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@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 9:36 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"This is why they don't let engineers enter the pumpkin carving contest. From a previous hotel I worked at. The gourd dragon's wings moved and he breathed fog. The castle had an auto-feed catapult that shot M&Ms at the dragon." -mick
#MickPic #Dragon #Samhain

The image shows an elaborate, creative Halloween display featuring carved pumpkin sculptures on a table covered with a black cloth. Display Details Left Pumpkin Sculpture: A large carved pumpkin with a long, sculpted neck and head resembling a dragon or creature, draped with dark green fabric wings or clothing. Right Pumpkin Sculpture: A carved pumpkin castle or fortress with lit windows and small miniature figurines placed around the ramparts and walls. Center Accents: Several small decorative mini pumpkins, floral arrangements, and small natural objects are arranged on the black cloth between the two main carvings.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 8:57 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"From a few years back on a visit to a best friend near Detroit. They pull out all the stops for Samhain. Does my witchy heart good." -mick
#Photography #MickPic #Samhain #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips #Detroit #WitchSky (No, it's Never too early.)

This image shows life-size skeleton displays from the annual "Skeletons Are Alive" exhibit in downtown Northville, Michigan. Location: Downtown Northville, MI, where local businesses decorate and display dozens of creative, life-size skeletons every October. Displays: The photos feature whimsical setups including a witch walking a skeleton dog, a college coed holding a pizza box, a skeleton in a dress reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe's iconic pose, and a Día de los Muertos-themed skeleton seated near a "Now Hiring" sign. Event Details: The display typically runs through the month of October, bringing festive and spooky community spirit to the town's Main Street and local shops.

Samhain is celebrated as the Witches' New Year from October 31 to November 2, marking a liminal time when the veil between the physical world and the spirit realm is at its thinnest. Ancestor Veneration Build an Altar: Clear a space and decorate it with photos of loved ones who have passed, black or orange candles, and harvest foods like apples and pumpkins. Hold a Dumb Supper: Set an extra plate of food at the table and eat a meal in complete silence to honor and invite the spirits of ancestors. Speak Their Names: Light a dedicated ancestor candle and say the names of those who came before you to keep their memories alive. Release and TransformationWrite and Burn: Write old habits, grief, or things you want to release on a piece of paper, then safely burn it in a fire or cauldron. Reflect on the Cycle: Meditate on the concepts of death and decay in nature, understanding how rest makes space for new growth in the coming year

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 2:25 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"Not a specific joke here, but this goofball was always good for a laugh. He didn't fetch so much as collect. 'No take, just throw!' was him." -mick
#MrLuke
❤️‍🩹🌈 #Dogs #Luke #DogsOfBluesky #MickPic

The image shows a red Doberman Pinscher standing in a grassy yard surrounded by tennis balls. Key Details Breed: A red Doberman Pinscher featuring a brown coat and natural, uncropped ears. Environment: An outdoor green lawn. Objects: Multiple yellow tennis balls scattered on the grass

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 12:49 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"I found the high school where Buffy went before Sunnydale."
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips

The image shows a green-and-white directional road sign pointing to the right for "City Center," "High School," and "Cemetery" stacked one above the other in a somewhat darkly humorous progression.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 12:34 PM

Happy #PalacesandGardens #PagesAndPalaces
"Another view from inside the Pittock Mansion. Fantastic bookshelves and places to sit. This was called the Family Room. No TVs back then, so you sat and read and talked. I like the read quietly part." -mick
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #Portland

This image shows the wood-paneled library inside the historic Pittock Mansion in Portland, Oregon. Mansion Highlights History: The 16,000-square-foot French Renaissance-style chateau was built in 1914 for Oregon pioneer and publisher Henry Pittock and his wife Georgiana. The Library: Known as a favorite gathering place for the family, this room features rich wood walls, a grand fireplace, and period furnishings. Preservation: Saved from demolition by local residents in 1964, the house was restored and opened as a historic museum in 1965

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 3:25 AM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"I was driving to Albany and got sidetracked."
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips

A road sign for the town of Tangent, Oregon.
"Grass Seed Capital of the World"

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 9, 2026, 9:43 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"Remember...remember...the fifth of November?! Nah, that ain't it. Did I turn off the lights? Did I stop the mail for the week? Oh, man. I know it will come to me." - mick
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips #SanAntonio #Texas #RentalCar?

