Sending Life to the Stars: Scientists Contemplate Launching Tiny Lifeforms Into Interstellar Space...

Robecology comments on Jan 8, 2022:

Many don't know the geologic history of earth. Our oceans were formed largely due to unusually large collections of comets...mostly large chunks of H2O ice - bombarding early earth - billions of years ago. Scientists have recently conjectured; could these chunks of ice at one time belonged to other watery planets - that exploded? Huge chunks - many miles and/or kilometers in diameter - then flash froze in space - freezing any life forms that had evolved. It's called the theory of Panspermia. And it's good evidence that DNA - even life forms like the Octopus and Nautilus and the Waterbear - came from other worlds...far away - and a long time ago; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panspermia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH3ABle9k7A

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert - Hospitality Industry Deploys Robots To Combat The Great ...

Robecology comments on Jan 8, 2022:

Funny stuff...great way to start the day....and he even hit on the reason I prefer news from a comedian rather than a serious news-caster! The Capital Round Up of Insurrectionists....wow!

Madalyn Murray O'Hair --

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Her life was filled with tormentors and hateful people. Even the few commorative statues that were built for her were desecrated. She was a bold, outspoken leader in a time when it was dangerous to say you weren't religious. She was murdered by her son. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madalyn_Murray_O'Hair

Hey, it's a theory.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Malthus in his essay on population explained Hitler's rise to power. Thomas Malthus warned that without any checks, population would theoretically grow at an exponential rate, rapidly exceeding its ability to produce resources to support itself. Malthus argued that an exponentially growing population will self-correct through war, famine, and disease. https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Sociology/Introduction_to_Sociology/Book%3A_Sociology_(Boundless)/17%3A_Population_and_Urbanization/17.02%3A_Population_Growth/17.2D%3A_Malthus_Theory_of_Population_Growth

For Sidney Poitier, who died Jan 7. Good movie and song. 1967 [m.youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Great movie, great music. Guess Who's Coming to Dinner was another great one of his; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rg1pnX3nYc8

From the soundtrack of the 1982 Oscar winning film Gandhi, composed and played by Ravi Shankar.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Loved Ravi....saw him live and close-up in the 60's...His smile and nodding to his band and to us was infectious.

My doc and x-rays confirmed that my fall Tuesday didn’t break anything.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

So this happened in New Jersey. I had relatives there and visited you a lot then. Was it outdoors? Did snow or ice come in to play?

A year ago we nearly had a violent overthrow of our national Government.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Here's the link to Stephen Colbert's monologue - which highlighted Biden's response. Impressive. Thanks again, Bill; https://youtu.be/7NUEW6VG2-s

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert - Biden Takes The Gloves Off, Tears Into The Former President ...

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

Colbert nails it again. Thanks! I was glued to this one...I even watched the follow-up interview with John Dickerson. I'll be sharing both on FB. Wow.

Please consider this post a online petition to change the image on the entry page to this web site.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

@Creative51 Not sure what image you're referring to? Maybe you can post it for us?

😁No complaints from South Florida 😁

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

LOL! I moved to Florida in 77....I miss upstate NY....I miss ice skating and skiing...but I don't miss watching my car skid on the ice or experiencing slips and/or falls on the stuff; I'm stealing that meme; and here's one for you;

Hi, I am new to the forum.

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

We generally feel sorry for those who are still stuck in the brainwash of Religion...but kudos for coming here and attempting to learn our POV's. Welcome....and I'm hoping you learn that "believing in the Bible is IRRational. Read these memes....

Beau of the Fifth Column - Let's talk about Hannity, Fox, and ethics.... [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 7, 2022:

If you ever read a sily thing by Fox News, just type #FauxNews....the hashtagged word set becomes a link to some very funny former posts by others. Try it on Facebook,,,,,I''m not sure what happens here...

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert - Hannity's Role In Jan 6th Planning Revealed | Stephen's Song ...

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2022:

I'm really enjoying Colbert's coverage of the news...thanks, Bill!

