That one person can drag us into a war without consulting or even notifying Congress, or our allies, or fully explaining to the American people why this is necessary, is absolutely bonkers. Reminder that Congress has the power to stop all of this. Where the hell are they?

One weird trick to fix the continual madness: Impeach tRump

Trump’s Attack on Venezuela Is Illegal and Unwise Gift article from The New York Times. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/03/o...

Can Men Help the Climate by Eating Less Meat? - sentientmedia.org/can-men-help...

I spent most of the day scribbling out notes to frame a presentation into a cohesive thread. And now I'm spending all evening working on just the title slide. This is why I start with pen and paper before I open up PowerPoint. Frame the story before getting into the tech. #PresentationSkills

Sometimes you just need a tiny, adorable cliff chipmunk in your feed. #AxelCanyonCritters

I was so excited to see this white-nosed coatimundi backyard that I named him Carl. Carl has appeared the past 3 days. Today he made short work of the bird feeders. Carl is not welcome any more. #donotfeedthewildlife #AxelCanyonCritters

Happy New Year! Here’s to fresh starts, curious minds, and finding better ways to share what we know. Thanks for following along with Luci’s adventures — and the ideas I share here. Let’s see what 2026 brings. - Jami & Little Luci

For beginners, it can be difficult to know what to put in alt text, as well as when alt text is needed and when it isn't. This decision tree from W3C helps you determine what to do, based on specific situations. www.w3.org/WAI/tutorial...

My Speech Geek Partner, @theevareid.bsky.social, and I are here to help you get a jump on your professional development skills for 2026! levelupmyskills.com/webinars

End of day sun rays.

"I can't afford to support my favorite author right now, I—" Reviews. Reviews are free AND they are a gift to authors that can keep on giving (i.e., exposure, marketing, algo boosts, etc.) Please, give the gift of reviews to your authors this holiday season. It really can make a difference!

This is what every institution he threatens with frivolous defamation suits should be doing

Elf off the shelf. Eggnog flowing. Mistletoe strategically placed. Little Luci wishes you a joyful Christmas Eve with good company, laughter, and zero regrets.

Betty Reid Soskin, the National Park Service’s oldest ranger, has died. She was 104.

AAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH

I'm so confused - Trump admin has made it clear they don't like Federal Employees yet they now granted them 2 additional holidays - Christmas Eva and the day after Christmas. Is this an attempt at buying their loyalty? Won't work.

This was found in the batch of Epstein files the DOJ released today.

am I the only one that sees "Best" as a sign off and things someone is really saying "Bless your heart" in the way that southern folk mean it.

Got bumped from a speaking engagement. I sort of saw this coming, but I wish they had been more upfront with me. On the other hand, now I have a great outline for a presentation on communicating with data. Maybe I'll turn it into a free webinar. #makinglemonadeoutoflemons

Stand up for natural habitat, dark skies, and wildlife! Oppose the new border wall projects. The proposed border wall projects will sever the remaining corridors for endangered jaguars and ocelots. #Stopthemadness #Resist skyislandalliance.org/2025/12/oppo...

So much time setting up and configuring a website because I don't want to pay for a monthly subscription to a service that can probably do everything I need. #soloprenuer

I can barely contain my excitement! A white-nosed coatimundi! #AxelCanyonCritters

In my #DataViz workshops, I often teach that Fonts have feelings. Calibri: "FU Rubio" Times New Roman: "I'm too old for this shit."

If AI can do everything for us then why are we even here?

a few interesting holiday facts. (I really wanted to write "fun facts" but that just seemed too morbid).

Hope to see you there! And if you enjoyed last week's fun with my #dataviz assistant, #LittleLuci, use the code ILOVELUCI when you register to receive her special discount! levelupmyskills.com/dataviz

Last day of Luci Takeover Week! Final lesson: Your chart’s job is to show the insight, not hide it. Guide the eye. Write a clear title. Highlight the important part. (Teal is obviously the important part.) #DataViz #LittleLuci LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz

It’s Font Day with Little Luci! Jami says Comic Sans is a crime in charts… but I’m a comic, so I get a pass. Typography tips: design with intent, use 1–2 fonts max, and keep things readable. Fonts reflect the mood of your work. Serious subject = serious font. LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz

#Florida Wildlife hater Governor Ron DeSantis approved this slaughter... For the first time in 10 years, the three-week black bear hunting season will open statewide this weekend. 😭 #WhatsWrongWithFlorida #HuntingIsSoulless 👇 www.wfla.com/news/florida...

