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Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal @jayapal.house.gov · 07/01/2026

WARNING — GRAPHIC CONTENT This video is absolutely horrific. ICE shot and killed a woman in her car as she was attempting to drive away. The violence and aggression must stop. Get ICE out of our cities.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Sometimes I’m still chasing the high of Infinite Summer, when thousands of people read all 1,088 pages of Infinite Jest together, including Colin Meloy from The Decemberists. What a time.

Screenshot of the Twitter app for a tweet from Colin Meloy @colinmeloy in August 2009.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Icon. Legend. And it’s only day 14.

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Taran Armstrong @taranarmstrong.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

You know the drill. Rate the players based on what little information we've received so far! #BB27 #RHAP www.surveymonkey.com/r/TRTYGBZ

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Big Brother 27 Player Ratings

How are they stacking up?

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

I'm ready for my feed to be all BB, all the time...

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

iOS 26’s Liquid Glass looks like my jailbroken iPhone from 2010.

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Senator Patty Murray @murray.senate.gov · 06/06/2025

House Republicans passed the single largest transfer of wealth from the poor to the rich in the HISTORY of our country. The GOP tax bill would deliver the largest cut to Medicaid and SNAP EVER. Repost and help me put a burning, bright spotlight on this awful disaster of a bill.

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Brian Scally @brianscally.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

You’re not an ally if you only act when it’s convenient. CBS walking back their 50% diversity initiative for their first returnee season since it’s been implemented is the worst thing about this cast #Survivor

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Coincidence that I haven’t been able to access their Pay ‘N Go site all day to process my prescription, and my local Bartell pharmacy opened late this morning? (I assume it’s open now, but I couldn’t wait longer and left.)

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Maybe I watched too much Mandalorian recently, but I could only think of Stormtroopers marching when I drove next to three white Teslas—all in a row—on the highway this week.

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a row of stormtroopers walking down a hallway in a black and white photo .

ALT: a row of stormtroopers walking down a hallway in a black and white photo .

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

I've actively used @last.fm for more than half my life...and I'm almost 40. I got Audioscrobbler beta access in July 2004. It's my oldest social media account and even pre-dates my Gmail address. I'm oddly proud of this... www.last.fm/user/ktparker

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Scott Sistek @scottseattlewx.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

SPC expands "significant" hail risk (2"+) to cover Seattle and Bellevue now. Also introduced a slightly higher tornado risk (5%) to parts of SW Washington east of I-5. #wawx

Latest SPC update as of Wednesday morning.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

I only saw one Oscar-nominated movie this season, and watched it the day before the awards ceremony: Anora. I guess we picked correctly?!

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Surprised to find just over 1.5 inches of new snow in West Seattle this morning! (Though this measurement came a little late, after it had already started to melt.) #wawx

Yellow measuring tape in the snow showing about 1.5 inches of accumulation.

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Michael Snyder @seattlewxguy.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

#wawx #thunderstorm This storm had supercell structure and apparent twin waterspouts, here with Mark Stewart and Matthew Pfab editing the photos. I'm still not believing what I saw. Very dark at the time, but did anyone else see this near Seahurst park, South of West Seattle?

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Seattle Weather Blog @seattleweather.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Just like in 2019, it’s the end of January and Seattle hasn’t seen a single flake of snow all winter. Just like in 2019, that’s about to change with the arrival of February. Wintry fun is in store for the next several days. Buckle up—it’s gonna be an interesting ride! ❄️🤞❄️

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

It’s the little things in life, like regularly beating the Wordle bot…

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

You know, I didn’t really use TikTok much before the “ban,” but I sure as fuck am not using it now.

Screenshot of TikTok showing the message: “Welcome back!
Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump's efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!
You can continue to create, share, and discover all the things you love on TikTok.”

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

No one prepared me for how hard it is to handle a dog who has dementia. Every week, she has one or two absolutely batshit, restless nights. Good luck, future me, getting to work before 8am tomorrow!

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

The Mountain was out Thursday morning. (I’ve lived in this house for six years, and will never get tired of the view.)

