A few more raptors from yesterday.

Robecology comments on Dec 13, 2020:

Can you identify the birds we're seeing?

I like how she thinks.

Robecology comments on Dec 13, 2020:

Funny Stuff! There's plenty of different "dick-pic" masks available for the smart gal who has a sense of humor! https://www.amazon.com/Printed-Bandanas-Windproof-Balaclava-Outdoors-Festivals/dp/B086SZ99XP/ref=pd_sbs_121_2/133-1150704-8697745?_encoding=UTF8=B086SZ99XP=3a4b251f-1712-4c18-8a8e-843f9c7e7eb7=7sMHr=ycrro=ed1e2146-ecfe-435e-b3b5-d79fa072fd58=07JR4GGG1GMQWQ10J7A6=1=07JR4GGG1GMQWQ10J7A6

Buckle up and batten down.

Robecology comments on Dec 12, 2020:

Not surprised. We've reached a critical point in population density...we're now much closer to everyone else - and the germ transmission rate is going up - rapidly - in dense population areas. Only a few decades ago the population was 4 billion...now we're closing in on 8 billion. And we're increasing...births minus deaths...at 150 more per minute. See the data link, below. Viruses need a certain minimal distance to transmit...and we're getting closer to that every minute/hour/day. Viruses go through a lifespan in 8 hours. One will make 4 - which will make 8 - in 24 hours. https://www.worldometers.info

It took me seconds to decide I didn't like the new visual style of this site.

Robecology comments on Dec 12, 2020:

No difference noted...using a Macbook air

Why are the pictures sideways. Why. Make it stop.

Robecology comments on Dec 12, 2020:

I concur; and it's been an issue for months now.

Florida reindeer...

Robecology comments on Dec 12, 2020:

That appears to be an albino Gator; they're actually fairly common.

Happy Thursday Everyone. What's the difference between healthy and boring?

Robecology comments on Dec 10, 2020:

I remember being struck by a cartoon meme - a sort of split screen showing two essentially similar people - One a healthy person - eating right, exercising, sleeping....doing all the right strategies, worlking on having a positive personality; but that person lived in a "Cocoon" of sorts. Then there's the risk-taker...(s)he eats carelessly, exercises in spurts or often not at all, and lives a full and "vivacious" life. Will the "cacoon" dweller/perfect eater/exerciser live longer? Probably. Will their life be "fuller"? - that's the big question. IMO...that's a popular new abbreviation for "In My Opinion" .... We have to strike a balance. Live our lives - focus on healthy...but don't fear the binge...live safely...but don't "cocoon" Trauma bonding? Had to google that one...Im so sad that there's a name for liking to be abused or thinking abusive behavior is in any way desirable. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traumatic_bonding

Ok! I got the message!

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

LOL...stole this...shared on FB!

An atheist believes that a hospital should be built instead of a church.

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

Yep!

Yeah well, it is 2020 after all...

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

Shared on FB! Love it!

I'm not sure where to post this, yet I remember a member here talking about Paul in the Bible.

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

I don't get it.

I am writing to all members that can read my post.

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

Hi from the East coast...on the Atlantic - here in Ft, Pierce, Florida! By the way, @admin; I'm getting really tired of trying to post pics...I have this one in my file both regular and upside down...and they BOTH appear upside down here!

It's amazing that a cartoon created in 1941 applies so well 80 years later.

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

Wow...profound wisdom....by a very young Dr. Seuss; Shared on F.B.! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dr._Seuss

It's Wild and Wacky Wednesday! Let's see yer funny stuff!

Robecology comments on Dec 9, 2020:

On the off chance that you've been getting back to work...here's the classic; Smile! It's "hump day"!! https://www.google.com/url?sa=i=https%3A%2F%2Fgiphy.com%2Flol%2Fdays-of-the-week%2F10-gifs-to-help-you-celebrate-hump-day=AOvVaw1PJeFGIcxXAA-d8xL-biUp=1607625134594000=images&cd=vfe=0CAIQjRxqFwoTCKCm5LrEwe0CFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD

I think we might have a problem...

Robecology comments on Dec 8, 2020:

That stainless slab is getting a lot of attention!

Happy Tuesday wonderful people! What is something new that you would like to try?

