IS HE A MEXICO!?? [apnews.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2021:

From the article; Warnock makes history with Senate win as Dems near majority. What's Mexico got to do with it?

"Now, we judge people as lazy if they don’t exercise.

Robecology comments on Jan 6, 2021:

The conclusion to the article says it for me; "Dose response curves show that just 150 minutes of exercise a week — only 21 minutes a day — lowers mortality rates by about 50 percent. Knowing that, I think, can help people feel better about doing just a little exercise instead of none." I'll be going to do my 1/2 hour daily biking routine soon...

Here's a good-bye to bad rubbish that was 2020. Yea! Happy New Year! 🎉😷😷😷

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

I'm lucky I'm alive...

Status check! Has anyone heard from, or have knowledge of the reason, @cutiebeauty has gone "radio ...

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

I've had a nice off and on relationship with Kaitlyn...only on these pages...nothing personal....but I'm concerned about her well being as well. We had a few debates about things she posted on the sexy photo group....and I dropped out of the group for a while. On her profile page she seems to be "looking" again....(click on @cutiebeauty ) and this is after she mentioned that she was "engaged" or that he proposed?...so I'm guessing that her and her man (I think it was "Frankie"?) are either struggling or splitting up...or have split up? Pure conjecture on my part....but I'm concerned about her as well. Miss you, Kaitlyn!

To start off the new year on a positive note , tell us about what you like most in your current ...

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

I love my fairly good health Car (Tesla) Diet exercise routine (biking 1/2 hour- 1hour a day) Condo (overlooking the ocean) financial situation (retired - getting by - no debts) East coast Florida weather. Don't love so much that - The kids, their son (my grandson) and their daughter (my granddaughter) live a good hour away The lady friend live 2 hours away...and her health's not so good... But overall...happy to be alive and healthy - COVID free...no word from my Doc about the vaccine...but I hear it's imminent.

First post.

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

Yes; I'm from Florida; 200,000 more registered democrats than Republicans...but between the weird restrictions and the dominant GOP in the State legislature....as well as a push by the GOP (the signage has been pitifully pro-Trump) we lost the state. Make yourself at home....join lots of groups.

economics lesson for the young ...[agnostic.com]

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

It might be too late for polite reminders; 150 more births, than deaths, per minute. 220,000 more per day. 1,500,000 every week. 79 million more last year...yes; births minus deaths. Growth. Don't believe me; do the math; https://www.worldometers.info

Volcano Watch — Kīlauea’s ongoing eruption: a rising lava lake: [usgs.gov]

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

Thanks for the links. I flew over this volcano and biked down the less active one on the neighboring island (Maui?) a few years back. Amazing adventures.

Hi Everyone! Happy Tuesday!!! Hope yours is better than mine!!!!! Just had the worst day ...

Robecology comments on Jan 5, 2021:

I got a solution for ya...buy a Tesla. Hit me up for a discount code if you buy new...or buy a used one...they're getting cheaper every day...and you just plug that puppy in at night....full "tank" in the AM! www.Tesla.com

2021.

Robecology comments on Jan 4, 2021:

Sage???

Happy Monday Everyone! I'm really struggling with sleep lately and I am so exhausted.

Robecology comments on Jan 4, 2021:

Good question. I think you told us that you've been using a breathing machine to help you sleep? I'm afraid I've become an "afrin" junkie...I need a spray each night to breathe easily and let me fall to sleep. Then I'm often up a lot because of a small -shrunken bladder. Yea; I. even keep a bottle by the bed. Now on the positive side I do hit the sac 9 ish...and I'm up early - 6 ish...so I get at least 8 - 9 hours.

Something to ponder...

Robecology comments on Jan 4, 2021:

We are evolving. Agnosticism and atheism IS growing worldwide.

Some of the developments about to rock the world of transportation in almost unimaginable ways.

