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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

UPDATE/UPSET: I’m ending my GoFundMe. My bank was frozen by a debt receivership. This couldn’t happen at a worse time. Bills are due &I was told yesterday that I need 13 more rounds of chemo at minimum. PayPal still works, donations can be sent @Annamaul there. Here’s a wishlist for necessities

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

There’s an UPDATE! It’s Scott’s birthday today and mine is Thursday so check out the full update here: www.gofundme.com/manage/aid-a... #fuckcancer #gofundme My heart to you, birthday beloved! @daemonburrito is the best 💜

I’m outside of Texas Oncology holding a certificate of completion from my radiation therapists. My hair is very short but it’s growing back!

My smiling bearded partner is enjoying a piece of birthday cake at a local Mexican bakery.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

#voted. There are important reasons to go and vote. In #ATX , I’m FOR Props 1, 7, 10, 14 and Q. I’m AGAINST all the other PROPS trying to undermine justice and defund education. Also, my fundraiser has a tiny url now if you’re wanting to share or see today’s updates!: tinyurl.com/3xm7vcpm

It’s a picture of Anna Maul pointing to an “I voted early” sticker on her Black Cats (Black Flag parody) shirt that is blue and cut into a tank top. Anna Maul’s hair is growing back but still very short and fuzzy looking. The background is a multi colored circular pattern.

Check your local mid-term elections! Certain political groups are trying to make sneaky changes to how the judicial process operates. It’s important to go vote!

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Update! First Day of Radiation “Therapy” Short version : “Could have gone better.” Go read about it here: gofund.me/ef8f1e66a Photo : Two months without chemo and my hair is so soft and fuzzy !

It’s a selfie of Anna Maul. Anna Maul is wearing a black tank top with a black and white scarf draped around their neck. There’s a very short and fuzzy growth of hair on their head, and eyebrows are growing back too.
Anna Maul has a pleased look. Backdrop is a mahogany colored leather chair.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

#Marbles and #Zeek have been watching over me as I recover from surgery. New (long) UPDATE : www.gofundme.com/manage/aid-a... I miss #MarblesMonday as much as you do. Hopefully we can get back to normal-ish soon.

Zeek, the yellow-eyed black cat, is standing in a basket while Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, rests on a pillow behind her.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Surgery day. Wish me luck! gofund.me/e2422386

I’m waiting for surgery. I’m wearing a tight fitting cap to keep my bald head warm, a loose cotton tunic with a rainbow of stripes, and my hospital bracelets (one is yellow and reads “fall risk” in bold black lettering). Anxious undertones are trying to be pushed aside by a smile of hope.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

This #MarblesMonday, #Marbles brings us a reminder that YOU MATTER! Even a raindrop raises the sea. Keep doing your good stuff! #catsofbluesky #panfur #fuckcancer #alttext #blackcat #mutualaid The gofund.me/e2422386 is ever closer to covering my emergency dental because of your support. 💜

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, sits in front of a glossy black surface and looks into the camera. Above her are the words “One raindrop raises the sea.” and a busy abstract line pattern in orange and yellow.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Almost forgot! I got to ring the bell that sounds the end of my chemotherapy treatments and heralds in my upcoming surgeries. There was confetti and a certificate from my nurses at the infusion center. gofund.me/e2422386 ever closer to covering my emergency dental because of your support. 💜

A nurse’s hand is holding a silver bell and I am pulling the rope to ring out and signal the end of my chemotherapy sessions, and herald in the next part of my cancer journey of surgeries and other treatments.

