Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Alternately, I could just hang with the tuxes all day. 050
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026I suppose I should start on the presentation I'm due to give at work in 2 weeks. 040
Reposted by Mayumi is writingQuin Rey @quinreystudios.com · 22/09/2026Alive Day 2026 This year, I’m grieving my sweet Lucky dog. I miss him so much. It’s still very painfuI. I know grief has its own timeline, so I just take it hour by hour. But, I am grateful for this Alive Day & to my brain surgeon who gave my life back to me 11 yrs ago. 8191
Reposted by Mayumi is writingSarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Yes it will be raining cats and dogs. Yes we are doing this anyway. 213733
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 26/09/2026I'd rather have the Academy of Natural Sciences and its dinosaurs over any piece of art in the Barnes collection, any hour of any day of any week. 150
Reposted by Mayumi is writingSarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Send heartfelt *not angry* messages about why the Academy should stay open. She needs help demonstrating wide community support. Send your personal reasons why Academy has been important to you and your family, as well as Philadelphia as a whole. 322676
Reposted by Mayumi is writingU.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission @cpsc.gov · 24/09/2026One time, CPSC hosted a carbon monoxide safety poster contest for students, and the kids came in with absolute bangers. 15534117
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 24/09/2026I missed the Procession of Flags on campus this week because I was...doing something else.static.klipy.comThe Transformers The Movie ArceeAlt: Scene from "The Transformers The Movie" with Arcee (a female-presenting pink-and-white robot) pulls levers and pushes buttons. 060
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 23/09/2026I'm not sure why so many Goodreads reviews have a problem with this latest Jane Harper novel, because I'm really enjoying it. 010
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Just spent my morning being a bitch.static.klipy.comCheerleader's Confident LookAlt: Cheerleader's Confident Look 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 21/09/2026I've got a date with nostalgia!static.klipy.comOptimus Prime: One Shall Stand, One Shall FallAlt: Optimus Prime: One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall 150
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 17/09/202620-year-old me would be f'ing impressed. I floss EVERY DAY. 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Someone in a TF group asked why so many fear Shockwave, and I know there are story reasons and the comics portrayed him as a sociopath blah blah blah... But really, it's just because he's too sexy for the rest of them.static.klipy.comShockwave the Decepticon in Desolate LandscapeAlt: Shockwave the Decepticon in Desolate Landscape 040
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Funny and intriguing thread about TPM from Jamelle. Personally, I don't think I'll ever re-watch that movie. I'll just listen to Weird Al's "The Saga Begins," one of the best interpretations of the story, imho. youtu.be/hEcjgJSqSRU?...youtu.be"Weird Al" Yankovic - The Saga Begins (Official Video)YouTube video by alyankovicVEVO 131
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 11/09/2026It's been a few weeks since we finished "Big Walk," and I am still thinking about lots of those puzzles. Very fun, (mostly) relaxing game that rewards communication and teamwork. youtu.be/7ZYjg_jPhDkyoutu.beBig Walk is out now!YouTube video by House House 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Remember when I said I hate writing synopses? Well, I hate writing query letters just as much. 040
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Supervisor: "How did your first in-person shoot go?" Me [forgot to charge the camera battery, brought the wrong tripod plate, couldn't find a replacement mic receiver cable so had to use the fritzy one]: "It was fine." [Memory from 9/9/2021; some things never change.] 040
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Full disclosure: I only knew about the Jem Blaster. 020
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Researching comps for my own manuscript, and came across this delightfully straightforward and insightful article (manuscriptacademy.com/how-to-find-...) on the steps I should be taking instead of the steps I have been taking. Also, this (full text in ALT description): 010
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 04/09/2026In which I confess to having used AI to suggest comps for my novel. Have I fallen too far from grace so as to be lost forever? bonusparts.substack.com/p/library-of...bonusparts.substack.comLibrary of CompsPrepping a novel for traditional publishing is nearly as much work as writing the novel itself. 130
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 03/09/2026The compute power of data centers produces heat. That heat requires cooling. Liquid cooling is significantly more efficient than air cooling. Centers do not necessarily need to use fresh water in their liquid cooling systems, though. My proposal: Pee. 1100
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 02/09/2026This Friday, Sept. 4, is another Bandcamp Friday! This is the day when Bandcamp waives revenue share and passes the funds directly to artists & labels. So, get yourself some tunes, grab some merch, and support your favorite indies this Friday! daily.bandcamp.com/features/ban... 011
Reposted by Mayumi is writingTuta @tuta.com · 31/08/2026If you have a Gmail account, you need to read this. Google's AI now scans your emails and attachments, bank statements, tax files, medical letters, all of it. It turned on by default, and there's a class-action lawsuit over how. Here are 5 moves to shut it off, the switch is hidden in two places: 1511463610097
