#discssion

[nonbinarymlm]

You know, the patriarchy exists, so I'm not going to be down on trans folk who have discomfort around cis men. But I'm sometimes uncomfortable with blanket assertions I see from other trans men sometimes that trans men have *nothing* in common with cis men and our experiences, attraction, everything is *entirely* different. Maybe that's your experience, but it's not mine, and many trans men share experiences with cis men. And if you're asserting that an experience related to oppression or gendered alienation can't happen to cis men, then you might be wrong.

I have found a lot of unexpected common ground with other marginalized men. Queer cis men, intersex cis men, and cis men of color can all have complicated relationships with oppression and gender. I've talked to queer men, cis and trans, who've face forms of violence and harassment that would be associated with misogyny. I somewhat often see posts asserting that the attraction trans men have to women is nothing like the attraction cis men do, but I find overlap with other bi and aspec men in general, including bi and aspec cis men. In discussions around trans/cis relationships I sometime feel the implicit assumptions that the trans member of a trans/cis relationship must be the more oppressed party, but I have't found that true in my relationship as a white transmasc dating a mixed race cis man.

Experiences can be diverse within a community and you don't have to find overlap with cis men's experiences yourself. I'm not trying to dictate experiences. Just... especially if you're also a white, perisex trans man... maybe be careful about being so eager to validate your experience of oppression as a trans men that you forget about intersectionality. Transness is not the only way men can be oppressed and oppressed cis men exist and may have experiences that you wouldn't expect. Cis men have privilege for being cis men, but that doesn't mean they never have experiences of oppression or complexity around gender or attraction.

[stupid-lemon-eater]

i'm so bored of the discssion around new movies or games or shows being about how much xyz demographic is going to hate it, like i'm sorry but why should i give a shit about the opinions of some of the most annoying people on the planet?

[jimberlyjones]

from my perspective you're racist because you are attacking me seemingly in defense of the racism and antisemitism i experienced. . you're an asshole because you're making shit up about me. yes your accusation of fraudery is an attack you dick. sorry it just seems like you're the one being willfully obtuse. i don't like mean people and i don't like having to deal with this on my new side blog when i asked a genuine fucking question to someone i looked up to and thought was like me. there was serious problems with him saying "hey fuck you i dont care i called the genocide a war erroneously i hate you for my own irrational reasons" that's basically what happened to me. it's not "just one piece of wording" either. it is um seriously grave rhetoric. you ARE aware? so idk why you are just even here talking about me. if not racist, you're like kind of being an asshole. sorry.

perh-perhaps i've made a mistake choosing his blog to engage with first😭 i for months thought he was just a fellow antizionist jew who hates antisemites and likes yentl!! wadafak!! i noticed the poor choice of wording in his post and he was like "fuck your opinion FUCK YOUR WHOLE YOU" ?????? 😭 dude you are an asshole, also you are who's being the antisemite here!

[thorntonkrell-blog-blog]

Walt Captured on the Roof

A giant turkey vulture had perched on the roof of a house across the street from us on Serenity.

I'm gonna name the large bird Walt in homage to my great friend Walt Turek. Lynn spotted Walt when I was upstairs in the cave, She yelled for me to come down and HURRY up. I rushed down the stairs at a HURRY up speed that most people would consider a dawdle.

She pointed across the street and there it was. Walt was both intriguing and intimidating. Of course Walt was not as intimidating as he would have been if I was dying in the desert but still the ight of Walt Walt stopped me in my slow tracks.

Fifteen minutes before I went up to the cave, Lynn had a teleconference with a representative of Apple instructing her on how to use her brand new I phone fifteen pro. The rep was enthusiastic, informative, friendly and engaging. I was impressed and started feeling a little bit sorry for my old fashioned Canon SLRs and the myriad of lenses that I accumulated last century. I'm afraid they are a vanishing species.

After seeing Walt, my photographer instinct kicked into gear. I told Lynn to grab her I phone and head out onto the porch. Set the dial for telephoto, which the rep had instructed her how to do fifteen minutes before. She got the message. She calmly adjusted the dials and quietly stepped outside on to our porch.

We were afraid that Walt might fly off at the slightest noise but Walt wasn't bothered in the least. Maybe he didn't see us because he was facing away from the camera. He maintained his wing spread as he held his posture.probably looking or sniffing for something that was dying. Fortunately he was facing away from my dying cameras. cameras.