Dostoyevsky

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2022:

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/05/1070199411/5-takeaways-from-the-capitol-riot-criminal-cases-one-year-later?utm_source=facebook.com=social=nprnews=politics=IwAR3uCVG45NFUzWDrlvknoA9oAKMX6Ykpoql-zLFrLmaCAc1v_Yo0phFU2EE

On one of my walks today I discovered this very unique piece of petrified wood.

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2022:

Nice. Those lines look like tree rings?

The Real Tragedy of Jan.

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2022:

The details of the invasion are shocking; https://www.npr.org/2022/01/05/1070199411/5-takeaways-from-the-capitol-riot-criminal-cases-one-year-later?utm_source=facebook.com=social=nprnews=politics=IwAR3uCVG45NFUzWDrlvknoA9oAKMX6Ykpoql-zLFrLmaCAc1v_Yo0phFU2EE

How Did The Big Bang Arise Out of Nothing: [sciencealert.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

What if I told you that the "Big Bang" 1. Was noiseless 2. Was only one of many 3. Was the theoretical start of this universe - which might just be an atom inside of a molecule inside of a substance inside of an even bigger universe which, in turn... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKnpPCQyUec

The Real Tragedy of Jan.

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

I concur. So sad and disheartening to watch Trump and his family parade around free.

MSNBC - Watch Rachel Maddow Highlights: Jan. 4 [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

In other words...Trump, Hannity and company have dodged yet another bullet. Sick of this.

I've been a member for a week now and I've noticed a few things.

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

Two things about your opinion that might be tied together; 1. Feeling like a fifth wheel just might not work if you're at a computer typing or even dictating responses... I suggest that you jump right in to any conversation that strikes your interest; if your comments are impressive you'll become a fourth wheel...if not you'll be ignored...NBD...and by all/any means...block and report the rude/nasty/arrogant folk....male or female. 2. You find that "some of the men on here are downright mean"....funny...as a man I've found the opposite to be true...but that's probably just a sexual thing - But - when I check my blocked list I, too have 4 out of 5 blocked folk being males...so maybe it's just a "guy" thing to fall in to a rude thing easier?. In any case...welcome!

[bbc.

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

Sorry; it doesn't work in other parts of the world; "BBC iPlayer only works in the UK. Sorry, it’s due to rights issues.". copied from the intro. Here's a YouTube "Startalk" of his from Dec. 10th; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvyYj3vy4dA Another one from a few days earlier; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2RbfrpULIA

Her last word was Allen…

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2022:

I'm afraid there were no last words. I heard/read that it was a simple passing in her sleep.

MSNBC - Watch Rachel Maddow Highlights: Jan. 3 [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 4, 2022:

Meh....I shut her off early last night. It pisses me off that there seems to be no progress against Trump.

I have had cause to explore the emotion of jealousy recently.

Robecology comments on Jan 4, 2022:

Jealousy...what a sad, immature emotion. Please read and absorb these memes;

Ricotta al Forno.

Robecology comments on Jan 3, 2022:

@MsKathleen So it's a Ricotta and Parmegan pie? I'm thinking of adding Spinach and I have some blue cheese and provolone.. should I puree it first? Shred it? raw? cooked? How do you recommend? Add the other cheeses? Thanks In advance.

Alright now... who knows what happened ?

Robecology comments on Jan 3, 2022:

Dogs think we're gods. Cats think they're gods.

Iron Integral to the Development of Complex Life on Earth – And the Possibility of Life on Other ...

Robecology comments on Jan 3, 2022:

Indeed....and before the great "Oxygenation" dissolved Iron compounds gave the new oceans a green color. Watch; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfovimAa16o

Feast Your Eyes on The Last Hubble Pic For 2021 – A Distant, Smirking Galaxy A fitting end to ...

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

And for those who are desiring to follow the James Webb Scope progress; click here; https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/content/webbLaunch/whereIsWebb.html

So sad to say we won't be celebrating Betty White's 100th birthday this January 17th.

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

And here's one I found that really shows her wisdom;

Don’t pander to your sweet tooth is easier said than done.

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

in these days of sugar and overeating addictions....I'll take any advice I can find! Watch the Country Get Fatter in One Animated Map http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/map_of_the_week/2013/04/obesity_in_america_cdc_releases_gif_of_epidemic_over_time.html

May all of us see the best this coming year...

