It's been a challenge to learn how to walk again, and building muscle has not been a thing that I ...

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Kudos, Ed. You've made incredible progress. I still hope you show us before and after pics...you have a lot to be proud of!

[realclearscience.com] This is fun!!

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Awesome...with data that proves it works! Guess we'll be seeing a lot more painted cows!

Another story from the deep past, but with some interest for todays world. [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Anton's videos are good...but not great. He needs to slow down and articulate...you can see that his videos start and stop...he's trying to say too much in too short a time.

Good morning! Last night I woke up, wondering if this intense fear, cold and full body tingling was ...

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Indeed...dreams bother me...I won't call them "night-mares" - they're not quite "horror-movies" but the absurdity of them has me leaping out of bed sometimes.

Been there, done that, got the T shirt

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Quite normal!

A Comic Book approach but nevertheless: [yesmagazine.org]

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Thanks for this. I forwarded the link to my daughter in law who's gung-ho enthusiastic about "farming" her new 2 acre property.

Petunia was hitting my deep stash yesterday, thinking if she cleared it out she would have more ...

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

I found her address; and yes...she still wants the outdated condoms....and any old/clean but no longer used medical supplies that you have... 455 w23rd st 1e NY, NY. 10011 718.415.1583 MoonflowerHealingArts.com Here's a recent newsletter that I got from her... The Haiti Clinic - 10 years of service to the poor! Michelle LaDue <michellenladue@gmail.com> 2:07 PM Dear friends, As many of you know I have been involved in volunteering with the Naturopathic Relief Clinic in Haiti for the past 8 years. I have visited Haiti on 5 medical missions to our clinic in Port-au-Prince offering healing services to the extremely poor communities with great successes. Since all of the political upheaval, violence, and rioting on the streets that has grown in the past few years I have not visited the clinic recently. I still support the clinic and the people in Haiti by continuing to help manage it from a far with fundraising, education, and growing/making herbal medicines to send to them throughout the year. Here is our yearly update and report on what we've been up to this past year! **Please consider donating if you can. Your support over the years has been so helpful! Thank you! ** Another year of clinic has passed and the Naturopathic Relief Clinic has continued its invaluable work, offering free naturopathic health care to about 7,000 people, bringing the total of patients to 77,000 in almost 10 years! This is an astonishing accomplishment, as the overall situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate. What were seismic shock waves have now turned into a veritable socio-political earthquake: daily gang shootings, political unrest, attempts to overthrow the government, gigantic embezzlement scandals, riots, mugging, hospital strikes etc. rock Port-au-Prince daily. Two months ago, Bernard (our clinic manager for many years) tried to make his way from downtown Port-au-Prince to the area where the clinic is when he was visiting Haiti for two weeks. He had to abandon the plan half way, because he got caught in a shooting, having to wait it out lying on the floor of his hastily parked by the roadside car. There was not a single day during his stay that was safe enough to drive. Meanwhile, Marie-Lucie, Camio and helper Robinson have been holding clinic when it is safe and there is no curfew. Clinic attendance has fluctuated greatly for three main reasons. Whenever the government hospitals are on strike, the clinic is swamped with people seeking help. When it is too dangerous, people cannot reach the clinic or try to stay inside, or there may be a warning asking everyone to stay indoors. At those times, Marie-Lucie and Camio have seen people from their homes for emergency treatments, which they also do on weekends. When ...

[upworthy.

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Indeed!. I love Elen. I'm a regular participant on many conservative and pro-Trump FB pages....because I don't name-call...because I try to gently present the facts. Are the Conservative-pro-Trump crowd tough? Definitely. But they're still decent people. Many are either naive, or uninformed, or undereducated...and to those who start name-calling it tells me I've pressed too many of their buttons and just need to leave them alone...or in some cases...block them...especially when they "attack" or "get personal". But a few are genuinely disappointed in DJT...and want to change. Just remember; the Trump supporter has their backs against the wall. They're like cornered rats....they will be defensive, they will lash out and try to counter with your alleged "attacks"...so be nice...be empathetic. I often share this...a very empathetically done story of the weird behavior of a pro-Trump American. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW9R6jgE7SQ

Under Scrutiny For Corruption, Trump Blurs Meaning Of Corruption | Rachel Maddow | MSNBC ...

