Maybe this is a wierd question.

chazwin comments on May 11, 2019:

I think coming out as gay is an assertion of an existing state of affairs. It is a realization of a inner truth. Atheism is more of a negation of an unfortunate state of falsehood. As such those you come out to are rejected, whilst being gay is seeking acceptance. Obviously the two cross over, but...

Sticks48 replies on May 11, 2019:

In the US, it very much depends on what region of the country you live in, and whether you live in an urban or rural area.

Today I turn the cornor and finally get past the three-quarter century mark.

Sticks48 comments on May 11, 2019:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Sticks48 replies on May 11, 2019:

@HankSherman You are very welcome. Enjoy your day. :)

Ohio GOP invents terrifying medical procedure just to hurt women Are you fucking kidding me?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

And yet how many women will vote Republican. :(

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@BohoHeathen As well you should be. All we can do is make our voices heard and vote. For those people who say the two parties are the same, they need to pay attention to this shit. If Clinton were President, we would have a six to three majority in the court. ELECTIONS HAVE CONSEQUENCES.

Ohio GOP invents terrifying medical procedure just to hurt women Are you fucking kidding me?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

And yet how many women will vote Republican. :(

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@BohoHeathen It will not make it through the courts. These Republican state legislators all over the country are passing these bills hoping one of them makes it to the Supreme Court, where they hope Roe v Wade will be overturned. I don't believe it will be overturned. I believe if it comes to it, Roberts will vote with the liberal side of the court. IMHO

Ohio GOP invents terrifying medical procedure just to hurt women Are you fucking kidding me?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

And yet how many women will vote Republican. :(

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@BohoHeathen I am amazed more than anything, and it is mainly white women. Maybe it will be different in 2020. I hope so. We know how way too many men will vote, the rich to hold on to every nickel they make, and the rest because they are stupid. We really need the women to help us get out of this mess.

What is the "incel" movement all about?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Not familiar with "incel".

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@Green_eyes So they meet and have a giant circle jerk.

This writer explains why millennials ‘refuse to grow up’ in viral thread. | GOOD

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Because even an asshole can speak the truth. By most measure, Billy Graham was a nice man, yet he spent his whole life preaching a lie. Being nice or being an asshole has little bearing on someone speaking a truth or a lie.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@altschmerz All this amounts to is you don't like Maher, and that's ok. The guy that wrote the article is so off the mark. Maher is a comedian/social critic. Comedians, the good ones, push the envelope, and sometimes they cross a line that some folks don't like. The names Republican, Democrat, Libertarian and Independent have very little meaning. All of those groups have changed and shifted continuously throughout my lifetime. I don't agree with everything Maher says, but I don't agree with everything anyone says. I do agree with him most of the time.

This writer explains why millennials ‘refuse to grow up’ in viral thread. | GOOD

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Because even an asshole can speak the truth. By most measure, Billy Graham was a nice man, yet he spent his whole life preaching a lie. Being nice or being an asshole has little bearing on someone speaking a truth or a lie.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@altschmerz In politics, one persons forward can be another persons backwards. I never said he was a role model. He is a liberal. The only role models I have ever had were my family.

What is the "incel" movement all about?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Not familiar with "incel".

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@MsAl, @Green_eyes I will bet they are a charismatic bunch. They probably have a drawer full of pocket protectors they no longer use, live with their mothers, or both.

What is the "incel" movement all about?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Not familiar with "incel".

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@MsAl Thanks

What is the "incel" movement all about?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Not familiar with "incel".

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@Green_eyes Interesting. A group of guys that can't get laid. Do they have meetings, rallies, and t-shirts? GEEZ! Thanks.

I just read a report that B52 bombers are landing in the Persian Gulf .

bobwjr comments on May 10, 2019:

Trump wants his war

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

It would make him feel manly and would be a great distraction from all of the other shit.

How do you feel about pet names early on?

