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Worst take on Ayn Rand yet?
IAMGROOT comments on Apr 22, 2018:
This person obviously has NO CLUE what Rand or Objectivism are about. "Fascist agenda?" Seriously?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Can't tell you how many times I've been called a fascist for my libertarian views...
IAMGROOT comments on Apr 22, 2018:
This person obviously has NO CLUE what Rand or Objectivism are about. "Fascist agenda?" Seriously?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Can't tell you how many times I've been called a fascist for my libertarian views...
I made a bad joke about assassins and Trump.
MikeFlora comments on Jan 28, 2019:
Here's the joke I made,
Where is a good assassin when you need one. They shoot good presidents like JFK, I wonder if they also shoot the worst president this country has ever had?
This country is 2 to 1 against the wall, and that asshole is still pushing for it.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
I thought you were against needless gun related violence, Mike?
MikeFlora comments on Jan 28, 2019:
Here's the joke I made,
Where is a good assassin when you need one. They shoot good presidents like JFK, I wonder if they also shoot the worst president this country has ever had?
This country is 2 to 1 against the wall, and that asshole is still pushing for it.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
I thought you were against needless gun related violence, Mike?
Here it is, and there isn't any way to make excuses, or spin it either.
MikeFlora comments on Aug 28, 2019:
You aren't going to believe what a Trump supporter said. " Trump's website is more mobile device friendly"
I don'tknow what to say about that level of stupidity.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Who's more a moron, the Trump supporter or the Biden supporter? Both of those men are con artists. It's like dumb pointing the finger at dumber, and the insanity continues on...
MikeFlora comments on Aug 28, 2019:
You aren't going to believe what a Trump supporter said. " Trump's website is more mobile device friendly"
I don'tknow what to say about that level of stupidity.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Who's more a moron, the Trump supporter or the Biden supporter? Both of those men are con artists. It's like dumb pointing the finger at dumber, and the insanity continues on...
Love or to be loved
KKGator comments on Apr 11, 2018:
Neither. I love a few people, and a few people love me.
That's all that is necessary to me.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Nonsense, everyone on here loves Gator!
KKGator comments on Apr 11, 2018:
Neither. I love a few people, and a few people love me.
That's all that is necessary to me.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
Nonsense, everyone on here loves Gator!
Yup.. 🥴.....
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 6, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
Did another post in the gun control group, this time posted a pic of one of my pieces, but but.... said photo of my gun is actually one of my replica airguns, but it will be interesting to see if any in that group could tell the difference? I'm sure ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
@TheInterlooper @Trajan61
Okay @Captain_Feelgood just did another post in the gun control group as promised.
"This is pretty much a continuation of my previous post in this group, about how looks can be ..."
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 6, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
Did another post in the gun control group, this time posted a pic of one of my pieces, but but.... said photo of my gun is actually one of my replica airguns, but it will be interesting to see if any in that group could tell the difference? I'm sure ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 9, 2021:
@TheInterlooper @Trajan61
Okay @Captain_Feelgood just did another post in the gun control group as promised.
"This is pretty much a continuation of my previous post in this group, about how looks can be ..."
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 8, 2021:
@Pralina1 I don't think more regulations are the answer, it's all too easy for people to simply ignore the laws. Look at drunk driving for example, look at all the laws on the books against driving under the influence, yet each year thousands are killed when someone gets behind the wheel while under the influence. I know most people probably wouldn't want to hear this, but I strongly think there isn't much we can do once certain things have been created that of which could cause harm or death to human beings, once something is created you can't simply uncreate it. It is a truly complex problem in which there are no simplistic solutions. On a side note, I commend you for believing responsible people should be free to own what they want as long as they are not impeding another's existence, I respect that, live and let live.
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 8, 2021:
@Pralina1 I don't think more regulations are the answer, it's all too easy for people to simply ignore the laws. Look at drunk driving for example, look at all the laws on the books against driving under the influence, yet each year thousands are killed when someone gets behind the wheel while under the influence. I know most people probably wouldn't want to hear this, but I strongly think there isn't much we can do once certain things have been created that of which could cause harm or death to human beings, once something is created you can't simply uncreate it. It is a truly complex problem in which there are no simplistic solutions. On a side note, I commend you for believing responsible people should be free to own what they want as long as they are not impeding another's existence, I respect that, live and let live.
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Rignor I wasn't knocking you for giving an honest opinion, all I was saying though is that I wasn't surprised to read the points you made is all.
I agree on that part, but based on what I've observed over the years experts are more often than not consulted prior to making such decisions, although they should be. If the experts from both sides of the aisle were consulted like they should, our society would see considerably less discontent from the citizens.
Finding a balance is the trick there, you are right. However, my rights or choices do not end where someone else's fears pick up. It is plain wrong for some politicians to restrict women's reproductive rights just because they claim to be fearful that human life is being snuffed out, that's not a sound reason to support such restrictive legislation. Likewise, it's not right to place restrictions on private gun ownership/usage either based on fears of the unknown, especially when said measures by and large have failed us, as criminals care not for your rules. This may sound pessimistic, but given how emotionally charged this topic is I rather doubt we will ever reach a happy medium, one of where both sides are fully content. Again I ask, who exactly gets to determine what is and what isn't reasonable, and how do we know for certain who decides things can and will be fair? There are laws in place against drunk driving, and yet each year there are thousands who are killed needlessly because said laws don't appear to be helping enough. That's also a big concern, but I don't see enough talk on that issue and how to maybe improve things where that issue is concerned.
You are right, restricting gun ownership will not solve the problem of violence, as potentially violent offenders will simply find other means of carrying out their violent deeds. Society too often makes people feel guilty for seeking out mental health services, it's like such is still taboo for some curious reason, and also how seeking out such help could potentially mark a person for life (the stigma of being a mentally disturbed individual that is). Much work still needs to be done in that department. As for the last part of your reply, right again, politicians from both sides have been a problem and really need to go, but once again I somehow doubt anything will change there so long as the majority of the citizens keep voting for either of the two major political Parties. I do have a theory as to why our society has become so violent prone, but that wouldn't really be appropriate for this group, and I get the feeling that most people on here would simply ignore said theory in favor of believing whatever it is that aligns with their own views and that of which makes them comfortable. Lastly, good to hear that on your own experiences ...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Rignor I wasn't knocking you for giving an honest opinion, all I was saying though is that I wasn't surprised to read the points you made is all.
I agree on that part, but based on what I've observed over the years experts are more often than not consulted prior to making such decisions, although they should be. If the experts from both sides of the aisle were consulted like they should, our society would see considerably less discontent from the citizens.
Finding a balance is the trick there, you are right. However, my rights or choices do not end where someone else's fears pick up. It is plain wrong for some politicians to restrict women's reproductive rights just because they claim to be fearful that human life is being snuffed out, that's not a sound reason to support such restrictive legislation. Likewise, it's not right to place restrictions on private gun ownership/usage either based on fears of the unknown, especially when said measures by and large have failed us, as criminals care not for your rules. This may sound pessimistic, but given how emotionally charged this topic is I rather doubt we will ever reach a happy medium, one of where both sides are fully content. Again I ask, who exactly gets to determine what is and what isn't reasonable, and how do we know for certain who decides things can and will be fair? There are laws in place against drunk driving, and yet each year there are thousands who are killed needlessly because said laws don't appear to be helping enough. That's also a big concern, but I don't see enough talk on that issue and how to maybe improve things where that issue is concerned.
You are right, restricting gun ownership will not solve the problem of violence, as potentially violent offenders will simply find other means of carrying out their violent deeds. Society too often makes people feel guilty for seeking out mental health services, it's like such is still taboo for some curious reason, and also how seeking out such help could potentially mark a person for life (the stigma of being a mentally disturbed individual that is). Much work still needs to be done in that department. As for the last part of your reply, right again, politicians from both sides have been a problem and really need to go, but once again I somehow doubt anything will change there so long as the majority of the citizens keep voting for either of the two major political Parties. I do have a theory as to why our society has become so violent prone, but that wouldn't really be appropriate for this group, and I get the feeling that most people on here would simply ignore said theory in favor of believing whatever it is that aligns with their own views and that of which makes them comfortable. Lastly, good to hear that on your own experiences ...
Yup.. 🥴.....
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 6, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
Did another post in the gun control group, this time posted a pic of one of my pieces, but but.... said photo of my gun is actually one of my replica airguns, but it will be interesting to see if any in that group could tell the difference? I'm sure ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@TheInterlooper @Trajan61
Thanks @Captain_Feelgood for providing feedback on that post, and I just got done asking him the same question as you did. I didn't get surprised either, got the reactions I thought I'd get.
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 6, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
Did another post in the gun control group, this time posted a pic of one of my pieces, but but.... said photo of my gun is actually one of my replica airguns, but it will be interesting to see if any in that group could tell the difference? I'm sure ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@TheInterlooper @Trajan61
Thanks @Captain_Feelgood for providing feedback on that post, and I just got done asking him the same question as you did. I didn't get surprised either, got the reactions I thought I'd get.
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 7, 2021:
YOU, YOu You war-mongering killer, lover of death, lover of blood and guts, mother rapers and father stabers, ,,, Alice will tell you all about it.. 🙄 🤣 .. You really need to post this on the 'gun control' page..
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood Yeah, wondered why you mentioned about posting that in the gun control group, which is indeed what I did. Well, at least no one suffered a heart attack or aneurysm, as I thought that may have been the case whenever sharing a photo like that in a gun control group, so guess that's all good though.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 7, 2021:
YOU, YOu You war-mongering killer, lover of death, lover of blood and guts, mother rapers and father stabers, ,,, Alice will tell you all about it.. 🙄 🤣 .. You really need to post this on the 'gun control' page..
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood Yeah, wondered why you mentioned about posting that in the gun control group, which is indeed what I did. Well, at least no one suffered a heart attack or aneurysm, as I thought that may have been the case whenever sharing a photo like that in a gun control group, so guess that's all good though.
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood I too asked him that question. That shouldn't surprise guys like you or me though, knowing how the gun control supporters tend to make terms up as they go along (think high capacity magazine clip, for example). My replica MPX above has a laser dot sight attached, I'm surprised no one thought that it was a mini missile launcher thingy...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood I too asked him that question. That shouldn't surprise guys like you or me though, knowing how the gun control supporters tend to make terms up as they go along (think high capacity magazine clip, for example). My replica MPX above has a laser dot sight attached, I'm surprised no one thought that it was a mini missile launcher thingy...
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Rignor Thank you for the taking the time to give honest feedback, and unfortunately you pretty much answered as I thought you (or any other supporters of gun control who would have given feedback) would, so I didn't get surprised. I'm going to tag @Pralina1 and @Redheadedgammy in this reply as well being they voted on your reply, which I take to be a sign that they concured with your assessment. Based on what you mentioned above, I take it you aren't very familiar with guns or have much knowledge on the differences between firearm types?
Now, suppose I told you that the photo of my MPX above is actually a replica C02-powered pellet gun that shoots relatively harmless wadcutter pellets that at best would be good for shredding paper targets, and not nowhere near what could be considered an "assault weapon"? That is indeed the case by the way, it is just an airgun, and the point of this post was to show that those in the gun control movement are largely visual (and rather emotional) and judge these guns based on how they look on the outside, instead of taking other factors into consideration first. To be fair, no shortage of high emotions on the gun rights side either, but at least most of those on the gun rights side have direct knowledge on the various types of firearms (and airgun replicas) so as to arrive to logical conclusions.
