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Barb Tomlin
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Geeky Artist, Digital Content Creator, Certified Life Coach, Small Business Advocate, Hot Air and Gas Ballooning Passionista
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fractalic.bsky.social
A future vision of a different kind of flying #fractal. This 3D Mandelbox #balloon evokes gothic cathedrals and luscious timeless psychedelia.
#artAdventCalendar #Blueskyartshow #openhouse
Side view of a hotair balloon mockup featuring a Mandelbox fractal design Bottom view of a hotair balloon mockup featuring a Mandelbox fractal design Top view of a hotair balloon mockup featuring a Mandelbox fractal design
December 21, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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visitgallup.bsky.social
Whether your interests lie in culture, history, sports and outdoor activities, shopping, or exploring the beauty of the Southwest, Gallup has it all - www.visitgallup.com/...

#VisitGallup #NewMexico #travel #facts #smalltownUSA #Route66 #roadtrip #vacation
Fun Facts About Gallup, New Mexico - Visit Gallup
Wondering what Gallup, NM is known for? Check out these 10 fun facts about Gallup to discover what America's Most Patriotic Small Town is famous for.
www.visitgallup.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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rozspirations.bsky.social
When things get to be too much, YOU MUST learn to... CELEBRATE YOU! (((Self Kindness Counts))) ~Roz Fruchtman
#RozSpirations #Kindness #Encouragement #Positivity #Inspiration #SelfCare #Quotes

Isn't it time to start giving yourself the credit YOU DESERVE for your successes???
December 16, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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visitgallup.bsky.social
Originally founded by the Richardson brothers in 1913, Richardson Trading Post has evolved over more than a century. The store is packed with thousands of items, and the sheer volume and quality of its authentic art give it a museum-like feel.

#VisitGallup #NativeAmerican #art #handmade #NewMexico
December 16, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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mayaai.bsky.social
Image created on the #nightcafe app #aiart #aiartcommunity #aiartwork #aiartist #dragontuesday
December 16, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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rozspirations.bsky.social
Each day is a new opportunity to become a BETTER YOU! ~Roz Fruchtman
#RozSpirations #Encouragement #Positivity #Inspiration #SelfCare #Quotes

When your mind is open, you will find your own unique opportunities in the most unexpected places!
December 16, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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brett-baudin.bsky.social
#aiart #promptshare
Title: "Sweet Evergreen"
Style: Whimsical illustration, food art
Prompt in ALT
A whimsical illustration of a magnificent Christmas tree constructed entirely from colorful sweets, featuring layers of rainbow gumdrops, striped candy canes as branches, chocolate bar trunk segments, and sugar cookies as ornamental accents. The tree is dusted with powdered sugar "snow" and decorated with glistening icing drizzles, while edible ornaments in vibrant reds, greens, blues, and golds dangle from every branch. The magical confectionery scene is set in a candy wonderland room with towering lollipop columns, gingerbread walls decorated with icing details, and furniture crafted from oversized bonbons and peppermint sticks. Bright, cheerful lighting bathes the entire scene in a warm glow, creating rainbow reflections off the glossy candy surfaces and casting playful shadows that enhance the sweet, dreamlike atmosphere.
December 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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rozspirations.bsky.social
Flexibility saves lives... Stress kills! ~Roz Fruchtman
#RozSpirations #Kindness #Encouragement #Positivity #Inspiration #SelfCare #Quotes

On a personal level, I can tell you... Stress is not a joke and nothing to make light of. Protect yourself at all costs!
December 16, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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rozspirations.bsky.social
NEVER FORGET TO BE THE PERSON YOU WISH OTHERS WERE! (LEAD BY EXAMPLE) ~Roz Fruchtman
#RozSpirations #Encouragement #Positivity #Inspiration #SelfCare #Quotes

