Self-care open thread—RIP Stephen Hawking

It's always gutting when singular human beings leave us. But in the case of Stephen Hawking, who was supposed to have died decades ago, every extra day he graced us with his presence was a gift from the universe. So I shall not mourn Prof. Hawking, but celebrate his improbable life.

And to all you fundamentalists who are orgasming at the thought that Prof. Hawking is boiling in the fires of Hell: If a just and merciful God exists, you may want to look into your own souls for your ultimate destination.

As always, take care of yourselves, and those around you.