"Sometimes she cries because things are so beautiful and we keep messing them up. Because the world doesn't have to be so terrifying. That's on people, not the world." That line from Sunrise on the Reaping hit like a gut punch. This book is reminding me why I love The Hunger Games series so much.

I know "who's this clown" is the ultimate insult, but for layered insults with many different implications I'm quite fond of "well, YOU haven't changed since Livejournal".

Just as a reminder, there are so many other books to read that don’t fund the hatred of innocent trans people. Grow up and move on.

Post a witch!

My stupid dog got into the stupid trash and got some stupid garbage stuck in his stupid stomach. We're about $8500 in to diagnostics and surgery. This dog is my fucking heart and I'm a broke-ass artist. Prior aid has been added to the total as an offline donation. gofund.me/1d1f9b712

Every day I find myself bemused by people who act like they're waiting for an official announcement in the press that the US has decided to do a fascism now. Like authorities are gathered around a giant mad scientist switch between Democracy and Fascism, just waiting to throw the lever.

This story is so important to me, especially as a disabled child who is at the doorway of stepping into a caregiver role with my parent. I saw myself in it in so many ways. Beautifully written and haunting in many different ways- a lovely exploration. Highly recommended!

Tooth and Claw was so good, sat down and finished it after a very long day. I need more books that are Period Social Dramas But Dragons.

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- A Dark Song - Behind The Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon - Trick 'R Treat - Prey (if it counts as horror) Honorable mention to Paranormal Activity 2 if Prey doesn't count- I gave myself an awful jumpscare remembering the kitchen scene once and fell off the couch, no lie.

I have freshly done nails and packed a bag of trail mix for a morning snack. Every time I bite down on a banana chip I am certain I just bit through my nail and panic. I have not bit through my nails once- but there are a lot of banana chips in this dang trail mix. Anxiety is so ridiculous.

it's that time of year, it's time to get your flu and covid booster shot unless you're from massachusetts then it's time for your flu and covid borcester shot

Follow up mammogram today. Worst case scenario, I get insurance covered top surgery and a sweet new hair cut or the tits are in fact not a ticking time bomb and either way I win.

Sitting with the quote “Climate change will manifest as a series of disasters viewed through phones with footage that gets closer and closer to where you live until you're the one filming it.” Thinking about how it also relates to gun violence, as my nibling's school was locked down due to a threat.

Craig Johnson reads Jo Walton's words: "Bon Agornin writhed on his deathbed, his wings beating as if he would fly to his new life in his old body." Me:

I could start one of the many, many new titles on my TBR list, but if I'm honest the siren song of rereading Jo Walton's "Tooth And Claw" two months before my typical holiday reread is getting harder and harder to ignore. Perhaps I'll just...re-download the audiobook and listen while I'm knitting...

Home is where the manicure supplies live.

Flying home after three weeks at Mom's. Can feel the immediate mental shift away from dutiful youngest daughter mode. I'm so very tired. It's a good tired, but I'm ready to rest and take care of myself now.

Because I absolutely love this book: An incomplete study of @wiswell.bsky.social's Wearing the Lion without context, gif edition, in no particular order (a thread).

Just called myself. Having been a Netflix customer since 2010, with that platform being a big part of movie nights with dear friends, I surprised myself with how ready I was to cancel my subscription. There's no money in my budget for cowards who capitulate to demands like this.

Hi! Currently available for book covers, ttrpg projects, posters, album art, private commissions, etc. 🖤

My writing career summed up in one image:

I don't know why I had to make this, but I had to make this.

We are thrilled to announce that our NEW Large Language Model will be released on 11.18.25.

The best part of vacation is traveling with friends. Since I couldn't teleport @wiswell.bsky.social to Scottsdale with me I visited the Scottsdale Library and found a great vacation reread that happens to be written by one of my favorite people. Cheers to the Mustang branch for having it!

This story is so fantastic, gave me chills. A future that feels all too possible, that I'm so keen to avoid. Beautiful written.

Hi Internet! I'm Drew and THIS IS MY FACE. If this GIF has ever brought you joy in the past, I humbly ask you to consider making a donation to the National MS Society. It would mean a lot to me and to those I know affected by the disease! Donate at blinkingguy.com

Discovered the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi this week. I'm mostly agnostic these days, but what a beautiful message to take out into the world as we move through it. Sitting with these words in my heart today.

Thanks, I love it.

Leaf blowers at 6am and a migraine to go with. Fun way to start the morning...

I know antifa isn't a real organization because I don't get 40 texts a week from them asking for donations.

My relationship with the faith I was raised in currently is complicated at best, but it's my favorite holiday. L'Shana Tova and wishes for a sweet new year to those who celebrate. May we welcome in a new year of peace, compassion, and love. 🍯🍎

I hate unboxing videos. HOWEVER, I am a CARTOONIST. So.

"Some believe it is only great power that can hold evil in check. But that is not what I have found. It is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keep the darkness at bay. Small acts of kindness and love."

Folks, you can't report the United States to its manager. There's no superhero coming to save us. We don't need one giant act of heroism. We need millions of small acts of solidarity. Help one person in your community for nothing in return. Then, do it again. And again. That's the revolution.

Included among 1931 Dracula's Children of the Night: armadillos, opossums, a bee with a little bee coffin. Dracula is adorable.

Today started with a trip to urgent care and a tetanus shot. Sounds far more dramatic than it was, but consider this your reminder from your friendly neighborhood librarian to make sure your vaccinations are up to date.

Going to be away visiting my mom for three weeks. Starting The Girl From Greenwich Street for my first vacation read because it's the book club pick at her place. A break from my usual picks but looking forward to trying something new!

Today at the library, while leading an all ages art activity, I watched a grown man sincerely ask his phone AI assistant what color red and green make. This is...concerning.

As an elder millennial, the Gen z finger hearts have long eluded me- but today I succeed!

I tried a new flavor of fruit pie today, and liked it so much I wrote the company a nice note letting them know that they make a tasty product. They sent me a nice note back! I'm going to try telling people/companies good job more often, that set a really lovely and pleasant tone to my day.

Unveiling the cover for THE DRAGON HAS SOME COMPLAINTS! Garrodigh is a curmudgeonly three-headed dragon who pretends to be tame so he can eat for free at the local dragon-riding academy. Unfortunately, the rider he's assigned to is... a lot. Coming Summer 2026 from DAW (US) and Arcadia (UK)!

Wishing the happiest of birthdays to one of my favorite people! It's been more than two decades of knowing @wiswell.bsky.social and it's an honor to call such a kind, empathetic, creative, funny, talented person my friend. You deserve the world, buddy! Congratulations on another trip around the sun.

"Pat, why do you carry that ridiculous 600mm lens on long hikes?" Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.

Nearly finished with Suzanne Collins' "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." I enjoy novels with unlikeable protagonists because when done well, it shines a light on how thin their excuses and justifications are. This book does it well. Boggled at how people come out of this with sympathy for Snow.

Therapist: "So this week, I want you to stay curious about when you feel hypervigilant." Me: "Absolutely, I'll keep a super sharp eye out, pay really close attention to signs-" Therapist: "...no."

Finished Rivers Solomon's "An Unkindness Of Ghosts" last night and I'm still sitting with the ending. Gruelingly optimistic- the kind of book that reminds me that hope has blood on its knuckles. Going to carry Aster's story with me for a long time, absolutely beautiful from start to finish.

Me when I use the tools my therapist suggests might make me feel better, and they work to make me feel better.