Tolerable Discussions 3.20.2019
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Category: Other
For those discussions and thread that don’t fit specifically in any of the other categories
Indy in Cali
Now updated with a date/time/location! Continue reading Indy in Cali
“In All Seriousness” Thread –03/19/2019
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread –03/19/2019
Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Mar. 19
Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Mar. 19 – Please welcome today’s contestants: – Megan, an attorney from Washington, D.C., whose dog “pays respects” in a special cemetery; – Bren, a store manager from Washington state, plays guitar with his rock-averse son; … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Mar. 19
Massachusetts/New England Meetup 03: Stone-setting?
Part One Part Two Yes, another one of these threads. I was actually going to post this last week, but I wanted to let the California meetups run their course. Anyways. I am going to try to see if we … Continue reading Massachusetts/New England Meetup 03: Stone-setting?
The Heavenly History Thread
Welcome to this week’s History Thread! Today’s picture: On March 19, 1853 forces of the Heavenly Kingdom of Peace seized the city of Nanjing, China and established it as the capital of their Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. Their leader, Hong Xiuquan, … Continue reading The Heavenly History Thread
Creative Endeavors Is Ready For Spring
This is the space for our members to discuss and share their creative projects, ranging from written works to drawings, photography, and even craft projects such as knitting and woodworking. Self promotion is welcome (websites where we can view and/or … Continue reading Creative Endeavors Is Ready For Spring
Guy Talk: Men and Gender Expression
Welcome to Guy Talk, a serious space to discuss masculinity, good and bad. This week’s discussion will be on “gender expression”. Gender expression is the way that a person communicates their gender. How we cut and style our hair, what … Continue reading Guy Talk: Men and Gender Expression
What Did You Do This Weekend?
Top o’ the mornin’! Begosh and begorrah, what did ye get yerselves up to this fine St. Patrick’s Day weekend? Continue reading What Did You Do This Weekend?
Weekly Cleaning Thread #7: Time
If you’re like me, you spend your weekends catching up on a lot of housework you didn’t do during the week. So, here is a place is a place to commiserate, ask for advice, or maybe brag about how clean … Continue reading Weekly Cleaning Thread #7: Time
Sunday Food Thread 3/17
Gah! It’s Sunday morning and I just realized I hadn’t set up the food thread post and I’m on my way out the door to go to work. St. Patrick’s day steps in with corned beef and cabbage, Guiness, Jameson’s … Continue reading Sunday Food Thread 3/17
The Pet Thread Enters the Frame
Which Avocado pet is the cutest? Trick question! They’re all the cutest! Let’s see ’em! Continue reading The Pet Thread Enters the Frame
Job Rants Thread – 3/15/2019 – Open Table
Hey, all; It’s Friday- I originally had a larger piece but, due to factors beyond my control, much of it got deleted and, frankly, I don’t really have the energy right now to retype it. So, consider today … Continue reading Job Rants Thread – 3/15/2019 – Open Table
Color Outside The Lines #3 – Where Do We Go Now?
Where do we go now? I won’t go into too much detail with this prompt. I had something on cultural appropriation planned, but that doesn’t seem right after yesterdays news. We’ll reserve that for next week. There’s much which is … Continue reading Color Outside The Lines #3 – Where Do We Go Now?
Avocado Reference Desk – 1
Instructions! Ask questions about anything that might require a bit of thought or research. The OTs and PTs fly by so quick not many eyeballs might catch your query. Put them here and they last all week. Check back to … Continue reading Avocado Reference Desk – 1
The Women’s+ Thread Celebrates Women’s History Month
Some guidelines to help this space be a positive experience for everyone: ☮ As always with the Avocado, don’t feel compelled to share beyond your comfort level. ☮ Anyone who identifies as female, or who was socialized female/AFAB/otherwise has firsthand experience with … Continue reading The Women’s+ Thread Celebrates Women’s History Month
The Craftocado: Of Dolls and Memories
Hello, Craftocados! Apologies for missing posting the last thread, I’ve been busy and scattered, as I always get at this time of year. I just plain forgot. Yay, me! And I’m posting a day early this week because I won’t … Continue reading The Craftocado: Of Dolls and Memories
Anime Worth Watching: Mushishi
Mushishi is an anime very faithfully based on the manga by Yuki Urushibara. A first season was broadcast in 2005, and a second one in 2014, with Hiroshi Nagama as a director. The music was written by Toshio Masuda. I’d … Continue reading Anime Worth Watching: Mushishi
Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (March 13th, 2019)
Run with the Wind is a novel by Shion Miura about a group of Kansei University students who train to run the Hakone Ekiden, a 200 km relay marathon held annually in January. It has been adapted into a live-action … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (March 13th, 2019)
Tolerable Discussions 3.13.2019
Have at it, folks! Continue reading Tolerable Discussions 3.13.2019
“In All Seriousness” Thread — 03/12/2019
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 03/12/2019
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