#conceptions regarding organ donation

[blueikeproductions]

How a Transformer Transforms was never really nailed down before, but TFONE reintroduces a semi obscure concept in that Transformation is controlled by a Cog, and without it, one can’t Transform.

How a Transformer changes form in older material was never really clear, and frankly the cartoon writers didn’t particularly care. They’re space robots that turn into cars, animals and objects, how much more complicated can you make it?

Most instances regarding how a robot Transforms in the 80’s cartoon referred to loose ideas about special circuits, or quirky by products of Transformation such as “Dinosaur Transform Static” unique to dinosaur type Transformers, but otherwise nothing too specific. The cartoon would later on make a point that the Autobots’ ancestors invented Transforming as a stealth tactic during one of the various prehistoric wars prior to Megatron’s time, though there was no mention of specific inventions to do so.

Cogs were brought up as a plot device post movie, … but there was a catch. The original T-Cogs were limited to Metroplex and Trypticon, special gizmos that allowed THEM to Transform to Robot Mode, with a few episodes devoted to both factions stealing the other MetroTitan’s Cog to get a leg up in a fight. Unicron also required the Cog of one of the giants to facilitate his recreation, implying he too needed one to Transform. The cartoon seems to suggest the Cogs were unique to the giant Transformers, but that the Cogs weren’t entirely cross compatible, leaving Metroplex and Trypticon stuck in half way modes if they used each other’s.

Action Masters famously robbed Transformers of the ability to change, as the miracle fuel Nucleon changed their “Figure Alteration Systems” into “Energy Storage Reactors”. No mention of Cogs yet again, but retroactively it could mean a Cog is mutated by Nucleon into a tank to store Nucleon.

How Transforming was controlled was revisited in Beast Wars, where Maximals and Predacons used onboard computers to automate the process. Beast Machines would return to the idea of Transforming being a process that is learned, with the now Techno-Organic Maximals devoid of onboard computers needed to find a meditation still point to convert from Beast to Robot.

Presumably, thinking of it retroactively again, techno organic Maximals have no Cogs, while Vehicons likely still do. They’re shown to still have onboard computers anyway. Coincidentally, earlier Japanese media would also mirror Beast Machines, where young Transformers that migrated to Planet Master hadn’t learned to Transform yet, and through rigorous training and technological advancement, learned and evolved a new way to Transform in Headmaster technology to adapt to Master’s harsh terrain.

Indeed most media was content to ignore Cogs being a component, as the older stuff never really used it anyway on regular Transformers. James Roberts’ Proto-MTMTE fan fiction would introduce a separate concept called a “Morph Core”, a cluster of nerves connected to the brain module that controlled Transforming, and while the IDW comics would recycle the name, it still referred to the Cog in the end. It wasn’t until Aligned that concepts started getting streamlined, with the idea of a Cog controlling conversion being revisited there.

Today, via Aligned, all Transformers require Cogs to change form. As part of an initiative to make Transformers into more obvious living organism like us, rather than just space robots, the Cog is … somewhat confusingly referred to as a biological organ rather than a piece of machinery. How that differs from other body parts that are implied to be mechanical in nature anyway I have no idea, but the point is the Cogs are treated as special, they control Transformation and the ability to Scan new Vehicle or Beast Modes, and can’t simply be rebuilt from scratch if lost or damaged. If a Transformer looses one, another Transformer has to donate theirs like a human would donate a kidney to another. TFP would famously depict this where Bumblebee and Starscream would loose their Cogs as part of a scheme by the human terrorist organization MECH, who required a Cog to build their own Transformer. T-Cogs, as a biological component, mean that all Transformers’ genetic code constrains the schematics for a T-Cog, as Starscream would learn when his Clones all could still Transform when he couldn’t. Starscream would later harvest a Cog from a dead Clone to replace his own, though with how often Megatron bragged about Decepticon science, I imagine they had the power to build a functional Cog from scratch anyway.

MTMTE era IDW would have their own spin on the matter, where Cogs had a religious and political bent, being connected to religious figures in Amalgamous Prime and Adaptus, but also many Action Master type TFs, now “Monoformers” would reject their Cogs for political reasons due to Functionism. A one off Decepticon was so repulsed by Transforming, he was whittled down into a base form lacking kibble, and made other Transformers wear mode locks so they wouldn’t compulsively Transform in front of him.

As an aside, there’s moments like this that makes me wonder if Roberts genuinely hated Transforming. So much lore centered around how intrinsic Transforming is to Cybertron culturally, and yet hardly anyone Transformed on his stories that it was routinely used as a running gag… You can’t tell me that’s not a little unusual for a Transformer fan.

RBA would also introduce an off shoot of the Cog, a Mul-T-Cog that allows the wearer to assume three Vehicle Modes, but not all at once, as the user needed to make a wise choice on which form to use on a mission. Japanese media also has the “Super Transform Cog”, but as of writing, we don’t know exactly what that is.

TFONE would mostly go back to the mechanical nature of the Cogs, no real mention of biology, but retain that all Transformers have them upon activation. The Miner class had theirs removed before becoming online, creating a simple to understand Cogless vs Cog social structure where those who can’t Transform not having many rights or job opportunities under Sentinel, mirroring IDW and obscure Aligned concepts.

Also kind of ironically mirroring IDW, Sentinel, despite The Fallen’s Cog, never actually Transforms into Vehicle Mode, going back to that clunky idea of Transforming being intrinsic but having some who don’t even try.

Orion, Elita, D-16, and B-127 all got Cogs of Primes, donated by Alpha Trion from Prima, Alchemist, Onyx and Micronus, and later on Megatronus, with Cogs being restored to the Miners by Optimus. Where these Cogs come from isn’t clear, though my assumption is Sentinel kept the Cogs of the Miners in storage for some reason, and they came out of storage to their rightful owners once the Matrix was restored. There’s a popular theory the four having ancient Prime Cogs might give them special powers, though nothing has been officially stated. It’s said in TFONE in particular that the Cogs unlock the built in potential of a Transformer, which we see with how Optimus and Megatron evolve as they gained their Vehicle Modes, though at the same time, upon getting Megatronus’ Cog, Megatron does appear to evolve further, so it’s a bit unclear if this is his genetic potential or if Megatronus Prime’s influence took over. Optimus similarly only displays certain attributes like his Axe when he gets Zeta’s Matrix, so we’ll have to wait and see if this gets played up at all in story or in toy form. I still say a better Mini-Con like version of the Prime Master gimmick would be cool for a further TFONE toy line. Like an Onyx Prime Cog that unlocks a Dragon Cannon on Megatron’s arm for example or Optimus sprouting Prima’s sword when Prima Prime’s Cog is plugged in. Admittedly I’m kinda surprised Action Masters haven’t been revived through the Cogless in toys, like having a drill accessory that becomes a dinosaur buddy for Orion or a jet pack that becomes Laserbeak for D-16. Hint, hint, Hasbro.

There are complaints off and on how relying on a single Cog for Transforming is limiting and kinda stupid, but Transformers is inherently nothing but dumb fun so it still kinda works! They’re still robots at the end of the day so having a gizmo that directly controls it makes sense. It’s just funny to me that it took largely until recently to come up with that based on an obscure plot device from the cartoon for Metroplex.

