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A black 1950s car fueling up at an orange and yellow gas pump under a concrete canopy in a curved, mid-century, minimalist design.
Prague, 1956. Gas station designed by architect Josef Gočár
Photo: Frank Scherschel (1907 - 1981)
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Photo: Frank Scherschel (1907 - 1981)
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A bowl of baked beans and corn sits on a colorful glass cutting board on my kitchen counter. In the corner are the handle of a brayer and a print I’m working on right now.
Beans-and-corn.
When I was a kid this was one of the least expensive ways my parents found to get big bowls of complete protein to three kids.
My dad would get cheapo baked beans and add frozen corn and then add ketchup and mustard and barbecue sauce and brown sugar. I used Busch’s instead (ROLLLL that beautiful bean footage), but still ended up adding a little bbq sauce.
It was filling and hot and delicious and the corn adds both sweetness and more texture than just the smooshy beans on their own.
Even my kid who doesn’t like baked beans not only liked it, but spent a bunch of time talking about how much he liked it, so that’s kind of fun.
When I was a kid this was one of the least expensive ways my parents found to get big bowls of complete protein to three kids.
My dad would get cheapo baked beans and add frozen corn and then add ketchup and mustard and barbecue sauce and brown sugar. I used Busch’s instead (ROLLLL that beautiful bean footage), but still ended up adding a little bbq sauce.
It was filling and hot and delicious and the corn adds both sweetness and more texture than just the smooshy beans on their own.
Even my kid who doesn’t like baked beans not only liked it, but spent a bunch of time talking about how much he liked it, so that’s kind of fun.
My version of this uses the frozen corn that has other veggies in it like bell peppers and onions (*not* peas & carrots) , often called something like "Southwestern" depending on the brand, mayhap you'd like that as well?
(Sometimes I add some cumin & chili powder for an "instant chili" if you will.) Then if you have leftovers throw an egg on in the morning and/or put some in a tortilla for insta-burrito.
(Sometimes I add some cumin & chili powder for an "instant chili" if you will.) Then if you have leftovers throw an egg on in the morning and/or put some in a tortilla for insta-burrito.
@williwaw that all sounds good! Tonight it was mostly just for nostalgia’s sake, and m’lovely wife doesn’t love beans, so the fact that she’s out of town is the only reason I was happy to make it this evening’s entree, so prolly won’t riff on it much moving forward. 😂
That said, I DO love bean tacos/burritos!!
That said, I DO love bean tacos/burritos!!
In these parts, that's called succotash.
I still make what my Mom called "beef and rice fiesta," two cups dry rice cooked, one pound frozen kernel corn, and one pound browned ground beef, the cheapest you can find. Spice to taste. She likely only did salt and pepper but I also add garlic powder, onion cumin, and smoked paprika. If I am fancy I will brown onions and peppers before doing the meat.
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The Adams County Sheriff's office is suing Afroman because they're butthurt about this.
Testimony from the plaintiff regarding the "problem" that gave rise to the lawsuit: https://m.youtube.com/shorts...
The raid in question: https://defector.com/lets-cat...
If you're late to his party, here's one of Afroman's better tracks (NSFW): https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Testimony from the plaintiff regarding the "problem" that gave rise to the lawsuit: https://m.youtube.com/shorts...
The raid in question: https://defector.com/lets-cat...
If you're late to his party, here's one of Afroman's better tracks (NSFW): https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Update: Afroman won
@artwells TIL! https://www.billboard.com/pro...
He comes across as a pretty regular humble guy: https://www.youtube.com/watch...
I love his body of work. Nice rhythm to it.
See also: https://mltshp.com/p/1RMCU
Something tells me the will be a LOT of folks selling lemon pound cake on April 20th.
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Screenshot of Kagi translate from English to LinkedIn Speak
English:
My penis is stuck in the copier.
