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sure bud. there is lots to say about self love.

i think buckaroos hear words of 'love is real' and 'prove love' and SOMETIMES they think chuck is saying 'do anything for love always turn the other cheek always give your share away to others' but that is not my trot at all. there are lots of folks with a large audience who do self help preaching this way and there is a time and a place for it, but it is also important to remember you can become TOXICALLY POSITIVE, where you are not really listening anymore you are just plugging ears and saying 'sunshine days forever'

here is the truth. IT IS OKAY TO BE SAD. IT IS OKAY TO BE ANGRY. IT IS OKAY TO GET UPSET. all of these are part of trotting through this timeline and there is nothing wrong with you if you wake up one day and say 'proving love is very difficult at the moment'. thats okay bud. IT IS OKAY TO STRUGGLE.

second thing is, as we trot through this timeline, loving as much as possible is important but also BOUNDARIES are important. some buds think proving love means saying yes to everything but often the best way to prove love is by putting your foot down and saying NO. if you have set a boundary about something, do not feel guilty for saying 'this is my boundary and you have crossed it so no thanks' because HERE IS THE TRUE WAY OF THE BUCKAROO...

SOMETIMES YOU NEED TO PROVE LOVE TO YOURSELF.

it is okay to say 'this is my time and my space and i would like to prove love to you but ALSO i need to take care of my own trot, so that is my priority right now'.

so next to you feel like a bud is taking advantage look down at your LINE IN THE SAND and consider if it has been crossed. if it has, then you can proudly say 'right now you need to step back bud because im proving love to MYSELF.'

loubatas:

vagoonabeach:

iiamart:

it wasn’t “some reason”, it was 2D animators being unionized and 3D not being unionized. and the simple truth that capitalism kills art.

I remember when 2D faded out, the reason studios kept giving was “it’s because 2D is a lot more expensive to produce”. I was a child back then so I didn’t think too much about it, assuming it was about the process itself, but as I grew up and learned more about art as an artist, and gained friends who were professional 3D artists themselves, I started to question it. Because 3D is very different from 2D, but it’s definitely not easier or faster to make. Also, both European and Asian studios kept producing 2D animated movies

The answer was unions. The answer wasn’t “this kind of art is cheaper because it’s easier to make”, it was “this kind of art is cheaper because these artists can’t force us to pay them correctly”

I fell off the map again, planning Yule, and taking care of life and such.

And then last Sunday, a piece of my heart landed in the ICU and is still there recovering. My best friend, my high school sweetheart, is having a crisis.

I can’t. The spouse has been amazing and understanding, and I’m stuck in my town because his work schedule and the damned winter storm, and all I want is to be up at the hospital hours away from here. Even though I know that there’s nothing I can do to help except take a shift watching him sleep.

Consider any of the friendships or relationships you have with another person. Think about how differently your various relationships are; the in-jokes, references, irreverences, politeness, etc.

Now consider how much bigger the Gods are, and how the relationships they have must reflect their vast insight and perspectives.

Our paths with them are going to mirror that complexity. Just as you may have a different relationship with a family member than your sibling or spouse, consider that your fellow practitioners may have built a unique engagement with their Deity.

This is not to say that you can disregard deviations from the lore related to your particular Patron. Rather, one needs to hone discernment and honesty in order to build an honest, powerful, and productive relationship. The lore, history, and experience work in concert to develop that relationship.

It isn’t a race, and no one walks the exact same  road. Give yourself some grace and time. We’re not in competition.

(originally posted by me on Mastodon, but felt like sharing.)

orulunkvincent:

fovarosiblog:

jaubaius:

Photography tricks!

Source

Ez jó!

Pont olyan mély a víz, mint amilyen magas a hokedli

thewitchway:

WHERE DO I BUY ONE?!?!?!

(What are they called???)

fandomsandfeminism:

I’ve been trying to think of a good analogy for what voting in Texas feels like.

And it’s like… it’s like you want orange juice for breakfast. But there’s only Tang or Sunny D to choose from. And that sucks, but ok, sure. Sunny D.

And then your neighbors racist grandpa tells you that no, Sunny D is full of sugar, and you’re like….but Orange Juice has sugar too. Thats not a bad thing?

And they’re like, no no. It’s got chemicals. What I have is all natural. And you look, and it’s not orange juice. It’s just piss. Orange, dehydrated, piss.

And you’re like. This is piss. And they say- yeah. It’s all natural. And the chemicals in sunny d and Tang will make you gay and the mexicans are putting fetynal in the tang to induce abortions. What you a big Tang fan now? Let’s go Tang! Let’s go Tang!