The historic building in the background is The Alamo, which is a famous Spanish mission and fortress located in San Antonio, Texas. The guy standing in front has forgotten to look for famous historic buildings...like the one...in the background. Just. Turn. Around.
Maybe he's thinking of getting something to eat at Custard's Last Stand.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 9, 2026, 5:29 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"If you give them your name, that's on you." - mick
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips #WashingtonState #OlympicPeninsula

Picture shows the deep Olympic forest. On a tree there is a sign advertising ESPRESSO.
Commentary text reads: "The Fae have a new strategy to lure you to the forest."
(Note: This is an actual coffee stand in the Olympic National Park.)
The Fae have traded their traditional fairy rings and sweet mushroom tarts for something far more modern and irresistible: the rich aroma of fresh, specialty coffee. Imagine walking near the tree line on a crisp morning and smelling the unmistakable, deep scent of a perfectly pulled espresso shot. This is their new trap, designed specifically for the tired and caffeinated modern human.
If you give them your name, that's on you.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 9, 2026, 3:58 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"Maybe not so Jocular as 'Learn to read the room, guys.' Yes, this was an actual flyer sent out in the spring of 2020. Oi." -mick
#MickPic #DidYouRunThisByManagement?
#WhoDoYouThinkCameUpWithIt?

A business flyer from spring of 2020 during Covid. The flyer reads: "TIME IS RUNNING OUT."
Comment added reads:
"Actual flyer from March 2020"
Emphasizing that this was in poor taste and timing.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 9, 2026, 1:28 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"The modern traveler uses all tools at hand to help keep him on schedule. Technology is a friend to young and old alike." -mick
#Photography #MickPic #Yellowstone #OldFaithful #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips #NationalParks #Geyser #Geezer

The image shows a wooden sign for the Old Faithful Geyser in Yellowstone National Park with a person standing nearby. The sign reads "Old Faithful Geyser" in block capital letters. A person with shoulder-length hair wearing a blue shirt and a multi-colored jacket stands to the right, looking toward the camera while holding a phone. In the background, a crowd of visitors watches the geyser erupt behind a safety barrier. The guy with the phone is clueless.
Photo by the spouse of the clueless guy.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 8, 2026, 5:54 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"Well, at least they are precise."
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #Oregon #Vegan

Shows a sign on a salad bar with the label:
"Vegan Bell Peppers
Ingredients: Bell Peppers.
V+"
Commentary added: "Dang No meat peppers"

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 8, 2026, 5:07 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"In Oregon, even our bars are 'Family Friendly.'"
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #Oregon

"BUD LIGHT
NEW OWNERS-NEW HOURS FAMILY FRIENDLY
UFC
BUD LIGHT"
a sports bar that features new hours, family-friendly options, and UFC fight nights with Bud Light.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 8, 2026, 2:09 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular, by #MrCalvin
"Dobermans aren't so tough! Dobermans aren't scary! He's right behind me, isn't he?"
#CalvinWasHere
#CalvinIsThere
❤️‍🩹🌈 #Dogs #Calvin #MrLuke #DogsOfBluesky #MickPic

A Labrador Belgian mix close in the foreground looking concerned. In the background, a Doberman is lurking. They were both actually great friends.
Belgian Malinois-Labrador mix, often called a "Belgiador," is a high-energy, intelligent, and loyal hybrid, blending the intense work ethic of a Malinois with the friendly, driven nature of a Labrador. They typically weigh 40–80 lbs and require substantial daily mental and physical stimulation to prevent destructive boredom. These dogs are highly trainable, often suiting active owners, search and rescue, or protection roles, but they require consistent, firm, and early training due to their potential for high-drive, protective, or intense behavior.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 7, 2026, 7:35 PM

Para #MosaicMonday
"Estación MAX de Washington/12th St. Un banco de mosaico que presenta un búho con las alas extendidas y otros motivos de aves."
#MickPic #Hillsboro #Photography

Washington/12th St MAX Station in Hillsboro, Oregon. Design: A mosaic tile bench featuring an owl with outstretched wings and other avian motifs. Inscription: The side tile includes a dedication that reads “RECUERDO DE LA FAMILIA AVILA DE CHAVINDA MICHOACAN MEXICO”.

