Rebel Mink 🔥

A cream-colored mink named Emmy with soft fur and a pink nose leans forward curiously to sniff and lick a frozen treat on a stick. The treat looks like a small pink-orange lollipop made from frozen krill. Emmy’s long white whiskers fan forward and her bright eyes focus intently on the snack. The krill pop is held just above her swimming pool. The overall scene feels playful and gentle, capturing Emmy investigating her unusual frozen treat.

A cream-colored mink named Emmy eagerly bites into a frozen krill lollipop held on a stick. Her pink nose points upward and her long white whiskers fan outward as she grips the orange-pink frozen treat with her teeth. The krill pop glistens slightly as it begins to melt. Behind her in the background is her swimming pool, and the soft blue fabric of her tunnel appears in the lower background. Emmy’s expression looks determined and delighted as she chomps down on the unusual snack.

Krill pop? Yes please!!

A two-page spread from a children’s vocabulary book featuring real ferret photographs. Gray dashed rectangles mark the safe print margins on each page. Left page: A gray-and-white ferret is climbing onto a person’s leg outdoors. The ferret’s mouth is slightly open and its tiny paw rests on the person’s knee. The person is wearing blue jeans and bright neon-yellow athletic shoes. The ground below is covered with brown pine needles and forest debris. Right page: A cream-colored ferret wearing a dark harness sits facing away from the camera on a rocky lakeshore. The ferret looks out across a calm mountain lake surrounded by evergreen trees and distant gray mountains under a cloudy sky. Both pages include short vocabulary captions beneath the photos. Transcription: Left page Ferrets are XENODOCHIAL. Xenodochial (zen-uh-DOH-kee-ul): Kind and welcoming to guests & strangers. Right page A ferret wants to explore YONDER! Yonder (YON-der): Far away in the distance.

A two-page book spread with dashed gray “safe margin” borders indicating layout margins for printing. Left page: A large, soft-focused photograph of a cream-colored ferret with a pink nose and dark eyes. The ferret tilts its head slightly toward the camera, giving a curious and gentle expression. The background is blurred brown and gray tones, making the ferret’s face stand out prominently. Right page: A white page with a centered heading and several short paragraphs of text explaining what ferrets are. Near the bottom is a small rounded photo of a gray and white ferret lying on its back while playing with a colorful rope toy. The overall layout is clean and child-friendly, designed for a children’s educational book. Transcription: What are ferrets? Ferrets are curious domestic animals that love to explore and play! They are MUSTELIDS (MUSS-tuh-lids), or members of the weasel family. Other members of the weasel family include otters, badgers, mink, and martens. This book introduces advanced vocabulary using real ferrets and their playful personalities. Encourage children to say each word out loud, read the pronunciation together, and talk about how the picture shows the meaning.

A children’s book cover featuring a close-up photograph of a ferret peeking out from beneath a rough piece of tree bark in a snowy outdoor setting. The ferret has creamy white and brown fur, a pink nose, and dark curious eyes. Small patches of snow and bits of moss or green plant matter are visible around the bark, suggesting a cold woodland environment. The bark forms a natural arch over the ferret’s head, framing its face as it looks outward. Across the top of the cover, in large playful bubble-style letters with thick black outlines and soft pastel coloring, is the title: WORDY WEASELS! Below the ferret photo, the subtitle appears in similar bold rounded lettering: AN A–Z VOCABULARY ADVENTURE WITH FERRETS At the bottom of the cover is the author’s name: MEGAN CARFINO

I have published a book, using my ferretography!

Given that a new WW seems constantly looming these days, these letters have piqued my interest. The first random letter I pulled happened to cover the capitulation of Belgium, the month before France fell to Germany in June '40.

