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I'm working on a fiddly project and it's so detail-oriented and time consuming, it feels like it will never be done.

But remember, self, It will be! Every error I correct is one less error. I have to remind myself that each small change makes for a polished final version. Drip, drip, drip...

Project "Send Less Money to Openly Fascist USA" is going well!

First website host migration in progress, domain registrar migration successfully completed some time in the last few days. This is a first time EVER for my own websites, this is a Big Deal. Sorry random small registrar in Florida I've used for over 2 decades without issues, I have no idea really but there is a good chance you voted for Donny Diaper and now is the time for the little people around the world doing business with America to say: you don't get my money anymore.

Also, research into online & POS payment systems that aren't owned by US companies but also that aren't aimed at larger retailers took some time but I have FINALLY found an alternative to Square:

SumUp.

UK company with good price point and what looks like decent hardware, no monthly fees. Took a LOT of wading though fucking Square ads though. Expect SumUp are going for more word of mouth at this point in Australia compared to the brute force of Square.

If you are a micro/small business or have friends that are, please check them out or pass on that they exist as what looks like a very competitive offering, and you get to have the warm fuzzy feeling of voting with your $ to redirect at least some funds away from a newly openly fascist regime.

#FightFascism
#SmallSteps
#fascist
#SumUp
#POS
#SmallBusiness
#Australia
#BoycottUSA
#TradeWar

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@moon77 @alice
I am trying to do my bit:
Off twitter since Musk bought it.
Never shop on Amazon.
Use local coffee shops and restaurants not big chains.
Closing Meta accounts March 1.
Closed PayPal yesterday.
Bank with UK building societies.
Never read or watch anything associated with Murdoch.
We have one car between us,I have mobility problems so it is necessary. Small 3 cylinder ,1 litre 10 year old car. Would never touch a Tesla even as a gift.
It's a start but more to do.
#smallsteps

Feeling I have achieved something this morning. I have closed my PayPal account. Not sure why I had an account so I won't miss it.
In the space for reason for closure I wrote that I didn't share the values of the owners or investors.
I know it won't make a difference but it felt good to give the feedback.
#smallsteps

🌱 Small Habits, Big Changes🌱

It's easy to underestimate the power of tiny, consistent actions. Whether it's spending 5 minutes on mindfulness, reading a few pages of a book, or taking a short walk every day—these small habits can lead to significant transformations over time.

What’s one small habit you've incorporated that has made a big difference in your life? Let's inspire each other!

@SheDrivesMobility
Eine mächtige Auto und Fossilindustrie hält mit allen Mitteln dagegen.

Kenne Menschen die würden nicht auf ihr Auto verzichten.

Gewerbegebiete sind vielfach nur für das Auto ausgelegt. Per Pedes oder mit dem Rad ist das rein und rauskommen ein nicht ungefährliches unterfangen.

Busrouten sind über jedes Kaff so kurvig angelegt, das die Fahrzeit ewig ist und man grün im Gesicht wird.

#verkehrswende