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The easiest most versatile plant to have are daylilies.
AmiSue comments on Nov 10, 2018:
I have those. Lilies are my favorites, I grow a large assortment.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@AmiSue
We have over 50 and I like to remove all the blooms before I go to bed.
AmiSue comments on Nov 10, 2018:
I have those. Lilies are my favorites, I grow a large assortment.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@AmiSue
We have over 50 and I like to remove all the blooms before I go to bed.
Full, half or empty?
Lop-Eared-Mule comments on Nov 10, 2018:
That's two minuets of my life I'll never get back.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@Lop-Eared-Mule
I'm not sure about the two minutes you lost, but I found a few points with your comment, so thank you.
Lop-Eared-Mule comments on Nov 10, 2018:
That's two minuets of my life I'll never get back.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@Lop-Eared-Mule
I'm not sure about the two minutes you lost, but I found a few points with your comment, so thank you.
Full, half or empty?
MrLink comments on Nov 10, 2018:
"I can't feel any love from God and being optimistic about his existence is a delusion of a one-sided love affair."
Nicely said.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@MrLink
You're right about a delusion and thank you for making my point sound so much better.
I appreciate any feedback, especially positive, thanks again.
MrLink comments on Nov 10, 2018:
"I can't feel any love from God and being optimistic about his existence is a delusion of a one-sided love affair."
Nicely said.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@MrLink
You're right about a delusion and thank you for making my point sound so much better.
I appreciate any feedback, especially positive, thanks again.
Recycling has its treasures for a garden.
itsmedammit comments on Nov 9, 2018:
Lovely.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@itsmedammit
Thank you. I enjoy my garden very much and it gives me pleasure sharing it with others.
itsmedammit comments on Nov 9, 2018:
Lovely.
flower_nut replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@itsmedammit
Thank you. I enjoy my garden very much and it gives me pleasure sharing it with others.
Recycling has its treasures for a garden.
MikeInBatonRouge comments on Nov 9, 2018:
Gardening certainly is the perfect venue to find a little creative inspiration. Not to mention to meditatively reflect on the preciousness and cyclical nature of life. Thanks for sharing your experiences in these pics!
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@MikeInBatonRouge
I grew up in nature and it's important to me for many reasons. Nature is where I find peace in a world so different from me.
I like to be creative, but am I even creative?
As long as I enjoy I'm creative!
Thank you for your inspiring comment.
MikeInBatonRouge comments on Nov 9, 2018:
Gardening certainly is the perfect venue to find a little creative inspiration. Not to mention to meditatively reflect on the preciousness and cyclical nature of life. Thanks for sharing your experiences in these pics!
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@MikeInBatonRouge
I grew up in nature and it's important to me for many reasons. Nature is where I find peace in a world so different from me.
I like to be creative, but am I even creative?
As long as I enjoy I'm creative!
Thank you for your inspiring comment.
Recycling has its treasures for a garden.
AmmaRE007 comments on Nov 7, 2018:
beautiful, it looks so relaxing to sit in. I recycle old dresser drawers. On recycle day, I take the drawers from discarded dressers and i use them as garden boxes that I plant in, or for composting.
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
When I find a drawer that will work I'm going to build it. I think it would go with the backyard fence garden. The drawer needs to be at a height to showcase it.
AmmaRE007 comments on Nov 7, 2018:
beautiful, it looks so relaxing to sit in. I recycle old dresser drawers. On recycle day, I take the drawers from discarded dressers and i use them as garden boxes that I plant in, or for composting.
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
When I find a drawer that will work I'm going to build it. I think it would go with the backyard fence garden. The drawer needs to be at a height to showcase it.
Recycling has its treasures for a garden.
Surfpirate comments on Nov 8, 2018:
I think anyone who gets serious about gardening is willing to mix a little magic in with their science. ;)
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@Surfpirate
Serious enough for me to create a landscape full of gardens. It keeps me busy with hours of relaxation and excitement. The lifespan of a flower shows me how fragile and short life is.
I appreciate how all the plants in our garden depend on each other to give us a wonderful show each season. I'm learning by trying new things with an open mind. Sometimes I make mistakes in the garden and in life. Magic is overcoming challenges and my garden helps me with that.
Surfpirate comments on Nov 8, 2018:
I think anyone who gets serious about gardening is willing to mix a little magic in with their science. ;)
flower_nut replies on Nov 9, 2018:
@Surfpirate
Serious enough for me to create a landscape full of gardens. It keeps me busy with hours of relaxation and excitement. The lifespan of a flower shows me how fragile and short life is.
I appreciate how all the plants in our garden depend on each other to give us a wonderful show each season. I'm learning by trying new things with an open mind. Sometimes I make mistakes in the garden and in life. Magic is overcoming challenges and my garden helps me with that.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
KateAmy comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Hiya! Where in Nova Scotia? I❤️ Cape Breton!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@KateAmy
Our dollar makes it easy to stay in Canada for vacation. With Cape Breton so close we'll go more often.
I agree Canada is fantastic, but it's time to see someplace different. Our goal within the next five years is to do that.
KateAmy comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Hiya! Where in Nova Scotia? I❤️ Cape Breton!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@KateAmy
Our dollar makes it easy to stay in Canada for vacation. With Cape Breton so close we'll go more often.
I agree Canada is fantastic, but it's time to see someplace different. Our goal within the next five years is to do that.
Hi All! I just joined this site yesterday and I'm enjoying looking around and reading posts from the...
flower_nut comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Sorry to hear about your cat. I love ours very much. Romeo is thirteen years old and slowing down somewhat. I fear I will go through the same thing your experiencing now some day.
How old was the cat you lost and what is its name?
By the way, welcome to the community of free thought where anything...
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@PeacefulMary
Sounds like our Romeo. Any quick movement makes him nervous. We got him very young from a shelter and keep him inside. We lost our first cat because she never returned home one day so all new cats stay inside. It took a couple months and hope faded for the return of our sweet Mandy.
I'm sorry for your loss of Opal. It seems she had a very good friend who she built a common trust with.
flower_nut comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Sorry to hear about your cat. I love ours very much. Romeo is thirteen years old and slowing down somewhat. I fear I will go through the same thing your experiencing now some day.
How old was the cat you lost and what is its name?
By the way, welcome to the community of free thought where anything...
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@PeacefulMary
Sounds like our Romeo. Any quick movement makes him nervous. We got him very young from a shelter and keep him inside. We lost our first cat because she never returned home one day so all new cats stay inside. It took a couple months and hope faded for the return of our sweet Mandy.
I'm sorry for your loss of Opal. It seems she had a very good friend who she built a common trust with.
Hello, I just signed up- so I guess I'm late to the party.
flower_nut comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Call it a mid-life crisis but I asked myself “what do I really believe”?
Connecting with others who share a common interest is enlightening.
Welcome to the community and enjoy.
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@Pbpierson2
Me too, finally arriving at a position and knowing the labels give me a sense of community. It's a long way from the Bible belt in this community. Having others who understand and discuss topics that go against the mainframe lets us be authentic. I like to have fun and in the general population, it's so hard to do because religion closes your mind from common logic.
flower_nut comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Call it a mid-life crisis but I asked myself “what do I really believe”?
Connecting with others who share a common interest is enlightening.
Welcome to the community and enjoy.
flower_nut replies on Nov 8, 2018:
@Pbpierson2
Me too, finally arriving at a position and knowing the labels give me a sense of community. It's a long way from the Bible belt in this community. Having others who understand and discuss topics that go against the mainframe lets us be authentic. I like to have fun and in the general population, it's so hard to do because religion closes your mind from common logic.
Recycling has its treasures for a garden.
AmmaRE007 comments on Nov 7, 2018:
beautiful, it looks so relaxing to sit in. I recycle old dresser drawers. On recycle day, I take the drawers from discarded dressers and i use them as garden boxes that I plant in, or for composting.
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
Sounds interesting. I wonder if I can find a special drawer for special plants in my garden. It will have to go with the theme but it's a good idea.
A smaller drawer about 12 X 12 X 8 full of sedum and succulents cascading out and over the face of the drawer.
AmmaRE007 comments on Nov 7, 2018:
beautiful, it looks so relaxing to sit in. I recycle old dresser drawers. On recycle day, I take the drawers from discarded dressers and i use them as garden boxes that I plant in, or for composting.
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
Sounds interesting. I wonder if I can find a special drawer for special plants in my garden. It will have to go with the theme but it's a good idea.
A smaller drawer about 12 X 12 X 8 full of sedum and succulents cascading out and over the face of the drawer.
We have brakes.
Can you stop?
If you can
we're on break!
