As a new arrival here I'm trying to figure out just how this site fits in with my social needs.

Theresa_N comments on Jun 2, 2021:

We are similar in a number of ways.

Anyone else raised this way?? It set you up for abuse in adulthood.

Theresa_N comments on May 31, 2021:

I've known for a long time that my mother was deeply depressed for many decades, don't know if she was a narcissist or not.

The goal of religion is to keep people miserable. [slate.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 30, 2021:

He was correct. I hate all the devotees of suffering. There are those of us who find no virtue in it yet have too much.

Women agitating for right to vote: [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 29, 2021:

Saw this a while ago. Good film!

This is hilarious! 🤣 [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 29, 2021:

This is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. ROFL

Canada mourns as remains of 215 children found at indigenous school.

Theresa_N comments on May 29, 2021:

I read about this in The Guardian. Yes, of course the RCC had a hand in this, they've been abusing young children for nearly 2000 years now.

Humane traps

Theresa_N comments on May 29, 2021:

I recently read an article about research into whether "virtual" boxes are just as attractive to cats. If there are four spots on the floor making an imaginary square, cats will prefer to sit there.

Why the Sun’s Atmosphere Is Hundreds of Times Hotter Than Its Surface – 80 Year- Theory Finally ...

Theresa_N comments on May 27, 2021:

"Page not found"

The golf picture we didn't see

Theresa_N comments on May 26, 2021:

Even dogs have poor taste sometimes.

What is it about Kentucky ?

Theresa_N comments on May 25, 2021:

Rednecks and hillbillies.

Does anyone ever randomly feel like they're suffocating?

Theresa_N comments on May 24, 2021:

I get short of breath frequently, it's at least partly psychological.

Who else Installed an 8 track tape deck and rear speakers?

Theresa_N comments on May 24, 2021:

I had one for a short while. The only tapes I bought were bargain bin ones.

Lovin Spoonful’s John Sebastian at Woodstock 1969. - Darling Be Home Soon [youtu.be]

Theresa_N comments on May 24, 2021:

He was a better folk musician than is apparent from his hit(s).

FINAL ACCOUNT: an urgent portrait of the last living generation of everyday people to participate in...

Theresa_N comments on May 24, 2021:

Where is it available?

22nd May 1934.

Theresa_N comments on May 23, 2021:

I think you're off by a hundred years.

The Kinks. - You Really Got Me...live 1973 [youtu.be]

Theresa_N comments on May 23, 2021:

Had to click through to YouTube but it was worth it despite the commercials. The Kinks always bring light to my morning.

We should be handing these out

Theresa_N comments on May 22, 2021:

I don't know if this thing would work, I would think it would be an immediate short and the circuit breaker would trip.

Thinking that one through

Theresa_N comments on May 22, 2021:

I never believed in "the criminal mind" but this has me almost convinced.

MSNBC - GOP Pushing Bill To Ban Teaching History Of Slavery [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 22, 2021:

They sink lower into depravity every day. I can't believe they can go much lower.

Arizona GOP Chair Kelli Ward Threatens Her Party's Officials With Arrest Appearing on the ...

Theresa_N comments on May 22, 2021:

I've never encountered a group as intellectually impaired as tRumpists.

For Bernie Taupin’s 71st birthday today.

Theresa_N comments on May 22, 2021:

I saw him (Elton) perform live in '72. Great concert but I was tripping.

Virgin Galactic will attempt its next SpaceShipTwo launch on Saturday [space.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 21, 2021:

Seems they have been left at the wayside by BO and SpaceX.

20th May 1862.

Theresa_N comments on May 20, 2021:

It evidently didn't matter that these lands already belonged to Native Americans.

Or better yet just drop dead.

Theresa_N comments on May 19, 2021:

I check the news every morning to see if he's dead yet.

This is hatred and pettiness "straight"-up. [lgbtqnation.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 18, 2021:

I am more disgusted by humanity every day.

James Webb Telescope Last Testing: [nasa.gov]

Theresa_N comments on May 17, 2021:

It will launch this year unless the problems with the rocket aren't resolved.

I just lost my Mom a few hours ago.

Theresa_N comments on May 17, 2021:

Words are insufficient.

