I found a fun new way to expose AI bots.

I'm sure that some people find it traumatizing, but the day I realized I was never going to read everything worth reading was absolutely spirit-lifting, plus it gave me permission* to reread things I love a half dozen (or far more, I'm looking at you, Up the Down Staircase) times.

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Every time I hear Cynthia sing Defying Gravity, I get goosebumps. And I mean, every. single. time in the last 3-4 months. #oscars #wicked

Never, ever, ever use AI for anything you are writing, or for any part of your writing. If you would not plagiarize, which you should not, and you should know you should not, do not use the plagiarism machine that is AI. Thanks!

“I think sometimes genre is a code word to keep us in our place as artists, and I just want to encourage people to do what they’re passionate about” - Beyoncé after winning Best Country Album for “Cowboy Carter”

Began this year's awards watch with Wallace and Gromit today. Highly recommend. Next on the list is Inside Out 2. Once I'm done with the rest of the movies in the category, planning on going through the entire Disney/Pixar list.

Yup. Microsoft automatically switched me to the $99.99/year version with Spicy Autocomplete. You have to go all the way through "cancel subscription" to be presented these options and get the $69.99/year one you actually chose.

I read about his abuse last year which was horrifying enough, and I believe this is very graphic. I won't be reading it, but sharing in case people haven't heard of this. You don't have to read it. Just read the replies/quotes. You may want to see if you're still following him on social media.

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Day 23 #ArtAdventCalendar: Pencil sketch of Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor as I get ready for the Christmas Special. #Whosky #art #portrait #sketching #doctorwho #pencilsketch

Me trying to zen out, but also not really, as I process the political news. #birds #rubythroatedhummingbird #migration #summer #photography #nature #nikon #backyardbirding🪶

This new season of Doctor Who looks very promising. Will be counting down the days. #DoctorWho #WhoSky

The tone of the dad's post reminds me of the short story Little Brother by Bruce Holland Rogers, esp. the last sentence by OP as well as the one I quoted. The story is both similar & dissimilar to what's going on here. Wish I could say more, but give it a read. strangehorizons.com/fiction/litt...

Now I think the newspaper may be about The Time hotel, not The Times newspaper. 🧐 I quite liked the episode--very Christmas-sy in spirit. Was hoping Anita (hotel mgr)would join the Doctor later. Now I'm confused if she's caught in a time loop & if the year keeps repeating. #whosky #DoctorWho 🎄

I happened upon Chris McCausland late last month during one of my Youtube rabbit hole journeys. What an inspiration! In awe of his dancing partner too. Those of you who don't get Strictly Come Dancing (UK equivalent of the US DWTS), look up this man and his dances. Absolute joy.

On day 24 #ArtAdventCalendar, I have nothing but gratitude because I got to sketch after a long time. Because #DoctorWho has been my go-to show for comfort & inspiration, I want to end the calendar with this sketch of #NcutiGatwa as Doctor. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate.🎄 #art #whosky 🎨💚❤️

Day 23 #ArtAdventCalendar: Pencil sketch of Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor as I get ready for the Christmas Special. #Whosky #art #portrait #sketching #doctorwho #pencilsketch

Day 22 #ArtAdventCalendar: A Winter Sunrise (acrylic on canvas) One(or perhaps the only) advantage of waking up early to drop off kids at school was getting to see beautiful sunrises. And I feel that the winter ones are always extra special. #art #nature #painting #winter 🎨

Day 20: #ArtAdventCalendar: The Common Kingfisher (color pencil on paper) I believe this was a random request from one of my kids. The image source was from the internet. #art #birdart #birds #nature #sketching #colorpencil 🪶🎨

Day 19 of #ArtAdventCalendar: Goldfinches.(Acrylic on Canvas) I always have a few American goldfinches visiting my backyard during warmer weather, & this pair was among the regular visitors. If sunshine were a bird, it would be the male American goldfinch. #birds #birdart #nature #painting #art 🪶🎨

Day 18 #ArtAdventCalendar: Pastel (on paper) sketch attempt inspired by The Water Lily Pond by Monet. Because I struggle with perfectionism, I'm drawn to the Impressionist style which seems all about capturing the feel of the moment in a very intuitive way. #art #pastels #sketching #nature 🎨🌱

That this image went viral makes me very worried for humanity as a whole. I really hope most of the likes came from bots.

