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joy, conflict, smart people + how I read poetry/T.S. Eliot is overrated

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**The following is horribly sad and you will gain nothing from reading it. The only part of this post that sparks joy is the pictures.** Bots and babes,  Derek Chauvin's conviction was a victory in some ways, and not in others. This guilty verdict needed to happen for George Floyd's family, for the country, for every organizer and protestor who dedicated hours and hours into making this happen. I'll admit I was conflicted for all the wrong reasons because I have a lot of unlearning to do but also because I believe in the abolition of prisons and still want Chauvin to rot in a cell. It's complicated--no surprise. Thankfully, the world is full of brave people who can articulate this conflict. (I also have very patient loved ones to thank for their willingness to hear, explain, dissent, and care.) Thank you, Sean Collins .  Chauvin being incarcerated does not mean other officers currently facing charges, like those who killed Rayshard Brooks or Daunte Wright , will be con...

a mostly sad blog post + (much) sadness

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Ahhhhhhh bots and babes,  The world is a very scary place. I cut my sister's hair for the fourth time and missed a few strands. Here is a video for your viewing pleasure with all credit going to @maryyyyymango:  other dumb/sad things I thought about rollerblading again (RIP Brenda), worked on my gimungous painting, contemplated smothering my evil goblin horrible cute fuzzy snuggly mean demon cat. I put her in my overalls instead and carried her around like a baby. She scratched my chest and hands at least four times on her way out. Tough.  Read Angela Davis. Gave my book to my neighbor to read so I can't post quotes like a smart ass (I am, in fact, quite dumb). Recorded the start to my first stand-up comedy sketch under the very nebulous and secretive title, "my attempt at comedy." When the hackers hack into my very hackable phone they might come across this recording and feel very bad for me. Considered making a recording just for the hackers. Forgot. Redownloaded Ti...