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Robecology comments on Mar 4, 2019:

Wait...what? McConnell said what? That our U.S. Senate will likely pass a resolution blocking DJT? Can you support that with a link/data?

Robecology replies on Mar 4, 2019:

@sassygirl3869 duh...sorry....thanks!

Comprehensive Guide to Living Authentically - what do you think?

bleurowz comments on Mar 4, 2019:

Good list, but only one is a "do." Here's how I'd reword them: 1. Be yourself 2. Go at your own pace 3. Find your own meaning 4. Let love determine your actions 5. [keep as is] 6. Live in the now.

Robecology replies on Mar 4, 2019:

Good point....5 "don'ts" one do....

Why the Republicans' New "Red Scare" Tactics Ring False [commondreams.

DenoPenno comments on Mar 4, 2019:

Indeed the false "red scare" goes back into Eisenhower days and is put on Bernie and AOC wrongly. The move now is to convince everyone (or as many as possible) that there is no chance for us unless we re-elect Trump. I'm going on 73 and I've never seen, heard, or read more political lies in my life....

Robecology replies on Mar 4, 2019:

You point out how the "red scare" started with Ike (and his change to "under god" in the pledge and on money" ). and how it's "wrongly put on Bernie and A.O.C." Then You say "The move now is to convince everyone (or as many as possible) that there is no chance for us unless we re-elect Trump." .??? Huh? I don't see that move... You recognize (unlike most Trumpsters) that Social security and Universal health care are good... You say that the red scare is caused by people other than the common man (i.e. our wealthy) who want to keep their money...again, anti-Trump/pro democrats... Then you ramble on about the falsehood ("Nothing even close to this is happening") of Democrats supporting efforts to murder aborted babies...another anti Trump position... These are all sounding anti-Trump...pro Bernie/democrats, to me. Do you not see your own confusion? Why would you suggest we re-elect Trump? I'm confused. Please clarify?

E.

ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I agree that oil will be obsolete soon but wonder if the Carbon Energy approach is a better one.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@ToolGuy They're making fuels. The future demands no fuels. No products that burn. We don't need the emissions. We don't need the heat. EV's don't "burn" fuel - except indirectly through power plants - and they are reducing Coal and Nuclear every day, world wide; Clean alternative (mesothermic and endothermic (heat neutral or heat absorbing) processes will be our children's future. Fuels will be gone...soon. Not in our my lifetime; but within a few decades.

It makes sense

Robecology comments on Mar 3, 2019:

C'mon, people. Let's not go there. She's arrogant. She's raised to be an expert liar....her father is the Reverend Mike Huckabee....let's not rag on her looks. Attack what she says.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@dartagnan6666 I concur; and I never poke fun at Trumps physiology either. Having said that, I do point out his forged and fake health reports (clear lies about his height and weight), his junk-food diet, his over-dependence on golf (at our expense) but I try to stick to the social and political issues he so easily botches up! https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2018/05/02/trump-dictated-glowing-health-report-his-doctor-gave-mediathat-trump-dictated-glowing-rump-doctor-sa/572038002/

"We naively believed it couldn't happen here; because we assumed all the politicians would do ...

altschmerz comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I blame our indoctrination ... er, I mean, educational system.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Closeted Bingo. We have them 6 hours a day...In middle and high school...that's one hour a day (x 6 teachers). The parents...and their friends and family...have them for 18 hours.

"We naively believed it couldn't happen here; because we assumed all the politicians would do ...

altschmerz comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I blame our indoctrination ... er, I mean, educational system.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Closeted To be fair...I stayed with the job 45 years because I loved teaching. There's always a few who are memorable students...who go on to achieve great things. We teach them "how to think" ...the big question is with all the pressures on their lives, do they process the learning? Do they adapt to what we're trying to teach them? Precious few did. But those who did made my career worth while.

E.

Corsair comments on Mar 3, 2019:

Gas or battery, the individual vehicle and everything else still requires power. Where do we get it? Will the existing petroleum corporations transition over and still be in control of energy and power?

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Some smart companies already are transitioning. All the WaWa stations (a Canadian petroleum company) are. building SuperCharger stations right next to the gas pumps. They are smart.

"We naively believed it couldn't happen here; because we assumed all the politicians would do ...

altschmerz comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I blame our indoctrination ... er, I mean, educational system.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Indeed. As a 45 year retired teacher....I do have pangs of guilt...that I over-generously passed on students who needed to be flunked...

I love sharing this.

ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

You may enjoy this video of George Monbiot and how there is a need for a new restoration narrative. https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=v1-9zg0cgN0&t=4

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@ToolGuy I do read. I just read Astrophysics for folk in a Hurry by NDT....I'm reading "Fear" by Bob Woodward. Sorry; I like to read folk who've created a substantial following. Monbiot's got an interesting record so far...I've reserved watching for another time... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Monbiot

Lifting the booty - is it all squats all the time?

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

#1; Being a single mom...workouts with the baby in arms is easy. Here's an image from "manly-man" page...but I'm sure you get the message. #2. It's often a mistake that you can focus on firming up one part of the body. If you're working out...your booty's fine....as is your back, tummy, thighs. ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Sarabobeara138 Butt squeezes all the time....whenever/wherever. If you go to bed and feel those butt cheeks burning, you know you've done enough. Make sure your protein is high...protein powder, greek yogurt, meats, etc. Those cheeks are big muscles. Listening to music? Do them to the beat. Standing? Tippie-toes for 10....then about your business....then 10 more.

E.

ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I agree that oil will be obsolete soon but wonder if the Carbon Energy approach is a better one.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Carbon energy? Links, please?

E.

Charlene comments on Mar 3, 2019:

Also China is pumping tons of money into them. There's a line being introduced on the West Coast this coming year..

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Charlene I predict he'll adopt the Connector Musk uses...then pay Musk permission to use the S.C. system.