FRENCH REPUBLIC NATIONAL NAVY FLEET CREWS ELEMENTARY CERTIFICATE OF MECHANIC The undersigned, Director of the School of Apprentice Mechanics of Lorient, certifies that Lachuer Maurice Joseph René, registered at the Depot, No. 714-B-25, born in Angers (Maine-et-Loire) on January 19, 1912, has obtained the Elementary Certificate in Mechanics, and has been admitted to serve on vessels of the Fleet in this capacity, effective October 1, 1930. Grade obtained in the examination for the Elementary Certificate: 12.666 Issued at Lorient, on August 31, 1930. The Chief Mechanical Engineer, 1st Class, Houplin Director of the School (Official naval seal)

Any French reading history buffs out there who want to journey with me through a 20mm ammo box worth of WWII letters, based during Germany occupation of France between '39-'43? I don't know why grandad had these, but he was based in North Africa, which overlaps w/ Maurice here. (ALT TXT in English)

I commissioned two pieces of art from a Minnesota artist who is donating proceeds to the International Institute of Minnesota (an org on the list). One piece will say ICE Out, the other is less polite.

100% feeling helpless, lost, and furious.

+ 40 million in cuts to UW, + something about shutting down Wyoming Public Radio, + proposal for eliminating residential property tax (which funds public education, among other things).

I wish I had the ability to commute, I would seriously consider running for a seat. Because this is ridiculous.

High of 50 today in Sheridan, and looks like the low isn't going to hit freezing 😬

Text transcription: Caught The Fire Bug — in Wyoming 13h Wyoming: New years eve fire. On 12/31/25 firefighters from Clearmont closed out the new year fighting a grass fire. The fire was wind driven and about 2 acres in size. Conditions are unseasonably favorable for fires. Increased winds, Dry grass, and unseasonably warm weather helped aide in growth and spread of the fire. The location is being withheld and the fire is currently being investigated by the SCSO. 📷 Clearomont fire District. #caughtthefirebug #wyoming #wind #wildfire Image description: A landscape photograph shows a grass fire burning on a hillside in Wyoming. Low flames move across dry vegetation, glowing orange through thick smoke that drifts across the scene. The terrain appears arid, with sparse brush and rolling hills or low mountains in the background. The sky is hazy, likely from smoke, emphasizing dry and windy conditions consistent with wildfire spread.

Coolcoolcool. This is fine, right? A wildfire in December in Wyoming? This is fine! Everything is a-ok.
Just because we have honey bees, budding trees, and wildfires in December doesn't mean there's a problem, this is all just fine.
(Sarcasm with a slight edge of panic)

A small honeybee with a golden-brown, fuzzy body and translucent wings clings to the outer edge of a shallow blue ceramic dish. The bee is positioned near the rim, its legs gripping the curved surface as it appears to rest. The dish contains a mix of birdseed in white, tan, and brown tones. Beneath and around the dish is a weathered wooden surface with visible cracks and grain lines, and scattered dark soil in the background. Sunlight highlights the bee and the blue glaze.

A honey bee. On Christmas day. IN NORTHERN WYOMING.

*Not a scientist - just an activist who believes in science based conservation.

If it seemed like an event could bring people out.

Not sure if I have time to do this project, but I was already thinking about it after learning about the killing contest, so figured I'd chime in 🐺

I think under $500 would be workable for ads in two local publications, paid ads on Facebook, and a social media campaign. I can organize the information and design the ads myself. I believe it would potentially be possible for me to secure a free venue and a volunteer speaker

I just learned that my area is hosting a "fist annual coyote killing contest" in February.

I'm toying with the idea of an educational project to bring awareness to studies that indicate lethal control of coyotes is ineffective as population control, and may even lead to a population boom.

It's fixing to be 60 degrees on Christmas eve and 50 degrees on Christmas day.

In northern Wyoming.

If the forecast doesn't change, this will be my warmest Xmas since moving away from NOLA in the early 90s.

The chained dog and the homicide Recently, I saw someone comment on a fellow rescuers page- is it really worth it?

