If an autistic person is expressing their autistic joy or authentic self, please don’t tell them they are being too loud, too much or need it tone it down if there is no need to. Each time they are shamed for their unmasked self, a little bit of them breaks. #AutsimAcceptanceDay

Happy World Donkey Day from Pebbles and Victoria Rose! Both are residents at Mitten Misfits Farm Sanctuary ❤️

I love this old girl. Miss Jane will be 15 years old this summer. ❤️

Happy #WorldTurtleDay2023 from this little Painted Turtle I helped over the curb on its way to the pond the other day.

Sleepy Jane ❤️

I went to a conference session on accessibility: The presenter asked “ When designing content, who are you okay with excluding?” 😮 A powerful, reminder that embracing #Accessibility is a journey, and refusing to embark on it leaves behind countless shipmates. #AllMeansAll

Today I had to say goodbye to my #vinegaroon Chidi. He was a chill dude and was my first foray into #invert keeping. Rest in peace little guy ❤️

Faye, my puppy-niece, taking part in bed-ception for maximum coziness!

When we talk about our / our young person’s autism & are faced with the head tilt & “I’m sorry.” Whether it’s well-meaning or misinformed we need to spread the message that we are talking difference not deficit & we should be celebrating the joys of individuality. #Autism

Seeking scientist volunteers! Want to practice science communication and help author a ✨comic✨ about your research? I need collaborators for this spring's cohort of SciComm & Comics art students! Please share widely. #STEMeducation #Science #sciart

Battle of the seasons at MSU. Early spring snowfall on recently sprouted blossoms

Highway fences are rough on elk calves and other ungulates. Especially 5 strand barbed. There are wildlife friendly specs available that should be used instead. ab-conservation.com/downloads/educ…

A raccoon family and I surprised each other on my way out of the library this evening. I love these clever, curious creatures ❤️

Today is the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990! This laid the groundwork of inclusion and access, but there is still so much more work that needs to be done! #ADA

It's the Dog Days of Summer! Stop by and see the pack in U.S. Bank Painted Dog Valley on your next visit!

The 2024 #FindThatLizard Scholarship is now accepting applications! This scholarship provides up to $1000 to women, girls, and non binary people in herpetology. Apply by Nov 23rd, 2024! earynmcgee.com/findthatlizard…