How do you deal with telemarketers?

242Foxtrot comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Ditch the land line. Use a blocking app for your cell phone (I use Hiya and Mr. Number), and never answer a call that comes from your same three digit prefix - those are spoofed. The apps need some guidance on occasion - they will report telemarketer or potential fraud, but then you have to choose...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 27, 2018:

Land line? Never had one. the apps that you and others mentioned also get personal information. Read the TOS.

Thought this article from yesterday about Courts ruling on 2nd amendment rights was very pertinent ...

JackPedigo comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I read this and it makes sense. As with the amendment itself we only hear one side and not the whole thing nor the history behind it (one fool on this site told me automatic weapons have been around since before the Constitution was written)! Just like politics, it is money that makes a louder voice...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@MikeFlora Yeah, but I was going on the high end. An M-16 (or AR-15 that mimics one) will spit 30 rds in about 4 seconds. I don't have a problem with competent firearm owners that use it for game meat (I love it), but some things are unrealistic.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

IAMGROOT comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I deal with them with much less patience than I used to. If I don't know the caller, I typically don't answer the phone, but every once in a while, the number will look "legit," and I'll answer. The last time this happened and it was a telemarketer I was rude, probably for the first time ever. I ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

Yeah, they TRICK you into thinking it's a number you know. If the worst you said was "I don't want to talk to you right now.", then you won't want to hear what I said to the last one. lol It is very hard to make me mad, but enough is enough.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Gypsy31771 comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I mess with them if I'm in the mood to or I tell them it's a recorded line and start asking them questions, usually they'll put me on a do not call list themselves because of it.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@Gypsy31771 Worst thing is when you yell, or say "put me on your do not call list" they keep on talking faster. The last one was about a student loan. I never had one. Called her every name in the book, and I had to hang up on her! WTF?

Exacerbate 1)to increase the severity, bitterness, or violence of (disease, ill feeling, etc.

Charlene comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Drump is Exacerbating expotentially on a daily basis..

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

Methinks we'll all wake up tomorrow, and it was just a bad dream. I'd do a backflip if junior was back in! Not joking!

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Gypsy31771 comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I mess with them if I'm in the mood to or I tell them it's a recorded line and start asking them questions, usually they'll put me on a do not call list themselves because of it.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

It's easier to just yell at them. lol Or, just say "yes" to every question!

Apotheosis: Elevation of a person to the rank of a god. 2) Ideal example, quintessence

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I am Apotheosis. lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@RaaChenn Isn't that HeMan?

How do you deal with telemarketers?

SeanNock comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I usually hang up.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@SeanNock I guess if you're really bored... I do that sometimes. Just got another! Robocall (illegal) for solicitations. Left a message saying it will be reported to the FTC. Just did that.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

webbew1 comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I try to be nice to telemarketers. Most of them are just low wage workers who are just trying to earn a living. If I can get my claws in to one of their bosses though? That's a whole different can o' whoop ass.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

I've tried that. Doesn't work. I understand your altruism, but it's like a water drip torture. One or two drops doesn't bother you. However, after a while it will make you go mad! I know how it sucks to live on min wage. They could get a job at a gas station, or fast food joint... Not dogging on anyone that has a job. But, yes, it's the uppers that push them.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

SeanNock comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I usually hang up.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

They'll just call back! Tried that.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

azzow2 comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Download a block app like black list. When they call just answer and set the phone down. Sign up for the https://www.donotcall.gov/register/reg.aspx. Tell them they have the wrong number. Call their bluff and tell them you know they are calling from Africa. Can do like I do and ask them as many ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

I already mentioned donotcall.gov. I've even went to the site and reported calls. They won't give you any info about the process. However, the "I'm in Africa" is a good one! Wonder if I can get $1500/min. lol Thanks mate! I'll have to use that!!!

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Storybook comments on Jun 26, 2018:

It’s disgusting really! Everyone promises they don’t give your details out.....but they do! So I just say “No” sorry. I’ve been almost stalked by an insurance company. Not funny at all. ?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@Storybook Yeah, one was from a "government official" saying that I had a warrant for my arrest. Said I rented a car in Texas, they found 20# of cocaine in the car, money laundering, and fraud. I asked for a government ID #. She gave me one, and a case number. The court house was closed, so I called 911. I wanted to clear it up. A Sherrif called me back. No such warrant. I don't mess with those types of activites. Period! And I have not been to Texas in probably 25 years! I got pulled over for a broken tail light about a week later. First thing they do is check for warrants. The officer just told me to go home, and fix the light. I've got MANY claiming they are from the government. One claimed that they owed me money! The government isn't going to track you down to give you money!

