Now when customers paid in rubles Facebook should have had a clue the source was Russian. But so what? US companies are not forbidden from doing business with foreign countries. So... moreNow when customers paid in rubles Facebook should have had a clue the source was Russian. But so what? US companies are not forbidden from doing business with foreign countries. So Russia's goal was to sway an election. They set up fake accounts and bought ads that were designed to changed people's minds about Hillary Clinton. People set up fake accounts all the time and prepare political ads that are designed to harm their competitors and those ads are filled with lies. It is the American way. You have a product to sell. Sell it any way you can. That's how you rake in big bucks. Don't ask questions. I don't think Facebook wittingly colluded with hostile Russian forces to change the outcome of the 2016 prez election. As of July 2017 the US exported $3 billion, 669 million worth of goods to Russia and the US imported 9 billion, 706.7 million goods from Russia. Are all those customers vetted? less
Imagine a civilization no longer in reality and existing only in their virtual creations within their machines and much worse imagine a civilization unable to undo its manipulation... moreImagine a civilization no longer in reality and existing only in their virtual creations within their machines and much worse imagine a civilization unable to undo its manipulations of the fabric of its universe.
Some here may know I have an anxiety disorder. Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Believe me, it's real. And it's not fun to have. (But there are much worse things I could have, I reali... moreSome here may know I have an anxiety disorder. Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Believe me, it's real. And it's not fun to have. (But there are much worse things I could have, I realize.)The last several weeks I've not been so good in dealing with anxiety. But I'm strong. I can journey through, a moment at a time.A prayer (even if one is not a believer, it's incredibly good advice, it seems to me) that helps is the Serenity Prayer:God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.
The anxiety feels almost crippling at the moment. "Almost" - - so I'll even take solace is knowing it's only "almost," not "totally," crippling at the moment.:):) less
The mid-Atlantic and northeast states will get a lot of rain from Jose but it will be RELATIVELY benign. What's very worrisome now is that a Cat 5 hurricane is headed directl... moreThe mid-Atlantic and northeast states will get a lot of rain from Jose but it will be RELATIVELY benign. What's very worrisome now is that a Cat 5 hurricane is headed directly for Puerto Rico. About a million folks live there. The Island of Barbuda was destroyed by Irma but the population was very small.Some of the folks who are in Puerto Rico now fled from the Virgin Islands and Irma. Here they go again. Water is being rationed . I hope no one gets too thirsty.
I joined this closed group on Facebook that is a forum for fans of a certain TV show.At first I was surprised at how many people liked the same reality show as me and were actively... moreI joined this closed group on Facebook that is a forum for fans of a certain TV show.At first I was surprised at how many people liked the same reality show as me and were actively discussing it.The show I'm talking about is just a competition reality show.It's cool, but it's been on forever and I thought the deepest conversation I might have with these other fans is "Who was your favorite competitor?"I was surprised at how serious they take that show and how they will re watch the past seasons and make up fantasy casts and really delve into every detail of that reality show and they constantly post photos and selfies that they took at bars and just anywhere that they can track and find any contestant that is or has ever been in that show.That fan page really has a stalker vibe to it.Like, these people live for that one show and audition for it and talk about how close they were to getting on it etc.I don't know?Maybe I'm being negative but I think I'm gonna leave that group because I don't have a good attitude ... less
Rambling/Repetitive. THREATENING. "...we would have no choice but to totally destroy North Korea....." Lotsa talk about sovereignty. Independence. Looking to yourself for solutions... moreRambling/Repetitive. THREATENING. "...we would have no choice but to totally destroy North Korea....." Lotsa talk about sovereignty. Independence. Looking to yourself for solutions. Some whining about how the US pays more than its fair share. Push-Pull between threats and diplomacy. Called Kim Jong-un ROCKETMAN again from the podium on the stage of the United Nations. Elegant, articulate, presidential, thoughtful, substantive, admirable or the exact opposite? What say you? Why?
Maybe working with miniatures/model airplanes where fine work and steady hands are required, small hands would be an advantage. For an artist who paints on canvas would hand size m... moreMaybe working with miniatures/model airplanes where fine work and steady hands are required, small hands would be an advantage. For an artist who paints on canvas would hand size matter? After all it is the brush that actually touches the canvas, not the hands. For baking I think it takes large strong hands for kneading bread dough and a lot of strength to pull a 25lb roasted turkey out of the oven without dropping it. For a sculptor large strong hands could be an advantage. For a seamstress I don't see how it would matter. For a construction worker the bigger the better because I think we associate bigger with stronger.. less
How dangerous is association with potential criminals? How safe is it to take on a notorious person/situation for the taker onner? Is there automatic protection or do you jus... moreHow dangerous is association with potential criminals? How safe is it to take on a notorious person/situation for the taker onner? Is there automatic protection or do you just roll the dice and take your chances?
Your target is PERSON A. You also catch in that same net other persons. It is unavoidable. So now we know why Trump was so very terrified of wire taps. He wasn't the target but he ... moreYour target is PERSON A. You also catch in that same net other persons. It is unavoidable. So now we know why Trump was so very terrified of wire taps. He wasn't the target but he was caught talking to the target. What did he say that might/could/will incriminate him? One wonders if the "bystander" Trumpfish will yield more than the target fish....incriminating evidence wise. Doesn't one?
When I see travel program set in foreign lands I always see a lot more people riding bikes. Good exercise. No pollution. Less expensive to operate. Why don't Americans do the same?
AT LAST! Something in common that unites the rich and the poor! Both groups "enjoy" having deadbeats among them. Is there a certain status in being wealthy and stiffing people? Do ... moreAT LAST! Something in common that unites the rich and the poor! Both groups "enjoy" having deadbeats among them. Is there a certain status in being wealthy and stiffing people? Do you look up to them, admire them, think they're swell? Getting away with something at the expense of others. Just another day at the office for some. SIGH
How many times have you KNOWINGLY done/said something you probably shouldn't have? If you know what the consequences will be or might be don't you do/say what you are determined to... moreHow many times have you KNOWINGLY done/said something you probably shouldn't have? If you know what the consequences will be or might be don't you do/say what you are determined to do/say anyway?
