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Going to lie down because it's hot as balls in my apartment and also because I'm just exhausted from not sleeping great. Thus why this is being posted randomly in the middle of the day. I was going to post this tonight but god knows if I'll even be awake.

I've always had really awful birthdays. Either it was outright ignored or I was punished for even having one. My parents were... unpleasant. Star Trek became my escape. Could see amazing people make amazing choices and be the best they wanted to be instead of lying and saying they were good people. Actions speak louder than words, after all, and the actions of the crew of the Enterprise-D (specifically) were what helped me sort of override a lot of the disgusting hateful stuff I was taught as a child. Also made me feel like a person instead of a burden.

I've not really been able to delve in deep to a lot of Trek communities sometimes because, well, it's the internet. People can get a bit toxic behind a computer screen. This place has been anything but. Pure kindness and love from everyone here. Top to the bottom. Honestly it seems pretty worth it to me to forego birthday gifts throughout my life to be able to find y'all.

You are all awesome. I don't want birthday wishes and stuff, I get enough of those from Starbucks and other companies trying to get me to buy their shit that I cannot afford, but I want y'all to appreciate yourself for a couple minutes. You're a great person, you've helped make an amazing community, and I am eternally grateful.

You are AWESOME. Love y'all.

Live so very motherfucking long and prosper more than you could ever dream.

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[–] teft@startrek.website 51 points 1 year ago (7 children)

I got you some cake. It’s cellular peptide with mint frosting. Your favorite.

[–] The_Picard_Maneuver@startrek.website 34 points 1 year ago (3 children)

...since I already have the cutout, why not:

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 24 points 1 year ago (1 children)

There are not enough words in the English language, nor time in the universe, for me to be able to describe my complete and abject horror at that image.

I love it.

[–] teft@startrek.website 15 points 1 year ago
[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 12 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

It's like on Jengus IV, they're all mixing! THE KLINGON CLOWNS ARE COMING!

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 23 points 1 year ago

I had managed to successfully forget about that fucking horror show... why do you do this to me?!

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[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 31 points 1 year ago (1 children)

To another year of "quality" Star Trek memes! It's always great seeing you around bud, you help make Risa the best community one could ask for!

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 27 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 17 points 1 year ago (5 children)

I meant mine were bad lol, yours are always actual quality

Compare this:

to this:

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 14 points 1 year ago (10 children)

Here's the big difference though

You made yours.

I just saved mine ages ago when trolling the internet.

Yours are FAR more impressive.

Also the USS Burritos is fucking hysterical and I stand by that.

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[–] negativenull@lemm.ee 27 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

This community is, by far, my favorite part of the internet. It make me smile every single day.

Despite being told not to: Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday Again

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 18 points 1 year ago (5 children)

I should have expected the references to that Worf episode but I genuinely did not see it coming. They've all taken me off guard completely. Just be glad my bat'leth got put in the shop to be bejeweled...

Seriously though, thank you <3

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[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 13 points 1 year ago

Oh finally a normal cake not made of Councilor Troi or Stamets or some other crew member

[–] The_Picard_Maneuver@startrek.website 25 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] Stamets@startrek.website 13 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

There is no fucking way you cut out the face of Stamets that fast. How long have you had that?!

Also hella accurate. And I love it. Best gift ever.

[–] The_Picard_Maneuver@startrek.website 16 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Lol, I only made the mistake of cutting out images manually once, and it took forever. Then someone here in Risa pointed me toward remove.bg, which works so much better.

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 16 points 1 year ago

Thank you so much. I am going to really enjoy this new fun tool. Soooooo many penis stamps. My friends already hate me but with this they will actively plan my death.

Thanks!

[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 16 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

This is actually exactly what I need right now so I'm just gonna yoink

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[–] The_Picard_Maneuver@startrek.website 23 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy birthday! We're glad you're here, Stamets.

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 20 points 1 year ago

And I'm so glad to be here

[–] Arotrios@kbin.social 23 points 1 year ago (3 children)
[–] Stamets@startrek.website 16 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Then the internet archive is my new favorite person! First gift in years. Then again it's a person so my appreciation shall pass onto you instead.

