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Comment on NASA employee creates Pride flag using NASA images in ~lgbt
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Comment on Bro summer waits for us all in ~life
Spydrchick (edited )LinkSo I'm reading this article thinking its a dude writing. I had a co worker named Kelsey; he was a 6ft 2in tall guy who was a ball of anxious energy. Then at the end the writer turns out to be a...So I'm reading this article thinking its a dude writing. I had a co worker named Kelsey; he was a 6ft 2in tall guy who was a ball of anxious energy. Then at the end the writer turns out to be a female and I just started laughing. Well played!
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Comment on The Donald Trump I saw on The Apprentice in ~tv
Spydrchick Link ParentTrue. Add to that the normalization of the behavior by him and all who surround him. Yikes! It's pretty screwed up and mind boggling to comprehend.True. Add to that the normalization of the behavior by him and all who surround him. Yikes! It's pretty screwed up and mind boggling to comprehend.
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Comment on The Donald Trump I saw on The Apprentice in ~tv
Spydrchick Link ParentWhat's fairly distressing to me is that despite the fact that he's a biggot and in general just an awful, awful human being, some folks are just willing to look the other way and support him...What's fairly distressing to me is that despite the fact that he's a biggot and in general just an awful, awful human being, some folks are just willing to look the other way and support him because they perceive that he's aligned with their views. In fact, the only thing he cares about is himself and his image. He will clearly badmouth, betray, sue and/or destroy anyone who gets in his way. I think the author does a pretty good job of describing him in terms of being a con man.
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Comment on Using a desktop monitor outside in ~tech
Spydrchick Link ParentBruh! Damn you, I have absolutely no need for these and now I want them. Aaaarrrggg!Bruh! Damn you, I have absolutely no need for these and now I want them. Aaaarrrggg!
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Comment on The Washington Ballet's hardest dance moves in ~arts
Spydrchick Link ParentI took my husband to his first ballet way back when. (I was a trained ballerina) He thought it looked "easy". As a dancer I knew how strong all the dancers are. I pointed out to him that the guys...I took my husband to his first ballet way back when. (I was a trained ballerina) He thought it looked "easy". As a dancer I knew how strong all the dancers are. I pointed out to him that the guys were lifting 105 lb women while both were moving, both with a smile, and then setting her down as gentle as a feather. THEN I pointed out the thighs and arms on these dancers. He now has massive respect for all dancers.
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Comment on What's next for Kagi? in ~tech
Spydrchick LinkJust started using based on Tildinos reccomendations. Great to see them starting to make some money Also: Leo LaPorte. Now there's a name I've not heard in a long long time. Anyone know if he...Just started using based on Tildinos reccomendations. Great to see them starting to make some money
Also: Leo LaPorte. Now there's a name I've not heard in a long long time. Anyone know if he still has the TWiT Brickhouse? I still follow Tom Merrit and DTNS occasionally.
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Comment on Monaco GP under pressure to change after Charles Leclerc’s processional victory in ~sports.motorsports
Spydrchick LinkI have absolutely hated Monaco F1 since the late 80s/early 90s. It's all about pomp and glamor, not real, competitive racing. I'm so glad to finally see teams and drivers telling us what they...I have absolutely hated Monaco F1 since the late 80s/early 90s. It's all about pomp and glamor, not real, competitive racing. I'm so glad to finally see teams and drivers telling us what they really think.
The track is outdated for a modern F1 car and even with the upcoming changes to the formula, I'm not certain that will make the race any more exciting. I would hate to see more mandatory pit stops. Ugh!!! I will say I am not a fan of almost any street course and much prefer watching events on purpose built tracks. Give me Silverstone, Suzuka or COTA any day of the week.
