holmesandhoatzin

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[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 4 points 10 months ago (1 children)

That's fascinating. I know about the English etymology, which comes from "cuckoo" because a number of species are nest parasites. Do you have any sources? I love etymological history.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 1 points 11 months ago

Episode 237 is their most recent one about her. There's at least one more, but I'm not sure how far back it is.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 5 points 1 year ago

Because then they can scream about open borders knowing that their base is either too dumb to know or doesn't want to know the truth.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 2 points 1 year ago

OUTLAW DIFFERENT COUNTRY! WOOOO

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 6 points 1 year ago

Probably Peter Thiel. That shitbag throws money behind all sorts of online fascist spaces.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 7 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Send him to that big garbage island in the Pacific.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 5 points 1 year ago

They act like Yellowstone and other areas are just an extension of Disney World: the animals are tame and nothing bad will happen to you, otherwise why would they just let people in to wander around?

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 1 points 1 year ago

Definitely take a break! That's about the spot where most people struggle to get through. Take your time; there's a lot of setup, but the pacing is not great.

Also, I think book 8 is The One Without Mat, so it took me forever to get through it.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 2 points 1 year ago

We do have "poultry" as a catch-all for domestic birds. Not exactly the same as beef/cow, but definitely has a Norman connection.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 4 points 1 year ago

Normally, I would recommend citronella, either the grass or the candles, but I believe it is toxic to dogs.

I believe lavender, catnip and basil are safe, but they're all mints and may try to take over your garden or yard. They all grow very well in pots though.

You can also try setting a trap. Put out some soapy water. The females are the ones biting you and they need water to lay eggs. They'll fall in the water and the soap prevents them from escaping. I haven't actually tried this with mosquitos, just other pests, but I have friends who swear by it.

[–] holmesandhoatzin@slrpnk.net 2 points 1 year ago

I spin yarn! I have a normal spinning wheel and a small electric, but I prefer spindles. I've just recently worked up the guts to finally touch some of my more luxurious fiber. It's really nice because I can sit down and watch a movie or listen to podcasts and not have to pay attention to my hands and if I get tired of sitting, I can easily walk around with it. I haven't actually knitted (or crocheted) with any of the yarn I've made, but I swear I will, just as soon as I find the perfect pattern.

It's not an expensive hobby to get into either. You can buy a cheap Turkish spindle and some decent wool for under $30 USD or you can even make a drop spindle with a CD and a dowel.

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