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All Seattle sports. I love baseball, Go Mariners ⚾️ Go Huskies ☔️. I should be writing. #Romancelandia. Civil rights, voting rights, due process, healthcare for all. Be curious.
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If you’re looking for it, there’s probably a starter pack here for it. There’s a search bar, thankfully. blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack...
New job today, let’s do this.
February 17, 2026 at 3:59 PM
New job today, let’s do this.
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"I must be protected. Respected. Never rejected. I am. Somebody." ❤️
I don’t know who needs to hear Jesse Jackson leading the kids on Sesame Street in this beautiful call-and-response reminding them that every child is somebody, but here it is
February 17, 2026 at 1:47 PM
"I must be protected. Respected. Never rejected. I am. Somebody." ❤️
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This is a very niche request: anyone have a good manapua recipe? Preferably one super close to the baked ones from Chun Wah Kam? It doesn’t look like they ship frozen to the mainland, we only have steamed here, and I need it for reasons (the horrors made me sad and manapua will fix me lol)
February 17, 2026 at 5:08 AM
This is a very niche request: anyone have a good manapua recipe? Preferably one super close to the baked ones from Chun Wah Kam? It doesn’t look like they ship frozen to the mainland, we only have steamed here, and I need it for reasons (the horrors made me sad and manapua will fix me lol)
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I cried. I have been following the whole whistle saga since its inception but this summary really hammered home the SCOPE. I love humans so much.
If you are new around here and don't know how this whole out-of-control runaway-train started, I finally sent a newsletter to our readers where I explained why we fell off the face of the world after Thanksgiving. 💓
( @moryan.bsky.social started it LOL )
view.flodesk.com/emails/69936...
( @moryan.bsky.social started it LOL )
view.flodesk.com/emails/69936...
February 16, 2026 at 11:57 PM
I cried. I have been following the whole whistle saga since its inception but this summary really hammered home the SCOPE. I love humans so much.
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State Senators passed legislation Monday to create an income tax on those earning over $1 million a year, the first hurdle in what will likely prove to be a long legislative battle.
'Millionaires tax' clears WA Senate
www.seattletimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 3:12 AM
State Senators passed legislation Monday to create an income tax on those earning over $1 million a year, the first hurdle in what will likely prove to be a long legislative battle.
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The drunk uncle theory.
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
agree with this (hah) but also think a particular mistake the left made for a long time online, and still makes to an extent, is failing to understand that the person whose mind you may actually change is the one reading the argument you're having, not the one you're arguing with
The secret to engaging in social media debate is knowing you will never win anyone over. The best you can hope for is to have people who already agree with tell you you're awesome. You might great a dopamine thrill from the righteousness of your anger! Fine benefits, all. But you will never win.
February 16, 2026 at 11:35 PM
The drunk uncle theory.
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
You don’t argue with the casually homophobic uncle at Thanksgiving dinner to change his mind; you argue so that the closeted cousin at the kids table knows there’s safe people and better possibilities out there
Come on, French Kiss need this!
Matchup 3: The Fall Guy vs French Kiss strawpoll.com/kogjRr81qg6 #RomComBracket
February 17, 2026 at 3:08 AM
Come on, French Kiss need this!
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(1) Pulling out her texts as receipts is bad ass
(2) As always: No matter what you do or how you position yourself, the GOP is going to paint you as a radical or a socialist. Might as well just do what you think is right. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/u...
(2) As always: No matter what you do or how you position yourself, the GOP is going to paint you as a radical or a socialist. Might as well just do what you think is right. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/u...
February 17, 2026 at 1:41 AM
(1) Pulling out her texts as receipts is bad ass
(2) As always: No matter what you do or how you position yourself, the GOP is going to paint you as a radical or a socialist. Might as well just do what you think is right. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/u...
(2) As always: No matter what you do or how you position yourself, the GOP is going to paint you as a radical or a socialist. Might as well just do what you think is right. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/u...
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#Mariners have acquired LHP Josh Simpson from the Marlins for cash, per the team.
www.mlb.com/mariners/pre...
www.mlb.com/mariners/pre...
Mariners Acquire LHP Josh Simpson from Miami Marlins in Exchange for Cash Considerations
PEORIA, Ariz. – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have acquired LHP Josh Simpson from the Miami Marlins i...