It's Color Day with Little Luci! Jami says I can't use ALL the colors of the rainbow in one chart. Rude. Apparently color needs purpose and contrast, not a rainbow of Skittles. Fine. But the teal stays. What's your fav palette? I need ideas before Jami locks me out. LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz

Good data deserves better visuals. Our Data Visualization Essentials workshop (Dec 9) shows you simple, practical ways to make your charts, maps, dashboards, and presentations clearer and more compelling. Join us: LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz #DataViz #VisualAnalytics #GIS #PresentationSkills

Some of you think I’m A.I. 🤖🤣 Friends, please — I was illustrated, not generated. Jami and I teach design thinking in the DataViz Essentials workshop. We talk fonts, color, balance, all the good stuff. Today’s tip: If your chart feels cluttered… it is. LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz

Okay, it's official - Little Luci here is in charge this week and I don't have time to waste! First order of business is bringing back Early Bird pricing on the #DataViz Essentials workshop for Cyber Week! Check it out here >> levelupmyskills.com/dataviz Tip: email subscribers get an extra discount

SURPRISE! Little Luci here — Jami’s #DataViz sidekick. Can you believe she trusted me with the account password?! A mistake she may soon regret... but I’m in charge now!

I find myself with an extra copy of the brand new, 10th anniversary edition of Storytelling With Data. One lucky attendee at my next Data Visualization Essentials workshop (on Dec 9) will win my extra copy! LevelUpMySkills.com/dataviz @levelupmyskills.bsky.social #DataViz @womeningis.bsky.social

Did you know that writing and drawing with pen and paper activate parts of the brain tied to creativity and problem solving? Slowing down helps me think better. That's why my desk is filled with notebooks and scraps of paper where I've scribbled ideas and sketched out projects. #GoAnalog

why is it called 'one time code' when I'm asked for it every single time I log in?

I can't believe I just hit the "Download and Install" button for ArcGIS Pro 3.6.0 -- I typically wait until at least a few bugs are squashed and it's like version 3.6.2. Anyone else made the jump? if so, what features made it worth it for you? #GISChat geospatialtraining.com/whats-new-in...

Through Hunters Helping the Hungry, hunters can donate wild game meat to neighbors in need. I commend NMDGF, Roadrunner, Food Depot, Honest Processing, and Padilla’s Meat Cutting and Processing for thinking outside the box and finding a way to help.

Imagine, if you will, that NASA updated its website to suggest gravity might not exist, prompting CalTech and CERN to release statements saying, "With great sadness, we can no longer recommend listening to NASA." This is what's happening in epidemiology.

Can confirm, they were on by default. I have opted out. I'm so sick of "AI" being shoved in my face. This AI "smart features" fad is going to crash at some point, right?

Stop center-justifying paragraphs.

Our swimming bear made the @skyislandalliance.org #FotoFauna highlight real - the cover image and the bear foot later in this reel of fun fauna fotos: youtu.be/I-BEG00NC_8?...

What makes a workshop truly unforgettable? Insights that stick and results that show, of course! Our workshops are designed to give you the skills you need to succeed. Level up your #DataViz skills at our next Data Visualization Essentials workshop. levelupmyskills.com/dataviz #DataStorytelling

Looking forward to teaching the Data Visualization Essentials workshop in a few weeks and check out the other great workshops coming up! Great time to build your skills for 2026 and beyond! Subscribe to the email list to get a subscriber-only discount! levelupmyskills.com/subscribe #LevelUp

Great piece by @karenattiah.bsky.social "Jamal Khashoggi Will Haunt Mohammed Bin Salman Forever " open.substack.com/pub/karenatt...

Just noticed that Amazon has a limited time deal on my book, GIS for Dummies: amzn.to/4iGhayd I have no idea how long it will last, but if you've been thinking about getting a copy for yourself or a friend, now is a great time to do so! #GISChat