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Kathy G

@kathyg10.bsky.social
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Wife, caregiver, and widow to the best husband in the world. Dementia awareness ambassador, proud federal retiree, dog-lover, bird watcher, avid reader, knitter, and joy finder.

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Dementia Community @dementiacommunity.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
📢 1 week to go! Join us for our next free webinar! 🪧 Help change the future: Join Dementia Research 🗓 Monday 20th July 2026 ⏰ 2–3pm (UK time) 💷 Free to attend 👉 Register here: buff.ly/F00HGnU 💙 Support us: buff.ly/xKGZ6GE #dementia #webinar @beatdementia @minghowriter.bsky.social
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Look at these little cuties!!! I worry for my hostas … but just can’t resist baby #bunnies.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Love bringing the spring flowers into the house. 🌺 #peonies #dogwoods #springtime
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Having been a long-time patron of the John F Kennedy Center of the Performing Arts, I am heartbroken by the desecration and vandalism (for that is what it is) happening now. "A society that forgets arts risks losing its soul." Thank you for speaking up, Mr. Palermo! #TheKennedyCenter #TheAtlantic
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What I Saw Inside the Kennedy Center
I spent 10 months working at the institution because I thought I could help protect it. What I observed there is far worse than the public knows.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
What a beautiful and sacred day walking with the Buddhist #monks for #peace. Start each morning with "Today will be my peaceful day." #walkforpeace2026 #WashingtonDC #Day108
The Buddhist monks assembling in front of the National United Methodist Church in Washington, DCThe Buddhist months with faith leaders from all religions in front of Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DCMy friend and I in front of the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC, after listening to the Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
‘Crisis’: The fallout from Trump’s surprise plan to close #KennedyCenter #shame #performingarts #atrisk #crisis
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Finished the #Norwegian #resistance #hat (using leftover Christmas stash🤣). In the middle of the hat, is the word "Freedom!" in morse code (knits and purls). #knitsky #MelttheICE #NoICE
Norwegian red hat with braided tassel and the word "Freedom!" in morse code (K-P) around the hat.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Just finished reading "The #Fabric of #Civilization: How #Textiles Made The World" by Virginia Postrel. Amazing story of how #fiber is woven through advancements in #culture, #industry, #math, #science, #politics, #art, #technology, #economics, #banking, and much more. Highly recommend! #booksky 💙📚
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Nice visitor on this wintry day ... #birds
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Keeping him near me ... the top ring has my beloved's fingerprint etched around the band. It arrived the night before Thanksgiving although the delivery notice said it wouldn't be until Friday. I like to believe that he helped get it to me early. #grief #loss #miracles
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Fresh off the needles...love this wavy pattern. This pattern is #free from #yarninspirations. www.yarnspirations.com/products/pat... #knitsky #pillow #cables
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
#shredded #thiswillimpactus #shameful
fedscoop.com
HHS, Education, IRS among agencies impacted by Trump RIFs during shutdown
The White House disclosed at least 4,100 federal workers may have been sent RIF notices, a week after President Trump said he and OMB’s Russ Vought would target “Democrat Agencies.”
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
#loss #grief #love #worthit
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Sixteen years ago, we said "I do".... and I always will. I miss you, my #love! #grieving #anniversary #lossofspouse
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Finished this beautiful #shawl for my sister's #birthday. Pattern is Serenity Wrap by Eileen Jack. Blue Sky Fibers Metalico in rose quartz. Such a beautiful #yarn! #knitsky #wip
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vegy🥕power🥕🐇 @vegypower.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
"...it might be the only softness someone feels today. So be kind." - Adeife Adeyeye #grief #kindness #love #quote
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
Today we walked to honor my beloved ... #endalz #dementia #walktoendalzheimers
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Bill ♥️ @billwx.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
This is an amazing performance that is a must watch. youtube.com/watch?v=rfUE...
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The most INSANE Bohemian Rhapsody Flashmob you will ever see!!
