#writers #storytellers #comedywriters
When using yourself as the fool/fall guy in a story or skit, at what point do you know you've successfully employed the individual story to illustrate a universal human condition or truth (especially when accompanied by the insight of humor)?
Attrib: alt tex
When using yourself as the fool/fall guy in a story or skit, at what point do you know you've successfully employed the individual story to illustrate a universal human condition or truth (especially when accompanied by the insight of humor)?
Attrib: alt tex
11:04 AM - Oct 21, 2023
Most of us know much of this info, but still, it's never a bad thing to refresh ourselves on the history. Helps us avoid sinking into the crass commercialism which has become our holidays (formerly known as holy days).
https://www.history.com/to...
https://www.history.com/to...
history.com
Samhain - Celtic Origins, Rituals & Halloween | HISTORY
Samhain (a Gaelic word pronounced “sow-win”) is a pagan religious festival originating from an ancient Celtic spiritual tradition. It is usually celebrated from October 31 to November 1 to welcome in the harvest and usher in “the dark half of the year.”
08:53 AM - Oct 21, 2023
Sometimes the internet is so odd: Was looking for images of elder Eastern European farmers and this one popped up!
Perfect for Halloween though.
Afterthought edit: captions anyone?
Perfect for Halloween though.
Afterthought edit: captions anyone?
08:39 AM - Oct 21, 2023
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From a study shared by @drgavazzi (Ethics and Psychology). Certainly hope more research is underway.
Admittedly, my own confirmation bias on the subject is showing as I'm not competitive and have always thought "healthy competition" is an oxymoron.
Admittedly, my own confirmation bias on the subject is showing as I'm not competitive and have always thought "healthy competition" is an oxymoron.
08:01 AM - Oct 20, 2023
05:19 PM - Oct 19, 2023
I don't know Judith's reference for this Spout, but it's exactly what happened to me when turning on Morning Edition (NPR) today. Educated/worked as a journalist, but guess I'm not tough enough anymore to listen to human cruelty. Don't want to be an ostrich, yet - yes Judith, it hurts. Too much.
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Just Judith'n'ALF #VotedYes @JustJudith_n_ALFI didn't switch it off instantly, thinking it wouldn't hurt me to listen.02:17 AM - Oct 10, 2023
2 sentences ... it hurt.
06:58 AM - Oct 10, 2023
Yeah, probably the proverbial exercise in futility, but can't help myself. When I see them wet, cold and not moving, they get a drop of honey. They immediately respond. You can see the proboscis dipped into the sweets.
01:05 PM - Oct 08, 2023
Not a great camera on my phone (understatement) - the Bird feeder is literally 15' from my window. However, wanted to share the miracle of Mama Cardinal feeding her very late fledging. Pretty sure critters (Coons, Possums, house Wrens) destroyed two of their nests this season. So happy for her!
11:08 AM - Oct 07, 2023
2 Threaded Spouts
Please, I do hope you'll take a little bit of time to listen or read the transcript. I can not stress how important the info is to those who care not only for our own bodies, but for others and our planet. Food geeks have known/practiced for decades.
#conscioushopping
#conscioushopping
06:48 AM - Oct 07, 2023
So, am I getting this one correct?
R-Speaker works with D-House Members to temporarily avoid gov't shutdown. Then, a few R-members, lead by Matt Gaetz, organize to oust R-Speaker precisely for working with D-House Members, who then in turn provided the votes needed to fire McCarthy.
R-Speaker works with D-House Members to temporarily avoid gov't shutdown. Then, a few R-members, lead by Matt Gaetz, organize to oust R-Speaker precisely for working with D-House Members, who then in turn provided the votes needed to fire McCarthy.
08:37 AM - Oct 06, 2023
@JustJudith_n_ALF @lipsticktraces
Do you have an opinion on this series or its author? My sit-down reading time is limited and saved for non-fiction, so I generally listen to novels. Rupert Degas performs this series as brilliantly as the author writes history/mystery via Australian characters.
Do you have an opinion on this series or its author? My sit-down reading time is limited and saved for non-fiction, so I generally listen to novels. Rupert Degas performs this series as brilliantly as the author writes history/mystery via Australian characters.
04:47 AM - Oct 06, 2023
2 Threaded Spouts
An exchange with @blackcatprose this morning prompted this share. There are other org sites as well.
The Straits of Mackinac (which joins Great Lakes Huron and Michigan) is a favorite viewing spot here. There's even a dedicated site and postings. Might be something similar in your area.
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The Straits of Mackinac (which joins Great Lakes Huron and Michigan) is a favorite viewing spot here. There's even a dedicated site and postings. Might be something similar in your area.
https://b
01:08 PM - Sep 15, 2023
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Many blessings on the New Year to our Jewish sisters and brothers!
If you are so inclined, it's easy honor them/their holiday with a food from Jewish cuisine as it's built-in to many of our traditional foods. The only cooking at my house today is winter food prep, but will eat a fig and date.
