#Sehome

[hyperfixatingongaylegos]

I NEED someone to turn this into a trend of something bcs this is such a fucking funny photo for no reason 😭

[sehomes]

[halljavalge]

Source: sehomes

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[city-flag-tournament]

✯ Round 1 ✯ Match 82 ✯

The current flag of Almatı, Qazaqstan

Propaganda:

The symbolism is well-thought out! The snow leopard, the national animal of Qazaqstan, is holding in its mouth a branch with eight apple blossoms, which represent the eight districts of the city of Almatı. The apple blossoms are also related to the fact that Almatı is the homeland of apples, and its name may stem from almataw, apple mountain, or almalı, full of apples. In the background is a snowy peak of the Alataw Mountains, which looms over the city. The background of the whole coat of arms is blue, the colour of the flag of the Republic of Qazaqstan. The circle is framed by decorative linear ribbons and nests of uyk (piece of wood holding kerege, the skeleton of a yurt, and şañıraq, the top of the yurt) with elements of the şañıraq. On the golden background in red is the Qazaq national ornament qoşqar müyiz, a symbol of prosperity, which is also featured on the national flag.

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The current flag of Bellingham, Washington, United States

Propaganda:

The city flag of Bellingham has 4 horizontal stripes to represent the 4 cities that came together to form Bellingham - old Bellingham, sehome, fair haven, and north whatcom!

Tournament Policies: ✯ Choose the flag that's more meaningful to you! ✯ Be respectful of place names and cultural symbols in your commentary! ✯ If you want to submit propaganda, you may do so at the submission form linked in the pinned post. It will only be included if it is submitted before the next post with that flag is drafted and will be included in all subsequent posts the flag is featured in.

[fenmere]

Oh, shit.

We may have just figured out how tp get recent memories of our inworld from different system members.

We just called @jenikri forward with the mental question, "What were you just dreaming about? What was it like from your persoective?"

And she came forward with a vision of walking through the Sehome Arboretum up in Bellingham, Washington, where we spent a lot of time walking around with our family as a child. But she was alone and thinking about the rest of us.

It was just a glimpse, and it definitely had more of the feel of a dream than a memory of something from the outworld. The quality of the light, atmosphere, and scenery was more movie-like.

So. We've gotta practice this and see what we get.

[certainmovement]

Two male Hairy Woodpeckers photographed on Sehome Hill.

[meatpuppit]

theres 35 old white people on the lawn next door saging a new “welcome to the historic sehome neighborhood” sign. 

[garamterang]

PERINTAH UNTUK MEMBERI PERSEMBAHAN KHUSUS

Renungan Jumat, 20 September 2024 Nas: Yehezkiel 45:13-25

Inilah persembahan khusus yang kamu harus persembahkan: seperenam efa dari sehomer gandum dan seperenam efa dari sehomer jelai. . . Beginilah firman Tuhan ALLAH: "Pada bulan yang pertama, pada tanggal satu bulan itu ambillah seekor lembu jantan muda yang tidak bercela dan sucikanlah tempat kudus itu - Yehezkiel 45:13, 18

Dalam Yehezkiel 45:18, Allah memberikan instruksi kepada bangsa Israel mengenai persembahan khusus, termasuk perintah untuk menyucikan Bait Allah melalui korban penghapus dosa pada awal tahun. Ini adalah bagian dari sistem persembahan dalam Hukum Musa yang mengatur ibadah Israel di bawah Perjanjian Lama.

Namun, dengan datangnya Kristus dan Perjanjian Baru, banyak dari praktik persembahan yang terikat pada Hukum Musa dianggap telah digenapi di dalam Yesus. Surat Ibrani 10:1-18 menjelaskan bahwa korban dan persembahan dalam Perjanjian Lama adalah bayangan dari korban Kristus yang sempurna. Pengorbanan-Nya di kayu salib menjadi penggenapan dan penyempurnaan dari sistem persembahan tersebut, sehingga korban-korban yang diatur oleh Hukum Musa tidak lagi diperlukan bagi umat Kristen.

Jadi, relevansi persembahan seperti yang disebutkan dalam Yehezkiel 45:18 bagi gereja masa kini harus dipahami dalam konteks Perjanjian Baru. Gereja tidak lagi diwajibkan mengikuti aturan-aturan persembahan khusus seperti yang diberikan kepada Israel, karena karya Kristus telah menggenapi hukum itu.

Refleksi: Namun, prinsip memberi persembahan masih relevan dalam pengertian bahwa umat Kristen tetap didorong untuk memberi persembahan kepada Tuhan, bukan sebagai penghapus dosa, tetapi sebagai ungkapan syukur, kasih, dan partisipasi dalam pelayanan gereja (2 Kor. 9:7). Persembahan di era gereja masa kini lebih terkait dengan hati yang berserah kepada Tuhan dan partisipasi dalam misi Kristus di dunia. (TWP)

[sehomes]

[soaplake-resort]

5 Free Things to Do in Washington State in 2024

We all like to have fun. However, most of us are thrifty and aren’t willing to part with our hard-earned cash.

So what do you do when you want to take your significant other on a date, but don’t have the funds for an expensive meal? What about when you want to take the kids out of the house to do something fun, but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars doing it? Where do you go when you want to take a self-care day, but can’t afford the abhorrent fees of a spa?

These are all questions people ask all the time, and rightfully so. But what if I told you there are tons of fun free things to do in Washington state?

