The 'Writers Are People Too' Podcast
The 'Writers Are People Too' Podcast
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"God, Sex, and Rich People" | Author Mattie Jo Cowsert
Join Mattie Jo Cowsert as she shares her personal journey of healing from the trauma of growing up in Evangelical Christianity. In this humorous but candid podcast conversation, we delve into her book, "God, Sex, and Rich People", which explores how she overcame the limitations imposed by her upbringing and embraced her newfound life. Discover how she navigated the complexities of carnal desires, religion, and personal growth, to become who she is today.
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The Book:
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00:00 Intro to Mattie Jo Cowsert, and her awesome book!
04:34 Growing up in Evangelical Christianity
08:50 Deconstructing from toxic C...
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Видео

Reimagining Norse Mythology | Author CK Kesterson
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Join me and author C.K. Kesterson for an exclusive look behind the scenes of his new novel, "Heroes of Valhalla." In this in-depth interview, Kesterson discusses his captivating reimagining of classic Norse myths, featuring iconic characters like Thor, Loki, and Odin. Discover how he crafted the intricate world of "Heroes of Valhalla," from the fall of empires to the rise of legends. Gain valua...
Writing Secrets and a New Thriller Novel from Hollywood Insider Shan Serafin
Просмотров 176Месяц назад
Discover the secrets behind Shan A. Serafin's success in the entertainment industry! In this exclusive interview, he shares his insights on: Breaking into Hollywood: How to land your first gig and build a successful career. The Challenges of Publication: Navigating the publishing world and overcoming obstacles. The Creative Process: The ups and downs of writing and directing for the screen. His...
Ink and Faith: Justin Scoggins on Tattoos and Christianity
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Join us as we delve into the world of tattoos with Justin Scoggins. Discover some of his personal tattoo collection, his perspective on tattoos as a form of artistic expression, and how his faith intersects with the history and symbolism of tattoos in Christianity. This thought-provoking discussion explores the cultural and religious significance of body art. Check out the book: amzn.to/3XkgE1e...
Steamy Scenes, & Dragon Shifters: Brittany Gossin's Bold New Book
Просмотров 134Месяц назад
Join us as we chat with Brittany Gossin about her unique blend of passions. Discover her love for chickens and tattoos, and then dive into her captivating world of romantasy novels. If you're seeking thrilling tales of dragon shapeshifters, audacious criminals, and spicy romance, Brittany's work is a must-read. www.brittanygossinwrites.com/ Dream Walker: amzn.to/3YS1vp5 Unbound: amzn.to/3YQuZnm...
How to make a living as a Full-Time Author | Keith Giles
Просмотров 225Месяц назад
Every author longs for the ability to turn their creativity and passion into a full-time income stream, but many lack the knowledge; Keith Giles has managed this successfully, and loves sharing some of the things he's learned along the way. Listen in as we discuss the ups and downs of authorhood, creativity, and what it takes to make a living as a full-time author. Discover the secrets to a suc...
What is the meaning of life, and what happens after we die? | Author Brandy Anderson
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Join us as we explore profound questions about existence with Brandy Anderson. In this thought-provoking conversation, we discuss the meaning of life, the afterlife, the possibility of communicating with deceased loved ones, and the complexities of reconciling reincarnation with Christian beliefs about Heaven and Hell. Check out Brandy's Book, "Through the Veil": amzn.to/3YthmKB 00:00 Introduct...
He Evaded the Secret Service; Now He Writes True Crime | Author Matthew Cox
Просмотров 6222 месяца назад
Discover the shocking true story of Matthew Cox, a former fugitive wanted by the US Secret Service for a $55 million fraud scheme. In this captivating interview, he discusses his book, "Shark in the Housing Pool," which details his criminal escapades, womanizing, and three-year manhunt. Learn about the challenges of writing, overcoming setbacks, and the lessons he's learned on his journey. Chec...
Modern Christianity's Missing Ingredient: Radical Love | Author Pierce Marks
Просмотров 1402 месяца назад
Join us as we explore the concept of radical love with Pierce Marks. In this thought-provoking conversation, he discusses how modern Christians often misunderstand God's unconditional love. We delve into the implications of radical love for all creation and explore practical ways for Christians to apply this transformative principle to their lives. A New Way of Seeing: Meaning in Life and the C...
Broken promises of 20th century sci-fi; is technology disconnecting us? | Darrell Epp
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Discover the humorous and thought-provoking poetry of Darrell Epp in his new collection, "Alien Phonics Primer." Join us as we discuss his musings on how technology, designed to connect us, can often lead to feelings of isolation. Don't miss this insightful and entertaining interview. Check it out here: amzn.to/4ePe9us 00:00 Why Darrell Writes Poetry 03:10 AI, Automation, job loss, and creativi...
Inspire the Next Generation With Our Writing | Author Tarick "PIF" Benjamin
Просмотров 293 месяца назад
