Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@bleurowz Pre owned may be wise. I think they "stole" my 2013 for a $27k trade in. There's early S's available for around $20K..with totally refreshed batteries. Test drive one...it's free....you'll be hooked. Go without your credit card or checkbook....fair warning! https://www.tesla.com/drive

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@bleurowz ..- they're coming down in price - and expanding in color choices. 12 years ago, the Tesla Roadster was $180K. 9 years ago, the S was around $100K. 6 years ago the X came out for $70K. two years ago the III and the Y came out in the $40K range. Make a graph of that; you'll see that it won't be long before we see a budget/basic EV in the $20K range. In the shareholders meeting Elon hinted a compact/subcompact model might come in the future. "It will have reduced weight, so greater efficiency, it could get 5.25 miles per kWh. It might get by with a 40 kWh battery. That could mean a 25K base price." https://forums.tesla.com/forum/forums/should-tesla-make-compactsub-compact-car So the trend is downward in costs, upwards in variety.

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@bleurowz and @DavidDuhon Tesla is adding a charging station per week, and Walmart is building EV charging at most of their stores. VW is working on producing mobile chargers for stranded EV motorists; Battery replacement was actually tested to do "on-the-spot" in a couple of places in California; but with neutral/not-worth-it results. And of course; by the time your car needs a new battery - you're also ready to trade up. Let the EV companies worry about replacing batteries. Finally; there's even talk of "million mile batteries" that have a much longer rechargeability. https://www.wired.com/story/tesla-may-soon-have-a-battery-that-can-last-a-million-miles/ https://www.motor1.com/news/389830/vw-mobile-ev-recharge-robot/ https://www.tesla.com/trips

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@SenorRotten, @FlippantLlama, @moonmaid Range is - or was - an issue with me when I had the 270 mile range 2013 S. Then I discovered the 325 mile range S and traded up (jan 2019). Now there's a 340 mile S and a 380 mile X....so my point is range is growing all the time. The new Telsa "Cybertruck" is supposed to have a 400 mile range in the budget model and the soon to be produced roadster will have a 600 mile range. There's EV's now being made for 2021-2022 production that boast a 1000 mile range...so that issue is fading. https://kutv.com/news/nation-world/teslas-new-electronic-cybertruck-has-battery-life-up-to-500-miles REMEMBER; Most EV's don't need a special plug to charge. All EV's will be able to charge with regular 120 volt. - but it's a slow charge; 3.5 miles per hour. If you have 220-240 volt at home (for dryers, ovens, AC units) then the speed is quadrupled at least; 14-18 MPH depending on amperage. And yes - the battery does wear down. About 2-3% loss per year; so after 10 years you can expect a 20-30% loss of charging capacity...but most folks trade up or trade in their EV's before 10 years. When I had battery "issues" (kind of my fault) - they swapped it and gave me a new one...no charge. There's an 8 year warrantee on the batteries (today).

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@SenorRotten, @FlippantLlama Yes; the total time for trips that are many hundreds of miles is longer...it's a matter of adjusting your time schedule...having more of a tolerant view for frequent "breaks" when the car is charging. I've driven every year to upstate NY from southern Florida; total time when I had a gas car was around 24 hours. With the EV it's around 27 hours.

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@SenorRotten Thanks for bringing up that question! It's by far the most common one I get. I once chatted with a new Tesla owner that dIdn't even know that she had an adapter in her car for 120 volt home charging. oh..and both times I ran out...the truck was there in minutes. Even in rural Virginia on a rainy night - the tow guy was there in less than an hour.

Radiant Racked & Rockin'

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

OK...you can smile and make that "9" a "10"....

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@Rossy92 Some models just have that attitude...oh well!

Splendiferous Sunday! It's pose your own question day!

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

What's your fears about owning an all-electric vehicle?

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@SenorRotten Good answer; But if it'll ease you in to trusting them a bit more;... 95% of EV users simply charge at home, overnight. You have to plan your trips a little more wisely. Having said that.... I've "run out"... twice Why? Because running out of EV power is actually a lot easier to fix then running out of gas. You call the Tesla hotline. They send a truck. They put your car on it...drop you off at the nearest Supercharger. You pay the guy. He waves g'by. Done. No chemicals. No hauling gas cans. So much easier. Look at this map. https://supercharge.info/map

one more touching Valentine’s day meme

Robecology comments on Feb 16, 2020:

And can you guess what famous rich guy - same name - is now using more acceptable methods of "skinning" the poor and minorities in America? Hint...they're rich brothers. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lampshades_made_from_human_skin

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

another hint; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ilse_Koch

Carola Kristiansen, blogger and model from Norway...

freedom41 comments on Feb 15, 2020:

For a second I thought she was jail bate.

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

I concur; there's been lots of almost underaged images posted lately...sad...

uh oh..I'm shocked

Robecology comments on Feb 15, 2020:

The ratio of Teslas on the road to critically injured Tesla drivers is much lower than the national average. You're by far safer in a Tesla than in any other car. Of course they're going to dramatize the exceptions. The nation is primarily fixed on profiting the FFC...the Fossil Fuel ...

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@chiara23k https://www.bigislandev.org/buying-a-tesla-electric-vehicle/

uh oh..I'm shocked

Robecology comments on Feb 15, 2020:

The ratio of Teslas on the road to critically injured Tesla drivers is much lower than the national average. You're by far safer in a Tesla than in any other car. Of course they're going to dramatize the exceptions. The nation is primarily fixed on profiting the FFC...the Fossil Fuel ...

Robecology replies on Feb 16, 2020:

@chiara23k Have you test driven one yet? Once you do you will see and learn about how safe any Tesla is. Just complete this. It's a free service...a nice way to spend a few hours. But scheduling is important...especially if you want to test drive it on a weekend https://www.tesla.com/drive

As a leftist, I will tolerate someones right to think or say things that I find ...

Robecology comments on Feb 15, 2020:

Once you know a "Trumpster" you know why so many Americans are following him - They're just like him. Tax cheats. Wife cheats. Schemers. Racists. Xenophobes. Homophobes. You know them. The guy/gal who parks in a handicapped spot and gets out without showing any handicaps. The guy/gal who ...

