Set a good example for the children

Robecology comments on Apr 27, 2019:

Or just substitute silliness...especially if you're a teacher! You cork-soaking, sock-tucker! You muffer-flusher! you piece of Slit! ....your turn....be creative!

Robecology replies on Apr 27, 2019:

@brentan I watched a few episodes...he used the real profanity...too bad he never learned Sock-Tucker! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RWE8gk6uhE

I'm sure 99% of you all get the joke. For the 1% that don't get it, .... well we can't help you.

DerrickWitness comments on Apr 26, 2019:

What does it say about me that I'm part of the 99%?

Robecology replies on Apr 27, 2019:

You owe us 1% an explanation?

We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when.... [video.fmia1-2.fna.fbcdn.net]

Jolanta comments on Apr 27, 2019:

What do you mean, we meet again, we haven't even met yet.

Robecology replies on Apr 27, 2019:

It was a video of DJT riding the A bomb as it was falling...and playing the tune "We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when...." Sorry it expired.... I found the original...someone cleverly put DJT's face on the image of the "cowboy riding the bomb" from this great movie... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15YgdrhrCM8

We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when.... [video.fmia1-2.fna.fbcdn.net]

Allamanda comments on Apr 27, 2019:

I get "url expired" on link

Robecology replies on Apr 27, 2019:

It was a video of DJT riding the A bomb as it was falling...and playing the tune "We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when...." Sorry it expired....It was this scene...with the image of DJT riding "the bomb" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15YgdrhrCM8

Is The Universe Expanding Faster Than We Thought? [youtu.be]

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Wow...and I thought religion was wacko....them Cosmologists have some scary predictions...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Charlene Actually I think they've made a bunch of calculation errors....and that the apparent concept - that the rate of expansion is increasing - is a fault, or error, created by the illusion of the light-doppler effect. I think they're just misreading the shift. I support the fluctuating universe theory; that suggests the expansion that's happening now will slow down...then reverse...and all the matter will come together to an infinite point - to "big-bang" again... But; as the scientist says at the end of the video; we won't find out the facts for many years to come...and we'll all be gone by then....so your point is well taken.

Part of a road trip to Joshua Tree last year. This was in the Palm Springs area.

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I, too was amazed at all the wind-farm production going up out there. You're very brave to take a pic looking directly in to the sun...not good for the camera....

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@LB67 Iphone? They seem to have the better camera.

[alternet.

dan325 comments on Apr 24, 2019:

I think the "POS" part explains it.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@dan325 Sorry, Dan...you're among friends..but I've been called brutally honest...so....my apologies. You just set me back with the comment...like I said...I expected better from you.

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

jerry99 comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I like Joe and I like Bernie, but...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@dan325 Ahhh...you remembered! I'm honored! Well, I don't know about you but I was raised to respect age and wisdom as things that grew together. I see Bernie as far more wise that DJT...and while Joe is a "wise-guy" I see a little bit of the immature player in him....in fact I found this interesting article about Joe in the Rolling Stone - good analytics...and no "name-calling"... https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/joe-biden-weed-war-drugs-candidate-2020-827319/

Men aren't trash, women aren't crazy.

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Men are males...Women are females. One can be trash, and/or crazy in one person's eyes, and a treasure/pillar of sanity in another. I don't buy the "everyone's damaged" nor the "everyone needs healing" .... some damaged more than others...but many unscathed....some are doing fine... ...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@mischl Sorry you have that view. As a 45 year retired teacher, teaching about 200 new students every year...I dare say I've been exposed to some gems, gems in the rough, and some just rude and nasty rocks... ...but I couldn't generalize to your POV. and say NOBODY leaves childhood without some damage. But the challenge of raising a sane, wise, physically and mentally healthy child, while decreasing in "developed/industrialized" nations, is increasing in "Developing/Agrarian" nations. In fact, as a demographic scientist I know that as we keep growing (158 more births than deaths per minute worldwide) our chances of being "damaged" in our childhood grows as well. ...but again....I challenge you to validate that comment about NOBODY leaving childhood without some damage. You might like this site; full of data about populations and our behaviors as a world-occupying and controlling species... http://www.poodwaddle.com

So I hear the "General Forum" was taken down...but now it's back up?

Jnei comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Yeah, you missed quite a lot. Admin suddenly announced the general forums (ie everything that isn't groups) was no more; most of us said "No! We want the general forums back!" and lo! - Admin gave us back the general forums. It was all a bit mad, but it turned out OK in the end.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Jnei No I never read that. Are you joking? I can't tell. Suppose I am a Russian scammer, and want to invest. Who do I contact?

So I hear the "General Forum" was taken down...but now it's back up?

Jnei comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Yeah, you missed quite a lot. Admin suddenly announced the general forums (ie everything that isn't groups) was no more; most of us said "No! We want the general forums back!" and lo! - Admin gave us back the general forums. It was all a bit mad, but it turned out OK in the end.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

Thanks for the update. I wonder what the budget is like for this site...no ads that I can perceive....it's gotta cost something to run this....hey, @admins....are you philanthropists? Can we invest in this? What's up?

Coming down is the hard part....

