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Accurate.

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I had this dream where I was running late for work because I was trying to meet John Green while he was doing a book signing at the local Meijer. Except the local Meijer had been remodeled to resemble an old castle, dungeons and all. I was constantly looking at my clock, deciding that meeting John Green was more important than being on time for work (and where I work, we have a strict no-tardy policy). When I went to work finally, it turned out I wasn't needed that day because I wasn't even scheduled to work. Then I tried to find my friend so that we could both go talk to John Green post-signing-event. Found my friend, dragged him to the nearest pub, and found John Green.

And then I woke up.

This is what happens when I fall asleep watching vlogbrother videos. Also, when I fear being late for work constantly. Also, when I need to get groceries.

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Doctor Who Intros 1963-2010

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Key guns, 1600s

‘Jailers’ keys were apparently filled with gun powder to create a primitive gun that could be detonated if there was any trouble when opening a cell door. We found several original versions that back up this claim, dating from the 17th century and of various complexity.’

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Totally legit.

Seems legit.

Source: iwastesomuchtime.com via Kelley on Pinterest

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DUDE, listen to Spock. He knows what's up.

As Bonnie tells me, the original postcard from the American Cancer Society she has contributed has turned into a collectors item by now.

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Awesomeness

Today I went to go visit my sister while she was on a babysitting job around the corner. I've been on this weird baby fix lately, so I was looking forward to going over and hanging out with an adorable, cooing 6-month-old baby for the afternoon. I hadn't met the rest of the family yet, so the original plan was for me to leave before they came home. Naturally, as I'm about to walk out the door, the mom is in her car with her daughter getting the mail.

"Quick, take your shoes off!"

(We decided it would be more awkward for me to leave right before they walk in the door than for me to just meet them.)

So I meet the mom and the older little girl, who is in second grade. She notices my pencil case (a transformed Clinique bag) and asks what's inside. I show her all my pencils and pens and show her the first few pages of my newest sketchbook, filled with little gestures of her brother and their dog. I explain to the mom that I'm going for Studio Art at MSU and she reflects that she's been told this fact before by my sister, and that I did illustrations for a book.

Now, this book I did back in high school, and was told that it was going to be used in the second grade curriculum at all the elementary schools in our district. I had no idea if this was still in effect.

So the mom turns to her daughter and asks if (whatever her teacher's name is) read a book called Footsteps in History lately. The little girl looks at me like she's waiting for some hints as to what is the story in this book. I hadn't looked at it in ages, so I was searching my mind for the names of the characters. I started to describe the story to her, about an older man and a little girl traveling through Plymouth, Michigan and talking about history.

Me: Was his name... Mr. Tibbs?

Her: Is Mr. Tibbs short for Mr. Tibbet?

Me: Yes. 

She then goes on to describe the little girl being named Aly and wearing a pink dress and having brown-orange hair ("Kinda like you!") and I was thrilled that now there's concrete evidence that we were in fact talking about the book that I illustrated. It just gave me that feeling of accomplishment that I hadn't had in so long, a feeling that being an artist meant something, and I was doing something worthwhile.

It was just awesomeness.

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Woman: Can I have birth control?

Government: No.

Woman: I got pregnant because I didn't have birth control and I don't want the fetus. Can I have an abortion?

Government: No.

Woman: I gave birth to my child but since I wasn't expecting it, I can't afford daycare. Can I have help paying for it?

Government: No.

Woman: Well, why can't I have birth control?

Government: Because. Sex isn't for recreation.

Woman: It can help regulate my period and benefit me in other ways.

Government: Too bad.

Man: For no reason other than for recreational sex, may I have birth control?

Government: Do you have a penis?

Man: YES, YES I DO!!

Government: WELL HOWDY, VALID CITIZEN. You can buy condoms by the dozens. Here, here's a pack of special condom for "His Pleasure." Oooh, these come in different colours and flavours. Here, try these. They have ribs on them. And this one glows in the dark!! LOL OMG DICK LIGHTSABER!!

Government: But seriously, you're a man. You can do what ever you want.

Woman: But-

Government: Shut up, you sinning, freeloading hussy.

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DUDE. WHERE CAN I FIND SOME. POSTHASTE.

Black Light Bubbles

Available at thinkgeek for $3.99, these black light bubbles are perfect for your next underground rave, pacifiers not included.

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I actually just discovered this song, like, yesterday. Two days ago, technically. I can't decide if it makes me sad or passionate. But I like it!

ARE YOU OKAY?

NO! I WAS IN THE ELEVATOR AT WORK AND THAT GOTYE SONG CAME ON. EVERYONE STARTED CRYING. I HAD TO COME HOME.

‘SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW’?

UH HUH.

DAMN IT, I THOUGHT THEY BANNED THAT SONG FROM PUBLIC RADIO.

WHY WOULD THEY PLAY THAT? OH MY GOD I’M GOING TO BE SAD FOREVER.

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TEAM ANGLERFISH!

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Found out that my friend sat next to John Green at the the 2010 Beckoning of the Lovely. And high-fived him. #extremelyenvious

"He seems like a cool guy."

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FALLING WITH STYLE.

rodeo-active submitted

SUBMIT

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Another example of how I react to whenever I see "you're" and "your" mixed up. 

The people of Facebook are the biggest offenders.

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I was regretting taking the slow way home, but immediately stopped regretting it the moment that I saw seven deer stroll across Harrison. One of which was smaller than all the rest. I stopped my car and looked at them and they all looked back at me.

I wonder what they thought of me.

This is one of the best possible ways to end Valentine's Day and begin Cheap Candy Day.