Robecology replies on Feb 15, 2020:

@JayOleck38 Thanks, Jay. I don't like being "negative" about the "Trumpster". The generalizations I made are bad enough; and the democrats in power have proven to be pretty spineless as well...almost too polite. But thanks for your support. Here's a good cartoon video that outlines the "illness" that is Trumpster-ism" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW9R6jgE7SQ

Nature's graffiti.

fishline79 comments on Feb 15, 2020:

Here are a few of my "abandonment" shots.

Robecology replies on Feb 15, 2020:

More good ones on the topic of decay and aging structures.

Evolution is just a Theory? CORRECT.

Storm1752 comments on Feb 15, 2020:

Hypothesis: IF we evolved from apes, aliens MUST have altered our DNA, which is the "missing link" everybody is looking for. This must be rigorously tested, subjected to double-blind studies, and peer-reviewed. For starters.

Robecology replies on Feb 15, 2020:

I think I found your/our "missing link". "In 2015, researchers discovered that the common squid has edited more than 60 percent of RNA in its nervous system. Those edits essentially changed its brain physiology, presumably to adapt to various temperature conditions in the ocean. The team returned in 2017 with an even more startling finding - at least two species of octopus and one cuttlefish do the same thing on a regular basis. To draw evolutionary comparisons, they also looked at a nautilus and a gastropod slug, and found their RNA-editing prowess to be lacking. "This shows that high levels of RNA editing is not generally a molluscan thing; it's an invention of the coleoid cephalopods," https://www.sciencealert.com/it-s-official-octopus-and-squid-evolution-is-weirder-than-we-could-have-ever-imagined

Evolution is just a Theory? CORRECT.

Fernapple comments on Feb 15, 2020:

I think that you may be preaching to the converted a bit here.

Robecology replies on Feb 15, 2020:

Just providing fuel for debates. Feel free to adopt the meme. I'm in FB jail on a regular basis for pissing off believers...so have at it!

Instead of blondes I think it should say Trump supporters.

Robecology comments on Feb 13, 2020:

We can't underestimate the Trump supporter. Too many Americans are rabidly supporting him. To break it down in a nutshell...the DJT supporters are pretty much the same as the #religulous of America...delusional. So let's not "make fun" of them. They're ill. They're suffering. Befriend ...

Robecology replies on Feb 14, 2020:

@noworry28 We know that. But I saw a great piece on Maddow last night that emphasized how we must strive to get along with them. They're kind of like Lemmings....they're following their Pied Piper off a cliff. Instead of "making fun" try to "empathize". Making fun hardens them to be resolute. Reasoning with them....albeit challenging....might be our way out of this mess. Here's a charming video full of facts, which gives us arguing points. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW9R6jgE7SQ

Here’s some of my favorites of my grandkids.

Robecology comments on Feb 12, 2020:

Awwww....My turn...me and grandson Wesley....

Robecology replies on Feb 12, 2020:

@Gmak I hope so....

I took the 7 day B&W photography challenge, 7 days of my life, 7 black and white photographs.

Robecology comments on Feb 10, 2020:

Nice. I ran two classes - for two summers - called "Environmental photography". It was B & W only...and had to be "the environment" only. It was the old fashioned SLR/ film/Darkroom chemistry/enlarger strategy - the kids loved it...it was fun...and you have perfect examples here!

Robecology replies on Feb 12, 2020:

@FrostyJim Your background and experience shows....great pics! The snowcapped peak (#3) has amazing detail!

I think Bob's right (By the way, I haven't heard Bobsyouruncle since I was a Jaguar mechanic a lot ...

Robecology comments on Feb 12, 2020:

A pillar of conservatism is being religious...so it's a bit of a stretch to even have a group on Agnostic.com called "conservative atheists'....they're sort of like "Jumbo Shrimp"...almost an Oxymoronic term. ...but having said that; I consider myself at least fiscally conservative. I think ...

Robecology replies on Feb 12, 2020:

@TheInterlooper I concede your last argument. Like I said - it's almost an Oxymoron; Atheist Conservatives.....

More stories from the deep past, this one relates to a lot of modern things as well though if you ...

Robecology comments on Feb 12, 2020:

Shared on FB...my christian friends hate when I do this....

Robecology replies on Feb 12, 2020:

@Fernapple There comes a time when you just learn to co-exist...maybe I'm just too old to give a....so I post harsh truths on FB...and hope they're "absorbing"...

WOW! Talk about a fast moving high-level political debate.

Transition1 comments on Feb 9, 2020:

They have more money and they're buying better brains

Robecology replies on Feb 11, 2020:

@Transition1 When it comes down to it, both parties receive substantial support from registered voters who make $100K+ annually. When it comes to fundraising for campaigns, Democrats actually come out ahead. In many cases, Democrats have been able to raise twice as much (or more) in private political contributions. But what about outside of politicians? Does that mean Democrats are the wealthier party? Which American families are wealthier? Republicans or Democrats? Well, probably Republicans. When it comes down to it, the richest families in America tend to donate to Republican candidates. Forbes reported out of the 50 richest families in the United States, 28 donate to Republican candidates. Another seven donate to Democrats and 15 of the richest families in the U.S. donate to both parties https://budgetandthebees.com/who-is-richer-democrats-or-republicans/

[laylamartin.]

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

meh....click-bait...

Robecology replies on Feb 11, 2020:

@DaRogue Easy to fix. Click on the triple line box. Click "edit"...go in there and copy the headline....paste it on to your message...no more "click-bait"...everyone sees what it's about.

[laylamartin.]

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

meh....click-bait...

Robecology replies on Feb 11, 2020:

@DaRogue Suggestion; copy and paste the headline of any link that you think is worth sharing. Otherwise "suckers" like me click on undescribed bait... I'm sure if I knew it was about "pussy massagers" I would NOT have clicked.

WOW! Talk about a fast moving high-level political debate.

Transition1 comments on Feb 9, 2020:

They have more money and they're buying better brains

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

They?

WOW! Talk about a fast moving high-level political debate.