WonderWartHog99 comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Appears to be magic mushrooms, which tend to be on the gritty side. A person who bit into the pbj sandwich would instantly know from the taste there was something amiss. I know. I'm a kill joy.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

Indeed....it would be a "no-brainer" to puree those "shrooms" to a paste. or powder....but maybe the user's already lost a significant part...

Vaping on some Agent Orange in Orlando.

AncientNight comments on Apr 26, 2019:

That's a TERRIBLE name! When I hear about Agent Orange, I can only think of the cancer causing, neuro-toxin defoliant that was used during the Vietnam War. Other than that, light one up for me!

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

I concur...call it Orange Candy. Call it Orange Crush...call it Orange Cannabis...but whoever patented (?) Agent Orange is looking for a lot of conflict and doubt.

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@SeaGreenEyez "I see' said the blind man...to the deaf woman...

Not here but elsewhere and clearly showing reading English is harder for writing it for scammers.

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

@RonWilliam53; if you're going to attack the writing skills of alleged "scammers" you need to work on using proper english yourself. You wrote, above; **"Not here but elsewhere and clearly showing reading English is harder for writing it for scammers". ** ????? This is clearly not ...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@RonWilliam53 #1.My weekend is looking good...but thanks for your thoughts.. #2. You're on Agnostic.com....remember? Prayers? LOL! #3. Sorry about your "truly broken heart". I didn't mean to offend you...and if you took it offensively I do apologize; but - once again....you're just not being clear about your issue. If I may ask (without breaking your heart) how did you know she was using a pic they had stolen? or is it that they thought it was stolen? or That you thought was stolen? It's kind of murky....and I'm just suggesting you clear it up. Do you notice how I break up the paragraphs? Perhaps that will help you? If you are fine the way it is then just ignore me, and/or block me. Again...my apologies!

This is maga?

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

The military is on it. They are well aware of any illicit "training" going on. What happened in Charlottesville won't happen again.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Tooreen That's the very groups that I had in mind. I'm betting the next "citizen's uprising that shows to any publicized event will not only have the local police on it. I'm betting the FBI will be well aware of any movement of these folk... https://www.splcenter.org/hate-map

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@skado I'm getting it.....but if you go to "Post"....an icon comes up "make post" . #VictoriaNotes showed me the basics....but I'm in level 8...and this should be simpler - the access is a little confusing for me....but obviously a lot of newbies are clueless. I'm just suggesting that the paths to a GeneralPost be made clearer....Clear as murky mud? Perhaps in the golden box on the "make post" page they can say instead of just "make a post for the community" they can add, "if no group is chosen, then it will be posted in the General Forum". Just sayin....

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes I'm confused..and I give up. Thanks for the attempts at clarification. I hope @admins see this is not a clear thing....

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes and.....then what? just write a question? What group do I chose? Do I chose a group? Still not clear. My point is also that I'm level 8 and this is still not clear to me. This needs to be clarified; perhaps within the "POST" link there can be a label called "General Forum" or a comment that "if no group chosen, then it will go to the General Forum"? Asking for a friend....(me who should know better...but it really isn't clear).

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@skado I still don't know what to click or how to access that. Enlighten me/us, please!

Could some of you Group Owners answer a couple questions for me, please?

skado comments on Apr 26, 2019:

- no - advertise in the general forum - no

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

How do we access the General Forum?

Men aren't trash, women aren't crazy.

kasmian comments on Apr 26, 2019:

I'm some fuckwad from Portugal and I approve this message.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Kasmian 1. What's a fuckwad 2. Are you a fuckwad all the time? 3. Be more considerate of yourself....after all, you're an agnostic....that's cool...not a fuckwad...

A little late, but there were site problems

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

LOL! On my first "thermos" (20 oz "keep-it-hot" container). I gained some weight....I'm trying to decide between sugar and splenda, powdered creamer, half and half, or no creamer. Advice, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@thinktwice I'm overdoing my salt as it is....I'm taking the lead from one of the posters (below?) and just slowly cutting back on plain sugar. Other so called "health-conscious sugars" (coconut, brown, etc) are overplayed and overpriced IMO.

ABOUT JOE BIDEN There is a long anti-drug record of Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden.

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

"Sorry, stoners, but when it comes to marijuana legalization, Biden is basically the worst candidate in the race" https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/joe-biden-weed-war-drugs-candidate-2020-827319/

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Larry-new She doesn't count for this race...fortunately.

It sure is not sometimes

Cutiebeauty comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Holy crap!!

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

That's odorless, right?

Why Romantic Relationships are not the Cure for Loneliness.

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

I'm a "marrying man"...married 3 times too many (4 total...1st one died young of cancer). But I learned young to "hold on tightly - let go lightly" (Ken Keyes, Jr quote)....I have no regrets and good memories from "taking the plunge" as often as I did. The end of our marriages...and the ...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Lavergne Her "Passion" is my "signature" scent. Did you know that she was the first celebrity ever to launch her own perfume brand? I'm on my third bottle...Love and miss dear Liz...she passed too soon...

The best and only safe road to honour, glory, and true dignity is justice....George Washington.

Robecology comments on Apr 26, 2019:

It's that "interpretation of how to get to or obtain or demand "justice" that makes us join political parties, and side with or against the policies being made in to law. Right now I'm saddened and ashamed of our leaders in Washington and their interpretation fo Justice. This June ...

