Bastet’s Human
@bastetshuman.bsky.social
Canadian Twitter refugee, childfree cat lady with all that implies. This isn’t the tolerant left anymore.
created November 11, 2024
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Mike Davis • Feed After Midnight (@mjdavis1988.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Let’s make sure the Epstein victims get the attention they deserve. REPOST all the Epstein/Trump content you see and make it trend! #Epstein #ReleaseTheEpsteinFiles #Trump-Epstein mdavis19881.substack.com/p/epstein-xi...
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Bookmarking these to get on a wait list for e-copies at my (tiny, limited licenses) library. Hopefully by the time I get them, I’ll have better concentration. I miss losing myself in a great tale in a magical land.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’ve been done with chemo for 9 months but still doing immunotherapy and just can’t regain my concentration to read. It’s killing me tbh. What’s your best read so far this year? Especially fantasy.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Loved him in shows & movies but mostly for his soothing voice in Exhibit A - the Canadian version of Forensic Files. I fell asleep to Graham Greene’s voice every night for years.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Romantic? Princess Bride soundtrack. 80s nostalgia? Brothers In Arms. Technical detail? Sultans of Swing. Melancholy? Your Latest Trick, Why Worry Now. Happy bop? Money For Nothing. Etc ad nauseum
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I have a hundred “favourite songs” to match 100 moods, but if I was restricted to one artist for the rest of my life, it’d be Mark Knopfler and I’d lose nothing in the deal.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
The same complaint with scent. I don’t care what it “evokes”. It could turn people into werewolves for all I care. What does it smell like? What ingredients are used? What are the top, mid & base notes?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes. Why discuss or explain when you can just peace out when someone doesn’t immediately agree with you? I would have been happy to exchange views with someone who has more “boots on the ground” info but I didn’t pass your purity (or servility?) test. This is why USians are bleeding allies 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
People who DO appreciate his mockery equate it to him being a good candidate or even governor but maybe some do? I certainly wouldn’t say one equals the other!! I’ve literally said I don’t think he’s a good candidate for anything.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
It doesn’t matter what I or the rest of the world sees (because I see non-USian *and* USian comments saying they do see it) because we don’t have a vote. But this particular method hasn’t been tried, & not a lot of people in power seem to have other ideas, so why not try? I’ve also not seen…
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Don’t get me wrong. I’m not a fan, but he’s the only one using mockery to highlight the ridiculousness and unhinged unprofessionalism that they love seeing from trump but not from him. I don’t think Gavin’s a good candidate for anything. But if he can be useful in some small way 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
You don’t believe it’s spotlighting how demented trumps tweets (etc) are, how hypocritical maga, GOP & a lot of media has been to have normalized it? When they call GN’s tweets childish, unprofessional, unhinged, even by Fox? Maybe USians aren’t twigging to the hypocrisy but internationally? Yes
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
PLENTY of USians are in favour of Newsom’s mocking of trump - it’s something at least. I don’t even have a voice in the US. So if I want to appreciate someone, anyone, in any position of power standing up to trump, I will. I’m sorry that’s not pure enough for your sanctimonious judgment 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
You have absolutely zero idea how I protest. And right now I’m busy protesting USA for MY country. You can all fix your own damn mess. Especially with the performative hair-trigger attacking of anyone not pure enough for you.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
So you assume my nationality, my politics, my meaning and my gender… all incorrectly. I can see why USians are bleeding allies.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Enlighten me. Where did I finger wag for “refusing to support” him? Since when is appreciation of his mocking trump “supporting him”? Since the person I responded to also agreed the trolling was well done? My point was one can enjoy the trolling *without* supporting him a a candidate to anything
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m going to type this slowly for you. I’m NOT USIAN. I’m not a fan girl. I don’t support Newsom. I don’t like him or 90% of your politicians, even Dems. I simply find his mocking of trump amusing & it serves a purpose of shining a spotlight on the hypocrisy of those who accept it from trump.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m not defending him you soggy poptart. I said I enjoyed his trolling. Which YOU ALSO AGREED was well done You don’t seem to read other posts or comments This is why the rest of the world is pretty much over USians purity politics. You attack people who agree w/you if they’re not servile to you
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Who TF do you think I’m “supporting”???? Saying I find his mockery amusing isn’t “supporting” him. I’m not even USian. I don’t even like 90% of your Dems. I’m sorry my observation hurt your feelings but it doesn’t change the fact your comment did strike exactly that note 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