[tarotofhope]

Feedback:

OMG i’m always impressed by the length of your readings. The process was easy and quick this time as well. And I was actually more impatient this time because of how much I liked the previous ones. But I tried to not send a text asking for an update cuz I know I can trust you and omg they’re here within 5 days! 

I love how detailed and beautiful the reading is and also appreciate the inclusion of  clear images of the cards drawn. I really appreciate the extra effort to search up and download the images for more clarity. It’s so organized, pretty and easy to read.

Okay, so honestly, I have never been able to fully digest strength and weakness readings (PACs) and I think I feel the same this time. It’s really hard for me to accept the positive traits than the negative ones. And therefore I tend to not accept or agree with what’s written. Mostly cuz I can’t list those myself. If you ask me, I’ll be like “I have none”. So, it’s difficult actually. And I was curious about this cuz your readings do resonate with me. So its gonna be hard to say if it’s me being an a** to myself or if it’s just the messages not resonating. It’s mostly the first reason actually. 

What resonated:

I definitely give intimidating or ‘not friendly’ vibes. 

I like exploring different cultures.

I tend to not like small talk. Even as a child, I didn’t.

I like to think deep and I think I am pretty honest most of the time. 

The page of cups part is accurate 😅

I’m picky with people and if I don’t think I will go well with a person, I tend to not put effort into being friends with them actually. So I have very few friends and an awkward social life.

I do infact strive for perfection and am hard to satisfy.

Waiting for things to happen by themselves 😅😅

I tend to trust easily and then lose it cuz i trusted easily and so now i am a bit worried 😂

Guilt card- YES

What I found tricky:

I don’t know if I have great intuition.

Am I really that helpful?? 😅😅I think i’m pretty selfish.

I am too broke to think of charity and donations but I do see myself spending a lot for it if I had the money. 

My real family do mean a lot to me but I’m quite ambiguous with my own family due to several reasons but I like a different concept of a family that I’ve imagined. 

Leadership and giving advice … i am not sure. I haven’t really done that. I did once and it was messy tbh. I get this a lot tho. It’s just hard to accept. I don’t think I speak well. 

People (not strangers and not my family but my classmates or friends maybe) do tend to consider me as saying something profound or thoughtful even if its just random. I really don’t understand it tho. 

I don’t think I have a dream or vision actually. I wish I did.

Yeah.. I tend to not be open about something I dislike etc. And it does affect rships.

Don’t know if I am that crazy about reputation and power? But can’t say I am not. More like I crave acknowledgement and for a day when I get acknowledged by others whom I respect and ALSO to actually accept that myself. 

I definitely liked the advice part better than I did last time. I don’t know how to explain it, but it felt motivating in a way that wasn’t sugar coated. Like it made me want to work hard because I can now believe that something good is out there but not because its gonna be easy. So thats good!

