Most of the front is done! My new little darling shrub (closest to camera) is Pearly Twirly ...

Cast1es comments on May 7, 2019:

Defensive looking prickly leaves .

I can do amazing bead work and can barely hem a pair of pants, lol.

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

It can be fun .

Yes Popi, the bullets are real, LOL

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Reality sucks . Bullets ARE real . Be pprepared , or be dead .

Hey folks.

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Not me , sorry , Hon .

After nearly 10 years of (off and on) online dating, it's very discouraging.

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Your standards are high . You're not willing to accept a man , just because he's a man . Takes a lot of searching to find the right one . Welcome to the club .

Should we respect other people's beliefs?

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Respect the person , not the beliefs .

If you found out you were dying... Something to think about.....

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

The closer you get to death , the less you are able to do . Your options lessen .

"If neo-Darwinism is true and reproductive success a measure of evolutionary fitness, then every ...

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Illogical .

Does this ever happen to anyone else? Ugh! Argh!

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

There are days , when even your computer aren't cooperative .

I am Black.

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Nobody cares , do they ?

It's been a long time since I had some holy rollers come to my house .

Cast1es comments on May 6, 2019:

Well done .

So, an acquaintance that you run into every week posts THIS; "Muslims HATE pork, beer, bikinis, ...

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Some find that they can't live with the extremists , of their religion , so find they have a longer life if they leave . That does not mean they suddenly find their own religion something they want to leave , as well . They just want a softer version of it .

What makes a good day, at minimum?

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

I was expecting to see 4 photos close up . Number 5 was a delightful surprise . Thank You !

So who thought that "knees up" was just an expression meaning dancing at a party or pop-up get ...

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Never heard/read that expression before .

It was a bright sunny day in 1991.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

This was posted in Agnostics.com previously .

It is an extremely useful thing, this mathematics, no?

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

That could have been you , if you had had a great idea , borrowed money to build it , advertised , worked like crazy to get others to help you make it happen , fought to keep others from buying out your company , when you were so exhausted , you could barely move . Yeah , it could have been you .

How easy is it for you to fall in love?

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Welcome to the club .

Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

WHile checking into a hospital for surgery awhile back , the woman fill in in my check in sheet , asked what religion . I told her I was an atheist , Next question - smoke ? No Drink ? No . Drugs ? No . Then she looked at me and asked , " What do you use as a crutch ? With a brief hesitation , I answered , "I stand on my own two feet .

I work in retail.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

The term bless , means happy . I can't be mad at anyone , sincerely telling me to have a happy day . Just because religious folks use the term , does not make it theirs only .

Simple question with an obviously complicated answer: what does it REALLY mean to be emotionally ...

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Still madly in love with his deceased wife - you can't compete . Madly in love with his Mommy . You may be much better than her . but you don't worship the ground he walks on , like she does . You're straight , he's gay. No matter how great you are , you simply don't have the right equipment for him , you can't compete .

I am with my family for the weekend, for my younger brother's graduation.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Check online . Perhaps you'll find something there . What time were you to go to the church service . Half to a full after the church service , if its a small ceramony

Sam Harris’s argument is that the real villains are the religious moderates.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Religion can be used to convience people to do , what ever it is , that the person teaching it , wants to people to do . Mostly what the heads of religions want is money and more power .

I'm a middle school Science teacher.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

Just out of curiosity , why would a teacher even know whether a student is religious or atheist ?

Against cheerfulness: Practising the Greek virtues of wisdom and courage is one thing.

Cast1es comments on May 5, 2019:

I find that , while people say they want honesty , when you are honest with them , they suddenly discover they don't want to deal with what ever your problems are . So , if you want to add depression and loneliness to what ever you're already dealing with , then go right ahead , be fully honest.

Kosan-ji temple on the island of Ikuchijima in Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. (1987)

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Love the flow of the roof lines .

This year we will truly have a "cinco de Mayo" and "Pinche de Monday" back to back.