How exactly does one reasonably conclude what does or does not constitute an "assault weapon"? Since 1986 and under the Reagan Administration no less the private ownership of fully automatic weapons has been illegal, and there is a big difference between fully automatic and semi-automatic. Out of all the physical characteristics you mentioned above, don't you think that perhaps there was more focus there on what the weapon looks like instead of taking other possible factors into consideration first? Magazine size, a folding stock, barrel length etc, do not necessarily make such a gun anymore dangerous than say a seven-round 357 Magnum revolver, both can be potentially dangerous yet neither one of them are necessarily what I'd call assault guns. Also, there is a specific reason why there are both Military and civilian versions of the same weapons, hint hint the latter of the two do not possess the full ability of the former.
Magazine bans or limits are largely a joke and not even a funny joke at that. A skilled shooter could do just as much damage with multiple ten-round capacity magazines as they could with two or so thirty-round magazines, as most skilled shooters could reload in mere seconds. Stocks and arm braces, depending on the individual shooter, can be mostly for looks, as any reasonably strong individual certainly would not need such in order to use said weapon. Same is mostly true with barrel length, while a ...
Rignor comments on Dec 7, 2021:
First impression, it is an assault weapon that has no civilian application. High capacity (more than 15 round) magazine, pistol grip with shoulder butt for a nice secure handling. Shortened barrel that improves the ability to wield the weapon, but cost accuracy. There is no reason anyone outside of ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@Rignor Thank you for the taking the time to give honest feedback, and unfortunately you pretty much answered as I thought you (or any other supporters of gun control who would have given feedback) would, so I didn't get surprised. I'm going to tag @Pralina1 and @Redheadedgammy in this reply as well being they voted on your reply, which I take to be a sign that they concured with your assessment. Based on what you mentioned above, I take it you aren't very familiar with guns or have much knowledge on the differences between firearm types?
Now, suppose I told you that the photo of my MPX above is actually a replica C02-powered pellet gun that shoots relatively harmless wadcutter pellets that at best would be good for shredding paper targets, and not nowhere near what could be considered an "assault weapon"? That is indeed the case by the way, it is just an airgun, and the point of this post was to show that those in the gun control movement are largely visual (and rather emotional) and judge these guns based on how they look on the outside, instead of taking other factors into consideration first. To be fair, no shortage of high emotions on the gun rights side either, but at least most of those on the gun rights side have direct knowledge on the various types of firearms (and airgun replicas) so as to arrive to logical conclusions.
How exactly does one reasonably conclude what does or does not constitute an "assault weapon"? Since 1986 and under the Reagan Administration no less the private ownership of fully automatic weapons has been illegal, and there is a big difference between fully automatic and semi-automatic. Out of all the physical characteristics you mentioned above, don't you think that perhaps there was more focus there on what the weapon looks like instead of taking other possible factors into consideration first? Magazine size, a folding stock, barrel length etc, do not necessarily make such a gun anymore dangerous than say a seven-round 357 Magnum revolver, both can be potentially dangerous yet neither one of them are necessarily what I'd call assault guns. Also, there is a specific reason why there are both Military and civilian versions of the same weapons, hint hint the latter of the two do not possess the full ability of the former.
Magazine bans or limits are largely a joke and not even a funny joke at that. A skilled shooter could do just as much damage with multiple ten-round capacity magazines as they could with two or so thirty-round magazines, as most skilled shooters could reload in mere seconds. Stocks and arm braces, depending on the individual shooter, can be mostly for looks, as any reasonably strong individual certainly would not need such in order to use said weapon. Same is mostly true with barrel length, while a ...
Seems to me that in the opinion of many on this board, women have Bodily Autonomy when it comes to ...
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 7, 2021:
I cannot as I am pro choice for both issues. I'm glad albeit somewhat shocked (I say shocked knowing how pro vaccine you are, and I don't mean that in a bad way) that you did such a post, but I commend you for speaking up on a valid matter. Really does make one wonder, now doesn't it?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay On the abortion debate, I can respect your stance on the matter, and at least you know where you stand. Personally speaking, I am not exactly fond of selective abortion procedures, but in the end feel that it is none of my business about the choices women make in regards to their pregnancies.
On the last part of your reply, I agree wholeheartedly. Even the secular community has its share of biased individuals, but they will vehemently deny being biased though. Arguing with them is a lost cause, but can't blame you for trying I suppose.
SpikeTalon comments on Dec 7, 2021:
I cannot as I am pro choice for both issues. I'm glad albeit somewhat shocked (I say shocked knowing how pro vaccine you are, and I don't mean that in a bad way) that you did such a post, but I commend you for speaking up on a valid matter. Really does make one wonder, now doesn't it?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay On the abortion debate, I can respect your stance on the matter, and at least you know where you stand. Personally speaking, I am not exactly fond of selective abortion procedures, but in the end feel that it is none of my business about the choices women make in regards to their pregnancies.
On the last part of your reply, I agree wholeheartedly. Even the secular community has its share of biased individuals, but they will vehemently deny being biased though. Arguing with them is a lost cause, but can't blame you for trying I suppose.
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 7, 2021:
YOU, YOu You war-mongering killer, lover of death, lover of blood and guts, mother rapers and father stabers, ,,, Alice will tell you all about it.. 🙄 🤣 .. You really need to post this on the 'gun control' page..
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
Well... can't you get anything you want at Alice's restaurant, lol. Before I was issued my gun had to go see the psychiatrist first, and when I got there told him man, I just wanna kill, I wanna see blood and gore and guts and veins in my teeth, and found myself jumping up and down on his desk yelling kill kill kill! Before I knew it he was joining me and also jumping up and down on the desk yelling kill kill kill! Didn't realize it but an Army Sergeant was in the room next door and heard everything, walked over to me and pinned a medal on me and said you're our man for the job. What a time that was...
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 7, 2021:
YOU, YOu You war-mongering killer, lover of death, lover of blood and guts, mother rapers and father stabers, ,,, Alice will tell you all about it.. 🙄 🤣 .. You really need to post this on the 'gun control' page..
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
Well... can't you get anything you want at Alice's restaurant, lol. Before I was issued my gun had to go see the psychiatrist first, and when I got there told him man, I just wanna kill, I wanna see blood and gore and guts and veins in my teeth, and found myself jumping up and down on his desk yelling kill kill kill! Before I knew it he was joining me and also jumping up and down on the desk yelling kill kill kill! Didn't realize it but an Army Sergeant was in the room next door and heard everything, walked over to me and pinned a medal on me and said you're our man for the job. What a time that was...
As a disclaimer, the following post contains an image that some might be sensitive to, but hope that...
waitingforgodo comments on Dec 7, 2021:
Despite the pillow talking telling tales , it shows you never sleep alone.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
Witty response, but any thoughts on the weapon itself though?
waitingforgodo comments on Dec 7, 2021:
Despite the pillow talking telling tales , it shows you never sleep alone.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 7, 2021:
Witty response, but any thoughts on the weapon itself though?
Hitchin' A Ride by Vanity Fare-
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Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 6, 2021:
Now that brings back some VERY early memories... 😎👍
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 6, 2021:
For me, reminds me of days back in late 1980s as a kid playing Atari games at home, had radio on often and for some reason used to hear this song alot. Oddly enough, at least in one of those Atari games I pretty much had to hitch a ride in order to play the game properly. Ever hear of Journey the Escape, Atari game based on the music band Journey?
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 6, 2021:
Now that brings back some VERY early memories... 😎👍
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 6, 2021:
For me, reminds me of days back in late 1980s as a kid playing Atari games at home, had radio on often and for some reason used to hear this song alot. Oddly enough, at least in one of those Atari games I pretty much had to hitch a ride in order to play the game properly. Ever hear of Journey the Escape, Atari game based on the music band Journey?
Last night , early this morning actually ,
Called a code blue off ( after 30 mnts and 6 rounds ...
TheMiddleWay comments on Aug 20, 2020:
My office is next to the ER. For the past months, there has been a COVID triage tent outside of it and hence, outside my office window. Before where there was a trickle of ambulances now there is a deluge.
Gives you perspective.
Not often, but often enough, a patient doesn't come in for their ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 6, 2021:
You can empathize as such because you strive to be a decent human being.
TheMiddleWay comments on Aug 20, 2020:
My office is next to the ER. For the past months, there has been a COVID triage tent outside of it and hence, outside my office window. Before where there was a trickle of ambulances now there is a deluge.
Gives you perspective.
Not often, but often enough, a patient doesn't come in for their ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 6, 2021:
You can empathize as such because you strive to be a decent human being.
The following incidents are a big part of the reason why I carry sometimes depending on the places I...
Pralina1 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
I don’t care if people have guns for whatever reasons . I care for what people do w these guns , and how often there is a follow up on their mental health after they get one .
I don’t think anyone needs a military weapon to feel safe either .
I care for how these guns end up on the hands of...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 5, 2021:
By the way, can't say I blame you for being protective of your sister. To all the pedophile priests out there, better not do anything to harm Pralina's little sister, or you're gonna lose your nuts if you do, lol.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
I don’t care if people have guns for whatever reasons . I care for what people do w these guns , and how often there is a follow up on their mental health after they get one .
I don’t think anyone needs a military weapon to feel safe either .
I care for how these guns end up on the hands of...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 5, 2021:
By the way, can't say I blame you for being protective of your sister. To all the pedophile priests out there, better not do anything to harm Pralina's little sister, or you're gonna lose your nuts if you do, lol.
The following incidents are a big part of the reason why I carry sometimes depending on the places I...
Pralina1 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
I don’t care if people have guns for whatever reasons . I care for what people do w these guns , and how often there is a follow up on their mental health after they get one .
I don’t think anyone needs a military weapon to feel safe either .
I care for how these guns end up on the hands of...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 5, 2021:
@Pralina1 I can agree no one really needs a Military weapon, but such weapons do exist and honestly there are some folks in the Armed Forces who shouldn't have access to such weapons, so what's good for some should be good for all then. While I could be wrong about this, from what I've observed it appears those on the side of gun control legislation are too visually oriented, meaning they focus too much on what the gun in question looks like and a good portion of the guns they refer to as Military-grade firearms are not actually such (that topic might be good for a future post). Hypothetically speaking here for a moment... say that somehow there comes a time when all private gun ownership is banned in the US and all the citizens turn in their guns so that now only Law Enforcement/Government agents/and Military personnel have access to guns... You do realize that people can (and already have) steal weapons off of Military/National Guard bases by means of inside help (inside contacts), right? I know for a fact such has already and continues to happen, some years back personally knew a guy who had black market connections and they had ways of stealing weapons off of a local State Guard barracks and selling the goods on the street. So while there may be concern over privately owned weapons falling into the wrong hands, the same can be said of Federal and State authority's weapons as well. Are we going to insist the Government/Armed Forces surrender all their weapons in order to combat that problem? That of course isn't going to happen anytime soon.
That sounds like a nice story, happy for them. If she was a gun owner though, wonder why she was looking for a man to protect her? On the flip side from a man's perspective here, I personally know other male gun owners who seem to have a natural instinct to desire to use their resources (and guns) to protect their wives and girlfriends. If a guy truly cares, he would not want to ever see harm come to his special lady.
I can agree on that with the irresponsibility and mentally unstable part, but the question there is how exactly do we go about labeling people such? Not to mention, if we unnecessarily subject certain individuals to testing of any sort and it is found out later they are mentally sound, there could be ensuing lawsuits over privacy infringement etc, which ultimately the taxpayers would foot the bill for that if the State Government gets sued and loses. No easy path there on that one, but I understand and agree with your concern on that.
