Feeling in the spirit… Jingle bells Donnie smells Elections helped us slay. Oh what fun it is to ride This blue wave from Tuesday. Hey! Jingle bells Off the rails Donnie lost his mind. Oh what fun to decry And 25th the king!

Department of the Interior is going to comply with the federal judge. There will not be a reduction in force (RIF) during the shutdown. @altfws.altgov.info @resistancerangers.altgov.info @altblmatinterior.bsky.social @altwasonps.bsky.social @altacadia.bsky.social @altdoi.altgov.info

The midterms are coming, The midterms are coming, The midterms are coming!

I admit, It’s not taco Tuesday for me today.. It’s ’Tini Tuesday… 🍸 Maybe not my best coping strategy but sometimes…

Doug Burgum is tone deaf. He can go duck himself. He is part of the problem. Consoling people for the harm you intentionally caused is some serious horse 💩. Nah— not upset at all… #SecCookieMonster

Monday motivational haiku #AltPoetSociety Government shutdown Congress is too partisan Nothing being done The Senate puffs up They vote on bills with no chance All for the sound bites The House does not meet Speaker Johnson, a coward Seat Grijalva now

It’s Sunday… so a Bible verse for you to share with Christians who need a reminder (like Congress): Matthew 35-40 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,

When does switching to an alternate timeline happen? Here’s to hoping.

Climate change is real.

The world is filled with kind and generous people, that is becoming more and more evident. Let’s focus on them today. And by the way— Happy Halloween, inflatable edition.

In my personal life— and on this platform, people have asked what they can do to help federal employees. 1. All of us need emotional support. We want to feel valued. We want our work to be valued.

Thoughts and prayers… but I doubt that is enough. We must rise. We must fight. We must not give up. This country, this world— needs us to provide checks and balances. We need to act. www.cnn.com/2025/10/29/p...

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One year ago

Dementia Haiku Tiger. Elephant. Giraffe.questions are easy. Not an IQ test. It’s easy to laugh. Except dementia is cruel. Sad for him and us. He thought it was hard, That others couldn’t pass it Naming brown women. The old can be mean. This one is racist, in charge The bad is now worse.

What is your chosen distraction from the madness?

Happy Monday??

Well *gulp*, it’s Friday. Wonder if I should check my email or just skip it? Regardless of what happens, we all matter. We can do this. We are strong. We are DOI.

Well this is great for conservation. (Sarcasm intended) www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Highlighting based on question received: Construction contractor: Clark Construction Engineering: AECOM Architect: McCrery Architects In case anyone has feedback for them…

Historic preservation be damned— Trump wants a new ballroom (note: Hitler did too). But it’s privately funded! Is that extortion? Pay to play? Why don’t those same corporations help support federal workers who aren’t getting paid? Even better, why not just have them pay a fair share of taxes?

Whatever it takes to help them see he was never interested in being Prez for us… And if you’ve never worked with cattle ranchers, they are connected. #FAFO #ArgentinaFirst? #Beef #ItsNotWhatIsForDinner

They now are listed as the official account. I sure hope a career civil servant isn’t being asked to post this trash. The pro-energy stuff is consistent with what we are prioritizing. I find them being against the parks association weird. Hatch act be damned…. I am embarrassed.

This is a great recent summary of our dystopian nightmare… Correct that… dystopian reality.

Another day gone, another day not knowing who/how many will get a RIF notice. Trauma is the point. #Resist

A little movie history. 🍿

A Haiku #AltPoetSociety Interior RIF Plans were released yesterday Blood from a turnip Waiting to learn more It’s clear, trauma is the point Many job hunting Our mission matters We’re here for Conservation Not corporations Wildlife not wealthy Birds, fish, endangered species Let us do our job

Resharing this… saw others post and it is a good reminder. We are #AltGov We will #Resist We will not solicit for money We are here for everyone, with a strong bond for those we serve with in our Agencies.

Clarification: this is likely only part of potential layoffs (RiF). Many units do not have bargaining unit employees and are not listed. The numbers may be much greater.. and it’s why some regions numbers are more significant. Thanks to followers for helping (see comments on original post).

DOI Layoffs Via court docket (see the appendix by bureau and function. For FWS: Hardest hit is those who were consolidated to the Department (Office of Sec). RIF summary for current FWS: Migratory Birds, 35 Off Cons Investment 14 Fisheries 48 Eco Serv 13 RD Offices 8 Refuges 24 Off Law Enf 1

Can you imagine if Obama—even now— posted an AI video of himself as a king throwing sh!t on Americans?The outrage would be real. Of course, Obama would never do such a thing. But alas, we have a sitting President who did. So disgusting. Those who laugh this off wouldn’t if it was the opposite way.

This is what democracy looks like. #NoKings

Am I the only one still fired up from today?

Be safe out there. Please share pictures and stories. youtu.be/Ba3b-wBut8s?...

I have never been paid to protest. I don’t need to be paid, I see it as my duty as an American citizen. #Resist #NoKings Be there if you can. *Note: we all fulfill our duty differently. Protesting is one of my ways.

Worth a read for those of us protesting tomorrow. Be willing to adjust and think on your feet.

Mixed news. If you are in the bargaining unit, the TRO on RIFs stands (for all of DOI). This includes employees who are in the bargaining unit prior to the regimes elimination of unions. federalnewsnetwork.com/government-s...

And now we wait to see if we are impacted or not… Duck them all.

Body cameras protect those most vulnerable. Sometimes that’s the person being arrested, sometimes that’s the law enforcement officer. This is a sound decision. Arrest and hold accountable those committing violent acts— including any officers acting inappropriately. apnews.com/live/donald-...

And now for something more positive… Any good sign ideas for Saturday’s protests?

If you follow me regularly, you know I am struggling. I am challenged by what is planned for us as DOI employees. I am challenged about how I use my first amendment rights when it could be used against me. I am challenged by why I don’t know and even more by why I do know.

Good news— for now. We need the courts to maintain the rule of law. www.cnbc.com/2025/10/15/j...

Sandhill Crane pair near Mt Adams in field of wildflowers is tonight's 9 o'clock photo. 27 May 2023 and would have just arrived from wintering grounds. Land part of National Wildlife Refuge system. Are some places and creatures put at risk by not having @altfws.altgov.info working at full capacity.

Rumors. Non-disclosure agreements. Fear. Trauma. I took some time away because I don’t know how to be helpful to my FWS/ DOI colleagues. I expect it will be a hard week. To all Federal Employees— you matter. You are valued. You are needed. #Resist

The Trump Regime has been wildly successful. No, I’m not joking. Their goal, stated by the now Senate-confirmed OMB Director Russell Vought, HAS BEEN ACHIEVED. The stated goal was to put civil servants “in trauma.” Project 2025 said it out loud. Christian in Name Only? #CINO Duck them all.

I wish I had stock in an inflatable suit company. Shoutout to KATU for live streaming of the weird and non-violent protests. katu.com/news/local/2...

In a shocking turn, the Nobel Peace Prize was NOT awarded to someone who blows up boats in international waters, frees violent mobs who attack the nation, or sends in troops on their own people. Honestly, why would it even be a consideration?

There is a lot going on. Let’s find a little joy. Please share your favorite meme or image related to our effort to #Resist. I will play role of self-appointed judge! Winner gets nothing but recognition! Multiple entries allowed, just respond to your own reply to group them. #FindJoy

Midweek Haiku Furlough! Work, no pay Why don’t we have a budget… Congress derelict. Create the budget After the year has started It makes zero sense. At least pay assured Wait, that law may be ignored Who will stand for us?