Edward Abbey [en.wikipedia.org]

t1nick comments on Feb 10, 2019:

Met him in 1976 at U of A, Tucson

Veterans are dying by suicide in VA hospital parking lots, exposing deadly gap in mental health care

t1nick comments on Feb 10, 2019:

Well spoken Ronin. I have small differences in how I see things you spoke, (small). Well spoken.

This was such an interesting read I had to share it: ...

t1nick comments on Feb 10, 2019:

A lot of people point to the science fiction genre as a precursor to future events and technologies. Much of what is described in science fiction stories becomes a science fact at some point after wtitten. Science fiction, cinema and written has attempted to tackle the problem outlined in the article. Some very dark and bleak, some more uplifting and optimimisric. The truth most likely exists somewhere in-between of coarse. Here's the question that occurs to me. It seems that humans seek validation for there existent through work (exceptions exist of course). Is this a necessity for the species? That is to say, an innate need for an avenue for the species to direct their ability for abstract manipulation (intellectual or tactile). Or is the need to work simply cultural. A shared learned value that serves to provide basic subsistance for survival or a mechanism for filling time. So flash forward, a world where the majority of work is accomplished by robots. What happens to the human need for validating their existance? Where do they put that energy, that need (cultural or innate)? I suggest we look to the science fiction writers and cinema for potential answers. Some lucky (tongue in cheek) author or screen writer goingvbe anmble to look back and say, "Told you". Lol

A buffet! Eat up boys! Which one is the appetizer, which is the meal?

t1nick comments on Feb 10, 2019:

Time to turn them over, I like mine evenly browned on both sides.

How you like me now?

t1nick comments on Feb 10, 2019:

Sweet as a cherry blossom

The popular DNA ancestry kits/results aren't supported by the science.

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Science is sound, but methodology is unregulated. Poor application and quality control.

A friend of mine recently mentioned this story to me, to which I did not hear about prior- ...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

The idea of seeking acknowledgement thatdog whistles are found in all segments of our society. Whether the white horse at USC is a dog whistle for white supremacy is debatable. But it is symptomatic of how symbols get used as dog whistles to send messages about who's dominant and who's in control, how challenging this status could be dangerous. Whether there was any messaging associated with Traveller and USC would take looking at it in a bigger context, taking in opionions beyond the dominant culture. You may ultimately be right, but the verdict is out.

Now you see me, now you don't! Double take.... Chocolate... You like coco?

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

I'll take a double espresso, and make it hot

A friend of mine recently mentioned this story to me, to which I did not hear about prior- ...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Seeking accountability and equinimity is not racist. Some just don't like being called on their shit and being demanded to be accountable.

Worst acting in the history of acting.

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

An arrogant prick. Watched the questioning. Arrogance catches up eventually

On the main site I asked a hypothetical question with the intention of sharing the results with this...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Prepare for bleak.....ooooohhhhh

I am level one and hopefully will stay on it.

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

A troll or a contrarian. Lol. Go figure.

I don't understand how people use science to disprove freewill.

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

You pose an interesting question. A lot of it comes about in how you seek to define what you call, freewill." I am a scientist and a once avid interactive game player ( D&D back when it was truly interactive and real). Games like D&D are based in game theory. Game theory usually posits that there is a limited number of choices (known and unknown) at anytime. If this is true, then there is no such thing as freewill. Just likelihoods and probabilities. That anytime a person is faced with a choice, they are in fact choosing from a set of probable answers (again, known and unknown). They are intuitively selecting from a set of probabilities. Therefore you say, they have the freewill to choose one of the proable outcomes (choices). I posit that they do not have a choice, the choice has them. The obviousness of the choice makes it difficult to select other than the choice with the greatest probability. Exceptions do occur.

Anyone got a problem with this statement / definition? It seems spot on to me...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

There exists more than one paradigm from which capitalism can be run. One fits an evolutionary biological model. In this one, businesses and corporations seek to optimize their profits to support both themselves and their employees. This is a far reaching and a far visionary model. It seeks to protect itself and the larger system "ad infinitum:. I. E. Do what is the best for all to perpetuate the system, the profits and the viability of the system forever. Yes, evolutionary theory talks about the "survival of the fittest". But don't try to use that to argue for capitalism. To do this just means that you have absolutely no understanding as to how the evolutionary system works. Evolution is about greatest fitness for the system for which it is adapted. Our present paradigm for capitalism in this country is what may be called "predatory" capitalism or"parastic" capitalism. It seeks to consume its host from the inside out. It is about getting in, doing the most target damage, and taking short term profits. It is very short term directed and actually works to destroy the system it is operating within. It is dysfunctional based upon self-consuming. Swallow the market so a market no longer exists and it becomes inviable and disappears. So if people begin to defend our present version of capitalism, they are essentially saying that we should invite a parasitic organism into our system so we can be destroyed from the inside out. They are not friends of the USA.