Some of the best nurses I have had the pleasure of meeting are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate in their work and throw confetti at patients 😊

It’s me in the chair, the uncomfortable recliner, for the last time 🤞 fingers crossed.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Check out my update. It’s my 6th and FINAL chemo treatment today!!! www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #fuckcancer #mutualAid #gofundme #savethetatas #alttext

Cancer can’t take the smile off my face! I’m holding up a paper that says “6th and LAST!” and I’m wearing a purple tank top with a burgundy apron, and background is milk-drop multicolored swirls and bloops. The filter makes the burgundy look more red, and the purple looks more like blue-violet. It’s all good. I am hopeful about this course of treatment and grateful for all the support.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Back in the chair, getting fluids in preparation for my FINAL chemo session tomorrow! Please donate if you’re able. 💜 gofund.me/22090b21

I’m sitting in the uncomfortable recliner at the infusion center and getting iv fluids in my chest port. I’m wearing a black tank top, and a satin cap that is rainbow and black leopard print.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

I’m 1/3 of the way to covering the $3k emergency dental surgery! Please donate if you’re able. 💜 gofund.me/22090b21 Picture of Zeek for #MarblesMonday because #Zeek was being extra cute and #Marbles is hiding. #catsofbluesky #panfur #blackcat #alttext #fuckcancer

Zeek, the yellow-eyed black cat, is look out from under a light purple blanket.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Short version: Y’all, It’s definitely an emergency situation to raise $3000 within the next few days to cover a very important dental surgery. Long version is in the #alttext #fuckcancer #savethetatas www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m...

Picture is of me from the last time I went to get IV fluids.

Long version: A crown came off while I was eating and when I bit down it cracked my partial.
The tooth with the miscreant crown is totally decayed and needs to be pulled. It will require a bone graft so that bit is $1k for the tooth. My upper partial is $2k to replace. That makes it possible to eat foods that aren’t mush.
I’ve checked around, and this is the most affordable price. Plus, I trust this dentist and their skills at doing a quality job.

It turns out that chemotherapy can weaken dental stuff, so that sucks. But I’m almost done! I just need to get this taken care of so my surgery doesn’t get delayed.

Please donate if you can. There’s not been a donation for a bit, and this dental surgery is crucial stuff.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

#MarblesMonday is off to a silly start. #Marbles isn’t like other cats, and that’s why she’s so wonderful. Are you trying to blend in or stand out today? #catsofbluesky #alttext #blackcat #panfur

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is lying down behind two stuffed black cat pillows that are in a similar pose.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

I’m back in the chair, getting more fluids pumped into my (not so) gushy body! www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m...

My dehydrated self in a recliner and getting more IV fluids into my chest port. I’m wearing a burgundy tank top, grey scarf cap, and a glum look as I sit in front of a large window of the Seton Main Hospital’s infusion center.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Almost let #MarblesMonday slip by without this beautiful image of #Marbles in her Imaginarium! Marbles likes to pretend she’s falling off this pillow into space. Do you get swept away by imagination? www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #blackcat #catsofbluesky #panfur #alttext #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is on the grey pillow and pretending to hold on to avoid falling off into space!

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

More IV fluids today with my bio-boosting belly shot. I’m gonna be so juicy! www.gofundme.com/manage/aid-a... #fuckcancer #hydratonqueen

At the infusion center getting more IV fluids in my chest port after I got my belly shot of bio-boosting marrow production done. So I’m sitting in the uncomfortable recliner for three extra hours today. It helps a bunch but it’s annoying. I’m wearing my black tank top linen apron and skull cap.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Chemo infusion 5 of 6 and then surgery. It seems like the days are a blur. …but the bills keep coming. www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #fuckcancer #gofundme #mutualaid #solidaritynotcharity #savethetatas #boobs #cancersucks

Sitting in the infusion center’s very uncomfortable recliner, I am holding up my right hand with fingers extended to indicate that this is my fifth chemotherapy treatment out of six! I’m wear a great scarf rag to cover my bald scalp, and a burgundy tank top. I’m smiling a little because the nurse brought a fan to clip onto the IV stand because it’s so hot today by the large window.
Also, I’m getting really good at drawing on eyebrows!

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

Back in the chair, a day early, because I need IV fluids again. #fuckcancer, but I’m down to get hydrated in this heat! www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #savethetatas #mutualaid #gofundme #hydration #alttext

I’m sitting in the infusion center, getting fluids pumped into my body via the port in my chest. I’ve got a sporty yellow bracelet that says “FALL RISK” on my right wrist.

