Corry Haines

@sharpletters.net

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Cat wrangler and occasional security engineer, formerly various places, more on my blog.

Several Pride flags, including lesbian, transgender, and Progress Pride flags, wave above people gathered on a sunny cruise ship deck during JoCo Cruise 2026.
A mature bald eagle perches on a weather-worn wooden railing, seen from behind with its white head turned to the right and its yellow beak in profile. Raindrops dot its dark brown feathers, and dense green foliage and evergreen trees fill the misty background—captured on a rainy day in Ketchikan, Alaska.
Daphne Always stands onstage mid-performance, bathed in dramatic stage lighting. She wears a form-fitting, sleeveless dress that transitions from bright green at the top through yellow and orange to pink at the bottom, adorned with small shimmering embellishments. She holds a microphone in one hand and gestures expressively with the other. Flowing purple fabric streams upward behind her, creating a sense of motion and drama. Her long brown hair is loose and slightly tousled.
John Scalzi stands on stage holding a microphone. He is wearing a casual outfit: a blue t-shirt, blue shorts, and bright green Crocs. He has a lanyard with a name tag around his neck. Behind him is a large, colorful “JoCo Cruise” logo projected on a screen. He appears to be mid-sentence or reacting to something, giving the scene a lighthearted and informal vibe.
A black-and-white photo of a man in a suit and tie playing an electric guitar on stage. He appears to be focused, with his head slightly bowed. The scene is dramatic, with stage lights creating a smoky atmosphere.
A black-and-white cat is perched on a windowsill, gazing intently outside through a mesh screen. The sunlight softly illuminates its face, highlighting its whiskers and the details of its fur.
A black-and-white photograph of a pedestrian bridge. The bridge has a modern design with metal railings and a gentle arch. Two people are walking together at the crest of the bridge, their shadows extending downward along the path.
A fluffy gray cat with long fur is sitting on a perch, resting its front paws crossed on a soft surface. The cat’s green eyes gaze attentively to the side, and its ears are perked up.
A scenic urban pathway stretches into the distance, flanked by white railings and lined with streetlights. Two people walk together in the center of the path, heading away from the camera. On the sides, there are patches of grass and scattered trees, transitioning into an area with buildings and industrial structures. Smoke or steam rises from facilities in the background, with rolling hills visible under a clear, soft blue sky.