I had set an alarm so was awake to get the "substitutions" text from safeway, but since delivery wasn't for hours yet I laid back down and dozed for another couple of hours. Yay, semi-decent sleep?
These California Condors Might Be Tending to the Species’ First Egg in the State’s Northern Region in More Than a Century
Experts haven’t confirmed the existence of an egg, but the nesting birds’ behaviors suggest one was laid in early February
The possible egg is cause for celebration. But scientists are also tempering their expectations, because the first egg laid by a newly mated condor pair doesn’t usually survive, as the adults are inexperienced.
This quote from Rick Wilson is so on target, and made me laugh like hell: "Trump has as much historical, diplomatic, geographic, political, and cultural knowledge of the Gulf (and Iran in particular) as the average toaster oven"
Cats love a good shelf
Portland Will Host the International Women’s Sports Film Festival in May
The new festival is a project by Sports Bra founder and CEO Jenny Nguyen.
The Sports Bra famously broadcasts only women’s sports on its televisions. Starting this spring, the Northeast Portland bar will turn its attention to the big screen. The inaugural International Women’s Sports Film Festival will be held at the Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts in downtown Portland on May 1–3. The festival will be dedicated entirely to films about women and nonbinary athletes.
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“The stories of women in sports deserve a permanent and unapologetic platform in film and in culture,” Nguyen said. “While many of these films confront challenges, they also celebrate progress and joy. Each story highlights breakthroughs, representation, and the growing visibility of women athletes who are reshaping the future of sports. Every athlete on screen is a main character, and this festival ensures their voices get the attention they deserve.”
Question of the Day
Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
I'm not really a major fan, though it's interesting to try to figure out just *how* they might be achieving those effects. I've seen a few amateurs perform in person, and televised masters like Penn & Teller on occasion, though don't really go looking for them.
They Joked About Discovering a Forgotten Masterpiece. Now, Experts Say They’re the Unwitting Owners of an Original Rembrandt
“Vision of Zacharias in the Temple” had been removed from the Dutch painter’s oeuvre in the 1960s. But when the owners brought it to the Rijksmuseum, scholars decided to conduct a close analysis
“No art historian had laid eyes on the picture since 1961,” writes Bikker in an article for the Burlington magazine, which explains the new attribution. “Vision of Zacharias in the Temple is an example of a painting that has been mistakenly excluded from Rembrandt’s oeuvre since the mid-20th century on the basis of evaluation using photographic reproductions rather than first-hand examination.”
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50 This or Thats
1. Bagels or donuts?
a good bagel is heaven, but normally probably a doughnut
2. Bar soap or body wash?
I tend to use body wash
3. Being afraid or being embarrassed?
I'd prefer neither, but probably fear is slightly more palatable.
4. Big bash or intimate gathering?
don't do well with crowds, so intimate gatherings are definitely more my speed
5. Board games or video games?
board games for sure
6. Bridgerton or The Crown?
I've actually seen neither. I know a bit about Bridgerton from fannish osmosis, but honestly can't say the same about The Crown. if forced at gunpoint, I guess I'd opt for the latter, as it would be completely new
7. Cardio or weights?
I'm allergic to exercise - and nowadays am not really up for cardio-type exercises so must pick weights, which could at least be vaguely feasible
8. Carpet or hardwood?
hardwood. I grew up with wooden floors
9. Clue/Cluedo or Monopoly?
Clue
10. Cook or do the dishes?
dish (as long as there's a dishwasher). standing to cook is a lot harder for me, so I don't do a lot of that
11. Damp socks or a pebble in your shoe?
damp socks. you can still walk in those, whereas a pebble interferes with moving about
12. Dragons or unicorns?
dragons
13. Family vacation or solo trip?
it's nice to travel with someone(s), but I'd rather go with friends than my actual family members.
14. Fork or spoon?
spoons are much more versatile
15. General admission or assigned seats?
assigned seats - no battles for the 'good ones'
16. Give or receive?
give, normally. I've always had fun trying to find good gifts to give family/friends
17. Hot cocoa or hot cider?
cocoa
18. Iced tea or hot tea?
hot tea, definitely
19. Italian food or Mexican food?
Italian
20. Long car ride or short plane trip?
car rides over planes. I was never fond of flying, and it'd be a lot harder for me physically now
21. Mountains or beach?
mountains
22. Movie candy or popcorn?
movie candy - Jujubes, Junior Mints, etc.? terrific stuff!
