local elections matter #craftivism

September 30, 2025

This Friday I have a musical/concept album coming out. I put a lot of thought and care into this thing. To prove it, here's a detailed look at some important recurring musical motifs. Listening to all three parts is an EXPERIENCE. #MusicSky #MusicianSky #indieMusic #conceptalbum #dreamcore #musical

Moon Mammoths were so fun we had to make it a baseball weekend and see the Cleveland Guardians play ⚾❤️ #clevelandguardians

Let's go Moon Mammoths! #johnoliver

Ugh what I needed to hear.

Still here, still working for you: with Michel Martin in NPR Studio 31 at 5:19am.

My very talented husband!

This is exactly what I needed to hear today. Sharing in case it helps anyone else. "I'm a society that benefits from you being stuck on your phone, giving your attention to art is a rebellious act." @inspiredtowrite.bsky.social m.youtube.com/watch?v=2XZ9... #craftivism

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hand embroidering in the car is a new talent 😅 #craftivism

putting together a collection of embroidery hoops to sell with the intention of donating the proceeds to an organization that supports the LGBTQ community. any recommendations? #craftivism @badasscrossstitch.bsky.social inspired by your book ❤️

Watching this Ben Folds meet and greet livestream is helping me to understand Troy from Community... "I told Pierce a thousand times, I never wanted to meet LeVar in person! I just wanted a picture. You can't disappoint a picture! I hate you Pierce!" @actualbenfolds.bsky.social

The folks at @semafor.com, @semaforben.bsky.social and @maxtani.bsky.social, asked me about public media funding, why I travel to report so much, how NPR mixes radio with podcasts, whether I think the audience is well informed, and what time I get up in the morning.

Absolutely incredible turnout for Budapest Pride! So proud of all the organizers, including some old friends, who estimate hundreds of thousands— major embarrassment to Orban

Hey! Who else on this #nokings Zoom call?! So excited to keep the movement going!

first original piece inspired by @badasscrossstitch.bsky.social #craftivism

Having a slow Sunday. #craftivism

spring break = more arting #collage

here's my artistic reflection of society at the moment #collage

Trying something new. #collages

Some more collages I made with @kristenbrunacini.bsky.social A series called "I Just Don't Have the Time" #collage #art #ijustdonthavethetime

Wisconsin is not for sale, Elon. Vote for Judge Susan Crawford tomorrow.

I am really hoping that this does not affect teachers. PSLF plays a crucial role in recruiting teachers for Title I schools, which serve low-income communities. If anyone has looked around lately, there is a major teacher shortage. Our children deserve better.

I literally want my tax dollars to support national parks, science, education, conservation, health care, mental health, and helping marginalized people, in case that wasn’t clear.

Musk and Trump are working feverishly to cut Social Security, Medicaid, the VA, public education, nutrition and other programs. Why? So Musk and other billionaires can get a huge tax break. Together, we’re not going to let them get away with that.

As Trump tries to dismantle the Department of Education, remember that his plan to cut the corporate tax rate to 15% would give the 100 largest corporations a tax cut larger than the entire department's K-12 budget. Really think about how twisted this all is.

Hey! I know him! @mikebrunacini.bsky.social

Vice President Kamala Harris at the NAACP Image Awards: The American story will be written by we the people.

coffee and chocolate milk date 🥰🥰🥰

It may not be cool or hip in some circles, but we legitimately do need a massive amount of people to run for office. Flood the school boards, councils, county seats, state legislatures, Congress, etc. Big changes at the top happen when the ground shifts at the bottom. And that can start now.

This Steven Page 'live from home' is exactly what I needed. youtu.be/7GB9j6-MLFU?... @stevenpage.bsky.social #stevenpage

Listening to Bernie Sanders speak in Nebraska. We could have had it all. 🧡

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I just called my reps with @5calls.org, you should too: 5calls.org

Hey, do you like #BenFolds or #StevenPage #BillyJoel or #ToddRundgren? You'll probably like what I do too! Give me a shot! Follow me on Bandcamp! #musicsky #musiciansky #skymusic #songwriter #indiemusic #poprock #originalmusic #bskymusicfeed #blueskymusicindie

Public education is the backbone of American democracy. In the richest country in the history of the world, we cannot abandon our teachers and our public schools.

always respect that ben stays true to his values 🤟🩵

fun afternoon listening to @mikebrunacini.bsky.social at @wrfalp.bsky.social

my ziggy 🐾🧡

Wondering how to be a good ally? I would say that a good ally... 🏳️‍🌈 Educates Themselves: Learns about LGBTQ+ issues, history, and terminology. 🏳️‍🌈 Listens and Supports: Provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals to share their experiences.

“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist” James Baldwin

I deleted my Amazon account a few weeks ago and haven't looked back.

Carole King has never steered me wrong.