YouTube video by Julien Cohen
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
My beloved Carl gained his wings on 8/24/25. He is now whole and healed and I am broken. Grieving for him is so much harder than caring for him. I'm so lucky to have found #truelove. We held hands every day since our wedding day. #Alzheimers #caregiving #stopalltheclocks #icarryyourheartinmyheart
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
"We sign this declaration in our own personal capacities, on our personal time, and without the use of government equipment, as protected by our First Amendment rights..." www.savehhs.org
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
We enjoyed a summer luau at our local #seniorcenter. My hubby even wanted to #dance. Rumbas, mocktails, and island music -- fun day!! #caregiving #dementia #activities #stage6
A senior couple dressed for a luau. The woman is wearing a sherbet colored maxi-dress and a blue lei. The man is wearing shorts and an island shirt with a pink and yellow lei.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
Six #IRS Commissioners in less than 7 months; several who stood in the gap to #protectdata. Staffing down 25% due to #DOGE. Appreciate the leaders leading through this #crisis. How to effectively fund the govt when our financial agency breaks?! Read the NYT article. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/08/u...
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Trump Is Removing I.R.S. Chief 2 Months After He Was Confirmed
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The Realistic Caregiver @caregiverqueen.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
The worst part of being a family #caregiver is the feeling that you're all alone, and no one understands. But you're not alone, and the only ones who don't understand are the ones who have never experienced it themselves. It's time to make ourselves heard. open.substack.com/pub/thereali...
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“I Don’t Know Any Family Caregivers!”
Uhhh, Yeah You Do. And That’s The Problem.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
#zinnias
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
#SUNFLOWERS!!
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Visited one of our favorite farms today to see their fields of #zinnias and #sunflowers. Total #serenity! #garden #butterfly #caregiving #love
A couple taking a selfie in a zinnia patch with a barn in the background. A field of zinnias in gold, orange, pink, purple, and red. Barn in the background. A man standing in patch of sunflowers. A yellow and black butterfly on a pink zinnia.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Making the elegant Serenity Wrap for my sister's birthday gift. blueskyfibers.com/product/sere... Yarn is Blue Sky Metalico (baby alpaca and silk). #wipwednesday #knitsky #knitting
Shawl in brownish-pink on knitting needles.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
July reading round-up. 💙📚Five books; 1,500 pages. Avg rating 4.1. #booksky
Cover picture of five books from StoryGraph: Persuasion by Jane Austen, The Cruelest Month by Louise Penny, Every Living Thing by Jason Roberts and The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
"Every Living Thing" is an epic history the #scientists who tried to classify, understand, and develop a #taxonomy of our world. The book covered many complex topics, including the distorted beginnings of #racism. Not my usual genre and I liked it. 💙📚 #biography #political #conflicts
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 27/07/2025
My hubby loves music. We had a fun night rocking with some brothers at one of our favorite venues. #dementia #Alzheimer's #caregiving #musictherapy
A man and two ladies sitting at a table in a music venue. Michael and Kevin Bacon on stage at the Birchmere Theater in Alexandria, VA. Michael is playing guitar and Kevin is playing a drum. The Pernikoff Brothers playing a concert at the Birchmere Theater in Alexandria, VA.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
My hubby loves people deeply and for life. Today, we had lunch with one of his favorite high school buddies. The picture says it all! What joy! I haven't heard my husband laugh like this in a long time. Then and now 💕 #dementia #Alzheimers #lifelongfriends #timelessfriendship #caregiving
A black and white photo of two teenagers standing near the plaque for Great Falls, circa 1960.The same two men smiling together in front of a wall of wine in 2025. Lifelong friends.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Off the needles and blocked! Can hardly wait to wear it this summer. Love the lacy edge. Free pattern: novita.com/en/patterns/... #wipWednesday #wip #knitsky #knitting
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Enjoyed a fun morning at aquatic exercise. Hubby has fun "playing" in the pool and tries very hard to do all the moves. Love sharing these moments with him! Good exercise. Great memories. #dementia #caregiving #seniorfitness #FASTstage6 #LifewithAlzhimers
Man holding gym bag, pool noodle, and cup standing in front of outdoor pool.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Entertaining #book and a perfect activity for my husband with #dementia! He #read aloud to me for 10 minutes or sometimes only one page. We both enjoyed the #anecdotes and history. #caregiving #activities #Alzheimers
Picture of the book “Why Do We Say That?” by Scott Matthews
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
It's been one year since you got your wings. I've missed you every day. And I can only imagine your face and the excitement as you tell stories of your life to the angels around you. I love you #Dad always! #mourning #loss #love #songster #storyteller
Black and white photo of a man with outstretched arms smiling. Mountains in the background.