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Storybook comments on Jun 26, 2018:

It’s disgusting really! Everyone promises they don’t give your details out.....but they do! So I just say “No” sorry. I’ve been almost stalked by an insurance company. Not funny at all. ?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@Storybook I'm serious as cancer. I hate these calls.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

icolan comments on Jun 26, 2018:

If you are getting these calls on a cell phone check our an app called Mr. Number. It is available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. It uses crowd-sourced block lists to block a large number of these calls and provides you the functionality to block and report the ones that do get...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

10, 10! I'll check it out.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Storybook comments on Jun 26, 2018:

It’s disgusting really! Everyone promises they don’t give your details out.....but they do! So I just say “No” sorry. I’ve been almost stalked by an insurance company. Not funny at all. ?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

I wish these pricks would get a REAL job! I got a high dollar job I have to do? Don't want to be bothered with that shit! I have resorted to name calling and yelling at the top of my lungs! Maybe if we all did that, there'd be less of these people willing to make a call like that. I get at times 12-18 calls a DAY! Makes me mad.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

AMGT comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I just keep blocking their numbers.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@AMGT Yeah, my ID has been compromised. I've gotten calls claiming that they were from the govt. They knew my SSN already. Government (especially military) usually have 4 digits.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

AMGT comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I just keep blocking their numbers.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

That doesn't work. I get lots of call from 402-615-XXXX numbers. They change it, or cracked into that number. When I call back, it is almost always disconnected. Literally about 99% of the time. The 1% is a wrong number.

How do you deal with telemarketers?

Kahuna comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I have started answering County Sheriff and most time they hang up.andmosa

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

That's good, but you could get into trouble for impersonating a government official. I say (insert a pizza chain or whatever), are you calling to place an order?

What we have in common

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Holy shit! Jesus IS back! He must be trying to catch up on the times and think it's the 60's. Better late than never! Saw this meme before, but still funny. Now that I said that I have to post this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mHkl7N4pEM

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@UUNJ Yes, yes, it was bad. I've never shut off a movie so fast! You've heard of B movies. This is a F movie. Terrible.

Charlatan noun a person who pretends or claims to have more knowledge or skill than he or she ...

Charlene comments on Jun 26, 2018:

An excellent example of Charlatan is found in this picture..

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

Please remove that picture! I'm eating!

Charlatan noun a person who pretends or claims to have more knowledge or skill than he or she ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I call them bullshitters.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@McVinegar I hear you there! It wasn't worth that for $10/hr, and not being told you had to work an extra 4 hours until the middle of your shift! I walked out of that place after 4 days. I have an assotiates degree. I get 4.5X that working for myself.

Charlatan noun a person who pretends or claims to have more knowledge or skill than he or she ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I call them bullshitters.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@McVinegar I see you are pointing out religion/politics. I was talking about know-it-all compulsive liars. Here's an example that happened not that long ago. I was working a job where we had no breaks, not even a lunch break. Most companies will give you 2 15 minute breaks, and a 30 minute to an hour lunch. I was not allowed to leave the premises at all. Someone stole my lunch once, and I was mad because I couldn't go anywhere! A friend said you need 2 15 minute breaks and a 30 minute lunch. I told him that unless you are in manufacturing, they don't have to give you a break of any type (manufacturing you have to give them a 30 minute lunch for this state). He argued about this for a while. Guess what? I talked to the Department of Labor previous to this conversation! I gave him the phone number, and he didn't want to call and be proven wrong. Another example is about weight restrictions in CMV's. A) this other guy doesn't have a CDL. B) Never driven one. One night he claimed that the most you can haul is 85.5K. No. With a cheater and tandem (6 axles) you can go 90K. 7 axles is 95K. My plates were for 44 tones. I knew he was full of shit (for some reason the county doesn't have 45 ton). With a seasonal overweight (don't have to apply for if a farmer), you can go 107,500 with 7. This is what I was refering to.

What we have in common

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Holy shit! Jesus IS back! He must be trying to catch up on the times and think it's the 60's. Better late than never! Saw this meme before, but still funny. Now that I said that I have to post this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mHkl7N4pEM

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@MARDUK No but Jackie Chan is a badass! IRL, does almost all of his own stunts. I must investigate...

Thought this article from yesterday about Courts ruling on 2nd amendment rights was very pertinent ...

JackPedigo comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I read this and it makes sense. As with the amendment itself we only hear one side and not the whole thing nor the history behind it (one fool on this site told me automatic weapons have been around since before the Constitution was written)! Just like politics, it is money that makes a louder voice...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@JackPedigo Maybe he/she was just a troll. I have a hard time believing anyone can be that stupid! But Palin once said that Revere said he warned us that the British were coming to take our guns! Nothing really surprises me any more. You have different firearms for different applications. If you just want to go rabbit hunting for rabbit stew, you're probably going to want to use a .22 LR or a .17 HMR. If you want to hunt deer, you'd probably use a 30-30, 30-06, or 270. None of the hunting rifles I have ever seen were semiauto. Either bolt or lever. If you want to hunt something like a moose, you might want a 300 winchester. I know I went on a tangent, but "it's my right" is BS!