Bierbasstard comments on Feb 10, 2020:

Bill came in with opinion loaded questions and Bannon shut down the preconceptions before he could even try to get the "question" out. It wasn't going to be a fair interview. I would like to see the two of them have a full conversation. Maybe Bill will be brave enough to go to Bannon's podcast.

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

I've tried listening to Bannon...too much chatter. If anyone "came in" with opinion-loaded questions/comments, it was SKB. The 5 minute interview with Maher was so fast-paced I had to replay it a couple of times...I have little respect for Bannon's aggressive style. I'll give you this about Bannon; he's good at "stealth" chatter ...he slips in comments and phrases that are absurd and arrogant then moves on. Sorry; not impressed.

A mistress never is nor can be a friend.

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

That worked in the 60's and through the 80's...I don't think it's working well these days. I'd love to find a lover -mistress. but it just seems impossible. Maybe that I'm older...not sure.

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

@Freedompath Here's another brother from another mother...Tom is Running Solar Libre in Puerto Rico...putting solar panels on common folks houses for almost no cost....The video won awards. Please share it if you have a FB account...the folk in PR still need help... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlIV9HjHgoY

Just thinking.

Robecology comments on Feb 10, 2020:

Not agnostics. It's a fear-monger label from the right/conservative/#religulous

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

@chiara23k Fear-mongering? Help me out here! (wow; you're up early...)

WOW! Talk about a fast moving high-level political debate.

David1955 comments on Feb 10, 2020:

I have thought for a long time that Trump is just a puppet and avatar for people like this evil man who want to rebuild America as a white religious autocracy. That's why Bannon went to Trump and talked him into running. They won't stop. If Trump falls, they'll find a new avatar. They are a fascist ...

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

you caught that at the end. Indeed; "I wish an evil guy like you was on our side"....

WOW! Talk about a fast moving high-level political debate.

Storm1752 comments on Feb 10, 2020:

Why "get it all out in the open?" And turn over the whistleblowers to the Inquisition? We all know Trump was guilty as charged. We also know he was going to get acquitted. That's all we need to know.

Robecology replies on Feb 10, 2020:

For Bannon to have even suggested that shows that he's at least a rational thinker. Perhaps that's why Trump fired him? I'm guessing he felt it would further justify DJT. Anyone who is innocent isn't afraid of "witnesses" and "corroborating evidence....Trump was, obviously. I'm betting he refuses to debate the nominee this fall. He's slick that way.

Delightfully big eyes, lips, breasts...one wonders how far the theme continues?

Robecology comments on Feb 9, 2020:

The tattoos...so sad...what a horrible distraction from a truly beautiful woman. Shame on the sick associates who convinced her to stain her body for life.

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@Rossy92 Please do not feel guilty. I'm probably in the minority of men who don't appreciate nudes who have been tattooed...so you're providing a good service...and it take s a talented eye to find these pictures...so I commend you! I just hope you focus on women who've chosen not to wear tattoos...but that's only me....and again, I'm probably in the minority.

A mistress never is nor can be a friend.

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

That worked in the 60's and through the 80's...I don't think it's working well these days. I'd love to find a lover -mistress. but it just seems impossible. Maybe that I'm older...not sure.

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@Freedompath Thank you for your kind words. I do have some treasured old friends....here's one of a fellow I went to St. Lucia with in December. Great, dear, decades old friendship. The best.

Delightfully big eyes, lips, breasts...one wonders how far the theme continues?

Robecology comments on Feb 9, 2020:

The tattoos...so sad...what a horrible distraction from a truly beautiful woman. Shame on the sick associates who convinced her to stain her body for life.

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@Rossy92 You're punishing me. You owe me. How about some women who have chosen to remain "unstained"?

Happy Sunday Everyone - it's Pose Your Own Question Day!

Donotbelieve comments on Feb 9, 2020:

What's the best recipe you've ever come up with on your own?

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@SenorRotten I made cannabis brownies - that I still have in the freezer! The only issue I have with them is I never know if the dose is too strong or too weak.

Happy Sunday Everyone - it's Pose Your Own Question Day!

bleurowz comments on Feb 9, 2020:

The Oscars are tonight. Do you watch the show? What's your favorite part? Any favorite nominees? I've watched every year since I can remember, even if I haven't seen most of the nominated films. I make a whole event of it, and the last few years me and a friend across the country have done a chat...

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

Watching now. Good entertainment. Good peeks in to the films that are out there. It's keeping me up past 10...so I must be in to it... Best acceptance speech; Brad Pitt; (see video, attached). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzRIqlc-N8k Worst/saddest/confused acceptance speech; Joaquin Phoenix. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87zXvSCmSYk

So...You like these????

Rossy92 comments on Feb 9, 2020:

I love the total package. Wish I could see the rest.

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@RobertNappi2 You made my day!

I'm new here, so still trying to figure out how this works.

Robecology comments on Feb 7, 2020:

Not sure where you get the "cats and dogs" issue; but do explore the groups. What you'll discover - as I did - is that although it's designed to facilitate dating and meeting....it doesn't work well that way. Perhaps we're still too widespread to physically "meet" but the community has been ...

Robecology replies on Feb 9, 2020:

@TrekkerLee Oh....I don't generally even click on them. That's kind of typical of social media. It is funny!!

Who doesn't like red bikinis?...

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

The gorgeous smile really completes the picture. But I gotta ask... The water....so clear...the sand...so white...do you have a clue where that was photographed?

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

@Merseyman1 Wow....googled it. so remote...yet so beautiful....the woman as well...great find. Were you ever there?

A mistress never is nor can be a friend.

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

That worked in the 60's and through the 80's...I don't think it's working well these days. I'd love to find a lover -mistress. but it just seems impossible. Maybe that I'm older...not sure.

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

@Freedompath Ideally, I really would like to find a "mistress" who could stay with me part time.. and who I could just "let go" if she chose to "be free"....but I know that I'd develop a jealously or passion to have her around too often if she proved too effective "as a mistress". So I reflect on the good times I had pursuing the women in my past...and leave it at that. It was decades of fun...but it always ended with issues and hardships. All of them started as "heaven on earth" - and of course they all ended up in "hell on earth"...to put it #religulously. I guess Lord Byron, in his quote, above, hit on a universal truth.

