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Amanda
@tunedtochords.bsky.social
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Blind, queer, polyam, she/her/hers. Guide dog user and advocate. Baking, books, brat cats and brilliant dogs are a few things that make my world go 'round.
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Ulga picked out a new toy when we went shopping. (Brief video of black and tan GSD playing with a bright green pickle toy.) #DogsOfBlusky
November 6, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Sourdough bread from the new starter I just made, whose name is Doughlene. (It's the name from a list of starter names that made us chuckle the most.)
A loaf of rustic bread, sliced open to reveal its airy, textured interior, sits on a marbled kitchen countertop. In the background, there are kitchen appliances including a coffee maker with a visible clock display showing "10:27", a coffee grinder, and some containers, creating a cozy kitchen atmosphere. The bread has a well-browned, crusty exterior and a light, irregular crumb structure inside. Round loaf of rustic bread resting on a black cooling rack. The crust is golden brown with a rough, crackled surface and some flour dusted over it. The bread sits on a dark, marbled countertop in a kitchen setting.
October 23, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Vanya, this is not where cats go. Why are you like this? (Roommate found him there last night. He was retrieving laundry, looked away, and turned back to see this.) #CatsOfBlusky
A black cat inside a clothes dryer. The dryer door is open, and the cat is lying on some laundry inside the drum. There are various pieces of clothing, including a colorful garment and some black fabric. The surrounding area includes the dryer door, part of the laundry room floor, and a small trash bin nearby. The lighting is dim, casting shadows around the scene.
September 22, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Short video of Ulga working from my point of view. We're walking along a sidewalk, we cross a street, and she slows to indicate broken sidewalk and a huge tree root. #GermanSheperd #GuideDog #DogsOfBlusky
September 19, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Everything continues to be awful, so I made bread about it. Focaccia with everything bagel seasoning. @mostlybree.kitrocha.com was kind enough to type up the recipe when I asked, and then I bought the book. Reading cookbooks with Kindle and Voiceover is a lot easier than I expected.
Freshly baked focaccia bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet, resting on a stovetop. The focaccia is golden brown with a bubbled surface, generously sprinkled with herbs and coarse seasoning. Next to the stovetop, there is a shiny kettle and a coffee maker. The kitchen has a modern, clean setup with stainless steel appliances. The bread looks homemade and inviting.
September 14, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Stack of dogs. Moments later, Roo woke up for a piece of pizza crust I put on her nose.#dogsky
Two large dogs lying on a brown couch. One dog, a German Shepherd with a multicolored collar, is resting its head on the arm of the couch. The other dog, a light-colored Labrador Retriever, is curled up on a blue and white blanket with its head resting against the armrest. Both dogs appear to be relaxed or sleeping. There's a blue cushion with the words "POLICE PUBLIC CALL BOX" on it to the side and a table with a lamp and various items in the background. The scene looks cozy and calm.
September 4, 2025 at 1:36 AM
I treasure every day with this marshmallow. Rusti loves her sunbeams. She loves to bask like this for about half an hour, then acts like we forced her to stay outside forever. How could we deprive good Roobears of endless water and cool tiles to flop on?#DogsOfBlusky
The image shows an elderly Labrador Retriever lying on the ground outdoors. The dog has a pale yellow coat with a white face and muzzle, indicating age. Its eyes are droopy, with a slightly tired or relaxed expression, and its ears are lying flat to the sides. The dog’s nose is dark brown, and there are visible signs of aging such as a thinner face and some looseness in the skin. It is lying on a patch of mixed grass, small green plants, and dry brown leaves, with some sunlight creating bright spots on its fur. The dog’s front legs are stretched out in front, and it appears calm, perhaps resting in the warmth.
August 15, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Vanya, this is not where cats go. (Also, the AI-generated alt text lies; the "crumpled aluminum foil" is a baking tray with blueberry bars, covered with foil.)
Black cat with yellow eyes sitting on the control panel area at the back of a kitchen stove. The time on the stove's digital display reads 3:45. In front of the cat, on the stovetop, there’s a silver tea kettle, a black pan with a glass lid, and some crumpled aluminum foil. The surrounding cabinets are wooden, and the countertop is a mottled grayish color. The cat is wearing a collar with a tag and is looking directly at the camera.
August 12, 2025 at 4:16 PM
No cheating post the most recent pic of your pets.
