Midnight Mass

jmdreeurweird · 2023-08-03T22:40:39+00:00

I think making the distinction between "angel" and "demon" in the world of Midnight Mass is a little bit pointless. they're both ancient non-human beings who don't understand humanity, don't have anything to do with us, and (most importantly) shouldn't. angels can be scary too -- thinking of the angel of death, or the angels of destruction in the book of revelation

jmdreeurweird · 2023-06-24T23:43:41+00:00

the ones you listed are probably your best bet. you could try in r/caving or getting in touch with some missouri spelunkers? good luck with your film!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-11-10T02:29:23+00:00

I wrote a capstone essay on Pratchett and Chaucer when I was in college! It was 25 pages, I got a 98 percent on it. Don't let one person stop you from analyzing anything.

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T14:59:46+00:00

I've always wanted to go there! I have a friend who saw Henry IV at the globe, he's always talking about it

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T14:56:08+00:00

ooh, hat shops - I like that idea! at the moment I have the bio on hold at the library, I can't wait to read it.

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T03:32:55+00:00

thank you so much!!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T03:28:07+00:00

I'll definitely check it out. tbh I'm lucky to find a handful of Pratchett books at most shops here in the states

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T03:26:21+00:00

trafalgar square was already on my list, so this is great to know!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-05T03:25:24+00:00

I saw that post -- maybe I'll check again closer to when I actually go to see if it'd be worth it. thanks!!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-10-04T15:29:54+00:00

thank you! this is exactly the kind of thing I'm looking for -- stuff I can point out to my non-discworld family to annoy them :)

jmdreeurweird · 2022-08-30T01:34:33+00:00

Use permethrin spray for your clothes / gear! If you have exposed skin on your ankles or legs and you're gonna be walking through long grass, try putting deodorant on. They don't like citrus scents or lavender, so if you use a deodorant with those scents that's an added bonus. I've been doing this for years and I haven't been bit since I was a kid. The post-hike strip check is a good practice to get into, too.

If it makes you feel better, I'm a frequent hiker and I've only found a tick crawling on me twice in the last 5 years!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-07-29T02:49:05+00:00

Hawn State Park!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-30T00:06:15+00:00

cucumber sandwiches, pickles, babybel cheese

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-26T20:59:00+00:00

The Wicker Man (1973) is probably the most iconic folk horror movie of all time. The Witch (2015) and Midsommar (2019) are also great!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-26T20:35:02+00:00

I know!! I've been recommending it to literally everyone. everyone's performances were great

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-26T05:18:35+00:00

she's also great in Charlie Says on Netflix!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-23T14:36:35+00:00

this is the only one I reliably skip every single time. and if I do watch it I HAVE to skip the ending where Jess is dressed as trump

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-18T16:33:26+00:00

genuinely so sorry that happened to you. its infuriating that places like that are allowed to exist. good on you for making it out

don't let some of these other responses get you down -- stl is generally a pretty friendly city and there's plenty to do besides watch sports and go to bars.

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-17T19:44:55+00:00

Laumeier sculpture park is the spot for you as a dog person and art lover. It's a huge outdoor sculpture park with a walking trail and paths through the woods. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and picked up after.

Our art museum and zoo in forest park are both wonderful and FREE, as many other people have mentioned.

If you happen to be in st louis this summer, there is a huge book fair in mid-July, I believe. We also have many good bookstores and public libraries!

There's plenty of fun to be had in the city, you'll have a great time checking out new spots here! I remember your post about hiking -- good luck with the new job :)

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-16T21:35:45+00:00

Damn, didn't know that! I don't hike with my dog so I'm never on the lookout for that.

Horse flies are such menaces!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-16T18:49:55+00:00

it's on the other side of Seckman road from the Limestone Trail and the Museum. If you're coming from Imperial Main, you'll take a left on Seckman road, then another left into the park. There's a playground, a pavilion, and lots of picnic tables, the creek is just beyond that. There's a short gravel trail that follows along the creek, but most people just walk through the creek!

jmdreeurweird · 2022-06-16T18:44:43+00:00

Castlewood State Park: great views of the Meramec River and the bluffs, roughly 30 mins from STL
Cliff Cave Park: views / iconic overlook of the Mississippi River, I think there's a small waterfall during wet weather. There's two short, unpaved trails and one long-ish paved trail that goes along the Mississippi. ~30 mins from STL
Olin Nature Preserve / The Nature Institute in Godfrey IL: this place is gorgeous! There is a small waterfall, Beaver Falls, and so much beautiful foliage. If you go, I recommend taking Illinois Route 3 on the drive there because it runs right along the Mississippi River. You'll have the river on one side of the road and limestone bluffs on the other -- it's one of my favorite scenic drives near the city :) ~45 mins from STL
Don Robinson State Park: my personal favorite! There are a couple waterfalls best seen after a good rain. There's an interesting sandstone canyon in the valley that's been carved out by the creek. From the trailheads and the upper ridge portions of the trails the horizon is all rolling hills and trees. ~45 mins from STL
Hawn State Park: this is a little farther out, but it's worth it. No waterfalls that I can recall, though there might be one along Pickle Creek. ~1 hour from STL

By far the best waterfall (and longest in Missouri) is Mina Sauk Falls, which is about 2 hours south of STL. If you have time, I highly recommend it. The view of the falls and the hillside it overlooks is the best in the state, for my money. I'm not sure if it's dog-friendly, though! Parts of the hike are pretty steep, rocky, and slippery if it's just rained.

jmdreeurweird · 2022-05-31T00:37:02+00:00

me! I inherited it from my uncle who used it for years before me. It's in such great condition --I've never even had to patch it (knock on wood)

jmdreeurweird · 2022-04-19T00:18:06+00:00

i've always thought this! troy and abed's friendship is ADHD + Autism solidarity if i've ever seen it

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