June Maffin
@soulistryjune.bsky.social
* reflections on Politics / Life / Creativity / Spirituality
* author / possibilist - believe in the potential for large-scale change
* CZT 37 / lifelong learner
* proud Canadian who is grateful to be living on the west coast
* author / possibilist - believe in the potential for large-scale change
* CZT 37 / lifelong learner
* proud Canadian who is grateful to be living on the west coast
Today begins the first week of the Season of Advent (to learn more about Advent: soulistry.com/blog The theme of the First Week of Advent is "Hope". A very short Soulistry reflection can be found here: soulistry.com/advent-1-hope
November 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Today begins the first week of the Season of Advent (to learn more about Advent: soulistry.com/blog The theme of the First Week of Advent is "Hope". A very short Soulistry reflection can be found here: soulistry.com/advent-1-hope
May there be at least a glimmer of possibility that this time next year, sanity will return to the world of politics and that kindness - and hope - will be rekindled in the actions and words of all. Happy, blessed and safe Thanksgiving.
November 27, 2025 at 4:37 AM
May there be at least a glimmer of possibility that this time next year, sanity will return to the world of politics and that kindness - and hope - will be rekindled in the actions and words of all. Happy, blessed and safe Thanksgiving.
This is true! Ooooh, so true! Can you figure out what it says? If not, think - letters need to be rearranged and - underlined letter is the first letter of each word.
Hope this game gave you a bit of fun on this election day. Hold onto your hats!!! Am "thinking positive!" for the results tonight.
Hope this game gave you a bit of fun on this election day. Hold onto your hats!!! Am "thinking positive!" for the results tonight.
November 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM
This is true! Ooooh, so true! Can you figure out what it says? If not, think - letters need to be rearranged and - underlined letter is the first letter of each word.
Hope this game gave you a bit of fun on this election day. Hold onto your hats!!! Am "thinking positive!" for the results tonight.
Hope this game gave you a bit of fun on this election day. Hold onto your hats!!! Am "thinking positive!" for the results tonight.
Canadians are building their own HealthCare Infusions (not just doctors/nurses but all sorts of medical professionals) for their local communities. You can help! So far, HealthCare Infusions have begun in various communities in Nova Scotia, British Columbia and Ontario.
October 27, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Canadians are building their own HealthCare Infusions (not just doctors/nurses but all sorts of medical professionals) for their local communities. You can help! So far, HealthCare Infusions have begun in various communities in Nova Scotia, British Columbia and Ontario.
A group of frogs is called an army ... an army that doesn't use guns & doesn't attack.The frogs who showed up at many "No Kings" rallies & events were an army of peace: dancing, walking, singing, chatting, being friendly & kind. Yay to all of the army of frogs who showed up for "No Kings" events!
October 19, 2025 at 6:43 AM
A group of frogs is called an army ... an army that doesn't use guns & doesn't attack.The frogs who showed up at many "No Kings" rallies & events were an army of peace: dancing, walking, singing, chatting, being friendly & kind. Yay to all of the army of frogs who showed up for "No Kings" events!
Well done United States! "No Kings" events happened throughout your country with crowds-upon crowds-upon crowds today, supported by countless in other countries!
Fight like it's 1938 Germany! May the momentum continue and democracy reign ... not DJR or his minions.
Fight like it's 1938 Germany! May the momentum continue and democracy reign ... not DJR or his minions.
October 19, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Well done United States! "No Kings" events happened throughout your country with crowds-upon crowds-upon crowds today, supported by countless in other countries!
Fight like it's 1938 Germany! May the momentum continue and democracy reign ... not DJR or his minions.
Fight like it's 1938 Germany! May the momentum continue and democracy reign ... not DJR or his minions.
Courage & focus to all peacefully participating at "No Kings" events today.
"The result is not doubtful. We shall not fail - if we stand firm, we shall not fail. Wise counsels may accelerate, or mistakes delay it, but sooner or later the victory is sure to come." <Abraham Lincoln>
"The result is not doubtful. We shall not fail - if we stand firm, we shall not fail. Wise counsels may accelerate, or mistakes delay it, but sooner or later the victory is sure to come." <Abraham Lincoln>
October 18, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Courage & focus to all peacefully participating at "No Kings" events today.
