Crewman Six, Snack Viking
@crewmansix.bsky.social
Schrodinger's Queer 🏳️🌈 She/They.
Recovering academic, hot mess.
I write and I make things.
#SmallMagics #Poetry #KoFiShop
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Recovering academic, hot mess.
I write and I make things.
#SmallMagics #Poetry #KoFiShop
Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/crewmansix
Wishlist: https://throne.me/crewmansix
Website: https://crewmansixrants.wordpress.com/
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I write poetry, I'm working on my next big writing project, I sell my craft goodies, and I do writing prompts over at my KoFi page.
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I write poetry, I'm working on my next big writing project, I sell my craft goodies, and I do writing prompts over at my KoFi page.
Plus cat pics!
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"ACT UP worked because America worked. I’m not sure we expected that, even as we hoped for it. It taught me that everything that is marginal and powerful in American life eventually becomes central...
November 27, 2025 at 2:58 AM
"ACT UP worked because America worked. I’m not sure we expected that, even as we hoped for it. It taught me that everything that is marginal and powerful in American life eventually becomes central...
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IMO the weird exception some supposed leftists seem to make for condemning-the-theft-of-labor-except-art-lol-steal-that-shit is just a weird intersection with puritan "if you enjoy yourself, it's not a real job" brainworms.
"fun" job = member of the leisure class (ROFL) = fair game. Somehow.
"fun" job = member of the leisure class (ROFL) = fair game. Somehow.
Honestly, people calling creators the "petite bourgeoisie" makes me want to snap.
We're working folk. And we work really hard. For next to nothing.
We're not lounging around eating bonbons. We're trying to figure out how we're going to be able to pay rent next month.
We're working folk. And we work really hard. For next to nothing.
We're not lounging around eating bonbons. We're trying to figure out how we're going to be able to pay rent next month.
November 27, 2025 at 2:56 AM
IMO the weird exception some supposed leftists seem to make for condemning-the-theft-of-labor-except-art-lol-steal-that-shit is just a weird intersection with puritan "if you enjoy yourself, it's not a real job" brainworms.
"fun" job = member of the leisure class (ROFL) = fair game. Somehow.
"fun" job = member of the leisure class (ROFL) = fair game. Somehow.
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Important note from a trusted org re: holiday travel via LGA in NYC for people at risk of detention by ICE.
🚨 COMMUNITY ALERT🚨
At LaGuardia Airport, there are several rumored and one confirmed ICE arrest of domestic travelers.
If you are at risk of detention or not sure, exercise caution while traveling. Make a safety plan in case of detention and consult an immigration attorney.
At LaGuardia Airport, there are several rumored and one confirmed ICE arrest of domestic travelers.
If you are at risk of detention or not sure, exercise caution while traveling. Make a safety plan in case of detention and consult an immigration attorney.
November 27, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Important note from a trusted org re: holiday travel via LGA in NYC for people at risk of detention by ICE.
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have very little to say about nuzzi other than the fact that if she loves/loved RFK Jr so much, she's almost certainly a racist eugenicist in addition to being one of the most ethically damaged journalists of the century
November 27, 2025 at 2:24 AM
have very little to say about nuzzi other than the fact that if she loves/loved RFK Jr so much, she's almost certainly a racist eugenicist in addition to being one of the most ethically damaged journalists of the century
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The first 4 decades of my life the top GOP platform item was the spread/defense of democracy globally.
Now its literally just Trump fealty.
Very weird.
Now its literally just Trump fealty.
Very weird.
It's not just that the United States has stopped trying to promote liberal democratic ideas internationally. It's that the United States is actively trying to promote the contrary. It's trying to turn more countries into Hungary.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/26/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/26/u...
U.S. to Press Europe and Other Allies on ‘Mass Migration,’ Document Says
www.nytimes.com
November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
The first 4 decades of my life the top GOP platform item was the spread/defense of democracy globally.
Now its literally just Trump fealty.
Very weird.
Now its literally just Trump fealty.
Very weird.
He can't be bothered to be aware of ANYTHING reporters ask him about. Not even enough to offer an infuriatingly mealy-mouthed Republican talking point.
How much work does it take to maintain that much wilful ignorance?
How much work does it take to maintain that much wilful ignorance?
Speaker 'barely holding it together' and 'crushed by his workload': NYT
Speaker 'barely holding it together' and 'crushed by his workload': NYT
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) made several revealing admissions about the stressful and chaotic nature of his job, according to a recent New York Times report.The Times' Annie Karni wrote in a Wednesday article that Johnson turned what was meant to be an easy interview with a friendly podcast h...
bit.ly
November 27, 2025 at 2:29 AM
He can't be bothered to be aware of ANYTHING reporters ask him about. Not even enough to offer an infuriatingly mealy-mouthed Republican talking point.
