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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Hunting thru my old FB and found this video of me rehearsing the Verdi Requiem solo in 2024. It’s easy to forget there’s still some nice things in the world. That I, you, WE can bring nice things to the world. Anyway, reminded me to relax & take a breath…Hope it can do the same for someone else. 🩷

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It is so good. But just a heads up though—this blend is retiring on 3/3!

Also shout out to these filters, again to @fridaytea.com for carrying them, and to myself for finally making the accommodation. It’s OK if I stop being a Gong Fu Tea Snob for awhile if it feels like it’s too much right now—just enjoying a daily cup is important *and* enough.

A box of size 2 T-sac tea filters. Highly recommend!

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Anybody else tempted to just munch a spoonful of @fridaytea.com’s Pear White Peony straight outta the bag? (I confess I did nibble a bit of pear.)

A bag of Pear White Peony loose leaf tea fro Friday Afternoon Tea, next to a glass mug containing a tea bag filter full of the same tea.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

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Enjoy some for me! It kicks up my joint inflammation something fierce. 😭

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

For real. I low key hate how good I feel when I don’t eat sugar.

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Bless you both. I was ready to chuck my phone into the ocean.

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

(I say this after being haunted the last two days by the worst nightmare I’ve ever had in my life, which was extremely Epstein-coded. I feel like I’m taking psychic damage every time I check in online lately.)

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Reconsidering a daily Februsquary check in; now wondering if a complete social media black out for the month would serve me better. 🤔

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Today, however, has sucked donkey balls. But I refuse to give up on Day Two. Time to do something productive!

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Thinking I should make a daily check in post for my Intentional February to keep me going—now officially dubbed #februsquarey thanks to @streetlightlily.bsky.social. Day One: waved signs for the levy vote, made a cauldron of lentil stew for the week, finally took the Xmas tree down. Not bad, 7/10.

A sign that reads “Support our Students. Vote YES for BG Schools.”

A very large pot of lentil stew with vegetables.

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Perfect hashtag for my February “For God’s Sake, Take Care of Yourself” Challenge. I feel like I should Venmo you a tip, lol.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

I’m taking this auspicious opportunity to commit to 28 of Intention—taking care of myself, being mindful, getting down to work…all that jazz. Not yet noon on day 1 and I’m doing pretty good so far. 😅

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

You’re never too old for school anxiety dreams! (apparently, I say as a 48yo who has them on the regular)

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

I discovered I’m out of the only food the kitty will take his pill with, so I gotta go out and shop, too. Mitigating it by going to a local, employee owned grocery and paying cash. Life happens, we do the best we can. 🩷

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Oh, I feel this. I’ve been back on for a few months to connect, and now that I’ve met enough people in person and got Signal/Discord contacts, I’m feeling like maybe I can finally get away from FB again. It’s a dumpster fire, but it may only have be a temporary evil?

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Soothing my soul by making a giant cauldron of soup. I wish I could give you all a bowl. (I’m pretty sure there’s enough here for all of Bluesky, lol.)

Close up of a large simmering pot of vegetable and kidney bean soup.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

I try to keep at least a modicum of civility when I contact my reps. (No, seriously.) But I just called @gluesenkampperez.house.gov simply to ask if she’s fucking proud of herself. Votes have consequences. Hope she sleeps well tonight knowing she’s complicit in murder.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

I’m out of harm’s way in the PNW, and everybody else’s panic has me all:

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

We’ll see what happens when I finally write in it. 😅

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

A classic combo. 👍 (Also omg hi!!! I was thinking of you literally just yesterday. Hope you’re well! 🩷)

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Ooooh, the solidarity…This is me to my partner every time I come home from anything.

Thank you! It’s certainly well made. I’ve spent the last few years (decades) getting increasingly structured planners, only to fail miserably. This year’s tactic is a blank canvas to build what I need in the moment. We’ll see what happens!

Best color! I got a B6 as well (in Sage, though) for taking notes on books I’m reading.

(Part 12,473 in an ongoing series.)

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Here it is, y’all. Behold: ✨The Notebook✨ that will Fix My Entire Life.

A hand holds a dark teal colored Leuchtturm1917 notebook. (Angels sing softly in the distance.)

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(*especially if that new person is very different from you, if you feel safe doing so. In my instance, it was a middle-aged cishet white dude in my majority-conservative community. Gave me some hope.)

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Actual suggestions that have personally helped me in the last few days: Take a shower Take a few deep breaths outside Get involved in something with local results (I’m helping to get the local school levy passed) Chat with and find something in common with an irl new person*.

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Follow me for more survival tips! 👍

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I know things are bleak right now. But have you tried Crying in Your Car While Eating Fried Cheese™?

A cardboard container of fried cheese curds that will make me feel better until they don’t.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Went out to a rally/vigil tonight—it was healing to be out with folks and hear a lot of supportive honking.

In the foreground, a hand holds a candle and a photo of Renee Good. In the far background, people with signs and candles line the opposite corner of the intersection.

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Had the honor of performing this 2024…that last soprano line in the Offertorio was my favorite bit to sing in the whole piece. Thanks for this today. 🩷

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Sooo…if anyone would like to hear some good news today: this dude just got checked out and the weird thing on his lip is NOT cancer, just an allergic reaction. He has been certified both Healthy and Very Handsome. Take breaks, take care, be gentle with yourselves and each other. 🩷

A grey cat sits in a loaf position on a beige carpet, looking handsome.

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

I bought a second therapy light today. It’s getting serious!

Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Yay, thank you! Keeping my fingers crossed for scarf or earmuffs crow, but if it’s not meant to be, that’s cool too. Hope you have a great con!

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Alexis B @alexiskatb.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Ooooo….Will these be up on the website or in store only? I need to know if I’ll be jumping in the car to make a quick three hour drive. 😅