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i'm tempted to share my big secret project that i've been working on for the past year but unfortunately pretty much everything i do has my real name attached
- Mun tuet, reseptilääkkeet sekä terapia katkesivat yhtäkkiä 4-6kk ajaksi byrokraattisen säästösyyn takia, kun mun asiakkuus siirrettiin yhdestä laitoksesta sellaiseen, missä ei ole jatkolausuntojen kirjoittamisen mahdollisuutta - Jäin toimeentulotuen varaan, toimeentulotukipäätös on nyt kestänyt 13 päivää Kelan kesätukoksen vuoksi (mulla ei ole ollut edes 1 euroa rahaa yli kahteen viikkoon) - Virkailija puhelimessa sanoi kuulevansa ”tätä hätää päivittäin”
@hiljaisuus Kiitos, en osaa sanoa. En voi ottaa oikein rahaa vastaan koska se on kaikki pois toimeentulotuesta (jos sitä joskus myönnetään), ja oon vähän noin muutenkin huono ottamaan apua vastaan, kiristelen hampaitani mieluummin. En siis oikeasti tiedä!
Joo, tämä ongelma toimeentulotuen suhteen on tullut vuosien varrella kovin tutuksi, siksi kysyinkin näin.
Avun ottaminen vastaan ei varmaan ole kenellekään helppoa. Meille on kovasti taottu päähän sitä, että aina ja kaikissa tilanteissa pitäisi pärjätä täysin omillaan, vaikka se on yhteiskunnan fiksaatio, ei ihmisten ominaispiirre.
Tuli mieleeni, että jos lähellä on ruokakauppoja, joihin voi tehdä noutotilauksen, nehän vissiin noudetaan vain luukun numerolla ja koodilla.
@hiljaisuus Vinkkiviitonen, että mobilepayssa voi myös tilatessa laittaa maksajan numeroksi jonkun muun kuin itsensä. Oon jeesaillu näin oman lähipiirin toimeentulotuella olijoille juttuja ja hyvin on toiminu.
Ja ruoan kotiinkuljetuksia, esim. K-ruoka voi tilata muuhun kuin omaan osoitteeseen. Nouto toimii myös.
- Sain vinkeiksi muun muassa yksityiseltä lääkäriasemalta lausunnon hakemista, ”vaikka se on toki kallista”, ja sosiaalipalveluista tukien hakemista lainaan, niin että maksaisin ne sitten takaisin takautuvasti (???). - Mulle ehdotettiin (tutun toimesta) myös sukusolujen luovuttamista maksuksi lausunnon kirjoittamisesta yksityisellä, ja sit että adhd-diagnoosilla sitäkään ei voi tehdä :,D - Kolme eri asiakaspalvelijaa tai hoitajaa on pahoitellut syvästi sitä, ettei voi tehdä asialle mitään
Yksi ihminen, kuullessaan että oon tänä vuonna kärsinyt nälkää köyhyyden vuoksi kertoi mulle myös oikein avuliaasti, että voisin hengen pitimikseni myydä seksiä ”vaikka tuolle herralle tuolla”. Toinen rikas kertoi, että taloudellinen tilanne on vain mielentila, että ei raha oikeasti vaikuta elämään vaikka sitä nyt sattuisikin olemaan.
Tuntuu vaikealta edes selittää oman elämän realiteetteja hyvätuloisemmille, me eletään niin täysin eri maailmoissa.
vittu että on perseestä!! oon niin pahoillani et oot just siellä pahimmassa välissä kun fasistit paskoo silmät ummessa kaiken eteen sattuvan.
