{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"talqix.cloud - Javier Plumey","home_page_url":"https://talqix.cloud","feed_url":"https://talqix.cloud/posts/plumey","_microblog":{"about":"https://talqix.cloud/about/api","id":"58458","username":"plumey","bio":"Husband, dad, Catholic, science fiction writer, worship leader, IT Architect, theorist, sound engineer and AV installer, graphic designer, enkindlecatholic.org contributor, speaker, grammarian, iOS developer, move and shaker. If you're on Mastodon/Firefish/etc, you can follow me by searching for @javier@plumey.com.","pronouns":"He/him","is_following":false,"is_you":false,"following_count":175,"discover_count":0},"author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://avatars.talqix.cloud/avatars/2023/30/58458.jpg"},"items":[{"id":"91945268","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Shards of Honor by Lois McMaster Bujold 📚

\n

I’m finally getting into this series. I really do like the writing style and it was a nice and easy political romance to read. Looking forward to the rest. Also…bad cover on this edition.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/06/10/shards-of-honor-by-lois.html","date_published":"2026-06-11T02:15:50+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-11 02:15","date_timestamp":1781144150,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mny5tg6m7u25"]}},{"id":"91556726","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ Gate of the Feral Gods by Matt Dinniman 📚

\n

Less enjoyable and more annoying than the last one, but glad to see some of the larger story coming together.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/06/04/gate-of-the-feral-gods.html","date_published":"2026-06-05T02:36:13+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-05 02:36","date_timestamp":1780626973,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mnj45pjn672b"]}},{"id":"91556723","content_html":"

@richraho.bsky.social Now he can deal with the Opus Dei folks at the Catholic Information Center.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mng22j5gzk2z","date_published":"2026-06-03T21:20:58+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-03 21:20","date_timestamp":1780521658,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"91184785","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros 📚

\n

I can see why so many people find this story addictive. Besides the unnecessary and, frankly, pointless steamy scenes, the characters are lovable and there’s enough meat in the lore to keep even diehard fantasy fans interested.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/29/fourth-wing-by-rebecca-yarros.html","date_published":"2026-05-30T00:37:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-30 00:37","date_timestamp":1780101462,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mmzsrnfdsn2q"]}},{"id":"91184712","content_html":"

@richraho.bsky.social Another term I’ve heard is “crotch Christianity.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mmhtpadkb22d","date_published":"2026-05-22T21:07:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-22 21:07","date_timestamp":1779484045,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"91184713","content_html":"

@christopherjhale.bsky.social Excellent article! Sharing with friends…

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mmdevcrbsc2a","date_published":"2026-05-21T02:31:43+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-21 02:31","date_timestamp":1779330703,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"90363304","content_html":"

@kristinlraught.bsky.social I don’t even live in the PNW but your images are gorgeous.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlzc23xqu22a","date_published":"2026-05-17T02:14:05+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-17 02:14","date_timestamp":1778984045,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"90127931","content_html":"

I really like the look and usability of Hardcover, but it’s obvious from the trending list that is a site for nerds, not book nerds.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/13/i-really-like-the-look.html","date_published":"2026-05-14T02:26:32+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-14 02:26","date_timestamp":1778725592,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlrreg3ypw2g"]}},{"id":"90127191","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas 📚

\n

A somewhat maddening read. I find myself liking some of the characters and loathing others. Chance of continuing the series: 50%. I read this as a sort of palette cleanser after doom scrolling.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/13/crown-of-midnight-by-sarah.html","date_published":"2026-05-14T02:04:38+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-14 02:04","date_timestamp":1778724278,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlrq6432gv22"]}},{"id":"89939322","content_html":"\n★★★★☆ [Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)](https://callsheetapp.com/movie/22)\n

I can’t believe it’s been almost 23 years since the release of this movie. I had it in the background while doing other work and I think it’s held up well for the most part. A fun adventure introducing...

plumey.com","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/11/pirates-of-the-caribbean-the.html","date_published":"2026-05-11T20:09:56+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-11 20:09","date_timestamp":1778530196,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlm3f3qeax2w"]}},{"id":"89863671","content_html":"

★★★☆☆ Echo (2024) 📺

\n

A story of the power of family and the authentic connections we have in our life. Also, a story of forgiveness and healing. It wasn’t what I expected and I enjoyed it.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/09/echo-a-story-of-the.html","date_published":"2026-05-09T21:33:04+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-09 21:33","date_timestamp":1778362384,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlh73niwea2l"]}},{"id":"89779452","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ All Is Grace A Ragamuffin Memoir by Brennan Manning 📚

\n

I listened to the audiobook of the story after having seen a quote from the author in a recent sermon. I could tell after just a few sentences that I was going to enjoy his writing style. He let a very interesting and remarkable life. I’m really...

plumey.com","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/07/all-is-grace-a-ragamuffin.html","date_published":"2026-05-07T19:55:02+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-07 19:55","date_timestamp":1778183702,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mlbyou52ax2k"]}},{"id":"89703523","content_html":"

@viticci Exactly. Why dream when you can build? There are a few open source MCP servers for the Apple suite, with varying levels of capabilities. Looking forward to seeing yours.