Thought this article from yesterday about Courts ruling on 2nd amendment rights was very pertinent ...

JackPedigo comments on Jun 26, 2018:

I read this and it makes sense. As with the amendment itself we only hear one side and not the whole thing nor the history behind it (one fool on this site told me automatic weapons have been around since before the Constitution was written)! Just like politics, it is money that makes a louder voice...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

Said what? They had muskits at that time! You might get 2 or 3 rounds off in a minute! An AR-15 with a bump-fire stock, and a belt-fed upper could theoretically fire 800-900 RPM! I don't think that is what the Founding Fathers were protecting. Please give that guy a history lesson!

I'm curious, what was your first metal concert?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 15, 2018:

I've seen Opeth before. Some of their songs are just depressing. I just made a post on my group "GUITARS ONLY!" where Fredrich did a master class. My first metal concert was probably Slayer!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@msmoosey You've moved on to Melodic Black Metal. Please don't say it's christian rock!

What we have in common

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Holy shit! Jesus IS back! He must be trying to catch up on the times and think it's the 60's. Better late than never! Saw this meme before, but still funny. Now that I said that I have to post this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mHkl7N4pEM

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@MARDUK That reminds me of a movie I TRIED to watch. It was called "Jesus Christ: Vampire Hunter". I really, really tried to watch it!

Simon and Garfunkel - The Only Living Boy in New York (from my "Fuck you it's a nice song" ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 25, 2018:

I raise you! They still killed it, and better than Disturbed version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-JQ1q-13Ek

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

@SACatWalker Why would Johnny Cash do a cover of Hurt by NIN? He butchered that as well. Then there's this. They did this as a joke tho. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGtXlBbWeB4

Nuclear winter noun 1 the general devastation of life, a with worldwide darkness and extreme ...

McVinegar comments on Jun 26, 2018:

Asteroid strike. Super volcanos. Would "natural" force caused "ice-age" still be nuclear winter?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 26, 2018:

Nope. Nuclear winter is made by, well, nukes.

Simon and Garfunkel - The Only Living Boy in New York (from my "Fuck you it's a nice song" ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 25, 2018:

I raise you! They still killed it, and better than Disturbed version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-JQ1q-13Ek

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 25, 2018:

@SACatWalker Disturbed is a metal band that did a cover. They butchered the song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9Dg-g7t2l4

Tittynope: (noun) a small quantity of anything left over, whether a few beans on a dinner plate or ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Funny word. I think I'm gonna change the word to fit my life style. I'm changing it to kittynope. Ex. Kittynope you ain't getting my leftovers, I'm going to finish them later! lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 25, 2018:

@blueskies Kitty rhyms with titty. I win! I'm automatically upgraded to super secret lvl 11! :P

8" of rain in less than 24 hours! It's 10:30 here, still raining, and we are in a flash flood ...

Hebert54 comments on Jun 25, 2018:

Phone Russel Crowe quick !

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 25, 2018:

Lost his number a long time ago. Tried praying to Noah and God. No reply yet. They must have bad reception up there. Should I pray to crowe? Or maybe Joe Peshi!? I think he could straignten out mother nature with a baseball bat! It's 1:44 and still raining! OT I want to watch the movie Casino.

Religious Homosexuals

freedom41 comments on Jun 20, 2018:

No, you are not the only one that thinks so. Your post is absolutely correct. The bible is not reliable for much.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 25, 2018:

we do know their was a king david. lol

Asunder adverb, adjective into separate parts; in or into pieces: Lightning split the old oak ...

pixiedust comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Lightning split the old oak tree asunder. Its death cry drowned the peal of thunder.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

When light no longer rose to kiss me, I swore to tear heaven asunder. As flights of fallen angles wished me god speed on the devils thunder.

For those of you who don't plan on attending church this morning, here's Jesus Saves - Slayer.

caraE comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Not bad

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

It's SLAYERRRRR!

For those of you who don't plan on attending church this morning, here's Jesus Saves - Slayer.

LetzGetReal comments on Jun 24, 2018:

YIKES. Two chords??

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

The only chord I know is the power E chord, but... https://video.search.yahoo.com/search/video?fr=yfp-t&p=jesus+saves+slayer+chords#id=4=364b32b7a349b9ef15e7c74c24eae2a7=click

Love this guy, seen him in Asheville. [youtu.be]

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 24, 2018:

"bop bop budoby bop"? Have finer lyrics ever been written? My friends 6-year-old doesn't even babble that bad! lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

@Electro68 Not a fan of theirs, but most of their old songs are like this. He was an ass. There's a whole 5 words in that song! I like 311, but I think this is funny.