Green_eyes comments on May 10, 2019:

If he’s from Texas, it’s kinda baked into the cake for a lot of men. I don’t think much of it. Hon or darling is a very generic pleasantry in the south with no disrespect meant. You will probably have to accept it or move on.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@Green_eyes No reason to use the word guilty. You know and I know ( I spent a month in the hospital in 94 ), in that setting people are scared , uncomfortable, and sometimes lonely. Any kind words or words showing even the slightest bit of caring are so appreciated. Don't you dare stop.

How do you feel about pet names early on?

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

You live in Texas and you think that is weird? I get called hon and darlin' down here by women I don't know all of the time and have all my life. It doesn't mean much of anything down here. Where is he from?

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@LisaL81 It is just a way of being friendly in the South. I know the Midwest is different as are all the regions of the US.

How do you feel about pet names early on?

Green_eyes comments on May 10, 2019:

If he’s from Texas, it’s kinda baked into the cake for a lot of men. I don’t think much of it. Hon or darling is a very generic pleasantry in the south with no disrespect meant. You will probably have to accept it or move on.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

Exactly darlin'. :)

How do you feel about pet names early on?

Mitch07102 comments on May 10, 2019:

Rarely, if ever a good thing. Usually associated with a low-level of maturity. Be careful.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

You from a city where they boo Santa and cheer someone breaking their neck and you think it is a low level of maturity. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

A case for impeachment: David Jolly: Allow me this Mueller Report exercise: Between the ...

thinktwice comments on May 10, 2019:

I think Mueller's big mistake was thinking that is would be so obvious to everyone...I think he thought people would read it and be able to read with comprehension and understanding...he gave the people too much credit...

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@thinktwice That is what I am hoping for. :)

A case for impeachment: David Jolly: Allow me this Mueller Report exercise: Between the ...

thinktwice comments on May 10, 2019:

I think Mueller's big mistake was thinking that is would be so obvious to everyone...I think he thought people would read it and be able to read with comprehension and understanding...he gave the people too much credit...

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@thinktwice That is why he farmed info out. He knew the AG could do whatever he wished with the report. The AG could have put it in a safe where no one could see it. It is not like the information we have seen is not enough to impeach, but with the Republicans in the Senate won't convict it would be a waste of time. It will go to the courts where Trump thinks he will win if it gets to SCOTUS. I don't think he will win. When it comes to social issues his two appointees might vote conservative. When it comes to Constitutional issues I'm not so sure. Roberts would probably vote with the more liberal judges if it did go that way.

A case for impeachment: David Jolly: Allow me this Mueller Report exercise: Between the ...

thinktwice comments on May 10, 2019:

I think Mueller's big mistake was thinking that is would be so obvious to everyone...I think he thought people would read it and be able to read with comprehension and understanding...he gave the people too much credit...

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

I think he knew most people would not read it. It was as has been said a roadmap for Congress, He is a employee of the DOJ and must stay within their guidelines, It appears he did farm out the information he could not use in his report to three or four states and the SD of NY. We will see.

This writer explains why millennials ‘refuse to grow up’ in viral thread. | GOOD

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Because even an asshole can speak the truth. By most measure, Billy Graham was a nice man, yet he spent his whole life preaching a lie. Being nice or being an asshole has little bearing on someone speaking a truth or a lie.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@altschmerz He did not think he was. I didn't say Graham was smart. I think he really believed what he was saying was truth. I think all religions cause damage. Define progressive. I don't believe there is a definitive definition of the term when using it to describe a political movement or point of view.

Bigdaddy -Dancing in the dark [youtu.be]

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

This is a great arrangement of this song.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@ipdg77 This is great. Thanks.

This writer explains why millennials ‘refuse to grow up’ in viral thread. | GOOD

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

Because even an asshole can speak the truth. By most measure, Billy Graham was a nice man, yet he spent his whole life preaching a lie. Being nice or being an asshole has little bearing on someone speaking a truth or a lie.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@altschmerz He raised them to believe a lie. I have known nice folks who have a kid turn out to be horrible, and I have known assholes who have had great kids. Kids are a crapshoot. Maher may not be as progressive as you or me, but most of America is not. Just as most Americans are not extremely conservative. Most Americans are in the middle leaning left or right to varying degrees.

