My brain might be working over time on this one.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 3, 2019:

The latest version is CE - common era, based on zero being the same time as AD (Anno Domini, literally the year of the lord), which was instituted by a Roman monk about 500AD= 500CE . The BCE (before the common era) correspomds to BC. The change is due to many countries / religions not recognising jesus the god child ... sad they could not find some logical reasoning for the start of time as we know it

In the company of new people, I suspect most of us would have no reservations in uttering the ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 13, 2019:

In England, many people classify themselves as christian (multiple branches of same tree,, but attendance of most churches is at very low levels and still falling .... even weddings and funerals in a church are becoming less common. Christian religion is simply not part of everyday life ... same is not true for muslims ... am unsure of other religious groups. It is perfectly acceptable to openly declare that gods are a figment of past imaginations, adopted by some today ... except with devout muslims ... they take offence ....not sure if there is a fatwa on me yet

Out at the refuge again...Just love this place!!!

ShadowAmicus comments on May 27, 2019:

that is such a privilege - I envy your time and contact with the deer

My heart sank when the sewing machine balked. Got a better result.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 19, 2019:

and yet you may hardly ever fasten the jacket while wearing it ...... looks good - needs the model for best effect

I adore how intelligent this community is.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 1, 2019:

takes one to know one

If you have a phobia bout this, sorry in advance... [facebook.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Dec 1, 2019:

Not a fan of snakes ... been too close and personal with some that wanted to bite me

I've conquered the final hurdle in my fear of being single after 22 years of marriage.

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 28, 2019:

you will be fitting a whole new kitchen soon

I must admit, I'm a little confused. Would this be considered child abuse or racism?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 2, 2019:

It looks like a kid dressing up in a costume - probably too young to have been taught what racism is

I remember this but now lol

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 13, 2019:

carrying a pack for 30 mile a day is way behind me ..I just dont have that strength and endurance any more..... but give me a decent rifle with sights!!! ...which is why I like being in England where they don't let me have one

Made Petunia her first ever watercress sandwhich this evening.

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 13, 2019:

grows wild and profusely in a few of the streams around here ... nice summer freebie crop (few people know what it is)

This is a crossover post about politics, religion and dating.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 28, 2019:

I personally would find it extremely difficult to live with someone who spent their life on their knees praying. Every relationship needs an intellectual meeting of minds, maybe not always agreeing, but always able to discuss.- my experience of religious ladies is that their minds are closed tight and I can not share a life withut debate

American slavery began in 1619: Project documents brutal journey

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 26, 2019:

Back then all life was more brutal than today ... does not make slary right back then, any more than it is right today

Has this ever happened to you?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 2, 2019:

yes

Good Morning My Hippies.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 13, 2019:

have a great day yourself ... you deserve it

For God so loved the world...

ShadowAmicus comments on May 1, 2019:

But the moralistic story is that god saved the goodies and drowned the baddies - so you have to be good because god is always watching and knows all the bad stuff you do. When you convince people of that you have control over social norms like the ten commandments against, killing, fucking your neighbours wife, theft, etc ... so there is some fundamental benefit in the general ideas of religion. Personally - I manage my adherence to morality without the oversight of a god ...... and my neighbours wife was in an unhappy marriage and needed cheering up ... quite often ... didn't turn out well

Bloody brilliant: new emoji to symbolize menstruation welcomed [theguardian.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Feb 10, 2019:

Should we not have an emoji for 'taking a dump', having a pee, cutting my toenails, plucking my eyebrows, and all those other fairly normal bodily functions and jobs that we never normally mention.

trying a new habit this week: one shot of whisky in the evening. we will see how it goes.

ShadowAmicus comments on May 3, 2019:

Can you get single malt scotch in Iowa? or are we talking of a home made (USA) version - I used to drink Jim Beam, Wild Turkey and others, but they pale away as a tasteless soda when compared to Lagavulin - - highly commended and recommended

"I'm not one of these winners who is going to say this win won't change me," he said.

ShadowAmicus comments on Mar 20, 2019:

But --- will it make him happy -- or just as miserable in comfort

This makes sense we are close to them

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 30, 2019:

Long time ago Amber, my second GSD collapsed when we were walking through woods....had no idea why....I picked her up and jogged a little over a mile to the car (I was a lot fitter and stronger back then) ...drove directly to the vet ...explained the emergency ... opened rear door for vet and Amber leaps out and trots around the car park looking perfectly fit. A check over showed she had developed a heart murmur, so limited exercise from then on.

