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Reader (especially fantasy and sci-fi), crafter, hiker. Dream to visit all of the National Park Sites.
We saw the 75th anniversary memorial wall for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at Eleanor's home this year. The amazing ranger who gave our tour said a lot of folks had told her we need Eleanor more than ever now. She said, "Eleanor herself would tell you: You be Eleanor. It's your turn."
December 13, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Delightful! I could not put this one down, which is a refreshing change from not being able to concentrate because of *gestures wildly*

The Grimoire Grammar School Parent Teacher Association by Caitlin Rozakis.

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September 21, 2025 at 2:17 AM
"I did what I believed was right. It's my duty. In fact, I believe it's every person's duty - especially those in power - to reject unjust laws, to choose kindness and empathy whenever we can." - The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst.

Great read!

#booksky
August 26, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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People are constantly asking me — what can I do? Between now and the 2026 midterm elections, here are five practical steps you can take to make a difference.
August 21, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Absolutely loved Ghost Roast, a graphic novel by Shawnelle Gibbs and Shawnee Gibbs. Ghosts, history, wonderful main character!

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August 19, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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I think it’s high time we take back the national narrative. For centuries Americans of all races, genders, religions, and abilities have worked to create a more perfect union, and we should shout from the rooftops that WE are America. Not these idiot white supremacist authoritarians.
August 18, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Victory Garden success has started!
June 17, 2025 at 12:16 AM
April reads. Why is the news more distracting than fiction of late?

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May 1, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Everyone raised on the AP Style Guide is having a moment with this one, thank you @ellecordova.bsky.social
This is high art
April 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ok, a little late with the March reading wrap-up, but some good reads!

#booksky
April 7, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Current read: On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder

Huge waitlist on this one, but, in a sense, that may be a good thing. Important read.

#booksky
April 4, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Yay, Cory Booker!! "This is a moral moment. It's not left or right; it's right or wrong." Incredible job!
April 2, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Loved this one! Bitter Medicine by Mia Tsai

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March 27, 2025 at 8:03 PM
"What loyalty demanded the cost of one's humanity and why were so many willing to pay it?" -- An Heir of Frost by Elise Kova

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March 22, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Current read: How We Learn to Be Brave by Mariann Edgar Budde

My hold came in for this one! The audio version is narrated by Bishop Budde herself.

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March 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM
My collection of February book covers from the Story Graph!

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March 2, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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A grassroots movement is calling on all Americans to abstain from shopping with major retailers tomorrow, February 28, as part of an “economic blackout.”

I encourage you to join. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/boycott
February 28, 2025 at 12:01 AM
One of my holds came in! Current Read: How the South Won the Civil War by Heather Cox Richardson

"The American paradox has once again enabled oligarchs to threaten American democracy."

#booksky
February 27, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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🚨 DELETED FROM WH.GOV

The administration just deleted information & resources from its website on the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women & violence against Indigenous women.

To the families of missing or murdered women: you will never be erased.

Linking resources below, please share:
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) - Native Hope
We’re facing a crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) in the United States. Here's what you need to know about it.
www.nativehope.org
February 25, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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"i know you’re afraid of blood so we’ll write it with water

the water the wounded man asked for when he could no longer swallow and just

looked at it

water that seeps through a shelled-out roof

water that can replace tears"
WHAT WAR IS
Ostap Slyvynsky
Full poem: snyder.substack.com/p/what-war-is
WHAT WAR IS
A poem by Ostap Slyvynsky
snyder.substack.com
February 25, 2025 at 12:12 AM
I love that MurderBotBot exists. And this quote is so timely.

If you haven't yet read the Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells, don't wait! Go get All Systems Red.

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If I sound calm, I was actually not calm.
February 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM
"We will prevail because we are relearning the basic truth — that we are the leaders we’ve been waiting for." - Robert Reich
February 21, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Current read, for a book club: Beyond Leaning In by Melanie Ho

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February 18, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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REPOST if you support our federal workforce and know how dedicated they are to their jobs. Show them you appreciate them!
February 14, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Today I’d like to honor unsung heroes whose courage in the face of the Trump takeover of America deserves our profound thanks. They are public servants who have chosen to fight rather than submit to Trump’s treachery. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/profiles-in-courage
February 13, 2025 at 4:41 PM