I don’t think that a reading should be full of messages that you already know of. So it’s a bit tricky to say. Overall, I think it was a lovely reading and I can’t say how much I appreciate your effort and time. But I think the shadow reading is still my fav. It just can’t be topped 😂❤️ I really don't have any suggestions this time cuz it's more on me. I just don't know what can be done to help accept the positives better than to work on myself and then see it.

~~~~ Daisy

Heyy..Thanks a lot dear, for your genuine feedback..❤🙏🏻😃

See dear, if you find it difficult to list out your positive traits, you can take the help of a close loved one in regards to the reading. They might help you out. It's good to know that you accept your shadow traits easily and you might or might not be working on them but it's also necessary that you be totally aware of your positive traits as well. It's very upsettiing to know that you're accepting that you do not have any positive traits, that when asked you'll say, 'I have none.' It's really sad. So, it's subjective, you see. Some people overestimate themselves and only count their good qualities while some people underestimate themselves and only focus on their negative qualities. Both of these habits are not good for mental health and for the overall personal growth of a person. Please do work on that. As for the reading, even I can't say, I'm not getting exactly(with your feedback) whether you're not resonating or just confused/unaware of your positive qualities.

Thank you so much for taking your time to write your feedback, it really means a lot to me and helps me grow..❣❤🙏🏻🌼🌻

Love, light, peace and hope to you..💐🌼🌻🌷

[sixty-silver-wishes]

okay, see this? this is what we are NOT going to do.

1. anti-zionism does not mean anti-semitism. you can oppose the actions of the israeli government and its supporters while still supporting jewish people. you can oppose the genocide of palestinians while also opposing bigotry and calls for genocides of jewish people. imperialism is bad, bigotry is bad, genocide is bad. anyone who perpetrates these concepts, regardless of demographics, should be held accountable. however, blaming every jewish person for these concepts because they’re jewish is antisemitic.

2. supporting palestine does not, and should never mean, anti-semitism. it does not mean calling for genocide in response to genocide.

3. while opposing the israeli govt’s actions and the genocide of palestinians, we also need to be aware to the fact that not everyone who says they support palestine does so out of a desire for peace or anti-colonialism. there are literal, actual nazis who claim to support palestine, not because they want to see it liberated for the sake of the palestinian people, but because they hate jewish people. this is why I do not use the slogan “from the river to the sea”- while some people who use this slogan do so because they’re calling for a palestinian state where people of all religions and ethnicities can live freely, some people intend to use it as a dogwhistle calling for the genocide of israeli civilians. I know where I stand in regards to colonialism and civilian life, and I don’t want my sentiments to be misconstrued.

continue to support palestine. pressure your elected officials for a ceasefire, boycott, demonstrate, educate yourself, share credible information, donate to reputable organizations when you can. but do NOT use genocide as an excuse to justify bigotry, or try to justify bigotry at all.

[shadowmaat]

OTW concerns

I know the OTW is vital for preserving fannish things. Pretty much my life's work is hosted on AO3 and I have spent many years happily convinced that AO3 would look out for the best interests of fans and donating money to that cause when I could.

Unfortunately, doubts have begun to creep in. Last year's election debacle was it's own whole thing, but the most recent issue has to do with AI and the OTW's stance on it.

I've sent them a couple of letters now expressing my concerns and been told that it's a "complex issue" and that the Board is indeed giving it a lot of thought. They were frustrating but fair responses since I understand that it IS a complex issue and coming to a consensus can be difficult.

Time is still passing, however, with no official word on what the Organization is planning to do. No official word... except from their Legal Chair, Betsy Rosenblatt.

In the latest OTW Signal of May 2023, they shared an excerpt (and link to) an interview Betsy gave regarding the use of AI in relation to fanfic. This was done, apparently, for Fair Use/Fair Dealing Week, and Ms. Rosenblatt's opinions seem to focus more on future potential than current reality, which is troubling.

Ms. Rosenblatt believes that content scraping is good for teaching "AI" programs about modern language usage and views. The use of "AI" to generate fics seems to fall under the scope of "fair use" as far as she's concerned. Which would seem to indicate that, from Legal's standpoint, there's nothing wrong with continuing to allow bots to scrape content from AO3 and regurgitate it into new content.

It could also mean that people posting AI-generated content onto AO3 under the guise of them being legitimate works will also be allowed to continue.

I think that true artificial intelligence is a fascinating concept. I also understand that these programs need to learn somehow, but stealing stories (and art) without permission or credit is fucking reprehensible and should not be tolerated at any level. The fact that the Legal Chair for one of the most vital fan archives on the internet seems to be in favor of this is... alarming. Especially since, as far as I know, no other Board members have spoken up in opposition.

I also really dislike that Ms. Rosenblatt seems entirely concerned about what's "good" for machine learning and not at all about what's good for the human fans who are the entire reason the OTW exists.

AO3 is the backbone of fandom on the internet, but this is a bad direction for it to go, if that is indeed the way it's planning to go.

[seeingivy]

Hey i just wanted to share this with u since u have a larger audience and it can reach more people. A lot of people asked how they can help if they don’t have funds to spare. This is the most passive way to raise donations towards Palestinian aid. https://arab.org/click-to-help/palestine/

U just have to click the link once every day. I'd check @stuckinapril's account for more details🤍

hello my love 💌

thank you so much for sharing. please boost if you're seeing this. here's the link for easy access and the @/stuckinapril's post regarding the concept. for me personally, i've basically bookmarked it to the top of my chrome tabs right next to my email account (which I usually check first thing in the morning) to remember to just press the link as I go to get work done.

original post

link to website

if you are able to and feel moved to give a monetary donation, consider donating to care for gaza, a grassroots organization that aims to helped the displaced families in palestine by providing them with diapers, period products, warm clothes, and food.

here is the link to care for gaza's twitter account

[quinloki]

"I didn't say or speak on anything about Gaza for weeks because I knew Nothing, and didn't want to assume anything. It took me a long time to form a stance and then take action based on that. It's a complicated issue. (that had been going on for WAY longer than I even realized.)"

So..... what stances did you come to? Regarding Israel? Regarding Palestinians?

I almost don’t want to answer this because I feel like there’s no good answer, but I’ll be as concise as I can and honest.

Israel is a shit government, but a terrible government does not mean its citizens are all evil. Israeli people deserve life and happiness.

Hamas is a terrorist organization. The why and how of how it came to be and why it does what it does is irrelevant.

The existence of Hamas is no excuse to vilify and murder Palestinians.

I don’t care for Hamas or the Israeli government, but my life is not on the line, my family, freedom, and well-being are not jeopardized. My opinion on either does not matter.

What matters is that people like me, ordinary humans trying desperately to have ordinary lives, are irrevocably changed by both organizations. Those people deserve support, food, safety, shelter, and protection.

Palestine deserves to be free.

Israelis deserve humanity and life.

We are seven billion people doing our best to survive in a world controlled by people who are heavy with anger and greed and fear. Fear that always consumes the most innocent among us.

If I thought donating to the Red Cross would provide one person succor I would do it without hesitation or remorse. It doesn’t matter who is soothed by it. I’m not wise enough, courageous enough or powerful enough to make those choices.

I have struggled against myself and my own country to survive for 42 years. Sometimes I have to look away to maintain peace enough to even be able to help.

If that makes me a monster in the eyes of some, there’s nothing I can do about that. We’re all out here doing our best. There is no morally pure choice, person, or ideal, because absolutes and purity are impossible concepts in a real world.

I donate where I can. I do the best I can. I’m sure I’ve donated to questionable places before. Inefficient help is better than no help, if I thought I was sending a feast and someone only got a sandwich then I imagine that is better than starving.

I hope this resolves and Palestine does not become a memory as other countries have. I hope that Israeli citizens don’t have to live in fear for their lives as people retaliate against a government they can’t control.

I hope we never have to wonder what country will be the next target for annihilation as the cost of some power hungry, fear soaked troglodyte’s ambition.