And you’re like *but that’s piss* and then everyone votes for piss.

EXCEPT everyone here has been drinking piss since 1995 and the piss drinking has killed children and destroyed the electrical grid and tanked our education system and has been under investigation for felony charges for 7 years and said grandparents should be willing go die for the economy during the lockdowns AND people are STILL DRINKING PISS.

Let’s talk keys. Hekate as the Keybearer gets a lot of offerings of modern keys, skeleton keys, and I have those too, but these are keys of the variety that the ancient world would’ve recognized. The teeth on the hooked end moved the tumblers and allowed the lock to turn. They were easily overcome, most of them. They had a variety of shapes, materials, and sizes, with temple keys being heavy ceremonial objects.

Last year, I commissioned a friend I trust and adore, to make these simple household keys for my shrine, and they’re among my most prized pieces.

novas-grimoire:

xxthefairywitchxx:

novas-grimoire:

such-justice-wow:

novas-grimoire:

such-justice-wow:

silent-calling:

such-justice-wow:

osean-kitty:

such-justice-wow:

The argument of “schools should control what kids learn” vs “parents should control what kids learn” is kind of wild to me because

(And hear me out here)

Maybe some teachers are shit at their jobs

And maybe some parents can’t even tell you what subjects their kid studies

So perhaps

(Hear me out)

Some kind of middle ground is needed

Yes, it should be me that decides what kids are taught

What’s your first declaration as Grand Education Wizard?

Ban maths past basic arithmetic before high school, teach algebra and it’s ilk as elective courses.

For me maths was mandatory until 16, what’s it like in America?

Mandatory. Period. End of. We have to take a maths course pretty much every year we’re in school.

College/University is only when it’s elective and even then, you still have to take one as part of your “General Education”.

Follow up question:

Then why is everyone on this site incapable of basic mathematics

A few of us have dyscalcula

The rest of us probably didn’t pay much attention/were too busy doodling eyes. Just like in English classes.

Also cause the teachers were shitty and abusive in a lot cases, so we didn’t pay attention because they were assholes who treated us like shit

That too

Or the teachers just plain didn’t know what they were talking about.

I had one math teacher who lamented that he didn’t understand why there were girls in his class, because in his estimation, we weren’t capable of understanding numbers.
Just one of a succession of STEM teachers who did what they could to dampen any interest in paying attention.

Today was a week in itself. Tomorrow morning, I spend with my doctor.

I could really use a vacation, preferably somewhere with waves.

k9effect:

minor-mendings:

fetchphilipsarchives:

over-the-misty-mountains:

captain-raven-knight:

starlight-sanders:

gaslightgallows:

rhube:

lionowlonao3:

revolutionary-pirate:

modernmissbennet:

starsfadingbutilingeron:

modernmissbennet:

people in period clothing doing modern things is my aesthetic

i can’t believe you forgot the most important one

thank you! I couldn’t find that one in google!

I would like to add Alexander Hamilton himself to this collection.

and of course, alexandra dowling using a tablet computer on the set of BBC musketeers 

You forgot my favourites.

These are all canon.

this is my favourite post

On the Gandalf note, this is also amazing: 

May I add this one out of sheer delight?

It cracks me up every time. I love this!

They’re updating their relationship status to “sworn brothers”

adorable pirate Luke Arnold taking photo of his crush star Toby Stephens

don’t forget this Incredibly Powerful Image from the set of the princess bride

THE PRINCESS BRIDE ONE OH MY GOD

It has been quite the time these last few years, eh?
A lot has happened. Too much to go into here.

I’m still dedicated to Hekate, though I stepped back from my public devotions while I managed a few health and family scares. I’m hoping to get back on track here shortly. My art went in some new directions, and I’ve been working slowly toward a third book.

If you PMed me, I’m afraid it may be quite buried. Thanks for your patience.

I’ve made a few offerings to celebrate this modern rite of connection with Hekate, and am offering them here for those who might wish to use them. The painting will be available on my society6 and redbubble later today (both shops are called Wicket Icons). 

Hail unto thee, O Goddess, 
Holy Source which burns within all things, 
You who draws forth the boundaries of existence, 
Who knows the Mysteries of Life, Death, and Rebirth, 
Hekate, Megiste, Key-bearing, Torch-bearing Queen!

Draw near to me now, Triple-Crowned and Saffron-Cloaked,
and hear my call.

Long have I laid offerings before you,
Many are the services I have given unto you,
Far have I carried your sacred woods.