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Marionville Donald Trump/Date of birth June 14, 1946

This is maga?

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

The military is on it. They are well aware of any illicit "training" going on. What happened in Charlottesville won't happen again.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@Tooreen Good question; but if you're waving threatening banners...on either the pro or the con side.....you're going to attract police and military law-enforcement attention. I used to fear "the man" as a child....but then maturing...gaining friends in the armed services and the police...and your perspective changes. They - almost all of them....want to maintain "the peace"...regardless of the political leanings of those disturbing it

Damned science; always trying to prove stuff! [i.imgur.com]

VictoriaNotes comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Can't tell you how many times I've heard that from evangelicals when I presented neurological evidence for the cause of their *mystical* experiences, as well as the strategic neuropsychological tactics used to indoctrinate.

Robecology replies on Apr 26, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes I've read that and others. Many seem to think science tries to disprove a "god" or super-power.... My point is that most scientists do the opposite. Most who've studied the power of prayer and other religious "faith" concepts were looking for a shred, a small sign that She/he does exist! Now; it's kind of an unfair supposition of mine to suggest any good scientist had a research bias going in... but if you looked at the links I gave you earlier you'll see that most "religious" scientists had that lean...

[alternet.

dan325 comments on Apr 24, 2019:

I think the "POS" part explains it.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@dan325 I could have said nothing...but you usually have a far better argument...I'm disappointed in your POS comment....sorry. It's also directed to SassyGirl3869...

A little late, but there were site problems

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

LOL! On my first "thermos" (20 oz "keep-it-hot" container). I gained some weight....I'm trying to decide between sugar and splenda, powdered creamer, half and half, or no creamer. Advice, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@thinktwice Thanks for confirming that issue! I've tried Stevia; too much of an aftertaste for me...

Damned science; always trying to prove stuff! [i.imgur.com]

VictoriaNotes comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Can't tell you how many times I've heard that from evangelicals when I presented neurological evidence for the cause of their *mystical* experiences, as well as the strategic neuropsychological tactics used to indoctrinate.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes Indeed. I'm sure many scientists did scientific studies of prayer and other experiments to provide themselves with even slight evidence that (S)he existed. Many in the past have expressed that; http://truth-saves.com/images/TS-QUOTES-einstein3.jpg http://truth-saves.com/images/TS-QUOTES-edison.jpg

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

jerry99 comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I like Joe and I like Bernie, but...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@dan325 What are you referring to as a "low bar"?

Damned science; always trying to prove stuff! [i.imgur.com]

Larry-new comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Yup, that's us...the evidence junkies. Unwilling to swallow bullshit and wash it down with holy water. All water is holy, btw....else we wouldn't be here.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Interesting fact about water. It's the only known substance to expand when it freezes. If it didn't - life as we know it wouldn't exist - because all ice that forms would sink, not float...and the oceans would freeze from the bottom up...making earth far too cold for most life to exist. #religulous scientists call it "the god factor".

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

Beowulfsfriend comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Anybody but tRump. The country is burning

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Anubofu?

A little late, but there were site problems

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

LOL! On my first "thermos" (20 oz "keep-it-hot" container). I gained some weight....I'm trying to decide between sugar and splenda, powdered creamer, half and half, or no creamer. Advice, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@thinktwice I, too was convinced that sugar was wise to avoid...so I went to splenda. But then I was dealing with a swollen prostate and frequent sleep interruptions...and someone suggested reading up on using Splenda...and I read that it could be stressing my kidneys and bladder...so they recommended going back to sugar. it seems to be working...so it's a matter of sacrificing the 50-60 more calories per day vs. having to get up so often at night....

A little late, but there were site problems

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

LOL! On my first "thermos" (20 oz "keep-it-hot" container). I gained some weight....I'm trying to decide between sugar and splenda, powdered creamer, half and half, or no creamer. Advice, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@thinktwice I'm almost used to black with 1 spoon of white sugar for every 8 ounce cup...6 rounded spoonfuls for the 6 cup line on my automatic brewer...thanks for the info!

OK.

DotLewis comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Since I deal with calories, portioning by calorie content makes sense in my head, probably because I've done it so many times. I can tell you that your cup of coffee, with artificial sweetener and 2 Tbsp of fat free half & half or plain powdered creamer is 20 calories. Switch that sweetener to 2 ...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Thanks....I'll work on gathering that info this afternoon. I do know that when I "go to bed hungry" I lose weight. When I don't feel hunger pangs at night...I'm gaining. Maybe I need to simply reduce the portions at night?

My sweet potato plant has a blossom.

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

The key is a loose, well aerated soil. If you have any kind of digging fork push it deep in to the surrounding soil, shake it a bit, and keep doing that all around the plant every so often.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@MissKathleen Please update us, then. Best of luck....if it works I'd like to copy it....I'm a volunteer for a community garden in Ft. Pierce, Fl. (Heathcote).

A little late, but there were site problems

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

LOL! On my first "thermos" (20 oz "keep-it-hot" container). I gained some weight....I'm trying to decide between sugar and splenda, powdered creamer, half and half, or no creamer. Advice, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@thinktwice Had no idea about that...had to google it...but found this...good suggestion! https://www.dietdoctor.com/recipes/bulletproof-coffee

Posted this yesterday but in all the kerfuffle it disappeared.