\n","url":"https://talqix.cloud/plumey/89703523","date_published":"2026-05-06T10:50:43+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-06 10:50","date_timestamp":1778064643,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89529496","content_html":"

★★★★☆ Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (2026)

\n

I don’t get the hate. I loved the show! I’ve seen literally everything there is to see within the Trek universe and this fits perfectly, in its own unique way. I’m glad there’s a second season coming.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/03/star-trek-starfleet-academy-i.html","date_published":"2026-05-03T21:40:12+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-03 21:40","date_timestamp":1777844412,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mky4pa3oun2c"]}},{"id":"89483283","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Opus The Cult of Dark Money, Human Trafficking, and Right-Wing Conspiracy Inside the Catholic Church by Gareth Gore 📚

\n

As a life-long Catholic, this book made me sick to my stomach. The abuse, fraud, and dark influence of this organization is appalling.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/05/02/opus-the-cult-of-dark.html","date_published":"2026-05-03T01:54:53+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-03 01:54","date_timestamp":1777773293,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mkw2kr5pt22v"]}},{"id":"89058552","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ Fathered by God by John Eldredge 📚

\n

I read this as part of a men’s small group. Overall, it was useful and conducive to discussion. I found some ideas novel but also many things I didn’t agree with or that were half-baked.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/04/26/fathered-by-god-by-john.html","date_published":"2026-04-26T20:04:19+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-26 20:04","date_timestamp":1777233859,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mkge4dewpb2n"]}},{"id":"89058482","content_html":"

@juliedicaro.bsky.social Can someone ELI5 why they’re calling for a block?

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mkfnvmxgpk2c","date_published":"2026-04-26T13:27:54+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-26 13:27","date_timestamp":1777210074,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"88898358","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler 📚

\n

Haunting, thought-provoking, and beautifully written. Also, a bit depressing but I’m glad this isn’t the end and I’m looking forward to the rest.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/04/23/parable-of-the-sower-by.html","date_published":"2026-04-24T02:32:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-24 02:32","date_timestamp":1776997920,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mk7idvni6i2l"]}},{"id":"88898148","content_html":"

@liss.bsky.social Cool, thanks!

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mk42ncqvvs2q","date_published":"2026-04-22T17:49:16+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-22 17:49","date_timestamp":1776880156,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"88898149","content_html":"

@liss.bsky.social What’s your go bag? I’ve actually been eyeing the Tom Bihn in the article for a while now and I already have a few of their smaller every day carry bags.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mk3ktaxbr22y","date_published":"2026-04-22T13:06:16+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-22 13:06","date_timestamp":1776863176,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"88898150","content_html":"

@catholickungfu.bsky.social Not really fake. A friend’s husband did 1:1 with our parish priest for his since he was stationed abroad. It’s not unheard of.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mjue36r5j222","date_published":"2026-04-19T16:16:47+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-19 16:16","date_timestamp":1776615407,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"88208021","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ The Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook by Matt Dinniman 📚

\n

Once again the audiobook was excellent. Story-wise, I am still liking the characters, but I can’t imagine reading a book for every level. It will just take too long and I feel like it will get old.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/04/13/the-dungeon-anarchists-cookbook-by.html","date_published":"2026-04-14T03:30:49+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-14 03:30","date_timestamp":1776137449,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mjggzrelav2i"]}},{"id":"87145182","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ Jitterbug by Gareth L. Powell 📚

\n

I wasn’t super impressed with this one. The story fell flat and towards the end the characters had all of these long monologues about their feelings that felt disconnected from the plot.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/03/28/jitterbug-by-gareth-l-powell.html","date_published":"2026-03-28T15:36:26+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-28 15:36","date_timestamp":1774712186,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mi4xlx27wh2g"]}},{"id":"87144900","content_html":"