Trumpery - Found this elsewhere ... spot on!

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

And I believe this word was around long before the Donald ever came into the soptlight. Amazing synchronicity with word and petson.

Jessica biel lindsay lohan natalie portman Massive Attack: MOS DEF:' [youtube.com]

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Nice visuals. Fits the music, but not the best rap lyrics Ive ever heard

Hi All.

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Glad its finally winding down for you.

Anyone got a problem with this statement / definition? It seems spot on to me...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Way to go CB. Problem is the people that need to see can't read words that large. Let alone understand them.

I'm doing housework today... But I feel a draft...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

And you thought I did by accident?

Honolulu...

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Nice one.

You may think you look good but can you do this?

t1nick comments on Feb 9, 2019:

Thats one beautiful balancing act.

Planning to stream some Albert Finney movies this weekend. Suggestions?

t1nick comments on Feb 8, 2019:

The Green Man

?Anyone do yoga here? Here's downward facing doggie style... You wanna try it out?

t1nick comments on Feb 8, 2019:

The twin spheres rose in the east as the day dawned anew.

I got it right away... :-)

t1nick comments on Feb 8, 2019:

King of the Road

Only 17,145 more points (ffs) to level 8...seems endless. How on earth do people rack up points?

t1nick comments on Feb 8, 2019:

You're only 200 points ahead of me. Lol

Howdy partner...

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Woo hoo. Gitty up.

I'm not saying it was aliens because it probably wasn't.

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

I never liked the history channel. An example of dumbing down of history.

You think I need new shorts?

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Yeah, the shorts have grown too long. Lol

Right wing demagogues who are trying to promote an oligarchic society in our country are decrying ...

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

I agree. My doctorate cost me $200,000 and I'll be paying it off forever. Its a choice I made. But young people embarking on a new career will look at those costs and decide against pursuing a professional career. We may, down the line, loose some of our most valuable minds because of this. Republicans have vociferously declared an abhorrence of advanced education. They would prefer other countries dictate our future by removing us intellectually from the rest of the world.

I saw this photo of the Goreme Fairy Chimneys in Turkey and thought that it might be useful in a ...

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Lol

Elizabeth Warren's Native American problem just got even worse - CNNPolitics

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

She should withdraw before she ends up wasting all her money. I think she would make a good candidate, but between Trumps haranguing and her DNA. debacle, she wouldn't be able to garner enough votes to make difference.

I've been anti-Valentine's day for about 10 years now.

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Im bringing her back home from Africa on or around Valintines Day.

I have to disagree with those people on this site who (in the Profile Questions) say that they are ...

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Martyr. Lol

I have not been here for a while. Thought I'd stop by and say hi. Hope all is well!?

t1nick comments on Feb 7, 2019:

Welcome

Is it me?

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Laura Bates: How Can We End Everyday Sexism February 1, 20199:24 AM ET Heard on TED Radio Hour

What did you guys think of the dummys state of his delusions address?

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Disappointed. He started out sounding concilatory, rnded up being hateful and irrational.

For all of you Ted Cruz fans out there. 😏

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Lol, there are similarities.

Totally stole this.

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

I no longer feel blue, woo hoo

I had my first argument with Frankie today.

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Lol. Get used to it. Its a nice argument to embrioled in. Consider yourself lucky.

Got Milk???????

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Look my right side is higher than my left side? Imagine that?

Belly button... Do you have an innie an outie?

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Innie. Lol

Is it me?

t1nick comments on Feb 6, 2019:

Jonds, I haven't had an opportunity to take in your link. so my comments are based upon our previous conversation where I listed in-depth examples of white male privilege. This new movement is about making men accountable for their actions in a manner that men are used not too. It is s not discrimination agsinst them. Its accountability, nothing more. If male children are experiencing difficulties with the new expectations. blame it on thier parents for not explaining to them how previous behavior was hurtful and inappropriate. The irriitability and anxiety comes from mixed messaging and a failure of parents to give up thier behaviors and actions.

my cat golde just died.

t1nick comments on Feb 5, 2019:

Sorry, I love my animals as well. Condolences.