That, is the best I have to offer.

[adrl-pt]

Peace and human rights are undesirable for the Russian authorities. How can Russians defend their choice?

You are watching news from the weekly rally at the Russian Embassy in Lisbon. Today is January 27, 14:30.

On January 22, it became known that the Anti-War Committee and our colleagues in Spain and France were declared undesirable in Russia. On January 25, our representative attended a meeting with Russian lawyer and human rights defender Pavel Chikov. Pavel explained that the concept of an undesirable organization is akin to "persona non grata". At the time of the meeting, the list of undesirable organizations included 128 organizations, among them: Open Russia, Transparency International, World Wildlife Fund, and the TV channel "Rain". https://ru.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_undesirable_organizations

The most dangerous part of Law No. 272-FZ is the punishment of supporters in Russia for reposts. The Russian authorities have programs that monitor the internet for keywords and links. A link to the website of an undesirable organization, its social media profile, its symbols, participation in its events, and media comments are considered as participation in its activities. For this, a fine is first issued, and for repeated participation, a criminal case is initiated.

Organizing the activities and financing of an undesirable organization, including donations, leads directly to a criminal case.

Russian authorities interact with countries such as Georgia, Turkey, Thailand. Visits to these countries, and especially to Russia, should be avoided. Remember, in addition to persecution for undesirable organizations, criminals in power in Russia have laws against spreading fake news about the army and many other ways to imprison you. The system is built on intimidation: by imprisoning one person, they intimidate thousands. Therefore, the best response to such actions is an increase in the number of people speaking out against the authorities.

Regarding property left in Russia, Dmitry Bykov said on Khodorkovsky Live: "Do you really think you can scare us by taking away our property? You've taken our Homeland from us!" https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QXn50CxbMbo

On January 24, a column by Anastasia Sergeyeva was published on the Civic Council website. She reminds of Svetlana Tikhanovskaya's victory in the Belarusian presidential elections. How her husband Sergey created an anti-corruption movement, and how after his arrest, opposition forces formed a coalition around Svetlana. It discusses the volunteer-driven election campaign that reached every home. Also, the parallel creation of a force resistance network, but its resources were not enough to protect the protesters. Anastasia notes that today Belarusians provide material and informational support to the Kalinovsky Regiment and the Belarusian Volunteer Corps. https://civiccouncil.info/podpis-za-nadezhdina-bez-sobstvennoj-armii-sovest-na-veter/

At the rally on January 21 in Lisbon, we read a statement to those gathered from the Siberian battalion. They are grateful to those who are already helping them and call on everyone to help new volunteers join the battalion. Right now, the Civic Council, together with Freedom birds for Ukraine, is raising funds for transportation expenses to transport a new group of our volunteers to Ukraine. Link in the description. https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=7F4CWC6RYGR82

Russian rock band B-2, which is against the war made by Putin's regime in Ukraine, was arrested in Thailand and they are planning to deport them to Russia. Last year, the group's leader publicly admitted that he financially supports the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to Lyova, other members of the group support him. Their stance led to the mass cancellation of B-2's concerts in Russia.

The group was arrested for violations during the organization of a concert in Phuket, and there was hope that there would be a fine. However, the court decided on deportation, and the Russian ambassador is personally involved in ensuring that those group members who have Russian passports are sent to Russia.

Help spreading the information, we need to pressurize the authorities in Thailand so that not only Sergey Lavrov is pressuring them. Don't let good people be handed over to Putin for the GULAG!

A proof on the Ukrainian news site that B-2 support Ukraine (in Russian): https://www.unian.net/lite/stars/v-rossii-isterika-iz-za-pomoshchi-bi-2-vsu-trebuyut-zapretit-vezd-v-stranu-12466509.html Their profile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SXDCIdqI1AR686ukKtKCq

[chanoyu-to-wa]

The Chanoyu Hyaku-shu [茶湯百首], Part I:  Poem 7.

〽 Kokoro-zashi fukai hito ha iku-tabi mo           aware-mi fukaku oku zo oshiuru

     [志深き人には幾度も、           哀れみ深く奧ぞ敎うる].

    “Regarding persons of goodwill¹, [we should] continually [appeal to] their sense of compassion, to instruct [us] in the deepest secrets² [of chanoyu].”

    All people are only capable of acting up to their own level of attainment.  It is important, therefore, for the beginner to be discriminating, with respect to those to whom he applies for instruction.  And once he has settled on such a person, the novice should endeavor to emulate him, committing wholeheartedly to the path, and endeavoring to absorb their most intimate and profound teachings.

    Here, once again, the present version differs slightly from the original:

〽 kokorozashi fukaki hito ni ha sen-tabi mo          awaremi fukaku nō zo oshiyuru

    [志深い人には千度も          哀れみ深く能ぞ敎ゆる].

    “Regarding persons of goodwill, a thousand times [we should appeal to] their sense of compassion, to impart [to us] a deep competence.”

    Sen-tabi mo [千度も], which is found in Katagiri Sekishū’s version of Jōō’s original verse, means “even a thousand times³.”

    Nō [なほ = 能] means “to be able (to do something successfully),” “to be skillful.” “to be competent,” “to be capable.”

    So, rather than the “deepest secrets⁴” (which, as a concept, did not really exist before the appearance of the iemoto system⁵ in the early Edo period), here the novice is urged to entreat those more-advanced practitioners of goodwill to help him advance by imparting those teachings that will help him become competent and able.

_________________________

¹This refers to someone who, being knowledgeable, is kind and generous with their knowledge, offering it freely to the beginner without reservation (and without thoughts of remuneration).  While it could refer to a teacher, the implication can be taken that this is simply a fellow practitioner -- albeit someone with a more advanced level of training.

²Fukaku-oku zo [深く奧ぞ]:  fukaku-oku [深く奧] literally means the deeper recesses (of the teachings), hence deep secrets*; the particle zo [ぞ], in this particular kind of construction, while it also adds emphasis (underscores the importance of), also renders the expression “deep secrets” unlimited -- in other words, the poem is not begging for any specific teaching or instruction; but, rather, it asks the person of goodwill to impart anything and everything that they are capable of providing, so as to further the beginner’s development.

³Which is to say, countless times (a thousand being impossible to count at a glance).

⁴This phrase is probably alluding to the so-called oku-den [奧傳], the deepest stratum of a school’s most secret teachings.

⁵This system mimics the organization of the central government (the bakufu [幕府]) of the Edo period.  

    While it was possible to complete Rikyū’s course of study in a matter of a month or two, this system demanded a lifetime’s commitment, with the deeper teachings doled out little by little over that span of time, culminating (in most cases) when the disciple is physically too old to truly benefit from their disclosure.  The Buddhist system evolved to follow a similar pattern, elevating the monk to the more spiritually enlightened status (conferred by a diploma) only months before his or her death.

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[dramionediscussion]

Saw someone in the comments of a YT video say "Separating the art from the artist only works if you're not giving them money" in regards to JKR and I think that is true. It also is how I view it okay to consume HP fanfiction. I will never give her any more $$ but I love this fandom so much.

I agree!

You can enjoy the movies that you already bought on DVD since she really didn't have anything to do with the making of the films, she just came up with the books that another person adapted.

You can re-read the books, even though JKR is basically contradicting all her wholesome Dumbledore quotes since you already own them.

You can still display your merch, you already spent money on it and again she didn't have anything to do with that, a group of artists came up with those concepts, artists came up with the house logos, the image of Dobby for the film, the look of the school, the uniforms etc.

But to now willingly spend money on new merch, or buy her new books, that is you supporting her views and you are giving her money to donate to anti-trans organizations.

BUT FANFICTION IS FREE! And all fanfiction go against canon, even the canon pairs deviate from the original work. So it's like authors are rebelling against her in a way, which is awesome! And we the readers have to support that!

-Lisa

[sudriantraveler]

can we see your Mid Sodor Heritage Railway wip?

That's a concept I've been working on for a little bit now. Unfortunately There really isn't much written story-wise for it yet, but I can explain some of the main information I've laid out for it.