Robecology comments on Jan 3, 2021:

A verbose and wordy attempt to detail the wonderful news about Musk's Hyperloop. It appears you neglect to talk about the near future; Musk's push to get E.V.'s on the road with better, longer lasting and quicker charging batteries. Watch; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bqsx26EIxLk

Why is it that men can straight up tell you they aren’t attracted to you.

Robecology comments on Jan 2, 2021:

Be careful about labeling "men" with a behavior. It's showing us you're pre-judging. Obviously not all do that.

Rocks at the beach...

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2021:

How did you exaggerate the colors? Awesome image!

For some people, safety is not a priority.

Robecology comments on Jan 1, 2021:

One prevents births as well as disease spread...the other just prevents disease spread. We're growing at the horrendous rate of 150 more births, than deaths, per minute. Maybe this is predicting how we will become extinct?

Education, R&D, the arts, outcomes, national security, foreign relations, public health, culture, ...

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2020:

What's your point?

And I'm not kidding...

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2020:

As if prayers have any affect...

One of the frequent concerns we singles have , are the ever present scammers .

Robecology comments on Dec 31, 2020:

Don't think it's just young and single thats "hit on" by scammers. Once you retire...if you happen to have a "nest egg" they find out about it fast...and send you all sorts of garbage. All sorts of texts....Nope....you're not exclusive nor alone in the attack of the scammers. Latest one; "Excuse me sir....I think you dropped this $20 ....check your wallet...." don't do it. Get in your car and drive off.

Hi Everyone!!!! Happy Tuesday!!!! Made it to work today - didn't oversleep today lol!!!! Spending...

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2020:

May your 2020 hindsight be truly revealing, May 2021 be better than ever!

Happy Tuesday Friends! Which destination do you prefer, mountains or oceans?

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2020:

Both are equally refreshing and appealing. Some shorelines - and mountainous areas - are boring - some are exciting. Obviously, I prefer shorelines (see images) but one visit to the giant redwoods in California was a pleasant surprise. It depends on what peaks and shores you're desiring to visit. AND @ADMIN ISN'T IT ABOUT TIME YOU FIX THIS DOWNLOAD ISSUE? nearly ALL POSTING SIDEWARDS...WTF?

Fitness goals! Lol

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2020:

It can be an endurance workout!

'bout sums it up...

Robecology comments on Dec 30, 2020:

US English curmudgeon Definition of curmudgeon in English: curmudgeon Pronunciation /kərˈməjən/ /kərˈmədʒən/ See synonyms for curmudgeon Translate curmudgeon into Spanish NOUN A bad-tempered person, especially an old one. ‘Only the worst curmudgeon could dislike this site.’

What is this lovely plant? It is like a “grass” with lovely blue “berries”.

Robecology comments on Dec 29, 2020:

My "plantsnap" app (free) says Dianella caerulea...commonly know as Blue Flax-Lily.

Yay Science!

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2020:

Good ones, @OldMetalHead....here's my addition to those;

Do married couples, before they untie the knot, seek or get counseling?

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2020:

I was never impeded by laws requiring me to get counseling....but as a three time divorcé I did anyway....but it seemed like it just was a waste of time and money. I even went to one at the recommendation of the latest on-off girlfriend...but it led to nothing improving. I'm in love with....myself. I'm happiest - alone! I foresee problems with that some day; especially if I get suddenly ill or injured and have no one to call for assistance....but I'll cross that bridge - or not - when I come to it. Ideally; I'd like to find a young nurse who'd take care of me...without imposing her "lifestyle" on me...but It looks like that's never going to happen.

As a minimalist since well before it became a pop-culture thing, this resonates with me.

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2020:

Yep!

Yes.. I wear my shirt proudly in public!!😂😂

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2020:

I emplore **@Admin** to consider sending another shirt when we reach level 10. It could be the same shirt...you could even leave off the "dot com" thing and just print "**Agnostic**

Happy Monday Everyone! I have so much paper for the recycling bin! Do you recycle?