I’ve been too dizzy so they want me extra juicy for tomorrow’s chemo session.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

It’s #MarblesMonday! #Marbles will scratch the creditors if they call during nap time again. *hiss* www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #catsofbluesky #blackcats #panfur #alttext #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is staring intently in front of a background of rotary phones.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

It’s #Caturday! Here’s a sweet moment in time of #Marbles and #Zeek birdwatching together. #catsofbluesky #blackcat #panfur #alttext #cats #voidcat

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

It’s been a rough week. Today’s visit was actually good. The new oncologist listened to my concerns, ordered meds for my side effects, and then sent me to the infusion room (where we are now) for IV fluids. Hope this will help. 🤞🤞 gofund.me/26c38d17 #fuckcancer #savethetatas #gofundme #alttext

It’s me, getting IV fluids for two hours. I have a dandy cotton scarf of purple, black and blue wrapped around my scalp, and I’m wearing a purple tank top. I’m sitting in a beige recliner that is really uncomfortable. An IV drip is seen going into the port in my chest. The look on my face is of “oh well, same thing/different day”.
I’m very grateful to have a new oncologist who actually listened to my concerns.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

#MarblesMonday finds #Marbles content with her place in the basket. Do you have a place that brings you comfort? #catsofbluesky #blackcat #panfur #cats #basket

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is looking up into the distance, beyond the viewer’s left shoulder, as she lays curled up in her basket. The background is a coin operated toy dispensing machine full of “paw pals” that are miniature cats and dogs made of plastic.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Round 4 of chemo infusion was yesterday, and the bio-boosting injection was today. After the chemotherapy, while I still had the energy, Scott and I played Pokemon Go and discovered a new stop on UT Campus. Full update on my #GoFundMe w/ pictures! www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #fuckcancer

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Donate to Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer, organized by April Arndt

My good friend and fellow adventurer, Anna Maul Ripley, has had a rough go … April Arndt needs your support for Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Just one more chemo session before I talk with the surgeon again. TLDR: Please help and share the link. It’s been a challenge getting this far, trying to stay positive, trying to hold it together, to find a way to keep the lights on/pets fed/etc. while enduring some gut twisting sick days. 1/4

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Donate to Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer, organized by April Arndt

My good friend and fellow adventurer, Anna Maul Ripley, has had a rough go … April Arndt needs your support for Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

It’s the 1st #MarblesMonday of #Pride Month and #Marbles wants you to be Proud of who you are & Fierce when necessary. Marbles also knows it’s #ChosenFamily that can make a supportive place to love and be loved. www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #catsofbluesky #panfur #blackcat #cats #mutualaid

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is in her basket and looking fiercely into the distance. The basket is on a blanket in front of a brick wall painted in rainbow colors. There is an inclusive Pride flag in the upper right corner with the words “Be Fierce, Be Proud” on it.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Here’s #Marbles being very silky, black and fuzzy on a very black leather couch for #MarblesMonday. It’s beautiful when she’s really relaxed. Look at those toebeans! Have you been able to relax for a moment today? gofund.me/0acf0a66 #catsofbluesky #blackcat #panfur #alttext #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is relaxing on the black leather couch. She is showing her adorable toe beans!

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

#Update today! This was infusion day 3 and I have a new #GoFundMe update gofund.me/22090b21#Sol... is why I’m a fan of #MutualAid efforts. There’s a link for making a Wellness Recovery Action Plan or #WRAP to help when you need extra support to get back to good. I’m living proof it’s Good Stuff!