Mount Tahoma (Rainier) in the distance at sunrise, with thin pink and purple clouds against an orange-toned sky, framed by a cedar tree and nearby hills in the foreground.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

I started the year reading very consistently, but lost momentum around May. As such, I’ve only read…(checks notes)…THREE?! 1. James 2. The God of the Woods 3. Funny Story But I’m currently reading Martyr!, and hope to check another off this list by the end of the year. 💙📚

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100 Notable Books of 2024

Here are the year’s notable fiction, poetry and nonfiction, chosen by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #Books #BookChallenge 20/20

The cover of Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro features a close-up of a child’s face, focusing on wide blue eyes and soft facial features, creating an intimate and slightly haunting tone. The image is partially obscured by horizontal white bars containing the book’s title and author name in elegant black serif font.

A gold seal near the bottom right highlights that Ishiguro is a Nobel Prize winner in Literature, adding prestige to the cover. At the top, a quote from TIME praises the novel as a “page-turner and a heartbreaker,” emphasizing its emotional depth. The simplicity of the design, combined with the intense gaze, suggests a poignant and reflective narrative.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

The cover of Everything Is Illuminated by Jonathan Safran Foer features a vibrant, hand-drawn design with colorful gradients transitioning from pink and blue at the top to green and yellow at the bottom. The title dominates the cover in large, irregular, white letters that appear playful and dynamic.

The author’s name is also integrated into the text, with “Jonathan Safran Foer” written in a similar bold style. A quote from The New York Times highlights the book’s brilliance and emotional impact, placed alongside the title.

The black background contrasts sharply with the bright lettering, making the design visually striking and emphasizing the illumination suggested by the title. The overall effect is modern, artistic, and energetic.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Today we survived our first overnight emergency vet visit, after almost 16 years together. (No more of that, please.)

Selfie of a woman with short blondish hair, dark wire-rimmed glasses, and white sweatshirt holds a white and grey Havanese dog in the front seat of a car. The dog is looking to the right, not at the camera, while bundled in a pink/rust-colored jacket for warmth on a chilly November day.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

The cover of The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón features an open book that transitions into a sepia-toned cityscape, symbolizing a connection between the story and its setting. The title is written in a bold serif font, with “Shadow” emphasized in red, creating a sense of mystery.

A man dressed in dark clothing is depicted walking down a cobblestone street, looking over his shoulder, which adds an air of suspense. A glowing vintage streetlamp in the foreground enhances the gothic and nostalgic atmosphere.

The author’s name is prominently displayed in bold yellow at the bottom, along with a quote from Stephen King describing the book as “One gorgeous read.” The overall design conveys a mysterious and atmospheric tone, reflecting the novel’s themes.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

This is the cover of The Bone Clocks by David Mitchell. The design has a surreal and mysterious aesthetic that aligns with the novel’s complex, multi-dimensional narrative.

The background is dominated by shades of blue, resembling the sky with hints of clouds, suggesting a sense of vastness and time. The focal point of the design is a series of concentric circles, resembling the face of a clock or ripples, with small golden tick marks around the edges, hinting at the passage of time and the centrality of clocks to the story. At the center of the circles is an image of an apple against a dark green background, with a small branch and leaf.

The title, The Bone Clocks, is arranged across the cover in an elegant serif font, with “The” at the top, “Bone” in the middle, and “Clocks” below. The author’s name, David Mitchell, is prominently displayed at the bottom, with a note mentioning him as the author of Cloud Atlas, one of his most well-known works.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

This is the cover of The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead. The design is bold and evocative, reflecting the historical and thematic depth of the novel.

The background is a bright red, textured to resemble a worn, vintage surface, giving it a historical feel. The central visual motif consists of a network of railroad tracks drawn in cream-colored lines, symbolizing the Underground Railroad, the secret route used by enslaved people to escape to freedom. Tiny illustrations of figures walking along the tracks add a human element to the depiction.

The title and author’s name dominate the cover in bold, black, capitalized fonts. “Colson Whitehead” is placed prominently at the top, while “The Underground Railroad” spans the lower half. The word “The” is rendered in a cursive, elegant font, adding contrast to the otherwise bold typography.

Awards and accolades are highlighted on the cover. A gold seal announces the novel as the winner of the National Book Award, and another golden circle at the top right declares it a Pulitzer Prize winner, emphasizing its critical acclaim.