Robecology comments on Dec 28, 2020:

I recycled long before it was common or popular. I recall walks with my grandfather through the "trolley-car grave-yards" where he'd get everything from old springs to old motors and repair and re-apply their use to other things. I give grandpa Sam a lot of credit for inspiring me to become "Robecology" And it is simply a matter of social position in life. You waste more - you "throw away" more.....when your income's better. Simple fact of life.

the Klingons

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2020:

Neil deGrasse Tyson said this about those reindeer; eil deGrasse Tyson @neiltyson · Dec 24 Santa doesn’t know Zoology: Both male & female Reindeer grow antlers. But all male Reindeer lose their antlers in the late fall, well-before Christmas. So Santa’s reindeer, which all sport antlers, are therefore all female, which means Rudolf has been misgendered

Happy Sunday Everyone! It has been a very long week.

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2020:

January 6th will be the last chance for Trump to disrupt the Electoral college - and I understand he's planning not only a series of disruptive official actions, but he's invited the public to come to DC and "get wild". My question is; What's your opinion on this? Can he do anything to change history? Can we? Can his cabinet finally see that he's losing it and put Mike Pence in for him? Here's the official government proceedings for the Electoral college. https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/IF/IF11641 and here's his latest strategy. https://www.newsweek.com/qanon-marjorie-taylor-greene-trump-election-washington-1557379 and finally; here's what Pence can do...and many are encouraging him to proceed; https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2020/12/if-trump-uses-martial-law-pence-should-use-25th-amendment.html?fbclid=IwAR1jjS89sqJwg5Yy-v_jJkn_zsSstlRKnPiGFx6sUJ_74WsYskOtPQMzhxs I don't know...maybe I'm worrying about this too much?

I watched A Hard Day's Night yesterday, so I'm posting another song from it I really liked, partly ...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2020:

He was called the "quiet Beatle" for obvious reasons. He took a back seat to Lennon and McCartney's driving power. Not a bad thing....his rare originals are gems....

If chasers are people who go after a certain quality in a sexual partner, then does that mean that ...

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2020:

Pidgeon-hole much?

Have anyone of been schooled by your partner for "being too nice" ?

Robecology comments on Dec 27, 2020:

It's a fine line when you're in a relationship....especially if the other partner's insecure. You have two choices; 1. Reflect on her wisdom...maybe you are being "too nice" and that reflects on her. Consider that she's right...and that you owe her better attention. 2. Reflect on getting caught being excessively friendly in front of her. Were you? Are you tired/bored/falling out of love with your main partner? Think; did you "get your ass handed to you" or did you just get "made"? If you get humble and re-direct your friendliness toward her....you'll keep her. If you get arrogant you're not ready to keep her...you're still "in the hunt" - that might be OK...or you might lose a winner who's got your number.

Edgar Mitchell Apollo 14 astronaut

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2020:

A holiday joke about astronauts; What's on the feet of every successful Astronaut? Answer; Missile Toes. I even have an illustration to (sort of) illustrate...

Happy Friday and for those of you who celebrate it, Merry Christmas.

Robecology comments on Dec 25, 2020:

It's been pretty much proven that Christmas day is the first day (following the 12/21 Winter solstice) when the length of the daylight hours begins to increase, while the length of darkness begins to shorten again. It's this that we celebrate....not the birth of Christ. We celebrate the return of the sun....happy 25th of December! Oh...and here's a few of my recent memes I've collected...one from 102 years ago!

I looooove California rolls, every time i have them i sink into a dark void and all i see is the ...

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2020:

@TimothySkaggs; Pre-made is cool...home made is better. And once you roll and cut your first homemade roll..THEN you will be deeper in to that dark void. Basically the hardest part is making the sticky and pricey sushi rice, and rolling it in the seaweed sheet. The easy/cheap part is the imitation crab and avocado inside; and those store-made ones look like they're not to well placed inside... You can even buy a Sushi-roll torpedo (google it) if you're not comfortable "rolling your own". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXXznJPnPMY

It's Tuesday! One of my idiosyncrasies is that I have to have the volume on an even number.