If you are so inclined, it's easy honor them/their holiday with a food from Jewish cuisine as it's built-in to many of our traditional foods. The only cooking at my house today is winter food prep, but will eat a fig and date.
10:24 AM - Sep 15, 2023
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As usual, had a wonderful visit here this morning. Spent far too long but I truly care about the folks here, your life stories, music and articles. Off for the day. Hoping yours is a good one.
#wildgardening
#gardenvolunteers
#wildgardening
#gardenvolunteers
09:49 AM - Sep 14, 2023
@GailG Hello! Good heavens, what a day yesterday! With earplugs, headphones, closed eyes and you in mind, the MRI was not awful at all. Did some extra grocery shopping for company, Emil Maita's 1st professional grooming (meh) and then home to unexpectedly overnight company. Agack!
07:09 AM - Sep 14, 2023
Don't want to be a downer, but damn...
12:41 PM - Sep 12, 2023
"I tipped my head as if it might encourage my scattered thoughts to roll into place."
... just a sentence I enjoyed from yesterday's novel.
#lovewords
... just a sentence I enjoyed from yesterday's novel.
#lovewords
07:58 AM - Sep 12, 2023
Thank you to Sassy for this one.
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Sassy Musing @Sassy_MusingWhen someone around you says that the younger generation doesn't want to work, hit them with the stats. The National Cost of Living has increased OVER 500% from 1970 to 2022. Wages have increased 80%. Cost of a house is up about 100% and cost of rent is up 150%.11:38 PM - Sep 11, 2023
They work but can't afford to live.
07:39 AM - Sep 12, 2023
Mini break to see how you're faring, feeling and what on your mind. Looking forward to coming back to read a thread from @Lukearnold .
Current view, looking northwest from my kitchen window.
(ps: no filters)
Current view, looking northwest from my kitchen window.
(ps: no filters)
11:38 AM - Sep 11, 2023
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Clock is ticking for my son's wedding this month. The next couple weeks will be crazy-busy with out of town/state guests in and out plus all the requisite cleaning/cooking. Will love it all during and will be equally happy to have solitude returned. You understand.
Image cred: treasurebarnblog
Image cred: treasurebarnblog
07:48 AM - Sep 11, 2023
Well dang it, Spouters! You did it again. I popped on far too often this morning because you're smart and engaging. Truly off to work now with a fave quote. My beloved madmen, Kierkegaard and Nietzsche, understood the reality of absurdity*.
*Truly a key word in my understanding of our world.
*Truly a key word in my understanding of our world.
10:47 AM - Sep 10, 2023
Well, stopped in for a quick coffee visit, but as most often happens, the minds of integrity, beloved silliness and genuine humanity caught me.
Warms me as much as my little 'Capricious'* on this 43 degree morning.
*Named thus because of his initial behaviors.
Warms me as much as my little 'Capricious'* on this 43 degree morning.
*Named thus because of his initial behaviors.
08:31 AM - Sep 10, 2023
This morning @Bethbo_beth used the hashtag #Bloomscrolling . Really like the wordplay.
So to honor her hashtag, the following photo.
#wildgardening
So to honor her hashtag, the following photo.
#wildgardening
09:56 PM - Sep 09, 2023
It's a gorgeous day and have enjoyed a visit here this morning, but no matter, still want to share a favorite line from yesterday's book:
"If this isn't hell, the devil is surely taking notes." (Author - Stuart Turton)
It gave me a chuckle when thinking about politics.
Image: dream time.com
"If this isn't hell, the devil is surely taking notes." (Author - Stuart Turton)
It gave me a chuckle when thinking about politics.
Image: dream time.com
08:28 AM - Sep 09, 2023
@cbouzy
Although I'd love to support Spoutible with a $25 recurring monthly amount, my $834 monthly income would not permit it. Thought I made a one time donation. Can you/the team please help me fix it ? Thank you.
(Reconfiguring budget to try for monthly $5)
Trusting only you see this post.
Although I'd love to support Spoutible with a $25 recurring monthly amount, my $834 monthly income would not permit it. Thought I made a one time donation. Can you/the team please help me fix it ? Thank you.
(Reconfiguring budget to try for monthly $5)
Trusting only you see this post.
04:22 PM - Sep 08, 2023
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Please, and more if possible. Mr. Bouzy and team need a good living on top of this beauty they've created for us. Let's keep adverts sparse and ethically/environmentally selective.
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Christopher Bouzy @cbouzyThey would need to contribute $5. However, we can't run the platform on donations indefinitely. For example, many of you want us to release Pods ASAP, and that will increase our operating costs significantly.07:42 AM - Sep 08, 2023
08:30 AM - Sep 08, 2023
Another fine coffee time with Spouters. Thank you! @GailG introduced me to a new term: aphantasia. Only 4% of people experience it. (I'm one of the 10% who think only in images.) Sure helps me understand why some people can do horror or violent tv/movies/books but I can't without suffering.
08:03 AM - Sep 07, 2023
Thank you, President Biden.
05:21 PM - Sep 06, 2023
