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Vince Mpls @vincempls.bsky.social · 1h

If you see anyone wearing the new Target Team Threads, be on the lookout for Mr. Moose's antics.

ping pong balls falling on Captain Kangaroo as Mr. Moose laughs.

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Kate @kakaty.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

everyone keeps laughing that these chuds mixed up the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Atlanta hawks but I guarantee that the idea of a woman’s basketball game existing didn’t even cross their minds. They saw the date and googled what NBA games were happening. Zero curiosity. Zero thought beyond “gotcha”

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It is not wool sock weather but I wore my buffalo socks today just to sing I go buffa fast I go buffa slow to J this morning.

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Bison Rubbing Head on Rock

Alt: Bison Rubbing Head and Chin on Large Rock

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

My BIL is the best. He drove out (hour roundtrip) to help move heavy item up from the basement. I didn't want to do it because J and I end up hissing at each other and BIL just shrugs it off instead of escalating. Took him 10 minutes and he cut his finger. I will take childcare duties ANY DAY.

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cait (and adonis) @cait.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

found a new type of guy

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AITA for correcting my girlfriend's family every time they mispronounce my turtle's name?
I have a turtle named Geoff. Yes I know Geoff is normally pronounced Jeff. His isnt. My girlfriend's family knows this and still calls him Jeff basically every time his name comes up.
His name starts with /dz/ instead of the normal American English J sound /d3/. So regular Geoff/Jeff is roughly /dzef/ and his is /dzef/. They are similar but they are NOT the same consonant. /d3/ is a voiced postalveolar affricate and /dz/ is a voiced retroflex affricate. Basically you make the beginning of "Jeff" with the tongue farther back/retracted, which gives it a harder, deeper "dzh" sound.
I'm really into etymology and historical linguistics so the spelling was intentional too. Geoff is already a weird spelling from a modern English perspective because gives you basically no reason to predict /dzef/ unless you already know the name. Obviously I am NOT claiming medieval Geoffrey was pronounced / dzef/. I

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Rachel @rachelsomething.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I don't understand why my grocery app requires two-step verification. Is there some kind of clipping digital coupon crime wave that I'm unaware of?

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Michael Ian Black @michaelianblack.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I've had life insurance for years. Haven't used it once.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

It's been cool and rainy for days. Six soccer games cancelled (I would rather watch in rainy Sept than makeup freezing Nov) I want to put on sweats and snuggle on my couch, but I did that yesterday. Putting on a real bra and real pants and hopefully getting something productive done.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Costco denied my P&G rebate because I spent $99.65. I am not arguing, just highly annoyed (mostly with myself). Still within the spend window so I could go buy something else and resubmit, but I'm too eye-rolly. Maybe on Sunday I will feel more empowered and get some menstrual products to donate.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I did not do dishes yesterday and told myself at 9:30pm that I am a better person at 8am. Apparently I missed my window because it's noon and I am back to unmotivated. 🤣

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Qasim Rashid, Esq. @qasimrashid.com · 15/09/2026

Ed Sheeran isn’t neutral—receipts confirm he’s complicit. This isn't about antisemitism—but about enabling Palestinian genocide. Even now, Kanye ‘pro Hitler’ West is playing at the same venues Macklemore was just cancelled from for saying Free Palestine.😐 www.qasimrashid.com/p/ed-sheeran...

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Ed Sheeran Isn’t Neutral, He’s Complicit in Genocide

The cancellation of Macklemore is more than a free speech issue, it’s a litmus test of basic morality

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Milwaukee Zack @milwaukeezack.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Employee Appreciation Week, no raises but I can wear my favorite concert t shirt on Wednesday. That’s a big ol HR call waiting to happen.

A black t shirt that says “Who the fuck is Sturgill Simpson”

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Trying to get through the summer project list I made 3 months ago. I bought this as a last resort as I have tried everything on our nasty shower doors. Annoying price, great product. Hard Water Stain Remover share.google/tWom75xzhazU...

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Hard Water Stain Remover

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Terfrigerator and it was completely accidental. But also maybe subconsciously I knew nothing was going on tomorrow morning? Anyway I was able to prep dinner in the afternoon, and had a leftover half pitcher of margarita in the fridge and well... 🤷

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Got my flu shot at my annual gyno appt. That's a first for me, but I appreciate the combo visit. Also my nexplanon implant is good for 5 years so I didn't have to have that replaced. All around great visit. Highly recommend. (Will cobra paperwork get it right? Who knows.)

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DarkandSpookyMikey @lightmikey.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The crop art exhibit at the Minneapolis state fair is a wonder. Photos do not do them justice, it is awe inspiring to see it all in person. I am especially happy to see the art of two friends in the exhibition, so they start off this very long thread of amazing works of art.

A disapproving rabbit disapproves of ICE.

Leave Minnesota Aloon text surrounds a loon with wings spread on a yellow background

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

COBRA is a big enough hassle but sending contradictory information every letter is beyond madness. Also having to send a paper check to enroll in order to be able to register to make online payments is a giant pain. Anyway god bless my credit union workers.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Hanging at the park while countertops get delivered.

Small black dog with red harness. Standing on back legs with front paws against human legs that are sitting on park bench

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I keep trying to do little check ins to see if my brain has finally recovered and I think it has gone too far the other way. I got really excited about being off next Monday for Labor Day. I have not gone to a job since June.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

My credit card froze due to suspected fraud. For two $6 charges within a minute because I paid for my in laws metered parking as well as our own. (Worth it rather than deal with hearing how expensive everything is)

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

After only reports in the wild, I have finally encountered a puppy bike. To say my nieces were bursting with excitement is the greatest understatement. Appreciate this kind woman and the time she took with us.

