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Going to lie down because it's hot as balls in my apartment and also because I'm just exhausted from not sleeping great. Thus why this is being posted randomly in the middle of the day. I was going to post this tonight but god knows if I'll even be awake.

I've always had really awful birthdays. Either it was outright ignored or I was punished for even having one. My parents were... unpleasant. Star Trek became my escape. Could see amazing people make amazing choices and be the best they wanted to be instead of lying and saying they were good people. Actions speak louder than words, after all, and the actions of the crew of the Enterprise-D (specifically) were what helped me sort of override a lot of the disgusting hateful stuff I was taught as a child. Also made me feel like a person instead of a burden.

I've not really been able to delve in deep to a lot of Trek communities sometimes because, well, it's the internet. People can get a bit toxic behind a computer screen. This place has been anything but. Pure kindness and love from everyone here. Top to the bottom. Honestly it seems pretty worth it to me to forego birthday gifts throughout my life to be able to find y'all.

You are all awesome. I don't want birthday wishes and stuff, I get enough of those from Starbucks and other companies trying to get me to buy their shit that I cannot afford, but I want y'all to appreciate yourself for a couple minutes. You're a great person, you've helped make an amazing community, and I am eternally grateful.

You are AWESOME. Love y'all.

Live so very motherfucking long and prosper more than you could ever dream.

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[-] teft@startrek.website 52 points 1 year ago

I got you some cake. It’s cellular peptide with mint frosting. Your favorite.

...since I already have the cutout, why not:

[-] teft@startrek.website 15 points 1 year ago
[-] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 12 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

It's like on Jengus IV, they're all mixing! THE KLINGON CLOWNS ARE COMING!

Like warm apple pie

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[-] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 31 points 1 year ago

To another year of "quality" Star Trek memes! It's always great seeing you around bud, you help make Risa the best community one could ask for!

[-] negativenull@lemm.ee 26 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

This community is, by far, my favorite part of the internet. It make me smile every single day.

Despite being told not to: Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday Again

[-] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 13 points 1 year ago

Oh finally a normal cake not made of Councilor Troi or Stamets or some other crew member

[-] MrPoopyButthole@lemmy.world 21 points 1 year ago
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Happy birthday! We're glad you're here, Stamets.

[-] TheGoldenGod@lemmy.world 16 points 1 year ago

Happy birthday! 🎂 And don’t worry to much, I think having blah parents is part of realizing what’s truly important in this turd burger we live on lol. Enjoying the small things, because existence is fleeting.

[-] BertramDitore@lemmy.world 16 points 1 year ago
[-] oeverbloem@feddit.nl 15 points 1 year ago

Thank you for going boldly into the unknown that is your life 🖖

[-] emile@tacobu.de 14 points 1 year ago

Hi Stamets, since you didn't want birthday wishes let me thank you for your posts and your open-hearted comments instead. They really brighten my day, here and on 196 (didn't even realize that many of the good ones there were posted by you, too. Sokath, his eyes uncovered).

All the best to you!

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[-] Deebster@lemmyrs.org 14 points 1 year ago

Darmok and Jalad on the ocean.

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[-] ummthatguy@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago

We're in this together, kid.

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[-] xusontha@ls.buckodr.ink 13 points 1 year ago

Yes I've already made a comment but this was necessary

[-] ummthatguy@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)
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[-] FatherOgre@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago

Happy Bday! Thanks for the laughs! I always know its a quality joke when I see your user name!

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[-] Tippon@lemmy.dbzer0.com 13 points 1 year ago

Happy birthday, and thanks for keeping us all smiling 😁

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[-] GaiusGornicusCaesar@startrek.website 12 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Happy Birthday! Thanks for the great memes, even if you just found them. Funniest dude on this site.

[-] thal3s@sh.itjust.works 12 points 1 year ago

A ship is only as good as its crew and you are a damn fine member!

I always enjoy seeing your posts and I’m glad you’re with us. Live long and prosper. 🖖🏼

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I'm torn between respecting your wishes and piling on!

Stamets you're awesome, this community is the most fun I've had on the internet in years, so thank you (and everyone)!

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[-] Infynis@midwest.social 12 points 1 year ago

Happy birthday! Your favorite food wouldn't happen to be pineapple, would it?

[-] TotallyNotSpez@lemm.ee 12 points 1 year ago

I'm a bit late to the party, but rest assured, it always brightens my day seeing your memes and even more your comments. You are a lovely person and if you weren't living on another continent / I wasn't terrified of flying, I'd hunt you down right now to have a birthday pint with you and listen to your most fun stories about life, the universe, star trek, and everything.

Emergency hug incoming

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[-] dingus@lemmy.ml 11 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

We're all glad you're still here with us for another revolution around the ol' sun.

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[-] fishos@lemmy.world 10 points 1 year ago
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