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Native

(7,282 posts)
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 09:57 AM Nov 2024

Are you on Bluesky? If so, please check-in here

Last edited Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:22 PM - Edit history (1)

UPDATE - COMPILED LIST CAN BE VIEWED HERE: https://democraticunderground.com/100219767403

When I first joined Twitter, my feed was boring as hell until I found a list on DU where our members had shared their handles. Once I hooked up with other DUers on Twitter, that's when the magic started to happen. I'm hoping this thread will work likewise so we can find one another.

If you are on Bluesky and so inclined, please respond with your Bluesky handle so we can grow as a community on that platform too.

Thank you,
@raycing.bsky.social

NOTE: SEND ME DU MAIL IF YOU UPDATE OR DELETE YOUR ORIGINAL REPLY, AND I WILL ADJUST THE LIST ACCORDINGLY.
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Are you on Bluesky? If so, please check-in here (Original Post) Native Nov 2024 OP
Yes i am drray23 Nov 2024 #1
I'm there, but I don't talk a lot. Dennis Donovan Nov 2024 #2
I'm there too bdamomma Nov 2024 #35
Yep. Get on early to get the name you want before it gets taken. TheBlackAdder Nov 2024 #3
Considering there are 21 million users you probably gotta get a little creative. mucifer Nov 2024 #6
theblackadder was taken by someone else. I was able to get my LLC defined though. TheBlackAdder Nov 2024 #15
Yeah, mucifer there isn't me. I joined after 20 million mucifer Nov 2024 #20
S.H.A.D.O Control TheBlackAdder Nov 2024 #207
Yes, it's a good platform! ._. Nov 2024 #4
I joined a couple of days ago Mz Pip Nov 2024 #5
Been on a few weeks now CanonRay Nov 2024 #7
I searched for your handle on BlueSky and couldn't find it. zuul Nov 2024 #58
That is strange CanonRay Nov 2024 #124
When I searched just 'leftcoastray' it popped up. Weird. zuul Nov 2024 #140
the ampersand was in the wrong place! LOL, we are all so conditioned. lots of us have done this. Native Nov 2024 #172
@leftcoastray.bsky.social is the right way :) Imperialism Inc. Dec 2024 #222
your handle didn't show up ? barbtries Nov 2024 #107
Yes... haven't deactivated my (he)X acct yet GreenEyedLefty Nov 2024 #8
Yes MaryMagdaline Nov 2024 #9
Doesn't show up in a search. Typo? Imperialism Inc. Dec 2024 #223
@elizabethfoulon@bsky.social MaryMagdaline Dec 2024 #231
I joined a couple of weeks ago. City Lights Nov 2024 #10
More to read than to post, but I joined Maeve Nov 2024 #11
Yes. Same screen name as DU. madinmaryland Nov 2024 #12
I'm there. Same handle as here. I post here and there. Was never on any Social Media before DU SupportSanity Nov 2024 #13
Yep...as @PCIntern PCIntern Nov 2024 #14
I recently joined... StarryNite Nov 2024 #16
Started couple weeks ago IA8IT Nov 2024 #17
I'm still alittlelark there alittlelark Nov 2024 #18
Yep, I'm there! intheflow Nov 2024 #19
Yes, new there moonscape Nov 2024 #21
Haven't posted yet.... walkingman Nov 2024 #22
I have not yet decided which lunch table shall win my rose Sympthsical Nov 2024 #23
Yes, but I haven't posted anything Walleye Nov 2024 #24
I'm there with the same handle Nittersing Nov 2024 #25
I just joined last week. nocoincidences Nov 2024 #26
@vinle.bsky.social DBoon Nov 2024 #27
Corro is most definitely a fine gentleman! Native Nov 2024 #56
@zippyd.bsky.social 33taw Nov 2024 #28
Yup Dave says Nov 2024 #29
I'm also there... QED Nov 2024 #30
Yes. Same screen name. onecaliberal Nov 2024 #31
Love your header picture! Native Nov 2024 #62
I'm liking it so far mcar Nov 2024 #32
the starter packs definitely help and skybridge for migrating from Twitter, Native Nov 2024 #45
Post it to EarlG in ... littlemissmartypants Nov 2024 #98
Yes I am kansasobama Nov 2024 #33
Do you want to give us your handle? Native Nov 2024 #173
Let me think about it kansasobama Nov 2024 #183
send me a du mail if you decide to and I'll add it to the list (that I'm working on to post here). Native Nov 2024 #184
How safe is it? kansasobama Nov 2024 #194
I guess the same could be said for thinkingagain Nov 2024 #198
True- Let me wait till Jan 21st kansasobama Nov 2024 #215
I'm in. Ocelot II Nov 2024 #34
Yes bdamomma Nov 2024 #38
do you want to share your handle? Native Nov 2024 #174
Using it more and more Nevilledog Nov 2024 #36
I'm there with the kimbutgar name! kimbutgar Nov 2024 #37
Yes! WVGal1963 Nov 2024 #39
Advice: Don't delete your X account. Your handle will be snatched by imposters mainer Nov 2024 #40
noted! Native Nov 2024 #46
do you want to share your handle with us? Native Nov 2024 #175
I'm there DavidDvorkin Nov 2024 #41
Yep JCMach1 Nov 2024 #42
Love your gorgeous photo of Lebanon. Native Nov 2024 #65
I'm there gypsy11 Nov 2024 #43
Is that an Aussie I see? Native Nov 2024 #66
It is!! gypsy11 Nov 2024 #120
I have a mini-aussie that is the size of a standard. She's a good girl too, but very, very vocal. Native Nov 2024 #122
I've had only Aussies gypsy11 Nov 2024 #144
