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@mindheartinsoul.bsky.social

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I’m a Poet and a Democrat but still believe in bipartisanship, and spreading love to all people and all animals. Former public speaker, artist, cook, piano player, and JW. Read the whole bible once. I’m also a gun violence survivor. DMs=🚫Unless I know you

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Poet @mindheartinsoul.bsky.social · May 23

This poem is entitled Mind Heart in Soul. I was at a dark time in my life, and I still am. But through it all, I managed to turn negative feelings, into an art form, with this piece. My poem was a part of a stop the gun violence project in college. #poetry #poem #darkpoetry #poet #poetrycommunity

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Poet @mindheartinsoul.bsky.social · 3h

I hope the G2 can do something, this has been a problem for a very long period of time. The wealth gap continues to increase. If it were a smaller wealth gap, it would for surely reduce crime. And other societal ills.

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Linda Lombard @heavensgone.bsky.social · 14h

The report said new analysis showed that between 2000 and 2024, the world’s top 1% captured 41% of all new wealth, while only 1% went to the bottom 50%

As #ZackPolanski and the #GreenParty say

#TaxWealthNotWork Best #VoteGreen

www.theguardian.com/inequality/2...

More than $70tn of inherited wealth over next decade will widen inequality, economists warn

Expert panel says report on gap in global wealth between rich and poor highlights need for intervention by G20

www.theguardian.com

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 5h

Walmart and McDonald’s are among the top employers of workers who rely on food stamps.

McDonald's CEO raked in $18.2M last year — over 1,000x the company's median employee pay.

Walmart's CEO pocketed $27.4M — 930x the company's median employee pay.

See the problem?

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Just Susan @sspicer29.bsky.social · 22h

Ukrainian flag.

Let's not forget they are fighting to keep their democracy and freedom.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 5h

This is the president of the United States taking a break from gold-and-marble interior renovations to say he’ll defy a court order to feed hungry Americans.

Nero would be proud.

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Bon Hanson @bonhanson.bsky.social · Jan 28

If only someone had warned the fucking morons who voted for the wannabe dictator about Project 2025 and that he was lying his ass off like he always does. 😒

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𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕖 𝔾𝕦𝕣𝕝 @sundaedivine.bsky.social · 12h

Say what you want about Dick Cheney but he raised a daughter who stood up when it mattered.

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Mrs M @mrsmhere.bsky.social · 1d

A few days off work, so went with Mr M to the Durham University Botanic Garden today. Very grey day and raining on and off. But the tree foliage colours are spectacular this year, even in dull weather. 😊

Himalayan birch trees in the arboretum. They have striking white bark on their trunks.

A colourful orange acer tree and elegant rock piles in the Japanese garden.

The Sakura garden with a semi-circle of cherry trees given by the Japanese government, and benches beneath.

Metalwork fungi sculptures framing the woodland area with brightly coloured beech trees.

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Mary @adlibsovaerrthang.bsky.social · 9h

Trump says he made America great again, but what he really did was allow lies to flourish again and hatred to reignite.

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Kevin Gallant @kevin-gallant.bsky.social · Jun 11

UPDATE! 🌹🎉

I realize not many people have access to much right now, so I put the eBook version of Beyond The Mark down to the lowest I could on Amazon, which is $0.99

Hope this helps it become more accessible, I'd rather continue the story than make money, so I hope you enjoy!

#Fantasy #Author

A stylized cover art for the book titled "Beyond the Mark: Ashes of the Hero," featuring a silhouette of a cloaked figure in a dark, magical forest. The figure, shrouded in shadow, is holding a glowing sword with a vibrant red hue. Intricate patterns adorn the figure's cloak, evoking a sense of mystery and fantasy. The background showcases an eerie forest with bare, twisted trees and ethereal lights, creating a mystical and foreboding atmosphere. In the distance, a castle with spires looms against a pale, glowing sky, adding a sense of adventure and danger to the scene. The title is prominently displayed at the top in bold, stylized lettering, with a vivid gradient effect that contrasts with the darker tones of the artwork. The overall composition conveys themes of heroism, darkness, and a journey into the unknown.

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Poet @mindheartinsoul.bsky.social · 5h

I liked National Geographic to they have more vivid pictorial illustrations, than encyclopedias. It’s been aeons since, I’ve seen either so I can vaguely remember. Also my preference would be an old fashioned book that I can hold in my hand over Ebook.

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fay @hoodedfaybles.bsky.social · 9h

#Bookvember
At our house, the main source of nonfiction reading was the World Book Encyclopedias. However, my parents subscribed to National Geographic, which I recall liking its eye-opening articles on exotic sites and all sorts of wild animals. A nice memory!
#booksky #writesky #writingcommunity

Samantha Breaux @woodenvelt.bsky.social · 16h

Welcome to #Bookvember Day 4!

Follow the directions on the prompt card and share your love of the written word with others.

#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity

Bookvember, a book share prompt game for writers and readers by @woodenvelt.bsky.social

Day 4: Share your favorite non-fiction children’s book or series. What topic did you nerd out over? Dinosaurs? Space? Something more obscure? Remember: Quote post using #Bookvember. Use alt text for images. Have fun and interact with others!

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4fuxake @blueheartedly1.bsky.social · 1d

Truth 👇 😂

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Samuel Decker Thompson @adudewritingpoetry.bsky.social · 1d

You can’t pull the wings free before they’re strong enough,
you’ll ruin the thing you wanted to see fly.
You can’t dig your fingers into the dirt
and drag a sprout into daylight before it’s ready, it will only whither and die.

You can’t force the mind open like a jammed door,
it needs ...

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Lamin @lamin001122.bsky.social · 5d

Racism is beyond common sense and has no place
in our society.

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Poet @mindheartinsoul.bsky.social · 6h

This looks good, maybe you can make costumes and sell them.

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Carrie Leilani @rosalei.bsky.social · 8h

www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/expe...

Lives Unlived: Stealing Back the Future After Trauma and Loss

In the wake of massive trauma, we may lose, find, or create alternate worlds. Yet there are ways to reopen developmental possibilities and approach the good-enough reality we need.

www.psychologytoday.com

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@pat_garcia @patgarcia.bsky.social · 11h

Author Showcase - @nonniejules #RRBC #RWISA #Poetry ravewriters.wordpress.com/meet-the-aut...

Author Showcase – @nonniejules #RRBC #RWISA #Poetry

The poem below, “MOTHERLESS DAUGHTER” was written by/for Maiya, the main character of my novel, “DAYDREAM’S DAUGHTER, NIGHTMARE’S FRIEND.” *** “MOTHERLESS…

ravewriters.wordpress.com

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Chad Parenteau @chadpoetforhire.bsky.social · 11h

All's Well Isn't You was released last year on October 31st. November 2nd saw the release of Cant Republic. Both are available through one certain site. 1/ #poetry #poetrycommunity

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Chad Parenteau @chadpoetforhire.bsky.social · 11h

I don't want to to publish another collection until I feel I've done my best.I'm going to be planning more readings and more promotional videos. until then, if you want hit the links I'll post below, I'd appreciate that. 3/ #poetry #poetrycommunity