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

Truth!

Hold faithfulness and sincerity as first principles. - Confucius

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

Faith....as in believing in something unvalidated? Unproven? Yea, he was confused then and he's sill confused.

Behold, the Deepest-Dwelling Squid Known to Science: [hakaimagazine.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

Shared on FB. i posted;"And for you deep-sea scientists who get pissed off every time they discover a new species in the place where we dump our most toxic wastes?"

First post of the New Year, same resolution as every year for the last 43 years.

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

2019 Statistics 8% of participants failed to keep any resolutions. And 57% chose not to make a New Year's resolution for 2019. The most popular resolutions going into 2019 were to exercise more (59%), eat healthier (54%), save money (51%), and lose weight (48%). https://discoverhappyhabits.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/

This New Years Eve TV ad from a pet food store chain made me laugh.

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2022:

LOL....shared on FB!

Christmas Lights at the Botanical Gardens

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2021:

I was a volunteer for Heathcote Botanical gardens in Fort Pierce, Florida (east coast, near Orlando)...and I was blown away by the incredible miniature iight-decorating of the Bonsai. Take a virtual tour (of the Bonsai, without the lights) here...it's the largest collection in the U.S.! Post-pic load....I'm so sad that the images still don't get loaded in the correct orientation.WTF, @Admin? https://www.heathcotebotanicalgardens.org/garden-rooms/james-j-smith-bonsai-gallery/

Grow your own sprouts.

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2021:

Sprouting my sprouts as soon as I get home!

Venn diagram

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2021:

More Venns...the last one is purely tongue-in-cheek!

Just had a news flash, Betty White died...another truth, the good die too young...

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2021:

Sad. So sad. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/31/arts/television/betty-white-dead.html

Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell convicted of sex trafficking [insider.

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2021:

Remember she was the one who set the 13 year old up for Trump; https://www.snopes.com/news/2016/06/23/donald-trump-rape-lawsuit/

Here's a real-time link from NASA showing anyone the progress being made on the flight of the JWST.

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2021:

Still going at 0.49 miles per second....wow!

Has anyone installed a tankless water heater?

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2021:

A lady-friend has...and I'm not impressed. it takes a couple of minutes to run hot water - even in relatively close positions to it.

Bluebirds aren't really blue. They just look that way to us.

Robecology comments on Dec 29, 2021:

Written by a distant relative!

Add this to your cakes.

Robecology comments on Dec 29, 2021:

I rarely make bread...I even gave a bread machine to a charitable (non-religious) group....but when I do, I mix all sorts of veggies and/or fruits in. Right now I'm nursing a simple cranberry - pecan bread in the fridge! Kudos for this @Jolanta!

CBS News - Former Senator Harry Reid dies at age 82 [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 29, 2021:

I hope that the Fillibuster dies in his honor!

Dear Customer Service, Last year I upgraded from Boyfriend 5.

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2021:

Try divorce 1.1 (or 1.2 or 1.3 or 1.4)

I suggest that we might want to depose this incumbent God and start dealing with The Real World.

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2021:

We already did, (dump him). @Lilac-JadeCanada. You obviously haven't yet. Maybe these charts will help you?

What is the terminology for someone that is no longer your friend?

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2021:

Every ex-friend is a lesson. We all love to dump on ex-friends and lovers...but it says a lot about our choices - and if we don't learn the lesson we keep making the same bad choices. Describe the person as someone you cared about and "fell for". Then examine why you did that.

SciTech Daily - Largest Collection of Free-Floating Planets Found in the Milky Way ...

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2021:

If there's these many "free floating" planets that have somehow gathered enough mass to form round objects....why is anyone surprised by the alleged or supposed abundance of 'Dark matter"? Dark matter is simply dust - much of which hasn't congealed in to planets?

Watch All In With Chris Hayes Highlights: Dec. 27 - MSNBC [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2021:

Not surprised at all. And he 'prayed to god"? Wow....

I feel so bad for them...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

I just took the ornaments off of the "tree" and found these memes for the season.

I just love these memes! They are so pithy!

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

I saved the "Then-now" one to share...good ones!

