Alexander Borodin is one of my favourite composers and I sing a song called “And This Is My ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 20, 2018:

This is wonderful. I've never heard it before, thanks for turning it on to me. I see what you mean about the perspective of the conductor. You can see that he truely loves this piece, there is so much passion and joy coming from him.

Ok ladies, if you had your choice, and it not being the first few dates (first few need to be in ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 20, 2018:

I actually used to be a chef, so I can definitely make something special. But to be honest, I'd rather take some one out to eat a few times to get to know them better, I'd rather the meeting not be about food. If that goes well, then yes, I would much love to dazzle with some of what I can do.

What would you consider "The meaning of life" to be?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 19, 2018:

42

"Lady in a Cage" 1964.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 19, 2018:

Haven't seen it. But thanks for the up, I'll have to give it a go.

I love this guy.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

I really wish more people would watch this, he makes some really great points here.

[youtu.be] Alexa for Evangelicals

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Betty Bowers has been a favorite of mine for years. her parody, and sarcasm are top knotch.

Was anyone else locked out of Agnostics? I couldn't log in all afternoon.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Yes, I couldn't either, just got back on now.

Are you active with a local humanist, atheist, freethinker, etc group? Why or why not?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Most of my off time is spent volunteering at a homeless shelter, so no time for it. Also, I've been an atheist my whole life, I was not brought up in a religious household, so I don't really need any kind of support group.

This was my first exposure to Soundgarden.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Out of that era came two of my favorite singers, Chris Cornell, and Layne Staley. Such a shame that two greats like that are no longer with us. They are simply irreplacable.

Interesting find on Reddit this morning.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

I actually go by my mom's last name. I was raised and lived with her side of the family any way.

How to you handle being single in a partnered world?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

For me it comes down to how well do I do being by myself. It took me a long time to get comfortable with that. But since I have, I've lessened the ' need' for lack of a better word, to enjoy life with out a SO. But I do have a few friends, some are single, some are couples, and there is never an uncomfortable feeling from any of us when we hang out. Honestly, it never really bothers me like it used to when I was younger.

From Stephen Hawking's final book, Brief Answers to the Big Questions: "We are each free to believe...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

In death we all will be closest to god, because then we will both be nothing. :)

Which one would you prefer in your life; catch up in person or mainly social media?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

I've done both. Each had it's good and bad. Sometimes the person you meet is not at all what they seem on line. But I did get to meet a few friends a few years ago from an old site we all belonged to, and we were all pleasantly surprised at just how much we all were just as we thought we were. We still get together usually once a year. It's a little hard because we all live fairly far away, but very much worth the trip.

For all you lovers of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. [ted.com]

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

I'm probably the odd man out here, but I actually liked the movie. Sure it wasn't as good as the books, but I still liked it.

If your pet could talk, what would it say to you?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Ha Ha, I can lick places that you can't, loser.

This group is called Metal, Punk, and other Avenues of Aggression.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

I thought this was very cool when Ice T first came out with this band back in 91. Pretty cool seeing a rapper also being a metal head. One of my favorites was ' cop killer '.

Hey - I have been in the Nature Coast area (north of Tampa) for sometime now.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 18, 2018:

Hello from Clearwater. Welcome. :)

A complaint I have since adopting an agnostic position is that too much of the atheist/agnostic ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 17, 2018:

I'm not really much into names. But when asked, I will say that I am an Agnostic Atheist. Atheist, because I don't believe in any such nonsense of a deity or anything like that. The Agnostic, is because I don't have any empirical evidence to prove it either way. I also Will add Anti-theist, because of the harm that religion has, and still does cause quite a bit of harm. I think a lot of people that have let go of such beliefs, at some point show somewhat of a resentment towards religion (understandidly so), because of all the harm it does. Personally, I was never a believer, I was not brought up in a religious household. But the more and more I learn of what religion has, and still does, I will spek out about it. IMHO, religion should be looked at with contempt, and ridicule.