Yang sucking up to Israel backfiring: [mondoweiss.net]

Theresa_N comments on May 17, 2021:

I don't know what's gone on with NYC's progressives in the race for mayor.

JEFFERSON STARSHIP - Have You Seen The Stars Tonite / Starship [youtube.

Theresa_N comments on May 17, 2021:

Thanks for posting this, it brought back some nice memories.

"Since the mid-1970s, there's been an international consensus for resolving the Israel-Palestine ...

Theresa_N comments on May 16, 2021:

The problem is that it is "controversial" to the Democrat establishment, the Repuglicans, and the Israelis. It makes perfect sense other than that.

DECIDOPHOBIA.

Theresa_N comments on May 16, 2021:

I might have this but I can't decide now. ;)

What? No, really... What?!

Theresa_N comments on May 15, 2021:

I had that with a wiccan once. Left much to be desired.

The republican party should officially change its name to.

Theresa_N comments on May 15, 2021:

National Socialist Party of Amerika.

I heard our american friends are having a bit of difficulty with fossil fuels.

Theresa_N comments on May 14, 2021:

Classic americana.

There seems to be a general notion that America is so polarised that there are Republicans and ...

Theresa_N comments on May 14, 2021:

In any other part of the developed world, the Democrats would be considered a center right party. The Repuglicans have become a far right party. I don't consider myself as belonging to either party. I'm a socialist. I vote progressive, not for any party.

I grew up with the conventional wisdom believing that the Israelis were the "white hats" and that ...

Theresa_N comments on May 13, 2021:

Every day it seems human beings are more wretched. I don't understand how Israeli's can act as they do after all the Jews went through in the Nazi era.

Y'all are just afraid. Try to lighten up... and have some playful fun. (VIDEO LINK) [youtu.be]

Theresa_N comments on May 13, 2021:

It's good to have an expert in everything around. /s

Last night I watched the 1973 movie, Papillion, staring Steve Mcqueen.

Theresa_N comments on May 11, 2021:

I recall that movie fairly well, don't recall whether breasts were shown or not.

This was the NRA's Mother's Day Twitter message. I have no words.

Theresa_N comments on May 10, 2021:

Having been less than an ideal parent myself I am still amazed at how bad some can be at it.

[youtu.

Theresa_N comments on May 10, 2021:

Indiana has quite the governors.

Has anyone else notice, that you have to click on photos these days, to stop them being fuzzy ?

Theresa_N comments on May 9, 2021:

Yes, that development is just a few months old. Things don't seem to get better here.

Baaaahh no meat 🤔

Theresa_N comments on May 8, 2021:

Cauliflower is one of the many reasons I can't be a vegan.

In our modern times of equality, shouldn't the female portion of Mennonites be referred to as ...

Theresa_N comments on May 8, 2021:

LOL, they get their name from someone named Menno.

David Pakman Show Caitlyn Jenner Fox News Interview Goes Horribly Wrong [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 7, 2021:

A role model? Give me a break. That's all I could stand to watch.

How do you feel about the fact that the FDA with 17,000 employees plus the head of the FDA will not ...

Theresa_N comments on May 7, 2021:

I wish there was a tin foil hat emoji.

My Samsung phone says my face doesn't match. Any suggestions on which phones are less picky?

Theresa_N comments on May 7, 2021:

Well, my iPhone recognizes my face nearly every time.

I find this to be spot on

Theresa_N comments on May 6, 2021:

What is the spot on?

Certainly seems that way

Theresa_N comments on May 6, 2021:

Well, we survived the Beer Hall Putsch (sp?), will we survive the next ten years?

Why are small dogs more aggressive than larger ones:[theguardian.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 6, 2021:

Ten pound Lily is not so much aggressive as "excited." She acts like a puppy even though she's mature. So the article isn't really applicable to my Lily, but I think there are a lot more small dog bites than larger ones, excepting certain breeds.

MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD one step closer to FDA approval [livescience.com]

Theresa_N comments on May 5, 2021:

I saw a documentary on the inventor of MDMA, he intended it for treating disorders such as PTSD.

You're gonna have a bad day.

Theresa_N comments on May 5, 2021:

Serves her right for using disposables like that.

