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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 2h

As a writer, I found the finale of Lanterns to be satisfying. As a former comic book reader of Green Lantern, I was basically bouncing in my seat.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

My re-acquaintance with the unemployment claims portal reminds me that despite my proximity to Silicon Valley, I have to use crappy government code.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Face of the young beast who survived an encounter with a car with only broken bones. Six weeks of rest and drugs. For both of us.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

And the budget cuts land on a Friday afternoon. Of course. And of course two cats had surgery in the past 2 weeks. Go away, Suck Fairy. Go bother someone in DC.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

DayJob was obnoxious today, but the new ferry dock has a great sunset view.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Somehow, I’ve managed to kick loose the power cord on my computer. Again. I’m moving that sucker behind the desk and taping it down. I swear to Zogg.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Forget the cone of shame. Today’s Cat is kept away from their stitches by the onesie.

Disgruntled black cat wearing a pink onesie because he was a bad boy and needed stitches

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

So this week the Suck Fairy brought me bills from two visits to the vet from two different cats that both required anesthesia. I joked with the vet tech that by this time I should have my own parking space at the hospital. Apparently, he’d heard that joke several times that week.

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Janice S. Smith @janicessmith.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This. Totally.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

My daughter is attending a workshop in San Francisco. Walks past a Japanese sweet shop every day. Tonight she brought this home. The back of the box translates to: “Adorable baked goods featuring a rabbit on the moon. A heart that appreciates the beauty of autumn”

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Double jab day! Begone flu and COVID. (Nobody sneeze around me for the next 48 hours, ‘kay?)

Two Walgreens bandages covering vaccination spots

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Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 18/09/2026

While RFK Jr.'s been shouting "Make America Healthy Again" from the rooftops, over 160 foods have been recalled so far this year. There’s nothing healthy about food-borne illness.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Craigslist "Free stuff" is my go-to for recycling/reusing. Usually, anything I put on there (even old lawn furniture) is claimed within a few hours. Worst case, overnight. But this week, no one wants two spindles of blank CDs and sleeves. Guess everyone just streams.

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Nicolas Hénin @nicolashenin.net · 17/09/2026

Nice campaign by the Norwegian Consumer Council about the declining lifespan of products. Enjoy!

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Did some fine-tuning on my story layout in Bullet Points 15. There are some cool ideas through the issue. Next month, y'all!

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

It was another can't-wait-to-retire week in DayJob, but last night I got to do proof edits for an upcoming SF short story. I think you're going to like this one.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

@wiswell.bsky.social - I've always been a sucker for Rodan. Great artist, better kaiju.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Reprint sale! Look for me soon-ish in BULLET POINTS. If you're a fan of MilSF, do yourself a favor and check out the magazine. @bulletpoints.bsky.social.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Oh dear, I seem to have pre-ordered some books today. <glances at teetering pile on unread books> Oh dear.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

I truly loathe any company who subjects prospective employees to this bullshit.

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Wright the Werewolf @werewolfwright.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

In light of the Passing of Icons Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, remember what they stood for. Be Good, Be funny, Be weird, Be yourself without compromise, but most of all, be Kind. Be loving, be a Light, shining into the world that shouts "You are not alone and I love you."

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, but not Mitch McConnell or the Felon in Chief? Go sit in the timeout corner, Death, and think about what you did wrong. Sheesh.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Yes, I know this is a social media promotion. And yes, it makes me want to go to New York.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Demons in Sin City? Why, of course! You can read all about in December. The perfect gift for anyone on your list who likes spec fic. Pre-order now and escape the holiday rush!

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

In honor of Black Cat Day, I present the Void Brothers -- Decaf (larger beast) and Chai.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Stopped at a traffic light this and saw a sign for “Christmas Tree farm” coming soon. Not today, Satan.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Replace "pounds" with "dollars" and "London" with "New York" and you have the US version.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Larger review later. For now - 5 STARS to *A TRADE OF BLOOD* by @robertjbennett.bsky.social. This is the 4th appearance of his fabulous pair of investigators, and I'm all for it. When—not if—you read this book, don't skip the Author's Note in the back. Seriously.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Friday troubles - the DayJob taunts me until I can curl up on the couch and devour more of A TRADE OF BLOOD by @robertjbennett.bsky.social.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I read Richard Lattimore’s version in college. Figured it was time to tackle it again with fresh eyes.

Cover of The Odyssey - Emily Wilson’s translation

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

@fatsam.bsky.social - nice to see you here! I cherish my old paperbacks of the Continuing Time series.

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

On my neighborhood free goods/services for trade site, there's a tech bro making what appears to be an honest offer of a clean, safe bedroom to fellow neighbors in need. On specific nights. --It's his Tesla in "camping mode." (Who knew?) So many questions.

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Your Internet Friend Tom Tomorrow @tomtomorrow.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

repeating the mantra bsky.app/profile/trek...

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Karl Dandenell (he/him dreams of retirement) @karldandenell.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

PRO: New computer! CON: Discovering all the software updates pending. (Same as it ever was.)

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