Kat B
@katupnorth.bsky.social
Never underestimate the power of forest bathing.
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Dividing the world into “the left” and “the right” is a gross over-simplification designed to divide and conquer. Even worse is the the part-whole fallacy—point to bad behavior by some members of a group and blame the entire group. Plus, it’s inaccurate. See Trump.
And both murders were horrific.
And both murders were horrific.
December 16, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Dividing the world into “the left” and “the right” is a gross over-simplification designed to divide and conquer. Even worse is the the part-whole fallacy—point to bad behavior by some members of a group and blame the entire group. Plus, it’s inaccurate. See Trump.
And both murders were horrific.
And both murders were horrific.
Lämpömassa, Löyly and the Power of Good Heat #sauna open.substack.com/pub/katupnor...
Lovely Löyly
Steamy simple pleasures
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November 29, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Lämpömassa, Löyly and the Power of Good Heat #sauna open.substack.com/pub/katupnor...
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There’s a reason they call it “doomscrolling” and not “joyscrolling.” The longer you’re here the madder you’ll get. Lean on your community. Video chat with friends and talk about the kids, work, or the show you’re enjoying. And then, make plans to *do* something together. Got ideas? Post ‘em below.
September 18, 2025 at 11:29 PM
There’s a reason they call it “doomscrolling” and not “joyscrolling.” The longer you’re here the madder you’ll get. Lean on your community. Video chat with friends and talk about the kids, work, or the show you’re enjoying. And then, make plans to *do* something together. Got ideas? Post ‘em below.
“It’s a fine practice to walk gently through the forest, to realize the world is not all about us. Like all lessons in nature, this one transfers well to how we should live with others and how we should be compassionate and empathetic.”
The March of the Toadlets open.substack.com/pub/tomryan/...
The March of the Toadlets open.substack.com/pub/tomryan/...
The March of the Toadlets
No one captures summer in New England like Shawn Braley
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July 13, 2025 at 8:25 PM
“It’s a fine practice to walk gently through the forest, to realize the world is not all about us. Like all lessons in nature, this one transfers well to how we should live with others and how we should be compassionate and empathetic.”
The March of the Toadlets open.substack.com/pub/tomryan/...
The March of the Toadlets open.substack.com/pub/tomryan/...
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“Stay angry, little Meg,” Mrs Whatsit whispered. “You will need all your anger now.”
June 14, 2025 at 4:32 PM
“Stay angry, little Meg,” Mrs Whatsit whispered. “You will need all your anger now.”
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Melissa and Mark Hortman's children wrote in a statement: "Hope and resilience are the enemy of fear. Our parents lived their lives with immense dedication to their fellow humans. This tragedy must become a moment for us to come together."
Full statement from Sophie and Colin Hortman following the deaths of parents Melissa and Mark Hortman
The Hortman children released a statement on behalf of their family Monday night.
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June 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Melissa and Mark Hortman's children wrote in a statement: "Hope and resilience are the enemy of fear. Our parents lived their lives with immense dedication to their fellow humans. This tragedy must become a moment for us to come together."
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The Senate Budget Reconciliation bill was changed over the weekend to authorize the selling of 258 million acres of your federal land. The first selloff must be finalized within 30 days, then every 60 days the bill would require more.
June 17, 2025 at 11:57 AM
The Senate Budget Reconciliation bill was changed over the weekend to authorize the selling of 258 million acres of your federal land. The first selloff must be finalized within 30 days, then every 60 days the bill would require more.
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🚨🚨 House Republicans are pushing for a vote **THIS WEEK** on their "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (Yes, that is officially what they're calling it. Sycophant much?)
It's hard to sum up all of the destructive bullshit they crammed into this bill, but we tried...
🔥📞🔥 Call your Rep NOW --> 5calls.org
It's hard to sum up all of the destructive bullshit they crammed into this bill, but we tried...
🔥📞🔥 Call your Rep NOW --> 5calls.org
May 19, 2025 at 4:57 PM
🚨🚨 House Republicans are pushing for a vote **THIS WEEK** on their "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (Yes, that is officially what they're calling it. Sycophant much?)
It's hard to sum up all of the destructive bullshit they crammed into this bill, but we tried...
🔥📞🔥 Call your Rep NOW --> 5calls.org
It's hard to sum up all of the destructive bullshit they crammed into this bill, but we tried...