You only have control over who & what you are. Always strive to be the BEST YOU, YOU can be!
December 16, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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fractalic.bsky.social
Actually intoxicated by color
#ArtAdventCalendar
Fractal balloon at night, glowing a ghostly greenish color, illuminated internally by LEDs
December 8, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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fractalic.bsky.social
Fractal balloon “Fibonacci” hovers over a mountain lake as its perfect symmetry is mirrored in the water below. #ArtAdventCalendar
Fractal printed balloon hovers over a mountainous lake with its reflection in the water below
December 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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fractalic.bsky.social
Next-level balloon glow, with LEDs. “Ballumination”!
December 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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tommykrasker.bsky.social
An early morning visit to the hot air balloon festival. It was the best!
Coachella Valley hot air balloon festival Coachella Valley hot air balloon festival
November 23, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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kaydendeen.bsky.social
View from my hot air balloon overlooking Middle Falls in Letchworth State Park located in New York State. #letchworthstatepark #letchworth #middlefalls #waterfall #waterfalls #newyorkstate #hotairballoon #geneseeriver #newyork #nature #water
Overhead view of a waterfall with a multicolored hot air balloon hovering over the falls.
November 27, 2025 at 12:49 AM
barbtusa.bsky.social
Still concerned about this story.
November 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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brett-baudin.bsky.social
#aiart #promptshare
Title: Dance of the Ancestors
Style: Indigenous ledger art (hand-drawn, narrative details) meets contemporary illustration (soft colors, spiritual symbolism)
Prompt in ALT
An indigenous ledger art-style illustration depicting a Native American dancer in traditional regalia performing a sacred ceremony at a powwow, rendered with contemporary soft colors and spiritual symbolism. The dancer stands centered in the composition, adorned with eagle feathers in their hair and wearing ceremonial dress embroidered with intricate star and animal beadwork that catches gentle sunlight. A subtle, ethereal aura of golden light emanates from the dancer's form as they move gracefully, while tribal elders with traditional drums create a reverent circle in the background. Above, a majestic hawk soars through the warm daylight sky, completing the vertical balance of the scene and adding to the sacred atmosphere filled with the spiritual essence of sage smoke.
November 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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UPS, FedEx ground MD-11 cargo planes after deadly crash
UPS and FedEx have grounded their fleets of MD-11 cargo planes following a deadly UPS crash in Louisville, Kentucky, that killed 14 people. The aircraft, carrying 38,000 gallons of fuel, burst into fl...
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November 8, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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fractalic.bsky.social
Glimpses of a crazy gothic Mandelbox fractal hot air balloon, just some ideas I’m playing with. Not there yet, but I’m having fun…
Front view of a hypothetical fractal balloon based on the 3d Mandelbox fractal Bottom view Top view
October 29, 2025 at 6:32 AM
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fractalic.bsky.social
A beautiful flight early this morning, launched almost an hour before sunrise in total darkness. My first ever #DawnPatrol - amazing!
Fractal balloon glowing in the predawn sky Balloon glowing in the predawn skies with the lights of Albuquerque and the Manzano mountains in the background Balloon in the predawn skies over the Rio Grande river with city lights in the background Headlights of cars traveling westbound on I40 as the sun prepares to rise above Albuquerque
November 2, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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bsky.app
v1.109 is rolling out today! #NewProfilePic

We've given the app a mini makeover with some new shades of blues! Plus, a whole bunch of bug fixes and performance improvements to make your experience better.
The updated Bluesky app icon.
October 27, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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40,000,013 users on Bluesky 80.00003% of 50,000,000 user goal (currently estimated in ~522.3 days)
October 31, 2025 at 6:34 PM
barbtusa.bsky.social
Your worth consists in what you are and not in what you have.
- Thomas Edison #quote
October 18, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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visitgallup.bsky.social
Spectacular scenery/geology day trips near Gallup. 😍

Shiprock & Bisti Badlands - New Mexico from Above 2016 - DJI Phantom Aerial - youtu.be/pZw2zg-gHLI

#VisitGallup #daytrip #travel #weekendgetaway #geology #geologygeek #roadtrip
Shiprock & Bisti Badlands - New Mexico from Above 2016 - DJI Phamtom Aerial
Music Credits: Patriot Games Soundtrack - Harry's Game / Closing Credits ~ James Horner
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October 15, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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visitgallup.bsky.social
Experience the magic of the Red Rock Balloon Rally through "Colorful Skies and Red Rocks," a photographic retrospective celebrating Gallup’s most vibrant event. This exhibit delves into the rally's community spirit, the science of ballooning & the unique geology of Red Rock Park. #NewMexico #Gallup
October 16, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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fractalic.bsky.social
Seems like the world could use more peace, joy and beauty, so I decided to fly a tiedyed peace banner at #BalloonFiesta. Did it help? I don’t know, but I hope it inspired some people. The world needs artists, this much I know.
October 15, 2025 at 4:14 AM