Micki Writes
@mickiwrites.bsky.social
Author, poet, musician, & activist against racism, white supremacy, MAGA cruelty, & fascism. Proudly 'W.O.K.E.' (Wishing. Only. Kindness. Empathy.)
Watch Tod Maffin's short video on YouTube at this link:
www.youtube.com/shorts/7vV61...
@todmaffin.com
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#todmaffin #canada #checksandbalances #canadiangovernment #poilievre #MAGA #fascism #canadaisnotbroken #thewiringwithinthewalls #video
www.youtube.com/shorts/7vV61...
@todmaffin.com
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#todmaffin #canada #checksandbalances #canadiangovernment #poilievre #MAGA #fascism #canadaisnotbroken #thewiringwithinthewalls #video
December 9, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Watch Tod Maffin's short video on YouTube at this link:
www.youtube.com/shorts/7vV61...
@todmaffin.com
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#todmaffin #canada #checksandbalances #canadiangovernment #poilievre #MAGA #fascism #canadaisnotbroken #thewiringwithinthewalls #video
www.youtube.com/shorts/7vV61...
@todmaffin.com
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#todmaffin #canada #checksandbalances #canadiangovernment #poilievre #MAGA #fascism #canadaisnotbroken #thewiringwithinthewalls #video
2 of our authors will be at the "Made With Love" Christmas market in Courtenay - Dec 14th, 2025, 10-4. Lynn will be selling our book & her artwork, Christmas cards, decorations, cozy head warmers. Please support our local creators, find meaningful gifts, & enjoy a day surrounded by community! ❤
December 7, 2025 at 8:47 PM
2 of our authors will be at the "Made With Love" Christmas market in Courtenay - Dec 14th, 2025, 10-4. Lynn will be selling our book & her artwork, Christmas cards, decorations, cozy head warmers. Please support our local creators, find meaningful gifts, & enjoy a day surrounded by community! ❤
"Many have followed the proper legal channels to seek asylum or citizenship, only to be met with intimidation, detention, or even abduction by masked ICE agents at the very courthouses where they are required to appear."
Read article here: substack.com/home/post/p-...
#immigrants #immigration #usa
Read article here: substack.com/home/post/p-...
#immigrants #immigration #usa
December 7, 2025 at 4:17 AM
"Many have followed the proper legal channels to seek asylum or citizenship, only to be met with intimidation, detention, or even abduction by masked ICE agents at the very courthouses where they are required to appear."
Read article here: substack.com/home/post/p-...
#immigrants #immigration #usa
Read article here: substack.com/home/post/p-...
#immigrants #immigration #usa
Order your copy at: www.mulberrybushbooks.com
Or inquire through our website: www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#somethinghaschanged #booklaunch #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #giftsforwomen #christmasgiftideas
Or inquire through our website: www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#somethinghaschanged #booklaunch #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #giftsforwomen #christmasgiftideas
December 5, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Order your copy at: www.mulberrybushbooks.com
Or inquire through our website: www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#somethinghaschanged #booklaunch #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #giftsforwomen #christmasgiftideas
Or inquire through our website: www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#somethinghaschanged #booklaunch #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #giftsforwomen #christmasgiftideas
This is a photo I took at 2 am, a few years ago, after shoveling our driveway when my husband was out of town. I remember the stillness, the silence, the peace... afterwards, I wrote this simple little poem.
www.mickifindlaywrites.com
#poem #winter #tree #snow #poetry #night #mickifindlay #peace
www.mickifindlaywrites.com
#poem #winter #tree #snow #poetry #night #mickifindlay #peace
December 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM
This is a photo I took at 2 am, a few years ago, after shoveling our driveway when my husband was out of town. I remember the stillness, the silence, the peace... afterwards, I wrote this simple little poem.
www.mickifindlaywrites.com
#poem #winter #tree #snow #poetry #night #mickifindlay #peace
www.mickifindlaywrites.com
#poem #winter #tree #snow #poetry #night #mickifindlay #peace
Read @johnpavlovitz article on Substack at this link:
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#johnpavlovitz #thanksgiving #gratitude #article #activism #inspiration #positivity #hope #courage
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#johnpavlovitz #thanksgiving #gratitude #article #activism #inspiration #positivity #hope #courage
November 28, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Read @johnpavlovitz article on Substack at this link:
open.substack.com/pub/johnpavl...
