Magpie🪺🩵

Doll “curator” (#dollblr) and theater tech + design college student, autistic adult (Lv1), human cryptid living with overwhelmed beehive brain 🧠🐝, lover of Love ✞. mod for @celtic-character-of-the-day

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Disability in the USA: A Masterpost

DISABLED AMERICANS CAN’T EVER CATCH A F*CKING BREAK?!

Sorry for yelling; just very scared and upset at the state of my nation right now. And the fact that the only people I see standing up for the disabled community right now is teachers, doctors, and adults of disabled children! I will be using this post to document and educate on disabled issues.

Note from March 25, 2025: Some stuff near the top might be out of date, specifically regarding the state of The Department of Education. I will however still keep those (pre-closure) links up as they are still relevant. Just be aware of the timeline while reading; I started dating my updates around Early March.

(Note: In this post, I will be going over a bunch of stuff concerning the disabled community. I am an adult diagnosed with autism (and some other stuff) who although being Lv1, needs support. These issues will obviously affect more than just Americans with developmental disabilities (autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc.) and I will try to be as inclusive as I can to ALL disabilities in this post. This is just the personal experience I am bringing in.)

RFK JR. (he is a whole pile of worms, no pun intended)

ASAN Disappointed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Confirmation to Lead HHS - Autistic Self Advocacy Network

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is disappointed by the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of the Department of Health and

RFK Jr: Fact-checking his views on health policy

Robert F Kennedy Jr has been nominated to be the next US health secretary, but some of his views are not backed by science.

17 states are in a lawsuit to eliminate section 504 of of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, this would allow public schools to discriminate education against disabled students. This includes removable of disability accommodations. 504 applies to other government assisted services as well such as hospitals and doctor's offices. This possible removable is a big civil rights issue.

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

Below are Section 504.

Section 504

Learn more about Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in programs or act

Speaking of disability and education, the dismantlement of the Department of Education. Just like stated in GOP plan Project 2025, Donald Trump plans to eliminate the Department of Education. This is a horrible idea for so many reasons but especially for disabled students and their parents. The DOE funds special education or "SPED" programs in schools. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, (in 2022-23) 7.5 million students in America receive special education or related services.

"Is My Child's IEP in Danger?"

Significant cuts and changes within the U.S. Department of Education are causing worry among parents of children with ADHD and other learnin

Individuals with Disabilities

Information about the laws and policies governing special education, including IDEA (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), 504 p

What the Education Department layoffs could mean for students with disabilities

Experts say this week's mass layoffs could lead to less research and support for children nationwide.

Obviously, the pulling back and demonization of DEI will be a big negative for the disabled community, one that already struggles with finding employment, belonging, and support. But most people are already aware of it.

Problem Presidential Actions/Executive Orders. There are many; some linked below. These are specifically ones that impact disabled Americans; lots of ones not mentioned are just as if not more concerning for other reasons.

KEEPING EDUCATION ACCESSIBLE AND ENDING COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATES IN SCHOOLS: will endanger communal health, especially that of the immunocompromised

AMERICAN HEART MONTH, 2025: Magpie, wanting to raise awareness for heart disease is obviously a good thing! Why put this in here? "And we will fulfill our pledge to investigate what has caused the decades-long increase in health problems and childhood diseases — including obesity, autoimmune disorders, infertility, and autism." Yes and, my main concern is their inclusion of "autism". Ignoring the fact that they referred to it as a heath problem or childhood disease, I am autistic adult who has lived on this earth for around 20 years now. For me, this screams Autism Speaks. Autism is a genetic disorder and there have been many studies about its potential causes. This administration has rejected and censored the medical world; this will only result in misinformation being spread.

Update: April 6, 2025: more autism stuff.

WITHDRAWING THE UNITED STATES FROM THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION: This one should be self explanatory.

There's more concerns I have but I'm tired :/. So tired. Just wanted to raise awareness. I'll post something fun next.

UPDATE: MARCH 11, 2025

Soo...it gets worse, like it always seems to do nowadays.

CDC is planning on doing a nation wide study, studying "the link" between autism and vaccines. The link that seems from the debunked and medically controversial 1998 Wakefield study. Anyone who has a valid medical degree, did basic research on the topic, or is educated on autism can tell you that you cannot "get" autism from vaccines. It is important to note that developmental, neurological, and mental delays due to things like lead poisoning, injuries to the brain, and medical issues like diseases or strokes. However, this is not the case for autism. Autism is a condition you are born with, similar to other developmental disabilities. It seems to be only really questioned because unlike other disorders like down syndrome and fragile X syndrome, autism does not display any physical deformities or traits. You cannot tell if a baby is autistic at birth, only later on as it goes through stages of development. Autism is a genetic disorder with some suspected environmental risks.

