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Carrie Classon

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Carrie Classon is a nationally syndicated columnist, writer, and performer who champions the idea that it is never too late to reinvent oneself in unexpected and fulfilling ways. Her debut novel, Loon Point, will be released by Lake Union in February 2026.

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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 23h

"He plays in front of an open archway and crowds gather outside while the restaurant patrons listen inside."

From "Getting Better" in The Postscript this week, syndicated by Andrews McMeel Universal. #postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #casadelossoleshotel #davidmendozacomposer

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 1d

An ofrenda is a traditional altar set for Día de los Muertos. The ofrenda is decorated with personal items, favorite foods, and symbolic objects like photographs, marigolds, and water.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #calavera #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 2d

It's still a day before the Day of the Dead, but the party is already in full swing!
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky#diadelosmuertos #streetsatnight #dayofthedead #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 3d

Halloween didn't used to be big in Mexico, but it sure is now. This whole family is in costume, even the dog, who's pulling the cart!
#postscript #sanmiguel #doglove #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead #mexico #halloween

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 4d

The live flowers decorating the doors in preparation for Day of the Dead are just unbelievably beautiful. I don't know how they keep them looking so lovely for so long.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #fallflowers #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 5d

Preparations are underway! The Day of the Dead is coming.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #calavera #diadelosmuertos #streetsatnight #dayofthedead #mexico

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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 6d

So, I've had this fantasy: After a book was ready to send on its way, I wanted to take a day to read it through, in hard copy, in a coffee shop. Today and I did, and tomorrow The Turnip House is on its way!
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #writinglife #publishing #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 9d

This burro is ready for a wedding party! (It's a pretty easy gig, as far as burro work goes.)
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 10d

I was walking and made a cat friend! She didn't want to let me go so I had two passing teenagers take a picture of us. Then all three of us pet the cat until she decided we could leave. ❤😻
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #catlove #streetsatnight #childlesscatlady #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 11d

Mariachi in front of the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. Every night. ❤
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #streetsatnight #mariachi

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 12d

So, this is one of the things I love about Mexico. Yes, those are decorative skeletons and, yes, those are real coffins. Everyone decorates for the season. Why should the funeral home be an exception?
#mexico #dayofthedead #diadelosmuertos #writersofbluesky #andrewsmcmeel #sanmiguel #postscript

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 15d

So, how is this for a perfect Sunday? Lunch at our hotel, Casa de los Soles, while David Mendoza plays, surrounded by a thousand suns and eating fabulous salmon! I honestly don't know how it gets any better than this!
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #casadelossoleshotel

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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 16d

On my nightly walk. I usually post photos of the bustling downtown scenes, but there is this side of San Miguel too.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #streetsatnight #mexico

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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 17d

A little cafe music for your enjoyment. Just another night in San Miguel.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 18d

The obligatory first night photo. Yes, it's still there.
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #streetsatnight #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 19d

Here I am, back in San Miguel de Allende, walking down the street on a normal day. So happy!
#postscript #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #mexico

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 21d

Felix and his mouse are ready to go to
Mexico!
#postscript #sanmiguel #andrewsmcmeel
#writersofbluesky #catlove

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 21d

One last walk around the neighborhood before we take off for Mexico tomorrow. I'm telling you, folks around here are ready for Halloween!
#postscript #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #calavera #minnesota #stpaul #fallflowers #halloween

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 21d

"Possibly it is our subconscious daring us to deal with the scariest thing we can come up with, just to see how we do. Our dreams are little tests to see how we would do in terrible situations."

From "Strange Dreams" in The Postscript, syndicated by Andrews McMeel.
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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 22d

What a fun day! I got to celebrate my amazing mom's 90th birthday at my sister's house with more than 30 guests. And yes, I know how lucky I am!
#postscript #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #cakeart #minnesota #familylove

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 23d

I don't need to tell you that Halloween is serious business around here!
#oldhouses #streetsatnight #halloween #stpaul #minnesota #writersofbluesky #andrewsmcmeel #postscript #calavera

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 24d

This house doesn't need to decorate for Halloween. It is Halloween!
#oldhouses #streetsatnight #halloween #fallflowers #stpaul #minnesota #writersofbluesky #andrewsmcmeel #postscript

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 25d

I just discovered this yard today. Talk about next level Halloween skills! I think I might need to organize a Halloween garden tour.
#postscript #doglove #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #calavera #minnesota #fallflowers #halloween

Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 26d

So, this is easily the chillest skeleton in the hood. He's just hanging out, waiting for Halloween!
#postscript #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #calavera #minnesota #stpaul #halloween

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Carrie Classon @carrieclasson.bsky.social · 27d

I am in love with this Halloween doggie family!
#postscript #doglove #andrewsmcmeel #writersofbluesky #minnesota #stpaul #signsoffall #halloween