After Duke's rediscovery, interest quickly grew regarding the long abandoned Mid Sodor Railway, and soon a group was organized to try to rebuilt a section of the old line from King Orry's Bridge in Peel Godred to Ulfstead Road.

I have a few ideas for the engines I plan to have run this line:

I'm using the magazine characters of Little Barford and Sidney as new-builds similar to numbers 7 and 10 on the preserved Corris Railway. Not many specific details planned out at the moment for them, but they are by far the newest engines on the railway.

Also part of the preserved MSR is the old Cas-ny-Hawin mine engine, who I have named Casny. I'm still working on her character, but I actually plan to maybe reuse/rework some ideas I mentioned in an older post here.

As for how Casny survived, currently the story is she was sold off by the old MSR and was passed around a few mines and industries before being acquired by a private owner who had planned to restore her themselves, but when they were unable to complete this project they donated her to the new MSR heritage railway. She is the only engine owned by the heritage railway who actually worked on the old MSR previously.

Next up are the lines two diesel engines, and they're who I have the most planned out for at the moment. They were the first two engines for the new heritage railway, and were the main engines who helped to rebuild the old line.

First of the two diesels is Cecil, based on the planet type narrow gauge diesel shunters like the one seen below.

Cecil is actually who I have the most written for, so brace yourself for a long backstory:

They were built at some point during WW2 for the Peel Godred Aluminium Works, where a few years later they meet Stuart and Falcon after the MSR closes and they were bought by the aluminium company.

Cecil is kinda reserved, keeps to themselves, doesn't actually have a name at this point, and so more just works in the background.

Stuart and Falcon are aware of them, but don't really know them other than that they help out with moving wagons around.

And then the Aluminium work's expansion project (which is what Stuart and Falcon were purchased to help out with) is completed... 

And while Cecil is to be kept on, Stuart and Falcon are actually at risk of being scrapped. 

Now, Cecil doesn't really know them all that well, but they don't want them to be killed... So they, their driver, and a few of the friendlier workers conspire to hide Stuart and Falcon out of view in a back corner of the works.

They then hear word that the Skarloey Railway might be looking for some more engines... So they send out a letter saying they know where to find some.

So anyway, after a bit of confusion for the aluminum work's higher-ups, who after a brief period had kinda forgotten they even had two steam engines somewhere on the property, Stuart and Falcon are bought by the Skarloey, get renamed Sir Handel and Peter Sam, and we know their story from there.

Cecil meanwhile, stays working for the aluminium company for several more years

Having done their good deed, they continues to work alone at the aluminium works... but over time they begin to wear out...

and now they're probably going to be replaced sometime soon...

Around this time the MSR heritage railway project begins building up momentum.

Good news for the diesel, the new railway needs engines...

Bad news, no one knows there is one right under their noses at the aluminium works.

So the new company asks around to see if there is anywhere they might be able to buy an engine from... and eventually they ask the Skarloey Railway if they know of anywhere they could look.

Duke, Peter Sam, and Sir Handel are all keen to help this movement to restore part of their old railway. Duke has however been buried in a shed for a lot of the last several years and so is not really able to come up with anything...

But Peter Sam and Sir Handel think long and hard, and remember that "wait a minute... wasn't there a diesel who used to work with us at the aluminium works?" 

They don't remember much about them, and they don't know if they're still there, but they make the suggestion to the preservationists that they might want to ask the aluminium works about the engine.

They were actually just in time, because they ask the aluminium works about Cecil just a few days before they were due to be scrapped.

So Cecil is bought by the preservation group, is restored and set to work helping to rebuild part of the old MSR. This is also when they get their name.

As the first engine for the new heritage railway, everyone else kinda looks up to them, which is a bit uncomfortable for an engine who has spent the majority of their life blending into the background, but that's another story.

Finally, there is Cricket the rail tractor. She is based on the Talyllyn Railway's original number 7, seen below.

Cricket was built by the Skarloey Railway sometime after Duncan arrived on the railway in order to have another engine to help Rusty with maintenance work.

She got her name after an incident described below: One particularly hot summers day her crew left her engine cowling open to help keep her engine cool. The crew forgot to close the cowlings at the end of the day. When they returned to start work the next day they found a mass of crickets had made their way into the engine housing during the night.

Unfortunately, Cricket turned out to be Somewhat of a poor performer despite her best efforts.

As the Skarloey Railway becomes busier over time she begin to be overshadowed by the other engines and becomes discontent with her position on the Railway.

It wasn't that she was being neglected, the railway and the other engines tried to help her out and give her stuff to do, but the Skarloey Railway was really just to big for her to be of much practical help.

About a year after Duke’s arrival on the railway, Cricket heard that the then ongoing project to restore part of the Mid Sodor Railway was in need of another engine to assist their diesel Cecil.

Seeing this as an opportunity for an adventure and a chance to maybe stand out and be happier on a smaller railway, Cricket volunteers to be donated to the preservation society rebuilding part of the MSR.

She helped to rebuilt the line alongside Cecil and is indeed much happier finally having found her place in the world on a railway which is just the right size for her. She even got her own special job when the railway reintroduced on a smaller scale the MSR's old horse and cart goods service for some of the farms and other local businesses along the line.

And that's pretty much all I have at the moment. I started working on this because I think it would be neat to look at a railway preservation movement from the perspective of the engines involved.

I think it will also be interesting to explore how these engines interact with the former MSR engines now on the Skarloey railway. I'm sure Duke, Peter Sam, and Sir Handel have a lot to say about this project to restore part of their old home.

That's all for now.

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Okay, semi serious post now with more tags and pics

I've been working on a dinosaur-themed video game on and off since 10th grade (I'm about to be a college sophomore if that helps showing how long it's been). It's supposed to be like The Isle or Beasts of Bermuda, but with a lot more prehistoric creatures from all parts of Earth's history (and I'm planning on including some living fossils and recently extinct creatures such as the Dodo and Rodrigues solitaire). And because of the multi-player capabilities, I'd want the game to have boss battles with hybrids.

Here are some concept art pieces for said boss battles.

These two are colored

And these are currently just sketches

I've lately been working on a document filled with game mechanisms and creature classes to keep everything more organized. Here's the Google Doc version of it in case you want to suggest ideas or modifications!

(I'm also looking to migrate everything on Google Drive to somewhere new, so I'd appreciate suggestions on where i could go)

(Side view of Sacabambaspis)

My goal is to make a video game that, like it's predecessors and inspirations, teaches people about the world before humans in a fun and accurate way. My designs aee supposed to be as close to accurate as possible but without making boring designs.

(Side View of Liliensternus)

But also, I'll be including a couple groups of playable creatures that show how we used to think prehistoric creatures looked like and how fictional and outdated media has fundamentally changed how certain creatures are portrayed in media (you'll have to wait for a future post to go into detail about that, but here's a picture of the "Fantasy T rex" that I'll be making. It's based off the Jurassic Park and Walking with Dinosaurs Tyrannosaurus)

I've counted everything up, and it turns out even though I didn't grab every prehistoric creature discovered, I still have a bunch of work to do regarding 3d modelling, texturing, mechanic planning, rigging and everything else that comes with a game.

(Side view of Simosuchus)

I'll leave my Kofi here in case you feel like financially supporting me. And if you do, let me know with proof and I'll gladly draw something of your choice! Don't feel like you have to though, I'd appreciate any sort of suggestion regarding my game design just as much!

Thank you for listening to me talk about my project! I'll probably be back in the future with more in depth posts, including sneak peeks at DLCs and my design process for the in-game designs.

-Auper

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Megan Nails: Beauty with a Purpose – A Global Commitment to Community

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How CSR Drives Animal Welfare in India: Supporting Local Animal NGOs and the AWBI for a Better Future for Animals