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Charlene comments on Mar 3, 2019:

Also China is pumping tons of money into them. There's a line being introduced on the West Coast this coming year..

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

I saw that on 60 minutes...the Nio. Cool very young CEO....the only drawback I see is the much lower range (220 miles vs 335 in Tesla) and no Supercharging available.

I love sharing this.

altschmerz comments on Mar 3, 2019:

Elon Musk is a smart guy, but I admit to being a little skeptical.

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Here's a relatively brief video explaining the need to fix the Carbon Dioxide issue. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKCuDxpccYM

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ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

You may enjoy this video of George Monbiot and how there is a need for a new restoration narrative. https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=v1-9zg0cgN0&t=4

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Killtheskyfairy I tried to watch for a while...the flowery rhetoric got in the way. What's he famous for? What has he done? If you're patient and can tolerate hour-long speeches, here's one by my hero, Elon Musk... now HE's got a few accomplishments under his belt... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVilhTFM_ls

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ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

There are other issues that I have not seen addressed by the solar enthusiasts and I am one too but.... What about the products that go into solar generation and their shipments to North America. In other words are there externalities that are not being factored in economically? For example, ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@ToolGuy Research it. The Plankton absorbs way more CO2 than all the land vegetation. EV's as suggested in my links and videos posted, will put a serious dent in the transportation CO2 factor; now it's up to nationalities to push wind and solar for the energy factor. As an EV owner, I can provide a code for you to get a discount if you're ready to try/buy. Let me know. Go to www.Tesla.com and learn much more.

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ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

There are other issues that I have not seen addressed by the solar enthusiasts and I am one too but.... What about the products that go into solar generation and their shipments to North America. In other words are there externalities that are not being factored in economically? For example, ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@ToolGuy Rank Country/Region lithium mine production (tonnes) World 43,000 1 Australia Australia 18,700 2 Chile Chile 14,100 3 Argentina Argentina 5,500 4 China China 3,000 5 Zimbabwe Zimbabwe 1,000 6 Portugal Portugal 400 7 Brazil Brazil 200 I didn't find what you were talking about with Carbon extraction...but keep in mind that the oceanic phytoplankton are doing a good job of absorbing CO2; and they're probably increasing their rate and growth as more CO2 fills the atmosphere. We don't have to use any artificial Carbon extraction methods....it's more of a waste of time and technology. Even tree planting is a useless push. Cleaner oceans will help the Phytoplankton be more efficient; and there's efforts here to do that.

I joined this group because after a horrible 20 year marriage, it's hard to trust my judgement ...

Robecology comments on Mar 3, 2019:

That "last man" who suggested a relationship didn't turn you on enough to have a relationship...so why have a panic attack? Trust your judgement. You're being cautious. You're developing independence and the wisdom of self-love. Go with that. Don't even call it a "panic attack" call it your inner ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Lavergne 3 per day? Wow. She must have been/still is very attractive. Good for her for getting it down to a process. The more you meet, the more to chose from. I'm guessing this was/is in a big city. Us in rural areas don't see that frequency. Good for her....let's hope it lasts...but if it don't let's hope the break-up is clean and friendly.

Ok.

Robecology comments on Mar 3, 2019:

What was the event, or words, that he said, or did; or that you said, or did, that made you realize that "he probably won't be a part of my life long-term.".....maybe he was committed to a prior relationship? Kids? Financial issues? I'm curious. If it hurts to say it in "public" you can PM me. ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Cabsmom As I suspected. Give him space and time. Let him get his priorities in order. Focus on yourself. (I'm also talking to myself, here).

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ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

There are other issues that I have not seen addressed by the solar enthusiasts and I am one too but.... What about the products that go into solar generation and their shipments to North America. In other words are there externalities that are not being factored in economically? For example, ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Here's more about the different kinds of Lithium. I think the percentage of actual Lithium in a L-I battery is less than10%..It's mostly carbon compounds and steel. https://datacenterfrontier.com/data-center-lithium-ion-batteries/

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ToolGuy comments on Mar 3, 2019:

There are other issues that I have not seen addressed by the solar enthusiasts and I am one too but.... What about the products that go into solar generation and their shipments to North America. In other words are there externalities that are not being factored in economically? For example, ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Remember; Lithium is a product of surface mining in most locations. It's a by-product of salt-pond mining. It's relatively easy to mine from ocean water, and recently ocean-covered deserts. I've even seen images of copper mines and other "open pit" mines from FFC (fossil fuel consortium) supporters; who would openly lie to distract and divert...make folk worry over a relatively simple, environmentally friendly mining procedure. Also remember while Lithium is the name of the battery, it plays a crucial role in its operation...yet is a minor part of the contents of the battery. Also it's very recyclable.....it's not "spent" nor dangerous like nuclear fuel - in old batteries. The more you know about the L-I battery, the more you want it developed. According to David Deak, chief technical officer at Lithium Americas, formerly of Tesla, “In the short term the CO2 footprint from [lithium] hard rocks (mining in Australia) will be less than ideal, but it is still extremely beneficial in offsetting the CO2 emissions that otherwise would come from internal combustion engines.” Furthermore, renewables are beginning to dominate every sector of society - including the mining industry. Thus, the impacts of a more energy intensive extraction process will be mitigated by the renewable energy that will power the mining operation. https://blog.pickmysolar.com/how-green-are-home-batteries-the-environmental-impact-of-lithium-ion

I joined this group because after a horrible 20 year marriage, it's hard to trust my judgement ...

Robecology comments on Mar 3, 2019:

That "last man" who suggested a relationship didn't turn you on enough to have a relationship...so why have a panic attack? Trust your judgement. You're being cautious. You're developing independence and the wisdom of self-love. Go with that. Don't even call it a "panic attack" call it your inner ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Freespirit64 And @Lavergne thanks for your support...I'm applying this to my own insecurities...talking to myself, as it were...