ainoo mahdollisuus taitaa olla kääntyä kunnan/kaupungin puoleen ja hakea sieltä (täydentävää) toimeentulotukea. Yleensä tarvitsevat kelan ttt-päätöksen ennen myöntämistä mut toisin kuin kela, nää voi tehdä poikkeuksiakin. 😮💨
Sitten myöhemmin tänään silmiini osui tämä: hs.fi/mielipide/art-2000011316… Että voivat ihmiset olla tyhmiä. Se ettei erota vankilansa luonnollistuneita muureja tekee siitä *pahemman* vankilan. Vasta jos muurit näkee, voi yrittää karata.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has condemned the repeated use of Iraqi airspace by the Israeli regime to carry out military strikes against Iran, labeling the act a clear violation of Iraq’s sovereignty and a breach of international law…
Filmed footage this evening documented the moments when the alarm sirens sounded in the towns of occupied Palestine after the launch of a missile from Yemen, which led to the closure of the airspace and air traffic in the occupied territories.Follow
About 70 Jewish settlers attacked #IDF reservists near #Ramallah, throwing stones, choking a commander, and damaging military vehicles. Israeli media outlets described them as “Jews,” “citizens,” or “settlers” in headlines. The same outlets call #Palestinians who throw stones “terrorists.” The analysis in the Seventh Eye compared coverage from #Kan 11, #Ynet, Channel 13, and other major #Israeli media, showing different terminology for the same actions based on who commits them.
[…] And how did the main media outlets in Israel describe the incident? On Kan 11, not a media outlet considered a propaganda mouthpiece, this headline was given: “Jews attacked reserve fighters, six arrested.” “Jews.” Not terrorists, not hooligans, not even rioters. What a whitewashed definition for a violent and dangerous incident against IDF soldiers.
[…] When it comes to stone-throwers who are not Jewish, the treatment is completely different. For example, the headline on the “Israel Hayom” website for an article that referred to Palestinians throwing stones at Israeli drivers was “Stone-throwing terror.” When Ynet wanted to report on a case of stone-throwing by Arabs, the headline was “Terrorists threw stones at a bus in Samaria and fled, Israeli citizen injured.“
“Judea and Samaria” (occupied West Bank) in #Ynet and most Israeli media is of course another example of a a cognitive framing which tries to change reality, referring to an occupied land using biblical reality denying terminology.
What delayed the launch of my new podcast? you ask. Endless staff debates about whether episodes should be released semimonthly or biweekly. (We compromised on fortnightly.)
Anyway, Kohn's Zone is finally available. Listen to the 1st two episodes now at alfiekohn.org/podcasts/
Thank you so much for providing an RSS feed. So few people do these days.
It's always been important, but particularly so now, to provide an option that allows people to listen without the tech oligarchs intermediating and surveilling.
Indigenous peoples of Panama. Still subdued by neocolonialism. The current government of José Raúl Mulino has represented the opposite of human principles and democracy. Under Operation Omega, there have been people injured, detained, tortured, and killed. A struggle against Law 462, the opening of mining, the reservoirs on the Indio River and territorial sovereignty in the face of the US military presence. All within the framework of the National Strike 2025.
Photographs: Olmedo Carrasquilla Aguila. Radio Temblor / ALER
Et ce mec, qui n'arrive pas au bas de la cheville de Lavrov, est secrétaire général de l' #OTAN...
Le bon à rien Mark #Rutte, qui ne sait que lécher le cul de son maître et s'humilier devant lui de toutes les manières possibles, a essayé d'utiliser les mots les plus stupides pour blesser le meilleur et le plus instruit diplomate du 21e siècle, Sergueï #Lavrov, sur Fox News : "As for Lavrov - well, in my opinion, he has been the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia since the birth of Jesus Christ. And since then, nothing useful has come out of his mouth. So let's not pay too much attention to Mr. Lavrov." Les paroles d'un politicien de haut vol
This AI shit pisses me off. Am I supposed to be drawn to read your article (link) when you serve me a 'pic' of a THREE ARMED MAN? #AISlop pubeurope.com/@byteseu/1147847…
@Wowzy Wowzy Woo Woo Strange numbers of limbs and fingers seems common in AI and I find that very bizarre since even people who can't count money can count fingers.
New podcast out now! @elifriedman.bsky.social and Kevin Lin talk about their book, China in Global Capitalism. Class struggle, feminist activism, China's relations with Israel, the US, and much more.
As part of our Radical Reads series, we speak to Eli Friedman and Kevin Lin about their new book, China in Global Capitalism: Building International Solidarity Against Imperial Rivalry.
@Ralf Neumaier Foreigners who come to this country, even those who come legally, need to be willing to integrate into our society rather than bring their own along and expect us to integrate into theirs.
From Dec. 16, 2024, until May 16, 2025, Interpol led an operation across 90 countries, Operation Pangea XVII, that resulted in the seizure of 50.4 million doses of illicit pharmaceuticals worth more than $88 million, with 769 suspects arrested and 123 criminal groups dismantled worldwide, the largest seizures and arrests in the organization’s history.