I'm on Bluesky lindalou65 Nov 2024 #44
so many roadrunners on BS - which one are you? Native Nov 2024 #68
Yes SweepPicker Nov 2024 #47
I'm Cruddyeye on there crud Nov 2024 #48
Sunseeker suggested this the other day. That and for DU to have an account there! Here's their post: Native Nov 2024 #71
That would be great thinkingagain Nov 2024 #177
Yes! ellisonz Nov 2024 #49
@brentp256.bsky.social n/t Brentos Nov 2024 #50
I am icnorth Nov 2024 #51
I think I found you. Same handle as here? Native Nov 2024 #73
Yes, same handle, Native. icnorth Nov 2024 #85
Yes. I'm there under a different handle: livetohike Nov 2024 #52
Followed. ❤️ littlemissmartypants Nov 2024 #99
You follow Maggie🇺🇸⚾ too? Lady Freedom Returns Nov 2024 #142
Yep, been on there for a couple weeks now. Basso8vb Nov 2024 #53
I am. zuul Nov 2024 #54
Thank you for actually reading what I wrote Maeve Nov 2024 #146
Been there for a bit Trekologer Nov 2024 #55
You bet! hedda_foil Nov 2024 #57
couldn't find you under that name on BlueSky zuul Nov 2024 #74
the ampersand is in the wrong place. try this @heddafoil.bsky.social Native Nov 2024 #79
That worked! zuul Nov 2024 #139
Joined, but haven't spent much time there yet.. Permanut Nov 2024 #59
I am... orwell Nov 2024 #60
It's like the early days of Twitter. Hard to walk away! Native Nov 2024 #78
Bluesky VGuerra276 Nov 2024 #61
Yes I am atreides1 Nov 2024 #63
Found you under the same handle as here. I hope that's you. Native Nov 2024 #80
I am there too GigiLeigh Nov 2024 #64
Thanks for this! mcar Nov 2024 #147
I am there. camartinwv Nov 2024 #67
It me! EricAblair Nov 2024 #69
Daniel Cole@boatstobuild2022.bsky.social mechtech Nov 2024 #70
Yes I am am holding back with likes, comments and posts for now. gordianot Nov 2024 #72
Yes, I joined recently. I long ago dropped all other social media platforms. I maintain FB to stay in touch with family. usaf-vet Nov 2024 #75
is your handle the same but without the hyphen? Native Nov 2024 #178
Maybe we could get together... orwell Nov 2024 #76
Great idea!!! Native Nov 2024 #88
@swirlykambaba.bsky.social OMGWTF Nov 2024 #77
OMG I'm your 1st follower! Native Nov 2024 #90
Glad to see you there... icnorth Nov 2024 #106
Feels good knowing I'm following my fellow DUers, even if they don't post. Native Nov 2024 #108
Hello! Alice B. Nov 2024 #81
Yes! lucca18 Nov 2024 #82
it's actually fun following all these DUers - barbtries Nov 2024 #109
I know. I've followed everyone and no one has tried to sell me anything or ask me to invest in their project! lol Native Nov 2024 #133
I am on there slingsam Nov 2024 #83
gotcha Native Nov 2024 #93
chalco48.bsky.social Chalco Nov 2024 #84
I'm your first follower! Native Nov 2024 #95
Y bullimiami Nov 2024 #86
at first I searched for @y.bsky.social. LOL, but I found you! Native Nov 2024 #96
I'm there, but I don't really know much what to do there...nt Trueblue Texan Nov 2024 #87
Take your time, T.T. icnorth Nov 2024 #94
Bluesky! roscoeroscoe Nov 2024 #89
I joined two weeks ago... bsiebs Nov 2024 #91
Yes! FuzzyDicePHL Nov 2024 #92
Puppies and booze - that's what gets me through the day! Native Nov 2024 #97
HAHAHAHA!!! FuzzyDicePHL Nov 2024 #210
yep barbtries Nov 2024 #100
me too! we need community now more than ever. Native Nov 2024 #102
Yes. Same screen name. Lochloosa Nov 2024 #101
@jester39.bsky.social? Native Nov 2024 #104
That's me Lochloosa Nov 2024 #125
This message was self-deleted by its author Native Nov 2024 #113
I'm there but... sellitman Nov 2024 #103
Gay Texan gay texan Nov 2024 #105
BeadyWitch Deep State Witch Nov 2024 #110
Yes! 2meowmomma.bsky.social 2 Meow Momma Nov 2024 #111
Just signed up! Elessar Zappa Nov 2024 #112
care to share your handle? Native Nov 2024 #117
tobi2314 Elessar Zappa Nov 2024 #118
Just signed up today get the red out Nov 2024 #114
is that an Aussie butt? Native Nov 2024 #115
Mini-Aussie butt get the red out Nov 2024 #119
I have a Mini Aussie as well! She's working toward getting certified as a therapy dog. Native Nov 2024 #121
Awesome get the red out Nov 2024 #123
I am but value my anonymity here. nolabear Nov 2024 #116
I'm anonymous almost everywhere, even FB. That said, I figure if they want to find me, they're going to find me. Native Nov 2024 #126
Yeah. I mean, I'm beneath notice really. nolabear Nov 2024 #141
Yes Ananda62 Nov 2024 #127
wes-connors.bsky.social Mike Nelson Nov 2024 #128
I think I just followed... littlemissmartypants Nov 2024 #129
some people are putting the ampersand in the wrong place Native Nov 2024 #132
Thanks! ... littlemissmartypants Nov 2024 #134
looking up the moniker alone doesn't always work Native Nov 2024 #135
Yep... littlemissmartypants Nov 2024 #136
@midoriliz.bsky.social CatWoman Nov 2024 #130
Yep canetoad Nov 2024 #131
turbografx.bsky.social Polybius Nov 2024 #137
@ladyfreedomrocks.bsky.social Lady Freedom Returns Nov 2024 #138
Me! AwakeAtLast Nov 2024 #143
👍🏼 IrishAfricanAmerican Nov 2024 #145
Been there around 3 weeks Pas-de-Calais Nov 2024 #148