Plight noun a condition, state, or situation, especially an unfavorable or unfortunate ...

pixiedust comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Interesting etymology. The plight of Charlie Brown's kite never improved over the years. My kites never faced such dire circumstances as I couldn't seem to get them off the ground.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

LOL

I don't know what the school curriculum teaches these days.

azzow2 comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Can tell you this common core has dumbed down our country. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/02/15/u-s-students-internationally-math-science/

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

@azzow2 That's sad.

I don't know what the school curriculum teaches these days.

azzow2 comments on Jun 24, 2018:

Can tell you this common core has dumbed down our country. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/02/15/u-s-students-internationally-math-science/

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

I think the op was originally about books like in English class. But common core is a joke. When someone first told me about it, thought he was pulling my leg when he said his daughter was taught it. Then another guy said his granddaughter was being taught it. They are taught 5 + 7 = 10. I kind of get what they are getting at, I do 5 +5 in my head then add two. I know the answer is 12, not 10. Hey buddy I'm a little short this week can I borrow $5? Borrows me the $5. Couple days later "hey man can I borrow $7 I still didn't get paid". Borrows me the $7. I get paid the next day. Thanks bud, here's the $10 I owe you! Who came up with this shit Tump "university"?

Love this guy, seen him in Asheville. [youtu.be]

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 24, 2018:

"bop bop budoby bop"? Have finer lyrics ever been written? My friends 6-year-old doesn't even babble that bad! lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

@Electro68 Even beats Seth from AC? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTHc5VUG2rc

Love this guy, seen him in Asheville. [youtu.be]

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 24, 2018:

"bop bop budoby bop"? Have finer lyrics ever been written? My friends 6-year-old doesn't even babble that bad! lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 24, 2018:

@Electro68 Even beats Seth from AC? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTHc5VUG2rc

Eviscerate: to remove the entrails from; disembowel: to eviscerate a chicken.

SKH78 comments on Jun 23, 2018:

I would like to eviscerate a certain miscreant who brags about grabbing women by the *****

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

Don't say that. He might end up reading it, start up git-mo and throw you in it! Hail the cheeto! lol

What is your favorite BEER? Mine is Bud Light Platinum

cmadler comments on Jun 23, 2018:

My "regular" beers that I keep going back to are Cougar Bait (Country Boy, Lexington, KY) and Huma-Lupa-Licious (Short's, Bellaire, MI). I recently discovered Green Zebra (Founders, Grand Rapids, MI) and have been enjoying it this summer, and Bourbon County Brand Stout (Goose Island, Chicago) is a ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

Try Good Ass Beer. I need to send them a letter claiming they have false advertising!

What is your favorite BEER? Mine is Bud Light Platinum

HoaryMarmot comments on Jun 23, 2018:

The most awarded American lager in history, PBR.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

That's because the runner-up was a bottle of ketchup. lol

Could you love a child conceived out of rape?

Paul_Clamberer comments on Jun 23, 2018:

I have believed for a long time that the decision to abort, in any instance, should be that of the woman. And that no-one has a right to judge her for it.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

@MsDemeanour Or a diaphrm, or pill, or patch...

Could you love a child conceived out of rape?

HippieChick58 comments on Jun 23, 2018:

Children don't ask to be born, they are innocent. I think if I carried the pregnancy I would have loved the child. There are too many unknowns to ever know for sure. I never faced that situation and never will, so I don't know. I do know that for the woman in that situation I'd support what ever her...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

Yes, that is taking it out on the child.

So long Vinnie Paul Abbott... you had a great run....

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 23, 2018:

Are they going to play Cemetary Gates at his funeral?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 23, 2018:

@Captnron59 Yeah I didn't hear about it until you posted.

Nine Inch Nails - Head Like A Hole - YouTube

sassygirl3869 comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Liked song - fairly new group for me.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 22, 2018:

@LEPeff He completely butchered that song! Blasphamy!

Nothing to with religion.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 21, 2018:

I probably would have went outside!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 22, 2018:

@jules4169 I've done this many times. Never got in trouble. Just find a place where someone can't see you.

I was thinking about what the holier than thou folks i was forced to be around as a child used to ...

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Sabaton is fucking awesome! Met them before. Wolfpack and Primo Victoria are two of my faves!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

@LEPeff I raise you... https://www.youtube.com/watch?AC-4

Is it okay if I flirt with all you men? All y’all are far, far away, but I need the practice.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Whatever floats your boat!! h you doin"? lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

@MissKathleen I don't think that will work as a pickup line. lol I HATE when people rub my head or mess with my beard!

What books should all atheists read?

Gatovicolo comments on Jun 21, 2018:

Why I Am Not A Christian, Bertrand Russell

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

I forgot about that book! Never read it, but a sociology teacher recommended it to me!

Sometimes I feel like I've woken up in an alternate universe.

