#daycare center fox

[the-daycare-pokecenter]

When I tell you mates that there are evil team members in the lobby right now. My job rn is just work the counter PLEASE

[donelywell]

If your taking requests, I liked to see your sonic and tails if they were closer to their actual animal size difference.

January 9 2024

Doodle Request #5!

You have no idea what you've done. This doodle request has made me spiral into making my own self indulgent au.

I've never more times in my life used 'cause I want to' as an excuse for something. This entire au is just self indulgent fluff. At first, I looked at the request and went 'oh, they probably don't realize how small hedgehogs are or how big baby foxes are.' and then I was like 'okay, but Mobian'. AND THEN I was like 'okay, but it'd be funny if Sonic was like- almost an adult in this drawing.' and it just spiraled into this. I want to make so many more doodles of this au FUCK.

So everything isn't set in stone yet, aside form their ages I think.

Amy is 19, she's studying to become a teacher. She works at a daycare.

Sonic is 22, he picks up odd jobs where ever he travels in his van.

Tails is 8, he also picks up odd jobs, but more mechanically centered ones (and way less jobs because Sonic will not allow the kit to overwork himself).

Knuckles is 23, he guards the Master Emerald still, but he also is a pro at arts and crafts (mostly pottery).

I know I wrote 'plane' in the doodles (if you can even read them, my handwriting is a nightmare there), but I was originally thinking van that Tails later modifies into a plane-van combo.

Do they have powers? Yes. Because I want them to. Are there magical gemstones? Yes. Because I want there to. Is Eggman trying to take over the world? Eh, I don't think so. I like chill vibes, plus how is Sonic gonna beat up a Motobug if he isn't even as tall as the tire? Why are they wearing clothes? Because I want them to! Why is everyone but Tails aged up? BECAUSE I WANT THEM TO (and it's funny to me).

Sonic and Tails live in a van (that he stole) and travel around. Sure, Sonic has super speed (he's not afraid of showing it off), but he just likes driving (he had to diy an entire system just so he could drive). Plus, it's fortunate that he stole that van, because carrying around supplies needed for a toddler already twice your size when you met them is definitely not light.

[stari-hun]

Medicine Pocket and Mesmer Jr Siblongcy

Here’s why everyone should adopt Medicine Pocket and Mesmer Jr chosen siblinghood.

Certified @anonymocha cult memberrrrrr, go check out their post on Mesmer and MedPocket HEREEEEE

The short? Lives life like a wounded dog and HALLO NEW DOG AT THE DOGGY DAYCARE? FUCK YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The long is that Mesmer Jr is a deeply unwell character who’ll live with the consequences of Constantine conditioning her for the rest of her life. Constantine conditioned Mesmer to be near completely dependent on her despite the fact that she’s the source of majority of the trauma she goes through. From her graduating class dying, putting her in the rehab center so young, letting her near there at an even YOUNGER stage, basically training her to make her arcanum solely focus on something that’s actively hurting her. Even if Mesmer was taken away from Constantine, she would go back to her because in a world she was purposefully not taught to cope in, Constantine is a comfort. Even if she’s the cause, Constantine makes everything in order again for her. Trauma responses don’t have to be rational and Mesmer shows that. At the end of the day, Mesmer is closer to a wounded dog than a person.

LUCKY FOR HER HER CLASSMATE LOVES DOGS

Mesmer Jr who's used to being able to blend into the background next to Vertin and the others.

Medicine Pocket who goes up to Vertin’s group to ask if they wanna go run around in the grass. Medpocket and Vertin who run around for a while and then Sonetto joins them, then Matilda before noticing someone's still on the benches near the buildings. So they go up to Mesmer like “:D Why aren’t you coming with us, are you injured or something??” (We both know medicine pocket’s rude ass was absolutely a no filter child) and Mesmer Jr who already has anxiety up until that point esp around strangers, avoids talking to MedPocket.

Mesmer Jr who gets confused why this person is randomly talking to her, and even more so why they're so rude.

Medicine Pocket who refuses to give up on making everyone in the friend group accept them “I gotta be apart of the pack!”

Mesmer Jr who tried to avoid getting caught in the whirlwind of energy Medpocket stirs up in the group.

