#or neat and tidy and comprehensible

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I think I wouldn't mind Zane's NPC-ification quite as much as I do, if it didn't feel like they were also retconning the fact that he was ever a person to begin with.

Like, sure, I totally understand. Dragons Rising has a huge ensemble cast, and the RGB trio + new ninja are the clear focus. And I don't mind that! Everyone who does get proper narrative attention is written so wonderfully and I adore what we have. But...sometimes it feels like they're just kinda divvying up everything that makes Zane who he is and giving it to everyone else, and never even briefly acknowledging Zane's ties to those traits.

Remember when Zane used to have prophetic dreams foretelling future events? Me neither. Hey Lloyd, how are your visions coming along?

Or, y'know how one of Zane's most integral plot lines, character details, and motifs is his struggles with memory and identity? Remember that time he got amnesia and was then both manipulated and magically corrupted into being a villain? Nah that never happened, anyway check out what Jay is up to now

Or, does anyone recall how Zane is a canonically really good cook with pies so delicious they made Jay cry on screen? No that's Arin's thing, actually

Heck, we even have our quota of ~Silly Robot Beep Boop Bop~ jokes fulfilled by Lobbo!

Don't get me wrong, I'm not hating on any of the other characters for having these traits. Nor am I arguing that Zane should have a singular monopoly on these types of storylines. But when they take traits that have for so long been primarily associated with Zane, like cooking and visions and amnesia, and share them with someone else without even briefly acknowledging Zane's prior involvement...idk. It just feels like they're trying to repackage all the things that make Zane interesting while still writing him out of the narrative. It feels like they're going "whaat? Zane, have personality outside of being a generic robot character?? That never happened!" Like they're just trying to have their nindroid and kill him too.

And I mean, to some extent I can understand their hesitation. It's the same reason the Mr. E/Echo reveal got scrapped in s8 - theres just way too much going on right now, and the narrative load required to explain somwthing this complicated during a reboot/sequel would just bog down an already very complicated story. Zane has a very convoluted backstory that, for new fans dropping in to the sequel series for the first time, may be difficult to explain. How do you recap Zane's history with amnesia in a neat an tidy way for the next gen story, when there's already so much going on?

Like i said, i get that. But they could at least make, like, brief blink-and-youll-miss-it allusions, yknow? Like how they played the Ice Emperor theme during Zane's existential crisis during drs1, or when Zane told Zanth not to follow dancing birds in drs3. Tasteful, subtle, doesn't require much insider knowledge and newer fans could easily interpret it as a noodle incident comment without losing out on their comprehension.

Maybe after Jay gets eliminated from the Tournament, Zane offers to go after him saying, "I've lost myself once or twice before. If anyone understands what he's going through, it's me." And if you want to preserve the plot unobstructed, maybe you can have it so that either Zane fails to get through to Jay or Jay is gone without a trace before he can get to him. Maybe there's a brief scene of Zane making a pie to try and cheer Sora up, but she can't eat it because it reminds her too much of Arin. Or maybe Lloyd has a panic attack over his visions and Zane is the one to offer him the advice about not fighting the vision and letting it come naturally.

Don't you see how easy that is? You would change literally nothing about the story at large, and you're not detracting from the main plotlines or character arcs that are quite validly dominating this series. But you're also throwing a bone to the people who actually like Zane. Like???? I'm not even asking for much here, man :/

Idk. Maybe I'm just bitter and need to touch grass, who's to say

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Spoilers for episode 58 of OUAW!

Torbek and Frost could not appear anything but opposites, but after (something spoilery) happens to Torbek…they begin to realise they have more in common than they think.

“Why don’t you believe Torbek?!” Torbek exclaimed to Kremy, they had been debating back and forth about what Torbek saw when he sat upon the throne near the entrance to Yon. He had witnessed cosmic ethereal and eldritch things beyond comprehension. His mind bursting with things he was struggling to even begin to grasp.

“It’s ok Torbek, I have seen it too, pondered into the cosmos far beyond what I can understand …I believe you Torbek” Frost cut through Kremy’s incessant and accusatory questioning. He stepped closer to Torbek, meeting his eyes, “perhaps it is something we can work through together, though we may not understand it, we can certainly discuss it more if you would like?” Frost directly addressed Torbek, ignoring Kremy’s words of frustration as Gideon moved his husband away from this bizarrely cosmic situation.

There travels continued as normal, they had their usual insane encounters but something was different.

It was clear to anyone who met Frost and Torbek that they were clear opposites, Frost is incredibly calculated, neat and tidy, logical and has a well trained ability to keep his emotions dimmed and his mind clear. Whilst Torbek was a mess, disgruntled and often startled, his mind filled with voices and his emotions out in the open for everyone to see.

Yet since their exchange before entering Yon, they had begun to walk together more often, chatting and observing. Easily perceived as friendly banter by all including the pair as they continued on their journey.

It remained that way, until one night. Everyone was asleep, all but Frost to the best of his knowledge. He was about to partake in some meditation before bed, until he heard a small muffled cry. He left his tent, following the sound until he found himself at the entrance to Torbek’s tent.

As he entered the tent, he was shocked. The tent was supposed to be whatever you wanted, and yet this tent was dilapidated and dirty. Did Torbek not believe he deserved anything more than this? He didn’t focus on that for long however as Torbek had noticed him enter.

“Sorry if Torbek woke you up Frost, Torbek is fine” Torbek said, trying to wipe the tears from his eyes and collect himself as quickly as possible, though frost could still see the bugbears body shaking, his breathing hitches as he tried to hold back the tears.

“It’s okay Torbek, I wasn’t asleep at all…are you okay?would you like to talk about it?” Frost asked, sitting down beside Torbek. Torbek opens his mouth to speak but quickly closed it again as more tears began to roll down his cheeks.

Frost is logical, but that doesn’t always mean that he possesses good common sense, especially in regards to social situations. With Torbek not opening his mouth to speak he assumed he wanted to be left alone “would you like me to leave you be Torbek? Because I can go if you need your spa-“ Frost was about to stand until Torbek grabbed his hand. A frightened look in his eyes that conveyed that he did not want to be alone.

“Ok, I will stay with you, don’t worry” Frost reassured Torbek.

Torbek eventually calmed his breathing, his tears subsiding. Frost did not want to pry on what had upset him so much. Instead they simply spoke of other things in order to distract Torbek’s mind from what had clearly shaken him up.

“And he didn’t know I could hear his thoughts the whole time!” Frost exclaimed, discussing an encounter with a tiefling who had a particularly dirty mind.

Torbek let out a laugh, and suddenly something had changed. It was small but it was noticeable. Frost felt a warmth spread over him. Taking a particular enjoyment in making Torbek laugh, it was a bizzare feeling he wasn’t quite sure how to explain.

They talked through the night until the sun came up, exchanging stories and discussing whatever came to mind. Neither of them had made any grand revelations, but something was different, something was new. Suddenly it seemed that at least to eachother, they weren’t as different as they thought.

