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Barb
@spicedrum.bsky.social
· Feb 7
Biden should have let his dog bite more people.
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Much like Tracey i was also a bookseller for many years and: correct
I once asked a bookseller at a large indie store how many people would have to buy a book for it to get the attention of the store buyer and cause an additional order and they said: Three.
I see some book piracy discourse, and, to make a positive argument in favor of buying books, your marginal ability to influence what books get published and support the careers of writers you like is massive compared to most other forms of media.
November 26, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Much like Tracey i was also a bookseller for many years and: correct
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Literally buying one copy of a book at your local indie bookstore can mean the difference in whether they buy future books from that author.
November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Literally buying one copy of a book at your local indie bookstore can mean the difference in whether they buy future books from that author.
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I see some book piracy discourse, and, to make a positive argument in favor of buying books, your marginal ability to influence what books get published and support the careers of writers you like is massive compared to most other forms of media.
November 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
I see some book piracy discourse, and, to make a positive argument in favor of buying books, your marginal ability to influence what books get published and support the careers of writers you like is massive compared to most other forms of media.
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Massive shoutout out to whoever handles the Royal Canadian Air Force’s social media account. They responded to every single comment on their already very solid Trans Day of Remembrance post and they responded like this…
November 22, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Massive shoutout out to whoever handles the Royal Canadian Air Force’s social media account. They responded to every single comment on their already very solid Trans Day of Remembrance post and they responded like this…
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![Comic: Typical Geologic core sample. [Cylindrical core sample with labels for difference sections from top to bottom] Topsoil, till, granite bedrock, bottomsoil, roof of subway car, floor of subway car, more granite, municipal water main [gouge in core sample], slightly different granite, piece of screaming spelunker’s forearm, cool crystals with no resale value, mangled fragments of drillbit from previous attempt, some boring intrusive rock that’s basically granite but has a name like “diorite” or “Andalite” that you always have to look up, netherrack, Balrog wing. [break between next chunk of core sample] Granite, topsoil, cement, floorboards, carpet, possessions of a confused and angry homeowner in the other hemisphere.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:cz73r7iyiqn26upot4jtjdhk/bafkreicffnydtpbb2x24cfbblv2qtcwbr37zyw44vtqx47ocj2a26b2j2u@jpeg)
November 25, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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can't believe this ancient mesopotamia shoe wearing ass said people need to dress up at the airport
November 26, 2025 at 1:30 AM
can't believe this ancient mesopotamia shoe wearing ass said people need to dress up at the airport
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i can not be the only person wondering about the five percent gap between bigfoot and the yeti
i mean is this where u draw the line
i mean is this where u draw the line
New polling on aliens
% of U.S. adult citizens who believe the following definitely or probably exist:
Aliens 56%
Bigfoot 28%
The Yeti 23%
The Loch Ness Monster 22%
Chupacabra 16%
today.yougov.com/health/artic...
% of U.S. adult citizens who believe the following definitely or probably exist:
Aliens 56%
Bigfoot 28%
The Yeti 23%
The Loch Ness Monster 22%
Chupacabra 16%
today.yougov.com/health/artic...
November 25, 2025 at 11:37 PM
i can not be the only person wondering about the five percent gap between bigfoot and the yeti
i mean is this where u draw the line
i mean is this where u draw the line
We're gonna get 7 inches of heavy wet snow tomorrow & 40mph winds.
May lose power and there is always the possibility that the rotten roof will cave in.
Hooray holiday!
🤐
May lose power and there is always the possibility that the rotten roof will cave in.
Hooray holiday!
🤐
November 26, 2025 at 12:18 AM
We're gonna get 7 inches of heavy wet snow tomorrow & 40mph winds.
May lose power and there is always the possibility that the rotten roof will cave in.
Hooray holiday!
🤐
May lose power and there is always the possibility that the rotten roof will cave in.
Hooray holiday!
🤐
Seven all day
Get that abomination away from me.
Get that abomination away from me.
with charity and goodwill, i must here part ways with rolls.
November 25, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Seven all day
Get that abomination away from me.
Get that abomination away from me.
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"We are throwing half of our money in a well that legend has it will reward our tributes by making our wishes come true. We simply do not have any choice but to now throw the other half of our money in there too."
One explanation for economic populism in the US is the recurring cycle of bubbles and bailouts that happens without any democratic input
November 25, 2025 at 12:17 AM
"We are throwing half of our money in a well that legend has it will reward our tributes by making our wishes come true. We simply do not have any choice but to now throw the other half of our money in there too."
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November 24, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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We are doing 25% off in the shop this week, for all your stocking stuffer and fidget toy and geeky rainbow needs!
And because they might be our most popular item of 2025 (can't guess why) I made A LOT of clicky dumpster fires!
thebrokencircle.etsy...
And because they might be our most popular item of 2025 (can't guess why) I made A LOT of clicky dumpster fires!
thebrokencircle.etsy...
November 24, 2025 at 6:59 PM
We are doing 25% off in the shop this week, for all your stocking stuffer and fidget toy and geeky rainbow needs!
And because they might be our most popular item of 2025 (can't guess why) I made A LOT of clicky dumpster fires!
thebrokencircle.etsy...
And because they might be our most popular item of 2025 (can't guess why) I made A LOT of clicky dumpster fires!
thebrokencircle.etsy...
If you're doing online shopping in the next couple weeks (or just whenever), I have used Rakuten for several years and they do pay out as soon as you hit the threshold - when I remember to check them first 🤦♀️.
They used to be ebates.com if any of you remember that site.
