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People have written a lot of touchy-feely pieces on this subject but I thought I’d get right to the heart of the matter

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I was reminded today of one of my all-time favorite exchanges. This is from episode 29 of the podcast Dear Hank and John:

John: I don't usually like to criticize your lack of understanding of proper luxury, Hank, because in general I think that it is a character asset rather than a character flaw. But if I may ask you a personal question, how many total Michelin stars have the restaurants that you've eaten in your life accrued?

Hank: Well I do know that a lot of my favorite restaurants have Michelin tires?

John: You've hurt my feelings as someone who values proper luxury. You have made me call into question my entire world view.

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Find the show here: https://complexly.com/shows/dear-hank-john

#Dear Hank and John #Hank Green #John Green #neither of them are on tumblr anymore so tagging them would be useless #Michelin stars

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a sunflower squirrel commission for ashley - THEY DIDNT know the kind of plant they wanted to be tossed together at first, so heres the rest of the UNPICKED DESIGNS plus the first sketch ………………. ! 

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I am begging you to fucking vote. On November 3rd, early, and in all your local elections to come.

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people of colour should not have to bare out their pain to you for you to empathise with them and see them as human

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So today I learned that it is technically possible for a person in the US to order insulin online from Canada without a prescription.

And that it costs less than the copays/deductibles that many US insurance policies will charge along the way to getting insulin here in the US. And I realized this requires a PSA.

Because this is technically illegal to do. You might be easily misled into thinking that it is legal because:

US customs only rarely rejects such shipments,

as far as I know the US has never prosecuted a person for ordering quantities that are reasonable for a couple months of personal use,

Canada does not have any laws making it illegal for their pharmacies to ship insulin to US patients,

Canada does not require a prescription at all for insulin,

Canada often gets their insulin from the same factories that the US does, literally often the same exact drugs, and with comparable standards of quality and safeguards and regulations,

Canadian pharmacies consider shipping to US customers a significant part of their business model, so much so that they have payed for quite a lot of advertising to US customers through Google, and

some US citizens and residents already choose to get their insulin from Canada that way.

Wow, just look at all those reasons why you might mistakenly think it is legal - it is affordable, legal and widely accepted on Canada’s side, and the insulin comes from legit sources. But to reiterate it is definitely illegal.

So you should absolutely never do it, no matter how much you might need insulin to not die.

No obligation, but if you could help spread the word of how this seemingly innocent method of getting insulin is actually illegal, you’d be doing a great service to the people who medically need insulin.

Otherwise, in a moment of desperation when they cannot afford it or their prescription for it cannot be renewed in time, they might make the wrong decision and buy insulin this illegal way, and that would be bad.

#insulin #diabetes #drug prices #healthcare

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While we’re at it “indoor” cats are also abused, ever read warriors? Cats need to be free and to hunt and when you keep them inside you prevent them from living their lives

I see

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"Here’s Why Trump’s COVID Diagnosis Was A Disaster" by Doctor Mike

Setting the facts straight on COVID-19 & the President's illness & recovery.

I don't know if I've ever seen Doctor Mike angry before. 😳

#covidー19 #Doctor Mike #Trump #Youtube

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Me: okay, we got stuff to do today, let's go!

My body: sweet! we're out of energy btw

Me: ??? I just woke up???

My body: yeah uh well you see we kinda,,,, forgot to make energy

Me:

My body:

Me:

My body:

Me: you FORGOT-

#chronic illness #chronic fatigue

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This is so important. It can be so hard to resist lashing out at someone who's telling you that you're wrong, but it only closes them off more. I admire this person's patience and willingness to meet this woman where she was. I have to work on that.

Wow. The patience, kindness and calm communication skills. Outstanding.

From raindovemodel

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THIS RIGHT HERE

#prison #voting #gerrymandering #mass incarceration

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ULTIMATE "OH FUCK I JUST GOT MY FIRST APARTMENT AND ALL I HAVE IS ONE CHANGE OF CLOTHES AND A THIRD SOCK" CHECKLIST

CLEANING

Dish soap

Laundry detergent

All-purpose cleaner

Hand soap

Broom

Mop

Wash cloths / rags

Vacuum

Dustpan

Lint roller

Sponges

KITCHENWARE

Plates

Bowls

Spoons

Forks

Knives

Glasses

Mugs

Tongs

Spatula

Plastic wrap

Ziplock baggies

Garbage bags

Paper towel

Tupperware

Ice tray

Oven mitts

Potato peeler

Mixing bowls

Frying pan

Pot

Baking sheet

Whisk

Stirring spoons / ladels

Tea infuser ball

Measuring cups

Strainer

Cutting board

Coffee maker

Kettle

Toaster

Magnets

Dry erase markers

Sticky notes

Microwave

Wire sponge

Trash bin

Recycling bin

Rubber gloves

Silverware organizer

Measuring spoons

Aluminum foil

Wax paper

Can opener

Bottle opener

Containers for salt, sugar, flour, etc.

