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Stephanie Wardwell
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Nerd, witch, gamer, crafter, starting a liberal homestead in central New York. There will be pictures of cats and chickens!
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November 19, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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November 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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My first honey as a beekeeper. Both my colonies died (the survival rate for my local club was >20%) but they left behind 30 frames of golden beauty.
Raw, unfiltered New York State honey, collected on a very cold day using the crush and drain method. It's clear and golden, or would be if the sun hadn't gone behind a cloud just then.
April 9, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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It's the second gotchaversary for this fluffy guy. He makes me crazy but I wouldn't trade him.
A fluffy gray tabby cat with enormous eyes, widened in preparation for chaos. He looks part forest cat but decided not to grow into his paws.
March 4, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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My year one "graduation" project: presenting the Lifecycle of the Honeybee at the Leatherstocking Beekeepers Association intro class. My waggle dance was a hit... #beekeeping
Middle aged woman discussing pollen baskets on a projected image of a honeybee with bullet points outlining the parts of a bee.
February 22, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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A project of my Making for Mental Health program: proof of concept for a tea service I'm going to make. The final set will be in brown earthenware with saucers and a tray for the cream/sugar bowls. #making #pottery
A hand thrown tea set with two mugs, an item topped kettle, and matching cream and sugar bowls. All have reverse rainbow carving starting a third of the way down and are glazed tan on the lower half and jade green on the upper half and inside.
February 20, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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Putting the old year in perspective. I did a lot of cool shit. NINETY TWO TREES!
A detailed list of all the stuff I did this year, divided between the homestead and the world. Suffice it to say, it's a lot!
December 31, 2024 at 2:48 PM
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I'm finally a grandma!

#homesteading #chickens #eggs
A freshly laid brown chicken egg. First of its line. Yummy with cheese and bacon.
December 27, 2024 at 6:54 PM
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Book #2 of my Candlenights book flood complete. Just enough intrigue to stay interesting without overwhelming the cozy vibes.
The image showcases the book "Can't Spell Treason Without Tea" by Rebecca Thorne, part of the "Tomes & Tea" series. The book's cover features a cozy illustration of a warm, book-filled room with a crackling fireplace, evoking a relaxing and inviting atmosphere.
December 26, 2024 at 9:21 PM
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Book 1 of my book flood done. Enjoyable cozy fantasy, very relevant themes (Starbucks, anyone?). The ending was a little abrupt but still satisfying. Looking forward to the sequel (I want to know more about that stove!)
The image shows a hand holding the book "A Hearth Fit for a Witch" by L.A. Scott, part of the "Appleton Cozy Fantasy" series. The background features a cozy brick fireplace with a warm glow, complementing the book's cozy fantasy theme.
December 25, 2024 at 5:47 PM
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My flood for tonight
The image shows three cozy fantasy novels arranged on a wooden table. The titles are "Winter’s Maiden" by Jenny Sands, "Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea" by Rebecca Thorne, and "A Hearth Fit for a Witch" by L.A. Scott. The books feature whimsical and inviting covers, fitting their cozy themes.
December 25, 2024 at 2:46 AM
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@profgabriele.com Found in the wild at The Green Road Bookstore in Oneonta. Got the last one, but they're ordering more!
December 10, 2024 at 10:09 PM
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So many! My BFF and I are committed to parallel playing all the solo journaling games we got in the new year. Should be a fun project!
December 10, 2024 at 5:05 PM
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Helps if I remember the picture!
December 9, 2024 at 1:32 AM
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Helps if I remember the picture
December 9, 2024 at 1:31 AM
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Day two of #PAXunplugged down and I made a serious dent. This doesn't include the game mat I also got for the coffee table...
The image displays a collection of board games and tabletop role-playing game books arranged on a wooden surface. Featured prominently is a game titled **"Tower Up"** with artwork of a cityscape under construction. Surrounding it are various RPG books, including "Dungeon World," alongside board games like **"Horticulture,"** **"Alpine Trails,"** and **"Panda Royale."** A blue tote bag with a meeple design is visible in the background, adding to the gaming-themed setting.
December 8, 2024 at 3:07 AM
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Heading into day 2 of #PAXunplugged by reading skeets from other people going to the con to see what I'm missing. Didn't miss on these yesterday. Already tested and approved!
The image shows two boxed board games placed on a wooden surface. On the left is **"Butterfly Garden"** by Reiner Knizia, featuring elegant artwork of butterflies, flowers, and a garden fountain framed by a trellis. The game's design emphasizes nature and a serene aesthetic. On the right is **"River Valley Glassworks"**, with vibrant and playful art depicting anthropomorphic animals, such as an alligator, otter, beaver, and frog, engaged in glassblowing in a scenic river valley with mountains and waterfalls in the background. The covers suggest that both games have distinct themes, one focused on nature and the other on creative industry.
December 7, 2024 at 12:40 PM
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Between snow storms. The house is feeling especially picturesque this afternoon.
The image shows a picturesque winter scene featuring a white two-story house with a snow-covered roof and front porch. The house is decorated with holiday garlands and a wreath, suggesting a festive season. Surrounding the house is a landscape blanketed in fresh snow, with bare trees and evergreen trees visible in the background. The overcast sky adds a calm, wintry atmosphere. A stack of firewood and rocking chairs on the porch give the setting a cozy, rustic feel.
December 5, 2024 at 6:56 PM
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It's in for a big surprise if and when it breaks through...
A medium haired Grey brown tabby cat, looking confused but proven to be a good hunter when not demanding skritches
December 2, 2024 at 5:43 PM
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Time to empty out the fireplace. #dailyphoto
The image shows a close-up of glowing embers in a fireplace or wood stove. The coals are a bright, intense purple and orange, indicating high heat, with a few charred pieces of wood on top. A small flame is visible, adding to the warm, fiery glow. The metal frame around the embers suggests that this is a controlled fireplace or stove setting.
November 13, 2024 at 8:09 PM
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Downloaded the app for PAX Unplugged and had to laugh...
The image is a screenshot of a navigation menu from the "PAX Nav" app. It displays several social media icons and links, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitch. Notably, the Twitter icon has been renamed "Twitter's Remains," referencing Twitter's recent rebranding to X and the current abandonment of the site for other services like BlueSky.
November 12, 2024 at 8:19 PM
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First snow #dailyphoto
This photo shows a cozy indoor scene with a cat sitting on a surface, looking out through a window. Outside, the view is misty with bare trees, likely indicating a chilly or autumn day. There’s a transparent bird feeder attached to the window, hinting that the cat might be waiting or watching for birds to visit. Inside, the lighting is dim, emphasizing the contrast between the indoors and the misty outdoors.
November 12, 2024 at 1:44 PM
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I hate getting basically to the end of a project before accepting that yes, it really is too big.
An almost complete crocheted cowl and the remnants of multicolored yarn.
November 10, 2024 at 1:39 AM
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I decided to channel today's anxiety into something productive. So I did visible mending on my favorite sweater. You can tell which one I did first, but I got better!
November 8, 2024 at 4:11 PM