Nineteen years from now, if I’m still alive and if the Internet is still functioning (both probably doubtful), I will be able to sing — It was 20 years ago today When I came to Mastodon to stay
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Nineteen years from now, if I’m still alive and if the Internet is still functioning (both probably doubtful), I will be able to sing —
It was 20 years ago today
When I came to Mastodon to stayAnd now that I’ve made my obligatory #Beatles reference, I’ll simply report that this day, 5 November 2023, marks my first anniversary as a Tooter.
So bake me a cake! Let’s have a party!! 🥳
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Bread and Circusesreplied to Bread and Circuses on last edited by
Many years ago, when I was still working, I had an active Facebook account with over 5000 followers. That didn’t really make me a big deal there, of course, but I was proud of having at least some influence on a few people.
I left Facebook behind when I retired in 2012 and relocated to Europe. I needed a little time off then to recharge my batteries, rediscover my identity, and relax before jumping back into the fray.
After a year or so of chilling out, I started a Twitter account, calling it Bread and Circuses. My focus initially was on the appalling state of traditional party politics, especially in the USA. But as time went on, I felt increasingly compelled to comment on the worsening climate and environmental crises.
Upon my return to the USA in 2018, I tried to make my Twitter presence more meaningful, but it never took off. I couldn’t find traction there. And we all know what happened soon after that…
Space Karen arrived and quickly made Twitter toxic, so I jumped over to Mastodon in November 2022. That’s a choice I will never regret. It’s been such a joy to connect with so many smart, caring, and sincere people here. I feel incredibly lucky and very very happy.
Thanks, everyone, for all your support and for the great contributions you make in commenting on my posts. We are indeed stronger together!
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Chris Alemany🇺🇦🇨🇦🇪🇸replied to Bread and Circuses last edited by
@breadandcircuses you are one of the first and best accounts I came across when I made the jump in 2022! And I totally agree, what an amazing place this is and what an amazing IDEA it is as it grows too!