Bread is awesome

EricTrommater comments on Mar 3, 2019:

https://youtu.be/N9aTMrjactg

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Bread does make you fat. well....it depends on the quantity and the frequency of consumption, of Course...but Saying so - in a situation like that - kills the conversation and ends a relationship...

I'm not a fan of MSM but am glad that ABC mentions our man that should be and hopefully will become ...

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

MSM?

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Looking4-Others thanks.

The Beach Boys. - Little Duece Coupe (1963).... [youtu.be]

Robecology comments on Mar 3, 2019:

Oh....no....lip synched! So obvious! I loved these guys!

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

@Marionville I searched real hard to find a live version where you could see them singing....hard to find! And I've seen them live in concert; once in the early 80's again mid 90's... :(

Hello all... Like find intimacy of my life. And it always seems elude me.

Lavergne comments on Mar 3, 2019:

It always surprises me to hear a guy talk about not finding intimacy - most of the women I've known over the years have complained that the men they meet (and date) are running as fast as they can away from intimacy - they seem to prefer to keep things light and casual - no big commitments and ...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

You make a good point. There needs to be so many things that are 'synched" for intimacy to occur. Posting on a public place to strangers is a start...The real work occurs when there's a meeting. Do we appeal physically to each other? Mentally? Emotionally? It takes a lot of work and a lot of time. Men are - from a biological standpoint - the seed planters. They avoid...as you've noted...intimacy. The challenge, then is put on the woman to make that intimacy worth while. We need to get back a lot of devotion for us to want intimacy...but it starts with us "giving" first! From seed, to style, to emotions, to knowledge....we have to "turn them on" if we want intimacy....it can't just be requested on social media. We're civilized now. We can't just expect devotion because we're seed planters and providers. That worked up until the middle of last century. It doesn't work that way anymore...

Just joining. Why am I looking for younger women?

Lavergne comments on Mar 3, 2019:

I think your comments go right to the heart of the issue - its not the "number" that matters at all. It's the compatibility factor. I'm sure there are some women your age that are as active and involved as you are - the trick, of course, is finding them - having said that, If there's a shortage...

Robecology replies on Mar 3, 2019:

Wise thoughts... Thanks...

Chicken Vegetable Noodle Soup… My version of “stone soup” (without the stone!)… In a soup...

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

Hard to beat....try fresh spinach...I'd go for more tomatoes...either a can of paste or can of diced tomatoes...Throw in a few garlic cloves or minced garlic..some oregano for an "italian" kick (does it become Minestrone, then?) and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.....uh-oh...getting hungry...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@bleurowz True "stone Soup" ...Kudos! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Real_Story_of_Stone_Soup

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy; I've read your posts before. This doesn't sound like you. Let me try to understand you better...are you saying this "dirty dozen" are 12 "aspects on the agenda" of Neo-liberals that they oppose or support? You're kidding, right? Please tell me you're being facetious? ...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@dan325 That's been my point. I don't make the connection between the prefix "Neo" and the concept of "liberalism" to mean Libertarian concepts. Thanks for pointing out the oft misunderstood situation.

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy; I've read your posts before. This doesn't sound like you. Let me try to understand you better...are you saying this "dirty dozen" are 12 "aspects on the agenda" of Neo-liberals that they oppose or support? You're kidding, right? Please tell me you're being facetious? ...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@ToolGuy Thanks for the effort....I just don't buy it. Too many definitions, with definitions within definitions. It's categorizing. You're wasting your time with me...I'm a progressive/liberal, with fiscally and scientifically conservative leanings. Period. I think those trying to define "Neo-liberalism" who need "maps' to follow it....are at an intellectual level beyond where I want to be. Categorize as you like. It's just not for me to follow it...or delve in to it.

Caterpillar close-up. The spikes looked dangerous.

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

I'm not sure...but some have toxic barbs, some mimic those who do....not sure of the percentage... The chemicals are also carried on into the adult stages. These toxic species, such as the cinnabar moth (Tyria jacobaeae) and monarch (Danaus plexippus) caterpillars, usually advertise themselves ...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@LB67 And I understand that they, like spiders, won't "inflict" the toxin if you don't try to "contain" them...It's when you compress or squeeze any of them that they - in some cases automatically - shoot out the venom and/or barbs... https://bugguide.net/node/view/28627

Funny bernie meme

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

We never called Social Security, socialism...nor public schools. nor our military.... but that's just what they are. How about calling the health for all push "Social Health security"? How about calling the push to get colleges for free the Social Higher Education Security? How about calling...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@Datacom1 Couldn't agree more. I've been a regular C.U. user for decades...several car loans...

73 years young.

ROARRR comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Well-- the ol different strokes for different folks, everyone has their own interests! why shouldn't you? OK-- she probably doesn't like another of your GUY things also like fishing, wrenching on engines etc either which she has the right to just as YOU do!

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

Point taken. In all my break-ups...if anyone asks I always say "I'm close to, if not more than, 50% responsible"

Bernie's Great! I love the guy, he's already got my Vote,.

AnneWimsey comments on Mar 2, 2019:

I am currently looking for local offices to spring up so I can volunteer like I did before, have sent in my (first) $27. How often do we get second chances to make it right?!

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@MerlinZap "M"?

?fishnets.... You like?

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

Too "voluptuous" for me....

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty Not scared...just selective...I can't have a single one of these beauties on this page anyway...:(

Simplicity at it's best! Chicken breast, seasoned and seared in olive oil, then finished in the ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

You can't fool us....we see the bottle of barbeque sauce....!

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@Lavergne First you said "no sauce" then you said "no barbecue sauce"....but by def a sauce is a mixture of spices and a liquid base.....sorry, Lavergne...you're officially "saucy"...

Simplicity at it's best! Chicken breast, seasoned and seared in olive oil, then finished in the ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

You can't fool us....we see the bottle of barbeque sauce....!

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@Lavergne stop....it's too early to have hunger pangs!