23. Musical theater or concert?
musicals
24. Nightlight or no light?
I've always covered my eyes with a folded pillowcase or t-shirt to fall asleep, though I like to have a nightlight in the room so I can see to get about when it's dark
25. Ninja attack or pirate attack?
pirates
26. Outer space or bottom of the ocean?
space, I think
27. Painful truth or comforting lie?
they're both bad in their own way. but I'd rather have the first - bc eventually lies are revealed
28. Pancakes or waffles?
both delicious, but give me pancakes
29. Passion or friendship?
friendship
30. Phone call or text?
for actual communication? phone calls. texts can be great for quick exchanges or to share important (brief) info, but actually talking is superior
31. Pizza or tacos?
pizza
32. Play or concert?
play
33. Playlists or podcasts?
both are good - podcasts for info, but they require paying closer attention, so playlists work better for me when I need to focus (like at work)
34. Puzzles or coloring books?
colouring books
35. Rain or snow?
snow only if I can stay inside warm & view it through the window. rain is better if you must leave the house
36. Ramen or pho?
pho
37. River or lake?
river
38. Roller coaster or Ferris wheel?
ferris wheel - though I am NOT a fan of heights, so probably wouldn't be riding one of those anymore either
39. Roller skates or ice skates?
I roller skated a lot as a kid, and I've only ice skated a couple times, but can't manage either physically anymore
40. Salt or pepper?
salt
41. Singing in the shower or singing in the car?
in the car
42. Skinny fries or thick cut?
depends a bit on my mood (and the quality) but thick cut fries are great
43. Sneezing or coughing?
sneezing, bc it's often done with quicker
44. Snowboarding or skateboarding?
neither, personally. snowboarding if I'm watching it on TV
45. Snowmen or sandcastles?
snowmen
46. Spicy or mild?
mild
47. Street food or fine dining?
street food
48. Subtitles or dubbed?
subtitles
49. Wine or beer?
not a big drinker, but I can appreciate a good beer far more than wines
50. Zoo or aquarium?
zoo
mific linked to this absolutely wonderful Heated Rivalry vid - I instantly played it multiple times. It's stunning (and beautifully crafted) and the ending is perfection.
These California Condors Might Be Tending to the Species’ First Egg in the State’s Northern Region in More Than a Century
Experts haven’t confirmed the existence of an egg, but the nesting birds’ behaviors suggest one was laid in early February
The possible egg is cause for celebration. But scientists are also tempering their expectations, because the first egg laid by a newly mated condor pair doesn’t usually survive, as the adults are inexperienced.
This quote from Rick Wilson is so on target, and made me laugh like hell: "Trump has as much historical, diplomatic, geographic, political, and cultural knowledge of the Gulf (and Iran in particular) as the average toaster oven"
Cats love a good shelf
Portland Will Host the International Women’s Sports Film Festival in May
The new festival is a project by Sports Bra founder and CEO Jenny Nguyen.
The Sports Bra famously broadcasts only women’s sports on its televisions. Starting this spring, the Northeast Portland bar will turn its attention to the big screen. The inaugural International Women’s Sports Film Festival will be held at the Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts in downtown Portland on May 1–3. The festival will be dedicated entirely to films about women and nonbinary athletes.
...
“The stories of women in sports deserve a permanent and unapologetic platform in film and in culture,” Nguyen said. “While many of these films confront challenges, they also celebrate progress and joy. Each story highlights breakthroughs, representation, and the growing visibility of women athletes who are reshaping the future of sports. Every athlete on screen is a main character, and this festival ensures their voices get the attention they deserve.”
Question of the Day
Harry Houdini was born today in 1874. Are you a fan of magic shows? Have you ever seen someone perform close-up magic?
I'm not really a major fan, though it's interesting to try to figure out just *how* they might be achieving those effects. I've seen a few amateurs perform in person, and televised masters like Penn & Teller on occasion, though don't really go looking for them.
They Joked About Discovering a Forgotten Masterpiece. Now, Experts Say They’re the Unwitting Owners of an Original Rembrandt
“Vision of Zacharias in the Temple” had been removed from the Dutch painter’s oeuvre in the 1960s. But when the owners brought it to the Rijksmuseum, scholars decided to conduct a close analysis
“No art historian had laid eyes on the picture since 1961,” writes Bikker in an article for the Burlington magazine, which explains the new attribution. “Vision of Zacharias in the Temple is an example of a painting that has been mistakenly excluded from Rembrandt’s oeuvre since the mid-20th century on the basis of evaluation using photographic reproductions rather than first-hand examination.”