Found you! The best thimg to do is scroll through the Discover feed... Native Nov 2024 #163
I don't really have original content - TBF Nov 2024 #149
@ponietz.bsky.social Ponietz Nov 2024 #150
Yes but with a different username. I like BlueSky. Nt spooky3 Nov 2024 #151
let us know what your handle is if you want us to join you. Native Nov 2024 #162
Added you Native and appreciate the follow back Docreed2003 Nov 2024 #152
Mine is Barbiecrkhor chouchou Nov 2024 #153
Just joined a few days ago nclib Nov 2024 #154
I just signed up last week! Texasgal Nov 2024 #155
Yes ellie Nov 2024 #156
Great idea. Lunabell Nov 2024 #157
not that i've found Native Nov 2024 #161
Yes, I am sanevoiceus Nov 2024 #158
I've been on Bluesky for a few weeks. arkielib Nov 2024 #159
Yep but haven't done much. oldmanlynn Nov 2024 #160
I've been on Bluesky for about a year... SKKY Nov 2024 #164
same handle? Native Nov 2024 #165
Almost. Sorry, I edited my original response to include my handle... SKKY Nov 2024 #166
not pulling you up with that handle Native Nov 2024 #167
Been there a little while, don't post, just comment or "heart" things so far. mucholderthandirt Nov 2024 #168
I've only gotten 3 opportunistic followers - crpto, porn, & strange dude wanting to chat. Native Nov 2024 #171
@stillgrace@bsky.social Blue Dotty Nov 2024 #169
DU is great. I'll like it even more when we can post BSKY stuff here. Native Nov 2024 #170
i'm there Brainstormy Nov 2024 #176
Self-deleted Mme. Defarge Nov 2024 #179
is that your handle? Native Nov 2024 #185
Ha! Mme. Defarge Nov 2024 #219
Yes, I've been on for a few weeks now Marigold Nov 2024 #180
ladyklc-garb.bsky.social ProudMNDemocrat Nov 2024 #181
Please be careful not to let DUers-getting-together-on-Bluesky hurt DU. See this highplainsdem Nov 2024 #182
This message was self-deleted by its author Native Nov 2024 #186
I can't see how Bluesky will hurt DU. I don't use it anymore than I did Twitter, & I wasn't aware of Twitter harming DU Native Nov 2024 #187
Did you even read the post I linked to? I also use Twitter (and now Bluesky as well) to find highplainsdem Nov 2024 #188
yes i did. Native Nov 2024 #189
You wrote in your first reply in this subthread highplainsdem Nov 2024 #191
I joined Bluesky Americanme Nov 2024 #190
theprole.bsky.social TheProle Nov 2024 #192
I just followed everyone listed. urbanhermit Nov 2024 #193
I think it's great that you and JCMach1 (@grandinboy.bsky.social) are promoting DU. I reposted, and I've added... Native Nov 2024 #195
I'm in too Stargleamer Nov 2024 #196
Partial Collation. I know I missed some, tho TheProle Nov 2024 #197
Getting ready to update the op and link to the list I've compiled. Native Nov 2024 #200
I updated the OP to include a link to a master list that I can modify to accommodate additions, changes, and deletions.. Native Nov 2024 #204
Thank you for your efforts! TheProle Nov 2024 #205
You all are worth it! Native Nov 2024 #206
Here,but im not on often xmas74 Nov 2024 #199
Followed you & added you to the list! @raycing.bsky.social Native Nov 2024 #216
Thank you nt xmas74 Nov 2024 #217
I am JackCo Nov 2024 #201
I'm there--- a link to my profile Jack Valentino Nov 2024 #202
@mstock57.bsky.social Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Nov 2024 #203
Just joined on Monday LovelyStuff Nov 2024 #208
I'm not finding you. There's a noelle77, 7k, and 72. No 75. Please check your handle, and if it is correct, send me Native Nov 2024 #214
i'm there mokeyz Nov 2024 #209
I am, and here I am :) phylny Nov 2024 #211
I am on there Bettie Nov 2024 #212
I joined a couple weeks ago. IL Dem Nov 2024 #213
Yes I am: couzens.bsky.social Hassler Nov 2024 #218
Slowly but surely following DU users on the list. SupportSanity Dec 2024 #220
Yes. I'm @naturalreason.bsky.social Imperialism Inc. Dec 2024 #221
Yes ismnotwasm Dec 2024 #224
I'm Yoncy Schmellinflerble A HERETIC I AM Dec 2024 #225
Yes, however I am not a big fan of constantly updating or checking social media sites. waterwatcher123 Dec 2024 #226
I'm there, not very active yet. Greybnk48 Dec 2024 #227
Yes I am! CanonRay Dec 2024 #228
@iristone.bsky.social Jrose Dec 2024 #229
Captain Truth @TruthTeamOne CaptainTruth Dec 2024 #230
I'm there whyzayker Dec 2024 #232
I am on! @voxnihili42.bsky.social still-prayin4rain Dec 2024 #233
I am on Bsky TexasBlueBelle Dec 2024 #234
@lardnar.bsky.social dawg Dec 2024 #235
I'm making the switch. FirstLight Jan 2025 #236
Just added you to the BS master list and followed you! Native Jan 2025 #237
Kaly1903 MiKenMi33 Jan 2025 #238
Added you to the list today & followed you on Bsky.... Native Jan 2025 #241
I am on Bluesky using same name as here: yellowdogintexas yellowdogintexas Jan 2025 #239
Added you to the master list and followed you... Native Jan 2025 #242
I'm there! Stuckinthebush Jan 2025 #240
Added you to the master list on DU and followed you on Bsky Native Jan 2025 #243
Thanks for doing this! Stuckinthebush Jan 2025 #244
this is me there moonshinegnomie Feb 2025 #245