LinkedIn Speak:
I’m currently navigating a high-friction physical integration challenge with our document reproduction hardware. It’s a painful reminder of the importance of workplace safety and operational alignment. Grateful for the support of the HR and maintenance teams as we work toward a swift resolution. #WorkplaceSafety #OperationalExcellence #LessonsLearned
English:
My penis is stuck in the copier.
LinkedIn Speak:
I’m currently navigating a high-friction physical integration challenge with our document reproduction hardware. It’s a painful reminder of the importance of workplace safety and operational alignment. Grateful for the support of the HR and maintenance teams as we work toward a swift resolution. #WorkplaceSafety #OperationalExcellence #LessonsLearned
hah, i just screenshot one of these yesterday to share and then totally forgot to post. i'll have to go back for mine in a bit
Sounds like a conflict between hardware and software. Usually caused by a controller using an inappropriate port.
SOP is to apply a permanent fix by KILLing the offender and sealing the port. Side benefit is usually a reduction in attack surface in future penetration testing.
SOP is to apply a permanent fix by KILLing the offender and sealing the port. Side benefit is usually a reduction in attack surface in future penetration testing.
My lips are frozen to my boss's ass.
I am deeply committed to fostering a strong, synergetic relationship with leadership and am fully aligned with my manager's vision to drive organizational success.
I am deeply committed to fostering a strong, synergetic relationship with leadership and am fully aligned with my manager's vision to drive organizational success.
Office Space's "I don't like my job, and I don't think I'm going to go anymore." becomes "I’ve decided to step back from my current role to focus on new challenges and personal growth. I’m incredibly grateful for the journey and the lessons learned along the way, and I’m excited to see what the next chapter holds as I transition toward opportunities that better align with my long-term professional vision. #NewBeginnings #CareerGrowth #NextChapter"
"Lesson Learned."
yeah, right
yeah, right
With deepest apologies to Joe Strummer:
The Magnificent Seven! 🚀
Rise and grind! It’s 7 a.m. and time to crush those KPIs. ⏰
Self-discipline is key—start the day with a cold plunge to reset your mindset. ❄️
Back in the office, where the real hustle happens. 🏢
From finance professionals to retail leaders, we all play by the same rules of the game. 📈
Whether the market is bullish or bearish, consistency is what separates the winners. ☀️🌨️
Leveraging every channel—A.M., F.M., P.M.—to scale that boogaloo. 🔄
It gets you out there, but remember: burnout is real. How’s your sustainable growth looking? 🔋
Global markets are shifting. From Honda to Sony, it’s all about brand positioning. 🌏
Managing diverse portfolios: HKD, INR, GBP—even the niche currencies matter. 💸
Team! What? 🗣️ Don't stop, give it 110%. 💯
Team! What? 🗣️ Keep that momentum! 🚀
I’m focused on career progression and upskilling. 📈
Taking my personal brand to the next level of Sophistication. ✨
I’ve analyzed the market trends; the barrier to entry is high, so I’m putting in the sweat equity. 💪
No time for distractions, the commute is part of the journey. 🚌
We’re a collaborative ecosystem here. 🤝
Time management is a challenge in a high-pressure environment. ⏳
Optimizing the workflow while the clock ticks. 📉
Saying goodbye to the traditional "boss" mentality. 👋
It’s about shared value and stakeholder returns. 💰
But first, let’s take a strategic break. One hour for a deep-dive into your "thang." 🍔
What’s on the radar for corporate social responsibility? 🧐
Staying agile and paying attention to the latest industry disruptions. 📰
From lunar landings to unconventional conventions—the landscape is changing fast. 🚀
Is your strategy as bold as a car in a fridge? 🚗❄️
We’re disrupting the TV land paradigm like true pioneers. 🤠
Team! What? 🗣️ Don't stop, maximize your output. ⚡
Team! What? 🗣️ Keep pushing! 💥
Back to the grind, let’s increase that productivity. 💦
The sun sets, but the mission continues. 🌅
Work-life integration is tough when you’re locked in the office. 🏢
Networking at the local hub after hours. 🍻
Are you worrying, or are you winning? 🤔
If you aren't seeing ROI, it’s time to pivot. 🔄
Are you stuck in the same gear? ⚙️ Shift your mindset to start seeing results. 🏎️
Even thought leaders like Marx and Engels had to navigate the retail landscape. 🛒
Financial liquidity is important, but having a strategic partner to lend you the "pence" is better. 🤝
What’s the takeaway? Magnificence. ✨
Visionaries like Luther King and Gandhi knew the importance of the long game. 🏟️
Even when the competition is fierce, the mission remains. 🏆
Authenticity is your best asset. 💎
Whether you’re a philosopher or a politician, the exit strategy is often the same. 🚪
Brand recognition: Plato or Rin Tin Tin? Who has the better reach among the billions? 🌍
Breaking News: 📢 Disruption happens when you least expect it. 🧹
Keep moving forward. 🏃♂️ The Magnificent Seven! 🌟
Magnificent! Magnificent Seven!