Umbral comments on Nov 6, 2018:
I bet the old lady with the walker hopes everyone's brakes work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@Umbral
Yes, I do too every time I cross the street. I'm not very trusting with how others drive or cross the street.
Someone was hit while in a crosswalk by a city bus a few days ago. I don't think brakes were the problem though.
Umbral comments on Nov 6, 2018:
I bet the old lady with the walker hopes everyone's brakes work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@Umbral
Yes, I do too every time I cross the street. I'm not very trusting with how others drive or cross the street.
Someone was hit while in a crosswalk by a city bus a few days ago. I don't think brakes were the problem though.
We have brakes.
Can you stop?
If you can
we're on break!
ugly comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Don't stop if you can't,
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@ugly
If you can't stop you need brakes, so don't try to stop if you can't, just hit a pole, not the lady crossing.
ugly comments on Nov 7, 2018:
Don't stop if you can't,
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@ugly
If you can't stop you need brakes, so don't try to stop if you can't, just hit a pole, not the lady crossing.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
KateAmy comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Hiya! Where in Nova Scotia? I❤️ Cape Breton!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@KateAmy
Nova Scotia is my home and lived here most of my life. I haven't been to very many places, but I've seen Cape Breton.
After that journey, I want to go back. On our last day of the trip, we planned on a tour of Louisbourg. It was pouring down rain and decided to cancel the tour.
We call Cape Breton the high lands and after the road trip around Cabot Trail, I see why. The north mountain took my breath away and the trails through nature are my reason to go back.
If you enjoy trees changing colour this is a beautiful place to enjoy it.
I love many things when I finally see it and Cape Breton is one of them.
For those who don't know where Cape Breton is it's connected by a causeway on the north end of Nova Scotia.
If the sea level rises too much this will be a safe haven for Nova Scotians.
KateAmy comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Hiya! Where in Nova Scotia? I❤️ Cape Breton!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@KateAmy
Nova Scotia is my home and lived here most of my life. I haven't been to very many places, but I've seen Cape Breton.
After that journey, I want to go back. On our last day of the trip, we planned on a tour of Louisbourg. It was pouring down rain and decided to cancel the tour.
We call Cape Breton the high lands and after the road trip around Cabot Trail, I see why. The north mountain took my breath away and the trails through nature are my reason to go back.
If you enjoy trees changing colour this is a beautiful place to enjoy it.
I love many things when I finally see it and Cape Breton is one of them.
For those who don't know where Cape Breton is it's connected by a causeway on the north end of Nova Scotia.
If the sea level rises too much this will be a safe haven for Nova Scotians.
Spring 2018
Gentiana
Creeping phlox
Dicentra formosa, bleeding heart
Alpine columbine
...
HippieChick58 comments on Nov 6, 2018:
I remember growing Bleeding Hearts when I was in Washington State. I called it a "liberal plant." That pissed my ex off :) And yes, Bleeding Hearts is Dicentra Formosa. I love it!
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@HippieChick58
Wow! Plants are what you want them to be and if they piss you off maybe you shouldn't be around them. Now your ex can piss someone else off with bleeding hearts.
HippieChick58 comments on Nov 6, 2018:
I remember growing Bleeding Hearts when I was in Washington State. I called it a "liberal plant." That pissed my ex off :) And yes, Bleeding Hearts is Dicentra Formosa. I love it!
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@HippieChick58
Wow! Plants are what you want them to be and if they piss you off maybe you shouldn't be around them. Now your ex can piss someone else off with bleeding hearts.
Spring 2018
Gentiana
Creeping phlox
Dicentra formosa, bleeding heart
Alpine columbine
...
SkagwayKim comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Beautiful!
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@SkagwayKim
Thank you. I like sharing flowers.
SkagwayKim comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Beautiful!
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@SkagwayKim
Thank you. I like sharing flowers.
Spring 2018
Gentiana
Creeping phlox
Dicentra formosa, bleeding heart
Alpine columbine
...
Zoohome comments on Nov 6, 2018:
What a pretty blue.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@Zoohome
It's one of my top ten flowers, thank you. Our patch is only a square foot in ten years. Very slow to spread and the flowers last about two weeks. I look forward to this one faithfully and grateful for all my flowers.
Zoohome comments on Nov 6, 2018:
What a pretty blue.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@Zoohome
It's one of my top ten flowers, thank you. Our patch is only a square foot in ten years. Very slow to spread and the flowers last about two weeks. I look forward to this one faithfully and grateful for all my flowers.
Spring 2018
Gentiana
Creeping phlox
Dicentra formosa, bleeding heart
Alpine columbine
...
Spinliesel comments on Nov 6, 2018:
My bleeding heart grows under a small evergreen and is about thiirty years old. I am always so grateful to see the pretty pink and white flowers returning every year.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@Spinliesel
We have the Formosa bleeding heart in several places. It can grow anywhere. The white one spreads much slower. Every garden needs a bleeding heart or two.
Spinliesel comments on Nov 6, 2018:
My bleeding heart grows under a small evergreen and is about thiirty years old. I am always so grateful to see the pretty pink and white flowers returning every year.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@Spinliesel
We have the Formosa bleeding heart in several places. It can grow anywhere. The white one spreads much slower. Every garden needs a bleeding heart or two.
We have brakes.
Can you stop?
If you can
we're on break!
brentan comments on Nov 5, 2018:
Break it to them gently.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@brentan
Slow down and take a break, life is too short to not have fun. When you can stop at a moments notice you have good breaks.
brentan comments on Nov 5, 2018:
Break it to them gently.
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@brentan
Slow down and take a break, life is too short to not have fun. When you can stop at a moments notice you have good breaks.
We have brakes.
Can you stop?
If you can
we're on break!
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Break fail
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
I see things differently than advertisers. This ad made me look, laugh, and want to share my own twist. Everybody is in a hurry these days and brakes or breaks are very important.
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 6, 2018:
Break fail
flower_nut replies on Nov 6, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
I see things differently than advertisers. This ad made me look, laugh, and want to share my own twist. Everybody is in a hurry these days and brakes or breaks are very important.
Hopefully, this generates laughter, show how romantic nature is, and a different perspective.
Nunulady comments on Nov 4, 2018:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1599041390174997&id=486411464771334
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@Nunulady
Awesome and awestruck both hit me with this photo!
Check it out.
Nunulady comments on Nov 4, 2018:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1599041390174997&id=486411464771334
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@Nunulady
Awesome and awestruck both hit me with this photo!
Check it out.
Hopefully, this generates laughter, show how romantic nature is, and a different perspective.
Nunulady comments on Nov 4, 2018:
There is so much beauty in nature. Like the poem also.
I'm going to try and put a picture on here of the most gorgeous caterpillar ever!!!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@Nunulady
Holy crap! How do you know it's a caterpillar and not a goddess? That's incredible. You're absolutely right!
Thank you for sharing a beautiful piece of nature.
Nunulady comments on Nov 4, 2018:
There is so much beauty in nature. Like the poem also.
I'm going to try and put a picture on here of the most gorgeous caterpillar ever!!!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@Nunulady
Holy crap! How do you know it's a caterpillar and not a goddess? That's incredible. You're absolutely right!
Thank you for sharing a beautiful piece of nature.
Once upon a time, a flower_nut who loved flowers so much shovelled all the snow from his garden.
creative51 comments on Nov 4, 2018:
You would be right at home here is SW Michigan. We get lots of lake effect snow from Lake Michigan.
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@creative51
This was more of a freak snowfall in the spring, but after that one, I'm more diligent about making sure my tulips are uncovered come spring.
The centre of Nova Scotia is our snow belt. I'm closer to the ocean with warmer air giving us less snow and more rain.
I like snow, but I like my garden more.
creative51 comments on Nov 4, 2018:
You would be right at home here is SW Michigan. We get lots of lake effect snow from Lake Michigan.
flower_nut replies on Nov 5, 2018:
@creative51
This was more of a freak snowfall in the spring, but after that one, I'm more diligent about making sure my tulips are uncovered come spring.
The centre of Nova Scotia is our snow belt. I'm closer to the ocean with warmer air giving us less snow and more rain.
I like snow, but I like my garden more.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
jacpod comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Like the whimsicality and the beautiful wall!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@jacpod
Thank you
Imagination comes to life with new inspiration every spring.
jacpod comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Like the whimsicality and the beautiful wall!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@jacpod
Thank you
Imagination comes to life with new inspiration every spring.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
AmmaRE007 comments on Oct 16, 2018:
She kon and hello to everyone I'm looking forward to meeting and learning. Free thinkers dam lol
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
I challenge myself every day. I have to dig dahlias today, and that's my challenge for today.