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OKAY SO THIS IS DEFINITELY ONLY PART ONE!! My coalecroux one they got together but they were already married and such anyways and I want to set this one up a bit more as I love Frost and Torbeks dynamic. It is now almost half 3 so I must take a long rest. But rest assured I have big plans! Hope you enjoyed!!

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hiii i wanted to eay something

so to me you're like. the main. top? authority? main guy? how do i say this. youre all over bl tumblr, and your posts especially the ones you recommend/talk abt different bls are so like. fully comprehensive. and each of them has 482729 links to other posts, that it really gives the impression that youre some kind of. bizarrely organized level headed and all-knowing bl entity

im aware this sounds strange but i promise i mean this in the best way possible this is a Compliment i am just bad at those

like ok. whenever i hear abt a new bl or want to understand smth related to bls in general i know ill find the best explanation on your blog. and i do, but in the process of reading whichever post i found, ill spend the next hour following a trail of hyper links and hopping from post to post cartoon detective style until i remember what i was originally here for

its so interesting the way u explain things and u always manage to bring up the stuff i would have wanted mentioned

however i continue to be astounded by the amount of bls you have watched god damn

also your other posts are funny u give nice commentary and in tags of reblogs n such

ok essay over have a good day :)))

Hi!

Thank you! Glad you find me both helpful and distracting.

It's a personality thing. I love a spreadsheet and I'm a completest and v organized. It means when I delve into a fandom I have to know everything about it, or as much as possible, and then I need to categorize everything I've learned.

Having answers makes me feel in control and safe. Have a schedule of things to watch gives me something to look forward to each day.

The warren thing is just because I come from old school blogging and SEO training. Always lead them down a rabbit hole.... before we had endless scrolling and algorithms that it was how you lowered a bounce rate.

Now I can't stop. Must provide links to more information!

Before you ask, yes my home is very tidy. Partly because I travel all the time and have very little stuff, but also because I am just that kind of person. You know, even the drawers in the kitchen, and the boxes under the bed, and the medicine cabinet, are subdivided and labeled and color coordinate and neat.

Also before you ask, no, I don't have OCD, I'm just a neat freak.

Except spelling......

[wellmetmat]

Prologue to PoHW

~1300-word story bit under the cut, meant to introduce a magic-having Reformation setting (1560s low countries and surrounds) and its main narrator, come up with a few years ago because my friend wished for some aesthetic-heavy fantasy serial fiction involving a Reformation space race, set forth here in the hope that someone may enjoy it.

There is a harmony in the world which underlies all discord. There is a divine perspective from which all created things, in their innumerable variety and bitter conflicts, are only divisions on a ground; the ground itself being, current scholarship supposes, a melody (some say a note) in the mind of God. Direct experience of the primal generative music is probably incompatible with life in a human form; however, we can infer much about its properties from close observation of everything else that exists. Despite how it sounds, this is only finitely laborious, since the Creator graciously gave us a paraphrase.

There have been two direct revelations of the divine mind made on Earth: the word of God, and the works of God. One is a defined sequence of formal symbols -

All right, that's disputed. (Also why my nose is now set crooked.) There may have been three direct revelations of the divine nature made on Earth: the works, the word and the Word, if you think the Incarnation counts as an instance of this category. I think that's a taxonomic confusion, personally. A whole Person of the Trinity, being uncreated, is obviously and logically prior to created being, so a revelation of Him is not a revelation of the same kind of thing as the other two. (However tidy it seems. I understand its appeal: one revelation authored by each Person: a life, a book and a universe. But one has to check new classifications against existing knowledge. The desire for easy neatness in whatever one happens to be thinking about, ignoring the greater pattern of the whole, is a slope into error.) The Son is not an elaboration on a theme. If anything, He would be a note in a chord. Or perhaps an overtone in a harmonic series.

(Both those metaphors are definitely heresy, but so is every other humanly comprehensible description, and imagining the Trinity in some terms is unavoidable. If anyone ill-disposed ever reads this account I'll burn for bigger crimes. And the relevant wrong position here is clearly more wrong.)

So, there are two revelations of the nature of everything available to the concerned empiricist. One is a defined sequence of formal symbols, whose physical representation can be carried in one hand. We can produce copies of it in weeks with modern technology. The other is the rest of the universe. It's generally harder to read, and we can't make copies of it to work on independently, but human error in transmission is less of a problem.

(It can be hard to see how all nature on the one hand, and a record of the contingent-seeming vicissitudes of one particular ancient nation on the other, are expressions of the same underlying structure. One of them is much bigger, for one thing. But their correspondence is implied by the nature of revelation. The apparent contradictions can mostly be reconciled, or at least washed out into uncertainty, by the realisation that every aspect of nature is so bewilderingly complex that you can never be sure you've found all the relevant scriptural correspondences. Big things can be folded and thus overlap repeatedly with far less extensive things, that's what 'complicated' means.)

I think a helpful way to think about dual revelation is to compare taking cuttings for grafting from a tree. Each is not a child but a copy of that tree; yet the shape they develop into will be affected by where they're placed and the conditions they encounter there. One in a formal garden may be trained to a small and artful form, another in a neglected orchard grow broad and many-branching; each expressing still the nature of a single substance. Importantly, too, their shapes aren't random. You can't graft a twig onto a trunk and expect it to grow into a sculpture of a human head. The tree's substance, every smallest part of it, has particular potential: not a precise form it aims to take, but a way it aims to grow, a set of conditional pathways for its behaviour which lead to tremendous variation between instances, while leaving each one plainly a plant and not a cathedral or a hedgehog. That's what insertions of divinity into the temporal world do. They may become a book, or a cosmos. But they won't become just anything.

Several ideas follow from this.

If the cosmos is animated and sustained by an aspect of God that is like music - that is the ground and archetype of music - then the book, too, should encode the primal theme. That's the basis of the theory of textual resonance, and the science of powered flight. Recently, things are getting frighteningly practical around these parts of mysticism.

Further and more dubiously, some argue that if individual created things, or sets and sortings of them, are variations on the one immensely generative theme - then anything in the world, analysed to its fundamentals, should be able to be re-elaborated into something else. Transmutation does not change the amount of divinity being poured into creation; it's merely, metaphysically speaking, a matter of rearranging grace notes. That's the basis of alchemy. It's still mainly in the theoretical stage, but it's quite frightening anyway.

Pretend for a moment that you possess a garden (I wish I did), and an acquaintance who gives you unidentified cuttings in a spirit of experiment. If a grafted branch in your garden puts forth apples, then you know that, if other cuttings from the same original bear fruit elsewhere, their fruit will also be apples. You know something about things you've never seen, without having to go and check, and in some cases before it happens. Even so are the branches of revelation mutually informative. One day you find aphids, the next a metatextual pattern in the Pentateuch, and either one should tell you something true, maybe even about the other. That's the basis of applied theology, and also why people can grow old trying to master the biblical scholarship and natural philosophy needed to embark on it.