Jolanta comments on Jun 21, 2018:

How about you ask them if they are happy with him revoking laws about dumping toxic waste into waterways. Or how about you ask them if they think he should get rid of all the foreigners on special visas that he employs at his venues so he can Make America Great Again.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

Not worth your breath. They only watch Fox news (which has called him out). They say something like "I never heard that" or "fake news". Fox is always right, but the other half a dozen is wrong? How about how he tried to allow people with mental illness to get firearms? How about the hearing protection act he implied? A silencer is around $700 (give or take). Ear plugs are less than a dollar.

Hello. Kinda lost just checking this out I guess.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 20, 2018:

Welcome! You will find that 99% of people on here are friendly, and willing to talk. We have sub-groups that deal with just about any topic you can think of! We also don't judge people.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

@J-MaisOui Wwe went straight from winter t 100 degree weather! Someone owes me another spring! Thanks rump!

Who would win in a fist fight?

GeorgeRocheleau comments on Jun 20, 2018:

In the battle between the dieing old man and the fat man?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 21, 2018:

Yep. Unless McCaine is in the hospital (which I haven't heard anything), I think he'd take trump!

MOTORHEAD! With Lemmy and Phil doing acoustic! This song is "I Ain't No Nice Guy".

boom comments on Jun 20, 2018:

You can never go wrong with Lemmy... may his soul rest in peace

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

Read the description. Still mad! Yeah man. I recorded this video. Bummer! Read the description. I'm still mad! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqiEjn2_GSE

Can we be as vague as possible when posting a video or link?

Piece2YourPuzzle comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I agree. There's nothing more I hate than opening up 40 different threads only to find no relevance to me. I started ignoring lots of threads too.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@Piece2YourPuzzle It's like the boy who cried wolf. And yes, I think it's all about getting attention (and it works). Some people that are popular do this often, others that are popular are hardly on there. Busy doing stuff IRL. IRL verson of something that happened "dand I stubbed my toe". FB version "FML".

Dating sucks.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I have a pickup line that is guaranteed to work 100% of the time. "Hey baby I just shit in my pants, can I get into yours?" If for some reason I will shit in my pants! Double pun. lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@RoadGoddess Look up gold diggers pranks on youtube. I wasn't saying all women are like that, but some are.

I’d rather have a partner make a clean break than be passive-aggressive. Thoughts?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 20, 2018:

I get the meme. That's why I never want to get married. I want someone to be with me for me. Not a piece of paper saying so. BTW is this an actuall pic of the president and melinia the last time they were in bed?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@UUNJ Tee hee. I thought of something funny. Someone should tell him that Agent Orange is good for tanning. Double pun! Do I win?

Can we be as vague as possible when posting a video or link?

Piece2YourPuzzle comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I agree. There's nothing more I hate than opening up 40 different threads only to find no relevance to me. I started ignoring lots of threads too.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@Piece2YourPuzzle Have you noticed that it's usually popular people that can talk to many IRL? That I don't get. If I post a rant, it's long, and in depth. No one has the patience to read a few paragraphs anymore. Or so it seems.

What are some non-believer dating or social site worth joining?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Good question. I don't know of any. Some sites will not allow you to put your religion as athiest or agnostic. Some let you use "other". Have you tried plentonyoffish? It is free. Just be specific in the description about non-believeing. Worst thing about having someone break up with you is ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@malayang-isipan Thanks man! I try to help. Worst thing you'd be out is a few moments of your time. If you meet someone, I'd recommend something simple like grabbing a cup of coffee. You can talk to them, in a public place. Anyone can be anyone on the internet! If you are traditional, you're really only out a cup of coffee, and if you two don't hit it off, it's only 15-30 minutes. If you decide to go out again, maybe take them to a nice, quiet dinner. Not a bar, not a dance club, not at a bonfire or grill with your buddies. Some place you can talk one on one, and get to know each other. Best advice I can give. No "Netflix and chill". You need to be able to trust the person before you go to their house (or yours) before that happens. Plus you won't be able to talk to them.

There are stories going about civilians shooting bad guys and saving the day.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Some civilians are properly trained. The thought that people are just going around to kill a bad hombre is the exception rather than the rule. Never heard of one example. This state is an open carry state. If you have a CCW, you can't take a firearm in the same places you can't take an open carry....

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@MikeFlora Did I ever say I HAVE one? Or mention that it was good for home defense? Neither of those statements I agree with. For the heck of it, price an M-16. You could buy about 80 AR-15's for what they cost, or where I live, a house! The ones I have seen listed for sale (looked just for the heck of it) were 21-25K! Plus your tax stamp. It's not practical for anyone to really have. Maybe if you are a rich gun collector that wants to show it off to your buddies at the range. Even the AR-15 isn't very practical. But they are cheap. For hunting, you are only allowed 5 rds. The 30 rd standard rd mag is a no-no. For a home invasion you shouldn't need more than 5-10. That's assuming you are a bad shot. I didn't join this group to be a troll. I just like talking about guns.