Your profile photo looks like someone I know very well and haven't seen in a long time. She lives in Ontario. She's my stepdaughter. How weird is that?
It's freaking me out, but I'll be okay.
AmmaRE007 comments on Oct 16, 2018:
She kon and hello to everyone I'm looking forward to meeting and learning. Free thinkers dam lol
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@AmmaRE007
I challenge myself every day. I have to dig dahlias today, and that's my challenge for today.
Your profile photo looks like someone I know very well and haven't seen in a long time. She lives in Ontario. She's my stepdaughter. How weird is that?
It's freaking me out, but I'll be okay.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
voltaire1778 comments on Oct 17, 2018:
Hello Nova Scotia, this is Brandon, Mississippi, USA! Welcome!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@voltaire1778
Hi Brandon.
I can appreciate how difficult life can be to navigate. I wasn't taught any religion growing up and avoided it as much as I could. I had faith because everyone did, but it was more like a dream I wanted to come true.
Your journey is very different and this is common ground for people like us.
Thank you.
voltaire1778 comments on Oct 17, 2018:
Hello Nova Scotia, this is Brandon, Mississippi, USA! Welcome!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@voltaire1778
Hi Brandon.
I can appreciate how difficult life can be to navigate. I wasn't taught any religion growing up and avoided it as much as I could. I had faith because everyone did, but it was more like a dream I wanted to come true.
Your journey is very different and this is common ground for people like us.
Thank you.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
Demonica29 comments on Oct 21, 2018:
Monica from Boston here!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Demonica29
Hi Monica, we're neighbours. Cool!
Hey, remind me to check old posts.
Demonica29 comments on Oct 21, 2018:
Monica from Boston here!
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Demonica29
Hi Monica, we're neighbours. Cool!
Hey, remind me to check old posts.
A community has the ability to make someone feel welcome.
BBJong comments on Nov 4, 2018:
...welcome aboard,explore,learn,make
friends-and yes have fun*
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@BBJong
I've learned so much already thank you.
It's a great community without bullshit.
BBJong comments on Nov 4, 2018:
...welcome aboard,explore,learn,make
friends-and yes have fun*
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@BBJong
I've learned so much already thank you.
It's a great community without bullshit.
Here is the video of use harvesting the bananas and chop and drop the rest of the plant.
flower_nut comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Good info.
I tried growing a Musa Basjoo once and it only survived one winter. The only way to keep it alive in my zone is heating coils in the ground or take it in for the winter. I like the tropical look but it's too much of a push for me in our garden zone of eastern Canada.
So after the ice ...
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Donto101
I might get ambitious and try again. I ordered the Musa from the opposite side of my country where they can stand the climate in BC.
Since then I see them here once and a while in the garden centers in the spring as an annual.
flower_nut comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Good info.
I tried growing a Musa Basjoo once and it only survived one winter. The only way to keep it alive in my zone is heating coils in the ground or take it in for the winter. I like the tropical look but it's too much of a push for me in our garden zone of eastern Canada.
So after the ice ...
flower_nut replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Donto101
I might get ambitious and try again. I ordered the Musa from the opposite side of my country where they can stand the climate in BC.
Since then I see them here once and a while in the garden centers in the spring as an annual.
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
schway comments on Nov 2, 2018:
You should come to Hite Cove in the Sierra in the spring. Wildflowers are abundant.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@schway
Great! thank you.
schway comments on Nov 2, 2018:
You should come to Hite Cove in the Sierra in the spring. Wildflowers are abundant.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@schway
Great! thank you.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
AmiSue comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Just beautiful!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@AmiSue
So true!
AmiSue comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Just beautiful!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@AmiSue
So true!
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
Cast1es comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Lovely
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Cast1es
Thank you
That's why it's my pick for the year. “lovely”
Cast1es comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Lovely
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Cast1es
Thank you
That's why it's my pick for the year. “lovely”
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
Heidi68 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Very nice! Love the bee, working hard
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Heidi68
It took a few photos to get the bee buzzing, but I got him. Thanks.
Heidi68 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Very nice! Love the bee, working hard
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Heidi68
It took a few photos to get the bee buzzing, but I got him. Thanks.
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
misternatureboy comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Pretty spectacular.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@misternatureboy
Thank you.
A garden helps with so much to practice with.
misternatureboy comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Pretty spectacular.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@misternatureboy
Thank you.
A garden helps with so much to practice with.
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
Genna comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Up close it looks almost otherworldly. I especially liked the 4th and 5th.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Genna
The 5th is my favourite and otherworldly is a good description thank you. I like things otherworldly.
Genna comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Up close it looks almost otherworldly. I especially liked the 4th and 5th.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Genna
The 5th is my favourite and otherworldly is a good description thank you. I like things otherworldly.
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
schway comments on Nov 2, 2018:
You should come to Hite Cove in the Sierra in the spring. Wildflowers are abundant.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@schway
That's amazing! I'd love to go.
There's something about hills and flowers that reminds me of something being alive with sound.
schway comments on Nov 2, 2018:
You should come to Hite Cove in the Sierra in the spring. Wildflowers are abundant.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@schway
That's amazing! I'd love to go.
There's something about hills and flowers that reminds me of something being alive with sound.
Astrantia major, great masterwort.
Hathacat comments on Nov 2, 2018:
What zone? It is very pretty!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Hathacat
Zone 6b: -5°F to 0°F
I have fun trying to push that limit further with some plants.
Hathacat comments on Nov 2, 2018:
What zone? It is very pretty!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Hathacat
Zone 6b: -5°F to 0°F
I have fun trying to push that limit further with some plants.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Alvinsmama comments on Nov 2, 2018:
I used to own and operate my own landscaping company. You do beautiful work. I especially like the stone work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Alvinsmama
The stones for the wall were all hand-picked and needed to be as flat as possible. This in itself was a difficult task. I was determined to see this in my garden.
Alvinsmama comments on Nov 2, 2018:
I used to own and operate my own landscaping company. You do beautiful work. I especially like the stone work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Alvinsmama
The stones for the wall were all hand-picked and needed to be as flat as possible. This in itself was a difficult task. I was determined to see this in my garden.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
HeathenFarmer comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Impressive.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@HeathenFarmer
Thank you.
I used to live in Saskatchewan before coming back home to Nova Scotia. Very short garden season and limited hardiness for plants. Very hot in the summer and very very cold in the winter. It's a dry cold though. Not much difference after minus 30 degrees Celsius. It will take your skin off and you won't know until it's too late and that wind chill kills me.
I always wanted to see Alberta, but never went further west than Regina.
After being in Saskatchewan I realized how much I miss the ocean.
HeathenFarmer comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Impressive.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@HeathenFarmer
Thank you.
I used to live in Saskatchewan before coming back home to Nova Scotia. Very short garden season and limited hardiness for plants. Very hot in the summer and very very cold in the winter. It's a dry cold though. Not much difference after minus 30 degrees Celsius. It will take your skin off and you won't know until it's too late and that wind chill kills me.
I always wanted to see Alberta, but never went further west than Regina.
After being in Saskatchewan I realized how much I miss the ocean.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Or-Humanist comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Excellent!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Or-Humanist
Thank you.
I'm at home in nature, it just feels natural to me. I prefer plants over people and see with great respect how the people I'm used to aren't here.
Or-Humanist comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Excellent!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Or-Humanist
Thank you.
I'm at home in nature, it just feels natural to me. I prefer plants over people and see with great respect how the people I'm used to aren't here.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
itsmedammit comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Very nice, really like the hardscaping!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@itsmedammit
Thank you.
I have more rock art to share.
With all the rock we have, I did go in the woods and gather moss and lichen-covered rocks to place in certain spots of the gardens.
itsmedammit comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Very nice, really like the hardscaping!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@itsmedammit
Thank you.
I have more rock art to share.
With all the rock we have, I did go in the woods and gather moss and lichen-covered rocks to place in certain spots of the gardens.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Donto101 comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Beautiful great job
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Donto101
Thanks
Everyone is so kind.
It's a great haven for the heathen I am.
Donto101 comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Beautiful great job
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Donto101
Thanks
Everyone is so kind.
It's a great haven for the heathen I am.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
ronin73 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
That's some good looking work
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@ronin73
Thank you.
Fifteen years later and we still rearrange plants.
Oh, how fun it is in the garden!
I prefer surrounded by nature than a crowd any day. Something you're familiar with I see.
ronin73 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
That's some good looking work
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@ronin73
Thank you.
Fifteen years later and we still rearrange plants.
Oh, how fun it is in the garden!