This cover is striking and symbolic, encapsulating the novel’s exploration of struggle, resilience, and freedom.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

This is the 75th Anniversary Edition cover of 1984 by George Orwell, characterized by its bold, geometric, and striking design.

The cover features a vibrant red background, which dominates the visual field and conveys a sense of urgency and intensity, fitting for the novel’s dystopian themes. At the center is a large eye-like design composed of concentric shapes. A black circle in the middle holds the book’s title, 1984, in a white serif font, creating a stark contrast. Surrounding the black circle is a bright blue ring, which is encased within a larger white diamond shape, resembling an abstract, stylized depiction of an all-seeing eye—a recurring motif in the novel.

The author’s name, George Orwell, is placed above and below the central image, written in a bold, modern, and slightly distorted black font, echoing the themes of distortion and surveillance.

This minimalist yet powerful design captures the novel’s chilling focus on surveillance, control, and societal manipulation.

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Yashar Ali 🐘 @yasharali.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Well…this moment was the beginning of the end for all of us.

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Bill DeMayo @bdemayo.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

Hey remember when China was gonna get a 2000% tariff and everything was gonna be great because magic? And then china got a 10% tariff and everywhere that sells us food got a worse one? Yeah, those were great times. But at least egg prices -- oh. Oh, well that's not good

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

The cover of Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace is simple yet impactful, with a focus on bold typography and minimal imagery.

The background is a vivid blue sky with a few white clouds, creating a sense of openness and infinity, which ties into the book’s title and themes. The largest element is the title, INFINITE JEST, written in enormous, slanted, bright yellow block letters that dominate the upper portion of the cover, immediately grabbing attention.

Below the title, the text “National Bestseller” is presented in smaller, white uppercase letters, followed by the author’s name, David Foster Wallace, in a clean, bold, white font.

A brief review excerpt from The New York Times appears at the bottom, praising the novel as “uproarious” and highlighting Wallace’s extraordinary talent. The minimalist design and sharp contrast between the bright yellow title and the serene blue sky give the cover a modern and intellectual aesthetic, perfectly suiting this iconic work of literary fiction.

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Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

This will mean higher gas prices, higher alcohol prices, higher food prices, higher building prices, higher car prices, higher pharmaceutical prices, etc. Trump is about to teach Americans who *actually* pays for tariffs (the consumers do).

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

The cover of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid exudes glamour and sophistication, perfectly mirroring the story’s themes of Hollywood allure and drama.

The central visual feature is a striking image of a woman in a vibrant emerald green gown, evoking old Hollywood elegance. Her pose, cropped to show only her face, shoulders, and part of the dress, adds an air of mystery while focusing attention on her iconic style. A pearl necklace graces her neck, further emphasizing her luxurious persona.

The title, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, is written in bold, cream-colored capital letters with a golden glow, standing out against the darker background. The words are staggered across the center of the cover, ensuring visual balance with the dress. Below the title, the author’s name, Taylor Jenkins Reid, appears in a smaller but equally bold font in gold, tying into the glamorous color palette.

A gold circular badge at the top left corner highlights the book’s success with the statement “Over 5 Million Copies Sold.”

The entire design is framed by gold borders, enhancing the opulent feel. The overall aesthetic is luxurious and dramatic, evoking the allure of a Hollywood starlet’s life and secrets.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

The cover of Circe by Madeline Miller is bold and evocative, blending ancient Greek design elements with modern minimalism.

The central feature is a stylized illustration of a woman’s face, rendered in an orange and black color scheme. The figure, representing Circe, has a symmetrical, mask-like appearance, with almond-shaped black eyes, a small triangular nose, and a serene expression. Surrounding her face are laurel leaves, symbolizing her divine and mythological heritage. The design is framed by a repeating Greek key pattern, adding to the classical aesthetic.

The title, Circe, is prominently displayed in large white capital letters at the center of the cover, beneath the illustration. Below the title, the subtitle “A Novel” is in a smaller font.

The overall design is striking and dramatic, perfectly capturing the blend of mythology, power, and femininity central to the novel.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

The cover of The Meaning of Night: A Confession by Michael Cox features a haunting and atmospheric design, evoking a sense of mystery and historical intrigue.

