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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

something I'd like to stop seeing at vintage shops is those cheap-ass Hamazon packs of bootleg stickers for sale in bins/piles for cheap they're usually stolen licensed art/characters slapped onto cheap stickers with poorly cut edges you know the ones I'm talking about

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Russell Irving @rginteger.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

I'm not much of a Pokémon person, but my son is & trying to buy him cards at retail prices has been nigh on impossible the last couple of years, and I refuse to pay scalpers for anything. So it warms the cockles of my heart to see so many of them having a full meltdown about the recent set. Enjoy!!

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Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 21/09/2026

It's official: Starbucks is gutting DEI policies company-wide to curry favor with Florida politicians as our union's call for a boycott grows. Vote with your dollar. BOYCOTT STARBUCKS.

Fox News headline: Starbucks agrees to DEI overhaul after blockbuster Florida legal showdown. The coffee giant will pay $1M and submit annual compliance certifications for four years under the agreement

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themes and such @bernkastl.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

taps the sign like very aggressively

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I worked retail for 15 years so I know how much it sucks to do inventory, especially when you live in a high theft area but I'm still disappointed that 3 of the 4 packs of beads I ordered at Michael's were not in stock like they said. 😬

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

why does it have a human nose WHY DOES IT HAVE A HUMAN NOSE

Photo of a vintage ceramic cat with a very long neck. The cat is white with pink flowers and green leaves painted on it. The face is weird because instead of a cat nose and mouth, it has a human nose and mouth with red lipstick.

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Fey (フェイ) @feytaline.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

he was acting normal again! but the xray shows he is still wildly constipated, it's just not hard this time. dropping my kofi again 🥴 add $278 to that goal 🥴 ko-fi.com/feytaline

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

...I need dark blue. This is so rude. The ones in the left package are purple, even if they might look blue on some screens.

Photo of two packs of small craft pompoms. One pack is pastel colors and the other pack is standard crayon colors in all colors except basic blue.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

it's def cuz I clicked ONE video on the topic, but now I have so many "no more 3D print slop at makers' markets!" videos on my YT FYP lmaaaaaao if u didn't make the file itself and/or clean up/sand/paint/finish the prints how is this slop different than downloading other ppl's drawings/art (cont)

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Went to the mid-autumn festival yesterday; happy to see a few real, human artists selling things they'd made/drawn. There were only a couple "3D print slop" booths which, while disappointing, was not surprising since they had 100ish vendors. 100% avoided any food stalls with AI food photos

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BitterSweetHoard@RoseCityCC @bittersweethoard.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Tis the final day, come say hi! Booth F48

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Alex Winter @alexwinter.com · 08/09/2026

RT if you've never had a tab of ChatGPT open, period.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

did a quick Hamazon search on one of the computers at work to check the price on a 12-pack of a specific brand of energy drink browser extension popup saying it found the item at a better price the Hamazon price was $19.98 for a 12-pack. The competitor had a pack for $12. What a deal!

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Xander (very tired) @derglitzkrieg.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This is exactly what I tell new cosplayers. It's so important to have a strong, basic foundation.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

woke up this morning from a dream in which Ariana Grande was a guest actress on a special edition of Whose Line is it Anyway? and all the guys were playfully jealous that she was funnier than they were

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I thought I'd convinced myself I wouldn't be buying another sewing then this little tramp scrolls by

Screenshot of a Janome ad for a sleek, solid black sewing machine. The machine is very sexy and would look fantastic on my sewing table.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

WIP of my Ampharos magnets. I plan to make the pink shiny variant as well. The shiny here is based on the Gen2 sprite, which looks more like a silvery or grayish pale purple color.

Photo of two of the Pokémon Ampharos made of felt and hand sewn together. They are posed curled up into a round shape.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I sold enough of my hand-sewn felt Pokemon magnets to buy one of the Typhlosion cards for my Neo Genesis set it's not much, but it's honest work

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Today's mood is: the exhausted zucchini doing its best at the farmer's market.

Photo of a table display featuring baskets of fresh zucchini at a farmers' market. Two of the zucchini are curved and hanging over the edge of the basket. The hanging zucchini look comically exhausted compared to the other zucchini.

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Dane will return at NYCC H-05 @monkeyminion.com · 29/08/2026

DO NOT APPLY TO OR ATTEND THIS SHOW. I don't care if it's in your backyard. You can bet that every convention runner is watching this and the bad ones are salivating at this idea of $150 application fees, plus jacked up booth rates. If it works for this show, they WILL try it at theirs.