Robecology comments on Dec 8, 2020:

Canoeing or traveling down (or up?) the Amazon river has a lot of appeal to me....and is within reach. I only went to two islands of Hawaii...Maui (loved the 27 mile downhill bike coasting) and the Big island (doors off flight over hot lava...memorable) Now it's time to see the other isles.

Interviewing the cat after he destroyed a 16 foot spruce in the foyer

Robecology comments on Dec 7, 2020:

proof;

Made sugar free home grown Raspberry jam today.

Robecology comments on Dec 7, 2020:

Ugh....can't stand the aftertaste from Stevia. I"ve tried several brands...maybe - I think I read - it's my particular genetic make up that discerns the bitter after taste more than most. I'm OK with Sucralose (brand name- splenda...but there's cheaper non-brand name sucralose in packets and in granular form). I've already made a cranberry sugar free jelly...I also made mine with Three packets of gelatin...and that proved to be too much gelatin....I'd recommend to try less to get a more "jam" effect; ( three packets might make it too stiff/jelly-like). Looks delicious though!

I need to get back on the road before I get into trouble

Robecology comments on Dec 7, 2020:

you laugh; but that will happen... It's not a matter of if....but when. The virus has an 8 hour life cycle...by the end of the day, one parent already has 4 grandchildren. Actually; it's exponentially explosive (double a number 4 times and you'll see what I mean)....and mutations are happening faster and spreading easier as we humans grow (150 more births, than deaths, per minute) to be more and more...making it easier to transmit. Get familiar with these terms...R sub-naught in particular. COVID19 was the tip of the iceberg. We ain't seen nothin' yet. https://www.healthline.com/health/r-nought-reproduction-number#meaning Here's where I got the population data from; https://www.worldometers.info

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

Robecology comments on Dec 6, 2020:

I'm a little late today...but here goes; 2 parts; 1. When do you think DJT will "concede" 2. Assuming he doesn't where do you expect he'll be on Jan 20th?

Pretty sunset from Kissimmee's Lakefront Park, FL yesterday evening.

Robecology comments on Dec 6, 2020:

That deep blue to orange-red transition...you caught it perfectly!.,,,especially in the 2nd shot. Nice!

Out raking up seed pods yesterday & found this under one of our Blue Spruces.

Robecology comments on Dec 6, 2020:

I hope you put it back up in a good location. They are re-used!

Actually, many people are much safer, now that they commute from their bedroom to their kitchen.

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

Here's my latest mask memes;

Just a proposal/suggestion here but, why don't we make things just a little bit more interesting?

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

I concur about rewards after reaching level 9. I got my T shirt. I got my pen....now I'm looking for the "carrot" that token trick that'll keep me inspired...Perhaps another shirt?

Societies around the world are slowly (soemtimes begrudgingly) accepting the varieties of sexual ...

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

It's a scientifically proven fact; the more crowded ANY population of organisms gets...the less sexually active they become, and the more sexual variants occur. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1501789/pdf/califmed00143-0080.pdf

My son says that the cats like to hunt the Xmas tree.

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

It's true!

Isn't capitalism great

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

That's why there's anti-trust laws and unions in America. Capitalism is occurring in Communist and other autocratic nations. Many people in America take advantage of cheap overseas labor to get American products made there....sold here. Don't get me started.

[youtu.

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

I own a Tesla with navigation, Autopilot and adaptive Cruise control..and in general I must report that it's an ultra conservative, PITA. We call it "ghost braking" - but I think you get the idea. Don't get me wrong...it's OK for stop and go traffic...and long stretches on the highway...and the directions are adaptive...if you make a wrong turn it quickly shows you how to correct it...so the map nav in particular is useful...but the rest....meh!

You knew sooner or later it would happen

Robecology comments on Dec 5, 2020:

LOL...I ordered a pair...and even got a box of the paper ones for my nurse-friends!

They could use this to describe 2020 [youtu.be]

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

He really set a trend with that video!

Happy Thursday Everyone! Work was hella busy today, so I was unable to get to posting before now.