if he were going to respect Congress’s authority he wouldn’t have played TACO tariff roulette for months. That’s even been judged illegal but law & order is so weakened under trump, they’re staying the order for months for him. Not even pausing them while he appeals. Because laws don’t apply 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
😂 It’s the passive aggressive, cobra-chicken Air Force, Bill of Rights, Charter of Rights & Freedoms Canadian in me. I’m more appreciative of those every day lately. & at least here I don’t get personally attacked & stalked like on xitter
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I can’t find Tapper’s regretfully written tome about trumps health and the cover-up. Can someone send me a link to it?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
It may not be your intention, but this comments just screams “we’ve tried nothing, and we’re all out of ideas!” Why NOT push back in a less church lady way? Why NOT show his followers (& mainstream media, pundits & other Dems) the hypocrisy they’ve been involved in by enabling trump’s behavior?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Since I’m 🇨🇦 i don’t count but I’m enjoying his mocking of trump. I can both enjoy his attempt to make GOP see how pathetic & hypocritical they are while *also* thinking he’s not a truly good person to lead a state, much less a country - at the same time. A case of enjoying the little things?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
For the visuals… but I cried my way through an entire box of tissue during that movie so I guess it depends on if you’re a happy or mopey high
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Shouldn’t this be tagged for partial noodity? 😱 🫣
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
“Unusual”?!?!?!?! JFC And correct me if I’m wrong, but doesn’t USA use indentured slave labour (eg prisoners) to fight fires when they decide it’s advantageous to them?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I think the major difference is that every other nation that has tragedies tries to prevent the same thing happening again. The USA insists on doing nothing. When I was a kid our gun was unlocked in the truck too. Now it needs a trigger lock (& licensing etc) and I’m absolutely ok with that.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m sorry, & I am not happy or sanctimonious when I say this, but most of the rest of the world saw it his first term. The utter shock & horror we felt when *even more* people voted for him the 2nd time cannot be underestimated. It’s why so much of the rest of the world is willing to let USA burn
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
So your answer is to spread more negativity? Even on days when I can’t see a silver lining or a light at the end of the tunnel, I don’t use what little energy I have left to shit on others who aren’t as low as I am in that moment.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I *have* multiple guns in my house. But they’re in a gun save. With trigger locks. And separately locked ammo. And I have training and a license. They’re partially right. It’s not “the guns”. It’s their utter lack of effort to make them a safe tool instead of a fetishized toy for all.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Man uses his platform to publicly inspire *millions*, never mind what he does privately, and you belittle it? Can’t wait to hear all you’re doing… I’m sure it’s equally as impactful, right? If I were him, I’d block your negativity too.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I have a crystal sun-catcher in my bedroom window and it does the same. But Bastet just loves to look at the shiny spots
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
They tell you true Gonzo. I can’t vouch for their honesty when it comes to some of the demerits on your Behavior Reports though.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
What Dreams May Come. Robin Williams in a non comedic role he just nails pitch perfect
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Bastet took this one all my herself. Stepping on iPad trying to turn in cat tv or fishy game.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I forget… is. Gravy Seal the elite arm of Meal Team Six, or fo I have that backward?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Your comments reads as if I’m supposed to feel bad? So they didn’t cause as much damage as the *could* have? So “conspiracy to commit murder” should get a slap on the wrist because no one actually got hurt and they just had the *possibility* of getting dead? Please.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Spare room’s made up. Porch light’s on.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Vegas is (was) an exceptionally popular Bach/bachelorette destination for Canadians all through wedding season, including May-Oct
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Can someone explain to this Canadian WHY? I mean, I know it’ll be stupid, cruel or performative, but what reason are they hiding behind to forcibly contain someone illegally?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Look, I’m not saying you sound a tad bitter or jealous (“that woman”? Really?) but yeah, you’re either jealous or a hater. There’s LOTS of things I don’t care for but I don’t go on line to complain about other people loving it & wanting more & the creator giving it to them & I’m not even a fan 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
New pfp for OnlyPeets™️
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Curled peets are precious
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Canada is with you in spirit!