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misbegotten 50 This or Thats
1. Bagels or donuts?
a good bagel is heaven, but normally probably a doughnut
2. Bar soap or body wash?
I tend to use body wash
3. Being afraid or being embarrassed?
I'd prefer neither, but probably fear is slightly more palatable.
4. Big bash or intimate gathering?
don't do well with crowds, so intimate gatherings are definitely more my speed
5. Board games or video games?
board games for sure
6. Bridgerton or The Crown?
I've actually seen neither. I know a bit about Bridgerton from fannish osmosis, but honestly can't say the same about The Crown. if forced at gunpoint, I guess I'd opt for the latter, as it would be completely new
7. Cardio or weights?
I'm allergic to exercise - and nowadays am not really up for cardio-type exercises so must pick weights, which could at least be vaguely feasible
8. Carpet or hardwood?
hardwood. I grew up with wooden floors
9. Clue/Cluedo or Monopoly?
Clue
10. Cook or do the dishes?
dish (as long as there's a dishwasher). standing to cook is a lot harder for me, so I don't do a lot of that
11. Damp socks or a pebble in your shoe?
damp socks. you can still walk in those, whereas a pebble interferes with moving about
12. Dragons or unicorns?
dragons
13. Family vacation or solo trip?
it's nice to travel with someone(s), but I'd rather go with friends than my actual family members.
14. Fork or spoon?
spoons are much more versatile
15. General admission or assigned seats?
assigned seats - no battles for the 'good ones'
16. Give or receive?
give, normally. I've always had fun trying to find good gifts to give family/friends
17. Hot cocoa or hot cider?
cocoa
18. Iced tea or hot tea?
hot tea, definitely
19. Italian food or Mexican food?
Italian
20. Long car ride or short plane trip?
car rides over planes. I was never fond of flying, and it'd be a lot harder for me physically now
21. Mountains or beach?
mountains
22. Movie candy or popcorn?
movie candy - Jujubes, Junior Mints, etc.? terrific stuff!
23. Musical theater or concert?
musicals
24. Nightlight or no light?
I've always covered my eyes with a folded pillowcase or t-shirt to fall asleep, though I like to have a nightlight in the room so I can see to get about when it's dark
25. Ninja attack or pirate attack?
pirates
26. Outer space or bottom of the ocean?
space, I think
27. Painful truth or comforting lie?
they're both bad in their own way. but I'd rather have the first - bc eventually lies are revealed
28. Pancakes or waffles?
both delicious, but give me pancakes
29. Passion or friendship?
friendship
30. Phone call or text?
for actual communication? phone calls. texts can be great for quick exchanges or to share important (brief) info, but actually talking is superior
31. Pizza or tacos?
pizza
32. Play or concert?
play
33. Playlists or podcasts?
both are good - podcasts for info, but they require paying closer attention, so playlists work better for me when I need to focus (like at work)
34. Puzzles or coloring books?
colouring books
35. Rain or snow?
snow only if I can stay inside warm & view it through the window. rain is better if you must leave the house
36. Ramen or pho?
pho
37. River or lake?
river
38. Roller coaster or Ferris wheel?
ferris wheel - though I am NOT a fan of heights, so probably wouldn't be riding one of those anymore either
39. Roller skates or ice skates?
I roller skated a lot as a kid, and I've only ice skated a couple times, but can't manage either physically anymore
40. Salt or pepper?
salt
41. Singing in the shower or singing in the car?
in the car
42. Skinny fries or thick cut?
depends a bit on my mood (and the quality) but thick cut fries are great
43. Sneezing or coughing?
sneezing, bc it's often done with quicker
44. Snowboarding or skateboarding?
neither, personally. snowboarding if I'm watching it on TV
45. Snowmen or sandcastles?
snowmen
46. Spicy or mild?
mild
47. Street food or fine dining?
street food
48. Subtitles or dubbed?
subtitles
49. Wine or beer?
not a big drinker, but I can appreciate a good beer far more than wines
50. Zoo or aquarium?
zoo
mific linked to this absolutely wonderful Heated Rivalry vid - I instantly played it multiple times. It's stunning (and beautifully crafted) and the ending is perfection.
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