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

I hate to admit it; but this horrible behavior by our POTUS has just riled me. Those of us who feel confident in the "American way" are 99% sure Biden will be inaugurated on Jan 20th. But having said that - there's 1% assumption that Trump might make a significant stir. Trump might try one of several things. He might end up totally free, with a pension - or in jail. Here's the options as I see it. He might try an "inauguration party" at Mar a Lago....and though he won't resist moving out of the WH...he will resist several other "holdings" given to him as "commander in Chief" He will possibly claim he's still POTUS. He might be a "flight risk"...and might end up being quietly "detained" He might go through the courts and arrange a stall on the Electoral college tabulation, and/or the Congressional final count. He might end up being declared pardoned of all charges - assuming he just agrees to not press the "fraud" allegations any more. This is a troubling period of time coming up... but again...it's troubling only in a small way. It's embarrassing for us as Americans that he's fighting this. It's sad for us that we had to do so many mail-in ballots. It's sad that the resistance to mailing ballots. to minority voting, and to getting properly registered to vote was such a struggle. And finally...I have to add...that it's frustrating for many of us to tolerate the win for "centrist" Biden....many of us were hoping for Bernie. Sorry - had to rant. And I don't feel much better...but thanks for giving me the platform!

Christmas 2020 style!

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

I know this is intended as a joke...but many believe - falsely - that wind energy kills a lot of birds, and there's even been some congresspeople who've actually seriously declared that it will be bad for earth. I hope I don't see this used by anti-renewable energy folk...but I fear it might be. And who can forget Trump's serious reference to them causing "cancer'?

Hi - I'm not sure what to do about something.

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

Those of us who feel confident in the "American way" are 99% sure Biden will be inaugurated on Jan 20th. But having said that - there's 1% assumption that Trump might make a significant stir. Trump might try one of several things. He might end up totally free, with a pension - or in jail. Here's the options as I see it. 1. He might try an "inauguration party" at Mar a Lago....and though he won't resist moving out of the WH...he will resist several other "holdings" given to him as "commander in Chief" He will possibly claim he's still POTUS. 2. He might be a "flight risk"...and might end up being quietly "detained" 3. He might go through the courts and arrange a stall on the Electoral college tabulation, and/or the Congressional final count. 4. He might end up being declared pardoned of all charges - assuming he just agrees to not press the "fraud" allegations any more. This is a troubling period of time coming up... but again...it's troubling only in a small way. It's embarrassing for us as Americans that he's fighting this. It's sad for us that we had to do so many mail-in ballots. It's sad that the resistance to mailing ballots. to minority voting, and to getting properly registered to vote was such a struggle. And finally...I have to add...that it's frustrating for many of us to tolerate the win for "centrist" Biden....many of us were hoping for Bernie.

How can any forget the Lone Ranger music.

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

A still picture with such "moving" music? Booooooo!

Look who I found on Tinder! Lol

Robecology comments on Dec 3, 2020:

So that tells you three things about him; he's either morbidly ugly or thinks his humor is charming....he alleges he's a bounty hunter....another sign of aggression - and he's arrogant and righteous. I'm betting he's #religulous too.

Patterns...

Robecology comments on Nov 30, 2020:

Excellent. Frame-able.

Yes! I was reading 'The Atheist Pig' comics, and went across a statement in this comic found ...

Robecology comments on Nov 30, 2020:

The only flaw in your logic is when you say you "realized is that Christians can't be saved" . True atheists don't concern themselves with "saving" one's soul...or even having a "soul" for that matter. One thing the bible said that's science..."From dust you came and to dust you shall return". Sad, but true; here's more accurate, and scientifically provable atheist memes.

post thanksgiving Christmas dump

Robecology comments on Nov 30, 2020:

Good ones; stole the "message to my adult kids" and "last thing an ornament sees" one.

Happy Sunday Everyone! It's pose your own question day! Please pose your questions, and have fun!

Robecology comments on Nov 29, 2020:

What's your POV on the Electoral College? I'm afraid that DJT will do everything in his power to change the outcome of this election...and if that means going to Washington on Dec 14th to personally appeal to every elector....I wouldn't put it passed him. I recall doing a report on it for a high school class over 50 years ago....and yet we still cling to this old system....and I don't foresee the constitutional amendment required to change or cancel it in the near future. Here's an article - a PDF, actually - from the U.S. Congress about it...to give you the details; I know this is a world-wide audience; so your opinions are valued! https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/IF/IF11641

A few for today:

Robecology comments on Nov 29, 2020:

"Don we now our plague apparel"....I want that sign!