Bigdaddy -Dancing in the dark [youtu.be]

Sticks48 comments on May 10, 2019:

This is a great arrangement of this song.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@ipdg77 Too bad. I am impressed. Thanks for posting.

Personally, I prefer a medium roast... Anyone here in KC?

thinktwice comments on May 10, 2019:

I like a dark roast or French roast...if the spoon does not stand up, it is not dark enough... ha

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@thinktwice Not very. I have a musicians tan. :)

Personally, I prefer a medium roast... Anyone here in KC?

thinktwice comments on May 10, 2019:

I like a dark roast or French roast...if the spoon does not stand up, it is not dark enough... ha

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

I love it when my spoon stands up! Are we still talking about coffee.

MICHAEL JAMES "I Don't Know"...

Marionville comments on May 10, 2019:

I’m glad you took my advice and reposted....you already know my opinion.👍

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

Thank you again. 😊

Mega-church pastor quits Christianity. [christianpost.com]

ElusiveMoby comments on May 9, 2019:

Many in the pulpits today are atheists.

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

I saw a report about an anonymous group made up of nonbeliever pastors. When one was ask why he didn't leave the church he said because it was all he knew how to do. I am sure that is true for almost all of them.

Ok I'm 22 points from Level 5.

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Happy birthday ! A year ? Try two ! Man , I wish u better sex life than mine 😂😂😂😂

Sticks48 replies on May 10, 2019:

@Pralina1 Piece! ;)

Time for someone to "leak" the Mueller report.

David1955 comments on May 8, 2019:

I blame Meuller. He needed to man up, take and keep control and do what he was supposed to do. I've had about enough of all this hero worship of Mueller. All the things he was supposed to be investigating, the financials etc, and in the end, nothing. Trump, no interview. Don "Fredo" Jr, no ...

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@David1955 He really didn't. Those are the rules he had to work within. The Southern District of NY, the state of NY and at least two other states have been given information from Mueller. They have to see what the feds do on some things. They don't want a case of double jeopardy.

Ok I'm 22 points from Level 5.

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Happy birthday ! A year ? Try two ! Man , I wish u better sex life than mine 😂😂😂😂

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@Pralina1 Yeah, you're probably right. I'm too old to start making sense.

Ok I'm 22 points from Level 5.

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Happy birthday ! A year ? Try two ! Man , I wish u better sex life than mine 😂😂😂😂

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@Pralina1 Then I will have to delete mine or it won't make sense, bitch. :)

Ok I'm 22 points from Level 5.

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Happy birthday ! A year ? Try two ! Man , I wish u better sex life than mine 😂😂😂😂

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

You have no sec life. What the hell is a sec life? :)

ILY

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Who breaks up like this !!! Ughhhh !

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

Me! I'm old and can't run anymore, or duck flying objects quick enough anymore. :)

For a mild or severe religious fervor

Pralina1 comments on May 9, 2019:

Hahahahahahahahahahahahahah ! I am going to send this pic to my sister 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂she is a doctor and lives in Milan , the land of Catholics , she is gonna love this ! Hahahahahahahah I am dying here ...

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

You're always dying on here. It is a good thing you work at a hospital. :)

Time for someone to "leak" the Mueller report.

David1955 comments on May 8, 2019:

I blame Meuller. He needed to man up, take and keep control and do what he was supposed to do. I've had about enough of all this hero worship of Mueller. All the things he was supposed to be investigating, the financials etc, and in the end, nothing. Trump, no interview. Don "Fredo" Jr, no ...

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@David1955 No it is not. Pay attention to what every former prosecutor has said about how this works. What he could put in that report had to be very specific to obstruction and collusion. The other stuff he found he farmed out. It was very smart on Mueller. If he puts that in the report Barr just says it is out of bounds and buries it, never to be seen again.

Checking James Taylor off my concert bucket list tonight.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

Saw him in the late 80's. What a terrific show it was.

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@outlier8 He always has great players and singers.

