City Weekly · A And E
Big Shiny Robot: Inviting people into fandoms through “gateopening.”
Sharing love for creative work through positivity and the opposite of “gatekeeping”
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Lucasfilm I’ve given myself a number of summer challenges this year: reading, movies, writing, etc. They’re all going swimmingly. But I have another one I want to add and I’m inviting you all to join me. This summer, I’ve decided to share things that bring me joy with those around me.
There’s a caveat to that challenge, though: When I share this love, I’m not allowed to pass on any negativity or bad vibes while I’m doing it. I’m challenging you to do the same.
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