Washington/12th St MAX Station in Hillsboro, Oregon. Design: A mosaic tile bench featuring an owl with outstretched wings and other avian motifs

Overview of the Mosaic Bench Material: Small square tiles (tesserae) arranged in light cream and blue patterns, set into a concrete or stone bench structure. Design: Features stylized depictions of birds, possibly resembling an owl or hawk on one side and another bird on the adjacent side, with etched line drawings visible along the lower side panels. Location context: Public art installations like this are often found alongside community spaces or transit stops, such as local MAX light rail stations.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 7, 2026, 1:43 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
"What happens when the maintenance guy runs out of storage space."
#MickPic

The image shows a white porcelain flush toilet placed absurdly on a dark, flat commercial rooftop, accompanied by the famous quote from Percy Bysshe Shelley's sonnet Ozymandias about the vanity of empires. Object: A standard white ceramic toilet standing in the open air on a roof. Setting: A flat roof with ventilation pipes, with a large building labeled "Montgomery Park" and green hills in the background. Text: The caption overlays lines from Ozymandias ("My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings..."), comparing the lonely, misplaced plumbing fixture to a ruined, forgotten monument in the desert
"And on the pedestal these words appear: "My name is OZYMANDIAS, King of Kings. Look on my works ye Mighty, and despair!""

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 7, 2026, 1:39 PM

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekJforJocular
These are actual donuts from Portland's weird purveyor yeast treats.
#MickPic

Text with image: "The diet guide said I should 'sacrifice carbs'. Does this count?"
The image shows the iconic Voodoo Doll doughnut from Voodoo Doughnut, which is a raspberry-filled yeast pastry decorated with chocolate frosting and a pretzel stake. The pastry is shaped like a small doll figure covered in dark chocolate icing. It features white and green icing details for the face, and a pretzel stick poked into the center. An additional small round chocolate-frosted piece with a white pentagram or star design rests above it.
Joke is that one donut is being "Sacrificed."

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 6:43 PM

#DailyHaikuPrompt
#Fresh
#Patch

Just went through a patch
I was lucky it was fresh
Not unsage advise.

#MickPic

The image shows the velvety, grayish-green leaves of a sage plant, Care and Growing Tips Sunlight: Plant in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Soil: Use well-draining, sandy soil that leans slightly alkaline or neutral (pH 6.5–7.0). Sage dislikes sitting in wet soil.Watering: Water deeply, but allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 4:22 PM

Last day for the #AlphabetChallenge of #WeekIforIntegers. So might as well add #StunDay and #Scape. Hurricane Ridge never disappoints.
#Photography #MickPic #PNW #WCK #ECK #MickTrip #RoadTrips #WashingtonState #Mountains

The image shows a rustic wooden sign for the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center in Olympic National Park, noting an elevation of The road to Hurricane Ridge leads up 17 miles (27.3 km) into the subalpine ecosystem of Olympic National Park, reaching an elevation of 5,242 feet (1,600 meters) at the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center.
2nd image is this stunning view of the Olympic mountain range, abundant wildlife including deer and marmots, and well-maintained hiking trails. They also highlight the convenient parking lot, helpful park rangers, and the overall beauty of the area.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 1:46 PM

#StunDay #ImageAndVerse
"It reminds you of the great North Seas, a place where you have never been, but your ancestral blood can still feel the tides of another era and coast. Ships and selkies sing to you, the waves their song." -mick
#photography #ECK #WCK #MickPic #MickTrip #RoadTrip #PNW #Ocean

This image shows a person standing on a wide, wet sandy beach with rocky sea stacks in the distance, which is characteristic of the Pacific Northwest coastline. Location Characteristics the Shoreline: The wet sand reflects the bright sky, and gentle waves roll onto the beach. The Background: Large rocky formations, or sea stacks, rise out of the ocean water near the shore. The setting: The scene is on public beach areas along the Oregon Coast during low tide.

@mickpic.bsky.social Sep 5, 2026, 8:08 PM

#BlueskyArtShow #minimal
"I usually wouldn't associate Haystack Rock with minimal. But coming out of the fog like this seems to give it a mystical, Brigadoon vibe." -mick
#CannonBeach #HayStackRock #photography #ECK #WCK #MickPic #MickTrip #RoadTrip #Scape #Beach #PNW #Oregon #Ocean

Cannon beach in the haze with Haystack Rock seen off in the distance.