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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 7h

The world is a huge place with (I assume) millions of things going on every day that could be considered news worthy. Almost none of it is available through broadcast journalism, but we sure have the murder market covered.

Linda Holmes @lindaholmes.bsky.social · 10h

I didn’t know until fairly recently that all the network newsmagazine shows are now just weekly stories of women being killed by their husbands.

(I am overgeneralizing, but NOT THAT MUCH.)

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 7h

Unfortunately had to work, but tried to listen to streaming coverage. Most was the regular paid to comment babble, but 1 argument was that those attending were there to save democracy & not to protest tariffs & "kitchen table" issues. I assume it was both? Did you get a read on this having attended?

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 11h

Incorrect stereotyping has made us feel more divided & vulnerable. We need to celebrate diversity

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 13h

Once the talking heads took over & news coverage was whittled down to politics, celebrities, & mass shootings I was out. @cnn.com

Bert in Colorado @bertfoxson.bsky.social · 13h

There was a time, a long time ago, that I actually followed CNN.

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 3d

Exactly! I see people in my field constantly complaining about client loyalty & always blaming it on others undercutting their prices. Yea thats a factor, but if you build a good relationship folks will go out of their way to support you. That doesn't mean let them walk all over you, just be nice.

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 6d

* It is 74F right now (23C)

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 6d

We have arrived at the season when many customers at Aldis are still "summer naked", many are donning quilted jackets & cold weather hoodies, & some are wearing very unique combinations of both. #fall #fashion ? Short shorts, flip flops, & a winter weight hooded coat 🧑‍🍳😘. #prepared for everything

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 6d

So annoying when you are trying to buy something. No, thank you but I don't need a computer program to help me decide what color teapot to buy my mother for her birthday.

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 8d

Very trivial, but the new "Maverick" brand transition at kum & go"convenience stores is not great. Lots of sizeflation & requiring of punch cards. Self checkout at the main register? No, thank you. I don't want to wait while Bill tries to deduce how to ring up his coffee & hot dog. #iowa

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 9d

Recommend following drjeffmasters.bsky.social
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Dr. Jeff Masters (@drjeffmasters.bsky.social)

Extreme weather and climate change expert writing for Yale Climate Connections. Co-founder, Weather Underground; former hurricane hunter.

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 9d

I'm so over hearing how much we are "costing society" by taking a holiday off, staying home w/an illness, or retiring before becoming a worn out husk.I refuse to live life based on what benefits the economy.I just don't care. We get 1 chance at this,& my goal is not to increase your stock portfolio

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 13d

Rain, rain, rain. It's been a terribly dry month. Even when there has been a bit of precipitation in the area it has mostly skipped us over. Finally we have rain!

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 13d

Sometimes when I fill my car up I think "Good, the tank will be full if there is an apocalypse".

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 15d

Random thought: In both fictional & nonfictional crime stories detectives are often tipped off by the smell of bleach. Why aren't more criminals using plugin deodorizers / oil diffusers & wiping back over surfaces with smelly cleaners like Mrs Meyers?

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 18d

Have been dwelling on this a bit. How almost everyone & everything keeps deteriorating. It's slow enough that you don't always notice it in the day to day minutia but the accumulated pressure has building so once you start looking it's everywhere.

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 22d

Part of the stress of existing right now is balancing all of your own worries & concerns whilst watching those around you start to crumble under the weight of their own anxieties & pressure. Just another #friday in 2025

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 21d

The email I just got from Hulu Disney informing me of a price increase was particularly ill timed. Last week was a real doozy for me & I felt conflicted that I didn't find the time to cancel then. I love me some Only Murders in the Building, but I think I will live without it.

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 21d

Several streaming services I have subscriptions for have added commercials. Now they are all raising their prices. A good reminder that I really need to cancel most of them. I just don't have the time to watch more than a few hours most weeks anyway.

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RAYGUN @raygunsite.com · 22d

Parents at the Des Moines RG just got a notice that DMPS's superintendent, Dr Ian Roberts was detained by ICE.

#raygun #ICE

News: www.weareiowa.com/article/news...

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 22d

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Cameron Vogt @camvogt.bsky.social · 22d

We need the men’s fashion guy to weigh in on that suit.

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 22d

Wish I could relax as much as this bee in the flower garden

Bee drunkenly relaxing on a large Kumquat orange Celosia head

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · 22d

Part of the stress of existing right now is balancing all of your own worries & concerns whilst watching those around you start to crumble under the weight of their own anxieties & pressure. Just another #friday in 2025

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · Sep 13

Diagnosis is new battery. I am skeptical & think it's the alternator &/or starter. Much cheaper if new battery solves the problem. 🤞

dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · Sep 13

Car wouldn't start this morning. ☹️

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · Sep 12

Happy Barkday! 🐾

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dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social @dogsofdesmoines.bsky.social · Sep 12

Spent part of the afternoon helping to relocate some schnauzers to a safe place since their owners are both incapacitated by health issues & have no family support. We need to take care of each other. We need healthcare for all & we need nonjudgmental community support.

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