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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

A young associate recently asked if I was aware of my unusual number of specific sensory opinions about our workplace. Sir, I survived 18 years of terrible big-firm lighting, contaminated government office tap water, and 1950s-era ergonomics. I’m here to be the change I want to see in the world.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

The ice machine in the big kitchen yields satisfactory medium-sized crunchy ice. IMHO tiny crunchy ice would melt too fast and dilute my perfect mixture. (Also, in case you haven’t found it already, the better glassware is in those small cabinets across from the moot courtroom).

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We have both a flavored sparkling water and an iced tea on tap, and my secret work menu is that I mix them half and half over good crunchy ice when I’m buckling down to do some serious writing. #WCBGDrinkMenu

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

My court bag is not organized enough for anyone to make that assumption.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

On my way into DC federal courthouse, someone was asked if I was a reporter. I took the hint and immediately fixed my hair. (To be fair, it’s very humid).

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

So much stubborn affection for this strange little airport. The whole thing makes no sense at all in 2026. But I’m always so pleased to land here.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

My dad is a polio survivor with life-long nerve pain and partial paralysis. I wish the vaccine had been available sooner.

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Elle @elleisanisland.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Pope Leo XIV has been gifted a massive green orb and honestly not now massive green orb

Pope Leo by a green glass orb the size of a med-large pumpkin

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

I’m fighting a morning migraine so I’m late for our mandatory morning walk. Cattle dog “shark attack” incoming. (Please note this dog didn’t even like walks when we got her, so she maybe can temper her faux outrage just a little).

Small brown cattle dog with large upright ears stares intently at her owner off camera, poised to jump on owner’s face because this dog is adorable but also savage about her mandatory morning walks.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I still use it sometimes — especially for the hopelessly mangled quote of a quote that nonetheless has the actual words juxtaposed exactly right for the point I want to make.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I thought the same but he’s double Notre Dame. Nonetheless, he is welcome at the Hoya lunch table any day.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

This plot is so twisty and I like it.

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Sen. Pumpkin Gogurt @ugarles.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

was the distraction a dude in a ghillie suit

picture of a man with binoculars dressed like a shrub above the nj.com headline "A NJ cop disguised himself as a shrub - and helpedcatch 74 distracted drivers in one day

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

That makes a lot of sense! I watched the first two movies a few years ago and was disappointed. Maybe I need to watch again on a rainy day.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Can you distill what you particularly like about the Godfather movies?

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

It’s been 6 years since my biggest supporter and best friend died. I honored her today by doing nothing of importance—read 1/2 a novel, made a roast, pulled weeds, walked the dog, watched a kid blow bubbles in the park. Still can’t listen to her voicemails, but they’re there if I need them.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, or Alice In Chains

Album cover for The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The Taco Bell Bean Burrito has never let me down. Good days, bad days, whatever. A toasty melty bit of bean dip wrapped in a budget tortilla. Perfectly mid every time.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Once again, Houston is just different.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Do you use a starch? I love the smell of a light spray starch.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Collin, I had a crappy day and am feeling mad at the world. This made me smile. Thanks for spreading kindness.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Wait. Orchids have a fragrance? That’s amazing.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Hmm. The original (bunk to begin with but whatever) and the WH version. Context matters. The original made Grant look scruffy and Lee pompous but the key players are the wingmen. Grant’s guys were ready to keep throwing down. Cropping them out and popping the highlights on Lee changes the message.

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Seth Cotlar @sethcotlar.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Subtle

HOUSE
The White House • • Follow
6h •
A nation built on unity.
Whose Broad Stripes & Bright
Stars Through the Perilous Fight
THE WHITE HOUSE
25C
"Let Us Have Peace" by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris
A painting of Grant and Lee shaking hands

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Will Li @williamlidc.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

It’s like a SNL Stefan skit. DC’s hottest club is the Reconstituted Kennedy Center, this place has everything. Humidity. Renee Fleming. CSPAN. Men on scaffolding approaching the maximum height limitation for buildings in DC.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Sweet Daisy enjoyed the morning until she decided to fall asleep so she could wake up and do it all over again. An excellent plan really.

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Raffi Melkonian @rmfifthcircuit.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Proud to see our Firm associate, Maha Ghyas, quoted in NYT today about our involvement in the suit to prevent anti-Muslim discrimination in the Texas voucher program. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/03/u...

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Michelle Strowhiro @strowhiro.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Just a reminder: don’t pinch your coworkers. Even if they’re not wearing green. There is no St. Patrick’s Day affirmative defense to harassment or assault. This has been a PSA from your friendly neighborhood employment lawyer.

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FLAVOR FLAV ⏰ @flavorflav.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Letz go even bigger and better,,, ALL Female US Olympians and Paralympian medalists are invited out to celebrate in Viva Las Vegas for the SHE GOT GAME Weekend ,,, Hit a guy up and LETZ GOOO

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

Fellow Texans, if you like learning about “Bella Ciao,” you’re going to love the real history of “Come to the Bower.”

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Have you ever made pasta con le sarde? Kids might not like it, but it’s really good if you like tinned fish.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

I had a mini mincemeat pie! (Ok, fine, I had two. And a sand tart cookie).

Little mincemeat pies in a Tupperware bowl

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Correction: Raffi won’t *knowingly* eat live bugs.

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Endless Screaming @infinitescream.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

AAAHHHHHHHHHHH

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

We sometimes got the really good Yankees tickets from my friend’s job and the way the girls around us all screamed for “Jeee-taah” it sounded like a rock concert.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

What’s your favorite weeknight dinner?

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Jason P. Steed @profsteed.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

If a child, their parents, and their medical doctor are all in favor of pursuing a generally accepted medical treatment, why would lawmakers intervene to prohibit it?

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Several parts of Houston come pretty close. Come visit Longpoint Road between Old Hempstead Road and Gessner. Bring cash and wear stretchy pants.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

I had to throw an entire muffin pan away for exactly this reason last week.

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Ooh yes. I would love to be a customer please. I assume there are regular snack breaks on these walkabouts?

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Yeah, but I can’t say most of them in court….

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Rachel H. Stinson @plainerror.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Some background: Houston’s toll roads are wildly profitable, tolls can soar to $20 or more, and no cash is accepted at most tollbooths. So “toll violations” are pretty commonplace here.

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