🔥📞🔥 Call your Rep NOW --> 5calls.org
Why are NPR and PBS important?
“If a society wants to toughen the fabric of its democracy, it’s essential that it nurture a citizenry that can think critically and consume information with a sustained attention span.”
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/rick...
“If a society wants to toughen the fabric of its democracy, it’s essential that it nurture a citizenry that can think critically and consume information with a sustained attention span.”
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/rick...
Public broadcasters like PBS, NPR aid democracy | Rick Steves Op-Ed
As our president aims to defund PBS and NPR, I’m reminded why, for more than 30 years, I’ve shared thoughtful programming with public broadcasters.
www.seattletimes.com
May 14, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Why are NPR and PBS important?
“If a society wants to toughen the fabric of its democracy, it’s essential that it nurture a citizenry that can think critically and consume information with a sustained attention span.”
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/rick...
“If a society wants to toughen the fabric of its democracy, it’s essential that it nurture a citizenry that can think critically and consume information with a sustained attention span.”
www.seattletimes.com/opinion/rick...
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While ICE does their best Gestapo imitation, the FBI is testing those same waters. Ultimately, no one is safe from fascism. www.wbur.org/news/2025/05...
Boston-area climate activists report visits from the FBI
Local climate activists are on edge after people claiming to be FBI agents visited at least six at their homes on the same day in Greater Boston in March. Weeks later, the motivations behind these vis...
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May 12, 2025 at 10:41 AM
While ICE does their best Gestapo imitation, the FBI is testing those same waters. Ultimately, no one is safe from fascism. www.wbur.org/news/2025/05...
“Why travel afar to pick up the petunias? Because I am buying family, I am buying small business, I am buying local. I am buying lovingly cultivated plants and creatively crafted planters.”
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Springtime Rituals: The Trek to Zim
A greenhouse worth the drive in Northern Minnesota
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May 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
“Why travel afar to pick up the petunias? Because I am buying family, I am buying small business, I am buying local. I am buying lovingly cultivated plants and creatively crafted planters.”
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katupnorth.substack.com/p/springtime...
And if you don’t have a specific book in mind have them pick one for you through one of their pick of the month clubs or personalized book box!
Love celebrating Indie Bookstore Day with all of you. And today I have the xtra fun of packaging — all orders this weekend receive a Bust the Broligarchy sticker, a Midwest bookstore map & sweet bookmark.
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April 27, 2025 at 3:36 AM
And if you don’t have a specific book in mind have them pick one for you through one of their pick of the month clubs or personalized book box!
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Buy from local bookstores! Check out @honestdogbooks.bsky.social in Wisconsin, where they hand-wrap your books in old fashioned brown paper, draw a dog on it and tie it up with a pretty string. 📚
Match that, Amazon!
Match that, Amazon!
Amazon announcing a book sale on Independent Bookstore Day is deeeeeeply evil. Find and support your local indie tomorrow! www.indiebound.org/independent-...
Indie Bookstore Day | IndieBound.org
www.indiebound.org
April 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Buy from local bookstores! Check out @honestdogbooks.bsky.social in Wisconsin, where they hand-wrap your books in old fashioned brown paper, draw a dog on it and tie it up with a pretty string. 📚
Match that, Amazon!
Match that, Amazon!
A go-to podcast for staying informed on the fast-moving developments on the political-legal front, with a good dose of friendly banter and respectful challenging of different opinions. #SistersInLaw
Hanging out with my #SistersInLaw at the U.S. Supreme Court. We still believe in the Rule of Law.
April 26, 2025 at 12:32 AM
A go-to podcast for staying informed on the fast-moving developments on the political-legal front, with a good dose of friendly banter and respectful challenging of different opinions. #SistersInLaw
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This is your regular reminder that executive orders are not royal decrees. Because America has no king.
April 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM
This is your regular reminder that executive orders are not royal decrees. Because America has no king.
Thank you, Senator, for positively supporting our youth and science. Your appearance there was one more layer of inspiration in the arena.
Had a blast at the FIRST Robotics Regional Competition today in Minnesota. These students are accomplishing some incredible things and are a reminder that we need to make investments in STEM education to train the scientists, inventors, and engineers of tomorrow.
April 6, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Thank you, Senator, for positively supporting our youth and science. Your appearance there was one more layer of inspiration in the arena.