“Fake and unapproved medications are a serious risk to public health. They can include dangerous or illegal ingredients potentially resulting in severe illness, or even death,” said David Caunter, director pro tempore of organized and emerging crime at Interpol.
In Canada’s case, Health Canada inspected 19,193 packages coming into the country, stopping 7,096 from entering and seizing another 539 at the border suspected of containing counterfeit or otherwise unauthorized health products worth an estimated $378,000.
About 69 per cent of the seized products were sexual enhancement medications, and another 10 per cent were supplements, including herbal and dietary forms.
About four per cent were veterinary and antiparasitic drugs, two per cent were hormones, two per cent were antibiotics and one per cent were weight loss drugs.
Health Canada is advising Canadians to be careful about buying health products on the internet and to ensure the online stores they buy from are safe to purchase from.
@Otter Raft You get into a situation where law enforcement needs to find something to justify it's existence and interdicting ED drugs is surely safer than fentynal where guns and the like might be involved and people are actually dying.
They turned back my order for 36% permethrin for parasite control. So now I get to pay the equivalent of 30X as much for 0.5% permethrin because it's apparently not a problem to sell permethrin, but you have to make sure you pay a stupid amount to entrenched suppliers that got in before the restrictions.
New podcast episode! We talk to the authors of China in Global Capitalism about working-class life and struggle in China and its relations abroad, inc with Israel, in Africa, and its rivalry with the US.
As part of our Radical Reads series, we speak to Eli Friedman and Kevin Lin about their new book, China in Global Capitalism: Building International Solidarity Against Imperial Rivalry.
An Israeli strike on a residential building in Gaza killed the director of the Indonesian Hospital, Marwan al-Sultan, along with members of his family. Al-Su...
mannn my friend gave me a preenfm3 synthesizer to check out last night. i almost started up the sound studio but then thought better of it. this has to wait til after the move
The weather is rainy again, so here is another live Ambient Improvisation session with the PreenFM3 and the OXI One. These two make an amazing pair and it's ...
Neofeud is a Dystopic Cyberpunk adventure game in the vein of Blade Runner, but with an overlay of Game of Thrones-like political intrigue, and 1366x768, hand-painted, stylized visuals.
Neofeud is a Dystopic Cyberpunk adventure game in the vein of Blade Runner, but with an overlay of Game of Thrones-like political intrigue, and 1366x768, hand-painted, stylized visuals.
NYT to start searching deleted ChatGPT logs after beating OpenAI in court What are the odds NYT will access your ChatGPT logs in OpenAI court battle? arstechnica.com/tech-policy/20…
Wikipedia's fine; it usually sucks but it is convenient. But it was written during the Perpetual Now, and it's more interesting to look at contemporary sources. Before the establishment of the Perpetual Now by paywalled newspapers and shitty goddamn blogs that want to ruun 6MB of JavaScript for engagement farming, there was Usenet and public mailing lists and bulletin boards for discussion and because of bandwidth constraints, "publications" that weren't on physical media were on really lightweight text files. This sort of thing is easy to pass around, it's all viewable regardless of operating system, you have your choice of software. Searching through text and processing text, these are really well-understood pieces of computer science, there are standard tools for doing it on any operating system, and they are so well understood that when you build search, the first thing you do is reduce everything to text; this is the point of software like Tesseract. Even HTML is more or less serviceable (provided you follow Fielding's advice on document structure). But someone babbling in a TikTok video or some four-hour Youtube ramble, a paywalled news site, that's all huge, heavy on bandwidth, and most people don't have a way to view RealMedia videos, soon enough they won't have a way to view .flv files. Nobody worries about this.
I'm not saying this because of nostalgia or anything like that: it is interesting that for that period of history, we have very good records, but it's just that window. Whatever is going on now is all broken links and paywalls and a morass of content-marketing, right, you are at the mercy of major commercial search engines, which are opaque and censored and then further censored in a way that varies by region and then gamed by people trying to make some cash, blogs have to have these massive header images. So one era of history has this really machine-friendly way of recording itself and that was rare before and after: you can read code and text from really old systems but say the bulk of it, the heyday of text files, maybe the mid-80s to the mid-00s.