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Location, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@HippieChick58 There you go....finally a good simple answer!

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I'm hard core Bernie, but I'd love for him to have Elizabeth Warren as his VP.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@Charlene Thanks for the correction! Fixed!

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

bobwjr comments on Apr 25, 2019:

He still stands for integrity

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@ToolGuy . Neo-liberals are today's conservative Republicans... Liberalism; defined; "Relating to or denoting a modified form of liberalism tending to favor free-market capitalism." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoliberalism

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

St-Sinner comments on Apr 25, 2019:

It is a very bad idea. Joe is an incomplete product for the current times. He burned and crashed 3 times before. He does not have the staying power like Bernie. I sense that people want Joe Biden because he is white, he not a jew, he not gay and he is not a woman. They are thinking eletability. They...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@avron I think you're not up on the DNC. They've gotten rid of Superdelegates. Those who badmouthed Sanders and who were on the DNC are gone. It's a new DNC. https://www.odwyerpr.com/story/public/12373/2019-04-16/bernie-outfoxes-dnc.html

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

jerry99 comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I like Joe and I like Bernie, but...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Both are older - chronologically, than DJT. Both are clearly, and obviously, fitter, healthier, biologically younger....and mentally far superior to our borderline mental midget DJT; https://scontent.fmia1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/57775039_10214181839805427_1584545205091041280_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107=AeGblnYeec2YhFo3RJgECYBur8z4SemOvfoSoZGyjeU7KXAWoWvgN47BklGK0HliH9GiYC-eipefPkn6-i78t69WGKh5Zd-YQPbQkTOlsE_tUg=scontent.fmia1-1.fna&oh=a7e947c5b517c39772f324606a407545&oe=5D33A6EB

I created a General Topics group for those interested.

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

@McWalsoft Good! Good luck! Can I take the time here to share my groups?

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@WonderWartHog99 I guess I should have tagged the OP....

Colorado has Had Record Lows in Traffic Fatalities Since Marijuana was Legalized [archive.attn.com]

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

That's easy to comprehend. Alcohol releases inhibitions. You tend to think much better of your driving ability than it really is. There's little/no "paranoia" episodes with excessive drinking. Pot encourages driving/travelling inhibitions...You ten to think your driving is not as good as it...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@desertastronomer Exactly; the heightened "paranoia'...fear of accidents, fear of police noticing them, etc...makes them overly cautious...IMO...and to reply to @AncientNight when you're a public school teacher/nurse/cop and you're a "user" of course you get "paranoid"...or excessively fearful. That's the nature of the drug, to heighten awareness and or fears...Glad you've enjoyed little/none....and legalization would allow those who suffer excess paranoia to seek help; right now most are "afraid" (paranoid) about seeking help because of the implications on their careers.

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I'm hard core Bernie, but I'd love for him to have Elizabeth Warren as his VP.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@Charlene, @Anonbene Indeed; I can see Liz being chosen; if not as VP as a VIP on the cabinet.

Joe Biden's official announcement video. [youtu.be]

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I'm hard core Bernie, but I'd love for him to have Elizabeth Warren as his VP.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@Charlene I'm afraid you're right. I'm guessing if Bernie (or Biden?) gets the Nod he'll go with Beto (Texas) Castro (California) or Buttigieg (Indiana). I give Klobuchar an outside chance. Maybe Joe and Liz? I'll vote for whatever they choose...they're all pretty decent so far...I think Pete B stands to get a lot of flack from conservatives about his homosexuality....

A little late, but there were site problems

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Coffee is exactly what I need, and a cigarette. After work I just went to bed, now it's 2:25 am and I'm wide awake and require stimulants.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

I think all international travelers depend on safe and simple Melatonin. Give it a try...available at any drug store.

[alternet.

dan325 comments on Apr 24, 2019:

I think the "POS" part explains it.

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

...but I won't do that. I just won't call names and leave...that's low and almost counter-productive. I'm an activist. I'll wear pins, contact politicians. We need to raise the bar and stop settling with calling names..

if we're to be restricted to groups, why could we not have them arranged logically eg.

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I just want a button to see all the newest post from everywhere. I have to click the little house Icon, then all groups, then by "post" click "all" to do what the sight did by default before the removal of general earlier this week. I just want to see everything from everyone so I can freely ...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@Allamanda ??? I find it easy to find new groups and posts...but she's right, it takes a few clicks...

Posted this yesterday but in all the kerfuffle it disappeared.

Robecology comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Location, please!

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@Allamanda Remember, these go world wide. Some don't "follow" you but like the info....Always good to share the general, if not specific location (i.e...here in the Caribbean..../sub tropical U.S....etc)...thanks!

if we're to be restricted to groups, why could we not have them arranged logically eg.

Novelty comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I just want a button to see all the newest post from everywhere. I have to click the little house Icon, then all groups, then by "post" click "all" to do what the sight did by default before the removal of general earlier this week. I just want to see everything from everyone so I can freely ...

Robecology replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Press "groups" then press "new".

Florida. Arming teachers. sigh [us.opr.news]

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Did you mean NPR? I get a "warning, possible scam site" message on that link.