I prefer surrounded by nature than a crowd any day. Something you're familiar with I see.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
AmiSue comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Just beautiful!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@AmiSue
Thank you.
These photos were taken a few years ago. I didn't take very many landscape shots this year.
AmiSue comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Just beautiful!!
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@AmiSue
Thank you.
These photos were taken a few years ago. I didn't take very many landscape shots this year.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Zoohome comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Amazing!!! So so so pretty
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Zoohome
Thank you.
Nature has a way of having its way with me.
Zoohome comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Amazing!!! So so so pretty
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Zoohome
Thank you.
Nature has a way of having its way with me.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
SkagwayKim comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Impressive! I love the stone borders.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@SkagwayKim
I like this look also. It goes with all the other rocks I couldn't move.
SkagwayKim comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Impressive! I love the stone borders.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@SkagwayKim
I like this look also. It goes with all the other rocks I couldn't move.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Cast1es comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Lovely and effective rock garden landscaping !
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Cast1es
Thank you
Nova Scotia has lots of rock. It's readily available. The rounded stones and pea gravel was sourced elsewhere.
Cast1es comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Lovely and effective rock garden landscaping !
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Cast1es
Thank you
Nova Scotia has lots of rock. It's readily available. The rounded stones and pea gravel was sourced elsewhere.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
RussRAB comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Beautiful gardens. You have been wonderfully creative.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@RussRAB
With enough trial and error, anything can look good.
The creative design for the back middle garden is my wife's. My idea was to have a row of grass between the garden and the driveway the width of a lawnmower.
RussRAB comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Beautiful gardens. You have been wonderfully creative.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@RussRAB
With enough trial and error, anything can look good.
The creative design for the back middle garden is my wife's. My idea was to have a row of grass between the garden and the driveway the width of a lawnmower.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Fernapple comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Welcome.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Fernapple
Thank you.
Fernapple comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Welcome.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Fernapple
Thank you.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
HippieChick58 comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Very nice, it looks like a true labor of love.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@HippieChick58
It's a good thing I don't mind hard labour.
HippieChick58 comments on Nov 3, 2018:
Very nice, it looks like a true labor of love.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@HippieChick58
It's a good thing I don't mind hard labour.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
Alvinsmama comments on Nov 2, 2018:
I used to own and operate my own landscaping company. You do beautiful work. I especially like the stone work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Alvinsmama
Others mention that also and thank you very much.
I can honestly say it's more rewarding doing it for myself than for others.
You should start a landscaping business? And I say, “I'm still thinking about that.”
The wall is a dry stack and rebuilt several times after falling down. A permanent solution is down the road.
Alvinsmama comments on Nov 2, 2018:
I used to own and operate my own landscaping company. You do beautiful work. I especially like the stone work.
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@Alvinsmama
Others mention that also and thank you very much.
I can honestly say it's more rewarding doing it for myself than for others.
You should start a landscaping business? And I say, “I'm still thinking about that.”
The wall is a dry stack and rebuilt several times after falling down. A permanent solution is down the road.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
potteryguy2018 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
That's a much healthier environment than before!! Great work ?
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@potteryguy2018
Yes, you're right!
Seven tandem loads of material later and I can't tell you how many hours of labour.
potteryguy2018 comments on Nov 2, 2018:
That's a much healthier environment than before!! Great work ?
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@potteryguy2018
Yes, you're right!
Seven tandem loads of material later and I can't tell you how many hours of labour.
I guess if you like gardening this is the group to be in.
MikeInBatonRouge comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Ooh...Dahlias!! ? i miss those. Too hot for them in my sub-tropical climate. Beautiful, and inspiring pics, especially for me, who just bought my house this past spring. I am working on raised flower beds (to compensate for heavy clay) for the front yard. I have a few years of layered projects...
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@MikeInBatonRouge
Wow! Good for you!
It's a journey well worth the effort, especially if you love nature and have room to grow.
Our backyard started with shade and we decided to remove several trees. The center back garden is mostly full sun now. Our front gardens get the most sun.
I'll be lifting my dahlias tomorrow so I can store them. We had over twenty, now we're down to five.
MikeInBatonRouge comments on Nov 2, 2018:
Ooh...Dahlias!! ? i miss those. Too hot for them in my sub-tropical climate. Beautiful, and inspiring pics, especially for me, who just bought my house this past spring. I am working on raised flower beds (to compensate for heavy clay) for the front yard. I have a few years of layered projects...
flower_nut replies on Nov 3, 2018:
@MikeInBatonRouge
Wow! Good for you!
It's a journey well worth the effort, especially if you love nature and have room to grow.
Our backyard started with shade and we decided to remove several trees. The center back garden is mostly full sun now. Our front gardens get the most sun.
I'll be lifting my dahlias tomorrow so I can store them. We had over twenty, now we're down to five.
Hopefully, this generates laughter, show how romantic nature is, and a different perspective.
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Well-done
flower_nut replies on Nov 2, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
I know what you mean. Those “miracles” are the critical piece of revelation, but not mine. I can't see how people trust so much in the revelation of someone else.
If you trust in God there isn't much I can say to support my position with you. I don't know how my family and friends will react to me now that I'm a godless heathen. I'm realizing there are a lot of people who really don't care about God one way or the other.
Critical thinking is my focus to my own revelations to not accept revelation unless it's a first-person revelation. I haven't had one yet but I learned how to be critical with things that don't make sense.
Thank you for your feedback.
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Well-done
flower_nut replies on Nov 2, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
I know what you mean. Those “miracles” are the critical piece of revelation, but not mine. I can't see how people trust so much in the revelation of someone else.
If you trust in God there isn't much I can say to support my position with you. I don't know how my family and friends will react to me now that I'm a godless heathen. I'm realizing there are a lot of people who really don't care about God one way or the other.
Critical thinking is my focus to my own revelations to not accept revelation unless it's a first-person revelation. I haven't had one yet but I learned how to be critical with things that don't make sense.
Thank you for your feedback.
I knew this was going to happen.
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1ROBROY2 comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Sad, sad situation. Not even funny.
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@1ROBROY2
Not legal is better for who? Hopefully, this rolls out smoothly for everybody. The government is moving forward with open arms. Logistics can be improved, the black market is in everything and the media makes a story with "Oh cannabis".
1ROBROY2 comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Sad, sad situation. Not even funny.
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@1ROBROY2
Not legal is better for who? Hopefully, this rolls out smoothly for everybody. The government is moving forward with open arms. Logistics can be improved, the black market is in everything and the media makes a story with "Oh cannabis".
I knew this was going to happen.
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1ROBROY2 comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Sad, sad situation. Not even funny.
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@1ROBROY2
Canadians want it, and the government gets a big tax grab. It's a Win, Win. Legal or not people are going to use it, why not tax it and help people who need it? The media exploits what it can to stir a pot of mess.
Just saying,
1ROBROY2 comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Sad, sad situation. Not even funny.
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@1ROBROY2
Canadians want it, and the government gets a big tax grab. It's a Win, Win. Legal or not people are going to use it, why not tax it and help people who need it? The media exploits what it can to stir a pot of mess.
Just saying,
Hopefully, this generates laughter, show how romantic nature is, and a different perspective.
TheDoubter comments on Oct 31, 2018:
congrats
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@TheDoubter
Thanks Doubter!
I've forced myself to learn over the past few years and making mistakes are the best way to learn. I hated school and English is my worst subject. I can't spell and don't read books. The best wisdom I know came from Einstein, stay curious.
TheDoubter comments on Oct 31, 2018:
congrats
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@TheDoubter
Thanks Doubter!
I've forced myself to learn over the past few years and making mistakes are the best way to learn. I hated school and English is my worst subject. I can't spell and don't read books. The best wisdom I know came from Einstein, stay curious.
Hopefully, this generates laughter, show how romantic nature is, and a different perspective.
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Well-done
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
Thanks for the comment.
Life started at 50 for me.
I've had my own revelation to a position I'm very happy with.
Must have been tough as a Christian and face your family and friends when you gave it up?
I have yet to discuss with my family members what I believe. I never could believe, but wanted an afterlife with a soul just like everybody else. The pie in the sky is a lie, it's not absolute, it makes me ask why?
It's liberating to finally reach a position I'm confident with. I also feel the humour in how ridiculous faith is and also feel the pain of misguided faith.
ElikemSamuel comments on Nov 1, 2018:
Well-done
flower_nut replies on Nov 1, 2018:
@ElikemSamuel
Thanks for the comment.
Life started at 50 for me.
I've had my own revelation to a position I'm very happy with.
Must have been tough as a Christian and face your family and friends when you gave it up?