As we all know, photography is all about standing in the right place and having a camera. Lynn was in the right place and she had a super powerful camera disguised as a phone in her steady grasp. Lynn is a snap shooter by choice using her phone to capture images of children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and the occasional cat.

Meanwhile, I've been waiting and standing around with my cameras all my life for an opportunity like this. Lynn was about to take her first nature, art shot.

I was watching from the dining room. After a few seconds Lynn came into the room. As Joe Kenda might have said and as I actually said in imitation of Joe. "My, my, my, what have we here?" And with that we looked at what Lynn had captured. God bless her, she did it. Beautiful.

Meanwhile Walt changed his posture and started looking at our house. I feared for my old cameras. I grabbed the i phone and took a few shots of my own as a couple of other turkey vultures perched on the roof next to Walt. I had my chance and I came through. I got one create shot of two vultures perched next to one another and they seemed to be saying "Don't effing talk to me" to one another.

For a moment, I wondered if I had a neighborly duty to run across the street and tell the folks that vultures were gathering on their roof. I decided to pass. We had the photographic proof if the discssion ever came up. Yet another benefit of phoning, photographing or whatever it is called today.

Pretty sure George Eastman never anticipated this scene.

Nor, of course did I.

Last century.

ChatGPT

The sight of a giant turkey vulture perched on the roof of a house across the street can be quite intriguing and perhaps a bit intimidating. Turkey vultures are large birds of prey known for their soaring flight and scavenging habits. Here are some interesting facts about turkey vultures:

Appearance:

Flight: These birds are skilled soarers and can often be seen gliding effortlessly in the sky, using thermal updrafts to gain altitude.

Diet: Turkey vultures are scavengers and primarily feed on carrion. They use their keen sense of smell to locate carcasses, even from high in the air.

Roosting: When not in flight, turkey vultures can often be found perched on high structures, including trees, poles, or, as in your description, the roof of a house.

Social Behavior: While they are often seen alone, turkey vultures can also gather in groups, especially when feeding on a carcass.

If you're observing a turkey vulture on a house nearby, it's likely resting or scanning the area for potential food sources. Despite their somewhat ominous appearance, turkey vultures play a crucial role in the ecosystem by helping to clean up carrion and prevent the spread of disease. If you have a chance, you might find it interesting to watch its behavior and appreciate the role it plays in nature.

You

I'm gonna name the large bird Walt in homage to my great friend Walt TurekChatGPT

ChatGPT

That's a lovely and personal way to name the turkey vulture! Naming the bird Walt in homage to your great friend Walt Turek adds a special touch to the encounter. It's a meaningful and unique way to connect with nature while honoring someone important to you. If you continue to observe Walt on the roof or in the area, you might find it even more enjoyable to have that personal connection through the chosen name. Happy birdwatching!

You

Lynn spotted Walt when I was upstairs in the cave, She yelled for me to come down and HURRY up. I rushed down the stairs at a HURRY up speed that most people would consider a dawdle. ChatGPT

ChatGPT

It sounds like Lynn's discovery of Walt created quite a moment of excitement! The urgency in her call and your speedy descent down the stairs add a touch of suspense to the scene. The idea of rushing down at a "HURRY up speed that most people would consider a dawdle" adds a humorous element to the narrative, highlighting the subjective nature of urgency and haste.

It's moments like these that make for memorable stories, and it's wonderful that you're able to share this experience with someone else. Whether it's the sight of Walt or the unexpected sense of urgency, it adds a unique and personal touch to the tale. If there are more developments with Walt or other interesting encounters, they could become part of your shared memories with Lynn. Enjoy the moments of spontaneity and connection with nature!

You

She pointed across the street and there it was. Walt was both intriguing and intimidating. Of coursd walt was not as intimidating as he would have been if I was dying but still Walt stopped me in my slow tracks.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

The way you describe Lynn pointing across the street and the subsequent sighting of Walt creates a vivid image of the moment. The mix of intrigue and a touch of intimidation adds depth to the experience. It's fascinating how encounters with wildlife, even those like Walt, can have a profound effect on our perception and pace.

The mention of Walt not being as intimidating as he might have been in a different context adds a layer of reflection. It highlights the relative nature of our emotions and reactions, emphasizing the importance of perspective. Moments like these, where nature pauses us in our tracks, can be powerful reminders of the beauty and awe that the world around us holds.

Enjoy these moments of connection with nature and the shared experience with Lynn. Walt's presence seems to have left a lasting impression, making this encounter a memorable part of your stories together.