I can certainly respect your decision/choice in not wanting to own a firearm, and you know yourself better than anyone else, and sounds like you made the best choice for yourself. On the last part of your comment... while it's true there are innocent people who ...
Pralina1 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
I don’t care if people have guns for whatever reasons . I care for what people do w these guns , and how often there is a follow up on their mental health after they get one .
I don’t think anyone needs a military weapon to feel safe either .
I care for how these guns end up on the hands of...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 5, 2021:
@Pralina1 I can agree no one really needs a Military weapon, but such weapons do exist and honestly there are some folks in the Armed Forces who shouldn't have access to such weapons, so what's good for some should be good for all then. While I could be wrong about this, from what I've observed it appears those on the side of gun control legislation are too visually oriented, meaning they focus too much on what the gun in question looks like and a good portion of the guns they refer to as Military-grade firearms are not actually such (that topic might be good for a future post). Hypothetically speaking here for a moment... say that somehow there comes a time when all private gun ownership is banned in the US and all the citizens turn in their guns so that now only Law Enforcement/Government agents/and Military personnel have access to guns... You do realize that people can (and already have) steal weapons off of Military/National Guard bases by means of inside help (inside contacts), right? I know for a fact such has already and continues to happen, some years back personally knew a guy who had black market connections and they had ways of stealing weapons off of a local State Guard barracks and selling the goods on the street. So while there may be concern over privately owned weapons falling into the wrong hands, the same can be said of Federal and State authority's weapons as well. Are we going to insist the Government/Armed Forces surrender all their weapons in order to combat that problem? That of course isn't going to happen anytime soon.
That sounds like a nice story, happy for them. If she was a gun owner though, wonder why she was looking for a man to protect her? On the flip side from a man's perspective here, I personally know other male gun owners who seem to have a natural instinct to desire to use their resources (and guns) to protect their wives and girlfriends. If a guy truly cares, he would not want to ever see harm come to his special lady.
I can agree on that with the irresponsibility and mentally unstable part, but the question there is how exactly do we go about labeling people such? Not to mention, if we unnecessarily subject certain individuals to testing of any sort and it is found out later they are mentally sound, there could be ensuing lawsuits over privacy infringement etc, which ultimately the taxpayers would foot the bill for that if the State Government gets sued and loses. No easy path there on that one, but I understand and agree with your concern on that.
I can certainly respect your decision/choice in not wanting to own a firearm, and you know yourself better than anyone else, and sounds like you made the best choice for yourself. On the last part of your comment... while it's true there are innocent people who ...
DeSantis Derangement Syndrome is becoming a trend...
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azzow2 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
Seems like bickering about nonsense is all they do.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
Sure does.
azzow2 comments on Dec 4, 2021:
Seems like bickering about nonsense is all they do.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
Sure does.
I sure hope our hospitals are staying on top of this threat.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
@Pralina1 This is a somewhat lengthy read, but worth reading if you get a few spare minutes-
https://healthitsecurity.com/features/amp/can-multi-factor-authentication-help-healthcares-security-posture
Multi-factor or two-factor authentication can help better secure your accounts. 2F auth saved my GMail account on my phone, not sure where the breach originated (I suspect there could have been a data breach at my hospital), but a strange device from a far away location attempted to log into my email account, and the 2F auth prevented them from gaining access, and afterwards I changed my login password to one that is really long. That was the closest I ever came to a hack attempt, and that happened back in September of this year.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
@Pralina1 This is a somewhat lengthy read, but worth reading if you get a few spare minutes-
https://healthitsecurity.com/features/amp/can-multi-factor-authentication-help-healthcares-security-posture
Multi-factor or two-factor authentication can help better secure your accounts. 2F auth saved my GMail account on my phone, not sure where the breach originated (I suspect there could have been a data breach at my hospital), but a strange device from a far away location attempted to log into my email account, and the 2F auth prevented them from gaining access, and afterwards I changed my login password to one that is really long. That was the closest I ever came to a hack attempt, and that happened back in September of this year.
'Gun buybacks’ proof that desperate ‘authorities’ need scapegoats-
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Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 27, 2021:
The best response is plainly stated there.
“Evidence: Gun buybacks are ineffective as generally implemented. 1. The buybacks are too small to have an impact. 2. The guns turned in are at low risk of ever being used in a crime. 3. Replacement guns are easily acquired. Unless these three points ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Tejas
Did another post in the gun control group if anyone is interested to see what feedback it may receive-
"The following incidents are a big part of the reason why I carry sometimes depending on the places I..."
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 27, 2021:
The best response is plainly stated there.
“Evidence: Gun buybacks are ineffective as generally implemented. 1. The buybacks are too small to have an impact. 2. The guns turned in are at low risk of ever being used in a crime. 3. Replacement guns are easily acquired. Unless these three points ...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 4, 2021:
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Tejas
Did another post in the gun control group if anyone is interested to see what feedback it may receive-
"The following incidents are a big part of the reason why I carry sometimes depending on the places I..."
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snytiger6 comments on Aug 6, 2018:
Better hope the guy you honk at isn't a sun nut who is carrying.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
@snytiger6 Haha, maybe we need to change his name to SillyTiger, lol.
snytiger6 comments on Aug 6, 2018:
Better hope the guy you honk at isn't a sun nut who is carrying.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
@snytiger6 Haha, maybe we need to change his name to SillyTiger, lol.
I sure hope our hospitals are staying on top of this threat.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
@Pralina1 Yeah, Mister Jesus is useless, IT support much better. I'd try to help if you had any questions on cyber security or smartphone security stuff, but not sure how quickly I'd be able to get back to you though.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
@Pralina1 Yeah, Mister Jesus is useless, IT support much better. I'd try to help if you had any questions on cyber security or smartphone security stuff, but not sure how quickly I'd be able to get back to you though.
I sure hope our hospitals are staying on top of this threat.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Being that article talked about hospitals facing such attacks, thought you might be interested in that.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Being that article talked about hospitals facing such attacks, thought you might be interested in that.
I sure hope our hospitals are staying on top of this threat.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Can be scary facing such a situation like that.
Pralina1 comments on Dec 3, 2021:
We had a problem 4 yrs ago , we were told to change r passwords and everything else , and it was quiet a big deal .
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Can be scary facing such a situation like that.
I sure hope our hospitals are staying on top of this threat.
yvilletom comments on Dec 3, 2021:
Spike, the free market encourages creativity. Do you want to change that?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
I wouldn't call that creative, I'd call it criminal. The free-market system is meant to benefit both parties involved...
yvilletom comments on Dec 3, 2021:
Spike, the free market encourages creativity. Do you want to change that?
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
I wouldn't call that creative, I'd call it criminal. The free-market system is meant to benefit both parties involved...
Alex Baldwin’s failure to check the gun himself before pointing it at someone was reckless in my ...
DenoPenno comments on Dec 3, 2021:
Guns on movie sets should never be real guns.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Anti-gun rights zealots like Baldwin should not even be handling guns then, let alone making money off of such. The hypocrisy on that is split thick.
DenoPenno comments on Dec 3, 2021:
Guns on movie sets should never be real guns.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 3, 2021:
Anti-gun rights zealots like Baldwin should not even be handling guns then, let alone making money off of such. The hypocrisy on that is split thick.
The POGO Automatic blood glucose monitor is now available in the US.
Trajan61 comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Hopefully I’ll never have a problem with diabetics Spike but I’ll make sure my 12 year olds nephew who has type 1 has that information.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
@Trajan61 That works too and is actually better. I know, as I too currently use a CGM.
Trajan61 comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Hopefully I’ll never have a problem with diabetics Spike but I’ll make sure my 12 year olds nephew who has type 1 has that information.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
@Trajan61 That works too and is actually better. I know, as I too currently use a CGM.
No, this wasn't near Philadelphia as the following article suggested, this happened in a neighboring...
TheInterlooper comments on Dec 2, 2021:
Buy some NRA stickers for you and your neighbors. It may deter the theives from your neighborhood.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
Funny thing is, I was going to do a second post in the gun control group on here after the first went pretty well, a post explaining the reason why I carry, based on two specific incidents that were close calls for me. Looks like the incident at the Ulta store is another arguing point in my favor.
TheInterlooper comments on Dec 2, 2021:
Buy some NRA stickers for you and your neighbors. It may deter the theives from your neighborhood.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
Funny thing is, I was going to do a second post in the gun control group on here after the first went pretty well, a post explaining the reason why I carry, based on two specific incidents that were close calls for me. Looks like the incident at the Ulta store is another arguing point in my favor.
No, this wasn't near Philadelphia as the following article suggested, this happened in a neighboring...
TheInterlooper comments on Dec 2, 2021:
Buy some NRA stickers for you and your neighbors. It may deter the theives from your neighborhood.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
Not sure what my neighbors have, but I've got at least one GOA sticker, good time to use it. Aside from two maybe three neighbors, if thugs were to go on sprees in my neighborhood, the rest would probably either join in on the criminal antics or just cower in fear to the thugs.
TheInterlooper comments on Dec 2, 2021:
Buy some NRA stickers for you and your neighbors. It may deter the theives from your neighborhood.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 2, 2021:
Not sure what my neighbors have, but I've got at least one GOA sticker, good time to use it. Aside from two maybe three neighbors, if thugs were to go on sprees in my neighborhood, the rest would probably either join in on the criminal antics or just cower in fear to the thugs.
The POGO Automatic blood glucose monitor is now available in the US.
Trajan61 comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Hopefully I’ll never have a problem with diabetics Spike but I’ll make sure my 12 year olds nephew who has type 1 has that information.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
Sounds good, he may like that product.
Trajan61 comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Hopefully I’ll never have a problem with diabetics Spike but I’ll make sure my 12 year olds nephew who has type 1 has that information.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
Sounds good, he may like that product.
The POGO Automatic blood glucose monitor is now available in the US.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Man,, I'm so lucky I don't have to worry about dealing with that. (so far, knock on wood 😑)
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
I doubt you'll ever get Type 1 like I have, but Type 2 is a concern for anyone though. Knock on wood indeed, I hope you never have to deal with that.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 1, 2021:
Man,, I'm so lucky I don't have to worry about dealing with that. (so far, knock on wood 😑)
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
I doubt you'll ever get Type 1 like I have, but Type 2 is a concern for anyone though. Knock on wood indeed, I hope you never have to deal with that.
I consider myself a political conservative, and not religious at all .
Seriousreason comments on Nov 30, 2021:
By avoiding any debates regarding someone's faith , tends to be my best defence. Faith (Belief in something without evidence ) . Doesn't just encompass religion.
The ones I do get into heated arguments with, are Christians who deny morality can exist among non believers. They are beyond help.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
So true on the morality part.
Seriousreason comments on Nov 30, 2021:
By avoiding any debates regarding someone's faith , tends to be my best defence. Faith (Belief in something without evidence ) . Doesn't just encompass religion.
The ones I do get into heated arguments with, are Christians who deny morality can exist among non believers. They are beyond help.
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
So true on the morality part.