Everyone should try these homeopathic remedies! I personally swear by 2! It allows you to not see ...

thinktwice comments on May 9, 2019:

Avoiding people might actually work...hmmmm (ha ha)

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

Too much time with my own company and thoughts is not a good idea.

I'm curious, what is the strangest toy you have see.?

Cutiebeauty comments on May 9, 2019:

The Rubik's Cube is crazy... I couldn't solve it... !

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@thinktwice I know! I chuckle every time I hear someone say it. They have corn hole tournaments on ESPN.

Robert Gordon & Link Wray - Red Hot [youtu.be]

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

We did a show with him in Tulsa around that time. What a voice.

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@whispers I did not know that.

Mine would be Shelby 🚘

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

A 69 Lincoln Mark lll

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@Mitch07102 My dad had one. It was black with the dark read interior. I loved that car. For me the Mark III was the last great looking car Lincoln built.

I'm curious, what is the strangest toy you have see.?

Cutiebeauty comments on May 9, 2019:

The Rubik's Cube is crazy... I couldn't solve it... !

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@thinktwice When I was growing up "corn hole" meant getting fucked in the ass. My how times have changed.

Now days, with texting.. they may not find you at all.

Sticks48 comments on May 9, 2019:

Occasionally I think of they way Elvis died. That would be much worse.

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@Cast1es A heart attack while on the toilet.

Self education its a right or an obligation? Why?

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

It is a necessity.

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@AnggelloDlivio You learn very little in school when you get down to it. It is up to the individual to bone up on what the Hell is going on in the world. One thing l learned in my two short stints in college was l was being taught by people who had never actually done anything but teach out of books written by folks who hadn't actually had any real life experience in the subjects they were writing about. Like Woody Allen said, "Those who can't do, teach, and those who can't teach, teach gym".

Time for someone to "leak" the Mueller report.

David1955 comments on May 8, 2019:

I blame Meuller. He needed to man up, take and keep control and do what he was supposed to do. I've had about enough of all this hero worship of Mueller. All the things he was supposed to be investigating, the financials etc, and in the end, nothing. Trump, no interview. Don "Fredo" Jr, no ...

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

He wasn't authorized to look into that stuff, which is why he sent stuff to the Southern District of NY, and the states. He was only to look at collusion and obstruction.

Hello to all of you.

Sticks48 comments on May 9, 2019:

I hope you had a great time.

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@Marionville Very nice.

For those still supporting trump: - Mueller report shows he is a criminal - his taxes shows he ...

thinktwice comments on May 8, 2019:

because he is also a good con man....

Sticks48 replies on May 9, 2019:

@sewchick57 He has done it with contractors, bankers, business men, lawyers. I have heard more than one person say one on one he just has that ability to sell people. He did it all the way to the most important job on the planet. Of course he is the greatest example of the Peter Principle in the history of our country.

Good morning! Moving right on to question number 5 .

Sticks48 comments on Apr 30, 2019:

I do the same thing. I am around good singers all of the time. There is no way l am going to sing outside of the car.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LB67 That is the way it is with my lame humor. There are things that l know if l dont get it out, it will hurt. 😊

Ok I'm posting here to poke around.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I could use a good poke. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Neenz I know what you mean. Dancing with someone who feels the music the same as you do is similar to playing music with people who feel the music the way you feel it. It is a very satisfying feeling.

Ok I'm posting here to poke around.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I could use a good poke. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Neenz I like solo and I like holding someone. It is a good way to get comfortable with someone, and get to know them. If you like the way someone holds you while dancing, and feel comfortable with their touch, it helps in determining whether you want to get to know them better.

During the feud between Stones admirers and Beatles admirers, I was always squarely in the Stones ...

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

Why must anyone like one or the other. That is silly. I like all kinds of bands and all kinds of music. I like some Stones stuff very much and I like most Beatles stuff very much, because of there penchant for writing great melodies. The Stones are really about Richards ability to write great rhythm...