Dennis Donovan

(31,059 posts)
2. I'm there, but I don't talk a lot.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:01 AM
Nov 2024

@dennisdonovan.bsky.social

I generally use it as a news aggregate to find stories to bring back and post on DU.

bdamomma

(69,113 posts)
35. I'm there too
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 11:02 AM
Nov 2024

I don't talk too much either. I may just see what's going on. Too used to DU.

@avak55.bsky.social

TheBlackAdder

(29,923 posts)
15. theblackadder was taken by someone else. I was able to get my LLC defined though.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:22 AM
Nov 2024

I just use that one to monitor.

So, anything BlackAdder or TheBlackAdder is not me.

Native

(7,282 posts)
172. the ampersand was in the wrong place! LOL, we are all so conditioned. lots of us have done this.
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 09:44 AM
Nov 2024

SupportSanity

(1,561 posts)
13. I'm there. Same handle as here. I post here and there. Was never on any Social Media before DU
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:20 AM
Nov 2024

@supportsanity.bsky.social

intheflow

(29,932 posts)
19. Yep, I'm there!
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:30 AM
Nov 2024

@freedomnow.bsky.social

Looking forward to seeing my DU peeps over there!

moonscape

(5,621 posts)
21. Yes, new there
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:40 AM
Nov 2024

moonster2

Haven’t set up my profile yet but will get to it . Hope you’ll follow me back anyway so I can get started with DU peeps!

Sympthsical

(10,810 posts)
23. I have not yet decided which lunch table shall win my rose
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:43 AM
Nov 2024

But we're all in the same cafeteria regardless, and we're all going to get served the same shit.