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#johnpavlovitz #thanksgiving #gratitude #article #activism #inspiration #positivity #hope #courage
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#johnpavlovitz #thanksgiving #gratitude #article #activism #inspiration #positivity #hope #courage
Thanks to all who joined us for 'Holiday Magic At Mulberry'! 💚❄️🔔🎁 ❤️
#holidaymagicatmulberry #somethinghaschanged #localauthors #booklaunch #newbook #vancouverislandauthors #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #christmasgifts #giftsforwomen #womenauthors #canadianauthors #thankyou #livereading
#holidaymagicatmulberry #somethinghaschanged #localauthors #booklaunch #newbook #vancouverislandauthors #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #christmasgifts #giftsforwomen #womenauthors #canadianauthors #thankyou #livereading
November 26, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Thanks to all who joined us for 'Holiday Magic At Mulberry'! 💚❄️🔔🎁 ❤️
#holidaymagicatmulberry #somethinghaschanged #localauthors #booklaunch #newbook #vancouverislandauthors #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #christmasgifts #giftsforwomen #womenauthors #canadianauthors #thankyou #livereading
#holidaymagicatmulberry #somethinghaschanged #localauthors #booklaunch #newbook #vancouverislandauthors #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #christmasgifts #giftsforwomen #womenauthors #canadianauthors #thankyou #livereading
Those of us who recognized the evil Trump was capable of & made the comparison years ago, were often ridiculed for it. But my conscience would not allow me to stay silent. Many underestimated both of these men, which is how they were able to rise to power. If only we would learn from our mistakes.
November 20, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Those of us who recognized the evil Trump was capable of & made the comparison years ago, were often ridiculed for it. But my conscience would not allow me to stay silent. Many underestimated both of these men, which is how they were able to rise to power. If only we would learn from our mistakes.
What a shame we humans don't seem to learn from our mistakes.
November 20, 2025 at 9:52 PM
What a shame we humans don't seem to learn from our mistakes.
"When it comes to the bigger things like religion, relationships, identity, or politics, we often cling to beliefs as if they were immovable boulders." (Read my full article on Substack): mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/emergence
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#emergence #courage #question #freedom #religion #control #article
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#emergence #courage #question #freedom #religion #control #article
November 18, 2025 at 8:56 AM
"When it comes to the bigger things like religion, relationships, identity, or politics, we often cling to beliefs as if they were immovable boulders." (Read my full article on Substack): mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/emergence
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#emergence #courage #question #freedom #religion #control #article
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#emergence #courage #question #freedom #religion #control #article
"In a time when truth is buried, diversity is demonized, and basic human decency is being obliterated by a narcissistic, corrupt president, it is more urgent than ever to remember the people who spent their lives building a better world." Read article here: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/honouring-...
November 13, 2025 at 9:07 PM
"In a time when truth is buried, diversity is demonized, and basic human decency is being obliterated by a narcissistic, corrupt president, it is more urgent than ever to remember the people who spent their lives building a better world." Read article here: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/honouring-...
I'm delighted to announce that our #newbook, #SomethingHasChanged', is now for sale at #CourtyardCoffee in #QualicumBeach!
Come in for the best coffee in QB & check out our book!
"Something Has Changed - a timeless and perfect #holiday #gift, filled to the brim with courage and #inspiration.”
Come in for the best coffee in QB & check out our book!
"Something Has Changed - a timeless and perfect #holiday #gift, filled to the brim with courage and #inspiration.”
November 8, 2025 at 9:25 AM
I'm delighted to announce that our #newbook, #SomethingHasChanged', is now for sale at #CourtyardCoffee in #QualicumBeach!
Come in for the best coffee in QB & check out our book!
"Something Has Changed - a timeless and perfect #holiday #gift, filled to the brim with courage and #inspiration.”
Come in for the best coffee in QB & check out our book!
"Something Has Changed - a timeless and perfect #holiday #gift, filled to the brim with courage and #inspiration.”
Our new book #SomethingHasChanged is certainly getting around! Thanks First Edition book club for purchasing our book! Join us for a live reading at:
“HOLIDAY MAGIC AT MULBERRY”
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 pm.
130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC.
FB Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/37894...
“HOLIDAY MAGIC AT MULBERRY”
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 pm.
130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC.
FB Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/37894...
November 7, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Our new book #SomethingHasChanged is certainly getting around! Thanks First Edition book club for purchasing our book! Join us for a live reading at:
“HOLIDAY MAGIC AT MULBERRY”
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 pm.
130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC.
FB Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/37894...
“HOLIDAY MAGIC AT MULBERRY”
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 pm.