This project was a massive undertaking, wasn't it?
#Hustle #GrowthMindset #Magnificent7
The Magnificent Seven! 🚀
Rise and grind! It’s 7 a.m. and time to crush those KPIs. ⏰
Self-discipline is key—start the day with a cold plunge to reset your mindset. ❄️
Back in the office, where the real hustle happens. 🏢
From finance professionals to retail leaders, we all play by the same rules of the game. 📈
Whether the market is bullish or bearish, consistency is what separates the winners. ☀️🌨️
Leveraging every channel—A.M., F.M., P.M.—to scale that boogaloo. 🔄
It gets you out there, but remember: burnout is real. How’s your sustainable growth looking? 🔋
Global markets are shifting. From Honda to Sony, it’s all about brand positioning. 🌏
Managing diverse portfolios: HKD, INR, GBP—even the niche currencies matter. 💸
Team! What? 🗣️ Don't stop, give it 110%. 💯
Team! What? 🗣️ Keep that momentum! 🚀
I’m focused on career progression and upskilling. 📈
Taking my personal brand to the next level of Sophistication. ✨
I’ve analyzed the market trends; the barrier to entry is high, so I’m putting in the sweat equity. 💪
No time for distractions, the commute is part of the journey. 🚌
We’re a collaborative ecosystem here. 🤝
Time management is a challenge in a high-pressure environment. ⏳
Optimizing the workflow while the clock ticks. 📉
Saying goodbye to the traditional "boss" mentality. 👋
It’s about shared value and stakeholder returns. 💰
But first, let’s take a strategic break. One hour for a deep-dive into your "thang." 🍔
What’s on the radar for corporate social responsibility? 🧐
Staying agile and paying attention to the latest industry disruptions. 📰
From lunar landings to unconventional conventions—the landscape is changing fast. 🚀
Is your strategy as bold as a car in a fridge? 🚗❄️
We’re disrupting the TV land paradigm like true pioneers. 🤠
Team! What? 🗣️ Don't stop, maximize your output. ⚡
Team! What? 🗣️ Keep pushing! 💥
Back to the grind, let’s increase that productivity. 💦
The sun sets, but the mission continues. 🌅
Work-life integration is tough when you’re locked in the office. 🏢
Networking at the local hub after hours. 🍻
Are you worrying, or are you winning? 🤔
If you aren't seeing ROI, it’s time to pivot. 🔄
Are you stuck in the same gear? ⚙️ Shift your mindset to start seeing results. 🏎️
Even thought leaders like Marx and Engels had to navigate the retail landscape. 🛒
Financial liquidity is important, but having a strategic partner to lend you the "pence" is better. 🤝
What’s the takeaway? Magnificence. ✨
Visionaries like Luther King and Gandhi knew the importance of the long game. 🏟️
Even when the competition is fierce, the mission remains. 🏆
Authenticity is your best asset. 💎
Whether you’re a philosopher or a politician, the exit strategy is often the same. 🚪
Brand recognition: Plato or Rin Tin Tin? Who has the better reach among the billions? 🌍
Breaking News: 📢 Disruption happens when you least expect it. 🧹
Keep moving forward. 🏃♂️ The Magnificent Seven! 🌟
Magnificent! Magnificent Seven!
