Monet Autochromes, C.1921

SewBeautifulx on Etsy

Black Preserver of the North by Byeongwoo Yoo

The nights are somewhat cold (-10°C/14°F) but the days are really nice. Värmland, Sweden (March 12, 2022).

Little mushrooms

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As to whether the Gavle Goat's consumption should be seen as a good omen or a bad omen, I'd say good. Traditionally the Yule goat is made of straw from the final harvest and as a talisman against hard times, and there are unproven theories that its shape is inspired by Thor's goats, who are constantly killed, eaten, and reborn to provide endless meat for Thor and whatever guests he entertains. Therefore, its use by birds as a food store and safe harbor is an affirmation of its original purpose and truly in the Christmas spirit of generosity in lean times. What's more, the birds eating it seems to be have been the one outcome to unite both goat burners and goat keepers, as they have decided not to scare the birds away from their safe harbor and not to harm the goat, a decision that has been universally lauded.

As omens go, this one's all positive: safety, plenty, and unity between previous ideological opponents through a creative third solution built on shared values (birds being fed and sheltered is a good thing). May more birds find their way to the Gavle Goat next year.

Fireflies

THEY DID NOT DO THIS. THEY DID NOT FUCKING DO THIS

BUCK DOES NOT NEED A LOVE INTEREST YOU DAFT FUCK FACES

FUCK YOU DISNEY! FUCK YOU! STOP RUINING ICE-AGE!!