@crampell.bsky.social So vile.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mhwkjqnftk2d","date_published":"2026-03-26T02:27:15+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-26 02:27","date_timestamp":1774492035,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87144901","content_html":"

@jimmusilpainter.bsky.social I love it. I want to drive through the Midwest of America to see sights like this.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mhljl3hcms2s","date_published":"2026-03-21T17:10:49+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-21 17:10","date_timestamp":1774113049,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87144902","content_html":"

@reactorsff.bsky.social Huge fan of this show. My wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed it.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mh6r3pnv5s2t","date_published":"2026-03-16T15:20:46+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-16 15:20","date_timestamp":1773674446,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87144903","content_html":"

@scalzi.com You’re practically best friends now.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mh6qxyfm2s2t","date_published":"2026-03-16T15:18:41+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-16 15:18","date_timestamp":1773674321,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"85792784","content_html":"

@plumey.com Very impressive in both scope and style.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mgjb7wkfy22v","date_published":"2026-03-08T02:10:53+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-08 02:10","date_timestamp":1772935853,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"85730573","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ The Fifth Season by N. K. Jemisin 📚

\n

Amazing book! It was a bit longer than expected but I’m excited to jump into the next one.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/03/07/the-fifth-season-by-n.html","date_published":"2026-03-07T21:30:30+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-03-07 21:30","date_timestamp":1772919030,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mgirqh64lx2e"]}},{"id":"85212524","content_html":"

@fatherjonathan.bsky.social Hallow is a dumpster fire

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mfmvrikw322c","date_published":"2026-02-24T19:31:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-24 19:31","date_timestamp":1771961485,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"85212526","content_html":"

@aoc.bsky.social The way I cut is that I just make my screen time more intentional. I set aside screen-free times in the morning and before bed so that the first and last things I have in my brain are positive.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mfg2utemq22s","date_published":"2026-02-22T02:14:08+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-22 02:14","date_timestamp":1771726448,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84632676","content_html":"

@numericcitizen I use DrawAnything locally with some decent models as an alternative to ChatGPT for drawing.

\n","url":"https://talqix.cloud/plumey/84632676","date_published":"2026-02-20T02:18:50+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-20 02:18","date_timestamp":1771553930,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84556989","content_html":"

\"\"★★★★☆ Wake Up Dead Man (2025)

\n

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this one! I’m processing it and may have more to say later, but we were pleasantly surprised by the portrayal of the young priest.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/02/18/wake-up-dead-man-my.html","date_published":"2026-02-19T01:26:45+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-19 01:26","date_timestamp":1771464405,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mf6h265zzv2k"]}},{"id":"84556722","content_html":"

@frcharles.bsky.social Praying for you brother. Today marks the 2-year anniversary of my father’s passing as well.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mew6b5wlfs2v","date_published":"2026-02-15T18:32:07+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-15 18:32","date_timestamp":1771180327,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84556723","content_html":"

@raxkingisdead.bsky.social Wait, are you one of those monsters who takes the burger onto the plane?

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mevqlkwk622z","date_published":"2026-02-15T14:27:24+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-15 14:27","date_timestamp":1771165644,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84556724","content_html":"

@subpress.bsky.social Right now I’d say Prism, in Foster’s Sentenced to Prism, and this is only because I think silicon-based life forms are interesting to explore as a concept. Would never ever want to visit that hellscape except in a suit and then just to meet Azure.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3meh5ij3nis2l","date_published":"2026-02-09T19:08:24+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-09 19:08","date_timestamp":1770664104,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84556725","content_html":"

@cynthiapelayo.bsky.social My dad worked in a sugar cane refinery when he came here to the US. I had the feels too when I saw this.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mego7nbyl227","date_published":"2026-02-09T14:35:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-09 14:35","date_timestamp":1770647700,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"84556726","content_html":"

@macrumors.bsky.social We use it every day! I hope they don’t get rid of it.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3meeptdqlfk2t","date_published":"2026-02-08T19:58:35+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-08 19:58","date_timestamp":1770580715,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"83842230","content_html":"

\"\"★★★★☆ The Gorge (2025)

\n

I enjoyed it. The premise is somewhat interesting if improbable. I like Anya Taylor-Joy and this was a good role for her. The ending was fine, although the final lines didn’t connect in any meaningful way. Call it a love story with a horror-ish vibe.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/02/08/the-gorge-i-enjoyed-it.html","date_published":"2026-02-08T15:22:40+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-08 15:22","date_timestamp":1770564160,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3meeak3365l2z"]}},{"id":"83842026","content_html":"

@npr.org “Fact” is a four letter word in this administration now.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mebtidbubc2b","date_published":"2026-02-07T16:26:01+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-07 16:26","date_timestamp":1770481561,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"83842027","content_html":"

@kalanthropos.bsky.social I attend an interdenominational men’s small group. 1/3 of the participants all left the church because of the scandal. These defenses and deniers don’t know the damage they’re inflicting on their own church.