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2020:

LOL...Elon Musk made the Tesla car music volume goes up to 11....he did that on purpose! He tweeted this just this past October; Tweet @elonmusk · Oct 5 Music volume on a Tesla goes to 11, because it’s louder than 10

just finished a supper i threw together & cooked in 5 mins.

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2020:

OK...good idea; But i see the Tikka Masala sauces and the dried spices in a jar; and I'm wondering...is it better to simply make your own? Which is better; raw spice or sauce? Homemade or store-bought? The prices for store bought are outragious....I'm guessing because of the contents of the rare flower stamens - is it Saffron? Anyway; I have Cardamom, Chili, Cumin, and even a little Safron...let's discuss!

Anyone see it?

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2020:

Funny how that scene of Leonardo DiCaprio in Django Unchained became so popular! https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/hollywood-news/leonardos-memes-from-django-unchained-available-as-a-face-mask.html

Thoughtful discussion on COVID and related issues. [gatesnotes.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 23, 2020:

Scary mutant strain might be dubbed COVID20 in honor of the terrible year...In Bill's words,; " Computer models suggest that the pandemic could get even worse over the next month or so..." https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2020/12/mutant-coronavirus-united-kingdom-sets-alarms-its-importance-remains-unclear?fbclid=IwAR0BWZgcqgLlBzhEoNBBCV4D_zAA5uoPMIiud4pGB-GyzWxN__VITYYodq4

I had the rudest, slowest, and nastiest cashier today.

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2020:

Au Contraire....I keep a bill in my pocket and "slip" it to any employee who assists me on the self-check-out line...and I often need assistance. Those folks are desperate for some $$ and if we T.I.P. the usual food service there's nothing wrong with tipping the employees who help us check our stuff out. (I say "slip it" to them because if you do it blatantly they're obligated to refuse it...you have to "stuff it in their pocket"....sad....but that's how it works.

Cute, but probably correct.

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2020:

U.S. cars were officially required to show dual - both MPH and KPH - readings by 1976....yet it's still lagging behind in fluid containers and road signs. The U.S. will "catch up" to the rest of the world around the same time we "catch up" with universal health care...some day in the. not to close future. https://www.curbsideclassic.com/blog/qotd/qotd-whats-up-with-this-vega-speedometer-when-did-us-speedometers-first-start-also-showing-kmh/

The “Great Conjuction” of Saturn and Jupiter.

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2020:

@EyesThatSmile share this with them...

How would you answer this question lol?

Robecology comments on Dec 22, 2020:

What he's called at least 15 people publicly; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj01Gi22LsM

This might be a serious "bite" in right-wing/conservative media's butt; [nytimes.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2020:

Mr. Mugica has emerged as an unlikely figure with the power to put the genie back in the bottle. Last week, his lawyer sent scathing letters to the Fox News Channel, Newsmax and OAN demanding that they immediately, forcefully clear his company’s name — and that they retain documents for a planned defamation lawsuit. He has, legal experts say, an unusually strong case. And his new lawyer is J. Erik Connolly, who not coincidentally won the largest settlement in the history of American media defamation in 2017, at least $177 million, for a beef producer whose “lean finely textured beef” was described by ABC News as “pink slime.”

It is absolutely sickening that when it comes to political gambits, people don't respect the rules ...

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2020:

@DZukovin They - you. - do what you can get away with. They play by the rules....but some of the rules are hidden in the documents and long-winded 'legaleeze" contracts. I hand it to Trump. He warned us in the debates with Hillary; he said it more than once ""I took advantage of loopholes" - He may have a low reading level...and make dumb and arrogant remarks...but he knows exactly what he can get away with. You say "It is absolutely sickening"....don't get sick....get busy. Contact your congress people. Contact your senators. Keep calling. Keep signing petitions. If you got $$ keep donating to causes you support. I think this is the one we all should be focused on; https://ballotpedia.org/End_Citizens_United_PAC

Does anyone in here believe in reincarnation?

