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Meghan Phillips
@mcarphil.bsky.social
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former NEA fellow. chapbook ABSTINENCE ONLY (Barrelhouse).
https://meghan-phillips.com/
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mcarphil.bsky.social
nothing says, "It's Thanksgiving, and I miss my dad," like making stuffing in my pajamas while listening to a 16-minute live version of "Sugaree"
November 27, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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roadside.xor.blue
morey's pier a.m., wildwood, new jersey, 1978
morey's pier a.m., wildwood, new jersey, 1978
November 22, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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dandock.bsky.social
Sets for Batman Returns were kept very cold for the comfort of the real-life penguins involved. This meant that cast/crew repeatedly got sick during filming. The real-life penguins though would often fall in love with their animatronic counterparts or feel so settled that they began mating.
November 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
one of favorite things in this dumb world is in a 1982 concert recorded at the Capitol Theatre, Warren Zevon dedicates "Absolutely Like a Martyr" to "the man who makes the world's greatest movies - to Marty Scorsese with love"
criterionchannl.bsky.social Criterion Channel @criterionchannl.bsky.social · 10d
Wishing a very happy birthday to the matchless Martin Scorsese. ❤️❤️❤️ A director who has not only spent decades making some of the greatest films of all time, but has been an indefatigable cinephile dedicated to expanding the horizons of movie lovers around the world! ❤️❤️❤️
A black-and-white portrait of Martin Scorsese, seated in a director's chair. He has long, dark hair and a full beard, wearing sunglasses and a white shirt, with a serious expression. Martin Scorsese in a light-colored suit and tie, sitting in a film editing room. He is gesturing with his right hand, speaking directly to the camera, with film reels and equipment visible in the background. Martin Scorsese lounging on a couch, wearing a white striped shirt. He has a full beard and is engaging in conversation, pointing with his right hand. There are casual furnishings and other individuals in the background. Martin Scorsese smiling broadly while sitting in a chair. He is wearing a navy blue suit with a red pocket square, and a watch on his wrist. The background features soft, blurred interior decor.
November 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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roadside.xor.blue
culver theater, culver city, california, 1977
culver theater, culver city, california, 1977
November 14, 2025 at 8:36 AM
mcarphil.bsky.social
thank you, Snocaps, for putting out Snocaps exactly when I needed a new emotional support album
November 13, 2025 at 5:47 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
Emmy gave such a caring and insightful reading that I just now got to listen to due to *everything*. super grateful for her insights and for her support of Philabudance.
babkastreisand.bsky.social Emmy™️ @babkastreisand.bsky.social · Oct 28
TAROT REQUESTS ARE LIVE 💕

I've been talking about this for months, but given the SNAP benefit crisis, there's never been a better time. This first round of donations will go to Philabundance.

Please read all policies before requesting!

paypal.me/emmyreadstar...
Emmy Reads Tarot 🌚 Hi bbs. ✨ I’m opening tarot readings with 60% of proceeds going to local food banks to support those affected by recent SNAP benefit cuts. Thank you for helping me turn intuition into community care 💛 🔮 Offerings 3-Card Spread – $10 Quick insight into your current energy or a specific situation. (Clarifiers + oracle cards may be added intuitively — no extra cost.) 6-Card Spread – $20 A deeper dive for layered situations, decisions, or crossroads. (Clarifiers + oracle cards may be added intuitively — no extra cost.) Please send payment via **PayPal** to **@emmyreadstarot** In your PayPal note, include: 1. Your name 2. Your email address (where you’d like the reading sent) 3. Which spread you’re requesting (3 or 6 cards) 4. Your question or focus (be as specific as you’d like!) ✍🏼 Example: “Name: Babka S. Email: babka@gobirds.com 6-card spread Focus: My career path for the next few months” 🕯️Policies - Turnaround: Readings are delivered within 3–5 days of payment. - No refunds after a reading has been delivered. - Clarification policy: You may ask one short follow-up question for clarity. - Boundaries: No medical, legal, or financial readings. - All readings are for spiritual insight and entertainment purposes only. - You’ll receive your reading via email. 💛 Transparency 60% of proceeds go to local food banks each month. Donation receipts or proof of contribution will be posted publicly for accountability. Thank you for supporting both intuition and your community 🌾 Paypal Profile page: Emmy Reads Tarot About this seller: Amateur tarot reader from Philadelphia. Ask any question. 60% of proceeds go to local food banks 💖 Please read shop policies on bluesky: @babkastreisand. bsky. social
November 11, 2025 at 10:33 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
I'm making soup in part because I am sick and want soup, and in part because chopping vegetables is the closest I get to feeling like a competent adult
November 9, 2025 at 11:04 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
"Everything is ready. Everything is very beautiful. Maybe it will all work out."
youtu.be/JqflfjrcKjo?...
Biggest Skate Ramp EVER (world record)
YouTube video by Red Bull
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November 9, 2025 at 2:34 AM
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November 7, 2025 at 9:48 AM
mcarphil.bsky.social
we lost my dad suddenly on Thursday. gonna have to revise this poem because the saddest thing I know has changed - it's not that my dad was once not my dad, but that he was, and I will miss him always. everyone crank up the live version of "sweet jane" for Chris.
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November 1, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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October 31, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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On Halloween, sharing one of my very favorite spooky pieces: @mcarphil.bsky.social’s “Final Girl Slumber Party” in @barrelhouse.bsky.social. Don’t miss this one!