Nittersing

(8,017 posts)
25. I'm there with the same handle
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:45 AM
Nov 2024

But don't really post.

I used quite a few "starter packs" to get my feed populated.

nocoincidences

(2,446 posts)
26. I just joined last week.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:47 AM
Nov 2024

I'm still trying to figure out the controls but I will get there soon!

My handle is Jerseykitty blah blah blah.

33taw

(3,273 posts)
28. @zippyd.bsky.social
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:48 AM
Nov 2024

I don't post, but follow. Joined recently. I never had a X/Twitter account.

mcar

(45,554 posts)
32. I'm liking it so far
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:52 AM
Nov 2024

Love the starter packs - it really helps you finds your people.

@megcar.bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
45. the starter packs definitely help and skybridge for migrating from Twitter,
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 11:51 AM
Nov 2024

but only about 25% of the people/entities I followed there are on Bluesky.

Sunseeker had this great suggestion the other day,

DU needs to have a Bluesky account like it has on Facebook and X!

Then DU can assemble a DU "Starter Pack" on Bluesky with all of it's DU followers listed!

Native

(7,282 posts)
184. send me a du mail if you decide to and I'll add it to the list (that I'm working on to post here).
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:37 AM
Nov 2024

WVGal1963

(214 posts)
39. Yes!
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 11:09 AM
Nov 2024

I am there……exact same name as here. WVGal63. Hope to connect! DU will always be my FIRST home but it’s nice to have another platform. Fingers crossed it grows and doesn’t change a whole lot.

mainer

(12,475 posts)
40. Advice: Don't delete your X account. Your handle will be snatched by imposters
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 11:21 AM
Nov 2024

Even though I'm now on BlueSky, I'm holding onto my X handle because I don't want someone else to use it.
This is especially good advice if you have a lot of followers on X, because your handle has value.
It's okay to go dormant on X, but don't surrender your handle!

gypsy11

(404 posts)
43. I'm there
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 11:35 AM
Nov 2024

Not much of a talker on any platform (been a member of DU since 2001, have under 500 posts) but absolutely read posts, learn from, and appreciate the people that are talkers.

@gardengirl70.bsky.social

gypsy11

(404 posts)
120. It is!!
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:48 PM
Nov 2024

That’s the love of my life- Abby. ❤️ well, one of the loves of my life. She’s a very good girl.

Native

(7,282 posts)
122. I have a mini-aussie that is the size of a standard. She's a good girl too, but very, very vocal.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:57 PM
Nov 2024

And we have high ceilings and tile throughout, so she's LOUD! She got me through the Covid lockdown years and is the love of my life as well.

gypsy11

(404 posts)
144. I've had only Aussies
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 04:14 PM
Nov 2024

As far as dogs go. I think they’re awesome dogs. They do tend to be vocal, although my first Aussie was super laid back and only made noise to alert me to things. Abby is the polar opposite of my first. She is definitely more of a stereotypical Aussie. High energy and very, very smart. She does this high pitched yip when she’s playing. Drives me nuts, but she’s just having fun and telling me about it. Loudly. lol.

Native

(7,282 posts)
71. Sunseeker suggested this the other day. That and for DU to have an account there! Here's their post:
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:36 PM
Nov 2024
DU needs to have a Bluesky account like it has on Facebook and X!

Then DU can assemble a DU "Starter Pack" on Bluesky with all of it's DU followers listed!

thinkingagain

(1,309 posts)
177. That would be great
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:13 AM
Nov 2024

I wonder if would also help if we put
#DU
In our profile

I’m not super knowledgeable on social media stuff

But I know I’d rather see profiles / posts from DU members then the porn type stuff that has showed up last few days

My name at Bluesky is Bluehopes

icnorth

(1,045 posts)
51. I am
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:14 PM
Nov 2024

Just starting to get my feet wet. Posted about bsky on Meta for family and friends.

Basso8vb

(1,230 posts)
53. Yep, been on there for a couple weeks now.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:15 PM
Nov 2024

Very much enjoying it.

@tubasungod.bsky.social

GigiLeigh

(194 posts)
64. I am there too
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:32 PM
Nov 2024
https://bsky.app/profile/gigileigh.bsky.social

I have a starter pack on my profile if any one needs one to get started.

I'll make sure to add everyone here when I get off work.

gordianot

(15,724 posts)
72. Yes I am am holding back with likes, comments and posts for now.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:38 PM
Nov 2024

You know they are effective when billionaires threaten to buy the site. I avoided Twitter and cancelled my account after one day. I will keep on Bluesky as long as it keeps on bothering MAGAT’s am planning to quit lurking soon.

usaf-vet

(7,735 posts)
75. Yes, I joined recently. I long ago dropped all other social media platforms. I maintain FB to stay in touch with family.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 12:41 PM
Nov 2024

I am trying to keep it off the radar, but I would likely be willing to share it if I had a little time to figure out the platform.

icnorth

(1,045 posts)
106. Glad to see you there...
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:13 PM
Nov 2024

Great to have company. Getting a little lonely wandering about by myself in the great blue yonder!