Three sisters garden

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

This is so true....and a little-known northern gardening trick. But now's the time to put this to practice...at least in Southern and S. Western gardens....

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@dede18 I saw this sign when I went to Mt. Mohonk a couple of years ago...to celebrate the birthday of both the gent in the picture, and moi....born on the same day 9 years later!

Here's pushback against Trump's 'socialism.' [m.youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Mar 2, 2019:

She's so damned good....I laugh real hard whenever I see Conservatives and/or Republicans "making fun" of her...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@MojoDave Father Sarducci....is it you? Praise the god of Agnosticism...he has returned! https://www.gettyimages.com/photos/father-guido-sarducci?sort=mostpopular=photography=father%20guido%20sarducci

73 years young.

Sarabobeara138 comments on Mar 2, 2019:

No, I think you’re lucky you still have a libido!

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

Sadly; I think all us senior men keep that "libedo" to our last breath...a blessing and a curse...

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy; I've read your posts before. This doesn't sound like you. Let me try to understand you better...are you saying this "dirty dozen" are 12 "aspects on the agenda" of Neo-liberals that they oppose or support? You're kidding, right? Please tell me you're being facetious? ...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@ToolGuy Too much chatter for me....and too many opinions, no data, no back-up with links, facts, visuals. Hard to trust a simple "talk" with no visuals..

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

bobwjr comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Assholes

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

Please don't just post rude remarks. Tell us why you think that way....C'mon, Bob...I value your opinions.

Good morning all.

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Yea Omelettes (I had to double check on that spelling...the old pink highlighting told me it's not correct - but I think they're wrong. Anyway....got my blood test back...OK...I'm an old dude, you're not...but I'm high in Cholesterol and "bad" lipids"...and I hear that's from a lifetime of meats...

Robecology replies on Mar 2, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty Then you'll love egg white omelettes...Cleaner taste. Almost pure protein. I'vs practically stopped cooking with yolks.

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy; I've read your posts before. This doesn't sound like you. Let me try to understand you better...are you saying this "dirty dozen" are 12 "aspects on the agenda" of Neo-liberals that they oppose or support? You're kidding, right? Please tell me you're being facetious? ...

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy Maybe it's the term that irks me. In my book, progressives and western democratic soclialists are the "Neoliberals" you're referring to? Neo - new; Liberal - liberal, loose, free, progressive minded. I don't get the term, then? No...you're right. It's me not understanding the origins of the terminology. I will study this more. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neoliberalism

Dirty Dozen from the book Bypassing Dystopia: Hope-filled challenges to corporate rule by Joyce ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy; I've read your posts before. This doesn't sound like you. Let me try to understand you better...are you saying this "dirty dozen" are 12 "aspects on the agenda" of Neo-liberals that they oppose or support? You're kidding, right? Please tell me you're being facetious? ...

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@ToolGuy Like I said, and explained....this doesn't sound like Neo-liberalism to me. I read that Canadian article a couple of times...and I'll copy and paste what I said above; Liberals, progressives, and socialists want regulation. They don't want "open borders". They don't want tax cuts for multinationals. They want unions, not union busting. They don't want tax havens. They want limits to growth. Progressives and socialists are far more cognizant of the effects of growth on climate and social well being than the #religulous conservatives. Please; prove me wrong? I don't really get that you think "Neo-liberals" are opposed to these concepts.

Flat Earth Dolphins?

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Love Dolphins; -no clothes. -no school -no work -no technology -no farms -no hospitals -no money. -sophisticated language -kids play all day. -adults make love all day Are they simple - or far more advanced than we'll ever be?

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

Let me add....I found this drone study of a dolphin feeding...I'd say they put in a lot of effort to finding a meal... https://youtu.be/28gX_eeXd-Q

My name is Marcel Elfers and I am a personality expert.

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Another categorization expert? What pidgeon-hole do I fit in to? (LOL!)

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@irascible ...and how would you therefore pigeon-hole my personality? LOL!

The WSJ tries to smear AOC and response is priceless! [washingtonpress.com]

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Her twitter response to the biased report nailed it... Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ✔ @AOC I guess WSJ Editorial Page takes pride in their ignorance of our nation’s history of slavery, Jim Crow, & mass incarceration; willful doubt on the decades of science on climate change; targeting of ...

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@dan325 Thanks for pointing that out!

My name is Marcel Elfers and I am a personality expert.

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Another categorization expert? What pidgeon-hole do I fit in to? (LOL!)

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@irascible OK....glad you've "done enneagrams".... but to come on A.com and talk about "Enneagrams" and "variants" and "types" without explaining what they are is a bit presumptuous. And even though "sleeplessinTexas said "I know nothing about him" I did research his name, his blog, even his book. I even "looked inside" (as Amazon offers) and read a bit of the intro. I did some research before I made the request that she got upset over; ("Another categorization expert? What pidgeon-hole do I fit in to? (LOL!)") Even the first sentence come off as arrogant and pretentious; " I am a personality expert."....wait...what? How about a resumé? At least a list of your works? Nothing? I'm sorry...this comes off as beyond absurd. I wouldn't even say I'm an expert BS detector without giving some background.... But even an amateur B.S. detector can see through this guy. Sorry. Show me the money. Show me the credentials....or post your empty boasts elsewhere.

My name is Marcel Elfers and I am a personality expert.

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Another categorization expert? What pidgeon-hole do I fit in to? (LOL!)

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@SleeplessInTexas Bwahahahaha! Not nice? Did you read the other responses? Did you search the name or the bio? Did you search the book he allegedly wrote? No bio. No education documentation. Yet a very detailed analysis....so with tongue firmly in cheek I asked "which pigeonhole do I fit in to"....that's not being judgmental....opinionated, perhaps...but how does one form judgements on detailed personality analyses presented by strangers? Lighten up, Sleepless. I was simply challenging his hypothesis. All scientists do that. Apparently everyone else, above, is doing the same! BTW which of the 9 "distinct and consistent patterns." in his "enneagram" do you fit in to?