This project was a massive undertaking, wasn't it?
#Hustle #GrowthMindset #Magnificent7
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A vast grid of streetlights fills the Los Angeles basin. Airplanes approaching LAX are visible low on the horizon. Griffith observatory is on the left side of the picture.
March 17, 2026. Looking roughly southeast from the Griffith observatory.
🥰
Griffith Observatory is something I wish I discovered sooner in the short time I lived in LA
You can see all the stars from LA.
All 12 of them.
All 12 of them.
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black and white image of a tired-assed middle-aged mostly-caucasian hipster doofus taking a selfie in a motorcycle side mirror. he is wearing a flannel shirt, windsor frame eyesglasses, and a stocking cap
spent the weekend checking in on my parents after their town was hit by (positively massive) hail and a tornado.
i was so relieved to discover that they were left mostly untouched when neighbors had totaled cars, broken windshields, broken roofs. hail did end up piercing their roof in one spot, but thankfully no water got through.
the hail did do some damage to my dad’s gigantic truck, which is a bit of a point of contention. he hasn’t been able to walk well since his stroke last year, let alone drive, and yet he keeps holding on to that truck. i want him to have a rehabilitation goal to work toward, but watching it rust in the driveway while they continue to pay insurance on it seems like such a waste. same with his motorcycle, the mirror of which you can see here.
since i didn’t have broken glass to clean up or windows to board up, i was able to do some cleaning for my mom, who is really overworked right now. there’s a balancing act between letting her cede enough control to be able to do things for her, keeping her easily-bruised pride intact, and keeping my cool with her distractability and avoidance dances. it’s slow work getting there, one piece at a time, but we are building to something.
i’m in a quiet place in my own life at the moment, but i know i need to take a lesson from my interactions with my mom - stop avoiding things, stop being too proud to ask for help. it’s time to unpack some tasks for myself so i can do better for them as they need more help.
anywho, that’s-a-me, that’s where i am. maybe next time you’ll get some pics of my still-intact lego creations i unearthed in their attic instead of my wrinkled-assed mug.
i was so relieved to discover that they were left mostly untouched when neighbors had totaled cars, broken windshields, broken roofs. hail did end up piercing their roof in one spot, but thankfully no water got through.
the hail did do some damage to my dad’s gigantic truck, which is a bit of a point of contention. he hasn’t been able to walk well since his stroke last year, let alone drive, and yet he keeps holding on to that truck. i want him to have a rehabilitation goal to work toward, but watching it rust in the driveway while they continue to pay insurance on it seems like such a waste. same with his motorcycle, the mirror of which you can see here.
since i didn’t have broken glass to clean up or windows to board up, i was able to do some cleaning for my mom, who is really overworked right now. there’s a balancing act between letting her cede enough control to be able to do things for her, keeping her easily-bruised pride intact, and keeping my cool with her distractability and avoidance dances. it’s slow work getting there, one piece at a time, but we are building to something.
i’m in a quiet place in my own life at the moment, but i know i need to take a lesson from my interactions with my mom - stop avoiding things, stop being too proud to ask for help. it’s time to unpack some tasks for myself so i can do better for them as they need more help.
anywho, that’s-a-me, that’s where i am. maybe next time you’ll get some pics of my still-intact lego creations i unearthed in their attic instead of my wrinkled-assed mug.
Glad they missed the worst of it, nasty storm
Yer mug is a keeper!
🫂
you look really great, STOP RUNNING YOURSELF DOWN :)
Not easy work. I’m glad you have the wherewithal to reflect. And I appreciate you sharing.
I'm interested in seeing wrinkled-ass LEGO mugs. Are those a thing?
what williwaw said
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The skyline of downtown Los Angeles, seen at night from the Griffith Observatory, with the back of a person's head in the foreground.