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

More from Rachel on Colbert....a brilliant combination https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=au3Y60ty6Ik

After a solo retreat in a cabin in the woods off the grid, I have decided to not date right now.

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

@ArtzyNerd; Congrats on falling in love...with yourself. It's a major milestone to getting off the "relationship" addiction. I'm not saying don't strive to be a "we"...but make it a preference....not a "must have" /addiction.

video post - worth the click! [facebook.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Here's the video directly, for those of you with no FB links... https://youtu.be/0Ab4BRAQElw

video post - worth the click! [facebook.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 8, 2019:

Clooney is great! Here's the direct link to the website; https://climatecrocks.com/2019/05/08/george-clooney-against-dumbfkery/

Happy Monday! For years It was suggested that I get a griddle.

Robecology comments on Oct 7, 2019:

I just bought a second induction/convection oven!! I had bought one a couple of years ago because I had had an induction cooktop and loved it...it heats the pan (which must be made of iron, or steel) by tiny magnets..the surface doesn't get red hot....and it cooks much faster than the regular hot-surface ovens. They were priced over a thousand....until recently...I took a chance with a "fridgidaire" model... and I like it so much that when my son moved to his new home I bought him one. I found this model in Jetson's (Port St. Lucie Florida) https://www.frigidaire.com/Kitchen-Appliances/Ranges/Induction-Range/FFIF3054TS/

Petunia was hitting my deep stash yesterday, thinking if she cleared it out she would have more ...

Robecology comments on Oct 7, 2019:

I know of a group that specifically asks for out-of-date condoms. They know (like most of us) that the dating of products is a commercial benefit thing....if the package is sealed, they're still good. I've messaged her...if you do Facebook, go here: Moonflower Healing Arts, Michelle LaDue L.Ac./Doula Her groups name is "Hearts Helping Haiti". and ask her directly where to send them. The men of Haiti appreciate stuff like this; and the growth there is out of hand....

Let me try this again. I made a rookie mistake 🥺. For any other Bernie and Breaking Bad fans.

Robecology comments on Oct 6, 2019:

Bernie's hit a hurdle. He's been proven that he's aging....getting old. We're going to have to decide if his tenets...his precepts....his life devoted to a good, fair society .... ....needs him as the leader. ....Can he "anoint Liz" to carry the torch? Or does he have to prove that it was "just a hurdle" and it's "normal to stumble"...as long as you keep running?

Tiny house.

Robecology comments on Oct 6, 2019:

Pros (to living small/compact) - Energy efficient. You are making a small "Eco - footprint". Cons - reduced decorating opps...reduced cooking space. It's a tough call. I downsized from a 3-2 to a 2-2....I keep the BR/bath closed off except for company....so it's essentially a 1-1...with a choice of bathrooms....and lots of windows...

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but Ginger baker has died!

Robecology comments on Oct 6, 2019:

The story; https://www.theguardian.com/music/2019/oct/06/ginger-baker-wild-and-brilliant-cream-drummer-dies-aged-80

4 October 2019 - Diet Diary - I am so far holding my own, right around my original goal of 140, + ...

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

Protein. Something us seniors don't get enough of...Not sure why...but do consider buying that big container of protein powder or a few sets of those small but potent high protein drinks.

Hey members.

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

Far less here than on Facebook. FB responders don't follow debate rules, call names, and get rude; I rarely find that here.

Good morning .

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

Having taught health to adults in night school, I've become highly motivated to stay fit and eat right. Having said that; I've been struggling to get down in to the lean and fit weight bracket that I had most of my adult life. Working out is harder when you're retired and older. On top of that, our diet habits are started before we could walk and talk...so changing them is harder than quitting drugs. The actor Matthew McConaughey said something years ago which stuck with me; "Sweat every day. It's like pissing and shitting...our body needs it to get rid of wastes. That plus do an exercise that makes you huff and puff for 20-30 minutes a day"....and he's really aging nicely. So take his advice...if you want to spend more time than allotted in that body. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_McConaughey

Where is everyone?

