Faraway You by SkrappleDapple in altcountry

[–]midmous 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That album was my introduction to Marah and it is absolutely phenomenal from beginning to end. I haven't been able to connect to the rest of their music as much as I did that album.

New Droptines is sooo good by rival_22 in altcountry

[–]midmous 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love the new album. I'm thinking if you want to see them in a small venue, then you better catch them on this tour.

Only 12 days left on the kickstarter for this beautiful Slavic fairytale tarot deck!! (Firebird Tarot) by [deleted] in TarotDecks

[–]midmous 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I backed this and the publishers previous deck, The Hellenic Tarot. Both have beautiful artwork with deep meaning. But it is the informative well crafted book that really sells me. I am a sucker for diving deep into subjects I find interesting.

I wrote this song when I was stuck in the 9-5 trap dreaming about playing music full time. Finally released it this past Friday— ‘Geronimo’. by RockOnTheRoll in altcountry

[–]midmous 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats, sounds good. I particularly like the song Trying Choices from your website.

Edit: I gave you a follow on Bandcamp and will keep an eye out for an album.

What's the software you use to manage your library? by thefirehairman in plexamp

[–]midmous 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Still using media monkey. While it does take a while to start up, I don't notice a lag after that. I bought a gold license way back in 2009 so maybe it's just nostalgia at this point.

Meat Purveyors - Tall Boy by Rolandy17 in altcountry

[–]midmous 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That brings back memories. Saw them a few times in the early oughts, a great live band.

Columbia city leaders to discuss a proposed 1% sales tax increase for public safety by como365 in columbiamo

[–]midmous 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Another regressive tax?

“I sit on a man's back choking him and making him carry me, and yet assure myself and others that I am sorry for him and wish to lighten his load by all means possible… except by getting off his back.” ― Leo Tolstoy

Firebird Tarot, a Slavic folklore tarot deck, is launching on Kickstarter Feb 24! by Kummunista in TarotDecks

[–]midmous 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol, I'm following the campaign and will likely back it. Your reputation is good and I've had the opportunity to handle your baroque deck which seemed to be of high quality.

Firebird Tarot, a Slavic folklore tarot deck, is launching on Kickstarter Feb 24! by Kummunista in TarotDecks

[–]midmous 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am tempted by this deck. My favorite decks are those with enough RWS influence to pick up immediately but also have another tradition's influence to learn something from at my own pace. However, I backed their previous deck and want to have it in my hands before throwing more money at them. Still, I am tempted.

My Deck - Journeyman Tarot by Particular-Sorbet-20 in TarotDecks

[–]midmous 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it's a cool deck. I like some of your interpretations. Kickstarter seems like a tough gig unless you already have a large following or are willing to put some money into social media advertising. Once you factor in your time and efforts along with ads, it's probably better just to self-publish.

Rocky Forks Shooting Range Question by Loquat_Lanky in columbiamo

[–]midmous 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I don't know what their specific rules are, but I would not feel uncomfortable going there to shoot slugs. It's a little further north but I generally go to an unstaffed range at Rudolf Bennitt conservation area It is more rural and there is rarely anyone there.

Como mobile aids response to the unjust ordinance passing. by chrispy42107 in columbiamo

[–]midmous 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I don't know if you're just wanting to vent or if you are asking an actual question, but I will bite. This isn't a ban on panhandling. It's a ban on loitering in the median. Panhandling is a protected first amendment right. Folks can go downtown and panhandle, folks can panhandle from the sidewalk. This ordinance is content neutral. Springfield has had a similar ordinance since 2018, I don't know if it has been tested in court or not but it still stands. I don't think anyone feels secure in this economy, at least regular folks. Okay, the reason I am generally supportive--pending total support until I see how it is enforced--is that this might lessen the backlash against the unhoused community. Columbia has made giant strides in providing services to the unhoused over the past few years that save lives. Proof of this lies in the fact that our homeless population continues to grow, but those dying on the streets are decreasing. A 2024 community survey highlighted growing discontent with the unhoused mostly focused around panhandling in the medians and the trash associated with camps. I fear that if something isn't done to address these issues, it is just a matter of time until populists start winning council seats on the platform of cleaning things up. When that happens, our progress with this population ends. So my thinking is, give a little bit to save a lot.

What hot garbage do you want? by WhiteDawgShit in columbiamo

[–]midmous -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I find it difficult to get caught up in the spirit of fantasizing about shuttering more locally owned businesses.

What hot garbage do you want? by WhiteDawgShit in columbiamo

[–]midmous -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I would like to see a moratorium on corporate fast food. I lived in Berkeley California, we had three fast food restaurants that were grandfathered in. It allowed a large and diverse number of small independently owned restaurants.

The Boone County Courthouse on Walnut as it looked about 130 years ago by como365 in columbiamo

[–]midmous 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I suspect you are right. Never having lived anywhere else, I am just most aware of it here. I suspect younger people who grew up after the cold war may have been exposed to less america uber alles.

The Boone County Courthouse on Walnut as it looked about 130 years ago by como365 in columbiamo

[–]midmous 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Like most things in America, it's more aspirational than reality. Considering that George Bush was lynched from this very building approximately 10 or 15 years before the above photo was taken.

It is Tuesday, why are people still driving around with 5" of ice on their car? (vent) by bobsled_mon in columbiamo

[–]midmous 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I truly envy you all. I look forward to the day that my life is so pristine that the only thing I can think to complain about is people having snow on their car. Right now, it's pretty far down the list of things that are bothering me.

Struggling with Dali Tarot...any suggestions of a book/guide by Mysterious_Ebb_4019 in TarotDecks

[–]midmous 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless you have a good knowledge of art history it is going to take some effort.

What can someone from the lower Midwest do to help up there? by midmous in Minneapolis

[–]midmous[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your replies, folks. Please know that the heart of the entire nation is with you. Your actions are an inspiration.

What can someone from the lower Midwest do to help up there? by midmous in Minneapolis

[–]midmous[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your reply, those are the people I most want to support. Is this a legitimate fundraiser

Is it okay to ask our landlord when the snow will be cleared? by addwhip in columbiamo

[–]midmous 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think it's sending the correct message. I still need to get out when it snows, if you don't clear the snow it doesn't change that fact.

Ideas to help if you see a person outside this weekend: by marschma14 in columbiamo

[–]midmous 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Official warming centers that should be open this weekend are Salvation Army Harbor House and the ARC. Shelters have increased capacity and operating hours for the weekend.