That’s fascinating. I know about the English etymology, which comes from “cuckoo” because a number of species are nest parasites. Do you have any sources? I love etymological history.

You’re setting yourself on fire to keep her warm. You both agree she needs help, which is great, but she’s doing nothing beyond that, which is not great. On top of that, I’m seeing a lot of manipulation. She accuses you of trying to manipulate her into feeling guilty, which is literally what she is doing to you. This is not a healthy relationship; a good partnership will build both parties up. She needs to work on herself, alone, before you continue any sort of relationship with her. You need an exit strategy before she affects your health any further.

Because then they can scream about open borders knowing that their base is either too dumb to know or doesn’t want to know the truth.

Turning point USA is Charlie Kirk’s (I think) organization. It’s your typical right-wing “you’re anti-capitalist, yet you live in a capitalist society. Curious.”

Toilet paper USA is that format, but with Charlie Kirk’s head subtly photoshopped (maybe).

OUTLAW DIFFERENT COUNTRY! WOOOO

Even if they knew someone who died, they insisted it wasn’t covid, even to the point of keeping it off death certificates.

We do have “poultry” as a catch-all for domestic birds. Not exactly the same as beef/cow, but definitely has a Norman connection.