Ulga, a black and tan German shepherd dog is upside down on the couch. Her legs are up in the air, and her little pointy head is flopped to the side. She was being a total ham and trying to get me to rub her belly. In this photo, you can probably only see her tan fur; most of the black is on her saddle with a little on her face and head. Oh, and her tail is half and half.
July 24, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Timeline cleanse. Ulga thinks she's a cat. Rusti is just trying to sleep.
Two dogs resting together on a brown couch. The dog on the bottom is a light-colored Labrador Retriever wearing a pink dog diaper, lying curled up and sleeping. The second dog, a German Shepherd, is lying on top of the backrest of the couch with its head resting on the cushion and one paw draped over the Labrador. Both dogs look comfortable and relaxed. There is a blue and white blanket under them, and in the background, there is a side table with various items including a lamp, papers, and a pill bottle. The room appears cozy and lived-in.
June 28, 2025 at 12:29 AM
It seemed like a day for chocolate cake. Chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. And sprinkles. I baked the layers and made the frosting, Jill assembled and decorated.
The cake is a round, multi-layer dessert with chocolate frosting covering the top and sides. The frosting has a smooth yet slightly textured finish, suggesting it was applied by hand. The top of the cake is adorned with a generous sprinkle of colorful sugar crystals in red, blue, and white, forming a decorative border near the edges. The cake is presented on a dark-colored plate, and some frosting has spread slightly onto the plate's rim.
May 25, 2025 at 12:18 AM
My best girls. Hard to believe that next Monday marks 4 years with Ulga and Thursday is 12 years with Rusti. (It would also be 19 years with Hester on Thursday, but she's not here anymore.)
Close-up of a light-colored dog, likely a Labrador Retriever, resting its head on a textured blue and gray surface. The dog appears to be relaxed or sleepy, with its eyes partially closed. Its fur is a pale cream color, and its nose is brown. The image captures mostly the dog's face and part of its ear. Close-up of a German Shepherd or similar dog resting its head sideways on a blue cushion. The dog’s face is pressed between the cushion and a brown surface, possibly a couch, and it looks relaxed but slightly sad or tired. The fur on the cushion and couch suggests the dog spends a lot of time in this spot. The image also shows part of another light-colored animal or object in the foreground.
May 23, 2025 at 5:12 AM
One of my roommates calls my German shepherd "worst doorbell" because most of the time, she doesn't alert bark until someone's in the house. The cat, on the other hand, hisses at delivery people through the window.'The ferocious beasts in question from a few evenings ago.
The large dog, possibly a German Shepherd, is lying on a bed, curled up and resting its head. Next to the large dog, a small black cat is also curled up and sleeping. The bed is covered with a green blanket and a purple one, and the sheets have a geometric pattern in shades of gray and white. The wall behind the bed is plain white.
April 30, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Vanya thinks he's a German shepherd, and Ulga thinks he's her puppy/personal plaything.
A large German Shepherd is lying on a bed, curled up and resting its head on the mattress. Next to it, a small black cat is also curled up, nestled against the German Shepherd. The bed is covered with a geometric-patterned bedspread in shades of gray and white, and there are two blankets on top: one is a deep green color, and the other is a light purple. The wall behind the bed is plain white.
April 19, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Vanya does a blehp. When he's not watching the birds and squirrels through the window, he's on or next to me. Please ignore my pajamas.
A woman with long dark hair is sitting on a couch, wearing a yellow T-shirt and green pants. She has a focused expression on her face. On her lap, there is a black cat with bright yellow eyes, sticking its tongue out. The woman is gently holding the cat. Next to her, there is a fluffy gray blanket and a colorful box of tissues. In the foreground, part of a light-colored dog's back is visible. The setting appears to be a cozy living room.
April 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
There is also a dog, but... (The dog is my retired guide dog, she and the cat spend a large portion of their day finding sunbeams to nap in together.)
A light-colored Labrador Retriever is lying on a brown couch, resting its head on a blue and white striped blanket. Next to the dog, a black cat is curled up, also sleeping. The scene is cozy and peaceful, with soft lighting and a relaxed atmosphere.
April 10, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Seriously, the most chill cat in the universe. He loves his dogs. He lets Ulga put her mouth around his entire head, and lets her lick him all over. Rusti only wants snuggles from him, and occasionally sits on his head... Here are Vanya and Roobear napping together.