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Even when she’s mad at you and ignoring you (performatively) Dandy loves her dad. She *chose* you, remember? The Cat Distribution System doesn’t make mistakes
Rachel Maddow (@maddow.msnbc.com) reposted
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News Eye (@newseye.bsky.social) reposted
NEW: Wearing masks, no ID, unmarked & blacked out cars, refusing to say what agency they’re from and using profanity with any press & public nearby. This was at 14th & R in Washington DC, this morning (Sunday). What the hell is happening to the US? (🎥 Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff, Washington Post)
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social)
I hope he cc’d the delegation of New England governors & politicians that came to Atlantic canada last month to tell us how they value us & miss us & they respect us 🙄 Anyone who wants to answer his arrogant solicitation can email him at joseph.martin@legislature.maine.gov
Matt 🇨🇦 (@mattpark10.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Senator Joseph E. Martin from Maine should probably get some letters about this. His email is: joseph.martin@legislature.maine.gov
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m not USian so I don’t count but are you saying Dems equate enjoying his trolling & new attitude & plans to fight back to actually backing him for a presidential run??? Can people not just enjoy what he’s doing & wish other Dems were as bold?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Dad, dad, dad! Do you see me ignoring you? Do you? Dad, I’m ignoring you! Watch me ignore you. No one does grudges like a cat.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Am I supposed to be offended? Sad? What reaction are you fishing for? You were being hypocritical and got called on it and can’t handle any criticism. Ok 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice to see Dandy’s study of emotional manipulation is continuing apace. She’s quite bright. That’s advanced “plaintive guilt” for sure. An advanced level area of study.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’d still fail though because my coffee order, in most specialty coffee places, include “what word do I use for ‘medium’? And do you have an iced mocha coffee that doesn’t include 18 spoons of sugar or half a bottle of syrup?” I’m intimidated by coffee order menus lol
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
So it’s be tacky & demeaning if YOU use it, but not when others use it to you… you realize how bonkers that sounds right? And, dude, you’re the one who needs to touch grass if you’re shitting on anyone’s efforts to avoid misunderstandings or make communication easier. That includes your own.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Please tell me you’re kidding you’re offended someone makes an effort to clarify meaning via text on social media? A method of communication notorious for misunderstanding & lack of tone? Using /s is “demeaning” bUt tHiS iSn’T? Go ahead & be offended I guess. Since you’re apparently trying to be
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Including “please” and “thank you”? Or are those “free squares”?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
With word count available for a please & thank you.
Loudoun County Animal Services (@animals.loudoun.gov) reposted
Today’s a big day—brave little Rebar is on the adoption floor! Found tangled in razor wire, she’s endured surgeries, a tail and toe amputation, and infections, purring through it all. Now healed, this fighter is ready for her forever home. Meet her at the shelter 11–6 and ask about adopting Rebar!
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I thought that was the case but couldn’t remember clearly from my admittedly limited chat room experience of “back in the day” lol. I wonder why it’s not common on more social media platforms today?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
It’s a long-accepted symbol on Reddit. /s has meant sarcasm as long as I’ve been there, so over 8 years
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Riiiiight. That’s why Lucipurr picks her blogged out collar with the bell when I lay out her wardrobe options Luci also has the option of going nude but 80% of the time she’ll pick out a collar and literally bring it to me to be put on. Some cats don’t mind collars and some even like bells.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
When media/democratic politicians are arguing semantics and saying what they “Will do” or are “considering doing” (which they never actually do), it just reinforces the idea he can do what he wants and people normalize it and play by the rules he breaks every day with impunity
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
This is just waaaaaay too appropriate almost every day
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Can I just smile at cats? If I smile at people they try to talk to me, and that’s too people-y for me most days.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Bastet will meow at me a few times and try to hers me towards the bed but isn’t too bossy about it. But it’s nice that she reminds me I *should* be going to bed on a more regular schedule. And as soon as the light is turned out, she curls up next to me for the night.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Gonzo, sweetie… you put the wrong end in Dades spagbetty Better luck next time
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
TBH, I wasn’t assuming *she* was racist but was making some kind of point but it doesn’t read well.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m sorry if I’m misunderstanding but this makes it sound like you think a different skin colour is as equally disqualifying as having different values & morals? I truly hope I’m reading that wrong because otherwise, holy F what a racist statement.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Moreso than you 🤷 What’s your bitter little problem with historical women?