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

I concur with most of the responders. The "chat" rooms are vague, and if there's no good "topic" brought up....then it's just silly, pretentious, and kind of "daft". My recommendation? Find cool/funny/interesting stuff on the web. Copy the link, or download the pic. If you copy You-tube links, the previews show up well. Make a comment...or ask a question about the post...you'll get plenty of feedback. I got to level 8 in "no time" just doing it that way. E.G. This is one of the best quotes from famous atheist Richard Dawkins; what're your thoughts?

So my bf, Frankie, has expressed to me his opinion that I shouldn't be posting pics here anymore.

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

BF wants you to stop posting "sexy classy" pics. He doesn't propose marriage...but you have his baby. Now his parents want to baptize the child...and you "give in"...pretty soon he'll not be happy with those of us who support your rights.... Hmmmm...someone's losing ground, here.

Just upgraded to XR because my 7+ starting flaking out.

Robecology comments on Oct 5, 2019:

I'm an apple regular for the simple reason it never crashes...ever. I've heard of everyone else with PC systems getting very upset at the pop-ups, and freezes....that just never happens with apples. The store bends over backwards to help you if/when you must go there....

Brainstorming help, please: A long-distance friend and I want to meet for a week this fall someplace...

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

Yellowstone is Amazing. The Grand Canyon is unique and special. Don't worry about advanced booking; if you decide to go there, do call them...if it's only 2 adults, 1 room...that's easy. And...if you want to come hang with me...no room cost (I have a spare BR) just cover your grub...I'm on the beach in Ft. Pierce.

Could gravity change with time? [livescience.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

The question is...is earth gaining or losing mass? From what I've heard/read we're gaining tons per minute of space debris....space "dust" as it were....but...we are losing tons of very light gasses...though at an infinitely slow pace. Obviously the pace wasn't always this slow - and perhaps was positive (growing) not negative (shrinking) as it is today...but just as obviously - gravity on our earth is changing. Earth's mass is variable, subject to both gain and loss due to the accretion of in-falling material, including micrometeorites and cosmic dust and the loss of hydrogen and helium gas, respectively. The combined effect is a net loss of material, estimated at 5.5×107 kg (5.4×104 long tons) per year. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_mass

Any opinions?....

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

Imagine if he died by being hung instead of crucified...all the Christians would be wearing tiny gold nooses?

Legend says....

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

I'm agnostic. Prove it.

He looked a lot like Che Guevara, drove a diesel van... [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

Bowie's fatal flaw...he was a heavy cigarette smoker.

The one on the right is my car maybe a slightly bit more fatalistic? :-)

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

We will end it soon enough...and we will take most land life and most higher forms of ocean life with us...but that will just re-set the evolutionary clock. We'll be back. Barring any unforseen meteors, the next intelligent beings set to dominate the Earth (misnamed...should be called "the Ocean") are either Octopi, Cetaceans, or - if land creatures dominate - they could very well be reptilian....

I have not eaten a good tasting strawberry since my childhood, they are still red, still a good size...

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

I'm afraid that science says it's more likely that you have a taste "memory" that, because it was new...was exaggerated. A child experiencing a strawberry for the first time is a "new experience" and tends to create "expectations". Having said that...there's also the possibility that in your past you experienced a more carefully grown fruit. But the science suggests otherwise. https://www.theroasterie.com/blog/palate-fatigue-yes-your-taste-buds-can-get-tired-too/

Tourist Photo of Cloudy Belgian Sky Holds Stunning Similarity to Van Gogh's ‘Starry Night’

Robecology comments on Oct 4, 2019:

And not many realize how hard it is to get a photo looking directly in to the sun...and still have foreground lighting...amazing....and very likely "edited"

Bernie suffered a blow with news he had to have 2 stents put in.

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

Stents and heart surgery rejuvenate. It will allow him to throw off typically nerve-dulling meds. This might be a good thing.

Posted this in the baby boomers group but felt it should be posted here too.

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

That's easy. Several cast iron frying pans. Those new induction cook-tops? Wow...

Do you think body armor should be illegal? Why or why not? [ar500armor.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

It's not a matter of should it be legal or illegal...the point is why should there even be a need to buy it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR9NHjDi4EA

(I cheated with the s’mores at the campfire)

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

funny you should mention S'mores....but I let them be a rare treat. This was from 10 months ago...

