Pam Portland, novelist and blogger
@pamportland.org
Fifty states in the rear view mirror and
Hundreds of blog posts ahead of me.
Find my real-life adventures and my #OnTheForest novels at PamPortland.org
Hundreds of blog posts ahead of me.
Find my real-life adventures and my #OnTheForest novels at PamPortland.org
Pinned
I wrote four novels.
They live here: pamportland.org/ontheforest/
They live here: pamportland.org/ontheforest/
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Funny how 7-10 million of us managed to gather all over the country without a single violent incident that was not instigated by MAGA. But the minute a few hundred of us gather to protest ICE we turn into violent rioters who need to be pepper sprayed?
Smells like, complete and utter bullshit.
Smells like, complete and utter bullshit.
December 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Funny how 7-10 million of us managed to gather all over the country without a single violent incident that was not instigated by MAGA. But the minute a few hundred of us gather to protest ICE we turn into violent rioters who need to be pepper sprayed?
Smells like, complete and utter bullshit.
Smells like, complete and utter bullshit.
No, Karen, the corporate holiday emails will not have the same je ne sais quoi as your church bulletin.
And, yes, the fun of it is that they really are ugly sweaters.
And, yes, the fun of it is that they really are ugly sweaters.
a man in a suit and tie is dancing in a room and asking where 's the tylenol ?
ALT: a man in a suit and tie is dancing in a room and asking where 's the tylenol ?
media.tenor.com
December 6, 2025 at 10:36 AM
No, Karen, the corporate holiday emails will not have the same je ne sais quoi as your church bulletin.
And, yes, the fun of it is that they really are ugly sweaters.
And, yes, the fun of it is that they really are ugly sweaters.
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This print from @tomgauld.bsky.social is on our Christmas list. Seriously ... all three of us.
The Writer’s Dog
A cartoon about giving feedback to creatives. Originally for the Guardian books pages. About this print edition: Available in the following options:A4/ 8.3" x 11.7", fine art printA3/ 11.7" x 16.5", f...
guardianprintshop.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
This print from @tomgauld.bsky.social is on our Christmas list. Seriously ... all three of us.
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“We had to kill the survivors in the water with a missile because they might flip the shards of the boat, continue to the US, and sell drugs” is not really any different than “We had to kill the entire village because the children might grow up and join the Vietcong,” except much less plausible
December 5, 2025 at 5:16 AM
“We had to kill the survivors in the water with a missile because they might flip the shards of the boat, continue to the US, and sell drugs” is not really any different than “We had to kill the entire village because the children might grow up and join the Vietcong,” except much less plausible
#TimeTravelAuthors #Day5 Clementine fantasizes about getting back to her own time.
December 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
#TimeTravelAuthors #Day5 Clementine fantasizes about getting back to her own time.
December 5, 2025 at 1:33 AM
@lollipopcomics.bsky.social
You’ve always been Platinum status to all of us!
Congratulations on your continued awesomeness!!
You’ve always been Platinum status to all of us!
Congratulations on your continued awesomeness!!
December 4, 2025 at 11:16 PM
@lollipopcomics.bsky.social
You’ve always been Platinum status to all of us!
Congratulations on your continued awesomeness!!
You’ve always been Platinum status to all of us!
Congratulations on your continued awesomeness!!
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Yeah, I'm a fan. This dude is hysterical. youtu.be/rP2KwXBd98I?...
November 25, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Yeah, I'm a fan. This dude is hysterical. youtu.be/rP2KwXBd98I?...
#TimeTravelAuthors #Day3 #Chapter2 The inside #decór reflected the outside simplicity and the walls lacked color and creativity, yet aptly reflected their owner’s style.
December 4, 2025 at 1:03 AM
#TimeTravelAuthors #Day3 #Chapter2 The inside #decór reflected the outside simplicity and the walls lacked color and creativity, yet aptly reflected their owner’s style.
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Here’s my Spotify Wrapped 🎵✨
December 3, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Here’s my Spotify Wrapped 🎵✨
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Current US Policy:
If you’re suspected of trafficking a small amount of drugs with no evidence, we will murder you, but if you’re convicted of trafficking an enormous amount of drugs with copious evidence, we will pardon you. Because we are currently a very stupid country.
If you’re suspected of trafficking a small amount of drugs with no evidence, we will murder you, but if you’re convicted of trafficking an enormous amount of drugs with copious evidence, we will pardon you. Because we are currently a very stupid country.
December 3, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Current US Policy:
If you’re suspected of trafficking a small amount of drugs with no evidence, we will murder you, but if you’re convicted of trafficking an enormous amount of drugs with copious evidence, we will pardon you. Because we are currently a very stupid country.
If you’re suspected of trafficking a small amount of drugs with no evidence, we will murder you, but if you’re convicted of trafficking an enormous amount of drugs with copious evidence, we will pardon you. Because we are currently a very stupid country.
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I’ll be reading and signing at Bright Side Bookshop in Flagstaff next month on Janurary 5th!
Please check out the details and RSVP here!
Please check out the details and RSVP here!
The Lowest Basin with Jonathan Danielson
Independent bookstore in downtown Flagstaff offering curated books, community events, and a welcoming space for readers of all ages.
brightsidebookshop.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:30 AM
I’ll be reading and signing at Bright Side Bookshop in Flagstaff next month on Janurary 5th!