130 W 2nd Ave, Qualicum Beach, BC.
FB Event Link: www.facebook.com/events/37894...
This is why...
❤ Micki, Debra, Jacqui, Lynn, and Ramona www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#penpals #somethinghaschanged #newbook #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #bestbook #memoir #truestories #poetry #poems #booklaunch #christmasgiftsforher #womensupportingwomen #canadianauthors #canadianwriters
❤ Micki, Debra, Jacqui, Lynn, and Ramona www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#penpals #somethinghaschanged #newbook #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #bestbook #memoir #truestories #poetry #poems #booklaunch #christmasgiftsforher #womensupportingwomen #canadianauthors #canadianwriters
November 1, 2025 at 11:50 PM
This is why...
❤ Micki, Debra, Jacqui, Lynn, and Ramona www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#penpals #somethinghaschanged #newbook #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #bestbook #memoir #truestories #poetry #poems #booklaunch #christmasgiftsforher #womensupportingwomen #canadianauthors #canadianwriters
❤ Micki, Debra, Jacqui, Lynn, and Ramona www.somethinghaschanged.ca
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#penpals #somethinghaschanged #newbook #giftsforreaders #giftsforbooklovers #bestbook #memoir #truestories #poetry #poems #booklaunch #christmasgiftsforher #womensupportingwomen #canadianauthors #canadianwriters
Something Has Changed – Live Reading Event
Heartache becomes poetry. Trauma becomes art. Inspiration takes center stage. Join us at Mulberry Bush Bookstore for a soul-stirring Christmas gathering. Hot cider, mystery gifts, music & more! RSVP now - seating is limited! Email: [email protected]
Heartache becomes poetry. Trauma becomes art. Inspiration takes center stage. Join us at Mulberry Bush Bookstore for a soul-stirring Christmas gathering. Hot cider, mystery gifts, music & more! RSVP now - seating is limited! Email: [email protected]
October 30, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Something Has Changed – Live Reading Event
Heartache becomes poetry. Trauma becomes art. Inspiration takes center stage. Join us at Mulberry Bush Bookstore for a soul-stirring Christmas gathering. Hot cider, mystery gifts, music & more! RSVP now - seating is limited! Email: [email protected]
Heartache becomes poetry. Trauma becomes art. Inspiration takes center stage. Join us at Mulberry Bush Bookstore for a soul-stirring Christmas gathering. Hot cider, mystery gifts, music & more! RSVP now - seating is limited! Email: [email protected]
Join us for an intimate holiday gathering featuring a live reading of 'Something Has Changed'. Hot cider, music, mystery gifts, door prize, & inspiring, powerful storytelling & poetry. Mulberry Bush Bookstore, Qualicum - Nov 24, 6:30. Space is limited - RSVP early to reserve: [email protected]
October 28, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Join us for an intimate holiday gathering featuring a live reading of 'Something Has Changed'. Hot cider, music, mystery gifts, door prize, & inspiring, powerful storytelling & poetry. Mulberry Bush Bookstore, Qualicum - Nov 24, 6:30. Space is limited - RSVP early to reserve: [email protected]
Tod Maffin’s video is stunning - painful, powerful, and vital. Thanks to all who helped launch our petition against Bill C-2. We did it but the fight’s not over. Let’s reject Trump-style policies and protect our Charter, democracy, and human rights. Sign & share: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
October 25, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Tod Maffin’s video is stunning - painful, powerful, and vital. Thanks to all who helped launch our petition against Bill C-2. We did it but the fight’s not over. Let’s reject Trump-style policies and protect our Charter, democracy, and human rights. Sign & share: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
Thanks #Parksville! & those who drove from Qualicum, Errington, Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, Bowser, Port Alberni, & Comox. And our New York friends!
❤️Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup #protest #myelbowsup #elbowsupcanada #elbowsupvanisle #rally #canada
❤️Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup #protest #myelbowsup #elbowsupcanada #elbowsupvanisle #rally #canada
October 19, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Thanks #Parksville! & those who drove from Qualicum, Errington, Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, Bowser, Port Alberni, & Comox. And our New York friends!
❤️Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup #protest #myelbowsup #elbowsupcanada #elbowsupvanisle #rally #canada
❤️Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #elbowsup #protest #myelbowsup #elbowsupcanada #elbowsupvanisle #rally #canada
Thanks Gord!