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Not familiar with Pinche Monday .

Landscapes — these three photos span nearly half a century.

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Calls to mind , John Denver's music .

Who here has a pain disorder like fibromyalgia that is stemmed probably from trauma or abuse in ...

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Was helping to get 26' long joists up onto the top edge of the wall , so Dad could nail them in place . Injured my spine around age 6 . Had surgery as an adult . Still painful .

Here's a 10" tall owl suncatcher I designed.

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

I like stained glass .

Religious fundamentalists and many of today’s atheists share the same approach to texts.

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Many of the books that were a part of the Bible , are not included in the current version . A king , who had been born and raised not in this religion , wanted to be crowned Emperor , but in order to be raised to that level , by the Pope , he had to become Christian . He decided it was worth it , to claim the religion , in order to become Emperor . Later on , he was the one , who chose which books to include in the Bible . He chose to exclude several about women , because , in his opinion , women were either subservient , which he wanted to spread , or they were bad . Therefore we see Ester , Ruth , Mary , and Mary Magdelina as examples of good women . And Eve and Delilah as examples of bad women . We see almost nothing of Lilith , who was , supposedly Adam's first wife . Supposedly , while she was not , "bad," she was equal , and Adam wanted to dominate her , so she was removed . Ever wonder where Cain found his wife ?

I can remember going to bed at night without worrying about "what fresh hell" I'd be waking up to ...

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Unfortunately , I do , occasionally , still run into Trump supporters . They seem to feel , well stocks keep going up , he must be doing something right , business is booming . Guess they don't see all these huge chain stores closing .

Women over 50, coloring their hair purple, how childish.

Cast1es comments on May 4, 2019:

Haven't tried purple , or even pink , yet . Rather enjoying the platinum blonde Mother nature has decided to endow me with - Denaries Targaren , style .

EthanRogers causes me some concern.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Maybe , his interest is not that he's fat , but he likes curvy chicks .

I made this parody of Mount Rushmore.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

W O W ! Nice job . Does look like Roosevelt on the end .

People always ask why my ex and I broke up and I always say that it’s because I stopped believing ...

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Just read that over the course of history , there have been over 5,000 Gods . Ask they why they only believe in one of them ?

The way he is portrayed is downright hilarious

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

OK , that's a whole new way of imagining that .

Happy Friday!

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Fresh !

Tough bee.... [youtu.be]

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Strong bee !

At a restaurant one night, the man at the next table was pulling out all the stops to impress his ...

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Perspective .

The front fell off.... A must see..... [m.facebook.com]

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Oh , really ?

Can we regenerate heart muscle with stem cells [youtube.com]

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

I set up an appointment with a Stem Cell doctor . Apparently , there are limits to whom they are willing to provide the injections .

We could all learn a lot from Pooh, Piglet and Eeyore It occurred to Pooh 🐻 and Piglet 🐷 ...

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

While everyone would like to be kind , caring , and loyal friends , constantly being around people who are always depressed , can be depressing .

Morality is not contingent on knowing right from wrong.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Practice behaving in a manner that you can be proud of yourself for . Repetion , will make it easier , until you actually become truly comfortable with it . Won't be easy at first . May never change 100% , but it's important that you like who you are .

Last nights forging shenanigans.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Ideal to wear with the old fashioned kilt .

"The Outsider" by Frederick Forsyth is a memoir and a very good read.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Thought I read and commented on this post earlier .

How many posts can I do in a day?

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Mine seem to disappear as well .

The more I look at this, the funnier it gets :-')

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Somehow , I don't see , how a man being tortured to death , as being funny .

Today, May 3 1919, singer-songwriter Pete Seeger was born.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

An old tune . Loved it !

Of course, that all depends on who's visiting...

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Don't think I'd want to visit our place . Certainly wouldn't want to sit on your sofa .

A beluga whale.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

That' got to be interesting . I wonder who's watching ?

