Corie Weaver
@mythandmew.bsky.social
Writer, traveler, and slave to the cats. Interested in comparative mythology and historical heists, and a disturbing number of random rabbit holes. Currently in Timisoara, Romania, previously Tbilisi, Georgia and Northern New Mexico.
There's all the chaos in the world. And then there's knowing that a young woman has brought back the pet rock craze to China.
www.sixthtone.com/news/1016207
www.sixthtone.com/news/1016207
Stone Cold Craze: Why China’s Gen Z Is Falling for Pet Rocks
Pet rock sales have surged on e-commerce platforms, with most buyers being young women born after 1995.
www.sixthtone.com
December 5, 2024 at 10:58 AM
There's all the chaos in the world. And then there's knowing that a young woman has brought back the pet rock craze to China.
www.sixthtone.com/news/1016207
www.sixthtone.com/news/1016207
The lovely thing about traveling with just a backpack means that we don't have to fuss with things when getting around. The down side is that when I find a really, really cute set of plates, there's no way to bring them home.
I suppose it could be argued that's a plus, as well.
I suppose it could be argued that's a plus, as well.
December 3, 2024 at 1:00 PM
The lovely thing about traveling with just a backpack means that we don't have to fuss with things when getting around. The down side is that when I find a really, really cute set of plates, there's no way to bring them home.
I suppose it could be argued that's a plus, as well.
I suppose it could be argued that's a plus, as well.
Condottiere. Leader of a band of mercenaries, right? Imagine my surprise when in Vienna it's some sort of pastry shop.
I know, not *quite* the same word, but surely its close enough that this is really just a front, and rogues & adventurers come here for the secret menu of quests. Right? Right?
I know, not *quite* the same word, but surely its close enough that this is really just a front, and rogues & adventurers come here for the secret menu of quests. Right? Right?
November 23, 2024 at 7:34 AM
Condottiere. Leader of a band of mercenaries, right? Imagine my surprise when in Vienna it's some sort of pastry shop.
I know, not *quite* the same word, but surely its close enough that this is really just a front, and rogues & adventurers come here for the secret menu of quests. Right? Right?
I know, not *quite* the same word, but surely its close enough that this is really just a front, and rogues & adventurers come here for the secret menu of quests. Right? Right?
Finally, something I'd wear to the gym. Preferably with a drink in hand
Incredible 1890s gym suit of navy and red wool or cotton, in the form of a middy blouse and mid-calf-length bloomers. The main garment is navy, with the red used for the revers, cuffs, dickey, and sash. Also has a pair of flat leather shoes. 🗃️🪡 #19thc
November 21, 2024 at 7:15 PM
Finally, something I'd wear to the gym. Preferably with a drink in hand
TIL that Hungary has something rather alike and alcoholic middle of a Cadbury creme egg.
November 19, 2024 at 5:58 PM
TIL that Hungary has something rather alike and alcoholic middle of a Cadbury creme egg.
So far I approve of Budapest
November 19, 2024 at 12:43 PM
So far I approve of Budapest
All of the pigeons in Timisoara have come to the train station this morning
November 19, 2024 at 5:35 AM
All of the pigeons in Timisoara have come to the train station this morning
My old house had metal screen door that I kept locked all summer. Door-to-door salesmen would shout at me through it, visible but ignored. The entitlement - that my attention is somehow owed to anyone- still infuriates me. I rather like being able to easily ignore people here.
November 18, 2024 at 6:24 AM
My old house had metal screen door that I kept locked all summer. Door-to-door salesmen would shout at me through it, visible but ignored. The entitlement - that my attention is somehow owed to anyone- still infuriates me. I rather like being able to easily ignore people here.
Just added the Mefi packs to my feed, and now its all filled with crunch, chaosy goodness. yay!
November 17, 2024 at 8:59 AM
Just added the Mefi packs to my feed, and now its all filled with crunch, chaosy goodness. yay!
Dammit internet. I was innocently reading a review of the new Paddington Bear movie, and it mentioned the sketch of PB with the Queen. And now I'm down a rabbit hole to see who else has been turned into modern Ferrymen.
November 17, 2024 at 7:15 AM
Dammit internet. I was innocently reading a review of the new Paddington Bear movie, and it mentioned the sketch of PB with the Queen. And now I'm down a rabbit hole to see who else has been turned into modern Ferrymen.
I love the concept of this garden. The community hangout spot where we spent a lot of time when we were in Tbilisi had a lovely garden, and one of my favorite things was to help weed and prune with the owner. (and drink wine. there may have been lots of wine.)
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11...
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11...
For a young couple at risk of homelessness, a community garden is helping hope bloom
Residents at an affordable apartment complex in Adelaide are taking part in a greening project intended to improve the wellbeing of young people who have spent time in state care, and reduce the amoun...
www.abc.net.au
November 16, 2024 at 7:11 AM
I love the concept of this garden. The community hangout spot where we spent a lot of time when we were in Tbilisi had a lovely garden, and one of my favorite things was to help weed and prune with the owner. (and drink wine. there may have been lots of wine.)
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11...
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11...