Wow; blocked (on FaceBook) from posting "for a few days" for simply sharing a CNN article and a WaPo...

RavenCT comments on Feb 7, 2020:

That's bizarre. Unless there is a no liberal sharing rule on the group? But it should have booted you from the group not from FB. I'm betting the FB algorithm responds to number of reports - maybe they've been teachimg their members to report people who differ from them - it might be effective? ...

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

See/read my reply @ChurchLess, above.

Wow; blocked (on FaceBook) from posting "for a few days" for simply sharing a CNN article and a WaPo...

ChurchLess comments on Feb 7, 2020:

I'm confused. What I think you are saying is you got booted from a Facebook GROUP, not Facebook itself. I'm an Admin for a group & that person(s) can do that. Am I to assume it may be a religious group? By the way, a good true article about thee scumbag.

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

@ChurchLess I will share the links here; one was a commentary by conservatives and religious people about trump; https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/trumps-prayer-breakfast-jibes-jolt-faith-leaders-68807388 The other was simple elaboration by Bernie Sanders on CNN. https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2020/02/07/jewish-heritage-bernie-sanders-new-hampshire-town-hall-sot-vpx.cnn These articles or video proved to be too strong, too "offensive" or too "good" for some - who falsely reported the posts as "going against community standards" though...if you watch/read either....you'll see they did not. I suspect it's the same person who "follows" me and has a vendetta to report anything I say that's anti-Trump/pro-Sanders. The FB people - I call them "gestapo" -take the word of the person reporting me and don't give those being reported any chance to defend themselves Then they "block me for a few days" (I'm in my 3d 3 day or 72 hour block) from "posting to any groups". I can comment to friends and post on my home page; but I cannot comment to groups..I've tried and they give me an exact time when I can start posting again. It's weird...and apparently new...and apparently unfair.

The retribution has begun.

Robecology comments on Feb 7, 2020:

I thank you for posting this bad news; but I must disagree with your conclusion that we will "NEVER remove this vile, psychopathic con artist" We have one chance. Nov 3, 2020. We have no choice. We have to unify - or what you grimly predict will occur. I refuse to accept that. I've given away ...

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

@johnnyrobish All I can say is - we will see who's "not quite understanding" the situation.

A typical "walks in to a bar" joke...

EllenDale comments on Feb 7, 2020:

As a employee of us, the citizens, I demand a hair follicle test for drugs on the pervert!

Robecology replies on Feb 8, 2020:

Which pervert?

When magic turns your rod in to a snake......

Robecology comments on Feb 7, 2020:

LOL...you guys with rods and pistons, and spark plugs, and timing chains, and valves, and transmissions...gotta feel sorry for ya! When you're ready for a safer, faster, quieter, simpler vehicle that won't need one tenth the maintenance - get in touch... ...

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@BDair ....and I never even mentioned; that not only is the car energy source far cleaner than gasoline (yes, even coal burning power plants burn coal more efficiently than your fossil fuel car) but you can charge the car while it rests overnight. Many don't realize that a regular outlet - 120 volt - is all you need. 220 volt goes from 12 to 18 MPH charge (depending on amperage)...so If you have a dryer outlet in your garage; you're set to get 150 miles per night (10hours charge time @15 MPH charge rate. At a typical $.10 to $0.25 cents a kWH...each KWH gives you 3.5 miles - so that's a cost equivalent of $1 dollar to $2.50 for 35 miles...still cheaper than gas. Oh...don't forget...coal is down to 25% in the US....35% in the world. My Tesla's nuclear powered. No CO2 at all.

When magic turns your rod in to a snake......

Robecology comments on Feb 7, 2020:

LOL...you guys with rods and pistons, and spark plugs, and timing chains, and valves, and transmissions...gotta feel sorry for ya! When you're ready for a safer, faster, quieter, simpler vehicle that won't need one tenth the maintenance - get in touch... ...

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

BTW; If you are ready for an hour or two of serious fun - finding out about Teslas...for free; go here; https://www.tesla.com/drive

Wow; blocked (on FaceBook) from posting "for a few days" for simply sharing a CNN article and a WaPo...

bingst comments on Feb 7, 2020:

What did you say along with posting the links? And why not share the links here, in your post?

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@bingst I concur; but I am now afraid....I think it's a new tool of the conservative/#religulous/pro-Trumpsters...

Wow; blocked (on FaceBook) from posting "for a few days" for simply sharing a CNN article and a WaPo...

bingst comments on Feb 7, 2020:

What did you say along with posting the links? And why not share the links here, in your post?

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

This one must have touched a pro Putin/anti Socialist nerve; and again; I said nothing along with the posts. That's what's so frightening - that's why I'm sharing this. Folks who are pro-Trump/anti - Sanders have a new tool. https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2020/02/07/jewish-heritage-bernie-sanders-new-hampshire-town-hall-sot-vpx.cnn

Wow; blocked (on FaceBook) from posting "for a few days" for simply sharing a CNN article and a WaPo...

bingst comments on Feb 7, 2020:

What did you say along with posting the links? And why not share the links here, in your post?

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

Thanks for asking. This one got me 72 hours in FB "jail". I made no comments; just posted the link and copied and posted some of the text. Apparently a #religulous reader read it and blew a fuse.... https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/trumps-prayer-breakfast-jibes-jolt-faith-leaders-68807388

@Admin More than 50% of the alerts I received today for the postings of friends, and other ...

Robecology comments on Feb 7, 2020:

I recall that I might have blocked you in the past for short times. You can be cantankerous. I concur with most below - Please; Stay and just modify your comments so they don't come off as so aggressive?

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@MissKathleen Indeed; I've been blocked from two groups here on A.com for nebulous reasons. Perhaps you can reason with the originator/moderators? Perhaps admin has a solution to tighten up standards for blocking or removing folk? I was recently "blocked from posting to any group" on Facebook because a post I had made - quite truthful and not offensive to many - " was reported as "against community standards'. Despite my efforts to appeal to the FB gestapo the block remained in effect....so I know how you feel. You could say that's the status of Social media today.

I was LUCKY. Why?