Medicine Pocket who notices assigns an animal (fursona) to everyone in the group and realizes Mesmer is the most like a dog in the group [Vertin is a cat (friendly but never truly tamable) , Sonetto is a Fox (sorry Pupnetto), and Matilda is a bird]

Mesmer Jr who just as on guard as MedPocket is observant and always looks over the group to check everyone is still there.

Medicine Pocket who approaches Mesmer like a scared dog: always alerting when they’re coming close, offering snacks, making sure to sit in their group during lunch time.

Mesmer Jr who's wary but still a kid like all of the others and accepts their snacks. Barely registering as MedPocket started taking the seats farthest from them in the group while still talking to her.

Medicine Pocket who tries sitting next to Mesmer while the others play outside again before noticing she seems too uncomfortable that close to a stranger

Mesmer Jr who's still jumpy around strangers but is slowly warming up to this weird kid.

Medicine Pocket who then tests how close they can get without her feeling threatened by a stranger (it’s Medpoc sitting on the ground on the other side of the bench)

Mesmer Jr who doesn't notice the way Medpocket is getting closer each day but feels something is off.

Medicine Pocket who spends weeks getting closer each day talking to her as she listens until she doesn’t even notice them getting closer each day (it’s literally only 20cm closer)

Mesmer Jr who's already integrated Medicine Pocket into her schedule without realizing their chaos brings her a weird sense of peace.

WRAHHHHHHHHHHH WEIRDO SIBLING DUOOOOO

Unwell genius duo, the MeMe siblings. Mesmer Jr unironically gained coping with her anxiety despite Constantine exasperating it via Therapy Dog. (Years later, after Vereinsamt, Vertin comments about how she got a therapy dog and Mesmer bites back about Pupnetto.) Mesmer Jr has uncurable anxiety which she herself knows is too bad to be around others that stress her out, but if she grew up with MEDPOCKET?? I just know she'd be much more comfortable in the world cause she has another rock besides Constantine. On top of it, if that person was MEDPoCKET? Resident biter, literally ate their rulebook, their office sign has bitemarks, and they threatened to bite Laplace's DIRECTOR. Medicine Pocket is the perfect chaos to calm Mesmer down. Medicine Pocket IS an irrational arcanist but they make sense and they're very caring and considerate to their friends which is why they're so close in the main storyline. Mesmer isn't the slightest bit uncomfortable around them so if they GREW UP TOGETHER? Mocha by god I think you cracked the code cause this feral therapy dog is about to save Mesmer Racism Jr from so many bad habits and hurt later on. They'd really be each other's comfort and chaos and I love that for them.

Constantine : It's time for your internship with the rehab center, Mesmer Jr. Medicine Pocket, stanced up after sensing she's having a panic attack at the idea of going : 👁️👁️

[stargazer-sims]

List 5 facts about a favorite sim of yours, and send this to 10 simblrs whose sims you adore 💜

Thank you @rebelangelsims !

I'm going to do Fox & Takahiro this time =)

Fox Abbottsford

Fox is a registered social worker. He's a longtime government employee in the Department of Community Services, and started his career working in the area of child protection. He switched over to working with social assistance benefits recipients for a few years, but his passion is in working with children, so he switched back. He's currently a supervisor in his department.

He's an artist, or as a handful of media outlets have described him, "a talented local artist". He's had a few gallery shows in Willow Creek and Newcrest over the years, and he's illustrated three children's books so far, with a fourth in the works.

He's a type 1 diabetic and has been since the age of six. He fervently hoped he wouldn't pass on that gene to any of his kids, but both Forest and Camellia are also diabetic.

He loves the water. When he and Takahiro were designing their house, one of Fox's requirements was that it had to have a pool so he could go swimming whenever he wanted. He's always found the water calming.

He used to have a pet fox named Ruby. People often remarked on the irony of a guy named Fox having a pet fox, and it became one of the weird things he was known for when he was younger.

Takahiro Suzuki

Taka is originally from Japan. He followed Fox to Canada after their whirlwind romance, and never really looked back. Although he’s travelled to Japan to visit his family many times, he’s never once regretted his choice to immigrate. He loves Fox and he loves his life in Canada. This year, he plans to stop procrastinating and finally apply for Canadian citizenship.

When he first came to Canada, he found a lot of people seemed to struggle to pronounce his name. In light of that, he decided to choose a “Canadian name” for himself. He picked David, but it never stuck, mostly because David Suzuki is the name of someone famous in Canada, and no one could quite keep a straight face when Taka would introduce himself as “David Suzuki”. These days, he’s less worried about people messing up his name and is fine with whatever people can manage.