"This planet has, or had, a problem, which was this.

Robecology comments on Nov 28, 2020:

interesting. I predict that we're on the brink of extinction...but that will only re-set the evolutionary clock back a few to a dozen or more million years. I'm guessing most large land mammals will die off. I'm guessing that Procyon genus (raccoons) will evolve in to dominance; then evolve larger size and even more intelligence. Who knows - they might re-invent technology and even "digital watches"? Meanwhile whales and dolphins will continue their evolution. I think they're the smartest; as the original post suggests...they never "left the oceans".

New contraception...

Robecology comments on Nov 28, 2020:

Stolen and saved. Will be shared on FB...good one!

”Do one thing every day that scares you.

Robecology comments on Nov 28, 2020:

She made a comment about being "Liberal" that's become a favorite meme;

The Koprulu Canyon, (Kanyon) in Turkey.

Robecology comments on Nov 28, 2020:

Many call water colorless...but this, and/or any cruise over deep clear ocean water proves the deep blue-green tint where thicker quantities are visible. Thanks for the splendid images!

Good Morning - it's Friday and it's beautiful! I'm snagging my kiddos and heading off for a hike to ...

Robecology comments on Nov 27, 2020:

I stopped by Walmart just out of curiosity. NBD...but beware - a guy walked up to me in the parking lot and showed me a $20....and said "you must have just dropped this" I started to take it when he said "check your wallet"....that's when I figured out I was being "set up" and left him standing there. Scary, desperate folk out there. Beware.

For those without a comfort human this winter, how do you keep cozy and warm?

Robecology comments on Nov 25, 2020:

No dog...and the rare visits from the long distance lady-friend require careful blanket and clothing choices.

Ah the pleasures of (at this moment in time) living in North Dakota.

Robecology comments on Nov 25, 2020:

YOU sir, are one of the few patriots who care about science.......

I ran out of lemons so used Calamondin oranges on the salmon instead.

Robecology comments on Nov 25, 2020:

i bet it was delicious!

What christians like to think an atheist is. 😂

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

A few memes to keep handy...

Field geology at Mars' equator points to ancient megaflood: [sciencedaily.com]

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

NBD. I've been following the "comet origin" theories closely. There's now evidence that most of the DNA on our planet started on another one - or two = or more. Apparently there might have been a world that formed in the "goldilocks zone" (just far enough from the sun to allow liquid water to form) prior to earth... It formed...formed oceans....formed life....then exploded. The oceans flash froze....but stayed in orbit around the sun. That explains the abundance of icy comets that rained down on early earth... So we might have been "innoculated" with DNA and simple life forms that started on another planet (Octopi have nearly 50% unexplainable, unmatchable DNA). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formation_and_evolution_of_the_Solar_System

Just realized I hit 3 years being on Agnostic.

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

Wow; coming up on 3 years here myself! Dec 17th, 2017 was my joining date.

This article about the American President and President Elect’s views on power in the Country has ...

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

Glad Joe's pushing moving away from Fossil fuels. Yea, it's a slap in the face of the FFC (Fossil fuel consortium)....but those folk have let greed get the best of them...to the point of disregarding the environment. Look at this chart; bet you didn't have any idea how little we in the US pay for fuel taxes...but that's the result of FFC has been funneling money to states to keep the fuel taxes low and keep America hooked on gas...

Happy Monday! What's the most recent invention that you've discovered?

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

3 - D pens; Here's one for under $100; https://www.amazon.com/MYNT3D-Professional-Printing-OLED-Display/dp/B01BLQ24IW/ref=asc_df_B01BLQ24IW/?tag=hyprod-20=df0=198075363731==g=11625227487739653360====c===1015031=pla-379124055002=1

Happy Tuesday! Which charity or charitable cause is your favourite to which to contribute?

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

I'm not Christian; but the Christian minister and his wife who "adopted" the mother of my son (my ex since '88) have become a favorite charity of mine. He (Jerrell Hill) and his wife Fern run a ranch/school for kids kicked out of homes and who've been in trouble with the law. They get referred to the "**Timothy Hill Children's ranch**" where they're expected to not only take and pass courses, but participate in various agricultural activities. And lit's my favorite charity. I have them as my only donor for the "www.Smile.Amazon.com" program that allows you to buy Amazon products at the same price but also contributes a portion of the profits to the charity of your choice. If you use Amazon...check them out. An easy way to give to a favorite charity.