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has increasingly become a central focus for businesses in India, with organizations looking for ways to give back to society. In the past decade, CSR initiatives have expanded beyond education, health, and environment to include animal welfare, creating a significant positive impact on the lives of animals in India. The need for animal protection, conservation, and ethical treatment has gained momentum, as awareness about animal welfare has risen. Through these CSR efforts, companies can support causes such as the work of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), fund local animal NGOs near me, and combat issues such as animal cruelty. This collaboration benefits not only animals but also enhances the reputation of businesses by showing their commitment to social and ethical responsibility.

The Role of CSR in Supporting Animal Welfare

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a business model that encourages companies to contribute to societal well-being, beyond profit-making activities. In India, the government has made it mandatory for certain businesses to allocate a percentage of their profits towards CSR activities. This has allowed corporations to play a vital role in driving social change, and animal welfare is a cause that has seen considerable support from the corporate sector.

The concept of animal welfare revolves around ensuring that animals are treated ethically, with due regard to their health, safety, and emotional well-being. In India, animals face various challenges, including neglect, abuse, abandonment, and exploitation. As a result, animal welfare organizations play a key role in rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing medical care to animals in need. Many of these organizations are nonprofit, relying on donations and funds to carry out their work. With the backing of CSR funding, these organizations can expand their efforts and reach more animals.

By supporting animal welfare, CSR initiatives aim to reduce instances of cruelty against animals and ensure that they are treated with the care and respect they deserve. One of the most prominent agencies dedicated to promoting animal welfare in India is the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), which operates under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying. AWBI is tasked with providing guidelines for animal protection, overseeing animal welfare programs, and offering support to various animal NGOs across the country. These efforts help to standardize the ethical treatment of animals and facilitate collaboration between the government and non-governmental organizations.

The Animal Welfare Board of India: A Key Stakeholder in Animal Welfare

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established in 1962 to oversee the implementation of laws related to animal welfare, ensuring that animals are protected from cruelty and exploitation. AWBI plays an important role in providing direction and guidance for animal welfare organizations, helping them align with national standards and guidelines.

The AWBI is also involved in monitoring Animals used for Research, ensuring that animals are not subjected to unnecessary suffering or unethical experimentation. They regulate the conditions in which research involving animals takes place, with a clear focus on minimizing harm. Furthermore, AWBI provides grants for animal welfare organizations that meet the criteria for animal protection, ensuring that these organizations can continue their valuable work.

The Animal Welfare Board of India works in tandem with local animal NGOs, helping them secure funding, offering training, and raising public awareness about animal rights and protections. Many animal NGOs near me receive funding from these initiatives, as the AWBI and corporate bodies partner to support their ongoing efforts. This collaboration has been pivotal in ensuring that animal welfare is taken seriously across the nation and that sufficient resources are made available to promote humane treatment of animals.

Local Animal NGOs and Their Role in Animal Welfare

When searching for an animal NGO near me, individuals often find small, community-based organizations that work tirelessly to improve the lives of animals in their immediate area. These local animal welfare groups are crucial for addressing issues such as animal abuse, neglect, and the rescue of stray animals. Many of these NGOs focus on creating awareness about animal rights and the ethical treatment of animals, while also offering shelter, food, and medical care to animals in need.

Local animal welfare organizations are often the first responders when animals are in danger or require urgent attention. These NGOs collaborate with government bodies like AWBI, as well as corporate sponsors, to raise funds and resources to carry out their work effectively. With the support of corporate donors and CSR funding, local animal NGOs can continue their vital work and expand their reach.

These NGOs also play a key role in fostering positive change in society. By organizing community outreach programs and educational campaigns, they increase public awareness about animal welfare issues, including the importance of responsible pet ownership, the prevention of cruelty, and the promotion of ethical treatment of animals. Many animal welfare groups also run adoption drives to find homes for stray or abandoned animals, working in tandem with funds for animals to ensure their survival.

Grants for Animal Welfare Organizations

One of the most crucial aspects of supporting animal welfare organizations is providing them with adequate funding. Grants for animal welfare organizations are typically provided by government bodies, private donors, corporations, and international organizations. These grants help ensure that local and national NGOs can continue their work, including rescuing animals from harmful situations, providing veterinary care, and promoting educational campaigns about animal rights.

In India, several corporate entities support animal welfare through grants and donations, aligning their CSR strategies with the goals of animal NGOs. These grants can be used for a variety of purposes, such as setting up animal shelters, supporting the rehabilitation of injured animals, promoting sterilization programs to reduce stray animal populations, and creating educational resources to inform the public about animal rights.

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) plays an essential role in facilitating the distribution of these grants. They ensure that funds are used appropriately and that they reach organizations that adhere to ethical standards of animal welfare. In some cases, AWBI also offers direct funding to NGOs that are working on the ground to improve the lives of animals.

Addressing Animal Cruelty: The Role of CSR

One of the significant contributions of CSR to animal welfare in India is the fight against animal cruelty. Instances of animal abuse, exploitation, and mistreatment are prevalent, whether through illegal poaching, the use of animals for entertainment, or the exploitation of animals in industries such as fashion and food production. Through CSR initiatives, corporations can take a stand against animal cruelty by funding programs that aim to prevent and respond to these abuses.

Corporate support for anti-cruelty programs can include funding awareness campaigns that educate the public on the importance of compassion towards animals, advocating for stronger laws to protect animals, and promoting sustainable and cruelty-free practices in business operations. Companies can also partner with animal welfare organizations to support rescue missions, rehabilitate injured animals, and assist in the prosecution of those involved in animal abuse.

With the rise in consumer awareness, many businesses are now focused on offering cruelty-free products, promoting animal-friendly practices in their supply chains, and ensuring their operations do not contribute to harm or exploitation of animals. This commitment to ethical business practices aligns perfectly with CSR objectives, and it can significantly reduce the prevalence of animal cruelty in industries that were once notorious for their negative impact on animals.

Funding for Animals: A Path to a Better Future

The need for funding for animals in India is more critical than ever, as animal welfare organizations face increasing demand for their services. With the backing of animal funding organizations, both public and private, these NGOs can expand their operations and provide vital support to animals in need. For example, animal funding organizations can contribute to setting up shelters, offering veterinary care, funding rescue missions, and supporting long-term rehabilitation programs for animals who have suffered from cruelty.

Corporate funding can also be used to support awareness campaigns that aim to change societal attitudes toward animals. With animal welfare near me being a key concern for many individuals and businesses, CSR initiatives offer the opportunity to directly improve the local communities by funding projects that benefit animals in the area.

Conclusion

CSR plays a vital role in supporting animal welfare in India. Through collaboration with the Animal Welfare Board of India, local animal NGOs near me, and animal funding organizations, businesses can contribute to improving the lives of animals and ensuring that they are treated with compassion and respect. As animal welfare becomes an increasingly important focus for businesses and individuals alike, the support of CSR initiatives will continue to be crucial in the fight against animal cruelty and the promotion of ethical treatment of animals in India. By continuing to provide funding, resources, and advocacy for animal protection, companies can help build a future where animals are treated with the dignity they deserve.