I don't know if the images are photoshopped or not, but she appears to have perfect skin.

t1nick comments on Feb 5, 2019:

A gorgeous woman.

Beat these captions: "Mondrian, behind-the-scenes.

t1nick comments on Feb 5, 2019:

Miro, Miro on the wall.

Drove this beauty off the lot yesterday - all mine now! Next up - outfitting her for life on the ...

t1nick comments on Feb 5, 2019:

Your on your way. Good luck.

? Your breakfast is on the countertop... Eat up!

t1nick comments on Feb 5, 2019:

Move your hand so I can reach that garnish there.

Git yer motor purring!

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

Now thats what I call a vintage ride.

Here's a small tribute to my forever celebrity crush, Michelle Pfeiffer.

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

I'll second that.

What do I need to do so I'm a high enough level to participate on this website?

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

One way to get some info is go to the three bars on the upper left of the screen (on moblile phones at least). Click on HOME In the upper roght corner is a button: learn - click Click on FAQ Look for question about levels; When this page comes up, you can click on your level or any other to see opportunities at that level. Hope this helps.

Her shirt says it all...

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

You read me right. What do you plan to do about it?

Thin for my taste, but beautiful composition of the shot.

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

Maybe too young as well.

panties...

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

Umm, do I get my choice of colors.

I’ve been shot in combat.

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

I agree. I can just envision some well intentioned John Wanye type decide he's going to solve the problem single-handed. He exits the classroom with his side arm, turns the corner, sees a body down the hall. It turns out to be retreating student, a first responder, or another teacher. In his panic they shoot the this person. Or they turn the corner, is spotted by a first responder, ordered to put down his weapon, but in his panic is too slow and he becomes the victim. Or while storing his sidearm in his breifcase, and in a hurry to get ready for class, he forgets to lock the sidearm away properly. Chances are he's mentioned in class, so students know he has one. He comes back later when he suddenly remembers he need to secure and its gone. Lifted by a student. Now I admit that these are hypotheticals and probably exceptions. But they are scenarios not beyond the realm of believability, no matter how unlikely. If even a small chance for this to happen exists, it too much. There are way too many gung ho idiots (even in the teaching ranks) to make the chances acceptable. As A high school teacher I disapprove of side arms in the classroom.

[washingtonpost.com] 2019 National Democracy dies in darkness?

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

I saw that last night. I managed to find a link to the Super Bowl. Saw this commercial during 2nd half.

Same shit, different shit head!

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

Sounds like a familiar rant.

Come on now! If you don't like this pic or comment, I don't know what you people want !

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

I do not know about anybody else. but this is a nice perspective.

[youtu.

t1nick comments on Feb 4, 2019:

afternoon CB

White House denies President Trump's tan is fake, says coloring is just 'good genes' - NY Daily News

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Since when is kool-aid orange good genetics?

Remember this sexy scandal?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Never actually caught it, only heard about it until now.

Video of man erecting 20-ton block from horizontal to perfectly vertical by himself.

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Humans don't need aliens to explain monumental architectute anymore. Lol

if you're lonely

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Lol

What a sweet cover.[youtu.be]

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

He got his comeuppance.

I want to cry so hard! What do you say?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Agreed

For all, who enjoy dark sense of humour and danse macabre motif in art?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Your art reminds me of Mexican magical realism in movies: Magical realism, magic realism, or marvelous realism is a style of fiction that paints a realistic view of the modern world while also adding magical elements. It is sometimes called fabulism, in reference to the conventions of fables, myths, and allegory.

For all, who enjoy dark sense of humour and danse macabre motif in art?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Lol. Fun

[nbcnews.

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

A moron.

This is massively illegal, isn't it? [nymag.com]

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Sounds like a form of Christian madras if you ask me. Inculcation, indoctrination, and mind control at an early age

Monopoly tRump style: [agnostic.com]

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

When do we get to give him the. "Go directly to jail card"? Lol

this longhouse was discovered on Manor Hill Drive in Onondaga Hill.

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

The First Nstion is alive, is struggling, but as usual under attack by white deniers. We have radio carbon dates associated with human activity in the SW thats date back 10,000 years.

American Football explained..

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Lol

Sunday morning, and I'm in my happy place.