This year so far in Philadelphia there have been over 510 homicides by firearm.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 30, 2021:
Unfortunately you're preaching (pun intended) to the choir here.... Post this on the 'gun control' page, and see what you get.. 🙄 Very sad indeed...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
Pretty soon I indeed to share a personal story in that group explaining why I think as I do when it comes to carrying. Not only was I at a bank one time that got held up about 20 minutes after I left, I was in the vicinity of a shooting that happened at a local Walmart back in 2018. You know what they say, third time could be the charm, so I'm not waiting for that potential third chance to come around...
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 30, 2021:
Unfortunately you're preaching (pun intended) to the choir here.... Post this on the 'gun control' page, and see what you get.. 🙄 Very sad indeed...
SpikeTalon replies on Dec 1, 2021:
Pretty soon I indeed to share a personal story in that group explaining why I think as I do when it comes to carrying. Not only was I at a bank one time that got held up about 20 minutes after I left, I was in the vicinity of a shooting that happened at a local Walmart back in 2018. You know what they say, third time could be the charm, so I'm not waiting for that potential third chance to come around...
If the host of this group thinks the following post is inappropriate for here, I will gladly delete ...
Rignor comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I'm not sure what to call myself. Liberal, Progressive, Social Democrat... I believe everyone has the right to live how the want, within the perspective of not effecting others. If you was to be a bigoted, racist, homophobic asshole, it is your right. If you want to be the exact opposite, that is ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
If you believe in the concept of live and let live, I'd call that liberal, which I'd consider a good thing.
Whilst I can mostly agree that gun owners need to properly secure their guns, it is not my fault if someone decides to break into my residence in order to steal stuff including guns, and proceed to use them in crimes. Most safes and vaults are not 100 % crackproof, so even if guns are locked away in one and a thug breaks in and steals it, won't do alot of good if said thug can crack the safe. What about accountability for the individual who stole the gun and used it in a crime? There seems to be no shortage of anger directed towards the gun owner in such scenarios, but not enough accountability directed towards the criminal who created the problem scenario in the first place, and I take issue with that. Being that I had never before used any of my guns to harm or kill another individual and that I mostly use my firearms for safe target shooting, I must disagree with your conclusion that guns are strictly a weapon meant for killing, as they clearly have other purposes besides maiming or killing.
As for home protection measures go, keep in mind that not everyone lives in a single residence that they own, some of us live in rented apartment complexes and I would not have the authority to setup certain measures you mentioned above. Suffice to say, I have taken some of those measures, and would take full advantage of all the above if I had lived in a single home that I owned. Not all gun owners have the mentality of shoot first and ask questions later, can't say I do. As for the need to carry outside the home, I'm still considering doing a post in this group explaining a personal story in regards to such situations, so I'm not going into that now for the sake of saving me some time.
Then that tells me gun control measures have and continue to fail, and thus we arrive to the reason why I do posts like this from time to time.
People reserve the right to end their own lives, it matters not how they do so, unless your reasoning is strictly for statistical purposes, but such should not be taken into consideration where gun control legislation is concerned, because at that point the situation would be ripe for abuse and what I refer to as "revenge legislation".
Care to elaborate a bit more there on the last part? I'd prefer a peaceful defense as opposed to an aggressive offense, but some folks would leave you no choice on the matter and force your hand. For what it's worth, I don't always carry wherever I go, sometimes I go out unarmed with only wearing a body armor vest, I would call that falling back on a decent defense. Like I mentioned above, I have reason for thinking and saying as I do based on direct personal experience, and as time allows me ...
Rignor comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I'm not sure what to call myself. Liberal, Progressive, Social Democrat... I believe everyone has the right to live how the want, within the perspective of not effecting others. If you was to be a bigoted, racist, homophobic asshole, it is your right. If you want to be the exact opposite, that is ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
If you believe in the concept of live and let live, I'd call that liberal, which I'd consider a good thing.
Whilst I can mostly agree that gun owners need to properly secure their guns, it is not my fault if someone decides to break into my residence in order to steal stuff including guns, and proceed to use them in crimes. Most safes and vaults are not 100 % crackproof, so even if guns are locked away in one and a thug breaks in and steals it, won't do alot of good if said thug can crack the safe. What about accountability for the individual who stole the gun and used it in a crime? There seems to be no shortage of anger directed towards the gun owner in such scenarios, but not enough accountability directed towards the criminal who created the problem scenario in the first place, and I take issue with that. Being that I had never before used any of my guns to harm or kill another individual and that I mostly use my firearms for safe target shooting, I must disagree with your conclusion that guns are strictly a weapon meant for killing, as they clearly have other purposes besides maiming or killing.
As for home protection measures go, keep in mind that not everyone lives in a single residence that they own, some of us live in rented apartment complexes and I would not have the authority to setup certain measures you mentioned above. Suffice to say, I have taken some of those measures, and would take full advantage of all the above if I had lived in a single home that I owned. Not all gun owners have the mentality of shoot first and ask questions later, can't say I do. As for the need to carry outside the home, I'm still considering doing a post in this group explaining a personal story in regards to such situations, so I'm not going into that now for the sake of saving me some time.
Then that tells me gun control measures have and continue to fail, and thus we arrive to the reason why I do posts like this from time to time.
People reserve the right to end their own lives, it matters not how they do so, unless your reasoning is strictly for statistical purposes, but such should not be taken into consideration where gun control legislation is concerned, because at that point the situation would be ripe for abuse and what I refer to as "revenge legislation".
Care to elaborate a bit more there on the last part? I'd prefer a peaceful defense as opposed to an aggressive offense, but some folks would leave you no choice on the matter and force your hand. For what it's worth, I don't always carry wherever I go, sometimes I go out unarmed with only wearing a body armor vest, I would call that falling back on a decent defense. Like I mentioned above, I have reason for thinking and saying as I do based on direct personal experience, and as time allows me ...
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Captain_Feelgood
Should be interesting to see what develops.
Trajan61 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I think virtually all of those in the gun control now group are likely liberal democrats and will never be open to allowing us to have reasonable gun control laws. Hell a lot of them probably consider gun owners to be evil just because they own guns.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
I'm probably going to do a few more posts in that group when I get the time.
Trajan61 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I think virtually all of those in the gun control now group are likely liberal democrats and will never be open to allowing us to have reasonable gun control laws. Hell a lot of them probably consider gun owners to be evil just because they own guns.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
I'm probably going to do a few more posts in that group when I get the time.
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Captain_Feelgood
Should be interesting to see what develops.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
@Tejas Sadly, you're right about that, it's all about the emotions.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
@Tejas Sadly, you're right about that, it's all about the emotions.
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Captain_Feelgood
Should be interesting to see what develops.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
As for me, I did what I did in the hopes to get others to consider the opposing viewpoint, as I have now been on both sides of that debate.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
As for me, I did what I did in the hopes to get others to consider the opposing viewpoint, as I have now been on both sides of that debate.
@TheInterlooper
@Trajan61
@Captain_Feelgood
Should be interesting to see what develops.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
Go for it, never know who might change their mind based on evidence.
Tejas comments on Nov 30, 2021:
The only host or administrator of that group has been inactive for over a year now. I've been tempted to post lots of pro 2nd amendment content in there just for the lols.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
Go for it, never know who might change their mind based on evidence.
If the host of this group thinks the following post is inappropriate for here, I will gladly delete ...
Pralina1 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with wanting to have better rules in place about guns ? Better rules for everyone’s safety .
What type of danger a regular citizen is worrying about that he / she needs a military weapon ?
Where the hell all these people with such weapons live that they feel so threatened ?
Ok . ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
@Trajan61 I certainly agree on the suicide part, does not make much sense. You're right about the rules too, but how do you convince someone otherwise who actually believes you could just waltz into a local WalMart lay your money down and a few moments later walk out of the store with a new gun? That's not reality, but try telling that to someone who has bought into the lies of the gun control lobby.
Pralina1 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with wanting to have better rules in place about guns ? Better rules for everyone’s safety .
What type of danger a regular citizen is worrying about that he / she needs a military weapon ?
Where the hell all these people with such weapons live that they feel so threatened ?
Ok . ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
@Trajan61 I certainly agree on the suicide part, does not make much sense. You're right about the rules too, but how do you convince someone otherwise who actually believes you could just waltz into a local WalMart lay your money down and a few moments later walk out of the store with a new gun? That's not reality, but try telling that to someone who has bought into the lies of the gun control lobby.
If the host of this group thinks the following post is inappropriate for here, I will gladly delete ...
Trajan61 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
There are very few pro gun democrats left today so I find it kind of hard to be pro gun and support the liberal democrats. I can’t see how anyone could vote for Joe Biden who is a rabid gun control nut and promised to take on the NRA and call themselves pro gun.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
At times based on their actions, I don't think alot of those Democrats are truly liberal. Guys like you and me are liberal, liberal in the sense that we believe in the individual making choices for themselves as opposed to involving the Government into every problem. It astounds and concerns me to no end the people who claim to be liberal and yet support authoritarian actions or measures.
Trajan61 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
There are very few pro gun democrats left today so I find it kind of hard to be pro gun and support the liberal democrats. I can’t see how anyone could vote for Joe Biden who is a rabid gun control nut and promised to take on the NRA and call themselves pro gun.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
At times based on their actions, I don't think alot of those Democrats are truly liberal. Guys like you and me are liberal, liberal in the sense that we believe in the individual making choices for themselves as opposed to involving the Government into every problem. It astounds and concerns me to no end the people who claim to be liberal and yet support authoritarian actions or measures.
If the host of this group thinks the following post is inappropriate for here, I will gladly delete ...
Pralina1 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with wanting to have better rules in place about guns ? Better rules for everyone’s safety .
What type of danger a regular citizen is worrying about that he / she needs a military weapon ?
Where the hell all these people with such weapons live that they feel so threatened ?
Ok . ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with having better rules in place? Criminals don't care about your rules which is why they are called criminals. Some of the biggest cities which are Democrat controlled and that have strict gun control measures in place also see some serious homicides by firearm. In Philadelphia alone this year there have been over 500 homicides by gun regardless of the fact that Philly is so restrictive you can't even order a slingshot online and have it delivered there. Yet, such laws have not stopped criminals. I have a personal story I could share with you later that could go a little deeper on the matter, but I don't have the time right now.
I see your point, but there already are strict gun control measures in most states, do you even have any idea what the average gun owner has to go through first before getting the new gun into his/her hands? You have waiting periods, background checks, licenses etc, and yet none of that seems to deter criminals.
Sounds like a parenting problem there. I grew up around and used guns, and never once did I shoot someone or myself. Never said there was anything wrong with the Government advising people of dangers related to either guns or drunk driving, what I question is just how effective is such? Last year there were over 110 million cases of alcohol-impaired driving accidents, despite the constant preaching from Government that drunk driving is bad. Their tactics don't appear to be working much.
Since when has banning anything made it go away permanently? We tried criminalizing recreational drugs, that hasn't worked out and created one hell of a black market. There was a time when gays could not get married, but did that stop them from getting together? There was a dark time when abortion procedures were outlawed, did that stop women from seeking out abortions? If anything, the laws at that time got women killed. Philadelphia has some strict gun control measures in place, but that didn't/has not stopped criminals and gangs from shooting each other up.
This isn't Europe. June of 2020 there were hundreds of BLM and ANTIFA protesters marching down my street, some of whom decided to pick a fight with my neighbor who was only minding his own business. Nevermind the fact ANTIFA has openly advocated for violence against anyone who does agree with their agenda, which is very concerning. When you've got a scenario involving hundreds of potentially violent protesters, that 30 round rifle sounds like a good idea to have on hand just in case. The fear and concerns on that matter are very real. Can't count on the police either, especially knowing the effort from many Democrats to defund police departments, and police are peace officers and not bodyguards, it is up to the individual to defend themselves.
