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Sandradny

@sandradny.bsky.social
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Non-compliant rural craver of hilltops, good food, and democracy. Aspirational creative.

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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 15h
I worked in downtown Dallas in the late 80s/early 90s. I used to walked through the store on my lunch break. It was where I learned about beautiful things and quiet culture. No one ever made this country girl feel small. I am sad to know it's gone.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
At the farm today I'm pretending to be Italien because I've been to Italy a time or two. Although these are for sauce, the smell gives me a hankering for a bloody Mary mix. #canningaddiction
A white hand crank food strainer is churning out roma tomatoes for sauce. Tomatoes drop into a large red plastic bowl. The pulp is diverted into a blue plastic bowl.The background features an authentic farmhouse kitchen -- zero frills and all grandma.
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𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕖 𝔾𝕦𝕣𝕝 @sundaedivine.lol · 01/10/2026
Even in dark times, democracy can renew itself. That’s the quiet power of voting: every election is a chance to refresh the system, correct course, and begin again.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
In my deeply red house district, democratic candidate signs vastly outnumber republican signs. Our current representative is a MAGA coward. May a huge blue wave wash them away forever.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Like a toddler, everything he doesn't like is fake. His small brained followers are like children as well. His enablers are mostly smarter, but are clearly compromised in some way, see Susan Collins.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
I'm off to the farm to plant 1000 daffodils for the spring. Because there is hope, right? Right?
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Beach Life @beachlife1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Yes It Is
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Nauseating. Drive through downtown Buffalo and think about what else might have been done with that money.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Can the #bills retire these ugly gray uniforms?
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Keon!!!
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Lorna MacGillivray @elemjay.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#MatriarchyNow
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Fox having Tom Brady call a #Bills game is diabolical. Forced to turn the sound off.
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Biggie @biggienotsmalls.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
This is a political time to wake up EVERYDAY prepared to Speak Truth to Power!...
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𝔸𝕞𝕪 𝔹. 💚🌱 #voteforyourlife! #protectdemocracy 🗳️💙🌊 @beachandtreesplz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Texans /all- check your voter registration! Dont let them suppress your voice!!
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
A little candle caught an antique cherry table on fire in my house. It was a stupid mistake. It could have been terribly expensive, but only a little damage to the table. Where was the smoke alarm? Disconnected. Fixing that tomorrow. #feelinglucky
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
So, we've been told that the GOP will act when their base turns against Trump. Polls indicate that this has finally happened. But GOP politicians still support him. #followthemoney
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We are trying to lease hunting rights on the farm through a broker. Broker has not deliver payment as promised. They are using USPS for delivery service. Priority mail has been in transit for a week. Tracking unreliable. GOP broke the post office on purpose to try to retain power.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
MAGA mom and friend headed to Florida tonight probably traversing both Newark and DC airspace. Crap
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Last weekend Maga sister and mother cleaned out a farm garage. Today when the junk man came, I helped him load up and discovered several Trump/Vance signs in the pile. Has progress been made?
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Way to amplify Maclamore's message worldwide, Mr. Kraft. Brilliant PR move, you spineless weasel.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Every piece of AI slop earns a block. I'd rather watch a 90s PowerPoint and save the water, thank you.
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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
FALL OF DEMOCRACY UPDATE: The authoritarian fascist in the Oval Office now says he’s banning CNN & MS NOW & Politico because they don’t glaze him enough (like the right-wing outlets) We are very far off the cliff, folks 🇺🇸
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
No lies told here.
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Wanda Carmel @wandacarmel.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Inspiration Point at Letchworth State Park. #photography #Falls #nature #bridge
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Newshound411 @newshound411.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
There’s nothing like the sweet smell of failure in the morning.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I had a bucket list moment this week. I watched this tiny turtle make it's way into the ocean for the first time. Magical.
A turtle hatching making tracks on the sand.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Let's get in the streets. Enough of this.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Um. Who's gonna tell them? History mean anything anymore?
Chowan County regional fair. Celebrating 250 years of growing and harvesting freedom.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Um. Who's gonna tell them? History mean anything anymore?
Chowan County regional fair. Celebrating 250 years of growing and harvesting freedom.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Waves are healing.
Just a girl in a black swimsuit sitting in the sand admiring the waves.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
While on vacation I've been learning to live beside the locals.
A large alligator suns himself by the retaining pond. His tail dips into the water, creating a lovely and sinister reflection.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The nation is in crisis, but the beach is still beautiful. Let's change our trajectory in November.
A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean at Hilton Head island. There is beautiful greenery and sea grasses lining the path. Dark clouds and sky are in the distance.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
My rage and dispair have no outlet. Anyone else feel this way?
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
I'm worried about @weratedogs.com. I haven't seen a rating in days and Puppy court is not in session. As a dogless lurker, I am in need of my doggo fix. Everything OK?
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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 27/08/2026
Charlie Angus just UNLOADED on Trump over his latest attack on Canada: “Your fight with Canada is the beginning of your end.”
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Read a quote recently about how every family has a last summer where everyone is together. Here at the end of summer, I can't stop thinking about that.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Today is tomato canning day at the farm. In the winter, I'll make homemade pasta sauce, chili, and goulash and remember this day.
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Susanne democratic socialist @momoftwo.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
This is just amazing. You would think that Texans would want to get back to that level.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
I am hearing the first flock of geese heading south. Winter is coming.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
I just did the thing: reduced my internet service speed to eliminate gaming activity in my home. I hate those things. Sorry. Not sorry.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Today is the 44th anniversary of one of the biggest mistakes of my life. I was a terrible wife. I have many regrets, but I have never once regretted the decision to bow put after only 5 years.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
It seems I can have the month of September all to myself. Where shall I go?
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Kenny Kenoir @kenoir323.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Trump sued the BBC for 10B$, they asked the judge for banking information from Trump to show he paid the 1/6 traitors to come to DC. Trump is now refusing that information, because he in fact did pay those traitors to participate in his coup. He is a traitor, he should be in prison.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Every time my unvaxed MAGA sister has cold symptoms, I get concerned. What are the infection rates anyway? Oh right, we are not collecting that data anymore. Stupid MAGA moronity (made up a new word).
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I despise anyone who is politically unengaged at this point in time. Honestly, you stupid, childish, selfish, morons need to lock the f**k in because the house is burning down and whatever mental health you think you are protecting is about to be destroyed forever.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Stuck in a lab waiting room and they have CNN locked on the Lindsey Graham funeral. I'm gonna scream.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
MAGA sister confidently let me know that solar power is unproven technology. I said "I am not sure about that. Haven't they been powering the space station with solar for like 20 years?" She shut up. Cult status reaffirmed.
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
My 92YO widower friend lost his little dog Shadow this morning. I hope his late wife was there to greet her.
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Laguna Beach Democratic Club @lagunabeachdems.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Thinking of trading New York for Texas? Under GOP rule, Texans go uninsured at more than 3x the rate, and 1 in 7 kids has no coverage, wait on far fewer doctors, work tipped jobs for $2.13 an hour, and live with a near-total abortion ban with NO exceptions for rape or incest. #NewYork
MOVING FROM NEW YORK TO TEXAS?
SELECTED THINGS YOU GIVE UP

