#snowball animal farm

[gayjew69]

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FROM THE PIGS OF ANIMAL FARM ^_^

[microwavedtherapod]

gang’s all here!

forgot to post this teehee

[feathery-bastard]

Old ass animal farm fanart go!

(from left to right: Clover, Boxer, Benjamin, Molly, Moses, Snowball, Squealer, Napoleon)

[whydousernamesevenexist]

This meme template just gives me these vibes

[themagicalconchshell]

This is my idea of a very nice evening

[mcpolandsdeath]

Human Snowball design + some doodles of him

spent the whole night drawing his stupid ass i love him so much

i gave him man boobs sorry i just love boobs

i wonder if he likes dogs

[rubberhosetoons]

I legit forgot Snowball is a character in Animal Farm and not just a genetically engineered intelligent hamster with a smart mouse ex boyfriend

[cloudedmydude]

I need to know...is gojo snowball

good god YES HE IS HOW DID YOU KNOW ill get an sc of it

i did do a very bad drawing of snowball gojo,,, might do another one digitally

[king-k-ripple]

You know how Nostalgia Critic likes the intended message of The Lion King but doesn’t like how it’s presented because what happens in the film is somewhat contradictory to the message? I can say the exact same thing about Animal Farm, because, not gonna lie, Snowball kind of botches the intended message of the book/movie.

So the intended message of the Animal Farm is “Power corrupts. Absolute power corrupts absolutely.”, shown by how oppressive Farmer Jones and Napoleon are when they’re in absolute control of the farm, but between Farmer Jones’s and Napoleon’s regimes, Snowball was the one with absolute power and the farm was perfectly fine under his short rule. If absolute power inherently corrupts, Snowball should have ended up exactly like Napoleon, but no. Snowball wasn’t corrupt despite his absolute power. So really the message the book/movie accidentally ends up giving is “With absolute power comes absolute responsibility. Napoleon wasn’t bad because he had absolute power, he was bad because he used his power to replace capitalism with state capitalism instead of real socialism like Snowball.”. I’m sorry, but that’s a huge flaw, and a dangerous one at that, because it’s basically saying that absolutism can work but it just didn’t work this time, almost the same as when a tankie says “Last socialist dictatorship failed, but I promise this socialist dictatorship is sure to succeed.” despite all of us knowing it’s going to fail because it’s going to be under a dictatorship.

Does anyone else see this problem with the message or is it just me?

[concha-de-mar]

I will be so shocked if Napoleon or Squealer die but if they do I think it would be fitting end if they were killed by the puppies, like how Scar was killed by the hyenas

[pancakereportgerardway]

[gayjew69]

HAPPY HANUKKAH!!

[schlock-luster-video]

On July 24, 1957, Animal Farm debuted in Argentina.

[deathsmallcaps]

While touring on the San Diego duck vehicles, we actually caught a glimpse of the navy training dolphins and sea lions. According to the guide, the sea lions were much better at being food motivated and trustworthy, but the dolphins were a bit more agile and quick, so that’s why they use both. They find and ‘tell’ the military where underwater mines are and such

I’m generally against the military, and I’m kind of against using animals in such dangerous jobs. But regardless of my feelings, it’s happening. And I’ve been wondering for a while how ethically involved are these animals. Like, are they domesticated? Are dolphins really that smart, enough that they can consent to this sort of thing? I know they need lots of mental stimulation, like border collies but even more. And I figure this is the right post to ask.

(Also for the record I am 99% sure the duck vehicle company respected the animals well, and asked us not to feed them at all. It’s been about 2 years since I went so I may not remember everything but they seemed good to me)

I think it's a common misconception that domesticating animals is somewhat like enslaving them. It really is more of a symbiotic relationship. No wild animal would have willingly put up with early humans if they didn't get something out of it. Wolves wouldn't have stayed with us and become dogs if they weren't getting food and safety out of it. Many large herbivores that are now domesticated could and would have easily trampled their early human captors or broken their enclosures open if they didn't have a reason to stay. Sometimes individual animals still do if we don't give them what they need.

The animals that have stayed with us for thousands of years have evolved to cooperate with us better. Dogs have additional facial muscles around their eyes that wolves lack in order to mimic human facial expressions. Sheep grow their wool perpetually while their wild counterparts don't because a bigger fleece means they're more likely to be allowed to breed and be kept around. Domestic dairy cows produce much more milk than wild bovine species and domestic hens lay more eggs. Do you know how energy costly producing eggs or milk is for an animal? It's pretty intense! They wouldn't be able to do that if we hadn't given them the food and safety from predators and the elements to.

