Buttercup being a very good girl, at the arboretum. I loved this sculpture. #background #BlueSkyArtShow

Barely opened Dogwood blossoms. They’d be nearly invisible in the late morning sun if it wasn’t for the trunk of a huge pine tree in the #background. #BlueSkyArtShow

#BlueSkyArtShow #Stone

Just one more, because I enjoy a split rail fence. #horizontal #BlueSkyArtShoe

Even after extensive cleanup there are still hundreds of fallen trees in every town and neighborhood. This area is clearer than many. 18 months post hurricane Helene at the Asheville arboretum #horizontal #BlueShyArtShow

#BlueSkyArtShow #round

#BlueSkyArtShow #round

The early morning sun was glowing in the most beautiful way between #two crossed branches the other day. There was a lot of moisture in the air and the haze was almost golden one minute and silver the next. The tree also had #two trunks. #BlueSkyArtShow

#BlueSkyArtShow #two

#BlueSkyArtShow #wood #Penland

#BlueSkyArtShow #wood

#BlueSkyArtShow #sunlight At the right time of day sunlight will perfectly replicate the patterns from a stained glass window. At a concert recently it was the perfect time for me to be sitting in the balcony

This was an unexpected, but very very welcome, sight at the beginning of February. Daffodils and crocuses already popping up through the snow! Thank you, lovely little plant people, for brightening my day.

We finally had some snow today. It’s been 3 years since the last one. Buttercup was delighted!

#BlueSkyArtShow #clouds

The mist froze on everything this morning. #BlueSkyArtShow #cold

When it’s #cold outside the air inside is dry. Even with a humidifier we experience static electricity. Just a little shocking 😂 #blueskyartshow

Minnesota’s justice system will have the last word.

“We anticipated this time of trial, but we still pray: "Líbranos del mal — deliver us from evil.” religionnews.com/2026/01/22/h...

Jesus placed a child in the midst of his disciples, took him in his arms, and stated, "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me." But ICE? kidnapping children. What is happening right now is demonic. This is evil.

January 19, 2026 open.substack.com/pub/heatherc...

Nap time in the peaceable household

"Claim all the room there still is for speaking, writing, publishing, protesting, voting. It’s what the people of Minnesota appear to be doing, and it’s something each of us needs to do — right now, while we still can..." www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/o...

This is deeply disturbing, especially after reports of growing concerns about the conditions at this facility. An investigation must take place. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...

"A protester detained, her bra removed and wedding ring cut off, and some of her clothes never returned..." www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...

The agent said that?? "When they told the agents they were US citizens, the couple said, one responded, “It doesn’t matter.” Another said, “What you’re doing is illegal. This is like Germany 1938,” the court papers said..." www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/u...

I come to BlueSky to escape the increasing darkness of the spirit of this country. Today though, looking at the beautiful photos, of flowers, birds, and still protected wild lands just brought the cancer of evil infecting every aspect of life here, home more painfully. hope will come again tomorrow

Watch my address on the ongoing federal presence in Minnesota: youtu.be/fGTsYXBWQgU

When all the children want “ human” roles in the Christmas pageant and they write the adults in as God’s barnyard creatures 😂

After our Blue Christmas service last week I rested in the candle light for a while. Parishioners who love this little church, made items that give this worship space some of its beauty: the pottery advent wreath, the tables supporting the candles, the crèche seen outlined by its tiny lights. 💕

Breakfast guardians. #GoodMorningBlueSky

This tiny azalea bush is defiantly blooming despite temperatures below freezing this week. It is only about a foot tall and not much wider but it is definitely a hardy little life.

Frost in the morning, bright leaves, trick-or-treaters and fun loving adults enjoying Halloween. #BlueSkyArtShow #autumn

#BlueSkyArtShow #inside The morning sky was just beginning to brighten behind this morning glory. It created a glow inside that radiated through the petals. Lucky shot.

omg! "Demolition crews have begun tearing down part of the White House... "Construction teams Monday were demolishing a portion of the East Wing, with a backhoe ripping through the structure..." www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

#BlueSkyArtShow #Vertical

#BleuSkyArtShow #Vertical

Bible PSA for No Kings Day, I Samuel 8. In other words, even God thinks that kings are a really bad idea:

#NoKings #MarionNC

Trump’s police force is terrorizing school pick-up lines and throwing tear gas at local police. He is not making the country safer. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

The important thing is that we can rebuild something fully new and better, which is why facing the severity of this moment can be a source of hope rather than paralysis.

worth 4 mins of your time to watch this: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmfD...

"In unison." Amen. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

The government is in full shutdown and the Republicans are refusing to call the House back into session. Want to know why? Because we have secured the final vote on releasing the Epstein Files and they don’t want it out. Call GOP and tell them to swear in @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social.

Yesterday's vote by the FCC to end #ERate discounts for Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs in libraries will have negative impacts in communities across the country, particularly in rural areas. Read more, featuring ALA President Sam Helmick: apnews.com/article/fcc-...