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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 9h

Broke out the old Elder Scrolls cookbook today. Felt good. Also used corn & eggs from the farm for this!

Photo of a skillet of cornbread sitting in front of an open cookbook, showing a cornbread recipe

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Moved the chickens to a fresh patch of pasture and this one immediately found herself a tree branch, as is tradition.

Several chickens hanging out in the tall grass. One is up in a tree.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Here is their final work of art:

A jack o lantern with massive, round eyes. It was carved by chickens.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

After much prompting from friends, I have given the chickens a pumpkin to carve. They took some creative liberties with the design.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Homemade pizza and a fresh season of Bake Off

A TV screen showing Great British Bake Off in the background, while a pizza sits on a blanketed lap in the foreground

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Beautiful morning on the farm! Azula is diligently looking out for the neighbor’s mowing robot, aka her arch nemesis.

A dog staring into the distance on a sunny farm

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The girls have officially entered production and Azula has questions

A dog sniffing an egg carton with 4 eggs in it

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Moved the cheepos to a new spot of pasture this morning and they are hyped.

Chickens roaming around a fenced in area full of tall grass

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

First time I’ve been accused of an excess of charisma 😆

Screenshot from Pokemon Go showing the “charisma trainer” accolade from a raid

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The chickens really said ma’am you will report promptly at 7am or else.

Chickens lined up staring out the door of their coop

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Spending some time cleaning up the office today and think I found the Cookie Trio’s new home.

Plushies of Oshowott, Psyduck, and Popplio holding cookies

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

When all else fails, at least there’s your favorite latte & chocolate chip cookie from the local coffee shop.

A chocolate chip cookie next to an iced latte

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Had a great time at Pokemon Worlds / XP but boy is it good to be back home with my cuddle curl.

A dog curled up next to a blanket with a hand petting her

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The Mega Mewtwo Unity Raid at Worlds was super cool to experience IRL. And my catch wasn’t half bad either.

A 3-star Mewtwo with a San Francisco background in Pokemon Go

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

The Worlds/Pokémon XP exclusive cookie plush trio IRL! Was so much fun doing the reveal article for these a while back. Huge thanks to Jazwares for the sample. Can confirm they are very cuddly & high quality. Also nicely secured in the box if you want to leave them in it as a display.

Popplio, Oshowott, and Psyduck holding cookies in a San Fran-themed boxed

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Made sure to finish my sandwich before I went to see Miraidon.

A woman smiling next to the Miraidon motorcycle

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Abundant water stations AND cute art reminding you to stay hydrated? I’m a happy chronic migraine girlie (though one of these really should be Psyduck)

Water fountains with the words “stay hydrated” on a Pokémon banner above them

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Still having the best time being a Pokemon fan in San Francisco.

A woman standing in front of a Krabby statue, smiling

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I am so thrilled to be attending Pokemon Worlds for the first time this year, and also to have encountered Cosmog Spacesuit Pikachu IRL.

A woman smiling and holding a Pikachu plush

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Azula and I are very excited to have a good excuse to start a new Oblivion play through since it’s now on Switch 2. So far it’s running just as well as PS5 if not better. But what’s up with Switch 2 and hair?

A dog licking a woman’s foot, with a TV showing Oblivion Remastered in the background.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Been saying I’d add a weekly run back into my routine alongside kickboxing for a while now. Today, I finally did it. Why? I need those kilometers for Marathon Visor Pikachu in Pokémon Go of course! View’s not too bad either.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Azula got a new D20 toy after her old one got lost. She is so happy.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Saw Brand New Day yesterday! It was really good, and I’m still thinking about it. Also got a kick out of these “out of order” signs in the AMC bathroom 😂

A woman in a captain marvel shirt, smiling at the camera

A sign taped to a bathroom stall that says “even your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man can’t fix this one”

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Went to Ulta to restock my press-ons and look what I spotted in the wild. I am weak 😂

The Pokémon x ColourPop Eeveelution eyeshadow palette Amanda said she want going to buy

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The goods have arrived! I didn’t buy the full line because realistically I use like 2 shades of eyeshadow at best, but I AM tempted by the palette anyway.