The scariest consequence of modern cosmology starts from an inoffensive observation of natural history. Causal connections between cognate things aren't necessarily forks back to the common origin. They can be direct. I didn't choose my plant analogy with much foresight; take a different one now, shoots springing up from a long underground root system. Or mushrooms, if you like. They look separate to us, but they're parts of a unified living body. A stimulus to one affects its fellows, up to a point. Not usually with a complete replication of the first stimulus: the specifics are tricky, vast and understudied. But it's hard to scorch or fertilise or put snails on one stem of a connected body without the rest reacting somehow.

Now, revelations are offshoots, or mushrooms, of God, and God is the most living and omniconnected being there can possibly be. So nature and scripture plausibly affect each other, in present time. Change a word of scripture, and it should change the world. (Predicting where and how requires intense study.) Add a new type or event to the catalogue of nature, and - in theory - divinely inspired copyists could start independently introducing the same changes to the Bible: not errors, but necessary and divinely regulated mutations in the text. (Determining who's inspired is an open problem.) That is the basis of magic. Also the new field of corrective exegetics, and incidentally my expulsions from university and certain of the German states. But one has to follow reason where it leads.

Anyway, the foregoing is why I was disturbed to notice that somebody had altered a quotation from the book of Daniel in the rather shoddy pamphlet I was setting in type this morning. It may possibly also give you an idea why Master Reuchlin, the printer, called me an unendurable wool-gatherer when I tried to bring it to his attention.

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Dualities of Dragon Ball characters

PICCOLO

- Very stoic. Solid. Comprehensive. Even wise.

- Doesn't know shit about anyrhing. Always sweating. Always anxious

BULMA

- Very kind, very helpful. Considers herself as such. Ultimately selfless and does things for the common good

- So utterly vain. Will tear into you without remorse or warrant

CHICHI

- Commits herself dutifully to a mother's work; wants nothing more than to be a loyal wife. Does noble work out of love.

- Picked a husband who does NOT give her what she wants, is utterly insane, yells at everyone

GOHAN

- Wants to do good by everyone, has gone through hell and is stronger for it, genuinely learned, genuinely intelligent, genuinely wise

- Just completely batshit. Dissociative. Too goofy for his own good.

VIDEL

- Kind, womanly, and doesnt shy away from those things. Wears pretty clothes. Considerate and compassionate. Enjoys helping people. Shies away from yucky things; even condemns them.

- A complete hardass. Mercilessly hunts truth and justice. I strongly perceive her as someone who drinks raw the blood of life but I have no proof for that. I think that she enjoys the darkness and madness and sticking her hands in people's wicked guts. My proof is that she married Gohan

GOTEN

- Well-mannered, polite, respectful. Considerate and earnest. On his way to being emotionally intelligent, well-rounded, and insightful.

- Complerely fucking hard-headed. Ruining people's lives with his crazy antics without realizing it. Daft as fuck. Rude to his elders (Mr Satan)

The next two domt count becasue theye change over time rather than two things being true at once.

VEGETA

- came from a viscous and vulgur background

- Grows into his noble nature, is overall neat and tidy and self-respecting, calls others "vulgar"

TRUNKS

- Starts out arrogant and with a superiority complex

- Under that was a friendly and spontaneous child who was just trying his best at being perceptive, grows up to be easy-going and chill and just wanting to hang out and have fun.

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House Cleaning Frequency: How Often Should You Really Clean?

Cleaning your private home is extra than only a chore—or not it's an principal element of holding a healthful and inviting living environment. But how usally ought to you quite be cleaning? This question does not have a one-dimension-fits-all resolution; it depends on different factors adding your way of life, the size of your house, and whether or not you have pets or tots. In this comprehensive marketing consultant, we will be able to delve into area cleaning frequency, presenting insights that let you make informed decisions approximately how most often to blank varied areas of your house.

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Shameful Pleasures, Pleasurable Shame: Thinking about Queer Performativity and Qur’an (Re)Citation

For those of us who find it most difficult to mold ourselves to Islamic norms, reciting the Qur’an can cause a lot of shame. Because this emotion is so common among queer Muslims and our relationships to the revealed text, it is worth thinking about–and worth talking about in the way I usually bring it up. My habit is to frame it within some neat and tidy narration about arriving at more liberating interpretations. “Oh, I used to feel shame but alhamdulillah not anymore.” I find that shame is much easier to talk about when I’ve imagined that I’ve finally surpassed it. And that I’ve finally found myself liberated on the other side of some closet door.

Shame is too uncomfortable to look at in the eye. But, following the lead of the late queer theorist Eve Sedgwick, I want to really pause over it. To reflect on what it does to us, how it forms us, and what it says about us. To dwell on the question of why it’s important. And, as Sedgwick argues, it might be integral to our queerness.

Qur’an recitation is particularly interesting to me because reading itself already shares some of the same embodied characteristics as shame. As Sedgwick points out, both involve a ���hyperreflexivity” of the body, downcast eyes, lowered head, a self-absorbed retreat from the world (1995, pp. 518-520). This is especially true in the heightened ritualized way of reading Qur’an, whether in prayer or not: the requisite ritual purity, the eyes lowered in pious reverence and concentration (khushūˁ), the careful attention to proper pronunciation of Revelation.

The performamativity of reciting/reading (qirā’ah) merges with shame when we encounter such verses such as:

“We also sent Lot to his people. He said to them, ‘How can you commit this outrage with your eyes wide open?/ How can you lust after men instead of women? You are foolish people!’/ The only answer his people gave was to say, ‘Expel Lot’s followers from your town! These men mean to stay chaste!’” (Qur’an 27: 54-56)

Somehow, in a passage such as this, the Qur’an can conjure shame within us when it seems to implicate us in its verses. The eyes downcast in pious humility become the downcast eyes of shame. We suddenly experience a drastic change in our relationship to the text.There is a cognitive disruption to our recitation. A break in our relationship to the text (Sedgwick, 1993, p. 7). What starts off as an experience of intimate communion with God’s Words becomes a kind of rejection. The text becomes the person who can no longer bear to look at us, the accused. In response, we blush, feel ourselves “turn[ed] inside out” or “outside in” (Sedgwick, 1995, p. 520). The very words we chant on our tongue, lips, next to our jugular veins also expel us. We embody a kind of dissonance in a similar way that ritual prayer can (re: Silvers link). What might have been an intense encounter with the divine, shame inverts into exile.

It is difficult to pinpoint exactly when we first find such verses personally accusatory. Perhaps a different yet similar kind of hail happened on the playground. Or when our parents dragged us to the mosque one Friday we overhear some uncle whispering about someone else’s son. Or maybe the shame from reciting these verses comes in combination with an even earlier memory: the last time our father lets us pray with our mother and then, for reasons beyond our immediate comprehension, we must pray with the other men.