Discover the heartwarming story behind Tarick "PIF"' Benjamin's passion for writing children's books. Join us as we discuss his inspiration for creating stories that empower young readers and guide them towards making a positive impact on the world. Check out Tarick: Www.blackislov3.com 00:00 Tarick "PIF" Benjamin, & His mission 04:21 PIF's creative journey 08:40 The Book, "Just like me" 11:04 ...
Machoism vs. Creativity; Reconciling 2 Degrees and 5 Books as a Rough Tradesman | Kevin Cramer
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Join us as we chat with Kevin Kramer about his book, "American Grunt." Discover the challenges and rewards of working in the trades, the complexities of balancing creativity and masculinity, and the hilarious and outrageous experiences he's encountered on the job. Don't miss this candid conversation about life in the American workforce. Check out American Grunt: amzn.to/3Xf51cb 00:00 Introducti...
Hilarious Talking Magpies, Fantasy, and Writing Tools | Eva Sandor
Просмотров 964 месяца назад
Discover the whimsical world of Eva Sandor's comedy-fantasy series featuring an intelligent talking magpie and his human companion. In this interview, we delve into the inspiration behind her unique characters and explore the writing tools StoryGrid and Dramatica. Learn how to craft compelling narratives and elevate your storytelling skills. Check out the Heart of Stone Adventures: amzn.to/4e4o...
What does it take to write a New York Times Best Seller? | Author Isaac Marion
Просмотров 984 месяца назад
Discover the inspiration behind Isaac Marion's New York Times bestselling novel, "Warm Bodies." In this insightful interview, we explore the creative process, the challenges of self-publishing, and the future of his writing projects. Learn how to turn your ideas into reality and achieve literary success. Instagram: @isaacmarion RUclips: @OuterEdgeOutpost Website: Isaacmarion.com Amazon Books by...
Non-Duality, Divine Oneness, and 114 Quantum Sayings of Jesus | Author Keith Giles
Просмотров 2264 месяца назад
Join us as we explore the enigmatic Gospel of Thomas with Keith Giles, a scholar who has decoded 114 of Jesus' sayings. Discover the history of this lost book, its connection to Gnosticism and the Council of Nicea, and gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' teachings. Learn why Keith left the church and the profound impact the Gospel of Thomas has had on his life. The Quantum Sayings of Jesus: a...
This author re-wrote his life in an autofiction about dealing with grief and loss | David Giles
Просмотров 364 месяца назад
This author re-wrote his life in an autofiction about dealing with grief and loss | David Giles
AI Dangers: A Data Scientist's Sci-Fi Warning | Kris Erickson
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AI Dangers: A Data Scientist's Sci-Fi Warning | Kris Erickson
80s Skater Punk Sci-Fi Horror: A Phillip K Dick Fanboy's Vision | David Agranoff
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80s Skater Punk Sci-Fi Horror: A Phillip K Dick Fanboy's Vision | David Agranoff
Humanity vs. Evil: A Philosophical Sci-Fi Discussion with Eric Reitan
Просмотров 755 месяцев назад
Humanity vs. Evil: A Philosophical Sci-Fi Discussion with Eric Reitan
An Anthology of Authors: Artificial Intelligence, Aliens, and Apocalypse -- Augmented, Volume 1
Просмотров 1096 месяцев назад
An Anthology of Authors: Artificial Intelligence, Aliens, and Apocalypse Augmented, Volume 1
This Camp Fire Survivor's Journey With Art and Writing | Meghan Irene Turner
Просмотров 876 месяцев назад
This Camp Fire Survivor's Journey With Art and Writing | Meghan Irene Turner
4000 Words a Day: Author's successful Writing Challenge to complete a book | Spencer Steeves
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4000 Words a Day: Author's successful Writing Challenge to complete a book | Spencer Steeves
This writer and I discuss storytelling, publishing, and filmmaking | Polly Schattel
Просмотров 596 месяцев назад
This writer and I discuss storytelling, publishing, and filmmaking | Polly Schattel
Shooting films in VR, and telling compelling stories no matter the medium | Author Jason Stokes
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Shooting films in VR, and telling compelling stories no matter the medium | Author Jason Stokes
Science fiction Biotech Society and Sustainability: Shane Simonson
Просмотров 607 месяцев назад
Science fiction Biotech Society and Sustainability: Shane Simonson
A professor and I chat about his sci-fi novel, and how improv informs creativity | Author Sam Tanner
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A professor and I chat about his sci-fi novel, and how improv informs creativity | Author Sam Tanner
This novel tells about sentient planets and a Hopi prophecy for the future | Author Renee W Peek
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This novel tells about sentient planets and a Hopi prophecy for the future | Author Renee W Peek
A space opera about a complex sci-fi universe and its inhabitants | Author Brandon Hill
Просмотров 1198 месяцев назад
A space opera about a complex sci-fi universe and its inhabitants | Author Brandon Hill
Is redemption possible for the creator of the time travel industry? | Author N Joseph Glass
Просмотров 558 месяцев назад
Is redemption possible for the creator of the time travel industry? | Author N Joseph Glass
A sci-fi about divergent human species after a futuristic apocalypse | Author Thomas Norford
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A sci-fi about divergent human species after a futuristic apocalypse | Author Thomas Norford

