#28 November 2024

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Dan and Phil meeting a fan in Las Vegas!

28 November 2024

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Thanksgiving

Turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie! A time to be around the ones you love, give thanks, and celebrate the blessings in our lives.

Beloved in the United States, Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated typically on the fourth Thursday of November. It’s a time to reflect on the year, be thankful, and celebrate with friends and family by enjoying a delicious meal together.

History of Thanksgiving

The origins of Thanksgiving can be traced back to the 1620s, when a group of English settlers, known as the Pilgrims, arrived in what is now Massachusetts. After a harsh winter, the Pilgrims were able to harvest a bountiful crop thanks to the help of the Wampanoag Native Americans. In gratitude, the Pilgrims held a feast to give thanks for their survival and the abundance of food. This event is often considered the first Thanksgiving in America.

Over the centuries, Thanksgiving evolved into a national holiday, officially recognized by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863 as a day of national thanksgiving and praise. In 1939, President Franklin D. Roosevelt moved the holiday to the fourth Thursday of November, where it remains today. Thanksgiving has become a time to contemplate the blessings in our lives, be thankful for the bounty of food and the love of family and friends.

Thanksgiving Timeline

1621

The first Thanksgiving

The Pilgrims, a group of English settlers, hold a feast to give thanks for their survival and the abundance of food. They invite the Wampanoag Native Americans to join in the feast, which includes wild fowl, venison, and fish.

1863

Thanksgiving officially recognized

President Abraham Lincoln officially recognizes Thanksgiving as a national holiday by issuing a Proclamation of Thanksgiving, setting aside the last Thursday of November as a day of national thanksgiving and praise.

1939

Thanksgiving moved to fourth Thursday

President Franklin D. Roosevelt moves Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday of November by issuing a Thanksgiving Proclamation, to extend the holiday shopping period and stimulate the economy.

1924

First Thanksgiving Day Parade

Organized by Gimbels Department Store, the first Thanksgiving Day Parade is held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The parade features floats, bands, and live animals, and it becomes an annual tradition.

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the U.S. It is a time to gather with family and friends, be thankful for all of the good things, and enjoy Thanksgiving, so here are a few ways to celebrate:

Host a Thanksgiving Dinner

One of the most popular ways to celebrate Thanksgiving is by hosting a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. This includes inviting friends and family to gather around the table for a delicious feast of turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. Add some of your own family’s traditional dishes to make it more personal. Don’t forget to set the table with autumn decorations to add a festive touch to the occasion.

Volunteer at a Local Shelter

Thanksgiving is a time to give back to our communities. Many shelters and food banks need volunteers to help serve meals to those in need on Thanksgiving Day, which is a wonderful way to make a difference in your community and to show gratitude for what we have by helping others. You can also donate non-perishable food items and clothing to the shelter in advance of Thanksgiving day.

Start a New Tradition

Thanksgiving is a time to create new memories with loved ones. Start a new tradition, such as a family football game or a pie-making competition.

This is a great way to bond with loved ones, and it will also make Thanksgiving more fun and memorable. You can also make Thanksgiving a day of service by participating in a community clean-up or by visiting a local nursing home to bring cheer to the residents.

Reflect on the Year

Take time to look back on the past year and all the things you are thankful for. This can be done by writing in a gratitude journal, by sharing with friends and family, or by joining a community gratitude event. Reflecting on the year can help us appreciate the good things in our lives and be more mindful of the present moment, and it also helps to set the tone for the upcoming holiday season.

Thanksgiving FAQs

What is Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated in the United States, on the fourth Thursday of November. It is a time to reflect on the year, and gather with loved ones to enjoy dinner together.

When is Thanksgiving celebrated?

Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States.

Who celebrates Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is celebrated by people in the United States.

How is Thanksgiving traditionally celebrated?

Thanksgiving is traditionally celebrated with a traditional meal of turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, with family and friends.

When did Thanksgiving become a national holiday?

Thanksgiving officially became a national holiday in 1863 when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a day of national thanksgiving and praise.

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Cellbit: Are you enjoying it? Are you liking it?

Etoiles: It looks like you– Like um– The enigma you did like, in all your Minecraft stuff? It's kinda the same, but it seems like you a bit sick in the head, because–

Cellbit: [Cracks up]

Etoiles: [Laughs] There's– bro, the first enigma– the first enigma is bullsht!

Cellbit: Oh! You mean the menu? The menu puzzle.

Etoiles: Yeah, the menu. Bro, I was so tilted on the first one! [Laughs] I was so tilted! I was like "OK?! Four years of development to put- to put the blood on it?!" 🙄

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Cellbit: Oh! You know, it is- it is kinda hard, but not that hard. You're a smart guy, you get it.

Etoiles: Ehh, we will see. 😑

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Cellbit: Hi!

Etoiles: [He jumps] WHOA!

Cellbit: I think you're muted.

Etoiles: O-oh! You scared- you scared me! [Laughs with Cellbit]

Cellbit: I'm sorry! Do you need help?

Etoiles: Bro, there's a problem, like– Excuse me, but��� I'm playing a game, I don't know if you know, it's like, "Enigma of Fear."

Cellbit: Ok, ok, yeah, I heard it came out.

Etoiles: Ok, yeah, and I'm opening something, and when I'm opening the thing, it's not working! Look, look, look, if–

Cellbit: Oh yeah! It's like a crumpled paper, right?

Etoiles: IT'S WORKING NOW! [Laughs] Ok, ok– I just need to reset-

Cellbit: Yes. Yeah, I fixed it live.