So, why is the CDC spending this amount of energy on a theory from a disgraced man who got his medical license revoked and has been fact checked by the medical community multiple times? Short answer, money. I talked on this weeks ago in the American Heart Month section. This is plan to transfer money away from important services and spend it on something meaningless. I don't want to call it embezzlement but that is what it is currently looking like to me :/.

I would be incredibly upset if this happened anytime but now?? The worst time. Antivaxx has been gaining more and more popularity over the years and I have seen a sharp increase of medical misinformation since the confirmation of RJK Jr. The United States government themselves pursuing this theory only validates medical denialism. And with the very real threat of a nationwide Measles outbreak; people need to be vaccinated against MMR more than ever. No more kids need to die because their parents didn't give them the proper vaccines.

Oh and also big Medicaid cuts.

Ugh. Signing out for now <3

UPDATE (March 31st)

UPDATE: MARCH 21, 2025

So, it’s happened. The Department of Education I mean. Not surprised, I’m one of the few who sat down and read Project 2025 (Section 11 linked). But God.. it doesn’t feel real. I’m scared, especially for disabled kids, especially in poorer areas. These families. I don’t know what else to say. I don’t know what to do. God bless the teachers of America.

UPDATE: MARCH 25, 2025

Back to bullshit. Sorry if that's too harsh; I'm just not really in the mood for pleasant formalities. Due to the Department of Education being destroyed (including OSERS), as mentioned above, the responsibility of Special Education will be transferred to Robert F. Kennedy in The Department of Health and Human Services. He and his department not qualified to handle SPED at all. In fact, looking back at when I originally wrote this post, he was one of the leading threats I identified in this administration relating to disability justice.

UPDATE: MARCH 28, 2025

So, about the The Department of Health and Human Services...

Another link. And another link, more specifically about disability and these cuts (from Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund).

Sorry that there is no description on this update; hopefully I will fix that in the future. I am writing this in a hurry.

UPDATE: APRIL 17, 2025

RFK Jr. Another link. This shit is really bad. I'll add more details when I have the energy.

UPDATE: APRIL 24, 2025

RFK Jr.'s autism study to amass medical records of many Americans

The autism study is planning to link confidential data "with broad coverage in the U.S. population" in one place for the first time.

Fuck.

Update: April 26, 2025: It’s been refused

Update: April 28, 2025: The Section 504 lawsuit threat seems to be dropped for the time being, at least the argument in it that 504 is unconstitutional and should be removed from 17 states. Instead they are going to just argue to remove gender dysphoria from the list of protected conditions. Here's the updated case.

Update: May 23, 2025: So the "The One, Big, Beautiful Bill" (that is the bill's legit name; I am not calling it beautiful myself) passed the house. Now it goes on to Senate. The biggest threat to disability is the cutting down Medicaid, something so many disabled people rely on. Although I did read the whole bill myself, I am not the most lawfully literate so I recommend doing your own research. The bill itself is linked at the top of the post.

Update: August 27th, 2025:

Florida ends certificates of completion for students with disabilities

Florida is changing how students with disabilities graduate high school.

Update: September 4th, 2025:

Um. respectfully, what the hell is happening in Florida?

Florida plans to become first state to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates

State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, who announced the decision, cast current requirements in schools and elsewhere as “immoral” intrusi

Update: October 2nd, 2025

Sorry, guys. A lot of shit has been happening in the USA, especially regarding the autistic community. I am aware but haven't had the time to create an update to each statement or order that has come out. I will find links to read when I have the mental energy. Fam, it's bad out here.

+ the government shut down last night.

Update: October 14th, 2025

They shut down the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). Fck.

Update: November 21st, 2025

Disinformation on CDC website regarding autism and vaccines. This is so dangerous for them to be doing; please listen to actual medical professionals and take care of your health, guys. (Also this happened a bit ago but the government is no longer shut down.)

[magpiemagica]

Nya's Hair Post Redesign

Rewatching the early seasons of Ninjago with my dad and realizing just how much I really mourn Nya's old hairstyle. I know it sounds silly but I'm being serious. I'm a costume designer; I can't help it lol!