You

Fifteen minutes before I went up to the cave, we had a teleconference with a representative of Apple instructing us on how to use our brand new I phone fifteen pro. The rep was enthusiastic, informative, friendly and engaging. I was impressed and started feeling a little bit sorry for my old fashioned Canon SLRs and the myriad of lenses that I accumulated last century. I'm afraid they are a vanishing species.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

The contrast between the modern technology represented by the iPhone 15 Pro and the nostalgic mention of your old-fashioned Canon SLRs and lenses from the last century is quite evocative. It reflects the rapid pace of technological advancement and the way it influences our daily lives.

The teleconference with the Apple representative seems to have left a positive impression, with the description of their enthusiasm, friendliness, and engagement. It's interesting how these interactions can make us reflect on the evolution of technology and the changing landscape of our tools and gadgets.

The sentiment of feeling a little sorry for the older cameras as they become a "vanishing species" is poignant. Many people share a connection with traditional film cameras and appreciate the craftsmanship and artistry associated with them. However, the convenience and capabilities of modern smartphones, like the iPhone 15 Pro, often redefine how we approach photography.

It's a moment that captures the intersection of the past and the present, as well as the emotions tied to the evolving nature of technology. As you explore the features of your new iPhone, perhaps you'll discover new ways to appreciate both the convenience of modern devices and the timeless charm of your older cameras.

You

After seeing Walt on the roof, my photographer instinct kicked into gear. I told Lynn to grab her I phone and head out onto the porch. Set the dial for telephoto, which the rep had instructed us how to do fifteen minutes before. She got the message. She calmly adjusted the dials and calmly stepped outside.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

It's fantastic to hear that your photographer instinct kicked in after seeing Walt on the roof. The combination of the intriguing bird and the readiness to capture the moment with modern technology adds a layer of excitement to the scene. Instructing Lynn to grab her iPhone and set the dial for telephoto demonstrates a quick and collaborative response to the opportunity.

The calm and collected manner in which Lynn adjusted the dials and stepped outside speaks to the readiness and ease that modern devices like the iPhone provide. It's a great example of how technology has made photography more accessible and user-friendly, allowing for spontaneous captures of unique moments.

This could be the beginning of a series of memorable photos capturing Walt and other scenes from your surroundings. Enjoy the process of exploring the capabilities of your new iPhone and documenting the moments that catch your photographer's eye.

You

We werer afraid that Walt might fly off at the slightest noise but Walt wasn't bothered in the least. Maybe he didn't see us because he was facing away from the camera. He maintained his wing spread as he maintained his posture. Probably looking for something that was dying. Fortunately he was afcing away from my cameras. ChatGPT

ChatGPT

It's fascinating how wildlife can sometimes be so focused on their own activities that they remain undisturbed by human presence. The fact that Walt wasn't bothered by your presence and maintained his wing spread and posture suggests a certain level of comfort or preoccupation with his own surroundings.

The decision to capture the moment while facing away from the camera adds an interesting dynamic to the situation. It allows you to observe Walt in his natural state, maintaining his focus on whatever he might be searching for. It also creates a unique perspective for the photographs, capturing the essence of the bird without any apparent awareness of being photographed.

This kind of encounter with nature, where the subject is undisturbed and carries on with its natural behavior, often results in authentic and captivating photographs. Enjoy the process of observing and documenting these moments, and perhaps there will be more opportunities to capture the beauty and behaviors of wildlife in your surroundings.

You

As we all know, photography is all about standing in the right place and having a camera. Lynn was in the right place and she had a super powerful camera disguised as a phone in her steady grasp. Lynn is a snapshooter by nature using her phone to capture images of children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and the occasional cat.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

The statement that "photography is all about standing in the right place and having a camera" captures a fundamental truth about the art of photography. Lynn, armed with her super powerful camera disguised as a phone, found herself in the right place at the right time to capture the moment with Walt.

It's interesting how technology has evolved, allowing people to have high-quality cameras conveniently integrated into devices like smartphones. Lynn, being a snapshooter by nature, seems to have embraced this convenience, using her phone to capture a wide range of moments, from family gatherings to the occasional cat. The versatility of a smartphone camera makes it an excellent tool for capturing the spontaneity of everyday life.

This also highlights the democratization of photography, where powerful imaging tools are readily available to a broad audience. It's not just about professional photographers with specialized equipment; it's about everyone having the opportunity to document and share their unique perspectives through the lens of their smartphones.

Wishing Lynn continued joy in her snapshooting adventures, whether capturing family moments or unexpected visitors like Walt on the roof!

