Tag: fight
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And Now We’re Healing
[Dutch Lock Down Day Three Hundred Thirty One] I had a massive misunderstanding with a close friend. Around being nonbinary. Around using the they / them pronouns. And we didn’t listen to one another for days. And then we finally did. But first the news: A pandemic, an environmental problem and a creative solution Seven-day…
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I Love Ya, Tomorrow
[Dutch Lock Down Day Three Hundred Six] Why are you so looking forward to tomorrow, Leander? Just, cause, y’know. No big deal. I mean, really, whatevs. But first the news: Dutch to announce new coronavirus measures on Wednesday, curfew possible 10% of Dutch coronavirus infections last week tied to B117 mutation The ‘British’ coronavirus: Could…
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In Case You’re Wondering What the Dutch Think
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Ninety Seven] This is a reprint from NL Times with attribution but without permission – hopefully I won’t get in trouble – the highlights and links are my own. Anti-fascism protest in Amsterdam following insurrection at US Capitol A demonstration against fascism will be held in Amsterdam this afternoon.…
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That Feeling You’re Feeling Is Shock
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Ninety Five] Or surprise or trauma or depression or disappointment or rage or pity. Me, too. And that’s okay. But first the news: Random sampling shows up to 5% of Dutch Covid cases are ‘British’ variant Netherlands to get another 11.5 million doses of Pfizer Covid vaccine Dutch government…
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Protesters Storm United States Capitol
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Ninety Three] I am absolutely terrified for my friends and family in the United States right now. This violence will not be limited to the US Capitol. This will not end tonight. Please stay safe.
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Anyone Else Watching Alice in Borderland?
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Ninety Two] TRIGGER WARNING This article or section, or pages it links to, contains information about sexual assault and/or violence which may be triggering to survivors. Holy hell, Netflix’s Alice in Borderland is super violent and gruesome, but also absolutely intriguing. And there’s a gaming aspect to it, so OF…
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Welcome To Twenty Twenty One
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Eighty Eight] Sit down, put your seatbelt on, and don’t touch anything. Let’s take this one day at a time, shall we? Sure, it may seem like this year is the answer to life, the universe, and everything, but let’s think of it more like Happy Fun Ball, okay?…
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Time For Vodka Tonics w/a Twist of Lemon
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Forty Nine] TRIGGER WARNING This article or section, or pages it links to, contains information about sexual assault and/or violence which may be triggering to survivors. Oke, so remember When Life Hands You Lemons? It’s storytime. But first the news: Christmas options limited as infection rate stabilises, Rutte warns More…
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An Obscure Update Because That’s Where We Are
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Forty Eight] I’ve got a LOT going on right now. And I thought I figured everything out on Friday, but then it occurred to me that I can look at my own bills and bank statements and such and … there really was only one missed payment. And I…
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I Do Not Recall Those Events, Senator
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Forty Six] It seems that I may have figured out the source of all the confusion, but I won’t know until a few documents arrive and I promise PROMISE to get more specific as soon as this is all resolved. In the meantime, no, I’m not getting much sleep…
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Ripped Out Of Bed
[Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Forty Five] Actually, no, the rumination last night was super intense and I’m not sure how much actual quality sleep I achieved – when the alarm went off this morning, I seriously almost rolled over and snoozed until second alarm. But, see, rumination that keeps you awake all night,…