January 20, 2021

you’re welcome pt. 2 ;)

(these are not created by me)

in this house we believe:

this place is not a place of honor

no highly esteemed deed is commemorated here

nothing valued is here

what is here is dangerous and repulsive to us

the danger is in a particular location

the danger is still present in your time as it was in ours

all fanfiction is funnier and sexier and vastly better-written when you read it at three in the morning, in the dark, lying on your side, tucked into bed, with screen rotate turned off. that’s just how it works. that’s just facts.

shane "eat the rich" madej

#hiking

‪In hiking and life we control neither the landscape nor the weather, but both walking up hills and appreciating the world’s surprises get easier with practice.‬

Want to learn a new skill in 2020? These books can help.

[via BookBub Blog]

Whether you want to learn knitting, try meditation, or finally brew your own beer, we’ve compiled a list of popular hobbies, along with great books that will teach you how to do them — and have a blast along the way. 

The Food Lab by J. Kenji López-Alt - Get to know the science behind a perfect steak — and learn a few foolproof kitchen techniques.

Good Clean Fun by Nick Offerman -  Parks and Recreation star Nick Offerman will show you how to make a variety of projects, whether you’re new to woodworking or looking to advance your skills.

The First 20 Minutes by Gretchen Reynolds -  The author cuts through all the medical advice to tell you the latest in fitness research, from one of the best exercises you can do for your body to how chocolate milk can help you recover. (Yes, really!)

TED Talks by Chris Anderson -  Learn how to speak in front of a crowd from the head of TED himself, and get public speaking tips from some of the most popular TED speakers. 

The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh -  Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh offers stories and exercises designed to increase your mindfulness of the present moment, even as you’re completing ordinary tasks.

Dreyer’s English by Benjamin Dreyer -  Brush up on your writing with this trusty guide. From grammar and punctuation rules to ways to make your writing more clear and readable, it’s a book you’ll turn to again and again .

Getting Things Done by David Allen -  With tips and trips to accomplishing more, this book will make you think — and act — differently when it comes to productivity.

How to Brew by John J. Palmer -  Are you ready to take your love of beer to the next level? Learn how to brew your own at home with this thorough, step-by-step guide.

Stitch ’n Bitch by Debbie Stoller -  This NYT bestselling handbook has revolutionized the way we view knitting and knitting groups. The guide combines how to stitch — including the basic needles, yarn, and techniques — with how to enjoy yourself.

Popsy the Sheep by Merve Çallı

Free Crochet Pattern Here (May need to make an account)

funniest thing would be if when Queen Elizabeth dies or steps down and Charles is all ready to assume the throne, here comes King Arthur, Excalibur in hand, sauntering back from Avalon like “oof what a nap! thanks for keeping the chair warm I’m back to be king again”