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Julia L
@calenmir.bsky.social
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SFF/horror #WritingCommunity + #TTRPG writer, pro GM. Wants to make #FriendPromotionFriday happen
Creative writing: https://jklafondwriter.wordpress.com/
GM profile: https://startplaying.games/gm/julia_lafond
Calenmir's RPGs: https://www.calenmirsrpgs.com/
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Julia L @calenmir.bsky.social · Mar 14
It is now #PiDay / #PieDay, so Sweet Dreams is now live!

A #TTRPG module for Apocalypse Keys pits Omen-class monsters against a candy landscape

Links
Calenmir’s RPGs: www.calenmirsrpgs.com/Shop/p/Sweet...
Itch: calenmirs-rpgs.itch.io/Sweet-Dreams
DriveThruRPG: www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/5...
Sweet Dreams. An Apocalypse Keys Mystery from Calenmir's RPGs. The central figure is a bear made of blue gummy candy that is standing on its hind legs, baring its teeth. The Calenmir's RPGs logo, a yellow knight, is in the lower right-hand corner of the cover.
calenmir.bsky.social
Today's thread highlighting people who have reached out for help via Bluesky. 19 today, no bonus posts

1. Wylder: bsky.app/profile/wyld...
December 9, 2025 at 5:26 AM
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haymarketbooks.org
Help us send 2,000 books to readers who are incarcerated this winter through our Books Not Bars program
Books Not Bars For The Holidays
Haymarket Books is committed to making our books available for free to people who are incarcerated. In an effort to support those inside who are dealing with the immense violence of the prison syste...
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December 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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s.qiouyi.lu
oh but also, anyone photosensitive planning to watch WAKE UP DEAD MAN should know that there’s a very intense strobing light scene that happens shortly after the storm scene starts. it was extremely painful for me in the theater
December 9, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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leftistlawyer.com
Landlord lawyer just now: "The purpose of an apartment lease isn't to give housing to people who used to be homeless. It's not to get homeless people off the streets. It's to reward people who have earned the right to live in my client's building."

I may break something.
December 8, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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hazie.bsky.social
Once you are symptomatic it’s too late to protect those around you, let alone yourself.
Mask early, mask often.
December 8, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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oakleafinsignia.games
I wish the ttrpg space took intellectual content from femme creators as seriously as y'all do ideas from cis white men in the space.
December 9, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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friede.bsky.social
I’ve literally asked on more than one occasion “name non-cis-dudes who you would cite as an Authority in this space” and… whew.

It doesn’t help that we’re missing midcareer & elders thanks to the horrors that began a decade+ ago & are still ongoing in games more broadly, & many other griefs.
oakleafinsignia.games Sadie is 🎲 Laying It All on the Line 🎲 @oakleafinsignia.games · 13h
I wish the ttrpg space took intellectual content from femme creators as seriously as y'all do ideas from cis white men in the space.
December 9, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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kyramnelson.bsky.social
Two embroidery pieces I finished this week (for Christmas gifts). Yeah, I've got range.
Embroidery of a black cat in a pink flowerpot surrounded by flowers and plants. Embroidery of the Taco Bell logo with the words "Live Más" beneath it.
December 9, 2025 at 4:05 AM
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anotherindiewriter.com
Fine. I did it.

WOODPUSHER WAS NOMINATED FOR THE 2025 INDIE INK AWARDS IN FOUR CATEGORIES PLEASE LOVE ME. I HAVE EVEN GIVEN YOU A CHOICE OF AWARD BAIT GRAPHICS
Shattered glass over a black background. Pink text at the top reads "Indie Ink Award Nominations". Blue text on the right reads "Side character MVP", "Gay or Lesbian Representation", "LGBTQ+ Representation", "Mental Health Representation". On the left is the cover or Woodpusher by S. Morgan Burbank. It features a pale brown haired woman with her hair in an orange bandana staring at the reader through broken glass. Shattered glass over a black background, except it's terribly done lines made in paint. Hand drawn pink text at the top reads "Indie Ink Award Nominations". Hand drawn blue text on the right reads "Side character MVP", "Gay or Lesbian Representation", "LGBTQ+ Representation", "Mental Health Representation". On the left is the cover or Woodpusher by S. Morgan Burbank. It features a pale brown haired woman with her hair in an orange bandana staring at the reader through broken glass.
December 9, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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kellybarnhill.bsky.social
PSA: if anyone in your life is trying to dissuade you from getting the shingles shot, you should probably assume that person hates you, and wants you to suffer. There is literally no other explanation.