Native

(7,282 posts)
133. I know. I've followed everyone and no one has tried to sell me anything or ask me to invest in their project! lol
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:39 PM
Nov 2024

Response to Lochloosa (Reply #101)

sellitman

(11,734 posts)
103. I'm there but...
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:10 PM
Nov 2024

I use Substack much more though.

sellitman.bsky.social

Substack : @kevinsweiss

get the red out

(13,910 posts)
119. Mini-Aussie butt
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:47 PM
Nov 2024

He is hilarious, his name is Retro. All the Aussie-crazy and small in a smaller package. He is almost ready to start his Agility career.

Native

(7,282 posts)
121. I have a Mini Aussie as well! She's working toward getting certified as a therapy dog.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:53 PM
Nov 2024

It's like we have wiggle-butt radar.

nolabear

(43,841 posts)
116. I am but value my anonymity here.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 01:42 PM
Nov 2024

I do think DU is watched, more or less. I’m trusting EarlG to keep anonymity here so we as individuals aren’t. I wouldn’t dare share on Bluesky what I’d consider sharing on DU.

Native

(7,282 posts)
126. I'm anonymous almost everywhere, even FB. That said, I figure if they want to find me, they're going to find me.
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:12 PM
Nov 2024

Being among like minded individuals pretty much trumps all else for me right now. I have a feeling things are going to get really bad and we'll need each other more than we ever have before. I hope to hell I'm wrong.

Ananda62

(316 posts)
127. Yes
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:16 PM
Nov 2024

I’ve had an account for awhile but, like on DU, I rarely post.
Sierraabravo@bsky.social

littlemissmartypants

(31,109 posts)
129. I think I just followed...
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:20 PM
Nov 2024

swampflower
icnorth
brentp256
zacharyellison
Cruddyeye
guitarsandscuba
gardengirl
grandinboy
nikrovd
WVGal63
kimbutgar
nevilledog
misspixie
megcar
onecaliberal
azchemnerd
Dave-says
zippyd
Jerseykitty
gingerwall
beststash
moonster2
freedomnow
alittlelark
loveggs
leopardkarma
PCIntern
supportsanity
madinmaryland
maevedu
stillmarooned
Elizabethfoulon
ckinmi
leftcoastray
mzscully
bluevoter24
avak55
Vicky Gee
GigiLeigh
E.A. Blair
Barbara (barbtries)
2meowmomma
BeadyWitch
GayTexan
sellitman
jester39
Lochloosa
fuzzydicephl
bsiebs
roscoeroscoe
truebluetexan24
bullimiami
chalco48
slingsam
karr463
widowsNorphans
icnorth
swirlykambaba
Orwell
gordianknot
Daniel Cole
E.A. Blair
camartinwv
GigiLeigh
atreides1
permanut
Vicky Gee
wafglobal
permanut
heddafoil
Bert Matheson

If I wasn't successful please let me know and I'll try again.

Couldn't find:
Roadrunner
leftcoastray
usaf-vet

I'm 2DiamondEyes. Please follow back. Thank you.

❤️pants

Native

(7,282 posts)
132. some people are putting the ampersand in the wrong place
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:34 PM
Nov 2024

try @leftcoastray.bsky.social instead of leftcoastray@bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
135. looking up the moniker alone doesn't always work
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 02:49 PM
Nov 2024

for some reason. I started migrating over from Twitter this weekend using skybridge, and I noticed a lot of glitches on BS when it comes to searches.

AwakeAtLast

(14,315 posts)
143. Me!
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 04:03 PM
Nov 2024

@lanamays.bsky.social

Yes, it is my real name (wasn't feeling creative at the time). You can search me on Facebook, too, if you want.

Pas-de-Calais

(10,233 posts)
148. Been there around 3 weeks
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:25 PM
Nov 2024

Trying to find who to follow is rough going

BSKY account below

@benld-iggy.bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
163. Found you! The best thimg to do is scroll through the Discover feed...
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 07:33 AM
Nov 2024

and choose what you like. And a lot of the larger, more well known accounts have "starter packs" where they list suggestions of who to follow. The link to their starter packs is usually pinned at the start of their page. Once you click on the starter pack, you can then scroll through it and follow who you like. There is also a directory (from CNET):



How do I find good Bluesky starter packs?
As of when this is published, there are more than 86,000 starter packs, and more are created every hour. You can browse the directory and search by keywords to find specific groups.

