I mean, it’s an apt metaphor, because as a homeowner you really have no control over whether there is a hydrant within 500 feet or not.

Warrior princess Quark feeling 16 years young. I had to trim the rug pad, and she found the trimmings. #caturday

Found lurking in an antiques store on Route 66.

Mingle on the Mat - Celebrate with Mimosas or Mocktails By Blessings Balance Breath Yoga

Mingle on the Mat is a fundraiser for my friend Donna Jagielski’s mission bringing yoga to underserved populations in the justice system. Saturday November 15 in Phoenix. givebutter.com/8hNtwe?fbcli...
#yoga

Looks now like they keep one or two in stock depending on past sales. Makes sense.

YouTube video by Peterson Space Force Base Daylight Savings trailer

www.youtube.com/watch?v=51Up...

A movie you've seen more than 7 times with a GIF.

#voting #vote PSA: If your ballot has judges on it, vote yes to retain them all unless you know a specific reason they shouldn't stay in office. Judges are vulnerable to removal by special interests and disgruntled litigants because people generally ignore this part of their ballot.

A black Devon Rex hugging a seal point Devon Rex on a quilted bedspread

Here are Eclair and Dido for your late #caturday consideration.

So apparently the listing says "out of stock" because the publisher, BookBaby, does POD. What a PITA. You can still order it.

Lullaby in Red Lullaby in Red [Freeman, Nancy Louise, Ashmore, Paige Ozma] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Lullaby in Red

My book just dropped on Amazon, and I need to get some engagement there in order for it to roll out to other online stores. If you've bought a copy from me, could you swing by Amazon and drop some stars or a short review? Appreciate it! #childrensbooks

www.amazon.com/Lullaby-Red-...

When I saw this photo I legit thought it was a terrorist attack.

Thursday: new attic insulation installed -> last item checked off the house inspection report -> yay! Sunday -> garage door opener breaks -> barf.

YouTube video by Lucy Kobol Laurie Anderson - Language Is A Virus (Home of the Brave 1985)

And let's not forget "Language is a Virus from Outer Space" - William S. Burroughs
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpEv...

The Wolfriders in Elfquest have a soul name that they share only with their most intimates because it’s an expression of the core of their being. It’s really bad news for an enemy to know one’s soul name.

YouTube video by Janelle Monáe Janelle Monáe - Crazy, Classic, Life [Official Music Video]

We don’t need another ruler…

youtu.be/cx30_oXJDaY?...

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I have a condo in Flagstaff (eastside) available NOW through the end of next August. Fully furnished, all utilities included. Lease available through August 31 2026. Shorter term lease possible but HOA says minimum 30 days.
#flagstaffrentals #furnished
www.furnishedfinder.com/property/890...

A rainy day, a drippy morning, perfect for waffles and drinking coffee while watching the clouds in the mountains.

Snapshot of blog header. Text reads: "Putting an edge on it"

New blog post on Jaycroft:
www.jaycroft.net/blog/putting...

Foreground: One ginormous back paw with five count ‘em five black toe beans. Background: the rest of the cat.

Who ordered the extra side of beans? #caturday

Paige Ozma Ashmore is at the New Haven, CT Chalk Festival this weekend. www.facebook.com/100090108544...

A picture book is spread open, depicting cats playing in the clouds while the constellation Canis Major barks at them.

DIdo admiring her cameo appearance in Lullaby in Red. (Book available from my shop jaycroft.net/shop) Happy #caturday

In 2013 I was part of a cross country relay from Los Angeles to Boston to raise money for the Marathon bombing victims in a sort of insane rolling flash mob coordinated through Facebook.

Today is Bandcamp Friday

Almost missed it: Today is Bandcamp Friday! Until midnight PST (why not PDT?) today, October 3, your whole purchase goes to the artist, except payment processing costs. daily.bandcamp.com/features/ban...

YouTube video by Janelle Monáe Janelle Monáe - Dirty Computer [Emotion Picture]

Jamelle Monae's "emotion picture" Dirty Computer is available in its entirety on YouTube. I can't recommend this work strongly enough. youtu.be/jdH2Sy-BlNE?...

I was about to post this! Also Moon Witch, Spider King, its sequel told from the perspective of the first book's antagonist turns the whole narrative sideways. There's a third book coming out fairly soon.

YouTube video by PBS Terra America's Great Lost Tree Is Finally Returning

Hope for the American chestnut?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADA6...

A fluffy black cat with a white bib loafs in front of a wooden block in a garden. The logo "Your Friend in Reykjavik" appears in the lower right corner.

And since this is #caturday and I'm away from my own fur babies, here's my tour guide's cat from my trip to Reykjavik a couple years back. #YourFriendInReykjavik

Burlap tote bag with a southwest coffee logo and the words "Hogan Espresso / Tuba City, Arizona"

In other news, I drove up to Tuba City today for a fun 5K benefitting Navajo Hopi Health Foundation and got this cool tote bag. #RunForHope
navajohopihealthfoundation.org/events/

...and yes, I attached a snapshot since Blusky can't seem to generate a thumbnail...