So it be my Cakeday
21 2015-04-03 by JamesColesPardon
This used to be a thing in these parts before reddit was destroyed, and this is the first time I've noticed that I'm actually posting on my cakeday.
I created this account a little bit before graduating from grad school and actually did an AMA (now deleted, don't bother looking for it) when AMA actually had regular users participate instead of Woody Harrelson peddling Rampart (props if you get *that).
Anyways, instead of bitching about what reddit has become, I actually want to thank reddit (and this community, especially) for allowing me to bounce ideas off of people, develop some quality relationships (you know who you are if we've started communicating and planning things off of reddit - and if you haven't it's just that it's a more recent thing and I try and pick people who are interested in a certain topic and point them where they need to go because I've been where they are and wanted to offer guidance to whoever needs it).
This has been an interesting year for me and I appreciate all the kind words, support when I needed it, and the relationships I've been able to cultivate.
I have received numerous thanks and kinds words over the last 8 months of being active here, appreciate you all, and wanted to thank you again, on this, the day of my cakeday, for allowing me to grow as a person, educator, and critical thinker on this sub, of all places.
I know we don't get along as a community all the time with the mods, but want to thank them as well for being mostly laissez faire and allowing this place to coalesce into the core users that it is.
Special shout out to /u/George_tenet for pointing out the cakeday, as I usually reddit mobile style and don't see the cake.
Special shout out to /u/mr_dong for bestowing the Owl onto my account.
Special shout out to /u/shark_shank who developed /r/C_S_T and invited me to be the only other mod.
Going to pick up the kid from daycare and wanted to give a special thanks to users who I have had great interactions with here, and should all be recognized for helping me through things (in no particular order, and I'm sure I'll forget some as I am doing this on the fly so sorry if I missed ya):
A very special thanks to:
/u/LetsHackReality - I'm starting an Aquaponics experiment this summer based on a random comment from you in like October
And many others. These (and those I've surely forgot are the stars of the NewQue™ and why this community is the best).
Maybe I'll make it to 5 years here, but if I don't, I just wanted to thank you all. You've been great.
Shameless plug - I'm going to venture out into the defaults tomorrow for a post about the Indiana religious law thing, and would love you all to join in and read it. Politics allows self posts on Saturdays.
Long says & pleasant nights, friends.
-JCP
44 comments
4 moonpurr 2015-04-03
Hau'oili la hanau!
Also just to add to the Indiana law being passed post. We're you aware that Arkansas has passed a law similar?
http://youtu.be/IXVV7CreeSg
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Fucking shit man how did I forget you!
And lots of states have passed those laws.
But have you actually read them...?
2 WideAwakeNWO 2015-04-03
I would speculate that almost nobody who is currently protesting these bills have actually read them.
I'm not sure how you feel about them, but I think it's absolutely ridiculous that people, corporations, and politicians are speaking out against it. It's very clear that this is about attacking Christianity and those who actually obey the Word of God.
3 HexTq 2015-04-03
'tips hat'
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
/nods in approval
2 bitcoin_noob 2015-04-03
/suggestive wink
3 a9sdd8nas90 2015-04-03
happy merry birthcake!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks!
3 LeagueOfShadowBanned 2015-04-03
Congratulations. You've manged to walk on pins and needles.
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
I don't k ow what his means but I'll take it.
3 BigBrownBeav 2015-04-03
Happy Birthday Jim, I'm an advocate of creating something every day (even if its crappy) which this will qualify. :)
So I wrote you a little poem for your cake day. Cheers to you.
The Beginning Of The End
In times like this we need a little hope
It hit's like a train, It can be hard to cope
We have to fight back, it's the only way
The powers that be wish to keep us at bay
We need to take action, It's time to evolve
A daunting collection of mysteries to solve
To fight for our freedom, to fight for our souls
We need to establish our "from the heart" goals
No need to be weary, they've already lost
Just a matter of time before the rulers get tossed
And then we can move into a time of rejoice
But the planet still needs us to master our voice
So please don't get bored, apathetic or afraid
For now is the time that the rulers get played
2015, the year of disclosure.
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
I think I have a podcast theme song!
If I cared enough about reddit's servers I'd gild ya.
I'll buy ya a beer sometime friend!
3 BigBrownBeav 2015-04-03
Right on, Let us know where to see your podcast. If you ever need a guest i'm in!
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Who else would it be for?
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Will do!
3 quantumcipher 2015-04-03
I've enjoyed your contributions, James. Now that I recall, I have yet to see a post of yours I didn't upvote. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, sir.
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
I plan on it! You as well!
2 quantumcipher 2015-04-03
I'll try. I would like you to know you're more than welcome to post in any of the subs I moderate, any time.
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks. I'll check 'em out
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
I shall!
3 Sabremesh 2015-04-03
Well done, JCP on your Silk anniversary. You have made a very positive impact here.
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks Sabre! You're part of it too!
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks!
3 RandoKillrizian 2015-04-03
My favorite redditor....
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
;)
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Awww
2 LetsHackReality 2015-04-03
Happy cake!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks Buddy!
2 ridestraight 2015-04-03
It's good having you here!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
You too!
2 DiscoLollipop 2015-04-03
Happy Cake Day!!! I feel so special you said my name lol. Enjoy your day :)
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
You earned it! Thanks!
2 CptRockSteady 2015-04-03
Never spoken to you before, none the less, happy Cakeday, friend!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks!
2 Ifco 2015-04-03
Its my cakeday next week, irl and on reddit! I'm glad you're a user here, always informative!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thanks.
2 [deleted] 2015-04-03
Happy Cake Day Mr. JCP!!!!!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
It was a double-plus good night, and this weekend the family will overindulge in food and drink due to a religious holiday of a dude rising from the dead 2000 years ago. Feelin' good about it!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
W00t
2 jboss88 2015-04-03
Happy cakeday to you sir #honorysalute,
It is very nice to see the community reactions, the poem was nice too. It had a positive ring to it, which draws my following conclusion :
No matter how frightning or saddning the story's over here are, the comunnity is keeping a (mostly) positive stance on it. It is like : "no matter how hard the hardships, good will always come of you if you keep that mindset"
And with that i would like to add that just as OP thanked all the regulars here. They all can have my best regards as well.
counterbalance #criticalmass #endgame
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Thank you!
2 make_mind_free2go 2015-04-03
happy cake day, haven't been here long, i enjoy your posts.
2 magnora7 2015-04-03
Thanks for the mention, looking forward to the future!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
You got it buddy!
2 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
You too!
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Who else would it be for?
1 JamesColesPardon 2015-04-03
Will do!