Core childhood memory.
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Image description: A collage on a tan, textured paper background shows the development of a logo featuring a mustelid character, credited to Imogen Fischer. At the top left is an early black-and-white sketch on white paper. It depicts a mustelid’s head and upper body facing forward, framed by an oval wreath of thorny branches with small leaves and buds. The linework is rough and exploratory, with visible construction lines and an expressive, slightly worried facial expression. At the top right is a clean, fully colored version of the same design on a cream background. The mustelid has soft, pale cream fur, a pink nose, and large golden-yellow eyes. The expression appears gentle and alert. The head is framed by a wreath of brown branches with dark green leaves and small white blossoms. The illustration is polished, with smooth shading and crisp outlines. At the bottom left is a finished logo badge set against a dark, starry blue background. The same mustelid portrait appears within the branch wreath, now enclosed in a decorative emblem shape. Below the animal, stylized text reads “Mustelid Madness Rescue & Sanctuary.” The overall look is warm, professional, and emblem-like, suitable for branding. On the right side of the collage, handwritten-style text reads: “Logo Art by Imogen Fischer” Below it, a smaller note says: “Note: we make promotional & seasonal edits to our logos.” Overall, the image illustrates the progression from concept sketch to finished logo art, highlighting the artist’s role and the adaptable nature of the rescue’s branding.

Logo art by Imogen Fischer 🦦🐾

Image description: A collage presents the illustration process and finished merchandise designs by Aneta Knoppvá Illustrations, arranged on a warm tan, paper-textured background. At the top left is a white sketch page filled with loose pencil drawings of a stylized mink character. The sketches show multiple facial expressions and poses: curious, smug, playful, and affectionate. One small handwritten sound effect reads “PFF…” near a dismissive expression. Some sketches show the mink hugging a plush walrus toy, with tiny hearts floating nearby. At the top right is a finished, full-color character sheet on a muted blue background. The same mink appears in several expressive busts and poses, rendered in a soft cartoon style with clean outlines. The mink has gray-brown fur, a white face and chest, pink nose, and small dark freckles. Expressions range from confident and sly to happy and affectionate. One pose shows the mink cuddling a small plush walrus, surrounded by red heart icons. In the bottom left is a photograph of several die-cut stickers resting in a person’s hand. The stickers feature the mink character in different poses, including hugging the small plush walrus. One sticker includes bold, humorous text reading: “I don’t bite, I amputate.” Another sticker shows affectionate imagery with hearts. In the bottom right is a photograph of a single sticker placed outdoors on a dark car window surface dusted with snow. The sticker shows the mink with a defiant, unimpressed expression. White, hand-lettered text beside the character reads: “Don’t kill my vibe.” Centered along the bottom of the collage is the artist credit in bold, hand-drawn lettering: “Aneta Knoppvá Illustrations.” Overall, the image highlights a cohesive character design workflow -from sketchbook concepts to polished digital illustrations and real-world sticker products- featuring a sassy, expressive mink character with humor and attitude.

Frostfang the Mink by Sketchy Annie 💗❄️

Image description: A collage of illustrated mustelid artwork is arranged on a tan, corkboard-like background, showcasing multiple drawings and finished pieces by the same artist, Clemence Maret. At the top left is a black-and-white line drawing labeled “Jack the Ferret.” The ferret is mid-motion with an arched back, open mouth, and expressive face, emphasizing its long, flexible body and fluffy tail. At the top right is another black-and-white sketch titled “Nicolas the Mink.” The mink is shown reclining with legs in the air and tail curved, with a rounded face and cheerful expression. The style is loose and playful, focusing on movement and personality. In the middle left is a colored rectangular illustration with a teal background reading “Mustelid Madness Kids.” A brown mink swims horizontally across the frame, body stretched long, eyes wide and friendly, with small bubbles trailing behind. In the middle right is a clean black-and-white line drawing titled “Nicolas the Mink! Mustelid Madness.” The mink lunges forward with front paws extended, body elongated, and a happy, energetic expression. At the bottom left hangs a banner-style illustration titled “Anatomy of a Ferret.” A cartoon gray ferret is labeled with humorous, fictional anatomy notes such as “bottomless void,” “boneless wiggle-sack,” “crinkle detectors,” “jet propulsion system,” and “dook meter,” giving it a lighthearted educational tone. At the bottom right is a fully colored illustration of a brown mink stretched long and low to the ground, smiling as if running or sliding forward. Bold text next to it reads: “Nicolas the Mink – Lovin’ life livin’ free, my fur belongs to me!” Centered near the bottom of the collage is the credit text: “Artwork by Clémence Maret.” Overall, the image highlights a range of expressive ferret and mink illustrations -from sketch concepts to polished, colorful designs- emphasizing movement, humor, and animal individuality.

