Men, what would you think of a woman if they were forward with you and asked you out on a date.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 4, 2018:

Your poll questions are a little skewed. I answered 'right on' because I see it as normal when you treat people as people.

KY gel lubricant...... use it?

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 4, 2018:

I bet the commercial was written by a guy!

My final raising of the season.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 3, 2018:

They're a work of art!

My butterfly feeder.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 3, 2018:

That's a cool re-use idea. Will butterflies also feed on the banana peels on the ground?

You can sway 1000 men

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 3, 2018:

A scary thought, but it 'feels' true.

Having fun with Bigfoot LOL

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 3, 2018:

They should at least pick up after themselves.

Lawn Care and Gardening Myths One of the myths I have heard since I was just a lad was that you ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

Don't water it. Plant something useful. I commented before reading other comments. Is there a native grass you could use?

Sorry, I keep thinking of more: Frank Zappa: Dumb All Over and When the Lies So Big! [youtube.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

An older brother was a big Zappa fan. I got to listen to a lot of him.

Yikes! Since it's become a tradition to post here.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

I guess I need to comment. I'll wait.

Last month, I went and got a scoop of mushroom compost for my little bitty garden.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

Funny. You must have a good character. If you need to get a load of mulch again, put a section of chain-link fence flat in the bed, place your tarp over that (if you want to), and the mulch on top of that. Unload the same as before, but tie the rope to the chain-link fence. A redneck taught me that.

Unfun moment of the day.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

I know you keep up with new contraptions. They make flashlights now for when the moon's not working.

I am planning a bicycle camping trip in mid August, 45 miles per day.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 2, 2018:

The right shoe can be all the difference in enjoying yourself or hating your trip. I have a fairly wide foot, so had to get my shoes online. The brand is Lake.

Glass mosaic.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 1, 2018:

What animal is s/he holding? I can look at it a while.

New theory suggests Pluto may be a giant comet

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 1, 2018:

I want a T-shirt.

Another frosty morning. Fires stoked lil chick snuggled up by the fire. ☺

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 1, 2018:

You paint a pretty picture.

Big day in the garden couldn't resist.

AstralSmoke comments on Jul 1, 2018:

Do you grow all your herbs as well?

Back from vacation!! Did you miss me?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 30, 2018:

Yes, it is beautiful, thanks for the reminder. I knew you were on vacation, and I might have even quickly thought about you a couple of times, but not really miss ;-)

I had forgotten that one of my buddies had given me 5 Samia cynthia caterpillars last fall.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 29, 2018:

It’s wonderful when they’re cooperative!

With three young women I mentored, I hiked Icicle Gorge trail near Leavenworth today for four miles.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 28, 2018:

You're doing some good things. I'm sure they appreciate you more than they can show.

An interesting read about the stages of genocide.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I'm assuming that several stages can occur simultaneously?

Are you inflated or deflated with your friends?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Yes, I will inflate and deflate with my friends. It sounds breathtaking.

Can someone please explain the difference between hovered and visited?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

There is no difference if you hover too long.

Do you feel weary from current terms for world politics?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Not the terms, just the politics.

Now we can caption our photos! Thank you, Agnostic.com

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

You do have a nice ass.

It’s National Kissing Day!

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I love kisses (on the lips) not the slobbery ones your grandma gives you. I've never kissed anyone.

Tuesday morning at 3:30am.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Looks eerie.

MJ Hegar - Doors - YouTube

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

More ads like that and maybe there will be progress made.

For all the level 7 and 8's. Have we evolved?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 26, 2018:

The crowds change. It's a different site than it was in the 'good ol' days'. It's becoming less addictive. I don't have a need to talk about religions, but I never have. I'm sorry you feel this way because I do to.

Ever feel like this in the morning??? [giphy.com]

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 25, 2018:

Which one?

For that special California girl that walks tbe beach.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 25, 2018:

Never heard that before. My video must be broken. Did she ever step on the white shapes?

What Do you Think About Monday's?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 25, 2018:

Monday's what?

Call me an asshole, but I am blocking any and all Trump supporters on here.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 25, 2018:

Yes, it makes me want to run and hide sometimes. I have to keep reminding myself ... I have two ARMs!

Pretty classic caterpillar damage to the Virginia creeper vines that grow up the outside of my ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Ooh! I do love a good mystery.

Winter blossom

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

That's a really fuzzy flower. Bet it's difficult to not touch.

Frosty morning ☺

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Just the beginning?