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

It is all relevant. I recall being a bacteria, a mosquito, a plant, and a few mammals before I became human...so I'm happy to have made it to this level... And I'll be back.... Richard Dawkins puts it perfectly'

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@Geoffrey51 It's obviously addressed to the #religulous...who - out of vanity, out of being presumptuous to assume that heaven and an afterlife are real - make have that desire. "Most people are "lucky to die" because of the vast number who have "never been born"...I don't see that as condescending or dismissive at all.Watch the video...or read one his books. You've obviously done neither.

I was LUCKY. Why?

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

It is all relevant. I recall being a bacteria, a mosquito, a plant, and a few mammals before I became human...so I'm happy to have made it to this level... And I'll be back.... Richard Dawkins puts it perfectly'

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@Geoffrey51 Wow; are we talking about the same person? He's very UN sanctimonious, very down-to-earth, matter-of-fact evolutionary scientist. I keep this video in my tab to share...please watch and re-consider your opinions on him? He's not a saint...but he's not a "privileged and unsympathetic" person neither. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKjiSu4zD5Y

I was LUCKY. Why?

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

It is all relevant. I recall being a bacteria, a mosquito, a plant, and a few mammals before I became human...so I'm happy to have made it to this level... And I'll be back.... Richard Dawkins puts it perfectly'

Robecology replies on Feb 7, 2020:

@Geoffrey51 Obviously it's tough for the poor, the handicapped, and the constant suffering to appreciate being alive. However; that being said...it is those among them who still survive and smile that I admire. They've found the key to happiness in being alive - unlike too many who - despite being well-to-do - still bitch and moan.

Not that I will ever prepare this but I was entranced by the ingredients, scenery and suit in this ...

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

The magic ingredient? Did you catch it? Bacon!

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@FrayedBear The point of the recipe is that bacon makes a great accompaniment to fish. It adds flavor, salt, oil, and a texture that just can't be matched. I've tried soy "bacon" bits...not the same.

Hi all, new here.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

So #1 You're a grown woman now. Not much need, at your age, to get your parents to "accept" your non-believing, critical-thinking POV. #2. But by all means, stay in touch with them. They're not going to be around much longer. Comfort mom...she was brought up #religulous and you were ...

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@Tammy724 So...kudos to you! I too, "adopted" a step daughter of a woman I had married (and since divorced) and we are close to this day. I hope you continue to nurture these children successfully.

I was LUCKY. Why?

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

It is all relevant. I recall being a bacteria, a mosquito, a plant, and a few mammals before I became human...so I'm happy to have made it to this level... And I'll be back.... Richard Dawkins puts it perfectly'

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@dannydreamer We have to realize that we (the atoms and molecules in our bodies) just might have spent time being many different beings. Watch a creature struggle to survive. Is it conscious? Does it have "feelings" or "memories"? It depends, of course, on the level of creature. And Of course we have no "memories" of this - nor will we have memories of this life in human form. But we have to accept that we are recycled star-stuff. Over, and over, and over again. That mosquito we swatted was happily sucking our blood when all of a sudden... That mosquito was all organic molecules...including some of mine.

Happy Thursday everyone! I recently read an article that said a portion of the population does NOT ...

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

I'd like to see that research. I think even most animals - maybe even plants - have an internal "monologue " we just can't find and/or decipher it.

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@FlippantLlama Not sure what you're referring to.

Amazing photo

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

Meh...you've posted "amazing" before; this one's good, not great. Put your hand on the left side of the image, covering that extra stuff... NOW you've "framed" amazing. (Better yet, take that orange distraction out of the image).

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@OldMetalHead Did you try the "hand-framing" technique I suggested? Left hand; in the shape of an L...your fingers and thumb blocking that "orange" distraction...try it! ( I cropped it - )

Amazing photo

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

Meh...you've posted "amazing" before; this one's good, not great. Put your hand on the left side of the image, covering that extra stuff... NOW you've "framed" amazing. (Better yet, take that orange distraction out of the image).

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@OldMetalHead Forgive me; If you say "it's amazing" I excitedly click the link...I was just a bit disappointed... It's the pro-photographer (mid 80's) in me....spoiled.

Bernie wins the popular vote in Iowa! "We are on the path to victory," said Misty Rebik, Iowa state...

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

Remember; Iowa is NBD. They're only 6 Electoral votes. They went with Obama in 2012, Trump in 2016.

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@balou You just earned some of my favorite memes! Please share them!

Bernie wins the popular vote in Iowa! "We are on the path to victory," said Misty Rebik, Iowa state...

Robecology comments on Feb 6, 2020:

Remember; Iowa is NBD. They're only 6 Electoral votes. They went with Obama in 2012, Trump in 2016.

Robecology replies on Feb 6, 2020:

@balou Do you recall who won the Caucus in 2016? Ted Cruz. So Iowa is NBD. Pete may be leading....and I'm happy for him; but I like Sanders far better. https://data.desmoinesregister.com/iowa-caucus/history/#2016/gop

3 Feb.

Cutiebeauty comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Please explain what politics has to do with weight loss.. and anxiety.

Robecology replies on Feb 5, 2020:

@DotLewis ...and kudos for watching Colbert. I think he's brilliant. He knows how to make us laugh at the frightful and potentially dangerous things going on In politics. I share his monologue often.. Sadly; (as he does tonight) he often takes consolation in alcohol... but do smile and enjoy! https://youtu.be/M22BGRnD1MA

Dream Energy Generated by Our Own Little 'Sun'!

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

costing 20 Billion Euro...that's 22 billion dollars, round numbers. Imagine if they invested that in a few thousand wind generators? or how about a few square miles of solar PV? No heat needed. No containment. Simple, cool, limitless energy thanks to that big fusion reactor in the sky....that we ...

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@Jetty I'm not arguing that Fusion isn't safe, or not CO2 polluting, I arguing that the cost to contain and control the heat will be astronomical. The safer the better...but trying to "contain the sun" is not only not very safe; it's just a dead-end strategy, IMO.

I found this on FB.