One phone in the entire house, mounted on the wall.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

So all the youngsters who've been showing the older folks how to use modern technical equipment , can't operate a rotary phone .

The Man Who Tried to Redeem the World with Logic - Nautilus - Pocket

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Pitts and the others were never mentioned in any of my computer classes .

I dabble in watercolor painting, ink, pencil and creating animal toys by chrochet.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

That portriat is amazing !

Just random thoughts.

Cast1es comments on May 3, 2019:

Children may believe in Santa Clause and the Tooth Fairy , and we don't feel the need to , "correct them ." We don't like others explaining to us why we should believe as they do , because we've come to a (we feel ) more intelligent way of looking at things . Let's try , very hard , not to spoil their mistaken beliefs . Just as we've figured out our own truths , not because someone taught us to believe as we do , but because we took the time to figure things out , they also need to work things out on their own . That doesn't mean they will come to the same conclusions we did .

Last night I attending a pinning ceremony for RN's at a public college.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Traditions .

Goodnight Kitty: Advanced level sleeping

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

My male , usually curls up . under my right leg , to sleep .

What to say when hijacked by two born agains in public

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Ask her about her intimate sex life . If she can ask you personal questions about you , you can ask her personal questions about her . Usually works for me .

Some old jokes deserve to live on.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Heard something along those lines long ago .

Best to avoid the tourist spots in China if it’s a public holiday

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Don't want to be mobbed .

I think I may have met someone worth all of this crap I've put up with over the last few years.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Best of luck , Hon !

One more photograph of Spot’s kittens! I just thought this was a cute photograph!

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

They're so sweet . I think they've just about reached the age where they climb up the screen door and your walls .

I used to be an extrovert, when i was a teen.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Life is a learning experience . It's one thing to recognize lots of people , it's quite another to actually get to really know them .

Jesus! Jesus! Sweet Jesus!

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Don't recall signing up for the porno group .

Coming for you!

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Cat's got an all over halo .

"The Outsider" by Frederick Forsyth is a memoir and a very good read.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Hadn't heard of him .

Is Technology Saving Us or Enslaving Us [youtube.com]

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

It's addictive .

Nine feet six inches and 22 rattles.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

You found this camping ? ? ?

One of my favorite gardens to visit is in Arkansas at Blue Springs Heritage Center near Eureka ...

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Very beautiful !

Haflinger colt from a couple years ago, Sterling Victor.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Adorable !

Mazie was sleeping pretty hard last night.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Guarding the house , with that one eye open .

Click, what a great picture😻😹

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Wondering how big the mouse looks ?

Well I never, have you?

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

THey really tried to introduce kids to smoking , at a very young age , didn't they ? Funny the candy look a likes , disappeared , long before the actually tobacco products .

A guy spots a sign outside a house that reads, "Talking Dog for Sale.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Maybe the dog , thought he was going on a dating site ? ? ?

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Wish I'd have thought of that .

Why Certainty is a Success Killer [youtube.com]

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Can't win for losing .

Experienced this a few times a few months ago.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

I'd like one intelligent enough , he doesn't have to cut me down to his size .

Possible, very possible:

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Or pollinating until the asthema sets in .

My cats victimize me.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Teach them better manners . A small spray bottle squirt when they bite or scratch . Bit first . make sure that your behavior , isn't starting the issue .

Science can answer moral questions | Sam Harrishttps://[www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hj9oB4zpHww]

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

As if things weren't complicated enough , already .

YOGIBOGEYBOX.

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

Yogi (the bear in the park , that steals picnic baskets , Bogey ( an enemy aircraft , in an air fight ) , box (coffin )

This guy needs to go to the opticians first, then a driving school and then look for a reversing ...

Cast1es comments on May 2, 2019:

A few years ago , they were advertising backup cameras , intended to help prevent running over your kids when backing out of your driveway .

Are Sci-fi memes ok here?

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Not if I could stop it . Nasty critter !

