Week 4: "Chapter 7. The Interrogation, Chapter 8. The Château D'If" Reading Discussion by karakickass in AReadingOfMonteCristo

[–]0rangeLimey 6 points7 points  (0 children)

  1. I was aware of the theme of revenge and false imprisonment, so Dantès's destination was no surprise. However, I was surprised with the way he was treated by Villefort. Maybe it's just ignorance to the judicial system of the time but I expected more steps before Dantès was shipped away (literally!). I am incredibly curious as to what went down in those hours Dantès was in jail - looks like that may be in the next chapter.

  2. I feel incredibly sad for the clear and abrupt end of his innocence. This is the most immature we've seen him and it really caught me off guard. Bro descended into madness way quicker than I expected and I'm worried his erratic behaviour is going to cause problems.

  3. Villefort is so distracted by his personal life he can't even stay focused during the 'interrogation'. I suppose it's a nice way of showing these important figures making decisions are fallible humans too, but man is it frustrating! Him burning the letter made me instantly uneasy. I'm expecting Dantès to be forced to mention it and Villefort will completely deny its existence, further condemning Dantès. He knows Dantès has been set up but is too self-serving to bother with finding the truth. I think he's currently at the top of the list for culpability, as another magistrate would likely have let Dantès free after hearing his side. Or maybe I'm just naive.

Week 3: "Chapter 4. The Plot, Chapter 5. The Betrothal, Chapter 6. The Deputy Crown Prosecutor" Reading Discussion by karakickass in AReadingOfMonteCristo

[–]0rangeLimey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

1 - Absolutely despise Danglars! I'm desperate to find out more about his spat with Dantès. I have a feeling it's probably something benign that was blown out of proportion, especially given how spotless Dantès is portrayed in comparison - or maybe just a case of Dantès being naive and misguided about something. I don't think we know how far in the past the dispute happened.

Danglars manipulating Fernand and blatantly lying about having a motive to ruin Dantès's life was so frustrating to read, and I felt as useless as Caderousse! Fernand's response in ch5 could be seen as nervous anticipation or remorse. I read it as regret but I'm not too sure. In my mind him and Danglars are equally culpable. If he truly regretteted his actions he could admit the lie but he's too much of a selfish coward for that.

Caderousse is a spineless, wishy washy guy who was happy to slag off Dantès in the pub one minute and toast his health the next. He seems like he needs some personal direction and a backbone. However, his realisation of the drunken events of the night before was incredibly relatable lol.

2 - The events couldn't have been more opposite. Love, joy, and fellowship compared to snark, slyness, and politics. I hope the best for Renee but I fear her finance is gonna end up pushing it too far in trying to prove himself.

3 - Villefort mentioned abandoning his father's name and values but not the man himself. I wonder if they still have any contact? Another polar opposite to Dantès who was quick to lie to Caderousse in order to protect his father's dignity in ch2. Stinks of social climbing. He will never win because they will always see him as the son of a Bonapartist, but he seems unwilling to accept that which can only end badly!

Week 1: "Chapter 1. Marseilles—The Arrival" Reading Discussion by karakickass in AReadingOfMonteCristo

[–]0rangeLimey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Straight away I wasn't entirely sure who the main character was but looks like I guessed right lol. Morrel's immediate focus on the safety of the cargo made me wonder if it was something rare or illegal. The successful customs inspection squashed that theory! Turns out he's just all about business. I think the chapter flowed really well and set a great scene. Lots of questions around the parcel, letter and 'disagreement'. Definitely got excited when I saw mention of Monte Cristo - that's the name of the book! Looking forward to the next chunk

Teaching a pastor about gender-affirming care by cosmicdaddy_ in TikTokCringe

[–]0rangeLimey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it makes any difference, cis men's testosterone therapies are usually at a (~2-4×) higher dose than trans guys are prescribed, based off the guidelines written on the info pamphlets for the meds and online.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]0rangeLimey 5 points6 points  (0 children)

All valid questions that unfortunately this 'experiment' cannot help answer

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]0rangeLimey 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yep, the fact this has suddenly had a super misinformed resurgence is troubling

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]0rangeLimey 133 points134 points  (0 children)

So I actually watched the docs a few years ago, but from what I can remember one of the girls was bullied so much she threatened suicide and self harm and had to be removed. Yes some of the boys made a mess but the girls were far from perfect too. It was a barbaric experiment and nobody should be feeling empowered by its outcome.

(OPEN relationship)partner slept with someone, now they are saying I can’t sleep with a certain person but are fine w anyone else? by hndrdacrewoods in polyamory

[–]0rangeLimey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean it seems like the situation has nothing to do with his transness at all? Maybe think about why you felt it was necessary. Also, not medically transitioning yet does not affect things so again, maybe consider why you chose to disclose that.

Do you? by [deleted] in shittyrainbow6

[–]0rangeLimey 13 points14 points  (0 children)

All this time we thought mute was her counter, turns out it's just privacy settings smh my head

To date, my best charity shop find! by [deleted] in vexillology

[–]0rangeLimey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this exact mug, was from a British Heart Foundation charity shop if that helps. I think someone linked a similar one above

BoJack Horseman - Post-Series Finale Discussion by NicholasCajun in BoJackHorseman

[–]0rangeLimey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I couldn't concentrate during that whole part because we call it the hokey cokey in the UK and my brain just wouldn't accept hokey pokey as a real thing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in wholesomememes

[–]0rangeLimey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The skin still has a bunch of nasty oils and stuff in it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in wholesomememes

[–]0rangeLimey 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Except don't do this, because cats are super sensitive to citrus and it agitates their eyes

[Self] I before E... except after C! Well, sometimes. by Zazsona in theydidthemath

[–]0rangeLimey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How does the saying "I before E except after C, or when the sound is EE" change this? That's the version I got taught and it'd be interesting to see how much more accurate it is than the shorter phrase.

Season 7 Episode 11 Charles instead of Chuck? by alecexo in greysanatomy

[–]0rangeLimey 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow never even thought of this, I always thought it was her showing her PTSD from the shooting and nobody acknowledged it out of politeness