I detest the expression, "I guess we'll have to agree to disagree.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 30, 2019:

it is just an acceptance that, at this time, there is no common ground.

Gonna brag here for a second.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 30, 2019:

Congratulations to your daughter.

Name something edible that can be stored in your cabinet with an amazing shelf life?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 23, 2019:

raisins, nuts, rice, noodles, flour, dried beans, oats, cans of --allsorts could live off my stored food for weeks - but still buy more each week

Trump went golfing as Hurricane Dorian threatens US [cnn.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 3, 2019:

Who else sat around the house wondering what they could possibly do to stop that hurricane landing? But he should, by now, have learned a little political savvy ... and he should be certain emergency pland are in place and ready to activate

Just for laughs. Thumb boy [metro.co.uk]

ShadowAmicus comments on Nov 6, 2019:

happy girlfriend

I do not think many here really care what happens to their remains after they die.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 2, 2019:

When you die you are just a lump of decaying meat ... so my preference is to feed wolves, bears or big cats - any top predator, so part of me helps them survive. No point harvesting any organs - all old, knackered and burnt out - there must be better than mine around

I remember someone posting something about Hasidic Jewish culture a short time ago.

ShadowAmicus comments on May 26, 2019:

How can the authorities allow the 'non-education' of children ... sorry, but I am more in line with australian ideas on immigration ... when you come to america you adapt to american values and way of life and if you dislike those values feel free to seek them out elsewhere.

[aish.com] Have you ever been breadcrumbed?

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 24, 2019:

I think sometimes a great relationship can simply be based on infrequent meetings, have a great time when you do meet, without any expectation of long term commitment on either side

Tearing down the building will not change the story of Columbine, to somehow make the massacre any ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 9, 2019:

There was a mass murderer in UK - Fred West, aided by his wife. They killed lodgers and buried them in the basement and garden of their home. Once convicted their house was torn down and landscaped. Not sure if it stopped the ghouls

Superbowl is this Sunday! Are you going to watch the game?

ShadowAmicus comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Recording the game - want to see if the adverts are up to previous years highlights https://www.youtube./watch?v=38CYPOYBUAc

Perhaps the most depressing photo I've ever seen.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jan 20, 2019:

Should use the stock of tinned spam to fill the shaft of a disused coalmine - inhimane to inflict the stuff on unsuspecting fish

The Art Of The Big Lie

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 3, 2019:

They call it marketing .... its why you buy the magic slimming pills ... its why trump was voted in

If you are someone who works every day, how long does it take for you to get ready in the morning?

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 18, 2019:

Get up drink coffee watch tv news ... for as long as time allows pull on undies, leggings, t shirt, maybe sweat shirt - walk 30 yards and start work at 7am (now) ... shower eat breakfast etc after first session done - about 9am

See, there's always a good reason for everything !!

ShadowAmicus comments on Dec 20, 2019:

I do that

In a fit of madness I cut my hair.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 30, 2019:

Not the greatest photo, but looks good to me.. The difference between a good and bad haircut .... about 4 weeks

Please somebody help me my wife is driving me crazy with all this political bullshit she is watching...

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 1, 2019:

Are you able to have a rational discussion and exchange of views with your wife?

Well it's finally arrived, I'm officially a senior.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 1, 2019:

congratulations I think...... hope you are happy to have reached 'old age' .... and hope you continue as a 50 year old

What's your work atmosphere like? Team players or back stabbers?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 6, 2019:

For much of my work there were a few team players, we stood side by side and each would do their bit - we met a few back stabbers - but many more who would stand in front of you and rip your guts out, physically, metaphorically and mentally

Funny and stupid at the same time.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 2, 2019:

A lot of religion is done by rote, without feeling, without thinking, without any idea of what they are doing

Fixing and preventing broken zipper pulls

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 18, 2019:

look on ebay - lots of replacement zippers for sale at £1 a set in UK ... must be some in USA

Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U [youtube.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 8, 2019:

When this was released my wife and I were living apart; she bought this for me and we moved back in together. I have never really forgiven Shine head

On my latest medieval buildings tour I went looking for witch marks, more correctly known as ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Mar 31, 2019:

Have seen many similar bits of inscription around here, but never knew the meaning - thanks for the information - very interesting

Tonight I decided to go on my ex's timeline to see if she had posted any pictures of our boys.