Inspired by the earlier posts from @ang ( https://mltshp.com/p/1RMCM ), I just wanted to share my take on the view from the Griffith Observatory. We were visiting our daughter in LA in January, and had an evening off before our flight home, and I'd always wanted to see the view from here at night, after seeing and admiring it in countless movies over the years. Unfortunately, that meant (to me) that there really was no un-examined angle to get good shots, just 'my own' shots. I'm particularly fond of this one of downtown LA, with my wife's lovely hair in the foreground.
It truly is a stunning vista, and though I have many unkind things to say about my years in LA, there are also many unforgettable memories, and this view is one of them. Your wife's hair only elevates the imagery.
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A picture of the Griffith observatory about 50 minutes after sunset. The front of the building is lit by car headlights and many people are visible.
Griffith Observatory. March 17, 2026. First time visiting. Temp was about 85F.
I used to bike up there every so often and walk around the promenade on the front side of the building. I *adore* the Observatory.
A peoples palace of science. Beautiful
There was a series of Big Letter postcards I didn't buy there in the 90s that I still regret. Otherwise , no notes ans try to work in a visit on the rare occasion I get to LA
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an iron portail half open and the text says no i don't have instaram contact me through a series of intricate rituals
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screenshot of a translate panel from kagi. on the left is the common rhyme "boss makes a dollar / i make a dime / that's why i poop / on company time". to the right, the translator panel, set to "linkedin speak" has output the text "the CEO generates significant shareholder value whie i focus on incremental personal growth. this is why i priortize strategic wellness breaks during core business hours to optimize my long-term professional sustainability/ #WorkLifeBalance #CorporateCulture #Efficiency"
via kagi's translate option for "linkedin speak":
https://translate.kagi.com/
haven't really used kagi's service much; honestly couldn't tell you if a "paid search" is worth it compared to free options (especially given my salary) but this amused me.
https://translate.kagi.com/
haven't really used kagi's service much; honestly couldn't tell you if a "paid search" is worth it compared to free options (especially given my salary) but this amused me.
Name that song:
Rise and grind! ☀️
The hustle doesn't stop until the mission is accomplished and we can pivot back to our home base.
It’s all about that 24/7 grind, day in and day out. 📈
We’re pushing through the night, fueled by passion (and maybe a little rum), staying laser-focused on the goal. 🥃
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Scaling our banana inventory until the morning stand-up. 🍌
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Shoutout to the Project Manager—let’s get these deliverables tracked and accounted for!
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Let’s talk about high-impact growth: 6-foot, 7-foot, 8-foot bunches! 🚀
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
etc etc
Rise and grind! ☀️
The hustle doesn't stop until the mission is accomplished and we can pivot back to our home base.
It’s all about that 24/7 grind, day in and day out. 📈
We’re pushing through the night, fueled by passion (and maybe a little rum), staying laser-focused on the goal. 🥃
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Scaling our banana inventory until the morning stand-up. 🍌
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Shoutout to the Project Manager—let’s get these deliverables tracked and accounted for!
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
Let’s talk about high-impact growth: 6-foot, 7-foot, 8-foot bunches! 🚀
(The grind continues until we hit our KPIs.)
etc etc
@otaman LOL it took me WAY too long to latch onto this even with the 🍌emoji right there
A+ for scaling the 🍌inventory
@otaman At first I thought it was Magnificent Seven. Comes pretty close!
Lyrics to "I Like Big Butts":
I’m passionate about authenticity and I have to be transparent with my network.
Industry peers, let’s be real:
When a high-performing asset enters the space with a streamlined core
And a high-impact presence that demands attention, it drives immediate engagement.
You want to lean in and scale your efforts because you recognize that value proposition
Wrapped in a premium package.
I’m fully invested and focused on the vision.
Team, I’m looking to align our synergies
And document this success story.
My mentors advised caution,
But that level of market disruption is (Highly-highly motivating).
I’m passionate about authenticity and I have to be transparent with my network.
Industry peers, let’s be real:
When a high-performing asset enters the space with a streamlined core
And a high-impact presence that demands attention, it drives immediate engagement.
