Tara
@twiseowl.bsky.social
Pet rescuer, used bookstore/ crystal shop manager, mother and grandmother.
“Crazy cat lady” or so I’ve been called.
I am here for conversation about life, books, animals, politics, nature and whatever else comes up. 💜
“Crazy cat lady” or so I’ve been called.
I am here for conversation about life, books, animals, politics, nature and whatever else comes up. 💜
That side eye lol. My hand stopped petting him so I could take the picture. Cash was not amused 😂😂
#bengalcat #sideeye #cat
#bengalcat #sideeye #cat
November 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
That side eye lol. My hand stopped petting him so I could take the picture. Cash was not amused 😂😂
#bengalcat #sideeye #cat
#bengalcat #sideeye #cat
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November 19, 2025 at 2:06 AM
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Asbury is rather liking his new role as a bookstore cat. He greets everyone who will allow it with hugs and kisses, and he enjoys the chairs immensely! He will transition well to loving housecat once he’s adopted. 😉
November 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Asbury is rather liking his new role as a bookstore cat. He greets everyone who will allow it with hugs and kisses, and he enjoys the chairs immensely! He will transition well to loving housecat once he’s adopted. 😉
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Stop in today to get your crystal fix! We are located in Portland, Indiana. Crystals, books, cats, and more! #crystalshop #gifts #giftsforher #supportlocal
November 18, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Stop in today to get your crystal fix! We are located in Portland, Indiana. Crystals, books, cats, and more! #crystalshop #gifts #giftsforher #supportlocal
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Do you love books, cats, crystals, or all three? Come see our store! We are located in Portland, in East Central Indiana. We have a donation based used bookstore with a large vintage area, plus a crystal shop. Proceeds go to help support our attached pet rescue. #bookstore #cats #crystals #books
November 17, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Do you love books, cats, crystals, or all three? Come see our store! We are located in Portland, in East Central Indiana. We have a donation based used bookstore with a large vintage area, plus a crystal shop. Proceeds go to help support our attached pet rescue. #bookstore #cats #crystals #books
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Think we’re just books and cats? Think again!
From crystals to dream catchers and everything in between — we’ve got gifts you won’t find anywhere else in Portland, Indiana.
Come shop small, shop local, and treat yourself — because you want it, and you can get it!
#giftsforher #crystalshop #bookstore
From crystals to dream catchers and everything in between — we’ve got gifts you won’t find anywhere else in Portland, Indiana.
Come shop small, shop local, and treat yourself — because you want it, and you can get it!
#giftsforher #crystalshop #bookstore
November 10, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Think we’re just books and cats? Think again!
From crystals to dream catchers and everything in between — we’ve got gifts you won’t find anywhere else in Portland, Indiana.
Come shop small, shop local, and treat yourself — because you want it, and you can get it!
#giftsforher #crystalshop #bookstore
From crystals to dream catchers and everything in between — we’ve got gifts you won’t find anywhere else in Portland, Indiana.
Come shop small, shop local, and treat yourself — because you want it, and you can get it!
#giftsforher #crystalshop #bookstore
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We now offer a variety of handmade items from local vendors in our store. Come check them out this week!
We will be open Tuesday through Saturday 12 to 4 and until at least 6 PM on Friday.
#handmade #gift #shoplocal #bookstore #crystalshop
We will be open Tuesday through Saturday 12 to 4 and until at least 6 PM on Friday.
#handmade #gift #shoplocal #bookstore #crystalshop
November 17, 2025 at 1:11 AM
We now offer a variety of handmade items from local vendors in our store. Come check them out this week!
We will be open Tuesday through Saturday 12 to 4 and until at least 6 PM on Friday.
#handmade #gift #shoplocal #bookstore #crystalshop
We will be open Tuesday through Saturday 12 to 4 and until at least 6 PM on Friday.
#handmade #gift #shoplocal #bookstore #crystalshop
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Everyone wants fluffy kittens, Siamese, calicos. But what about the rest?
Every year kittens are overlooked and then graduate to our free roam rooms. Some are shy, some plain, some special needs.
They still deserve a home. 
Please consider the ones left behind.
#overlooked #leftbehind #blind #cat
Every year kittens are overlooked and then graduate to our free roam rooms. Some are shy, some plain, some special needs.
They still deserve a home. 
