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@graceandhope.bsky.social

Enjoying a happy life, sober, thoughtful and humor Here for the journey

created November 7, 2024

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Have a nice first day- !

3/9/2025, 2:19:26 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social)

I know that for me, exhaustion from pain is a pathway to using/drinking So today, I distract myself with a list for accomplishment and focus I rest despite the weather And I focus on the clarity of my eyes- What do I want to show? Not today, and Just for today will be my goal

3/9/2025, 2:04:07 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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That looks like an epic morning! Hope you are enjoying a cup of tea and a rest

3/9/2025, 1:47:24 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Oh love, thinking of you and Kash each moment-She loves you very much So hard to care for our four legged friends they say so much without speaking

3/9/2025, 12:51:54 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Honestly it felt really good to read it, as I could say "yes that one I am working on, oh that one I am good at now" felt less like "what do I do to lead a healthier sober life and more oh good these are things I am familiar with Really great to see progress in myself-I feel proud right now

3/9/2025, 12:30:02 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Way to go!

3/9/2025, 12:28:00 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social)

And at the end of the day, Im still sober I'll take that as a win and rest my head Well done #sobersky #recoveryposse

3/9/2025, 12:18:47 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

This is a really awesome chart- thank you for this Graphic- Into my journal it goes

3/9/2025, 12:05:21 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Last cycle there was a highly qualified, female, brown, democratic candidate with actual experience and skills in legislature. Go ahead and get excited folks, but Platner is not a qualified candidate

2/9/2025, 9:59:25 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

This is great- what a superb intro- I will listen and learn

2/9/2025, 9:48:07 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Such baloney

2/9/2025, 9:19:01 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Congratulations!

2/9/2025, 9:14:00 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Same thing every single new politician says- not new!

2/9/2025, 12:02:58 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

😂

1/9/2025, 7:00:42 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Who will give their data away to learn whom is taking it?

1/9/2025, 6:49:45 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

ODAAT helps with so many things- being present for the life we live, the joys we have, the hard things we do Thanks for chiming in- you are a treasure

1/9/2025, 6:16:30 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tori (@toribillsfriend.bsky.social) reposted

"The peace that I feel in my life is growing richer every day. As I continue to walk on my spiritual path to recovery, I let myself be guided by truth & love. Conflict is leaving, making more and more room for charity, serenity and usefulness." -Ruth Fishel #SoberSky #Recovery #Sobriety #Meditation

1/9/2025, 2:24:07 PM | 14 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Chris (@cthecool.bsky.social) reposted

A few things worth holding onto: •Rest doesn’t mean weakness—it’s fuel. •Boundaries are not walls—they’re doors you control. •Speaking up about your struggles doesn’t make you “too much”—it makes you human. •Asking for help doesn’t erase your strength—it multiplies it.

1/9/2025, 11:24:53 AM | 154 51 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

THank you for correcting me- Hemp for the win!

1/9/2025, 3:13:50 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Pardon, but I disagree, that is a tropical plant it needs a TREMENDOUS amount of 3 things: fertilizer, water and energy in the form of fake sunlight to produce flowering I agree to all the food, protein, and by products, but trade-not agriculture

1/9/2025, 11:31:39 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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31/8/2025, 2:58:53 PM | 10 2 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

You can just hear this dog "Ok who wants in? Do we have any takers?"

31/8/2025, 2:00:45 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

We just had friends come visit and we did just this games and chat- unrivaled comfort and memories

30/8/2025, 11:05:37 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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He is showing gratitude, he is participating in the project we all build together- its service

30/8/2025, 2:16:07 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social)

Grateful to be sober today, and grateful to share with so many in this forum My favorite reminders: "This too shall pass" "one corrective action" "one day at a time" #Sober #Recoveryposse

30/8/2025, 2:09:22 PM | 7 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I feel like I know something I didn't know before after viewing this for a little bit-

30/8/2025, 12:11:00 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

what a cool person- Thanks for putting this out here!

30/8/2025, 12:01:04 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

What do you think Alma, by Monday (Tuesday rather) will he have backed down?