www.barrelhousemag.com/online-lit/f...
Final Girl Slumber Party, by Meghan Phillips — Barrelhouse
We don’t braid each other’s hair. Can’t stand the yank tug of the brush, the drag of bristles over scalp. Warm breath on the backs of our necks.
www.barrelhousemag.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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October 31, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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danielmiller.bsky.social
There's just a few days left and we've already raised a combined $410 for the ACLU! I'm planning to donate on behalf of all of us -- any ideas for a good collective name? The Writing Weirdos?
danielmiller.bsky.social Daniel Miller @danielmiller.bsky.social · Oct 22
do u like art? do u like helping? If so…
Collage of 4 hand painted tattoo flash around another flash of a banner that reads 4 4 4 4 Raffle 4 ACLU Screenshot of text: Let’s do something good!!! I’m hosting a raffle for four 4”x4” flash minis I painted on Arches. $4/entry. I will take care of shipping, but unfortunately this means I have to keep it US only. 100% of the proceeds will go to the ACLU, and I’m kicking in $50 to start. I will randomize a winner on 10/31 and figure out shipping then! If you’d like to purchase an entry ticket, please venmo me @ danielson1990 with your name, and a note indicating that you’d like an entry ticket(s). If asked, the last 4 of my phone are 7156. FUCK 🧊 (For transparency, raffle randomizer and ACLU donation slip will ofc be posted)
October 29, 2025 at 1:15 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
Carnival of Souls
jandri.bsky.social Jandri🔞 @jandri.bsky.social · Oct 27
What’s your favorite black and white horror movie?
October 28, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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beebrookshire.bsky.social
Daylight savings ends this weekend in the US...so watch out for DEER.

Yes. REALLY.

Deer.

www.sciencenews.org/article/deer...
Deer-vehicle collisions spike when daylight saving time ends
In the week after much of the United States turns the clock back, scientists found a 16 percent increase in crashes between vehicles and deer.
www.sciencenews.org
October 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
tonight I saw Lucy Dacus play her cover of "dancing in the dark," a song have I cried to too many times, and like, you can't tell me anything now
October 28, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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October 27, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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pdpittsburgh.bsky.social
In PA, nearly 2 million people depend on SNAP. In both urban and rural areas, percentages are high (Philadelphia is over 30%, rural Fayette county is over 24%) . www.wgal.com/article/snap...
SNAP | County-by-county breakdown of Pennsylvania recipients
Nearly 2 million people in Pennsylvania receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP. WGAL broke down the number of SNAP recipients in Pennsylvania cou...
www.wgal.com
October 26, 2025 at 7:16 PM
mcarphil.bsky.social
hey, I have one in here but honestly, @megpillow.bsky.social's is the star imho
megpillow.bsky.social Meg Pillow @megpillow.bsky.social · Oct 24
A few years ago, I co-edited an excellent horror-themed issue for @xraylitmag.bsky.social called Boneyard. There are some amazing pieces in this issue by some of my favorite flash writers - please check it out!

xraylitmag.com/boneyard-201...
Boneyard 2019
Special Horror Flash issue edited by Megan Pillow and Joaquin Fernandez.
xraylitmag.com
October 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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roadside.xor.blue
tic tac toe chicken, atlantic city, new jersey, 1978
tic tac toe chicken, atlantic city, new jersey, 1978
October 24, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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mobydickatsea.bsky.social
how then can this one small heart beat
October 24, 2025 at 8:47 AM