Комментарии

  • @TeamRainbowElite
    @TeamRainbowElite 7 дней назад

    Nice!

  • @pasteurrunyange5784
    @pasteurrunyange5784 16 дней назад

    I read it, it's a great book! Alien Phonics Primer rules.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 16 дней назад

      @@pasteurrunyange5784 awesome! Support the writers!

  • @Henderson711
    @Henderson711 23 дня назад

    Sigurd is one of my favorite characters from Fire Emblem.

  • @CreatorOfAmoria-Rose
    @CreatorOfAmoria-Rose Месяц назад

    Lov this episode!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven Месяц назад

      @@CreatorOfAmoria-Rose Thanks! It was a great conversation!

  • @Tom-and-Jerry-again
    @Tom-and-Jerry-again Месяц назад

    Communicating constantly with spiritual beings ... relatives or anyone. They're not your Creator, The Creator. John 15:26 is The Way. The Relationship with God, your Creator, The Creator, needs to be a person's goal in this life - traveling alongside God is important to assure a best path in our eternal journey.

  • @aliciaaird6660
    @aliciaaird6660 2 месяца назад

    That was awesome! 👍

  • @wooglybrother
    @wooglybrother 2 месяца назад

    Man... talk about an interesting, eloquent interviewee!

  • @sachinssharma2
    @sachinssharma2 2 месяца назад

    Excellent stuff.Wild to think about how art can help us navigate our way through reality.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 2 месяца назад

      @@sachinssharma2 💯 👏

  • @ParanoiaAgent-qm3yw
    @ParanoiaAgent-qm3yw 2 месяца назад

    Actually no we are too obsessed with love and tolerance. Its hate as a virtue that we need to rediscover. Not enough hate for evil, evil doers and those who threaten what we ought love.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 2 месяца назад

      @@ParanoiaAgent-qm3yw you can debate the philosophy professor on that one if you'd like 🤣

  • @General_Ganja442
    @General_Ganja442 2 месяца назад

    Great stuff, really interesting and actually kinda inspiring!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 2 месяца назад

      @@General_Ganja442 💯 👏

  • @abdussameea1701
    @abdussameea1701 2 месяца назад

    Great conversation👏

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 2 месяца назад

      Glad you liked it! Feel free to suggest additional authors you'd like me to get on.

  • @odouglasj
    @odouglasj 3 месяца назад

    Your interview definitely whet my appetite! I can't wait to read Darrell Epp's latest book! All of his previous poetry collections have the stellar track record of being immersive, resonant and singularly captivating! Take my money!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 3 месяца назад

      Great to hear it! Support the authors!

  • @j.w.harper7639
    @j.w.harper7639 3 месяца назад

    This guy doesn't pay out the authors who publish through them and withholds information regarding sales and publishing distribution. Be super careful in trusting this guy. He is a fraud!

  • @gatorsportscards4935
    @gatorsportscards4935 3 месяца назад

    I read Cramer's book and it was totally awesome. Totally worth a read for a quick little trip down memory lane for most of us.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 3 месяца назад

      Ya, the excerpt he read was hilarious! I imagine the whole book is more of the same.

  • @evasandor
    @evasandor 4 месяца назад

    Matt! Thank you again for having me on the show- it was great fun talking with you and sharing my insights!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 4 месяца назад

      Great to get to know you!