They used to be ebates.com if any of you remember that site.
November 24, 2025 at 6:06 PM
If you're doing online shopping in the next couple weeks (or just whenever), I have used Rakuten for several years and they do pay out as soon as you hit the threshold - when I remember to check them first 🤦♀️.
They used to be ebates.com if any of you remember that site.
They used to be ebates.com if any of you remember that site.
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We’re excited to officially announce The James Patterson + Bookshop.org Prize 🏆 This award aims to uplift new literary voices, connect with booksellers, and support independent bookstores. Check out this feature in @peoplemag.bsky.social to learn more:
James Patterson and Bookshop.org Announce New Literary Prize for Debut Authors
James Patterson and Bookshop.org have launched a new literary prize. The James Patterson and Bookshop.org Prize honors books written by debut authors within the last 12 months, and are selected by ind...
people.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:43 PM
We’re excited to officially announce The James Patterson + Bookshop.org Prize 🏆 This award aims to uplift new literary voices, connect with booksellers, and support independent bookstores. Check out this feature in @peoplemag.bsky.social to learn more:
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I wonder how the "Vote Red Until You're Dead" constituents will react. Because when Dems grow demoralized and retire, they are replaced by moderate conservative DINOs. But Republicans shift to the right too. How much further right can you go if you've already hit the wall of fascism?
PUNCHBOWL: “.. GOP members messaged us over the weekend saying that they, too, are considering retiring in the middle of the term. Here’s one particularly exercised senior House Republican:
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November 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
I wonder how the "Vote Red Until You're Dead" constituents will react. Because when Dems grow demoralized and retire, they are replaced by moderate conservative DINOs. But Republicans shift to the right too. How much further right can you go if you've already hit the wall of fascism?
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13-17 feral hogs
November 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
13-17 feral hogs
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Paul and his work were the inspiration for LIE TO ME, where Paul served as a consultant. He was a lovely man, and I was lucky to know him. Rest in peace.
Paul Ekman died last week - I found out via @hillaryanger.bsky.social on FB. Surprised there's no NYT or WashPo obit.
I took a class with him and he was friends/coauthors with my friend's mom. Hugely impactful on the field. Too much to say in a skeet.
www.paulekman.com/blog/the-pas...
I took a class with him and he was friends/coauthors with my friend's mom. Hugely impactful on the field. Too much to say in a skeet.
www.paulekman.com/blog/the-pas...
The Passing of Dr. Paul Ekman
Dr. Paul Ekman, pioneer of emotion science and creator of FACS, has passed away at 91. Read his memorial and share reflections on his life and legacy.
www.paulekman.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Paul and his work were the inspiration for LIE TO ME, where Paul served as a consultant. He was a lovely man, and I was lucky to know him. Rest in peace.
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Jimmy Cliff did one of the very very early Tiny Desks in 2010, when the whole thing was still really getting figured out. youtu.be/QYtIT6J7G10?...
Jimmy Cliff: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert From The Archives
YouTube video by NPR Music
youtu.be
November 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Jimmy Cliff did one of the very very early Tiny Desks in 2010, when the whole thing was still really getting figured out. youtu.be/QYtIT6J7G10?...
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A friend who teaches theology shared with me a post about CS Lewis's Mere Christianity, which discusses foundational Christian logic across denominations. It reminded me of Dale's tweet below, and I wanted to share some thoughts here regarding modesty and respectability, which are often hot topics.
November 23, 2025 at 7:35 PM
A friend who teaches theology shared with me a post about CS Lewis's Mere Christianity, which discusses foundational Christian logic across denominations. It reminded me of Dale's tweet below, and I wanted to share some thoughts here regarding modesty and respectability, which are often hot topics.
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The amount of palantir and other crap military industrial complex advertising around DC right now is outta control
We’re like one minor financial crisis away from us wearing their patches and branding like gd nascar
We’re like one minor financial crisis away from us wearing their patches and branding like gd nascar
November 24, 2025 at 11:56 AM
The amount of palantir and other crap military industrial complex advertising around DC right now is outta control
We’re like one minor financial crisis away from us wearing their patches and branding like gd nascar
We’re like one minor financial crisis away from us wearing their patches and branding like gd nascar
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Watching Netflix’s Merry Little Ex-mas and I want a Christmas movie where the heroine gets to keep her career and go live in a city if she wants to!!
November 24, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Watching Netflix’s Merry Little Ex-mas and I want a Christmas movie where the heroine gets to keep her career and go live in a city if she wants to!!
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Feeling much safer now that ICE is ripping a baby from the arms of a father having a seizure, and then pretending he didn’t have a seizure and lied about it! Thank you, ICE!!!! 🫡🫡🫡
A man appeared to fall unconscious during an arrest while clutching a baby. ICE said the video people saw did not accurately represent the situation. The Dept of Homeland Security posted: "Imagine FAKING a seizure to help a criminal escape justice". They were taking his wife
ICE facing fierce backlash after video apparently shows unconscious man clutching child during arrest
Footage shows commotion inside vehicle in Massachusetts as desperate woman in passenger seat tries to awaken man
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Feeling much safer now that ICE is ripping a baby from the arms of a father having a seizure, and then pretending he didn’t have a seizure and lied about it! Thank you, ICE!!!! 🫡🫡🫡
The cake was a couple yellow layers and a couple chocolate layers, with a whipped chocolate filling between the layers.
November 23, 2025 at 10:05 PM
The cake was a couple yellow layers and a couple chocolate layers, with a whipped chocolate filling between the layers.