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Stories like this remind me that it isn’t too late for the world to change. 

Standing Rock is a well-organized, small city and will be impossible to evacuate

CANNON BALL, ND - The first thing you notice once you enter Oceti Sakowin Camp, close to the front lines of the showdown at Standing Rock, is that the “camp” is now a small city, housing some 8,000 people. That includes indigenous people, activists, visitors and media, all camping in the snow in below freezing temperatures. The indigenous people of Standing Rock have expanded the camp and have meticulously organized a massive operation running solely on donations, volunteer work and the spirit of the Sioux people and the visitors who’ve come to protect the water with them.

Many structures are so strongly built that you can walk on the rooftops. Notably, there is a school that has been teaching a class of Lakota youth as a home school resource center since August, which is planning an expansion.

That some refer to Standing Rock as their “home” is not hyperbole; for many Sioux, their home at Standing Rock is now a permanent residence. As you look around the small city, one thing becomes clear: Short of a small military invasion, requiring demolition and significant force, an evacuation is simply not realistic.

On Facebook, where incoming supporters share information, there’s a new rumor nearly every day of what is and isn’t happening at the camp. Some claimed that police shut down access to all supplies from the outside, but supply routes are still open. Some believed drones had been banned, but drones are in the air. However, alcohol, drugs and weapons of any kind are banned from camp. Security check through supplies, confiscating contraband like alcohol when it comes through.

It is unclear when the next action will be, but every morning there is a schedule for Oceti Sakowin Camp, with notices posted, whiteboards updated and signs put up in meeting halls and port-a-potties with new requests and announcements. Action meetings are at 8 a.m., mandatory orientation is at 9 a.m. Before dawn, a group leaves from one of the sacred fires for prayer. White allies are told to attend at least one of these prayers to pay respect. White allies are also recommended to attend to one of the many decolonization education sessions that are held at the dome every other night at 6 p.m.

More about life at the Standing Rock camp. | follow @the-movemnt

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Lmaooooooo! Unbefuckinlievable. 

Im going DOOOOOOOWN

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I had the pleasure of experiencing Thundercat for the first time, LIVE, at a concert last Spring. He opened his set with a mind-blowing performance of this song; I fell in love with its harmonies and his impressive skills on the bass.

However, it was an Erykah Badu - aka DJ Lo Down Loretta Brown on the 1s x 2s - set that led me to the venue (1015 Folsom) that night and I somehow let this gem slip away from me. (Look! It’s Badu. Shit happens.)

Thanks to Pandora, I was reminded of the electric performance I witnessed that night, as well as, the magic of this song. It’s amazing how life constantly teaches us new things, if only we are willing to listen with our hearts and pay attention. I have learned that there will be times when you have to grow before a thing can become real to you.

I appreciate this song now, more than ever.

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngyk7CJbJyw)

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A True Mississippi Legend

A video posted by Rhythm (@rhythmicbldline) on May 15, 2015 at 9:50am PDT

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This is one of my favorite songs to get the day started.

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Listen. Follow. Share with a friend.

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I've arrived at a point in my life where I feel the need to try my hand in a bigger city. I was born in the country, raised in the country and two years ago I moved to California only to, once again, live a life in the country. Don't get me wrong, I am a country girl and I love it but it is far time for a change. The things I'd like to do, the goals I'm trying to accomplish can't be handled from my current location. Arriving at this realization left me with the question of, "Where?" What's next? Where will I go? These are my top picks in order of preference: Sacramento, CA - Los Angeles, CA - New Orleans, LA - Atlanta, GA So, why am I posting this, you may wonder (that's if you're still reading)... I thought you'd never ask. I'll be needing a job and a place to stay in the city I choose; in fact, these two will likely be my deciding factors. Now: If you know of anyone looking for a roommate or a fast learner who works hard as fuck! Point them in my direction or hell, point me in theirs. #rhythmicbldline

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“Don’t cry for the things you love

or fall in love

cause they die

in time.”

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Where is this????

(via Get Ready for MECCAcon 2015 This September)

Interview w/ The Nerds of Color!! 

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“Snitch” on, my brother. Snitch on.

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Her artistry inspires me beyond words.

FKA twigs - Coachella (19/04/2015)

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People ask why I will not pick a sign and stick with it. This is why: The cusp is just that, a CUSP. I possess characteristics of both Scorpio and Sagittarius. I found this article and though I agree with its description, I prefer a different name: Scorsagian. I thought this would be a fitting first post for this blog as I begin my quest for balancing the powers of fire and water. - Rhythm