ShadowAmicus comments on May 3, 2019:

If you knew before you split why is it a shock? Just a confirmation of what you knew. If you want her back - work at it. If not, walk away, stay open to your boys, look at new life choices and chances

Um, oookkkaaayyy.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 23, 2019:

Do you need a passport to travel beyond infinity

Blackadder. - Unfair Trial. [youtu.be]

ShadowAmicus comments on May 19, 2019:

I think this last series was the best of all

I am really proud of this dress I made for my colleague's daughter.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 28, 2019:

She looks incredibly sophisticated in that dress ... and he looks like a nerdy kid - but sure they make a lovely couple

Why are there hardly any young people on this app?

ShadowAmicus comments on May 31, 2019:

maybe they look and just see a load of oldies chatting - like bars, you look for a place full of people like you

Our kids are so great at bringing joy (& tears).

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 3, 2019:

logical - very logical

I'm agnostic, but pretty much as close to atheist as an agnostic can get.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 14, 2019:

I have friends and acquaintances around the world who followtheir god, under whatever religious banner they choose - me being agnostic does not prevent friendship,rather the opposite. Almost every religion is based on a moral and social code and there are massive overlaps of moral values between these religions and my own views - the basics like not killing, not stealing, helping others, etc.- and some religious ideas I disbelieve like sex, particularly homosexuality, or with a neighbours wife is a sin. My friends and I often talk directly, or by messaging, about moral and philosophical questions and debate possible actions that could be taken to improve parts of the world. They, for the most part, agree that it is not necessary to follow a god to be a 'good' person, as I have come to accept that the teaching of moral values to children can not always be left to parents and is easier for society in general to instill such values if there is a standard bearer / religion to follow. Our only difference is that they are certain a supreme being exists and I do not - but lacking evidence either way I acknowledge there may be (in the same way that we have not yet found a goatherder on the moon - but there may be one) It is judgmental, chauvinistic and frankly stupid, to cut out of your life any person simply because they hold religious views ... better to talk, acknowledge the differences and celebrate the points of agreement.

A dispute over a parking spot.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 12, 2019:

sounds like it was more of a turf dispute than over a parking place..... sad but stupid things happen

It’s all about perspective

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 17, 2019:

Would have to be a real dick to spend $60 on a pair of boxerws

Chris Cornell - Imagine (Songbook 2011) - YouTube

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 28, 2019:

One of the greatest songs ever written .. that humanity should live up to dont like this singer ... lousy guitarist and too like a follower of the wailing carey for me

I thought this was a friendship/dating site! I love the ‘difference’ of the site & that’s ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 20, 2019:

That last line ....so simple, yet says so much

Why we miss him

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 7, 2019:

A good statement, looks to the three issues of gun control, tribalistic racism and the influence it has on those disenchanted with their life. Nice words, but heard before and there is still no political will to control the civilian ownership of firearms.

Tall twisting tower is made from wood that shapes itself as it dries Read more: [newscientist.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 17, 2019:

The church spire in Chesterfield, near where I grew up, is twisted for exactly the same reason

What should be done about mass shootings in America?

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 6, 2019:

When the government wanted Al Capone out of business, they used tax laws ... do the same with guns ... you can have a gun, but you pay a hefty and increasingly burdonsome sales tax ... you can buy ammunition, but you pay a hefty and increasingly burdonsome sales tax You need a licence for each and every gun - and the licence gets more expensive every year would take a few years, but legal gun ownership would become financially impractical for most Make illegal gun ownership penalties too punative, and expensive for most to contemplate. You will only be left with a hardcore of owners ...

Guy texted me a duck pic today.

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 20, 2019:

dats no ordinary duck - dats a mr mallard ..... clever buggers broke the speed record for steam trains is it actually possible to bugger a duck? maybe a swan - Leda did ok with a swan - but Zeus did put it about a lot no idea if Zeus was ever buggered The wandering rambles of duck think

For those who have lost a child

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 8, 2019:

That is an amazing piece of art and social commentary ......... It happens, but no-one wants to talk about it .... and too hard to deal with alone

At an open mic, a little old lady called Pat Leason came up and read some of her poetry.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 20, 2019:

that is a superb poem I think it is one I shall memorise would be good to meet this old lady

Love dogs having fun

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 21, 2019:

lovely pic - terrible set of teeth for a dog

100 days of diamond pushups. I usually crash and burn.