Once you've got a solid following list, I recommend looking at your favorite accounts to see who they're following, resharing and talking about. That can also help you make sure you've got a well-rounded feed.

https://blueskydirectory.com/starter-packs/all

TBF

(35,303 posts)
149. I don't really have original content -
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:30 PM
Nov 2024

mostly just repost. I do try to follow back everyone - @emmago.bsky.social

Docreed2003

(18,705 posts)
152. Added you Native and appreciate the follow back
Mon Nov 25, 2024, 10:37 PM
Nov 2024

I'm the same handle for anyone interested

Native

(7,282 posts)
167. not pulling you up with that handle
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:04 AM
Nov 2024

Last edited Tue Nov 26, 2024, 09:00 AM - Edit history (1)

on edit: got your follow, but you're still not pulling up in a search. Growing pains. I'm sure you'll become visible soon enough. lol. https://bsky-users.theo.io/

mucholderthandirt

(1,738 posts)
168. Been there a little while, don't post, just comment or "heart" things so far.
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:22 AM
Nov 2024

I'm not following anything political, not interested at this point. Anything I figure I need to know, I can pop in here and get the headlines.

At any rate, if you want to add to a list: quicksilver2006@bsky.social

I may never post my own stuff over there, or not under that name. I might see about setting up an account or page or whatever for my author name, but maybe not. I think I only ever posted a couple of times at the Xhitter, in a decade or more there.

LOL Just went to my account (to get my "handle" right) and found I have five followers. One bluntly says she'll unfollow me if I don't follow her (another with Arabic on the page), one up front asks for money, one is some NFT nut, one is some kind of science geek (not a bad thing, I guess), and one man with an Arabic-only page, and I don't speak Arabic. Or have any interest in meeting men. I get a lot of that crap on FB, I don't need it everywhere else.

I may have liked something they posted, but my guess is either bots, someone who just wants to build followers, and/or make a "this person is safe to scam" list. Sigh.

Native

(7,282 posts)
170. DU is great. I'll like it even more when we can post BSKY stuff here.
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:47 AM
Nov 2024

Last edited Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:35 AM - Edit history (1)

Marigold

(230 posts)
180. Yes, I've been on for a few weeks now
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:20 AM
Nov 2024

I love it. I get a lot of news feeds. zippytwo.bsky.social

ProudMNDemocrat

(20,467 posts)
181. ladyklc-garb.bsky.social
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:24 AM
Nov 2024

So far, so good.

Glad to be following so many GREAT people and voices of reason.

Response to highplainsdem (Reply #182)

Native

(7,282 posts)
187. I can't see how Bluesky will hurt DU. I don't use it anymore than I did Twitter, & I wasn't aware of Twitter harming DU
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 10:58 AM
Nov 2024

I used Twitter as a news source, and I'm doing the same with Bluesky. Reporters/correspondents/media are starting to move to BS, and they break their stories on social media first. That doesn't happen on DU. The breaking news we get here is generally first noticed on X or Reddit or Substack or alerts we've personally signed up for, and now BS. There are important voices on social media that aren't posters in our community. How else are we to find content to share here? When I share stuff with my DU family, it is because I want to hear their thoughts on the issues at hand.

I see these two sites as radically different. That said, I share your concern for DU, and I hope to live out the rest of my life as a part of this family.

highplainsdem

(59,320 posts)
188. Did you even read the post I linked to? I also use Twitter (and now Bluesky as well) to find
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 11:08 AM
Nov 2024

things worth posting here, and have for years.

But there are things people need to know about posting on Bluesky, especially if they're linking DU and Bluesky accounts, and I hope they'll read my OP at https://www.democraticunderground.com/100219765060 - all of it - and think about it. I wrote that based on nearly 40 years online and more than a dozen years running forums of different types (and as admin of some).

highplainsdem

(59,320 posts)
191. You wrote in your first reply in this subthread
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 11:50 AM
Nov 2024
When I share stuff with my DU family, it is because I want to hear their thoughts on the issues at hand.


The more DUers congregate on another platform, following one another, the more likely they are to share stuff and give their thoughts about it there - and then not want to repeat themselves here - unless they all remember to make DU a priority and post about it here first.

And I'm not kidding in that other post about the likelihood of trolls following DUers here after arguments on platforms like Bluesky and Twitter.

Americanme

(340 posts)
190. I joined Bluesky
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 11:36 AM
Nov 2024

but just to read, not to post. Much like my first 20 years reading DU. @olddude2024.bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
195. I think it's great that you and JCMach1 (@grandinboy.bsky.social) are promoting DU. I reposted, and I've added...
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 05:18 PM
Nov 2024

the #DemocraticUnderground hashtag to my bio on Bluesky as well.

