So I got hired-on as a singer for a brand, new rock & roll band called, ⭐ The Family D's.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Loved playing in bands, back in the day. The crazier, the better. Congrats! Hope things go well.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 24, 2018:

@FinchiMcQ One time we were playing at a bar, and a friend brought some "special" brownies. I didn't realize how strong they were, and ate a large one and washed it down with a beer. The next set we were JAMMIN! Another time, we were playing an outdoor party, and after a particularly raucous and feedback drenched version of "All Along the Watchtower", a boy who was the son of the party-giver said, "Man! If that don't bring the cops, nothing will!" Sure enough, about 10 minutes later the cops showed up and told us to keep it down.

Telling women not to do things because "it's not safe" is a big pet peeve of mine.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 24, 2018:

Very well said, and something I hadn't really thought about. I'd like to have my daughter read it. She's 21 and doesn't seem to have that response, which I'm glad of. She's very much a feminist, and we have talked about a lot of things, but not this particular issue. I don't think we've over-warned ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 24, 2018:

@Donotbelieve, @Blindbird Thanks.

Telling women not to do things because "it's not safe" is a big pet peeve of mine.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 24, 2018:

Very well said, and something I hadn't really thought about. I'd like to have my daughter read it. She's 21 and doesn't seem to have that response, which I'm glad of. She's very much a feminist, and we have talked about a lot of things, but not this particular issue. I don't think we've over-warned ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 24, 2018:

@Donotbelieve Thank you. I tried.

Think I'll get me some of this.

Johnsalterego comments on Apr 23, 2018:

I was wondering if you sprayed it on yourself or the antagonist....

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

Good question.

Creative "Do Not Disturb" sign.

ejbman comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Is it wrong that my impulse would be to barge right on in there and see what's going on?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

If that's what you're into!

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

Razorjelly comments on Apr 23, 2018:

That's mighty fine. Praises!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

Thank you.

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

ProudMerry comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Oh, spring decided to show up here today and this poem is perfect!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

@Keyboard-Mama I have read some of Marie Manilla's stuff. It's good.

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

ProudMerry comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Oh, spring decided to show up here today and this poem is perfect!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

@Keyboard-Mama I'm familiar with them, but I don't know them. I am friends with Marie Manilla on facebook, though.

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

tioteo comments on Apr 23, 2018:

I really enjoyed reading this.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

Thank you.

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

ProudMerry comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Oh, spring decided to show up here today and this poem is perfect!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

@Keyboard-Mama I was in a local poetry group for about 10 years or so, and there were some very good poets in that group.

See! I have healthy food in my fridge!

phxbillcee comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Why does that eggplant look bruised?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

lol

Used to be called something else.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Then they became known as "Hail, hail, the gang's all here-olines!"

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

lol

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

ProudMerry comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Oh, spring decided to show up here today and this poem is perfect!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

Thanks.

The Hummingbird is back today not much bigger than a bumblebee— the buzz and quiver at the ...

Freedompath comments on Apr 23, 2018:

Love that...the sweet hummingbird!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 23, 2018:

Thank you.

Apart from being here what are you doing or thinking of doing right now and, what time is it for you...

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 22, 2018:

5 o'clock in the afternoon, and almost time for a drink. My ex-wife and kids are coming over for dinner in a little while.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

@ArthurPhillips No, we get along fine. I always have a drink about this time of day.

Laughed hard at this Amazon review.

RavenCT comments on Apr 22, 2018:

Downloaded an Electromagnetic Detector App on my phone one night. That was fun. Women can be geeks you know?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

Sounds like fun.

It seems to me that atheism has to be a belief.

DZhukovin comments on Apr 22, 2018:

@tnorman1236 Yes, it is a belief...are you improperly co-opting the use of the word?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

I don't think so. Am I?

It seems to me that atheism has to be a belief.

evidentialist comments on Apr 22, 2018:

Yes, this is a dead horse that has been thoroughly beaten. It is difficult to equate a belief with a lack of belief. The same as action does not equal inaction.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

For every action there is an equal and opposite inaction. Lol.

