They tried to befriend a furry woodland creature and failed. But they had the time of their life before it went south.

My siblings in TEC, we have a new bishop!! I was asked today for 1 word to describe our diocese, and what I thought of first was “joyful”. Today was just so much fun!! Welcome, Bp. Karin MacPhail!! Thanks be to God! ⚓️

Charlie Chuck Bubby Sweet Boy My Sweet Angel Baby (when he’s meowing incessantly, most likely to try to get a snacky snack) Charles Oakley (when he’s in trouble) Sir Charles Oakley Alexander Fluffybutt, III Ickes (his legal government name)

Even the way he had them put his name up there was stupid: The DT *and The* John F. Kennedy...Center? Stupid.

Y'all. I have to be up at 5 tomorrow. This is a terrible time to be engrossed in a deconstruction project and a soccer game, and have a tweet that's got some interest I need to keep an eye on in case trolls show up and I need to shut it down...

People at the Kennedy Center chanting "Start with the T". 😂 Also, telling the workers how much they appreciate them as they begin to unload more scaffolding from a truck, which is very kind. DC and NYC are sharing vibes this week and I'm all the way here for it.

Charlie is currently snoozing on the back of the couch. This will not last long... Poor little guy. I'm trying to give him a head's up, but we still, after 4 years, have a language barrier when it comes to things like storms and the neighbors leaving their house.

It’s going to be 90 today, so I was thinking about going to the lake. BUT, it’s suuuuuper windy which will make kayaking unnecessarily hard and, I can’t put the kayak in the car because I have the parish banner in there, ready for our new Bishop’s Consecration tomorrow. Guess I’ll stay here. 😏⚓️

“Whatcha thinkin’ about, Bubby?” “Cat stuff.”

We have 14 people signed up for our Inquirers'/Adult Confirmation class that starts tonight! We're using Walk in Love as our guide. Thank you @scottagunn.bsky.social! ⚓

Yes, Dog Agility videos are incredible, but this is the kind I like: This dog is the textbook definition of "loping" while their human is acting like they're about to break some sort of Dog Agility record. Talk about mismatched energies 😂 youtu.be/GjqtwNUE148?...

I’ve got A LOT of writing to do this summer… I love it! And also, 🫣 Oh, and 2 sermons. ⚓️

My intention after work was to go do a couple of laps around the pond to close my rings... Me: Ooo! I wonder where that trail goes? Also me: *takes trail* *gets lost in the woods for an hour and a half on a still-healing foot*

I so enjoyed having to go into my Mac and manually opt out of allowing Siri to "learn" from each individual app. Great use of time on a Monday. 😐

I... No. Just no.

"Hey! I can't come into work today. I have a baby deer in my yard with the zoomies and I have to sit here and watch it all day. Apologies." *No video/picture available because Rowdy is SO fast in their new hooves!

My rector just forwarded me an email from the Bishop-elect with a smiley face. The email was to let Clergy know that the ordination process for the diocese is open again ahead of her Consecration on Saturday (God willing and the people consenting). EEEK!!!! ⚓

I tried this necklace on when I was on the cruise. It's gorgeous in person. And it would pay off a good chunk of my debt... *sigh* www.effyjewelry.com/collections/...

It only took 2 months, but he’s finally decided that the window seat won’t actually hurt him.

Truly, the most delightful 40 seconds you’ll spend for the next hour! 😂🥰

This is a cat check-point. Relinquish your most recent cat picture in your phone.

I had the privilege of leading morning prayer this morning. My boss and coworker kind of voluntold me for it because, "you'll have to learn it eventually". I love being in such a supportive place where my calling is affirmed and celebrated. 😊⚓

Back in the office for half a day before I leave again to go serve at our diocesan Community Services organization for a couple of days. Charlie is NOT happy that I packed a bag again last night... Sorry, Bub! It's just going to be like that this month. I still love you, though!

Always happy to pull this gem out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQLf...

Update: My roommate was off on a new adventure when I woke up. I hope they can find a new family in their new home.

Um. Got a new Lifer. Only problem is, we’re in the middle with f the ocean. On my balcony. I guess I have a roommate now. Poor little birdie!

I’ve yet to decide what all I’m doing today, but for now, it’s breakfast in bed. 😊

It’s tiiiiiiiime!! #ImOnABoat

My oldest niece and I are essentially the same person. 😂

If you haven’t flown in a while—specifically Southwest—you also may be surprised to learn that a blanket now counts as one of your carry-ons. They’ve come a long way (in the wrong direction) since “bags always fly free”. 🙄

I can’t remember who recommended this series, but thank you! I’ll be enjoying this one immensely on the ship. I finished the first one this morning while giving Charlie snugs before I abandon him for a week. 😭

Evergreen

Will someone please come clean my house, do my laundry, give me a mani-pedi, and pack for me? I went into Vacation Mode about 36 hours too soon... Whoops.

It was raining so hard when I woke up that I grabbed the fan remote to turn it off. It wasn’t on. I made coffee, came back to bed, and am watching Stephen’s last 2 eps while this little guy snores, curled up against me. Absolutely lovely start to vacation.

If you're able to, watch Stephen Colbert's last show live tonight and show CBS that they're absolute sniveling cowards.

Places Charlie threw up today: 1. The living room carpet 2. The couch 3. The bed Places Charlie did NOT throw up today: 1. The hardwood floor 2. Anywhere easy to clean He's lucky he's cute.

@sandbar17.bsky.social Are you back over here in the bluest of skies?? I've missed you!

Hard boiled egg on buttered sourdough toast with Zatar seasoning and a pinch of salt. And coffee, of course. #Breakfast

It's officially The Week Before Vacation®️! This time next week, I'll be on my way to get on a really big boat on which I plan to immediately find food and then take a nap until it's time for a snack and departure...

Have you ever heard a giraffe drink? www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0-8...

Hmm... I wonder what Eric Metaxas is up to these days...Oh dear Beelzebub. 🤦‍♀️

Yup. Our vote literally does not count anymore unless we do what Republican want us to do. I have a deep, simmering rage for every person who’s vote has been stolen in VA, and in places like TN, LA, and other states trying to take away Black people’s hard fought votes.

Over easy, hard boiled, scrambled, fried, poached, and "Congratulations on your new baby chick!"

@cordiallycourtney.bsky.social How are you feeling?

Yes, the Internet can be a birdwatching trip to a landfill, but you can also look in on a puffin colony on the Faroe Islands, on a watering hole in the Namib desert, or on little tiny baby beavers under the care of the Cowlitz Tribe in Washington ANY TIME YOU WANT!! www.youtube.com/live/hy765ud...

It's mid-May. WHY do I have to keep turning the heat back on??

QRP with the doctor you'd trust leading the hantavirus response instead of RFK Jr.

Every so often, the truth slips out… Also, yeah, jackhole. We’re aware.

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