How do you deal with Door-knockers?

TheGreatShadow comments on May 29, 2018:

A friend of mine who lives in the South had the best answer. He said some Johovas Witnesses came bashing on his door. He said "good thing you came. we are ready for sacrifice, and all out of virgins". They ran! I point to the "NO SOLICITING" sign on my door, and slam it in their face. Look up Joe ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@Wurlitzer No I didn't edit or delete it. I did shortly after get two messages saying rules about having a post blocked or deleted. I asked what it was about. Said they couldn't find anything. Don't know.

Dating sucks.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I have a pickup line that is guaranteed to work 100% of the time. "Hey baby I just shit in my pants, can I get into yours?" If for some reason I will shit in my pants! Double pun. lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 20, 2018:

@SACatWalker The fact that he had a brand new Porsche probably didn't help. lol

Dating sucks.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

I have a pickup line that is guaranteed to work 100% of the time. "Hey baby I just shit in my pants, can I get into yours?" If for some reason I will shit in my pants! Double pun. lol

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 19, 2018:

@SACatWalker That was a joke. Women actually go for jerks. I had a friend that walked up to a random girl, and said "hey bitch, you suck dick"? It actually worked.

There are stories going about civilians shooting bad guys and saving the day.

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Some civilians are properly trained. The thought that people are just going around to kill a bad hombre is the exception rather than the rule. Never heard of one example. This state is an open carry state. If you have a CCW, you can't take a firearm in the same places you can't take an open carry....

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 19, 2018:

@MikeFlora Good job resorting name calling! I made some valid points. Not stuff I read on the in inernet. I thought this site was about intelligent debate. Guess not. From what most of the posts on here indicate NO ONE knows anything about a firearm! This is like a car forum that most only know how to fill their tank, and drive! I can field strip an M16 blindfolded! Ignorance is bless, but I wish you the best.

What are some non-believer dating or social site worth joining?

VAL3941 comments on Jun 19, 2018:

Yip, throw it up in the air and see what comes down ! You really want to get laid, don't you ?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 19, 2018:

Most humans have a physical need...

How do you deal with Door-knockers?

TheGreatShadow comments on May 29, 2018:

A friend of mine who lives in the South had the best answer. He said some Johovas Witnesses came bashing on his door. He said "good thing you came. we are ready for sacrifice, and all out of virgins". They ran! I point to the "NO SOLICITING" sign on my door, and slam it in their face. Look up Joe ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 19, 2018:

@Wurlitzer One time on here someone posted about just meeting the love of his life. I said something like "I don't want to piss in your pocket, but most relationships start off with puppy love that wears off". This guy got offended because I said that one word! He asked me to edit it. If there was a problem, admin should have told me.

Can we be as vague as possible when posting a video or link?

Piece2YourPuzzle comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I agree. There's nothing more I hate than opening up 40 different threads only to find no relevance to me. I started ignoring lots of threads too.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

I hear you there! This site is not bad. FB is. I read posts saying only "FML" or "Today sucked". You ask what is going on. Never reply. If it's too personal, why post? They get tons of likes, and comments. If someone knows what's going on, why post it as public? I used to be a grammar nazi, but no one cares. So now I don't.

Great parenting! So this guy, this girl, and her kid stopped by earlier.

Bjy001 comments on Jun 18, 2018:

Surprised no one's mentioned this. You all sound pretty fucked. You knowing let that brat into your home with several unsecured firearms within reach.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

Thanks for the compliment... For the record he never went into that room. He tried getting close, but I watched the kid like a hawk!

Frekdrick does a master class on the song The Devils Orchard.

ashortbeauty comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Love the breakdown

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

It is odd, but cool. They did a similar type of breakdown on Heritage (the song itself). Both of these songs are on the same album.

Great parenting! So this guy, this girl, and her kid stopped by earlier.

Iam4MY comments on Jun 18, 2018:

Sometimes you need to remove people from your life. Sounds like a good example of that here. I feel for the kid though. He probably won't turn out very well and his mother is obviously to blame.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

i going to mention she lost custody of her daughter. Wonder why.

Great parenting! So this guy, this girl, and her kid stopped by earlier.

birdingnut comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I don't get it. Why are you putting up with this? Put their stuff on the lawn, change the lock, then MOVE, if necessary. Delete them from all social media. Don't mention them again. If someone asks, just say it didn't work out.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

@birdingnut If you can look it up, read my poas about felons. Same guy.

Great parenting! So this guy, this girl, and her kid stopped by earlier.

birdingnut comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I don't get it. Why are you putting up with this? Put their stuff on the lawn, change the lock, then MOVE, if necessary. Delete them from all social media. Don't mention them again. If someone asks, just say it didn't work out.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

@birdingnut because he will bash on my door until i answer, Sounds like a SWAT team trying to break in. I have many dents on my door because of his knocking.

