dani
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thread 1/17
I’ve seen a few spouts and comments from people suggesting that they might need permission to jump in on shenanigans.

I have thoughts.

You’re wrong, let me tell you why.

(I’ve been told ⬆️ is the best way to build consensus)
09:14 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 2/17
As the imaginary and absolutely self-appointed regent of Canadian Spoutible, I feel that I can confidently say that nonsense is always better when more people are in on it.
09:17 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 3/17
Sharing experiences creates a community.

On Twitter and other grim corners of the internet, people team up with likeminded people and scream themselves hoarse at the other side.

They form squads.
Us vs. Them.
09:19 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 4/17
But this isn’t Twitter.

So if we’re not fighting with each other, how do we build a community that not only survives, but thrives.
09:21 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 5/17
We build a community by sharing.

Jokes, recipes, thoughts, art, nonsense, whatever you like.

And we do it by participating.
09:24 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 6/17
Everyone is going to have their own level of comfort with participating.

Maybe that’s just smashing the like button or maybe you’re more of a prolific echoer.

That’s awesome.

The dopamine hits you provide are essential.
09:25 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 7/17
But maybe you really want to play along.

So why aren’t you? What’s the concern?
09:26 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 8/17
I’d like to remind you of something.

Nothing that you see on the timeline or in the comments is private. It’s all there for you to see and react to.
09:28 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 9/17
There are no inside jokes on a public forum.
09:29 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 10/17
Maybe you didn’t see the start or you don’t understand the backstory.

You can ask, it’s okay.

Best case/likely scenario is that someone explains it.

Worst case is someone saying “Are you new here?”

They’re probably joking so don’t block them right away.
09:30 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 11/17
But what if I say something that they think isn’t funny or interesting?

To that I say, so what?

You’ll either get no reaction or a courtesy like. That’s not the end of the world.

Better luck next time, please try again. Seriously.
09:32 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 12/17
What if someone says it’s not funny or clever or interesting?

Well they’re being weird, they could have just scrolled on by.

You’re not hurting anybody.
09:33 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 13/17
What if you mess up and say something that offends someone?

Did you mean to? Not cool.

Did you not mean to? Apologize and delete if necessary.

It’ll be okay.
09:35 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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thread 14/17
Jokes and nonsense are for everyone.

If you have something silly to add, please do.

People might run with it, they might not.

But you put yourself out there and that’s a cool thing to do.
09:37 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 15/17
Things get sillier and wilder as more people participate.

The tangents are often the best part and at the end of the day, fun was had and the sense of community was reinforced.
09:38 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 16/17
So please know that if you ever see something like #MicrowavingFish or #GrapesAreCommunist making waves, that’s where you are welcome to be silly and loud, and to take up space.
09:40 PM - May 05, 2023
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thread 17/17
And if the shenanigans you want to jump in on are Canadian in origin, I can confidently say that we would love it if you played along.

You can sit with us anytime.

🫶 bye ✌🏼
09:42 PM - May 05, 2023
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Vuyelwa Ncube
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In response to dani.
I like this thread
01:30 PM - Jun 24, 2023
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dani
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In response to Vuyelwa Ncube.
Thank you 🙂
02:20 PM - Jun 24, 2023
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Prefab Spout
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In response to dani.
In other words, follow the cardinal rule -"Yes, and..."
02:46 AM - May 06, 2023
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dani
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In response to Prefab Spout.
Exactly.
07:58 AM - May 06, 2023
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Buster T
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In response to dani.
Sorry! I nodded off in the middle. Then I had to go pee and grab another tall boy from the cooler. What was that you were saying? Oh wait a minute the game is on. Talk later.
10:42 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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In response to Buster T.
TTYL
10:50 PM - May 05, 2023
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Jack Mcgraw
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In response to dani.
Just say "sorry" and jump in!
10:27 PM - May 05, 2023
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Long Haul Voter - Tasha
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In response to dani.
Great thread! Thank you!🥰
10:16 PM - May 05, 2023
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John Bolton's Mustache™️☑️
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In response to dani.
That was a really great thread, btw.
10:03 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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In response to John Bolton's Mustache™️☑️.
Thank you 🙂
10:09 PM - May 05, 2023
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Slippy Shoe Spouts Stuff
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In response to dani.
Rules on when one can speak are oppressive to those of us who cannot shut up. Saying this not for a friend.
09:59 PM - May 05, 2023
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Maureen O
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In response to dani.
Terrific thread! I'm enjoying the Canadian shenanigans.
09:59 PM - May 05, 2023
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dani
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In response to Maureen O.
Thanks Maureen!
10:00 PM - May 05, 2023
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Utar Dolt
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In response to dani.
Rutabaga
09:49 PM - May 05, 2023
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DGeez
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In response to Utar Dolt.
That's my safe word.
10:08 PM - May 05, 2023
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Rebecca Mauk
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In response to Utar Dolt.
That's the nickname my kids gave me about 35 years ago!

Rutabaga sounds so cool compared to Rebecca 🤣
12:40 PM - Jun 24, 2023
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Eddie Stewart
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In response to dani.
Great thread! On Spoutible we're Orcas. We're lovable until someone comes at us. We're apex & we swim together, but a trolling shark best not pop up!
Echo... Reply. Make FRIENDS! Reach out to someone new. Share ideas, gifts, thoughts. This is what social media is supposed to be.
09:36 PM - May 05, 2023
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Klobby L
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In response to dani.
Well said Dani!
09:25 PM - May 05, 2023
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Sue Paz
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In response to Klobby L.
Yes!
12:56 PM - Jun 24, 2023
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