"The result is not doubtful. We shall not fail - if we stand firm, we shall not fail. Wise counsels may accelerate, or mistakes delay it, but sooner or later the victory is sure to come." <Abraham Lincoln>
"The result is not doubtful. We shall not fail - if we stand firm, we shall not fail. Wise counsels may accelerate, or mistakes delay it, but sooner or later the victory is sure to come." <Abraham Lincoln>
Canadians are marking Thanksgiving this weekend. Here's a bit of history as only Tod Maffin can offer 🙂 (www.facebook.com/watchv=99526...)
And here's a wee reflection soulistry.com/thanksgiving... about 'giving thanks and gratitude' in difficult times.
And here's a wee reflection soulistry.com/thanksgiving... about 'giving thanks and gratitude' in difficult times.
October 11, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Canadians are marking Thanksgiving this weekend. Here's a bit of history as only Tod Maffin can offer 🙂 (www.facebook.com/watchv=99526...)
And here's a wee reflection soulistry.com/thanksgiving... about 'giving thanks and gratitude' in difficult times.
And here's a wee reflection soulistry.com/thanksgiving... about 'giving thanks and gratitude' in difficult times.
There are no winners in war.
A wee "Soulistry" reflection soulistry.com/peace
A wee "Soulistry" reflection soulistry.com/peace
October 10, 2025 at 5:23 PM
There are no winners in war.
A wee "Soulistry" reflection soulistry.com/peace
A wee "Soulistry" reflection soulistry.com/peace
So tragic ... needless. The U.S. federal gov't shutdown.
Canadians are often recognized by our frequent saying of "I'm sorry." We've been the brunt of jokes around this over the years. But I don't mind being counted as one who is sorry for those experiencing distress, misfortune & more. I am sorry.
Canadians are often recognized by our frequent saying of "I'm sorry." We've been the brunt of jokes around this over the years. But I don't mind being counted as one who is sorry for those experiencing distress, misfortune & more. I am sorry.
October 2, 2025 at 5:51 AM
So tragic ... needless. The U.S. federal gov't shutdown.
Canadians are often recognized by our frequent saying of "I'm sorry." We've been the brunt of jokes around this over the years. But I don't mind being counted as one who is sorry for those experiencing distress, misfortune & more. I am sorry.
Canadians are often recognized by our frequent saying of "I'm sorry." We've been the brunt of jokes around this over the years. But I don't mind being counted as one who is sorry for those experiencing distress, misfortune & more. I am sorry.
Today is Canada's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
May we begin the day by looking at this Survivor's Flag, its symbols, remembering the people the Flag represents whose lives were deeply affected by Residential Schools.
May we begin the day by looking at this Survivor's Flag, its symbols, remembering the people the Flag represents whose lives were deeply affected by Residential Schools.
September 30, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Today is Canada's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
May we begin the day by looking at this Survivor's Flag, its symbols, remembering the people the Flag represents whose lives were deeply affected by Residential Schools.
May we begin the day by looking at this Survivor's Flag, its symbols, remembering the people the Flag represents whose lives were deeply affected by Residential Schools.
Today is Michaelmas Day where, according to tradition, Archangel Michael defeated Satan in the war in heaven.
Many believe Archangel Michael offers protection during the 'dark days': weather-wise ... politics-wise. Oh how we need him now.
<Photographer: Yanetzirch - Pixibay>
Many believe Archangel Michael offers protection during the 'dark days': weather-wise ... politics-wise. Oh how we need him now.
<Photographer: Yanetzirch - Pixibay>
September 30, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Today is Michaelmas Day where, according to tradition, Archangel Michael defeated Satan in the war in heaven.
Many believe Archangel Michael offers protection during the 'dark days': weather-wise ... politics-wise. Oh how we need him now.
<Photographer: Yanetzirch - Pixibay>
Many believe Archangel Michael offers protection during the 'dark days': weather-wise ... politics-wise. Oh how we need him now.