Woman with bike and basket hanging on front. Basket has 2 small Yorkie puppies one brown(Gracie) and one black(Bella)

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Get a man who feeds you pie

Man in twins shirt in front of minneaple pie booth

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Happy fair day! No one listened to us about where to stay, when to get here, what traffic and parking is like. Good times.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Found excellent butcher stop and he ordered all pickles on the side for my benefit. Vacation J has shown up!

Man sitting on back of truck tailgate eating giant BBQ meat sammich

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Such an iconic stand. I'm so sad. (I didn't see them on food vendors but thought I was missing something)

Tall man at fair approaching booth that is shaped like a giant green pepper

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Missed MN State Fair last year because we went to Iowa instead. I'm so excited to be back and take full advantage of Vacation J and his wallet. (They have an outstanding app, but I still have old school paper backup to plan out my foods) Sharing just to make @kbaxterk.bsky.social smile.

Paper map of MN State Fair grounds with color coded notes of fav places

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Bless J and his little heart for earnestly asking what was for dinner tonight. (To be fair it's usually taco night but we still had fresh buns from yesterday so Taco Wednesday it is.)

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Paid someone to clean my dad's grill in spring and it was worth every penny. Could not justify for myself when I am not bringing in an income. Finally cleaned pellet smoker (running out of summer for that to-do list). Today we meat and Kelsey keeps asking to go outside to stand and sniff the air.

Outside patio with pellet grill smoker in background and small black dog in foreground.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

For dumb (but planned) reasons I am at Costco back to back days and laughing at what displays they moved overnight.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

As an elder millennial, this tracks. (But also a lot of people cover Jolene) I have Pandora subscription because it is easiest option integrated into my car home screen and I have years of playlists. I'd be just as happy to go back to having a cd player in my car.

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Kathryn VanArendonk @kvanaren.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I am really, really, really, REALLY excited to be able to share the cover of my book, as well a link so you can preorder it for when it comes out in April. Look at the ears!!!! wwnorton.com/books/978132...

cover for my new book, The Bluey Years - blue backdrop with clouds, the words the bluey years written in scribbly writing like a kid who wrote on the wall in crayon, framed with triangular blue ears

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I completely forgot about it, but the Questlove Yacht Rock playlist (I do through Pandora) Dear Anthony (tribute to Bourdain who often expressed his hatred) still slaps. Yay for mini road trip weekend to reacquaint myself.

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Michael McDonald Sings 'I Keep Forgetting'

Alt: Michael McDonald Sings 'I Keep Forgetting'

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

For once I am on track! Also I completely changed direction from the initial plan in order to have better leftover options and am impressed with my adaptability and foresight.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I just put a child lock on our ancient basement fridge because the freezer keeps popping open when you open/close the fridge. A $2.99 solution that allows us to continue debating the new fridge purchase.

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What Can You Do Shrug

Alt: Lucille Ball - What Can You Do Shrug /Arms Up

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

This dog. This dog is gonna be heartbroken when I end my sabbatical.

Small black dog wiggled into tight space under human legs while maximizing contact

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Life has been so incredibly lifey (mere observation not a complaint) that I just remembered that I didn't get to finish The Bear. Moved that to top of my to-dos.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I legit miss my original dvr. It was the best of both. I didn't have to search through a million different apps.

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Brendel @brendelbored.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It’s hard to explain but tv was better when you couldn’t watch the show you wanted whenever you wanted to watch it and most of the shows were worse and the TVs were worse and the entire experience was worse, that’s when it was better

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

This girl has some limited sight return and has blood work as close to normal as it has ever been in past few years. I did not think we were going to get here and I am bursting with joy.

Small black dog with perky ears posing on gray pillow

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

It is 4:10 and I have absolutely no plan for dinner despite being home all day (and not that busy.) J has been eating leftover pizza for lunch so that's not even an option. Boooo.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Picked up our eldest niece from camp and kept her for 24 hrs. Said yes to nearly every single request she had. My heart was absolutely smashed to give her back.

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Max Blau @maxblau.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I reached out to more than 75 blueberry brands, grocery stores, fast-food chains, farmers, trade groups and labor contractors while reporting this series. Only one brand responded.

Article excerpt summarizing responses ProPublica received. Dole wrote in a statement that it requires contract farmers to comply with labor laws to protect “worker welfare.” Dole added it can trace berries back to the farms where they came from but that it has not made that information available to consumers.

ProPublica did not receive responses from over 30 of America’s largest grocery and fast-food chains about why they haven’t joined the Fair Food Program or expanded their limited participation; over two dozen trade groups also declined to talk about why so few farmers participate in the program.

Some have opposed efforts by regulators to enact protections like the ones that the program requires. They said the changes would “burden the whole industry for a few bad apples” who disregarded the rights of workers.

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Milwaukee Zack @milwaukeezack.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

This has been going on for as long as there’s been some idiot baby faced dude that is kind of charming at 20 but ends up being a piece of shit at 50.

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Well I canned 5 quarts and 12 pints of peaches and then everything in my kitchen was sticky and I was sick of canning. Everything left that I chopped got shoved into booze.

2 very large canning jars filled with chopped peaches with 2 bottles of alcohol (korbel brandy and crown Royal whiskey)

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Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

We ate 3 peaches with breakfast and 4 peaches with dinner tonight so it seems J is in the acceptance stage.

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