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Verdad. Lol

The Mango Pendejo... obviously he thinks we're all idiots. [thehill.com]

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

I like that. I know Spanish. Mango pendejo, hahahaha

I’m not watching

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Sounds good to me. Besides a speech limited to a maximum of two syllable words is so disappointing, bigly.

Donald Jr. Says GOP Would Never Get Away With A Northam Scandal; Twitter Lets Him Have It | HuffPost

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

The apple doesn't fall too far from the tree.

Americans make up 5% of the world population. But we consume 80% of its opioid supply.

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Now that's a statement on our culture if I ever heard one. Lol

How times change!

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

I totally agree with that. I would prefer news that just gave me the important facts and editorialize. That and cover world events in greater depth. Supplement my news with NPR & BBC. Consume about 4 to 6 hrs of news daily (all radio or online, no tv). It helps temper the bias as you listen to whats said and not swayed by visuals. Can see visuals online if an interesting story happens.

Got this tats 3 weeks ago,my second tats actually,my first one is in my thigh its a "chinese tribal ...

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Rewards to myself for acquiring my brown(tiger) and black (dragon) belts in karate.

A new species of spider is discovered in Spain and named Loureedia colleni. Why was it named that?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

I rememder Lou Reed and the Velvet Underground

Was this some sort of candle holder, gambling dice, astronomical device or maybe just an ancient ...

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

It seems that regardless of intended function, it seems to be prized item. Its distribution through Eurasia makes it seem like it was a desired trade item?

Enjoy this photo and this amazing accomplishment of the ancients, my friends! The ...

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Cool, nice perspective.

[youtu.be] Good morning all! It's Superbowl Sunday! 6 pm on CBS.... Who's going watch?

t1nick comments on Feb 3, 2019:

Morning CB. Do not own a tv, so you'll have to let me know the outcome. Lol

Transparent solar panels [arch2o.com]

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

This is truly exciting., if they can get the efficiency up to the projected 5%.

Long Snake Game [youtu.be]

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Is the background music Laurie Anderson by any chance?

I saw this post in the list: I have always said that all Muslims are dangerous if they are given ...

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

I replied as did you. I'm surprised I haven't been blocked as well. I've been a constant pain in their arse. Their myopathy truly amazes me. They rely on isolated anecdotes and insults to defend their positions. A bigger group of whiners and deniers I'm yet to encounter.

Donald Trump Rejects Intelligence Briefing Facts | Time

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

What, Trump rejects his intelligence. For once we all agree with Trump, we all reject his intelligence as nonexistent.

I use Pandora’s free account.

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

I use free Accuradio. I hope they are not a Trump backer.

I have always said that all Muslims are dangerous if they are given the opportunity,something close ...

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Whose the close minded ones here. Not us libtards that for sure.

Do you feel depressed because there is no afterlife?

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

No

I'm sick of everyone saying that Trump is clueless and ignorant, I'm sure he has treasons for ...

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

You are more forgiving than I am. His motives are narcissistic and greed in my opinion.

It is all about perspective.

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

The typical mercator map projection does not adequately portray the true size of Africa.

7-Year-Old Boy Killed While Being Punished For Failing To Memorize Bible Verses | Michael Stone

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Death penalty

What do you do when a believer gets offended by your question?

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Turn and walk away, or laugh.

❛When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

People just do not seem to understand the interconnectness of all things. You reference the "butterfly effect" and detractors take it too literally. Even physics makes frequent references to the intercinnectness of systems. Is it that the detractors just don't want to accountable?

I have no facebook, twitter nor any other social media account.

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Welcome, and welcome to the club. This my only social media connection. Abandoned FB nearly a year ago.

We recently have been doing work in my yard and have found this petrified wood as you can see some ...

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

As you probably are aware Arrow living in NM as we do, its not uncommon to find petrified wood all over New Mexico and Arizona. As the Mesozoic seas retreated on either side of the Rocky Mountain complex, large swaths of shallow marshes persisted as the inland ocean retreated.

[agnostic.com] I'm feeling hot....

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

That could be dangerous if she got carried away during sex. Lol

Trump wants to create "state run news media"

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Thats scary.

At what age did you learn about evolution?

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Not really. But I've been teaching it in my high school science classes for the last 30 years. My students come to me having heard of evolution, may not understand it or know its nuances. But definitely know it exists. Would quit my job before I ever taught or gave credence to creation scientism.

Co-worker: "I just don't think white people and black people should marry each other.

t1nick comments on Feb 2, 2019:

Right......not racist, hmmmmm? I find the attitude abhorrent.