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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

yellow-rumped warbler's yellow butt 🪶#birds #nature #photography

Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

“This place is colorless. Nothing stands out. Each gray thing blends seamlessly into the next.” From “On the Other Side,” a #creepy short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #books #Halloween. 🩸📚

The book cover shows a skeleton sitting in a chair while reading a book by candlelight at midnight.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

You know fall is here when the kinglets migrate. Welcome them into your home with a print from my collection at katherine-mccray.pixels.com. Photos are also available as greeting cards, mugs, ornaments, and more. #pixels #FineArtAmerica #fallmigration #photography #nature #birds 🪶

A small, olive-colored bird sits on a branch.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

“The footlights at the edge of the stage flicker. His skin prickles. ‘Someone is watching me.’” From “The Frightening Flicker,” a #creepy short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #books #Halloween 🩸📚

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

“Families and young couples with shopping bags were nowhere to be found—only shadowy figures and ghostly beings walked the street. Eerie trick-or-treaters that vanished in the blink of an eye.” From a short story in my book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #books #Halloween 🩸📚

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Fall is right around the corner. Spruce up your home with vibrant #autumn photos such as this one available for purchase at katherine-mccray.pixels.com/collections/.... Photos are also available as greeting cards, mugs, ornaments, and more. #pixels #FineArtAmerica #fall #photography #nature

The photo shows a close-up of vibrant red maples leaves.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today is the 164th anniversary of the Battle of #Antietam. It's the bloodiest battle in U.S. history, which, not surprisingly, created a #haunted battlefield. Read about my #paranormal experiences at the bloody cornfield and Burnside's Bridge in my #book (a.co/d/0iPAXXZf). 🩸📚

The book cover shows a creepy old house under a full moon.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“Before Franklin can move, he sees the shadows. They come down the hallway. They come up the stairs. They come out of the bathroom.” From “The Hallway,” a #creepy short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #Halloween #books 🩸📚💙

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Either female or juvenile indigo bunting #birds #nature #photography 🪶

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Miss seeing your favorite #birds after they leave during fall migration? Bring them into your home with prints from my collection at katherine-mccray.pixels.com. Photos are also available as greeting cards, ornaments, mugs, and more. 🪶 #pixels #FineArtAmerica #fallmigration #photography #nature

Photo shows a hummingbird on marigolds in a soft focus of white, orange, and green colors.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

My short story, The Chosen, published in Bluff & Vine Issue 10 (a.co/d/0eBRo8Tl), which is a literary review about the #fingerlakes. My #creepy story involves rag dolls sold at festivals; perfect for #Halloween. It will also be in my short story collection due late 2027. 📚

The book cover is a painting of a waterfall in the Finger Lakes.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

“The glowing green eyes jumped toward her and scared her. She did not move. Neither did the eyes.” From “Timeless Attachments,” a #creepy short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #Halloween #books 📚🩸

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Patton Oswalt @pattonoswalt.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Apparently people are sharing this far and wide on social media, which I think is horrible. This could cripple ICE operations. PLEASE do not share this.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

“Cecily walks past the stairs on her way to the kitchen. She doesn’t look up. They never do. If they did, they would see me sitting on the top step.” From “Girls’ Night Out,” a #creepy short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #Halloween #books 🩸📚

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Monarchs and other #butterflies will be leaving soon. See them year-round with photos such as this one, available for purchase at katherine-mccray.pixels.com. Images are also available as greeting cards, mugs, phone cases, and more. #photography #nature #autumn 🦋

Image shows a vibrant monarch butterfly with orange and black wings against a gray background.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

“He had never heard one of those phantom voices, but his father had warned him about them. 'Don’t answer them,' he had said.” From “Let Us Help You,” a #spooky short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #Halloween #Books 📚🩸

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

“The planchette was moving. It went toward the Yes but did not land on it. Nora noticed a light flicker in the upstairs hallway. Then the kitchen door slammed shut.” From “Parlor Games,” a short story in my new book: Stories Best Read at Midnight (a.co/d/1nqpNS9) #Halloween #BookSky 💙📚🩸

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Find a park bench, relax, and enjoy the day. This and other photos of #summer are available for purchase at katherine-mccray.pixels.com. Images are also available as greeting cards, mugs, phone cases, and more. #photography #outdoors

A black-and-white photo of a park bench with an intricate design surrounded by grass and bushes.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Nature's #fireworks. This and other images are currently on sale at my photo website (katherine-mccray.pixels.com). The images are also available as greeting cards, mugs, phone cases, and more. #photography #july4

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Ziegler’s Grove in #Gettysburg was part of the heavy fighting during Pickett’s Charge on July 3rd. One of the casualties there was a member of my church who was in the 108th NY Infantry. You can read about my #paranormal experiences there in my #book (a.co/d/06gn8Hxw). 🩸

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The second day of battle at #Gettysburg took place in areas such as the Triangular Field, Devil's Den, and Little Round Top. I've had many #paranormal experiences in those areas. Read about them in Chapter 9 of my #book (a.co/d/0ag78IAU) 🩸

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Iverson's Pits is a field in #Gettysburg named for a Confederate general who suffered heavy losses there July 1, 1863. Do his soldiers still call out for him? What #paranormal activity takes place there? Find out in Chapter 9 of my book. (a.co/d/0jaw4sxn) #Gettysburg163 📚🩸#books

Cover of book titled The Autobiography of My Haunted Life. Image is a spooky-looking house near a misty pond in the moonlight.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Today is the 163rd anniversary of the first day of battle at #Gettysburg. This image was taken at the high-water mark and is available for purchase along with other #civilwar photos at katherine-mccray.pixels.com/collections/.... #photography #blackandwhite

A black-and-white image of a monument at the high-water mark in Gettysburg.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

An "albino" milkweed plant, possibly from a genetic mutation. #flowers #nature #photography

A milkweed plant with white leaves and flower buds.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Over 30 images of #butterflies, like these #monarchs, and other pollinators are available for purchase at katherine-mccray.pixels.com. Images are also available as greeting cards, mugs, phone cases, and more. #nature #photography

Two orange and black monarch butterflies feast on pink and white milkweed blooms.

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Kathy @orbgirl1.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Juvenile double-breasted cormorants #birds #nature #photography 🪶

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