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That Photoshop job on the framed picture is freaking perfect.

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Oh, completely agree. It’s ridiculous for people to fear that reaction, and ridiculous for people to assume something based on a compliment. But it’s one of those things that isn’t going to change until we all just say fuck it and change it. I’m rooting for gen z to do this. Lol.

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Honestly, the solution to this, I think, is to start complimenting other men. Men don’t compliment each other because they’re afraid of being seen as gay (even if they’re not aware of it, it’s fully ingrained into us from the time we’re children). Breaking that barrier and complimenting other men, and not (openly) caring about that stigma will help other men do the same. Eventually, men will start complimenting each other.

Note, I say this as a gay man, so I’m sort of past the whole humiliation of people thinking I’m gay bit. I understand it would likely be more difficult for a straight guy, because you (they?) have to also worry about losing potential romantic partners if people think you’re queer.

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WTF was the original comic here?

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Nimoy thirst trap wasn’t on my bingo card for today, but I feel like a winner nonetheless.

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I can’t remember who did it, but there’s a YouTuber who always clearifies his phones when he gets a new one by removing the back and putting a gorilla glass back on it. Haven’t seen his videos in a while, I don’t think, but he has several iirc.

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Wishful thinking.

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That was a good day. I was able to put in the extension after that day.

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This is the same reason I replaced my vinyl siding with the skin of my enemies. Properly conditioned, it is very insulating and protects my home from the rain.

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Even the t-rexes?

Especially the t-rexes.

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When it comes to CBT, I’m more of a verse.

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I do appreciate my likeness being used for advertising.

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I meant to define what that was in the comment and forgot. Sorry. A gurdwara or gurudwara is a Sikh worship house. Like a mosque/temple/church.

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If you have a gurdwara in your area, they often do free meals, almost like a restaurant. Baptist churches tend to have dinners on Wednesdays, and the Hare Krishnas are always good for some heavily dairy vegetarian foods. I wish more people knew this.

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why are you irradiating me‽ D:

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Grindr Fish.

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What would you be going for? My brother just finished his master’s. He started college at 38. He was a bit burnt out by the end, but loved doing it. I wish I could get multiple BAs and not have to worry about student loans. Haha. I’d so be in school for the rest of my life. Lol. The masters scares me a bit, but it’s just nerves. I think I’d be mostly okay.

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That’s a heavy workload. Make sure you get some time in there for you, too. You deserve it.

If you’re in the US, SNHU has been really awesome. Terms run 8 weeks, they don’t do group projects, and there are tons of helpful things like the tutoring. So long as you can write a paper in APA or MLA (depending on path), and can follow instructions, you’re golden. 8 weeks feels rushed compared to 16 weeks of brick and mortar schools, but honestly, it’s about 5 hours per week per class for me. Two classes at a time is full time, but you can take 1 if you need, or 3 in your second year if your GPA is over 3.0.

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I’m my mother’s primary care giver, so unless they’ll let me bring her along, it probably wouldn’t work out. Haha. But if we found an option that allowed for it, I’d jump on it in a heartbeat. Haha

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I joke about it, and I did struggle pretty bad with a stats class (my brain does not math), but honestly, I love it so much. I truly enjoy the learning with classes like anthro, soc, et cetera, and I’ve got a 3.8 gpa (that damn math class). I’m 2 years in now, and genuinely dreading it ending. I’m seriously considering a master’s after this, because I am not ready to be done with school.

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Read the rubric! I’m at SNHU, so ymmv at other schools, but read the rubric. They grade to that, and it doesn’t matter how exceptional your work is, if it doesn’t meet the rubric, you’re boned. If it’s mediocre and meets the rubric, it’s at least a passing grade. Other than that, utilize any extras your school offers. Snhu offers tutoring, both schedules and drop in, writing labs, all kind of academic help. If you’re ever struggling, call your advisor and let them know. They can suggest things to help, or potentially even get you withdrawn from a class you know you won’t pass.

Do you plan on going in person or online?

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Originally sociology, because I wanted to go for religious studies but it wasn’t offered. I switched over to creative writing a few months ago, because I enjoy storytelling and have been told I’m good at it. My plan is to teach English as a second language, so I need a BA, any BA, to do that. I’m lucky that I’m not stuck into a particular degree path, and I get to do something I enjoy in that way.

Have you graduated? What did you go for?

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I’m in Tennessee, actually. I go online. I really do like the school, though. And I know they have a brick and mortar in Manchester.

Very jealous of your move. I’ve wanted to move to Maine or Vermont since I was a kid, CT would be great, too. Let me know if you find something even moderately affordable! Lol

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That last panel is how I feel having signed my stupid ass up for college at 30.

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Ngl, fully expected a clip from South Park.

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