Robecology comments on Dec 21, 2020:

@DBlaine There's a remote possibility that a trace of your DNA remains whole (in teeth, hair, and fingernails, for example; - scientists have found ancient DNA in well preserved remains) but it would take an intentional effort to transfer that DNA to a reproductive tissue (sperm or eggs) to even have a remote chance of "reincarnation" - it's called "cloning"....you might create a "twin" of yourself...but with no association other than looking exactly alike. Only flowers, rodents, and sheep have been "cloned" to date. Google "Cloning" So inform or ask your family or friends to preserve some part of you...then ask a relative to have that DNA inserted in to their sperm/eggs and yea - a similar form of who you are might be reproduced....but with no memories - it's like having a twin of you born after you die...not reincarnation by a long shot. And we have cloned sheep....so if you're desperate speak to a scientist in this area who may be able to save your DNA for a future twin of you...but sorry...no "reincarnation"

Filed under "Doh".

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2020:

https://giphy.com/gifs/schittscreek-schitts-creek-605-hXPd38V8kCQqr04JdP You think?

Did i miss some rule disclosure where the use of the word fuck was prohibited?

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2020:

I think we have an obscure setting in our home page that asks to post stars. (****) in place of profanities. I think you can turn that on and off.

Happy Sunday Everyone! It's pose your own question day. Please have fun!

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2020:

I've been called a pessimist because I keep talking about H.sapiens extinction here and on my Blog (http://robecology.blogspot.com). So - my question is how many are "optimistic" that humanity will solve the environmental/population crisis, how many are "pessimistic" and why?

How has anyone been dating in the days of COVID? I've given it up. I barely see friends.

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2020:

Not a bad thing to be taking a break from dating...The world's been growing...as in "reproducing"...150 more births, than deaths, per minute, 220,000 more per day. Again; that's births, minus deaths....so we need to slow that down a bit. Regroup. Fall in love with yourself. Focus on self-awareness. This isn't a bad thing. https://www.worldometers.info

We'll soon get to the end of it!

Robecology comments on Dec 20, 2020:

Be prepared; 2021 doesn't promise much; 1. Vaccines. for COVID19 won't be commonly available for months. 2. Trump will continue his fundraising and anti-democracy rallies. 3. We are growing by 150 more births, than deaths, per minute; 220,000 more per day. 4. Huge glaciers threaten to break off drift in to open waters, slow/stop the Gulf stream, produce worse weather, raise sea levels. https://www.worldometers.info Sorry; buckle up!

Something is wrong here...

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

I so miss George. I think his death was not only untimely...but it was a result of willful neglect on the part of professional caretakers.

"I'm not saying God doesn't exist, I'm saying it would be nice if God existed"- one of my all time ...

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

@Ashwin Please elaborate....why do you think "it would be nice if God existed"? What makes you inspired to say that? In the meantime, while you're thinking of an answer, read these;

Ahh...what was I saying...

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

That's kind of the reason I swore off pot. When you're young and get high...people laugh at your stupidity and munchies....When you're older they say...uh-oh...mentally disabled/alzheimer's ...or...eating disorders...food addict....not to mention what it does to my B.P.; sadly...my pot days are done...

Happy Saturday Everyone. What are you up to?

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

Five foot, 6 inches....though I fear that I've shrunk some since my late 60's...

You're all scared aren't ya?!