Cooked pheasant underglass technically it wasn't under glass though.

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

I'm guessing the glass domed cooking kept the bird moist? It's my understanding that they can dry out fast...so I get the strategy... When I googled it - I found this; In literature, consumption of the dish is often used as a vehicle noting the wealth or extravagance of the character, or as one author described it "the hoitiest of toity cuisine". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pheasant_under_glass

I live in SE Virginia and still have one remaining Roma tomato plant that is growing leaves, ...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

Romas are almost weed-like. Very hardy. Very weather resistant! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roma_tomato

A day ago our friend @phxbillcee was 5000 points from level 10, we as a group pushed him over the ...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

@phxbillcee deserves the honor...His posts are relentless...and mostly things I love to read! Kudos, Bill, and thanks, Glenn!.

These insults are from an era “before” the English language got boiled down to 4-letter words.

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

Excellent. I've often said "Profanity is the inability of feeble-minded people to express themselves forcefully". This was copied and shared on FB. Thanks again!

South Africa's Archbishop Emeritus and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Desmond Tutu has died at 90 ...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

Sad. Great man. His best quote, IMO? Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world. Desmond Tutu. Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor. His 10 best - here; https://www.brainyquote.com/lists/authors/top-10-desmond-tutu-quotes

You bet I'm saving them, tho...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

Meh...or as Scrooge would say..."Bah...humbug" Meme away!

Unintentional truth

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2021:

Funny - when we get to that age ( I'm76 as well) you notice those things....

If we are to survive, our loyalties must be broadened further, to include the whole human community,...

Robecology comments on Dec 26, 2021:

And Carl often pointed out that we're not likely to survive much longer; Here's the English and Spanish version of a Carlism.

Walking through my field just now I had found this crude geode right on the surface of the dirt.

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2021:

Nice...Vaughn New Mexico has an interesting geologic past!

Give me that old time religion

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2021:

And leave the "drunken" for the alcheys!

Our dear friend and long time associate @phxbillcee is getting close to that exalted level 10, I I ...

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2021:

I don't know if anyone cares much about more points. It was fun going for the T shirt and pen - which came, I believe, with Level 8. But apparently the founders/originators of Agnostic dot com aren't offering anything for achieving higher point levels. Perhaps you (Glenn) or Bill can enlighten the rest of us by explaining how to discover our point totals? It's been a while for me...and I'm (allegedly) at level 9....

Simple and tasty holiday/party snack.

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2021:

Great combination! I have a taste-memory of that!

Watch NASA launch its $10 billion, game-changing James Webb Space Telescope on Christmas morning ...

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2021:

It's on the way! Thanks, Bill! Apparently it'll be put in a far-from-earth orbit so it can stay in one place in the sky. That plus it's size and the screens should result - in a few weeks or months - in a much better view of our universe than has ever been achieved!!

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation video with Lindsey Buckingham's Holiday Road theme.

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2021:

I'm surprised Christie Brinkley's face isn't up there....she was in 3 of the National Lampoon holiday spoofs! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christie_Brinkley

Happy Winter Solstice

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2021:

Yea, I almost feel bad for my colder-climate-resident brothers and sisters....I did say, "almost"...And you Aussies are about to begin a "hell" of a summer! Good luck, mates!

Good job Texas! First death from Omicron in the nation.

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2021:

Truth! Verified; https://www.reuters.com/world/us/texas-health-officials-record-first-death-related-omicron-variant-abc-news-2021-12-21/

She’ll be 100!

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2021:

Shared on Facebook. She turns 100 on January 17th, 2022. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betty_White

Words for today; "The American people are sick and tired of being afraid to speak their mind lest ...

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2021:

Someone needs to share this wisdom with Marjorie Taylor Greene https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aWoyjreq5M

MSNBC - Watch Rachel Maddow Highlights: Dec. 21 [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2021:

Hard to believe these supporters for cheating democracy exist.

SciTech Daily - Webb Space Telescope Secured Inside Ariane 5 Fairing [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2021:

The James Webb Space Telescope is a joint effort involving NASA, the European Space Agency and the Canadian Space Agency. After an additional delay, Webb is still on track to launch on Dec. 24, 2021, atop an Ariane 5 rocket from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana - on the NorthEast coast of South America! https://www.space.com/james-webb-space-telescope-hubble-images-comparison

What I if told you....