He’s an early childhood educator and worked for several years in a local preschool. However, his dream was always to own and work in his own daycare center. Twelve years ago, he started Hands Around The World Childcare, and he’s never been happier. He didn’t initially plan it to be an international daycare, but the name seemed to attract a lot of newcomers to Canada, and now it has a reputation as a multicultural and multilingual enrichment place for kids.

Taka is musically talented. He can sing reasonably well but his real gift is playing the piano. He likes to get together with his friend Yuri to play piano & violin duets.

His favourite colour is yellow. When they were doing the interior design for their house, Fox made sure to include lots of yellow elements, just for him.

[the-daycare-pokecenter]

We exist promise :)

where are the middle aged women and men of rotomblr asking for a friend

[niigata-division]

Valor Guard Stocking Gifts

Seiji Tsukimoto

A “World’s Best Boss” mug from Lyall, he’s gonna need it given how much Lyall makes him want to drink some days.

A wrapped gift from Ayumu, Seiji grumbled that his long-time friend didn’t have to get him anything but Ayumu wanted to.

A cute little gingerbread ornament Yaeka made at daycare, Seiji immediately hung it on the tree the moment he got it. 

Lyall Shiba

A lump of coal from Seiji, who claims he’s forever on the naughty list because of all the shit he pulls. 

A candy cane tube filled with chocolates from Ayumu, it's the good kind too coming straight from Switzerland. 

A raven plush from his twin sister Lyra, she called him a birdbrain while giving it to him and said “Look it's you”.

Ayumu Hayami 

A bag of chocolates with a caramel center from Seiji, it goes great with some hot coffee.

A new coffee mug from Lyall, given how much coffee the paramedic drinks every night, he certainly appreciates it.

A bunch of homemade gingerbread from Sara, she had help from her grandmother so they turned out quite tasty.

(Bonus!) Yaeka Tsukimoto

A nicely wrapped gift from Seiji, she can’t wait to see what her Papa got her!

A stuffed fox from her best friend Sara, she’s been carrying it around all night and nearly cried when Seiji tried taking it from her. 

A bar of her favorite chocolate from Ayumu, who winked at her and told her not to tell her dad she had it.

(Bonus!) Sara Hayami

An adorable penguin plushie from Ayumu, she squealed when she saw it and it now joins the mountain in her room.

A messily wrapped gift from her best friend Yaeka, there was a matching best friend's necklace inside. 

A couple of gingerbread man cookies from Seiji, they’re store bought but it’s the thought that counts.

[skullsmuldon]

Is it true that David is drunk at his concerts? Are there any reviews?

He always drinks. Vodka orange or beer from what I know. I don’t know if he was drunk drunk but he definitely has some drinks…

As for a review I saw one in a German paper. And it’s pretty accurate if you ask me but judge for yourself 🤗

The headline : Known from "The X-File”

David Duchovny convinces humanly in Cologne and flops vocally.

The well-known actor was a guest at the Carlswerk and inspired his audience with his fame. Through his voice, on the other hand, certainly rather less.

If someone depicts their own character in the Simpsons, he has come a long way, you might think. David William Duchovny, who played the role of Fox Mulder in the cult series "File X - the eerie cases of the FBI", is such a person. And because it is therefore completely surreal to stand physically in front of him this Monday evening together with around 300 guests at point nine o’clock - Duchovny is not only a successful actor and Golden Globe winner, but also a musician - one screams to his friend with all the happiness "So awesome , incredible!" In their ear.

So it takes a few minutes to realize that it is really him for whom you stood in the cinema queue for hours for the last time almost 15 years ago. His "The truth is out there" poster, which always hung over him in his basement office, was legendary.

Sloppy dance to meager tones

His dance performances to the folk rock numbers, which will now follow in the next almost an hour and a half, are not and probably never will be. They seem rather clumsy, almost sloppy. You can't get rid of the impression: Here, some high school graduation band from the 1980s is just celebrating their revival. And Frontman David still looks as good as he did back then. That he can't sing to this day: Who's bothered? Even if the range of his voice is narrower than the mouthpiece of a clarinet. "I love you!" some women from the front rows call out to him. Mister Duchovny doesn’t miss a beat and replies: "I love you, too. Wherever you want." With a wink, of course.