Like- since the ponytail redesign, her and Pixal (only female ninja from the OG series) have the same hairstyle and silhouette. Sora has a ponytail too but it isn't the same mold and she comes with her headphones. So it doesn't feel repetitive. Same with Skylor and Euphrasia.

I wish they would change up Nya's hair to something more unique to her, even if they don't bring the bob from earlier seasons back. She is such an important character that her reusing Pixal's hair doesn't feel right?

Anyway, here are some ideas of Lego hairstyles (that are practical for ninja work) that maintain Nya's original straight hair texture while also setting her apart from other prominent female characters.

The two on the top left and right are my personal favorites; the left reminds me of her early season look and the right looks like an evolution of her current look in the new seasons.

Or what would be cool is if she got a new sculpt all together!

I love these bangs but would love to see this hair in a high ponytail. Straight bangs to me are quintessentially Nya <3.

(Or if LEGO Ninjago really doesn't want to change up Nya's look, they could change up Pixal's. I would prefer they don't, as she has had the same hair since the season she was introduced but it would help make both her and Nya's designs/minifigs more unique. If I were to change her hair to a premade sculpt, it would probably be one of the examples listed below. I love the idea of twists that look like wires (like most of fandom lol) but since she isn't Black-coded and has straight hair in canon, I tried to keep that og texture. I don't wish to retcon anything.)

(Buns could be a good option. )

[autisticadvocacy]

The new work requirements rule may take health care away from millions of disabled people. Check out our plain language explainer to learn all about this new rule and how you can take action to protect health care by writing a public comment! https://autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/medicaid-work-requirements-learn-more-and-take-action

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Worried about how work requirements might affect you? Our plain language resource can help you take action by writing a public comment: https://autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/medicaid-work-requirements-learn-more-and-take-action 

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Public comments for the Medicaid work requirement rule are due this week, by July 31st. Take action today to protect Medicaid! https://autisticadvocacy.org/2026/07/medicaid-work-requirements-learn-more-and-take-action

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[therantingsocialscientist]

Some more context:

People Are Calling Meta Ray-Bans "Pervert Glasses"

On Bluesky, users quickly embraced the term "pervert glasses" to refer to Meta's Ray Ban smart glasses, following a shocking investigation.

The Backlash Is So Strong That People With "Pervert Glasses" Are Afraid to Use Them in Public

Meta's camera-equipped "AI Glasses" are so divisive that some adopters are reportedly leaving their expensive smart glasses at home.

[magpiemagica]

Kara in the sun ☀️

The weather this summer has been so hot oh my gosh 😭. I mean- summer is usually hot but not this much. More often than not, when I go outside it feels like I am stepping into an oven and I end up getting burnt (although that’s probably just the fault of my genetics lol). Hoping everyone is staying cool and taking care of themselves ❤️. Also the wildfires in Canada (and France I think). The air pollution from those ended up moving down to where I live and it looked like Silent Hill for a few days. So surreal 😶‍🌫️.

[magpiemagica]

Picked up bulletin at mass.

Sees image they used on the cover.

…It is AI generated 😭😭😭

(Hoping this is just a mistake on the part of the people who make the week’s program. And that it will not happen again. I’m not sure how old they are or how much they know about AI. It just caught me very off guard. At first I couldn’t tell if the painting of Jesus was generated or digital modern art but after talking it through with my mom, the odds lean towards AI generated. Catholics, we have around 2000 years of rich history and art to pull from! There is no reason to be using AI in our programs! It sucks you can’t even escape Gen AI even at church 😓. Again, I’m giving the benefit of doubt that was a mistake and will be just a one time thing.)

Curious, has anyone else experienced Gen AI images used in their house of worship or religious communities? What is the attitude towards it?

My church (Latin Rite/Roman 🇻🇦) is critical (ex: Pope Leo’s “Magnifica Humanitas” encyclical letter) but I’d imagine within everyday community members the attitude towards recreational and generative AI varies a bit more?

[luniberry]

Mirror Mi dolls releasing July 1st for 30$ 🩷🩵💜🤍

Who else wants them?? So pretty! Each doll represent an emotion!

[magpiemagica]

50/50 honestly.

I am tempted to get one but before I make any decisions, I want to see the answers to a lot of my questions. Like- what clothes fit them? What shoes fit them? Do they fit Barbie or Rainbow High? What do they look like next to other dolls? What do their bodies look like undressed? Hair type? Articulation? I’m very picky with getting dolls for myself so I want to make sure that I know exactly what I am buying.