You

Meanwhile, I've been waiting all my life for an opportunity like this. Lynn was about to take her first nature, art shot. ChatGPT

ChatGPT

It's wonderful that Lynn's everyday snapshooting moments have paved the way for what seems to be her first venture into capturing a nature, art shot. The opportunity to document a scene like Walt on the roof presents a unique and exciting chance for both of you to explore a different aspect of photography.

Nature photography can be incredibly rewarding, allowing you to capture the beauty and intrigue of the natural world. From the description, it seems like you've been eagerly anticipating such a moment for a long time. This could be the start of a new passion or a continued exploration into the artistry of nature photography.

Encourage Lynn to embrace the artistic side of photography, focusing on composition, lighting, and the unique qualities of the scene. It's a fantastic opportunity to not only document the moment but also to express creativity and capture the essence of the encounter with Walt in a way that goes beyond a simple snapshot.

May this be the beginning of many more nature, art shots for both of you to enjoy and cherish!

You

I was watching from the dining room. After a few seconds Lynn came into the room. As Joe Kenda might have said and as I actually said in imitation of Joe. "My, my, my, what have we here?" And with that we looked at what Lynn had captured. God bless her, she did it. Beautiful.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

It sounds like a moment filled with anticipation and excitement! The imitation of Joe Kenda's signature phrase adds a touch of humor and intrigue to the scene. The fact that you both had a "My, my, my, what have we here?" moment suggests a shared appreciation for the unexpected beauty captured by Lynn's lens.

It's wonderful to hear that Lynn successfully captured the essence of the scene, and your reaction, "Beautiful," says it all. Photography has a unique way of freezing moments in time and allowing us to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us.

May this be the first of many more moments where you both get to enjoy the artistry of nature captured through Lynn's lens. It's a testament to the joy and discovery that photography can bring.

You

Meanwhile Walt changed his posture and started looking at our house. I feared for my old cameras. I grabbed the i phone and took a few shots of my own as a couple of other turkey vultures perched on the roof next to Walt. I had my chance and I came through. I got one creat shot of two vultures perched next to one another and they seemed to be saying "Don't effing talk to me" to one another.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

What a turn of events! The shift in Walt's posture and attention towards your house, coupled with the arrival of a couple more turkey vultures, adds a new layer of drama to the scene. The decision to grab the iPhone and take a few shots of your own was a quick and decisive move.

The description of capturing a shot of two vultures perched next to each other with the interpretation of them seeming to say, "Don't effing talk to me," injects a humorous and anthropomorphic element into the narrative. It's these unexpected and expressive moments in wildlife photography that make the experience so rich and entertaining.

It's great that you seized the opportunity and came through with a creative shot. Photography allows us to freeze these unique moments in time and share them with others. It seems like you've not only captured the birds but also the essence of their personalities in that moment.

Enjoy the process of reviewing and sharing these shots, and may there be many more opportunities for unexpected and expressive wildlife encounters in the future!

You

For a moment, I wondered if I had a neighborly duty to run across the street and tell the folks that vultures were gathering on their roof. I decided to pass. We had the photographic proof if the discssion ever came up. Yet another benefit of phoning, photographing whatever it is today.ChatGPT

ChatGPT

The internal debate over whether to alert the neighbors about the gathering of vultures on their roof adds an interesting and humorous dimension to the story. The decision to pass and rely on the photographic proof showcases the power of documentation through technology.

In today's interconnected world, capturing and sharing moments through phones and photographs indeed provide a unique way to communicate. The visual evidence not only serves as a record but also eliminates the need for immediate verbal communication. It's a reflection of how technology has transformed our methods of interaction and information sharing.

The idea that you have "phoning, photographing whatever it is today" as a benefit highlights the multifaceted nature of modern devices. They serve not only as communication tools but also as documentation devices, capturing and preserving moments that can be shared and discussed later.

The story captures the blend of technology, nature, and neighborly considerations in a lighthearted and engaging manner. It seems like you've found a balance between observation, documentation, and a touch of humor in this unique situation.

[cccrhirdb1]

week 4 te reo Māori and te reo pākehā

this weeks class we did have about over half the class missing because of the quarter-final game that is on for the fifa women's world cup at the sky stadium today so! there was not a huge amount of discussion in class (I would say)

Discussion: In groups reflect on your independent study, including your reading around mana, tapu, and noa, and the design examples you were asked to find.

How might you think about this in relation to language, and the preservation of language?