So I have been reading up a little on Operation Sundevil (I'll probably have some more things to say about it), having gotten interested in it after reading about it in old issues of 2600. If you are not familiar, in 1990 the Secret Service coordinated with local law enforcement to carry out about thirty simultaneous raids across 15 cities and seized BBSs, floppies, etc., but ended up with very few actual arrests, and there was a lot of rhetoric in press releases from law enforcement and it was pretty apparent that they didn't understand the tech. The EFF was founded as a result of a raid that (coincidentally) happened at the same time as the Operation Sundevil raids: Steve Jackson Games was publishing cyberpunk-themed tabletop games and the feds seized the company's BBS because they believed the tabletop game ruleset "GURPS Cyberpunk" was a "hacking manual", they seized half the company's material for their upcoming game (due to be published a month later). All of these independent public communications systems were scooting along, people were dialing in and sending each other messages and then out of nowhere, the cops showed up. The reason someone running a fedi instance should be interested in how that event unfolded is obvious; the German government just arrested that old lady for posting thumbs-up emojis at a joke about a news story. Do you know what it will look like in real-time when they start to *really* notice fedi?
Of course there's a Wikipedia page ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operatio… ) but the contemporary accounts of it are very interesting. Wikipedia is written in retrospect: what did the people that were There say about it while it was happening? Fedi actually matches the culture around the BBSs really closely, so when (or "if" for optimists) this sort of thing happens to fedi, what will it look like? Contemporary accounts of it give you a better feel for how it unfolds. People over- and under-reacting, how you perceive these things with the fog of war (so to speak) in effect.
So, here is a tarball of text files. Phrack is a phreak/hacker publication (was distributed on BBSs and still available as text files) and was one of the targets; FidoNet was the biggest network of BBSs and had a model that caused some really similar inter-board dynamics (read some of the old FidoNews, see if it doesn't resemble fedi instance drama) and they had FidoNews published periodically. Note that spelling varies: "Operation Sundevil", "Operation Sun-Devil", "Operation Sun Devil". I was generous with the grep and it is probably going to be a footnote rather than the main topic. But because they're text files, I could just grab them and use grep. (And, of course, this stuff is what got me to write that uudecode thing in awk: I've been reading these on Plan 9. git.freespeechextremist.com/gi… )
I am below going to break one of my own rules; not an ethical thing but a "I really shouldn't". I try not to say "someone really should": I think you either do it or support someone else that is doing it but "someone really should" is terrible. I am going to be terrible.
And, kind of related, maybe there should be something like FidoNews for fedi: a kind of neutral publication that is independent of any given instance or project, information and announcements for people running instances or using fedi, open submissions, editorial from the staff, maybe interviews, maybe transcripts of the interviews in the Fedi Files podcast, something that people can download and have. It is, at present, easier to understand FidoNet's history than fedi's, because of FidoNews. Fedi has itself (good luck searching) and scattered blogs, and if I decide to shit some awful fedi drama onto the FSE blog, there's not an editor that will reject it: I'm the editor of my blog. That's fine for a blog, but a fedi-wide publication with a couple of editors, you know? I'm sure on the non-ideologue region of fedi there are some people that'd do a reasonable job, I'd be happy to help or send some material, but I am really not fit to be the editor, among other things I am too stubborn and I will spend my time arguing with people about their submissions instead of just publishing them (and aside from that, being the FSE admin carries some baggage that this publication shouldn't have to deal with). Tom Jennings (creator of FidoNet and main editor of FidoNews for most of its history) is on fedi and I would be surprised if he wants to be the editorial staff for that but you can probably ask him for advice (and probably should because I have *never* dialed into a FidoNet BBS but FidoNews is still an interesting read). So, sorry to "someone should" but someone should.
Shit I've just saw what ze wife paid for the fabric for the shade tent thing for the patio. I want out! If I wanted to spend that much on woman's wants I'd get me a trophy wife!
@Max_Imum bugs? Man, we're waaaaaaay past that! We're talking armored komatsu bulldozer and a herd of literal dragons. Flying, breathing fire and all that shit! 😂
Mexican is not a race, it's a nationality. The Mexican flag doesn't represent a race, it represents a country. Hispanic is not a race, it's really just people who share a language. Which really isn't a shared culture at all.
