Guys, come on. You're fighting over politics on a mermaid forum. Can we chill a little before MerNetwork's reputation turns to shit and scare all of the new members again?
Guys, come on. You're fighting over politics on a mermaid forum. Can we chill a little before MerNetwork's reputation turns to shit and scare all of the new members again?
she believed she could, so she did
formerly known as Kalani
I rather agree with this. Lets address the shooter, not the gun. If there were no guns, criminals would just use knives instead. If you take firearms away from law-abiding citizens then the only people who will own them will be criminals.Originally Posted by Lotus the Mermaid
(Formerly known as Æolius)
I don't consider this fighting until it gets personal. Otherwise I think political talk is very interesting and good to see among all communities. It is a source of critical thinking about how our society works, which encourages social progression. I believe that should never be discouraged in any part of our world.
I hadn't seen the apology, but it did get personal between two members. I would just hate to see the forum blow up about something not even related to the community.
she believed she could, so she did
formerly known as Kalani
*laughs manically from gun controlled Canada*
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LMAO
user formerly known as mermaidofthelabyrinth
I used to hate guns. My grandfather was the penultimate "great white hunter". If it breathed air, he would shoot it and throw it in the walk-in freezer in his basement (next to his personal bar that could seat 20.. yeah, Grandpa B was cool in some ways). Both of my older brothers enjoy hunting. Me, I'm the one that catches spiders in the house to release outdoors, stops to help turtles cross the road, and will hold perfectly still hoping a dragonfly lands on my hand. Then, on one of my midnight walks around the local 220+ acre lake I heard coyotes on the trail ahead of me. So yeah, I bought my first shotgun. But don't worry, it's a revolving shotgun - I HAD to get something weird. I also keep a handgun locked in a biometric safe under my bed - but that is reserved solely for the zombie apocalypse.
(Formerly known as Æolius)
It's okay! I'll delete mine too so there's no record of it! I completely understand. You're totally forgiven, of course! No worries. ^-^
P. S. I dunno if I'm the sweetest person in the world. I definitely have my moments. Lol
But thank you! Haha :'>
Last edited by Lotus the Mermaid; 10-19-2015 at 08:14 PM.
Formerly known as Lotus_Blooming
Not a bitch, but just a little something I wanted to write about because I think that's good
This morning I uncovered my parakeet cage to find that my beautiful little bird Haru had passed on during the night. It was so sudden, and he had given me no sign that anything was wrong. I've been absolutely heartbroken through the entire day and I've been breaking down a little, but I suppose thats normal in a time of loss. He's been my best friend, and we had such a strong bond.
Haru's brother (by blood) Rin and I have been adjusting well enough throughout the day. It's not easy losing a loved one but I've learned that it's good to let the tears out for a day and keep on keeping on. I believe that Rin has gotten over the bulk of trauma considering he was in the cage with Haru when he left. Currently Rin has been signing and playing and acting normally, but of course I will keep my eye on him. I'm keeping music on and dancing and talking to him. Rin and I never bonded much at all aside from hopping onto my finger when I tell him to. Maybe now we have a chance to build a friendship!
I haven't talked to many people about his passing because usually people don't think much of pet birds, especially parakeets. I find the looks I get from people when I talk about my birds to be so funny. The obviously don't realize that when I say that the little ones each have their own amazing personalities and characteristic, I'm not some child making these things up. Each bird is truly one of a kind, and any other good bird owner will agree with me whole heartedly. People don't realize how much goes into caring for birds, but the amount of love and attention they need is immense. I love my birds so much and consider them to be a big part of my family.
Anyways, I've just been a lame mood for the day but I wanted to get that little bit out of my system
she believed she could, so she did
formerly known as Kalani
Gun politics, huh? Here's the deal. The reason why gun rights advocates don't budge is that after every shooting, you blame them as if they did it. No. They didn't harm anyone, so don't pin it on the good guys. If someone drowned in a mermaid tail, should all of us be blamed for it (by the way, that is likely how people will react, given how they act when we have a perfect record)? The next thing is everything that has been suggested only affects people who use guns lawfully. In other words, they are trying to punish the innocent. Like anyone, if you declare them the enemy, they will not work with you. If you want to work together to try to make things better, stop treating us as the enemy
I am so sorry to hear that, Kalani.
As a person who cries when my fish die, I can understand your feelings at the passing of your bird.
I am glad you have his brother to help you through this time. I hope you two create your own special bond
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I am sorry for your loss. It hurts when a pet dies. I hope you'll be alright.
Arghhhhhh! It's nearly 12 at night, I'm super tired and I just wanna go to bed but there's an 8foot python in my bedroom :/
I... I'm sorry? Just a random uninvited python..?
Yeahmy cat was acting super skittish and wouldn't go down the stairs and we knew she's only acted like that once before when she found a snake outside. So we looked around and it has settled in behind my TV unit and is now wedged inbetween the stereo. It keeps bearing it's fangs and getting ready to strike when we look at it.
Oh my. I'm trying to suppress my laughter here but the whole situation kind of seems comicalI hope that you get the little, er, big guy and everyone is safe!
May I ask how you got an eight foot python in your room?
she believed she could, so she did
formerly known as Kalani
And update on my side: Rin seems to be doing just fine! I'm worried about leaving him alone for the day to go to class, but I think he'll be fine. He's been eating like a pig (super good sign) and acting fairly normally. Birds know when a flock mate has been lost, so I think we are on the safe side here.
Thank you guys
she believed she could, so she did
formerly known as Kalani
Turn off the TV and stereo. When they cool down it'll probably come out to find a warmer spot.
(Formerly known as Æolius)
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