Dorothy

Writing is thinking.

Remembering John Lewis on what would have been his 86th Birthday.

“Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.”

-Lewis🕊️

Influencers? The three Fates who weave, measure, and cut the whispere-thin yet iron-strong threades that bynde togethir all of spacetyme and that spelle out, yn sorcerous glyphs unreadable to any save those three, everyethinge that ys, was, or will be? Aye, Ich knowe of influencers.

The firste parte of *Beowulf* ys prettye grippinge but the secounde parte doth dragon a bit

A picture of bad bunny with the word love

Bad Bunny understood the assignment…

Black History Month is a time to recognize the lived, shared experience of all Black folks who have fundamentally shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America. It’s about taking an unvarnished look at the past so that we can create a better future.

I've always liked the 'Bridled' form of Guillemot, but to get a photo of 2 together on Inner Farne in 2019 was special!. #SuperSeabirdSunday

Was just bemoaning how tense the day was while also grading a grammar assignment :)

Screenshot of a CNBC headline that reads: “How device hoarding by Americans is costing economy.” The subtext says Americans are holding onto devices longer than ever, which may be smart for consumers but can reduce productivity.

If a phone still works fine, it’s not “device hoarding” to keep using it. It’s common sense.

@crankyoldcrackpot.bsky.social I love this definition of HOPE!

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The Mayor is here at hand.

Same.

Mr. Rogers during his last broadcast:

"I know how tough it is some days to look with hope and confidence on the months and years ahead. But I would like to tell you what I often told you when you were much younger. I like you just the way you are."

The New Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary 12th Ed.

Technically, this is a book of spells.

I dread grading writing tasks. It makes me feel insane. Every time.
It is also the most human act, the most compassionate part of teaching for me.
Reading and deeply responding to the words of a young person.
Why would I ever give that up to an AI?

Just a thought: How about we stop shaming the poor for buying things that may not be essential, and start shaming the rich for making a profit off things that are essential?

Me too chair, me too

💙

I love them.

I too want a platypus emoji! How is there not a platypus emoji!?

Inside of you there are two chickens…

a black dog is making a funny face with the words `` new fear unlocked '' . Alt: a black dog is making a funny face with the words `` new fear unlocked '' .

Anyone else need the present tense to shift a little bit?

This. This all day. 🥹

Yes. Yes I do.

Screenshot of an announcement from SESAME WORKSHOP. The Sesame Street library is coming to YouTube! Beginning in January 2026, YouTube will have the largest digital library of Sesame Street content, with hundreds of full episodes coming to the Sesame Street channels. Join us as we help children everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder, one episode at a time.

Oh HELL yes

PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SECRETARY GINA DEBLASSIE AUGUST 29, 2025 Ensuring Availability of COVID-19 Vaccine for the 2025-2026 Season

THIS ORDER supersedes any previous order, proclamation, or directives to the extent they are in conflict. This Public Order shall take effect immediately and remain in effect until such time as it automatically expires one year from the date of issuance, or until such time as the New Mexico Department of Health Cabinet Secretary rescinds it.

New Mexico has issued a public health order that removes federal restrictions to COVID-19 vaccine access so that pharmacies in New Mexico can vaccinate people of all ages and risk profiles. Every state need to do this!