europe: that place where the state takes away your kids if they don't look enough like you
ya idk whats up with all of that because last i checked 'GYPSIES STEALIN OUR CHILDREN' was a myth i thought ddisappeared in, like, the 18th century or something
then again Greece started all this and greece is a totally mental country
well actually what it is is, greece is a mental country, and then the british tabloids pick up on the story, because 'GYPSIES STOLE MY KID' makes a good headline, and then stupid people, who are fed this racist shit, get paranoid every time they see someone living in a caravan with a blond kid and ring the police
basically as with most problems in this country its a) stupid people and b) Rupert Murdoch which are the root causes
My old school has "No beards or moustaches" as part of its current uniform policy. I'll leave it to you to work out how this is a sensible rule for an all male school.
what are they doing about Movember this year, then?
There's a rather funny joke on the TvT page for Hitler Ate Sugar that goes something like this:
Alice: I think I might go commit genocide.
Bob: You shouldn't do that!
Alice: Why not? Bob: Hitler did that!
Alice: Oh, wow, you're right. Never mind then.
Okay, I admit, that made me laugh out loud.
Anyways, my favorite part of Ivanhoe is the archery duel between Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) and Locksley (Who is actua--nevermind that's a spoiler for the three people who haven't read Ivanhoe.)
Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) carefully aims for the farthest (not furthest) target and almost hits the center (nobody else even got in the inner ring (not the center)). Locksley shoots his arrow without taking time to aim; and his arrow hits two inches closer to the center than the arrow of Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings). Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) takes aim, adjusts for the wind, and his arrow hits right exactly in the perfect center of the target. You, the reader, go all "whoa! it's actually legitimately impossible to do better than that!" Locksley takes, like, a quarter of a second to aim; shoots his arrow, and it frigging splits the arrow of Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings).
King John demands another arrow-duel (and for once, the readers are rooting for him to get what he wants); and Locksley points at a tiny willow wand (a little thicker than a thumb) an absurd distance away, so far it can hardly be seen on the flat horizon, and claims that as the target. Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) says "Sorry, I simply cannot hit that. Nuh-uh, not even my grandpa (who drew a good long bow at Hastings) coulda hit that; that's like asking me to hit a rainbow or a sunbeam, or a wheat straw".
And you, the reader, agree with him; because of crap like the distance making it almost literally impossible to see that little willow wand. Locksley actually prepares his shot this time, replacing the string of his bow; taking deliberate care; and the audience goes all (crap just got REAL) and he shoots. His arrow splits the willow wand.
And so King John is all like, "Holy crap did that just happen?" and procedes to give the silver reward to Locksley; who says "Naw, I dun wan it; Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) coulda hit it if he hadn't decided to suddenly go all modest and not shoot. By the way John, you stink." and hands it to Hubert.
Locksley then blends into the crowd and everyone realizes that they forgot to ask him his real name; because no sane person in heck would have "Locksley" as a real name.
Except it's all done in Walter Scott's writing, so it's better than my report just there.
You are the end result of a “would you push the button” prompt where the prompt was “you have unlimited godlike powers but you appear to all and sundry to be an impetuous child” – Zero, 2022
My old school has "No beards or moustaches" as part of its current uniform policy. I'll leave it to you to work out how this is a sensible rule for an all male school.
what are they doing about Movember this year, then?
Students should take pride in their uniform and be in correct uniform at all times including on the journey to and from school. We consider appearance to be important and ask parents to support us to maintain high standards.
A signed and dated explanatory note is necessary if a boy is unable to meet the requirements set below.
