This article looks at Brave New World in light of America's heavy use of psychotropic drugs. Some thoughts ...

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 LOL been there wrote that.  :D

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In this article, the author talks about assuming characters are white. Let's unpack that a little.

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Today is chilly, gray, and damp.

I fed birds.  There's a little activity today, although less than usual because it's drizzly.

Round One, I planted a bellwort, a Solomon's seal, and a yellow violet in the forest garden near the kitchen window. 

EDIT 5/12/19: Round Two, I potted up several varieties of basil.

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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2019 features Winnie Harlow (who has vitiligo), Halima Aden (in a burkini), and Paulina Porizkova (oldest swimsuit model at 54, first appearance 35 years ago).  Hawt!  \o/

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