I'm not ...
Pralina1 comments on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with wanting to have better rules in place about guns ? Better rules for everyone’s safety .
What type of danger a regular citizen is worrying about that he / she needs a military weapon ?
Where the hell all these people with such weapons live that they feel so threatened ?
Ok . ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
What is wrong with having better rules in place? Criminals don't care about your rules which is why they are called criminals. Some of the biggest cities which are Democrat controlled and that have strict gun control measures in place also see some serious homicides by firearm. In Philadelphia alone this year there have been over 500 homicides by gun regardless of the fact that Philly is so restrictive you can't even order a slingshot online and have it delivered there. Yet, such laws have not stopped criminals. I have a personal story I could share with you later that could go a little deeper on the matter, but I don't have the time right now.
I see your point, but there already are strict gun control measures in most states, do you even have any idea what the average gun owner has to go through first before getting the new gun into his/her hands? You have waiting periods, background checks, licenses etc, and yet none of that seems to deter criminals.
Sounds like a parenting problem there. I grew up around and used guns, and never once did I shoot someone or myself. Never said there was anything wrong with the Government advising people of dangers related to either guns or drunk driving, what I question is just how effective is such? Last year there were over 110 million cases of alcohol-impaired driving accidents, despite the constant preaching from Government that drunk driving is bad. Their tactics don't appear to be working much.
Since when has banning anything made it go away permanently? We tried criminalizing recreational drugs, that hasn't worked out and created one hell of a black market. There was a time when gays could not get married, but did that stop them from getting together? There was a dark time when abortion procedures were outlawed, did that stop women from seeking out abortions? If anything, the laws at that time got women killed. Philadelphia has some strict gun control measures in place, but that didn't/has not stopped criminals and gangs from shooting each other up.
This isn't Europe. June of 2020 there were hundreds of BLM and ANTIFA protesters marching down my street, some of whom decided to pick a fight with my neighbor who was only minding his own business. Nevermind the fact ANTIFA has openly advocated for violence against anyone who does agree with their agenda, which is very concerning. When you've got a scenario involving hundreds of potentially violent protesters, that 30 round rifle sounds like a good idea to have on hand just in case. The fear and concerns on that matter are very real. Can't count on the police either, especially knowing the effort from many Democrats to defund police departments, and police are peace officers and not bodyguards, it is up to the individual to defend themselves.
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Should be interesting to see what develops.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I think this tactic has been tried before, without much success though. Should be interesting to see if any new members respond.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
Thought I'd give it a go and see what happens.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 30, 2021:
I think this tactic has been tried before, without much success though. Should be interesting to see if any new members respond.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 30, 2021:
Thought I'd give it a go and see what happens.
I consider myself a political conservative, and not religious at all .
azzow2 comments on Nov 29, 2021:
It is difficult to define with a whole lot of stupidity going with both major political parties.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 29, 2021:
Truth be told there, both are bad news.
azzow2 comments on Nov 29, 2021:
It is difficult to define with a whole lot of stupidity going with both major political parties.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 29, 2021:
Truth be told there, both are bad news.
Anyone else hear about or use those Fenix USB-C port rechargeable batteries.
yvilletom comments on Nov 28, 2021:
I haven’t seen any yet. I will look for them.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 28, 2021:
Ordered mine on Walmart.com.
yvilletom comments on Nov 28, 2021:
I haven’t seen any yet. I will look for them.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 28, 2021:
Ordered mine on Walmart.com.
I've long known Reddit was a rather.
Pralina1 comments on Nov 28, 2021:
That’s sad . I do not have the app to view but I can read the captions and get the point .
For a century , nurses portrayed as useless things in short dresses , running behind a doctor w a clip board on hand , and be ready for sex .
Today , I still see Halloween costumes of “ sexy nurse “. ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 28, 2021:
I understand it can be easy to think about other careers, but I'm sure there are many out there who do appreciate your efforts. I have much respect for the work you do in helping others.
Pralina1 comments on Nov 28, 2021:
That’s sad . I do not have the app to view but I can read the captions and get the point .
For a century , nurses portrayed as useless things in short dresses , running behind a doctor w a clip board on hand , and be ready for sex .
Today , I still see Halloween costumes of “ sexy nurse “. ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 28, 2021:
I understand it can be easy to think about other careers, but I'm sure there are many out there who do appreciate your efforts. I have much respect for the work you do in helping others.
Has everyone been unable to post anything for the past 13 or 14 hours?
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 10, 2021:
Only couldn't post, still could comment though and the chatrooms in groups appeared to have worked okay.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
@Marionville Thank you, and yup the first to reach 10 on there. From the looks of it, guess there was no rush getting to 10, oh well...
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 10, 2021:
Only couldn't post, still could comment though and the chatrooms in groups appeared to have worked okay.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
@Marionville Thank you, and yup the first to reach 10 on there. From the looks of it, guess there was no rush getting to 10, oh well...
Has everyone been unable to post anything for the past 13 or 14 hours?
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 10, 2021:
Only couldn't post, still could comment though and the chatrooms in groups appeared to have worked okay.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
@Marionville I just reached level 10 on the sister site IDW, and apparently there was no perk for level 10, not that I saw anyway. Was that the same for you? Kinda strange no perk considering how long it takes to reach 10.
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 10, 2021:
Only couldn't post, still could comment though and the chatrooms in groups appeared to have worked okay.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
@Marionville I just reached level 10 on the sister site IDW, and apparently there was no perk for level 10, not that I saw anyway. Was that the same for you? Kinda strange no perk considering how long it takes to reach 10.
Nothing could possibly go wrong, right?
Pralina1 comments on May 17, 2020:
Job security ✌🏻✌🏻😂😂
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
Reverse Darwinism, survival of the most idiotic...
Pralina1 comments on May 17, 2020:
Job security ✌🏻✌🏻😂😂
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 27, 2021:
Reverse Darwinism, survival of the most idiotic...
This concerns both type 1 & 2 Diabetes.
Pralina1 comments on Nov 25, 2021:
One day at the time , yet , w a vision and a plan for long term .
It’s very true that health care providers pay very little attention to the emotional aspect of diagnosis and focusing mainly on numbers and the basics ( eyes / circulation / kidney function, etc ). Numbers, numbers , number .🙁
...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 25, 2021:
Sadly, I've already dealt with people either asking or telling me I can't eat certain things, which is among one the worst downsides to having diabetes. At times I've wondered why it had to be Type 1 I got, at least some type 2s can somewhat reverse their condition with specific diet and don't have to go on insulin right away. Up to age 35 when I got diagnosed, I went out of my way to lead as healthy a lifestyle as possible, never smoked, hardly drank, always exercised alot etc, and in the end what did it get me? Also a main reason why I don't believe in a god or deity, Type 1 is a truly screwed up thing, should never even occur in a world with an intelligent designer, which of course there isn't one.
All I know is daily living can be tough, some days worse than others, with the big worry being dangerously low blood sugars. The serious low I experienced last December was unlike anything I had ever experienced prior... had been through trying events in my life which were either physically or emotionally draining, and yet I always pulled through. That low blood sugar episode though came quick with no warning and knocked me flat on my ass, only good thing there was that luckily I wasn't alone at that time, or otherwise I might not be here today.
Pralina1 comments on Nov 25, 2021:
One day at the time , yet , w a vision and a plan for long term .
It’s very true that health care providers pay very little attention to the emotional aspect of diagnosis and focusing mainly on numbers and the basics ( eyes / circulation / kidney function, etc ). Numbers, numbers , number .🙁
...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 25, 2021:
Sadly, I've already dealt with people either asking or telling me I can't eat certain things, which is among one the worst downsides to having diabetes. At times I've wondered why it had to be Type 1 I got, at least some type 2s can somewhat reverse their condition with specific diet and don't have to go on insulin right away. Up to age 35 when I got diagnosed, I went out of my way to lead as healthy a lifestyle as possible, never smoked, hardly drank, always exercised alot etc, and in the end what did it get me? Also a main reason why I don't believe in a god or deity, Type 1 is a truly screwed up thing, should never even occur in a world with an intelligent designer, which of course there isn't one.
All I know is daily living can be tough, some days worse than others, with the big worry being dangerously low blood sugars. The serious low I experienced last December was unlike anything I had ever experienced prior... had been through trying events in my life which were either physically or emotionally draining, and yet I always pulled through. That low blood sugar episode though came quick with no warning and knocked me flat on my ass, only good thing there was that luckily I wasn't alone at that time, or otherwise I might not be here today.
Some vulgar Thanksgiving humor there.
Well not quite, those thighs look mighty good too...
Pralina1 comments on Nov 24, 2021:
Go turkey go ♥️🙌♥️
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 24, 2021:
Iconic tatas sound like fun. That reminds me of a similar dirty meme I came across a few years back where this lady said she had a BMW (with BMW meaning, breasts men worship).
Pralina1 comments on Nov 24, 2021:
Go turkey go ♥️🙌♥️
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 24, 2021:
Iconic tatas sound like fun. That reminds me of a similar dirty meme I came across a few years back where this lady said she had a BMW (with BMW meaning, breasts men worship).
Here are some quick facts about the two men Kyle Rittenhouse killed from a source that certainly ...
Seriousreason comments on Nov 23, 2021:
Hearing details from " the horse's mouth , so to.speak" clears up any misconceptions.
Tucker's interview ( clips on YouTube ) just shows how badly this young man has been malined . Every single talking point those Propaganda merchants spun was false.
Watch how quickly the same media turns the ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 23, 2021:
It's way beyond disturbing, brother. The mainstream medias are no longer really news outlets, but rather propaganda machines for the woke progressive movement.
Seriousreason comments on Nov 23, 2021:
Hearing details from " the horse's mouth , so to.speak" clears up any misconceptions.
Tucker's interview ( clips on YouTube ) just shows how badly this young man has been malined . Every single talking point those Propaganda merchants spun was false.
Watch how quickly the same media turns the ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 23, 2021:
It's way beyond disturbing, brother. The mainstream medias are no longer really news outlets, but rather propaganda machines for the woke progressive movement.
Freethought is a philosophical position that holds that ideas and opinions should be based on ...
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 21, 2021:
The problem with alot of so-called liberals these days are that alot of them are not truly liberal, they have bought into the far-left progressive brand of thought, which is hardly liberal save for a few of the social-based issues. Being openminded is to be truly liberal, to seek to silence or ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@KKGator Hi Gator. Over the years I've sat back and observed how the two political sides treat each other, and your last sentence above is very true albeit alarming. A few days ago was chatting with someone who leans to the right, and I tried politely explaining to him that claiming to support individual liberties while trying to actively restrict women's abortion rights is an authoritarian approach in nature, and he responded with an angry tirade and called me a liberal (as if that's an insult or something) and a communist sympathizer. On the flip side, can't tell you how many times I've been called a fascist for supporting the Second Amendment. No balance indeed, damned if I do and damned if I don't, at times feel like just giving up. What a mess the political and social situations have become in our country.