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@SeaGreenEyez Thanks; I had read this and have been following this problem. Sad.

Florida. Arming teachers. sigh [us.opr.news]

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Did you mean NPR? I get a "warning, possible scam site" message on that link.

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@SeaGreenEyez I tried to bypass the warning; I got a #404 message...sorry!

Can anyone better versed in neuropsychology verify for me if this is true?

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

I'm not any kind of medical or mental expert, but I know how to google...you might read this... https://slate.com/technology/2013/07/what-is-dopamine-love-lust-sex-addiction-gambling-motivation-reward.html

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@demifeministgal But the article did teach me a lot about dopamine....

How do you take your coffee?

Cutiebeauty comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Two heaping tablespoons of instant Folgers Crystals, two sugar, half boiling water, half milk... Nice jolt in the morning... Then I run like hell for an hour :)

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty I get booed and put down for doing Half-decaf - but I've tried instant...it just doesn't come close to satisfying me like fresh brewed does..

How do you take your coffee?

Cutiebeauty comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Two heaping tablespoons of instant Folgers Crystals, two sugar, half boiling water, half milk... Nice jolt in the morning... Then I run like hell for an hour :)

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

Wow....not a fresh-brew gal? I'm surprised!!

It's turkey season! Gobbler hunting opens on Saturday, but this is the only way I'll shoot one of ...

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

I challenge rifle and gun hunters to take up bow and arrow for these slower, fatter "prey". That will also help their "return" chances...

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@Insectra I guess I was comparing them to hunting deer (very fast) or pheasant and/or duck (very fast, very small target). Good capture by camera...I was just challenging the hunters who have a great advantage with a rifle compared to a bow and arrow.

Is This The Way The World Ends [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Apr 24, 2019:

A guy. Talking. The whole time. Lame. Weak presentation.

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@Dhiltong Point taken; comment corrected. I couldn't stand more than a few minutes...I have little respect and/or patience for egocentric posters who just show themselves talking without any documentary evidence. Besides; the whole sensationalist title "the way the world ends' ...he's talking about humans going extinct. The world will be very happy when that happens. I've read up on this "extinction" - we'd set back evolution a few dozen million years if we wipe out most land and ocean life....hundreds of millions of years if we create a suddenly toxic world that wipes out all life down to single celled organisms....but that might be just what we need! Sorry. Maybe I should have said nothing. I'll erase the whole comment if you like...

Wow! Look at this map of the shift going on of our earth's magnetic North! I'll post the article in...

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

https://www.businessinsider.com/why-earths-magnetic-north-is-moving-2019-4?fbclid=IwAR0oVj9fzOKKK75IQ9vOOO0WDcbaO2Piunax5Ho55w6frmu9lBOBXN0qN_4

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@Cast1es Well don't what? It seems there's little they can do but model and track the changes. What great images! Here's one of the earth's interior "flow" of molten materials...the root cause of the shift in earth's magnetism... https://amp.businessinsider.com/images/5cb9f803c2f70b3f53029555-640-648.jpg

Rant: As a society, we have socialized women to be in constant competition with other women.

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

It's called obeying the rules of debate. Debating, not arguing. Attacking the issues, not the person. There's the lowest (below-the-belt) "hits"...name calling. The second level - not much better - the polite but obvious "mine's better than yours" or "mine works, yours doesn't"... It's ...

Robecology replies on Apr 24, 2019:

@Allamanda I'm here because A.com is a lot like FB...only the folks debate much more maturely. I'm guessing there's a far high level of education here. I saved this pyramid on my desktop and will share it whenever I see anyone hitting "below the belt"....thanks for your support!

As promised a while ago, first extract, in fact the introduction to my AutoBio.

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Man....what are you on? The ramble...it hurts.....

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Savage I'm the only one who replied. I'm trying to help. I suggest you narrow down your rant and get to the point...

As promised a while ago, first extract, in fact the introduction to my AutoBio.

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Man....what are you on? The ramble...it hurts.....

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Savage Forgive the sarcasm...it just seems like you're writing a lot of stuff that is rambling and hard to follow...

Moron-in-chief off on another fake news rant.

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

You're preaching to the choir, here. The chances of a #religulous republican reading this AND replying? Nil.....

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@jerry99 There are conservative and Republican atheist groups here...I've tried joining both but was quickly banned....it wouldn't hurt for you to try joining them...

Guess who got her tshirt & pen yesterday! Didn't realize what it was til this morning on my way to ...

maturin1919 comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Level 8 since the middle of January and still no shirt. Pretty sure I've been blacklisted. Are you asking if you'll try to get a model shot soon? Only you know the answer to that.

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@maturin1919 Sorry, dude...just trying to help.

BBC - Future - How and why did religion evolve?

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Two words; 1. Stupidstitions 2. Religulous.

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@tnorman1236 I clicked on it...and read a few lines....glad you liked it...

Law says Mnuchin must turn over Trump’s taxes or face 5 years in prison | Salon.com

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

When the police are knocking at his door he'll make the right moves. It will take the threat of being locked up for him to act... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jixdTHhayvw

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@genessa DJT is on his second warning to turn over his taxes. If the subpoena is toothless. then we're witnessing an autocracy.

