Quote of the moment
That one is not a quote, but more like a whole short written transmission of what was said by Sojourner Truth at the Women's Convention in Akron, Ohio, in 1851, about female oppression.
Ain't I a woman? - Sojourner Truth
"Well, children, where there is so much racket there must be something out of kilter. I think that 'twixt the negroes of the South and the women at the North, all talking about rights, the white men will be in a fix pretty soon. But what's all this here talking about?
That man over there says that women need to be helped into carriages, and lifted over ditches, and to have the best place everywhere. Nobody ever helps me into carriages, or over mud-puddles, or gives me any best place! And ain't I a woman? Look at me! Look at my arm! I have ploughed and planted, and gathered into barns, and no man could head me! And ain't I a woman? I could work as much and eat as much as a man - when I could get it - and bear the lash as well! And ain't I a woman? I have borne thirteen children, and seen most all sold off to slavery, and when I cried out with my mother's grief, none but Jesus heard me! And ain't I a woman?
Then they talk about this thing in the head; what's this they call it? [member of audience whispers, "intellect"] That's it, honey. What's that got to do with women's rights or negroes' rights? If my cup won't hold but a pint, and yours holds a quart, wouldn't you be mean not to let me have my little half measure full?
Then that little man in black there, he says women can't have as much rights as men, 'cause Christ wasn't a woman! Where did your Christ come from? Where did your Christ come from? From God and a woman! Man had nothing to do with Him.
If the first woman God ever made was strong enough to turn the world upside down all alone, these women together ought to be able to turn it back , and get it right side up again! And now they is asking to do it, the men better let them.
Obliged to you for hearing me, and now old Sojourner ain't got nothing more to say."
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Yeah, I'm frankly scared out of my wits for next year - I'm going from a 3-course load to 5, and I've heard my Uni's Intro to Business course is a ton of work. Hopefully my past experience with business planning and stuff will help me out.
Yup, that's essentially it. Nuuu~! Don't bribe me, I still haven't given you the reward art for gettin' your cafe job. >w<
It's pretty fun, and I hope that when I improve again, I'll be able to get some higher prices for my art.
Sure thing, then, CHOGI it is! I do love 'im, kinda to the point where I wanna draw up some art to give him a more "human" look. What do you think he would look like if he were a real person?
Ha ha, no worries on procrastinating, I'm kinda doing it too... I'm supposed to write a reportage on some cultural event or something that I've taken part in, but I haven't been in any sort of cultural event. I mean, I volunteer to coach a speaking class, but that's not really "cultural"...
Hey~!
It's great to hear from you again! I figured you were busy, ha ha, so no worries! I'm actually quite glad to hear it - it means your real life is takin' an up-turn! :3
I'm happy to hear you've got your job, and I can completely understand your work load! I've got a few projects due myself, but since it's mid-term season here, my profs are getting a tad sparser on their homework. But only for the next week, then it's back to back-breaking.
No worries on the CHOGI! If you can't make it, it's completely fine! >w<
We could always start again, too, ha ha!
Hop everything for ya goes well!
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Mouse
PS: Thanks 'bout the avi - I opened up a bribe shop so I'm getting some pretty good items now. XD
CONGRATZ ON YOUR JOB~!!!!!
For that - you need some artz. :3 For free, 'course - I don't think I have the heart to charge you. XD Just let me know what avi or OC you want me to draw and I'll get crackin'.
I'll definitely see you on Monday, then - it'll likely be later in the day. I'm on Campus from 8:30 to 4:30. TwT
But 'tis good - I have a 2 hour break.
I'm relatively poor in the gold-area, too. I'm hoping to either do some vending or open a cheaper artshop (5k per waist-up type thing) and hope for lotsa tips. XD
Hey, hey~!
I'm good! :3
Ha ha, I know - I'm sorry for my absolutely late response to it. TwT
Well, technically, "Mouse" isn't really in there - it's "Muse", but it is close enough. I'm thinking of changing it again and going for RADI0 Mouse or something. Use a "0" instead of an "O". I don't like it, but it's the only way to have it...
Oh, noes - hopefully you warm up soon! Um, um... I'd rub your shoulders, but I don't think I can do that over the internet...
wat the ******** r u wearing its weard...DONATE... i mean who wear an underwear on his head... 10k... weard ...pls... like my avi?...
Alright! Best of luck! *sprinkles good-luck dust*
Well, next week will be interesting... Three of the... well... three normal office workers are gone. One manager is going to leave half-way through the week and the other one just got back from 2 weeks of vacation.
It'll likely be either extremely quiet, or extremely hectic.
Ha ha, no worries! Your advice to me so far as been more than I could ask for. :3
I'll definitely have to check it out.
I'm glad to hear it! Go get 'em, Misty~!
My cold's almost gone, now. Thank you for asking! It's just a few coughs here and there, but aside from that and the sexy raspy voice I have, it's pretty much gone. :3
Chocolate always helps...
But that does suck. I know my University has an emergency grant/loan office that can help you out in a pinch. I'm sure Montreal does, too.
If they give you problems, tell them forcefully to back off - verbally and firmly. Do not engage them in any way, but stand your ground and do the "rip your eye out" glare and tell them to "back off". I've done it before and it's a life saver. You can always make things go better - and you sound as though you're in a bad enough position as it is. If you don't like it, you can sure as hell change it, darling. I know you've got it in you. :3
No worries, no worries - next week won't be too hectic at work for me, I think. I hope, at least... The office will be mostly empty, so it'll either be completely quiet or completely hectic.
Nice, nice! I'll have to add that to my list to watch.
Seriously - everyone I know is either connected to or has moved to Vancouver. It's like the culmination of awesome. :3
Egads, girl - take good care of yourself! *branishes finger* I have enough of a time trying to get my boss to eat her lunch on time! XD
Sure, I'd love to. Mind, I might not get back until tomorrow about it and I might not be able to give it a really good look-over. I've never written great cover letters. >_>
Well, I hope your bad news isn't too bad. If you ever need to talk, I'm here for you. Don't forget to drink that water - it might help. heart
Hey, you~! Just a heads up: I'm at work for another hour and a half, so I may not be able to respond quickly or at all. DX
Summer colds are evil, but at least I'm able to stand and function. Unfortunately, that means I have to work. But it's better than being bedridden for sure!
I actually plan to move to Vancouver once I'm financially free and all. :3 It'll be awesome.
Ha ha, yeah. Fortunately, with leveraging and whatnot in Forex, you can trade on a ratio of 200:1. Take your dollar, and make it 200, essentially. Unfortunately, that also magnifies the risk, but that's okay. So long as you do things right and without emotional attachment, you'll be fine. :3
I haven't seen it, yet, actually. The only movies I've really seen are Star Trek, Transformers and... something else I can't remember. XD
It's a lot of fun if you've got the right group of friends. :3
Oh, sweet - that sounds like an awesome idea! I'm actually planning to move out to Vancouver once I'm set financially and all. I'm excited! ^w^
Ha ha, yeah - I find it hard to concentrate on it, too. It's not unbearingly bad, but it certainly pushes known limits. XD
I know what you mean - even with that previously mentioned art order from Kitsune, a commissioned piece that's been sitting on my desk for a while and all my other crap, I'm kinda feeling meh about it all.
But then again, I have a cold and I'm sleep-deprived.
So that's likely why. After this weekend, I should feel much better. :3
Ha ha, thank you!
I don't know where I saw that, but it's been stuck in my head for a while. I think I'll make it into a theme for something once I finish all my group art auctions and I feel confident hosting one. XD
G'night! It's great to hear from you again!