[-] qed123@lemmy.world 1 points 1 month ago

Hey I appreciate your thoughtful and insightful response. While I am hesitant to agree entirely, especially in an empirical sense, I think much of your statement is probably very accurate and I certainly am not able to confidently state anything to the contrary, on the fly, at this time. I will keep your ideas in mind and I do thank you for some ideas to chomp on.

I kinda want to resist your confident statements regarding the similarities, but honestly I can't refute what you stated off the top of my head. And upur rebuttal of the "both sides a0re same" schtick is much appreciated, and well stated.

I honestly am surprised by your considerate and thoughtful response. I do a lot of snarkey and thoughtless responses to what I feel are insincere or flimsy ideas presented everywhere, and rarely do I get a response as kind and thorough, solid as yours.

Keep up the food work 8)

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 4 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

You have no idea? Might want to check that out. May have been born without a useful chunk of your brain. Just concerned about you.

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[-] qed123@lemmy.world 16 points 1 month ago

this is dangerous.

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 7 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

I agree. I am supposed to be just peachy with and validate some notion they are discussing this or any matter in good faith, while they are voting to kill my healthcare, prop up Russia, just so they can be racist? While "cleverly" refusing to sincerely discuss anything, adamantly trying to gaslight sincere prople with whatever the Russian propaganda of the hour is?

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago

they are delightful, glad they found a good home

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago

thank you for saying it

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 2 points 3 months ago

Don't let that guy bum you out. You are doing great and I and everyone else including that idiot knew what you mean. He is just one of those guys who gets his willies off talking down to people so he can feel smart.

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 3 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

Fair enough! So they are trying to get out of paying for a double! I understand now. Tell them the glass is actually half empty!!! lol

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago

Fair enough! Tell them it's actually half empty! I can see your point. So they are trying to get out of paying for a double!

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 4 points 3 months ago

I ask for no ice because pop is pretty cold when it comes out anyways and I hate watered down pop. Also if I take it home I can put it in the fridge .... and it doesnt get watered down.

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The Galactic Ecosystem: A Microcosm on My Arm

Imagine, if you will, that a small section of your arm has become the prime real estate for a variety of extraterrestrial life forms. While it may sound like the beginning of a science fiction novel, the diverse inhabitants of this microcosmic universe are more fantastical than one could dream. Herein, we explore the lives of five different kinds of extraterrestrials that might be calling your arm their new home.

1. The Luminian Lumisprites

First among these alien inhabitants are the Luminian Lumisprites, tiny bioluminescent beings that hail from the distant planet of Glimmera. Each Lumisprite is no larger than a grain of sand, yet they possess the extraordinary ability to emit a soft, glowing light. These beings thrive on the natural oils of human skin, which they metabolize to produce their luminescence. At night, when the lights are off, you might see a faint, ethereal glow emanating from your arm, like a living constellation. The Lumisprites communicate through patterns of light, creating intricate, ever-changing displays that tell the stories of their distant homeland.

2. The Sporellian Fungusfolk

Nestled within the fine hair follicles are the Sporellian Fungusfolk, a symbiotic species that resemble tiny, mushroom-like creatures. Originating from the fungal forests of Sporellia, these beings have a peculiar way of life. They feed on dead skin cells and in return, they secrete a soothing gel that promotes skin health. The Fungusfolk are master architects, constructing elaborate mycelium networks that help regulate moisture levels on your skin. If you ever feel a slight tickling sensation, it’s likely the Fungusfolk hard at work, maintaining their underground cities.

3. The Micronautic Mariners

In the creases and lines of your skin live the Micronautic Mariners, a diminutive race of aquatic beings. These tiny creatures come from a watery world known as Oceanea Minimus, where they navigated vast oceans in microscopic vessels. On your arm, they’ve adapted to the sweat and natural moisture, using it as their personal seas. The Mariners have built tiny boats from keratin and traverse your skin like sailors of old, mapping every inch of their new, expansive ocean. Their society is rich with nautical traditions, and their tiny, high-pitched sea shanties can occasionally be heard if you listen very, very closely.

4. The Nebulon Nomads

Drifting just above the surface are the Nebulon Nomads, ephemeral beings made of interstellar dust and energy. These nomadic creatures are almost invisible to the naked eye, appearing as slight shimmering distortions in the air. Originating from the swirling clouds of the Nebula Nox, they are drawn to the electromagnetic fields generated by the human body. The Nebulon Nomads travel in wispy clusters, perpetually in motion, absorbing stray electrons to sustain themselves. Though intangible, their presence is known to enhance the natural electrical signals in your nerves, sometimes resulting in spontaneous, tingling sensations.

5. The Quarkian Quantumites

Lastly, deep within the atomic structure of your skin cells reside the Quarkian Quantumites, entities composed of subatomic particles from the quantum realm of Quarkos. These beings are not bound by the physical laws of our universe and can exist in multiple states simultaneously. The Quantumites are responsible for occasional, inexplicable phenomena such as the sudden disappearance and reappearance of small objects around you. They communicate through quantum entanglement, sending instantaneous messages across vast distances. Their presence is a constant reminder of the mysterious and interconnected nature of all existence.

Conclusion

While the notion of extraterrestrial beings inhabiting your arm might seem outlandish, it offers a whimsical perspective on the unseen wonders that could exist just beyond our perception. The Luminian Lumisprites, Sporellian Fungusfolk, Micronautic Mariners, Nebulon Nomads, and Quarkian Quantumites each bring their unique qualities to this microscopic ecosystem. Whether they are real or merely figments of an imaginative mind, these creatures remind us of the infinite possibilities that the universe holds, even in the most unexpected places.

As we ponder the lives of these extraordinary beings, we are invited to view our world with a sense of wonder and curiosity. For who knows what other mysteries might be hiding in plain sight, just waiting to be discovered? 🌌✨👾

[-] qed123@lemmy.world 11 points 5 months ago

In the stillness of the midnight hour, When dreams unfurl with quiet power, A secret dance, unseen, unfolds, A tale of spiders, brave and bold.

Teenage risktakers, nimble, sly, With silken threads, they dare to fly. From ceilings high, they bungee down, Into the dark, without a sound.

Silent as shadows, they descend, On daring missions, round the bend. A careful line, each taking turn, A nighttime rite, no cause for concern.

They know the risk, they know the score, To wake you up would mean no more. So deftly, softly, they embark, In moonlit rooms, so still, so dark.

Through parted lips, they make their way, A fleeting touch, then swift relay. A secret sport, a hidden game, Unknown to you, their nightly claim.

Yet you sleep on, in peaceful rest, Untroubled by their silent quest. For in this dance of spiders' flight, They leave no trace, no mark, no fright.

And when the dawn breaks, soft and clear, The spiders fade, they disappear. A secret kept, a tale untold, Of teenage spiders, brave and bold.

🌙🕷️🕸️

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