Rédemption, nostalgie

mars 11, 2025

The image displays a webpage with a dark background and white text. At the top, there are browser tabs visible, including Facebook and YouTube. The main content of the image is focused on a section titled "8. Restorative Justice through Ethical Prison Labor," which is highlighted in blue. The text reads: "A second chance for those who want to change. Inmates will work toward rehabilitation, earning wages and reducing reoffending. Prison won’t be a punishment—it’ll be a path to redemption." Above this section, there is another heading titled "7. Winning the War on Crime," which states: "We’ll take criminals' money and put it where it belongs—back into healing society. Safer, legal alternatives will crush black markets, turning crime into rehabilitation. The world will follow our lead." Below the highlighted section, there is another heading titled "9. Enforcing New Social Norms," which reads: "Respect and discipline will be our new way of life. From small acts like littering to bigger responsibilities, the police will enforce public behavior that reflects our first-world aspirations. A cleaner, prouder Sri Lanka." The text is formatted in a clear, sans-serif font, with headings in a larger size than the body text. The overall layout is organized, with distinct sections separated by line breaks. The color scheme features a dark background with contrasting white text, making it easy to read. There are no images, logos, or identifiable people in the visible content. The setting appears to be a digital platform, likely a campaign or informational website.
5:30 PM

My Own Prison -- Creed

https://youtu.be/MXBMd-XO0Yo

[Verse 1: Scott Stapp]

Court is in session

A verdict is in

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5:45 PM

Bon Jovi - I'll Be There For You

https://youtu.be/mh8MIp2FOhc

[Verse 1]

I heard your suitcase whisper, "Goodbye"..

The image displays a Wikipedia page for Sean M. Curran, who is identified as the 28th director of the United States Secret Service. The page includes a header with the title "Sean M. Curran" prominently displayed at the top. Below the title, there is a brief introductory paragraph stating that he has been serving in this role since January 22, 2025, and mentions his previous involvement with President Donald Trump's protective detail. On the right side of the page, there is an official portrait of Sean M. Curran. In this portrait, he is wearing a dark suit with a light blue tie, and he has short, neatly styled hair. The background of the portrait features the American flag, which is partially visible. The text "Official portrait, 2025" is noted beneath the image, along with his title as the "28th Director of the United States Secret Service." The left sidebar includes sections labeled "Contents," "Early life and education," "Career," "Director of the Secret Service," and "References," indicating the structure of the article. The page also features options for adjusting the appearance settings, such as text size and color. Overall, the image captures a structured and informative layout typical of a Wikipedia entry, focusing on Sean M. Curran's professional background and current role.
7:30 PM

Edwin McCain - I'll Be (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/5qrTmNDZ-nc

[Chorus]

I'll be your cryin' shoulder

I'll be love's suicide

The image displays a screenshot of a Wikipedia page titled "Sean M. Curran." The page is primarily focused on Curran's career, detailing his work with the agency since September 2001, including his roles in the dignitary-protection division and as a deputy special agent in charge of the Presidential Protective Detail. The text mentions significant dates and events related to his career, including his promotion on December 29, 2022, and his service in charge of Trump's security detail. On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of a man identified as Curran, taken in 2019. He is wearing dark sunglasses and a suit, with a serious expression on his face. His hair is short and neatly styled. The background of the image appears to show a blurred figure, possibly another person, but details are not clear due to the focus on Curran. The top of the page includes a navigation bar with options such as "Born," "Education," and "Secret," indicating sections of the Wikipedia entry. The browser window at the top shows that the page is being viewed in Google Chrome, with tabs open for Facebook and a music track by Edwin McCain titled "I'll Be." The time displayed in the browser indicates it is 7:25 PM on March 11. Overall, the image captures a Wikipedia entry with a focus on Sean M. Curran's professional background, accompanied by a formal photograph of him.
7:30 PM (b)

Thank you, Sean, for rushing to his aid and helping to save him.
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10:15 PM

There's something so evocative about this
11:00 PM

Okay, so umm

I like the way Darth Vader leads, too.

I learned a lot from watching him.

I think he was an effective leader.

I have to do my exercise, a simple ten minute fast walk

And then sleep

Or watch the movie

And then

Wake up

For the returns thing

And then

Figure out a stainless, safe fryer

***

I find aspects of democratic systems frustrating.

I think Singapore might face different challenges than Sri Lanka if it were a democracy.
11:15 PM

If the galactic empire had been a democracy where leaders like Palpatine could be voted out, it likely would not have conquered the galaxy.
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12:30 AM

Wednesday, 12th.

12 am

Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/S_E2EHVxNAE

[Verse 1]

Oceans apart..

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12:45 AM

Chicago - Will You Still Love Me? (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/d_l-st8Q1S0

[Verse 1: Jason Scheff, Bill Champlin, Both]

My dear, here I stand before you now

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12:45 AM (b)

I'm sorry for how I treated you, Pauline.

Abcdef or no abcdef.
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1:00 AM

Chicago - Hard Habit To Break (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/_aCAZNcTVeo

After all these ten years..

Inspired by real events, edited for story. Inspired by real events, edited for story. A true story.