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@DharmaBum50 It was really no contest. The Beatles were the most influential band in the history of popular music. They changed every aspect of the music business from the writing, recording, the size of concerts, and the way albums were put together. I believe the Stones are the greatest touring band in the history of popular music.

Ok I'm posting here to poke around.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I could use a good poke. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Neenz No, dancing is like playing music. Your moves should be what you feel, not completely choreographed, but that is just me.

Ok I'm posting here to poke around.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I could use a good poke. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Neenz I like to dance, unusual for a musician, but no group dancing. That just ain't right. :)

Why is everything so disposible these days?

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

Planned obsolescence is part of what drives Capitalism.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@btroje I used a 12 dollar flip phone up until three or four years ago. I must admit I really like having all of that information at my fingertips no matter where I am. I am on a family plan with my brother, so for $50 a month I have unlimited minutes and unlimited internet access. I can tether my laptop to my phone for a bigger screen. I love it.

During the feud between Stones admirers and Beatles admirers, I was always squarely in the Stones ...

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

Why must anyone like one or the other. That is silly. I like all kinds of bands and all kinds of music. I like some Stones stuff very much and I like most Beatles stuff very much, because of there penchant for writing great melodies. The Stones are really about Richards ability to write great rhythm...

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@of-the-mountain And Willie.

Ok I'm posting here to poke around.

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I could use a good poke. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Neenz Thank you. I needed that. I hope it was good for you.

Do you ever have recurring fears that you have a hard time shaking?

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

Heights and flying. It happened after my father was killed in a plane crash in 1980. Up until then, not a problem.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@Bigwavedave Thanks. That was a tough one.

This is a must-see.

LucyLoohoo comments on May 8, 2019:

Despicable, isn't it? Infuriating? Hypocritical? Always makes me think of that old parable about rich men, camels and the eyes of needles. Guess I'm the only one who remembers that....probably wayyyy too inconvenient!

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LucyLoohoo Exactly.

Wouldn't it be great if there were fewer angry people out there wanting to " go see god," or ...

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

If they want to go see God, l will gladly help them. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@HankSherman Maybe a little. :)

This is a must-see.

LucyLoohoo comments on May 8, 2019:

Despicable, isn't it? Infuriating? Hypocritical? Always makes me think of that old parable about rich men, camels and the eyes of needles. Guess I'm the only one who remembers that....probably wayyyy too inconvenient!

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

That one always pops in my head when this subject comes up. I have figured out none of these folks hold on to the tenants of the New Testament. Except for Easter and Christmas they really spend most of their time quoting the Old Testament which is not a Christian book.

Husband kills wife, then himself in what family calls 'mercy...

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

This should never happen in the richest country in the history of the world. America seldom fails to disappoint.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LucyLoohoo The problem in this instance is no universal health care.

I may have found my people! How do you all count cups of coffee?

Sticks48 comments on May 8, 2019:

I don't. I just drink it.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@KKGator Same here.

HB 481: Georgia law criminalizes abortion, subjects women to life in prison.

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I believe these states are trying to and passing these bills is to force the Supreme Court to take one of them up in hopes the Court will overturn Roe v Wade. They feel this court will do just that. I'm not so sure.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LucyLoohoo It so is very wrong.

Zero as of today...

Cast1es comments on May 7, 2019:

Will it ever end ?

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

Maybe, but not until our generation passes, for sure.

Good morning! Moving right on to question number 5 .

Sticks48 comments on Apr 30, 2019:

I do the same thing. I am around good singers all of the time. There is no way l am going to sing outside of the car.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LB67 Sounds rather charming.

We serve the same god but give it a different name.

Pralina1 comments on May 7, 2019:

Who is "we " . Got a mouse in your pocket ? Bcz sure shit I serve nobody .

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

Such a badass.

Exclusive: Trump fixer Cohen says he helped Falwell handle racy photos

thinktwice comments on May 7, 2019:

, Cohen told Arnold. “I actually have one of the photos,” he said, without going into specifics. “It’s terrible.” really? It will surface soon...Falwell is a hypocritical religious nut...with a dick like every other man...

