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Nicole Claudio
@niknokc5.bsky.social
Looking to stay sane and hopeful amidst life's chaos.
(she/they) Filipino immigrant, Asian American, bisexual, mental health/disability advocate, social researcher, home baker/cook, lover of nature, arts and crafts, and books.
Paired my homebaked ciabatta with (home) pickled carrot slices, overnight marinated (lime/gochujang) chicken, and plenty of cilantro. This banh mi sandwich made me so happy! Another recipe learned and will be repeated ✨ #bakingsky #homecook #banhmi #learningnewthings
March 31, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Learning how to make with yeast and making ciabatta and cinnamon rolls this month has been a joy. Feeling incredibly proud of myself and accomplished! #bakingsky #homemade #kitchenadventurestostaysane
March 30, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Waiting to buy new books to protect my budget, but adding this cozy adventure fantasy to my wishlist! Hoping that it's on Libby in the meantime 💙📚 #booksky #tbr #shoppingmybookshelves #buylocal #supportyourlibrary
February 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Bookstores give me that warm fuzzy feeling!! 🥰 💙📚 Was looking for Ill Fated Fortune by Jennifer J Chow since the sequel was just released this week. But, no luck - luckily my library has it available on Libby! #supportpubliclibraries #booksky #aapiauthor #cozymystery #shoplocal
January 25, 2025 at 1:04 AM
This is interesting! Not sure I agree with the arrow or numbering... But it's useful to name that awareness - especially of others in the same space. Reminds me of minority anxiety and the emotional balancing act that comes with people-pleasing. #disability #mentalhealth #lgbtq #bipoc #trauma
January 20, 2025 at 5:23 AM
A luxurious brunch today!These are the moments that make me grateful to be an adult who can create and enjoy yummy meals in my own home 🥰 #homecooking #weekendbrunch
January 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
100% this. It's been so devastating. #booksky #lgbtq 💙📚 My first thoughts are:

V. E. Schwab (Invisible Life of Addie Larue; Vicious)

Erin Morgenstern (The Night Circus; The Starless Sea)

Alix E. Harrow (The Once and Future Witches; The Ten Thousand Doors of January)

poetry by Andrea Gibson
So, Neil Gaiman was one of my favorite authors of all time.
But he’s a fucking monster.
My spouse and I are clearing out our collection of his works.
Does anyone have any author recommendations? Preferably someone who’s not a monster.
Bonus points if they’re LGBTQ+ or ally. #booksky #booktok
January 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Love this idea! 💙📚
My favorite 3 books from the last 12 months:

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Bookshops & Bonedust, and The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle.
Let's welcome the #booktok community here to #booksky! I'm looking forward to connecting with you 💙📚

Let's get to know each other. Favorite 3 books you read in the last 12 months.

Mine: Fahrenheit 451, the Invention of Wings, Bill Bryson's the Body
Which were yours?
January 19, 2025 at 5:37 AM
Anyone else thrilled when they discover the sequel of a book you loved is already out and the third in the series will be on shelves in two months?? 😁 The perfect blend of fantasy, adventure, sapphic romance 📚💙 #booksky #rebeccathorne #cantspelltreasonwithouttea #apirateslifefortea #wlw #lgbtq
January 12, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Spent an hour in Chicago's Garfield Park Conservatory this afternoon and am so grateful I can access this lovely nature in my city. #nature #supportlocalorganizations #exploreyourcity
January 11, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Love the phrasing of "creating predictability for yourself" and dedicating time to unmask/stim/find comfort in nonjudgmental spaces. Routine often escapes me, but I am trying! What practices are helping you, lately? #meditation #podcasts #skincare #neurospicy #depressionandanxiety #mentalhealth
January 9, 2025 at 5:15 PM