Nevertheless, you can't get rid of the feeling that David William Duchovny might have drunk a little bit over his thirst before the concert (German proverb). Sometimes you don't even want to look closely when he dances back and forth up there between all the potential stumbling blocks. And suddenly, yes, suddenly the man who once wanted to complete a doctorate in English literature - before his acting career - stands in front of you. He just gets off the stage, makes a round through the Carlswerk and sings "Sweet Jane" by Velvet Underground. Unbelievable how fearless this man is. And how much he doesn't seem to care about his musical deficit.

You have to leave it to Duchovny: He really radiates joy in what he does. Like a small child who meets his new friends in front of the daycare center for the second time in the morning. Taking oneself seriously, is foreign to him. Conclusion: Musically a flop. Humanly top.

[lea-heartscxiv]

Oka Family

Let's start with Oka Family of our private gameplay, this family is composed of 6 members.

Daddy Shokichi and Daddy Hiromi, and their three little ones: two twins and a baby.

And of course Sketchy the fennec fox, who can have a bad mood with anyone but the little ones in the house.

The twins are named Hiroshi and Keichi.

Hiroshi is the one in the yellow tank top and Keichi, the one in the blue pajamas, the latter did not wish to have more siblings, he did not even want Hiroshi, he would have liked to be born as an only child.

And this is little Shosuke, the youngest member of Oka family. Although what he likes the most is to be in daddies arms. Whenever he can, goes to his furry friend Sketchy, but he also wants to spend time with his brothers Hiroshi and Keichi, although the latter doesn't like him very much.

In these photos below we can see how the dads are very attentive to their little ones, they feed and talk to them. 

And that's the daily life of Hiromi and Shokichi when they come home from work. In the time they work, the little ones are all in a daycare center and Hiromi gets off work before her husband, so he's usually the one who goes to pick them up. Although sometimes uncle Kojiro offers to keep them at home until Hiromi arrives, especially when Hiromi has a last minute delivery.

By the way, they used to live in an apartment with hardly any space to move around, but now after taking out a mortgage, they live close to their friends in a house with its own yard, so that the little ones can play. Also have the kindergarten next door.

So far the presentation of the Shadoka family, refresh this as soon there will be another family.

[the-daycare-pokecenter]

I don't know you mate QUIT ASKING AFTER MY COWORKER!! I'm about to page Spade to come out here if they don't leave soon. Might as well see what all the damn fuss is about

[lazaruspiss]

New Gotham: Part Three

Wayne Center For Children: This center was created by my mother through the Martha Wayne Foundation as a way to offer family services to the poorer communities of Gotham City. It provides birthing and parenting classes, includes an in-house pediatric ward and daycare, and is entirely funded and paid for through donations. The upper floors have also been the home of the Gotham Child Services Agency for the past ten years. It's where I officially accepted custody of Dick after his parents' death. The Joker once stole family records from the center in an attempt to kidnap newborns and raise them as criminals. Thankfully, Dick and I managed to stop him before he put his plans in motion. To prevent this from happening again, the Kanes proposed to store all records on their secured servers for free.

Child Services. That's where I would've ended up if Bruce hadn't taken me in. That or jail. - J. T.

Wayne Enterprises: Wayne Tower serves as the corporate headquarters to Wayne Enterprises. It was founded after World War II by my grandfather Patrick Wayne, who oversaw the building's construction. It has had many renovations and upgrades since then, most notably the entrance underneath the building which Lucius had installed so Batman could get in and out without being seen. As the years went on, more floors were added to the building as Wayne Enterprises expanded. Now each floor houses the administrative offices of one of the companies' sub- divisions, like Wayne Pharmaceuticals and Wayne Steel. The CEO of Wayne Enterprises thus oversees all of these assets. The board of directors will be handling the business if something were to happen to me, but all of my stocks will go to Dick, meaning his approval will be needed before any major decision is made. If in doubt, he can always go to Lucius for advice as he's already familiar with the company's inner workings.

Foxteca: Lucius Fox left Wayne Tech over a decade ago to found his own company, Foxteca. It has grown to become one of Gotham City's most renowned and prolific corporations. His objective was to make a tech company that would be both environmentally friendly and state-of-the-art, and he has succeeded. His son Luke also worked at the company for a time as an engineer, though he and Lucius had a disagreement and Luke has since left to pursue other ventures. Much like WayneTech, Foxteca specializes in research and development, cybersecurity, and new technologies. Lucius has a private lab where he can conduct his own personal research, which sometimes happens to be vigilante related. Notes: Ask Lucius about his drone project. Could be useful.