The WSJ tries to smear AOC and response is priceless! [washingtonpress.com]

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Her twitter response to the biased report nailed it... Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ✔ @AOC I guess WSJ Editorial Page takes pride in their ignorance of our nation’s history of slavery, Jim Crow, & mass incarceration; willful doubt on the decades of science on climate change; targeting of ...

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Looking4-Others I'm surprised at the WSJ...but not surprised from the author's remarks. "Of course, hidden at the bottom is the kicker: the piece was written by Grace-Marie Turner, the president of a for-profit healthcare industry think tank funded by right-wing billionaires that churns out tired agitprop warning of the dangers of socialized medicine to the bottom lines of healthcare execs and whose very reason for existence is threatened by the plans of the Democratic left to socialize American healthcare.' https://washingtonpress.com/2019/02/28/the-wall-street-journal-just-tried-to-smear-ocasio-cortez-as-ignorant-and-her-response-is-priceless/?fbclid=IwAR3JDGaMCZtvV-R-q3d3HrCHdQYn1SjyuyZ63HIRdXp4_qZEj_Myor4QLco I guess money talks.

My name is Marcel Elfers and I am a personality expert.

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Another categorization expert? What pidgeon-hole do I fit in to? (LOL!)

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Donotbelieve If you google his name; he has an unclear background, a blog, and he's published a book. I'm not clear on his education background. I really surprised he came on to Agnostic.com with such opinionated views, as above. Maybe I or someone should look deeper...

Simplicity at it's best! Chicken breast, seasoned and seared in olive oil, then finished in the ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

You can't fool us....we see the bottle of barbeque sauce....!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Lavergne C'mon, Lavergne; define "sauce"....bacon drippings and seasoning? sounds saucy to me... as does olive oil and black pepper...simple sauce...but saucy...IMO...

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Marionville comments on Mar 1, 2019:

I’ve never heard of them! Only Cuban heels and Cuban cigars!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Marionville I didn't see it as a dispute. I had a tough time calling a grilled ham and cheese a "cuban" for a while, myself. But you bring up a good point....naming dishes...a rather absurd exercise. My original question to Vineet was why was he calling it a "Cuban sandwich"..When I asked him to describe his "cuban" he said "Well cuban in all manner except bread and grilling" To that I said "huh"? and I still say that means it's not a classic "Cuban sandwich" by a long shot. No bread? Not Grilled? That's a plain ham and cheese sandwich...albeit an "Earl of Sandwich" sandwich!

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Marionville comments on Mar 1, 2019:

I’ve never heard of them! Only Cuban heels and Cuban cigars!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Marionville And after researching "Fish and Chips"....I found this; Like Morecambe and Wise or Wallace and Gromit, fish and chips are a classic double act - and yet they started life as solo performers. And their roots are not as British as you might think. The story of the humble chip goes back to the 17th Century to either Belgium or France, depending who you believe. Oddly enough, the chip may have been invented as a substitute for fish, rather than an accompaniment. When the rivers froze over and nothing could be caught, resourceful housewives began cutting potatoes into fishy shapes and frying them as an alternative. Around the same time, fried fish was introduced into Britain by Jewish refugees from Portugal and Spain. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8419026.stm

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Marionville comments on Mar 1, 2019:

I’ve never heard of them! Only Cuban heels and Cuban cigars!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Marionville Yes...you brits invented the sandwich...and Cuban immigrants made a ham and cheese with pickle, mayo, and mustard pan toasted on the outside a "Cuban".....you made "fish and chips"...we can't call our "Fish and Chips" that because...je ne sai qua?

Simplicity at it's best! Chicken breast, seasoned and seared in olive oil, then finished in the ...

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

You can't fool us....we see the bottle of barbeque sauce....!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@Electro68 Plain chicken, sweet potatoes, sprouts? They're screamin' for some BBQ sauce!

Great Drone shots following a Dolphin hunting a fish.... [youtu.be]

itsmedammit comments on Mar 1, 2019:

That fish was doing an awesome job outmaneuvering the the dolphin for quite some time.

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

I do admire Dolphins. -no farms, no schools, no money, no technology, no hospitals, no transportation. Kids play all day. Adults have sex all day. Complex ultra and sub-sonic communication...Aliens put here on earth 50 million years ago...

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Cuban sandwiches...as in ham and cheese, pickle and mustard, in a white bread roll, pressed wtth a couple of hot plates...that Cuban sandwich?

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@VineetHonkan Please detail the "healthy version" ?

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Marionville comments on Mar 1, 2019:

I’ve never heard of them! Only Cuban heels and Cuban cigars!

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@MrLizard Bingo! @VineetHonkan suggested he's making a "healthy version"...but hasn't given us a clue about what that means...thinner bread? Whole wheat/oat/rye/pumpernickel? C'mon, Vineet....this is a food group page...we expect recipes!

I lived off of homemade cuban sandwiches last week...they were delicious!

Robecology comments on Mar 1, 2019:

Cuban sandwiches...as in ham and cheese, pickle and mustard, in a white bread roll, pressed wtth a couple of hot plates...that Cuban sandwich?

Robecology replies on Mar 1, 2019:

@VineetHonkan I'm from Cuban refugee land...BKA South Florida. If you don't have that plain white bread in the form of a long roll...and if you don't heat the sandwich with two metal plates....it's not a "Cuban" sandwich. Here's the recipe... https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/256968/chef-johns-cuban-sandwich/

Mark Meadows; the congressman from N.

Redmon17 comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Much as I hate to admit it, this jackass represents my district, and also it’s North Carolina, not South Carolina.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

Thanks. Will edit and correct.

This is my favorite bikini... How do you like it?