Do most men just play along for eventual pussy.

Robecology comments on Nov 24, 2020:

First of all...it's awfully biased and pre-judgemental of you to say "men just play along for eventual pussy."....that's showing that you're frightened of men and assume the worst of them Being honest. Take off the biased glasses...and you might meet genuine men.

Trump dump

Robecology comments on Nov 22, 2020:

Letme add my recent gems;

How are your identification skills?

Robecology comments on Nov 22, 2020:

A scientists' explanation; As almost all modern edible seedless (parthenocarp) bananas come from two wild species – Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana- this species can then be Named Aves (family name) Musa ( genus) and speices acuminate or Aves Musa balbisiana.

[wideopencountry.com] Willie Nelson w his daughter "Have You Ever Seen the Rain"?

Robecology comments on Nov 18, 2020:

Nice. Done a while ago...in 2013!

If 2020 was a...

Robecology comments on Nov 18, 2020:

2020 was a bit of a downer...but it was also a a warning....the viruses are getting stronger, and we're growing by 1.500.000 more births, than deaths, per week ( 150 more per minute) making transmission so much easier... Covid19 was the tip of the iceberg. We aint seen nothin' yet.

This one hit the Bullseye!

Robecology comments on Nov 18, 2020:

Count how many times he called someone loser.....I got 15... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj01Gi22LsM

Happy Wild and Wacky Wednesday! Gimme those funnies!

Robecology comments on Nov 18, 2020:

2020...post apocalypse....

I always wondered....

Robecology comments on Nov 17, 2020:

uh....huh....

Wanted something I could kill...

Robecology comments on Nov 17, 2020:

The next COVID. will make this one look like a walk in the park...and there will be more... https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52775386

I will use the flu vaccination as an example for this question.

Robecology comments on Nov 16, 2020:

Read this, please; BTW this was published in July of this year... https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-020-02244-1 "Chinese companies are at the forefront of global efforts to create a vaccine for the coronavirus, with more than half a dozen candidates in clinical development. Last week, Tianjin-based CanSino Biologics published results1 from an early-stage clinical trial showing that its vaccine is safe and can trigger an immune response."

latest testing kits from China

Robecology comments on Nov 16, 2020:

Kind of racist. We've had Chinese food restaurants in America long before the first fast food hamburger or chicken prep came out. Let's note poke fun at the "Fortune cookie" or the broken english of the Chinese Americans... Who can forget this scene from "A Christmas story" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMYr_sXrpjU

do any one think naming a group of people that are related to each other can bring discrimination ...

Robecology comments on Nov 16, 2020:

A poll on a small social media page won't do a thing to "stop naming groups". What we need to do is 1. Slow down our growth. It's the population density that creates these discriminations. We are presently growing at 150 more births, than deaths, per minute. https://www.worldometers.info 2. Learn tolerance.Teach tolerance. We have to strive to be better, to be more cooperative with eachother...or we will go extinct. Soon.https://www.tolerance.org

The Next Decade Could Be Even Worse A historian believes he has discovered iron laws that predict ...

Robecology comments on Nov 16, 2020:

I learned, some 50+ years ago..that the root problem that faces humanity is our uncontrollable desire to breed. But it makes us so much more like every other biological being. We've had "death control" (sanitation, medicine) for centuries....yet "birth control" is still less than 100 years old. We are still growing far too fast...the production and recycling of resources cannot keep up. Malthus said it well over 200 years ago..."as the quantity of any life form (in any given area) increases, the quality of life decreases. More and more, fight harder and harder, for less and less. Here's the article I read in '62 that changed my life; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1501789/pdf/califmed00143-0080.pdf and here's the data on our present growth rate; 150 more births than deaths, per minute. https://www.worldometers.info

NOW I get it! (Not.)

Robecology comments on Nov 15, 2020:

I'm a hydrox kid myself....and can you guess which one was first? and who copied whom? https://www.mashed.com/223360/the-strange-history-of-the-oreo-and-hydrox-cookie-rivalry/

1) US universities are some of the best in the world when it comes to STEM education and research.