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for having me!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      Absolutely--was great!

  • @BladesOfLight
    @BladesOfLight 5 месяцев назад

    Those are the good ones too! May the Fourth be with you my friend!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      I've got good taste >.<

  • @shnobles1o554
    @shnobles1o554 5 месяцев назад

    didnt read any of the books today, but i did wear one of my clone wars shirts

  • @1Dontl1keSand
    @1Dontl1keSand 5 месяцев назад

    I got force collector in my closet. May the 4th be with you and watch out for the revenge of the 5th

  • @blobthecreator8464
    @blobthecreator8464 5 месяцев назад

    May the 4th be with you! Just learned that today from a bug bang theary yt short just now

  • @lil_cloudss
    @lil_cloudss 5 месяцев назад

    WTF?

  • @Diamond_Zia._.
    @Diamond_Zia._. 5 месяцев назад

    May the 4th be with you my friend (*^o^)人(^o^*)

  • @TheFullmetal88m
    @TheFullmetal88m 5 месяцев назад

    Organized religions are cults and either all the gods exist or none of them do

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      I grew up in a cult [lite] 😂

  • @nealjroberts4050
    @nealjroberts4050 5 месяцев назад

    So the takeaway is that if you believe a god created hell as a default then they aren't a fair or just or good god. Simple really.

  • @samuelmire9389
    @samuelmire9389 5 месяцев назад

    The world isnt fair for anybody🙄

    • @marlenathorvald
      @marlenathorvald 5 месяцев назад

      Exactly It's crazy to me how In their own narrative people are that they think they are the only person experiencing injustice and hardship in the world.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      @samuelmire9389 Agreed; everyone has their own struggles! Some people's struggles are objectively larger than other people's struggles, but each person's largest struggle is still the hardest thing they've ever encountered from their own perspective. We need to learn to be empathetic toward them. Also, how we handle our own struggles is what can define us.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      @@marlenathorvald I 100% agree that everyone has their own difficulties. How we handle our struggles is what defines us.

  • @daniel.ce.619
    @daniel.ce.619 5 месяцев назад

    Whats the true reason for the link... "Hot lonely girls to chat in your area, 5.99 the initial rate, 59 cents per minute after, call now"😊😂😊

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      Watch the section of the full interview on "Hard Video"--we talk about malicious advertising in AR as well!

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 5 месяцев назад

    I've heard of that 'light edit previous chapter, then write next one' approach from others. That's not something I'll often do, but I can see how it works for certain writers.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      Ya, I tend to do this, to help prepare my mind for the next scene I'm writing. Hey--whatever works for you though!

  • @blood_eagle_6945
    @blood_eagle_6945 5 месяцев назад

    Damn the guy above looks like thinner tectone

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      I guess all bald guys with beards look the same haha >.<

  • @JohnW.Grundy-Author
    @JohnW.Grundy-Author 5 месяцев назад

    I'm definitely more of a plotter than a pantser, with an outline that I follow with a little pantsing in between. That being said, two of my favorite scenes were completely off-book seat of the pants. But like you, I do a lot of the prewriting in my mind on walks.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 5 месяцев назад

      Plotting is definitely important for a well-paced book, but you never know what's gonna happen if you give yourself full creative control in the moment!

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 5 месяцев назад

    "... Sit on their @ss... Sorry is this a G rate podcast?" "No, I don't give a $hit." 😂

  • @jordanmitchell7570
    @jordanmitchell7570 6 месяцев назад

    Love the book!!

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 6 месяцев назад

      Yes! Show the authors some love!

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 6 месяцев назад

    34:39 Using LLMs as a recommender system is an interesting use case. That is a cool idea.

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 6 месяцев назад

    I love this kind of thing. The blending of author's work passions into Sci-Fi writing. I read an indie book (soft sci-fi) called Engaged at Dawn, which was written by a 20 year veteran of the Coast Guard, and was about a cutter doing drug interdiction and finding aliens. No mainstream publisher would pitch or buy that, but indie is able. I've been interested in ants, and now am writing a serial called Space Ants, (audio released serials on my channel) which is a zero-tech biological novella.