Good morning! I think I've had "gremlins" in the house for several years.

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

Famous gremlin hiding places...behind and next to the washing machine and dryer. Behind the toilet. Behind/under the Etegere and/or other bedroom furniture. Look there for your "stuff". Missing kichen stuff? Take out your kitchen drawers, open up your cabinets and remove stuff that's been sitting there a while. The gremlins live there, too.

Who is this goddess?

Robecology comments on Oct 3, 2019:

No idea; but a nice "Sexy Classy" shot....

I should ask @toolguy about this:

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

From the Rapid City side? It's deep in South Dakota, which is south of North Dakota.... https://www.yellowstonepark.com/.image/c_limit%2Ccs_srgb%2Cfl_progressive%2Cq_auto:good%2Cw_620/MTU2NDUwNTgyMTg0MzM5MTYy/bbh-region-map-feature_700.jpg

Scavenger hunt.. Post your favorites !

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Marilyn's special...I grew up with a crush on her...miss her ...

I heard laughter as I was doing "house-husband" duties today.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

I assume you've read his book? It's decent....not great...but fun.... https://www.lionsroar.com/the-dude-and-the-zen-master-may-2013/

In case your ego is flaring up today:

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

We're just chemical coincidences....

Good Afternoon Everyone! Catching up on sleep and travel time.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

I bet the water was cold....

basketry on rocks No credit given

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Totally useless....totally beautiful!

Finally! A look at food from a scientific point of view.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Oh...and one more thing....I have to try this... https://www.cnbc.com/2019/08/08/vegetarians-torn-over-trying-burger-kings-impossible-whopper.html

Finally! A look at food from a scientific point of view.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

I won't give you "heat"....but it does point this out in the article; "Importantly, the studies did not investigate non-health reasons for eschewing beef and bacon — including animal welfare and meat production’s harmful impact on the environment — and the science backing the environmental case remains stronger than ever." So there's **non-direct-health reasons** to be concerned. If you've ever passed by a feed lot, the smell is overpowering. I'm sure If someone lit a match, there'd be an explosion...the methane was that thick. Remember; methane is 25 times (2500%) more potent a greenhouse gas than CO2 is. Also within the article is this suggestion that eating less meat might reduce our **obesity issues...** https://www.vox.com/2019/1/23/18185446/climate-change-planet-based-diet-lancet-eat-commission

October 1st.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Loved Tim...followed his career...even did plays on Broadway....suffered a stroke...in a wheelchair....in seclusion now....sad. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Curry

Some people have a natural beauty to them

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

S E X Y C L A S S Y !!!!

tRump says he can grab them by the pussy, but some pussies fight back

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

http://imgur.com/Kp9jgBV

Senate Democrats ask the IRS to consider stripping the NRA of its tax-exempt status [nbcnews.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Found a great video on the topic; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR9NHjDi4EA

MASS builds memorial for gun violence at Chicago Architecture Biennial

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

i found another great video;( i know the Obama one got you bored) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR9NHjDi4EA

Anyone know who these guys are?

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

I think the guy on the lett is Arnold Stang? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Stang The guy on the right was in early movies as a serious actor...I think he often played bad guys...forget his name.

Links to FaceBook- @admin or @cs10 or @sitesupport, does anyone know if itd be possible to resolve ...