Primrose...

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

I'd love to see the colors of the flowers .

You More flowers.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Those aren't black eyed Susans

Goodnight Kitty - one more day of rain here.... phew.... It's MAY it can stop any time now right?

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

I'm beginning to think the insomnia group posts more cats than the feline group .

Would you date someone ten years younger than you?

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

The love of my life , is 14 years my junior . Of all the people I know , if I had it all to do over again , you can bet , I'd still want him in my life .

Okay so I want to vent about my grandpa for a moment here.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

I have to agree with everyone of the below comments . Like your grandpa , I'm dealing with multiple health issues , many of which are painful , and have been for years . Cancer and it's treatments are additionally painful , Even if they are able to stop the cancer , he may well feel his life after the treatment , will continue to be restricted and painful , to the point , that he does not want to go through , what he will have to endure in order to , maybe , get it . In other words , is the price worth the cost , for what he can expect to get out of it ? While you may love him and you'll miss having him in your life , you are not the one dealing withhis medical problems .

Endgame.... bladder control a must but omg wow...

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Diuretics kills that one .

My local news just reported that the US leads the world in the number of people accidentally killed ...

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

India leads the list in deaths by selfies . Deaths while taking selfies in danger places , for instance , standing too close to the edge of a cliff , or too close to the rail road tracks of an on coming train , was way more dangerous than with firearms .The US leads only in selfies while taking a photo with a firearm . I think it said there were 8 of those .

Big Hair !!!

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Rats' nests created by back combing the hair and applying lots and lots of toxic hair spray .

I read a book about Stockholm syndrome.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

If I remember correctly , the basic concept is , when taken hostage , over time , the victims , begin to sympathize with their captors . Patty Hearst being a prime example . Initially , I believe , it's a manner in which the captives are simply trying to stay alive and healthy , but over time , becomes a true thing .

After three visits with each other last year, two in Michigan and one in Kentucky, @EllenDale and I ...

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Nice to know someone actually made a connection ,

Happy May Day Everyone! Thanks again for your love and support.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Glad to see you're back here . We wrote admin , and asked you be brought back .

Here's a photo of one of my son's 4 cats, Leia. She's so beautiful just had to share it.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Siamese

It could also very likely just be me.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

While it's true , you can't know everything about someone all at once , just seems to me if you can't be bothered to post a bio , with information about you , and a photo or two , before you start asking for dates , you're not looking for a relationship .

Just do what it sez....

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

While I do have to clean up behind them , on the whole , they're a **LOT** less bother , than the family ever was . They very seldom talk back . DOn't even wear cloths . Don't complain about the way I do things for them . And are affectionate and appreciative .

Hopefully this will appeal to a few of you.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

Never even heard of Plexit , but it calls to mind a sci/fi story I read long ago , where the aliens were taking humans to colonize another planet , by the UFO ship load . Meanwhile , translators had gotten hold of one of their books , that was entitled , "How to Serve Mankind ." It turned out to be a recipe book . If I remember correctly , it was an episod on "The Twilight Zone ."

I'm going to have to double check the math....

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

I'd be very concerned , about someone that dumb , having even one .

I feel I might soon be banned from a support group for people with Aspergers.

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

So , you've blocked those you don't want to be around ? You're posting , others should be blocking those you don't want to be around ? And also you're blocking those who feel they're being attacked , when you point out that others should be blocking , those you don't want to be around ? But you're upset that others are blocking you ? And that some contacted the admin , about your post that others should be blocking those who don't block th ones you don't want to be around ? Did I follow all of this ? Did you block me ? Should I block you ?

Who's in charge ....

Cast1es comments on May 1, 2019:

While in the store , I examined both the cat beds and the dog beds . /the dog beds have a thick bottom . The cat beds have a little wall , but the bottoms have almost no stuffing . No wonder they want to sleep on the dog beds . Get the cat , her own dog bed to sleep on .