Dark Energy Experiment 16 Years in the Making Could Illuminate Origin, Evolution, Fate of Universe...

Theresa_N comments on May 4, 2021:

Interesting but it didn't convince me that dark energy is real, but I'm a moron when it comes to some things.

Old Chinese proverb...

Theresa_N comments on May 3, 2021:

Very Taoist.

Christmas come early...

Theresa_N comments on May 3, 2021:

All your bald friends must be tasteless.

100 Years ago today - 3rd May 1921 saw the partition of Ireland and the founding of Northern Ireland...

Theresa_N comments on May 3, 2021:

I'd like to see a documentary about this period, extending to full freedom for Ireland, but so far only bits and pieces in docu dramas have seemingly been available.

INVESTIGATING Qanon Prominent QAnon influencer 'InevitableET' has been identified as Craig ...

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

My already low opinion of chiropracty is now even lower.

That could never happen here, right???? Right?!?

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

I thought this sort of attire was exclusive to Walmart.

ANOTHER QNUT JOB IS RISING FROM THE REPUG SWAMP IN THE SOUTH: Trump-loving lawyer Lin Wood ...

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

You can't beat this with satire.

This group so perfectly bridged the gap between soul/funk & pop/rock - they belong here (or, ...

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

I had a ticket for a Sly and The Family Stone concert, but they canceled.

I think if anyone wants to know how silly the human being is, just go to tiktok and start swiping up...

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

Depends on WHERE you are whether xtians are worse than Muslims. In the US it's xtian fundamentalists, in Pakistan it's Muslim. The population of Muslims in this country is going to shrink, not grow, as a proportion of our population as liberalization occurs.

The Big Lie vs The Big Steal: In 2000, Jeb Bush’s office in Tallahassee purged Florida voter ...

Theresa_N comments on May 2, 2021:

You're right the faults of each party are very different. That doesn't mean the Democratic party has no faults. Anyone without the blinders of blind loyalty should be able to see it's faults.

Has your interest in religion increased or decreased after leaving your religion? Why?

Theresa_N comments on May 1, 2021:

1. Very interested. 2. More comprehensive than the average person. 3. I was not totally aware of all aspects of every religion I practiced. 4. I was pretty much done with it. I had spent too much time already on religion. 5. Curiosity. 6. Decreased 7. 0 hours

Witness the Formation of a Planet: Hubble Watches How a Giant Exoplanet Grows [scitechdaily.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 30, 2021:

Amazing we can image things that far away.

(Warning: Satire Ahead!) Is Cancel Culture Why Your Grandkids Don’t Laugh at Your Hilarious ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 30, 2021:

Satire is difficult these days because reality is so bizarre.

Im sure most of us already know that the origin of American Gospel, Jazz, Blues and Rock n Roll ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 30, 2021:

Wonderful story.

[youtu.be] Maddow has the best info

Theresa_N comments on Apr 30, 2021:

Video less than SD, vocals out of sync, could it get worse?

Catholic Bishops Want to Stop Joe Biden from Accepting Communion in Church | Hemant Mehta | Friendly...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 29, 2021:

Not news at all really. The exceptional things is that the two relevant bishops don't withhold communion.

I think I must be gifted!

Theresa_N comments on Apr 29, 2021:

Do love that Larson.

🇮🇳 25 years ago: Indian general election sweeps Congress Party from office Indian general ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 28, 2021:

So that's how India got their tRump.

FEDERAL CANNABIS CHANGES 4/28/2021 The Department of Health and Human Services released new ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 28, 2021:

Ah, the great Debbie Wasserman Schultz, responsible for much of the Democratic platform in 2016 and I believe head of the DNC at the time. A more crooked and corporatist Democrat could not be found.

Will trump do a PSA for his flock encouraging them to get vaccinated ?

Theresa_N comments on Apr 27, 2021:

No, it serves his purposes as it is.

Biden Revokes: [dailykos.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 26, 2021:

The comments on this were especially good. I can't stand Jenner and I'm trans.

Weather report for this week

Theresa_N comments on Apr 26, 2021:

Sounds like MN.

CANNABIS CULTURE 4/26/2021 A new Snoop Dogg song seems to imply that he smoked marijuana with ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 26, 2021:

If it were Biden, that would be great news. But nooo.