<Photographer: Yanetzirch - Pixibay>
Want something hopeful - positive - to think about in these trying times? How about looking at, reflecting on ... birds .. who have an important lesson: "their right wing and left wing work together to lift up the centre." Something to think about? pray for? talk about? hope for?
September 30, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Want something hopeful - positive - to think about in these trying times? How about looking at, reflecting on ... birds .. who have an important lesson: "their right wing and left wing work together to lift up the centre." Something to think about? pray for? talk about? hope for?
May we heed the words of Wesleyan pastor Benjamin R Cremer:
September 15, 2025 at 5:57 PM
May we heed the words of Wesleyan pastor Benjamin R Cremer:
Yummm, Lindt chocolate --- coming directly to Canada.
But let's not forget that Canada has some great chocolate-makers here, too. 🙂
But let's not forget that Canada has some great chocolate-makers here, too. 🙂
September 8, 2025 at 5:12 AM
Yummm, Lindt chocolate --- coming directly to Canada.
But let's not forget that Canada has some great chocolate-makers here, too. 🙂
But let's not forget that Canada has some great chocolate-makers here, too. 🙂
I believe that living in the US these days is "Freedom with a Trigger." ... "Justice in a Holster" ... "The Pulled Vote, Not the Cast Vote."
Thank you, Brian Bilston. Your words in your "America is a gun" poem are direct, succinct and spot on. Tragically.
Thank you, Brian Bilston. Your words in your "America is a gun" poem are direct, succinct and spot on. Tragically.
August 28, 2025 at 5:10 PM
I believe that living in the US these days is "Freedom with a Trigger." ... "Justice in a Holster" ... "The Pulled Vote, Not the Cast Vote."
Thank you, Brian Bilston. Your words in your "America is a gun" poem are direct, succinct and spot on. Tragically.
Thank you, Brian Bilston. Your words in your "America is a gun" poem are direct, succinct and spot on. Tragically.
A lesson in "How To Get a Pardon" from the U.S. President - ... flatter ... lie ... distract from Epstein.
August 23, 2025 at 12:14 PM
A lesson in "How To Get a Pardon" from the U.S. President - ... flatter ... lie ... distract from Epstein.
Representation Agreement/Advance Directive - do you have one? Have you had "the discussion" with your partner/children & say what kind of care you do/don't want should you be unable to move, communicate, are in pain?
August 14, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Representation Agreement/Advance Directive - do you have one? Have you had "the discussion" with your partner/children & say what kind of care you do/don't want should you be unable to move, communicate, are in pain?
Come on, BlueSky folk, research your posts before posting. The storyline about “Tito and Amanda Watts” being arrested in Florida for selling “golden tickets to heaven” was posted here today on Stuppid.com, parody, openly fictional site on April 1, 2015. Check your sources before posting!
August 13, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Come on, BlueSky folk, research your posts before posting. The storyline about “Tito and Amanda Watts” being arrested in Florida for selling “golden tickets to heaven” was posted here today on Stuppid.com, parody, openly fictional site on April 1, 2015. Check your sources before posting!
Judy Feld Carr is a Canadian. Many haven't heard about her and are missing an important part of Canadian history. She truly represents "Courage Beyond Borders." www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu80...
August 13, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Judy Feld Carr is a Canadian. Many haven't heard about her and are missing an important part of Canadian history. She truly represents "Courage Beyond Borders." www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu80...
AI - it's real - and it's political - and scary - and ... read Tod's important notice.
August 9, 2025 at 5:49 AM
AI - it's real - and it's political - and scary - and ... read Tod's important notice.
Remember learning this in school? Not "exact" but fun and helpful "approximate" reminders. 🙂 An aside - know what # President the incumbent in the White House is now? Mmmmm, naughty me, but some might want to give the "middle finger message" to #45.
July 30, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Remember learning this in school? Not "exact" but fun and helpful "approximate" reminders. 🙂 An aside - know what # President the incumbent in the White House is now? Mmmmm, naughty me, but some might want to give the "middle finger message" to #45.
Parts of Vancouver Island are on tsunami alert as well as coastal US and others.
July 30, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Parts of Vancouver Island are on tsunami alert as well as coastal US and others.