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Alec
@dreamsofpdx.bsky.social
Stuck in the Midwest. Website wrangler for Seanan McGuire. Owner of Caledonian Braves. No AI. 🏳️‍⚧️ He/They

See pinned post for more info, or find me elsewhere online via https://dreamsofpdx.carrd.co

Do NOT add me to Starter Packs without my permission.
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Hi all, I’m Alec, a Trans geek in my 40s.

I love reading, travelling, playing video games (no streaming), creating spreadsheets for my many collections. I watch a lot of football ⚽, and I may have an unhealthy love of Dr Pepper.

I have three cats and I’m always willing to post photos.
Yes! My @blackoakworkshop.bsky.social Advent calendars arrived! Promptly opened the first three days of the Christmas themed calendar. The others will be opened across Jan and Feb.
December 3, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Wow, Chelsea are playing like shit. Come on boys, get it together.
December 3, 2025 at 9:53 PM
I wish I were independently wealthy so that I could afford the professional O365 that comes with SharePoint and PowerApps access. I'd build my own server to host, then create PowerApps for authors.
December 3, 2025 at 6:06 PM
It's Wicked Soundtracks on shuffle day in my iTunes.

(Waiting on the Broadway recording to arrive so I can add that to the playlist. [physical copy was cheaper than the digital])
a woman in a crown kisses a woman in a witch costume
Alt: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as Elphaba and Glinda in Wicked. Glinda whispers in Elphaba's ear, they smile and Glinda hugs Elphaba.
media.tenor.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Best news!
He's back. Derek Gebhard returns for his sixth season with Forward Madison FC! Welcome back, Mr. Madison. 🫡

📰 www.forwardmadisonfc.com/news/2025/12...
December 2, 2025 at 4:42 PM
@profanity.accountant Sure, I'll play along.
December 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Bumping in hopes @blackoakworkshop.bsky.social sees this at some point.
I just inventoried the @blackoakworkshop.bsky.social Treasure Chest dice (125 mystery dice) that I purchased, and there's only 10 I could not identify what their official name/set is.

Shockingly, there's a d20 with an actual number on the 20 face which is super rare for Black Oak.
November 29, 2025 at 10:10 PM
I have been watching so much Wicked press stuff on YouTube. This cast is hilarious in interviews.
November 29, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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Just so those of you planning on participating in this year's Hogswatch know:

seananmcguire.com/blog/2025/11...
Hogswatch prep. – Rose-Owls and Pumpkin Girls
seananmcguire.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Mistakes have been made. I left the house on the day after Thanksgiving.
November 28, 2025 at 7:07 PM
I just inventoried the @blackoakworkshop.bsky.social Treasure Chest dice (125 mystery dice) that I purchased, and there's only 10 I could not identify what their official name/set is.

Shockingly, there's a d20 with an actual number on the 20 face which is super rare for Black Oak.
November 27, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Wishing a Happy Birthday to my almost birthday twin (1 year apart) @tessfowler.bsky.social. I hope you and Chris had a nice, chill day.
November 22, 2025 at 1:46 AM
I love @chasemycreations.bsky.social stuff. Wore this shirt today and got at least two comments from folks who loved it. chasemycreations.com/products/tol...

I've got at least 4 shirts from them and now I've started buying them for other people. So thankful they have inclusive sizing.
Tolerating Racism Tee
This tee that feels soft and light with just the right amount of give. Its comfortable and great for all. 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton Pre-Shrunk fabric Tear Away Label Unisex Sizing: S-4X...
chasemycreations.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:40 AM
45 is starting out pretty good.

Took the day off. Yummy McDonald’s breakfast, haircut, treated myself to some new dice, Wicked: For Good matinee, delicious burrito for lunch, swung in and got a tour of my tattoo shop’s new location, another errand and then back home for my normal Friday evening.
November 22, 2025 at 12:47 AM
When your artist friends try to not charge you for a commission, throw money on their Ko-Fi (or other avenue of direct payment).

Yes, this is directed at a specific person. And if they try to refund me, I will just mail them cash. 😇😁
November 20, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Paw print pendants made by @punklenix.bsky.social for each of my cats! I don’t know what I’m gonna do with them yet, but they turned out great.

Check out his shop and buy some stuff! ko-fi.com/mcetching/shop
November 18, 2025 at 12:47 AM
@drpepperofficial.bsky.social discontinuing their Perks program: 😭
DP heavily discounting perks: 🤩
Site not allowing multiple redemption for low-tier perks or multiple perks in one order: 😠
Site repeatedly crashing, giving errors and not allowing me to redeem any of my nearly 1200 points: 😡😡😡😡
November 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
I have a lot of books. I have a spreadsheet I've been using to compile an inventory which works fairly well, but it's just a spreadsheet.

I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the LibraryThing or Libib tools? Just wondering about user experience and recs either way.
November 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Come to Bierock tonight to hear duo Jack o'the Dust! We play everything from soulful and nigh-shoe-gaze-y to brightly blistering. www.facebook.com/events/15229... They have great taps and food, they're near Warner Park, we're there from eight to ten tonight!
Live Music by Jack o' the Dust
Event in Madison, WI by Bierock and Jack o' the Dust on Friday, November 14 2025
www.facebook.com
November 14, 2025 at 7:12 PM
The best part of Babybel Cheese is sculpting with the wax once the cheese is removed.

I will not be taking questions at this time.
November 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Reposting for the morning crowd. Links to photos in 2nd post.
Froze my butt off standing in the back yard looking at the Northern Lights tonight. I was actually able to see some of the brightest with the naked eye for the first time. But of course the camera makes things amazing. I took so many photos.
November 12, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Froze my butt off standing in the back yard looking at the Northern Lights tonight. I was actually able to see some of the brightest with the naked eye for the first time. But of course the camera makes things amazing. I took so many photos.
November 12, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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There is no true marriage equality until there is also disabled marriage equality
We can’t get married without losing our benefits cuz somehow our partner(s) income counts as ours
November 10, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Oh I am SO excited.
November 10, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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I was in a hit and run while riding my bike home from work last weekend. My friend started this after taking me in last week while seeing all the paperwork and bills start to roll in while I'm off work for the rest 2025. A broken leg sucks but I know how lucky I am. www.gofundme.com/f/support-re...
Donate to Support Rey's Recovery After Hit and Run, organized by Michael Gavin
You may know Rey, if you do you already know of his kindness, willingness to he… Michael Gavin needs your support for Support Rey's Recovery After Hit and Run
www.gofundme.com
November 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM