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Never Say Never, Emma Stone, and Why I May Have to Leave

August 30, 2024

I spend the day arguing with myself about whether I am too intense, too dark, and too exposed to be accepted as a leader here. Emma Stone, Trump, my book, and the dream of serving people all stay in the frame, but so does the fear that publishing honestly could get me destroyed. By the end, the day becomes a real question about whether I should keep pushing or quit and leave Sri Lanka entirely.

The frame is from a YouTube video titled "Scouted: Siberian Fashion Model Casting | Op-Docs" by The New York Times. It features two individuals in an indoor setting, likely engaging in an interview. The woman on the left, wearing a black shirt with graphic text, is looking intently at the other person, who has long brown hair and is dressed in a dark top. They appear to be seated on a couch, and their expressions suggest a thoughtful conversation. The subtitle on the screen reads, "Do you have hopes?" indicating a deep or reflective question being posed. The scene suggests an intimate, possibly personal dialogue, focused on aspirations or future ambitions. The lighting is soft, and the background has a textured wall, adding to the cozy, informal atmosphere of the setting. - Title: "Scouted: Siberian Fashion Model Casting | Op-Docs" - Channel / profile: "The New York Times" - Site / app: "YouTube" - Captions / subtitles: "Do you have hopes?"
5:00 PM

ABBA’s “Money, Money, Money”

5:00 p.m.

Abba - Money, Money, Money (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/ETxmCCsMoD0

[Verse 1]

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Ain't it sad?

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[Outro]

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5:00 PM (b)

Lyrics About Flirting With Someone Too Young

5:00 p.m.

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Ah, but girl, you're only a child

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Flirt a little, maybe

Does your mother know that you're out?

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5:15 PM

An ATM Germ Joke and Mr Schwarzberg Figuring It Out

5:15 p.m.

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6:15 PM

Memorizing Dance Moves and Loving the Movie

6:15 p.m. (b)

I can't really dance. But I can pretend to pretty well. By memorizing those moves. She's so cool. I love this movie.
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6:30 PM

Calling Her a Favorite Actress

6:30 p.m. (b)

She's so talented

She's my favorite actress by far
The image captures a scene from a YouTube video titled "I grew a Mcdonalds #2 meal" hosted on the channel Lifebymikeg. In this indoor setting, two rows of mason jars are neatly arranged on a kitchen countertop. Each jar contains a variety of pickled vegetables, showcasing different types of homemade pickles. The jars have blue labels with handwritten descriptions and dates, such as "Salt + Pepper Pickles 7/16," "Blessed + Buttered," and "Kimchi 8/17." The pickles vary in color and type, featuring cucumbers, onions, and other vegetables, some in brine with herbs or spices. The warm lighting of the kitchen highlights the vibrant colors of the pickles and details of the jars, creating an inviting atmosphere. In the background, various kitchen items such as pots and pans are visible, implying a homey and practical environment. The video seems to focus on food preservation techniques, particularly the art of pickling, as part of a creative culinary project. - Title: "I grew a Mcdonalds #2 meal" - Channel / profile: "Lifebymikeg" - Site / app: "YouTube"
12:00 AM

McDonald’s as a Favorite Restaurant and School Lunch Promise

11:45 p.m. (b)

Wow. This is cool. McDonald's is my favorite restaurant. It's very hard to compete and compare. But it just is.

For me. It's just a personal choice.

I find the pickle in my cheeseburger.

If you vote me in, you're bringing McDonald's back

And I'd be delighted, f***ing ecstatic to eat it on Mondays with the kids in primary and secondary schools here
The image is a screenshot from a YouTube video titled "Johnnie's Iconic Italian Beef Is A Delicious Mess Of Beef And Gravy | Legendary Eats | Insider Food" published by the channel Insider Food. The scene depicts a close-up of a person preparing an Italian beef sandwich. The person is wearing a glove on one hand and is using the other hand to hold a knife, slicing into the sandwich, which is filled with juicy beef. The sandwich is placed on a counter, and there is a metal surface in the background, suggesting a kitchen or food preparation area. The lighting is bright, highlighting the textures of the bread and meat. On-screen text is present, with captions reading, "It's gonna hide all the flavor that we have in our juice," indicating a discussion about the cooking process. The scene captures the essence of food preparation, focusing on the technique and ingredients used in making the sandwich. The visual emphasis on the sandwich and the care taken in its preparation highlights its culinary appeal.
12:00 AM (b)

The Bear and Pauline Visiting the Place

11:45 p.m. (c)

The Bear!

I saw Pauline had gone there to see the place

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