Great parenting! So this guy, this girl, and her kid stopped by earlier.

birdingnut comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I don't get it. Why are you putting up with this? Put their stuff on the lawn, change the lock, then MOVE, if necessary. Delete them from all social media. Don't mention them again. If someone asks, just say it didn't work out.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

i've deleted both off social media for a while. They come bashing on my door whenever they want.

My Rainey - utterly relaxed today

kmdskit3 comments on Jun 18, 2018:

I've had cats sleep in weird ways before but never had a cat sleep on its back. So cute!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

I had a cat fall asleep once when looking out the window! She had her butt down, and arms up!

Why are the nights always the hardest to get through?

GeorgeRocheleau comments on Jun 17, 2018:

It is very hard when you can't make your mind shut off.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

I agree with you. my mind never shuts off. If i'm tired an all I can do is lay down. I stare at the wall or ceiling. I think about politics, atrocities, sociology... Just think to myself. No music or tv. Just in my head.

I'm curious, what was your first metal concert?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 15, 2018:

I've seen Opeth before. Some of their songs are just depressing. I just made a post on my group "GUITARS ONLY!" where Fredrich did a master class. My first metal concert was probably Slayer!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 18, 2018:

@ScienceBill72 They do have tallent, but their breakdowns seem awkward at times.

What do you do when you are EXPECTED to follow Christian beliefs?

Spudnut comments on Jun 16, 2018:

I've never been asked to actively contribute to saying grace over a meal but I have no trouble bowing my head and being respectful of the beliefs of friends or family. If I'm at a wedding or a funeral that involves standing and sitting (and standing and sitting some more) I go along. I am pretty ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

@Spudnut Might have spelled it wrong (not a common word) but it's testament to Satan.

Has evolution made us weaker to deal with physical pain?

Donotbelieve comments on Jun 17, 2018:

I have a very high pain tolerance. I have had four natural, unmedicated childbirths. There was no screaming or crying. I just walked until I couldn't any longer, then bada boom. Had a baby. They were large babies. I have also had a broken wrist that never got medical attention. Had a root canal ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

@Donotbelieve I'm just going to bite my tongue so to speak.

Has evolution made us weaker to deal with physical pain?

ailurophile comments on Jun 17, 2018:

Pain has an evolutionary purpose. Ignoring it can lead to worse health issues, or even death. I was raised in an environment where people were stoic, or were expected to be. The result was people I love dying a lot younger than they would have if they'd sought medical help sooner, or at all.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

You have good points.

Has evolution made us weaker to deal with physical pain?

Donotbelieve comments on Jun 17, 2018:

I have a very high pain tolerance. I have had four natural, unmedicated childbirths. There was no screaming or crying. I just walked until I couldn't any longer, then bada boom. Had a baby. They were large babies. I have also had a broken wrist that never got medical attention. Had a root canal ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

Without anesthesia?

I'm not going to lie. This made me laugh!

LeighShelton comments on Jun 17, 2018:

Very good

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

Saw that before, but not close to xmas. lol

How often does it annoy you when people assume atheist don’t believe in anything at all?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 17, 2018:

Athiests believe in things. Just not their "god". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4diugMg5kQ

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

@TristanNuvo Funniest guy that ever lived!

What's the worst purchase that you have ever made?

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 16, 2018:

I've made lots of bad purchases over the years, but I'd say the Cat Genie is the worst. And I bought 2! IThey were about $300 each! Almost everyone hates cleaning their litter box. It took a long time for my cats to use it. Then it started to not drain. This causes several problems. When clogged, ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

@ailurophile Are you sure Gordon Ramsy wouldn't put that on his menu?

What do you do when you are EXPECTED to follow Christian beliefs?

Spudnut comments on Jun 16, 2018:

I've never been asked to actively contribute to saying grace over a meal but I have no trouble bowing my head and being respectful of the beliefs of friends or family. If I'm at a wedding or a funeral that involves standing and sitting (and standing and sitting some more) I go along. I am pretty ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 17, 2018:

I've never asked to say grace for years, but I just came up with a good idea! My family is Catholic. Maybe say a grimewar in Latin? They'd never know what you are talking about. I only know of one guy personally that studied it. He was a science teacher in HS. After all, important sounding dead languages are important to them!

Stephen Hawking Set to Be Buried Between Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin

dare2dream comments on Jun 16, 2018:

Hawking was an atheist. To have him buried in a church seems sacrilegious (for lack of a better word coming to mind). I understand the honor of being buried next to Newton and Darwin. But in doing so, Hawkins honors the church! Why does Christianity always co-opt everything?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 16, 2018:

Darwin was also an athiest.

You're not going to believe this thing, talk about a nightmare.

