Finished the Ghost on my lunch break. Overall, I'm glad I got it as I've always loved the series and the ship. Also happy that I got it on sale.
In terms of a #Lego build, I would probably only rate it at 3.5 out of 5 stars. Fairly easy build, not too many technical steps. That said, there were a few steps where angles flipped and I had to redo where a piece was placed. Also, I still never found the missing two plates even with an abundance of extra pieces. Finally, the Phantom and the top cover don't actually attach to the set. They both just sit in place.
If you're collecting Lego Star Wars ships, go for it. In terms of playability for a young kid, probably wouldn't be my first choice.
I’m going to write every day in the month of May. I will publish as often as I can, aiming for twice a week or 10 posts. I have an enormous drafts pile and getting those out into the world would feel satisfying.
My hot take: movies on the Vision Pro are an unbelievable way to watch movies on your own at home, but they’re not at all a replacement for a good theater experience.
Patient self-advocacy changes depending on where you are, as a trans patient--and the therapist's office is one of the most crucial places there is for you to get great care.
Learning How To Get What You Need From Your Therapist can be a daunting task, because we generally face this when we're at our least confident, but it's also the most important step you can take in meeting your transition goals--this week on #StainedGlassWoman!
Aww, damn. #RIP Award-winning journalist Charles Osgood, who anchored "CBS Sunday Morning" for 22 years and was host of the long-running radio program "The Osgood File," died Tuesday at home in New Jersey. He was 91.
Tried to watch "The Crow" with my kids last night. They didn't enjoy it so we stopped about halfway through. They felt it was too violent and didn't love the 90's graphics.
I saw it 30 years ago on opening weekend. I thought I initially liked it because of the action. It was also very much the alternative culture my parents wanted me to stay away from.
If I'm being honest about what I really liked, Brandon Lee had one heck of an amazing body. 😜
I'm really tired of listening to people, who normally act very reasonable and intelligently, downplay the risks of getting COVID. These same people also tend to deny the importance of the vaccine and boosters.
It doesn't take much time to find the research showing that it's not "just a cold" even if you have just a mild case. There's also so much we still don't know because it is still a fairly recent virus.
To go further, the shutdowns in 2020 did help. Again, doesn't take much effort to understand why. The same people as before are the ones preaching how we "need to be open for the economy" but ignoring the timing and precautionary measures.
Hey #StarWars folks, when did you fall in love with laser swords, scoundrels, bounty hunters and the Force? Are you an Original Trilogy kid (incl. the Ewok movies), did you find your way to the GFFA in the Dark Times with the Expanded Universe, was Jar Jar your hero, or did Rey and Mando capture your heart?
@jynersolives I saw ROTJ in the theater with my Mom when I was 7 years old. Fell in love with the creatures, especially the Ewoks and the Rancor monster. Absolutely loved just how weird and strange the whole world was. And those wonderful ships....
So, I'll always be an OG fan. That said, Rogue One, Andor, Rebels, the Tartakovsky Clone Wars series, and the later seasons of the animated CW have shown just how far some creative minds can expand the universe.
At the pharmacy this morning. Listening to the pharmacist talk about how many #Covid tests they're selling and how many Paxlovid prescriptions are being filled. Both are at higher levels then they expected.
As we barrel into the holiday season, I'm reminded yet again about families. Remember that not everyone has a requirement, or even a need, to be with their biological family. For some, even thinking of their biological family can bring on thoughts of depression, anxiety, and grief.
I hope that everyone is able to enjoy the holidays with their chosen families. That you can find a space where you feel welcomed and loved.
If you do need to be around relatives you may not want to talk to, I hope you're able to find a safe space to escape to. No matter what they say or do, your health comes first.
Note: I still spend some time with my family even as it causes me some grief because of missing relatives and friends. "Comfort Food" exists for a reason!!
Since starting transition I’ve been way more dedicated to building a body that I am proud of and I’m super excited that as of today I beat my longest move ring streak ever with 61 days of continuous exercise. This morning I weighed in at 182lbs, which is 27lbs down from my all time high in May of 2021. I have my dysphoria days but goddammit I am proud of how I look now 💪