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

If I like something in FB....I either click on the story then copy the story URL....But showing the FB link requires those who want to view it to have a password to FB. or if it's a video I'll search Youtube for the same video. The Youtube version shows a nice preview here...the facebook link shows nothing. example; FB LINK;https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marketwatch.com%2Fstory%2Fthis-could-be-the-next-gold-mine-for-tesla-and-other-electric-vehicles-2019-10-02%3Fsiteid%3Dyhoof2%26yptr%3Dyahoo%26fbclid%3DIwAR15NqbyRKfPFG-dTHLf1IbgHnbxI50dA0v-mSzK31zvFj_QTJEXgLlZ9wQ&h=AT0BOhVRUR1qeHfA6NiNcZjam8KzdEW2HalQjPiwPjbauc7cyuZYFz2QUjCQI8rdOR1Yc-IWxqaNCQt4S7mHO-5sZ05qh-aEeQAZbudn1UHqdaDJ5Z1mTosjCumltw8KChIdFHMxq36Q4o2ZMVs4z4J7J2Eoei0EsextTo6wwkk Direct story link; https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-could-be-the-next-gold-mine-for-tesla-and-other-electric-vehicles-2019-10-02?siteid=yhoof2=yahoo=IwAR15NqbyRKfPFG-dTHLf1IbgHnbxI50dA0v-mSzK31zvFj_QTJEXgLlZ9wQ Here's the FB URL for a video (again, you need a FB password - the video is SNL Cold open) https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DxR25izGfrmQ%26fbclid%3DIwAR33N25WXJqcrofrkKtJEaa_ZiasRPzP2GSrPfme85VrX66J5OFofsLLNo0&h=AT2169ZLvLhVl9pMpDFTqqAEkXM2ZAeQESoiLLZbAUkAeTJDzWjdf_lTv3rkMU7So0oKhD8tSVq7ooH2KQmkMBZHNs3Wykl1LT_1iWdK7MF8_cLcaRkkXjQedarHoxD9IgskKYbWGQBVbsz5uKJW249DewlkaBdQyYdKm7mX6pk and here's the Youtube URL. notice the preview image appears nicely. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xR25izGfrmQ

If you want to spice up your texts, there’s an app for that.

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Thanks....I've used the freebies bult in to the phone...never tried these...

Happy Wednesday! How do you like your pizza?

Robecology comments on Oct 2, 2019:

Agree and concur; Thin crust, cheesy classic is always a welcome treat...and you can change the toppings and have a different meal every day of the week...using the Pizza formula - thin dough, yeast based...topped with - you name it!

Heat wave: Record heat scorches South, heads for Midwest, Northeast [usatoday.com]

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

This "blip" in the weather won't impress the climate deniers....and shouldn't even be pointed out by the Climate change believers. The bigger picture is the frigntening one. Remember; Weather is the local, temporary conditions. Climate is the much longer, seasonal, average conditions, over a broader area.

The Median Amazon Employee's Salary Is $28,000.

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Meanwhile, Jeff employs over half a million world-wide. When Amazon jobs open up...there's long lines of folk who want in. His employment growth is rocketing upwards. He lives a modest life; one jet, one boat. (Betsy DeVos, and the Waltons by contrast, has many boats and jets). So let's ease off Jeff. He's revolutionizing commercial product purchasing...reducing car pollution (because you no longer have to drive, park, shop, and drive home....one deivery truck saves dozens of shoppers from going out to buy)... Brick and mortar "stores" have reduced 30% in the past few years. All the major big sales companies are adopting his "free delivery" services...and he's a generous philanthropist. Give it a rest. https://cdn.geekwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Screen-Shot-2018-02-01-at-1.17.10-PM-630x424.png

Hey Guyses! Connie asked me to jump in today because she's uber busy.

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Good question. I've been to quite a few in my life. I think the science is still "out" (inconclusive) on the benefits of spinal manipulation... On top of that, I have two friends who are doing well in the business. I think they're the last of the "faith healers".... That, and the fact that they want you to heal using their "touch" rather than meds and surgery....says a lot for them...and the pseudo-science of Chiropractic - that might actually, eventually, prove to have validity.

Now where did I put that stuff?

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Billy Idol...still rockin at 64... https://www.heraldweekly.com/5-juicy-facts-about-billy-idols-hit-song-white-wedding/

Sweetness.......

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Please don't notice me....please don't notice me...please don't notice me....

Would you do your job if you didn't get paid?

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Teaching was like that for me for most of my career. A fun job. Hardly struggled with the pay....although I joined the union....but the paychecks were always an "extra"/dividend for the job...

Florida autumn weather.

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Living close to the ocean - I'm loving it...low 80's...breezy...cool when you get out of the pool/ocean...and most snowbirds still up north...

"C" for me 👍😊

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Technically B...but born after the war ended...in '45....so I'm an early (post-war) baby-boomer....