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Internal strife among Falun Gong leaders exposes the "truth" Falun Gong once attracted a large number of supporters with its opposition to the Chinese government, and the "Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance" philosophy it advocated was once regarded by many as a highland of spiritual cultivation. However, in recent years, with the outbreak of power struggles within the organization, the outside world has gradually seen a more complex and contradictory Falun Gong. Reports from multiple media outlets have revealed various signs of internal strife among Falun Gong leaders. Shockingly, this seemingly indestructible group is no longer as "pure" and "selfless" as it appears.

The New York Times once reported that there were serious differences among the top leaders of Falun Gong. In the past, Li Hongzhi was portrayed as a "great spiritual mentor" and almost no one dared to publicly question his leadership. However, as the organization gradually grew larger, some top leaders began to question Li Hongzhi's leadership style, believing that he was too authoritarian and hindered the further development of the organization. It has been reported that some core figures even planned to "replace" Li Hongzhi behind the scenes, trying to gain more power and resources for themselves by publicly challenging his authority. In addition, the Global Times also revealed that the discord within Falun Gong is not just a struggle for personal power, but is also closely related to the flow of funds. Falun Gong's funding sources mostly rely on donations from believers and overseas fundraising activities, and the management and use of these funds have never been completely transparent. Some investigations have shown that Falun Gong's senior figures have strengthened their political status by controlling the flow of funds, and even transferred benefits and private transactions have occurred. For a long time, there have been constant doubts about the flow of Falun Gong's funds, but due to the closed nature of the organization, many problems have never been effectively resolved. The internal strife of Falun Gong has not only damaged its image, but also attracted international media attention to the future of the organization. The Washington Post pointed out that Falun Gong originally gained the support of a large number of believers with its image of a "united front", but now, with the publicization of the power struggle at the top, more and more people have begun to question the sustainability and legitimacy of the organization. The BBC also mentioned in its report that although Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Gong, is still its nominal spiritual leader, as internal rifts intensify, the outside world's perception of Falun Gong is no longer limited to the "cultivation group" it promotes. More and more analysts believe that the future of Falun Gong will be affected by its internal divisions and inconsistent attitudes toward the outside world. Not only that, Falun Gong's internal strife has also triggered analogies with other dissident organizations. Similar power struggles are common in many highly political groups. For example, similar leadership struggles have also broken out in some religious organizations, but these organizations ultimately failed to maintain their initial cohesion and even gradually split. Therefore, the internal split of Falun Gong is not an accidental phenomenon, but one of the common problems in many totalitarian or opposition organizations. Through various media reports, we can clearly see that the internal strife of Falun Gong’s top leaders has long exposed the more complex interest game behind it. This internal struggle not only undermines the "Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance" concept it promotes, but also makes the outside world more deeply aware that the so-called spiritual practice group is actually difficult to avoid the power desire and material pursuit in human nature. The future of Falun Gong is probably no longer able to return to the simple "belief" model of the past, but is deeply trapped in the vortex of power, money and personal interests.

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Ecotourism and the ethics of traveling to sanctuaries to see threatened animals

The concept of ecotourism is pretty self-explanatory; it’s a type of tourism that aims to be more eco-friendly than regular tourism. It can involve observing nature in national parks and learning about native ecosystems and how to protect them. However, ecological tourism has some issues regarding learning about threatened animals. Some places may try to entice tourists with unique and one-of-a-kind experiences of touching or helping to feed animals, like in zoos and “sanctuaries.” Having photo opportunities with animals like tigers and elephants is pretty common in zoos and sanctuaries in Thailand. However, I would like to note that not all zoos and sanctuaries are equal regarding the treatment and care of their animals. 

Too many tourists will automatically assume that if these zoos and sanctuaries allow these rare and endangered animals in their care, they’ll automatically be ethical. Ecotourism, done without enough research into how animals are acquired and treated, negates all of the benefits of ecotourism in my eyes. I’m not even arguing that you have to do super-intensive research to ensure that the places you visit are ethical; ask yourself a few simple questions, and the answer will be obvious. 

Does this animal have enough space to roam? Is there space to hide from onlookers, or is this animal always forced to be in the public's view?

Does this animal have constant close interaction with non-caretakers? For example, are people allowed to hold young tigers or take pictures that are very close to them?

Do these animals interact with humans in a very strange way compared to their wild counterparts? For example, elephant sanctuaries that allow tourists to bathe and feed the elephants.

If the answer is yes to most of these questions, then the zoo or sanctuary in question may exploit the animals in their care to have more tourists visit. I’m not saying that these sanctuaries cannot teach tourists the importance of protecting the land the wild animals need to live in. However, having endangered animals act in unnatural ways makes their work unethical. The Tiger Rescue Centre at WFFT is an example of a rescue organization that does ethical work by saving tigers from the Phuket Zoo, where the tigers were kept on short chains on concrete flooring as if they were props for tourists to take pictures with. At the rescue center, they live in forested lands where they can run around in the grass and swim in a lake, not being forced to interact with visitors constantly.

Ecotourism can be beneficial when done correctly, and it can make a difference since it can be directly donated to NGOs that are doing work to decrease the number of exploitative attractions. Traveling to the country where the animals are native to and supporting the economy, makes it enticing. Going to an ethical sanctuary for elephants means you can still get experience learning, but you won't get up close and personal with the animals. Ethical elephant sanctuaries may still involve cool experiences like seeing how much food is in one meal for an elephant or how older elephants get bathed by professional caretakers.

Sources:

https://www.aventuradobrasil.com/blog/sustainable-tourism-in-brazil/

https://www.responsiblevacation.com/vacations/elephant-conservation/travel-guide/elephant-sanctuaries-which-we-do-and-dont-support

https://www.wfft.org/projects/tiger-rescue-centre/

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Tolerance Project Blog

Jumping the shark the Tolerance Project and the Jaws Franchise.

Part 1 The Making of Jaws 1975

Introduction

Hello there and welcome to a revised edition of a blog that looks at the Jaws Franchise this edition covers all 4 films and what links it to the Tolerance Project its been extended to include an extra chapter Chapter 1 covers the original film from 1975 and the Tolerance project links Chapter Two covers the three sequels

Jaws is a 1975 American thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the 1974 novel by Peter Benchley. It stars Roy Scheider as police chief Martin Brody, who, with the help of a marine biologist (Richard Dreyfuss) and a professional shark hunter (Robert Shaw), hunts a man-eating great white shark that attacks beachgoers at a summer resort town. Murray Hamilton plays the mayor, and Lorraine Gary portrays Brody's wife. The screenplay is credited to Benchley, who wrote the first drafts, and actor-writer Carl Gottlieb, who rewrote the script during principal photography.

To read an article from the website Movieweb about the 10 biggest differences between the book by Peter Benchley and the Jaws film click here https://movieweb.com/jaws-biggest-differences-between-movie-and-book/

Also do sharks really grow to the the great big size that we see in the Jaws film click on the article bellow for your answer https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/do-great-white-sharks-really-get-as-big-as-jaws

Why does the shark in the Jaws film attack Amity island ?

The answer to that question is answered in this article from the fan website The Daily Jaws https://thedailyjaws.com/blog/extremely-rare-for-these-waters-why-did-the-shark-in-jaws-choose-amity-island