I interned at Foxteca for a few weeks last year, and it was really fun! I've implemented some of the things Mr. Fox showed me into my own research and it's helped a lot. - T. D.

Leslie Thompkins Clinic: Due to Gotham City General Hospital often being at capacity, I was looking for a way to help the people living in the Bowery and Otisburg. That's when my friend Leslie Thompkins contacted me with a proposition to finance her own clinic. Through the Wayne Foundation, I purchased the old Coventry Medical building which she turned into the Leslie Thompkins Clinic. It was a complete success. Eventually, Leslie retired, and her daughter Jada took over. She began championing efforts such as drug rehabilitation and safe-injection sites. Despite clear reductions in overdoses and deaths, the city didn't approve and shut down the clinic. Since then, Jada has been operating out of a van, which she drives around the city as a way to bring care to people across the city. Just like her mother, she didn't let anything stand in her way of helping people.

[yourglobalexpansionpartner]

Franchise in India: Top 5 Industries to Watch in 2024

The franchising in India is undergoing a remarkable transformation, offering unprecedented opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike. With a dynamic economy and a vast consumer base, franchising in India is poised for explosive growth in 2024. In this blog post, we will delve into the top five industries that stand out in the Indian franchise landscape, exploring why they are ripe for investment and how partnering with a reliable company like Fox&Angel can help you navigate this exciting journey.

Food and Beverage

The food and beverage sector has long been a cornerstone of the Indian franchise market. This industry continues to thrive, driven by the country's burgeoning middle class and increasing urbanization. Indian consumers are seeking diverse culinary experiences, creating a fertile ground for various food and beverage franchises.

Quick-Service Restaurants (QSR)

Quick-service restaurants (QSR) are particularly popular, offering convenience and quality at an affordable price. Chains specializing in fast food, casual dining, and street food are rapidly expanding their footprints across the country. Brands that can deliver consistent quality and innovation are seeing tremendous success.

Cafes and Coffee Shops

Cafes and coffee shops are also witnessing significant growth. With the rise of a café culture, especially among the younger demographic, there is a strong demand for trendy, comfortable spaces where people can socialize, work, or relax. Franchises that offer a unique ambiance and high-quality beverages are well-positioned to capture this market.

Health-Focused Eateries

Health-conscious dining is another emerging trend. Consumers are increasingly opting for healthier, organic, and locally sourced food options. Franchises that cater to this demand, offering nutritious meals without compromising on taste, are gaining popularity.

Education and Training

Education and training franchises are experiencing a boom in India. The country’s young population, combined with a growing emphasis on quality education and skill development, makes this sector exceptionally promising.

Early Childhood Education

Early childhood education franchises are in high demand as parents seek out the best educational start for their children. Preschools, daycare centers, and early learning academies are proliferating, offering structured programs that foster holistic development.

Skill Development and Professional Training

Skill development and professional training centers are also flourishing. With an increasing focus on vocational training and career advancement, there is a significant market for franchises that provide specialized training in areas such as IT, language skills, and business management.

Test Preparation Centers

Test preparation centers for competitive exams like engineering, medical, and civil services continue to attract students seeking to secure top ranks. These franchises offer comprehensive coaching and study materials, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Health and Wellness

The health and wellness industry in India is witnessing substantial growth, fueled by an increasing awareness of health, fitness, and overall well-being. This trend shows no signs of slowing down in 2024, making it an excellent sector for franchise investment.

Fitness Centers and Gyms

Fitness centers and gyms are booming as more people prioritize physical fitness. Franchises that offer state-of-the-art facilities, personal training, and group classes are attracting a wide range of clientele, from fitness enthusiasts to beginners.

Wellness Spas and Salons

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Health Clinics and Alternative Therapies

Health clinics offering specialized treatments and alternative therapies such as Ayurveda, yoga, and naturopathy are becoming increasingly popular. These franchises cater to individuals seeking natural and holistic health solutions, tapping into the rich heritage of traditional Indian medicine.

Retail

Retail franchises in India are undergoing a significant transformation, with a shift towards organized retail and an increase in consumer spending power. This sector presents numerous opportunities for franchising, particularly in niche markets.