Sometimes I think these guys are just trolling. I don't want to believe anyone is this stupid.

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

They are literally "trolling" - as in throwing out bait for suckers to bite....I've heard/read from more than one source that a few nerds threw this "pseudo-proof" that the earth was flat (looks flat to me) to make it a "thing" for fools and suckers to bite....and boy have they taken the bait!

Does anyone use the video upload feature on their user profile?

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

No....I don't use the feature....If I find a video I like...I go to it..copy the link, and paste it here...Easy Pezey! Here's one from Saturday...SNL cold open about Trump... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xR25izGfrmQ

What exactly has that orange-headed moron done to make you rednecks find him so intelligent?

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

The New Yorker cover artist says it all....

Ross Cage.

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

Slow day for you, huh?

Love at first sight doesn't work out for me therefore . . . .

Robecology comments on Oct 1, 2019:

The number and variety of Pics are the best indicator of their "readiness" to "fall in "LUV"...

This is significant! 30 Years of Research Shows Sauna Bathing is Game-Changer for Longevity and ...

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

At least 4 times a week - 60% lower chance of dementia? Cool. It's one of the main reasons I bought in to this condo (notice the hot tub in the lower left...3 floors below me!)

What do you use for self-defence?

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

It's called avoidance. Not paranoid, obsessive avoidance but the avoidance of dangerous confrontations using wise decisions and planning.

Have to appreciate how far Robotics has come: [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

Wow! Amazing! Sharing on FB!

It'll get your party started!!

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

They're easy to make...you just need one of those big buckets, a tough, yet flexible rubber based fabric that you can put over the top of the bucket, tape or a bungee cord to seal the flexible material over the large end, and a small jig saw blade to cut a 1 - 1.5 inch hole in the bottom. I think you can use the original lid as well; you just then need a sturdy hammer to create the impact "puff" or directed wind blast. I've seen science teachers all the back to the early 70's blow out candles across a room with this thing.

Ok, here's a question.

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

His key is his "alleged" wealth; and his decision to buy good lawyers. The NY Times called him the biggest loser....in his career he managed to go in to bankruptcy 6 times...that means at least 6 times we taxpayers paid off his basic debt. He's famous for leaving thousands unpaid. His court demands and lawsuits are in the thousands. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/05/07/us/politics/donald-trump-taxes.html He withheld his taxes because he knew that those with half a brain would see the clever ways he beat the system. He has made clearly racist assertions going back decades; from the convictions (found guilty) of housing discrimination to the many year harangue about Obama's birth certificate. He's a sick, but clever man...and so, unfortunately, are the millions who voted for him. Now that we've seen how he favors despots and works to undermine the school system and the EPA, as well as the American farming disaster, maybe fewer will vote for him in 2020. This video explains not only both his and his voters' illness, but explains why his hatred against immigrants is wrong https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW9R6jgE7SQ

A 4 year old boy was asked to give thanks before a big dinner.

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

This is said as a joke...but there's a lot of insight in to the indoctrination that goes on with #religulous families. 4 year-olds are often given that "chore" to say a family prayer; and in their basic wisdom will ask simple truths like the child, above, did. Sad. this reminds me of what i went through as a child.

I cannot find how to see a complete list of groups on this site, any pointers?

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

I've noticed in my mail (from admin) that any group that remains insctive for 30 days is terminated....so don't worry about this. Move your cursor to "Browse" above, then click on groups. I think after level 4 you can make your own group?

Good Monday Morning, everyone! I had a friend make a cranky comment this morning on FB to another ...

Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

Tolerance is not my strong suit. But if I come across, or find that I "have a friend that acts irrationally" I won't get loud...I'll "divorce" them. I've divorced three women and two brothers. I won't debate with them. I won't even consider their arguments "irrational"....they just don't agree with me. Maybe I'm the "irrational" one...but life's too short to try to compromise with folk you don't get along with. IMO.

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Robecology comments on Sep 30, 2019:

A bit long-winded....but the point is clear.... The FFC...the fossil fuel consortium....all businesses related to fuel use (oil/coal miners/processers/delivery/distributors and all gas-auto makers/sellers/servicers),,, . ...are lying through their smiles... to get America to continue with their profit-taking for as long as possible. And it's fully supported by the government....only Russia, Brazil, and Indonesia have lower fuel taxes... https://afdc.energy.gov/data/10327 Remember the lies from Big Tobacco? (BT)...well they are small compared to the FFC. And the lies were perpetuated for decades.

