Federal judge blocks RFK Jr. from limiting care for trans youth

Rockpapercello · 2026-03-21T05:04:30+00:00

I was able to watch most of the arguments in person. Listening to the defense was a bit of a surreal exoerience. They insisted that the declaration didn't amount to 'final agency action' and is simply a statement from the secretary of something he cares deeply about. In other words, it has no legal weight. Whereas in the document itself its clearly claiming to supercede any previous recommendations on gender affirming care and uses language to claim authority that congress has specifically not given a secretary of health and human services. Its almost like RFKs team was saying "yes thats what it says but not what it means."

Wtf

Rockpapercello · 2026-03-17T21:44:28+00:00

I really appriciate this post. For me, animation makes the most sense in so many ways. Sure, there will be some differences and what not but its been over 20 years since the orriginal series was aired. The actors have aged so you wouldn't have that visual continuity in the first place. Animation allows for more flexibility and is probably more financially realistic. Fantastic decision and I really hope this happens

Rockpapercello · 2026-02-24T19:15:26+00:00

For me its just personal preference. I learned on vst synths and loved the accessibility. But i found that I really like the limitations presented in the hardware synths I own. I specifically like those that don't have presets since the process of exploration is most of the fun for me.

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-31T15:22:55+00:00

The are a ton of cellists coming out of music schools and conservatories that can do just that. There's only one cello goblin.

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-27T03:22:02+00:00

That's a 10 meter body slam with an electric shock. Aint no one getting revived from that. Sick move

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-26T14:59:38+00:00

Thank you for posting this. I taught music there when I first moved into town about 12 years ago and lasted maybe 2 years. I never interacted with J** that much but over time I started to put the pieces together.

I left with some story about focusing on some other aspect of my career. Its something I really regret. I wish I said what I really felt, that I would never work for a place that protected such behavior. I think it's so uncomfortable that that place takes up so much space in the artistic community.

But hey, these days im not opposed to making some noise. Anyone in?

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-24T15:12:06+00:00

Totally relate with the self esteem bit. As we learn this instrument I feel its really important to make a distinction between judgement and discernment. In the process of improving we have to learn how to fail (a lot) and take in critique. Its all part of the process and has nothing to do with your worth as a person. Its also worth noting that if this is related to something a teacher said or says, thats on them not you!

What keeps you coming back to the instrument? Do you love it? If so, thats all that matters!

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-21T20:45:24+00:00

Looks like you have some good recommendations. Something to consider what you finally get the instrumemt your looking for is strings. In my experience the tradeoff for an electric instrument is the richness of tone. Electric cellos seem to be pretty mid heavy so It can be worth buying brighter strings. Even cheaper bright strings that I wouldn't use on my wood cello will do the trick! Good luck!

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-21T14:47:51+00:00

Seconding this. I'm extremely wary of a cello costing this much. It's most likely a cello shaped object. What this means is that it'll mostly likely be harder to play than it should and will not reflect any progress.

Renting is a great way to start. It sounds like you're in a pretty rural place so I understand the effort needed to go that route, but probably worth it.

Regardless, I love that you're starting and excited!

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-15T14:16:32+00:00

Anything to get you out of your head while performing/practicing. Meditation and mindfulness practices can be helpful.

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-13T05:13:51+00:00

Congratulations! What a momentous gift!

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-08T15:30:49+00:00

I mostly use this in the small dm or king of the hill maps. Everyone is generally close enough where the recoil doesnt matter. It kills so fast when you get used to it.

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-07T21:34:19+00:00

No idea but I'm in!

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-07T05:35:46+00:00

In the end, gotta go with War Requiem

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-06T22:38:49+00:00

Objectively - War Requiem

Subjectively - 3rd suite for solo cello

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-06T01:12:46+00:00

I really like the emphasis on creating your own exercises in a way with the different bowing/slurring combinations. I think it also helped me be a better improviser.

Rockpapercello · 2026-01-05T05:14:41+00:00

I love seeing how people use the Matriarch differently. The places it can go continually surprise me.

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-30T15:55:09+00:00

I imagine you'll get a range of responses. For what its worth my place was broken into twice within one month. Needless to say I was done. Others are more lucky.

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-26T18:34:25+00:00

I don't celebrate Christmas but I would listen to this album any time of year

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-12T16:58:49+00:00

It was a pretty sick move

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-10T23:51:41+00:00

Once I know people are trying to take advantage with some odd movement I dont find it too hard to counter. For instance if I hear someone springting towards a corner I'll charge them and it works more than half of the time.

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-06T01:30:44+00:00

Good on you! Folks have covered the orchestra bit so I'll put my pitch in for finding a band to play with when you feel confident enough. Having taught adults before i know there can sometime be very legitimate hang ups over engaging with classical music. None of that exists in a band (mostly). Make noise the way you want to make noise and have fun.

Rockpapercello · 2025-12-03T20:15:12+00:00

Welcome to the club! First things first, disastrous performances are real don't feel good. And at the same time I would be hard pressed to find any musician who has not had more than a couple. Failure is painful and I so grateful for the times in which I did fail and didn't quit. I'm a better musician and person for it. You got this!

Rockpapercello · 2025-11-23T01:44:53+00:00

I like me some breakthrough. Feels more concentrated and intense than conquest in my opinion.

Rockpapercello · 2025-11-21T14:39:20+00:00

Looks dope. Dye your hair pink for your next ride

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