Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentBuckinghamshire Archives @bucksarchives.bsky.social · 02/10/2026For no better reason than it's Friday, we're going to review wrestlers on how useful they'd be working in the archive. First up: Triple H. He'd probably be great to have in the office, but that water spit thing is just going to raise our humidity levels so it's a no from us. 1120955
Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentBart⚓️ @bartgonnissen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026The Facial Expressions of Tethys by artist Julius von Bismarck. A suspended high-sea buoy that moves in real time. Sensors on a twin buoy out in the Atlantic Ocean send live satellite data to motors inside the museum. This makes the indoor buoy copy the exact, real-time movements of the ocean waves. 10381422831
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 16/09/2026A beautiful fake fall night in DC watching baseball. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 13/09/2026And the trophy for the series goes to South Africa! 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 13/09/2026And that's full time. Springboks 43 - 28 All Blacks. New Zealand never got it going as 4 tries in the second half by South Africa put the match out of reach. Lots of fun! Wish I knew all the rules, but a great sport to learn. 101
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 12/09/2026A slice of first half action. 111
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Halftime. Springboks 17 - 14 All Blacks. Two tries from each side and a penalty kick for the Springboks is the difference. Lots of hard hitting action. 101
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Springboks vs. All Blacks in Baltimore 111
Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentPaul Byrne @theplanetaryguy.com · 09/09/2026Astrophotographer Adam (AJ) Smadi caught this image a few hours ago from Washington state. A thin crescent Moon, sunlight illuminating the rugged lunar surface. And 2,400 times farther away—and on the other side of the Sun—mighty Jupiter, and its moons Io (left) and Ganymede (right). 187165425084
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 28/08/2026First bite. Clouds are threatening so I doubt I'll get to see the peak eclipse. But I at least got to see the start. 010
Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentEvan Greer @evangreer.bsky.social · 25/08/2026in a world of JK Rowlings be a Dolly Parton 24107163230
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 16/08/2026Not pictured but seen: A bat chasing bugs A mosquito feasting on me A group of fairly large ants A fat toad hiding under a robot A snake avoiding yard work An Irish wolfhound who just wanted everyone to play with him. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 16/08/2026Critters seen in my backyard during our outdoor movie night. A rosy maple moth A red footed cannibal fly A red spotted purple butterfly 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Delivery van surprised me today with the Vampire's Tale Tarot deck from @abigaillarson.com and Sasha Graham (not sure if she's on this site). Love the deck and the book. Great art, great quality and feel to each of the cards. A nice addition to my collection. 0555
Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentJosh Michtom @rsgat.bsky.social · 07/08/2026This is just to say I have eaten the sailors that were in the ship and which you were probably saving for Ithaca Forgive me they were delicious so sweet and so Greek 9980261
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Re: the discourse around this movie... We don't need art and media to be a line in the sand or a hill to die on. Enjoy it, or don't. There will be more art created; something will eventually speak to you. Just keep you mind and heart open to the opportunities. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 02/08/2026I thought that Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, and Samantha Morton killed their scenes. They didn't have a lot of the movie but they gave it their all. The Circe scenes especially... oof, I get grossed out thinking about it. 210
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 02/08/2026Saw the Odyssey today. It was good, fine even. I don't know what the big fuss is. They hit the right story bits, everything and everyone was gorgeous, a perfectly fine adaptation. I'd give this a 3.5 outta 5. 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 12/07/2026In light of recent US politician obituaries, I present a Toad in a Hole. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026I think it's worth a ticket and a concession item or two. Plus, theaters are usually good on AC, so it's a good chance to get out of the heat. Support your local theaters and get the popcorn. Sit back, enjoy the ride. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Lastly, I didn't really understand the villains' motivations the whole movie. Seemed like an Immortan Joe homage, and not particularly compelling. Probably the weakest point of the movie for me. Don't know, maybe I missed something that will be more obvious on repeat views. 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026I didn't get the inclusion of Lobo. He didn't add much to the actual plot. It was fun seeing him on the big screen, but I dont know what I was expecting. Definitely a "this week's guest star..." situation. 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026The aliens were all properly weird looking and some of them even seemed moist (a high mark for me). The costuming was pretty cool too in a lot of cases (and a bit bland in others). 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026I thought the actors all did a great job with the lines they had. I especially enjoyed Milly Alcock's take on Kara Zor-El. Hurt, traumatized, a bit feral, but still good. I hope she gets more chances to build on the role in future DC projects. 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Enjoyed the new Supergirl movie last night. I had a good time with it. Was it capital C cinema? No. Was it a fun ride? I thought so. I give it a 3 out of 5. Spoiler-free thoughts below... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Woke up early today to catch the sun rise on my birthday. I'm not doing anything more special than that. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 31/05/2026I love this map design! The fold lines really give it a lived-in feel and gives me some really cool ideas for my own games. All sort of neat little details when you zoom in. 110
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 31/05/2026I agree with your rating. Sometimes, the brain just needs to switch off in a big dark room and absorb the flashy lights and booming noises. 010
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 31/05/2026Caught the Mandalorian and Grogu in the theater tonight. Fun movie, a bit like a roller coaster, or an extended Star Tours experience. Really felt like they smashed 6 episodes of the show into a 2 1/2 hour movie. Was it essential? No, but I had fun. 010
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Me: I think I'll eat my breakfast at the counter today. Dog: Our breakfast. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 09/05/2026And the clematis bloomed pretty crazy this year. I think we had one blossom last year. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 30/04/2026The irises are starting to open. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Fantastic read. Makes me think about every history book I've ever read. If you aren't already subscribed, I believe Defector is running a sale and the $1 for a month is worth a go to give it a try. You can read this story and a lot of others. 042
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 11/04/2026As I was walking g through New York late last night, we saw this really interesting restaurant that we won't have the opportunity to try. It seems like it would be eating in a coloring book. Shirokuro was the name. Maybe it'll be here the next time I visit. 010
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Closing: I highly recommend you see the show. I wasn't disappointed and I dont think you would be either. 000
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026The Palace Theatre was a good, cozy venue to watch the performance. Fairly straightforward entry and exit, never felt like it was over crowded though I'm sure it was sold out, or close to it. ... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026The music was really well done. Several of the actors had to play on stage and did a great job handling their instruments. Yes, even Sax Guy. I don't know if they were mimicking playing or not, but they seemed like they were actually playing during the performance. ... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026The set design was also fun and fairly technical. Lots of floor drops, level changes. They made great use of the space. Everything was shadowed and grimy with just the right level of disrepair in places. I'm sad I couldn't get any photos of the set, but I have real vivid memories... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026All of the performers killed. I don't feel like anyone was doing a straight-up impersonation of the movie actors. They all brought something different to their characters but hitting the important beats. ... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Act 2 was great! The whole damned show was great A few thoughts on the show overall... 100
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 10/04/2026At the Lost Boys on Broadway. Great set, great music. Performers are killing it! Act 1 done, waiting for Act 2. Yes, there was a Sax Man in Act 1. He was phenomenal. 100
Reposted by Failed State of EnlightenmentDan Immergluck @danimmergluck.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Brutal. 393944018
Failed State of Enlightenment @fsoenlightenment.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Spring blooms at sunset in my yard. 000