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 28/08/2026I had a great dad whom I loved and who loved me and took care of me to the best of his ability. But Optimus Prime was still like a second dad to me. The passing of Peter Cullen, whose voice gave so much life to Prime, has hit me a lot harder than I thought it would. 480
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 27/08/2026Lessons I will take from Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, and Peter Cullen: Be generous. Be bold. Be gentle. ❤️💛🧡💚💙💜 51521645
Reposted by Mayumi is writingjas @eldrmllnl485.bsky.social · 27/08/2026For anyone who hasn't heard it youtu.be/zryfjSaxXLo?...youtu.bePeter Cullen explains how he created the voice for Optimus PrimeYouTube video by TFcon 323778
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Tim Curry hits hard, too. 💔static.klipy.comToxiclove Ferngully: Shadow CreatureAlt: Toxiclove Ferngully: Shadow Creature 150
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 26/08/2026A long read but a good one. While I don't believe everything Bill Gates says and don't always like him (let's face it: he's no Dolly Parton), he does make valid points about the need for assessing, regulating, and - possibly - taxing AI. www.gatesnotes.com/work/make-ai...gatesnotes.com 020
Reposted by Mayumi is writingComics Outta Context 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ @comiccontext.bsky.social · 26/08/2026 1124487
Reposted by Mayumi is writingSarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Dolly Parton did so much good in the world, which means we all have to do a little more to make up for her loss and honor her memory 🫡 550179
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 25/08/2026I don't know about anybody else out there, but I could use a beer right about now. 140
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 24/08/2026That Spider-Man in Minneapolis was right. www.instagram.com/reel/DcZGSsR...instagram.comInstagramCreate an account or log in to Instagram - Share what you're into with the people who get you. 020
Reposted by Mayumi is writing852dude @852dude.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Bro. Get the fuck outta here. www.dexerto.com/entertainmen...dexerto.comNew AirPods leak reveals built-in cameras and Visual Intelligence - DexertoApple’s AirPods could soon do more than play music, with a leaked video revealing a new model with built-in cameras. 3182
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Just got an email that says, "Welcome, Class of 2030!" and immediately thought, Oh, fuck you. 060
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Me: I really need to catch up on building the Blokees I've got. Also Me: Ooh! A new Blokees release! 040
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 16/08/2026Seriously considering installing some remote cameras in my mom’s house. Just to know she’s okay. 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 13/08/2026I am baffled by how much weight we continue to put into political polling, especially pre-election polling, when it is mostly - essentially - bullshit. 370
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 13/08/2026(Judd Legum and Popular Information doing the work again) "McConnell, out sick for two months, voted against medical leave 23 times since 1985" open.substack.com/pub/populari...open.substack.comMcConnell, out sick for two months, voted against medical leave 23 times since 1985Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) was hospitalized on June 14 after suffering a fall that left him unconscious. 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 11/08/2026My only real complaint so far with "Widow's Bay" is that I would have liked to have seen more of Toby Huss in it. 050
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 11/08/2026This Black Cat Adventure puzzle is very cute but surprisingly complex! 040
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Saving this - and the link to Lisa Levy's site - for referencing later. janefriedman.com/comps-can-cl...janefriedman.comComps Can Clinch Your Query | Jane FriedmanWhen pitching to agents or editors, the right comp titles help you articulate where you position yourself within a very competitive market. 030
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 09/08/2026My character's recap of our last #CallOfCthulhu adventure (Shanghai, Part 1) is now available at my website: bonusparts.com/the-ruminati...bonusparts.comThe Ruminations of (Cameron) West: Shanghai, Part 1 - BonusParts[Previously: Nairobi] NOVEMBER 1925: SHANGHAI It was November; 1925 had almost run itself out. Based on the events of this last year, I was starting to think I’d be quick behind it. But we’d left Keny... 120
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 09/08/2026Apparently, her Emmy nomination is for an upcoming monologue in a Widow's Bay episode I have not seen yet, but I think Dale Dickey has more than earned it just by playing Rosemary so deftly. She is a delight to watch. 010
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Happy 40th to Transformers: The Movie! 😆 My sister and I saw it in the theater. We giggled at the 4-letter word, went silent for Optimus Prime, and cheered for the forces uniting against Unicron. I bought the soundtrack right away and played it for years after. (Every track's a banger.) 🎉 160
Mayumi is writing @bonusparts.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Literary men are not disappearing. Pens and Poison is trying to create outrage to attract hits. Do fewer people read for pleasure? Absolutely, and that is sad and terrifying, as a literate public is less inclined to subservience. But literature is not rejecting anyone, least of all men. 🙄 030