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

No, I believe mine is better. :)

Decade in the Red: Trump Tax Figures Show Over $1 Billion in Business Losses

greyeyed123 comments on May 7, 2019:

This leaves only two possibilities. One, he actually lost that much money over those years, and thus is a terrible businessman. Or two, he lied or exaggerated the losses to cheat on his taxes. (He only paid taxes 2 of the 10 years they have returns for.) Those are the only two options. And some ...

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

It just shows the level of ignorance in this country.

HB 481: Georgia law criminalizes abortion, subjects women to life in prison.

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I believe these states are trying to and passing these bills is to force the Supreme Court to take one of them up in hopes the Court will overturn Roe v Wade. They feel this court will do just that. I'm not so sure.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LucyLoohoo And you shouldn't have to. Thank you so much for the work you do.

Good morning! Moving right on to question number 5 .

Sticks48 comments on Apr 30, 2019:

I do the same thing. I am around good singers all of the time. There is no way l am going to sing outside of the car.

Sticks48 replies on May 8, 2019:

@LB67 Sort of rapping in your own way. :) Songs go on in my head almost constantly. I can be in a conversation and have a song going on up there. It used to drive me crazy sometimes, but I have adjusted to it for the most part.

What is happening?

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

Block! It is one of my favorite features. I block and have been blocked. It is quite painless and most effective. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@MsDemeanour However you want it. :)

What is happening?

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

Block! It is one of my favorite features. I block and have been blocked. It is quite painless and most effective. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@MsDemeanour Go for it, or block me. :)

“Show me your hands! Drop it!” Holcomb said, firing four shots in rapid succession.

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

And cops wonder why they get so little respect. When good cops protect bad cops, that makes them bad cops. Since we never hear any cops stand up in protest to bad cops, that means they are all bad cops. FUCK'EM!

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@Paul4747 Fuck'em. Show me one incident of police brutality where other cops spoke against them. When you no its wrong and you protect them you are just as guilty. FUCK'EM!

UK: 'We need to save his life' - Pamela Anderson after visiting Assange in prison - YouTube

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

Fuck the douchey little bastard. He is not a journalist.

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@Ian-Duggan He is a douchey little bastard. That's why.

Camp, Fire, Wood

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I'm just happy with wood. ;)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@thinktwice I'll bet that was scary. I just figured if the trailer moved the woods would stop it from going very far. The flowers are amazing. We had winter rains which makes for great wildflowers, and now the rains are keeping everything very green. We get two springs here. One in the spring and one in the fall.

Camp, Fire, Wood

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I'm just happy with wood. ;)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@thinktwice It didn't flood here. I did get caught in a flood here three or four years ago. I was looking at it rise as I stood in the doorway of my travel trailer. It stopped about three or four inches from the door. I did lose a vehicle in that one. Most of the really bad weather has been north and east, which is normal for hear. I imagine as big as Austin is now, the heat coming off the city is affecting weather patterns. We are having a beautiful wild flower season.

why can't a seated president be indicted?

thinktwice comments on May 7, 2019:

I think partially it is a security reason...if the head of the country is too busy in court then the attention is not on the country...we would, in effect, have no leader... oh wait...I just realized what I said would apply under "normal" circumstances...nothing is normal about this ...

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@thinktwice I am not very optimistic at this point.

Camp, Fire, Wood

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I'm just happy with wood. ;)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@thinktwice LOL! I have no doubt you would.

why can't a seated president be indicted?

thinktwice comments on May 7, 2019:

I think partially it is a security reason...if the head of the country is too busy in court then the attention is not on the country...we would, in effect, have no leader... oh wait...I just realized what I said would apply under "normal" circumstances...nothing is normal about this ...

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@thinktwice Her is a dick, but he could never create the fervor from the Republican base Trump can. He would also be the most lame duck President we have ever had. There is still no law saying he can't be indicted. Article ll states clearly the President is as accountable as any citizen. How are you doing? :)

why can't a seated president be indicted?

thinktwice comments on May 7, 2019:

I think partially it is a security reason...if the head of the country is too busy in court then the attention is not on the country...we would, in effect, have no leader... oh wait...I just realized what I said would apply under "normal" circumstances...nothing is normal about this ...