Guess who got her tshirt & pen yesterday! Didn't realize what it was til this morning on my way to ...

maturin1919 comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Level 8 since the middle of January and still no shirt. Pretty sure I've been blacklisted. Are you asking if you'll try to get a model shot soon? Only you know the answer to that.

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

I think you have to request it. Go to your profile, then go to settings. If you don't find it ask admin or "the senate" for details.

Does being amoral give you an advantage in some situations?

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Suppose the 'amoral" person accepts the gambling offer, then loses his/her "shirt" (goes bankrupt)....and even going bankrupt...allowing others (taxpayers) to take up your debt because you took "amoral" risks...isn't that in itself amoral? I like Penn Jillette's view on atheism and morality;

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Happy_Killbot Sorry, dude....no idea who Thanos is and what he did...you've gone too deep for me. Good luck with your quest.

The earth's magnetic North is shifting so fast! [amp.businessinsider.com]

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Here's the image ....

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Here's the article; https://www.businessinsider.com/why-earths-magnetic-north-is-moving-2019-4?fbclid=IwAR0oVj9fzOKKK75IQ9vOOO0WDcbaO2Piunax5Ho55w6frmu9lBOBXN0qN_4

Does being amoral give you an advantage in some situations?

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Suppose the 'amoral" person accepts the gambling offer, then loses his/her "shirt" (goes bankrupt)....and even going bankrupt...allowing others (taxpayers) to take up your debt because you took "amoral" risks...isn't that in itself amoral? I like Penn Jillette's view on atheism and morality;

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Happy_Killbot This video of Penn will make the point better than I can... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fglEqOfxkLM

Does being amoral give you an advantage in some situations?

Robecology comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Suppose the 'amoral" person accepts the gambling offer, then loses his/her "shirt" (goes bankrupt)....and even going bankrupt...allowing others (taxpayers) to take up your debt because you took "amoral" risks...isn't that in itself amoral? I like Penn Jillette's view on atheism and morality;

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Happy_Killbot My point is that atheist/agnostics will or will not be moral - without a "god" telling them what to do. The huge, prolonged myth of the #religulous is that by being "faithful" you're more likely to be "morally upright" or have a conscience.... I think that's been proven false quite often.

Just think the world has gone mad and the leftist band waggon is heading towards a cliff and they ...

Logician comments on Mar 25, 2019:

The main prerequisite to being a liberal, is that you have to be mentally unstable. Once you're at that point, it's very easy to grab onto the various insane mantras they love to shout into the face of others and then throw hissy fits and call you a racist for using facts and logic on them. The ...

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@Logician That's not a "fact" unless you produce some scientific data... http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/sites/default/files/Party%20Access%20to%20Care.png

18 April 2019 - Diet Diary - Keeping it short tonight, must get to bed.

Robecology comments on Apr 19, 2019:

@DottLewis I'm not a calorie counter...but maybe I should be. Can you detail for us how you get such precise numbers?

Robecology replies on Apr 23, 2019:

@DotLewis Wow; the weight loss sure does show! Kudos!

Note to self: Stay away from political discussions, too much negativity. Anyone else agree?

CarolinaGirl60 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I don’t ever talk to my dad about politics, no matter how hard he tries. He’s 77, in poor health. I’m sad he became a rwnj upon retirement, but I love him and don’t want to fight with him. Anyone else, just not him.

Robecology replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Sad...but very kind and loving of you to empathize with a senior at the end of their life. Good judgement call.

Just think the world has gone mad and the leftist band waggon is heading towards a cliff and they ...

Logician comments on Mar 25, 2019:

The main prerequisite to being a liberal, is that you have to be mentally unstable. Once you're at that point, it's very easy to grab onto the various insane mantras they love to shout into the face of others and then throw hissy fits and call you a racist for using facts and logic on them. The ...

Robecology replies on Apr 22, 2019:

@Logician Your avatar is "Logician" ....not name-caller. Assuming Liberal-minded folk are mentally ill solves nothing, and gains no interaction. To engage the "enemy" is to engage them with "logic"...use it. Read the chart. You're working from the bottom...Try to move up.

Just think the world has gone mad and the leftist band waggon is heading towards a cliff and they ...

Logician comments on Mar 25, 2019:

The main prerequisite to being a liberal, is that you have to be mentally unstable. Once you're at that point, it's very easy to grab onto the various insane mantras they love to shout into the face of others and then throw hissy fits and call you a racist for using facts and logic on them. The ...

Robecology replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Let's assume Liberals/progressives are normal and common. Let's assume they mean well, hold good jobs, and aren't mentally ill. If you want to win a debate with a liberal, you need to empathize with them; then find fault in their logic...to name call and generalize about their "being insane" or "shouters" just sheds a bad light on you. https://pics.me.me/if-by-a-liberal-they-mean-someone-who-looks-ahead-13066379.png

Worst of the worst!

Robecology comments on Apr 21, 2019:

If you've ever wondered exactly how the Republicans themselves developed a conscience during the Nixon years...here's a great read on that - that i keep handy; From the article; On Aug. 6, 1974, at the regular Senate Republican Conference lunch, Goldwater fumed: "There are only so many lies ...