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Comment on Box office: ‘Furiosa’ just barely beats ‘The Garfield Movie’ in disastrous Memorial Day weekend — the worst in decades in ~movies
Spydrchick Link ParentExactly right. Anything by commitee and accountants ends up becoming flat. They've milked the cow and keep trying, but the cow just can't anymore. Throwing more money and nonsense at a problem...Exactly right. Anything by commitee and accountants ends up becoming flat. They've milked the cow and keep trying, but the cow just can't anymore. Throwing more money and nonsense at a problem doesn't necessarily lead to creative genius.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
Spydrchick Linktwentyone pilots new album Clancy. The whole album flows. They leave you hanging at the end of Paladin Strait. Definitely makes you feel they are continuing the story they've been telling through...twentyone pilots new album Clancy. The whole album flows. They leave you hanging at the end of Paladin Strait. Definitely makes you feel they are continuing the story they've been telling through the last several albums.
More here: https://twentyonepilots.fandom.com/wiki/Dmaorg.info
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Comment on What did you do this week (and weekend)? in ~talk
Spydrchick LinkGot the flower garden in! What a huge improvement to curb appeal. We were getting thumbs up from some of the neighbors. Looks like some of the microclover germinated. I'll see how successful it...Got the flower garden in! What a huge improvement to curb appeal. We were getting thumbs up from some of the neighbors. Looks like some of the microclover germinated. I'll see how successful it was in a few weeks. And bonus: my peonies are popping up so they survived the move.
Still tonnes more to do but damn, it's so worth it.
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Comment on Some thoughts on cleaning up my shitty apartment in ~talk
Spydrchick LinkMy best advice is to tackle this in small doses. Start with 10-15 minutes, try not to get overwhelmed. 1: Sort. Put like with like and stuff that goes together, well, together! 2: Trash. Anything...My best advice is to tackle this in small doses. Start with 10-15 minutes, try not to get overwhelmed.
1: Sort. Put like with like and stuff that goes together, well, together!
2: Trash. Anything not of use, consider donating, selling, or trashing. Sentimental things may or may not be exempt. Up to you, its your stuff
3: Return any thing borrowed.
4: Decide on homes for stuff. Bins are excellent, but if you need a cabinet or bookcase, consider if that will work to store the bins.
5: Don't beat yourself up, and remember to pat yourself on the back every time you accomplish some tasks.
It may get worse before it gets better. That's okay. Be mindful as you go through everything. Remember as you go if it gets to be too much, set that task aside and do something else or another task.
Once done, stand back and admire your work!
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Comment on Thoughts on the current state of discoverability and search in ~tech
Spydrchick Link ParentI might have to try this, as others also find it valuable. As much as we all love free, it's starting to come with too many strings.I might have to try this, as others also find it valuable. As much as we all love free, it's starting to come with too many strings.
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Comment on Thoughts on the current state of discoverability and search in ~tech
Spydrchick (edited )Link ParentNot a bad idea. Those used to come up in search along with a few other trusted sources. I like to read a number of articles or papers on a subject to get a better understanding. I may have to go...Not a bad idea. Those used to come up in search along with a few other trusted sources. I like to read a number of articles or papers on a subject to get a better understanding. I may have to go directly to the sites I know and search, which may lead to some decent results, but would leave out undiscovered sites.
I think current search is starting to really dumb down results along with the obvious shoving paid placement being featured. Frustrating to say the least.
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Comment on Thoughts on the current state of discoverability and search in ~tech
Spydrchick LinkI have nothing to add except more ranting. I feel your pain. I used to be able to search medical articles or research papers but now I get Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic or WebMD as top results....I have nothing to add except more ranting. I feel your pain. I used to be able to search medical articles or research papers but now I get Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic or WebMD as top results. They are not exactly bad, but also not what I'm necessarily looking for.
The other thing I've noticed lately is youtube vids rather than well written articles for DIY stuff. This is usually not super helpful and I totally agree it usually ignores part of my search terms. I have a decent understanding of a good boolean search and yet more recent results do not seem as accurate or helpful.
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Comment on I gave up meat and gained so much more | A tale of one person's life, culture, and growing up in ~life
Spydrchick Link ParentThank you for the kind words. This is a go to recipe in our house. They made this at work, everyone thought there was cheese in it! Stuffed shells, about 6 servings For the "ricotta" 1 15 oz block...Thank you for the kind words. This is a go to recipe in our house.
They made this at work, everyone thought there was cheese in it!