How much work does it take to maintain that much wilful ignorance?
How much work does it take to maintain that much wilful ignorance?
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Last zoom workshop of the year! Make your holiday gifts.
Pay-what-you-can
12/6 at 1pm ct
www.eventbrite.com/e/1975114061...
Pay-what-you-can
12/6 at 1pm ct
www.eventbrite.com/e/1975114061...
Intro to Embroidery with Badass Cross Stitch
Learn to embroider, stitch something brilliant, have a laugh, try something new! Just in time to make all your holiday gifts!
www.eventbrite.com
November 27, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Last zoom workshop of the year! Make your holiday gifts.
Pay-what-you-can
12/6 at 1pm ct
www.eventbrite.com/e/1975114061...
Pay-what-you-can
12/6 at 1pm ct
www.eventbrite.com/e/1975114061...
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I am a little tired of being yelled at for this but apparently not tired about: heroin addiction is not RFK’s problem. He’s a sociopath. Most addicts aren’t. Honestly, walk into an NA meeting, grab the first person with a few years to be head of HHS and they’d probably do a better job than Bobby.
This is what happens when you put a privileged, 14 year heroin addict in charge of health. Duh
November 27, 2025 at 12:15 AM
I am a little tired of being yelled at for this but apparently not tired about: heroin addiction is not RFK’s problem. He’s a sociopath. Most addicts aren’t. Honestly, walk into an NA meeting, grab the first person with a few years to be head of HHS and they’d probably do a better job than Bobby.
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The summer program for kids with our local library kept us all sane and socialized when the kids were little. They had fun educational guests and were typically followed by snacks. I loved them.
Libraries aren't just books. They provide gathering places, free internet, and programs like story hours and classes and films. Using your library demonstrates to your local government its importance to your community and can affect funding decisions.
November 27, 2025 at 12:35 AM
The summer program for kids with our local library kept us all sane and socialized when the kids were little. They had fun educational guests and were typically followed by snacks. I loved them.
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Destroy them, pls.
Eight more news organizations have filed a new lawsuit against Microsoft and OpenAI, seeking $10B in damages for violating copyright law by stealing their content to build and operate AI tools. The lawsuit joins a similar one filed by other news organizations that include the Sun Sentinel.
8 more newspapers sue OpenAI, Microsoft, alleging stolen content used in AI apps
Eight newspapers owned or managed by MediaNews Group filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing the tech giants of violating copyright law.
www.sun-sentinel.com
November 27, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Destroy them, pls.
*dissociating in poorer than my parents*
What if "you get richer as you get older" is actually just "you live as long as your money holds out"?
November 27, 2025 at 1:40 AM
*dissociating in poorer than my parents*
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Since I've started here, I've come across many awesome creators and small business owners. With the holiday shopping season here, I figured it was about damn time to finally make a Starter Pack.
Fuck Amazon. Fuck WalMart. Fuck Target. Shop small if you can.
go.bsky.app/HLRLhda
Fuck Amazon. Fuck WalMart. Fuck Target. Shop small if you can.
go.bsky.app/HLRLhda
November 25, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Since I've started here, I've come across many awesome creators and small business owners. With the holiday shopping season here, I figured it was about damn time to finally make a Starter Pack.
Fuck Amazon. Fuck WalMart. Fuck Target. Shop small if you can.
go.bsky.app/HLRLhda
Fuck Amazon. Fuck WalMart. Fuck Target. Shop small if you can.
go.bsky.app/HLRLhda
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Just thinking about the profound impact on our lives that the craven, selfish, petty choices made by ‘access journalists’ has had. Never working again is the bare minimum of accountability.
November 27, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Just thinking about the profound impact on our lives that the craven, selfish, petty choices made by ‘access journalists’ has had. Never working again is the bare minimum of accountability.
Repressed Connections
Archived poem originally released on 15 Oct '25 via KoFi.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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I can attest to this also. Pecan and pumpkin are the most American pies according to the Göttingen American studies department. Why? It's the two flavors that were mandatory for our Thanksgiving dinner.
Because, friends, say "American as apple pie" all you want, but if you are nearing the start of the traditional tryptophan coma, there are only two pies that are truly worthy of being served at Thanksgiving - and this has been proven by international experimentation.
Pecan and Pumpkin win.