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The Dementia League @dementialeague.bsky.social · 19/07/2025
OPTIMAL lab ranges for memory health. Repost & bookmark. Compare with your labs and discuss with your physician today if you are older than 35. Prevention = Power. 🧠
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 06/07/2025
Love ❤️ this man who overcomes his disability to help. He can't serve VBS snacks this year but he willingly helped decorate. The theme is True North🧭. We made a tent ⛺ over one doorway and streamers over another doorway to represent the aurora borealis. #LivingwithAlz #caregiving #dementia
An older couple standing in front of a big backdrop of mountains, river, and wildlife, including bears, moose, and eagle.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Enjoying a perfect summer night with my hubby. 💕 We had a busy day - working in a food pantry, lunch with friends, reading a novel, and now wine,music and candle light. #Alzheimers #dementia #caregiving
A man sitting on a outdoor loveseat at dusk.
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
A #summer #sweater in progress ... love this color! Hoping to finish this month to wear in August. The free pattern is available here: novita.com/en/patterns/... #wipwednesday #knitsky #knitting
Ilmatar lace top, a knitting project about 1/3 complete, on circular needles. The yarn is guava colored.
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Bill ♥️ @billwx.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Happy Canada Day to all our friends who live in Canada.
Wishing you a day filled
with love, laughter, and joy as we celebrate this great nation.
Happy Canada Day
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
A trio of American #goldfinches visiting my yard this afternoon. I love the lemony yellow color! #birds
Three gold finches - two perching on a tomato cage and the third on a nearby shepherd's hook holding a bird feeder.
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Lena (they/them) 🩷💛🩵 @petalsketch.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
“You're fooling yourself. We're living in a dictatorship! A self-perpetuating autocracy.” -Dennis
screenshot of Dennis the peasant & the peasant woman from monty python and the quest for the holy grail, lying in the filth patch
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Ian Kremer @wolverinebear.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Trump’s cuts to more than 1700 #NIH grants get court hearing www.science.org/content/arti... by @sarareardon.bsky.social @science.org #Alzheimers #dementia #neuroscience #science
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Trump’s cuts to more than 1700 NIH grants get court hearing
District judge could declare terminations unlawful—or toss suit based on technicalities
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Worldwide Knit in Public Day! #Knitting to the #blues in the park! #WWKIP #knitsky
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Cascade Yarns® @cascadeyarns.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
🌎Today is World Wide Knit in Public Day! Join the global celebration of creativity and build connections through art. 🧶 #WWKIPD #cascadeyarns #yarnlove #knitsky
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
#WIPWednesday Started a new project today: #Ilmatar lace top by #Novita Venla in this beautiful guava color. Free pattern on #Ravelry. Knit from the bottom up. Started the #lace edge. #knitsky #intheround
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
"The Woman Who Smashed #Codes:" true story of Elizabeth Smith Friedman and husband, William, who pioneered #cryptography in the United States. This book corrects the #historicalrecord and her contribution to #WWI, #WWII, and catching #prohibition smugglers. #Booksky 📚💙 #NSA #FBI #coastguard #⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
Sharing the #lilies that we planted after #Easter. They once honored our loved ones at church and now bloom in a little corner of the #garden. So beautiful and smell so good!
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 07/06/2025
Found this cute little guy in the woods behind our house. I think I’ll call him Tommy. Beautiful markings! #EasternBoxTurtle #lovenature
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Kathy G @kathyg10.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
From the #garden…so pretty 💕 #roses
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