ShadowAmicus comments on Feb 7, 2020:

I used to do 100 push ups with a girl sat on my back (long time ago) ... now my wrist collapses after doing a few simple reps.... cest la vie. I now do 10 reps but 4 or 5 times a day. You stick with it and do what you are comfortable with

A member here suggested that a woman my age might seek a partner that can help with car repairs, ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Feb 8, 2019:

Music makes a point - a very muddy over dubbed point...but she plays a mean bass and should have mixed more of it in

I’m 35 and have decided to go back to school. I’m terrified. Any advice?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 28, 2019:

I didn't go to university till I was 26 and then had 10 years of formal learning - it gave me work with lots of money, stress, worry and stole my time with those I loved. Learning is about training your mind to think and is an end in itself - if you do that you can find a good life - but you may find that money buys 'things' but does not give you what you are looking for

I had the strangest experience this morning. Has this ever happened to any of you?

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 8, 2019:

early start to cooking by a neighbour?

How can a person be killed because a police officer is firing at a barking dog - and why was he ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 4, 2019:

Dog attack - left arm out and let dog grab then gun under jaw and fire knife slide across to cut throat thumb jabbed into eye - bit trickier, timing is crucial all messy but efective If you know how - a kick (Mae Keri) leg bent and then kicked out into dogs head. A swinging leg kick is useless. This kick will also stop a man - can break a shin or knee with practice

Tommy Can't Sleep - a short (and NSFW) film by Yolandi Visser of Die Antwoord [youtube.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Apr 26, 2019:

wierd shit - interesting, but wierd shit

VAPOUR & VAPING.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 9, 2019:

We all carry bugs, viral agents, shit and piss, etc all the time ... and we all exchange these little bits all the time .... and most of us get through the contact without a problem. I don't like the stench of cigarettes or vapes, so sit upwind of anyone stupid enough to deliberately suck pollutants into their lungs .... but I don't worry too much about ill effects to me

15 Rare Photos of Black Rosie the Riveters | Stuff Mom Never Told You

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 9, 2019:

fascinating look at history - though how much times have changed is open to debate

Gone are the days when I could dance all night and go to work the next day.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 30, 2019:

I can dance all night, work the next day - keep it up for almost two days - then go comatose for a few hours

So I just did a count and since the middle of July, 8 young women — all young enough to be my ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 7, 2019:

Since you have so many young women offering themselves as sex toys, it does seem ungrateful to dismiss them 'out of hand'

[youtu.

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 21, 2019:

A great track with great memories of a much loved woman who decided to walk away

Police Officer Hired Hit Man to Kill Her Husband and a Young Girl, Officials Say

ShadowAmicus comments on May 20, 2019:

a wierd story of killings planned by an idiot

Can someone explain to me what's this all about? My name is Ivan

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 9, 2019:

That is just terrible

Goodnight Kitties

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 23, 2019:

the most wonderful of cats

I've been wondering for a while if most of us on Agnostic are mostly estranged from our families of ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 11, 2019:

I see my family a few times each year, tomorrow is one of those days. My brothers birthday, an excruciating day going over memories about people I have forgotten, places I dont remember visiting and trivial family stories I never needed to know. Nothing ever said about my father hitting and kicking my mother, my mother beating us with a cane, or father beating us with a belt - which for years I knew as normal family life. My oldest sister will, eventually, prattle on about how bad they all felt on the night I nearly died, despite having been told I don't want to hear it and knowing it will cause me a painful few days of memories that normally stay partially buried. I have little in common with my siblings, even less with their offspring and no reason to see them other than a shared mother ... and every time I ask myself 'why bother?'

I put this here since you guys are less prudish... [youtu.be]

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 16, 2019:

another spray of coffee on the keyboard

Would you ever date somebody who is religious, if they respected your beliefs and did not try to ...

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 28, 2019:

I enjoy discussing religion, atheism, morality and ethics with friends ... but most of my friends are modestly knowledgable and intelligent ... far more so than I. I never raise questions of religion on a first date - far more interesting personal stuff to discuss

Good afternoon all.