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Wow. That’s a busy day!! She needs a good nights sleep now while you’re at work :)
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Even I, from a different generation and not even close to a boxing fan, could get that quite right lol
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
✨ ROAD TRIP ✨ 😻🥳🚗
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I’m actually afraid to ask her lol. And my Jeep is a manual. But as her indentured servant, it’s my job to drive her anywhere she decides to go. & if it’s to defend Gonzo, it’d also be my honour
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
when a real person starts pushing this info out in places its likely to be seen instead of assuming people are suddenly & inexplicably searching for things they don’t know, I’ll watch that instead. You don’t know what you don’t know & once it’s brought to your attention you can investigate further
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
LOTS of people play cart bowling (push the cart from 10-20’ away to see if you can line it up & get it into the right spot) but always go finish the job when they don’t get a “strike” or perfect placement. Otherwise It’s rude and no one is paid to deal with purposeful or disrespectfully caused chaos
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
That’s a “feature nail” in manicure terms. She’s fancy ✨
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
That counts as returning. At least in Canada where corrals are covered for bad weather etc. but you have to push it all the way in and not just shove it in the general vicinity of the cart return corral.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Having a very arthritic parent & now having back issues myself, I still expect if you’re mobile enough not to require handicapped parking, you can return the cart. If a cart left near a handicapped parking spot it’s understandable since the corral is usually far. Otherwise order curbside pickup
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
You literally just said the equivalent about the carts so forgive me if I *really* doubt this statement.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
So your official position is to obey in advance? Because *checks notes* you’re tired of hearing him whine about it? Seems like his firehose of bullshit is working exactly as planned 🤷 USians capitulating because of whining… wow.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Bastet wants to know if you’d like backup. She’s intimidating
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I can’t believe I was lucky enough to be awake and on line when Matt first came to Twitter to say “ummmm so what do I do with this???” Lol
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Happiest of birthdays Dandy! thank you for the joy you bring to all of us as you provide the extra love & adventure to Matt & Spike’s life they didn’t even know they were missing. We’re honoured to be along for the journey.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
How does that charming USian idiom go?…. “Hit dogs holler”? It’s this aggressive attitude that has the rest of the world just giving up the self-proclaimed “not like MAGA USians” & focusing on how to deal with the country as a whole since most of “the good ones” are this unpleasant & combative 🤷
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I read they took Dean Cain. So…. Yeah, no… hardly “the best of the best”
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
I actively look for protests and demonstrations by people who say they’re fighting. And other than very sporadic big one day protests, there’s no plans of general strikes, rolling daily big protests, sit ins at local/state gov offices, etc. and that’s what it’s going to take apparently
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social)
New resistance anthem just dropped fb.watch/BjLZZlLCXU/? (Someone said it reminded them of Phony King of England from Disney Robin Hood, and I agree)
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Narrator: feeling mallaise? Maybe new & improved Hellocobber™️ is right for you! (Don’t ask Momb or Dade). Even better than biting butts for when you need a pick-me-up. Try Hellocobber™️ today!
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Dandy has entered her (very very baby young) adult stage of staring at, and protecting the household from, ghosties
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
You need real diplomats everywhere. Canada hates the US ambassador so much that every time he opens his mouth he has millions of Canadians recommitting to boycotting USA travel & purchases. He’s condescending, insulting, smarmy, a trump lackey and a liar.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Of course there are always exceptions and I’m too well trained by my own cats to even think of arguing with another furry overlord, even if it is a little tiny baby
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Another case where the idiom is a propos… “Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good” This is better than doing *nothing* while wasting 3-4 years during “planning” for a multi million dollar tear down & rebuild
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social)
It strikes me that today’s ICE & trump mafia are NOT like nazi brown shirts. Brown shirts thought they were in the right and wore their uniforms proudly. ICE etc. wear masks and sunglasses. They KNOW they’re in the wrong. Suggests ICE/trump mafia is worse than brown shirts.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Deep breath dad. PSA reminder :
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Cats are awesome migraine nurses. I hope your go-to relief methods work for you! In addition to the kids attentions of course.
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Very valid point
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
If anything, *I’m* the oppressed one in this household. They have the majority lol
Bastet’s Human (@bastetshuman.bsky.social) reply parent
Dude. She picks out a collar when she wants to wear one. My other cat prefers to remain naked. And you comparing it to colonial oppression is just trolling. Or abject ignorance.