Gord Johns is a rare kind of politician who actually takes the time to listen & reply to his constituents, & follows through with his commitments. So refreshing! See everyone tomorrow, Oct 18, 11:30, Parksville. Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #protest #parksville
Gord Johns is a rare kind of politician who actually takes the time to listen & reply to his constituents, & follows through with his commitments. So refreshing! See everyone tomorrow, Oct 18, 11:30, Parksville. Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #protest #parksville
October 17, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Thanks Gord!
Gord Johns is a rare kind of politician who actually takes the time to listen & reply to his constituents, & follows through with his commitments. So refreshing! See everyone tomorrow, Oct 18, 11:30, Parksville. Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #protest #parksville
Gord Johns is a rare kind of politician who actually takes the time to listen & reply to his constituents, & follows through with his commitments. So refreshing! See everyone tomorrow, Oct 18, 11:30, Parksville. Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
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#nokings #notyrants #protest #parksville
Join us this Saturday! October 18th, 11:30 am - In front of Serious Coffee/Heritage Centre - 1209 Island Hwy E. Parksville, BC
Event link: www.facebook.com/events/79556...
❤ Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle
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#nokings #notyrants #parksville #protest #oct18 #elbowsupvanisle #elbowsupcanada #elbowsup
Event link: www.facebook.com/events/79556...
❤ Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle
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#nokings #notyrants #parksville #protest #oct18 #elbowsupvanisle #elbowsupcanada #elbowsup
October 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Join us this Saturday! October 18th, 11:30 am - In front of Serious Coffee/Heritage Centre - 1209 Island Hwy E. Parksville, BC
Event link: www.facebook.com/events/79556...
❤ Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle
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#nokings #notyrants #parksville #protest #oct18 #elbowsupvanisle #elbowsupcanada #elbowsup
Event link: www.facebook.com/events/79556...
❤ Micki - Elbows Up Van Isle
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#nokings #notyrants #parksville #protest #oct18 #elbowsupvanisle #elbowsupcanada #elbowsup
"I believe that if your faith leads you to judge, exclude, or shame others for who they are – then your faith is broken and your religion is a farce." Article link: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/is-it-chri...
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#christianity #religion #jesus #bible #truth #hypocrisy #farright #politics #maga #trump
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#christianity #religion #jesus #bible #truth #hypocrisy #farright #politics #maga #trump
October 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
"I believe that if your faith leads you to judge, exclude, or shame others for who they are – then your faith is broken and your religion is a farce." Article link: mickiwrites4u.substack.com/p/is-it-chri...
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#christianity #religion #jesus #bible #truth #hypocrisy #farright #politics #maga #trump
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#christianity #religion #jesus #bible #truth #hypocrisy #farright #politics #maga #trump
Lynn McEwan is one of the #Canadian authors for our powerful, #newbook, Something Has Changed - penned on Van Isle BC. (Lynn's own artwork.)
#SomethingHasChanged features true #stories, poetry, haiku, 50-word reflections, all woven together with raw emotion, wit & wisdom. www.somethinghaschanged.ca
#SomethingHasChanged features true #stories, poetry, haiku, 50-word reflections, all woven together with raw emotion, wit & wisdom. www.somethinghaschanged.ca
October 15, 2025 at 5:11 AM
Lynn McEwan is one of the #Canadian authors for our powerful, #newbook, Something Has Changed - penned on Van Isle BC. (Lynn's own artwork.)
#SomethingHasChanged features true #stories, poetry, haiku, 50-word reflections, all woven together with raw emotion, wit & wisdom. www.somethinghaschanged.ca
#SomethingHasChanged features true #stories, poetry, haiku, 50-word reflections, all woven together with raw emotion, wit & wisdom. www.somethinghaschanged.ca
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS peaceful #protest in #Parksville Rally: 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand with us: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
October 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS peaceful #protest in #Parksville Rally: 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand with us: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Info: www.elbowsupvanisle.ca
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS #protest in #Parksville 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine. Stand with us! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Protest Info: www.mickifindlaywrites.com/elbowsupvanisle
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Protest Info: www.mickifindlaywrites.com/elbowsupvanisle
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
October 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Join us #Oct18 for #NOKINGS - #NOTYRANTS #protest in #Parksville 11:30 am @ Heritage Centre. Stand: 12–2 pm along hwy- rain/shine. Stand with us! ❤️💪
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Protest Info: www.mickifindlaywrites.com/elbowsupvanisle
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525
Read article: substack.com/home/post/p-... Protest Info: www.mickifindlaywrites.com/elbowsupvanisle
FB Event: www.facebook.com/events/795569889947525