Oakenstone

a pack of kittens closes in a a large dog standing on a chair

David Attenborough [whispering]:

“As the predators close in on their helpless prey, we can only watch in silent horror, for it is not man’s role to interfere in the hierarchy of nature.”

A heather grey t-shirt featuring a picture of a trout and a humorous, scrambled version of the "Give a man a fish" proverb that reads: "BUY A MAN EAT FISH, HE DAY, TEACH FISH MAN TO A LIFETIME."

Tonight's Low Quality Ad is for this very motivational Fish Shirt. Words to live by.
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Recently I have been explaining the federated universe (Mastodon/BlueSky) to folks and realized I've not posted in awhile. I have some social media burnout I admit, but I am still here and available. Please continue to send those awesome dog/cat videos and Bird pictures!

#social #fediverse

YouTube video by Adam Ben Ezra Cosmic Nomad - Adam Ben Ezra ft. Michael Olivera - (Heavy Drops Album)

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This is a test of the emergency broadcast system. This is only a test. If this had been an actual post it would have been far more interesting.

Even though the leaves have mostly fallen, it still remains a lovely day. The wind off the water makes it feel much cooler and the winter sun has no heat. I am not fooled. Hope your day is just as sunny and pleasant.
#nature #photography

Fall colors

It may be November, but the trees are still lovely.
#autumn #fall #nature #photography

Campfire with vivid colors

Blessed Samhain for those who practice. Happy Halloween for the rest.
#samhain #halloween #campfire #nature

YouTube video by Foggy Mountain Spaceship "Linus and Lucy", played on banjos

Something to lighten up your day. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwXC...

Lovely fall colors on the tress outside the office.

View from the office today. Looks pleasant, but don't let appearances fool you. It's a balmy 39 Degrees outside. However, inside, with a warm cup of coffee, the view is really nice!
#autumn #nature #photography

#nature #photography

Squirrel having breakfast.

This fella says hi to me every morning at the office. Not too plump yet so it might be a mild winter this year?

Pictures from yesterday's walk. The fall colors are really beautiful right now.
#nature #photography #autumn

Multicolor campfires

Multicolor campfires

How are you spending your Friday night?
#campfire #nature #photography

Picture of a sunset on the lake.

One of the last days on the lake, before we took out the pier for the season.

After every rainy day is the promise of better days.
#Autumn #Fall #photography

#InternationalDayOfPeace
#ThichNhatHanh
##zen #peace

Social media is shattering America's understanding of Charlie Kirk's death There is a deep schism in how Americans understand the assassination that took place a little more than a week ago and that gap is being widened by social media.

A grim, bit good reminder not to judge too quickly
#politics

Social media is splitting views of Charlie Kirk’s death www.npr.org/2025/09/20/n...

Sesquiterpene metabolites from Pogostemon cablin leaf essential oil as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors: An integrated computational and phytochemical study - PubMed Neurological disorders are the major factor of dementia worldwide, presenting significant and escalating challenges to global healthcare systems. Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a leading cause of dementi...

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#healthcare #pachouli #mentalhealth

A rainbow appears between two trees.

Just a picture from the other day to remind myself that regardless of how I might feel in the moment, life is neutral and magnificent all on its own.
#nature #photography

Interactive ‘ICE Detention Map’ shows 71% of detainees have no criminal record The detention map extracts immigration data that ICE is legally required to publish to let anyone see stats on detainees across the country.

Interactive ‘ICE Detention Map’ shows 71% of detainees have no criminal record | Read full article at san.com/cc/interacti...

This is my 95-year-old neighbor. He's been living alone since his wife passed away from cancer, and not long ago, he also lost his loyal companion dog. Now, every day, our chicken Hei Hei escapes the yard just to visit him. She sits with him, accepts treats, and lets him pet her like an old

Denmark Makes History: Your Face and Voice Are Now Your Intellectual Property Europe's First Digital Identity Protection Law Tackles the Deepfake Crisis Denmark is poised to become the first European nation to grant citizens copyright control over their own faces, voices, and ...

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Beavers pause while chewing trees to listen for movements so that the tree doesn't fall on them.

A flock of flamingos walking together.

This is how the world should be.

Bravo! Two dogs herding hundreds of sheep into the pen without missing a single one.

A Timelapse of a kitten's growth.