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Let me end the day by adding a quote from Barry Goldwater (from the article, above); "In a May 1973 interview with Time magazine's Hays Gorey, Goldwater said, "If it can be proved that he lied, resignation would have to be considered. It would be quick. Everything would be over, ended. It wouldn't drag out like impeachment."

Worst of the worst!

Robecology comments on Apr 21, 2019:

If you've ever wondered exactly how the Republicans themselves developed a conscience during the Nixon years...here's a great read on that - that i keep handy; From the article; On Aug. 6, 1974, at the regular Senate Republican Conference lunch, Goldwater fumed: "There are only so many lies ...

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

@jerry99 Sad....but true. I know a bunch of folk who are working to change that, tho. Hang in there. https://dqzrr9k4bjpzk.cloudfront.net/images/10483604/580654734.jpg

Good morning Girls and Boys...My 1 month anniversary with the Stem Cell Therapy!!! Does it work?

Robecology comments on Apr 21, 2019:

@RobertNappi2; Please detail for us the specifics. I have a friend in Tamarac Florida who sounds like she would benefit from this.

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

@RobertNappi2 Thanks!

Good morning Girls and Boys...My 1 month anniversary with the Stem Cell Therapy!!! Does it work?

Robecology comments on Apr 21, 2019:

@RobertNappi2; Please detail for us the specifics. I have a friend in Tamarac Florida who sounds like she would benefit from this.

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

@RobertNappi2 Who offered this Therapy? Where Is it available ? How much does it cost? Any insurance coverage? You live in Colorado...so I assume you got this there. I'm looking for similar treatments for a friend on the east Coast of Florida.

Cool story

Robecology comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I never got "weepy"...over the Notre Dame fire....but the beauty and architecture showed the devotion of our ancestors to worshiping the myth. I'm hoping the fire will end up being looked upon as something that expedited the restoration of it....the Notre Dame Cathedral was a real work of ...

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

@altschmerz I concur. I have mixed feelings about Religious architecture...I've never visited a "Cathedral" or "temple" but love visiting the natural "cathedrals" of the Grand Canyon, Hawaii, the volcanoes of the world, etc. Religiousity did indeed incite many wars, much destruction of art, and many. deaths.

oh thank goodness there is a group on here that's anti-trump.

Freedompath comments on Apr 20, 2019:

You should be fine in this group...as no one in this group can handle d. trump...except to point out that he may have missed the mark, when it comes to human attributes! But, it appears from his point of view he was born WITH the golden goose! But, the people in this group will never let trump get ...

Robecology replies on Apr 21, 2019:

@WonderWartHog99 Be careful with publicly addressed alleged violence....the FBI reads this...they didn't find "collusion" for our #LiarInChief but they might suspect you of planning violence against him. Beware.

i just wanted to say to all those that have struggled with life.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2019:

I didn't start to get better until I started medicating myself regularly and frequently with smoking cannabis oil high in THC regularly. This is the cannabis oil that is in 1000mg in 2ml from my medical cannabis dispensary.

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@citronella In a vaporizing pipe.

Oops! It's a spoiler, but not Game of Thrones!

Robecology comments on Apr 20, 2019:

and the testimony that he died is all by men! Not one woman writes one shred of evidence that this occurs!

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Merseyman1 I did some research on your comment; and I discovered that one book - Hebrews - might have been the only one written by a woman! From a Bible scholar, Roger Barrier; "One of my assignments at Baylor was to translate and parse the entire book of Hebrews. One thing I noticed was that the Greek grammatical constructions, phrases and vocabulary were different from those used in Paul’s epistles. Hebrews just doesn’t sound like Paul’s writing." "One strong contender for authorship is a man named Apollos (Acts 18:24-26) who was a well-educated Jew who powerfully preached Christ. What intrigues me is that a married couple named Priscilla and Aquila took him aside and gave him deeper insight and instruction regarding the glory and nature of Christ Jesus. In Greek culture and writing the man was always mentioned before the female. However, Dr. Luke was careful to consistently reverse the order (Acts 18:18-19) so that Priscilla’s name always precedes her husband’s. Priscilla was quite significant in the early church as a Bible teacher, church leader and preacher—as evidenced by, among things—that Paul left her and her husband to lead the church in Ephesus." "Throughout history, especially in recent history, Priscilla has been suggested as the one who authored the Book of Hebrews. If so, she is the only woman who authored a book of the Bible. I suppose that in this life, we will never know for certain the real name of the author. But this we do know, whoever wrote this book about Jesus, certainly loved Jesus." https://www.preachitteachit.org/ask-roger/detail/were-there-any-women-bible-writers/

A false friend and a shadow only attend when the sun shines....Benjamin Franklin.

Robecology comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Another Ben Franklin I recall..."Light houses save far more lives than Churches"

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Marionville You made me look it up....and you're right! It was attributed to him; but it was a shortening of a letter he wrote; “Lighthouses are more useful than churches.” Franklin never penned this statement, which is frequently attributed to him nonetheless. It’s likely that it came from a letter he wrote to his wife in July 1757, after he narrowly escaped a shipwreck off the British coast: “The bell ringing for church, we went thither immediately, and with hearts full of gratitude, returned sincere thanks to God for the mercies we had received. Were I a Roman Catholic, perhaps I should on this occasion vow to build a chapel to some saint; but as I am not, if I were to vow at all, it should be to build a light-house.” https://www.fi.edu/benjamin-franklin/7-things-benjamin-franklin-never-said

Over on MSNBC, Rachel Maddow likened the report to "a really good ragu," or perhaps Chinese food ...