Mexicans claim their Hispanic ancestry from... Spain. And last time I checked, Spanish people are... WHITE and... EUROPEAN. And most Mexican Americans are... WHITE.
Americans aren't prejudice against your race, they are opposed to illegal immigration. Coming from Mexico. Which is a corrupt, shithole country that produces ignorant people. It's also slightly socialist.
Being born in American, you have the luxury of abandoning that identity and becoming the proud people you see yourself as. But instead, you choose to identify with the dregs of humanity.
I am libertarian, and I am probably a little bit more socially liberal than other users here. But all commies can go to hell. If you insist on subjugating yourself to Marxist identity politics, then you have no hope, and you have no sympathy from me
But how do you choose the right ones? And how do you use them effectively? Don’t worry—I’ll walk you through it!
Imagine walking into your bathroom and feeling like you’ve just entered a serene spa. Sounds amazing, right? With the right touch of design and decor, this dream can become a reality. One simple yet effective way to create a spa-like atmosphere is by using calming mosaic tiles. These tiles come in various shapes, colors, and patterns that can instantly transform your bathroom into a soothing retreat.
But how do you choose the right ones? And how do you use them effectively? Don’t worry—I’ll walk you through it!
1. Choosing the Right Mosaic Tiles
First, let’s talk about picking the right mosaic tiles. The color and pattern you choose can set the mood for the entire space. Think soft blues, gentle greens, and earthy tones. These colors are known for their calming effects. They remind you of nature—clear skies, flowing water, or a peaceful forest.
If you’re not sure where to begin, take a trip to a tile shop in Singapore. You’ll find a wide variety of options to look at, touch, and imagine in your bathroom. Seeing the tiles in person can help you get a better idea of what will work best for your space.
2. Create a Feature Wall
One of the easiest ways to incorporate mosaic tiles is by creating a feature wall. This wall becomes the focal point of your bathroom, drawing attention and adding a bit of luxury. Consider using the mosaic tiles in the shower area or behind the sink. This will instantly elevate the look of your bathroom and make it feel like a spa.
If you want a subtle design, go for a pattern that uses light colors and small tiles. For a bolder look, try a striking geometric pattern or a mix of colors. A tile shop in Singapore can provide you with plenty of options, from classic designs to modern styles.
3. Use Mosaics on the Floor
Why not pamper yourself from the ground up? Using mosaic tiles on the bathroom floor is a wonderful way to add texture and style. Small, textured tiles can prevent slipping, making them a practical choice. Plus, they feel great under your feet.
When choosing floor tiles, look for ones that are easy to clean and durable. Darker colors or patterned mosaics work well, as they won’t show dirt as easily. Again, visiting a tile shop in Singapore can help you find the perfect flooring that balances beauty and functionality.
4. Play with Shapes and Patterns
Who says you have to stick to squares? Mosaic tiles come in various shapes like hexagons, circles, or even fish scales! Playing with different shapes can add a fun, artistic touch to your bathroom. You can mix and match different shapes to create unique patterns or stick with one shape for a more cohesive look.
Using different patterns can make even a small bathroom feel more dynamic. For instance, vertical patterns can make a low ceiling feel higher, while horizontal lines can make a narrow space appear wider. Check out a tile shop in Singapore to explore these different shapes and see how they can change the feel of your bathroom.
5. Go All-In with a Full Mosaic Look
Feeling adventurous? Try using mosaic tiles on all the walls and floors of your bathroom for a full-on spa experience. This approach works best with neutral or pastel shades to avoid overwhelming the space. Imagine a bathroom covered in soft white or light blue tiles—it’s like stepping into a cloud!
While this might require a bit more investment and planning, the results can be truly stunning. A tile shop in Singapore can help you find matching mosaics that vary slightly in texture or shade to add depth without breaking the calming vibe.
6. Combine with Natural Elements
To complete the spa-like atmosphere, consider combining mosaic tiles with natural elements. Wooden shelves, stone countertops, or plants can complement the smooth, shiny surface of the tiles. This blend of natural and man-made materials creates a balance that feels both elegant and peaceful.
Imagine light green mosaic tiles paired with bamboo accessories or soft beige tiles alongside a potted plant. It’s a look that’s simple yet sophisticated, and it brings a touch of the outdoors inside.