Please consider the ones left behind.
#overlooked #leftbehind #blind #cat
November 17, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Everyone wants fluffy kittens, Siamese, calicos. But what about the rest?
Every year kittens are overlooked and then graduate to our free roam rooms. Some are shy, some plain, some special needs.
They still deserve a home. 
Please consider the ones left behind.
#overlooked #leftbehind #blind #cat
Every year kittens are overlooked and then graduate to our free roam rooms. Some are shy, some plain, some special needs.
They still deserve a home. 
Please consider the ones left behind.
#overlooked #leftbehind #blind #cat
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Keep your pets cozy this winter!
Just in, a lot of Self-Warming Pet Bed Inserts — perfect for pet shelters, garages or beds.
Non-electric, heat-reflective, and easy to clean!
Great for outdoor shelters or foster setups!
• Small – $1
• Large or XL – $2
We’re open Tues–Sat 12–4, and til 6 Fridays
Just in, a lot of Self-Warming Pet Bed Inserts — perfect for pet shelters, garages or beds.
Non-electric, heat-reflective, and easy to clean!
Great for outdoor shelters or foster setups!
• Small – $1
• Large or XL – $2
We’re open Tues–Sat 12–4, and til 6 Fridays
November 12, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Keep your pets cozy this winter!
Just in, a lot of Self-Warming Pet Bed Inserts — perfect for pet shelters, garages or beds.
Non-electric, heat-reflective, and easy to clean!
Great for outdoor shelters or foster setups!
• Small – $1
• Large or XL – $2
We’re open Tues–Sat 12–4, and til 6 Fridays
Just in, a lot of Self-Warming Pet Bed Inserts — perfect for pet shelters, garages or beds.
Non-electric, heat-reflective, and easy to clean!
Great for outdoor shelters or foster setups!
• Small – $1
• Large or XL – $2
We’re open Tues–Sat 12–4, and til 6 Fridays
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Cold weather is here. We’re getting calls daily about homeless kittens, but we are full.
We’re caring for over 200 cats & kittens. We cannot take in more until some of our current cats find homes.
Many of these littles won’t survive the cold.
Please help us make room for the others who need help.
We’re caring for over 200 cats & kittens. We cannot take in more until some of our current cats find homes.
Many of these littles won’t survive the cold.
Please help us make room for the others who need help.
November 9, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Cold weather is here. We’re getting calls daily about homeless kittens, but we are full.
We’re caring for over 200 cats & kittens. We cannot take in more until some of our current cats find homes.
Many of these littles won’t survive the cold.
Please help us make room for the others who need help.
We’re caring for over 200 cats & kittens. We cannot take in more until some of our current cats find homes.
Many of these littles won’t survive the cold.
Please help us make room for the others who need help.
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Amethyst goals 💎💜 You won’t find prices like ours anywhere else — come see for yourself! #amethyst #crystals #shoplocal #amethystlover
November 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Amethyst goals 💎💜 You won’t find prices like ours anywhere else — come see for yourself! #amethyst #crystals #shoplocal #amethystlover
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Add a little joy to your life with Typhoon, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/typhoon-72272128/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/typhoon-72272128/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
February 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Add a little joy to your life with Typhoon, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/typhoon-72272128/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/typhoon-72272128/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
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Add a little joy to your life with Ruby, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/ruby-52436462/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/ruby-52436462/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
March 25, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Add a little joy to your life with Ruby, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/ruby-52436462/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/ruby-52436462/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
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Meet your new feline friend, Popcorn, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/popcorn-52357076/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/popcorn-52357076/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
January 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Meet your new feline friend, Popcorn, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/popcorn-52357076/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/popcorn-52357076/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
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Ready to add a little purr to your life? Say hello to, Venus, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/venus-56434444/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/venus-56434444/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
July 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ready to add a little purr to your life? Say hello to, Venus, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/venus-56434444/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/venus-56434444/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
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Let the purrs and playful moments begin! Meet, Veni, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/veni-75372249/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/veni-75372249/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
September 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Let the purrs and playful moments begin! Meet, Veni, located in Portland, IN.