Stuffed shells, about 6 servings
For the "ricotta"
1 15 oz block of firm tofu, drained
Juice of ½ lemon
3 Tbl Nutritional yeast
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp granulated roasted garlic
1Tbl pizza seasoning (or Italian seasoning)
salt and pepper to tasteWhir everything up in a food processor until combined
Boil the shells as directed on the package. (16 for this recipe, I used Barilla brand jumbo shells) Drain and stuff, see below
I use 1 16 oz jar of Rao's Arrabbiata (if you don't care for spicy, use marinara) sauce. In a 9 or 10 inch square pan spoon enough sauce to cover the bottom. Stuff the shells with the tofu ricotta. Spoon the remaining sauce over the top. Bake for 45 min at 350°.
Cashew Parm:
1 ½ cups of raw cashews
¼ cup nutritional yeast
2 tsp granulated garlic
generous pinch of saltPulse in the food processor until a crumbly consistency. Store in freezer.
Sprinkle the cashew parm over any dish where you would use parmesean. I haven't tried using it to make a crusted tofu, but I keep meaning to give it a go.
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Comment on Opinions or experiences on Corsair build kits in ~comp
Spydrchick LinkI own an Origin built computer (owned by Corsair) and I really love it. It wasn't a kit but I'm sure everything will be well matched. Kepp us updated on what you do.I own an Origin built computer (owned by Corsair) and I really love it. It wasn't a kit but I'm sure everything will be well matched. Kepp us updated on what you do.
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Comment on I gave up meat and gained so much more | A tale of one person's life, culture, and growing up in ~life
Spydrchick LinkContext: vegan for almost 2 decades, vegitarian or pescatarian for at least a decade prior. This is a beautifully written and compassionate view of what it means to be vegan. This article...- Exemplary
Context: vegan for almost 2 decades, vegitarian or pescatarian for at least a decade prior.
This is a beautifully written and compassionate view of what it means to be vegan. This article resonates because I too live in Wisconsin, and understand the cultural impacts of being vegan along with the realities of factory farming. Veal crates are especially distressing.
The one thing that stands out to me is the abundance of options, when one might assume there is less. If you can cook even a little bit or own a knife, the world of cuisine is just out there. Bread becomes such a joy. Wheat, yeast and water transformed into deliciousness. Beans and rice are the cornerstone of so many dishes from every corner of the Earth. Pasta and noodles paired with sauces and veg. Fruits, nuts become such yummy snacks.
Spices and seasonings open up a huge panoply of flavors and combinations. With some basics: garlic, ginger, cumin, cayenne, ancho, cinnamon, thyme, tarragon, oregano, fennel, bay leaves; you can make almost any dish by blending to create Mexican, Italian, Carribean, Greek, Indian, etc.
I am not secretive about my veganism, but at the same time I do not announce it to the world. I am allergic to dairy (hives and wheezing, not tummy issues), so it makes it easier to refuse food graciously. Other times I just say I am plant based, depending on the crowd. My friends know I'm vegan and my immediate family are also vegan. Day to day is easier. I make no judgements of others as I too was once a meat eater. I love sharing recipes and cookimg for others.
Please consider reading this and maybe also consider moving away from meat and dairy. The resources for doing so are endless and it creates such a positive change. Being a whole food, plant based vegan has improved my health. It has helped me cope with climate change and environmental issues knowing I am no longer contributing to factory farming of animals. And while I still get upset about the animal cruelty, I am no longer a part of that system. By opting out, I get peace of mind.
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Comment on What are three things you're feeling positively about today? in ~talk
Spydrchick Link1: Saw the aurora last night, maybe will again tonight. 2: My brand new Speed Queen washer is the fucking bomb diggity. 3: Finished a bunch of details in the laundry/entry. It looks really nice.1: Saw the aurora last night, maybe will again tonight.
2: My brand new Speed Queen washer is the fucking bomb diggity.
3: Finished a bunch of details in the laundry/entry. It looks really nice.
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Comment on Extreme G5 geomagnetic storm reaches Earth, NOAA says, following "unusual" solar event in ~space
Spydrchick LinkFun link: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/communities/aurora-dashboard-experimental
Sad to hear they are getting hate commentary on other socials, but that's par for the course. Super cool image. Thanx for sharing!