I’m also someone who loves redressing my dolls so if I do get a Mirror Mi doll, I want to make sure she is compatible with my current doll wardrobe. I don’t have a massive collection so I want to make sure I will have options for her! And room of course lol.

Even if I don’t get any, I will be on the look for their accessories second hand >:3. Maybe I will wait for a bit to see if they eventually appear at discount stores like Ross or TJ Maxx?

Shai is my favorite. Her lolita style is so cute, I love her variety of fabrics, and sheep purse. Also her natural hair color makes her the most versatile, alongside Akiko. Luna is probably be my second favorite of the line up.

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[magpiemagica]

Just watched Sony’s GOAT on Netflix. And wow 🤯

I hope everyone involved with that movie feels so satisfied with what they made. It had some overly quick pacing, which my dad attributes that to Gen Alpha attention spans being shorter. But besides that, it is a REALLY damn good movie. Strong 8/10!

GOAT has a repetitive plot on paper. Down on his luck guy who always dreamed of being a sports star gets signed unto his favorite team who is having a slump. I mean, that has to be at least half of sports movies lol. But where GOAT sets itself apart is it’s gorgeous visuals, immersive world, witty dialogue, killer soundtrack, and SO much heart and charm 🩷.

Gabrielle Union as Jett is a big stand out for me. The whole cast shines but Jett is my fav. She, like the protagonist, falls into a common sports movie archetype, the “washed out” GOAT. It’s a refreshing switch to see a mentor/rookie dynamic between a younger man and older woman. Her and Will’s relationship is one of the emotional cores of the movie and they share the screen so well together.

One of the most underrated parts of the movie is the dialogue and writing. Social media is used in a casual way that does not feel “how do you do fellow kids”, so to speak. The characters talk like people I would meet on real life (with the exception of the ever eccentric Modo). There are not many kids animated movies that use AAVE and slang correctly but GOAT is a clear example of it being doing it right. Generally, African-American culture in general is on full display here and I can’t imagine how many refrences I missed watching as a non-Black person. I’ve never been into sports (not in any fanbases, picked most stuff up through cultural osmosis) but you can tell the writers know this subculture inside and out. Sneaker and jersey culture, rivalries, chants, news coverage, legacy, trading, the fans. The script is just so thorough in so many ways!

Overall, GOAT took a repetitive concept and turned it into something truly special. Recommend anyone into animated movies or sports gives it a watch!

(SONY animation has been killing it the past few movies and I think I know why. It is because they listen to artists and let them do their jobs, to be creatives. The passion of the team in films like Spiderverse, K-pop Demon Hunters, and GOAT emanates from the screen! I wish Disney could take a look at their competitor and learn a thing or two. Creativity and excitement is infectious!)

[josketches]

copy, moon joy!

[magpiemagica]

Received “Autism Barbie” (I named her Zoe 💗) from my mom as an early Valentine’s Day gift 🥹.

(I love her so much but cmon Mattel! You couldn’t hem the bottom of her dress 🙃? The fabric is already starting to fray. This doll also came with one piece of hair the went down to her hips; like the Equestria Girls dolls. I had no trouble fixing her hair but it still was a bit of a surprise. Just wanted to share in case these things are a dealbreaker and cause honestly, I know Mattel as one of the biggest toy companies in the world can do better. This is why I don’t buy new dolls from you 😵‍💫)

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Raine (left) and Kara (right) bundling up inside ❄️💨

The weather this week has been pretty chilly. I think at one point it was down to like -10 degrees F or something. On Friday, all my classes cancelled because it was so cold. At least the snow is pretty 🩵

Please stay warm and take care of yourself guys, especially if you are from a place in the US where this kinda weather is not common 🙏!

[beardedmrbean]

2016 wasn't all that bad, we did have him

[magpiemagica]

I was just going through my grade school sketchbooks and found this gem of a drawing 😭😭

[exsmallbun]

LOOK WHAT I FOUND TODAYYYYY!!!!!! this is the most exciting thing I’ve like everrrrrrr seennnnn oh my goodnessss!!! Representation is so importantttttt🤭🤭🥹🥹

[one-time-i-dreamt]

Not a dream

If any of you are from Venezuela, I hope you are okay

I am thinking of you

[ootpositivity]

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT'S OUT OF TOUCH THURSDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[rollii]

friend: what type of music do you listen to?

me: it’s complicated