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

I have read that vaccines for COVID19 won't become widely available until June or July...so...no...this won't be a good year. I've also read that as our population continues to grow (150 more births, than deaths, per minute, 220,000 more per day) that we are speeding up our pollution rate, our chances for another pandemic, and our rush toward widespread poverty. Viruses are getting stronger, as well as vectors for disease spread....especially mosquitoes! Oh...and ice melt rate is increasing in both Antarctica and Arctic regions. Seas may start rising drastically. Happy 2021, all! It's beginning to look like tough times began in 2020.... https://www.worldometers.info

Hey guys.

Robecology comments on Dec 19, 2020:

@EyesThatSmile; Back story, please! How come you're "just meeting him"?

😁...........

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Maybe...but only if....

This is some of the petrified wood that I have discovered on my property.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Where was this found? (Where's Vaughn?)

Mount Rushmore

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

I get why the did the carving. It was a noble effort. What's not noble is that it was done on land that recently had belonged to the Native American tribes in the area...as were most lands in the U.S.; and we lied and cheated to steal most of these locations. The creation of Mount Rushmore is a story of struggle — and to some, desecration. The Black Hills are sacred to the Lakota Sioux, the original occupants of the area when white settlers arrived. For some, the four presidents carved in the hill are not without negative symbolism. The Sioux have never had much luck dealing with white men. In the Treaty of 1868, the U.S. government promised the Sioux territory that included the Black Hills in perpetuity. Perpetuity lasted only until gold was found in the mountains and prospectors migrated there in the 1870s. The federal government then forced the Sioux to relinquish the Black Hills portion of their reservation. https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/rushmore-sioux/

This is just one of the many insane posts floating around the Internet right now.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Did some googling... First one proven false/ a lie. https://www.poynter.org/?ifcn_misinformation=viral-text-says-that-wuhan-biological-laboratory-is-owned-by-glaxo-and-pfizer-laboratories

This is just one of the many insane posts floating around the Internet right now.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Pfizer was refused financial help by the Trump "Warp speed" consortium...so they went to Germany; Now Trump is touting Pfizer as being the first to come out with a Vaccine....that clearly was NOT sponsored nor funded by any Americans nor him; https://fortune.com/2020/11/09/pfizer-vaccine-funding-warp-speed-germany/

Sad story, 2 don't exist and one shouldn't

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Osteen is which one?

HAS SCIENCE BECOME A RELIGION? - Abdurraheem Green - LDM Show - YouTube

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

@Affrives So #1; Both of the video participants are of the Muslim faith. So of course they're going to try to minimize/trivialize science.....but they - you - can't. #2. Science is not a body of knowledge - it's a learning strategy. If you practice fact-based information you're being scientific. If you're expressing faith in unproven doctrine - you're being religious - the opposite of being scientific. Science is not dependent on blind obedience....religion is. #3.The best scientists are always open to change. They welcome being proven wrong. The best religious are locked in to the words and sayings of their originators, their "prophets. They try to apply their ancient wisdom to modern life....and they are failing. #4. Science is a process of evaluating and analyzing data. Religion if a process of accepting doctrine. I won't bother continuing to expound upon the absurdity of your video...just let me share these memes; I know you fear them...but please consider them...read them. Welcome to Agnostic.com. Do bring your religious arguments....we here at www.agnostic.com welcome the curious and the fence sitter. You wil learn the truth, and the facts. You will analyze them....you will be scientific...or you won't - you will hold on to your religion. السلام عليكم

States Say Trump Administration is Reducing Vaccine Shipments Officials in multiple states say ...

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

There's a strategy that Trump bought months ago...the "Herd mentality". He and his empaths suggest that everyone just "catch it-deal with it - get immunity to it". So naturally...being a "lame duck"...he's going to push his strategy as well as he can...slow down vaccine deliveries. etc. https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2020/09/16/trump-says-with-a-herd-mentality-covid-19-coronavirus-will-go-away/?sh=630b46ad1dde

He is right

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Dawkins, too suggested the same strategy;

That ought to keep things toasty as we sit by the roaring fire, realizing we don't have a fireplace