I have yet to discuss with my family members what I believe. I never could believe, but wanted an afterlife with a soul just like everybody else. The pie in the sky is a lie, it's not absolute, it makes me ask why?
It's liberating to finally reach a position I'm confident with. I also feel the humour in how ridiculous faith is and also feel the pain of misguided faith.
This is my favourite coral bell.
sewchick57 comments on Oct 30, 2018:
I think I like the third shot the best. It's hard to pick though!! I really like the lighting in the succulent too.
flower_nut replies on Oct 31, 2018:
@sewchick57
Yes, I agree.
The iPhone takes better quality pictures than any camera I've had. My wife won it and didn't need it so I use it. It's a learning curve though. I have a small tripod that the phone clips onto and is easier to hold and take shots.
sewchick57 comments on Oct 30, 2018:
I think I like the third shot the best. It's hard to pick though!! I really like the lighting in the succulent too.
flower_nut replies on Oct 31, 2018:
@sewchick57
Yes, I agree.
The iPhone takes better quality pictures than any camera I've had. My wife won it and didn't need it so I use it. It's a learning curve though. I have a small tripod that the phone clips onto and is easier to hold and take shots.
This is my favourite coral bell.
sewchick57 comments on Oct 30, 2018:
I think I like the third shot the best. It's hard to pick though!! I really like the lighting in the succulent too.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@sewchick57
Thank you. These were taken in the spring. This is my first season to use an iPhone 7. I have a beautiful garden full of photo opportunity.
sewchick57 comments on Oct 30, 2018:
I think I like the third shot the best. It's hard to pick though!! I really like the lighting in the succulent too.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@sewchick57
Thank you. These were taken in the spring. This is my first season to use an iPhone 7. I have a beautiful garden full of photo opportunity.
A beautiful day to rake leaves, go for a walk, enjoy the sun, explore nature and practice taking ...
Genna comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I like your use of light. Specifically when you took pictures into the sun.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@ Genna
I read an article that listed a few basic guidelines. It surprised me to hear, point “directly” at the sun with your shot. I try to get out early and experiment. These photos were taken midday.
Genna comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I like your use of light. Specifically when you took pictures into the sun.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@ Genna
I read an article that listed a few basic guidelines. It surprised me to hear, point “directly” at the sun with your shot. I try to get out early and experiment. These photos were taken midday.
Our 13-year-old indoor cat Romeo. His colour somehow segregates him.
It's a joke right?
azzow2 comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I have had 2 black cats in my life The first one her name was Toni she was a very smart cat until I had gotten her I had thought that all cats hated water not that one she would try to take showers in the kitchen sink. She also did not like to be in the dark she figured out how to turn the lights on...
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@azzow2
Thank you for being so diligent. Romeo does have a small patch of white hair on his chest. Maybe we should ask the question does the superstition apply to all blacks cats or all the blacks cats?
azzow2 comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I have had 2 black cats in my life The first one her name was Toni she was a very smart cat until I had gotten her I had thought that all cats hated water not that one she would try to take showers in the kitchen sink. She also did not like to be in the dark she figured out how to turn the lights on...
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@azzow2
Thank you for being so diligent. Romeo does have a small patch of white hair on his chest. Maybe we should ask the question does the superstition apply to all blacks cats or all the blacks cats?
Our 13-year-old indoor cat Romeo. His colour somehow segregates him.
It's a joke right?
SallyInStitches comments on Oct 29, 2018:
My black cat Mercutio. He lived to be 16. He also went by "Cutie the Razor". He was a gifter if stitches to vet techs.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@SallyInStitches
Romeo is shy until you have him in your arms. The vet knows how to handle him. He never harms, only reactive scratches from being a scaredy-cat.
Mercutio looks like he has mischievous in his eyes.
SallyInStitches comments on Oct 29, 2018:
My black cat Mercutio. He lived to be 16. He also went by "Cutie the Razor". He was a gifter if stitches to vet techs.
flower_nut replies on Oct 30, 2018:
@SallyInStitches
Romeo is shy until you have him in your arms. The vet knows how to handle him. He never harms, only reactive scratches from being a scaredy-cat.
Mercutio looks like he has mischievous in his eyes.
A beautiful day to rake leaves, go for a walk, enjoy the sun, explore nature and practice taking ...
Sheannutt comments on Oct 29, 2018:
These are all lovey I really enjoyed that first one ?
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
I have two Bloodgood maples That's how much I love them. They have beautiful contrast in any landscape with evergreens and green grass.
I like sharing and enjoy feedback. Thank you.
Sheannutt comments on Oct 29, 2018:
These are all lovey I really enjoyed that first one ?
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
I have two Bloodgood maples That's how much I love them. They have beautiful contrast in any landscape with evergreens and green grass.
I like sharing and enjoy feedback. Thank you.
A beautiful day to rake leaves, go for a walk, enjoy the sun, explore nature and practice taking ...
Anniemae comments on Oct 29, 2018:
Love them all!
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Thank you! The weather won't be so enjoyable to get outside much longer. I like nature so I'll endure it when it comes and have the advantage of each day.
Anniemae comments on Oct 29, 2018:
Love them all!
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Thank you! The weather won't be so enjoyable to get outside much longer. I like nature so I'll endure it when it comes and have the advantage of each day.
Our 13-year-old indoor cat Romeo. His colour somehow segregates him.
It's a joke right?
azzow2 comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I have had 2 black cats in my life The first one her name was Toni she was a very smart cat until I had gotten her I had thought that all cats hated water not that one she would try to take showers in the kitchen sink. She also did not like to be in the dark she figured out how to turn the lights on...
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Our first cat Mandy was a stray someone gave us. I loved that cat. The first cat I could take for a walk and she would stay with you every step of the way. When dogs were around she would let me pick her up until I thought it was safe. She knew how to handle herself and was doing this to calm me down I think.
One day we let her out and she never returned. We picked up Romeo a couple weeks later and he is timid even today. He likes his tail pulled, gentle slaps on the back and his head rubbed when you can get a hold of him. He also howls and must forget we're home or doesn't want us to go to bed.
azzow2 comments on Oct 29, 2018:
I have had 2 black cats in my life The first one her name was Toni she was a very smart cat until I had gotten her I had thought that all cats hated water not that one she would try to take showers in the kitchen sink. She also did not like to be in the dark she figured out how to turn the lights on...
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Our first cat Mandy was a stray someone gave us. I loved that cat. The first cat I could take for a walk and she would stay with you every step of the way. When dogs were around she would let me pick her up until I thought it was safe. She knew how to handle herself and was doing this to calm me down I think.
One day we let her out and she never returned. We picked up Romeo a couple weeks later and he is timid even today. He likes his tail pulled, gentle slaps on the back and his head rubbed when you can get a hold of him. He also howls and must forget we're home or doesn't want us to go to bed.
A beautiful day to rake leaves, go for a walk, enjoy the sun, explore nature and practice taking ...
whispers comments on Oct 29, 2018:
Gorgeous illustration of your theme.
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Thank you! It's a Gorgeous day and a good opportunity with all the rain we've had. The pond caught my eye and isn't normally there.
I don't alter any of my photos and enjoy capturing a moment through the lens as it is. This doesn't mean I won't alter my photos in the future.
whispers comments on Oct 29, 2018:
Gorgeous illustration of your theme.
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
Thank you! It's a Gorgeous day and a good opportunity with all the rain we've had. The pond caught my eye and isn't normally there.
I don't alter any of my photos and enjoy capturing a moment through the lens as it is. This doesn't mean I won't alter my photos in the future.
These are from this morning in my front and back yard.
flower_nut comments on Oct 29, 2018:
It won't be long and all the leaves will be down. Great shots. I'm going out to take some photos of my yard and do some raking.
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
@creative51
I use mine to protect my garden. Plenty of leaves on our dead-end street.
flower_nut comments on Oct 29, 2018:
It won't be long and all the leaves will be down. Great shots. I'm going out to take some photos of my yard and do some raking.
flower_nut replies on Oct 29, 2018:
@creative51
I use mine to protect my garden. Plenty of leaves on our dead-end street.
So you're an Atheist?
JacarC comments on Oct 28, 2018:
I start with, and assume common knowledge that, one plus one is two.
Can't agree with that? There is no need for you to exist.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
@Jacar
If you can't agree with that your common sense isn't as common as you may think. Transistor logic is switching on and off circuits to compose computer language. True or false, on or off, this way or that way, click here and several micro calculations later you're there.
One plus one is two on and off plus false is true.
Thank you, I exist and it's true because one and one is two.
Sorry, but I'm having fun and I mean no disrespect, but other comments give me inspiration. I especially like this one you made. Very simple.