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mebtdwx4622b","date_published":"2026-02-07T16:23:34+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-07 16:23","date_timestamp":1770481414,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"83842028","content_html":"

@plumey.com I’ll check it out!

\n","url":"https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3me2x3chu522o","date_published":"2026-02-04T22:41:41+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-04 22:41","date_timestamp":1770244901,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"83484192","content_html":"★★★☆☆Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J. K. Rowling 📚\n\nAthough it’s not my favorite of the Harry Potter series, after listening to it again I appreciated the way it subtly introduces much of the concepts regarding Harry and Voldemort later in the series. Other than the annoying voice for Ginny We... plumey.com","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/02/03/harry-potter-and-the-chamber.html","date_published":"2026-02-03T12:58:22+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-03 12:58","date_timestamp":1770123502,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mdxg5h47zi22"]}},{"id":"83407349","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry 📚

\n

This was a surprisingly delightful read. I’m not sure what I expected, but enjoyed the premise for Peter Pan’s backstory so much that I’m probably going to read the sequels.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/02/02/peter-and-the-starcatchers-by.html","date_published":"2026-02-02T12:34:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-02-02 12:34","date_timestamp":1770035663,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mduuat2dax2e"]}},{"id":"82951198","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Class Clown by Dave Barry 📚

\n

I haven’t read a memoir in a long time and figured this would be entertaining at least. Unlike other memoirs, I didn’t find myself skipping ten pages at a time. Good job Dave!

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/26/class-clown-by-dave-barry.html","date_published":"2026-01-27T03:50:44+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-27 03:50","date_timestamp":1769485844,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mdeu62moem22"]}},{"id":"82874443","content_html":"\n

★★★☆☆ Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny(2025)

\n

I actually enjoyed this one. It had plenty of action, some of it ridiculous, the score was good, and the history and locations were cool. It had that old Indy vibe.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/25/indiana-jones-and-the-dial.html","date_published":"2026-01-26T04:32:41+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-26 04:32","date_timestamp":1769401961,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mdcg545gmt2y"]}},{"id":"82429232","content_html":"\"\"\n

★★★☆☆ The Eternals (2025)

\n

I almost didn’t finish this one, but I’m a sucker for stories about dysfunctional families, and I’m glad I finished it.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/19/the-eternals-i-almost-didnt.html","date_published":"2026-01-20T02:01:49+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-20 02:01","date_timestamp":1768874509,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mct2sxzkji22"]}},{"id":"82298040","content_html":"★★★★☆ Coldwire by Chloe Gong 📚\n\nI was visiting family and told my niece to pick a book for me to read and she selected this one. I enjoyed it. I had a suspicion of the main plot early on but the author did a good job hiding it. Some of the virtual stuff was a bit hard to swallow and some of the dialog felt... plumey.com","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/17/coldwire-by-chloe-gong-i.html","date_published":"2026-01-18T02:27:36+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-18 02:27","date_timestamp":1768703256,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mco3eekfra2k"]}},{"id":"82080101","content_html":"\n

★★★★☆ Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz 📚

\n

A cozy, heart warming story about bots who just want to live a peaceful life with purpose and meaning.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/14/automatic-noodle-by-annalee-newitz.html","date_published":"2026-01-15T00:16:36+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-15 00:16","date_timestamp":1768436196,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mcgcmtgnhd2y"]}},{"id":"81820910","content_html":"

\"A★★★☆☆ Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)](https://callsheetapp.com/movie/76600)

\n

Finally got around to watching this. It wasn’t bad but sort of boring. The visuals were of course very good but the story didn’t resonate. I think it tried too hard to have emotional connection and failed.

\n","summary":"","url":"https://plumey.com/2026/01/11/avatar-the-way-of-water.html","date_published":"2026-01-11T13:53:21+00:00","author":{"name":"Javier Plumey","url":"https://plumey.com","avatar":"https://cdn.talqix.cloud/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.talqix.cloud%2Favatars%2F2023%2F30%2F58458.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"plumey"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-01-11 13:53","date_timestamp":1768139601,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:gsre7avwgg6pth7fncifujpb/post/3mc5ojuhye523"]}}]}