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Reminds me of the circuit overload scene in "Griswald Christmas" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXaw70X7wb4

Here's your sign. Mic drop.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

I think St. Nicholas was born in Greece, and did most of his "saintly" work Turkey! In his later life it was suggested that he had imitators. Interesting side story; his most prodigious activity was the spreading of Oranges as a popular treat. He often did "sneak in" to homes and stuff them in to stockings (actually hanging by the fireplace to dry). The myths about his sleigh and reindeer had some validity as well...he did have huge sacs of oranges that he distributed widely....using his sleigh and reindeer. Of course the Christian trend was to exaggerate everything...so he then was said to "fly", he allegedly landed on rooftops, worked at the north pole, and went down chimneys to leave his "prizes" according to the middle ages myth-makers. Oh...and say "Saint Nicholas" fast a few times...and you get Santa Claus. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Nicholas

It is absolutely sickening that when it comes to political gambits, people don't respect the rules ...

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

I think the biggest mistake we made in the past two decades - that encouraged all this cheating and greed - is the passage of "Citizen's United" amendment to the constitution. It sound's so "user friendly" but what it means....simply....is that anyone can donate any amount - anonymously - to any candidate. It allows what we used to call "payola" or "bribery"...or paying off politicians. It will take a 2/3 vote in both houses and a signature by the president to amend it...but we must. It's crucial; https://www.opensecrets.org/political-action-committees-pacs/C00573261/summary/2020

I think most people feel the same way.

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

LOVE Penn....Here's another famous quip of his;

What Would Richard Dawkins Do?

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

Here's Dawkin's comment on Trump and Biden;

Another beautiful story from deep time. [youtube.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 18, 2020:

The cartoon movie "Ice Age, the Meltdown" was based on a huge sudden dam collapse. I buy that theory.

What does everyone think about Joe/Harris and fracking?

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

https://www.desertsun.com/story/news/environment/2020/09/23/newsom-aims-phase-out-new-hydraulic-fracking-permits-california-2024/3506908001/

Happy Thursday Everyone! What's something that someone did this year that you haven't seen done in ...

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Lived isolated - almost entirely alone! Oh...and speaking of Christmas cards...there's a nice line of e-cards....complete with classical music (if you choose) - Go to Jhttps://www.jacquielawson.com and check it out...$20 a year, $30 for two.

This scene occurred very near my home in Florida.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

A challenging dinner.

I would have little doubt of this.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Vlad and Melania would make a far better couple...

Got all excited when I saw this.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Not surprised. I'm betting that Trump will hop on one of his yachts and set sail for one of his foreign properties; I'm guessing Dubai, U.A.E.- women used to wearing face-masks there, I'm guessing DJT will love the male-dominant society there.

Trump considered refusing to leave White House on inauguration day.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

A great Youtube response; Trump fires Trump. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMbEsg6d4eA

Canada is providing people with $500 a week. For up to 26 weeks.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

I put an angry emoji...but feel helpless. We have to win the Senate race in Georgia to get a balanced Senate.

Good for him, I guess.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

LOL!

One small benefit of living alone.

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Happy to have a distant/occasional lover/friend. She's a Director of Nurses, so she has little people contact...so I generally don't fear "COVID19" when I'm with her...but it's on my mind. This was/is/will leave a legacy of horror - but I'm afraid it's just the tip of the iceberg; a lot tougher nastier pandemics are coming as we continue to grow (150 more births, than deaths, per minute) and resources/jobs dwindle/pollution/ and parasites/disease vectors grow. https://www.worldometers.info

What does everyone want for Christmas?

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

five funny (to me, at least) holiday/Santa memes.

As we say a heartfelt goodbye and good riddance to 2020 , what could be more applicable than a 2020 ...

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

My favorite 2020 meme;

Exactly...

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Clever!

As we say a heartfelt goodbye and good riddance to 2020 , what could be more applicable than a 2020 ...

Robecology comments on Dec 17, 2020:

Good one!!!

