I found a lot of pretty things in my yard today. The dog was brought here by a neighborhood cat, who I can only assume was showing him the crazy lady who will always give out treats and cuddles. #bloomscrolling #dogs

St. Louis showed big love to its international community this weekend at the Race For Refugees. Even my "stereotypical" husband put a bib on. #running

We supported runners at the Ozark Foothills Endurance Runs this weekend! If you are looking for a tough Midwest course, this one will chew you up and spit you out..but you are gonna have a great time! #trailrunning #ultrarunning

"Fine! We can hold hands, but no cuddling!!" Even cranky old dogs can't resist Chickie. #cats. #dogs

What is this "unsanitary" you speak of? #caturday

Mom left her with us last summer, but checks in every morning to make sure she is okay. #cats

The Midwest is doing all of the things today. Erratic weather with a side of spectacular. #flowers #bloomscrolling

Being a race volunteer is awesome. I did gave cookies to every kid who walked up and asked for one, as we were set up next to a playground. #ultrarunning

Misunderstood Nina. Definitely not the most spoiled girl in the history of spoiled girls. #catsofbluesky

Some things are just as much fun as they sound. #skate

Apparently my ass doing squats is stronger than these two horses. #runsky

This crap right here is exactly why I will not make it past day one in my upcoming backyard ultra. Stupid DNF machines ruining my life with their incessant purrs. #cats #ultrarunning

I finally got 1/4 of my kids to try a trail run today. This is the best possible start to 2026. Happy New Year!

Illinois and Missouri trails: pay attention or eat shit. I am apparently a fan of the latter, as i am known for going home bloody. #trailrunning

This sign is 2 Legit.

Life is pretty great. Generally speaking. #trailrunning

I’ve been getting a lot of ultramarathon content on my algo lately and I actually appreciate it because I’ve learned that 1) like 30% of most ultras is walking/hiking, not actually running, 2) none of these people are fuckable fitness people, they have no toenails and their nips are just callouses

My daughter threw a surprise gender reveal party. For Scotty's baby. In an MPreg fan fic she wrote. I have the best life. #startrek

The pickle fountain at Watershed Endurance Run was glorious. #ultrarunning

Everyone deserves this kind of love. Spot and Chicken have the kind of purity that comes from always having a full belly and a safe place to sleep. #catsofbluesky

I get the best visitors. #butterflies

My most recent rescue is a real heartbreaker. Infected wounds, giardia, FIV. And so sweet even my reactive demon dogs want to save him. #catsofbluesky

Running in the free state of Illinois in the swampiest of swamp ass summers is still the best thing ever. #trailrunning #runsky

Kudos to the athletes at the Lake Springfield Triathlon! Every one of them thanked us for coming out. Most took the time to find the trash can. Vibes were amazing! #triathlon

This is Mortimer, and he is just lovely.

Chicken does everything and regrets nothing. I must strive to be like Chicken. #cats

The face of the person who dropped 11 miles into a 10O mile race because her body said "No, thank you." My very first DNF. I usually just start laughing when everything goes to shit, but this time felt kinda serious kinda early. Awesome race, tho. 10/10. #ultrarunning #trailrunning

Surprisingly high turnout in the maga/corn part of Illinois. #nokings

Ready to go in rural Illinois! They aren't ready for this Trekkie.

I have gone full Illinois. I have conversations with my corn about how pretty my corn is. Corn is not a flex. Someone should probably come get me before Al Jourgensen shows up at my door to take away my goth card. #gardening

My friends Lily and Loosestrife have entered the group chat. They have a lot to say. #garden #bloomscrolling #flowers

I will be neglecting all indoor activities until further notice.

Quincy Doggy Paddlers vs Alton River Dragons. Prospect League foam finger shenanigans. #baseball

"There are no bad pictures. That's just how your face looks sometimes." - Abraham Lincoln I would have loved this dude. #Illinois #history #quotes

Horseflies, ticks, mosquitos and snakes. It may be hot, but don't trust our lakes. #illinois #trailrunning #nature

Slobber ball is too a real sport. #dogsofbluesky

Alton, Illinois ... near St. Louis, Missouri: www.ksdk.com/article/news...

"I believe a pot of mint tea with my croissant would be lovely, thank you." #cats #catsofbluesky

Boot and Books Club. I have been waiting my whole life for this! @shelbyvanpelt.bsky.social would appreciate the attention to detail (Remarkably Bright Creatures was our selection - a perfect read for such a thing). #booksky #hiking #bookclub

Galena Sky Trail Race was breathtaking. Illinois at it's finest. #running #trailrunning

I wake up every morning admiring my yard like I've never seen a flower before. Apparently 49 is a good age for adding one more thing to be a dork about. #garden #bloomscrolling

I call this guy "Stinky" because we can smell him from inside the house. #bloomscrolling #garden #rose

I love the Saint Louis Zoo. Absolutely the best time every time.

"I'll be your shotgun rider 'till the day I die." -Beyonce (from the very quoteable Cowboy Carter) #dogs #cats #musicsky

The best parents I have ever met. Happy #caturday to all! #catsofbluesky

In honor of our President Pope, and more new names for stuff, I would like to introduce my Eagle FishMouth Victory Flowers. America is so back. #bloomscrolling

Illinois. Mountains, prairie, cornfield, another cornfield, some weird desert stuff, soy bean field, neat river town, ostrich farm, cornfield, big friggin hills, cornfield ..WELL DONE!

I am so proud of this kid, who is already tired of my "war fighter" jokes. It takes a strong person to take that oath during difficult times, knowing full well how it might turn out. #armymom

Not a tattoo person, but Springfield, Illinois street art has me thinking about it.