Natural elements of the world, far older than us, are not related to the human code of ethics and morals. Understand the universe not by the lens of society but by the lens of their own nature.
Net neutrality is the principle that Internet providers like Comcast & Verizon should not control what we see and do online. In 2015, startups, Internet freedom groups, and 3.7 million commenters won strong net neutrality rules from the US Federal Communication Commission (FCC). The rules prohibit Internet providers from blocking, throttling, and paid prioritization—"fast lanes" for sites that pay, and slow lanes for everyone else.
John Oliver on the danger of ending net neutrality:
Gosh I keep seeing all of these anti-”aesthetic” witchcraft posts on my dash and it has me feeling so down. I have OCPD and making everything look a certain way or physically feel a certain way really helps refine everything and make things feel “right” for me. Sometimes people just like to make things pretty, and that’s okay. Witchcraft is so personal and you have to do what’s best for you; don’t let anyone tell you your craft is “too aesthetic” or “not aesthetic enough.” Neither side of the spectrum disqualifies you as a good witch.
today is Nov. 15. the FCC, under chairman Ajit Pai, will not listen to the public despite millions of comments in support of net neutrality. They are going to try their hardest to kill net neutrality, which in turn will kill the internet, which in turn will help eradicate democracy. it won’t just affect Americans, it has the potential to affect the entire internet, something we ALL use daily. you can bet your ass other countries will see america doing this, and use it as an excuse to do it in their own countries.
this is what buying a plan without net neutrality looks like there:
you have to pay MORE for features you’re already guaranteed to have under net neutrality. and in america, you already know how expensive everything is.
democrats AND republicans both want net neutrality. advocacy groups in touch with congress have said that if your members of congress receive calls from you, they are more encouraged and more likely to take action to stop Pai’s plan to gut net neutrality. after Nov. 22, it will be MUCH HARDER to convince your member of congress.
hey guys, please reblog this version and don’t forget to call!!! if you are nervous about calling, you can use resistbot to send faxes to your reps and thestance appto pre-record your message so you won’t have to speak to anyone. (available in both google play and app store)
Alright, kids. It’s that time of the year again (?
So I just reached 2k followers, and it happened astronomically faster than I expected. So instead of doing a giveaway for that, I’m gonna do it for the 3k milestone 😀
BUT THIS TIME, THINGS WILL BE A BIT DIFFERENT.
As in the previous occasion the prizes are:
A Glade Born Tree tarot spread (19 cards, no questions, this is a spread where the Tarot conveys whatever it feels it needs to say)
A Daemon reveal session (I prefer using the term daemon over totem or spirit animal since it’s not directly associated to any specific minority or culture). This will have to be done via private chat, Skype, or a similar medium and can take a long while, even several days and different conversations.
Up to five questions (to be discussed with me beforehand so we can formulate them the best way possible) to be answered by an Oracle deck of my choice (I’ll pick the best depending on the questions you want to ask). Each question will be answered with a spread of one up to five cards.
Five sigils created specifically for you. I can help you word the request but it’s not necessary, you can simply give me the final consonants and I’ll draw them for you, no questions asked. I will later on publish the sigils if I feel they should be shared because others could benefit from them, but I won’t disclose those with private meanings nor your association with them if you don’t wish me to. Also you don’t have to ask for all five sigils at the same time, although I don’t recommend you wait years in case, I don’t know, I die?
One spell or hex designed specifically for you according to the ingredients you have access to (I refuse to create spells that will harm someone undeserving of being harmed, mess with somebody’s free will, threaten somebody’s sexual consenting abilities, or disproportionate if they’re meant for punishing).
Help and tips in building your altar and/or witchy supply storage (especially recommended if you’re a closet witch). We can skype and I’ll give you ideas of where you can hide stuff. I’m incredibly shady so I know where you tuck things so nobody will notice. This is more of a practical prize, but shit, I’ve been seeing a lot of witchlings who could use a hand!
