Gorgeous Ellenshaw Work.

Rather amazing, really

Video: Grizzler the Border Collie is the World’s First Canine Photographer

I don't even have words, lol!

I always struggle with how much to share of myself and my beliefs on social media. I know that will seem strange to some of you, as I very strongly passionately and fearlessly share my opinions about art and culture, but I try to not share my beliefs unless I know I’m in a friendly audience. I consider this to be cowardly, craven behaviour, and I should expect much more from myself. So, here goes… I… Am an Atheist. I cannot be anything else. I know most of you have heard my story of not sticking around in mum’s church for too long, (the story of me always being the kid in Sunday School waving the latest National Geographic and saying, “that can’t be, because Dr. Leakey said…” are totally true,) but I have always had a deep love of the sciences, and an intense curiosity about the universe that could never be satisfied with the kind of faith that being Religious requires. Now, having said that, I have or have had friends and family of every religious stripe imaginable, from Catholics to Buddhists, from Evangelicals to Wiccan, and I respect and love them all. I respect their right to believe in what they choose, and to practise those beliefs. I have to draw the line in the sand, however, when anyone tries to claim that their beliefs and their right to practise their religion supersede the rights of others to do the same. Which brings us to Kim Davis, and this article which has driven me to express my beliefs as more than liking the occaisional humorous post of others. What Lawrence Krauss says here is very important, and I urge you all to read and consider his words, even if you think you will disagree with them. Within, he states: “Ultimately, when we hesitate to openly question beliefs because we don’t want to risk offense, questioning itself becomes taboo.” I couldn’t agree more, or be more frightened of a possible outcome. Thanks for your time, and I extend love and friendship to you all.

All Scientists Should Be Militant Atheists

Ultimately, when we hesitate to openly question beliefs because we don’t want to risk offense, questioning itself becomes taboo. It is here that the imperative for scientists to speak out seems to me to be most urgent. As a result of speaking out on issues of science and religion, I have heard from many young people about the shame and ostracism they experience after merely questioning their family’s faith. Sometimes, they find themselves denied rights and privileges because their actions confront the faith of others. Scientists need to be prepared to demonstrate by example that questioning perceived truth, especially “sacred truth,” is an essential part of living in a free country.

Read more from Lawrence M. Krauss on newyorker.com.

if I don’t get some cute grimes family moments this season I swear I’m starting a riot

Gorgeous

The Walking Dead Rick Grimes poster by Brian Rood

The reason to watch this version is the last bit, they've pushed the whisperer audio way way up. So, if you didn't hear anything in the walker noises on the sdcc trailer, this time it's much more audible.

#andrew lincoln #twd #twdfamily #whisperers #the walking dead

Rick Grimes’ final episodes are previewed in the trailer for The Walking Dead’s ninth season. Andrew Lincoln has confirmed that this will be his last season, so it will be interesting to see how his exit pans out.

This video is nearly identical to the trailer that debuted at San Diego Comic-Con, so don’t expect any new footage. Based on Robert Kirkman’s comic book series of the same name, the show returns on October 7 on AMC.

Lincoln stars with Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, Alanna Masterson, Christian Serratos, Josh McDermitt, Seth Gilliam, Ross Marquand, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Avi Nash, and Callan McAuliffe.

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Starz is looking to build buzz for the project by promoting the search for the right actor to limn the lead character with the social-media effort #CastingShadow, inviting fans to weigh on who should get the gig.

Starz is finally finally FINALLY moving ahead with American Gods!!! (http://variety.com/2015/tv/news/neil-gaiman-american-gods-bryan-fuller-starz-1201520765/) So get those fancast gifsets out of your archive and start tweeting so that maybe they don’t cast the same white bread and mayonnaise sandwich you know they want to cast????? (via deirdrekeane)

truth. 

(via neil-gaiman)

OK, this will require some thought... :)

Perfect, reminded me of a lot of stuff in the comics I forgot, explains everything really well, yay!

An Analysis of Rick and His Pursuit of Jessie

It is a truth nearly universally accepted that the Jessie/Rick “romance” from The Walking Dead comic has been fraught with issues – big time issues. I will not catalog all of them as others have written lengthy analysis on the topic (from the sexist trope of women in refrigerators, from the worrying way they portrayed domestic violence, to Rick’s predatory behavior around Jessie prior to learning she was in trouble, etc.). What keeps tickling my brain is: why did they botch it so very badly?

(Note: This is not necessarily a defense of Rick, but rather an alternative way of looking at his behavior. It made me feel better writing it.) 

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OMG, so much tuteness, it should be illegal!