iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

I adored being the one chosen for the really high part. Unfortunately I was usually stuck in Second Soprano because of my range. Now I find myself singing harmony to most songs.

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It was. I am much better now. PT is amazing. I can even do (low) stairs!

The only good thing about plantar fasciitis was that I already knew how to do the first PT exercises I needed after my ankle surgery. The bummer is that I broke the other ankle so now I have to care for both of them.

As one who used to hit the high (really high) notes of the Hallelujah Chorus and now sings in the Nicks’ register, welcome to the club. We have wine and cookies.

This was waiting (impatiently) for me when I finished my morning coffee. It was a bit cool for breakfast, but he was ready.

Adult California Desert Tortoise waiting impatiently sprawled across a plastic plate.

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This makes so much sense that I am *almost* tempted to return to my original field of study. Wait, I retired from my second (or was it third) field. Naw, I’m out. I think I do not need to dissect any more brains.

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This really means that by the time you assemble this, your goober will have grown sufficiently to escape.

Not a Yankee fan (please don’t ask me about the Twins), but love those vaccines! Got mine last week. Must protect the fan bases.

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Given that I know someone currently on a flight to PHL, this is not good news.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

#36 (a twofer) The Skies Discrowned an An Epitaph in Rust.

Book cover of The Skies Discrowned and An Epitaph in Rust, by Tim Powers.

Lon man standing in front of a starry space scene.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

As I said on the book of faces: looks sweet. Probably isn’t. I love hir!

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Do not listen to that annoying voice. Lies, I say! Buy all the books! Signed, the Professional Enabler

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I love this for him and for you!

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Um, no. I am significantly older, calendar-wise. Inside, I am still young.

Enjoy! I’m just here enjoying the heck out of my Evenstar ring that arrived yesterday. It’s even prettier in person!

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This is MEEEEEEE! Actually, I figured out that I don’t like some gins and some tonics. Cheap tonic is vile, but some are not completely awful. In any case, Indigo gin is the bomb (shut up, I’m old, I can totally say that)

God, I love that calculator.

You are not toxic, just misunderstood.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Someone said “bison”? I’m up for cannibalistic jewelry. (Mascot of Alma mater is the bison, so all bison are good bison)

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I also received my flu and Covid vaccines yesterday. It was a good day for jabs!

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I was way too sober for this thread, but I’m really glad I signed on in time to catch it!

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Anticipation is fun, too. I haven’t worried at all since I knew you would work through the backlog. Family is more important. And, yes, fuck cancer!

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Getting mine Monday. Was going to get them yesterday, but felt funky Sunday, so I postponed for a week.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

George was forelorn Sunday when it rained. He was happier when food showed up.

California Desert Tortoise hiding under a patio table while rain dribbles down around him.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I’m too old to have watched this as a child, but I freely admit to watching this many times including just 2 weeks ago on a plane ride.

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

That museum has some lovely pieces!

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Just another Friday. Cheers. We are in the day drinking phase of selecting a new financial planner. I’m finishing an open bottle of rosé.

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

As if there are any of us who wouldn’t find it hysterical (and very useful)!

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We have too many clouds, but it’s still fun.

Fuzzy picture of a partial lunar eclipse through cloud layer.

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I do advise drinking it in the bathroom for 2 reasons: 1) the effects take place quickly, and 2) if you can’t keep it down, well, you know. All said, I preferred the miralax/dulcolax/gatorade combo I had the first time, but the doc I had didn’t.

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You asked for it, so I believe this one is on you. Then again, I’m not sure it is possible to hold onto one’s butt enough when this crew is on its bullshit. (Said with love and respect because this is the BS I live for)

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I had that prep last time and it, um, wasn’t quite enough. If you are good with the low fiber diet you should be okay. My doc wasn’t clear enough on what to do in addition to the 2 shots. The shots are VILE.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

#32 The Enchanted Greenhouse

Book cover of The Enchanted Greenhouse, by Sarah Beth Durst. A pastel building lit from within sits I. A snow-covered landscape. The building appears to have cupolas and many windows and does not appear to be a realistic structure.

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Trying to destress, but this latest episode of Strange New Worlds? WTF???

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

The Enchanted Greenhouse, by Sarah Beth Durst. It’s a nice palate cleanser after The Strength of the Few and The Glass Castle.

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LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

<incoherent sputtering noises> That is gorgeous!

LoriG @engranon.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

So awesome (and so jealous)!