Paul Aune
@paul-b-aune.bsky.social
Board gamer, reader, dancer, Dungeon/game master. Queer. Feminist. Starting to skip the mosh pits, and it makes me feel sad. GSS/GO C++ U+ L+ W++ M+ PS++ t+ R+ b++ e+++
Hoarfrost in the garden. Winter is coming.
November 30, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Hoarfrost in the garden. Winter is coming.
I went for a hike today. It was lovely to forest bathe. Such calming energy.
November 24, 2025 at 12:54 AM
I went for a hike today. It was lovely to forest bathe. Such calming energy.
It’s a coaster. I know that it depicts Stevie Nicks, but it reminds me of “Bloodletting” by Concrete Blonde.
November 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
It’s a coaster. I know that it depicts Stevie Nicks, but it reminds me of “Bloodletting” by Concrete Blonde.
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"lesbian bars don't do enough to make men feel welcome" are you aware of the bigger, better funded and more common establishments known as "gay bars"
October 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
"lesbian bars don't do enough to make men feel welcome" are you aware of the bigger, better funded and more common establishments known as "gay bars"
Stop framing SNAP and Medicaid benefits as a freebie for poor people and start framing it as corporations profiteering by keeping wages lower than the cost of living.
October 27, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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I had this problem with university classes. If a prof was a jerk to me about showing up late, I just plain didn't want to go anymore.
October 25, 2025 at 8:06 PM
I had this problem with university classes. If a prof was a jerk to me about showing up late, I just plain didn't want to go anymore.
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So they didn’t like the ad. Let’s just post Reagan’s 5 min speech against tariffs as it appears on YouTube.
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
President Reagan's Radio Address on Free and Fair Trade on April 25, 1987
YouTube video by Reagan Library
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October 24, 2025 at 5:14 PM
So they didn’t like the ad. Let’s just post Reagan’s 5 min speech against tariffs as it appears on YouTube.
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
Over and over. On all platforms (some of y’all are still on X).
*1981 Sherrilyn horrified by 2025 Sherrilyn saying “let’s post Reagan’s speech.”
youtu.be/5t5QK03KXPc
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"Government" isn't shutdown. The Trump administration continues to destroy the White House, kidnap people, and take bribes.
The only thing "shutdown" is the branch of government that could stop Trump (Congress), which is odd because Republican-controlled Congress is too craven to do that anyway.
The only thing "shutdown" is the branch of government that could stop Trump (Congress), which is odd because Republican-controlled Congress is too craven to do that anyway.
October 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
"Government" isn't shutdown. The Trump administration continues to destroy the White House, kidnap people, and take bribes.
The only thing "shutdown" is the branch of government that could stop Trump (Congress), which is odd because Republican-controlled Congress is too craven to do that anyway.
The only thing "shutdown" is the branch of government that could stop Trump (Congress), which is odd because Republican-controlled Congress is too craven to do that anyway.
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I DO know who needs to hear this but you’re SUPPOSED to have issues with your politicians and leaders. You’re SUPPOSED to demand more from them, AND BE SELFISH ABOUT IT BECAUSE YOUR NEIGHBORS NEED THE SAME THINGS.
You’re not meant to be their cheerleader.
They’re meant to make your life better.
You’re not meant to be their cheerleader.
They’re meant to make your life better.
October 24, 2025 at 12:18 AM
I DO know who needs to hear this but you’re SUPPOSED to have issues with your politicians and leaders. You’re SUPPOSED to demand more from them, AND BE SELFISH ABOUT IT BECAUSE YOUR NEIGHBORS NEED THE SAME THINGS.
You’re not meant to be their cheerleader.
They’re meant to make your life better.
You’re not meant to be their cheerleader.
They’re meant to make your life better.
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So after workers across the 9:30, the Anthem, the Atlantis and Lincoln Theatre took steps toward unionizing this week, it didn’t take long for a letter from high-profile musicians expressing solidarity to make its way to the desk of Seth Hurwitz, whose company I.M.P. owns or operates those venues.