ToakReon comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I'm sorry - it looks utterly ridiculous. Yes, I know. It's the 'her boobs are so big it just can't cover them' narrative, but the result is a style that's just inherently and deliberately absurd. Put her in something that ACTUALLY FITS HER and she will look both prettier and brighter.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@ToakReon I agree; but there's a lot of lusty guys (and a few gals) out there who pay big $$ to see women with bods like that in suits like that. I agree and concur...but let's take in to account that the look is a money-maker.

Fuel from un-recyclable plastics [facebook.

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Good news! Here's the same article but the original, not from FB (so no one has to sign in/be a member) https://idahonews.com/news/local/boise-on-the-cutting-edge-of-a-recycling-revolution

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@JackPedigo Idaho is also very flat; and being in the center of the U.S. they can rely on a steady wind flow...consequently Idaho is one of the midwestern leaders in alternative energy! My point is that alternative fuels are a good "stop-gap" measure...but we need to go to totally combustion-free power ASAP to reduce Carbon emissions...and believe it or not, Idaho has a lot to be proud of in that department. https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/environment/article213883629.html

??she my hero and she's gorgeous!

BD66 comments on Feb 28, 2019:

She's certainly hot, but she's dumb as a box of rocks.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@BD66 There's capitalism in Venezuela. Groceries, soft goods, furniture....all capitalist. You've been propagandized by the Trumpsters. What's happened is that when America realized the VZ has a huge amount of oil they went to them...and they got greedy. So VZ "nationalized"...made the oil owned by "the state" to get more of the profits. This resulted in many wealthy - and many poor - in VZ. The inflation went to triple digits. The poor in VZ are getting thinner...and dying of starvation. But this made the capitalist Oil companies of America very happy. Did you know that of all nations, The U.S. has the lowest tax rate on fossil fuels? https://images.theconversation.com/files/53943/original/m5hxp2cm-1405472295.jpg?ixlib=rb-1.1.0&q=45=format&w=1000=clip The US wants you to stay addicted to fossil fuels. They want to move away from middle eastern fuels (except Saudi fuels...where 15 of the 19 9/11 suicide hijackers came from)...trump's buddies. The Autocratic Socialism of VZ is much more like 1940's and 50's Russian Communism. Universal health care, and AOC's (and Sanders) drive for higher education is Democratic Socialism. Please, read up and get better informed before you jump on the Trump bandwagon and say VZ's "socialism" can happen here. https://www.johnlocke.org/update/sanders-and-ocasia-cortez-are-not-socialists-so-what-are-they/

Trump-Kim summit was cut short after North Korea demanded an end to sanctions, Trump says Everett...

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

The "love Affair is over? Trump actually stood his ground? Impressive. Finally, presidential. Maybe it was all the coffee he needed for the 12 hour time zone shift?

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@tioteo No sarcasm. I like to give credit where/when it's earned. It took some guts to say "no deal"...he knows his base won't be impressed....and liberals/progressives will be...

Those talons are not made for walking, more like swooping.

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Those are toenails. THESE are talons... https://www.fodm.org/images/ospreydive.jpg

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@mistymoon77 Which things...the toenails or the Osprey's talons? Here's a better image; https://i.pinimg.com/originals/53/77/c3/5377c316bbef409d1c1f6d486e792f51.jpg

A new forest creature

MissKathleen comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Clever and creative, not an asshole.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@scurry I guess it boils down to how you define asshole....semantics. I personally stand with @MissKathleen....100% clever and creative. Why/how would you interpret that as "assholish"?

??she my hero and she's gorgeous!

BD66 comments on Feb 28, 2019:

She's certainly hot, but she's dumb as a box of rocks.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

Can you site one example of her "dumbness"? I can site many examples of her wisdom.. https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/alexandria_ocasiocortez... Your move....

Michael Cohen to Congress: Trump Is a Racist, a Con Man and a Cheat | The Daily Show [youtube.com]

LetzGetReal comments on Feb 28, 2019:

It is a given, horrendous fact our current POTUS is a racist, "THE DONALD" proves it over and again. Am sure he is sexist due to suppressed evidence and ALL of these self-entitled creatures are quite capable of throwing ANYONE under the bus; that is the Machiavellian way! Cohen was in the camp ...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@LetzGetReal Good point...and France...who used to be complacent about political take-overs..has now gone to the other extreme. I would call the AntiFa faction the equivalent..but right now they're getting lots of negative press....and folks joining them just for the sheer anarchy. I think America has matured to beyond that anarchy trend...but we will see how the vote goes in 2020. Order these. Wear these. Share these. It's a step toward what you're talking about. https://dqzrr9k4bjpzk.cloudfront.net/images/10483604/580654733.jpg

Good morning, At the airport heading to St Maarten.

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

My best, most memorable travels have been alone. Alone to Mexico. Alone to Puerto Rico...twice now. No "scenes" that stick in your head between you and any S.O. who's travelling with you. I've also driven long distances alone. Having bought a Tesla in 2013, I had to hit the road; and going ...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@GwenBFree And I'm hetero...nothing "gay" about me..nor the male friends that I either meet at destinations, or travel with....but for the record...traveling with someone, or meeting someone of the same sex...without the sexual overtones and expectation....allows....at least for me...a much more enjoyable travel experience.

Weisselberg knows all. [newyorker.com]

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Weisselberg knew who was paying or lending money to Trump, and he knew to whom Trump was giving money. When Trump became President, he placed his business interests in a revocable trust overseen by his son Donald Trump, Jr., and Weisselberg. Many thought that was illegal. We finally MIGHT get to ...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@Redheadedgammy I'm seeing that your hunch is right...he's likely to go out with his lips sealed...

