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Beaded Berries // Levchuk Art

Magic is like programming. When it's seen as practical and tedious, it's "women's work." When it's seen as academic and intellectual, you get a huge salary and an audience with the king.

Mad Madam Mim was every bit as magical as Merlin, but she didn't have ambitions of--or access to--power. She's a witch.

Wizards are somewhat obsessed with being remembered for something, discovering something, gaining fame, gaining power, etc. Witches are content to stay in their lane and will frequently punish those who start getting a little too big for their britches.

So Witches derive at least some of their power from their Outsiders Perspective, whereas Wizards derive at least some of their power from Knowing Too Much

1929 c. Fabulous Art Deco chandelier. From Art Nouveau and Art Deco Sculpture, FB.

Distinguished by their spotted coat, reminiscent of Dalmatians. These animals are known for their friendliness and affection for people. Aggression is not typical of them; they are calm and reliable companions.

On the ice..😁

René Lalique, Cinq Hirondelles (“Five Swallows”) desk clock—also known as Vol d’Hirondelles—pressed‑molded clear glass with enamel, model introduced in 1920 (Marcilhac no. 761), c. 15 cm high. Collection: Christie's.

In the English-speaking world, it is traditionally sung to bid farewell to the old year at the stroke of midnight on Hogmanay/New Year's Eve.

Costume. Chitons.

Wear blanket. Conquer world.

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I also know Thailand and Sri Lanka have their versions of a lungi as well.

Love him... love mr. cool...

On Shopping While Fat 2: Son of Fat

1920 French chandelier in nickel-plated bronze. From Art Deco, Art Nouveau & 20th Century Decoratif Arts Group, FB.