Has anyone heard about Tesla's plans with maxwell battery technology or the million mile anode?

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

You know I have; https://www.theengineer.co.uk/tesla-million-mile-battery/

I came across this graphic recently from Steve Conover's book Neutering the national debt and ...

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

I agree with the diagram...and so does Bernie. Of course his outspoken "tax the rich" is going to get more press.....but consider his lifestyle. He will work to attack the PCR's all across society. https://www.nytimes.com/live/new-hampshire-primary-2016-election/bernie-sanders-wins-every-demographic-group/

It's been scientifically proven.

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

Cute...but it's not "science"...if you don't measure.

OK.

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

I call it a "revolution" because the range of the Tesla is jumping every few months. I bought the "top of the line" range machine in January 2019...the range then was 340. Then it jumped, a few months later, to 370. Now it's 385. That's today. Tomorrow it could be more.

Im on my way for an inter-Island hopping, and abruptly there are two choppers hanging around ...

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

Good photo-journalism!

It's going to be an awkward day for me today.

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

Sad that Frankie's parents want baby J to be "initiated" in to the mythological #religulous world...yet he doesn't want to commit to marrying you...not offering a legal, nor religious marriage. I don't think we're getting the whole story...and it's not our business....but it sounds like you and baby J are getting the "short end of the stick" Thanks for opening up to us. We love you, and want the best for you.

Most climate change deniers have morphed from denying that climate change is even happening to ...

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

" How can they speak of uncontrollable global warming as a comforting relief and then go back sitting in their easy chair watching Fox news?" Easy. Greed is the perfect addiction. Far better than drugs. Nothing to smoke/snort/shoot.... and you often don't risk your own money if you're clever. In fact; your family loves your addiction. ...but it is an addiction. Withdrawal symptoms....nervous cigarette smoking....suicide....see-through lying.....the addict pays dearly if the investments fail. So because they have a lot to lose; they will lie. They will cheat. They will distort the facts. They will deny the evidence. Sound familiar? Big Tobacco (BT) did the same thing...stalled the facts for decades. Remember these? Well; the Fossil fuel consortium (the FFC) is many times bigger than BT. Expect decades of denial....like this;

Ammosexual Logic not only full of Shit.

Robecology comments on Sep 29, 2019:

I saved this video for posts like this; if we're on the same page...save it...share it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR9NHjDi4EA

Hi everyone and happy Saturday! After this whole ordeal at the bank, my son told us yesterday that ...

Robecology comments on Sep 28, 2019:

I found a great video that argues both sides very quickly and intelligently; by the "tongue-in-cheek "Betty Bowers - America's best Christian"....watch...and share. Brilliant! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR9NHjDi4EA

Hi everyone and happy Saturday! After this whole ordeal at the bank, my son told us yesterday that ...

Robecology comments on Sep 28, 2019:

I've had my share; I used to be an NRA member...but then they got political...and started getting support from the rapid-fire weapons-makers....so I quit. It's a scary temptation to keep a loaded weapon in your home....so I brought my gun to a gun store and sold it....and felt a burden lift off my mind. Glad I'm now gun free.

25 Sept.

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

I don't see/read what you're doing for exercise. Are you working on raising your fitness? Any huff-n-puffing? Any sweating? Please; don't just cut calories...find a way to "get busy"...?

Bumper sticker of the year award goes to...

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

That's demeaning. I hate the "get a life" or "grow up" or "get a brain" comments...they're arrogant and righteous. Let's feel badly for our delusional friends....I invite them to join us all the time!

Here's a new one.

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

It's the infinite focus in the tiny phone lenses that allows this. No more "depth of field"...I miss that..

Last post for the day... This may be a repeat... Not sure... Good night...

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

Yay! A sexy classy! Not a child...good lighting...kudos!

Demi Rose

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

Wow!

Greta Thunberg in Montreal today: we were nearly half a million in the streets!!! ...