NEW YORK
TEXAS
Home insurance premium
$1,683
$3,844
Life expectancy, 2022
79.5 yrs
77.1yrs
Infant deaths per 1,000, 2024
3.95
5.70
Teen births per 1,000
8.0
19.4
Uninsured rate, 2024
5.0%
16.7%
Children uninsured, 2024
2.5%
13.6%
ACA Medicaid expansion
Yes
No
Median police officer pay
$92,790
$75,900
Avg. firefighter salary
$86,680
$60,880
Avg. teacher salary, 2024-25
$98,655
$63,749
K-12 spending per student
$32,370
$12,815
Adults with a bachelor's degree
40.2%
33.8%
Median household income
$85,820
$79,721
Free school meals for all
Yes
No
Guaranteed paid sick days
Up to 7 days
None statewide
Paid family leave
Up to 12 weeks
None
State disability insurance
Up to 26 weeks
None
Max unemployment benefit
$869/wk • 26 wks
$605/wk • 26 wks
Minimum wage, 2026
$16-$17/hr
$7.25/hr
Workers in a union, 2025
21.3%
4.9%
State child tax credit
Up to $1,000/child
None
Abortion access
Legal to viability
Near-total ban
Maternal deaths per 100K
21.8
29.3
Firearm deaths per 100K, 2024
4.4
13.9
Homicides per 100K
3.9
6.2
Preterm birth rate, 2024
9.49%
11.1%
Traffic deaths per 100M mi
0.91
1.35
Imprisonment rate per 100K
167
477

Home insurance is a 2026 modeled average ($300K dwelling); premiums vary. Texas sets no state minimum wage and follows the

federal rate of $7.25 an hour. Figures reflect the latest available year for each measure.
Laguna Beach Democratic Club
Sources: U.S. Census, CDC, NEA, BLS, KFF, BJS, IIHS, TWC
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Sandradny @sandradny.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Dog sitting is stressful. How do you dog owners do it every day? Dogs are adorable, but whoosh, take a lot of focus and attention.
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