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 16, 2019:

..let your imagination fly ........sexy lace undies and some ribbons, ..... strawberries and cream . ...whatever ..... he will like it

I got a nice surprise yesterday! I didn't even know these bloomed. I must be doing something right.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 23, 2019:

have them as a houseplant over here ... never seen one bloom

Husband and I went to a festival and tried these.... Taste like chicken smell like lake

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 11, 2019:

long time since i had them - prefer the chicken

Good choice

ShadowAmicus comments on Nov 6, 2019:

First rule of project management

Are you tired of speculation in new stories?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 13, 2019:

seems that at least half of every NEWS programme is now speculation about 'what may happen if'

I keep forgetting to ask - I had these red lily beetles for 2 seasons.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 12, 2019:

I had lilies in my garden for years without any problem - then picked up a few more lillies while at a flower show and found all my plants were infested with these bugs. I use pick off and squash as the first defence - look under the leaves to find them and they need standing on to break their 'shell' . You can spray, but kills everything .... and I like ladybirds

Scientists Executed by the Catholic Church 1.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 16, 2019:

The oppression of thought through the centuries is the legacy of religious dogma

College Care Package

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 4, 2019:

Have you taught her to cook? - if so a box of basics for quick and easy meals ... if not a load of ready home cooked meals that can be pinged. then set up regular foodparcels ....(with money attached)

"We're bringing spread sheets to a gun fight.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 30, 2019:

He is absolutely right - Trump must be exposed as far right in terms of values and beliefs AND that this is more of a threat than left side values and opinions. Elections are a battle to control the centre ground

I will be in shock if Biden is still the Front Runner after this debate.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Trump started calling Biden 1% Joe a while ago - that indicates to me that Trump is worried by him, hence would prefer he was out of the race. Look how effective his running down of Hilary became - he will try the same with Biden. Once his first target is dealt with he will turn his attention to others he doesn't want nominated. Trump may be despicable, but despite what most on here say, he is not stupid - he fights dirty and he fights to win - the childlike shouting match 'debate' of yesterday can only help Trump

[youtu.

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 20, 2019:

My favourite album of all time

Fellow urban lighthouse keepers.

ShadowAmicus comments on Mar 29, 2019:

long time since i listened to this - thank you for pushing it to the front again

Does true love know distance?

ShadowAmicus comments on Nov 6, 2019:

Love is not dimmed by distance, time or death

Time for me to say goodnight again.

ShadowAmicus comments on Aug 7, 2019:

My fav too - memories of a lost friend You have a great day with family

See? Like Mulvaney said... it happens all the time!

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 22, 2019:

having lunch at clam and cork today ... so will make them smile with a print of this

Are intelligent people an oppressed minority?

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 17, 2019:

All minorities are oppressed in some way ... intelligent people are able to recognise it.

When did the "Post" button become red?

ShadowAmicus comments on Nov 4, 2019:

the red is eye catching ... and distracting but may lead to more posting .... see what the analysis says over the next few weeks Maybe the tiny gold chat button should have 'Chat' beside it and also be highlighted in colour

Think I should get one?

ShadowAmicus comments on Dec 23, 2018:

Looks like an orthodox jewish hat for a very cold climate

Have you ever had a mystical or near death experience?

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 19, 2019:

I have taken LSD 4 times - 1 good, 2 amazing, the last really, really bad. I have had my heart stopped while surgeons fixed a few blood vessels. I have had a few situations where I was near death and fully expected and hoped to die. Never saw a bright light, felt the spirit of a god or anything other than the pain of surviving

The word "blessed.

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 10, 2019:

I like praise the lord - we have real life lords over here..... nd a few of them do stuff that is worthy of praise. Blessed with, bless you, etc, I never use, but hear it a lot and tend to ignore it.

Basic Income?

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 12, 2019:

You first have to decide what is 'better distribution of wealth' If it is to take money from some and give it to others - how do you justify it and how do you do it? You can not place a high tax burden on the wealthy, because the wealthy can move abroad and many will, reducing tax revenue overall Does someone who does not work have a right to be financially supported by his neighbour who is struggling with 2 jobs? Education should give everyone the skills to enable them to make a path in life - after that you choos which path and find your way through it The question steps into a quagmire of moral and philosophical issues

Okay Winston, we get it, you're melting

ShadowAmicus comments on Jul 16, 2019:

Winston looks so cute ... but flat-faced (brachycephalic) dogs can really suffer in the heat, even die, so please keep a close watch on him - a paddling pool will help keep him cool

So I know this is all just opinion, but what do you think?

ShadowAmicus comments on Oct 7, 2019:

Maybe a children thing ... but I think back then the Trump camp feared Biden above other candidates and waned dirt to damage him. As it turns out, Biden will not be the candidate ...but whoever it eventually turns out to be, they should expect a dirty fight

Not sure what to say about this one. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. [youtube.com]

ShadowAmicus comments on Sep 8, 2019:

all great guitarists ...... but Paco de lucia plays stunning flamenco