Spotted In Wolseley, Winnipeg

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We've been getting aggressive anti-smoking ads while watching TV lately, and I can't help but wonder how much better life would be if all the money that went into making the anti-smoking ads went toward actual, material public health resources.

I'd probably smoke way less if I had access to some fucking ADHD medication, is what I'm saying. But I don't. So it's just me, a bunch of weed, and my horrible smoker's cough against the world.

I just want my brain to function. 🥹

Since the whole thing with NaNoWriMo has gone down, I've noticed that one of their former sponsors, Ellipsus, has cut contact with NaNoWriMo because they do not support their stance on AI; I didn't know what Ellipsus was, but upon further research I've found that they are a writing platform that works a lot like Google Docs and Microsoft Word, only with a heavier leaning on the story-writing aspect and connecting with other writers - and they also completely denounce any use of AI, both in the writing process itself and in the use of their platform. I really appreciate that.

Since this is the case (and since I've noticed Google has begun implementing more AI into their software), I've decided to give Ellipsus a try to see if it's a good alternative to Google Docs (my main writing platform). It's completely free and so far, I've found it simple to use (although it is pretty minimal in its features), and I really like the look of it.

I figured I'd spread the word about this platform in case any of you writers would want to give it a try, and if you do, let me know how you like it!

"the children are just saying things that don't make sense and acting like they're funny jokes" it's called lolsorandom humor and it's a time-honored youth tradition. be cool

i need everyone to know that community is what will save us all in every single way imaginable. you forming a bond with your neighbour or coworker might help them move house or feel less alone or have the courage to leave an unhealthy living environment. you helping a stranger might provide them with hope. in turn, being able to lean on your community in times of need will save you. your broader bonds with your community are the revolution we need. our society seeks to divide and separate us in so many ways but we are all so much more united in our struggles and joys than you are made to believe. we need to hold onto each other very tightly.