Random bits of random from her Randomness - a voracious reader, arm chair political analyst, mother, llama enthusiast, GAWB, and all around fancy pants.
@TommyHilfiger How much he cares for others. He volunteers, he donates, he learned sign to talk with the members of Big Ocean, etc. It is refreshing and inspiring.
@skztinypixie A boycott or a protest needs to be directly linked to your cause for it to have impact because these actions are an attempt to draw attention from people outside your echo chamber. If they can’t figure it out at a glance what you are protesting, you lose.
@seo_minie_ Whole lot of people read this and many of us agree that hashtag activism is this side of pointless. I’m an older fan (Cold War old) and an activist. Boycotts only work when there is a direct line to the cause. Give money. Protest. Vote. Get off your phone and do real things.
@Izzygracej The US market still engages in gatekeeping against non-Western artists so I applaud the successes of any k-pop group because each success opens the doors for other groups.
@skztinypixie It is easier to ask for forgiveness now that they are super successful. Would he be as contrite if they failed when he left like he did? No. They wouldn’t have been a second thought. And coming out with this after their fan meet and anniversary and before their next comeback?
@Jauwnio I have worked from home for the most part for over a decade. As someone with hearing aids, the idea of being in an open floor plan office is a nightmare. They amplify everything evenly so too much noise - and I can’t understand anything. It is incredibly frustrating.
@altNOAA It’s not a fluke. There are so many additional costs associated with accepting insurance. Medical practices need a team just to deal with the paper work and hassle of insurance companies rejecting claims and being slow to pay.
@hanniesflora This is a terrific list! I would like to add something as an older concert goer (first concert was in 1989). Protect your hearing with ear plugs or other hearing protection. You can still hear the group, I promise. Older You will thank you for the care.
Getting ready for the Seth Meyer/John Oliver show at Caesars. We must love them to brave Vegas on NYE. Some observations after many many trips to Vegas. A thread.
My only real gripe - the resort fees. The internet does not work and the pool is closed. We aren’t driving. What are we actually getting for our resort fees then? It is becoming a big enough issue that we are questioning whether we want to come back. And that is a damn shame.
@krassenstein How many of these boats land on shore a year? Would the expense of patrolling the shores justify the costs? Same with the border crossers - not just through Mexico but also Canada. Add those come here legally to visit then never return home. There is no simple answer here.