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February 16, 2026 at 6:38 PM
#Mariners have acquired LHP Josh Simpson from the Marlins for cash, per the team.
www.mlb.com/mariners/pre...
www.mlb.com/mariners/pre...
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If you’ve ever wondered who this truly impacts? My family. My child. We’ve already been hit by the shutdown of care from major hospitals in Wisconsin. Even though my insurance covers gender affirming care, my child can’t access it here, which means I can’t afford it.
Please say something
Please say something
Public comment on Dr Oz's proposed rules to ban gender-affirming care for youth closes 2/17
One rule bans hospital-based care, the other eliminates Medicaid/CHIP coverage
Together they'd make care virtually unavailable nationwide, including in shield law states
www.patreon.com/posts/149210...
One rule bans hospital-based care, the other eliminates Medicaid/CHIP coverage
Together they'd make care virtually unavailable nationwide, including in shield law states
www.patreon.com/posts/149210...
February 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM
If you’ve ever wondered who this truly impacts? My family. My child. We’ve already been hit by the shutdown of care from major hospitals in Wisconsin. Even though my insurance covers gender affirming care, my child can’t access it here, which means I can’t afford it.
Please say something
Please say something
That opening on the memorandum opinion is excellent.
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore the slavery exhibit that the National Park Service removed in Philadelphia
www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
www.inquirer.com/news/philade...
February 16, 2026 at 7:07 PM
That opening on the memorandum opinion is excellent.
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Follow @everettaquasox.bsky.social. Bully the @mariners.com Twitter account to start posting here. Get the Rainiers while we're at it. I will not rest until my baseball teams are posting on the app for sports
The big 5-0!
Opening Night in Everett is just 50 days away! 🤩
Opening Night in Everett is just 50 days away! 🤩
February 16, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Follow @everettaquasox.bsky.social. Bully the @mariners.com Twitter account to start posting here. Get the Rainiers while we're at it. I will not rest until my baseball teams are posting on the app for sports
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Oh no. #RIP "Robert Duvall, All-Purpose Actor With Few Peers, Dies at 95
The seven-time Oscar nominee, a winner for 'Tender Mercies,' also was memorable in 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Lonesome Dove.'
The seven-time Oscar nominee, a winner for 'Tender Mercies,' also was memorable in 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Lonesome Dove.'
Robert Duvall, All-Purpose Actor With Few Peers, Dies at 95
The seven-time Oscar nominee, a winner for 'Tender Mercies,' also was memorable in 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Lonesome Dove.'
www.hollywoodreporter.com
February 16, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Oh no. #RIP "Robert Duvall, All-Purpose Actor With Few Peers, Dies at 95
The seven-time Oscar nominee, a winner for 'Tender Mercies,' also was memorable in 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Lonesome Dove.'
The seven-time Oscar nominee, a winner for 'Tender Mercies,' also was memorable in 'The Godfather,' 'Apocalypse Now,' 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Lonesome Dove.'
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We have reached Division Championship week in the Favorite #Mariners Commercial Tournament on @lookoutlanding.bsky.social!
You can see the updated bracket with links to all the commercials here:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Links to today's polls here:
www.lookoutlanding.com/post/XtnSneY...
You can see the updated bracket with links to all the commercials here:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Links to today's polls here:
www.lookoutlanding.com/post/XtnSneY...
Favorite Mariners Commercial Tournament.xlsx
docs.google.com
February 16, 2026 at 5:37 PM
We have reached Division Championship week in the Favorite #Mariners Commercial Tournament on @lookoutlanding.bsky.social!
You can see the updated bracket with links to all the commercials here:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Links to today's polls here:
www.lookoutlanding.com/post/XtnSneY...
You can see the updated bracket with links to all the commercials here:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Links to today's polls here:
www.lookoutlanding.com/post/XtnSneY...
This is a great program and it requires funding from community partners. For example Washington put money back in the program at the state level but the partners operating in King and Pierce County do not have the funds currently to continue. So look for those local partners & donate when you can.
The study found that children enrolled in Parton’s Imagination Library “were 5 times more likely to be interested in reading, 11 times more likely to be interested in books, and 15 times more likely to join in during shared reading, compared to children who aren't enrolled.”