Eventually, these verses illicit shame. And when they do, expulsion isn’t the only thing that happens; we also arrive at some new understanding of ourselves. We become queer, gay, trans, different, not-straight. Maybe even before we name it. Shame is formative emotion. We become queer. And with every recitation, we are not merely reminded of God but reminded of our queer selves. At one point, the practice of recitation becomes a performance of queerness.

Performance is iterative. It happens over and over again. It is a script that makes us into who we are. And ashamed recitations happen over and over again. We may recite such verses before our Qur’an teacher. We would be cross-legged, face down, eyes on the floor, absorbed in reciting these verses from memory. As a student, we may forget one or two verses. The teacher might give a hint: the first word of the verse or a loose English translation. We will find that our body remembers. Then, coming (again) to the verses we dread reciting, our face blushes. We hope our body’s accusations are not legible to the people around us.

Even if we’ve never acted on our desires, there is the strange experience of feeling implicated in certain verses. We experience these verses as talking about people of our lusts, going beyond bounds of decency and getting what they deserve. The raging sexual desires that drive the men of Sodom to Lot’s door feel like something we have already taken part in. Lot is pointing an accusatory finger at us: “How can you commit this outrage?” And perhaps in a horrifying way, as the reciter, we hear Lot’s condemnation in our voice. We hear ourselves say these words to ourselves, a self-accusatory text. Lot is a prophetic accuser handing us, the accused, our indictment then compelling us to read it aloud, commit it to memory.These verses we recite and memorize are not necessarily homophobic. Qur’anic verses rarely come to us weightless of human interpretations. No matter how much the imam (or even ourselves) insist on one particular reading as the literal, truest-to-the-original meaning. One cannot simply read the Qur’an and come directly to an understanding of the divine word. Interpretations have already arrived well before we open up the Qur’an, read a translation, or open up our mouth to recite it from memory.

Much like gender, we find ourselves in interpretations not of our own choosing. And similar to gender, one is lead to believe that these interpretations come natural, that they are simply clear, literal meanings rather than socially constructed interpretations contingent on time and place.

At this point, it may be useful to invoke Judith Butler–especially as Sedgwick, writing about the queer performativity of shame, is building off of Butler’s theory that gender and sexuality are performative. Ways of being human are always contingent on time and place. Our gender and sexuality come to us prepackaged. But we are made to experience them as natural, matter-a-fact, as precisely the stuff of inner truth that is beyond their social construction. It is what we modern Muslims probably hear in verses such as “wa ma khalaqa’l-dhakara wa’l-untha” (“by the male and female He created,” Qur’an 92:3). Where God swears by the creation of male and female sounds like gender dimorphism is the only God-ordained, natural way of being human. And these naturalized human constructs are performed, acted out in our everyday lives–as example being in the very ritual performance of Qur’an recitation–and thereby reinforced over and over again.

Normative, “literal” readings/recitations are also fragile. A conservative, mainstream scholar who takes the prohibition of homosexuality without saying may recite the associated verses anyway.Recitation is a kind of remembering in the act of recalling from memory what one already knows. It comes to us already interpreted. In reciting these verses, one remembers a certain moralized knowledge about one’s body. It is also a remembering of an internalized index. The reciter is an embodied concordance of the Qur’an. A word such as al-fahisha—translated here as outrage—has a particular sexual valence. He has encountered the homosexualization of the term in sermons and in online fatwas. Reciting ata’tuna’l-fahisha sounds like how dare you come to homosexuality. Guilt is not an accurate term here. One does not need to have “acted” on “it” to feel the emotive force behind such recitations. Shame “permanently intensifies or alters the meaning of—of almost anything: a zone of the body, a sensory system, a prohibited or indeed a permitted behavior” (Sedwick, 1993, 12). He cannot speak Arabic but when he hears the imam recite it during prayers, al-fahisha is always talking about him. About the sexual desires he has. About the sex he had. About the sex he wished he had. About the sexuality that already burns his flesh in its lustful longings. About hellfire and eternal punishments. Towns overturned in the sky for having done this. The thrown of God shaking in rage over it.

Norms are tenuous, dependent on their continual citations to maintain the illusion of literalism, of natural, matter-a-fact readings. Muslims do not recite the Qur’an in the same way. Recitation as a performance always leaves room for improvisation, for improper citations of norms, and unexpected performances that expand the meanings of Muslim piety.

A QUEER PERSON COMES INTO BEING These verses are one site in which he recognizes his desires as pleasurable. A queer body is interpellated by the recitation. The force of a prohibition is not simply against homosexual acts but homosexual existence which intensifies around sites of arousal, the imagination, the eyes, the private parts. The reciter, in feeling this accusatory charge attached to his body, may recall another verse he has memorized: “They will say to their skins, ‘Why did you testify against us?’ and their skins will reply, ‘God, who gave speech to everything, has given us speech” (Q 41:21). Verses such as these stick in his mind without his willingness to actually memorize them. It is as if his skin is already speaking for him.[ii] This is because these verses express normative valuations of the body that attach themselves to the reciter’s flesh.

Shame does not go away. It continually rescripts us. It is “integral to and residual in the processes by which identity itself is formed. They are available for the work of metamorphosis, reframing, refiguration, transfiguration, affective and symbolic loading and deformation” (Sedgwick, 1993, 13). I am not talking about the myth of shame passing away into liberating closure; I am talking about closure that is withheld by its very operation. In the recitation of the Qur’an, shame continues to be reproduced in a circular way. Shame prompts recognition, formation, reformulation of a person with prohibited desires. Shame then continues to surface through verses that remind one of one’s embarrassment. This reinforces identity, maintains the performance.

PERFORMANCE OF A QUEER MUSLIM SELF

Shame can turn against itself, opening up new possibilities. Shame is “a kind of free radical” (1993, 12) that continues to rework and resignify our bodies. Erotic passions and erotic zones of the body can be felt in new ways, opening up to new embarrassments. Nothing is final. Nothing is resolved. Similarly to the Qur’an.

The Qur’an and the queer Muslim, the recitation and the reciter, both reveal their mutual messiness through the experience of shame. There is a disjunction between what the recitation apparently performs (an insistence to not be a homosexual body) and how one should actually go about not being a homosexual. There are ritual scripts of averting one’s gaze, of avoiding the opposite sex, of praying with other men, of avoiding “bad” company. But shame continues to re-visit him. Praying next to another man who was never supposed to be a distraction. Where averting his gaze from women feels like piety but averting one’s gaze from men continues to already feel like a condemnation. What shame shows us is the impossibility of ritual mastery and the possibility—indeed, the necessity—to rethink, if not how to not be a homosexual (within a script designed for and by heterosexual men) then how to find a livable life as a homosexual.

