Steven Saus [he/him] @StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com

Fifty Years, One Banner, Still Problematic

Thus it’s an image of America that Americans dismayed by what America has become can cherish....it’s a way for those of us who thought America would never have to fight fascism again to remember that we’re doing so to make our beloved nation the land of the free and the home of the brave.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/08/fifty-years-one-banner-still-problematic.html

Jesus was an illegal immigrant...and we're Pontius Pilate.

The government labeling anti-facists "terrorists" proves the anti-facists are right. Change my mind.

Amnesty International issues travel advisory for the United States of America

"Let's be honest: there's not a damn thing in there that isn't true."

https://boingboing.net/2019/08/13/amnesty-international-issues-t.html

Cutest #Minecraft GIF EVAH.

lazy doggos #DogsOfMastodon

Rest in peace, Grandma Julie.

It's a mini Minecraft me!

Enjoying his treat! #DogsOfMastodon

Comfy Butt #DogsOfMastodon

People Are Not Problems, Focus on Fixing the Problem Instead

Remember that it's you and those you love against the problem, not against each other.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/people-are-not-problems-focus-on-fixing-the-problem-instead.html

Invisible Illness, Invisible Empathy

We assume that if we can't see someone's illness or suffering, then it must be a lie. And that's so much crap.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/invisible-illness-invisible-empathy.html

Mastodon And Upgrading Debian To Buster (#postgresql and #Libprotobuf10)

After upgrading my Mastodon machine from Stretch to Buster (Debian), I promptly ran into some not-transparent-to-fix errors. So if you run into these, hopefully this saves you a few hours.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/mastodon-and-upgrading-debian-to-buster-postgresql-and-libprotobuf10.html

If You’re Not Uncomfortable, You’re Not Trying Hard Enough

Nobody unpacks that damn knapsack if they don’t have to.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/if-youre-not-uncomfortable-youre-not-trying-hard-enough.html

I get up for ONE second... #DogsOfMastodon

Toxic Relationships Don’t Just Exist At Home

We almost never talk about the often-subtle toxic work relationships, even though these are the relationships that dominate most of our lives.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/toxic-relationships-dont-just-exist-at-home.html

Well, this is a creepy little statue...

Mental Healthcare Is Even Harder To Get Than Regular Healthcare

Mental healthcare is not only difficult to get, but insurance companies are making it harder.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/mental-healthcare-is-even-harder-to-get-than-regular-healthcare.html

Show MPD’s Album Art On The Desktop With Vindauga

Want to use MPD as a lightweight music player, but want your album art displayed on the desktop? Check this out.

https://ideatrash.net/2019/07/show-mpds-album-art-on-the-desktop-with-vindauga.html

I know it's petty and a simple pet peeve, but the hubris of "have a blessed day" - without specifying *who* is doing the blessing - just drives me nuts.