Free Gift: Willow
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Cybertron
equating imperialism to a Cute Dog That Sometimes Bites legitimately makes me want to die
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CassKeogh
British but not a real royalist, but its undeniable that she was a huge part of our culture. 13 US presidents and 15 UK prime ministers, change on a large scale.
She will be missed.
She will be missed.
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antheraea
Not into the monarchy at all, but I empathize with people who are a bit shocked by it.
Consider the time abyss:
Her reign started 16 years before *my mother* was born.
She outlived my mom's mom.
She also outlived my mom's mom's mom (my great-grandmother).
Any time a constant leaves, the world stage's cast changes, it brings anxiety and shock, and I think those are 100% valid emotions. Just because people react to it with unease, shock, even a kind of grief at how the world continues its terrifying march towards change, doesn't mean that they're erasing the terrible shit the monarchy oversaw. People are allowed to feel things and express those things without being told they're invalid or (god forbid, I saw this in the wild) a white supremacist.
Anyway, the gift is super cute. More doggos on the site is good for me.
Consider the time abyss:
Her reign started 16 years before *my mother* was born.
She outlived my mom's mom.
She also outlived my mom's mom's mom (my great-grandmother).
Any time a constant leaves, the world stage's cast changes, it brings anxiety and shock, and I think those are 100% valid emotions. Just because people react to it with unease, shock, even a kind of grief at how the world continues its terrifying march towards change, doesn't mean that they're erasing the terrible shit the monarchy oversaw. People are allowed to feel things and express those things without being told they're invalid or (god forbid, I saw this in the wild) a white supremacist.
Anyway, the gift is super cute. More doggos on the site is good for me.
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ChatLunatique
I have never known a world without Queen Elisabeth. This will be a strange transition, if only to see a male face on British coinage. Regardless of anything else though, I will always adore a new corgi item.
Thank you.
Thank you.
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springjoy
I think I thought she would live forever. Part of me thought she just had to...something steady and the same in a world that changes too fast and in too many ways for me. May she rest in peace, and may all who loved her be comforted in the love and respect much of this world held for The Queen that was not even their own. <3
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Hollieangel
Thank you for this. It's such a strange time and many different feelings are floating around (all valid), but the sentiment is very much appreciated from this side of the pond.
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Plague
All I know is the death of this immortal being is surely the final sign the apocalypse is upon us.
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kaliope
I'm neither British nor a monarchist so I'm surprised by how sad I am about the passing away of the Queen. Maybe it's because about a year ago my granny died at almost the same age. Or maybe it's because the world lost a constant in times where nothing is sure and everything is changing. She reigned for so many years, one was tempted to think she'll be there forever.
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Azzie
This tribute item made me almost start bawling. I don't know what to feel, but- just, there's so much understanding and kindness in this whole post.
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Sneaky
I'm kind of annoyed that the window between this and the previous Free Gift was very small, you couldn't have waited another day or two? I did manage to get the book myself, I'm just thinking about other people who missed their chance.
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Jesus
"if you have a different opinion keep it to yourself" is THE funniest thing ive read all day
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Hound
She will be missed... She was a monarch to look up to. Being from Belgium, we can only laugh at our royalty...
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Caliban
Thank you for this.
It's been such a surreal day today. I'm not a Royalist, but I did like the Queen. She was an amazing person who accomplished so much and was adored by countless people.
It's been such a surreal day today. I'm not a Royalist, but I did like the Queen. She was an amazing person who accomplished so much and was adored by countless people.
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Misnome
Oh for goodness sakes; do people here even realize that by the time Queen Elizabeth ascended to the throne, the monarchy had lost almost much all of its actual political and military power? (the royal family has been nothing more than figureheads and tourist attractions for quite some time)
Yet some are blaming Elizabeth II for things she didn't even do herself (I think everyone should be judged for their own actions, not those of their ancestors).
Yet some are blaming Elizabeth II for things she didn't even do herself (I think everyone should be judged for their own actions, not those of their ancestors).
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VINYL
I really am discomforted by this item, so if anyone else wants it, I'll give it to u for free.
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NeoPokeTa
I'm definitely not a fan of the monarchy, and I have mixed feelings on Queen Elizabeth herself because while I've heard that she was dedicated to the UK and its people (which would include my many British friends), she presided over the empire in times where it caused so much suffering to others (especially Indigenous people, as mentioned above). Still, I found myself really depressed over her passing (still am) simply because it reminds me of when my great-grandmother passed (as she and the Queen died at very similar ages). So, thank you for providing us comfort in the form of a puppy.
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Mandy
I am surprised by how saddened I was by this news.
(If anyone missed the book and needs it for a pet let me know, I'm happy to give you mine)
(If anyone missed the book and needs it for a pet let me know, I'm happy to give you mine)
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Julia
Monarchy is a concept that should've been left in the distant past and the cruelty of colonialism still impacts many people worldwide. I would be glad to see a day where everyone has the same rights, freedoms and opportunities. That being said, this is still a major world event and people have a lot of complicated feelings about this. I'm glad this was handled diplomatically and I'm also glad that people have been free to voice their opinions that in other places are called "too soon" to express.