Within the Qur’an, the queer Muslim finds a surprising ally. In the Qur’an, the story is never told in a complete, unbroken narration. It withholds the pleasure of a complete telling, a clear narration, a comprehensive account. Social norms and normative interpretations may fill in the gaps.[iii] Kecia Ali brings an example of this in her contrasting of two qur’anic tellings of Mary’s pregnancy with Jesus, one occurring in the Chapter on the Family of ‘Imran (Q 3) and another in Mary’s Chapter (Q 19). In some ways the narrations inform one another yet in other ways they challenge one another. In this way, the Qur’an, in its very messiness, in revealing Mary as both “settled and unsettling,” is a queer text (Ali, 24). As for Lot’s story, the sexual impropriety of his people is not always mentioned (Q 51:32). Sometimes other misdeeds are listed with that of their sexual misconduct (Q 29:29). Other times, the Qur’an simply asks the reciter to remember the people of Lot (Q 38:13), then quickly moves on to other subjects. As much as ashamed recitations stylize and engage an embodied Qur’anic concordance, something is not exactly concordant after all. There is a sense that not all meanings have been exhausted. Verses are crossed wires of truth that were supposed to be clear. But revelation proves to be rather muddled.

It is not my intention to romanticize shame as a site of queerness. Rather, my intention in this preliminary reflection on queer Muslim recitation of the Qur’an is to show that shame—much like the norms in which we are embedded—is an emotion that comes without our choosing. But shame is not the end of our agency. And in the face of the very norms that interpret queer existence away, one persists anyway precisely because shame is a means of constituting a queer identity. Nor do the norms that cause shame ultimately succeed in making us behave. As much as shame constitutes us, it also opens up space for new significations, revealing the incompleteness of norms. Norms do not have the final say about who we are, what we do, and how we ought to live. In this way, shame plays itself out in our lives rather queerly. It continues to unsettle the reciter, leaving space open for new significations, to improvise in one’s ritual readings of Qu’ran, making possible new styles of recitation or qira’at.

Bibliography:

M.A.S. Abdel Haleem, The Qur’an. New York: Oxford University Press, 2010.

Kecia Ali, “Destabilizing Gender, Reproducing Maternity: Mary in the Qur’an.”

Judith Butler, Gender Trouble. New York: Routledge, 2007 (first published: 1990)

Bodies That Matter: On the Discursive Limits of “Sex.” New York: Routledge, 1993.

Amy Hollywood, “Performativity, Citationality, Ritualization.” Acute Melancholia and Other Essays: Mysticism, History, and the Study of Religion. New York: Columbia University Press, 2016.

Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick, “Queer Performativity: Henry James’s The Art of the Novel.” GLQ, vol. 1, 1993, pp. 1-16.

“Shame in the Cybernetic Fold: Reading Silvan Tomkins.” Critical Inquiry, vol. 21, no. 2, Winter 1995, pp. 496-522.

[i] The term “Qur’an” means recitation. I use the term “recitation” to refer to a set of ritual engagements with the text: reading the original Arabic; reciting the text from memory, to oneself or others; and reciting it within ritual prayers, aloud or silently. Recitation is a particular kind of devotional relationship to the Qur’an. In ritual prayer, the reciter orients herself towards Mecca. One is in a state of ritual purity, having performed ablution. There are particular rules on pronunciation as well as various means of beautifying one’s voice during recitation.

[ii] Re: Mark Jordan’s essay on Foucaul, “Chatting Genitals” in Convulsing Bodies (2014).

[iii] Re: Aish Geissinger’s paper presentation at AAR: while very little is said of the People of al-Rass, they show how such references to al-Rass were read by some scholars as condemnations of homosexual intimacy between women.

🛑 This article was published on October 30, 2019 by Garrett Kiriakos-Fugate at <https://hanifkiriakos.wordpress.com/> website

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Affordable Pet Grooming Near Me

Finding the right services for your furry friends can be a challenge, especially when searching for pet grooming near me. If you’re a pet owner in Gurgaon or Delhi, you want to ensure that your dog receives the best care possible. Affordable pet grooming services can help maintain your dog’s health and appearance without breaking the bank. At Another Home, we understand how important it is to keep your pet looking and feeling their best. Let’s discuss the benefits of regular grooming and what to look for in a quality dog care center.

Benefits of Regular Grooming

One of the main reasons to invest in pet grooming is to ensure your dog stays healthy. Regular grooming helps prevent matting, which can lead to skin issues and discomfort. Grooming also allows you to check for any unusual lumps or bumps on your dog's skin, which could be early signs of health problems. A professional groomer will be trained to recognize these issues and advise you on how to address them.

Another benefit of regular grooming is the improvement of your dog's overall appearance. A well-groomed dog not only looks better but also feels better. Regular brushing helps to distribute natural oils in your dog’s coat, making it shinier and healthier. A groomer will also be able to trim your dog’s nails, clean their ears, and give them a bath, which all contribute to a neat and tidy appearance.

What to Look for in a Grooming Service

When looking for pet grooming near me, consider the range of services offered. A good dog care centre should provide various grooming options, including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and even special treatments like de-shedding or flea baths. At Another Home, we offer comprehensive grooming packages tailored to meet the unique needs of your pet. Our experienced groomers are skilled in handling different breeds and coat types, ensuring that every dog receives the care they need.

Another important factor to consider is the environment of the grooming facility. A clean, safe, and welcoming space is crucial for both you and your pet. Before committing to a pet grooming service, visit the facility to check the cleanliness and see how the staff interacts with the animals. A good dog care centre will have a friendly and knowledgeable staff who genuinely care about the well-being of your pet.

Quality of Products Used

You should also pay attention to the products used during grooming. High-quality, pet-friendly shampoos and conditioners are essential for maintaining your dog's coat and skin health. Some pets may have allergies or sensitivities, so it’s important that the grooming centre uses products that are safe and suitable for your dog. At Another Home, we use only the best grooming products to ensure that your pet receives top-notch care.

Pricing Considerations

Pricing is another factor to consider when searching for pet grooming near me. While affordability is important, it’s also crucial not to compromise on quality. Look for a dog care centre that offers competitive pricing without sacrificing service quality. At Another Home, we strive to provide affordable grooming services without cutting corners. We believe that every dog deserves to look and feel their best, regardless of their owner’s budget.

The Importance of Customer Reviews

Customer reviews can be a valuable resource when choosing a pet grooming service. Reading about other pet owners’ experiences can give you insight into the quality of care provided at a specific facility. Look for testimonials on the dog care centre’s website or check social media platforms to see what others are saying. Positive reviews from satisfied customers can give you confidence in your choice.

Convenience Matters

If you have a busy schedule, convenience is key when looking for grooming services. Consider the location of the dog care centre and its operating hours. A grooming facility that is easy to reach and has flexible hours will make it easier for you to get your dog groomed regularly. At Another Home, we offer convenient appointment scheduling to accommodate your busy life.

Additional Services Offered

Moreover, consider whether the grooming centre provides additional services such as dog boarding or daycare. This can be beneficial if you need a place for your dog to stay while you’re away or if you want to socialize your pet with other dogs. Another Home offers excellent boarding and daycare services, allowing your pet to enjoy their time even when you are not around.