Better Relationship?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 16, 2018:

As long as they don't mind that we share differen't beliefs, and not try to push them from either of us, I'm ok with it. To me it would only be an issue if kids were involved, How would we raise them etc.

What are you really good at that you wouldn't put on your C. V?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 16, 2018:

I was going to explain how I'm good at apathy , but then i thought, meh.

Really a bit of a coin toss because sometimes the architecture is quite beautiful but these ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 15, 2018:

Either way, I'll bring the marshmellos.

Why are you here

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 15, 2018:

You are the new guy, Why not tell us why you are here. :)

Arguments and debates

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 15, 2018:

I've never actually heard one myself.

Name your favorite ??

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 14, 2018:

Way too many to pick just one, so I'll list a few. Dark knight Fight club Gladiator Fellowship of the ring American History X As I'm typing these, I realize that I have way too many more that would make a good sized novel. I have over 8 terabytes of movies, and whole series with every episode of a great many shows as well. One of my favorite things to do is look through and watch something I haven't seen in a while. which would include every thing i have. If it's not worth watching again, it doesn't stay on the drives.

Any of our members affected by Micheal beyond loss of power?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 14, 2018:

It had no effect here in Clearwater at all.

Did you have movies that scared you when you were a kid?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 14, 2018:

The original Texas Chainsaw Murderer was pretty good. I wouldn't say scared me, but it kept me on the edge of my seat. I think the only other movie that was like that for me was the original Alien.

IT'S SNOWING!!!! omg, i'm not ready for this!

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 14, 2018:

Meanwhile where I live,...

Better than a sandwich.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

I think he would have been fine if he'd mentioned the creamy white center.

Better believe it.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

That's pretty much me with wine.

Was my phone wallpaper. I miss it

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

Should be an educational vid for all young students. :)

For fans of Frozen (and I hope that suck ass song gets stuck in your heads ?)

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

Never saw frozen, but didn't need to to see this as rather funny.

Somedays, I make myself a list of chores.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

I usually have the cold beverage while doing chores. Then again, I think I start every thing off with a cold beverage. :)

This is the framed drawing I have - that a client of my sister's - did during a manic episode.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

That's something I've always wished I could do, draw, or paint. I have a huge admiration for those that can.

I once dated a man for a few months and told him I was falling in love with him.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

This thought brings me back to another post about "friends with benefits". In my time I've had a few. some worked out rather well because we both agreed that our friendship was more than letting romantic feelings get in the way of that. The only times that it went south was one one or the other grew to want more, and that always ends badly because both are not on the same page. That's just my take, I'm sure that doesn't apply to others.

As a group of mostly open minded people, I am surprised by the number of persons who are openly ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

Where there are people involved there will always be dissonance. For example, There are hundreds of sects of Christianity, so even they can't all agree. The only thing that Atheists, Agnostics, freethinkers, etc. have in common is they all (for the most part) don't believe in a god, or gods. We all have vastly different ideas about every other aspect of life and the universe. Same as believers. To say that we ( Atheists, Agnostics, freethinkers, etc) are more educated, and intelligent is just silly, and historically inaccurate. For example; Isaac newton, Micheal Faraday, Gallileo, and many other very intelligent and giants in their field were all devout Christians. Even today there are believers, albeit a minority, of elite Scientists that are tops of their fields. Francis Collins for one, Kennith R Miller another. plus many more. In all honesty I am glad there is an amount of some sort of dissonance even here on this site. Life would be fucking boring if every one believed and thought the same about everything.

Make this a closed group....consenting members ONLY. We want this to be free of the Agnostic cop

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

I agree.

Need advice/your opinions... Would you go out on a date with someone who has the same name as an ex?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

I've had that happen and it didn't bother me a bit. Someones name is the least of my concerns about a SO.

[youtu.be] kidZ DOING slipknot, they make me so proud

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 13, 2018:

Someone turned me on to the O'Keef foundation a while back. It always amazes me the great job kids do at playing some great songs.

Who else can relate to this? ???