You want to lean in and scale your efforts because you recognize that value proposition
Wrapped in a premium package.
I’m fully invested and focused on the vision.
Team, I’m looking to align our synergies
And document this success story.
My mentors advised caution,
But that level of market disruption is (Highly-highly motivating).
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an “i voted” sticker, pasted onto a sticker-laden hydroflask. it features a purple fuzzy bipedal creature with one eye; below the eye it simply says “voted”
so glad i finally have an “unhinged option” after primaries this year. (nothing against the other winning designs for my county, but i cackled so hard at this insane FryGuy of a sticker)
(EDIT: i guess this design wasn't new this year; i just hadn't seen it in the last couple elections! it looks like the contest was held in 2022, and the other five winners are shown here: https://www.wcia.com/news... CAN'T BELIEVE that this was just a RUNNER UP!)
(EDIT: i guess this design wasn't new this year; i just hadn't seen it in the last couple elections! it looks like the contest was held in 2022, and the other five winners are shown here: https://www.wcia.com/news... CAN'T BELIEVE that this was just a RUNNER UP!)
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A bulky cement tower festooned with stairways, platforms and girders
Monument Valley
@lamnatos 💯
There are a number of structures like this in and around Tarapoto, Peru. One on the south side of town that is quite epic and, since being abandoned due to multiple failed construction inspections has become a squat with carpenters and masons continuing work in the hopes that one day they will be able to take legal ownership... and get the Peruvian equivalent of a CoO... on a 9 story modern day ruin; https://maps.app.goo.gl/SHNEuNqL...
@lamnatos accurate
Or, concrete diving platform.
Not abandoned! Unfinished.
Could be a good candidate for a Hyperart Thomasson.
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i spent so much time here in Need for Speed Porsche Unlimited that a warm memory button got pushed
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A slice of a rare meteorite type, Pallasite. Metal matrix with Olivine inclusions. Black metal surrounds yellowish crystal pieces, looks like the material polishes well.
A slice of the Esquel pallasite, clearly showing the large olivine crystals suspended in the metal matrix.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
my god stars are full of it
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A book cover, "Bilbo: En Hobbits Äventyr", showing an axe- and shield-bearing, nightcap-wearing Bilbo in pen and ink wash. Behind him is a mountain with torch-bearing mountain figures at its base; above the mountain, flying in front of a misty moon, is Smaug.
YESS! i've always wanted a copy of this one
https://mltshp.com/p/JC9Y
https://mltshp.com/p/JC9Y
Saved to https://mltshp.com/moomin
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Howdy y’all.
👋👋
Where y'at?
@jpoulos This is on Moody St in Waltham, MA. The bridge over the Charles River. We live a little less than a mile west of here.
@LocalStain heh. I was thinking that looks like the Charles. Howdy from out in Boxborough.
@jpoulos Nice. I didn't realize you were in the neighborhood. We ought to hit up @kokogiak and organize a mltshp meetup some place central to us all.
@LocalStain I'll be there. 💯
I'd be down @LocalStain , @jpoulos - MetroWest woo!
@jpoulos, @kokogiak Excellent.
My only limitations are I don't have a vehicle and I'm back to MV in mid May. So anything within range of the commuter rail, in the next two months, would be ideal. Heh.
localstain at geemail for an off forum chat!
My only limitations are I don't have a vehicle and I'm back to MV in mid May. So anything within range of the commuter rail, in the next two months, would be ideal. Heh.
localstain at geemail for an off forum chat!
@not_on_display might join too (he's not here much but sometimes)
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From the yt description:
The Song : from from Read & Burn 03 PLUS an expanded version of 2007's Read & Burn 03
The Video : made by Malcolm Boyle who says " it showcases material from the upcoming documentary Wire - People in a Film. I personally think these particular clips give a strong sense of the unique character and absurd humour of the band"
The Song : from from Read & Burn 03 PLUS an expanded version of 2007's Read & Burn 03
The Video : made by Malcolm Boyle who says " it showcases material from the upcoming documentary Wire - People in a Film. I personally think these particular clips give a strong sense of the unique character and absurd humour of the band"
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four tobacco pipes are around a speakerphone, and they are saying:
Hello, is Danny Boy there?
a guy on the phone in the bottom panel is saying:
Could I ask who's calling?