In Conclusion
Creating a spa-like bathroom is all about setting the right mood. Calming mosaic tiles can do wonders in transforming your space into a relaxing retreat. Whether you choose to add a feature wall, cover the floor, or go all-in with a full mosaic design, these tiles bring a unique charm that few other materials can match.
If you’re not sure where to start, visit a tile shop in Singapore. There, you’ll find inspiration and guidance to help you pick the best mosaic tiles for your bathroom. Remember, the key is to keep it simple, soothing, and true to your personal style. With the right choices, you can turn your bathroom into a place that’s more than just functional—it’s a space where you can unwind and recharge, just like in a spa. Enjoy creating your dream bathroom!
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It's done all three, more or less in that very order.
Initially, modern tech was a progressive tool, helping immensely with science, mathematics, and documenting history and literature.
Then it became commonplace, everyone and their grandma has the internet, posting their random brainfarts, cat memes and fails of the day.
Now we're digressing, people using AI left and right, while simultaneously losing their own critical thinking skills, and also finding it harder and harder to double check anything without running into another AI brick wall.
Yes I realize your question is more about how tech has affected civilization. Technology has always been affecting civilization, so its done all three, evolved us, stagnated (I think peak useful tech and functioning generally happy civilization stagnated around 2014), and has been regressing since.
I myself don't see progress as a technical thing, but rather technology as something that could help us overcome our animalistic traits in order to enable us to live together in a good, forward-looking way. I mean, of all the mammals in the world, we are the best at building tools, but I wonder if we are making the most of this or if, despite all our tools, we are ultimately incapable of overcoming our instincts.
I don't know the answer any more than anyone else. However, your answer, which I share, suggests that despite all our technological achievements, we are not evolving significantly, but remain trapped in our animal nature.
Think about it for just a few moments. When our ancient ancestors figured out how to make fire, rather than carry it around in a sled thanks to a lightning strike, everything changed...
Humans are nice to each other as long as they can afford it. Limit their access to clean water and food and they will turn into bloodthirsty monsters, like any animal will do.
🇪🇺Viktor #Orban : "L’ #Ukraine dans l’ #OTAN ? Cela signifierait la guerre avec la #Russie, et la Troisième Guerre mondiale dès le lendemain. Pendant ce temps, la ruée imprudente de l’ #UE pour admettre l’Ukraine amènerait les lignes de front au cœur de l’Europe. Ce n’est pas de la diplomatie, c’est de la folie — on ne jette pas des allumettes sur une poudrière. 💥 Nous ne les laisserons pas transformer l’Europe en champ de bataille."
Lowkey will be on tour in England, Scotland and Ireland in September. Get your tickets here: https://linktr.ee/lowkey0nlineLowkey meets MintPress colleague G...
A bombshell new CIA review of the Obama admin’s spy agencies’ assessment that Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election to help Donald Trump was deliberately corrupted by then-CIA Director John Brennan, FBI Director James Comey and DNI James Clapper, who were “excessively involved” in its drafting, and rushed its completion in a “chaotic,” “atypical” and “markedly unconventional” process that raised questions of a “potential political motive.”
A bombshell new CIA review of the Obama administration’s spy agencies assessment that Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election to help Donald Trump was deliberately corrupted by then-CIA…
Eric Bailey: It turns out you can just pay people to do things. I found a voice actor and hired them with the task of "Reading this very dry technical document in the most over-the-top sarcastic, passive-aggressive,... jwz.org/b/ykqi
Eric Bailey: It turns out you can just pay people to do things. I found a voice actor and hired them with the task of "Reading this very dry technical document in the most over-the-top sarcastic, passive-aggressive, condescending way possible.
Once a man lost his way in the desert. The little food and water he had was finished, and for the last two days he was desperate for even a drop of water.
He knew that if he didn’t find water soon, he would die in a few hours. Still, a small hope was alive inside him, so he kept searching for water. He didn’t give up.
He kept hoping he might find water somewhere. That’s when he saw a hut. At first, he couldn’t believe his eyes.
Earlier too, he had been tricked by mirages in the desert. But he had no other choice but to believe it this time. After all, this was his last hope.
He gathered his remaining strength and walked towards the hut. As he got closer, his hope grew. This time, luck was on his side. The hut was real.