Conclusion

In conclusion, finding affordable pet grooming services in Gurgaon and Delhi is essential for maintaining your dog’s health and appearance. When searching for pet grooming near me, remember to look for a dog care centre that offers a variety of grooming services, maintains a clean and safe environment, uses high-quality products, and provides competitive pricing. By considering these factors, you can ensure that your pet receives the best care possible.

At Another Home, we are dedicated to providing the best dog boarding and grooming services in Gurgaon and Delhi. Our team of experienced groomers is ready to help your dog look and feel their best. Don’t hesitate to reach out and schedule an appointment today. Your furry friend deserves the best!

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8 Best Car Accessories for Your Car

1. HOTOR Car Trash Can with Lid and Storage Pockets

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3. Qifutan Car Phone Holder Mount

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English Cocker Spaniel Puppies: A Bundle of Joy

Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an exciting and joyous occasion, and few breeds capture the essence of puppyhood quite like the English Cocker Spaniel. These adorable pups are renowned for their playful personalities, affectionate nature, and boundless energy. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore everything you need to know about English Cocker Spaniel puppies, from their origins and characteristics to their care and training.

Whether you're considering adding one of these charming canines to your family or simply want to learn more about them, prepare to be captivated by the irresistible allure of English Cocker Spaniel puppies.

Origins and History

The English Cocker Spaniel is a member of the Spaniel family, which has a long and distinguished history dating back several centuries. Originally bred as hunting dogs, Cocker Spaniels were prized for their ability to flush out game birds, particularly woodcock, from dense undergrowth. Over time, distinct varieties of Spaniels emerged, including the Cocker Spaniel, named for its prowess in hunting woodcock.

The English Cocker Spaniel as we know it today developed in England during the 19th century, with breeders focusing on refining the breed's size, appearance, and hunting abilities. The breed's popularity soared in the United Kingdom and eventually spread to other parts of the world, including the United States, where it was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946.

Characteristics and Appearance

Physical Attributes

English Cocker Spaniel puppies are characterized by their charming appearance and expressive features. They have a sturdy and well-proportioned build, with a medium-sized frame and compact body. Their distinctive features include a rounded skull, long and pendulous ears, and a softly feathered coat that comes in a variety of colors, including black, liver, red, and golden. With their dark, soulful eyes and wagging tails, English Cocker Spaniel puppies exude warmth, affection, and undeniable charm.

Temperament and Personality

One of the most endearing qualities of English Cocker Spaniel puppies is their playful and affectionate nature. These delightful canines are known for their friendly disposition, boundless energy, and unwavering loyalty to their families. They thrive on human companionship and are eager to please, making them excellent companions for individuals and families alike. Whether they're romping in the backyard, cuddling on the couch, or playing with children, English Cocker Spaniel puppies bring joy and laughter wherever they go.

Care and Maintenance

Grooming Requirements

English Cocker Spaniel puppies have a moderately long and silky coat that requires regular grooming to keep it looking its best. Weekly brushing helps prevent matting and tangles, while occasional baths help keep their coat clean and fresh. Pay special attention to areas prone to matting, such as behind the ears and under the legs. Additionally, regular trimming of the coat, particularly around the ears, feet, and tail, helps maintain a neat and tidy appearance.

Exercise Needs

Like all puppies, English Cocker Spaniels require regular exercise to keep them happy, healthy, and well-balanced. Daily walks, play sessions, and interactive games are essential for burning off excess energy and stimulating their minds. Engaging in activities such as fetch, agility training, and obedience classes can help channel their natural instincts and provide mental and physical stimulation.

Nutritional Considerations

Proper nutrition is vital for the health and well-being of English Cocker Spaniel puppies. Choose a high-quality puppy food formulated specifically for their age, size, and activity level. Divide their daily food intake into two or three meals to prevent overeating and digestive upset. Monitor their weight and adjust their portion sizes as needed to maintain a healthy body condition. Provide plenty of fresh water at all times to keep them hydrated and support optimal health.

Training and Socialization

Positive Reinforcement

Training English Cocker Spaniel puppies requires patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement techniques. Use rewards such as treats, praise, and play to motivate and encourage desired behaviors. Avoid harsh or punitive methods, as these can damage the bond between you and your puppy and erode their trust and confidence. Keep training sessions short, fun, and engaging to hold their attention and prevent boredom.

Socialization

Early socialization is crucial for English Cocker Spaniel puppies to develop into well-behaved and well-adjusted adults. Expose them to a variety of people, animals, environments, and experiences from a young age to help them feel confident and comfortable in different situations. Gradually introduce them to new sights, sounds, and smells, and praise them for remaining calm and relaxed. Positive interactions during the critical socialization period lay the foundation for a happy and well-rounded adult dog.

Health Considerations

Common Health Issues

While English Cocker Spaniel puppies are generally healthy and robust, they are prone to certain genetic health conditions that prospective owners should be aware of. These may include:

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA): A hereditary eye disorder that can lead to vision loss and blindness.

Hip Dysplasia: A developmental condition that affects the hip joints and can cause pain and mobility issues.

Ear Infections: Due to their long, pendulous ears, English Cocker Spaniels are prone to ear infections if not kept clean and dry.

Autoimmune Disorders: Some English Cocker Spaniels may be predisposed to autoimmune conditions such as autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) and immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (ITP).

Veterinary Care

Regular veterinary check-ups are essential for monitoring the health and well-being of English Cocker Spaniel puppies. Schedule routine vaccinations, deworming, and parasite prevention treatments as recommended by your veterinarian. Discuss appropriate preventive care measures, such as flea and tick control, heartworm prevention, and dental care, to keep your puppy healthy and happy for years to come.

Conclusion

In conclusion, English Cocker Spaniel puppies are truly a bundle of joy. With their charming appearance, playful personality, and affectionate nature, these delightful canines bring happiness and laughter into the lives of their families. Whether they're bounding through the backyard, snuggled up on the sofa, or learning new tricks and commands, English Cocker Spaniel puppies never fail to brighten your day and warm your heart. If you're considering adding one of these lovable companions to your family, be prepared for a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories with your furry friend.

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Tree Loppers in Melbourne: A Comprehensive Guide to Tree Care and Maintenance

Melbourne, known for its stunning gardens and lush green spaces, is a city that thrives on its natural beauty. Maintaining this greenery, however, requires expertise and care, particularly when it comes to managing trees. Tree lopping is an essential service for both residential and commercial properties, ensuring that trees remain healthy, safe, and aesthetically pleasing. In this guide, we'll explore the importance of tree loppers Melbourne, what services they offer, and how to choose the right professional for your needs.

Understanding Tree Lopping

Tree lopping involves the trimming of tree branches and limbs to manage growth, improve tree health, or enhance the appearance of the tree. Unlike tree pruning, which is more about the careful and selective removal of specific branches to promote healthy growth, lopping can be more extensive and may involve cutting large sections of the tree. While both practices are crucial for tree care, lopping is typically employed when trees have grown too large, are posing a safety risk, or need reshaping.