WonderWartHog99 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Sounds like fluff.

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Mofo1953 WonderWartHog99 has spoken! He thinks it's "fluff"...nothing is changing his mind! (LOL!!)

Happy 420!

Kynlei comments on Apr 19, 2019:

Snoop's hands are looking awfully white.

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

Sloppy photoshop...I was high when I did it...sorry!

Anyong ha se yo!😃😄

Cutiebeauty comments on Apr 20, 2019:

She's certainly cute... Like a little sister though... Translation please of the caption... 😂😂

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

The basic greeting in Korean is anyong ha se yo, which is pronounced "ahn-yo ha-say-yoh." While not the most formal of greetings, anyong haseyo is widespread and still polite enough for most circumstances when interacting with people whom you know, regardless of age.Apr 5, 2019 How to Say Hello in Basic Korean - TripSavvy https://www.tripsavvy.com/how-to-say-hello-in-korean-1458399

Just to Note: I think I was just Blocked by someone.

Robecology comments on Apr 19, 2019:

@Deiter; Each block is a lesson...learn from the lesson...don't get bitter...get smarter. Suggesting they "retreat to their bubble" ... ...is only showing you're offended... ...not that they live in bubbles.

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Deiter If you suggest a person you're communicating with is "retreating in to your bubble" you're attacking them, not the issue. That's relatively low on the totem pole of debate ethics...and will get you blocked or ignored. You're being defensive; and I'm not being offensive; I'm just trying to help you like several here are, to debate the issues, and not attack/criticize the debater. If, as you say below, it bothers you when your "audience shrinks" then work on your debate skills, and screen yourself for the personal attacks you make. If you're happy chasing folks "in to their bubble" then ignore my advice. I use this guide; I keep it handy (on the desktop) to refer to it often. I suggest you do the same.

Moses crossing the desert

GwenBFree comments on Apr 20, 2019:

A bit of a stretch and as a non-motorcycle person not sure I fully understand but still funny

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

A Triumph is a motorcycle far more well known in Europe and England than in the U.S.; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triumph_Motorcycles_Ltd

Liz Warren; 1st Presidential candidate to call for the Impeachment of DJT. Worth the effort?

Beowulfsfriend comments on Apr 20, 2019:

He is a proven liar and obstructionist, however without the Senate do we want the Crap of that or a debate on taxes and healthcare? Repubs would welcome an impeachment right now.b

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

huh?

My latest creation.

bigpawbullets comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Very interesting! So, to humor a guy who is totally unfamiliar with this: Is this a bread? Sure sounds like it. If so, could you provide your recipe?

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@BookDeath Sound's dark, narrow appeal. Did you read what @bigpawbullets called themselves? "Breadaholics"...now there's a cool name!

Liz Warren; 1st Presidential candidate to call for the Impeachment of DJT. Worth the effort?

Krish55 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

She sells out to AIPAC and Israel!

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Krish55 Like I said; you said she "sells out to the AIPAC and Israel!" yet you offer no documentation. I offered documentation and you call that biased...again, with no evidence, no counter documentation. I hope you don't teach that way.

Be joyful today hippies.

Robecology comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Please always inform us where you are so we know your location? It's not raining here in eastern. Florida! Thanks!

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@sassygirl3869 thanks. I'll be driving up to New Paltz next week!

Liz Warren; 1st Presidential candidate to call for the Impeachment of DJT. Worth the effort?

Krish55 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

She sells out to AIPAC and Israel!

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Krish55 In case you didn't notice, those claims weren't my words; I quoted from the article. Click on the link and read the article; they have a debate on that page; perhaps you can challenge the authenticity there? Here, again, is the link. Not my words...theirs.https://www.jta.org/2019/01/04/politics/five-jewish-facts-to-know-about-elizabeth-warren

worms and coffee !

Robecology comments on Apr 10, 2019:

I had a week of alien coffee experiences; and I'm just sharing... -stayed at friend Tom's house in PR. (google "Solar Libre, a family affair - video" and they had only Puerto Rican "high test" 99% caffeine (actually not sure of the mg), Long story short; I'm a half-decaf guy....straight Caf ...

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

Thanks for getting back to me. I should add; I only had 2-3 cups; about 20 ounces...say, a liter or so there. Here I consume almost twice that. (if not, more)...about 45-50 ounces...the coffee machine says "8 cups"...yet the only difference I noticed was the need to get up at night (more here...)

Liz Warren; 1st Presidential candidate to call for the Impeachment of DJT. Worth the effort?

Krish55 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

She sells out to AIPAC and Israel!

Robecology replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@Krish55 It's not my wording; its' documented eye-witness information. You contradict it; yet you offer no basis for the contradiction; so I still see no evidence of your comments that she was/is a "sell out". You don't even offer a reference or link to your argument; and you call yourself a history teacher? Shame on you. Sorry. You're just showing unfounded bias.