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/veni-75372249/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
Learn more: https://www.petfinder.com/cat/veni-75372249/in/portland/midwest-pet-refuge-in630/
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So many beautiful crystals available in our store now! We have greatly increased our inventory after our move. Our prices are reasonable, and you can also shop for books, plants, pet supplies, or check out the adoptable cats! #crystal
October 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
So many beautiful crystals available in our store now! We have greatly increased our inventory after our move. Our prices are reasonable, and you can also shop for books, plants, pet supplies, or check out the adoptable cats! #crystal
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We are drowning in kittens in all ages colors! Most of them are spayed/ neutered or will be before adoption. Our adoption fee is only $75 and it includes the neuter, vaccinations, microchip, flea/ worm medicine and anything else they need. #kitten #cat #adopt #rescue #drowninginkittens #kittenseason
October 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
We are drowning in kittens in all ages colors! Most of them are spayed/ neutered or will be before adoption. Our adoption fee is only $75 and it includes the neuter, vaccinations, microchip, flea/ worm medicine and anything else they need. #kitten #cat #adopt #rescue #drowninginkittens #kittenseason
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Aurora has been waiting for her forever home for a couple years now. She is very sweet. Unfortunately black cats often get looked over. We end up with a lot of black and tabby cats that don’t get adopted. ☹️
#blackcat #adopt #catrescue #rescuecat
#blackcat #adopt #catrescue #rescuecat
September 6, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Aurora has been waiting for her forever home for a couple years now. She is very sweet. Unfortunately black cats often get looked over. We end up with a lot of black and tabby cats that don’t get adopted. ☹️
#blackcat #adopt #catrescue #rescuecat
#blackcat #adopt #catrescue #rescuecat
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If you're 60, 69.1% of all job growth since your birth occurred under Democratic administrations.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
September 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM
If you're 60, 69.1% of all job growth since your birth occurred under Democratic administrations.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
If you're 45, that number is 74.7%.
If you're under 28, the number is 100%.
Happy Labor Day.
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Little crystal chip trees now available!
We are open Tuesday through Saturday 12 until at least 4 PM and Fridays until at least 6 PM
Located at 601 North Charles St., Portland, IN.
Books and cats and crystals!
See you soon!
We are open Tuesday through Saturday 12 until at least 4 PM and Fridays until at least 6 PM
Located at 601 North Charles St., Portland, IN.
Books and cats and crystals!
See you soon!
September 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Little crystal chip trees now available!
We are open Tuesday through Saturday 12 until at least 4 PM and Fridays until at least 6 PM
Located at 601 North Charles St., Portland, IN.
Books and cats and crystals!
See you soon!
We are open Tuesday through Saturday 12 until at least 4 PM and Fridays until at least 6 PM
Located at 601 North Charles St., Portland, IN.
Books and cats and crystals!
See you soon!
We had several people asking if we would get this in. We finally were able to obtain one piece! Who’s going to get it first?
Yes, we got #Moldavite in. Yes, it’s a tiny piece. Yes, it’s fairly rare and hard to come by. And yes, it is expensive! 😉
“Moldavite is formed from molten rock ejected during a meteorite impact in Germany 15 million years ago. It was scattered across Germany, the Czech Republic and Austria.”
“Moldavite is formed from molten rock ejected during a meteorite impact in Germany 15 million years ago. It was scattered across Germany, the Czech Republic and Austria.”
August 31, 2025 at 2:27 PM
We had several people asking if we would get this in. We finally were able to obtain one piece! Who’s going to get it first?
You’ve got to see this girl to believe her! She is massive! A little smaller than a bowling ball, but still one huge chunk of obsidian! And so reflective! I had to hide just to get the picture without me in it! 😂😂
Hubba Hubba! Check out this chonky obsidian girl! Talk about a statement piece!
She’s 6” across, too big for our food scale to weigh and comes with her stand. She is gorgeous and only $140. Would hate to see what shops in bigger cities would price her! 😉
#crystals #crystalshop #obsidian #bookstore
She’s 6” across, too big for our food scale to weigh and comes with her stand. She is gorgeous and only $140. Would hate to see what shops in bigger cities would price her! 😉
#crystals #crystalshop #obsidian #bookstore
August 31, 2025 at 2:27 PM
You’ve got to see this girl to believe her! She is massive! A little smaller than a bowling ball, but still one huge chunk of obsidian! And so reflective! I had to hide just to get the picture without me in it! 😂😂
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August 31, 2025 at 2:19 PM