Robecology comments on Nov 15, 2020:

There's a "secret weapon" that MIcheo Kaku explains that allows foreign students in very easily google H 1B. or watch this; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK0Y9j_CGgM

I wrote a question to an ex boyfriend about his kids.

Robecology comments on Nov 15, 2020:

Now you know why he's your Ex?

Hey guyses! When is the last time you felt disrespected? How did you handle it?

Robecology comments on Nov 15, 2020:

I felt it a lot more on Facebook that I have here.

Victory by a lot!

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

He's nothing but a L.....say it with me... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj01Gi22LsM

Last time there was a Friday the 13th, it was March 2020.

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

"Stupid-stitious" ....I'm agnostic....

Biden's Bought Bombast Barely Bested Bigly Bloviating Boorish Bastard. LanceThruster

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

I can only hope Joe doesn't get #religulous; https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-joe-biden-donald-trump-elections-immigration-1059a914bfe1efe96a15ab1a98b5b1dd

Helloooooo! Greetings my friends.

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

I'm an early-to-bed/early-to-rise kinda person....I get at least 8 hours...but that's only been since retirement. Us teachers had to be up by 5:30 to make a 7 AM school start....

Happy Friday! What is the last thing you do before sleep?

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

I haven't gone to a cpap machine yet...but I do keep some nasal decongestant handy. I alternate days of usage to avoid "addiction"...but I seem to breathe better when I use it.

Obama's new audio book available (free with your Audible trial) .

Robecology comments on Nov 14, 2020:

@TheGreatShadow....you'd be interested in what's going on at their social network...Parler. It's free to join... www.parler.com

Sorry its a bit late but as your election was looming.

Robecology comments on Nov 12, 2020:

I wonder who's the owner/driver now?

A serious thought for a brief change of pace...

Robecology comments on Nov 12, 2020:

LOVE Carl. We lost him too soon.... Here's a trailer from his final movie, "Contact"...I keep it handy and share it often.... The discussion of religion vs science is a theme throughout the movie.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q399v-pMG30

Rx for life!

Robecology comments on Nov 12, 2020:

Nice memes; but unless we get our out-of-control population growth in check...we're looking at extinction. If you think COvID19 was serious, you 'ain't seen nothin' yet". The UN gives us about 10 more years to get it- and the resulting burning of fuels - under control...or the heat will grow faster - and be irreversible. NBD...we go extinct - reset the evolutionary clock back a few million years. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/oct/08/global-warming-must-not-exceed-15c-warns-landmark-un-report regarding data of our growth; it's a proven fact; the more crowded we get the more -hostile -greedy -self-indulgent -psychotic we become. Malthus said....over 200 years ago (1812) "As the quantity of life increases the quality of life decreases". When I read this in '62 I decided to focus on demography; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1501789/pdf/califmed00143-0080.pdf Oh...and how fast are we increasing? Go here; https://www.worldometers.info

[aol.com] Student debt cancellation already amid Presidentelect Biden transition. Good news?

Robecology comments on Nov 12, 2020:

This won't be an easy couple of months. Trump is not only fighting for the presidency, he's fighting to stay out of jail. He'll try every trick in the book...in fact he'll try some not in the books.... see this video....scary prospects. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA9ak5rKmOY

Breaking News!

Robecology comments on Nov 11, 2020:

More fun/funny "he's not leaving" memes;

This will not be a smooth transition...

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

I found a charming video that reflects the wisdom of this comment; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V46GntwQlPE

Just chillin with some pizza and Netflix.....😉

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

That has to be the grossest toe-nail situation I've ever seen.

I try and avoid the school at all costs because in my mind this is the most likely place that germs ...

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

Huh?

Happy Tuesday! What is your one most essential kitchen tool? Just One! Chef's knife for moi!

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

I have two beautiful knives....a Blue Ginger Ming Tsai 9 inch Chef's knife, a Levinche Japanese steel 9 inch carving knife, and a whole bunch of others - including some stone-based knives and a couple of skinny fish-filet knives that are great for cutting up pineapples!! I have a short Oneida 18/6 stainless flipper that just is my go-to flipper despite having several others.

LMFAO!!!! 😂😂😂😂

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

Love it....and thought - briefly - of copying and sharing to FB....but I'd no doubt get banned/in FB jail for it!

