Maggie (AKA: madeleone)
@maggiekae.bsky.social
Mom, Nonnie (gramma), voracious reader, crafter, traveler, camper, nature lover, dog lover.
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Using the excuse of a single national security emergency, real or fake, the fascist dictator takes complete control… totalitarianism. Any courageous opposition is silenced or imprisoned.
Stream my hour-long special “Rick Steves’ The Story of Fascism in Europe” at www.ricksteves.com/fascism.
Stream my hour-long special “Rick Steves’ The Story of Fascism in Europe” at www.ricksteves.com/fascism.
April 11, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Using the excuse of a single national security emergency, real or fake, the fascist dictator takes complete control… totalitarianism. Any courageous opposition is silenced or imprisoned.
Stream my hour-long special “Rick Steves’ The Story of Fascism in Europe” at www.ricksteves.com/fascism.
Stream my hour-long special “Rick Steves’ The Story of Fascism in Europe” at www.ricksteves.com/fascism.
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I'm pretty sure people who knit entire sweaters are magicians, well really incredibly talented, I never got past the scarf stage.
February 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
I'm pretty sure people who knit entire sweaters are magicians, well really incredibly talented, I never got past the scarf stage.
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The economy will soon crash and burn like one of his cars.
February 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The economy will soon crash and burn like one of his cars.
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Well, that is something.
February 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Well, that is something.
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I sense he will be as toxic to the Trump brand as he already is to the Tesla brand.
February 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I sense he will be as toxic to the Trump brand as he already is to the Tesla brand.
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Libraries and librarians not only spark a love of learning; they are crucial to reversing low reading assessment scores across the country.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
Investing in School Libraries and Librarians To Improve Literacy Outcomes
Libraries and librarians not only spark a love of learning; they are crucial to reversing low reading assessment scores across the country.
www.americanprogress.org
February 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Libraries and librarians not only spark a love of learning; they are crucial to reversing low reading assessment scores across the country.
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
www.americanprogress.org/article/inve...
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February 25, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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Wow. 20+ DOGE staffers just resigned en masse, saying they refuse to use their expertise to “dismantle critical public services.”
“We swore to serve the American people... However, it has become clear that we can no longer honor those commitments.”
“We swore to serve the American people... However, it has become clear that we can no longer honor those commitments.”
21 federal technology staffers resign rather than help Musk and DOGE slash size of government
Twenty-one civil service employees have resigned from billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, saying they're refusing to use their technical expertise to “dismantle ...
apnews.com
February 25, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Wow. 20+ DOGE staffers just resigned en masse, saying they refuse to use their expertise to “dismantle critical public services.”
“We swore to serve the American people... However, it has become clear that we can no longer honor those commitments.”
“We swore to serve the American people... However, it has become clear that we can no longer honor those commitments.”
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February 24, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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How much of Congress’ 6.5 billion for operations will be cut?
February 25, 2025 at 5:12 PM
How much of Congress’ 6.5 billion for operations will be cut?
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If you’re siding with Vladimir Putin, you’re wrong.
February 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
If you’re siding with Vladimir Putin, you’re wrong.
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For those people wondering where to get fabric and yarn with the Joann closures, a few suggestions:
-local knitting/crafting groups (check your local library)
-thrift stores
-garage and yard sales
-flea markets
-local Buy Nothing and swap groups
-local theater departments
-fiber festivals and fairs
-local knitting/crafting groups (check your local library)
-thrift stores
-garage and yard sales
-flea markets
-local Buy Nothing and swap groups
-local theater departments
-fiber festivals and fairs
February 25, 2025 at 1:22 AM
For those people wondering where to get fabric and yarn with the Joann closures, a few suggestions:
-local knitting/crafting groups (check your local library)
-thrift stores
-garage and yard sales
-flea markets
-local Buy Nothing and swap groups
-local theater departments
-fiber festivals and fairs
-local knitting/crafting groups (check your local library)
-thrift stores
-garage and yard sales
-flea markets
-local Buy Nothing and swap groups
-local theater departments
-fiber festivals and fairs
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This isn’t the news, it’s scripted TV.
February 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
This isn’t the news, it’s scripted TV.
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The Canadian Rockies are home to some of this planet's most spectacular mountain scenery. Radiating clouds reflect the last light of day onto beautiful turquoise Peyto Lake & surrounding mountains. True to its name, the mountains of the Endless Chain end at the edge of the world. #photography
February 24, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The Canadian Rockies are home to some of this planet's most spectacular mountain scenery. Radiating clouds reflect the last light of day onto beautiful turquoise Peyto Lake & surrounding mountains. True to its name, the mountains of the Endless Chain end at the edge of the world. #photography
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Two days of magnificence in a row! Just returned to the city, but I’d say I have more than enough beauty to carry me through the week, and I will share a little each day to bring some to you all as well! Sleep well and sweet dreams everyone!
💙🙏💙
💙🙏💙
February 25, 2025 at 2:24 AM
Two days of magnificence in a row! Just returned to the city, but I’d say I have more than enough beauty to carry me through the week, and I will share a little each day to bring some to you all as well! Sleep well and sweet dreams everyone!
💙🙏💙
💙🙏💙
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That look when you finally understand the plot twist.
photo: heygrapes
photo: heygrapes
February 24, 2025 at 4:46 PM
That look when you finally understand the plot twist.
photo: heygrapes
photo: heygrapes
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Two photos say it all.
February 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Two photos say it all.
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Card I received this morning from my cousin.
@vbenedict.bsky.social I couldn’t figure out how to attach a photo in a DM. Enjoy!
@vbenedict.bsky.social I couldn’t figure out how to attach a photo in a DM. Enjoy!
February 24, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Card I received this morning from my cousin.
@vbenedict.bsky.social I couldn’t figure out how to attach a photo in a DM. Enjoy!
@vbenedict.bsky.social I couldn’t figure out how to attach a photo in a DM. Enjoy!
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If your day has been difficult, or if you’re feeling anxious, here’s some Cornish medicine to ease your heart. It might not change things much but hopefully a moment of calm will help in a small way. May your evening be peaceful, my friends. 😊
#Cornwall #sunset #sky #ocean #calm #peace #photography
#Cornwall #sunset #sky #ocean #calm #peace #photography
February 24, 2025 at 7:20 PM
I never had a Twitter/X account and don't want one, but just joining up here to try something new. I'm honestly more of a lurker/reader than a poster but I'm here to hang out.
November 17, 2024 at 7:21 PM
I never had a Twitter/X account and don't want one, but just joining up here to try something new. I'm honestly more of a lurker/reader than a poster but I'm here to hang out.