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 21, 2021:
The problem with alot of so-called liberals these days are that alot of them are not truly liberal, they have bought into the far-left progressive brand of thought, which is hardly liberal save for a few of the social-based issues. Being openminded is to be truly liberal, to seek to silence or ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@KKGator Hi Gator. Over the years I've sat back and observed how the two political sides treat each other, and your last sentence above is very true albeit alarming. A few days ago was chatting with someone who leans to the right, and I tried politely explaining to him that claiming to support individual liberties while trying to actively restrict women's abortion rights is an authoritarian approach in nature, and he responded with an angry tirade and called me a liberal (as if that's an insult or something) and a communist sympathizer. On the flip side, can't tell you how many times I've been called a fascist for supporting the Second Amendment. No balance indeed, damned if I do and damned if I don't, at times feel like just giving up. What a mess the political and social situations have become in our country.
Two things that got me upset w my self yesterday , and I am not even sure yet what the hell is ...
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 16, 2021:
Initially, after reading this post I was a bit freaked out, but after reading it again think I understand where you're coming from. I say freaked out because a few months back, as odd as this may sound, I had a dream about you doing a post on this site that indicated you were... tired of living, and...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@Pralina1 Good to hear you're doing okay. I'll be glad when the holidays are over, that time of year is usually misery for me, my father passed away a week before x-mas in 2006. I don't play video games as much as I used to (play on desktop computer, not separate game system), but they can help relieve stress at times. Have fun with the Nintendo, and take care in the meantime.
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 16, 2021:
Initially, after reading this post I was a bit freaked out, but after reading it again think I understand where you're coming from. I say freaked out because a few months back, as odd as this may sound, I had a dream about you doing a post on this site that indicated you were... tired of living, and...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@Pralina1 Good to hear you're doing okay. I'll be glad when the holidays are over, that time of year is usually misery for me, my father passed away a week before x-mas in 2006. I don't play video games as much as I used to (play on desktop computer, not separate game system), but they can help relieve stress at times. Have fun with the Nintendo, and take care in the meantime.
Two things that got me upset w my self yesterday , and I am not even sure yet what the hell is ...
MichelleGar1 comments on Oct 14, 2021:
I know I'm a total bitch when I don't get my sleep, poor Metalhead 222! Before I came to visit him, I got sick, had a health related problem that fucked with my motor skills, still went to work and got in a car accident! So my sleep had been pretty much non existent? I'm a mess!
Enough about me,...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@MichelleGar1 A car accident. Geez, hope you're doing okay? That's enough to ruin anyone's day.
MichelleGar1 comments on Oct 14, 2021:
I know I'm a total bitch when I don't get my sleep, poor Metalhead 222! Before I came to visit him, I got sick, had a health related problem that fucked with my motor skills, still went to work and got in a car accident! So my sleep had been pretty much non existent? I'm a mess!
Enough about me,...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@MichelleGar1 A car accident. Geez, hope you're doing okay? That's enough to ruin anyone's day.
Two things that got me upset w my self yesterday , and I am not even sure yet what the hell is ...
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 16, 2021:
Initially, after reading this post I was a bit freaked out, but after reading it again think I understand where you're coming from. I say freaked out because a few months back, as odd as this may sound, I had a dream about you doing a post on this site that indicated you were... tired of living, and...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@Pralina1 By the way I meant to ask the other day when you messaged me, how are you doing with the work load? I know the job has been stressful. Hope all has been going good for you. I agree this year has not been much better than the previous year, looking forward to the new year (I think).
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 16, 2021:
Initially, after reading this post I was a bit freaked out, but after reading it again think I understand where you're coming from. I say freaked out because a few months back, as odd as this may sound, I had a dream about you doing a post on this site that indicated you were... tired of living, and...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 21, 2021:
@Pralina1 By the way I meant to ask the other day when you messaged me, how are you doing with the work load? I know the job has been stressful. Hope all has been going good for you. I agree this year has not been much better than the previous year, looking forward to the new year (I think).
Lin-Manuel Miranda Apologizes For Perceived Colorism In 'In The Heights : NPR
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 16, 2021:
Did you pause your account on IDW?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay Dang man, thirty years dealing with social media? I'm barely five years, and have grown somewhat disillusioned with social media, lol.
I certainly agree on the second part there. Only talking about this site for the moment, I've actually gotten along better with some left-leaning individuals than right ones. Being I tend to support issues like gay rights/separation of church and state/decriminalizing recreational drugs/basic LE reform/and abortion rights for women, that tends to draw the ire of radical rightwingers.
JacksonNought and Garsco wish you well by the way.
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 16, 2021:
Did you pause your account on IDW?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay Dang man, thirty years dealing with social media? I'm barely five years, and have grown somewhat disillusioned with social media, lol.
I certainly agree on the second part there. Only talking about this site for the moment, I've actually gotten along better with some left-leaning individuals than right ones. Being I tend to support issues like gay rights/separation of church and state/decriminalizing recreational drugs/basic LE reform/and abortion rights for women, that tends to draw the ire of radical rightwingers.
JacksonNought and Garsco wish you well by the way.
Japanese temple stirs criticism with naked men paintings
In an attempt to attract younger ...
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 20, 2021:
That is odd that such stirred up controversy, given it's in Japan. One would expect outrage like that in the puritanical and prudish west. I wonder who had complained more, women or men?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
@Ryo1 Hhmm, they sound like a rather prudish lot...
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 20, 2021:
That is odd that such stirred up controversy, given it's in Japan. One would expect outrage like that in the puritanical and prudish west. I wonder who had complained more, women or men?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
@Ryo1 Hhmm, they sound like a rather prudish lot...
Unhinged leftwingers are already inciting violence and upheaval after Rittenhouse verdict-
...
Alienbeing comments on Nov 20, 2021:
Additionally, Nadler (alias Fat Man) knows or should know Rittenhouse was NOT armed when he crossed State lines. While I'm not sure, I think that even if he was, since it would have been with a rifle, it would not have been illegal.
Last, since all people shot were white, and Rittenhouse is ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
The far-left finds ways to make every issue racial...
Alienbeing comments on Nov 20, 2021:
Additionally, Nadler (alias Fat Man) knows or should know Rittenhouse was NOT armed when he crossed State lines. While I'm not sure, I think that even if he was, since it would have been with a rifle, it would not have been illegal.
Last, since all people shot were white, and Rittenhouse is ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
The far-left finds ways to make every issue racial...
Japanese temple stirs criticism with naked men paintings
In an attempt to attract younger ...
altschmerz comments on Nov 20, 2021:
I hope they put them up somewhere else! Those paintings are gorgeous.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
Meh who knows, maybe Agnostic.com will get its own version of that artwork, lol...
altschmerz comments on Nov 20, 2021:
I hope they put them up somewhere else! Those paintings are gorgeous.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
Meh who knows, maybe Agnostic.com will get its own version of that artwork, lol...
Japanese temple stirs criticism with naked men paintings
In an attempt to attract younger ...
Ryo1 comments on Nov 20, 2021:
It's odd that the paintings of bathing men raised many eyebrows, considering that 'onsens' (hot spring public baths) are a huge traditional part of Japanese culture. Many traditional Japanese inns boast about their onsens on their websites that include photos, like this one, which cause no offence ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
Oh, I likey!
Ryo1 comments on Nov 20, 2021:
It's odd that the paintings of bathing men raised many eyebrows, considering that 'onsens' (hot spring public baths) are a huge traditional part of Japanese culture. Many traditional Japanese inns boast about their onsens on their websites that include photos, like this one, which cause no offence ...
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
Oh, I likey!
Just got done watching the new Ghostbusters movie, have mixed feelings on it.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 20, 2021:
Didn't know it was available ... What system? (cable, amazon, netflix, etc...?)
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
I'm guessing any of those too at this time, but I watched it on some obscure movie sharing site that is free to use. The video quality wasn't that great, and there were loads of ads, good thing I'm on a smartphone and use a robust ad blocker app.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 20, 2021:
Didn't know it was available ... What system? (cable, amazon, netflix, etc...?)
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 20, 2021:
I'm guessing any of those too at this time, but I watched it on some obscure movie sharing site that is free to use. The video quality wasn't that great, and there were loads of ads, good thing I'm on a smartphone and use a robust ad blocker app.
What's your favorite place to go on vacation?
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 17, 2021:
Atlantic City New Jersey and stay at a casino resort. The beach is close by, and just about every casino down there has a swimming pool.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 18, 2021:
@Pralina1 My favorite there is the Hard Rock Casino Resort.
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 17, 2021:
Atlantic City New Jersey and stay at a casino resort. The beach is close by, and just about every casino down there has a swimming pool.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 18, 2021:
@Pralina1 My favorite there is the Hard Rock Casino Resort.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Apologizes For Perceived Colorism In 'In The Heights : NPR
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 16, 2021:
Did you pause your account on IDW?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 16, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay If you sent a message and deleted your account, the message would have disappeared anyways, so all good.
I know who the unreasonable ones on IDW are, and I've learned to just avoid them after awhile. Not worth the time arguing with such folks. I understand, and at times I've wondered myself just how wonderful social media really is? The uptick in cases of clinical depression may very well be linked to excessive social media usage, but that's another story...
As for community, neither site reminds me of a strong community, just echo chambers for your preferred side, and I've encountered revolting individuals on both sites.
All good on the note part, both sites have frequent glitches, so that's understandable.
As for Admin posting an update on IDW and not here, given in the past on this site how some jumped to conclusions and even threatened to doxx Admin over some of his political views, can't say I blame him for skipping over this site. How are such actions representative of a community? Keep in mind though the membership numbers on both sites are somewhat low in comparison to other major social media platforms, which is why it may appear that way to you. With that said, I'm not disagreeing with the last sentence in your reply above.
One last thought regarding the battle of the political sides, in particular the vaccination debate. As of May of this year I became fully vaccinated against Covid, and for the most part I think I made the best decision for myself and those around me (you know, the libertarian or voluntary thing to do). I can sympathize with both sides in that debate. Some people are not so anti-vaxx as they are suspicious and critical of others, they have become distrustful of fellow human beings based on how they were treated in the past. That suspicion/fear works both ways, as I've sat back and observed some of the terrible things pro-vaxxers have said about those who hold differing views on the matter. How is debasing such people and wishing them dead any more humanist in nature than those who are suspicious of vaccines? Both extremes are driven by irrational fears. Take my own mother for example... some months back before I finally convinced her to get vaccinated against Covid, there would have been pro-vaxxers out there who would have been quick to say terrible things about my mother for not getting vaccinated and accuse her of spreading the virus, regardless of the fact that she has largely been confined to her home for the past few years now and that I help her with chores that she needs to do. Both sides make crude assumptions, and when people let themselves become driven by fears and emotions there's no reasoning with such people. Also wanted to mention that after the second dose I became sick for close to ...
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 16, 2021:
Did you pause your account on IDW?
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 16, 2021:
@TheMiddleWay If you sent a message and deleted your account, the message would have disappeared anyways, so all good.
I know who the unreasonable ones on IDW are, and I've learned to just avoid them after awhile. Not worth the time arguing with such folks. I understand, and at times I've wondered myself just how wonderful social media really is? The uptick in cases of clinical depression may very well be linked to excessive social media usage, but that's another story...
As for community, neither site reminds me of a strong community, just echo chambers for your preferred side, and I've encountered revolting individuals on both sites.
All good on the note part, both sites have frequent glitches, so that's understandable.
As for Admin posting an update on IDW and not here, given in the past on this site how some jumped to conclusions and even threatened to doxx Admin over some of his political views, can't say I blame him for skipping over this site. How are such actions representative of a community? Keep in mind though the membership numbers on both sites are somewhat low in comparison to other major social media platforms, which is why it may appear that way to you. With that said, I'm not disagreeing with the last sentence in your reply above.