LIVINGROOM

Sofa

Rocking chair (you know you want one)

Loveseat

Coasters

Blankets

Throw pillows

Coffee table

Book shelves

TV

TV stand

Floor lamp

End table

Stereo system / radio

BEDROOM

Mattress

Box spring

Bedframe

Linens

Sheets

Comforter

Hangers

Laundry hamper

Trash bin

Curtains

Pillows

Pillow cases

Night table

Alarm clock

Lamp

Dresser

Coat rack

Desk / vanity

Comfy chairs

DININGROOM

Dining table

Minimum of 2 chairs

Coasters

Placemat

Tablecloth

Tea lights /candles and candle holders

BATHROOM

Face clothes

Towel

Soap bar

Body wash

Shampoo

Conditioner

Tissues

Toilet paper

Trash bin

Plunger

Toilet cleaner

Cold, flu, pain, and allergy meds

Hydrogen peroxide

Antibacterial ointment

First-Aid kit

Tweezers

Nail clippers

Band-aids

Shower rod

Shower curtain

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Floss

Period products

Bathmat

Air freshener

Trash bin

Towel rod

Towels

MISCELLANEOUS

Elastic bands

Stapler

Stables

Paper clips

Needles and thread

AA / AAA batteries

Light bulbs

Extension cords

Scotch tape

Duct tape

Shovel

Rake (if you have a yard)

Stain remover

Jar of courters for laundry mat

Screw drivers

Hammer

Nails

Sticky tack

Screws

Box cutter / X-acto

Pliers

Wrench

Pens

Paper

Pencils

Pencil sharpener

Eraser

Welcome matt

Shoe rack

Coat rack

Flashlight

Flashlight batteries

Watch batteries

Rechargeable batteries and charger

Safe place to discard dead batteries

Candles

Matches

Lighter

Mini travel fans

Real fans

Emergency Survival kit

Fire extinguisher

Landline phone

Window air conditioner

Carbon monoxide alarm

Fire alarm

FOOD STUFF

Mustard

Ketchup

Mayo

Salt

Pepper

Baking soda

Flour

Eggs

Milk

Bread

Olive oil

Tea

Jam

Peanut-butter

Coffee grounds

Cereal

Rice

Pasta

Vegetable soup

Tomato sauce

Frozen vegetables

Crackers

Chickpeas / lentils

Apples

Oranges

Granola bars

Juice

Hot chocolate mix

Frozen meats

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https://forge.medium.com/prepare-for-the-ultimate-gaslighting-6a8ce3f0a0e0

"From one citizen to another, I beg of you: take a deep breath, ignore the deafening noise, and think deeply about what you want to put back into your life. This is our chance to define a new version of normal, a rare and truly sacred (yes, sacred) opportunity to get rid of the bullshit and to only bring back what works for us, what makes our lives richer, what makes our kids happier, what makes us truly proud. We get to Marie Kondo the shit out of it all."

#quarantine #new normal #coronavirus #COVID 19

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While checking my records for an application, I discovered that tomorrow will be the 1-year anniversary of an ER doc telling me my neck pain was from poor posture, when actually I had ruptured a disc & the nerves running down my dominant arm were being crushed.

Good times. 🙃

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The current anti-Asian discrimination has about as much legitimacy as the anti-Latino discrimination from 2018, which is to say, none. People of Asian descent -- and even people who just LOOK like they have Asian ancestry -- are dealing with both micro- and overt aggression because some people think that anyone whose ancestors came from the same region of the world as the current strain of coronavirus obviously must be connected. News flash: that's not how disease works. Italy is having a huge problem with COVID-19, but have you heard people telling anyone who looks Mediterranean to "go home" or boycotting pizza and pasta restaurants? No? Funny how that works...

#corona virus #covid 19 #discrimination #racism

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A lovely revelation to wake up to 😂🤣😯

https://twitter.com/flashboy/status/1233376694909702145?s=19

#corona virus #covid 19 #genetic sequencing