Please check out the details and RSVP here!
Please check out the details and RSVP here!
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A 6-year-old boy is missing after ICE arrested him and his dad in NYC last week and shipped them off to separate facilities. www.thecity.nyc/2025/12/02/i... @thecity.nyc @gwynnefitz.bsky.social
ICE Arrested and Separated Chinese Father From 6-Year-Old Son, Advocates Say
The father and son were detained at an ICE check-in on Nov. 26, advocates say. The son’s location is currently unknown, while the father is being held at an upstate ICE facility.
www.thecity.nyc
December 2, 2025 at 5:42 PM
A 6-year-old boy is missing after ICE arrested him and his dad in NYC last week and shipped them off to separate facilities. www.thecity.nyc/2025/12/02/i... @thecity.nyc @gwynnefitz.bsky.social
Thanks everyone, especially @kww.bsky.social and @priyajsridhar.bsky.social for being here tonight! #WriteStuff
December 3, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Thanks everyone, especially @kww.bsky.social and @priyajsridhar.bsky.social for being here tonight! #WriteStuff
Hello Bluesky!
Here's a link to a monthly calendar that focuses on a single daily task towards HAPPINESS. Who doesn't like a little dose of happy?
Hint: Bookmark the site and return on the first of each month for new happiness ideas!
Here's a link to a monthly calendar that focuses on a single daily task towards HAPPINESS. Who doesn't like a little dose of happy?
Hint: Bookmark the site and return on the first of each month for new happiness ideas!
Do Good December
Daily actions to help you be kind and help others.
actionforhappiness.org
December 2, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Hello Bluesky!
Here's a link to a monthly calendar that focuses on a single daily task towards HAPPINESS. Who doesn't like a little dose of happy?
Hint: Bookmark the site and return on the first of each month for new happiness ideas!
Here's a link to a monthly calendar that focuses on a single daily task towards HAPPINESS. Who doesn't like a little dose of happy?
Hint: Bookmark the site and return on the first of each month for new happiness ideas!
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Guten tag! Lollipop and friends visit Germany in this #adventuresoflollipop throwback to 2010! 🇩🇪
December 2, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Guten tag! Lollipop and friends visit Germany in this #adventuresoflollipop throwback to 2010! 🇩🇪
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#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky #Author
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#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky #Author
December 1, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Need an author website? I'm running a 40% sale on website design and build. 🎨📚 authorwebsitemarketing.com
As you go into 2026, get serious about your author brand, with a sensational, custom-designed website that rewards your readers with bonus content.
#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky #Author
As you go into 2026, get serious about your author brand, with a sensational, custom-designed website that rewards your readers with bonus content.
#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky #Author
I’ve moved on from Hallmark Christmas movie bingo and I’m now playing, “I’ve never seen that twist in ‘A Christmas Carol’.”
Last night it was Bob Cratchit getting fired by Scrooge and he told one of his kids, but didn’t tell Mrs. Cratchit. 🤨
Last night it was Bob Cratchit getting fired by Scrooge and he told one of his kids, but didn’t tell Mrs. Cratchit. 🤨
December 2, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I’ve moved on from Hallmark Christmas movie bingo and I’m now playing, “I’ve never seen that twist in ‘A Christmas Carol’.”
Last night it was Bob Cratchit getting fired by Scrooge and he told one of his kids, but didn’t tell Mrs. Cratchit. 🤨
Last night it was Bob Cratchit getting fired by Scrooge and he told one of his kids, but didn’t tell Mrs. Cratchit. 🤨
I had a visitor at my WFH office today.
December 1, 2025 at 9:59 PM
I had a visitor at my WFH office today.
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Might I suggest…
December 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Might I suggest…
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Combatting enshittification one click at a time: 1) Spotify is a terrible service which pays artists poorly and engages in algorithms that, over time, limit choice. Consider instead Tidal (better) or Qobuz (best, for now). 2) Want a book? Don't order from Amazon. Instead...
Bookshop.org: Buy books online. Support local bookstores.
A better way to buy books online. Every purchase financially supports local independent bookstores.
bookshop.org
December 1, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Combatting enshittification one click at a time: 1) Spotify is a terrible service which pays artists poorly and engages in algorithms that, over time, limit choice. Consider instead Tidal (better) or Qobuz (best, for now). 2) Want a book? Don't order from Amazon. Instead...
Some gift ideas for the #WritingCommunity
12 Days of Christmas Gifts for Writers
Looking for Christmas gifts for writers? Discover 12 days of cozy, practical, and eco-friendly gift ideas—from books to candles to planners.
www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com
December 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Some gift ideas for the #WritingCommunity
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Every year for the last several, I've put together a bookish gift guide where everything is under $30. Here's your gifts for readers on a budget guide for 2025: bookriot.com/gifts-for-re...
The Best Bookish Gifts For Under $30
Looking for the best bookish gifts for readers and you're on a budget? Check out these bookish goods for under $30.
bookriot.com
December 1, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Every year for the last several, I've put together a bookish gift guide where everything is under $30. Here's your gifts for readers on a budget guide for 2025: bookriot.com/gifts-for-re...
Took full advantage of the long weekend (and the sub-zero temps) to just be at home.
December 1, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Took full advantage of the long weekend (and the sub-zero temps) to just be at home.