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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 7d

If you run a blog (or a website of any type) spam is just a fact of life. But now I'm getting AI generated #spam. Fun…

The Forest of Spam, part 6 iswpw.net/2025/10/17/t...

The Forest of Spam, part 6

Ah, spam. Now that it's here, it never really goes away, does it? It's like the herpes of the internet. It's been a while since I've talked about spam, because what's the point? And yet here we are, b...

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 18d

And I just sent my latest (that is to say, my second) zine newsletter. You can read it here and subscribe if you like. #zine #zines

pencilbooth.com/posts/2f1a21...

October 2025 — new zines, old zine

Second edition of this newsletter. I think I'm getting the hang of it.

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 18d

And here's a link to the slightly more expensive color version (because printing in color is expensive!)

wolfgangswishlist.etsy.com/listing/4382...

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 18d

New #zine is up! Cleaning tips — 89 tips to make your life less complicated (although your mileage may vary, of course).

wolfgangswishlist.etsy.com/listing/4382...

This is the black and white version; I'll post a link to the color one below.

#zine #zines #zinesters #cleaning #cleaningtips

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 18d

If you're interested, you can get a copy here:

wolfgangswishlist.etsy.com/listing/1157...

#shamelessselfpromotion

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 18d

Still grateful for reviews like these. I am so happy people like my writing!

#zine #zines #zinester

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 20d

From this morning's walk.

#dailywalk #earlymorning #morning

A sunlit scene along a roadway and path early in the morning.

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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 20d

A recent photo of a starling murmuration as if smoke from a chimney has been called a "fluke" by its Yorkshire based, UK photographer, Anna Tosney #WomensArt

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 26d

As it should.

Bookshelfie @bookshelfie.bsky.social · 27d

#booksky

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · 26d

This weekend was all right.

Today is Sunday, September 28, 2025 iswpw.net/2025/09/28/t...

Today is Sunday, September 28, 2025

Two days in the life—laundry, a trip to the pub, a walk, groceries, and then back to the grind. It's almost October, and yet it still feels like summer when the sun is out. I'm not sure if that's norm...

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

I got a very nice message about my just13 #zine today and I have been floating ever since.

wolfgangswishlist.etsy.com/listing/1157...

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

This is how you do it.

Laura Lippman @lauralippman.bsky.social · Sep 21

My daughter cried throughout an entire 3-hour flight, only to fall asleep in my arms minutes before landing. People filing out of the plane said things like: “What an angel!” to which I responded: “Oh thank you, did you hear that crying baby I feel so bad for her mom.”

iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

My broken brain read "cardigans" as "Canadians" and honestly I think that would pretty much work just as well.

John Scalzi @scalzi.com · Sep 21

Also this airplane is AGGRESSIVELY cold, I strongly feel that we should all be issued cardigans

iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

Me every day when I roll into work.

#worklife

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

Sadly, if this had been kept up and decorated properly, this could have been a really cool place.

Brutalismbot @brutalismbot.com · Sep 21

Boarding House "Umbrella" - Moscow Oblast , Russia r/brutalism

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 21

Nothing is safe from AI. That's because capitalists will exploit anything or anybody just to make money. Which is even more gross.

Wil Screamton @wilwheaton.net · Sep 21

This feels really gross.

www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...

An AI Stan Lee Hologram Will Speak With Fans at L.A. Comic Con

A likeness of the late Marvel legend will pose for photos and engage in short conversations — for a price.

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 14

Today is Sunday, September 14, 2025 iswpw.net/2025/09/14/t...

In which I write about ice,laundry, work, hand soap, my aging parents, and yes...the ongoing search for the perfect pizza crust. #worklife

Today is Sunday, September 14, 2025

What life is like today: ice, laundry, work, and pizza.

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 14

The whole discussion is here, if you're interested: www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/com...

From the Frugal community on Reddit

Explore this post and more from the Frugal community

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 14

Sometimes #Reddit is amazing. Someone asked about the weirdest frugal thing you've ever done, and suddenly we're talking about how #cats are weird little angels. I love it.

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 8

Happy birthday! That t-zone ain't gonna moisturize itself, lol!

(But seriously, if you have tips, I'm all ears. Never realized I was going to turn into a potato chip once I hit middle age. Dry and crispy, and yet somehow still still oily. WTH?)

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 8

This makes me smile.

Radical Graffiti @radicalgraffiti.bsky.social · Sep 8

"Crocs Against Cops"
Sticker spotted in Adelaide, South Australia.
We've got a bunch of copies of these, and numerous other designs. If you're interested in buying a mix pack of radical slaps, check out:
radicalstickers.bigcartel.com

iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Sep 8

Sitting on my balcony, listening to Heartbeat City by The Cars, and also writing about it for a upcoming zine.

Doing okay on this Monday.

#thecars #80s #80smusic #zine #zines #heartbeatcity

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Aug 21

I remember watching this in a theater. An actual theater.

Wil Screamton @wilwheaton.net · Aug 21

Stand By Me turns 40 next year. To celebrate, Corey, Jerry, and I are hosting 35mm screenings of the film, followed by an audience Q&A, and a little VIP photo reception thing for folks who are into that.

Current dates are:

4 December Concord, NH
5 December Red Bank, NJ

STAND BY ME

‍Some stories don’t fade with time—they grow deeper. For 40 years, Stand By Me has spoken to something timeless in all of us: the wonder and heartbreak of growing up, the bonds we form in childhood, a...

www.standbymelive.com

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Aug 21

If you were wondering... #cats #science

www.upworthy.com/cats-butthol...

6th grader's science experiment answers, 'Do cat buttholes touch every surface they sit on?'

A question no one knew they needed answered.

www.upworthy.com

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iswpw.bsky.social @iswpw.bsky.social · Aug 16

Still better than AI any day.

www.cbc.ca/radio/asitha...

Artist who draws 'terrible portraits' vows to never improve | CBC Radio

Chicago artist Jacob Ryn Reno has built up a sizeable clientele in recent months for his self-described "terrible portraits," which he draws in five minutes for $5 US a pop at parties, weddings and hi...

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