Uniform List ? Black, single-breasted blazer with black buttons and the Pomegranate School badge ? School tie in the colour of the student's house (or a county tie where awarded) ? Plain black formal school trousers (no ‘jean’ style trousers with external sewn pockets). Belts should be black with a plain buckle. ? Plain white shirt worn with the school tie. The top button should be done up and the shirt fully tucked in at all times ? Pomegranate School Polo Shirt (white with school crest) is optional for terms 5 and 6 only and should be worn tucked in. Note: The official Pomegranate School Polo Shirt is the only version permitted ? No visible undershirts should be worn ? Pomegranate black V-necked sweater or smart plain black V-necked sweater. Note: The sweater should not be worn with polo shirts or instead of a blazer ? Plain dark grey or black socks ? Plain black shoes (office shoes), not trainers or trainer type shoes (see shoe guidance document) (NB: Dr. Marten's shoes may be worn; Dr. Marten's boots or any other boots are considered unacceptable) ? A suitable overcoat without large logos.
No hoodies of any kind to be worn as a coat or jumper ? a hoody is defined as a hooded sweatshirt with or without a zipper.
Earrings may not be worn at school as they are considered to be a health and safety risk. No jewellery of any sort is permissible.
Hairstyles should reflect the fact that pupils are at school primarily to work, not to make a fashion statement. Hair should be tidy in style and of a colour natural to the student (shaven or near shaven heads are not acceptable). Long hair should be neatly tied back. Beards and moustaches are not allowed.
Students should take pride in their uniform and be in correct uniform at all times including on the journey to and from school. We consider appearance to be important and ask parents to support us to maintain high standards.
A signed and dated explanatory note is necessary if a boy is unable to meet the requirements set below.
Uniform List ? Black, single-breasted blazer with black buttons and the Pomegranate School badge ? School tie in the colour of the student's house (or a county tie where awarded) ? Plain black formal school trousers (no ‘jean’ style trousers with external sewn pockets). Belts should be black with a plain buckle. ? Plain white shirt worn with the school tie. The top button should be done up and the shirt fully tucked in at all times ? Pomegranate School Polo Shirt (white with school crest) is optional for terms 5 and 6 only and should be worn tucked in. Note: The official Pomegranate School Polo Shirt is the only version permitted ? No visible undershirts should be worn ? Pomegranate black V-necked sweater or smart plain black V-necked sweater. Note: The sweater should not be worn with polo shirts or instead of a blazer ? Plain dark grey or black socks ? Plain black shoes (office shoes), not trainers or trainer type shoes (see shoe guidance document) (NB: Dr. Marten's shoes may be worn; Dr. Marten's boots or any other boots are considered unacceptable) ? A suitable overcoat without large logos.
No hoodies of any kind to be worn as a coat or jumper ? a hoody is defined as a hooded sweatshirt with or without a zipper.
Earrings may not be worn at school as they are considered to be a health and safety risk. No jewellery of any sort is permissible.
Hairstyles should reflect the fact that pupils are at school primarily to work, not to make a fashion statement. Hair should be tidy in style and of a colour natural to the student (shaven or near shaven heads are not acceptable). Long hair should be neatly tied back. Beards and moustaches are not allowed.
I found out (in no particular order) that we might've finally found a new house, that I am not in particularly poor health (I have a relatively common version of acid reflux disease that can mostly be tamed with a pill), and my financial aid will not be cut unless I fail all of my classes or drop out of more than one of them.
What do you have to be doing for earrings to be a health and safety risk, anyway? Not like you see many boys going around with hoops in. Maybe if you're working with jewelery stealing fairies, but I don't recall that being a lesson whilst I was there.
I found out (in no particular order) that we might've finally found a new house, that I am not in particularly poor health (I have a relatively common version of acid reflux disease that can mostly be tamed with a pill), and my financial aid will not be cut unless I fail all of my classes or drop out of more than one of them.
What do you have to be doing for earrings to be a health and safety risk, anyway? Not like you see many boys going around with hoops in. Maybe if you're working with jewelery stealing fairies, but I don't recall that being a lesson whilst I was there.
possibly sports?
someone at my old school (not 'Pomegranate', the one before that) injured his ear because he had a stud in while playing rugby
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Anyways, my favorite part of Ivanhoe is the archery duel between Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) and Locksley (Who is actua--nevermind that's a spoiler for the three people who haven't read Ivanhoe.)
Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) carefully aims for the farthest (not furthest) target and almost hits the center (nobody else even got in the inner ring (not the center)). Locksley shoots his arrow without taking time to aim; and his arrow hits two inches closer to the center than the arrow of Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings). Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) takes aim, adjusts for the wind, and his arrow hits right exactly in the perfect center of the target. You, the reader, go all "whoa! it's actually legitimately impossible to do better than that!" Locksley takes, like, a quarter of a second to aim; shoots his arrow, and it frigging splits the arrow of Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings).
King John demands another arrow-duel (and for once, the readers are rooting for him to get what he wants); and Locksley points at a tiny willow wand (a little thicker than a thumb) an absurd distance away, so far it can hardly be seen on the flat horizon, and claims that as the target. Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) says "Sorry, I simply cannot hit that. Nuh-uh, not even my grandpa (who drew a good long bow at Hastings) coulda hit that; that's like asking me to hit a rainbow or a sunbeam, or a wheat straw".
And you, the reader, agree with him; because of crap like the distance making it almost literally impossible to see that little willow wand. Locksley actually prepares his shot this time, replacing the string of his bow; taking deliberate care; and the audience goes all (crap just got REAL) and he shoots. His arrow splits the willow wand.
And so King John is all like, "Holy crap did that just happen?" and procedes to give the silver reward to Locksley; who says "Naw, I dun wan it; Hubert (whose grandfather drew a good long bow at Hastings) coulda hit it if he hadn't decided to suddenly go all modest and not shoot. By the way John, you stink." and hands it to Hubert.
Locksley then blends into the crowd and everyone realizes that they forgot to ask him his real name; because no sane person in heck would have "Locksley" as a real name.
Except it's all done in Walter Scott's writing, so it's better than my report just there.
I hate when I sleep too long
the journey to and from school. We consider appearance to be important and ask parents to
support us to maintain high standards.
A signed and dated explanatory note is necessary if a boy is unable to meet the requirements set below.
Uniform List
? Black, single-breasted blazer with black buttons and the Pomegranate School badge
? School tie in the colour of the student's house (or a county tie where awarded)
? Plain black formal school trousers (no ‘jean’ style trousers with external sewn pockets). Belts should
be black with a plain buckle.
? Plain white shirt worn with the school tie. The top button should be done up and the shirt fully tucked
in at all times
? Pomegranate School Polo Shirt (white with school crest) is optional for terms 5 and 6 only and should be
worn tucked in. Note: The official Pomegranate School Polo Shirt is the only version permitted
? No visible undershirts should be worn
? Pomegranate black V-necked sweater or smart plain black V-necked sweater. Note: The sweater should
not be worn with polo shirts or instead of a blazer
? Plain dark grey or black socks
? Plain black shoes (office shoes), not trainers or trainer type shoes (see shoe guidance document)
(NB: Dr. Marten's shoes may be worn; Dr. Marten's boots or any other boots are considered
unacceptable)
? A suitable overcoat without large logos.
No hoodies of any kind to be worn as a coat or jumper ? a hoody is defined as a hooded sweatshirt
with or without a zipper.
Earrings may not be worn at school as they are considered to be a health and safety risk. No jewellery of
any sort is permissible.
Hairstyles should reflect the fact that pupils are at school primarily to work, not to make a fashion statement.
Hair should be tidy in style and of a colour natural to the student (shaven or near shaven heads are not
acceptable). Long hair should be neatly tied back. Beards and moustaches are not allowed.
I found out (in no particular order)
that we might've finally found a new house, that I am not in
particularly poor health (I have a relatively common version of acid
reflux disease that can mostly be tamed with a pill), and my financial
aid will not be cut unless I fail all of my classes or drop out of more
than one of them.
So, I'm good, basically.
VERY glad it was only acid reflux and is treatable.
someone at my old school (not 'Pomegranate', the one before that) injured his ear because he had a stud in while playing rugby
someone on tumblr reminded me of this. Blame Emmy, not me.