Thanks buddy <3

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[–] MrPoopyButthole@lemmy.world 21 points 1 year ago (1 children)
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[–] TheGoldenGod@lemmy.world 16 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy birthday! 🎂 And don’t worry to much, I think having blah parents is part of realizing what’s truly important in this turd burger we live on lol. Enjoying the small things, because existence is fleeting.

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 16 points 1 year ago (2 children)
[–] TheGoldenGod@lemmy.world 12 points 1 year ago

You have made my day even brighter with one of my favorite gifs! 😃

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[–] BertramDitore@lemmy.world 16 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] Stamets@startrek.website 13 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Stamets applauding Stamets....

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[–] oeverbloem@feddit.nl 15 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thank you for going boldly into the unknown that is your life 🖖

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thanks for being a passenger on the ship! Be boring just heading out by myself.

[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 14 points 1 year ago (4 children)

also I found this when looking and it's too good not to share:

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[–] Deebster@lemmyrs.org 14 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Darmok and Jalad on the ocean.

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[–] emile@tacobu.de 14 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Hi Stamets, since you didn't want birthday wishes let me thank you for your posts and your open-hearted comments instead. They really brighten my day, here and on 196 (didn't even realize that many of the good ones there were posted by you, too. Sokath, his eyes uncovered).

All the best to you!

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[–] GaiusGornicusCaesar@startrek.website 14 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Happy Birthday! Thanks for the great memes, even if you just found them. Funniest dude on this site.

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 14 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Hey I wouldn't go that far. I will take a funny dude, maybe even very funny, but there are tons of people here and no first place trophies. My boomer relatives would hate this but everyone gets a trophy in this bitch!

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[–] OurTragicUniverse@kbin.social 14 points 1 year ago (5 children)

Wishing you a good year ahead! You're appreciated here.

And I agree with you, this is the nicest Star Trek community I've found too.

It took me a while to realise but I'm no longer bracing myself for racism or sexism every time I click on a trek post here!

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[–] peopleproblems@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy Birthday!

You're a great person too. I'm on good terms with my parents, but I've always had a really hard time connecting with my dad.

This community keeps giving me ways to talk to him with the shit you and other come up with, so thank you too.

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[–] Tippon@lemmy.dbzer0.com 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy birthday, and thanks for keeping us all smiling 😁

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[–] EmergMemeHologram@startrek.website 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm torn between respecting your wishes and piling on!

Stamets you're awesome, this community is the most fun I've had on the internet in years, so thank you (and everyone)!

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[–] FatherOgre@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy Bday! Thanks for the laughs! I always know its a quality joke when I see your user name!

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[–] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Yes I've already made a comment but this was necessary

[–] ummthatguy@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (3 children)
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[–] thal3s@sh.itjust.works 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

A ship is only as good as its crew and you are a damn fine member!

I always enjoy seeing your posts and I’m glad you’re with us. Live long and prosper. 🖖🏼

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[–] Semi-Hemi-Demigod@kbin.social 13 points 1 year ago

I'm really glad you had a happy birthday. You're one of the most prolific and hilarious members of this community, so thanks for everything you do to make this place great.

Also, we share an astrological sign! So that's fun.

[–] ummthatguy@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

We're in this together, kid.

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[–] Infynis@midwest.social 12 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Happy birthday! Your favorite food wouldn't happen to be pineapple, would it?

[–] Stamets@startrek.website 12 points 1 year ago (14 children)

Nah. Poutine. I'm actually quite fat.

Although now I'm wondering why the pineapple guess...

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[–] TotallyNotSpez@lemm.ee 12 points 1 year ago (8 children)

I'm a bit late to the party, but rest assured, it always brightens my day seeing your memes and even more your comments. You are a lovely person and if you weren't living on another continent / I wasn't terrified of flying, I'd hunt you down right now to have a birthday pint with you and listen to your most fun stories about life, the universe, star trek, and everything.

Emergency hug incoming

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