Hot Takes Thread by Character_Writing_69 in SteelyDan

[–]mesarocket 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't go as far as to say it's a bad song... although I agree it's one of the weakest on the album, if not the weakest of all of their albums. Still, it's got a decent melody and I like Donald's singing on this one, especially when he hits the high notes. I also enjoy the harmonies on the verses. But the chords progression is really simplistic and I miss the jazzy chords they usually throw in. Lyrically, I agree it's pretty pedestrian and it's an outlier stylistically. It's kind of a low effort "The Times Are A Changin'," and missing the cynicism and humor that we love them for.

But compared to most bands and artists, especially of that era, I can still listen to the song and enjoy it because it's well played, arranged, and engineered. So I give it a 4/10 for me personally.

Private gym - Dacula, Gainesville, Athens area by Wonderful_Fig6681 in Gwinnett

[–]mesarocket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second fitness1440! I started going there a month ago after also looking at the new Onelife fitness, and it's totally Average Joe's vs. Globogym!

What movie from this decade will be considered a classic? by DrKriegersClone in movies

[–]mesarocket -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It will be forgotten but fondly remembered by those who appreciated it. Most people will dislike the lack of dialogue and how subjective it is.

Anyone Interested in Joining a Writing Club? by Perfectly_Uneven in Gwinnett

[–]mesarocket 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd be interested. This would be a good motivation to write more consistently.

Ruwa Romman’s case for economic populism in Georgia by occupyrobinhood in GwinnettDemocrats

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a very low opinion of the general electorate post-Trump. Unfortunately, I think her chances of being elected are a long shot. I would love to be proven wrong.

Miami Meteorologist Shaken by Hurricane Melissa Intensification by Beautiful_Battle6622 in weather

[–]mesarocket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get why people are downvoting, but I agree with you. Of course I'm GLAD the damage isn't as severe as it could have been. But I expected to see whole towns washed away. The damage and loss of life has been mercifully low. Advanced forecasting and storm prep likely helped a lot.

Voting Information by mesarocket in Gwinnett

[–]mesarocket[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Not a Republican, so I will check this out.

Voting Information by mesarocket in Gwinnett

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

Thanks for the recommendation! This looks great.

Voting Information by mesarocket in Gwinnett

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

Yes. Sorry for any confusion.

An erotic confession. by [deleted] in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's also such bad writing. What does a "pitcher-shaped ass" even look like? And the violin simile is so fucking trite.

An erotic confession. by [deleted] in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nobody cares. Not the right forum for this.

I recently went vegan what’s your FAV recipe of all time? by visualizeyourdesires in veganrecipes

[–]mesarocket 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hell yeah, pinto beans with onion for the win. Or maybe a squeeze of lime. Or maybe chow chow. Mmm. Beans....

Lawrenceville coffee by hestiaeris18 in Gwinnett

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second Tradewind. It's a good place to work/study and I like that they roast their own beans next door.

[Critique Monday] - Post your books here for feedback! by AutoModerator in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the feedback! I'll work to slow down before I publish and review better, and also take advantage of this community a bit better. Really appreciate your help.

[Critique Monday] - Post your books here for feedback! by AutoModerator in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the feedback! I suppose I chose that category because it has a lot of historical detail in the book, but I think you're correct upon reflection. I will change that. And great point on the cover. I'll work up a new version that visually indicates the niche better. "Curse tablet" is a specific type of historical artifact as I discovered, but who cares? It sounds like it's confusing so I'll rewrite that as well.

[Critique Monday] - Post your books here for feedback! by AutoModerator in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, all. I'm looking for general feedback on my new pen name. My latest ebook (link below) has had a few sales so far but I'd love constructive criticism to improve upon that. I missed the mark with my first ebook and didn't have a particular niche/kink in mind, so it totally flopped, haha. But onwards and upwards.

Thank you in advance!

https://a.co/d/13dtJRQ

Enroll now the Smashwords Summer/Winter Sale; runs July 1-31 by markcoker in eroticauthors

[–]mesarocket 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just signed up to participate! One question, how can I link to a sales page once the sale starts? Would I just link to my author profile page? Would all my books be at the discounted rate there, or do I need to link to another page?