One last thought regarding the battle of the political sides, in particular the vaccination debate. As of May of this year I became fully vaccinated against Covid, and for the most part I think I made the best decision for myself and those around me (you know, the libertarian or voluntary thing to do). I can sympathize with both sides in that debate. Some people are not so anti-vaxx as they are suspicious and critical of others, they have become distrustful of fellow human beings based on how they were treated in the past. That suspicion/fear works both ways, as I've sat back and observed some of the terrible things pro-vaxxers have said about those who hold differing views on the matter. How is debasing such people and wishing them dead any more humanist in nature than those who are suspicious of vaccines? Both extremes are driven by irrational fears. Take my own mother for example... some months back before I finally convinced her to get vaccinated against Covid, there would have been pro-vaxxers out there who would have been quick to say terrible things about my mother for not getting vaccinated and accuse her of spreading the virus, regardless of the fact that she has largely been confined to her home for the past few years now and that I help her with chores that she needs to do. Both sides make crude assumptions, and when people let themselves become driven by fears and emotions there's no reasoning with such people. Also wanted to mention that after the second dose I became sick for close to ...
People who support Biden cannot be conservative or pro gun. Do you agree?
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 14, 2021:
Well,,, I know some democrats that are pro-gun, and I know a couple of registered republicans that voted for Biden. Grant it, they now regret doing so, but that's beside the point now I guess. So I'm not sure I'd agree with that one. 😐
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 16, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood While I agree with Trajan on the above, these days alot of Republican politicians cannot be trusted either, and they have promoted red flag laws etc.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Nov 14, 2021:
Well,,, I know some democrats that are pro-gun, and I know a couple of registered republicans that voted for Biden. Grant it, they now regret doing so, but that's beside the point now I guess. So I'm not sure I'd agree with that one. 😐
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 16, 2021:
@Captain_Feelgood While I agree with Trajan on the above, these days alot of Republican politicians cannot be trusted either, and they have promoted red flag laws etc.
Pennsylvania paper in denial over benefit of armed citizens-
[bearingarms.com]
Leutrelle comments on Nov 9, 2021:
That is my home state. They are politically divided. Philadelphia is very liberal but the rural areas are conservative.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 9, 2021:
Same here, home state is PA.
Leutrelle comments on Nov 9, 2021:
That is my home state. They are politically divided. Philadelphia is very liberal but the rural areas are conservative.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 9, 2021:
Same here, home state is PA.
Kenosha County, Wis.
Leutrelle comments on Nov 9, 2021:
America has many problems to solve now and in the future. The country's future looks bleak. I hope that the collective conscience can grow a brain.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 9, 2021:
Leu, good to hear from you, hope all has been going good for you.
Leutrelle comments on Nov 9, 2021:
America has many problems to solve now and in the future. The country's future looks bleak. I hope that the collective conscience can grow a brain.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 9, 2021:
Leu, good to hear from you, hope all has been going good for you.
How Pinterest utterly ruined photo search on the internet
The social media site is the bane of ...
FearlessFly comments on Nov 8, 2021:
. . . you could add the "Unpinterested" Browser extension
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/unpinterested/
. . . OR, just add -pinterest to your search engine criteria
. . . OR just use Startpage/DuckDuckGo :)
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 8, 2021:
The last option is best.
FearlessFly comments on Nov 8, 2021:
. . . you could add the "Unpinterested" Browser extension
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/unpinterested/
. . . OR, just add -pinterest to your search engine criteria
. . . OR just use Startpage/DuckDuckGo :)
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 8, 2021:
The last option is best.
Edward Durr's incredible upset victory over New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney is worth ...
Alienbeing comments on Nov 4, 2021:
The end of almost any Democrat's political career is worth celebrating.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 4, 2021:
More importantly, such an example proves that one does not have to be super rich in order to run for a political office, and also win in the end as well. A truly inspiring story.
Alienbeing comments on Nov 4, 2021:
The end of almost any Democrat's political career is worth celebrating.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 4, 2021:
More importantly, such an example proves that one does not have to be super rich in order to run for a political office, and also win in the end as well. A truly inspiring story.
Best computer
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 2, 2021:
I got your message but for some reason was not able to respond, messenger has not been working for me recently. You should be able to join the group now being you reached level 3. Sorry to hear your computer gave you trouble.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 3, 2021:
@duchessa1 It's saying 3 by your username above.
SpikeTalon comments on Nov 2, 2021:
I got your message but for some reason was not able to respond, messenger has not been working for me recently. You should be able to join the group now being you reached level 3. Sorry to hear your computer gave you trouble.
SpikeTalon replies on Nov 3, 2021:
@duchessa1 It's saying 3 by your username above.
Speed
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 26, 2021:
Think one time went as high as 75 mph or so, speed limit was 65 I think.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 26, 2021:
@Unity I try my best, haven't gotten a ticket yet.
SpikeTalon comments on Oct 26, 2021:
Think one time went as high as 75 mph or so, speed limit was 65 I think.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 26, 2021:
@Unity I try my best, haven't gotten a ticket yet.
There was a time when "free-thinker" was a common synonym for "atheist".
Heavykevy1985 comments on Oct 25, 2021:
Made an OP about this not too long ago where progressives have become dogmatic in their views that by merely questioning them get you branded as a heretic. Just look at JK Rowling, a fellow progressive
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 26, 2021:
If I'm not mistaken, that post of yours attracted multiple progressive screechers, lol. You are correct by the way regarding modern day progressives.
Heavykevy1985 comments on Oct 25, 2021:
Made an OP about this not too long ago where progressives have become dogmatic in their views that by merely questioning them get you branded as a heretic. Just look at JK Rowling, a fellow progressive
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 26, 2021:
If I'm not mistaken, that post of yours attracted multiple progressive screechers, lol. You are correct by the way regarding modern day progressives.
There was a time when "free-thinker" was a common synonym for "atheist".
Marionville comments on Oct 24, 2021:
I agree with most of what you say, and I think it boils down to an extreme polarisation in our society of all things political and religious. It appears we are now living in a new age of illiberalism where there seems to be no middle ground, you’re either all in or all out. I believe we are in...
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 24, 2021:
@Marionville I'm fond of the term "wankers" myself, but buggers sounds just fine to me as well.
Marionville comments on Oct 24, 2021:
I agree with most of what you say, and I think it boils down to an extreme polarisation in our society of all things political and religious. It appears we are now living in a new age of illiberalism where there seems to be no middle ground, you’re either all in or all out. I believe we are in...
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 24, 2021:
@Marionville I'm fond of the term "wankers" myself, but buggers sounds just fine to me as well.
There was a time when "free-thinker" was a common synonym for "atheist".
Fernapple comments on Oct 24, 2021:
I think you have a good point. But there is a small qualification which needs to be made, which is that you are making an assumption that modern atheists and free thinkers are the "same people" as you phrase it, as the atheists and free thinkers of the past. But that of course is probably not the ...
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 24, 2021:
@Matias Can't go wrong with logic and reasoning.
Fernapple comments on Oct 24, 2021:
I think you have a good point. But there is a small qualification which needs to be made, which is that you are making an assumption that modern atheists and free thinkers are the "same people" as you phrase it, as the atheists and free thinkers of the past. But that of course is probably not the ...
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 24, 2021:
@Matias Can't go wrong with logic and reasoning.
All hail Blucifer, the blue-colored "demon" horse statue with glowing eyes from Colorado.
Pralina1 comments on Oct 22, 2021:
I think he is pretty ! I ll ride him on a normal Tuesday , let aside Halloween🦇
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 22, 2021:
He's my new avatar on here for right now.
Pralina1 comments on Oct 22, 2021:
I think he is pretty ! I ll ride him on a normal Tuesday , let aside Halloween🦇
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 22, 2021:
He's my new avatar on here for right now.
The local Halloween Parade was back in town after a two year hiatus.
Unity comments on Oct 18, 2021:
Which street does it go down?
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 18, 2021:
Chestnut St, Emmaus Halloween Parade.
Unity comments on Oct 18, 2021:
Which street does it go down?
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 18, 2021:
Chestnut St, Emmaus Halloween Parade.
Prince William tells billionaires: Forget space race and focus on saving Earth
richiegtt comments on Oct 14, 2021:
I say forget the useless Prince and the rest of the Royal leaches and stop funding their extravagant lifestyle with taxpayers funds and use the money on saving the earth instead .At least The billionaires aren’t funded by the taxpayers.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 15, 2021:
I second that.
richiegtt comments on Oct 14, 2021:
I say forget the useless Prince and the rest of the Royal leaches and stop funding their extravagant lifestyle with taxpayers funds and use the money on saving the earth instead .At least The billionaires aren’t funded by the taxpayers.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 15, 2021:
I second that.
Self defense is absolutely compulsory.
callmedubious comments on Oct 3, 2021:
just possibly, another reason is that the USA is surrounded by oceans.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 3, 2021:
East and west perhaps, but not the north and south.
callmedubious comments on Oct 3, 2021:
just possibly, another reason is that the USA is surrounded by oceans.
SpikeTalon replies on Oct 3, 2021:
East and west perhaps, but not the north and south.
Code Red Comics: If you could tax stupidity. AOC at the Met Gala-
[redstate.com]
richiegtt comments on Sep 25, 2021:
I despise this vacuous idiot and annoying hypocrite.She is media whore with a voice that irritates and grates on me to no end . I refuse to listen to this stupid libtard.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 25, 2021:
@Trajan61 Thought this was funny. Shared it on IDW, can't wait to see what reactions I get.
richiegtt comments on Sep 25, 2021:
I despise this vacuous idiot and annoying hypocrite.She is media whore with a voice that irritates and grates on me to no end . I refuse to listen to this stupid libtard.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 25, 2021:
@Trajan61 Thought this was funny. Shared it on IDW, can't wait to see what reactions I get.
Greetings from the 2021 Great Allentown Fair.
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
And on the Fairgrounds is The Main Gate a place I frequented almost 20 years ago.
Time flies
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
@Unity Can't say I hang out that much anymore myself. Like you, I'm more on the introvert side.
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
And on the Fairgrounds is The Main Gate a place I frequented almost 20 years ago.
Time flies
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
@Unity Can't say I hang out that much anymore myself. Like you, I'm more on the introvert side.
So if gender is fluid , just a social construct.
SpikeTalon comments on Sep 24, 2021:
Valid point.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
@Seriousreason Yup, sad and disgusting.
SpikeTalon comments on Sep 24, 2021:
Valid point.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
@Seriousreason Yup, sad and disgusting.
A Night At The Fair
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
I enjoyed the 5 years I lived in Allentown.
Had the time of my life.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
Allentown is certainly a fun city to live in, and it gets even better the week of the Fair. It sure went by quick this year.
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
I enjoyed the 5 years I lived in Allentown.
Had the time of my life.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
Allentown is certainly a fun city to live in, and it gets even better the week of the Fair. It sure went by quick this year.
Greetings from the 2021 Great Allentown Fair.
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
And on the Fairgrounds is The Main Gate a place I frequented almost 20 years ago.
Time flies
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
I recall you mentioning that when I did a post on here during the 2018 Fair. Main Gate is still a popular and thriving destination in Allentown.
Unity comments on Sep 24, 2021:
And on the Fairgrounds is The Main Gate a place I frequented almost 20 years ago.
Time flies
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 24, 2021:
I recall you mentioning that when I did a post on here during the 2018 Fair. Main Gate is still a popular and thriving destination in Allentown.