HOWEVER, TWO MORE, VERY INTERESTING PRIZES WILL BE ADDED TO THIS LIST:
7. A flash course on alternative spirit work. Specifically how to tame, bind, banish, and exorcise spirits. This will come along with a small handbook for you to have as a resource for future reference.
8. A tarot reading by Yeyé. I really have no idea of how many cards, she usually needs about three, but it varies. This one will take a while because you would have to give me your questions and when I saw her I would let her know so she can do the spread for you. She requires a few things, so don’t choose this prize if you’re not comfortable with sharing: age, name (just first name), date of birth, place of birth, and time of birth.
All of these prizes can be adapted to your needs.
RULES:
1) NO TAGGING THIS AS GIVEAWAY, you’ll ruin it for everyone, don’t be that guy.
2) I RESERVE MYSELF THE RIGHT OF REFUSING REQUESTS THAT GO AGAINST MY MORALS, meaning helping you in racist, homotransphobic, islamophobic, etc. ways. YEYÉ CAN ALSO REFUSE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS SHE DOESN’T FEEL COMFORTABLE ANSWERING.
3) Each reblog counts as an entry. Likes can be used to bookmark. Maximum three reblogs per day. YOU MUST BE FOLLOWING ME.
As before:
As soon as I reach 3k followers, I’ll be picking the winner randomly using the page RANDOM.ORG. I’ll record it and search for the winner during the video to show the contest’s transparency.
I’ll get in contact with the winner via PM or ask. If these options are disabled, I’ll try to do it via tag. In any case, the winner will have FIVE DAYS (120 hours since the moment I announce it) to reach me back, else I’ll pick a different one.
Have this photo of my Yeyé with a big ass leaf, just because she’s cute.
This giveaway is in no way associated with Tumblr.
Incorporate any anti-virus or firewall programs to ward not only your computer, but your online presence! Run scans every so often to cleanse and reset your wards.
wash your face at least once a day, with a cleanser and a moisturizer that works for your skin (you can add a toner and serum to the routine too)
keep a lip balm on you at all times
please try to remember to brush your teeth. i know, you’re very sleepy and your bed is very comfortable, but still
try out some face masks every once in awhile!
hair:
find a shampoo and conditioner that really works for you and makes your hair smell nice
try to skip using the heat tools and embrace the natural look, your hair will thank you for it
deep conditioner? hair masks? argan oil? go for it
for those of you with long hair: keep a hair tie on you at all times
hands:
keep a small hand cream in your purse to keep your hands from getting dry after washing them
maybe keep a cuticle cream in your purse too? (it really helps me stop picking at my cuticles because this motion is actually a good kind of fidgeting instead of harmful, and it keeps them from drying out in the process)
paint your nails a light beige/pink neutral color. it’s subtle but looks so elegant and goes with everything
body:
moisturize!!!!! after every shower!!!! whether it be lotion or coconut oil or what, it’s important!! dry skin is uncomfortable and does not make you feel better
find a perfume you like and spray it on whenever you need a lil pick-me-up. smelling nice = feeling nice
take a multivitamin every! day!
and take your medications! don’t forget!
try to incorporate eating something kinda healthy every day (maybe just one fruit! that’s all!)
But never have I been a calm blue sea. I have always been a storm.
Artemis, my familiar, has cancer. The vet diagnosed him with a mast cell tumor on his inner right hind leg yesterday. They’re removing it Friday, November 24th. We’re setting up an in-home altar November 23rd where friends and family can come and light healing candles for him. If you’d like to join us, light a candle for Artie anytime between 7:00 pm Thursday, November 23rd through Friday night CST and send me a picture of it. Hopefully, with all of our candles and healing energy combined, we can make my familiar a healthy pup once again.
If you’ve already lit a candle for him, that’s totally fine. Any healing energy is accepted and appreciated at this time.
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