I'm sitting here in french class, supposed to be writing a presentation, but I got distracted, naturally. I was looking through my old documents and came across an old astronomy assignment from the beginning of this school year. The instructions were to "find a picture & write why it's important!" As senior year is coming to an end, reading these descriptions mean more than words on a screen. This was the picture I chose, and why I chose it:



〝 This is an important photo to me because my grandfather (“Grumpa”) is one of the most important people in my life. He is called Grumpa because he would always joke about being the grumpy grandparent, which is ironic because I cannot recall when I have ever seen him grumpy. Words cannot describe what he has seen throughout his life. Even though I rarely see him, he has been my mentor ever since I can remember. He comforted me in the scary times, and gave me advice when I needed it. I don’t know his entire story but I know enough that he is my inspiration to be the strongest version of myself, physically and mentally. 〞

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Anyways, it'd be cool if you guys did this too, especially those finishing high school soon. It's a cute reflection activity.

only time i walk here is to walk my dog. egypt isn't exactly the nicest place to just take a walk

i thought alatar rage quit

tashaistired wrote on 3rd April 2022, 10:19 AM:

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Narcissa wrote on 3rd April 2022, 04:19 AM:
uhm ok then

theres this thing called april fools. idk if youve heard about it tho, its kinda underground

dont be so bitter bro never said i didnt know it was a joke. also, it wasnt that funny but u do u < 3

uhm ok then

weend2014 wrote on 22nd March 2022, 11:58 AM:

so basically dont talk like a retard got it

this right here, kids, is a great example

i do this twice a year and its that time of year so imma do it.

english yes.

anyways, heres a little update on my life

1) graduation is near. i'm stressing a bit because of my business class. our school does a version of a "Shark Tank" every year. i only have 2 exams this year tho so yay.
2) figured my life out after hs. going back to israel to be apart of this program where we travel with a group of over 30 jews/israelis and learn about israel and learning how to be one with society over there. after that ill be joining the military
3) thats pretty much it.

icevanka221 wrote on 16th March 2022, 12:46 PM:

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Damen wrote on 16th March 2022, 12:23 PM:
May I ask why you wrote G‑d instead of God

Just a thing jews do, We don't say the name of G-d.

depending on what branch you practice. im jewish but i dont mind saying the name God. In Judaism, HaShem is the correct name.

stop posting. you've got 1,111 posts this is superior

smh, theorists. always digging into simple things

i use scented sticks as bookmarks so that when i return the book to the library, the librarians will thank me and elon musk will give me an award that the president will acknowledge and he will resign just so i could take his place and rule the planet, if not the entire universe where aliens do exist but don't because i wouldn't want the public to know because they make super ultra scented sticks that make you instantly rich and famous and superior and god like and so i will admit im greedy and the whole world population will appreciate my honesty and feed my big red dog named ego.

i actually won't be there, i've got plans

(i don't..)

Loki wrote on 14th January 2022, 06:49 PM:

I’ve got Fiction February next month. I’ve also been thinking of hosting some kind of contest to do with the wiki.

YES

Sleddy wrote on 7th January 2022, 10:50 PM:

As much as I want to be vegan I kinda grew up being a picky eater and I'm not keen on too many vegetables/fruits but it's getting a lot better than what I used to be and I do enjoy salads now. I have always had issues with weight/being underweight and I don't think being vegan right now would really help me gain what I need to gain but maybe if one point in the future I can get to that I would love to have a healthier lifestyle and maybe avoid meat more as well due to the issues with inhumane killing of animals. I do prefer products that are cruelty free though if I can get it because why not.

Going vegan will definitely not help you if you're trying to gain weight. A lot of people go vegan because they want to go on a "healthy diet". Which by the way, shocker, it's not so healthy. I'm quite small and have been underweight for a while but went vegetarian regardless. Being vegan is different from being vegetarian in the sense that when you go vegan, you'll lose weight (if you fully commit and cut off a lot of foods); where being vegetarian, people tend to gain weight. My cousin and I both went vegetarian around the same time and we both noticed we started to gain weight. When I turned vegetarian, I craved carbs. Not entirely sure the science behind it, but it's common with vegetarians. I ate pasta, chips, bread, sweets (!!), and other foods that aren't necessarily healthy if you don't portion control. And I did not portion control. Which was fine for me because I needed to put on some weight, but now that I have, I'm able to cut down on the carbs. So cutting off meat isn't a bad thing if you're looking to gain weight, and especially if you're looking for a healthier lifestyle. But it's always best to listen to your body and it's needs. Talk to a doctor (or dietitian) if your goal is maintain a healthy lifestyle, because google and those articles you'd read online shouldn't be your only source.