JacarC comments on Oct 28, 2018:
I start with, and assume common knowledge that, one plus one is two.
Can't agree with that? There is no need for you to exist.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
@Jacar
If you can't agree with that your common sense isn't as common as you may think. Transistor logic is switching on and off circuits to compose computer language. True or false, on or off, this way or that way, click here and several micro calculations later you're there.
One plus one is two on and off plus false is true.
Thank you, I exist and it's true because one and one is two.
Sorry, but I'm having fun and I mean no disrespect, but other comments give me inspiration. I especially like this one you made. Very simple.
So you're an Atheist?
Shefree comments on Oct 27, 2018:
I know that there would not be innocent people suffering if there were a loving god. That is all I need to know about that. As far as the supernatural goes. Well I have had experiences concerning loved ones who have died. They were positive experiences. I cannot prove to myself or anyone else that ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
If there were a loving God mental illness would not exist, but unfortunately, it does. I have lost loved ones in the worst way. I 'd rather not go down that road at this time. Those issues are not at all attributed to me being here a godless heathen. It has affected me but doesn't define who I am.
It's so hard to say “just don't worry” and simply say “be happy”. This will never work when mental illness is involved. I don't care what others say, medication is needed with a chemical imbalance of the brain. Medication helps to not worry and balance happiness.
It's good to hear positive experiences when loved ones leave us. The positive for me is having loved ones still alive and I'm very grateful for that. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Shefree comments on Oct 27, 2018:
I know that there would not be innocent people suffering if there were a loving god. That is all I need to know about that. As far as the supernatural goes. Well I have had experiences concerning loved ones who have died. They were positive experiences. I cannot prove to myself or anyone else that ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
If there were a loving God mental illness would not exist, but unfortunately, it does. I have lost loved ones in the worst way. I 'd rather not go down that road at this time. Those issues are not at all attributed to me being here a godless heathen. It has affected me but doesn't define who I am.
It's so hard to say “just don't worry” and simply say “be happy”. This will never work when mental illness is involved. I don't care what others say, medication is needed with a chemical imbalance of the brain. Medication helps to not worry and balance happiness.
It's good to hear positive experiences when loved ones leave us. The positive for me is having loved ones still alive and I'm very grateful for that. Thank you for sharing your experience.
So you're an Atheist?
Heraclitus comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Talk about something that is silly, random and fun! Oh well, two out of three ain't bad. :)
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Oh well is right. I can't dwell on what other people think. If I did I wouldn't comment at all. If my ideas are too far out there for others to accept at least I'm learning something and they don't have to comment. I assume all comments are in good fun if that's not the case set me straight. I can agree or not and that's the beauty of the mind.
Clearly silly and random so I assume it's not fun for you. Oh well, I'll agree, 2 out three ain't bad.
Thanks for your honesty.
Heraclitus comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Talk about something that is silly, random and fun! Oh well, two out of three ain't bad. :)
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Oh well is right. I can't dwell on what other people think. If I did I wouldn't comment at all. If my ideas are too far out there for others to accept at least I'm learning something and they don't have to comment. I assume all comments are in good fun if that's not the case set me straight. I can agree or not and that's the beauty of the mind.
Clearly silly and random so I assume it's not fun for you. Oh well, I'll agree, 2 out three ain't bad.
Thanks for your honesty.
The ginkgo lost the majority of its leaves overnight.
Cutiebeauty comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Lovely flowers
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Thank you, I have thousands of pics since the season started and excited to share with everyone. I love flowers and they have always fascinated me. I guess that's why my property is at its capacity with no more room.
Cutiebeauty comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Lovely flowers
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Thank you, I have thousands of pics since the season started and excited to share with everyone. I love flowers and they have always fascinated me. I guess that's why my property is at its capacity with no more room.
The ginkgo lost the majority of its leaves overnight.
Sheannutt comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Lovely photos I really enjoyed that third one.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Glenbank's colour fits well with the theme of our backyard. No yellow or orange only calming soft colours. Our front yard has all punch of yellow and orange.
I've been using my iPhone 7 since the last frost in spring of this year and practising ever since. I like the look of raindrops on my flowers. They needed more rain than we received. Rain and snow is cheap fertilizer and I love it, but it keeps me out of the garden. Thank you.
Sheannutt comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Lovely photos I really enjoyed that third one.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Glenbank's colour fits well with the theme of our backyard. No yellow or orange only calming soft colours. Our front yard has all punch of yellow and orange.
I've been using my iPhone 7 since the last frost in spring of this year and practising ever since. I like the look of raindrops on my flowers. They needed more rain than we received. Rain and snow is cheap fertilizer and I love it, but it keeps me out of the garden. Thank you.
The ginkgo lost the majority of its leaves overnight.
Sticks48 comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Great stuff. I realy like the fallen leaves.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Me too. It wasn't very windy so the leaves fell straight down to the base of the tree. My weekend starts today and it's too wet to be working in the garden picking up leaves or lifting dahlias.
Sticks48 comments on Oct 28, 2018:
Great stuff. I realy like the fallen leaves.
flower_nut replies on Oct 28, 2018:
Me too. It wasn't very windy so the leaves fell straight down to the base of the tree. My weekend starts today and it's too wet to be working in the garden picking up leaves or lifting dahlias.
So you're an Atheist?
JacarC comments on Oct 27, 2018:
The burden of proof rests upon those who claim nonsense.
I don't need proof that there are no gods. That is quite obvious to me..
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
@Jacar
What if I suffer from mental illness?
I get what you're saying and agree.
Let's be clear on what I believe.
Consider what's missing as unknown.
1. The universe is billions of years old.
2. God is an option to answer anything.
3. We developed somewhere in between.
4. Science is the learning curve to the method we now use and improve on as discoveries are made.
As far as articulating the anti-theist piece Religion scares the fuck out of me and creates mental illness for those who oppose it. Do you live in fear of 2 Chronicles 15:13 because it blows my mind people take that shit literally?
We can all help each other and live a peaceful life without God, the supernatural, magic and even the Bible.
I like how you put the labels in context for me. I do appreciate comments and don't mind being called out on silly posts I put up. After all, this group is silly, random and fun. It describes me pretty good.
I agree with Matt Dillahunty for the record.
JacarC comments on Oct 27, 2018:
The burden of proof rests upon those who claim nonsense.
I don't need proof that there are no gods. That is quite obvious to me..
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
@Jacar
What if I suffer from mental illness?
I get what you're saying and agree.
Let's be clear on what I believe.
Consider what's missing as unknown.
1. The universe is billions of years old.
2. God is an option to answer anything.
3. We developed somewhere in between.
4. Science is the learning curve to the method we now use and improve on as discoveries are made.
As far as articulating the anti-theist piece Religion scares the fuck out of me and creates mental illness for those who oppose it. Do you live in fear of 2 Chronicles 15:13 because it blows my mind people take that shit literally?
We can all help each other and live a peaceful life without God, the supernatural, magic and even the Bible.
I like how you put the labels in context for me. I do appreciate comments and don't mind being called out on silly posts I put up. After all, this group is silly, random and fun. It describes me pretty good.
I agree with Matt Dillahunty for the record.
So you're an Atheist?
JustKip comments on Oct 27, 2018:
"When supernatural disappears, it's proof of magic"???
Supernatural never appeared to begin with.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
You're right, and that's the truth!
I looked and wanted to believe, but nothing. The supernatural is the same as God isn't it? I think when the context turns from God to the supernatural to magic it's easier to see something I want to call the truth, but I won't.
At that point, I let go and haven't looked back.
Thank you.
JustKip comments on Oct 27, 2018:
"When supernatural disappears, it's proof of magic"???
Supernatural never appeared to begin with.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
You're right, and that's the truth!
I looked and wanted to believe, but nothing. The supernatural is the same as God isn't it? I think when the context turns from God to the supernatural to magic it's easier to see something I want to call the truth, but I won't.
At that point, I let go and haven't looked back.
Thank you.
So you're an Atheist?
powder comments on Oct 27, 2018:
As soon as you hear someone claim they know the "truth", just humour them. They don't know shit and are just regurgitating what they have been instructed.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Thanks for that!
I'm still on the journey of life learning all the time. More than I can say for regurgitating shit that I have no answer for.
When I make a mistake it's mine to own as well as my achievements.
Others claim it's because of God. I say not according to my truth.
powder comments on Oct 27, 2018:
As soon as you hear someone claim they know the "truth", just humour them. They don't know shit and are just regurgitating what they have been instructed.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Thanks for that!
I'm still on the journey of life learning all the time. More than I can say for regurgitating shit that I have no answer for.
When I make a mistake it's mine to own as well as my achievements.