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Donate to Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer, organized by April Arndt

My good friend and fellow adventurer, Anna Maul Ripley, has had a rough go … April Arndt needs your support for Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

#Marbles loves her box and keeps herself happy by switching from her basket to the box throughout the day. Huzzah #MarblesMonday! How do you entertain yourself? www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #catsofbluesky #blackcats #panfur #alttext #cat #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is spending time in her favorite cardboard box.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Late is better than never for #MarblesMonday sharing! #Marbles has been so very cozy today; surrounded by comfort. Do you have a special cozy spot? #catsofbluesky #cats #panfur #alttext #blackcat #mutualaid #fuckcancer gofund.me/387f1e32

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is relaxing in her round basket surrounded by cozy pink gauzy blankets.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

#Marbles has a new box for #MarblesMonday! Do you have something fresh for the start of the week? www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #catsofbluesky #blackcats #panfur #alttext #cat #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is inside a cardboard box z the box is on its side on a bed. She is staring directly into the camera.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Extra thanks for the 5/2/25 donations! This is ny hairstyle for the next several months 💜 gofund.me/9ed3df19

I’m bald and smiling. My black tank top says “ZERO F*UCKS” and my infusion port has a gauze on it from my second round of chemo.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

If I get 5 more donations to the gofundme I’ll post my bald profile pick! gofund.me/80624596 Bills are due 😓 #chemobald #fuckcancer #alttext #gofundme #mutualaid

A small pile of dark green hair has a mint green battery operated clipper on top of it on a pine wood table. The pile is in front of a dark wood and mint green metal framed mirror. The reflection in the mirror shows me from waist to neck holding my phone to take the picture. I an wearing a black tank top with the words “ZEROF*CKS” and have a piece of gauze taped over my infusion port on my upper right breast.
My left wrist has black and teal cloth bracelets and my right wrist has a hospital bracelet from my 2nd round of chemo.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

YOU NEED THIS! Here’s #Marbles being very still atop the large yellow pillow this #MarblesMonday. Finding a moment to be still is important. I had a few hours in a PET Scan of being still. It was actually kinda nice. gofund.me/0acf0a66 #catsofbluesky #blackcat #panfur #alttext #fuckcancer

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is snuggled into a still moment atop the yellow fuzzy pillow. Her tail is wrapped around her and tucked under her chin.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

3am on a #Caturday and #Marbles can’t wait until #MarblesMonday to show off the trick she learned from watching The Amazing Acrocats. They’re on tour now! rockcatsrescue.org #catsofbluesky #blackcat #alttext #panfur

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Human Artists! Use one piece to convince people to follow you! …this honestly feels limiting to visual artists, so add a link if you’re audio or otherwise talented! Don’t forget to add #alttext to your image so all can enjoy your visual Art.

Photography is one of my favorite Arts. This is a picture of a common garden snail eating the seeds of a poppy stem. The snail has made a skeleton of the pod to access the seeds.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

#MarblesMonday has been a day full of resting and trying to find what food still tastes good enough to eat. Like me, #Marbles has no patience for this so here’s #Zeek! She has been dug in beside me all day. gofund.me/0acf0a66 #catsofbluesky #blackcats #panfur #fuckcancer #alttext #mutualaid

Zeek, the yellow-eyed black cat, looks at the camera as she rests upon a pink muslin blanket with tigers woven into a pattern.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

#Marbles has a new box for #MarblesMonday. Even a little change can bring happiness. The cats have had to be with less close cuddles since I started my #chemo treatment. They also endure. www.gofundme.com/f/aid-anna-m... #catsofbluesky #blackcats #panfur #alttext #fuckcancer #mutualaid #cats

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is sitting in a cardboard box and staring contentedly into the camera. Knitted cloth is draped into the box for comfort. The background is an abstract painting of blue, yellow, green and brown tones kinda smudgy and mooshed by a wide square brush.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Had the PET Scan done yesterday and today was my first #chemo infusion. It was a long ass-numbing day and now I’m on my way home! So far so good! Just need to get some bills paid to avoid those side effects 😅 gofund.me/18d4ef7d #fuckcancer #gofundme #mutualaid #boobs #savethetatas

Anna Maul sitting in the Infusion Center receiving Round One of treatment. Smiling face and aching butt.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

#Marbles believes a chance to sit with people you care about is a precious gift. Let others hear your quiet purr. #marblesmonday #catsofbluesky #blackcats #alttext #panfur

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, in closeup of her face as she looks off to the side into the distance.

