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Micki Writes
@mickiwrites.bsky.social
Author, poet, musician, & activist against racism, white supremacy, MAGA cruelty, & fascism. Proudly 'W.O.K.E.' (Wishing. Only. Kindness. Empathy.)
"In a time when truth is buried, diversity is demonized, and basic human decency is being obliterated by a narcissistic, corrupt president, it is more urgent than ever to remember the people who spent their lives building a better world." Read article here: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/honouring-...
November 13, 2025 at 9:07 PM
I'm delighted to announce that our #newbook, #SomethingHasChanged', is now for sale at #CourtyardCoffee in #QualicumBeach!
Come in for the best coffee in QB & check out our book!
"Something Has Changed - a timeless and perfect #holiday #gift, filled to the brim with courage and #inspiration.”
November 8, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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November 8, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Our new book #SomethingHasChanged is certainly getting around! Thanks First Edition book club for purchasing our book! Join us for a live reading at:
“HOLIDAY MAGIC AT MULBERRY”
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 pm.
130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC.
FB Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/37894...
November 7, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Something Has Changed – Live Reading Event
Heartache becomes poetry. Trauma becomes art. Inspiration takes center stage. Join us at Mulberry Bush Bookstore for a soul-stirring Christmas gathering. Hot cider, mystery gifts, music & more! RSVP now - seating is limited! Email: penpalsbook@outlook.com
October 30, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Join us for an intimate holiday gathering featuring a live reading of 'Something Has Changed'. Hot cider, music, mystery gifts, door prize, & inspiring, powerful storytelling & poetry. Mulberry Bush Bookstore, Qualicum - Nov 24, 6:30. Space is limited - RSVP early to reserve: penpalsbook@outlook.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Tod Maffin’s video is stunning - painful, powerful, and vital. Thanks to all who helped launch our petition against Bill C-2. We did it but the fight’s not over. Let’s reject Trump-style policies and protect our Charter, democracy, and human rights. Sign & share: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
October 25, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Thanks #Parksville! & those who drove from Qualicum, Errington, Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, Bowser, Port Alberni, & Comox. And our New York friends!
❤️Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup #protest #myelbowsup #elbowsupcanada #elbowsupvanisle #rally #canada
October 19, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Thanks Gord!
Gord Johns is a rare kind of politician who actually takes the time to listen & reply to his constituents, & follows through with his commitments. So refreshing! See everyone tomorrow, Oct 18, 11:30, Parksville. Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #protest #parksville
October 17, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Join us this Saturday! October 18th, 11:30 am - In front of Serious Coffee/Heritage Centre - 1209 Island Hwy E. Parksville, BC

Event link: www.facebook.com/events/79556...

❤ Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle
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#nokings #notyrants #parksville #protest #oct18 #elbowsupvanisle #elbowsupcanada #elbowsup
October 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
"I believe that if your faith leads you to judge, exclude, or shame others for who they are – then your faith is broken and your religion is a farce." Article link: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/is-it-chri...
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#christianity #religion #jesus #bible #truth #hypocrisy #farright #politics #maga #trump
October 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Lynn McEwan is one of the #Canadian authors for our powerful, #newbook, Something Has Changed - penned on Van Isle BC. (Lynn's own artwork.)
#SomethingHasChanged features true #stories, poetry, haiku, 50-word reflections, all woven together with raw emotion, wit & wisdom. www.somethinghaschanged.ca
October 15, 2025 at 5:11 AM
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS peaceful #protest in #Parksville Rally: 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand with us: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
October 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS #protest in #Parksville 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine. Stand with us! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Protest Info: www.mickifindlaywrites.com/elbowsupvanisle
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
October 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Join us in taking a peaceful stand against hate, division, & dictatorship. Oct 18, 11:30 am - meet on gravel lot beside Serious Coffee (9-1209 Isl Hwy Parksville). Stand along hwy: 12:00–2:00 pm, rain or shine. Info: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup
October 6, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Jacqui Townsend is one of 5 #Canadian authors of our powerful new book, #SomethingHasChanged, penned & published on #VancouverIslandBC - Something Has Changed invites readers to laugh, cry, connect – feel seen, understood, & inspired. And be reminded you are not alone. ❤️

www.somethinghaschanged.ca
September 29, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Debra Kuzbik is 1 of the talented contributors to our #newbook, #SomethingHasChanged - a rich tapestry of true-life #stories, #poems, haikus, & bite-sized reflections that celebrate the beauty, complexity, & resilience of #womanhood
Find out more here: www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#words #author
September 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM
'Something I Believe In' was penned by Ramona Jones - 1 of the talented authors in our Pen Pals writing collective & our new book #SomethingHasChanged. You can read her bio & our story here: www.somethinghaschanged.ca

#penpals #poetry #poem #writing #author #writer #booklaunch #canadian #honesty
September 24, 2025 at 6:34 PM
BOYCOTT DISNEY - STAND UP FOR FREE SPEECH
ABC silenced #JimmyKimmel. #Disney owns #ABC. We refuse to fund censorship. Rise up. Resist. Speak out. Say enough is enough. Because if we don’t have democracy. we have #fascism.
#CancelDisneyPlus #FreeSpeech #Resist #DemocracyDiesInSilence #boycottdisney
September 19, 2025 at 10:40 PM
A personal note and a plea for help this week! ❤️Micki
Read & sign: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
More info: www.facebook.com/events/79091...
Contact Mark Carney:
Email: mark.carney@parl.gc.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarkJCarney2...
Website: liberal.ca/contact
Phone: 1 888 LIBERAL (542-3725)
September 6, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Bill C-2 is a POWER GRAB and it mirrors Trump-like tactics!
We need as many people to help THIS WEEK!
Sign here:
migrantrights.ca/actionslist/...
If ever there was a time to stand up for the rights of all Canadians & our migrants, it's now! #stopbillc2 #elbowsup #strongbordersact
September 5, 2025 at 5:53 PM