Somebody sent me this, oh how to start your day LOL enjoy??? [youtu.be]

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

I want to give it 20 thumbs up! One will have to do.

To thrive in life.?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Dang it, just threw my wishbone out!

Happy happy camper☺

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Makes me smile!

[scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net] spidey action

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Really nice. The spider and the web are fuzzy! Did you take this one?

All packed for my summer road trip!

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Are you coming this far east? ;-)

Have you noticed a decline in writing skills?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 24, 2018:

I'm sorry your daughter finds art museums boring. They are more interesting to me than books. I guess it takes all types. :-)

Have you noticed a decline in writing skills?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

My thoughts about what exactly? I'm no English professor and English has never been my favorite subject and although I taught English to Germans for a few years, I don't consider myself a linguist. My kids can't read cursive very easily. They don't write anymore, they type. They are learning sentence structure and stuff (sort of, they're ten). I don't think I'm qualified to answer.

A few birds from Songkhla province area 1.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

An especially nice photo of the black-shouldered kite! I wish I could fly ... I think.

From the garden to the table. Zucchini Bread

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

I feel the balance shifting. I've gotta try to bake ... someday.

The local paper published two of my bird photos in today's edition! And they only referred to me as...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

The poopers! That's really cool though!

Potted 175 papaya seedlings this evening

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

Oh my gosh! You got them all potted! What's next?

Another mommy from the game cam.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

What sort of critter is that? In Pennsylvania? What's a game cam? ;-)

Cool mornings make for slow insects! I doubt I would have been able to get a pic of this robber fly...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

I guess it hasn't gotten that cool here lately. Great phone pic!

The journey of a painting (with 1000 strokes) begins with the first stroke.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 23, 2018:

A place I’d love to visit.

I just received a phone call from another rehabber that I frequently work with.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

Have to love a good mystery!

How clean does your house have to be?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

You're a Honeydew!

Question: is anybody else having a problem with the like button?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

Every like button seems to like me OK! But I wouldn't take it personally if one like button decided it was in its best interest to not like me.

This should settle it...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

How about the god particle?

Its 2 am... how come your up?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

'Up' can be subjective. I was watching the latest, greatest adventures of discarding Edward's trash projected against the back of his eyelids.

What's your thought of making any new level 7 automatically a member of this group vs having them ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

If you make it mandatory, it makes it more difficult to quite.

Has Duchamp’s Final Work Harbored a Secret for Five Decades? [news.artnet.com]

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 22, 2018:

Very deep thinker. “As far as I can tell, he would say yes to everything. He wouldn’t deny it, for sure. But then the answer wouldn’t lead you to any real closure.”

Auld Lang Syne [youtu.be]

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

I'd drink a glass of wine for old times sake. Nice. I've never read the 'English' translation before. I must admit I'm still not sure what this songs about.

Road Rage by Trump Supporter

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

I need more information.

Wagner-Rogers Bill

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Doesn't make it any more 'right' now.

Farmers know this, Gardeners know this and everybody else seems to think that food just magically ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

It's been raining today. Everything can continue being happy.

All on a Sunday, this pastor delivered a sermon, took out an active shooter and expertly treated the...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Can't read the Post, but I'll comment anyway. With my highly trained background ... not, This would be my take: If someone is shooting people and I have a weapon, I'm going to neutralize the shooter as quickly as possible and that probably means killing her/him. This minister was trained to do this and he obviously did an outstanding job.

This is very interesting.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

It sounds simple and it is ... sort of. Timing is everything. Plant the beans last.

The Illuminations of Hannah Arendt

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

"We must resist the temptation to opt out of politics and to assume that nothing can be done in face of all the current ugliness, deception and corruption." Reading homework? You weren't at one time a teacher, were you?

This is so sad what is wrong with people.?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

It's safer for the dogs!

What happens when you don't pay your bill.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Girl, it's so dark in here I can't see my hand in front of my face.

My relatives in WV are tired of being abducted, thanks Trump for Space Force.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

I didn't count the number of times he said 'you know', but there was a lot of them in the first 30 sec. You know.

Texas sheriff refuses to help feds guard migrant children tent city, saying ‘it’s wrong’ - The...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

I must have reached my limit with Wash Post. Can't read it. Yeah for sheriff! I understand why it makes the news in Texas.

Legal weed? The stay home and relax cure.?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

You'll love it Bob! You'll come up with some really cool ideas while you're staring at the tube!