ColourPop Eevee headband with three lip balms: Eevee, Umbreon, and Espeon

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Forgot I was wearing my contacts and went to put my glasses back on. Just Spider-manned myself for a minute there.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Morning reminder from Schmitty that he is, in fact, #1

A rooster sitting on top of a coop, cawing dramatically

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

This introvert had social obligations every day for a full week. If you need me don’t. I will be nonverbal on the couch with my dog until further notice.

A dog cuddled up on the couch next to a Switch 2 controller

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Sometimes, the farmer and the writer actually leave the house & dress up for a wedding.

A man and woman in formal wear smile at the camera

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Just a couple of gamer girls settling in for a cozy Sunday.

A hand holding a Switch 2 controller next to a dog chewing a controller shaped toy

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

After several failed attempts, Schmitty has finally managed to perch in the tree. He won’t shut up about it.

A chicken perched in a small tree next to a chicken shelter

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Sunday is for gaming and puppy cuddles.

A dog snuggled up next to a person under a cozy blanket. The person’s hand is visible, Holding a switch 2 controller

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Also this might be the last in person event for my trusty work notebook, which I use for reviews, guides, and events. It’s getting full and yes I am going to be emotional about that lol.

A woman holding up a notebook in a hotel room, smiling awkwardly at the camera

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Wow Aldi out here already stocking the next Pokemon game.

Photo of a scented package product on the Aldi shelves. It is called Wind & Waves which is similar to the name of Pokemon Winds and Waves, the next game in the franchise

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Made myself a very over the top lunch. Delicious. Now on to do laundry and play all the Steam Next Fest demos!

A hand holding a ramen bowl with eggs, snap peas, and spam chunks on top

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Happy Sunday, Bluesky! Left the house for a bit yesterday and I’m doing it again today so, you know. Not ALWAYS a hermit.

A woman smiles at the camera, with several vendor tents on a grassy lawn behind her

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Today is Azula’s birthday so she got a nice long walk at the park and some chicken viewing time.

A dog sitting and staring into a pasture full of chickens

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Azula was not interested in patiently waiting for her controller chew toy while I took a picture, apparently 😂

A dog sitting and staring at a chew toy shaped like a PlayStation controller

A dog jumping at a hand holding a controller-shaped chew toy, her mouth wide open

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Good morning, Bluesky! Please enjoy the chickens getting their morning walk in.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Kinda wild this is actually my view tbh.

Chickens pecking in the grass around an a frame chicken coop, with mountains in the distance

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Morning, Bluesky! It’s a rainy, windy day but one of the roosters is feeling VERY vocal. They grow up so fast 🥹

Several chickens standing in a grass field

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Happy Chaos Rising Day, Pokemon fans! Here are a few of my faves I managed to pull from the set:

Several sleeved Pokemon cards from Chaos Rising

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Good morning, Bluesky! It’s rainy but my migraine is better this AM and one of the chickens is discovering his voice. (This guy front and center greeted me with an almost rooster call this morning)

A bunch of chickens eating while one paces in front of the open door

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Love when you wake up on day 3 of a migraine to the news that G**gle is once again redoubling its efforts to destroy the industry you work in. But hey. At least there are chickens.

Chickens huddled together in an A frame coop

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

View from my morning chicken chores.

Chickens sitting together in an a frame coop

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The Pokémon Company was kind enough to send me some Chaos Rising product early for review over at ComicBook! Stay tuned for my thoughts & my pull rate calculations, aka me doing a bunch of math that I make my former engineer husband double-check.

Several boxes of Pokemon cards sitting on an Eevee chair

Woman smiling holding up 2 boxes of Pokemon cards

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Good morning from our hungry chickens enjoying their breakfast.

A flock of chickens inside a coop, digging into their food

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Another year’s solo reading retreat in the books!

A hand holding a paperback book, with a forest scene behind it

A coffee cup held up in front of rushing rapids

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Good morning, Bluesky! Tired today after a late night at the ballpark watching Andy’s Pirates demolish my hometown Cincinnati Reds.

A man and woman smile at the camera, holding snacks

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