It seems to me that atheism has to be a belief.

SurvivorSteph comments on Apr 22, 2018:

I would agree. Have you seen the Dawkins Scale? It seems to me that the "strong" beliefs, the extremes on both ends of the spectrum, don't allow room for a change of mind. I consider myself a six.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

Yes. I'm a 6 as well.

1908 was the year my house was built.

Freedompath comments on Apr 22, 2018:

Great poem!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

Thank you!

My cat stole my yogurt.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 21, 2018:

I used to have a cat that would steal bacon whenever he got a chance. I had to put it where he couldn't get to it.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 22, 2018:

@DonThiebaut I put it there as quick as I could.

This is the album cover for which band?

EricTrommater comments on Apr 21, 2018:

Not sure but I bet there is a wicked long bass solo.....

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

And a drum solo, too.

Another option besides cremation or burial.

OldGoat43 comments on Apr 21, 2018:

Was this taken in North Dakota?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

lol

Another option besides cremation or burial.

Captnron59 comments on Apr 21, 2018:

During a parade!!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

lol

I don't think that would have been my choice...

Eirteacher comments on Apr 21, 2018:

When in doubt. Whip it out.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

lol

I'm at level 6.6! I hope there's not another 6 coming! Aaaagh!!!

Julie808 comments on Apr 21, 2018:

Perhaps that could be a perk, just for laughs, haha.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

That would be funny.

Do you have nicknames for your pets?

phxbillcee comments on Apr 20, 2018:

Yes, but none of them are suitable in public!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 21, 2018:

Oh, come on. You can tell us.

I've been pondering for a few years on what we mean by the word "soul.

AMGT comments on Apr 20, 2018:

Sounds fair I suppose, but are there people who don’t have that deep mind body connection? I’ve taken the word soul out of my vocabulary because there’s no cohesive, coherent definition for it, nor is there evidence for the esoteric version. I just see it as a useless word that works ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 20, 2018:

Yeah. I was also wondering if it was just a cultural remnant that we can't get rid of.

Jonathan Edwards - Shanty - (Jonathan Edwards, November 1971) - YouTube

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 20, 2018:

This is one of my go-to songs when I whip out my guitar.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 20, 2018:

@Sadoi Me too.

Tell us please - The most recent POSITIVE comment someone made about you.

idlopalev comments on Apr 19, 2018:

except from coworkers or my boss no one anything positive to me lol

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

I think you're attractive.

Assateague Too hot sun sticky sand everywhere even on the blanket my three-year-old son ...

HeraTera comments on Apr 19, 2018:

Reminds me of my daughter! I love it!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

Thanks.

Assateague Too hot sun sticky sand everywhere even on the blanket my three-year-old son ...

Freedompath comments on Apr 19, 2018:

Very touching...sea or lake shore fun with kid!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

Thanks.

Assateague Too hot sun sticky sand everywhere even on the blanket my three-year-old son ...

LetzGetReal comments on Apr 19, 2018:

I loved it there, went hang gliding at Kitty Hawk too, great times! SWEET POEM!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

Thanks.

Assateague Too hot sun sticky sand everywhere even on the blanket my three-year-old son ...

ProudMerry comments on Apr 19, 2018:

I was on Assateague once..and now apparently twice. Fantastic.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

Thank you.

"Shine on you crazy son of a bitch" Do you ever get in those moods where everything bores you?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

I was there for a while 3 or 4 years ago. Having the fuckits, I called it. I'm out of it now, most of the time.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

@M3G4N666 Apparently it's too long for a message. I'll post it in this group.

"Shine on you crazy son of a bitch" Do you ever get in those moods where everything bores you?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

I was there for a while 3 or 4 years ago. Having the fuckits, I called it. I'm out of it now, most of the time.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

@M3G4N666 I'll send it in a message.

Cognitive bias cheat sheet – Better Humans

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

Where is the link?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 19, 2018:

@skado Duh! It was right in front of me! Can't believe I didn't see it.