  • @EricKay_Scifi
    @EricKay_Scifi 6 месяцев назад

    "I guess I write 'novel' " 😅

  • @lifeisgood070
    @lifeisgood070 6 месяцев назад

    Who is the other guy in the video who's talking about herbs and stuff? Where can I find his gardening advice

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 6 месяцев назад

      Shane Simonsen! Here are links to his projects: zeroinputagriculture.substack.com/ haldanebdoyle.com/

  • @robertpittman6780
    @robertpittman6780 7 месяцев назад

    Business takes to creativity out of it because then you’re trying to make something that appeals to everyone

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 7 месяцев назад

      Great insight! I encourage everyone to write the story that they want to read--if it's of high quality then the buyers will come.

  • @kane6578
    @kane6578 7 месяцев назад

    Promo sm ☀️

  • @buddyflood6761
    @buddyflood6761 7 месяцев назад

    There is no utopia

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 7 месяцев назад

      Agreed--we're certainly not living in a utopia now. Any future utopia will need to be purposefully constructed by Humanity, or we'll end up as just another metric in the fermi paradox.

  • @matthewdeoliveira2073
    @matthewdeoliveira2073 7 месяцев назад

    How about we just fix earth rather than trying to make a new one?

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 7 месяцев назад

      Agreed! I kinda like this place.

  • @ethanhare3635
    @ethanhare3635 7 месяцев назад

    As someone whose seen stuff teleporting and beaming off at the speed of light with my own eyes… I’d have to say that the tech is already here… and in our universe we can teleport, and beam vehicles off at the speed of light.. so the electron theory is probably a fact and not just a theory.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 7 месяцев назад

      The UAP phenomenon is certainly something to look into--who knows what future tech holds! I'm certainly excited for it.

    • @ethanhare3635
      @ethanhare3635 7 месяцев назад

      They have tech now that can beam messages into your head using your own senses. A long with, teleporting and beaming off at light.. forgot to mention that… someone or something has some crazy technology right now, somewhere on this planet. I’m hearing Alaska and Antarctica has some bases in the mountains, along with the ocean off the west coast of America. Also people coming out on Shawn Ryan Show. All I’m saying is, it’s either us (America) or it’s “aliens.” But it’s here rn and it’s here to stay 100%.

  • @dennisthornton4434
    @dennisthornton4434 7 месяцев назад

    Co interview

  • @DouglasDavis
    @DouglasDavis 7 месяцев назад

    Climate catastrophe…. ? Given the extreme ends the earth’s climate has been through… the climate has been relatively stable for 10;000 years, minus the few years in the dark ages. The dark ages were a climate catastrophe, the past 900 years have been nice.

  • @JohnW.Grundy-Author
    @JohnW.Grundy-Author 8 месяцев назад

    Sounds interesting 🤔

  • @cleverpighiding
    @cleverpighiding 9 месяцев назад

    Nice interview, would’ve been nice to know some more of the context of what he’s written before getting into life/career story

    • @cleverpighiding
      @cleverpighiding 9 месяцев назад

      Was 12 min before I knew what sort of book the author had written :)

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 9 месяцев назад

      Do you think it would be better to have the "about the author" later in the podcast, or do you think that having chapters on the video would work as well, so you could skip if you want? Thanks for the feedback, always looking to improve!

  • @richardmiles8459
    @richardmiles8459 9 месяцев назад

    This man has been playing dungeons & dragons in real life for too long

  • @PillowFilledWithSpiders
    @PillowFilledWithSpiders 9 месяцев назад

    Dont believe his lies hes an archane lvl 9 wizard

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 9 месяцев назад

      Yea, he did say "no" rather hastily--I should have prodded more!

  • @thewritersrealmpodcast
    @thewritersrealmpodcast 9 месяцев назад

    This was really fascinating and insightful. Not too many guests wearing chainmail, though maybe we should start looking around more :)

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 9 месяцев назад

      I mean, they say to write what you know! Either I need to pick up some more hobbies, or I'm just gonna be writing about reading books and playing video games >.<

  • @jopojopo1
    @jopojopo1 9 месяцев назад

    Poggers

  • @talbotsplace7316
    @talbotsplace7316 10 месяцев назад

    I felt the same way about Walking Dead. Hence my five book series about how Georgia survives and wins the Z war.

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 10 месяцев назад

      See a need, fill a need! My creativity is also often sparked by watching/reading other people's content.

  • @JohnW.Grundy-Author
    @JohnW.Grundy-Author 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks not only for the interview, but now for the book show-and-tell as well! Boy I really need to work on my penmanship though!! 📖🖊 Hope you enjoy!! ~JWG

    • @M.J.Struven
      @M.J.Struven 10 месяцев назад

      Hey, at least you have something to sign your name on! I'll get there someday!