Hekate, thou blessed above all the Gods and Men,
Whom even Storm-browed Zeus honors,
Wanderer of the Afterlife

Draw near to me now, Torch-bearing and Darkness loving,
and hear my call.

May we, your devotees, your children, your priests, 
share some small part of your Greatness,
Know your kindly blessings upon our lives and loved ones,
That we may continue to lift up our praises of you, Hekate

Draw near to me now, Savior and Anima Mundi,
and hear my call.

Just sharing the newest offering from this past Deipnon. 

My dreams are thick with my ancestors,
Restless and wandering,
They visit in my dreams,
Speaking in whispering mystery,
And I turn to You,
O Goddess,
Queen of the Dead,
Who holds the Keys to Life and Death,
Who gathers the Aoroi to Your side,
Who guides those who seek Your wisdom,
Hekate Aidonaia,
Your company of Lampades
Dancing in the darkness of my dreams,
Casting light and shadow across my mind,
Revealing secrets buried deep within.
O Goddess,
Companion to Persephone,
Who lifts up the torches that light the path ahead,
Whose hounds herald the sacred rites,
Whose shining presence illuminates the dark,
Hekate Pyrphoros.
Your Sacred Fire illuminates
All souls descend from you,
All spirits ascend through you,
For you span all realms.
O Goddess,
Kindly Goddess wielding the whip of the Erinyes,
Who spurs action in Your children,
Who speaks to us of the Power of Will.
Who demands that we take charge of our Paths.
Hekate Trioditis.
At all boundaries and borders You stand,
You transgress the limits of our meager insights,
And enlighten the world with Your eternal grace.

For this, I offer my thanks.
For You lift up my spirit.
For Your gifts have been many in my life. 

I serve at Your Will, bringing offerings of food, of incense, of creative force, and more. The years we have shared have been many and Your blessings plentiful. 

May the years to come be likewise true to My Will and Yours, O Goddess,
Unto Whom I have sworn my oaths,
That my promise shine in the night as stars,
And Your blessings be upon the world. 

therobotmonster:

friendly-neighborhood-patriarch:

gerrymander90:

tossme:

“Sean was very much Sam for me. You know, always looking after me, being there for me.” - Elijah Wood (2001) // “Well, I felt very, um… protective over Elijah, for no reason. He could take care of himself fine.” - Sean Astin (2012)

Was everyone method acting?! Viggo walked around in full Aragorn costume off set (including sword) and acted as the leader of the group, not to mention deflecting knives, Billy Boyd apparently found a way to cheat the system and get two birthdays, John Rhys-Davies ignored fight scene instructions in favor of hitting as many people with his ax as hard as he could, Orlando Bloom literally never had any idea what was happening, and now I learn that Sean was Elijah’s batman the entire time?

why do you think the movies are a timeless classic of the highest quality?

You dress people up as warriors and wizards and they will LARP, they can’t help it.

Something different today. Sorry I’ve been awol - 2020 is a douche. This lasts the husband and I a few days usually. (also, no b.s. story or prettified pics here. just a recipe.)

Salvaging Fried Rice

Sometimes, even your favorite restaurant drops the ball on a recipe. This is how I take bland fried rice and make it better. The amounts will vary depending on how much rice you’re working with, and your personal taste. Experiment!

Ingredients:

Day old fried rice
Vegetables: your choice – I like adding zucchini, sweet potatoes, broccoli, extra onion, garlic, ginger.
Fruits (strictly optional): cut up tomatoes, diced pineapples.  
Low sodium soy sauce
Rice vinegar
Hot Chili Oil (optional) – black garlic paste is also good. Or sriracha!
Chinese five spice
Ground ginger
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Lime juice from 1 small lime.
Sesame seeds
Sesame oil
Peanut oil/olive oil

Warm wok or skillet to medium heat and add olive oil or peanut oil. Toss in Chinese five spice, ground, ginger, onion powder, garlic powder, (and any ginger, onion, and garlic you want). Work it over the heat until fragrant, which will be a couple minutes. (This is when you would add the garlic paste if you’re going for that. Stir it well into the oil and spice mixture, and realize that a paste will take more work to distribute into the rice and veg.)

Throw in the old rice, along with any vegetables that require extra time. Stir it all together, and let it warm up for five minutes. Add a dash of soy sauce, vinegar, and lime juice. Mix together and cook for a minute. Add the rest of your veggies. Stir. When any green vegs brighten in color, then add fruits, and reduce heat to medium-low. Stir it together, add the sesame seeds, sesame oil, and, if you want, chili oil. Turn off the heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, and serve. 

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Now, if you’re in the US, don’t forget to vote!