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

My christmas wreath is still hanging in my kitchen for about 4 years now.

Friday night party music.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

thinking of bands from years ago popped another in my head, and looked it up. Glad I did because just listening to this song brought back many great memories. The thing for me is that U2 was like our pet band that no one knew about, but we all played the shit out of them. But somehow after they hit the mainstreem, a bunch of us lost interest. not to say that they haven't made some great songs since, but I still love my back pocket garage band. But, I am glad to see them still kicking it after all these years. https://youtu.be/3kqKPpWSEHs

? who knew?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

That's just like the catholic priests, only the other guy is too old.

How do you feel after hosting people?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

For me it's bitter sweet. I have a lot of friends from where I grew up with in CT. that I have kept in touch with, and I also have some friends I knoe from another blog site that we actually got to meet IRL. Usually they will come down to Clearwater Florida, where I live, which is great. There is a tone to do here, from the great beaches, to fishing in the Gulf, to that many restaurants ( seafood mostly), to sailing and viewing dolphins etc. I live when they all come down, and it's great that my new friends and old get along rather well. But when they all leave I sort of feel hollow. I hate that feeling.

I was notified by one of our mutual friends that my new site was denied status, and yet has almost ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I'm not sure how that works either. I started one with no problem, but I've heard from a few people that they had a difficult time getting one going.

Friday night party music.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

Another one I like a lot is from E.S. Posthumas, Antisa. They have a great way of mixing dreamy sound and vocals with a symphony, and a beat. Not too many know of these guys, but they've been a favorite of mine for a long time. https://youtu.be/f2yJzMgaUAk

I want to start a group! (please don't steal the ideas) what kind of group would you like me to ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I can't think of one off hand. I started one myself a while back. But let me know what you come up with. I'd really like to see.

Friday night party music.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I've been listening to a lot of music tonight, mostly to some stuff I've not heard in a while. This is a great one from Enya. https://youtu.be/Jl8iYAo90pE

Okay, let's get this party started a few minutes early.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

So about favorite body part. I guess it's my eyes. I heard a lot that I have very intense eyes. Not quite sure what that means, but I'll roll with it.

Okay, let's get this party started a few minutes early.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

That is awesome. A winner at the new age crystal shop, or porn. meh, what ever floats your boat.

I've had a nap and a cup of coffee. Who's ready for the festivities at 9?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I'm all in. Got a head start on the drinking part. I want to be good and primed. :)

John Williams is one of the honorees on a PBS special for 2018 Lifetime Grammy Awards.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I've always loved his work, he has some of the most iconic pieces under his belt. Another that I like is Hanns Zimmer, He has a ton of awards, and scores under his belt. Some of my all time favorite movies were scored by both of these greats.

Evolution timeframes get a rethink after scientists take a closer look at Earth's first animals

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

That doesn't make any sense, the earth is only 6,000 years old. lol, jk. Cool article. I love hearing new discoveries.

Now that it has cleared up.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 12, 2018:

I did a lot of skiing when I was younger. but mostly in VT. and NH. I've had some friends that went to Pikes Peak and told me that it was like no other. Unfortunately, I never got to go. Who knows, maybe someday. Beautiful pic btw.

If it didn't come from the boat, where did it come from?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

This gave me a real lol. thanks.

One of the questions on this site when I signed up was if I believe in God or gods, and then it ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

I'm not one for labels, but when pressed, I say I am an Agnostic Atheist. Atheist, because I really don't see, or have seen any emperical evidence showing that one exists. the Agnostic part is that I can't prove it either way. Oh, but one that I do go by is, Anti-Theist. I despise religion with every fiber of my being.

not exactly halloween, but a way to reuse a halloween skeleton

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

That's fucking great. Damn great idea. Wish I thought of that.

i don't know if everyone will find this offensive, but it at least brings to light the idiocy of ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

I couldn't even watch the whole this of his nonsensical word salad. I really wish I could reach through he screen and slap him up side the head. And just say, damn man, please STFU.