Shingles hurts worse than childbirth. Worse than knee surgery. Worst pain of my life.
naomikritzer.bsky.social Naomi Kritzer @naomikritzer.bsky.social · 19h
I am baffled by this because I have had so many friends with shingles and NONE of them made it sound fun. Not one. A vaccine that made me absolutely miserable for 48 hours would still be a huge improvement over the mildest case of shingles I've heard of. (Also it made me tired for 1 day.)
levin.bsky.social Elana Levin @levin.bsky.social · 23h
All over my FB people talking about their bad experiences with shingles vax and dissuading each other from getting it! We need to give people real info on how to mitigate the symtoms caused by vaccines because vaccines are always better than meeting a virus unprepared. Yet drs aren't coaching ppl
December 9, 2025 at 3:07 AM
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kellywhyte.bsky.social
Want to support trans rights in Aotearoa & get a bunch of cool TTRPGs? The Ban the Ban bundle is raising funds for action against the NZ govt's blocker ban.

Proceeds go to PATHA to fund their court challenge & support individuals. Get it now!

itch.io/b/3421/ban-t...

#transrights #ttrpg #nzpol
Banner that reads: Ban the Ban. TTRPG bundle supporting trans rights, 27 TTRPGs for $20. A judge's gavel is coming down on the second 'ban', trailing a wake in the colours of the trans pride flag. Image by @java-and-art.bsky.social
December 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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princessluna.bsky.social
I’m gotted an raindear in mine advint colindor today. Itse cute enuff, I’m guess butt I’m an bit grumpus today becus of the stress of beeing an cate with adolt rasponsibilities. 3 oute of Sandor’s halpers
“I got a reindeer in my advent calendar today. It’s cute enough, I guess, but I’m a bit grumpy today because of the stress of being a cat with adult responsibilities. Three out of Santa’s helpers. “ Tuxedo cat lying on a bed with a slightly grumpy expression on her face, next to her is a Lego mini figure dressed up as a reindeer with a cookie in its hand.
December 9, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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coachgowron.com
Recall a time when someone came to your aid, stood up for you, showed you an unexpected kindness. Hold on to those memories, for they are dear. Strive every day to make someone else feel the way you did in that moment.
December 9, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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organizingpower.bsky.social
Lawyer here. Friendly legal advice: if your homeowner’s insurance company discovers you failed to disclose a wild cat lives in your home, and that wild cat eats a guest’s face, your policy won’t cover it.
rodger.bsky.social Rodger Sherman @rodger.bsky.social · 13h
just watched a few dozen videos from the TikTok account of the people who own a caracal cat which very clearly should not be a pet and wants to kill them (every video is like this)
December 9, 2025 at 3:38 AM
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machineheart.bsky.social
This December, I wanted to give back to the TTRPG community, so I reached out to a few creators I admire and offered to translate their games into my native language, Brazilian Portuguese.

And guess what? The first two games are already available for download on my Ko-Fi, and they're 100% free!
December 8, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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tressiemcphd.bsky.social
www.vox.com/policy/46963...
What happens when a city takes women’s unpaid work seriously?
Bogotá’s radical experiment in caregiving is going global.
www.vox.com
December 8, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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clairewillett.bsky.social
listen

we can all agree it's a misleading name

but for none of the "ooh we're so traditionalist" "oooh we're the only ones correctly interpreting ancient doctrine" Catholics in this administration to know that the Feast of the Immaculate Conception is about MARY being born without sin is banoonies
kevjg.bsky.social Kevin @kevjg.bsky.social · 22h
ok it’s legitimately funny that they can’t even throw red meat to Catholics without falling into heresy
= The WHITE HOUSE In one of the most profound and consequential acts of history, Mary heroically accepted God's will with trust and humility: "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word." Mary's decision forever altered the course of humanity. Nine months later, God became man when Mary gave birth to a son, Jesus, who would go on to offer his life on the Cross for the redemption of sins and the salvation of the world.
December 9, 2025 at 4:44 AM
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mplsnightmayor.bsky.social
The Thing (1982, John Carpenter)
A golden retriever holding an octopus in its mouth, so it looks like tentacles
December 9, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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violetblue.bsky.social
@o-bel.bsky.social is a treasure, worth every click
covidactionnz.bsky.social Aotearoa Covid Action @covidactionnz.bsky.social · 13h
"Some may be navigating how to ask for precautions from reluctant family members in order to attend holiday gatherings, while some may be experiencing dread around turning down invitations to events they're not comfortable attending."

www.oliviabelknaptherapy.com/post/navigat...
Navigating Holidays While COVID Conscious
Phrases for the COVID conscious community to use when navigating precautions for holiday gatherings
www.oliviabelknaptherapy.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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luckytran.com
The Northeast Public Health Collaborative and West Coast Health Alliance have issued statements that continue to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns.