Hello, is Danny Boy there?
a guy on the phone in the bottom panel is saying:
Could I ask who's calling?
booo
You think that’s nuts, did you hear about the time Glen accidentally sent an email to himself?
From: Glen
To: Glen
From: Glen
To: Glen
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Panel 1: Steven Universe vs Hitler title. Steven is smiling and Hitler is looking like an asshole.
Panel 2: Steven Universe has an earnest look on his face and says "What if you could change your mind, Hitler?" while Hitler looks on with a stern face.
Panel 3: Hitler glares at Steven.
Panel 4: Garnet says "I think we're gonna have to kill this guy, Steven." to which Steven replies "Damn."
Panel 2: Steven Universe has an earnest look on his face and says "What if you could change your mind, Hitler?" while Hitler looks on with a stern face.
Panel 3: Hitler glares at Steven.
Panel 4: Garnet says "I think we're gonna have to kill this guy, Steven." to which Steven replies "Damn."
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Star trails in the sky behind the shell-like observatory building
https://www.planetary.org/articles...
Photo by Hernan Stockebrand
'Last year, atop a remote mountain in Chile, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory began a decade-long survey of the night sky. Equipped with the largest digital camera in the world, Rubin is expected to discover about 35,000 new Kuiper Belt Objects (KBOs) and increase the known population of the Kuiper belt nearly tenfold'
Photo by Hernan Stockebrand
'Last year, atop a remote mountain in Chile, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory began a decade-long survey of the night sky. Equipped with the largest digital camera in the world, Rubin is expected to discover about 35,000 new Kuiper Belt Objects (KBOs) and increase the known population of the Kuiper belt nearly tenfold'
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Four panels from an old "Peanuts" comic strip. The original word balloons have been replaced.
1st panel: Linus: "Diego, a most startling development has transpired at our house."
2nd panel: Linus: "Our family has acquired a billiards table."
3rd panel: Charlie Brown: "That is most interesting Juan. I am sure that your father will indulge in the game a good deal and enjoy himself immensely."
4th panel: Linus: "No Diego... it is my mother who is enjoying herself with this game of billiards."
1st panel: Linus: "Diego, a most startling development has transpired at our house."
2nd panel: Linus: "Our family has acquired a billiards table."
3rd panel: Charlie Brown: "That is most interesting Juan. I am sure that your father will indulge in the game a good deal and enjoy himself immensely."
4th panel: Linus: "No Diego... it is my mother who is enjoying herself with this game of billiards."
I've been cleaning out some old hard drives and happened across a scan of this early-90s minicomic detourning old "Peanuts" strips. Attributed to "Dr. Casey 'Sparky' Finnegan", it was actually a handful of Toronto-based comics artists.
There are three sections, the first being some random gag strips trying to be as distasteful as possible, and third a series about Charlie Brown and Linus learning about their sexuality.
What makes this worth tracking down is the middle section, a short story called "Billiards" which gets much stranger than the very disorienting excerpt above.
More info (with spoilers): https://dangerousminds.net/comments...
There are three sections, the first being some random gag strips trying to be as distasteful as possible, and third a series about Charlie Brown and Linus learning about their sexuality.
What makes this worth tracking down is the middle section, a short story called "Billiards" which gets much stranger than the very disorienting excerpt above.
More info (with spoilers): https://dangerousminds.net/comments...