Winter is Coming! [facebook.com]

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

That's one of the things I love about living in Florida, no snow.

You Know God Exists (Nudge-Nudge, Wink-Wink) Within the scope of people who claim that God ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

I've seen quite a few debates between believers, and non-believers. A good part of them were civil, which I like, I like good conversation as well. But I have to say that Sye Ten Bruggencate is the biggest tool I've ever seen. He is a broken record of circular reasoning. I've seen many interviews of those who had debated him, and they all say the same thing, "never again". I don't blame them.

Good morning Agnostics! I hope that everyone has a good Autumn day.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 11, 2018:

Good morning to you as well. :)

Favorite games to play anyone? My most recent obsessive-gotta-play is . Hack// vol 2.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

World of Warcraft, been playing that since 96. Have always been a fan of the Final Fantasy series. All of the elder Scrolls.

When we were kids when you had to makeshift something it was called Jerry rig never really looked ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

Through the years I've heard and used all of them, but I think the one I've used the most is MacGyvered.

Michael makes landfall!! Batten down the hatches. !! Be safe floridians. Very strong cat 4.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

This one missed where I live in FL. But Irene went right through us. I hope Michael goes easy once it's been on land a bit.

Offend easily?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

A joke is a joke. I'm a firm believer in that one can joke about anything, no matter how dark. In fact I love dark twisted humor.

What are some of your favorite atheist/agnostic songs and song lyrics?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

I'm not one much lyrics, I'm more about the music. I don't think Believer, or non-believer has anything to do with it. Remember that a great deal of opera's, Symphonies, And other classical music was made from composers that were influenced by god. Art, and Architecture follow into that catagory as well.

What are your feelings about "Friends with Benefits"?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

I've had that a few times. Some were good because there was never a thought of commitment from either of us. Some, not so much, one or the other eventually wanted more, and that pretty much ruined it.

grammar nazi

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

I saw this the other day. got a good laugh out of it. Pretty funny.

it has been raining the past 8 days. today it's sunny!

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

It was the opposite here, It hasn't rained in a long time, and finally it did today cooling us off a bit.

From the industrial style album that Rob Halford did.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

His other band 'Fight' was pretty good as well. https://youtu.be/0KyLnwiFYIM

Guys don't like being called dude?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

It doesn't bother me at all.

I'm a nerd who plays video games and Magic the Gathering, and watches anime. What's up?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 10, 2018:

Avid WOW player myself.

Tell me why I should stay a member of this group.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 9, 2018:

If you have to ask,.. Maybe you shouldn't. Just saying.

Today marks my 1 year anniversary of joining this site.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 9, 2018:

Happy aniversary. :) I know what you mean. I've only been here a few months, but even in that short time I've made some friends, met some great people, in fact I should say 'almost all' people. I've always felt welcomed, and it's a great place to be with like minded people.

What matters most in a potential spouse?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 9, 2018:

To be honest, it's not one thing, rather all of the above. I have to admit that looks to have some weight, but, intelligence, sense of humor, personality etc. go a long way as well.

Evacuation orders are in effect for the panhandle.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 9, 2018:

Irene came right through here in Clearwater, but this one looks like it will miss us, but then, you never know.

Good morning singles! I hope that everyone out there has a good Tuesday.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 9, 2018:

Thank you, and I hope you have a great day as well. :)

How old/young were you when you realized you were atheist/agnostic?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 8, 2018:

I never was a believer, I was fortunate enough to have not have been brought up in a religious household.

I don't know how to act my age because I've never been this old before.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 8, 2018:

I don't look or act my age. But it does seem to take longer to heal from bruises and such.

Why is it that the fraudulent Church of Scientology still exists?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 8, 2018:

money.

Trivia Nite will take place Tonight at 6;00 PM EST USA in The Singles/Mingle/Chatroom.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

I still haven't been able to join a chat group, mainly because I don't know how.