The Importance of Tree Lopping in Melbourne

1. Safety

One of the primary reasons for tree lopping is safety. Overgrown branches can pose a significant risk, especially during Melbourne's stormy seasons. Falling branches can damage property, vehicles, and even pose a danger to people. Regular tree lopping helps mitigate these risks by removing potentially hazardous limbs.

2. Tree Health

Tree lopping can also contribute to the overall health of the tree. Removing dead or diseased branches prevents the spread of disease and allows the tree to allocate its resources more effectively. This can result in a healthier, more robust tree.

3. Aesthetic Appeal

Well-maintained trees enhance the visual appeal of your property. Tree loppers can shape and trim trees to create a more pleasing landscape. Whether you're looking to create a specific aesthetic or simply maintain a neat and tidy garden, professional tree lopping can help achieve your vision.

4. Property Value

Healthy, well-maintained trees can significantly boost the value of your property. Potential buyers are often attracted to properties with beautiful, mature trees, making tree care an important aspect of property maintenance.

Services Offered by Tree Loppers in Melbourne

Tree loppers in Melbourne offer a range of services to cater to different needs:

1. Tree Trimming and Pruning

This service involves the selective removal of branches to improve tree structure, promote healthy growth, and enhance aesthetics. Regular pruning is essential for young trees to establish a strong framework and for mature trees to maintain their health and appearance.

2. Tree Removal

In cases where a tree is dead, diseased beyond repair, or poses a significant safety risk, tree removal may be necessary. Tree loppers have the expertise and equipment to safely remove trees, ensuring minimal impact on the surrounding area.

3. Stump Grinding

After a tree is removed, the stump can be an unsightly and inconvenient obstacle. Stump grinding services eliminate the stump, allowing you to reclaim the space for other uses.

4. Emergency Tree Services

Storms and strong winds can cause significant damage to trees, resulting in broken branches or even uprooted trees. Emergency tree services provide prompt response and safe removal of hazardous trees and limbs.

5. Mulching and Chipping

Tree loppers often offer mulching and chipping services to recycle tree waste into useful mulch. This can be used to improve soil health and retain moisture in your garden.

Choosing the Right Tree Loppers Melbourne

Selecting a qualified and reputable tree lopper is crucial for ensuring the safety and health of your trees. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:

1. Check Qualifications and Insurance

Ensure the tree lopper is certified and has the necessary qualifications. In Australia, arborists should hold a minimum of a Certificate III in Arboriculture. Additionally, confirm that they have adequate insurance coverage to protect against any damage or accidents that may occur during the job.

2. Ask for References

Reputable tree loppers should be able to provide references from previous clients. Contact these references to inquire about their experience and satisfaction with the services provided.

3. Obtain Multiple Quotes

It's wise to get quotes from several tree loppers to compare prices and services. Be wary of quotes that are significantly lower than others, as this may indicate a lack of experience or proper insurance.

4. Inquire About Equipment and Techniques

Ask about the equipment and techniques the tree lopper will use. Modern, well-maintained equipment and up-to-date techniques are essential for safe and effective tree lopping.

5. Read Reviews and Testimonials

Check online reviews and testimonials to gauge the reputation of the tree lopper. Websites like Google Reviews and local business directories can provide valuable insights into the quality of their work.

Conclusion

Tree loppers play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and safety of Melbourne's green spaces. Whether you need routine tree trimming, emergency tree removal, or specialized services like stump grinding, professional tree loppers have the expertise to handle the job. By choosing a qualified and reputable tree lopper, you can ensure your trees remain healthy, your property stays safe, and your garden looks its best. Embrace the benefits of tree lopping and contribute to the vibrant greenery that makes Melbourne such a beautiful city.

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How to Use a Scarf Ring with Style? A Comprehensive Guide

Scarves have been a fashion staple for centuries, but scarf rings add a modern twist to this timeless accessory. Scarves are not just winter accessories; they’re fashion statements that can transform any outfit. Explore “How to Use a Scarf Ring with style?” to enhance your fashion or elevate daily looks. Uncover endless possibilities in mastering this chic accessory. These simple yet versatile accessories can turn an ordinary scarf into a stunning fashion piece. In this article, we’ll guide you through the art of using a scarf ring, from choosing the right type to mastering various styling techniques.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use a Scarf Ring with Style?

Mastering the art of using a scarf ring can elevate your scarf game, turning a simple accessory into a stylish statement. Follow this step-by-step guide to learn the essential techniques for using a scarf ring effectively.

1. Choose the Right Scarf Ring:

Ensure your scarf ring complements the size and style of your scarf.

Different scarf rings may suit various materials and scarf lengths.

2. Select Your Scarf:

Pick a scarf that matches your outfit and desired look.

Consider the fabric and thickness to ensure a secure hold with the ring.

3. Prepare Your Scarf:

Lay the scarf flat on a surface to easily work with it.

Smooth out any wrinkles or folds for a polished result.

4. Fold Your Scarf:

Depending on your preferred style, fold the scarf into a suitable width.

Ensure the folded scarf fits comfortably within the chosen scarf ring.

5. Insert the Scarf into the Ring:

Gently thread one end of the folded scarf through the scarf ring.

Continue threading until the entire folded scarf is inside the ring.

6. Adjust the Placement:

Position the scarf ring along the folded part of the scarf.

Ensure the ring sits securely, holding the folded scarf in place.

7. Experiment with Looping:

Create loops with the scarf around the ring for added style.

Experiment with different looping techniques for varied looks.

8. Try Different Knots:

Explore various knot styles to secure the scarf within the ring.

Common knots include the simple overhand knot or a more intricate bow.

9. Secure the Ends:

Tuck the loose ends of the scarf into the loop or knot.

Ensure a neat and tidy finish for a polished appearance.

10. Check the Symmetry:

Step back and assess the symmetry of your scarf styling.

Adjust the placement and tightness of the scarf ring as needed.

11. Experiment with Different Styles:

Don’t be afraid to experiment with multiple scarf rings for a unique look.

Try using more than one ring for a layered and textured effect.

12. Secure the Scarf Ring:

If your scarf ring has a closure, ensure it’s securely fastened.

Magnetic rings should have a strong hold without being overly tight.

13. Inspect the Final Look:

Once satisfied with your scarf styling, check for any adjustments.

Ensure the scarf ring enhances the overall look without feeling too tight or uncomfortable.

14. Capture Your Style:

Take a moment to appreciate your scarf ring creation.

Capture your stylish look in a photo to share or remember for future reference.

15. Enjoy the Versatility:

Embrace the versatility of scarf rings by trying different styles regularly.

Let your creativity flow and make scarf ring styling a fun and personal experience.

With these step-by-step instructions, you’re well on your way to becoming a scarf ring styling expert. Whether you prefer a classic, sophisticated look or enjoy experimenting with bold and creative styles, using a scarf ring adds a touch of elegance and flair to your outfit.