Weisselberg knows all. [newyorker.com]

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Weisselberg knew who was paying or lending money to Trump, and he knew to whom Trump was giving money. When Trump became President, he placed his business interests in a revocable trust overseen by his son Donald Trump, Jr., and Weisselberg. Many thought that was illegal. We finally MIGHT get to ...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@Redheadedgammy I hear he was "offered immunity from prosecution" if he cooperated...but the latest is this; https://www.nbcnews.com/card/trump-org-s-weisselberg-not-cooperating-feds-sources-say-n977231

Michael Cohen to Congress: Trump Is a Racist, a Con Man and a Cheat | The Daily Show [youtube.com]

LetzGetReal comments on Feb 28, 2019:

It is a given, horrendous fact our current POTUS is a racist, "THE DONALD" proves it over and again. Am sure he is sexist due to suppressed evidence and ALL of these self-entitled creatures are quite capable of throwing ANYONE under the bus; that is the Machiavellian way! Cohen was in the camp ...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

What does it take for WE THE PEOPLE to ACT ? Have patience. Mueller is watching the worm squirm. DJT knows that RSM III knows a lot about him. He knows to NOT lay all his cards on the table....just slowly whittle at the base until the tree topples... Have patience. I recommend you buy, wear and share these... https://dqzrr9k4bjpzk.cloudfront.net/images/10483604/580654733.jpg

That ain't no elephant!

Robecology comments on Feb 28, 2019:

That was pretty much all the Trump-sters said...

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty Took the words right out of my mouth...kudos....

A new forest creature

MissKathleen comments on Feb 28, 2019:

Clever and creative, not an asshole.

Robecology replies on Feb 28, 2019:

Almost exactly my sentiment...Not assholish at all!

Over 38,000 memes posted.... By me?! What?! I'm a meme Master!!!!

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I don't even know how to find this....

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty Your point is well taken! There's no way that I've made 38,798 posts! I'm beginning to think that's a cumulative # for all posters....

I Love You! We need more of this in the world! ❤ [m.facebook.com]

BeeHappy comments on Feb 27, 2019:

Love one another... https://youtu.be/yQgP5D5VpIA

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

I saw Jesse Colin Young and the YoungBloods at my SUNY New Paltz in the 70's...yea...great tune!

Found this on "just for laughs".

altschmerz comments on Feb 27, 2019:

My brother keeps telling me, you can’t make someone change his mind on Facebook. You have to let things go.

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

If you watch the whole thing..he sort of comes to that conclusion..."we should love each other - your opinion matters - especially when it sounds just like me".. (slide the time bar to 5:11)

This is my favorite bikini... How do you like it?

ToakReon comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I'm sorry - it looks utterly ridiculous. Yes, I know. It's the 'her boobs are so big it just can't cover them' narrative, but the result is a style that's just inherently and deliberately absurd. Put her in something that ACTUALLY FITS HER and she will look both prettier and brighter.

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

...but less photogenic. Face it...she has a phenomenal figure. She's probably well paid for her looks. You can bet that in 'real life' she wouldn't wear such skimpy outfits...

This seems so appropriate for the "chat" I just left, & too often for the site in general.

hankster comments on Feb 27, 2019:

did i miss sumpin?

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

It's a brilliant adaptation of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody relating to posting on Facebook..and here, as well. Watch it and you'll see...

Good morning, everyone! When I was 24, I left my family, friends, home, stability, beautiful city ...

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

Good question. 2 Possibly craziest things I did. 1. Stay devoted to my first wife who, dying of cancer, became pregnant from another man. I helped her through the abortion...and even though she didn't live with me supported her in her adventure to "live alone"... 2. Spent far too much ...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@PalacinkyPDX Nah...but dumb and crazy...it's a fine line...

Good morning, everyone! When I was 24, I left my family, friends, home, stability, beautiful city ...

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

Good question. 2 Possibly craziest things I did. 1. Stay devoted to my first wife who, dying of cancer, became pregnant from another man. I helped her through the abortion...and even though she didn't live with me supported her in her adventure to "live alone"... 2. Spent far too much ...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@PalacinkyPDX I was young, naive, and dumb for #1....and for #2 to have happened I must have been crazy....

An interesting fact! ?

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I must defend Republicanism here. Not today's republicans.....but Republicanism. It's a shame that America's greediest, racist, sexist, #religulous became affiliated with this party. I'm sad. True Republicanism stood for -more careful spending -more scientific (can you believe that?)...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@jerry99 And I just noticed; you and I are the same age. Obama "grayed" out fast...but he was just as sharp on his last day. Reagan was showing signs of dementia early...as Trump is... Don't be an old buddy-duddy-ageist. Us old guys will stay sharp for years to come.

An interesting fact! ?

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I must defend Republicanism here. Not today's republicans.....but Republicanism. It's a shame that America's greediest, racist, sexist, #religulous became affiliated with this party. I'm sad. True Republicanism stood for -more careful spending -more scientific (can you believe that?)...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@jerry99 I generally concur; and that'll probably be the way the convention will work out. But right now my money's on Sanders. He set world records for first day fund collections on his first day of announcing. There's a whole mess of Americans who agree with me. http://fortune.com/2019/02/20/bernie-sanders-fundraising-money-raised/

An interesting fact! ?

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I must defend Republicanism here. Not today's republicans.....but Republicanism. It's a shame that America's greediest, racist, sexist, #religulous became affiliated with this party. I'm sad. True Republicanism stood for -more careful spending -more scientific (can you believe that?)...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@jerry99 Bernie is 4 years, 9 months older than DJT...But he's obviously smarter, more articulate, far more healthier and fitter than Trump. . Bernie will become Pres at age 77, and start his 2nd term at 81. He'd be wise to take on a good young woman VP...like Harris or Klobuchar....but stop that ageist B.S. Bernie's far younger, mentally and physically, then DJT.

An interesting fact! ?

Robecology comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I must defend Republicanism here. Not today's republicans.....but Republicanism. It's a shame that America's greediest, racist, sexist, #religulous became affiliated with this party. I'm sad. True Republicanism stood for -more careful spending -more scientific (can you believe that?)...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@ToolGuy I concur. I hope Sanders is nominated. We'll see.