Another friend has died. A life fully lived, John “Bastard” Little will be remembered as one of a kind.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Who knows what is going through the mind of #Marbles this #MarblesMonday?! One thing for sure is that we will not mess with her basket. What are you fiercely protecting this #TDOV? #catsofbluesky #transdayofvisibility #cats #alttext #panfur #blackcat

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, in staring intensely into the camera from her basket. The wall behind her has a framed sign that says “DANGER/CUIDADO”.

The Fight for Justice and Change for Black Trans Women and Femmes

Black and Brown trans women continue to fight for their survival. Real change requires a collective effort. It is not enough for trans women of color to fight alone. Cisgender people, white LGBTQ+ allies, and society at large must step up and demand justice. That means pushing for policy changes that protect trans people, holding law enforcement accountable for properly investigating crimes against trans individuals, and challenging the media to report murders with the dignity and accuracy they deserve.

If you are reading this and want to take action, here are a few ways you can support Black and Brown trans women:

Donate to organizations that provide resources for trans women of color, such as the Sylvia Rivera Law Project or For the Gworls.
Amplify their voices. Follow and share the work of Black and Brown trans activists.
Demand accurate and respectful media coverage. Call out publications that misgender or sensationalize the deaths of trans women.
Hold your elected officials accountable. Advocate for policies that protect transgender people, such as the Equality Act and the decriminalization of sex work.
Be a visible ally. Defend trans people in your workplace, community, and family spaces. Your support can save lives.

The silent epidemic of murdered trans women of color must no longer be met with silence. It is time to break that silence and fight for a future where every trans woman—Black, Brown, and beyond—can live with the dignity, respect, and protection they deserve.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Only mildly panicked about running out of cat litter yesterday. Please share the gofundme link so this dang cancer keeps the destruction limited to my boobs. It’s been 8 days since a donation and bills are hitting. gofund.me/18d4ef7d #fuckcancer #cancer #boobs #cats

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Donate to Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer, organized by April Arndt

My good friend and fellow adventurer, Anna Maul Ripley, has had a rough go … April Arndt needs your support for Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

This #MarblesMonday has a sense of change in the air. #Marbles and #Zeek both wish for a Happy Springtime full of new birds in the yard. Are you a bird watcher too? #catsofbluesky #blackcat #panfur #cats #alttext #Spring

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, sits on the pink blanket under the windowsill. Zeek, the yellow-eyed black cat, sits on the windowsill with bright sunshine behind her.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

#MarblesMonday being St. Patrick’s Day doesn’t distract #Marbles from her goals of enjoying a fresh #Peeps box and reminding folks of a #gofundme that helps keep her bowl full. Send some green? gofund.me/18d4ef7d #catsofbluesky #blackcats #fuckcancer #panfur #alttext #cats #Monday

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, is on top of a very long and shallow box that held a variety of Peeps marshmallow candies. The box reads “Peeps EASTER essentials
A PEEPStastic Assortment!”
The image is superimposed on a background of multicolored (pink, blue, yellow and green) foamy soap bubbles as seen from inside a car going through a car wash.

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

MRI results showed suspicious spots and so next week is another MRI to guide the biopsies. Left AND right breast now. Ugh. Might get Medicaid in a few weeks so copays and medication will be covered, but bills are crushing me and I’m running low on food for Marbles and Zeek. gofund.me/18d4ef7d

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Donate to Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer, organized by April Arndt

My good friend and fellow adventurer, Anna Maul Ripley, has had a rough go … April Arndt needs your support for Aid Anna Maul's Fight Against Breast Cancer

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Anna Maul @annamaul.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

#MarblesMonday is blasting off to a yowling start. #Marbles wants this week to cool its heels already; maybe try again tomorrow after a hard reset. #catsifbluesky #blackcats #cats #alttext

Marbles, the green-eyed black cat, yowling while sitting in front of a cartoon “blast” background.

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