Personally, this just feels surreal because she was 96 years old and such a big part of history. It'll be weird to see changes to my country's currency. Would be cool if we didn't have a monarchical figure on it at all but it's probably too much of a hassle to make that change.
Personally, this just feels surreal because she was 96 years old and such a big part of history. It'll be weird to see changes to my country's currency. Would be cool if we didn't have a monarchical figure on it at all but it's probably too much of a hassle to make that change.
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Darkrai
The previous free gift was already a rerelease. It's not prohibitively expensive in shops and will likely be back in the future anyway since it's consumable
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Drathir
yeah about the free gift, i feel like if one is going to come out only a day after another (granted, i know people can't predict when someone will die and get a tribute item), there needs to be some kind of system where the previous free gift is still available for like idk... at least 48 hours more so you can receive both? i'm glad i got the book before this one came out or else i'd have been upset personally.
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SeussMD
This is a tasteful tribute item, well done.
I do hope the Understanding the Universe item will be back at some point, since it was only available for a like a day.
I do hope the Understanding the Universe item will be back at some point, since it was only available for a like a day.
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Truffula
Seems a little too soon since the previous free gift wasn't much more than a day earlier? I hope everyone got that one who wanted it.
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hannahharmin
Good luck Prince....I mean King Charles. You have some big and yet dainty shoes to fill. It's going to be different indeed without the Queen.
Thank you for the item.
Thank you for the item.
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EvilRedDuckie
Thank you for doing this. She is/was an amazing woman and role model. The world is a darker place without her. ;( :heart:
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peachette
may whatever awaits her in the afterlife be as kind to her as she was to those affected by her and her family's rule. :heart:
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Moonbeam
My first thought after hearing the news was that she'd get to be with Margaret & all the Corgis again! This is precious. May Her Majesty rest easy.
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Tiobe
I’m with @Quo on this one.
comfort to her family, of course. and hoping her successor will be more radically kind and inclusive.
comfort to her family, of course. and hoping her successor will be more radically kind and inclusive.
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Someone
Willow was such an adorable pupper. Miss seeing that mess of corgis with the Queen. Looked like heaven 😍
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Madeleine
Although people are speaking up about the past, I'm more anxious about what this means for the world as a whole going forward, tbh. Parliament is going to be in disrepair during a vital time on the world stage ;A;
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Haswari
I love how many people are excited that there's a new dog on site and I'm just happy about the name. 😅
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Amber
@Taarna I was also confused by your statement, haha! I was like "wait what also wait why is it named willow at all". Def didn't take it as negative!
Also, just a reminder to everyone, while it's completely valid to be upset with what the monarchy has done (just like people have been upset with horrible things America has done or other countries), please don't take it out on other users. LikeRah said, there are a lot of complicated feelings with this death.
Also, just a reminder to everyone, while it's completely valid to be upset with what the monarchy has done (just like people have been upset with horrible things America has done or other countries), please don't take it out on other users. Like
Rah said, there are a lot of complicated feelings with this death.
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penelope
Queen Elizabeth was the Supreme Governor and head of the Church of England, which operated approximately three dozen residential schools in Canada between 1820 and 1969, second only to the Roman Catholic Church.
The remains of THOUSANDS of indigenous children have been found buried under these buildings.
I'll be mourning for them instead.
The remains of THOUSANDS of indigenous children have been found buried under these buildings.
I'll be mourning for them instead.
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Vars
thank you so much for this tribute being very tasteful ♥
she was an extremely important figure to many people and beloved by them, and yet there are a lot of countries and people that were not positively impacted by the monarchy under her rule. there are a lot of split & justified feelings for everyone on all sides of her passing and having something neutral and cute and uplifting is super appreciated.
she was an extremely important figure to many people and beloved by them, and yet there are a lot of countries and people that were not positively impacted by the monarchy under her rule. there are a lot of split & justified feelings for everyone on all sides of her passing and having something neutral and cute and uplifting is super appreciated.
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nervous
"if I wore beige, nobody would know who I am" -Her Majesty & from what I can gather, the colour of the crown item is #ac56e4, like a light shade of blue-magenta RGB colour model is comprised of 67.45% red~, 33.73% green~ and 89.41% blue~ I love dog. such a sweet c/dorgi item
Thank You for Everything Queen :crown: <3
Thank You for Everything Queen :crown: <3
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Chef
No one is perfect, but above all else, she was someone's mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, friend, daughter, cousin, wife, etc. She was well known and loved by many. She will be missed. RIP. :crown:
Thank you for the lovely tribute item.
Thank you for the lovely tribute item.
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Inknote
Personally I'm not affected and thus not sad at all, but delighted to have a new corgi onsite! It's very sweet
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Rah
A dividing tribute, probably. I have complicated feelings about Queen Elizabeth. I'm affected, I think it's going to be weird for a while and thank you for joining me in my coping mechanism. Cute puppies forever.
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Cobaltbluetoo
Thank you. I'm still struggling to grasp the news, may she rest in peace. I pray for comfort for her family.
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Malachi
When I heard that the Queen died, I was stunned. I was happily ready to accept she'd live forever. Rest in peace, Queen Elizabeth.
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