It's, like, fractal stupid. If you inspect any part of it it's even stupider than you first thought.
Mal: Cut it out. Job's not done until we're back on Serenity. Zoe: Sorry, sir. Didn't mean to enjoy the moment.
'Ariel'
Natter 78: I might need to watch some Buffy for inspiration
Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
-t - Aug 27, 2026 12:03:02 pm PDT #13747 of 14045
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration
bennett - Aug 27, 2026 3:01:11 pm PDT #13748 of 14045
"The Senate today have voted to make me a god in Palmyra. They'll put a little statue to me in the temple, and people will bring offerings to me, asking me to bring rain or cure their father's gout. Tell me, Livia: if I'm a god, even in Palmyra, how do I cure gout?!" Augustus, "I Claudius"
The latest meme has Canada renaming the lake "Lake Epstein Files". Which would be awesome.
-t - Aug 28, 2026 8:36:38 am PDT #13749 of 14045
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration
I guess today we are losing literal kings? Which is easier on me emotionally, I must admit.
I'm reading a book that keeps referring to something called "the Vastness" and for some reason every time it's mentioned I hear it being said in Effie Mucklewain's voice. It's very distracting (in part because I can't actually remember what the MB context was, if there was indeed any and this isn't just something my brain is doing for its own reasons)
Steph L. - Aug 28, 2026 8:58:21 am PDT #13750 of 14045
That which does not kill you should RUN
I'm reading a book that keeps referring to something called "the Vastness" and for some reason every time it's mentioned I hear it being said in Effie Mucklewain's voice. It's very distracting (in part because I can't actually remember what the MB context was, if there was indeed any and this isn't just something my brain is doing for its own reasons)
I know this one! At the end of every episode, before Zebulon says "And if time and tide roil you too harshly..." Effie leads in with "Be sure and tune in this time next month for more adventures in the vastness."
-t - Aug 28, 2026 9:00:28 am PDT #13751 of 14045
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration
THANK YOU!
Calli - Aug 28, 2026 6:03:35 pm PDT #13752 of 14045
I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul—Calvin and Hobbs
Ok, it’s not the octogenarian we were hoping for, but I can get behind the Butcher of Bosnia snuffing it. [link]
Steph, I’m glad you have the surgery scheduled. Shir, congrats on the studies in Belgium!
In house hunting news, my realtor suggested I see other realtors. Apparently finding a house or condo with a main floor laundry and wood burning fireplace is akin to finding a unicorn. I did not know realtors could and would dump you. I’m getting flashbacks to my 20s.
Laura - Aug 29, 2026 6:43:36 am PDT #13753 of 14045
Our wings are not tired.
Happy birthday wishes go out today to meara! I hope you have super fun weekend plans to celebrate. May this year bring all you hope for and more. Also, hoping that your birthday twin Jen K is whooping it up today.
JenP - Aug 29, 2026 12:06:16 pm PDT #13754 of 14045
Happy, Happy Birthday, meara!
Laura - Aug 29, 2026 12:28:06 pm PDT #13755 of 14045
Our wings are not tired.
In house hunting news, my realtor suggested I see other realtors.
That is a new one, but it could yield better results.
DebetEsse - Aug 29, 2026 2:05:14 pm PDT #13756 of 14045
Woe to the fucking wicked.
Happy birthday, meara!
I've got a much longer commute, so I started listening to Midnight Burger (along with Maintenance Phase). I'm enjoying it. Also I Understood That Reference!