For 30 years i believed what the bible said about homosexuality and that people that practiced it ...

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

#1. Congrats on your transformation. It was an evolution - not a sudden 'revolution" for me as well. #2. Keep working on it. It's a constant thing. Welcome to the freedom of agnosticism. Here's some favorite memes you might enjoy;

Portrait of a village.

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

Wow; strikingly beautiful...I give a vote for best pic to the tall green mossy trees lining the road. What is that....just moss - or a small leafy vine?

Group Members Only..?

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

@Varn You have several choices for absurd, uninteresting or otherwise derogatory posts. -ignore them -block them -reply to them This whole social media is about intellectual interaction...if you read something that's a "waste of time". -do one of the three recommended. Remember that honey attracts more flies than vinegar. Politely tell them they're wasting your time...?

One of my friends just posted this on Facebook so I stole it.

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

Great idea!

A question to the group: What does "being emotionally available" mean to you?

Robecology comments on Nov 10, 2020:

It's a vague criticism of guys who often are "succinct" in their feelings...then the girlfriend tags us with "you're just emotionally unavailable"....to which I reply...

Mars: Mounting evidence for subglacial lakes, but could they really host life?: [space.com]

Robecology comments on Nov 9, 2020:

Evidence is getting stronger every day that life did NOT originate on earth. I recently read that the Comets that rained down on the early earth may themselves have once been part of a large planet in the "Goldilocks zone" that created oceans, then exploded. The chunks of ocean froze - and might have contained simple life forms themselves. This later - who knows how much later - rained down on the cooling earth over 4 billion years ago....filling the ocean with DNA "seeds"

Happy Sunday Everybody! It's pose your own question day! Have fun!

Robecology comments on Nov 8, 2020:

I watched this revealing interview of Mary Trump - and she made some great points....mainly that we overwhelmingly voted Trump out...but we didn't vote out the Republican Senate....and the House actually increased in Republican seats and decreased in Democratic seats. Here's the video; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_98infWoIT0 What's your feelings on this monumental decision?

Advice required So when you meet someone, hit it off and share an intense mutual attraction, how ...

Robecology comments on Nov 8, 2020:

Soooo tough to call. This is totally an individual experience. Phil Collins wrote/sang a great song which embodies this feeling... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGfqB1-gHEM

I posted this in politics today but I think it's a nice composition so I put it in Photography too.

Robecology comments on Nov 8, 2020:

Let me add my latest Biden win/Trump defeat memes...

With Biden saying he’ll take the US back into the Paris agreement I wonder if public transport ...

Robecology comments on Nov 8, 2020:

No doubt it will be addressed...and given more support. As will EV's. As will Alternative/renewable energy. As will the demise of fossil fuels. We have no choice. The sooner we improve our transportation/energy strategy - the better chances we stand for survival as a species. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7Jg1IJ68_g

The human race is still living through the greatest test ever over its resilience about its attitude...

Robecology comments on Nov 8, 2020:

I'd say "amen" but I'm not #religulous. Well said. The key to re-directing us has started with Biden's election...but you may have noticed that liberal/progressive seats in Congress remains deadlocked with the Conervatives. The key....in my opinion...lies with a greater awareness of how growth is hurting us. We have tax incentives to make larger families world wide...yet this growth is just what's hurting us. JR Malthus put it very well, over 200 years ago..."As the quantity of life in any given area increases, the quality of life decreases." Or the more crowded it gets....the more crazy we get, the more we fight, for less and less. https://www.worldometers.info

It's over for tRump.

Robecology comments on Nov 7, 2020:

i wish/hope it's true; but he will try every trick in the book...and some not in the books yet.... Bill explains it best; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA9ak5rKmOY

Belief clash

Robecology comments on Nov 7, 2020:

it's not "bad" to work against the #religulous....but I've found it's better to be passive. It's a personal decision. No one - no one act, or event, or experience - made me "go agnostic' ...it was more of an evolution than a revolution.... So all I suggest is that those who 'work against God's existence by attempting to show that he doesn't exist" are trying to convince themselves. That's not a bad thing....but for many of us....we just don't need evidence - or lack of evidence - in our faces. We just come to know the truth...as an evolutionary act.