Specialty Stores

Specialty stores that cater to specific consumer needs, such as electronics, home decor, and gourmet foods, are gaining traction. These stores offer curated products and personalized services, appealing to discerning customers looking for quality and uniqueness.

Fashion Boutiques

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Convenience Stores

Convenience stores are expanding rapidly, especially in urban areas. These stores offer everyday essentials and quick shopping solutions, catering to the busy lifestyles of city dwellers. Franchises that provide a seamless shopping experience and a wide range of products are thriving.

Real Estate and Property Management

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Real Estate Brokerage

Real estate brokerage franchises help buyers and sellers navigate the complex real estate market. These franchises offer valuable services such as property listings, market analysis, and transaction support, making the buying and selling process smoother and more efficient.

Property Management

Property management franchises provide essential services for property owners, including maintenance, tenant management, and rental services. As more people invest in real estate, the demand for reliable property management services continues to grow.

Home Improvement Services

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Conclusion

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If you are ready to embark on your franchising journey, now is the perfect time to explore these thriving industries. Each sector offers unique advantages and the potential for significant returns. Choose the right franchise, and with the support of Fox&Angel, set yourself up for success in the dynamic Indian market. Ready to take the next step in your franchising journey? Contact Fox&Angel today to learn more about the best franchise opportunities in India and how we can assist you in making a profitable investment. Our team of experts is here to provide guidance and support every step of the way. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of India’s booming franchise landscape. Reach out to us now!

[the-daycare-pokecenter]

l've had experience with competitive battling!

On our side of the dementional rift, we don't really have much like that, actually. Our daycares take care of Pokemon for specific periods of time but only to train them. Depending on where the regional competitive games are being held (most recent and ongoing is Paldea), there are some programs that help care for extra Pokemon! There are also safety messues put in place for Pokemon in boxes.I don't know exactly how it works, but basically. they run some extra power to those reigons so the boxes are more comfortable or something

ldk all the technical stuff, but over here, it's pretty normal to have teams of 3 or 6 and not much more. Although l'm sure if you've got the money there are people who will take care of Pokemon for you.

- Daycare Trainer Fox

I return.

This one is lower effort. But I would like to see reasonings.

Feel free to answer, reblogging with an explanation garners more attention, which garners more answers.

[stevensaus]

Saying The Implications Out Loud: The Value Of "Comedy" News Programs

I rarely watch "regular" television news any longer, at least not around other people. They tend to be annoyed by my yelling at the television. There's a damn good reason for my frustration -- too often, mainstream news in the US ends up obscuring the actual story. Take this story from NBC San Diego from May 24: "How Much Lead is in Your Child's Drinking Water? Some San Diego Day Care Centers Have Dangerously High Levels, Report Finds." {1} One daycare, La Petit Academy in Rancho Peñasquitos, had lead levels in some of its drinking fountains at levels 2,200 times the legal acceptable limit. Keep in mind that there is no fully "safe" level of lead ingestion. Dr. Michael Young, a medical toxicologist at Kaiser Permanente, said that "even at low levels, lead can cause serious issues." Young added, “It can lead to cognitive disorders, it could decrease intelligence and a host of organ system failures, if not detected early." The article says, "NBC 7 reached out to le Petit Academy to ask about the findings. In a statement, they said that the highest lead results were from drinking fountains that had not been used since before the pandemic and that they had been removed from their site." I want to emphasize two phrases the daycare used in its statement: "the highest lead results" and "not been used since before the pandemic." Maybe it's because I read "The Monkey's Paw" at an early age, but regardless the reason, alarm bells went off in my head when I read those phrases. Not because of what the statement says, but rather, for what it does not say. Their statement clearly implies that the problem of lead in water from their drinking fountains is fixed, but that's far from what they actually said. - "The highest levels were from" specific drinking fountains. That's nice, but that does not give us any information about the lead levels for any of the other drinking fountains at the facility. That statement is true even if every other fountain in the facility exceeds the legal limits by, say, merely two thousand times instead of two thousand and two hundred times. If the other drinking fountains in the facility were within the legal limit, why didn't they say that? - "Before the pandemic" might feel like it was ages ago, but it's only been a few years. Those children who were exposed to those staggeringly high levels of lead are all less than nine years old. (The daycare takes children from 6 months to 6 years old.) This is the kind of critical reading and thinking that mainstream news {2} coverage often doesn't actually say out loud, and is usually only found on "comedic" news shows like Last Week Tonight and The Daily Show. {3} It's when those programs violate the social norms by actually saying the quiet parts out loud that helps creates their humor. Last Week Tonight in particular has run well-researched, in-depth coverage of dozens of stories that rivals that of any "mainstream" think piece out there and actually says what the story means. Those segments often have bad jokes, crazy mascots, or a long-running gag that means I hear John Oliver's voice whenever I see Adam Driver on screen, true. Regardless, that degree of basic analysis is crucial to us being well-informed. But those programs that dare rock our sensibilities are pushed to the side and not considered "real" reporting. We, the viewing public, are the problem with the news. We are voting with our attention and our dollars for this kind of obfuscation pretending to be objectivity. While mainstream news still seems to be too cowardly -- or beholden to advertising dollars -- to point out things like this, at least we have comedians who are willing to provide that kind of analysis. {1} To their credit, the reporting notes that "the San Diego center was not an outlier" because "high lead levels" were found "up and down the state." {2} Lest anyone be confused: I am not talking Fox News, OAN, and the like here at all, due to their tendency to spread misinformation and lies. Y'know, like that Dominion lawsuit which Fox settled for $787,500,000 for lying about the election. This is about reporting more facts, not fewer. {3} Over four years, Trump's "false or misleading claims" totaled 30,573 -- but it was still rare to hear them called lies in "regular" reporting until after the insurgency on Jan 6, 2021. (For example, see this Vox article from 2018 about the "debate" over that issue.) Featured Image by Krzysztof Pluta from Pixabay Read the full article