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Kategod 🐉🧿🦑𓅛🪬 @kategodart.northsky.social · 26/08/2026

we have thousands of potential dolly partons and tim curries already walking amongst us. most of them are begging for rent money or getting crushed at a shitty job

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Alex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

NASHVILLE, TN (August 25, 2026) – Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Cause of perish? No breakfast 14 minutes early. RIP, Vivi.

Photo of a brown tabby cat lying on her side. She is dramatically stretched out with her head hanging off of the edge of the ottoman.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Optimist: The glass is half full Pessimist: The glass is half empty Me @ the cat: NO, COFFEE IS BAD FOR YOU STOP IT

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Chewing with your mouth open should be a misdemeanor.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Expedition 33. Given my age, I'm already dead. RIP me.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

"actually, the point is--" bold of you to assume that the "point" is lost on me I don't care what the "point" is, the topic of discussion is still (imo) objectively boring/bland

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

me: I got the dang PokeRap stuck in my head James: don'tsingit my brain: METAPOD. MAROWAK. KAKUNA. CLEFAIRY. DODRIO. SEADRA. VILEPLUME. KRABBY. LICKITUNG. TAUROS. WEEDLE. NIDORAN. MACHOP-SHELLDER-PORYGON-HITMONCHAAAAAAAAN (gotta-catch-em-all-gotta-catch-em-all)

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

in the notes of the recipe for a banana cream latte, "if you don't like banana, you can use an avocado" and to that I say, "if you don't like banana, why the fuck are you looking for a recipe for a banana cream latte?"

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

tried the "hack" where you use a tub of Trader Joe's lobster bisque as a base to make a seafood pasta dish not bad! I added way more spices/herbs and used salmon instead of lobster/crab and added some parmesan cheese and it turned out okay would make again with more ingredients/spices

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Short King🎃Scream Queen @curiah.city · 09/08/2026

Never let anything or anyone convince you that you're too old for whimsy and fun.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

back in my day, we could buy pokiemanz booster packs readily available at Walmart and even if we were disappointed we didn't get that damn Charizard, we were still happy to add those cards to our collections and/or trade amongst ourselves based on what we liked and not arbitrarily decided $ value

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Simpsons Old Man Yells at Cloud

Alt: Simpsons Old Man Yells at Cloud

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I need everyone to behold this specimen I acquired at @foragervintagepdx.bsky.social this weekend. Flawless. Very good. He has witnessed the horrors and now will live amongst my army of amphibious tchotchkes.

Photo of a ceramic, green frog with wide, yellow eyes. He looks as though he has witnessed the horrors and sports an expression of deep concern.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

truly thankful for this little goblin blessing our home after Banana and Bashi passed earlier this year we still miss them both terribly but it's easier with this mischievous little critter squeaking at us

Photo of a brown tabby cat. She is lying on her side with her legs coming toward the camera. She has a very cute, youthful face and lovely green eyes.

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Fio Fiorello @fiofiorello.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

We were poor growing up so we had to buy abridged manga. I only got to read The Gist of The North Star

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

IDK man, the mileage for the Dratini ain't even listed, how can u even begin to tell me it's comparable to a 1967 Mercury Cougar

Screenshot from eBay showing price comparisons between "comparable" listings. The first listing is for a Dratini Pokemon card while the "comparable" listings are all vintage cars.

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Culture Crave 🍿 @culturecrave.co · 20/07/2026

Australia is planning some of the world's toughest AI regulations • Water usage will be limited • AI data centers will be required to become net producers of energy • AI companies can't train on Australian creators' work without their permission • Proposals expected to be introduced in 2027

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

was distracted when addin stuff to the shopping list and instead of writing "sink drain" I wrote "draw vent" what tf is a draw vent where did those words come from

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

need more nerdy local small art/craft show events that don't cost $100s+ to vend and prioritize local artists and aren't giant anime/comic cons

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Byron C Clark @byroncclark.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

The creator of Roger Rabbit (who is 85 years old by the way) is a good sort Crossposted with @openvibe.social

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I've had to unfriend a few fans lately, all for the same reason. They made ridiculing, unkind, and in some cases outright cruel comments about pictures I posted of young women cosplaying Jessica.
More than a person, Jessica is a state of mind. To play Jessica, you need self -confidence, a sense of humor, and a Jessican -attitude-. There is no such thing as a Jessica cosplayer being too short, too flat chested, too heavy, too thin, too unattractive, too black, too Asian, or even too male!!! All Jessica, any Jessica, every Jessica is good Jessica.
I'm not giving any warnings or second chances. A single disparaging comment on a Jessica cosplayer, and I'm throwing you out of the rainbow colored Toontown Tent.

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Calculated Mediocrity @adequatelyinept.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

if I pop open this box and it don't smell like musty wax ima be so mad

photo of a Crayola and Jones soda collaboration featuring Crayola colored bottles of soda

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