Our Clémence Maret pieces 😍

Image description: A collage labeled with the artist's name, “Saffyre Arts”, shows the creative process behind illustrated animal artwork, displayed on a tan, textured background. At the top left is a dark slate-blue sketch page with light blue line drawings of small mustelids (ferret & mink) in dynamic poses, wearing a backpack and moving energetically, as if leaping or running. These are rough concept sketches with loose, expressive lines. Overlapping this are two clean, sepia-toned line art panels on white paper. Each panel features a mustelid character standing upright on its hind legs, dressed in whimsical, fantasy-style clothing. The characters wear small capes, belts, and pouches, suggesting a woodland adventurer or forager theme. Decorative elements like leaves, mushrooms, and forest debris float around them. At the bottom are two fully colored, finished illustrations presented side by side, framed with thin white borders. Left illustration: A light cream-colored mink stands in a playful pose, wearing a brown satchel and scarf. Mushrooms, leaves, eggs, and forest details surround it, creating a soft, storybook woodland scene. Right illustration: A darker, black-and-white ferret stands upright, dressed in a brown cap, scarf, belt, and pouch, gazing upward with a curious, alert expression. The background is muted gray-green with oak leaves, acorns, and forest motifs framing the figure. Overall, the image highlights Saffyre Arts creative workflow- from rough sketches, to refined line art, to polished, richly colored fantasy-style animal illustrations with a cozy, woodland aesthetic.

My new pieces from Saffyre Arts ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

... possible. I try to be as ethical an omnivore as possible. I believe that every person who eats meat should have to witness and participate in the entire birth to death process. Fish, chickens, cows. These are beings, not objects. None of them are lesser.

...with, because I know these creatures are sentient. From the mice that the mink eat, to the occasional chickens I consume. I've accepted that it's the natural cycle of life on our little blue rock, but it bothers me, and I have greatly reduced my own meat consumption & source locally when...

It's weird to me that people can find reasoning to say that any animal is somehow "lesser". People need to look into the eyes of a fish or a mouse or a chicken and study the animal and recognize the cognition that clearly exists there. I am not myself vegetarian, and it's something I've struggled...

Canadian Fur Farms: EXPOSED YouTube video by The Fur-Bearers

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Image Description: A stylized illustration features a cream-colored mink with soft, rounded features and large, expressive golden eyes. The mink looks directly forward with a gentle, slightly sad but hopeful expression. Its small rounded ears and subtle reddish markings on the nose stand out against its pale fur. The mink is framed within an ornate oval made of intertwining brown branches decorated with dark blue leaves and small pale blossoms. Behind the mink is a night sky filled with stars fading into silhouettes of dark evergreen trees at the lower edges. Beneath the illustration, large parchment colored text outlined in brown reads: “Mustelid Madness Rescue & Sanctuary.”

New video logo art by Imogen Fischer (with some tweaks and additions by me)

Domino's pulled away about 30 seconds before Pizza Hut pulled up. But the Hut is a little bit further away 🤔 I think I'm going to have to call it a draw!

I don't think anyone would be surprised if a coyote came to work with me 😅 even a large mystic wise coyote. They've all met the mink (living breathing government permitted 𝑁𝑒𝑜𝑔𝑎𝑙𝑒 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑛). A coyote would be a reasonable escalation I reckon.

Hubby and I each wanted different pizza places tonight, so we are holding a pizza race. Order buttons pushed at exactly the same moment - which mediocre 'ZZA chain store will prevail?! 👀 Sounds silly, but I have always wanted to do this 😆