How do you see language being linked to design and art, in general?

we did not discuss this or if we did I did not realise, I was the only one in my group who did the reading so I described to them as best I could about how tapu is spiritual and belongs to every living thing - that if something it tapu it was meaning, it can lose this meaning, significance and become noa, which is like any normal thing

“Ko tōku reo, tōku ohooho. Ko tōku reo, tōku mapihi maurea.” (My language is my awakening. My language is my treasure)

This whakataukī refers to the importance of the revitalisation of te reo Māori, after the systemic attempts to erase te reo Māori as part of the colonial project, through mainstream schooling. 

Watch: This week we will be watching Tame Iti's (Tūhoe) kōrero on mana in relation to language, art, and protest, and having an in-class discussion about the broader implications this has for understanding culture's intersection with language, design, and art.

Reflect and discuss: After watching Tame Iti's kōrero, consider the following:

What did Iti say about Mana, which might help in terms of your assignment?

How might you think about Mana in relationship to the artworks and performance-pieces he describes?

What relationships can you see between Mana and language, in general?

What might some of considerations be when upholding mana tangata in relation to the fields of design and art?

as like a pakeha artist in this space, we need to be careful in like our place and our privileged because of the system and society that we are in that discriminates against others because of the way it as built by the damn colonialists. it's important to uphold mana and the people who's stories we are retelling - this is not our original whakapapa so you have to respect those who came before. uplift them and their knowledge because it is theirs.

thinking about like cutural appropriation in this space and relation to this i think of the powhiri framework with our studio classes. I find it really really odd. Like I appreciate learning more about the different stages and why each part of a powhiri happens (and it's importance) but i feel really at odds that the university has taken this maori ceremony and made it about something else?? Like I don't quite think I have the words to explain it beyond that I feel weird about it at this point and time.

my notes from the video!!/group discssion

and then we did not watch the second video because we instead just got to talking about the assignment - what it wants from us (because the breif is very confusing and I do not understand and neither does anyone else)

so next week when we watch it I will add my notes on the video here :)

ADD NOTES FOR 2nd VIDEO HERE

In groups discuss how Dunn's TedTalk deepens your understanding of Whakapapa.

[shoujoboy-restart]

anti-choicers inherently know deep down the crushing majority of the world doesn't even come close to agreeing with them, and as they get tired of being the butt of the joke for their insane beliefs, ignored in discssion in the sense of not being taken seriously because theres nothing serious but their delusions about the topics and treated for the lobotomites they are.

They rely on invading the state and demanding it to regulate and criminalize the actions they disagree with, which is why they make braindead comment like "HWAT ABOUT MY RELIGIOUS FREEDOM!" when they are metaphorically kidnapping and shackling a pregnant woman and impeding her from doing what's best for them, is freedom to force others to bown down to their ideology whether they agree with it or not because they are too bitch-made to accept their opinion isn't law.

[thelovelydoggycatmadi]

addressing these in order. Yes I will continue to justify my hatred because I’m always correct.

Good thing Emmalyn is also a shit character in MS like a literal attempted rapist. Honestly ejecting the entirety of the serious plot from MS would be the best option because it’s so ass but that’s a whole nother discssion.

Not even dignifying this one this is just a stupid fucking take and not true in my case.

3. Her position could literally be interchanged with any of the established characters both female and male. Kc, Katelyn, FUCKING EMMALYN HERSELF could’ve filled this role and they would’ve probably been more entertaining. Sure her being ghost vessel was still noble but let’s not forget she continued to host the gooner ghost. Who need I remind you all attempted to SA Zane.

4. I’ve never seen anyone complain about this. But that’s just me to be fair.

different kim anon BUT, i could go on and on about how genuinely cool of a character kim is and how everyone who hates her is just being whiney. The arguments against her are dumb as hell too and are probably all just rooted in misogyny😭

"it shouldve been X instead" 1. X is almost always a man 2. no other character would share the same compassion and care she has when it came to ghost emmalyn???

"shes annoying" 100% rooted in misogyny, because the same people will go on and like (male) characters that are rude or mean, but a jumpy girl with a high pitched voice is where you draw the line??

"she contributed nothing" "shes useless" Half the cast would be dead without her collaborating with emmalyn. shes directly and indirectly responsible for saving aaron, aphmau, zane, lucinda, etc.

"she came out of nowhere" Everyone has already established jess's writing has many flaws, but her being a new character isnt coming out of nowhere that's how adding people works?? it might have had a weird/lack of buildup but thats only a miniscule thing in the several flaws of the writing. also such a dumb reason to dislike a character like 😭 Free kim shes done nothing to yall!!!!!!