February 16, 2026 at 5:40 PM
This is a great program and it requires funding from community partners. For example Washington put money back in the program at the state level but the partners operating in King and Pierce County do not have the funds currently to continue. So look for those local partners & donate when you can.
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Kilauea V3 webcam is here:
February 16, 2026 at 7:29 AM
Kilauea V3 webcam is here:
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Let me tell you a tale of how completely the normies have been mobilized. My 14 year-old niece has done School of Rock for the past 5 years; last summer she was part of their touring band, and the kids loved playing together so much that they decided to keep doing it. (1/?)
February 16, 2026 at 12:45 AM
Let me tell you a tale of how completely the normies have been mobilized. My 14 year-old niece has done School of Rock for the past 5 years; last summer she was part of their touring band, and the kids loved playing together so much that they decided to keep doing it. (1/?)
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Hey many people are reading this thread and if those of you with a little cash donated to this GFM we could ensure that a great place right here in my neighborhood outlasts ICE's visit
www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-...
www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-...
Donate to Help Save Mercado Central from Closure, organized by Cooperativa Mercado Central
Mercado Central, a cooperative founded by latino entrepeneurs
with… Cooperativa Mercado Central needs your support for Help Save Mercado Central from Closure
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February 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Hey many people are reading this thread and if those of you with a little cash donated to this GFM we could ensure that a great place right here in my neighborhood outlasts ICE's visit
www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-...
www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-...
French Kiss!!
Matchup 6: the widow and the thief vs the history teacher and the smuggler/winemaker
strawpoll.com/XmZRQmk0Pgd #RomComBracket
strawpoll.com/XmZRQmk0Pgd #RomComBracket
Region 1, Matchup 6: Charade (1963) vs French Kiss - StrawPoll
What is your opinion? Vote now: Charade (1963), French Kiss
strawpoll.com
February 16, 2026 at 5:16 AM
French Kiss!!
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FINAL: No. 25 Washington 51, Oregon 43.
The Huskies grit it out in an ugly defensive showdown and improve to 19-7 overall, 9-6 in the Big Ten.
#Huskies #PurpleReign
The Huskies grit it out in an ugly defensive showdown and improve to 19-7 overall, 9-6 in the Big Ten.
#Huskies #PurpleReign
February 16, 2026 at 2:53 AM
FINAL: No. 25 Washington 51, Oregon 43.
The Huskies grit it out in an ugly defensive showdown and improve to 19-7 overall, 9-6 in the Big Ten.
#Huskies #PurpleReign
The Huskies grit it out in an ugly defensive showdown and improve to 19-7 overall, 9-6 in the Big Ten.
#Huskies #PurpleReign
February 16, 2026 at 2:44 AM
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ProPublica received eight handwritten letters from children who have been held at the detention center that 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos was recently released from.
We'll let their words speak for themselves.
We'll let their words speak for themselves.
“I Have Been Here Too Long”: Read Letters from the Children Detained at ICE’s Dilley Facility
Hundreds of children are currently being held with their parents at an immigration detention center in Dilley, Texas. In letters and drawings, eight kids convey the pain of feeling trapped with no end...
www.propublica.org
February 16, 2026 at 2:00 AM
ProPublica received eight handwritten letters from children who have been held at the detention center that 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos was recently released from.
We'll let their words speak for themselves.
We'll let their words speak for themselves.
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Franzi Schimmer captured this Grizzly bear in Brooks Falls, Alaska just floating along, tippy-tapping down the river, browsing the salmon.
Prior to hibernation, up to 40% of a bear's body mass is fat, which is less dense than water (~0.9 g/cm^2), so the murder-monster is also a floaty-boaty.
Prior to hibernation, up to 40% of a bear's body mass is fat, which is less dense than water (~0.9 g/cm^2), so the murder-monster is also a floaty-boaty.
February 14, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Franzi Schimmer captured this Grizzly bear in Brooks Falls, Alaska just floating along, tippy-tapping down the river, browsing the salmon.
Prior to hibernation, up to 40% of a bear's body mass is fat, which is less dense than water (~0.9 g/cm^2), so the murder-monster is also a floaty-boaty.
Prior to hibernation, up to 40% of a bear's body mass is fat, which is less dense than water (~0.9 g/cm^2), so the murder-monster is also a floaty-boaty.