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

Clinton did his job while being impeached. We also have a Vice President for emergencies.

My Opinion of "Blocking".

Sticks48 comments on May 7, 2019:

I have blocked 165 people. Obviously we don't agree on this subject. :) It cuts way down on the useless alerts I have to wade through on a daily basis. There are over 80,000 members here. In the real world if you only found 165 people you didn't like out of 80,000 people, that would be amazing.

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty As the site grows, the number will grow. :) I am old. I have no time to waste on stupid.

How Can We Create Inclusive Community?

Pralina1 comments on May 7, 2019:

Help me out here , Bcz I fail to understand what is exactly that you are asking / saying . I am a very simple person and oriented to daily reality . U know , the itching and scratching of real life vs words and ideas that can't have practical application . Tolerance and compassion in " community ...

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

Wow! Did you have the big cup of coffee? :)

Who here has dealt with depression from a firsthand experience?

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

Me

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@TomMcGiverin Thanks. That is very nice of you to say. It was in the 90's. I was in the hospital for a month. I weighed 110 lbs. I lost a band, a small business l ran out of my house, and my wife. I was on antidepressants for two years. I'm feeling much better now. :)

What is happening?

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

Block! It is one of my favorite features. I block and have been blocked. It is quite painless and most effective. :)

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@MsDemeanour no, l have not blocked you. :)

We grow... we realize.. we find love, when we really know we love ourselves!

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

I have never bought into that. Every person I have ever known that loved themselves were self centered assholes. I like people who know themselves and like themselves.

Sticks48 replies on May 7, 2019:

@Neenz I stand by my statement. :)

Nearly Half Of Donald Trump's 2020 Campaign Contributions This Year Came From Female Donors

Sticks48 comments on May 6, 2019:

It is hard to fathom. Is it because he's such a stud muffin?

Sticks48 replies on May 6, 2019:

@SeaGreenEyez Hey, that is an insult to all of us old dusty mothballs. :)

Smoke vs. Eat. What do you prefer?

Wangobango3 comments on May 6, 2019:

It takes about four hours for edibles to kick in. Adjusting the dosage is important for me. I don't like the green fog and I have always been a lightweight with drugs, including booze. I would have thought that after fifty yrs. of smoking weed I would have built up some tolerance.But a buzz is a ...

Sticks48 replies on May 6, 2019:

@txtreehugger I'm not that patient. :)

I think the biggest problem I have with online dating is that reading a profile and then reading ...

VictoriaNotes comments on May 1, 2019:

Here's an online conversation between two of my blogging buddies, who are also two of my closest friends. Swarn: *"I agree with you that there is much that the virtual world can bring out in us that might take time in person. I wonder why that is? Perhaps we are all too preoccupied with sex. lol...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes Like I said, we will just have to disagree. :)

I think the biggest problem I have with online dating is that reading a profile and then reading ...

VictoriaNotes comments on May 1, 2019:

Here's an online conversation between two of my blogging buddies, who are also two of my closest friends. Swarn: *"I agree with you that there is much that the virtual world can bring out in us that might take time in person. I wonder why that is? Perhaps we are all too preoccupied with sex. lol...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes We are not monkeys, and that didn't answer my question. We are talking all of recorded history and cultures very much different than our own. If women are so randy, why aren't women out their just screwing their brains out in any culture. These studies all seem to be based on our culture, not past cultures or other cultures. I guess we will just have to agree to disagree. :)

Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

Mofo1953 comments on May 5, 2019:

Who the fuck is Jack Derrida and why should I care what this idiot says? Since when do facts, science, evidence and reason need justification?

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@Geoffrey51 You are right. I really don't know that many dromedaries to make such a statement. My apologies. :)

Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

Mofo1953 comments on May 5, 2019:

Who the fuck is Jack Derrida and why should I care what this idiot says? Since when do facts, science, evidence and reason need justification?