Lark wrote on 7th January 2022, 12:38 PM:

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Damen wrote on 7th January 2022, 12:19 PM:
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Lark wrote on 7th January 2022, 12:18 PM:
sorry bro im gonna stick to eating dogs

It'd be nice to see your opinion on for and/or against, if you'd take the time
Very well.
Why I think meat eating is good
1. Contains lots of protein, and nutrients.
This one is obvious, but according to meatpoultrynutrition, protein occurs naturally in meats like steak and chicken, while it is found in beans as well and some other vegetables, meat is a broad avalible source, which is easy to purchase and produce and tastes great.
2. Bone Protein
Meatless diets have been shown to give off less calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B-12, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. Most of these are abundant in animals like fish, but since going vegan stops you from eating those products, your bones will have less strength.

This.

Loki wrote on 7th January 2022, 12:36 PM:

I like to eat meat. Though there are many issues with the whole animal farming industry like inhuman living conditions for animals. The animals definitely deserve better so it pays to buy locally sourced products even if they’re more expensive, though you should still do some research on the brand to make sure the animals have good living conditions. I have the biggest issue with how the chickens live in those factory egg farms, a lot of them don’t have enough room to even turn around and some of the stuff they do to those birds is just disgusting. So instead of buying eggs in a grocery store we get them from someone we know who has chickens that free range. Not all of farming is cruel and evil. There are a lot of farmers out there who try their best so their animals can have good lives but there are also many that give the industry a black eye and just see their animals as dollar signs.
A lot of ethically raised meat and eggs can be found at farmers markets, along with organic fruits and vegetables.

What Loki said.

I’m replying to this cuz I have no friends and nothing better to do.

I'm a lacto-ovo vegetarian, which means I don't eat meat, poultry (chicken or any type of bird), seafood (fish included), but I allow myself to eat eggs and products that contain dairy. I went vegetarian because of my morals. Before I changed my eating habits, I would sit down at the dinner table staring at my plate that contained the leg of a chicken and started to think about a video I have seen before about the conditions these chickens were raised in and the process it went to before arriving on my plate.. So in short, I became a vegetarian because of my morals and I couldn't/can't stand the thought of the process this meat went through to get where it was that day. I won't lie, the food tasted great, but only until I became aware.

But, with that being said, everyone is different and everyone has different morals and beliefs. I'll list the pro's and con's for being a vegetarian (I'll get to the vegan part later).

Pros:
~ I feel cleaner now that I cut off all those meats.
~ Depending on your specific diet, you may choose to eat some foods over other foods. As long as you meet nutrient needs, you will be healthy.
~ You can find protein in anything, not just meat! This includes legumes, soya beans (or any type of beans), quinoa, nuts, seeds & grains, dairy!, eggs (if you eat 3 eggs a day), and fish (if you're a pescatarian).
~ Lowers blood pressure. This is because plant based foods are low in fat, sodium, and cholesterol, all of which can increase blood pressure. Fruits and vegetables also contribute to lowering blood pressure as they contain potassium, which is known to help lower blood pressure. The lower your blood pressure, the lower the risk is for heart disease and strokes.
!! But it is important to maintain and fuel your bodies with the right nutrients, because without it, your blood pressure will drop to a point where you can faint !!

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Cons:
~ I noticed that when I first became a vegetarian, my body craved carbs. So I was eating junk food (chips, pasta...., pasta...) like crazy. It's common with vegetarians to deal with this. That's why people can gain weight when on the vegetarian diet, instead of lose weight (some people think vegetarian diets help you lose weight). But this can be easily fixed with a routine that would soon turn into a habit.
~ Vitamin deficiencies. A lot of vegetarians lack vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids, that can only be found (naturally) in meat. But this can be easily fixed with supplements!

With all of that being said, here is my opinion on being a vegan.

I don't like it.

If someone comes up to me and says they're a vegan, I take that as a red flag. This is mainly due to the stereotype built around being vegan. A lot of vegans that I know tend to be pushy people and try to force their lifestyle onto others (a perfect example: that vegan teacher..). Obviously, not all vegans are pushy, but because of unpleasant experiences, I would rather not surround myself by them.

Another stereotype for vegans is that they're healthy people... which is a complete 180 from the truth. Most, if not all, the vegans I know have poor health. They have hair falling out, pale skin compared from the color they had before, and did I mention.. hair falling out? That's a big no for me. When you're vegan, you completely eliminate your options. Eggs? No. Dairy? No. Well, there goes two major products that contain protein. Cheese? No. What? You're fricking crazy.

I understand vegans when it comes to morals, but we’re human and it’s natural to want to eat meat (just like a wolf would eat a deer), and other products that come from animals (milk, eggs; human’s have been eating that way for hundreds of years).