What's a small thing someone has said to you that made you feel good?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Yes, no, I can't either.

I am really enjoying this fellas music.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

O my gosh! A redbearded redneck hillbilly! Gotta love the lyrics.

What did you look like 8 years ago?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Life's been hard.

I've been a band mom for 6 years and with 2 kids have gone to a LOT of concerts and I will never ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

They're texting or busy surfing, or maybe being social on Agnostic?

Companies Where Liberals And Progressives Should And Shouldn’t Spend Their Money

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Only one to avoid: Awful Waffle House (it seems so local!) I just try not to buy anything. That seems to work pretty well.

"Jerry Garcia", Acrylic on Canvas, 30" X 40", $700

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Is this looking up?

The rhododendron below the Arbor vitae cerebelli ( Lebensbaum) is very happy this season.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Coffee is good!

Where are you going on vacation?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

I was going to ride with you guys.

I need to frame this and hang on my wall.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

That is nice! Just in case no one knows.

This must be one of those days that it looks like nothing is happening then all of a sudden there ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

You must be a very popular lady.

How to get offended : ? [youtu.be]

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

There are truths to what he says, but I don't like him very much.

Has anybody ever grown any of these?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

None of these varieties, but many. They're all easy to grow around here. I would believe it'd be possible in Oregon as well. Are you into dark? Goth perhaps?

Ever been recorded at Walmart?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

I'm sure I have. Don't go there very often though. Way to screw with them!

Watch "Introduction to Gyroplanes (Gyrocopters) by Dan Donley" on YouTube [youtu.be]

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Really cool. I'm almost biting.

What Time do you get up in the morning?

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

It depends, usually between 6 and 7. If I sleep past 8:00, I feel like I have wasted the better part of the day. I've also been known to stay up all day, night and day, but that's a killer.

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AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Love Cheryl Crow. I'm not a drinker, but have been drunk a couple of times (I am a thinker).

Sanders gets emotional at child's school shooting question - CNNPolitics

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

I was all excited, I thought it was about Bernie.

I just helped this lovely lady across the road.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

The kids took this pic the other day. I asked them to not bother it. They're learning. This turtle was spotted under the blackberry bushes, so safe from traffic.

I forget about this every year until I turn on the fan.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

My grandmother had an old fan (even back then), all metal and boy could that babe sing!

Casual relationship

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Uncasual

I have just joined this group.

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Looks like you have a lot to work with. You have already graduated to bodies of water. You're way ahead of my curve.

Promethea moths (Callosamia promethea) are a day flying silk moth that create very distinctive ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 31, 2018:

Pipevine (center) and Passionflower growing up meshed pink dogwood tree.

Does this Group cover mainly temperate zones?

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

Just show us what you've got. I already know what's in my garden.

Makes you think

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

I like chess. It's so ... realistic.

Here's where your donated clothing really ends up

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

When I give clothes away, it's because they're the wrong size or possibly style. I'll find someone that can use it. Mom likes to take her stuff to the Neighborhood house or church. Who knows where they end up? Stuff: yardsales

Some people

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

Are there really people like this? That's quite an effort.

This is a great house plant to have.

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

Mother-in-laws' tongue

Has the 'elastic waist band' affected your life?

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

Yes, it's kept my pants up.

This is jewel weed.

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

I didn't know that. I've never lived in any wet/damp places though.

Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Man and Woman with Bouquet (Homme et femme au bouquet) ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

I've been watching a special on National Geographic about Picasso. Not great, but OK. I like Picasso's work a lot. Continually exploring himself.

[youtu.be] Jetman

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

This is really cool! @BucketlistBob

Promethea moths (Callosamia promethea) are a day flying silk moth that create very distinctive ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

I did a quick wiki lookup. The males are day moths and the females are night moths. They only have a few hours to mate. First come first serve boys. The male moth has been observed to 'smell' the pheromone release up to 23 miles, which is a several day fly time. The pretty one's the girl! The males resemble a poisonous pipevine moth? FYIs!

[rumble.com] you should check out the turtle's story

AstralSmoke comments on May 30, 2018:

He must have been hand-raised. That size of turtle can easily take your finger. He's very submissive. Wonder how he interacts with strangers?

A Tailor Bird [youtube.com]

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

So, why is it called a Tailor Bird? ;-)

photograph by skado “sidewalk”

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

It looks even better enlarged and on a black background. A lot of depth and movement and my mind can quickly form images!