TheProle

(3,860 posts)
197. Partial Collation. I know I missed some, tho
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 06:08 PM
Nov 2024

stargleamer.bsky.social
@grandinboy.bsky.social
theprole.bsky.social
@olddude2024.bsky.social
ladyklc-garb.bsky.social
zippytwo.bsky.social
godfreyheavens.bsky.social
@stillgrace@bsky.social
quicksilver2006@bsky.social
swkky.bsky.social
lancedlyons.bsky.social
@arkielib.bsky.social
@sanevoiceus.bsky.social
@meowomon.bsky.social
@cifritz.bsky.social
atxnative.bsky.social
@bo-jangles.bsky.social
barbiecrkhor.bsky.social
@ponietz.bsky.social
@emmago.bsky.social
@benld-iggy.bsky.social
@pjconn.bsky.social
@lanamays.bsky.social
@ladyfreedomrocks.bsky.social
@zhickel.bsky.social
turbografx.bsky.social
@midoriliz.bsky.social
@leftcoastray.bsky.social
2DiamondEyes
wes-connors.bsky.social
Sierraabravo@bsky.social
tobi2314
2meowmomma.bsky.social
sellitman.bsky.social
Gay Texan
@jester39.bsky.social
fuzzydicephl.bsky.social
@bsiebs.bsky.social
@roscoeroscoe
truebluetexan24
chalco48.bsky.social
slingsam.bsky.social
karr463
widowsNorphans
@swirlykambaba.bsky.social
Daniel Cole@boatstobuild2022.bsky.social
@eablair1984.bsky.social
@camartinwv.bsky.social
@gigileigh.bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
204. I updated the OP to include a link to a master list that I can modify to accommodate additions, changes, and deletions..
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:27 PM
Nov 2024

I figure I can easily track additions to the original OP, but people will have to notify me by mail if they make any changes to their links or choose to delete their original replies. Let me know if you think I've missed anything.

JackCo

(118 posts)
201. I am
Tue Nov 26, 2024, 08:09 PM
Nov 2024

I'm @bluffatsky.bsky.social and as you can tell I'm a longtime member but extremely rare poster. Lurking and liking are my games. If anyone wants to friend me it would be fine. I plan on following du members so wanted to let you know why I was showing up in notifications. Living in deep red Alabama DU is a lifeline. Thanks to all for making this an important place for me over the years.

Native

(7,282 posts)
214. I'm not finding you. There's a noelle77, 7k, and 72. No 75. Please check your handle, and if it is correct, send me
Wed Nov 27, 2024, 09:48 AM
Nov 2024

a follow request on Bluesky. I'm @raycing.bsky.social.

Once I've verified the link is correct, I'll add you to the master list.

Just so you know, the site's search function is occasionally missing legit people.

IL Dem

(888 posts)
213. I joined a couple weeks ago.
Wed Nov 27, 2024, 09:10 AM
Nov 2024

@sherry7sal.bsky.social

Not much of poster, obviously. Been here for over 20 years.

SupportSanity

(1,561 posts)
220. Slowly but surely following DU users on the list.
Mon Dec 2, 2024, 11:20 AM
Dec 2024

It's a slow process following each person on the list of DU users. Yes, a starter pack would be great, but I understand the risk involved.

You are welcome to beat me to it and follow me first.

If you do, it would be best to DM me with a message that mentions DU and I'll follow you right back.

And I gotta tell you, the combination of DU and Bluesky is awesome.

I've never been on social media before DU and now, well I'm glad I joined both.

There are a lot of amazing people out there. Glad to find them.

I wish I could "Block" awful people in real life , but blocking bad guys on social media is great.

Thanks.

supportsanity (same on BlueSky)

Jrose

(1,511 posts)
229. @iristone.bsky.social
Mon Dec 2, 2024, 12:30 PM
Dec 2024

Joined with this handle a few days ago... though someone at Bluesky has been using 'Jrose' which I use at a number of sites.

FirstLight

(15,754 posts)
236. I'm making the switch.
Sat Jan 18, 2025, 02:43 PM
Jan 2025

No more techbros/metaverse. Going full dark on all platforms (just THINK of the free time I'll have!!)

firstlight70.bsky.social

MiKenMi33

(231 posts)
238. Kaly1903
Sat Jan 18, 2025, 09:15 PM
Jan 2025

I signed up for Bluesky about a month ago but I needed a break from all media. I just now feel like I’m ready to fight.

@kaly1903.bsky.social

Native

(7,282 posts)
241. Added you to the list today & followed you on Bsky....
Mon Jan 27, 2025, 02:51 PM
Jan 2025

sorry for the delay and missing your post,

Native (@raycing.bsky.social)

yellowdogintexas

(23,578 posts)
239. I am on Bluesky using same name as here: yellowdogintexas
Sun Jan 26, 2025, 06:59 PM
Jan 2025

do we have a suggestion list on bluesky

Native

(7,282 posts)
243. Added you to the master list on DU and followed you on Bsky
Mon Jan 27, 2025, 02:53 PM
Jan 2025

,
Native (@raycing.bsky.social)

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