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Pecan and Pumpkin win.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:29 PM
I can attest to this also. Pecan and pumpkin are the most American pies according to the Göttingen American studies department. Why? It's the two flavors that were mandatory for our Thanksgiving dinner.
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unbelievable behavior from everyone involved here - Nuzzi for doing catch and kill, Lizza for sitting on this shit so he can sell newsletter subscriptions, RFK for existing
November 26, 2025 at 10:32 PM
unbelievable behavior from everyone involved here - Nuzzi for doing catch and kill, Lizza for sitting on this shit so he can sell newsletter subscriptions, RFK for existing
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It’s so beautiful
Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
November 26, 2025 at 8:49 PM
It’s so beautiful
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Oh no I just saw a picture of the art supply suitcase go by so it must be time for my yearly psa: don't buy that.
I've been given it many times in my life and it was usable once: in 1989.
"But I don't know what to get my artist friends/talented cousins for the holidays!"
I will help.
I've been given it many times in my life and it was usable once: in 1989.
"But I don't know what to get my artist friends/talented cousins for the holidays!"
I will help.
November 26, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Oh no I just saw a picture of the art supply suitcase go by so it must be time for my yearly psa: don't buy that.
I've been given it many times in my life and it was usable once: in 1989.
"But I don't know what to get my artist friends/talented cousins for the holidays!"
I will help.
I've been given it many times in my life and it was usable once: in 1989.
"But I don't know what to get my artist friends/talented cousins for the holidays!"
I will help.
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TIL: the Netflix fireplace has closed captions and said closed captions are "[fireplace crackling]"
November 26, 2025 at 9:40 PM
TIL: the Netflix fireplace has closed captions and said closed captions are "[fireplace crackling]"
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I mean, I would say that life is too short to fight with your family, so if your relatives are all assholes, have festive dinners with friends you actually like, instead, but that is emphatically not what the op-ed here is saying. (I checked.)
Guest essayist, your TV-addled meemaw who will be serving Thanksgiving dinner on a commemorative Riley Gaines plate to a lot of empty chairs
November 26, 2025 at 9:52 PM
I mean, I would say that life is too short to fight with your family, so if your relatives are all assholes, have festive dinners with friends you actually like, instead, but that is emphatically not what the op-ed here is saying. (I checked.)
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Writers love socialized books (libraries)
TAPS SCREEN
For like the zillionth time: Libraries are FREE for you, but WE still get compensated for our work!!
For like the zillionth time: Libraries are FREE for you, but WE still get compensated for our work!!
Just saw someone claim that authors who want to be paid for their work are "class traitors" because we "only let the wealthy" read our books, and I think I need to go into the woods to scream into the night for a bit.
It's $5, not your first-born child! I need that $5 for health insurance!
It's $5, not your first-born child! I need that $5 for health insurance!
November 26, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Writers love socialized books (libraries)
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Discworld QOTD, from The Color of Magic
November 26, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Discworld QOTD, from The Color of Magic
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Trump and his regime are sabotaging our nation; by making all of these no longer professional degrees, higher education will be more difficult for the non-wealthy who wish to pursue these careers, because there is a higher limit for student loan borrowing for "professional" degrees.
November 26, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Trump and his regime are sabotaging our nation; by making all of these no longer professional degrees, higher education will be more difficult for the non-wealthy who wish to pursue these careers, because there is a higher limit for student loan borrowing for "professional" degrees.
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Do Not Put Money in the Bigot Bucket
remember, Salvation Army is a big NOPE
use your extra $$$ for mutual aid groups
use your extra $$$ for mutual aid groups
November 26, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Do Not Put Money in the Bigot Bucket
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Read the whole thread. Everything in it is exactly right. Some types of younger people who ESPECIALLY need a will:
1. Parents of children <18
2. Parents who are married to someone not their child's other parent
3. Unmarried, childless people who wouldn't want their parents or siblings inheriting
1. Parents of children <18
2. Parents who are married to someone not their child's other parent
3. Unmarried, childless people who wouldn't want their parents or siblings inheriting
This is my yearly PSA that, no matter how old you are, you should have a basic health directive and will. The forms are free online in California. The number of senior citizens in my neighborhood with no directives and no plan who are already a little off the rails is staggering. A short rant 1/
November 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Read the whole thread. Everything in it is exactly right. Some types of younger people who ESPECIALLY need a will:
1. Parents of children <18
2. Parents who are married to someone not their child's other parent
3. Unmarried, childless people who wouldn't want their parents or siblings inheriting
1. Parents of children <18
2. Parents who are married to someone not their child's other parent
3. Unmarried, childless people who wouldn't want their parents or siblings inheriting