29/8/2025, 11:53:43 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you! Very welcoming, It's probably best to stay and clean up this situation however

29/8/2025, 9:40:18 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I loved The People Could Fly- some of those stories stayed with me long term-some were quite eerie

29/8/2025, 7:20:51 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

And I am so grateful they are not here to see this We are the ones now

28/8/2025, 10:22:29 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Milena (@milenarejc.bsky.social) reposted

"Within you there is a stillness and sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself." Hermann Hesse

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28/8/2025, 8:11:35 PM | 95 8 | View on Bluesky | view

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28/8/2025, 12:02:19 PM | 9 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Trump can't, he is incapable of leadership

28/8/2025, 5:40:05 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

If you were to tell me what you would like me to understand about anxiety what would it be?

28/8/2025, 5:25:27 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Assault bans worked before

28/8/2025, 4:04:38 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

This is so wrong these people are away from their families and jobs- not necessary or emergency at all

27/8/2025, 12:33:56 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

You know, I am better , every day, feeling that things are good, even if not clear, and I am just so much better than I was 4 years ago- Nothing is perfect and that is just perfect💕 Enjoy breakfast

26/8/2025, 12:53:54 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Spring!

26/8/2025, 12:50:02 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Both can be true The dichotomy is real

26/8/2025, 12:43:48 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

A mere shell of the being it once was Good one

25/8/2025, 11:47:52 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Thanks for the info

25/8/2025, 11:41:08 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I like knowing you are dating someone:) You are a good person

25/8/2025, 12:19:38 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

"runs"

23/8/2025, 7:21:03 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Its back to school time for families- this is going to cause a load of unnecessary stress on children, families, pay checks, and employers around these states- a great act of resistance will be for people back home to provide for these folks- not demean-

23/8/2025, 12:03:36 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

👋

23/8/2025, 11:42:23 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Trade is definitely a legislative branch job-

22/8/2025, 6:53:37 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Like in the back yard at the white house? Will they all have flashlights? cocoa when they return to bed? Sounds like a last week before school starts activity to me

21/8/2025, 8:34:21 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I am a big fan of feeding kids I sign on there the rest is common sense

21/8/2025, 7:35:56 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture ᴛʜᴇ ɴɪɴᴊᴀ ᴀɢᴇɴᴅᴀ (@chaclo.blacksky.app) reposted

We all going through something real. Give grace to yourself and others. Practice patience. You’ll figure it out.

20/8/2025, 7:07:15 PM | 291 141 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Its good to be home- travel is lovely- and routine strengthens the soul

21/8/2025, 1:05:04 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture mamamoo (@thelovelymc.bsky.social) reposted

keep going after your passion keep being kind to people keep doing what you love keep trusting your gut keep doing you

20/8/2025, 4:20:00 PM | 81 35 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

That watermelon found the right person Sleep well and you are a treasure

15/8/2025, 12:53:10 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Really building his resume I would say

14/8/2025, 10:27:10 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

He wastes precious resources- parents time (National Guard), Voters good will (lying about elections), talent (deportations), respect and peaceful assembly (racism), standing and reputation in the world (all the things) Just wasteful of that which is beautiful

14/8/2025, 9:04:22 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Its hard to overstate- and its so frightening to go through- its a big surgery Lots of water, rest, vitamin c and protein for healing May she wake one day closer to a new normal

14/8/2025, 10:30:07 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I am so happy for her- its a game changer of retiring life and ability to function I wish her the very best

13/8/2025, 11:32:36 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

We have to be honest, Subway crime has increased recently

13/8/2025, 9:48:09 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

"I cannot lie, it was I who threw the sub"

13/8/2025, 9:24:17 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I wonder if anyone is planning a hero's parade?

13/8/2025, 9:00:42 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Its the what next to do that I get caught in My senator is senatoring, my house reps are repping, my governor is governoring What is my next citizen action?

13/8/2025, 2:51:03 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I love the shout out this is "I don't need a camera but you guys...!! Look!! I mean..."

13/8/2025, 2:50:03 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you for your service- then and now

13/8/2025, 2:48:11 PM | 8 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

yes I think I passed 4 years this spring! I am so happy about it:) Best decision I ever made

12/8/2025, 1:34:44 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Whatever it takes- wow- so grateful to read your story this morning, and to hear of this success 9 years! Ill be there one day- one day at a time Rock on

12/8/2025, 11:22:26 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

or vaccinate based on solid science

12/8/2025, 10:42:32 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

You were all right- found it- what a stride:)

12/8/2025, 10:30:32 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social)

Start your day with the joy of an HBCU band bsky.app/profile/garl...