"Shine on you crazy son of a bitch" Do you ever get in those moods where everything bores you?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

I was there for a while 3 or 4 years ago. Having the fuckits, I called it. I'm out of it now, most of the time.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

@M3G4N666 I have a poem about the aftermath of my suicide attempt, if you're interested.

"Shine on you crazy son of a bitch" Do you ever get in those moods where everything bores you?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

I was there for a while 3 or 4 years ago. Having the fuckits, I called it. I'm out of it now, most of the time.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

@M3G4N666 Good. I'm glad you're feeling better.I attempted suicide when I was 18, and was very close again a few years ago.

Name THREE things about yourself and one not true. Let me guess which one's not true.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

I am divorced, I have 2 dogs, and I have a Masters Degree in English.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

@Redcupcoffee I am divorced, I do have two dogs, and I do not have a Masters Degree in English.

'There is no such thing as past or future': physicist Carlo Rovelli on changing how we think about ...

sloryd comments on Apr 18, 2018:

This is something Alan Watts talks about in his books,although I think he came at it more from a philosophical approach.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

I read about everything Alan Watts has written. Love him. Yeah, he was more philosophical than scientific.

What is your favorite paradox?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 17, 2018:

Xeno's paradox. Freaks me out every time I start thinking about it.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

@Anemynous It's either one. I looked it up under both, and got the same answer.

When the rapture finally occurs (rolls eyes)...

mordant comments on Apr 18, 2018:

"Rapture Hatch" sounds like some kind of sex toy or a trapdoor to your personal brothel or drug den or something.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

lol

Sounds about right.

Rudy1962 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

Well his greatest enemy evidently failed math

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

No. 10 million twice is 20 million, plus the 10 million he already had, equals 30 million.

I'd have to one first.

Rudy1962 comments on Apr 18, 2018:

So do you play it with your pecker?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

Nunya. lol

Sounds about right.

Johnsalterego comments on Apr 18, 2018:

In which case you'd probably spend it all on women and booze. Not that it's necessary a bad thing...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 18, 2018:

Like the man said, "I spent half my money on women and booze. The rest I just wasted!"

What is your favorite paradox?

MikeEC comments on Apr 17, 2018:

Deep down, you are really shallow.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 17, 2018:

lol

This made me laugh.

CaroleKay comments on Apr 16, 2018:

2018

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

lol

Do you believe that one day artificial intelligences will exist that think and feel as deeply and ...

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 15, 2018:

No. A body is a necessary part of feeling. Read Antonio Damasio.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

@SpacemanSpiff I don't know. I'll check out the book.

Scientists accidentally create mutant enzyme that eats plastic bottles [theguardian.com]

Spinliesel comments on Apr 16, 2018:

And what will we feed it when we are out of plastic bottles?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

I'm not sure we'll ever be out of plastic bottles, sadly.

Found this to be humorous

Rudy1962 comments on Apr 16, 2018:

My hometown of Laramie, Wyoming has a Kum and Go. False advertising though. I found out the hard way it is really Kum and Get Arrested

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

Hahaha!

I can relate.

Rudy1962 comments on Apr 16, 2018:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=G6Z-DQGqM90

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

Lol!

Is it hypocritical for me, as an atheist, to celebrate religious holidays?

WileEQuixote comments on Apr 16, 2018:

Most holidays are secular marketing festivals anyway.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 16, 2018:

That is the best user name I've seen on here yet!

How many people in your life have been what others would call "soul mates"?

Novelty comments on Apr 15, 2018:

No not one, not even close. I think too weird to be a match for anyone.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

You've just got to find someone else weird. A lot of people thought I was weird, but I did okay.

Not really...

Markus comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Very effective for puffy eyelids and hemorrhoids. The underlying condition becomes immediately secondary upon application.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

lol

How many people in your life have been what others would call "soul mates"?

sassygirl3869 comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Used to think it was my first husband. Don't think I found one yet.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

My ex-wife is one of the ones I mentioned, and I still consider her to be a soul mate, though we are no longer living together.

How many people in your life have been what others would call "soul mates"?

