I worked retail. The shop started playing the music box Christmas album on October 10. There was no way for staff to turn it off. Or any other music. I am so deeply sorry.

Orange fluffy rescues can be wonderful.

The classic example: people always suggest that a site can reduce abuse by requiring everyone to register with or use their "real names" and that would mean a far more civil environment. In reality, "real names" is the option that produces the *most* abuse.

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Alice Wong's Teen Vogue articles were archived before their removal, for anyone looking.

Go to Chincoteague to see the horses, and check out farmers markets? Go to Pennsylvania for factory tours and thrift shopping. you might be able to go to the dog show in the Philly area.

No way to check work emails or your phone in the heated water. Just swim and concentrate on improving form (and staying buoyant).