Rob Polk

@curiousrob.bsky.social

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Teaching, #Kidlit writing, & climbing trees with a chainsaw - MS Ed - Pitchwars Mentee 2018 - Member SCBWI - Husband to brilliant physician - Dad to 7 - (He/him) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ BLM ally

Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 05, 2024 at 12:52 UTC

Happy Birthday!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 05, 2024 at 12:18 UTC

Good morning

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 05, 2024 at 05:50 UTC

so rude

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 05, 2024 at 02:48 UTC

She was watching the sunset.

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[ View ] Jul 05, 2024 at 02:28 UTC

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 04, 2024 at 01:26 UTC

If we truly appreciate our nation's independence, we should let freedom ring true with every marginalized group.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 04, 2024 at 00:31 UTC

Should have writ "We" instead of Us GD why am I like this

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 04, 2024 at 00:18 UTC

I get it. But there is a lot of time between now and November. Media has to chase their ratings. They amplify and hyperbolize whatever can get them views. Us regular folk must stay focused on defeating threats to our freedoms.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 04, 2024 at 00:10 UTC

IMO, anything is better than DT. Things more honest, patriotic, and compassionate than him that I'd vote for: Wet cat turd Rusty tin can Barf Asbestos Dirty sock Compost (What have I forgotten?)

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 03, 2024 at 23:54 UTC

When my messy/chaotic 16yo was carrying the vacuum cleaner to his trash-filled car the other day I was pleased but confused. Last night he told me he has a girlfriend. 😆

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 03, 2024 at 23:35 UTC

All the time! And not just writing projects. I hope you find the best fit for organizing/juggling your stories!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 03, 2024 at 18:46 UTC

Bid is currently at $210 to win this great package and help democracy. Better get in on it before it ends July 5!

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Amy Hoy @amyhoy.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 01, 2024 at 22:49 UTC

"look for the helpers" is for children. "be a helper" is for adults.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 02, 2024 at 03:14 UTC

Effing play along!!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 02, 2024 at 02:44 UTC

I hope you're right.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 02, 2024 at 00:54 UTC

not unlike rewarding your judge friends after favorable rulings

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 01, 2024 at 23:12 UTC

Congratulations! Love the cover and "Little Blue Truck" vibes!

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scott⚡️mccloud @scottmccloud.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 01, 2024 at 23:01 UTC

Oh! Forgot the ALT text, sorry! [the picture on the post was of a plastic Barbie-style doll with pink shoes on each foot, and the words “thank you for finding my missing shoe!]

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 01, 2024 at 02:26 UTC

Love Simone Biles. A champion in so many ways.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jul 01, 2024 at 02:17 UTC

What better way to usher in Independence Day this week?

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 30, 2024 at 23:23 UTC

Was on a routine field check for thistles and happened upon this guy.

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sarrible @sarrible.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 30, 2024 at 22:11 UTC

Any authors who want a bargain on a 50,000-word copy edit can bid on my services starting tomorrow, with proceeds to benefit organizations supporting voting rights: www.32auctions.com/organization... (Ooh, that's a BIG my face)

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 30, 2024 at 02:34 UTC

That's amazing! Congratulations!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 29, 2024 at 19:31 UTC

My dad taught us how to mow when we were 10ish. My youngest (10 and 12) are now learning a valuable skill. "Kids & Me Lawn & Tree" about to come back online!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 23, 2024 at 20:08 UTC

@cherylajohnson.bsky.social Hi Cheryl!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 23, 2024 at 02:10 UTC

Leaning Aspen was climbed and removed safely. (Storm damage all over our region. Tree Monkeys will be busy for weeks.)

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 21, 2024 at 01:28 UTC

Crap I wish I'd said "Welcome home!" But ADHD and all anyway

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Anna Lindsey @annalindsey.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 23:19 UTC

Hoping we've found our #kidlit home here.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 21, 2024 at 01:23 UTC

You are home. Welcome.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 22:41 UTC

Gorgeous

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 22:37 UTC

Hey Betsy!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 16:10 UTC

Excellent

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 15:55 UTC

I love your pictures! Especially the killdeer!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 00:19 UTC

Collected today. #Eggs #TheGathering

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 20, 2024 at 00:06 UTC

Any other #rural #farm and #ranch people out there? Hello?

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 23:54 UTC

Good luck, Phyllis! I hope you get legit "likes" tomorrow!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 23:52 UTC

A game of twister you don't want to play. (PSA for farm and ranch kids that probably won't get traction here.) #PTOproblems

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 19:11 UTC

Ahhhhh I see. Hope an agent connects with your vision!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 19:00 UTC

Good luck! The more #tree books out there the better!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 15:51 UTC

Totally understand! Now I'm a part time ELA/Math Interventionist at a local private school. Love working with the PreK-5th graders!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 15:45 UTC

Awesome Grandma! Wind speed and direction always affect a hazard removal. Lots of conservative "in the field" estimation helps keep people and property safe. It's such a dynamic process! (Teaching high school physical science was my first professional gig.)

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 13:48 UTC

Love that you're a physics teacher! I hope your school year went well and you get some good rest and book time this summer.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 12:54 UTC

I love the physics of rigging and felling. Climbing is a fun bonus.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 03:31 UTC

I'd forgotten how great Tuesdays can be.

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 03:15 UTC

The bottom book is probably mentioned in your thread so I'm going to find it and add it to my reading list!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 03:13 UTC

I've read two of those books to my students many times!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 03:09 UTC

You'll be fine, and if you ever want additional reader feedback on anything, please reach out.

I was away from #MG writing from 2020ish until last year due to family and personal situations but am glad to be refocusing some energy on writing now. Thanks for asking. It's great to get back in touch!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 01:15 UTC

Good luck querying! How are you?

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 00:44 UTC

Another friend from the former place!

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Rob Polk @curiousrob.bsky.social
[ View ] Jun 19, 2024 at 00:43 UTC

Joni!

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