I just had a cool thing happen.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

I'm 6'1, does that count. :)

On Netflix tonight for me will be "The Damned" This film features a family and group of friends ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

Haven't seen it, but I'll look it up. I'm always into something I haven't seen before.

Something that crossed my mind today while getting an error code trying to get into this site.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

not yet, but i would like to.

Take me to church?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

Weddings, and funerals yes. no to every thing else.

I got together with @SukiSue and @Stacey48 (and @UrsiMajor and @Bierbasstard) today.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

I haven't met any one on this site, mainly due to being fairly new. But I was a member of another site for a little over a decade, and had a great deal of on line friends there. sometime after a while a few of us got together. It was a road trip for some, and they went to visit quite a few people, and some joined them when they came to florida to see me. The one thing I got right off the bat was that all of us were exactly the same IRL as we were online, which was rather cool. we had such a great time, that we made it an annual thing. But since the site went down a few of us have lost communication with each other, some I still chat with on FB, but it's just not the same.. So I know the feeling of meeting online friends IRL. I'm really happy that you all got to do that.

Violent Femmes - Add It Up - A little or maybe alot older .

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

Ah, this brings back some memories.

This is an interesting exploration: People Tell Me I Don't Act Like I'm Married — What Does ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

People Tell Me I Don't Act Like I'm Married as well, but that is only because I've never been married. lol :)

Just For Fun. With Halloween Approaching What Broom Would You Like To Ride?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

That looks like my ex;s garage.

What are some of your favorite movie villains/monsters, for me Pinhead and the ringmaster in ...

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

Pinhead is by far my favorite.

So I have a question. What, to you, makes a good dating profile?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

Honestly I couldn't say, I've never been on a dating site before. I guess this site is somewhat of a dating site. But I'm really here for good conversation, a laugh or two, and maybe make some friends.

Does evil exist? As non-believers do we still accept the concept of evil in its pure form?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

I think that (evil) is subjective. Some people do some shit things, yet also do good things too. does that make them evil? I think there is a sinner, and saint in every one, No one is pure anything. Even killing. there are times when it is a bad thing, and there are times when it is good. A whale kills more shrimp and fish in one week than all of the tyrants that ever lived. Do we call the whale evil? I guess that anything could be good or bad depending on ones point of view.

Enjoy your day!

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 7, 2018:

To you as well. It's Football day, so I'll relax and enjoy some games.

Do idiosyncrasies annoy you or do you just let them just slide?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

I'm way too laid back to be bothered by the small things.

Do you attract a certain type of the opposite sex? Do you have a preferred type?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

I don't have a 'certain' type. But I do have to say that I do tend to favor dark hair, and brown eyes. And intelligence plays a much bigger role than any physical attributes, Mostly). But as to who I might be attracted by, Well, I have no clue. I'm fairly stupid in what people see in me.

I have a new obsession. [youtu.be]

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

Never heard this before, but I like. thanks for turning me on to it.

Do atheists observe Halloween?

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

Costumes and candy and parties. Yes these are all great and fun things. But, (believing) in some supersticious nonsense is just a bunch of good old woo woo. I say, just enjoy the ride and have fun.

Dream and Quest enjoy Saturday. [youtu.be]

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

The story of don quixote is an old classic favorite, and I was very happy that the tale was put to music. Priceless. This is a great prefomance of that. Thanks for the post, it's been a long while since I've heard it.

So after a stressful week.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

Now you're talkin. That is what I call a big gulp.

Marilyn Milian has been my role model for as long as I can remember.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 6, 2018:

I've had a few. But the two that really stand out for me are, Carl Sagan, and Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson. Both of them had a great way of bringing science to everyone and make it very interesting. And have a great way of making one think.

IMHO 'Dirt' is one of the best albums ever recorded.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 5, 2018:

Oh, and I forgot, It's beer:30,so drink up! hope every one has a great weekend.

Today has been a shit day.

TristanNuvo comments on Oct 5, 2018:

At the homeless shelter where I volunteer at, we had a cook out for lunch, and it was great to see every one enjoying it. I think it lifted a lot of spirits.