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

I rarely post long, drawn-out conversations; but this is by Greta Thunberg....it's the background story for why she's so popular and inspirational. Dear world; My name is Greta Thunberg. (updated Sept 23). "Recently I’ve seen many rumors circulating about me and enormous amounts of hate. This is no surprise to me. So allow me to elaborate about what I've done, and what I am trying to do. I know that since most people are not aware of the full meaning of the climate crisis (which is understandable since it has never been treated as a crisis) a school strike for the climate would seem very strange to people in general. So let me make some things clear about my school strike. In may 2018 I was one of the winners in a writing competition about the environment held by Svenska Dagbladet, a Swedish newspaper. I got my article published and some people contacted me, among others was Bo Thorén from Fossil Free Dalsland. He had some kind of group with people, especially youth, who wanted to do something about the climate crisis. I had a few phone meetings with other activists. The purpose was to come up with ideas of new projects that would bring attention to the climate crisis. Bo had a few ideas of things we could do. Everything from marches to a loose idea of some kind of a school strike (that school children would do something on the schoolyards or in the classrooms). That idea was inspired by the Parkland Students, who had refused to go to school after the school shootings. I liked the idea of a school strike. So I developed that idea and tried to get the other young people to join me, but no one was really interested. They thought that a Swedish version of the Zero Hour march was going to have a bigger impact. So I went on planning the school strike all by myself and after that I didn’t participate in any more meetings. When I told my parents about my plans they weren’t very fond of it. They did not support the idea of school striking and they said that if I were to do this I would have to do it completely by myself and with no support from them. On the 20 of august 2018 I sat down outside the Swedish Parliament. I handed out fliers with a long list of facts about the climate crisis and explanations on why I was striking. The first thing I did was to post on Twitter and Instagram what I was doing and it soon went viral. Then journalists and newspapers started to come. A Swedish entrepreneur and business man active in the climate movement, Ingmar Rentzhog, was among the first to arrive. He spoke with me and took pictures that he posted on Facebook. That was the first time I had ever met or spoken with him. I had not communicated or encountered with him ever before. Many people love to spread...

Happy Friday! I love Autumn - the crispness in the air, the colors, fires, Halloween, chili and ...

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

The colorful leaves blow me away! Expand the 2nd one...do you see what they're doing? Playing soccer with body balls... Too funny!

Enjoying the park and collecting beads!

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

Kiddie porn.

10 Creatures Which Almost Look Unreal – Pt. 3 - YouTube [m.youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

You KNOW I had to watch this...and share it on my FB page!

26 Sept.

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

Low intake, and low metabolism (activity) equals low thermal output and low thermal tolerance. It happens to us with age...and it becomes harder to fight as we get older. Do something that requires you to huff and puff. Climb stairs. Fast walk. Something. Get your metabolism up...so that way you're needed more calories...and you'll get warmer.

While burning the midnight oil it occurred to me that the "Whistle-blower" was obviously present at ...

Robecology comments on Sep 27, 2019:

The "whistleblower" wasn't present during the phone call...and according to Maddow never said (s)he was. According to Adam Schiff the document proves that Trump made a constitutional error. The WhistleBlower was simply pointing this out. The transcript points out that (s)he was 100% truthful.

Worth reposting. I listen to my heart too much!!

Robecology comments on Sep 26, 2019:

In a weird, scientific sense, our heart does effect our emotions. We've all felt the "rush" or "fluster" of someone-something happening that rapidly increases our heartbeat. Fortunately, science does explain that it is, indeed the brain... ...but something's been left out. Hormones, and Ductless glands. You do know about the ductless glands, right? No....then please, click here... https://www.heartmath.org/research/science-of-the-heart/heart-brain-communication/ The gland that I'm talking about? Did you guess the "Adrenals"? Yep. They can give us an "injection" or hormonal juice that can make us run faster, jump higher than normal...and it can be done in very few seconds. Image; the Sypathetic (nervous), and Parasympathetic (glandular) systems.

Sexy and classy

Robecology comments on Sep 26, 2019:

Yesssss!

Good Morning 🤗☕☕☕

Robecology comments on Sep 26, 2019:

Ahhh....coffee!!