That’s right! You don’t have to spend a dime on any of these five events!

Check Out These Free Things To Do In Washington State This Year!

Soak In World-Renowned Mineral Water

Soap Lake is one of the most unique bodies of water in the world. The water has twenty-three minerals naturally found in the lake, which is the highest mineral-count in the world!

What does this mean?

The water and mud in the lake have tons of health benefits. For example, it can improve circulation, soothe skin discomfort, heal bacterial and fungal infections, and give your skin a healthy glow.

Some visitors choose to slather the lake mud on their skin, which acts as a natural mud bath. With the mineral water and mud to soak in, it’s like having a free spa day!

In fact, the town of Soap Lake has incredible hiking spots, bird watching areas, and a scenic byway to drive down.

Go On A Hike Or Visit A Park

While national parks require a fee to enter the park, many beautiful hiking spots in Washington that are free.

For instance, Hawk Creek Trail and Hoodoo Canyon Trail are beautiful, water-front hikes that aren’t too strenuous or difficult.

If you happen to find yourself in Grant County, which is only twenty-five miles from Soap Lake, be sure to explore the Blue Lake Rhino Cave, which was formed by a 15 million-year-old rhinoceros! You can explore the oddly-shaped cave for free.

In addition to hikes, you can also go to a park. For example, Seattle’s Washington Park Arboretum, Lakewood’s Fort Steilacoom Park, and Bellingham’s Sehome Hill Arboretum are favorites of locals.

Take A Trip To The Ocean

There are some incredibly unique beaches in Washington to check out!

For instance, Glass Beach is a great place to find beach glass and other cool rocks. Then, you can take your findings home and make free jewelry or household decorations out of the beautiful glass and rocks. Additionally, near Glass Beach is a quaint Victorian-styled town to walk around.

Tree Root Cave is another unique beach, with a large tree making up the roof of an ocean cave. Some picturesque beaches with historical significance include Waikiki Beach and Cape Flattery. Lastly, Seattle’s Waterfront is a fun urban area to walk around.

Additionally, there are many dog-friendly beaches in Washington to bring your furry friend along.

Visit A Museum

Believe it or not, but some museums are free! For example, the Frye Art Museum has free parking, admissions, and tours!

However, most museums have an entrance fee. But there’s good news! Most museums have a free day once a month. Here is a list of free admission days of some of the most popular museums in Washington state:

Seattle Art Museum: free admission for everyone on the first Thursday of every month. On the first Friday of every month, seniors are free.

The Museum of Flight: free admission on the first Thursday of each month from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

The Museum of Glass: free admission on the third Thursday of each month from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Washington State History Museum: free admission on the third Thursday from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

If there is a museum near you that you would like to visit for free, check their website, or give them a call to find out which day of the month they have free admission.

Enjoy A Local Art Walk

Art walks take place all over Seattle, from little towns to Seattle’s big city. These events are free of charge and offer art-lovers a chance to see local talent.

For instance, Pioneer Square in Seattle hosts an art walk on the first Thursday of every month with free parking from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm. On the second Friday of each month, Belltown hosts a lovely art walk to promote local businesses, celebrate art, and connect with the community. Tons of free art walks happen throughout Seattle and surrounding areas, so be sure to find out if there are any near you!

Plan A Trip!

There are tons of free things to do in Washington state that can be fun and exciting for anyone! So what are you waiting for? Plan an outing for you and your significant other, get the kids out of the house for a budget-safe day or plan a mini-vacation around some of these locations.

In fact, Soap Lake Natural Spa and Resort sits right on the beach of the natural Soap Lake spa. Not only do you get to enjoy the beach and have a spa day, but you can also explore nearby caves and partake in adventurous hiking trips for all skill levels.

That’s right! A relaxing vacation with tons of free things to do is just a click away. Book your stay today at Soap Lake Resort to get started or contact Resort Hotel and Spa in Washington State for more information!

[halljavalge]

Source: sehomes

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[city-flag-tournament]

✯ Round 2 ✯ Match 45 ✯

The current flag of María Grande, Entre Ríos Province, Argentina

Propaganda:

None

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The current flag of Bellingham, Washington, United States

Propaganda:

The city flag of Bellingham has 4 horizontal stripes to represent the 4 cities that came together to form Bellingham - old Bellingham, sehome, fair haven, and north whatcom!

Tournament Policies: ✯ Choose the flag that's more meaningful to you! ✯ Be respectful of place names and cultural symbols in your commentary! ✯ If you want to submit propaganda, you may do so at the submission form linked in the pinned post. It will only be included if it is submitted before the next post with that flag is drafted and will be included in all subsequent posts the flag is featured in.

[tontastik13]

And So We Begin...

Tomorrow morning Fynn and I will be driving 5 hours to Portland OR to test drive and hopefully drive home the Chevy city express of my dreams. It started with me perusing Carfax one night and the next day a dealership calling, waking me up. I decided then and there to take that call and go through with getting the van if that's how the universe wanted it to play out. And here we are within the same week, going to get that van tomorrow. It makes everything feel so much more real. I keep running through future scenarios and my brain is tired from the laps. All I can do is take it day by day. And hope for the best along the way.

We've explored a few new areas in the last week or so. Whatcom Falls, Sehome Arboretum, and of course Birch Bay is always a fall back. We've seen some falls, some forests, some bridges. We've smelled rain, ocean spray, and crisp morning air. Things are good. Things are going well. And I think I'm pretty happy about it.