But when he reached, he saw that the hut was deserted. It looked like no one had been there for years. Still, the man went inside, hoping to find water.
Inside, he was shocked. There was a hand pump. Filled with new energy, he quickly went to the pump and tried to draw water. But the pump was dry. It seemed it hadn’t worked for a long time. Disappointed, he fell to the ground. He thought he would surely die now.
Just then, he noticed a bottle tied to the roof. Somehow he managed to reach it. He was about to open the bottle and drink the water when he saw a note stuck to it. The note said:
This confused him. Should he drink the water and save himself? Or should he pour it into the pump, hoping it would work?
Many thoughts ran through his mind. What if the pump didn’t work even after he poured the water? What if the note was wrong, and even the underground water was gone? But what if the pump worked and gave him plenty of water? He was unsure.
Finally, he decided to trust the note. With shaking hands, he poured the water into the pump.
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲.
After a few tries, water began to flow. Cool, fresh water! He drank as much as he wanted. His mind became clear again.
He then refilled the bottle and tied it back to the roof, just as the note had asked.
While doing this, he noticed another glass bottle. Inside it was a pencil and a map showing the way out of the desert.
He memorized the way and put the map back, filled his own water bottles, and got ready to leave.
He walked a little ahead, then stopped and looked back. He thought for a moment, went back to the hut, and wrote on the note:
It teaches us to never lose hope, even in the worst times. It also shows that before getting something big, we often have to give something from our side — just like the man poured all the water he had into the pump first.
In this story, water stands for the precious things in our lives — like knowledge, love, or money.
To get these, we must first put in our efforts, like pouring water into the hand pump of life. In return, we often receive much more than we gave.
It also shows how doing good can spread from one person to another, slowly making the whole world better.
The #GOP’s goal is to 1) #privatize everything so their #donors can #profit off you while making you #work harder, and 2) slash your services to fund #tax breaks for their #wealthy friends. Fox #News screams “#socialism” to keep you cheering while they #steal from you. How are #people still falling for this?
Adolf Hitler marries Eva Braun in his Berlin bunker 2 days before their suicide. The wedding certificate is signed by the 2 witnesses, Joseph Goebbels and Martin Bormann, and the councillor Walter Wagner.
@phlfie No. Hitler committed suicide, Karl Radl has discussed it on Flood's show. It's not uncommon for military guys, considered an honorable way to die, rather than surrender.
Sorry, but no he didn't. He knew it was a sin to commit suicide. Besides, there is ZERO evidence that he committed suicide. The filthy jews (aka Soviets) claimed he did and never provided any proof. It's all filthy-jew propaganda.
@phlfie @HUN7R355 I believe Karl as he even said there were witnesses who carried out Hitler and Eva's bodies from the bunker. It was the honorable tradition in Europe after leaders were defeated.
@HUN7R355 The witnesses that were, almost certainly, coerced into saying those things. Did everyone already forget what the filthy jews did to get confessions at the Nuremberg trials? What makes you think they didn't use tactics like that before the trials when no one was watching?
@phlfie one of those witnesses was Heinz Linge, who told what Hitler said about "The Coming Man." That hardly benefitted jews, it's inspirational for us. Regardless, Hitler is long dead by now. And Linge gave me a nice idea for a song,. So enjoy the song, rather than worry about suicide.
It was good enough for Hannibal. I'm glad Hitler didn't allow the bastard kike to parade him around in chains.
We heard what eisenhower and the kike did to innocent Germans after the war. Smashing peoples balls with hammers. We heard what the kike and its conspirators did to Saddam or Ghaddaffi.
This is a fight to the death. There is no point in letting the kike take you alive.
Maybe some people thought that the british and americans wouldn't do that to people, but somebody making excuses for a jew is just as bad as one. Arguably worse, because of the racial treachery factor. We shouldn't even expect anything else from a jew.
@ninapaleyI am glad that you are well enough to complete and dedicate your ride to Lola. It is so sad when loved pet dies but they forever stay in your heart and memories.
I am not sure my cats would appreciate that sort of effort. Mine have been and are mostly very lazy. They have excitable, play/hunting moments but they are fleeting. They are never happier than when languidly lying in a warm comfy spot just occasionally opening an eye to check on things.
