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Robin

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If you want to build a village, start by being a villager.

At AWCS, there’s space for you. Start where you are.
Be a villager.

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October 29, 2025 at 3:46 AM

Robin

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Support the arts in Alberta!

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October 28, 2025 at 3:56 AM

Robin

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If you’re normally conservative and on the fence about how to vote this election, please read this:

www.mattvardy.com/blog/carney-...

Right-Wing Rethink: The Surprising Appeal of Carney's Economic Policies — Matt Vardy

As Canada approaches the April 28th election, many conservative voters are weighing their options with unusual care. While party loyalty typically guides voting decisions, this election presents a uni...

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April 2, 2025 at 7:24 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

It’s been a writing weekend! #writersky

March 30, 2025 at 6:23 AM

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Papa Woof und Krampus und Bleaken

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March 29, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Robin

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Boomer @boomerthemoose.bsky.social · Mar 29

I heard there was a secret ooze
It turned four turtles into dudes
But you don't really care for pizza, do ya?

They fought like this,
Two swords, a stick
A couple sai
Some nunchuck tricks
Those Ninja boys-a callin

Cowabunga

March 30, 2025 at 5:58 AM

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Karen Bass 🇨🇦

@karenbasswriter.bsky.social

Melanie Joly explains our situation so well. An excellent interview. (But really, Christiane? Didn't you do your homework?)

Terri @terriclarke.bsky.social · Mar 6

You can watch Christiane Amanpour realize in real time on CNN just how seriously Canadians are taking the annexation threats.

'My jaw is dropped': Canadian official's interview stuns Amanpour

YouTube video by CNN

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March 7, 2025 at 1:44 AM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

The first month of 2025 is almost gone and in keeping to my 2025 writing goals - I submitted my January short story. #writinggoals

January 30, 2025 at 2:13 PM

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Santa Claus 🎅🏼🎄🦌🛷

@oldsantaclaus.bsky.social

I just love these drawings of Jimmy Carter finally being reunited with his beloved Rosalynn behind the Pearly Gates after 13 month aparte 🥲

December 30, 2024 at 11:41 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Last night I did a lot of peopling and while it was lovely at the time, I am peopled out. #holidays #introverts #perimenopause

December 7, 2024 at 6:17 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

I got a rejection. Yay me! It means actually submitted something. #authorthreads

December 7, 2024 at 6:08 AM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Thanks for the chuckle! 🤭

December 6, 2024 at 3:08 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

20/20

December 3, 2024 at 10:16 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

19/20

December 2, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

18/20

December 2, 2024 at 5:59 AM

Robin

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Wow! Had no idea this book would attract so much attention. 🤯

Robin @robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social · Nov 29

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

16/20

November 30, 2024 at 6:53 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

What are you doing today? I’m actively avoiding writing and being quite successful at it. #writers #writing #authors

November 30, 2024 at 6:48 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

17/20

November 30, 2024 at 6:47 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

16/20

November 29, 2024 at 3:48 AM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

15/20

November 27, 2024 at 5:44 PM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

14/20

November 26, 2024 at 2:54 PM

Robin

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Have you ever written a Drabble? A piece of writing exactly 100 words. I did my first one today. Horror-themed. Loved it…but wow, talk about having to be concise. #drabble #writer

November 26, 2024 at 2:45 AM

Robin

@robinvaneck-writer.bsky.social

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.

#Books
#BookSky 💙📚
#BookChallenge

13/20