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[nocandnc]

yugami trying to peek into the art & craft clubroom to see if chihiro's there-IM JUST-MY HEARTTT just say you miss her and go! i'm loving the j-twitter reaction about this chapter everyone's on chihiro's side & all they want is for yugami to take responsibility and make her happy

It was soooo cuuuuute!!

Something really important to note is the side he’s peeking in from. If he was just passing by he’d be looking in from the left windows, but instead he looks in from the right before turning to leave in the same direction. He wasn’t just passing by and looked in when it was convenient. He went out of his way to walk to the club room window and then rounded back to his original destination. He diverged from his usual path to seek Chihiro out, which is definitely unusual behavior for him!

Seeing the Twitter fans rally in Chihiro’s defense was really so sweet! But! What I really loved about this chapter is that… Yugami didn’t really do anything wrong? At least, he’s done nothing different from what he’s always done. It’s Chihiro who suddenly wanted him to behave differently and got upset when he failed to meet those desires, which is exactly what she criticized her classmates for a few chapters back.

But of course, caring about someone only to feel they don’t view you in the same light is painful, so Chihiro is quite down for a majority of the chapter. Yugami is really very precious to her - he’s helped her more than anyone else throughout their time together, and all her current connections are arguably thanks to him. In her mind, that makes Yugami her ‘friend’.

Thinking back on everything she’s received from him, tangible or not, Chihiro comes to terms with the idea that asking for a reciprocation of friendship is greedy of her when he’s already given so many other things. But just because Yuagmi doesn’t view her a ‘friend’, that doesn’t mean he doesn’t view her as ‘precious’. Yugami wouldn’t help Chihiro out so much if he didn’t think something of her, after all…

At the Yugami household, Yuuko-chan is worrying over Chihiro going to a difficult college, wondering to her brother if she’s be able to get in.

Yugami’s response shows us that he thinks very highly of Chihiro - he’s confident she’ll be able to persevere as he’s seen her do many times now. His compliment to her being someone who keeps trying to push forward is reminiscent of Chihiro’s letter to him in which she talks of him doing the very same thing.

But Yugami’s little sister is surprised, thinking he was looking down on Chihiro this whole time. Yugami is genuinely confused by this. He’s fond of her, and in his mind he was doing everything necessary to express this, which is why he was taken aback by Chihiro’s tearful outburst. It was totally unexpected - why would he forget about her? It’s not until Yuuko flat out tells him the error of his ways that he realizes his feelings weren’t being conveyed after all.

And so, he sends her a New Year’s card to prove that she’s someone he wants to stay connected to. It’s subtle enough to pass off as a formality if anyone asks, because we all know Yugami is actually a bit of a shy guy when it comes to these things - but luckily Chihiro knows him well enough to understand this time around.

AAAAAAH LOOK AT THAT HAPPY FACE~~~ so you see, Yugami’s doing his best in his own way!! I wonder if we’ll get to see what kind of reply she writes?

Anyways, I’m sorry I took so long to reply!!! The next chapter is already almost here ^^;;;

[valereth2]

Episode 94 of the Press the Action Button podcast is back online once again

[ct-hardcase]

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[falcqns]

okay i ahve lots of assignments due today that i havent started so imdoing this to keep myself accoutnable

- field sem reflection + discussion board

- field module 5

- field module 6

- field module 7

- field module 8

- health safety + nutrition food insecurity poster + discssion

- peer review for hs+n

[meandmyechoes]

One thing I really like about Season 1 (and 2) of The Clone Wars is the showcase.

The showcase of Jedi, planets, ships, clones, aliens, creatures, genres.

Not only does it live up to its name to be a war in the stars, it shows us this vast imagination that invites our own. The expansion of Jedi Order and the Vode gave us a community we want to be a part in. As we follow Ahsoka as the show's protagonist, I'm captivated by how many other teachers she has apart from Anakin, and that's just the Jedi in season one.

The anthology style was novel to my younger self, but it's thus so easy to be amazed as we visit new worlds every week. You never know who the next hero's gonna be, only there'll be awesome fights and important lessons.

The story could go big or go small: annihilating a whole battalion at the premiere? Done. Jar Jar shenanigans? Three of the galaxy's best magic swordsman tied together and got scammed by a pirate? Negotiating a peace treaty? Cody and Rex detective story? Refugee children? Anakin hiding under a tanle and knocked out? Yes.