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@Geoffrey51 Sorry, philosophers have never impressed me and I can't think of one who has changed society with their ideas. He might be a fucking genius, but even geniuses say stupid things, and this is one of them. Also, i don't pay much attention to the musings of dromedaries. :)

I think the biggest problem I have with online dating is that reading a profile and then reading ...

VictoriaNotes comments on May 1, 2019:

Here's an online conversation between two of my blogging buddies, who are also two of my closest friends. Swarn: *"I agree with you that there is much that the virtual world can bring out in us that might take time in person. I wonder why that is? Perhaps we are all too preoccupied with sex. lol...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes That still doesn't explain why men are more randy than women around the world in very different cultures throughout history.

I think the biggest problem I have with online dating is that reading a profile and then reading ...

VictoriaNotes comments on May 1, 2019:

Here's an online conversation between two of my blogging buddies, who are also two of my closest friends. Swarn: *"I agree with you that there is much that the virtual world can bring out in us that might take time in person. I wonder why that is? Perhaps we are all too preoccupied with sex. lol...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@VictoriaNotes The brains may be mostly alike, but the differences are important. Your culture argument makes no sense. This behavior between men and women has been going on since the beginning of recorded history in almost every culture around the world. Wide spread accessibility to porn is a mid twentieth century creation. That argument holds no water. Believe me there are just as many women in the dark about male sexuality as men are about women.I see that on this site all the time. Why is that? RELIGION! We do not teach sex education. Parents don't teach it, and schools don't teach it. We are probably the most backward industrialised nation on the planet when it comes to sex. Most men are wired and always have been for indiscriminate sex. Most women are not. You know that and I know that. If it weren't true, almost everybody would leave the bars every night with someone to have sex with. It doesn't happen because of the women. The men would be all for it. There is nothing in the history of humanity that refutes anything I have said. This idea you seem to have that men are a bunch of knuckle draggers who just don't get it, and the problems between men and women is all our fault says way more about you than it does men.

Back in the day

bookofmorons comments on May 5, 2019:

funny how that was so acceptable at the time. and they tasted pretty good too lol

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

Watch most movies from the 50's and early 60's, where everyone is constantly smoking.

Should The World Go Cashless?

Sticks48 comments on May 4, 2019:

I like having cash and cards. I like options.

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@MsDemeanour Exactly. Sometimes those cards don't work. I like to tip in cash. That way I know the wait person is getting the whole tip.

What is the difference between brilliance and intelligence?

wordywalt comments on May 2, 2019:

That is simply a matter of personal definition.

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@VineetHonkan As opposed to stupid intelligence?

Spelling error.

Petter comments on Apr 27, 2019:

Surely that corrected word has an "ed" at the end! 😛🤣

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@MissKathleen It should be "spelted". :)

[aol.

Athena comments on May 4, 2019:

I believe people who are impersonating others (fake accounts), slanderous content and those who promote or call for violence should be banned. Other than that, I am FOR free speech. Otherwise it is a slippery slope. See examples of left wingers being banned, if we'd like to go down this road of ...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@Athena Let me rephrase that to threatening hate speech.

[aol.

Athena comments on May 4, 2019:

I believe people who are impersonating others (fake accounts), slanderous content and those who promote or call for violence should be banned. Other than that, I am FOR free speech. Otherwise it is a slippery slope. See examples of left wingers being banned, if we'd like to go down this road of ...

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

Free speech only means the government won't arrest you for speech. All hate speech should be banned, left or right, unless it is directed at trump. :)

[friendlyatheist.

freedom41 comments on May 4, 2019:

Trump plays to the beat of his own drummer. He fits the term "anti-christ" better than previous president. Of course all the people who called Obama the "anti-Christ" were racists fool any way.

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

Every once in awhile the Omen movies do pop into my head.

Satan worship makes no sense.

Carin comments on May 4, 2019:

It always bothered me--how did they decide who won that? Who was judging it?

Sticks48 replies on May 5, 2019:

@MsDemeanour It was rigged. The Devil kicked CD's ass. That solo was awesome.