The image centers on the back of a man wearing a dark overcoat and a tall black top hat, looking out over a desolate, foggy street. The setting has a Victorian-era ambiance, with barren trees lining the path and dim streetlights casting a faint glow. In the distance, another solitary figure stands, adding to the eerie, suspenseful mood.

The title, The Meaning of Night, is written in elegant, pale green serif font and positioned centrally on the cover. Beneath it, the subtitle A Confession is displayed in smaller text with decorative flourishes on either side, reinforcing the novel’s gothic style. The author’s name, Michael Cox, is in capitalized bronze text below the subtitle.

The overall design is moody and sophisticated, capturing the novel’s themes of mystery, obsession, and dark secrets.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

The cover of Just Kids by Patti Smith features a sepia-toned photograph of two young people standing side by side in a candid, vintage style. The image conveys a sense of friendship, art, and bohemian culture.

On the left, Patti Smith, with long dark hair, is dressed in a loose-fitting white shirt and light-colored overalls, with a headband tied around her forehead. Her expression is calm and introspective, with her hands lightly clasped in front of her.

To her right is a man, Robert Mapplethorpe, with curly hair under a tilted hat, wearing a black outfit that includes a polka-dotted scarf tied loosely around his neck, a jacket, and fitted jeans with a studded belt. He holds a plastic bag casually at his side.

The background shows what appears to be a street scene, including signs and architectural details, evoking a New York City vibe, likely during the 1960s or 1970s. A dark horizontal band at the bottom of the cover contains the title and the author’s name in a clean serif font.

The overall design exudes nostalgia and authenticity, reflecting themes of creativity, youth, and the formative relationships in the author’s life.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

The cover of North Woods by Daniel Mason features a richly illustrated design. The central focus is a large, reclining mountain lion with golden-brown fur and an intense, contemplative expression. The animal is depicted in a naturalistic style, resting on a grassy area with detailed foliage, conveying a connection to nature and wilderness.

The background shows a vibrant blue sky with textured, painterly clouds, creating a serene and expansive atmosphere. The title, North Woods, is bold and black, positioned prominently across the top portion of the cover. The author’s name, “DANIEL MASON,” appears in uppercase above the title, with “Finalist for the Pulitzer Prize” subtly noted above it.

The design combines artful imagery with a strong literary presentation, hinting at themes of nature, mystery, and human connection.

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

If there’s one person I wanted to show up on Bluesky, it’s the guy who talks about blue skies—and, of course, all manner of Seattle precipitation. (🤞🤞 for a snowy winter!)

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

In 2024, we use incredible technologies daily. And yet calling a phone number remains our only means of reporting a power outage? #wawx #seattle

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

One account I’m super happy made the jump to Bluesky! Partially for the information, but mostly for the comedy. #Seattle

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

The cover of State of Wonder by Ann Patchett is elegant and vintage-inspired, featuring a textured parchment-like background that evokes an old manuscript. Surrounding the title and author’s name is an intricate border of scrolling botanical patterns and natural motifs, including flowers, leaves, and small animals. At the top and bottom of the frame, two entwined serpents form loops, adding a sense of mystery and symbolism.

At the center, the author’s name, “ANN PATCHETT,” is displayed in uppercase letters, with a subtle gradient that transitions from red to dark gray. Below, the title, State of Wonder, is written in a mix of classic serif fonts, with “State” in deep blue and “of Wonder” in teal, emphasizing its literary and imaginative tone. A small dragonfly hovers between the author’s name and the title, hinting at themes of nature and exploration.

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Mike Bloom @amikebloomtype.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Sean Duffy from The Real World has been nominated for Secretary of Transportation. Ironically, that means he'll be in charge of Road Rules

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Katie Parker @katieparker.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

The cover of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury features a minimalist yet striking design. At the center, a humanoid figure appears to be constructed out of newspaper clippings and geometric shapes. The figure stands amidst flames, symbolizing the book’s central themes of fire and censorship. The words “FIRE MAN” are printed on the figure, referencing the protagonist’s role as a book-burning fireman.

The title, Fahrenheit 451, is written boldly at the bottom in two colors: “Fahrenheit” in black and “451” in red, emphasizing the heat of combustion. Above the title, the author’s name, “Ray Bradbury,” is displayed in large, blocky letters with “Ray” in gray and “Bradbury” in red.

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