Lavergne comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Looks like the kind of thing that's perfect to serve when you have a house full of kids! (no matter what their ages... ;) ;) )

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@BufftonBeotch I can see it now; He ends up visiting his grandpa 'cause he gives him "chili dogs" and "m & m's" and all sorts of junk food...I have to warn him not to tell his mother....

UPDATED: Who is your favorite Food Network star - I personally like Emeril Lagasse for his talk ...

Robecology comments on Feb 1, 2020:

I used to be a real FN junkie; loved Alton Brown, Emeril Lagasse, and Bobby Flay....but I've lost interest. Not much of a TV watcher anymore.

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@FrostyJim Glad you mentioned her...I had forgetten what a cutie she was/is.

Holy Mole! When ever I get this excited about economics, I walk out the door of my Apartment bldg.

Robecology comments on Jan 21, 2020:

@karl What's your point? I did see you mention something about the "horrors of socialism"...this meme is for you!

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@karl Sorry that you're having a hard time comprehending what a democratic Socialist is...or what a liberal is. I hope these help you...

"You are decent.

PBuck0145 comments on Feb 4, 2020:

The Democratic Party platform is unacceptable to most U.S. voters. They know they can't win the 2020 election, hence their desperation to remove DJT by impeachment and conviction.

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

https://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/latest_polls/general_election/

Nobody is going to get a bounce off Iowa now.

bobwjr comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Who cares flawed process in a state that doesn't have election security for November,what we need is to band together after primary and kick trump out

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

I never heard that Iowa had "no election security" but watching those caucuses on CNN and MSNBC -I almost laughed out loud at the absurdity of it all. Shame on them for even trying to do it that way.

"You are decent.

Ms_McSteven comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Amazing speech that mostly fell on deaf ears. I wonder what new words Trump will make up tonight, because it's hard to compete with "accomplimentshades".

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

I found this...

I found this on FB.

Lavergne comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Looks like the kind of thing that's perfect to serve when you have a house full of kids! (no matter what their ages... ;) ;) )

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

Kids indeed...I feel badly for my grandson....no salt. No sugar. His mom is a bit of an Eco/healthfood extremist.

JLo and Shakira Superbowl Halftime.

bobwjr comments on Feb 4, 2020:

They are awesome the complainers should look at themselves

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

I'll no doubt get thrown in FB jail for sharing these images on FB...but as soon as they "release" me (I'm "sentenced to be unable to post until this Thursday) this will be shared!

Well, this is a start.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

This is humorous...but I'm impressed with the efforts of third world and minor nations to go alternative energy. The three largest Solar "farms" are in China, India, and Saudi Arabia. Wind turbine tech is being adapted everywhere. This video doesn't show "third world" adaptations...but just ...

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@Jetty I hope you watch the Musk video as well. I think it's a bit of a stretch to expect the "carbon tax" he proposes to work. But if we just lower or remove some of the incredibly large tax incentives we give them now..that would be a step in the right direction....and the US and Australia are working toward that end.

3 Feb.

Cutiebeauty comments on Feb 4, 2020:

Please explain what politics has to do with weight loss.. and anxiety.

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

Nearly two out of every five Americans say politics is stressing them out, and one in five are sleepless or have had friendships damaged over politics, the researchers found. "A surprisingly large number of American adults perceive their engagement in politics as having negative effects on their social, emotional and even physical health," said lead researcher Kevin Smith, chair of political science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.. https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/news/20190925/politics-taking-mental-physical-toll-on-americans#1

Well, this is a start.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

This is humorous...but I'm impressed with the efforts of third world and minor nations to go alternative energy. The three largest Solar "farms" are in China, India, and Saudi Arabia. Wind turbine tech is being adapted everywhere. This video doesn't show "third world" adaptations...but just ...

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@Jetty We can, we are, we must. I hope you watched the video. "Growth in the recycling rate was significant recently. The recycling rate grew more slowly over the last few years. The 2017 recycling rate was 35.2 percent. " https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/national-overview-facts-and-figures-materials

Hi all, new here.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

So #1 You're a grown woman now. Not much need, at your age, to get your parents to "accept" your non-believing, critical-thinking POV. #2. But by all means, stay in touch with them. They're not going to be around much longer. Comfort mom...she was brought up #religulous and you were ...

Robecology replies on Feb 4, 2020:

@Tammy724 I'm glad you were "enlightened" enough to get out of the marriage. I'm sorry you had to deal with such a sick (not evil...just sick) partner. You didn't mention kids...I hope there were no unplanned nor unwanted children..nor abortions that you had to deal with - but I wouldn't be surprised if there were. And you wisely chose to get out of the marriage. That took a lot of work, a lot of critical thinking. Even if you assume she didn't give you that gift....I know that its in those younger years that critical thinking skills develop - and your parents were the ones who gave you those skills. You (nor I, nor anyone) really weren't very "conscious" about how they raised you...but she (and your dad) gave you the skills it took to become agnostic. You are enlightened due to your upbringing - she (and your dad) did raise you to think critically; that's why you're here in Agnostic.com Good luck moving in to a better, single, religious-free life!

What are everyone’s thoughts on the ACA?

Robecology comments on Feb 1, 2020:

Sanders can't make this much simpler; All these facts are checkable; please; try to prove me wrong.... To wit... of the 36 most advanced nations, only one is declining in life expectancy. ...and it's that same one....the USA ...that also has more than double the cost of health care per ...

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Lauren I'm not sure I see the evidence that "the DNC once again actively working against Bernie." Please share what you've found?

Well, this is a start.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

This is humorous...but I'm impressed with the efforts of third world and minor nations to go alternative energy. The three largest Solar "farms" are in China, India, and Saudi Arabia. Wind turbine tech is being adapted everywhere. This video doesn't show "third world" adaptations...but just ...

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Jetty And Kudos to your friends in India using recycled materials to make roads!!! But let me say this about tree planting. What I've discovered is that 'tree planting" is token. Just getting land owners to let land lie undeveloped and the regrowth will naturally occur. Remember only 30-40% of land has trees...and land covers 30% of the planet; so that means only 9-12% of the planet gains from the benefits of forested areas - whereas 90% of the 70% ocean has phytoplankton floating near the surface. It gives many parts of the ocean that we see the green and brown coloration....and that also means 63% of the earth's oxygen is replenished by these microscopic floating pre-plants....who gave us our Oxygen, a billion or more years ago.