Archer comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Hindsight. Not sure a soul mate exists anymore. I think I projected that onto someone and was later disappointed. The error was on my part. I saw what I wanted them to be in my life, not who they actually were. FYI. Now I'm singing "I'm a soul man" in my head as I write. I now think it's ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

I think "soul mate" just happens. I agree that placing expectations on people leads to problems. I didn't decide that these people were my soul mates, they just were closer to me, and understood me, better than anyone else. Some people don't feel a need for it, and that's okay.

How many people in your life have been what others would call "soul mates"?

Stevil comments on Apr 15, 2018:

My best friend since 13 died in Febuary. I would call him my soulmate. We were like peas and carrots. Can't tell you how much I miss the easy intimacy we shared. If we had been apart for years we were back being the same two idiots that we were at 13 within 5 minutes of getting together.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

Sorry for your loss.

I feel like curiosity has become less of a priority in people's lives as they obsess over definite ...

sassygirl3869 comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Maybe when you're younger. Later in life you take one day at a time.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

I agree!

How many people in your life have been what others would call "soul mates"?

TheLiberalGent comments on Apr 15, 2018:

There were 3 that fit that desciption. However, in hindsight, I was too generous in that characterization. So I'm down to ZERO.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

That's too bad.

What is the most valuable lesson you have learned in life?

MustardSeed comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Shut your eyes when you know there will be a bang. Keep you fingers away from the moving parts. Hold your breath when something vents. Put ice on most injuries, even if heat feels great. Don't hide an injury.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

Words from experience?

Good question.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 15, 2018:

But we'll talk it to death, anyway!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

For sure.

Wonder what it was?

phxbillcee comments on Apr 15, 2018:

I know that look! PCP & ether on Kool's tobacco!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

That's awfully specific.

Not really...

EricTrommater comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Vicks is da bomb!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

Yep.

How do you spend your Sunday mornings?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 15, 2018:

Sunday is my bacon and eggs day. I started that years ago, and that's the only difference on a Sunday for me.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 15, 2018:

@Petter Today it was toast and home made apple butter.

Welp, that's too bad.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 14, 2018:

Can I use my "Get Out Of Jail Free" card? Wrong game? Shit!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 14, 2018:

lol

I Promise -- Radiohead [youtu.be]

JustChris comments on Apr 14, 2018:

Great song. Sometimes Radiohead can get a little weird for itself and lose sight of a solid song. This one is sweet. I actually worked with the drummer's cousin. He said the same thing and mentioned to him a lot...."Dude, what are you guys up to??? You're getting nutty."

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 14, 2018:

I like their weird stuff too. I'm just like that.

Vanilla Fudge... [youtube.com]

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 14, 2018:

Loved it!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 14, 2018:

@phxbillcee Loved it back in the day, too.

Is anyone here A D D?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 14, 2018:

I was never diagnosed. There was no such diagnosis when I was a kid, but I think I probably would have been diagnosed as that back then. I was never really bad, and I have learned to cope with it, and it seems to have lessened as I have gotten older. At least in some ways. So, who knows?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 14, 2018:

@Sporty Not really. Though I am on escitalapram, which may help. I smoke some, but not enough to make a difference.

When you pass out at the party, but have the right shoes on.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 14, 2018:

Is this the part where they pull out the Sharpies?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 14, 2018:

Probably.

Do You Believe that love transcends all ( age, education, time, distances, money, differences,.

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 10, 2018:

No. Love doesn't transcend all. There are some barriers that are too hard to cross. Love isn't the only answer, but it sure helps.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 13, 2018:

@Miloo Well, that's tough. Maybe I spoke too soon, but I think there are people I couldn't love. I can see the humanity in everyone, and have some compassion, but love is a different thing. I don't think I could love someone who's cruel, or extremely arrogant, etc. Is this what you meant?

Inside Out The hairs from out my head grow wild— uncontrolled like the brains they shoot ...