A light-colored Labrador Retriever is lying on a brown couch, resting its head on a blue and white striped blanket. Next to the dog, a black cat is curled up, also sleeping. The scene is cozy and peaceful, with soft lighting coming from a window in the background.
April 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
My dog is acting like we do this sort of travel every day, she would like to know why I'm an anxious disaster person. If she could talk, she'd probably say "It's a train, Mom. Take a chill pill, I got this."
A person wearing a green sweater and a black wristband is sitting and holding a dog's head gently. The dog has a brown and black coat and is looking up at the person. There is a blue suitcase next to them. The floor has a strip with red text that reads, "DO NOT STAND OR PLACE ITEMS IN THIS AREA."
March 9, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Skyline cleanse! (Video description: Ulga, a black and tan German shepherd dog, chomps on a blue plastic piggy to make it oink.)
February 26, 2025 at 1:57 PM
This cat will let me hold him like a baby forever.
A woman with long dark hair is sitting and appears to be petting a black cat that is lying on her lap. She is wearing a light turquoise jacket over a gray shirt. The cat has bright yellow eyes and is wearing a red collar. The woman seems to be focused on the cat, and they are both resting on a soft, gray blanket.
February 13, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Chocolate babka, made in a bundt pan because I only have one loaf pan, and it's the wrong size. Chris helped me spread the filling, and due to a miscommunication, he used all the filling in half the bread. So I had to make more. It's... very chocolatey.
The image shows a freshly baked, glossy, ring-shaped bread or pastry placed on a cooling rack. The bread has a rich, golden-brown color with a shiny glaze, indicating it might be sweet or have a sugary coating. It appears to be made up of segments or sections, giving it a braided or twisted appearance. The cooling rack is set on a baking tray, and there are some drips of glaze or syrup on the tray beneath the rack. In the background, there are some wooden kitchen utensils and a dark-colored appliance, possibly a kettle or coffee maker.
January 29, 2025 at 8:43 PM
I have been trapped by a Vanya. (Also, check the alttext, Be my Eyes AI description throws so much shade.)
The image shows a person sitting or lying down with a black cat resting on their lap. The cat is wearing a red collar and is facing away from the camera. The person's left hand is resting on a gray, soft-looking blanket or cushion next to the cat. In the background, there is a cluttered room with a wooden table filled with various items, including a decorative hand sculpture, a glass jar with a plant, and other miscellaneous objects. There are also shelves with books and papers, and a cardboard box with some items spilling out. The overall setting appears to be a cozy but cluttered living space.
January 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Happy 14th birthday to this absolute goofball. First picture is her formal completion of training portrait taken in 2012 (we wouldn't meet for 6 months), and the second is from this morning after breakfast. As I said last night, nothing else is happening today.
The image shows a yellow Labrador Retriever sitting on a paved area with engraved bricks. The dog is wearing a harness, indicating it is a guide dog. Behind the dog is a brick wall. In the upper right corner of the image, there is a logo and text. The logo features a silhouette of a person holding a harness with a dog, and the text reads "The Seeing Eye" with the website "SeeingEye.org" written vertically. At the bottom of the image, the name "Rusti" is written in large black letters. The image shows a light-colored dog, possibly a Labrador Retriever, lying on a brown couch. The dog is wearing a light blue diaper or wrap around its hindquarters. The room is dimly lit, with dark curtains covering a window behind the couch. To the right of the couch, there is a side table with a brass lamp that is turned on, casting a warm light. On the table, there are some papers, a power strip, and a few other small items. The overall atmosphere of the room appears cozy and relaxed.
January 20, 2025 at 4:46 PM
The German shepherd thinks she's a cat. This battery-operated cat toy looks like a ball, therefore it's hers.
November 20, 2024 at 10:27 PM
Ulga is over my bullshit and refuses to look at the camera.
The image shows a German Shepherd dog lying on its side on a dark-colored surface, possibly a couch or bed. The dog is facing away from the camera, with its head resting on the surface. It has a multicolored collar around its neck. The dog's fur is a mix of tan and black, typical of a German Shepherd. In the background, there is a white wall with some visible texture and a hint of a blue patterned fabric, possibly a cushion or blanket. The dog's tail is curled up near its body.
November 14, 2024 at 2:03 PM