Others claim it's because of God. I say not according to my truth.
So you're an Atheist?
genessa comments on Oct 27, 2018:
what truth? truth isn't a universal thing. you can't find a thing called the truth, THE truth. there are truths ABOUT stuff. it's true that i have a sore throat right now. it is not true that i can fly like a bird. but one truth, like, oh that's what the universe is all about, that's what life...
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
@genessa
I didn't realize how popular the word "truth" is on this site.
I have my truth and I can't prove it, just like everybody else.
Three weeks with a sore throat is something I'm familiar with.
Thanks for the comment and get well soon.
genessa comments on Oct 27, 2018:
what truth? truth isn't a universal thing. you can't find a thing called the truth, THE truth. there are truths ABOUT stuff. it's true that i have a sore throat right now. it is not true that i can fly like a bird. but one truth, like, oh that's what the universe is all about, that's what life...
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
@genessa
I didn't realize how popular the word "truth" is on this site.
I have my truth and I can't prove it, just like everybody else.
Three weeks with a sore throat is something I'm familiar with.
Thanks for the comment and get well soon.
So you're an Atheist?
cava comments on Oct 27, 2018:
"When the supernatural disappears.
it's proof of magic"
Maybe 'magic' means mystery, and god/supernatural can no longer serve as an adequate explanation.
I think we are born with the capacities to be logical, reasonable and moral, but these practices are learned and vary according to place....
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
I am being sarcastic when I say “proof of magic”. I went from wanting to believe in magic to prove it can't exist.
This is my truth. Only I can understand it and share it for others to discuss or be disgusted.
I wish you well and I'm not lying.
Thank you for commenting
cava comments on Oct 27, 2018:
"When the supernatural disappears.
it's proof of magic"
Maybe 'magic' means mystery, and god/supernatural can no longer serve as an adequate explanation.
I think we are born with the capacities to be logical, reasonable and moral, but these practices are learned and vary according to place....
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
I am being sarcastic when I say “proof of magic”. I went from wanting to believe in magic to prove it can't exist.
This is my truth. Only I can understand it and share it for others to discuss or be disgusted.
I wish you well and I'm not lying.
Thank you for commenting
So you're an Atheist?
TheAstroChuck comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Truth is a wishy-washy concept. I choose to not deal in that nonsense since it is of no value. I prefer evidence-based science, which is inherently beautiful and incredibly satisfying.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Well said, I wish I said it. Everybody has an idea of what is true. This really fucked me up enough to find out for myself. People lie and take advantage of vulnerabilities in other people. That's the difficulty in the supernatural.
TheAstroChuck comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Truth is a wishy-washy concept. I choose to not deal in that nonsense since it is of no value. I prefer evidence-based science, which is inherently beautiful and incredibly satisfying.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Well said, I wish I said it. Everybody has an idea of what is true. This really fucked me up enough to find out for myself. People lie and take advantage of vulnerabilities in other people. That's the difficulty in the supernatural.
So you're an Atheist?
EMC2 comments on Oct 27, 2018:
No one needs to prove nothing. It just is as is gravity. Just there is all. The rest is our minds entertaining ourself with what we want to hear.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Reaching my position at my age is liberating. I never really asked the tough questions and when I did wow! It didn't take long for me to arrive at my current position. Maybe because I stayed away from the Bible and had no knowledge of it.
Magic is a strong word to a theist. “There's no such thing as magic” - Harry Potter.
It's hard to prove magic and if you believe in magic doesn't mine prove it?
I don't want to annoy people, but I like to have fun too.
The flat earth taught me something.
EMC2 comments on Oct 27, 2018:
No one needs to prove nothing. It just is as is gravity. Just there is all. The rest is our minds entertaining ourself with what we want to hear.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Reaching my position at my age is liberating. I never really asked the tough questions and when I did wow! It didn't take long for me to arrive at my current position. Maybe because I stayed away from the Bible and had no knowledge of it.
Magic is a strong word to a theist. “There's no such thing as magic” - Harry Potter.
It's hard to prove magic and if you believe in magic doesn't mine prove it?
I don't want to annoy people, but I like to have fun too.
The flat earth taught me something.
So you're an Atheist?
MrBeelzeebubbles comments on Oct 27, 2018:
This entire post is word salad worthy of Deepak Chopra or David Blender Salesman Wolfe.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Wow! You got me there. I'm not sure what you mean. Without researching this too much thank you, I think.
Sorry, but my vocabulary is limited to several books yet to read. Putting beliefs aside I have other challenges that I'm working on.
MrBeelzeebubbles comments on Oct 27, 2018:
This entire post is word salad worthy of Deepak Chopra or David Blender Salesman Wolfe.
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
Wow! You got me there. I'm not sure what you mean. Without researching this too much thank you, I think.
Sorry, but my vocabulary is limited to several books yet to read. Putting beliefs aside I have other challenges that I'm working on.
So you're an Atheist?
Varn comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Too dumb a question to begin an answer ;-)
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
What's dumb is not coming to this site sooner. Wink! Wink!
Somewhere in the middle of nowhere and you decide to see where you are.
Varn comments on Oct 27, 2018:
Too dumb a question to begin an answer ;-)
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
What's dumb is not coming to this site sooner. Wink! Wink!
Somewhere in the middle of nowhere and you decide to see where you are.
So you're an Atheist?
JacarC comments on Oct 27, 2018:
The burden of proof rests upon those who claim nonsense.
I don't need proof that there are no gods. That is quite obvious to me..
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
It's written from me to me, to share. My supernatural soul was my last hurdle to overcome.
Is there an afterlife?
It can't be proven or disproved so why use faith?
JacarC comments on Oct 27, 2018:
The burden of proof rests upon those who claim nonsense.
I don't need proof that there are no gods. That is quite obvious to me..
flower_nut replies on Oct 27, 2018:
It's written from me to me, to share. My supernatural soul was my last hurdle to overcome.
Is there an afterlife?
It can't be proven or disproved so why use faith?
These were taken a few minutes ago.
Sheannutt comments on Oct 26, 2018:
Wow these are really nice I especially love the third one. ?
flower_nut replies on Oct 26, 2018:
Sorry, I can't name that one. This was bought with 3 other types of sedum in the same pot. Angelina's growth habit is vigorous while the unknown is much slower. I like the look of the unknown better, but Angelina wins overall in my garden.
Sheannutt comments on Oct 26, 2018:
Wow these are really nice I especially love the third one. ?
flower_nut replies on Oct 26, 2018:
Sorry, I can't name that one. This was bought with 3 other types of sedum in the same pot. Angelina's growth habit is vigorous while the unknown is much slower. I like the look of the unknown better, but Angelina wins overall in my garden.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
Radon comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I've had this problem before, and there are a couple ways I've dealt with it. My favorite way to describe how we derive our morality is to bring up our evolutionary tribe mentality. Aron Ra speaks about this pretty well in one of his talks. If you wanted to refute the point of God gives us morality,...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
It's frustrating when someone gives you the impression you can't love. This hurts and gives me the creeps. The Bible tells us to love God first and everybody else second. Is there any self-love for me? I was quiet all my life and now I'm learning to deal with it in my own way. Thank you.
Radon comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I've had this problem before, and there are a couple ways I've dealt with it. My favorite way to describe how we derive our morality is to bring up our evolutionary tribe mentality. Aron Ra speaks about this pretty well in one of his talks. If you wanted to refute the point of God gives us morality,...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
It's frustrating when someone gives you the impression you can't love. This hurts and gives me the creeps. The Bible tells us to love God first and everybody else second. Is there any self-love for me? I was quiet all my life and now I'm learning to deal with it in my own way. Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
KissedbySun comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I don't defend my morality. Theists often ascribe my ethical behavior to their god whether or not I believe in it, so it makes no difference to them what I say. They won't be swayed, and my behavior speaks for itself.
Also it very rarely comes up. Like maybe once a decade. If they are asking me ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Very good advice. I didn't wake up one day and wonder about God, I simply woke up. Logic and reason take over and now I'm here. I don't look for arguments, but they often knock on my door.
KissedbySun comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I don't defend my morality. Theists often ascribe my ethical behavior to their god whether or not I believe in it, so it makes no difference to them what I say. They won't be swayed, and my behavior speaks for itself.
Also it very rarely comes up. Like maybe once a decade. If they are asking me ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Very good advice. I didn't wake up one day and wonder about God, I simply woke up. Logic and reason take over and now I'm here. I don't look for arguments, but they often knock on my door.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
genessa comments on Oct 25, 2018:
i have had people attack me on this issue. i refuse to bite my tongue. i feel no pressure at all. if i am a good person, and i hope i am, it is because i believe in being a good person. fictional characters from ancient texts have nothing to do with it.