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I keep a little journal in which I track bird arrivals, last frost/snow, flower blooms, grass appearance, tree pollinating, birds leaving, , first frost/snow, chinooks, willow growth, etc. . . . and really wanted to reproduce this photo from last year (https://mltshp.com/p/1QYDI) on the first 50 degree day. . . hopefully after the red-winged blackbirds arrived. But we've had 50 degree days every single month this winter. The red-winged blackbirds arrived 8!! WEEKS!! earlier than normal. . . and anyway, when I took that photo last year we had more than 2 feet of snow still on the ground. I don't know if you can tell, but there's so little snow that there's green grass around the trees. I couldn't prop my feet up like last year because the photo would be just the ground. It's supposed to be our snowiest month of the whole year, and there's *grass*.
All my research is on climate change now, which is really depressing, and it's depressing to walk out after work and see such evidence before me like this. . . . I'm dreading wildfire season so much right now.
Anyway! There's still joy out there! All the spring birds have arrived and are singing. We have the bad habit of buying a liquor to try out a cocktail and then never really using the bottle again unless the cocktail goes into rotation, and while cleaning out our liquor cabinet after the excess of the holidays I found not one but two bottles of green chartreuse from years gone by, which is impossible to get now. I sold one to a rich neighbor and kept the other one, which I've been saving for that first true spring day so I can make my favorite version of the Last Word (https://punchdrink.com/recipes...). (It's dangerously delicious so I usually don't make it at home or else I'd have 3.) No true spring day has appeared because it's already so warm, so today for St. Pat's after work seemed as good at time as any other. So cheers! Happy spring, happy birds, happy cocktails if you're into that sort of thing, and happy green grass days!
All my research is on climate change now, which is really depressing, and it's depressing to walk out after work and see such evidence before me like this. . . . I'm dreading wildfire season so much right now.
Anyway! There's still joy out there! All the spring birds have arrived and are singing. We have the bad habit of buying a liquor to try out a cocktail and then never really using the bottle again unless the cocktail goes into rotation, and while cleaning out our liquor cabinet after the excess of the holidays I found not one but two bottles of green chartreuse from years gone by, which is impossible to get now. I sold one to a rich neighbor and kept the other one, which I've been saving for that first true spring day so I can make my favorite version of the Last Word (https://punchdrink.com/recipes...). (It's dangerously delicious so I usually don't make it at home or else I'd have 3.) No true spring day has appeared because it's already so warm, so today for St. Pat's after work seemed as good at time as any other. So cheers! Happy spring, happy birds, happy cocktails if you're into that sort of thing, and happy green grass days!
cin-cin from Oakland, where it hit 89 today 🌞
I love a good Last Word.
happy birdspringa! i tip my sugar free ginger ale in your general direction
the poor birds here have been having a real rough go of it (it's 60F! it's 0F! it's a tornado of fun!) but i delight at hearing them back regardless. my dad and i heard a hawk FWEEing behind his house yesterday.
i'm just delighted that i'll *knock on wood* have 70F weather on the equinox friday.
the poor birds here have been having a real rough go of it (it's 60F! it's 0F! it's a tornado of fun!) but i delight at hearing them back regardless. my dad and i heard a hawk FWEEing behind his house yesterday.
i'm just delighted that i'll *knock on wood* have 70F weather on the equinox friday.
Cheers from MN where I just drove our last leg* home partly through a moderate snowstorm after a few days of perfect weather in New Orleans. Climate change has definitely been on my mind this week.
*I will probably post the multi-stage travel adventure once we have a chance to rest
*I will probably post the multi-stage travel adventure once we have a chance to rest
Super! Love a Last Word cocktail. There's also The Final Ward which is a variant and also uses Chartreuse.
https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktail...
https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktail...
Which I'm sure you know because you're as sharp as a tack. ;)
Albuquerque had a frighteningly warm winter. Highs this week are in the upper 80s, about 20° warmer than average. Our last good rain was over a month ago.
Fire season and growing season are going to be brutal.
Fire season and growing season are going to be brutal.
@BennyTheIcepick Really pulling hard for El Niño to get here in June and partially save all of us, at this point I'm checking ocean temps 3x a day.
@poorusher I *hadn't* heard about that one! I'm not a big rye person, but my husband is - he would love that, can't wait to make it for him, hooray!