LetzGetReal comments on Apr 13, 2018:

I like the lush, descriptive. language... Not sure this one is finished?? It ends on a dark note and people need some optimism, no? Anyway, my two cents, no offense. (BTW, pls stop smoking? IF... I have two dead husbands from same). Be well...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 13, 2018:

Thanks. It ends on a dark note because that was how I was feeling at the time. Bringing in optimism would ring false to me. I didn't smoke for quite a few years when my kids were growing up, but when I lost my job and got divorced I started up again. Gonna give quitting another go soon.

A question for the guys: What qualities most impress you in a woman?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 12, 2018:

I love a smart woman.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 13, 2018:

@hemingwaykitten My wife was smarter than me. It's a challenge, something to work toward. And it gives you a lot to think about.

Whats your dream date
?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 12, 2018:

Not having been on a date since 1981, any date would be a dream date.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 12, 2018:

@VAL3941 No, I wouldn't. If they can't take me as I am, then I don't want to mess with them. I mean, I'll clean up and get a trim, but that's about it. Besides, I was married until 2 years ago. I can wait. And if nothing happens, I'll deal with that, too.

Yeah, right.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 12, 2018:

What, You didn't see the "candles" right away?? LOL! Wondering how old the students are!!!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 12, 2018:

I'll bet they were elementary school kids, otherwise someone would have noticed.

I need to find someone that looks at me like this beer does.

phxbillcee comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Better settle for a dog!

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 12, 2018:

I did already.

I confess.

mochajujubee comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Lets see some pictures.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

@mochajujubee Don't know why I didn't think of that.

What happens after death?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 11, 2018:

To me? Or to everybody else?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

Sorry. That was a smart-ass answer. The answer is nothing, except chemically.

I confess.

mochajujubee comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Lets see some pictures.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

Where do I post them?

I confess.

kenriley comments on Apr 11, 2018:

I use to take a lot of pictures of everything, pictures, pictures, pictures. get the point? Ok well I went a a road trip out west for 6 weeks, went everywhere always taking pictures, some where in the middle of that, I started taking pictures of people taking pictures. I ODed on pictures. If I take ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

It's weird, but I don't take that many pictures. I've just always been around people who do.

I confess.

sassygirl3869 comments on Apr 11, 2018:

I've been on FB for 6 years. Pics of friends get posted there.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

Yeah, I've got tons of pictures on facebook.

I confess.

DotLewis comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Yes, lots of pictures. Many are from the film and paper era, TOO many are in boxes in the guest room waiting for me to put them in scrapebooks. Then it became the digital age and I started hoarding photos on my computer. Unfortunately,that has resulted in losing some, even though I backed up pic ...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

Yep. I know what you mean.

I confess.

Pamela74 comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Oh then you must love being on Pinterest.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

Not really.

Gee, I'll have to check this out.

Nickbeee comments on Apr 11, 2018:

Hahaha!!! Nice I made this the other day.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 11, 2018:

loll

What are your thoughts on online dating?

Katrik comments on Apr 10, 2018:

I think that most dating sites are either overpriced, and don't work; or they are full of scammers and bots, and are a waste of time. The one boyfriend I have had so far I met irl, after having given up on dating sites.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 10, 2018:

Scammers, yes. Ran into way more of those than I thought I would.

There’s something soothing about falling asleep to the sound of rolling thunder

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 10, 2018:

Yes, and trains. I grew up going to sleep to the sound of trains.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 10, 2018:

@ChrissyM Yes, busy city noise bothers me. But I grew up in a small town full of railroad lines. Freight railroad, which usually moved slowly, clanking along. And even the horns, as long as they weren't too close were nice. I lived in L.A. for several years, and depending on where you were, and how well insulated the walls were, noise could bother me. I generally like it quiet.

Made it to Level 8 - woohoo! Only 150,000 points to go to get to Level 9!

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 10, 2018:

That's great! I don't think I've seen a level 9 person on here. Maybe I just haven't noticed. This is only my 2nd week.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 10, 2018:

@Blindbird lol!

Can anyone name them?

mistymoon77 comments on Apr 10, 2018:

Machine head, conehead, box head, birdman head.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 10, 2018:

Good job!