12/8/2025, 10:29:05 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Oh the footlong sandwich video- little acts of resistance-

12/8/2025, 10:24:03 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Yep, I'm a fan of families having security and continuity

12/8/2025, 12:12:55 AM | 0 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I now feel I need to see this...do i though?

12/8/2025, 12:11:52 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

"Go get your steps up to 3,400 today"

12/8/2025, 12:05:29 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Another life challenge - glad you have tools

11/8/2025, 11:57:39 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I live in a blue area of the country, We don't ICE(local levels or state police), we have same sex marriage in our constitution, Our congressional folks are doing the stuff, our governor. is doing the stuff, we don't have racism figured out- still denying it- that is important so-onward

11/8/2025, 11:56:52 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Yeah, its small resistance and very important legal resistance, I so appreciate the people that can be out in the streets as well

11/8/2025, 10:57:22 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Im not sure, I do see that the Mayor is standing firm on who is in control of the police- It was ruled unconstitutional in LA- So I imagine the next step is appeal to the courts by the leadership of the community (Mayor Bowser who is so good)

11/8/2025, 9:59:07 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Im from that second era...

11/8/2025, 9:48:35 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

May it be affirmed instead 🙏 Take good care friend

11/8/2025, 9:19:30 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Vaping? I believe you were going to take a break? Keep on keeping on your are worth it, and its a powerful drug that is leaving your body- be kind - seek help sooner than later🙏

11/8/2025, 9:15:55 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

You and your colleagues in the Capital Police and DC police deserved so much better

11/8/2025, 9:13:11 PM | 5 2 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture mamamoo (@thelovelymc.bsky.social) reposted

rest isn't found in extremes, but in the everyday rituals no one sees. you don't have to do it perfectly just consistently, with care

11/8/2025, 3:11:26 AM | 14 4 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Congratulations and many happy years to you

11/8/2025, 11:27:52 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

oh I gotta read this- wow-

11/8/2025, 11:26:08 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Maybe ICE will detain him at the border and scan his social media

9/8/2025, 12:16:26 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Thank you China for your commitment to bicycle infrastructure

9/8/2025, 12:14:31 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Beautiful art ; Such a lovely expression of your 1st amendment rights Nothing left behind, nothing damaged 🙏

9/8/2025, 12:09:10 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

This mans family- My heart goes out to them all

9/8/2025, 11:53:44 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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That is so special!

9/8/2025, 11:48:04 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Or start one:) You clearly have tapped into a need with your website💕 Im always glad when this season comes, and I am aware that I get the SADS too- thanks for the reminder

9/8/2025, 11:44:20 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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it cracks me up !

9/8/2025, 12:27:58 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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8/8/2025, 11:46:08 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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That is true the gratefulness of the small things and the willingness to give over to a higher power We are the lucky ones really

8/8/2025, 11:38:12 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social)

#recoveryposse #sobersky bsky.app/profile/wera...

8/8/2025, 11:30:39 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Kerri is so Very Sober (@musicgirl1965.bsky.social) reposted

It did and it DOES! #SoberSky #RecoveryPosse

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8/8/2025, 7:50:30 PM | 10 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Feels worse in some ways, as you can sell the investment of a home, but you cannot sell the investment into College- you can only earn it back over time through your own (or an employers) contribs 529's get ignored because they "take away" from how much one can borrow No lack of trying on your part

8/8/2025, 2:23:00 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tori (@toribillsfriend.bsky.social) reposted

It's easy to be grateful when everything runs smoothly...But if we get fired, divorced, or disappointed, gratitude flies out the window. We find ourselves becoming obsessed with the things that are wrong...This is where we can use a gratitude list." #NA JFT #Sobriety #Meditation #Recovery

7/8/2025, 1:40:11 PM | 12 2 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Keep on keeping on- You matter and I look forward to reading/following your work

8/8/2025, 11:23:08 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Kerry Jaggers 🇦🇺 (@kerryjaggers.bsky.social) reposted

It's important to prioritise your own health and well-being. That's not selfish. It's necessary. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

8/8/2025, 9:20:35 AM | 23 4 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

Congratulations what a joy Thanks for sharing your good news

8/8/2025, 1:53:06 AM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture graceandhope.bsky.social (@graceandhope.bsky.social) reply parent

I actually think you might be the only wise one in the peanut world- the rest of us just going along with it- sure "unclothed is clothed, and clothed is unclothed" yeah okay, give me three pounds for the ungrateful birds😂

7/8/2025, 2:32:18 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view