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flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I'm still new at this and gaining courage. I hope to get to the point you're at eventually. Thank you.
genessa comments on Oct 25, 2018:
i have had people attack me on this issue. i refuse to bite my tongue. i feel no pressure at all. if i am a good person, and i hope i am, it is because i believe in being a good person. fictional characters from ancient texts have nothing to do with it.
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flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I'm still new at this and gaining courage. I hope to get to the point you're at eventually. Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
JoeChick comments on Oct 25, 2018:
If you are looking for a good explanation of the development of secular morality I would recommend reading The Moral Landscape by Sam Harris. Or watching Matt Dillahunty on YouTube. He has given a good dissertation on secular morality.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Matt Dillahunty is my first hero. After watching a few episodes on YouTube I'm convinced Matt has the most sensible position. I'm finding others just like Matt on this site and it's comforting. Thank you.
JoeChick comments on Oct 25, 2018:
If you are looking for a good explanation of the development of secular morality I would recommend reading The Moral Landscape by Sam Harris. Or watching Matt Dillahunty on YouTube. He has given a good dissertation on secular morality.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Matt Dillahunty is my first hero. After watching a few episodes on YouTube I'm convinced Matt has the most sensible position. I'm finding others just like Matt on this site and it's comforting. Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
fearlas comments on Oct 25, 2018:
My first thought is to question what a "soul" is, then if you can get past that point, then the meaning of morality. Empathy, logic and reason are a good starting point to explain secular morality. Religion does not have the "high ground" on morality, they just think they do. Sam Harris does some ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
The last step for me is defining my soul. I attribute a “God-loving soul” to the supernatural and not a person's character. I do have a soul it just doesn't include the supernatural. I've seen a bit of Sam Harris and will continue. Thank you.
fearlas comments on Oct 25, 2018:
My first thought is to question what a "soul" is, then if you can get past that point, then the meaning of morality. Empathy, logic and reason are a good starting point to explain secular morality. Religion does not have the "high ground" on morality, they just think they do. Sam Harris does some ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
The last step for me is defining my soul. I attribute a “God-loving soul” to the supernatural and not a person's character. I do have a soul it just doesn't include the supernatural. I've seen a bit of Sam Harris and will continue. Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
Myah comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Does God count as moral? My moral standards were always higher than Gods even when I was religious. I thought the Bible was full of horrible stories.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I was more like a coward when it came to God and simply ignored it. Didn't read the bible, but I tried. While defending my position I'm up against others who try to save me or condemn me. According to the bible, I think God is immoral and it's easy for me to understand this, but difficult to convey. People don't understand morality is built in, aren't we proof?
Thank you.
Myah comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Does God count as moral? My moral standards were always higher than Gods even when I was religious. I thought the Bible was full of horrible stories.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I was more like a coward when it came to God and simply ignored it. Didn't read the bible, but I tried. While defending my position I'm up against others who try to save me or condemn me. According to the bible, I think God is immoral and it's easy for me to understand this, but difficult to convey. People don't understand morality is built in, aren't we proof?
Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
JimG comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Ask them one question: If you knew a man was molesting a child, would you do something about it?
When they say yes; tell them, "Congratulations, you are more moral than the god you worship."
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
So simple and yet confusing for believers to understand. I like it, Thank you.
JimG comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Ask them one question: If you knew a man was molesting a child, would you do something about it?
When they say yes; tell them, "Congratulations, you are more moral than the god you worship."
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
So simple and yet confusing for believers to understand. I like it, Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
EMC2 comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Since when does god come into this equation. No one needs god for morality, I have a deep personal soul and that is to love nature and humanity. I did this without the big idiot in the sky who apparently can be quite vicious. No, I like my morality over gods and we should all try to teach this ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I went down that road and my ego came into question from others. I guess in your context I do have a soul. It's my unique individuality of who I am. Thank you.
EMC2 comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Since when does god come into this equation. No one needs god for morality, I have a deep personal soul and that is to love nature and humanity. I did this without the big idiot in the sky who apparently can be quite vicious. No, I like my morality over gods and we should all try to teach this ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I went down that road and my ego came into question from others. I guess in your context I do have a soul. It's my unique individuality of who I am. Thank you.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
Remi comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I've always said if you need someone to tell you that murdering and rape and stealing is wrong, maybe you have some issues.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I never thought about that concept until a Christian mentioned it. It stuns me that people use God as the reason to not hurt someone.
Remi comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I've always said if you need someone to tell you that murdering and rape and stealing is wrong, maybe you have some issues.
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
I never thought about that concept until a Christian mentioned it. It stuns me that people use God as the reason to not hurt someone.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
Benthoven comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I used to try to use the more 'educated' knowledge that 'morality' is built in, and then gets upgraded as we become more aware of our humanness. But that doesn't work because it involves actual cognizance, and they're not into that.
So now I just say, The most moral thing I can do as a human ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
That's very interesting. I'm new and eager to understand how powerful faith can be. “Is faith a reliable path to truth?” from the Atheist Experience, Matt Dillahunty. This phrase changed my life. Simple words for my simple mind. Maybe they can help others, if not, your approach is the next phase.
Benthoven comments on Oct 25, 2018:
I used to try to use the more 'educated' knowledge that 'morality' is built in, and then gets upgraded as we become more aware of our humanness. But that doesn't work because it involves actual cognizance, and they're not into that.
So now I just say, The most moral thing I can do as a human ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
That's very interesting. I'm new and eager to understand how powerful faith can be. “Is faith a reliable path to truth?” from the Atheist Experience, Matt Dillahunty. This phrase changed my life. Simple words for my simple mind. Maybe they can help others, if not, your approach is the next phase.
Does anyone else feel pressure on this point?
Benthoven comments on Oct 25, 2018:
A few years ago I wrote a "Rebuttal to Pilgrim's Progress," and one of the characters explains why religious people (in this case citizens of the City of Dogma) hate humanity:
"In the City of Dogma, being human is a crime. To that end, you are expected to abandon your humanity to their God, thus ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Thank you for that. Being responsible for my own actions is very important. Hard to consider myself as a traitor when it feels so right. I love your words and cannot thank you enough.
Benthoven comments on Oct 25, 2018:
A few years ago I wrote a "Rebuttal to Pilgrim's Progress," and one of the characters explains why religious people (in this case citizens of the City of Dogma) hate humanity:
"In the City of Dogma, being human is a crime. To that end, you are expected to abandon your humanity to their God, thus ...
flower_nut replies on Oct 25, 2018:
Thank you for that. Being responsible for my own actions is very important. Hard to consider myself as a traitor when it feels so right. I love your words and cannot thank you enough.
Question.
glennlab comments on Oct 23, 2018:
My understanding is that when you look at he persons profile window blurb, that is a hover (your mouse hovered over their pic and the bio blub came up) a visit is when they actually go to your profile page.
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
@glennlab
That's understandable. Thank you.
glennlab comments on Oct 23, 2018:
My understanding is that when you look at he persons profile window blurb, that is a hover (your mouse hovered over their pic and the bio blub came up) a visit is when they actually go to your profile page.
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
@glennlab
That's understandable. Thank you.
I see mystery in historical buildings, especially around Halloween.
Carin comments on Oct 24, 2018:
Very nice! I especially love the windows over the door. Buildings like that require a lot of maintenance.
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Vinyl siding with wood shingles around the top. In the right side of the photo is a “man-lift” used for maintenance of some kind. You're right with the amount of maintenance required to make it look this good.
Carin comments on Oct 24, 2018:
Very nice! I especially love the windows over the door. Buildings like that require a lot of maintenance.
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Vinyl siding with wood shingles around the top. In the right side of the photo is a “man-lift” used for maintenance of some kind. You're right with the amount of maintenance required to make it look this good.
I see mystery in historical buildings, especially around Halloween.
Jnei comments on Oct 24, 2018:
Lots of mystery here, too! Medieval tower, circa 12th Century
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Yup, that's a winner. Great work of art. Thank you for sharing.
Jnei comments on Oct 24, 2018:
Lots of mystery here, too! Medieval tower, circa 12th Century
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Yup, that's a winner. Great work of art. Thank you for sharing.
I see mystery in historical buildings, especially around Halloween.
Hebert54 comments on Oct 24, 2018:
150 years old ? I,ve got underpants older !
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Speaking of underpants the wool ones bother me.
Hebert54 comments on Oct 24, 2018:
150 years old ? I,ve got underpants older !
flower_nut replies on Oct 24, 2018:
Speaking of underpants the wool ones bother me.
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