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jun 13, 2018:

Won't even go to the link but I am sure there is a lot of science involved.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 16, 2018:

@Kojaksmom Why not. lol Muzzle breaks/flash hiders (witch ever you prefer) are VERY loud! Two at one time? I have seen firearms go off in houses. a .22 LR going of in a house is loud! You were probably joking about defending an infant. If it's a home defense situation, you use that thing, and your infant is constipaded, you won't have to worry about the constipation!

Would you befriend a felon?

itsmedammit comments on Jun 16, 2018:

Criminal history wouldn't be the first thing I'd ask a new acquaintance, so can't say I'd knowingly make the choice. Seriously though, there are a lot of good people and a lot of bad people and a whole lot of people who have both of the above. One does not need to have been convicted of a ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 16, 2018:

Yes, as I mentioned most of these people meet even worse prople, and learn how to rob a bank, or steal a car. I've know people before and after.

Well it's that time of year again.

Hermit comments on Jun 15, 2018:

West Texas (not too far from here) is also a ‘Czech town.’ I lived in the Czech Republic for a couple of years. The food was horrible, but the beer was good and very cheap.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

Miluji studente pivo!

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

TheoryNumber3 comments on Jun 15, 2018:

8 years of Obama and not one scandal... and they accused him of every crime in the book. One year of Trump and nothing but lies, scandals and embarrassment for this country. He's lucky he was born rich or he'd be living in a refrigerator box under Times Square.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

Yeah, we went through 8 years of propaganda! Who cried "fake news"? Obama took it in stride! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIIb-pZkiuI

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

AnneWimsey comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Hell, i have seldom heard of Anyone so shady!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

@AnneWimsey Yep. Don't capitalize certain names.

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

webbew1 comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Don't bang your head against a wall. Stay active. Work towards getting your friends and family engaged and to the voting booth in November. Then again in 2020. Help tie Trumps hands in November and then send him packing back to Trump Tower in 2020

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

@LucyLoohoo Bloody right it is! Bow your head for prayer. I mention one little thing and I am the bain of society! My brother-in-law, and my dad are the only people that give me a break!

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

webbew1 comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Don't bang your head against a wall. Stay active. Work towards getting your friends and family engaged and to the voting booth in November. Then again in 2020. Help tie Trumps hands in November and then send him packing back to Trump Tower in 2020

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

@EMC2 If there was a Russian probe, I think everyone he appointed will be kicked out. Not 100%. But, never saw anything like this.

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

MsDemeanour comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Why don't you shoot him?

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

Terrible thing to say. You NEVER point the business end of a barrel unless if you are in direct threat!!!

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

DenoPenno comments on Jun 15, 2018:

On top of this his supporters keep on lying for him. A man I went to school with is a big Trump supporter and he told me yesterday that we are starting to produce our own steel again and with good results. He says it's because of the tarriffs. He went on to tell me that 2 or 3 new coal mines have ...

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

Yeah, and he lost contracts for grain to be exported! China has a bad rep for ripping us off! Look up the Syngenda lawsuite. No Mexico won't import corn, and what they have, they are exporting to other countries! That has to do with his egotistical wall! Mexico is not paying for the wall! The last few years grain farmers have had a hard time breaking even. This exasterbates all this! He's also pissed off about half the world! Countries that have had no beef with us for years, he is making mad!

The Smashing Pumpkins - Bullet with Butterfly Wings [youtu.be]

TheGreatShadow comments on Jun 13, 2018:

I love that song! I tried to find Mellioncollie and the Infinate sadness on vinyl. Only copy I could find was $300. One of the few bands I enjoy, but never saw.

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

@amdam87 I thought they had a huge falling out with Jimmy? He is also a tallented jazz drummer!

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

AnneWimsey comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Hell, i have seldom heard of Anyone so shady!

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

The difference between this guy and nixon is we didn't know he was a crook before elected...

I just want to bang my head against a wall! I've NEVER saw a president with so many lawsuits, or ...

webbew1 comments on Jun 15, 2018:

Don't bang your head against a wall. Stay active. Work towards getting your friends and family engaged and to the voting booth in November. Then again in 2020. Help tie Trumps hands in November and then send him packing back to Trump Tower in 2020

TheGreatShadow replies on Jun 15, 2018:

@webbew1 You hit the nail on the head! It has nothing to do with Republican vs Democrat, or anything. I'm hardly ever on FB because almost ANY time I make a point, someone gets offended! But the Left Liberal is the "snowflake"? I've had people I've known for 20+ years block and delete me. Some of these tools have said "you need to go to YouTube". Well, if I have a video of someone saying something, that's significant. I can post articles from credible news sources. If it's not from fox they scream "FAKE NEWS". Fox has even called his ass out. I also get links to some unknown site as "proof". I can make my own site for like $20, and make up whatever I want! Someone somewhere will believe it. Ignorance is simply not knowing. Stupidity is having the ability to learn, and not learning.