@machaEven if Lola were still alive she wouldn’t appreciate my cycling efforts. To her my bike rides were just hours away from home where I should be always paying attention to her. I did that ride for myself, obviously. And it’s helped, if for no other reason than all that exercise helps my body process grief.
Israel has driven the region to a 4,000-km swash of violence from Libya to Iran through its reckless, lawless, and warmongering actions, all ultimately aimed at preventing a State of Palestine by “remaking” the Middle East.
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Mikko Karvonen
in reply to Kaisla • • •Aivan karsea tilanne. Olen todella pahoillani puolestasi.
Onko mitään tapaa, jolla sinua voisi jeesata edes tuossa akuutissa rahatilanteessa?
Kaisla
in reply to Mikko Karvonen • • •Mikko Karvonen
in reply to Kaisla • • •Joo, tämä ongelma toimeentulotuen suhteen on tullut vuosien varrella kovin tutuksi, siksi kysyinkin näin.
Avun ottaminen vastaan ei varmaan ole kenellekään helppoa. Meille on kovasti taottu päähän sitä, että aina ja kaikissa tilanteissa pitäisi pärjätä täysin omillaan, vaikka se on yhteiskunnan fiksaatio, ei ihmisten ominaispiirre.
Tuli mieleeni, että jos lähellä on ruokakauppoja, joihin voi tehdä noutotilauksen, nehän vissiin noudetaan vain luukun numerolla ja koodilla.
T 🍉
in reply to Mikko Karvonen • • •@hiljaisuus Vinkkiviitonen, että mobilepayssa voi myös tilatessa laittaa maksajan numeroksi jonkun muun kuin itsensä. Oon jeesaillu näin oman lähipiirin toimeentulotuella olijoille juttuja ja hyvin on toiminu.
Ja ruoan kotiinkuljetuksia, esim. K-ruoka voi tilata muuhun kuin omaan osoitteeseen. Nouto toimii myös.
Kaisla
in reply to Kaisla • • •- Mulle ehdotettiin (tutun toimesta) myös sukusolujen luovuttamista maksuksi lausunnon kirjoittamisesta yksityisellä, ja sit että adhd-diagnoosilla sitäkään ei voi tehdä :,D
- Kolme eri asiakaspalvelijaa tai hoitajaa on pahoitellut syvästi sitä, ettei voi tehdä asialle mitään
Kaisla
in reply to Kaisla • • •Sensitive content
Yksi ihminen, kuullessaan että oon tänä vuonna kärsinyt nälkää köyhyyden vuoksi kertoi mulle myös oikein avuliaasti, että voisin hengen pitimikseni myydä seksiä ”vaikka tuolle herralle tuolla”. Toinen rikas kertoi, että taloudellinen tilanne on vain mielentila, että ei raha oikeasti vaikuta elämään vaikka sitä nyt sattuisikin olemaan.
Tuntuu vaikealta edes selittää oman elämän realiteetteja hyvätuloisemmille, me eletään niin täysin eri maailmoissa.
Willow 🏳️⚧️🏴🇵🇸
in reply to Kaisla • • •vittu että on perseestä!! oon niin pahoillani et oot just siellä pahimmassa välissä kun fasistit paskoo silmät ummessa kaiken eteen sattuvan.
ainoo mahdollisuus taitaa olla kääntyä kunnan/kaupungin puoleen ja hakea sieltä (täydentävää) toimeentulotukea. Yleensä tarvitsevat kelan ttt-päätöksen ennen myöntämistä mut toisin kuin kela, nää voi tehdä poikkeuksiakin. 😮💨
Kirjapiilo
in reply to Kaisla • • •jotkut seurakunnat antaa myös raha-apuja (ruoka-avun lisäksi).
Ihan paska tilanne. Ja tyhmää sanoa pennittömälle ihmiselle ”mene yksityiselle hankkimaan lausunto” 😤
Hanna
in reply to Kaisla • • •Karoliina
in reply to Kaisla • • •Tommi Nieminen
in reply to Kaisla • • •hs.fi/mielipide/art-2000011316…
Että voivat ihmiset olla tyhmiä. Se ettei erota vankilansa luonnollistuneita muureja tekee siitä *pahemman* vankilan. Vasta jos muurit näkee, voi yrittää karata.
Kapitalismi on ihmiskunnan suuri voitto
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