Can anyone name them?

AustinSkepticus comments on Apr 10, 2018:

Obviously Conehead the stopper, Amazon the Prime, Durrr... the Unknown creature thang, The Dreaded LegTank of Cardboardia. How'd I do?

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 10, 2018:

Great! You nailed them!

Childhood mementos. Do you have any mementos from your childhood?

snifflz comments on Apr 9, 2018:

I have several scars on my knee where I fell on the goddamn playground lol

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

I've got some those too, and they're nice and black from the cinders.

You may have noted my dashing photo on this website - specifically, my T-shirt which says: READ.

Akfishlady comments on Apr 9, 2018:

Somewhere in our recent political division it is an insult to be educated, to think for yourself or be challenged on your beliefs. Certainly for those who think education is elitists your shirt will offend.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

@Donna_I I think part of it is a class thing. People who are in lower classes feel that they are being taken advantage of by the "elites" and made to feel lesser than others, and so they are resentful. There is crossover with the religious right, but it's not complete. I'm part of the same struggle. I've always been middle- or lower middle-class, but I've spent years educating myself. My father was the same way--he worked in a factory and read philosophy, which makes it hard to decide which group you belong with. Whether class is based on education or money.

People are highly susceptible to social influence but rarely understand the full extent of that ...

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 9, 2018:

Absolutely. People thing they are these totally independent beings, with all their actions determined by their own thoughts or desires, when actually so much that we do is based on social norms, whether going along with them, or fighting against them. We are truly social beings. There's a good piece...

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

@Altaf Whatever the piece is, it's not a whole book. It's an essay that I found in one of my Dad's philosophy books.

It is truly disturbing how quickly anti-intellectual and pseudo-intellectual ideologies are spread ...

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 9, 2018:

Yes it is. As long as it sounds halfway reasonable, some people will believe it, even if it's wildly off base. The anti-intellectualism that seems to be spreading makes me angry.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

@eternalwisdom I understand what you're saying, and there is some truth to it, but I do think there's a fair amount of unconscious racism around. Not overt, or acted on, but still there underneath. I include myself in this statement, though I try to fight against it.

You may have noted my dashing photo on this website - specifically, my T-shirt which says: READ.

Akfishlady comments on Apr 9, 2018:

Somewhere in our recent political division it is an insult to be educated, to think for yourself or be challenged on your beliefs. Certainly for those who think education is elitists your shirt will offend.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

@Donna_I Yes, I think the religious right were part of it, but not the whole thing.

Jesus, would you look at the time!

RavenCT comments on Apr 9, 2018:

There are Jesus clocks on the web. A friend swears there was one on the market many years ago - that had a tortured scream on the hour.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 9, 2018:

Okay, I'll say it: "Oh my god!"

This is an excerpt from a book I am working on (memoir, essays, poetry) and is about the mental path...

GladToBeFree comments on Apr 8, 2018:

This is a nice piece. I would love to read your book when you are done with it.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 8, 2018:

@Agnosticatheist1 Will do.

Damn! Forgot to go to church again this morning!

Plainjane comments on Apr 8, 2018:

Maybe you can go tonight! Do they still do church Sunday nights? It's been so long I can't remember.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 8, 2018:

They do. I've been to church twice in the last 50 years. Both times for my kids.

This is an excerpt from a book I am working on (memoir, essays, poetry) and is about the mental path...

GladToBeFree comments on Apr 8, 2018:

This is a nice piece. I would love to read your book when you are done with it.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 8, 2018:

Thank you. It'll be done some day, but I don't know if I can get it published.

Whats on your mind when having sex?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 7, 2018:

It's been so long I forgot.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 7, 2018:

@JayJackson I wish it was that easy.

Whats on your mind when having sex?

Tomfoolery33 comments on Apr 7, 2018:

It's been so long I forgot.

Tomfoolery33 replies on Apr 7, 2018:

@qwertykeyboard Yeah it is legal there, but that's not what I'm looking for. I want the personal connection,