Even Mitch is done with you.

Robecology comments on Dec 16, 2020:

While we're on the topic; Here's a great photo-shopped video of "Apprentice" Trump firing POTUS Trump... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMbEsg6d4eA

Why getting rid of Trump is like getting rid of an abusive spouse; Scary, profound wisdom ...

Robecology comments on Dec 16, 2020:

Too true!

What day is it?

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

Yeh...ain't it funny how coffee clears the cobwebs?

36 Questions: What is the dumbest way you’ve been injured?

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

Three dumb ways... 1. As a third grader, thinking that I could play "football" and not get hurt. Ended up wearing a cast for months. 2. As a teen...cooking bacon, then trying to pull a pan full of hot grease off the cooktop....scared on my thumb for life. 3. As an adult, tying a young dog to bike and trying to go for a run with him pulling the bike...Collarbone brace resulted for a couple months.

[amp.cnn.com] Cuomo signs law allowing NY to prosecute pardoned criminals. Good move!!!!!

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

Let us not forget. To be deemed "pardoned" is also to admit you broke the law. https://www.npr.org/2020/11/26/939306881/what-the-constitution-says-about-the-presidents-pardoning-power

“Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and ...

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

As a demographer I have to disagree. There's little to no drive to " spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats" if one is alon or isolated. The problems rise when our - or any organism's - population density reaches a critical point. The levels frustration fall with the evolution of a working society (n other words, laws, rules, and mores are shared and respected) and rise when that society gets too crowded. It's been proven to be true for plants, insects, almost every living being....isolate them and they strive for cooperation. Crowd them and an instinct stirs that brings up the-black-flag-raising-throat-slitting impulse. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1501789/pdf/califmed00143-0080.pdf

A comment posted from a discussion on this site by Hank This is just for you! It is an ...

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

#1. As I told my students for 45 years, being scientific, or performing a scientific experiment makes you a "scientist"...it's not necessarily a paid position #2.Scientific thinking is what separates the religious from the unreligious or non-religious. To be considered atheistic or agnostic - it almost demands, and certainly goes hand-in-hand with being scientific.

One does what one is; one becomes what one does.

Robecology comments on Dec 15, 2020:

Yes; I concur; the (Gregorian/Christian) new year's "resolutions" are a bit of a joke. Kudos on deciding to get fit...it's a real challenge to fight hunger, to change one's diet and exerciser routines.. As a health teacher I taught that eating habits were ingrained in us in much the same way as religion was/is...before we could walk and talk our loving parents said certain things, and fed us certain things. When we cried/got emotional. parents have a choice; to ignore, to physically comfort, or to shove food in our mouths. And that food could have been anything from breast milk to milk-duds - from a healthy nutritious snack to a weight-gaining one...and again...all before we could walk and talk. The addiction ran deep...so you deserve a pat on the back for changing - and "resolving" to change it...regardless of the calendar.

"Cutie"

Robecology comments on Dec 14, 2020:

Are you referring to @CutieBeauty?

Sadly true...

Robecology comments on Dec 14, 2020:

Let me add my latest...

My Superpower!

Robecology comments on Dec 14, 2020:

Or..."I could have told you that"....

Not sure what Buenos are but I get the message

Robecology comments on Dec 14, 2020:

Savoring before dining....

Ten Exquisite Creatures That Once Roamed the Earth: [smithsonianmag.com]

Robecology comments on Dec 13, 2020:

It looks like we as a species are lined up for extinction. Most ecologists believe that we are in the midst of the sixth mass extinction. Humanity’s impact on nature, they say, is now comparable to the five previous catastrophic events over the past 600 million years, during which up to 95 percent of the planet’s species disappeared. We may very well be. But recent studies have cited extinction rates that are extremely fuzzy and vary wildly. https://e360.yale.edu/features/global_extinction_rates_why_do_estimates_vary_so_wildly