Hi all, new here.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

So #1 You're a grown woman now. Not much need, at your age, to get your parents to "accept" your non-believing, critical-thinking POV. #2. But by all means, stay in touch with them. They're not going to be around much longer. Comfort mom...she was brought up #religulous and you were ...

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@RoyMillar I'm honored that you think so. Thanks!

Well, this is a start.

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

This is humorous...but I'm impressed with the efforts of third world and minor nations to go alternative energy. The three largest Solar "farms" are in China, India, and Saudi Arabia. Wind turbine tech is being adapted everywhere. This video doesn't show "third world" adaptations...but just ...

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Jetty The points of renewable energy are that... 1. They don't use fuel 2. They don't need high heat to operate 3. They don't produce waste gases which are creating problems in our environment. And yes; for most of the renewables...most of their components will be easily recyclable. -but that's not an important goal right now. The concern about the "recyclability" of renewables, like wind turbines....is almost absurd. They will work quietly, at low heat production, for decades before they need "recycling"....and decades from now recycling will obviously be better. We will be saving kilotons of fuel digging (by huge machines that themselves are hard to recycle) We will be avoiding dumping kilotons of noxious gas in to the environment. We will be avoiding dumping excess heat in to our already overheated planet. Please; do not focus on the 'recyclability" of renewable energy tools and equipment. We are finally working to let fossil fuels stay in the ground. That will be, by far, our most important accomplishment as a civilization in the coming decades. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKCuDxpccYM=IwAR3ttXRoZE4TH2OI4VDw1qediNVGMWH9IU1wecWO3GMKYVCrtyGfgDLpMEw

I just listened to Adam Schiff make an open plea in his last attempt to remove Donald Trump from ...

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

I'm beyond angry and disgusted with the way our Senators are performing. I hope something significant happens at the SOTU address tomorrow...at least someone standing up and saying YOU LIE...as Bill suggested last Friday night.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5jkYN_wG7c

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@sassygirl3869 I won't say "Bernie or bust"...I almost said that in 2016; I'm afraid close to 100 million eligible voters said that who stayed home (see graphic, below). But I will support Bernie; if he gets the nomination in July I will commit to "generous monthly donations" until he's president. I am an American; proud of my (pre 1956) pledge (see graphic, below) and will work harder than I've ever worked to elect him.

I might have posted this before but not sure it got its due diligence

Robecology comments on Feb 3, 2020:

Wait; I thought it was Rama Lama Ding Dong! ( I was 12 years old...) by...the Edsels, of course! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KStsPPgeka4

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Rudy1962 Your meme still made me LOL! Thanks!

Happy Sunday everyone! It's pose your own question day - have at it!

Robecology comments on Feb 2, 2020:

OK: two questions; 1. Who do you favor for the Superbowl win, and why? 2.Who knew it was also Ground hog day...and why do you care/not care?

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Hastur Good call, Hastur! KC won 31 - 20..Mahomes was good, but so were the defense and his offense. Great team effort. Great game! Going through NFL withdrawal....

Inquiring minds want to know why this hawk was sitting in the street in a puddle of melting snow.

NoPlanetB comments on Feb 2, 2020:

Getting a drink.

Robecology replies on Feb 3, 2020:

@Gmak Old hawks die...this one was weak, confused, and probably on his/her last "legs"

Happy Sunday everyone! It's pose your own question day - have at it!

ZantiMisfit comments on Feb 2, 2020:

What's everyone's plans for the SuperBowl? (if you're doing anything) I'm hosting a party this year with a few friends. If you all lived near me, I'd invite you guys and gals too :)

Robecology replies on Feb 2, 2020:

The local "Inn" is having a SuperBowl "party"...so I'm going to get together with a rare visit from my very busy son...he's committed to me for this afternoon - he lives about an hour away, and is usually busy with his 3 year old... Should be fun! Follow up; we did have fun...shared some beers, had some good talk...saw some of the Super-bowl...had some good eats...NICE!

I just found a very current comparison chart for the Electric Vehicles (EV's) available out there!...

BigBadWuf comments on Feb 2, 2020:

I'm looking into the Rivian myself.

Robecology replies on Feb 2, 2020:

Yes...the Rivian's backed by both Ford and Besos/Amazon for a total of over a billion...I'm betting we'll see a lot of them on the road in a couple of years...

Enjoy your Sunday everybody☕☕🤗

Robecology comments on Feb 2, 2020:

Enjoy the Super Bowl...and thank a Ground Hog! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSVeDx9fk60

Robecology replies on Feb 2, 2020:

@AmmaRE007 I've just recently joined the ranks of coffee purists; I'm experimenting with enjoying it black. I can't get away from a need for sweetness - I need Splenda at least....and sugar if I dare....but I'm really enjoying my Java "dark"!

What are everyone’s thoughts on the ACA?

Robecology comments on Feb 1, 2020:

Sanders can't make this much simpler; All these facts are checkable; please; try to prove me wrong.... To wit... of the 36 most advanced nations, only one is declining in life expectancy. ...and it's that same one....the USA ...that also has more than double the cost of health care per ...

Robecology replies on Feb 2, 2020:

@Lauren We have to take a "leap of faith" and vote in Bernie....he's the only one progressive enough to push health care for all... See the Bernie plan numbers, above.

Enjoy your Sunday everybody☕☕🤗

Robecology comments on Feb 2, 2020:

Enjoy the Super Bowl...and thank a Ground Hog! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSVeDx9fk60

Robecology replies on Feb 2, 2020:

@Sheannutt Sorry you don't enjoy the SB....I'm a bit of an ex-jock...coached soccer and swimming in better days...still work out to stay fit...so I love the ballet-like athleticism of those pro players..

I think a test group of 120 women is small and that hormones (or reduction of) is another culprit to...

Robecology comments on Feb 1, 2020:

I read of study of population density in 1962...my junior year in HS...that had a profound effect on me. The conclusions were shocking even then...and still apply - even more so - today. Basically J.B. Calhoun proved that the more crowded it gets -the lower our sexual libido becomes (males,...