And we really need to show these animals respect and gratitude for what they give us by taking excellent care of them. They gave up a lot to be with us, often including the means to take care of themselves in the wild. That's a huge reason why I'm not against using animal products, but I hate factory farming. They are still living, breathing creatures with needs and feelings. They deserve a comfortable life and, when the time comes, a humane death.

[mcpolandsdeath]

Snowball! Snowball! Snowball!

I dont know what this means so im assuming this is a invintation to show u my female snowball design that i made at 3am

[breelandwalker]

Snow Moon - February 2025

Boots and mittens on, witches - it’s time for the Snow Moon!

Snow Moon

The Snow Moon is the name given to the full moon which occurs during the month of February. Despite what certain groundhogs will tell you, February is the month that sees the highest rates of snowfall across much of North America, according to the National Weather Service, and many alternative names for the moon and the month in which it falls reflect this.

As with many full moon names, we find the roots of the Snow Moon among the indigenous peoples of North America. In this particular case, a colonist explorer noted in 1760 that the Naudowessie (Dakota) people called this month Snow Moon specifically due to the tendency for snowstorms to come during that month. Some other indigenous names for this moon and month refer to commonly-sighted animals. Some examples include Eagle Moon (Cree), Bear Moon (Ojibwe), Groundhog Moon (Algonquin), and Goose Moon (Haida). Another notable example is Hungry Moon (Cherokee), denoting the scarcity of available food in deep winter.

The moon will be at peak illumination at 8:53am EST on Wednesday, February 12th. It will be below the horizon at this time, meaning the moon may appear to be full on the 11th and the 12th, depending on where you live. It should be highest in the sky around midnight EST on the 12th - the perfect time for magic!

What Does It Mean For Witches?

February is a month of change and transition. Though winter still holds on, many places may be showing early signs of spring. Little buds may be coming out on the trees, certain species of birds are beginning to migrate back, and hibernating animals start to wake up and reappear.

As we begin to turn toward the end of our long winter’s rest, it’s a good time to think about how we prepare for oncoming change and how we care for ourselves and our practices during times of stagnation.

We might also contemplate the concept of distance and stasis as it relates to our practices, be it keeping long-distance bonds fresh, doing things remotely either alone or as part of a larger group, or feeling distant from your craft or your deities. And yes, such things are normal and cyclical. Our inspiration and motivation wax and wane just as the moon does. If it feels like you’ve been far away from your craft for too long, perhaps it’s time to bring it back into your orbit.

What Witchy Things Can We Do?

Gather fresh snow or icicles for moon water, or make your own moon ice by leaving a bowl of water out overnight to freeze, if the temperature drops low enough.

If it snows in your area, you can wish upon a snowball. Grab a handful of powdery snow, whisper your wish to it, and throw the whole thing up in the air to release the wish into the universe

With winter scarcity in mind, practice creating a minimalist spell as an exercise. Create a workable spell with as few components, words, movements, or ritual elements as possible. This is more of a challenge if you’re used to using material components or rituals in your spellwork. Many witches cast spells with focused thought or energy work alone.

You can also try creating a spell with only components and materials that you already have on hand. Explore your home and see how many items you can identify a magical purpose for and brainstorm different ways they could be used in your craft.

Explore the concept of self care as magic. Use your routines to create moments of rest and harmony, make a point of being kind to your body and your mind, and cultivate a more positive relationship with yourself - it’s the only one guaranteed to last a lifetime.

Connect with your local biome by looking for any early signs of spring in your area. Feed the returning birds and identify the plant and animal species you see around you as they appear one by one.

Happy Snow Moon, witches! 🌕❄️

SOURCES & FURTHER READING:

Bree’s Lunar Calendar Series

Bree’s Secular Celebrations Series

Snow Moon: Full Moon in February 2025, The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

Snow Moon: The Extraordinary Full Moon of February 2025, The Peculiar Brunette.

Witchcraft Exercise - Home Brews, Bree NicGarran. (Masterlist here)

Moon Info - Full Moon Dates for 2025

Calendar-12 - 2025 Moon Phases

Everyday Moon Magic: Spells & Rituals for Abundant Living, Dorothy Morrison, Llewellyn Publications, 2004.

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