welcome

cuz this is the best i could do myself

and then they made us clean it all up (with help from the janitors because we were small kids and couldn't even reach everything, we had like thrown toilet paper high up and stuff) and they were very nice about it and there was no further punishment or mention of it again

and the things i took from this experience were:

i never trashed any shared or public space ever again in my life, even in the smallest way

i developed great respect for janitors which i have kept to this day

i think there are a lot of people who could benefit from this sort of experience.

our society often has so many problems not only because we insulate some people from the implications of their actions, but also because instead of facing them with those implications, we impose outside "punishments" that are often unrelated to the original wrongdoing.

like if they had not done what they did with us, and instead had just taken away our recess and made us do something boring and unpleasant, we wouldn't have learned what we did and we would have just learned that we need to get better at avoiding getting caught, which is generally how people respond to punishments that are divorced from explanations of how and why what you did was wrong and hurt people. if instead you confront people with those things, they will change of their own accord.

some adults out there are like full-grown children who never learned this stuff. but the solution isn't harsh punishment like putting them in jail and mistreating them there, the solution is that people need to be sat down with the people who are harmed by their actions and then they can work together to undo the damage, and see firsthand how hard it is.

★ happy sagittarius season! ➶ ★ 11/22 - 12/21 ★ sagittarius, you’re the spark that lights up every room, the wanderer who dreams of distant horizons, and the truth-seeker who isn’t afraid to ask life’s big questions. your boldness inspires others to step outside their comfort zones, and your optimism turns even the darkest days into an adventure.

you remind us all to laugh a little louder, dream a little bigger, and live a little freer. your heart is as expansive as the universe you adore exploring, and your fire burns with passion, curiosity, and courage. thank you for teaching us that life is meant to be experienced fully and without hesitation.

★ keep shining, sagittarius—you’re a force of nature, and the world is brighter because of you. ★ ★ ways to celebrate sagittarius season:

⭑ embrace adventure. go on a road trip, explore new hiking trails, or plan a spontaneous outing. if traveling isn’t an option, watch travel vlogs or cook something inspired by a place you want to visit.

⭑ expand your mind. read a book about philosophy, spirituality, or a topic that excites you. dive into astrology, explore new belief systems, or try learning a few words of a new language.

⭑ spend time outdoors. go stargazing, camping, or just take a walk in nature. sagittarius thrives in open spaces, so breathe in some fresh air and let yourself feel free.

⭑ dream big. reflect on where you’re headed and set big-picture goals. write down what you’re grateful for and visualize what you want to manifest next.

⭑ get social. host a game night, throw a cozy bonfire party, or just hang out with friends for some laughs and good conversation.

⭑ try something new. whether it’s a new workout, creative hobby, or even just a different playlist, sagittarius loves fresh experiences.

⭑ indulge in freedom. take a day to do whatever you feel like—no plans, no obligations, just go with the flow.

⭑ celebrate the fire energy. light some candles, make mulled wine or hot cocoa, and cozy up by the fire.

⭑ connect with the stars. spend a night under the sky reflecting on life’s bigger picture. look for constellations and let the universe inspire you.

⭑ give back. share your knowledge or skills with others, or support a cause you believe in. sagittarius energy loves spreading positivity and wisdom. so excited for my b-day, it's 12/21 :3c