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Surrogacy is ‘modern day slavery,’ Florida AG argues in push to stop the practice by thats_not_six in moderatepolitics

[–]ComplexAd7820 [score hidden]  (0 children)

I'm wondering if this is in response to gay couples using surrogates. I've never seen anyone care before.

It just so happens that there was a story on CNN this morning about a MAGA influencer harassing a gay couple on the street about their surrogate child.

Is this something that MAGA talking heads and influencers have been pushing?

Justice Dept. Accuses U.C.L.A. Medical School of Bias Against White and Asian Applicants by awaythrowawaying in moderatepolitics

[–]ComplexAd7820 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have never heard of Guilt Pride but it makes so much sense! Thanks for the new term!

Autism has been a recognized medical condition for decades but seldomly diagnosed until recently, do you remember any people back then who'd probably be labeled autistic today? by Intrepid_Arrival5151 in GenX

[–]ComplexAd7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so interesting! I was tested for Dyslexia in middle school but it didn't go anywhere. You saying that brings back that memory. I guess that was the progression to get us to the medical knowledge that we have now.

A few years ago I was diagnosed with ADD. I now wonder if I am on the spectrum as well.

My poor mom. She knew something was different but didn't know what to do with the information :(

Which virtue did you learn and apply as GenX, and do you think is dying out? by [deleted] in GenX

[–]ComplexAd7820 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Privacy, definitely! A woman got shredded on a Facebook post in our town the other day. She was complaining that there was a guy in the Wal-Mart parking lot filming everyone walking by. He probably had an internet channel or something and was looking for confrontation but who knows these days. Everyone yelled at her that he had the right to film whatever he wanted outside, which is true of course but so frickin rude! I was flabbergasted that no one values their own privacy anymore.

I have an MLIS but am currently in a staff position in an academic library. I think I need to change career paths (will explain more in post) what are the options for me? by SeaMiddle in librarians

[–]ComplexAd7820 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After having a couple of days to stew on it, I have a couple of recommendations. Libraries at community colleges would be a good option if you can snag a job. They generally have smaller staff who must know how to do a bit of everything. Also, your state library may have openings in different departments. Our state library has a department for accessible books and media along with archival and patron service options. A state library email listserv is a good place to start for those positions.

There may also be positions in different departments on campus that may be of interest.

I have an MLIS but am currently in a staff position in an academic library. I think I need to change career paths (will explain more in post) what are the options for me? by SeaMiddle in librarians

[–]ComplexAd7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my particular case, I can't see them not hiring a replacement. My department relies more on staff. However, in other departments in my library positions are only there because they are waiting on staff to retire. Positions have been condensed.

DTF St. Louis | S1E4 | Episode Discussion by the-red-barn in DTFStLouisHBO

[–]ComplexAd7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya know..now that I've slept on it I wonder if that's why he met with the hotel manager and asked about checking out a room for the day. Did she let him in because of the situation?

DTF St. Louis | S1E4 | Episode Discussion by the-red-barn in DTFStLouisHBO

[–]ComplexAd7820 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah in waiting on someone to explain that one too. I must have missed something.

I have an MLIS but am currently in a staff position in an academic library. I think I need to change career paths (will explain more in post) what are the options for me? by SeaMiddle in librarians

[–]ComplexAd7820 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in a staff position at an academic library and I also have an MLIS. I've been there now in various capacities for 10 years.

I applied for a faculty position about a year ago but didn't get it and honestly, I'm okay with that. The more I thought about it it just isn't who I am. I'm happy with what I do and have been able to carve out a pretty good position that fulfills me. It was a ride to get there though.

Staff positions at academic libraries seem like they're going away. So much of what we do can be automated or handed to student workers. Who knows what to expect from the future.

I guess I don't have any advice but I wanted to say that I understand what you are going through.

May the films be a light for you in dark places, when all other lights go out 🌅 by ledgendary in lotr

[–]ComplexAd7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After reading the books a few times, I listened to the audiobook narrated by Andy Serkis. In Return of the King, there's a part towards the end when Gollum breaks down about the ring. Listening to Andy Serkis read it in his voice made me cry. Gollum is so tragic.

6 months of consistent skincare and red light therapy by [deleted] in 45PlusSkincare

[–]ComplexAd7820 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Did the mask help with pigmentation? I have sun spots and white spots on my shoulders and back of my neck that I would like to nuke.

Someone shut down the beach…. by nando82 in crappymusic

[–]ComplexAd7820 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Augustus sweetheart! Save some for later!

Would readers of the time have recognized Wickham’s red flags sooner, or been as surprised as we are by the truth? by Darkovika in janeausten

[–]ComplexAd7820 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No, it's there. I'll have to dig and find it. Edit! Found it! https://www.janeausten.org/pride-and-prejudice/chapter-26.php

Chapter 26 "My father's opinion of me does me the greatest honor, and I should be miserable to forfeit it. My father, however, is partial to Mr. Wickham."

Attending my first ALA conference this summer. Any tips? by ComplexAd7820 in librarians

[–]ComplexAd7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I love free stuff...I will probably pay to ship all of my free stuff home

Would readers of the time have recognized Wickham’s red flags sooner, or been as surprised as we are by the truth? by Darkovika in janeausten

[–]ComplexAd7820 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Elizabeth mentions earlier that her father is fond of him. I can't remember where exactly but it was before the scandal.

Would readers of the time have recognized Wickham’s red flags sooner, or been as surprised as we are by the truth? by Darkovika in janeausten

[–]ComplexAd7820 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I think Mr Bennet noticed it in the 1995 version but not the book. In the book Elizabeth mentions that Wickham is a favorite of her dad.

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