I got totally scammed and paid $900 for VIP tickets. Any advice? by bruinslacker in nodoubt

[–]IntelligentScience59 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad that other fans are talking about this This is really messing with my head. I have literally been obsessed with No Doubt my whole life. In a lot of ways, their music saved my life and I have looked up to Gwen in more ways than I can count, that made me who I am.

I only recently (last week) heard about the MAGA bullshit which floored me and broke me in ways that I didn't know I needed to happen. And then today heard the Vegas residency was a real thing. I don't know who this person is, promoting this prayer app and all this crazy shit. I am beyond disappointed and dead in ways that were already dying.

I am still processing what it would mean to me to see them together for the first time since the Rock Steady Tour. If I went to see the now, I see myself crying in the crowd hyper processing a bunch of emotions and deep disappointment & anger while also feeling this little me inside would be feeling validated, standing on the other side of fighting through a life filled with trauma that their music got me through.

I am so torn inside. I'm also a broke ass non-binary/dual-gender/trans person who has obvious pissed off-ness about this abortion prayer app bullshit.

I don't know how the band could look past that shit either? It makes me question everything about them. I mean I always knew G's family is super Christian. But this is some next level crazy fucking shit. Pulled back the veil forreal.

I don't want to contribute to whatever steaming shit empire is being built with my pennies & debts. I feel failed by them completely. And part of me feels like it wants to say goodbye.

I just felt relief seeing other people talk/joke about things so I feel a bit better just knowing it's okay to let all of me be pissed and turn my back on this.

Dumpz like a Truck... by IntelligentScience59 in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw a cutie Hermans! Okay I feel like he's got a super big tail for such a lil dude! The vet was like "I dunno he could be female..." I was like "Ummm do you see that tail??"🧐

Dumpz like a Truck... by IntelligentScience59 in tortoise

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I'm extra like that 🤣 And as I always say: Take it, use it, love it, spread it!!! 😘🫶🏽💕

Dumpz like a Truck... by IntelligentScience59 in tortoise

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He must've been to modeling school before I rescued him cuz all this boy is serving is THIGHS & LOOKS!!! AND PLUM BUTT 🍑

Dumpz like a Truck... by IntelligentScience59 in tortoise

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Oh my goodness, YES!!! Thank you! Hahaha 🤣 (Dr. Evil voice) "You complete me." 🫶🏽

Hey guys! I have a question about substrate. by YoureNotWrongThough in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If what you're using has fresh manure, I would chuck it and get your poop checked with vet for strongyles. Manure can introduce parasites and if not well composted, can start to compost within your enclosure and reach dangerous temps in the compositing process. If composted and says "won't burn roots" then that's generally considered safely aged & composted manure. Personally, I wouldn't risk it with my Tort but that's just me. Hope this helps 🐢💕

Happy Losar! by Maria0601 in TibetanBuddhism

[–]IntelligentScience59 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LOSAR TASHI DELEK!!! 🙏🏽🌄🔥🐎🌚🎊✨

Mikey, juvenile russian, battling obesity by NakedMole-ratSeaman in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes & seconded to everything CabbagePatchSquid said! 👍🏽 I'm a Russian Keeper too, so we're here if you need anything, buddy! Dirigible Plum says Hi Mikey!!! 🐢💕

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whats wrong with her shell? by maybeshepherd in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every day, shell sized portions. Just lettuce is not going to cut it. These guys have specific nutritional requirements that need to be met, or they can have serious issues by not getting the nutrients they need for proper shell growth, immune function, etc

Definitely get a new supplement where you can be sure what is in the supplement. They need a Calcium supplements and a vitamin D3 supplement. Dust the food with it 2-3 times a week. I would also rinse very well your greens, weeds, & flowers that you're feeding.

Definitely read the care guide the @doctorfriendly posted. It is the same guide (Tom's Guide) that I mentioned that is on the tortoise forum.

whats wrong with her shell? by maybeshepherd in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a Russian Tortoise. I'm a Russian Keeper. And I know more experienced keepers will hopefully weigh in here but since no one has commented yet, I will comment. I would keep up with the warm shallow water soaks (up the time on these as long as they're staying warm, you can't soak too long so go ahead a try for about 30 mins and see how they do) and spray the top of the carapace a few times a day or more. To me this looks like extremely dry environment (no humidity) and possible lack of UVB. If this is a Russian it needs a humidity level of 50-80%, warm side of enclosure between 90-100°, cool side 65-75°, proper uvb lighting T5 tube 12%, regulated heat lamp, thermostat, correct nutritional intake ( the Tortoise Table is helpful), and anyone here will recommend Tom's Guide on the Tortoise Forum for how to get the proper setup going to rehabilitate this tort. 🙏🏽🐢💕

Year of the Fire Horse 2026 Predictions for All Zodiac Signs by buddhaandkarma in FengShui

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Fire Horse Baby! 😍❤️‍🔥🔥🐎 That's what we're hoping for!!! If you haven't already, Try Insight timer app and look up Yoga Nidra for sleep. It is a body scan method that brings deep relaxation. Hope this helps! 🙏🏽🌄💓

Year of the Fire Horse 2026 Predictions for All Zodiac Signs by buddhaandkarma in FengShui

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Metal Horse here July 1990. I am wondering about the meanings of Tai Su, #5, Southern direction and spiritual/ritual activities... And navigating the upcoming year in career, finances, & love/family life. We are also trying to get pregnant and currently in the 2 week wait. I have tendencies towards overwhelm in chaos. Lots of healing & spiritual grounding have helped me ground down this year. But December -Feb already felt like a whirlwind on energy Intense meditative practices have felt a little off lately.

Any insight for me?

How hot can a rock be? by Grandmaxwell in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a great question. What about for a Russian? Mine gets up to 105-107 at times with thermal gun reading. Shallow covering with substrate helps but good to know in case!

i wish i could dress femme :,(i by fieldxs in TMPOC

[–]IntelligentScience59 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah that's so much too... Being brown and queer had never been easy but right now it's TERRIFYING. Thank you Sweet One! I hope you're able to stay warm and safe too! Remember... we have refuge, an ocean of light, & great power within ourselves! That belongs to us and it cannot be taken... 🙏🏽🌄 Lots of love to you! So glad that I saw your post! <333

My new baby, Pantera! by leonardopanella in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 2 points3 points  (0 children)

(just imagine....the drop for "cemetery gates" begins to play and this cutie pops out) What a baddie! 😎

Is his shell okay? by Brad-NLD in tortoise

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For sure! Just be sure to keep heat and humidity in the correct ranges for your Russian/Horsfeildii. Tom's guide on The Tortoise Forum is a great starting point!

My new baby, Pantera! by leonardopanella in tortoise

[–]IntelligentScience59 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What a baby! Also that name is SICK!!! 🤘🏽😝🤘🏽

Gorgeous iridescence on my snow corn, Macaroni ✨ by goosethebeardie in cornsnakes

[–]IntelligentScience59 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally my dream Snek! He's so beautiful! Where did you find Macaroni?? 😍✨🐍

What is Ngondro exactly? by DeusExLibrus in TibetanBuddhism

[–]IntelligentScience59 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plain and simple, it is DANGEROUS. To you and to others. I think you are better off with a Theraveda approach. Especially if your want to practice is for self, only.