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My poem “Four Things” from my book Hugging This Rock. #nationalpoetrymonth
April 5, 2025 at 2:36 AM
My poem “Four Things” from my book Hugging This Rock. #nationalpoetrymonth
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Congratulations to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester for being ranked the world's #1 hospital. Thank you to all the dedicated staff and medical professionals for establishing the standard for healthcare worldwide.
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Newsweek's Top Hospitals list names 17 from Minnesota; Mayo No. 1 in the world
A total of 15 hospitals in Wisconsin are also mentioned in the latest rankings.
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March 9, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Congratulations to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester for being ranked the world's #1 hospital. Thank you to all the dedicated staff and medical professionals for establishing the standard for healthcare worldwide.
bringmethenews.com/minnesota-ne...
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We'll say it again: No, 150-year-olds are not collecting Social Security benefits. #SOTU www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
No, 150-Year-Olds Aren’t Collecting Social Security Benefits
Elon Musk claims to have found rampant fraud in the Social Security Administration. There’s a much simpler explanation.
www.wired.com
March 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
We'll say it again: No, 150-year-olds are not collecting Social Security benefits. #SOTU www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
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None of us can be sure what will “work.” You try multiple things and find your way in. Read some histories of the Civil Rights Movement by those who participated. They were never “sure” of what would work. Some campaigns fizzled out. But persistence, creativity, determination, and focus were key.
February 28, 2025 at 3:56 PM
None of us can be sure what will “work.” You try multiple things and find your way in. Read some histories of the Civil Rights Movement by those who participated. They were never “sure” of what would work. Some campaigns fizzled out. But persistence, creativity, determination, and focus were key.
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This is where we are.
February 27, 2025 at 12:51 PM
This is where we are.
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FYI Lawyers for Good Government IS responding and IS taking action. We need more attorneys to join. @tracifeitlove.bsky.social www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org
Lawyers for Good Government
Our mission is to protect and strengthen democratic institutions, resist abuse of power and corruption, and defend the rights of those who suffer in the absence of good government. Join us.
www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org
February 27, 2025 at 12:33 AM
FYI Lawyers for Good Government IS responding and IS taking action. We need more attorneys to join. @tracifeitlove.bsky.social www.lawyersforgoodgovernment.org
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So glad I cancelled my @washingtonpost.com subscription. Bezos is kissing the ring. Paid for subscription to @democracydocket.com instead, well worth the $
February 27, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Another journalism source worth supporting.
Time to welcome the @nytimes.com back into the subscription fold after saying goodbye to @washingtonpost.com earlier today .... we already subscribe to the WSJ and don't need to pay for that angle twice.
SCOOP: Jeff Bezos’s rightward shift has been long in the making. In January, Will Lewis sent a memo to David Shipley summarizing Jeff’s vision for a WSJ-style opinions section. Shipley expressed doubts, suggested compromises and finally said he couldn't do it.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/b...
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Bezos’ Directive for Washington Post Opinion Pages Leads to Editor David Shipley’s Exit
David Shipley, The Post’s opinion editor, is resigning after trying to persuade Jeff Bezos to reconsider the new direction.
www.nytimes.com
February 27, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Time to welcome the @nytimes.com back into the subscription fold after saying goodbye to @washingtonpost.com earlier today .... we already subscribe to the WSJ and don't need to pay for that angle twice.
This was the tipping point after multiple others where I gave them another chance, including the last-minute decision to change positions on Presidential endorsements. There are better options out there. Subscription canceled after years of supporting WaPo.
Another act of self-censorship to serve business interests.
Another capitulation.
In the guise of advancing “personal liberty” the Washington Post will constrain the liberty of its editors to publish opinions not advancing its owner’s business interests.
Another capitulation.
In the guise of advancing “personal liberty” the Washington Post will constrain the liberty of its editors to publish opinions not advancing its owner’s business interests.
SCOOP: WaPo Opinion editor David Shipley is out. Jeff Bezos emails staff about a change to Post Opinions: "We are going to be writing every day in support and defense of two pillars: personal liberties and free markets."
February 27, 2025 at 1:47 AM
This was the tipping point after multiple others where I gave them another chance, including the last-minute decision to change positions on Presidential endorsements. There are better options out there. Subscription canceled after years of supporting WaPo.