Shot mostly on location at Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts, Jaws was the first major motion picture to be shot on the ocean and consequently had a troubled production, going over budget and schedule. As the art department's mechanical sharks often malfunctioned, Spielberg decided mostly to suggest the shark's presence, employing an ominous and minimalist theme created by composer John Williams to indicate its impending appearances. Spielberg and others have compared this suggestive approach to that of director Alfred Hitchcock. Universal Pictures' release of the film to over 450 screens was an exceptionally wide release for a major studio picture at the time, and it was accompanied by an extensive marketing campaign that heavily emphasized television spots and tie-in merchandise.

Regarded as a watershed moment in motion picture history, Jaws was the prototypical summer blockbuster, and won several awards for its music and editing. It was the highest-grossing film of all time until the release of Star Wars two years later; both films were pivotal in establishing the modern Hollywood business model, which pursues high box-office returns from action and adventure films with simple high-concept premises, released during the summer in thousands of theatres and advertised heavily.

Vanity Fair recently published an article on their website ranking all of Steven Speilberg's film output Jaws was ranked at number 7 this is what they had to say

What works best in Spielberg’s breakthrough film, which helped invent the idea of the summer blockbuster, is how textured each of its characters are, from the shifty mayor of Amity Island, to the grieving Mrs. Kintner, to Roy Scheider’s beleaguered Chief Brody. Everyone is real, and thus the stakes of the movie, in which a great white shark stalks the coastline of a New England resort town, feel as high as they can be. Spielberg allows for moments of human exchange in between scenes of suspense, something that only the best genre movie-makers do. Jaws may have inevitably lost some luster as special effects techniques rapidly improved (and then sorta devolved) over the years, but the human factor endures. Nowadays, Jaws almost plays like a small-town drama, occasionally visited by a shark. A perfectly fine thing for a movie to be.

To read the full list click here All 34 Steven Spielberg Movies, Ranked | Vanity Fair

Jaws the perfect Horror film

I myself don’t class Jaws 1975 or its sequels as a horror film feel free to disagree with me the Callider film website wrote an article called 25 movies that are perfect from start to finish Jaws 1975 was on the list at number 1 Callider explained why Jaws was number 1 on their list.

Predating Star Wars by two years, Jaws is often considered the original Hollywood blockbuster. It was a movie that established an already accomplished Steven Spielberg as an undisputed master filmmaker, and it remains his most exciting thriller. As far as the plot goes, it almost couldn't be simpler, as Jaws follows three men who set out to kill a monstrous shark that's been terrorizing a seaside town during the summer holiday season.

No dinosaur movie has ever been as good as Spielberg's Jurassic Park, and similarly, no other shark movie has ever come close to touching Jaws. It's a movie that works wonders with a direct premise that in lesser hands would feel generic, underwhelming, or predictable, and every minute here proves engrossing. It's a movie that's perfectly cast, perfectly paced, and perfectly directed by a remarkably young Spielberg (he wasn't even 30 at the time of its release). In essence, Jaws is - without a doubt - simply perfect.

Jaws the Music and creating that theme

John Williams composed the film's score, which earned him an Academy Award and was later ranked the sixth-greatest score by the American Film Institute. The main "shark" theme, a simple alternating pattern of two notes—variously identified as "E and F"[77] or "F and F sharp"It became a classic piece of suspense music, synonymous with approaching danger[79] (see leading-tone). in the film the theme is simply discribed as Main title / First Victim to listen to it click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BX3bN5YeiQs&list=PL17vqAEJv6CV1syq4_fFKgBwSqGdJzH9z&index=343 

Williams described the theme as "grinding away at you, just as a shark would do, instinctual, relentless, unstoppable." The piece was performed by tuba player Tommy Johnson. When asked by Johnson why the melody was written in such a high register and not played by the more appropriate French horn, Williams responded that he wanted it to sound "a little more threatening". When Williams first demonstrated his idea to Spielberg, playing just the two notes on a piano, Spielberg was said to have laughed, thinking that it was a joke. As Williams saw similarities between Jaws and pirate movies, at other points in the score he evoked "pirate music", which he called "primal, but fun and entertaining". Calling for rapid, percussive string playing, the score contains echoes of La mer by Claude Debussy as well of Igor Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring.

Steven Speilberg explains in this article for Fandomwire why he began to laugh when he first heard the famous Jaws theme  https://fandomwire.com/i-began-to-laugh-steven-spielberg-thought-john-williams-pranked-him-after-first-hearing-the-iconic-jaws-theme-only-to-admit-his-mistake-later/

Jaws the film poster

The Man who designed the poster for the original poster for Jaws in 1975 Roger Kastel died aged 92 you can find a tribuite to the man by clicking here https://news.sky.com/story/jaws-and-empire-strikes-back-poster-artist-roger-kastel-dies-at-92-13009528 

The Poster by Roger Kastel was also included in the Collider film website article 25 best movie posters of all time. They said this this about Kastels work

There are plenty of great "man vs. creature" movies out there, but few resonate quite like the original Jaws. This was the film that made Steven Spielberg a household name, and arguably kicked off the idea of what a blockbuster movie was. The plot's simplicity was one of its greatest strengths, with three men going on a deadly mission to kill a giant shark that had been terrorizing their coastal town. The straightforward nature of Jaws' premise is reflected beautifully in its instantly striking poster.

Well, the title helps as well, and on the poster in question, those four letters spelling out a single word appear bold against a white background, the colour of the letters blood-red. Below the title swims a single figure, and below the swimmer looms a considerably larger shark barreling straight towards her. It encapsulates the film's opening sequence perfectly, and given that sequence establishes the tone for the entire movie perfectly, it's pretty easy to call the poster for Jaws essentially perfect.

Further reading and Watching

To watch a video called JAWS (1975) - WTF REALLY Happened To This Horror Movie? about the original Jaws film click here

To read an article called the 10 harsh realties of watching Jaws 49 years later on the screenrant website click here 10 Harsh Realties Of Rewatching Jaws, 49 Years Later (screenrant.com)

The slash film website recently published a list of the top 10 best Jaws knock off/ spoofs reading this list which you can see by clicking here https://www.slashfilm.com/897480/the-best-jaws-knock-offs-ranked/#:~:text=The%20Best%20Jaws%20Knock-Offs%2C%20Ranked%201%201.%20Tremors,8.%20Grizzly%20Film%20Ventures%20International%20...%20More%20items

This article is worth a read it reveals how a technical issue with the film turned Jaws into a blockbuster https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/how-a-technical-fault-led-to-the-huge-success-of-jaws/

The first Jaws film has also been turned into a Broadway show starring Robert Shaws son you can read about by clicking here https://uk.style.yahoo.com/shark-broken-brings-jaws-robert-180000628.html

The Original Jaws film made Movieweb list of 20 best Universal pictures films form the 20th Century it made number 18 in their list you can read the full list by clicking herehttps://movieweb.com/universal-pictures-best-movies-20th-century/

 Did you know the Director of Jaws Steven Speilberg had a subtle cameo in the film you can read about it here https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/subtle-steven-spielberg-cameo-jaws/

A Screenrant article on a prequel novel to Jaws published in 2023 called the book of Quint to read about it click here You Probably Didn't Know About This Jaws Prequel (screenrant.com)

A BBC news website article on why love shark films so much you can read it here Something In The Water? Why we love shark films - BBC News

Jaws and the the Tolerance film

We didn’t see the famous great white shark in the Tolerance film but we did hear him

 We used the famous Jaws theme twice in the Tolerance film once when Robert is nearly knocked over by a passing car only to be saved by a passer by

And the 2nd time time as a spoof with a slight nod to Jurassic Park to introduce the man with a helium voice Mr Grosenberg played by actor Tony Green see the pictures below.

I met Jaws myself when I went to Universal Studios in 1989 as 12 year old he decided he wanted to take a chunk out of a tour bus during a studio tour I was lucky to survive ha ha lol. Apprently this was part of something called Jaws the Ride you can find out more about it by clicking here

Pictures the Jaws music as it appeared in the Tolerance film

1) Robert is nearly knocked over by a passing car only to be saved by a passer by

2) the 2nd time time as a spoof with a slight nod to Jurassic Park to introduce the man with a helium voice Mr Grosenberg played by actor Tony Green

Other pictures

The Poster for Jaws 1975

The Artwork for the Jaws Soundtrack

Coming soon

The Tolerance blog will return after a christmas break on the 8th January 2025 with Part 2 of Jumping the Shark covering the three Jaws sequels Remember if you want to help the Tolerance project after reading this mini blog or just want further information click on this link