Day 17 #ArtAdventCalendar: The Common Loon (color pencil on paper) #art #birds #nature #sketching #pencil #birdart 🪶🎨

Day 16 #ArtAdventCalendar: Springtime in the Japanese Gardens. Inspired by a pic I took at the Missouri Botanical Gardens during spring break. (acrylic on canvas) #art #nature #painting #travel #spring 🎨🌿🌷🌱

Finished The Fellowship of Puzzle Makers by @samuelburr.bsky.social today. An absolutely delightful story--at times, tugging at my heart and other times, bringing a wide smile. Also this one was extra special for me because I love puzzles, especially crosswords & jigsaws. #BookSky 📚💙 #books

Day 15 of #ArtAdventCalendar features a favorite summer visitor - the ruby-throated hummingbird #birds #art #photography #nature 🪶📷 #nikon

Day 13 #ArtAdventCalendar: A study of Van Gogh's Café Terrace at Night.(pastel on paper) When I first came across Van Gogh's works, I was immediately drawn to the colors. This is a minor attempt at trying to see the colors he saw, one I expect to be a lifelong study at the very least. #art #sketch

Day 11 of #ArtAdventCalendar A familiar summer sight--daisies and hover flies. (Acrylic on canvas) #art #painting #flowers #insects #nature #natureart #naturesky

Missed a few days because of work, but back on the wagon. For Day 10 of #ArtAdventCalendar, a painting of a Spotted Eagle Ray I did for my kid who wanted a marine theme in his room, based on different ocean layers. 🦑🦈 Acrylic on canvas. #art #nature #painting #marinelife #ocean

#BadActorBingo note for the morning: the last few days have seen an increase in accounts that automate "Reply Guys as a service" by pulling random posts and having ChatGPT write a comment that superficially agrees but pivots to trying to start a fight halfway through.

For Day 5 of #ArtAdventCalendar : Springtime in the Prairie-- one for memories of spring gone and hopes for the one coming. Acrylic on Canvas. Inspired by a photo I took at the Morton Arboretum, IL. #art #painting #acrylic #nature #spring

Sharing a brighter picture. Didn't realize the previous one looked dull. Day 3 of #ArtAdventCalendar #Art #painting #music #trumpet #piano

Day 3 of #ArtAdventCalendar: A painting I did for my kid who plays both the trumpet and the piano. (Acrylic on Canvas) #art #music #painting #piano #trumpet

#ArtAdventCalendar peeps, if you are not for AI art, watch for who follows/likes your post unless, of course, you have gone viral & can't keep track. @jayispainting.earthskyart.ca, seeing accts that mention AI/AI art in notifications. Sharing in case you want to let participants/ followers know.

It's a cold grey Monday morning, and I'm missing the sun even more. So for day 2 of #ArtAdventCalendar, here's one of the Sun and the Sea - Acrylic on Canvas, inspired by a warm summer evening by the Mediterranean. #art #nature #travel #painting #sun #sea #summer 🎨

Not surprised Wicked is making $$$ because, in the last 15 or so yrs of movie watching at this theater, I've never seen a movie so booked. Could only get tickets for the next day at 7:30 pm. I knew to expect good acting & singing from the trailers, but the set design & costumes blew me away.

Hello, December! It's #ArtAdventCalendar season. For day 1, here's something colorful & bright. An acrylic on canvas, inspired by a pic I took of this male peacock who was strutting around and showing off for his girl. #birds #birdart #nature #wildlife #art #painting 🪶

Tom Holland x Umbrella rule will be the only constant, even if social media sites change. So yeah. Do your part

For #SnowbirdSaturday, a view outside my kitchen window one snowy day. Presume this is what floating among the (snow) clouds feels like. #treesparrow #birds #photography #nature #snowbirds 🪶🦉

They don't even know the difference between "to" and "too" or "effect" and "affect" but they want to push a few buttons and spit out a paper. FOR WHAT?! The purpose of SCHOOL is to LEARN, not appease a teacher for a meaningless grade. Repeat after me, kids: "AI doesn't think for you!" #EduSky

Getting ready to dive into the food later this evening. Grateful for the birds & all of nature that bring so much joy to many. This year, especially grateful for this place and for peeps old & new. 🪶 Happy Thanksgiving! #birds #birding #photography #nature #hummingbird #bluesky

Looking forward to see all the art that always inspires me as much as I'm excited to share my own. #ArtAdventCalendar countdown begins.

We recently shared Bluesky’s stance on user data and AI training, which has not changed. Bluesky will not train generative AI on user data. bsky.app/profile/bsky...

I see a few that I have read and more that I will be adding to my never-ending to-read list. #somanybooksandsolittletime #storyofmylife #booksky #books 📚

Happy Sunday! Just seeing the sun this morning reminds me of summer & this ruby-throated hummingbird swinging from the perch. Like my visitor, hope you too can kick your feet up today & relax with a book in a hammock or a cozy nook. #birds #birding #nature #photography #backyardbirds 🪶