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2021:

I feel would foolish!

Laughs maniacally!

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2021:

i've already bought pockets to fit in to those gaps! They know me too well!

MSNBC - Watch All In With Chris Hayes Highlights: Dec. 20 [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2021:

They're sooooo.....slloooowwwwww.

Happiest of Holidays Everyone!

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

Tomorrow, December 21, at 10:59 AM E.D.S.T. - the earth will have reached its point of furthest tilt.! The Solstice will begin at that moment! https://www.wsj.com/articles/winter-solstice-2021-when-is-what-to-know-11640024457

Is anyone else seeing issues with the app on their iphone?

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

I don't even go to Agnostic on my phone. Either the laptop or the desktop.

A quote from an unusual source.

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

You KNOW that Robecology is gonna lke this one! Thanks, Jack!

From the 1940 musical Second Chorus, Fred Astaire & Paulette Goddard dancing to Dig It. [youtu.be]

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

Amazing, athletic dancing.

What do you think of when you think of the word integrity?

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

And there's a lot of folk out there that think that "integrity" goes hand-in-hand with being #religulous... And those of us here probably feel the opposite to be true.

Watch Rachel Maddow Highlights: Dec. 17 - MSNBC [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

I didn't know that the Republican party (?) has agreed to pay the legal bills for DJT ? What sheeple! A "disconnect"? Obviously...and the reason that Republicans still seem to me to be "out of touch"...but then most of them are #religulous....

This guy has class.

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

Thanks, @FrostyJim...Love Jacques !

Real meanings of seasonal traditions

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

Good one! Saved and will be shared (in the "spirit" of the season!)

Have you ever lost a friend then gained an old friend back?

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2021:

Two old friends from the 70's I recently gained back. Facebook is good for something!

Some quotations from the world of American sports, mostly humorous.

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

Good ones! Athletes - the leaders, the really great ones....have a great sense of humor!

Citizen science.

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

Good research! Thanks!

Citizen science.

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

Good one! Shared on FB!

From the Iranian artist Roshanak (Roshi) Khalilian.

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

Reads like psychobabble to me...

Interesting mating strategy…glad humans don’t share it!

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

Yes....we've become very refined with our "odors"....if we splash on expensive stuff from expensive bottles that make rich people even richer - that impresses folk. And for you scientists out there; here's the data; https://www.yourtango.com/201074667/5-fragrances-that-make-men-drool

HomeGoods - SNL [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2021:

So typical!

I went to El Centro, CA, on Tuesday, to hit Costco to replenish my paper products.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

Aldi has become my absolute go-to store...I used to go to Publix,,,then the Walmart stores offered decent values...but Aldi's is the best.

When the only one who can call out the BS is a kid

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

I recall feeling almost the same in "Sunday school" ss a child...it's as if those bible-school classes were put there to separate the thinkers from the followers...

Colbert's "Lord of the Rings" Rap Celebrates 20 Years Of The Greatest Trilogy In Movie History ...

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

Meh...

If they lie, fudge data, etc.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

This is important; and easier said than done. I like folk who share links...but many are sharing from the dot coms of the world..and they're in it for profit. Go to the Dot info's , the dot govs the dot orgs or the Dot Edu's for better science. https://www.usg.edu/galileo/skills/unit07/internet07_08.phtml

I love this song!

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

Now I got that tune in my head....arrrggghhhh!

Greetings fellow foodies! A holiday activity here in our cul-de-sac is sharing evening meals to ...

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2021:

Great combination of meats and spices. I love the oatmeal and whole eggs as well!

Who thinks the point system feels a little dumb

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2021:

What's "the point system" referring to? Ours?

Theme song from the 1954 movie River of No Return, with Marilyn Monroe & Robert Mitchum. [youtu.be]

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2021:

Scary how the roles were so respecting the rough He-man strategy. Wow.!

(Dang, another delay.

Robecology comments on Dec 16, 2021:

Here's the video within the article; https://youtu.be/cTqDm76VUYI