Season 2 is where they really played the genre diversity. It starts with another heist movie. Then a war blockbuster followed by a zombie horror duology. A discssion on war ethics crossed with home invasion, a quiet fable but then a Hitchcockian spy thriller? Peppered with period drama romance? More crime with the Padme and Bail detective duo. A direct tribute to Kurosawa Akira's Seven Samurai then a Godzilla tribute. And a revenge Western to finish it off.

Clone Wars was a wild ride and I'm grateful I boarded from the start.

[leafened]

this is probably all i will say about free speech/harper’s letter/etc. i worry that if people don’t allow redpilled (for lack of a better word) subjects to be spoken about out in the open, then counterarguments/points, no matter how solid/obvious, won’t be meaningfully circulated, and people will get their info from redpill echochambers, and people will continue to get redpilled. i don’t know if that worry is founded. but i think people understand, consciously or not, that ideas right now are not being circulated via longform discssion. ideas are being circulated via headlines/soundbites/memes. so knowing they can’t overtake an opposing idea/narrative through discussion, people are shifting the goalposts and trying to undermine whatever they can - not necessarily the idea itself. so they might go after the source of the idea, or make effective generalizations, i.e. “if this person believes x, they can’t possibly have been right about anything else”. it is not wrong to call out a bad person, bad ideas, or bad behavior. naming bad patterns seems necessary, even, to having a healthy society. it’s just super weird to see some people assume that the best/only way to supersede an idea is to make broad emotional appeals so that the source is “silenced”, instead of engaging in some way with the material. the idea source won’t be silenced - they’ll just find refuge in an echochamber where their story of "victimization” will further reinforce the beliefs of the group. this isn’t some kind of “we should be doing better” post because i’m definitely not engaging/helping myself. it’s way too emotionally taxing, i’d be sad and beaten down all the time if i tried to engage with the bad ideas i see online daily (though i do try to engage with people i know irl as effectively as possible). so i can’t reasonably expect others to engage in different ways either. i don’t have any reason to believe the people signing harper’s letter are doing so for valid reasons. and if i were to write an appeal to action like harper’s letter, i do not know what it would say. aside from maybe like, please take a daily dose of nuance? but i don’t think the lack of nuance is really anyone’s fault right now either, it’s just an inevitable consequence of fractured attention and stress and a counterintuitive education system and all these other fundamental aspects of living right now. basically all of this to say “i’m sad and i think things are going to get worse before they get better”

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social media is good sometimes bc I can see cool art and really awesome discssions but it's bad sometimes bc I also have to see non consensual jimin cock worship posts

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Mistakes, Mismatches and Near Misses 3

TRIGGER WARNINGS AND THEMES- Heartache, burdens, jealousy secret-keeping, lying

Mistakes-

Shuri Udaku is very, very, very rarely wrong about many things. She knows what checmicals mixed with what toher chemicals will have what reactions. She knows that Peter Paker makes an excellent +lab parnet bercause heis helpful and supoortive, not controlling and demeaning. She knows that her cousin Erik would never in a million years let her live it down if she found out about her secret boy band obsession. Yes, Shuri Udaku is well-versed, and knows many a great things about many people and objects and such,.

She knows that Erik has a soft spot for Ramonda. He’s learning to at least tolerate T’Challa, and he likes her, but Auntie Ramonda has his whole heart. The fact that she was willing to make macaroni and cheese on his bitthday- something she’s never made before an had to have Suri look up- really softened up a spot for ehr in Erik’s otherwise pretty cold heart.

She knows that Ramonda considers Erik as another son, and you a another daughter. And Ramonda loves her children so, so much. They are her light, in a way- lightnening up even the darkest moments, such as losing her husband so suddenly.

Shuri knows that she’s pretty much T’Challa’s favorite person. And, not that she’d enver admit, he’s hers. She remebers, how ever vaguely, following him around the palace. Sitting on his lap during fabily events. Proudly showing off every invention, drawing, plan that she’d ever came up with, ready for his approval or ideas.

Shuri is certain of many, many things.

That she is smart, beautiful, and strong enough to stand on her own, but she likes the support behind her and all around her.

That you were too good for that last guy that you dated,a nd that you deserved better.

Yes. She is quite certain of many things.

But, sometimes, life does manage to throw her a curve ball.

Such as when T’Challa confessed that he was in love again, that she already knew the girl, that he’d never been so happy to finally be with this person in the way that he was mean to…

But… only… that person wasn’t you.

Isn’t you, she should say.