FEDERAL CANNABIS CHANGES 4/26/2021 Another new poll found that a supermajority of Americans ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 26, 2021:

And we've got a crazily old president who thinks it's one of the worst things there is.

Reality sucks. 🙄😆

Theresa_N comments on Apr 26, 2021:

Fairly old charger at that, both of them.

Massive spoiler alert.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 25, 2021:

Science fiction movies are far more about fiction than science. Add on to that the merging of fantasy with it and you have a mess. People making movies just don't care about making it plausible any more.

This is definite proof that all trump ass kissers are imbeciles! [huffpost.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 25, 2021:

They remind me of the religious, oh right they are ;)

Tripitor (Psilocybin) | Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 24, 2021:

I used psilocybin once. It was very pleasant. But this bit makes fun of treatment resistant depression, which I have. Psilocybin has proven to work on this and I would gladly submit myself to this treatment even if it wasn't 80% effective, compared to 40% for anti-depressants.

WATOP Kangaroo Throws Its Baby to Survive [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 24, 2021:

Cheetah kills kangaroo, one of them traveled an awful long distance.

Am I the only one who has adverse reactions to some posters but instead of blocking them, I continue...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 24, 2021:

Generally that's how I treat them, but then I'm forced to since blocking doesn't work for me.

I was agnostic only for a short while, mainly because sitting on the fence is a pain in the butt and...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 24, 2021:

Yes, development and change is good. You're right there's no evidence for god(s).

FEDERAL PROS AND CONS Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown (D-OH) is putting a damper ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 24, 2021:

Democrat's don't seem to be much more enlightened than Repuglicans.

Picked on him once, may as well do it again...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 23, 2021:

He gives bipolar people a bad name.

Has anyone else tried poutine in Canada?

Theresa_N comments on Apr 23, 2021:

I'd like to try it.

Russia wants to build its own space station to replace the ISS, state officials say Russian ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 22, 2021:

I wouldn't be surprised if Russia washed out of the space industry.

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Produces Oxygen on Mars – Key “First” for Human Exploration of the...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 22, 2021:

I would guess it would use similar technology to that of O2 concentrators here on earth, but I'm probably wrong.

‘Cause he likes his wig!!

Theresa_N comments on Apr 22, 2021:

I'd love to see a real photograph of him without his hairpiece or comb over.

Do you believe in UFOs/Aliens?

Theresa_N comments on Apr 22, 2021:

Yes, there are Unidentified Flying Objects, the military just released some videos of them. UFOs aren't necessarily from another world, they can be, and I believe most often are, flying objects from other nations.

It is a miracle that curiosity survives formal education. - Albert Einstein

Theresa_N comments on Apr 21, 2021:

I hated education (other than my last year in HS when I went to an alternative school) up until my second try at college as a "non-traditional" (otherwise known as older than 22) student. Then I enjoyed it and did pretty well. I think he's right though.

This could prove interesting.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 21, 2021:

It's about time.

I would never order Miracle Whip - I think the miracle is that anyone can abide it!

Theresa_N comments on Apr 21, 2021:

I don't know what they were thinking, replacing mayo with something not as good, downright bad in fact.

Down to seeds and stems again blues - Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 21, 2021:

I remember the days of seeds and stems and when you had to smoke a lot to get really high. Once had opiated hash though and that was too nice.

Down to seeds and stems again blues - Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen [youtube.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 21, 2021:

I saw them live when I was in High School.

First post here, and I wanted to get to know people better, so why did you guys join this site?

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

That's a good reason to be here. I came here to escape religious b.s..

And for all you "stoners" from a former user (who misses the buzz but not the panic attacks).

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

I've had panic attacks both with and without cannabis, I'm glad cannabis doesn't trigger them frequently for me.

If the foo shits...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

Yes, but appropriate some times.

Ok THIS video is well worth the click. TrailerParkBoys Canadian Bubbles Cats [facebook.com]

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

Seen it before. I'm not a fan of theirs but this is pretty darn good.

You heard what the man said...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

I am baked. Been baked since about 4:20am.

19th April 1995.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 20, 2021:

He's still idolized by many on the right.