It's encouraging that regional health alliances are stepping up to counter disinformation spread by federal health agencies.
Statement from the Northeast Public Health Collaborative: The Northeast Public Health Collaborative (“the Collaborative”) has reviewed the relevant scientific literature and medical professional guidance related to the hepatitis B vaccine among newborns. The Collaborative continues to recommend that all newborns receive a hepatitis B vaccine birth dose within 24 hours of delivery. Newborns born to birth parents who test positive for hepatitis B infection or have an unknown status should be vaccinated within 12 hours of birth. Additionally, all children should complete the full vaccination series within 18 months. These recommendations align with the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule and reflect a consensus statement from the Northeast Public Health Collaborative. We hope the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) will join us in these recommendations. We encourage the public to consult with qualified health care professionals and clinicians and rely on trusted medical sources when making decisions about their health or the health of their children. We also urge caution in sharing or acting on unverified health claims. The Northeast Public Health Collaborative is a voluntary coalition of public health agencies working together to share expertise, improve coordination, enhance capacity, strengthen regional readiness, and protect evidence-based public health in our jurisdictions. The West Coast Health Alliance, CDPH, and Leading National Medical Organizations Continue to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccination for Newborns December 5, 2025 NR25-022 WCHA disagrees with CDC’s Advisory Committee’s change to decades-long vaccine recommendation that has reduced pediatric Hepatitis B infections by 99 percent What You Need to Know: Hepatitis B is a highly infectious virus that attacks the liver and can cause serious illness and death. The hepatitis B vaccination is an effective way to prevent infection and its complications. New ACIP recommendations could lead to more children and adults getting liver disease and liver cancer.​​ SACRAMENTO – The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) strongly supports that hepatitis B vaccination continue to be routinely offered to all newborns, with the first dose of the vaccine given within 24 hours of birth for newborns weighing at least 2,000 grams (4 pounds, 7 ounces), followed by completion of the vaccine series. This recommendation aligns with trusted national medical organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics​, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists​, and the Infectious Diseases Society of America.​
December 9, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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wylder.bsky.social
Warning to my fellow traumatized folk:

The Mouse Cartoon commercial floating around gets dark. Its a good commercial, but protect your mental health because its a bit horrifying.
December 9, 2025 at 4:56 AM
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broadwaybabyto.bsky.social
Amazon workers in Quebec unionized, so Amazon closed all their fulfillment centres in the province.

7 centres shut down. Almost 2,000 people out of work.

This is a massive violation of labour rights.

It’s also an excellent reason to boycott Amazon.
December 9, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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qapguild.bsky.social
OPENING DAY! 🎉🌈

The Queer Actual Play Guild is a TTRPG Actual Play space focused on connecting, supporting, and promoting the work of LGBTQIA+ creators. In addition, The Queer Actual Play Guild provides a welcoming and safe space for show audiences to engage with one another.

discord.gg/n8qsmtDCUj
Join the The Queer Actual Play Guild Discord Server!
The Queer Actual Play Guild is a TTRPG Actual Play space focused on connecting, supporting, and promoting the work of LGBTQIA+ creators. In addition, The Queer Actual Play Guild provides a welcoming a...
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December 8, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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manystorgapod.bsky.social
So, we begin a new one shot. With a new system, run by a new GM for the podcast! Final Fantasy TTRPG: Legend Edition is a fan project made by @mildrathemonk.bsky.social. Sleeping Heart of the Garden is a system-neutral pastoral fantasy adventure by @cloudcurio.bsky.social.
FF TTRPG LE Sleeping Heart of the Garden Part 01 by Many Stories Many Games
So, we begin a new one shot. With a new system, run by a new GM for the podcast! Final Fantasy TTRPG: Legend Edition is a fan project made by Mildra the Monk. Sleeping Heart of the Garden is a system-...
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December 8, 2025 at 4:49 AM
calenmir.bsky.social
Today's thread highlighting people who have reached out for help via Bluesky. 15 today, no bonus posts

1. Farahat: bsky.app/profile/drfa...
December 8, 2025 at 5:51 AM