[real-time-with-bill-maher-blog.

buckeyehoppy comments on Feb 27, 2019:

As always, a well- reasoned viewpoint from Bill Maher. I find Amy Klobuchar to be at least as strong a candidate as any in the Democratic primary field. She doesn't have an extensive resume of elected experience. But that should be overlooked based on how effective she's been in the offices she's...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@buckeyehoppy Here's a great cartoon that explains the "kool aide"... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW9R6jgE7SQ

I have a Keurig, and I use the reusable cups.

KKGator comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I don't have a Keurig, so I don't have to deal with those little cup things. That would drive me crazy. However, I do have a regular coffee maker, and always I set it up the night before. In the morning, all I have to do is push the button. It's an easy habit to develop and takes less than 3 ...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

@KKGator Kudos Gator gal!

[real-time-with-bill-maher-blog.

buckeyehoppy comments on Feb 27, 2019:

As always, a well- reasoned viewpoint from Bill Maher. I find Amy Klobuchar to be at least as strong a candidate as any in the Democratic primary field. She doesn't have an extensive resume of elected experience. But that should be overlooked based on how effective she's been in the offices she's...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

The real question I have is - Is America ready for a woman leader? I think Trump's election was from a very white-male dominant electorate voice.

Bill Maher addressed Bezos on his "New Rules" last Friday night.

chilehead9 comments on Feb 25, 2019:

He's right. Bezos. Besos is Spanish for kisses.

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

Thanks...editing...

I have a Keurig, and I use the reusable cups.

KKGator comments on Feb 27, 2019:

I don't have a Keurig, so I don't have to deal with those little cup things. That would drive me crazy. However, I do have a regular coffee maker, and always I set it up the night before. In the morning, all I have to do is push the button. It's an easy habit to develop and takes less than 3 ...

Robecology replies on Feb 27, 2019:

I resisted the Keurig 'push"....I like my reusable gold filter and drip machine.... They don't call me Robecology for nothin" !

I got sucked into watching McCabe's press tour for his book today.

Robecology comments on Feb 24, 2019:

Go to Barnes and Noble or Amazon and "look inside' -both sites let you read the intro and forward....Good stuff. More damning evidence that DJT is not necessarily conspiring to get Russian assistance, he's just bungling one thing after another and letting the Russians play him without obvious ...

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

@F-IM-Forty I think the time for Pissing and cursing is over. Time for a mature, rational press to support candidates, volunteer for door-to-door service, etc. It's grunt - in-the-ditches work. Buy, wear and share pins, at least. I bought 2 dozen of these...on my third dozen. Wear-em and share-em... https://dqzrr9k4bjpzk.cloudfront.net/images/10483604/580654734.jpg

Found this billboard image from Coal country....This is "why we need science"

48thRonin comments on Feb 25, 2019:

Hey I’m actually on Facebook and all your link did was send me to the other 98%. So if it’s a picture then just save it and post it but if it’s a video of some kind then find it’s original link. This renders the best success

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

Thanks for checking...

?you like my tan lines?

Lennie comments on Feb 25, 2019:

Yes I do, but they need some sun screen rubbing on them before you go out! ?

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

Can I get In line to do that?

AOC-REALLY doing what she says! [washingtonpress.com]

Robecology comments on Feb 25, 2019:

For those who have read the Times article on Amy Klobuchar and have come away thinking she"s "too tough on her staff" I found this rebuttal...by many if not all recent members of her staff; Open Letter to the Editors on the Recent Coverage of Amy Klobuchar Go to the profile of Erick Garcia Luna...

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

@Looking4-Others Fixed....I think.

"Not all Repubicans are Racist...but all racists are Republicans"... [youtube.com]

Redheadedgammy comments on Feb 25, 2019:

George Will is real good at turning a true statement into a lie. Glad Bill corrected him!!!!

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

@Redheadedgammy I have a lot of respect for G.W. He's a rare classic, honest, conservative. His POV's are followed by many. I've read a lot of his columns over many years. I would love to see an example of what you're speaking of. I offer you some of his quotes to pick apart. Interested in your POV; Will wrote. "They will then have leisure time to wonder why they worked so hard to achieve membership in a legislature whose unexercised muscles have atrophied because of people like them." Will targets House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) and many other Republican lawmakers for serving as the "president’s poodles." "Not because James Madison’s system has failed but because today’s abject careerists have failed to be worthy of it," Will added. "Congressional Republicans (congressional Democrats are equally supine toward Democratic presidents) have no higher ambition than to placate this president." Will continued that the failure of Congress to respond in productive ways to the president has impaired the Constitution's separation of powers. "The Republican-controlled Congress, which waited for Trump to undo by unilateral decree the border folly they could have prevented by actually legislating, is an advertisement for the unimportance of Republican control." Will's criticism comes after a tumultuous week for Trump — one in which he ultimately signed an executive order to stop the practice of separating families at the U.S.-Mexico border. It remains unclear, however, how or when the thousands of families divided will be reunited. Will has frequently criticized the GOP under Trump. Last week he accused the party of being subservient to the president while making an appearance on "Real Time with Bill Maher."

Who watched the Oscars last night?

Deiter comments on Feb 25, 2019:

As far as politics goes, urban America agrees with the Hollywood elite. But so what? As long the electoral college exists, that sea of underpopulated, overworked pissy red gets to continue to pull us into disaster.

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

Good POV....it's exactly what Bill Maher said at the end of his show Friday Feb 22...He recommends that Bezos looks to middle America for his next Amazon HQ. https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2019/02/23/bill_maher_amazon_should_build_new_headquarters_in_middle_america.html

Who watched the Oscars last night?

BudFrank comments on Feb 25, 2019:

This is interesting, comparing the live aid performance to the movie. I really like the movie. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8z6wJHPhJUM

Robecology replies on Feb 25, 2019:

Wow....just.....wow......what a talent....what a loss....