Etoiles: Ok, you fixed it? Ok ok ok, thank you, man.

Cellbit: [Laughs]

Etoiles: Thank you, thank you, I just need to... to go out, and to go in. Ok, um– It's beautiful, for now. It's a pretty cool experience!

Cellbit: Are you enjoying it? Are you liking it?

Etoiles: It looks like you– Like um–

Cellbit: Aww...

Etoiles: The enigma you did like, in all your Minecraft stuff? We look like–

Cellbit: Yeah.

Etoiles: It's kinda the same, but it seems like you a bit sick in the head, because–

Cellbit: [Cracks up]

Etoiles: [Laughs] There's– bro, the first enigma– the first enigma is bullsht!

Cellbit: Did you– yeah, I see you haven't solved the whole thing yet, right?

Etoiles: No no no, I- I- I'm in front of the 4a, thing.

Cellbit: Oh! You mean the menu? The menu puzzle.

Etoiles: Yeah, the menu.

Cellbit: Oh, alright, yeah. I just got to your stream, I'm watching with subtitles on.

Etoiles: Bro, I was so tilted on the first one! [Laughs]

Cellbit: [Laughs]

Etoiles: I was so tilted! I was like "OK?! Four years of development to put- to put the blood on it?!" No... It seems– the enigma with the 4pm thing on the alarm seems to be problematic.

Cellbit: Oh wha- why problematic?

Etoiles: Yea- no– It seems to be hard.

Cellbit: Oh! You know, it is- it is kinda hard, but not that hard. You're a smart guy, you get it.

Etoiles: Ehh, we will see. Thank you so much for the insights, I will–

Cellbit: Yeah, if you need any hints, just call me again.

Etoiles: I will call you bro, you're amazing. See you.

Cellbit: Bye bro!

After this, Etoiles says something along the lines of "This is a bit of a flex when you feel like asking a question about a game you can call the dev." Please let me know if there's a better way to translate this; I don't speak French so I'm solely relying on subtitles here.

[the-fandom-vent]

Sure. And Spock makes the same eye contact with Uhura directly after this, as he walks past her. But no-one thinks about her, do they?

there’s a scene in stid during which jim and spock stand so still while looking into each other’s eyes for thirty seconds that I can’t make it into a gif because it would look like a screencap. the only way you can tell it’s not is uhura blinking in the background

[card-of-the-day]

Today's Card Is: Mild Turkey

[sunshineandlyrics]

10 years difference! 2014 / 2024

(credit @ sparkleslouist)

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Still dead

[ms-m-astrologer]

The Week Ahead: October 28 - November 3, 2024

Lunar Phases

Monday, October 28, 09:00 UT - Balsamic Moon, 20°25’ Virgo

The key phrases for the Balsamic lunar phase are “let go of the past,” and “envision the future.” A great time to rest up, take your vitamins, eat healthy food, and hydrate - the whole Virgo agenda!

Friday, November 1, 12:47 UT - New Moon, 9°35’ Scorpio

The key phrase for the New lunar phase is “set a new intention for the month” - nothing drastic, just some good habit we think we can establish in one month’s time. Doing whatever it takes for us to remain calm, focused, and conscientious, is m suggestion. Lots of hype out there. Ignore it as best you can.

Void of Course Moon

Tuesday, October 29, 03:54 UT (Virgo) - 04:30 UT (Libra)

Thursday, October 31, 16:57 UT (Libra) - 17:29 UT (Scorpio)

Sunday, November 3, 04:51 UT (Scorpio) - 05:19 UT (Sagittarius)

Retrograde/Direct/Etc.

Pre-retrograde shadow: Mars/Cancer-Leo

Retrograde: Jupiter/Gemini, Saturn/Pisces, Chiron/Aries, Uranus/Taurus, Neptune/Pisces, Eris/Aries

Post-retrograde shadow: Ceres/Capricorn

Ingresses

Saturday, November 2 - transiting Mercury enters Sagittarius

It spends a few days here before entering its pre-retrograde shadow next week, on November 7. We’ll probably get a terrific new idea to take into the retrograde zone.

Sunday, November 3 - transiting Juno enters Scorpio

Sexy! ‘Til death do us part! Transformative relationship work! This is also (like Mercury) leading up to Juno entering her pre-retrograde shadow on December 22.

Monday, November 4 - transiting Mars enters Leo

A “mulligan,” do-over ingress - because Mars stations retrograde on December 6, at 6°10’ Leo, and returns to Cancer on January 6.

Et Cetera

There is one Opportunity Period this week: Monday, October 28, 23:31 UT - Tuesday, October 29, 03:54 UT. “Excellent for cleaning up and getting organized during the Last Quarter Moon.”

If you live in the US, stupid fucking Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 3, at 2:00 am local time.

Currently fighting off my latest cold (occupational hazard: I work in a school), and I apologize for this brevity! Thought it was better to get something posted.

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[dpdailyupdate]

More of Dan and Phil meeting a fan in Las Vegas!

28 November 2024

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NICOLA COUGHLAN

Nicola with friends and Jake Dunn and another photo with a fan yesterday at Charli XCX concert (November 28)

[duadaily]

November 28, 2024

[atreyu-art]

Made some fanart for a fic I'm reading! If you read and liked The Diabled Tyrant's Beloved Pet Fish then I highly recommend OriAfterDark's A Fish For Your Thoughts

This scene from chapter 10 was very sweet

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[ojiropanelotd]

Day 221! hes got his game face on... Chapter: 202

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