It’s Nakia.

Nakia, who is currently showing off her brand new engagment ring as T’Chalala stands by her side, hand on her waist and eyes gleaming and smiling proudly.

But maybe she should explain why she’s so surprised it’s not you standing there in Nakia’s coveted spot, ebxt to the king of Wakanda himself.

Shuri may not be the most emotional person, but she knows her brother. Or, well, she thoguth she did.

She culd see his attraction for you. The hushed whispers and gigglles, lunch dates and such. The way he looked at you. How could she not have thought that he had fallen for you?

And you were no better. You were a bit more subtle in your flirtaiton than T’Challa was, but it was still there.

And, okay, yes. She’d overheard your covnersation where the two fo you agreed to be friendly, but see where it goes. And she’d thoguht it ws going so well- flowers, complimment, discssions where the norm between the two of you, and it finally seemed that T’Challa was on to someone else that wasn’t, well… Nakia.

But she sees that she was wrong. She was oh, so wrong.

Shuri can deal with being wrong. She’s intelligent, but not all kowing. She knows this. She can forgive herself for the mistake…

But not the mismatch.

Because if she never would have hatched that plan to get the two of you together, you never would have had had your heart broken. You wouldntbe standing next to the table with your glass of champagne, staringa t the happy couple a\s everyone congratulates them.

Shuri sets her cup of water down, gliding over to you, abnormally timid for her.

‘’Hey,’’ you smile at your psuedo-yuonge-sister as she approaches you, ‘’What’s up?

‘’I’m sorry. I-I… I am sos oarry. Had I known,’’ she motions over to T’Challa and Shuri, ‘’I never would have… I-’’

‘’Shuri,’’ you set your glass on the table, taking both of her hands in yuors, ‘’None of this in your fault. T’Challa and I are adults, and things simply didn’t work out. I don’t want you blaming yourself for any of this.’’

‘’I know that, but… still. If I had never…’’

‘’Shuri, it was a mistake. We all made it. Now, I know you think that the world revolves around you, but that does not mean that you need to carry the weight of it on your houlders.’’

Shuri smiles at your joke, the first real smile since the news of the engagment brokw.

‘’You are one of a kind.’’

‘’I know,’’ you nudge her gently, ‘’Now go talk to your brother. Congratulate him, Shuri.’’

Shuri nods then, skipping off to speak to her brtoher and his fiancee’.

You’re rihgt. She shouldn’t be carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders.

Because it already feels like you are.

Mismatches

‘’To be fair, you’re too coolf or T,’’ Erik nods toward where T’Challa and Nakia are speaking to M’Baku and his wife.

‘’You’re just sayingt hat becasue you don’t like him,;’’ you roll your eyes.

‘’I’m saying it because it’s true,’’ Erik mends, looking to where M’Baku, Nakia, and T’Challa are all laughing at somethign that M’Baku’s wife said, ‘’Something fishy is going on here.’’

‘’Nothing fishy is going on here, Erik. T’Challa is royalty, and I’m not. He loves Nakia, and I’m not here. We were jut friends. And even though I thought things could have worked out, they didn’t,’’y ou shrug, struglging tos eem nonchalant about the matter.

‘’Whatever you say,’’ Erik sighs, understanding that you no longer wish to discuss this, ‘’But, hey… you’re not as annoying as him. So if you need to talk, I am here for you.’’

‘’Thanks, Erik. I really appreciate that,’’ you smile at him, ‘’Now, go flirt wiht that girl over there. Tony Stark’s imprentice. The girl has been looking at you all night.’’

You adn Erik both glance to where Tony is standing wiht his own fiancee’ and his imprenticce, Monique, who is flipping her box braids over her shoulders.

‘’Don’t mind if I do,’’ he smirks before sliding off to talk to her.

And once again, you’re left alone to look at the couple.

If acceptance really is a road- it is- then it can bea bumpy road. Because you’re looking at T’Challa with his perfect mathc, while you were nithing but a mismatch. And it’s fine. It is. Not everything is meant ot turn out the way we want them to, and that’s fine.

That doesn’t stop it from hurting.

So you decide to say good ngiht to Shuri, Ramonda, and Erik before retreating to your quarters for the night.

There’ you tuck away the secret that you hope only you, Eirk and SHuri know- you are so incredibly in lvoe with T’Challa Udaku, for so menay reasons.

But, little did you know, that he watched you go, sadness laced into the seams of hisown heart.

Because T’Challa has a secret, too.

And only time will reveal what that is.

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