Whats your kitchen look like in the morning...ugh!

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

The same as it did when I went to bed.

French rail workers demonstrate after voting against Macron’s privatization.

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

I believe it's true in general, politicians never have and never will be concerned about what the common man has to endure. If they can get people to do the same task for less money, why not? Divide and conquer is a tried and tested approach when in power.

I'm such a weenie as I get older.

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

Only babies won't hike back 7 miles in the drenching rain!

You got some hotty gnomes in your house?

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

They don't look like gnomes that my gnomes would want to hang out with.

I would so much love to plant milkweed, been wanting to for a while.

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

I would dig the blackberries out of ~3' diameter holes, scattered wherever. Sow the milkweed seed in the fall. Cover loosely with straw. Don't mow these circles in the spring, but mow the rest of the blackberries (if you choose). The blackberries will spread into these circles but not before the milkweed has a chance to grow and seed. Blackberry roots are pretty deep and milkweed roots are not so deep, so they should work fine together. You will even have some blackberries around the 4th of July. You can also prune blackberries to around 4' to keep them a bit more manageable.

Hike today. Barlow Point in the great state of Washington

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

That looks like a great time!

Just got back from a weekend away at a music festival, anyone else like going to music festivals?

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

Yes, mostly folk festivals where you camp for 2 - 3 nights. Love 'em and look forward to them. Burning Man, which isn't a festival, is high on my bucket list.

Finally! Now it is America’s turn.

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

Baby steps, but the world's still moving, just very, very slowly.

Florida’s campaign swamp is wider and deeper than Publix | Editorial - Sun Sentinel

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

That was really inspiring. Thanks!

Everyone Is Missing A Key Reason The U.S. Birth Rate Is Declining | HuffPost

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

Makes you want to move, doesn't it?

The next generation of A. dubernardi, in the works!

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

They are beautiful. I understand why you like to raise them.

A zebra long wing caterpillar and several of the ZLW butterflies.

AstralSmoke comments on May 29, 2018:

Is the Passionflower a photo from this years? Mine haven't begun to bloom yet is why I'm asking.

A little later

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Fantastic rich colors. Is this before or later? I thought it was a sunset.

Boy and his dog

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I've seen this before and I still think he's going to hit the dog by accident.

Another one near the reservation

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Do you hunt for fossils as well?

I was torn about stopping and trying to get a shot of the Vermillion Cliffs at sunset but couldnt ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I love this photo. Nice to see in your profile, but not likable. Here, I can like it a lot.

For all you non linear people

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Sculptors must have missed the cutoff.

I'm a thinkin' seriously about a weekend trip to Asheville in June on my birthday.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Looks familiar.

If you live anywhere near New Jersey, plan an outing to Grounds for Sculpture located in Hamilton.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Are you kin to Matisse?

Finally able to post this. In case you can't read it, it says crimes against art

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Or, art crimes against nature?

Stepping outside the box with someone can be liberating, fun and exciting.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Integrity and loyalty! Not asking for too much.

HOLY FUCK THIS JUST HAPPENED TO ME (NO LIE): OMFG.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Drama. You look for the funny parts. I bet they wrote that down in their report. ... she finally came out of the house ... with no makeup on and stubbles on her legs!

It doesn't look like much, but this is one of my favorite moths of all, because of the history I ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

That explains why you stabbed it.

A local cactus blooming.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

It hatches Indians. Pretty ones.

Perot Museum of Natural History in downtown Dallas. Unusual architecture.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

The outdoor covered escalator is an interesting idea.

Doorway in uptown or downtown Las Vegas NM. I can't tell which

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

It used to have glass around two-thirds of it. It looks very warm.

I really appreciate this stand, taken by American Atheists.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Your stance on these issues fall on the correct side, but atheism is a non-acceptance of a god; it's not a club. Just because they have one thing in common with you doesn't mean they will share any other commonalities with you. An atheist can be a bigot, a humanist cannot.

Another photo of the thriving metropolis of Las Vegas NM

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Where's the casino?

Two days till level 8 woohoo! ?

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Woohoo! Celebrate! Not sure why, but maybe you're looking for an excuse.

10 SHOCKING FACTS ABOUT PLASTIC These photographs were selected from our Your Shot community.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I love finding new sites that encourage submission of photos. New projects for myself and my kids. http://yourshot.nationalgeographic.com/about/ Thanks

Spots and stripes: grape leaffolder (Desmia funeralis), the scallop shell (Rheumaptera undulata), ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

You're amazing. Guess we'll keep you around. Are these moths you've found on your observation sheet?