Hundreds of Musicians Support Organizing Effort at 9:30, Anthem, Atlantis - Washingtonian
DC’s music venues—especially legendary all-ages clubs like the 9:30 Club—make our city a favorite stop for many a touring band. They also hold a special place in the hearts of local musicians. So…
www.washingtonian.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:08 PM
So after workers across the 9:30, the Anthem, the Atlantis and Lincoln Theatre took steps toward unionizing this week, it didn’t take long for a letter from high-profile musicians expressing solidarity to make its way to the desk of Seth Hurwitz, whose company I.M.P. owns or operates those venues.
Oh, that’s rich. Stealing. Someone hasn’t been visited by the clue fairy.
October 13, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Oh, that’s rich. Stealing. Someone hasn’t been visited by the clue fairy.
OMG!! Andy Bell covered Xanadu! I cannot wait to see him dance this one. In my minds eye, this would make incredible roller-disco.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkJ...
ANDY BELL - Xanadu (Official Visualiser)
YouTube video by erasureinfo
www.youtube.com
October 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM
OMG!! Andy Bell covered Xanadu! I cannot wait to see him dance this one. In my minds eye, this would make incredible roller-disco.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkJ...
Exactly.
None of the MAGAts want him to hurt the “wrong” people; by complaining this, they reveal that they want him to hurt people. That’s a problem.
None of the MAGAts want him to hurt the “wrong” people; by complaining this, they reveal that they want him to hurt people. That’s a problem.
The end of due process for immigrants is the end of due process for citizens.
Few understand this.
Few understand this.
October 7, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Exactly.
None of the MAGAts want him to hurt the “wrong” people; by complaining this, they reveal that they want him to hurt people. That’s a problem.
None of the MAGAts want him to hurt the “wrong” people; by complaining this, they reveal that they want him to hurt people. That’s a problem.
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Chili-making, round 2. Ground cumin, the Hatch and Hunts cans, and one finely diced chipotle in adobo. #chili #fallcomfortfood
October 5, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Chili-making, round 2. Ground cumin, the Hatch and Hunts cans, and one finely diced chipotle in adobo. #chili #fallcomfortfood
Chili making, round 1. Not pictured below: 1/3 of a red onion and a white onion diced. Plus a little salt. Next round will include ground cumin, tomatoes in some form, and some dried chiles. Stay tuned! #chili #fallcomfortfood
October 5, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Chili making, round 1. Not pictured below: 1/3 of a red onion and a white onion diced. Plus a little salt. Next round will include ground cumin, tomatoes in some form, and some dried chiles. Stay tuned! #chili #fallcomfortfood
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October 5, 2025 at 2:17 AM
I miss DC. Ben’s is comfort food. #Ben’sChiliBowl
October 4, 2025 at 9:40 PM
I miss DC. Ben’s is comfort food. #Ben’sChiliBowl
Oh, crap. 45/47 has declared that we are at war with the Cartels. Violence against others instead of help for our own. I don’t see this going well.
October 2, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Oh, crap. 45/47 has declared that we are at war with the Cartels. Violence against others instead of help for our own. I don’t see this going well.
Jinkies! Found on the side of the road in Coupeville,WA.
October 2, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Jinkies! Found on the side of the road in Coupeville,WA.
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Translation: feel free to harass and rape fellow soldiers and sailors with reckless abandon because there’s no longer a safe way for them to report you.
Hegseth says he'll weaken the IG oversight process:
"We are overhauling an inspector general process, the IG, that has been weaponized, putting complainers, ideologues, and poor performers in the driver's seat … No more frivolous complaints, no more anonymous complaints, no more repeat complaints."
"We are overhauling an inspector general process, the IG, that has been weaponized, putting complainers, ideologues, and poor performers in the driver's seat … No more frivolous complaints, no more anonymous complaints, no more repeat complaints."
September 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Translation: feel free to harass and rape fellow soldiers and sailors with reckless abandon because there’s no longer a safe way for them to report you.