[eagletek]

GREG GUTFELD: Stanford, UC Davis protests show the Left has a prescription for failure

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Let’s talk about Stanford. Some call it a college, although now it appears to be little more than a daycare center for brain-dead gas bags. It kicked off last week when the Fifth Circuit Judge Kyle Duncan was invited — remember that word, invited — by the Stanford Law School Federalist Society to give a speech? But when he started, this happened. JUDGE…

[marshmallowpie23]

"Your only tactic ever is strawman, it's getting tiring. Can't you debunk an argument without lying?"

Can you name one time in this reblog-thread where Bizarro lied? Because I can name several times when TERFs and other transphobes have lied. Ever heard of Julie Bindel, the ugly brat who lied about being clocked by a trans woman at a feminist rally? Or how about those screencaps you keep mentioning (sidenote: why the heck do you call them "receipts"? Your radfem lingo is really weird)? Tell me, are they like your TERF-y e-sisters', with all of the harassment cut out to make trans people look as evil as possible?

"Also you're an adult, and y'all are transing children, how about that ?"

To quote Bizarro from earlier, gender dysphoria is a neurological disorder and repressing it can lead to depression or worse. I have a trans friend irl who wasn't allowed to transition until he was 20 because of his Mormon father, and his childhood and teendom were a living hell. Like I've said to your e-sisters before, I don't understand why you're acting like trans people tortured your families. "Oh no, a small minority exists that's slightly weird! Quick, let's spread propaganda about them and geek out whenever Fox News publishes an article about them that's obviously fake!" Lame!

"Being a woman isn't something you can opt if and out. Your sex is immutable. Their will doesn't prove anything besides that they're delusional."

Funny how your hate group claims to be "pro-science", yet you actively ignore any science that doesn't fit your narrative. Anyway, here you go:

"I'm threatened by that if males who self id begin showing up in my spaces asking for stuff we fought centuries for. Our centers, our scholarship, our sports, etc. We won't be silent. Live your life, but leave us alone."

...and trans women going to the bathroom with you to avoid being bullied by bigots violates your rights because...?

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I know you think you're empowering women, @mozagg, but you're not. You're just a pathetic, xenophobic womanchild who's whining because you're afraid of "the icky wiggly". Go back to daycare, morveuse.

still thinking about that deranged ask I received earlier, where the sender assumed I was a lesbian and said I’m not welcome in queer spaces.

the thing is, I’m straight—and I don’t believe I’ve ever said or done anything on here that could give anyone the impression that I’m a lesbian.

except for being an evil terf, of course. this conflation of terfs and lesbians is something I see more and more often. looney troons thinking all terfs are lesbians, and all lesbians are terfs.

when they say “kill all terfs” or “punch terfs” I think we all know what they really mean.

[annewolfzgamer]