My roo and some of his babes

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

He has some beautiful colors. What kind is he?

Getting big! The second one was brought to me by the same client who brought me the first.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I find it odd. I battle invasive plants, insects, cats, but I've never considered invasive birds. You keep expanding my box.

My native stick insect eggs have started to hatch! I had almost given up hope that they would.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

They must stay up high in the oak trees because I don't see them very often.

I just love those eye-spots! The first small-eyed sphinx (Paonias myops) and first io moth ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I noticed you had butterfly wing dust on your fingers. How do moths produce the powder? Is it regenerative?

An interesting viewpoint of the American lawn. [blogs.scientificamerican.com]

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Lawns aren't a new obsession. Most lawns around our house have been here 70+ years. The newer obsession is spraying pesticides and herbicides. But the lots are getting smaller and the houses are getting larger, so there is less space for grass. I'll take the good and endure the bad.

I had a hot date this evening.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

I bet he grows into a talker! He's very alert.

Cannabinoids remove plaque-forming Alzheimer’s proteins from brain cells - Salk Institute for ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

Another bullet dodged!

I accidentally handed my wife super glue instead of chap stick and now she's not talking to me.

AstralSmoke comments on May 28, 2018:

@Krish55 said it the most eloquently.

Welp. Now what? [duhspot.net]

AstralSmoke comments on May 27, 2018:

What do you like to do? Socialize!

BEST DAY EVER | Rumblings

AstralSmoke comments on May 27, 2018:

"... it all was a mellow, rednecky kind of time and I enjoyed it." This reminded me of my first 'drunk' experience. Sitting at the lake, popping Buds, getting buzzed, having a memorable time.

This is how good the night was yesterday.

AstralSmoke comments on May 27, 2018:

A wicked good brownie!

HOLY WORLD DOMINATION, I HAVE 23 FOLLOWERS!! I'll have to order more Kool-aid....

AstralSmoke comments on May 27, 2018:

I like mine extra strong.

Some new art work, exploring abstraction.

AstralSmoke comments on May 27, 2018:

I like them both. Thanks.

Has anyone ever seen this before or have it?

AstralSmoke comments on May 26, 2018:

They're common here as bumperstickers, but without letters.

Interesting.

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

An example of cause and effect.

I had to move an obstinate little reptile off of the road today. How did he show his gratitude?

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

You put him on the wrong side.

Do you think this is accurate?

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

I can't. It's royally fucked up.

Karl Marx and the Present...[counterpunch.org]

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

Did you read this entire paper? I made it about halfway through. I understand the direction concerning class. Did he make any conclusions?

Are you paying attention to the signs on the road.

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

Everyone here drives very well (choke!), even the yankee transplants.

Here are the "Topics" for groups.

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

I'm obviously out if sync. A group will be identified by up to 3 topics? So, if you're not in a group, it'll show up in the topic search?

Party on! LOL

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

I don't see any lettuce. turnips, or beats in that photo. Must be a really lame party. ;-)

This morning's group for release.

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

They are beautiful creatures!

1:30am Friday.

AstralSmoke comments on May 25, 2018:

My plants don't make near that much noise.

A global vegetarian diet, the same study showed, would be the most effective of all diets (not ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

Maybe so.

Shearing alpaca 1 just restrained 2 the main blanket on the first side done 3 about half done 4 ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

It's amazing how much fleece they have! Love the photos.

Finally well enough to start shearing.

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

That's amazing!

“Diets link environmental and human health.

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

I agree.

I had to do another because I am such an incorrigible art seeker.

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

That's the best one so far.

What's with the points?

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

What are you going to do when you get to a million?

Do you have a secret life?

AstralSmoke comments on May 24, 2018:

I would like one. Do you have any extras?

Help Wanted Posts Suppose member A wants someone to cut their lawn, but does not have a service.

AstralSmoke comments on May 23, 2018:

No, I hope not.

Anyone into native species for their area?

AstralSmoke comments on May 23, 2018:

Google: native plants of southern Appalachian mountains

Hiked into some remote woods, yesterday at dusk , to release opossums into the wild.

AstralSmoke comments on May 23, 2018:

I love 'possums! There pretty high on the road kill list, unfortunately.

Many years mountain climbing, white water canoeing and hiking in New England/Appalachian Mountain ...

AstralSmoke comments on May 23, 2018:

Southeast.