To quote an old saying "no news is good news".
BD66 comments on Sep 23, 2021:
Back in 2016 when it was Trump vs. Hillary, I thought "I don't like either candidate. It's not worth it for me to lose one client or one friend arguing politics over these two." I scaled back the amount of cable news I watch, and I've been much happier since.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 23, 2021:
Smart man.
BD66 comments on Sep 23, 2021:
Back in 2016 when it was Trump vs. Hillary, I thought "I don't like either candidate. It's not worth it for me to lose one client or one friend arguing politics over these two." I scaled back the amount of cable news I watch, and I've been much happier since.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 23, 2021:
Smart man.
Privileges
redbai comments on Sep 16, 2021:
Privilege is the ability to whine and lie about the motivations and abilities of others to validate the oppression you participate in without serious consequence.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 16, 2021:
You and your assumptions can go fuck off. Apparently you enjoy agitating others who may question your motives and slanted agenda. Adio.
redbai comments on Sep 16, 2021:
Privilege is the ability to whine and lie about the motivations and abilities of others to validate the oppression you participate in without serious consequence.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 16, 2021:
You and your assumptions can go fuck off. Apparently you enjoy agitating others who may question your motives and slanted agenda. Adio.
We have a bad wild hog problem here.
Captain_Feelgood comments on Sep 14, 2021:
Lots of places are having this problem. I see it as free food. 😏
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 14, 2021:
Here bacon bacon bacon...
Captain_Feelgood comments on Sep 14, 2021:
Lots of places are having this problem. I see it as free food. 😏
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 14, 2021:
Here bacon bacon bacon...
US Military Courts rules bump stocks are not machine guns-
[ammoland.com]
Trajan61 comments on Sep 9, 2021:
And that’s the way it should be. I never agreed with Trump on his bump stock ban even though I continued to support him. I’m afraid it’s liable to open the door for some radical gun control rulings.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 9, 2021:
Same here.
Trajan61 comments on Sep 9, 2021:
And that’s the way it should be. I never agreed with Trump on his bump stock ban even though I continued to support him. I’m afraid it’s liable to open the door for some radical gun control rulings.
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 9, 2021:
Same here.
Greetings from the 2021 Great Allentown Fair.
Pralina1 comments on Sep 3, 2021:
I can’t ride these things anymore to save my life !
This is great spike , glad u had fun .
The pictures reminded me faces and music and friendships of childhood ♥️
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 3, 2021:
Definitely, over the years many good memories there. Only part of the Fair that I don't care for much anymore is the rides. I'll make an exception for the Air Raid though, not every year the Fair has a feature ride attraction, and besides one of my friends made a bet I can't pass up.
Pralina1 comments on Sep 3, 2021:
I can’t ride these things anymore to save my life !
This is great spike , glad u had fun .
The pictures reminded me faces and music and friendships of childhood ♥️
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 3, 2021:
Definitely, over the years many good memories there. Only part of the Fair that I don't care for much anymore is the rides. I'll make an exception for the Air Raid though, not every year the Fair has a feature ride attraction, and besides one of my friends made a bet I can't pass up.
Oh, I am not really a Conservative, an Independent. Also, Matt Walsh is great.
Thanks.
SpikeTalon comments on Sep 1, 2021:
Registered Independent myself. What are your overall views, if you don't mind me asking?
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 1, 2021:
@Ello Sounds reasonable to me. I'm fiscally (economics) and constitutionally conservative while being socially liberal, and have no allegiance to either political Party. Whilst I am registered Independent, most would call my overall stance libertarian.
On a side note, I liked President Kennedy, he strived to be fair with everyone.
SpikeTalon comments on Sep 1, 2021:
Registered Independent myself. What are your overall views, if you don't mind me asking?
SpikeTalon replies on Sep 1, 2021:
@Ello Sounds reasonable to me. I'm fiscally (economics) and constitutionally conservative while being socially liberal, and have no allegiance to either political Party. Whilst I am registered Independent, most would call my overall stance libertarian.
On a side note, I liked President Kennedy, he strived to be fair with everyone.
I find it interesting that many atheists, including ones on this platform, give up their belief in a...
Silver1wun comments on Aug 27, 2021:
So very well said
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 28, 2021:
@Silver1wun, @Heavykevy1985 I agree with both of you. While both extremes can get on one's nerves, the progressive left has become extremely intolerant over the last decade or so now. I say such based on direct personal experience with so-called progressives on this site, some of whom have wished death on me simply for disagreeing with some of their viewpoints.
Silver1wun comments on Aug 27, 2021:
So very well said
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 28, 2021:
@Silver1wun, @Heavykevy1985 I agree with both of you. While both extremes can get on one's nerves, the progressive left has become extremely intolerant over the last decade or so now. I say such based on direct personal experience with so-called progressives on this site, some of whom have wished death on me simply for disagreeing with some of their viewpoints.
The Taliban now has access to more than $85 billion worth of U.
callmedubious comments on Aug 28, 2021:
there never was a war in afghanistan. the most powerful military in history attacked a few thousand sheep herders that were designated terrorists bc they didn't like the idea of foreigners attempting to replace their govt (regardless of how corrupt that govt was).
so 2.3 trillion dollars was wasted...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 28, 2021:
I don't necessarily disagree with the above, but that still doesn't remove the fact that our leadership had failed in their duties. Potential terrorists never should have been able to acquire so easily the American hardware that they did.
callmedubious comments on Aug 28, 2021:
there never was a war in afghanistan. the most powerful military in history attacked a few thousand sheep herders that were designated terrorists bc they didn't like the idea of foreigners attempting to replace their govt (regardless of how corrupt that govt was).
so 2.3 trillion dollars was wasted...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 28, 2021:
I don't necessarily disagree with the above, but that still doesn't remove the fact that our leadership had failed in their duties. Potential terrorists never should have been able to acquire so easily the American hardware that they did.
Someone once said god doesnt play dice?
SpikeTalon comments on Aug 27, 2021:
Does that game come with a get-out-of-Hell free card?
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 27, 2021:
@Word Wasn't really asking that seriously.
SpikeTalon comments on Aug 27, 2021:
Does that game come with a get-out-of-Hell free card?
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 27, 2021:
@Word Wasn't really asking that seriously.
Was a good day today, finally had gotten approved for a Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor and it ...
richiegtt comments on Aug 26, 2021:
The ability to send glucose readings to a smart phone is a great advancement .
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 26, 2021:
Indeed. Back in May was on a ten day trial of the Dexcom (for my Endocrinologist in order to get a better understanding of my BG trends), and it sure made my life much easier living with Type 1 Diabetes.
richiegtt comments on Aug 26, 2021:
The ability to send glucose readings to a smart phone is a great advancement .
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 26, 2021:
Indeed. Back in May was on a ten day trial of the Dexcom (for my Endocrinologist in order to get a better understanding of my BG trends), and it sure made my life much easier living with Type 1 Diabetes.
Dare to question god's wisdom?
Tejas comments on Aug 18, 2021:
I feel both are a good idea
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
Smart man.
Tejas comments on Aug 18, 2021:
I feel both are a good idea
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
Smart man.
Dare to question god's wisdom?
FreethinkerAg comments on Aug 18, 2021:
I wish I could post this on my Facebook page
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
@FreethinkerAg At top of post there should be an option to share to Facebook or copy link.
FreethinkerAg comments on Aug 18, 2021:
I wish I could post this on my Facebook page
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
@FreethinkerAg At top of post there should be an option to share to Facebook or copy link.
Dare to question god's wisdom?
Captain_Feelgood comments on Aug 21, 2021:
Using this logic (or lack there of) everyone here that does not believe a god is protecting them should have a gun... 🙄
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
Yes yes and yes!
Captain_Feelgood comments on Aug 21, 2021:
Using this logic (or lack there of) everyone here that does not believe a god is protecting them should have a gun... 🙄
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 25, 2021:
Yes yes and yes!
You know.
SpikeTalon comments on Aug 23, 2021:
In reading some of the comments, predictably enough some members got the wrong idea as to the reason why I did this post. Yes, misinformation and conspiracy theories are problems, but beside the main point of this post and another topic altogether. I too stand with the medical community on the Covid...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@holdenc98 Okay, thanks.
SpikeTalon comments on Aug 23, 2021:
In reading some of the comments, predictably enough some members got the wrong idea as to the reason why I did this post. Yes, misinformation and conspiracy theories are problems, but beside the main point of this post and another topic altogether. I too stand with the medical community on the Covid...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@holdenc98 Okay, thanks.
You know.
UrsiMajor comments on Aug 23, 2021:
I see your point, but the truth of the matter is that many of us have given up on the antivaxxed on this site and have accepted the fact that they aren't going to change. That being said, the false information they post is alarming. We attempted to contact admin about it and have false information ...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@UrsiMajor You need to do what you feel is best for you, and I would support whatever decision you make on the matter regardless of whether or not I may agree or disagree. Been doing alot of thinking recently on that topic, and have since backed away from doing posts that could possibly be considered dehumanizing in some way, made me realize that my approach could have been driving opposing views away, such is the case with my experiences with the unvaccinated and my attempts to change their mind. The private message route sounds like a good idea.
UrsiMajor comments on Aug 23, 2021:
I see your point, but the truth of the matter is that many of us have given up on the antivaxxed on this site and have accepted the fact that they aren't going to change. That being said, the false information they post is alarming. We attempted to contact admin about it and have false information ...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@UrsiMajor You need to do what you feel is best for you, and I would support whatever decision you make on the matter regardless of whether or not I may agree or disagree. Been doing alot of thinking recently on that topic, and have since backed away from doing posts that could possibly be considered dehumanizing in some way, made me realize that my approach could have been driving opposing views away, such is the case with my experiences with the unvaccinated and my attempts to change their mind. The private message route sounds like a good idea.
You know.
holdenc98 comments on Aug 24, 2021:
what is the ethnic profile of the vaccine deniers? hello? anybody home? white lives matter
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
Were you tagging me somewhere on this post? Can't see it, if it was under that RedCat guy's comment, won't do any good as I blocked that wanker. I haven't got the spare time to bicker with the rude folks, and will focus my attention on those who contribute constructive comments, regardless if I may agree or disagree with them and they with me.
holdenc98 comments on Aug 24, 2021:
what is the ethnic profile of the vaccine deniers? hello? anybody home? white lives matter
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
Were you tagging me somewhere on this post? Can't see it, if it was under that RedCat guy's comment, won't do any good as I blocked that wanker. I haven't got the spare time to bicker with the rude folks, and will focus my attention on those who contribute constructive comments, regardless if I may agree or disagree with them and they with me.
You know.
UrsiMajor comments on Aug 23, 2021:
I see your point, but the truth of the matter is that many of us have given up on the antivaxxed on this site and have accepted the fact that they aren't going to change. That being said, the false information they post is alarming. We attempted to contact admin about it and have false information ...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@UrsiMajor Sorry to hear that, no one should have to put up with threats like that, and people that do make vile threats like that should probably be in prison.
UrsiMajor comments on Aug 23, 2021:
I see your point, but the truth of the matter is that many of us have given up on the antivaxxed on this site and have accepted the fact that they aren't going to change. That being said, the false information they post is alarming. We attempted to contact admin about it and have false information ...
SpikeTalon replies on Aug 24, 2021:
@UrsiMajor Sorry to hear that, no one should have to put up with threats like that, and people that do make vile threats like that should probably be in prison.
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