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Role of Right Gardening Tools in Garden! Important Information

Gardening, a timeless hobby that brings joy to many, is not just about planting seeds and watching them grow. It's an art that requires skill, dedication, and the right tools. The role of right gardening tools in garden cannot be overstated. These tools do more than just assist; they play a pivotal part in the creation and maintenance of a beautiful, thriving garden. In this article, we will explore the necessity of garden tool and how they contribute significantly to the art of gardening.

Enhancing Efficiency and Effectiveness

Time-Saving Tools: One of the primary roles of right gardening tools in garden is to enhance efficiency. Quality tools help complete tasks faster and more effectively. Imagine trying to dig a hole with your hands versus using a spade – the difference is night and day.

Precision in Gardening: Gardening tools also provide the precision required for delicate tasks. Precision tools allow for accurate planting, pruning, and weeding, which is essential for the health and aesthetics of the garden.

Reducing Physical Strain

Ergonomic Benefits: Gardening can be physically demanding, but the right tools can reduce this strain. Ergonomically designed tools are tailored to minimize the effort and reduce the risk of injury, making gardening more accessible and enjoyable.

Promoting Plant Health

Healthy Growth: The right tools contribute significantly to the health of your plants. For instance, using a sharp pair of pruning shears can prevent damage to plants, promoting healthier growth and reducing the risk of disease.

Improving Soil Health

Soil Maintenance: Tools like tillers and aerators play a crucial role in maintaining soil health. They help in aerating the soil, improving water and nutrient absorption, which is vital for plant growth.

Enhancing Garden Aesthetics

Aesthetic Maintenance: A well-maintained garden is a sight to behold, and the right tools are key to achieving this. Tools like lawn mowers and hedge trimmers help keep the garden neat and tidy, enhancing its overall aesthetics.

Ensuring Safety in Gardening

Safety First: Using the appropriate tools not only makes gardening tasks easier but also safer. The right tool for the right job reduces the chances of accidents and injuries.

The Necessity of Garden Tool

The necessity of garden tool extends beyond convenience. It's about creating an environment where plants can thrive and where gardening becomes a joy rather than a chore.

Adaptability: Different tools are designed for specific tasks, ensuring that every aspect of gardening is covered.

Durability: Quality tools are durable and reliable, making them a long-term investment for any gardener.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the role of right gardening tools in garden is integral to the success of any gardening endeavor. They are not just tools; they are essential partners in the journey of creating and maintaining a beautiful garden. The necessity of garden tool is evident in every well-kept garden, reflecting the care and attention given by the gardener.

For more insights into the importance of garden tools, visit "Why are garden tools important?" This comprehensive guide delves deeper into the necessity and impact of the right gardening tools, providing valuable information for both novice and experienced gardeners.

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I thought I had posted somewhere on Tumblr my Theory of Why Lovecraft is Like That, but I can't find it so here it is. Possibly again.

Imagine that you are a white, European-descended man at the beginning of the 20th century. There are two things that you can, at this particular moment in history, believe without absurdity:

One, that the Great Powers, meaning the European nations, have become civilized enough that they will never again go to war between themselves. Sure, there will be colonial wars and possibly even proxy fights in the territories, but there will never again be an actual war between nations that matter.

And two, that science, especially the physical sciences, have the universe pretty well sussed out. Sure, there are some corners to nail down, some things still to be sorted and put in the right boxes, but the big picture is solid. Furthermore, the universe is tidy; it's neat, it's orderly, Newtonian mechanics govern the stars in their courses and cannonballs on earth. It is, in fact, very much the kind of universe a white European-descended man might have designed if God had asked him to.

So it's pretty good to be a white European-descended man! Definitely sitting on the top of the heap, in a world ticking along just as you would wish it to.

Then, in the early twentieth century, a couple of things happened.

First of all, Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife went on a drive one morning in June of 1914. It did not go well. Shortly after that, the Great Powers not only went to war, they went to a new kind of war; mechanized, brutal, faceless, war on an industrial scale. Europe, the most civilized place in the world -- according to you, a white European-descended man -- became an abattoir. And in the end, millions of people were dead for... what? No grand purpose had been accomplished, just blood and death for nothing. This was what the height of civilization had wrought.

And secondly, a number of pesky scientists began showing that those few corners still to be nailed down in the understanding of the universe were not only refusing to be nailed, they were pulling up the entire floor. Between relativity and quantum mechanics, it was beginning to look like not only was there vastly more to know about the universe than had been suspected, but that the universe was not tidy. It was unintuitive and random. It was very much not at all the kind of universe a white European-descended man would have designed.

So here it was it's like to be a white European-descended man at the time that Lovecraft was writing: outwardly you're still sitting on the top of the heap, the lords of God's creation, but inwardly you kind of feel like maybe you aren't. Maybe there's more out there than you suspected. Maybe the heap you're on top of isn't actually the heap, but just an anthill. Maybe there are things out there beyond your ken, which is wrong because you were told your ken encompassed everything. And this is fucking terrifying.

The horror in Lovecraft's stories is never really about "hey, there's a thing that might kill you in a nasty way." The horror is that there's a thing where there shouldn't be a thing, because if there's a thing there then everything you thought you knew was wrong and you are not in charge.

And the thing is, for us, reading the stories now -- after many revolutions and paradigm shifts in our understanding of the universe and our place in it -- that just doesn't hit the same. There are vast parts of the universe we don't know about? Yeah, we know. We are a tiny insignificant speck lost in the immensity of space? Yawn. The universe is weird beyond our comprehension? Cool, right?

So I think this culture shift is why, even though there's a ton of Mythos and Mythos-inspired stories and art and games being produced, it's qualitatively different than Lovecraft's stories as they would have been received in Lovecraft's time. We just don't have the same expectation of being at the center of things and knowing how everything works, for subverting that expectation to be scary. Which, in turn, is why I think a lot of current Mythos stuff either isn't really horror, per se -- it's not intended to cause the emotional reactions that horror tries for -- or if it is, it's finding horror in something different.

And this is a good thing! I honestly like most modern Mythos stories better than Lovecraft's. In large part because Lovecraft was not only embedded in the zeitgeist of his time, which was quite racist, but he managed to be even more racist than that.

Anyway, that's my canned rant on why HPL is Like That.

People, especially games, get eldritch madness wrong a lot and it’s really such a shame.

An ant doesn’t start babbling when they see a circuit board. They find it strange, to them it is a landscape of strange angles and humming monoliths. They may be scared, but that is not madness.

Madness comes when the ant, for a moment, can see as a human does.

It understands those markings are words, symbols with meaning, like a pheromone but infinitely more complex. It can travel unimaginable distances, to lands unlike anything it has seen before. It knows of mirth, embarrassment, love, concepts unimaginable before this moment, and then…

It’s an ant again.

Echoes of things it cannot comprehend swirl around its mind. It cannot make use of this knowledge, but it still remembers. How is it supposed to return to its life? The more the ant saw the harder it is for it to forget. It needs to see it again, understand again. It will do anything to show others, to show itself, nothing else in this tiny world matters.

This is madness.