The door to part of my world.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Alrighty. Thanks for commenting @hankster. My turn. This is documentation. Everything in this photo has it's own story. For instance, the dirt mark on the bottom right of the door is made by my dog when he opened the door (if it wasn't latched). Everything has a story.

I’m doing that thing with the zucchinis again....😂😜

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

You must have a good size freezer!

Studied linguistics at UT. Now teaching ESL.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Seems like you're stewed in alphabet soup? :-)

Art and human frailty

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Was this hospital built by Freemasons? Bonito toque deelegancia COK ZOR YAPIM

Okay, a funny story for you: When I was in my 20's I worked in a pretty cool nightclub in an English...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I've never heard of them before. I understand why you would have been worried receiving such mail. "You are no longer welcomed in the House of the Lord."

@Admin, why can I no longer hover, and why are the numbers of my new visitors not going down after I...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Oh, HippieChick, you can hover. It's a new thingamabob; you just can't see that you're hovering! ;-)

I wanted to post about this before I begin reading/listening to the news and lose my train of ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I agree, it used to be a family responsibility, but no longer. People take jobs all over the country and it's not so easy to relocate and sacrifice your job in order to take care of your mom or dad. It must be really scary for some with no backup system in place. I view this as part of the bigger problem with health care here in the US. Other countries take much better care of their citizens than our 3rd world country does.

My latest release

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

They sure are beautiful creatures.

Vacation Time!! Leaving around noon to travel across the US to Yellowstone and back.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Wow, that looks really nice. Have fun!

I just squealed like a little girl.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

That is pretty awesome!

Summertime

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I'd say you've been out a little two long. You're bleached!

I k we have accumulated a lot of inactive account.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Why do you want to cull the herd?

Jeder andere spricht Deutsch?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Nur ein bischen, aber Ich ubungen brauche.

I k its good to eat I wouldn't unless an expert confirmed it .

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I've never heard or seen (as far as I know) this before. Don't think I'd eat it unless confirmed by an expert though.

Earthships: Meet a Community in New Mexico Living in Incredible Off-The-Grid Homes Built From Trash ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I like this guy and many of his concepts. He's so .... unconventional.

How to find a baby monarch caterpillar: It is possible to raise monarchs from eggs, and many ...

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

A monarch farmer! Really cool.

You ever pay the 10% church tithes?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I like the idea of tithing (not to a church though). I give at least 10% of what I grow to the neighborhood critters. I give more than 10% of my time to family, friends, or whomever might need my help. I'd love to be able (someday) to live on 1% of what I make and 'tithe' the rest to those that might need it. I think it's a good way to think.

My mantra is "this too shall pass.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Bickering among family. It's all good. Just need to air out our minds.

How humid is it outside your house? Ugh!

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Weather seems to be the topic of the day here. (Not just your posts). When I was driving to pick up my twins yesterday it had rained for a very short time. Steam was coming off the roads and any paved parking lots etc. Must be at least 110% humidity. Lovely, isn't it?

I posted these pics in photography group but felt this belongs to the entire community.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Why do we do this, then and now? Why do we allow it?

"orchid II", Oil on Canvas, 24" X 24", $500

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Looks very sexual to me. I know, minds in the gutter. I like sex!

How do you feel about the smell of a cigar in the morning.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I don't like cigar smells; pipe can be very wonderful though.

Huge, toxic weed found for first time in Virginia, experts say - The Washington Post

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

This article is written like a fake news article. I'm guessing it's not though? I really don't like invasive weeds or people!

Ever dated your next door neighbors friend?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I'll take your advice on this one Bob, in case it should ever present itself.

You got a secret crush on this forum. How many?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

No secret crushes. Just keeping my eyes, ears, tongue, fingers, nose on standby.

Whats it look like at 5:15 in the morning?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Dark

Which one is your favorite breakfast? My favorite is eggs but also love oatmeal.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Grits, eggs, bacon and toast.

Montana waterfall. Oil on panel.

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 19, 2018:

A lot of motion. I especially like the rippling water effect going up the tree trunks.

I like this chart

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I haven't heard of the Swedish Torch before. Thanks.

'Iron Clad Beetle'...on the base of the tree in my Fairy Garden....

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 18, 2018:

An impressive bug!

Here's something in the works... ideas for another "like" type or two?

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I'd like a 'love' button possible for profile photos. I know that's off-topic.

"orchid I", oil on canvas, 24" X 24", $500

AstralSmoke comments on Jun 18, 2018:

Very nice. Reminds me of an insect (and an orchid).