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Lauren Finally someone who's paying attention! Yes; Calhoun's study has been modified and challenged; but the basic logic remains....and it's not just rats and humans. What I'm suggesting is that it's not just the foods we eat, as the Time magazine article suggests...it's the population density that changes our behavior. Here's another study done in 08 to update Calhoun's study. https://eprints.lse.ac.uk/22514/1/2308Ramadams.pdf

Say what now?

ZantiMisfit comments on Feb 1, 2020:

I'm assuming that's a threat.

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

Imagine that same shirt on a cute woman? I might have to stomp her flag....

😂😂😂 Get you a man that can get you 💦💦💦 wet dripdrip

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

We got her number;

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Rudy1962 It's a great pin. I buy them by the dozen - wear them on my hats and visors...when someone asks me about them I offer them the pin. It's a vote enabler...I'm on my 3rd dozen. Free shipping. website's on the pin image.

What are everyone’s thoughts on the ACA?

Robecology comments on Feb 1, 2020:

Sanders can't make this much simpler; All these facts are checkable; please; try to prove me wrong.... To wit... of the 36 most advanced nations, only one is declining in life expectancy. ...and it's that same one....the USA ...that also has more than double the cost of health care per ...

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Lauren It's so shocking that even Snopes had to clarify the numbers; https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/643000-bankruptcies-in-the-u-s-every-year-due-to-medical-bills/

An Auschwitz survivor makes an emotional return 75 years later.

bigpawbullets comments on Jan 28, 2020:

But it's happening constantly. Genocide or Ethnic Cleansing is taking place somewhere on our planet as I type this.

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@alliwant I don't know where you got the idea that we "need to reduce our population"...simply getting in to the concept and value of family planning, and small families - lowering the birth rate below the normal death rate - will naturally reduce our numbers. indiscriminate bloodletting - I haven't a clue what you're implying here... But I do concur; it's a huge task...and we will probably end up with a compromise; The more efficient we become with recycling...the larger the population our planet can tolerate.

Dream Energy Generated by Our Own Little 'Sun'!

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

costing 20 Billion Euro...that's 22 billion dollars, round numbers. Imagine if they invested that in a few thousand wind generators? or how about a few square miles of solar PV? No heat needed. No containment. Simple, cool, limitless energy thanks to that big fusion reactor in the sky....that we ...

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Jetty The UK (England) is leading the world in wind-turbine energy; https://www.npr.org/2018/09/07/645565601/a-55-square-mile-wind-farm-is-now-operating-off-englands-shore

Dream Energy Generated by Our Own Little 'Sun'!

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

costing 20 Billion Euro...that's 22 billion dollars, round numbers. Imagine if they invested that in a few thousand wind generators? or how about a few square miles of solar PV? No heat needed. No containment. Simple, cool, limitless energy thanks to that big fusion reactor in the sky....that we ...

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Jetty I just can't see the wisdom nor the truth in your comment "Solar/wind/hydro power may be clean but not necessarily sustainable and limitless." They ill be far more sustainable and limitless than any fusion reaction. Fusion still involves intense, incredibly high heat - on the order of tens of thousands of degrees, C or F. That will stress and age any earthly containment. Wind generators will have a heat max of just a few hundred degrees C or F. Much, much less aging and stressful on the equipment - and far safer. Solar uses simple materials...mostly the common element silicon - we call it sand...also a basic ingredient in glass.....which will make solar energy gathering even easier than wind or hydro. Why go the complex, dangerous, high heat (fusion) direction when wind, running/flowing water, and Solar PV are cooler, simpler, and efficient? Here's a techie breakdown of what I've outlined, above; https://www.quantumrun.com/prediction/renewables-vs-thorium-and-fusion-energy-wildcards-future-energy-p5

Must see Bernie campaign video.

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

Let me add a bunch of my Bernie Memes. Please; share them on facebook...and in other groups. We need to have a big win on November.

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@mcgeo52 I'm not sure I agree with you on this statement - "Tom Perez and the DNC spending more time, money, and effort on beating Bernie than on beating Trump"...I've done a lot of research on Perez; he's trying to be fair...I seriously doubt he supports Trump more than Sanders; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Perez

Must see Bernie campaign video.

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

Let me add a bunch of my Bernie Memes. Please; share them on facebook...and in other groups. We need to have a big win on November.

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

Got a great "follow up" to this; a striking and profound "new Rules" by Bill Maher; that even has the alleged "pee tapes" (tongue firmly in cheek)...watch...and do consider sharing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5jkYN_wG7c

Must see Bernie campaign video.

Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

Let me add a bunch of my Bernie Memes. Please; share them on facebook...and in other groups. We need to have a big win on November.

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@glennlab Good point; and I've already been "reprimanded" on that one for not having good sources...and I confess....I still don't know how many of those conclusions are fact-based. So good observation!!

Is there anyway to have a real spiritual understanding with a real god please help

Robecology comments on Jan 21, 2020:

Let me ask a similar question; is there any way that Santa Claus (or the easter bunny, or the tooth fairy) can be real? Hope that helps...

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@chiara23k - I think whoever built the first church had money-making on his mind. I'm sure the #religulous organizers....not just the corporations - are very happy working on the "tithes" of the "members" and assuring that there's "income" and "charity" as well as a "tax exempt status" involved.

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Robecology comments on Jan 31, 2020:

We got her number;

Robecology replies on Feb 1, 2020:

@Rudy1962 Decide for yourself. I think I found the exact date that she'll file for divorce;

I know I'm preaching to the choir here, but in case any of you want to steal it.

Robecology comments on Jan 30, 2020:

I'm of the school that suggests that we "become" human over the years. We are not, in fact, according to most behavioral scientists - human at birth. We rarely can recall anything beyond (younger than) 3 years old....so I honestly think this time; post 3 year old - is the beginning of our ...

Robecology replies on Jan 31, 2020:

@WonderWartHog99 and what's with the "one-up-man-ship" rude comments? "I may know way more about how much fundamentalist and their cohorts than you."....yet you make contradictions like you did? I'm wasting my time. Please; no more rude remarks...or you will be blocked.