Back in the days of DOS when we practically needed a degree in computer science to operate a PC, Apple computers were far and away the best on the market. They were FUN to use but ... moreBack in the days of DOS when we practically needed a degree in computer science to operate a PC, Apple computers were far and away the best on the market. They were FUN to use but for that fun experience you had to pay through the nose.We're still paying through the nose, of course, but they're no longer ahead of Microsoft.Which do you prefer? Why?
I bought my new Lenovo yesterday (thank you to those people who gave advice) and found that a "free" version of McAfee AV was installed on it. Since I had already activated Windows... moreI bought my new Lenovo yesterday (thank you to those people who gave advice) and found that a "free" version of McAfee AV was installed on it. Since I had already activated Windows Defender, which really is free, I spent far too much time trying to uninstall McAfee.Can't be done by the normal method.If you want to remove it you must visit the McAfee web site and download their Software Removal Tool. Works like a charm but is a bleeding nuisance. What has been your experience?
It’s tomorrow, or today if you are in Oz...March 15, the 2061st anniversary of the assassination of Julius Caesar in the Roman senate (give or take some calendric vicissitude... moreIt’s tomorrow, or today if you are in Oz...March 15, the 2061st anniversary of the assassination of Julius Caesar in the Roman senate (give or take some calendric vicissitudes).
Shakespeare wrote about it, and we still caution each other to BEWARE of it…what does it mean to you, and why does it continue to figure so prominently in our collective psyche? DEATH OF CAESAR by Vincenzo Camuccini, 1798:
"Access to" is ridiculous, meaningless, irrelevant. If it costs too much all the "access to" in the world is worth nothing! Let's give Paul Ryan his "access to" back in return for ... more"Access to" is ridiculous, meaningless, irrelevant. If it costs too much all the "access to" in the world is worth nothing! Let's give Paul Ryan his "access to" back in return for some honesty. See what else he can come up with! :(
If you like everything about someone and their past is well behind them, what things may still influence whether you'll date them or not? Would having committed specific crimes mat... moreIf you like everything about someone and their past is well behind them, what things may still influence whether you'll date them or not? Would having committed specific crimes matter? Jail time? Promiscuity? Prior marriages? ??? What are your deal-breakers that relate to a partner's history?
This is one of mine.... and I think I prefer the UB40 version to any other; I am a huge fan of Ali Campbell - looooooooooooove his voice.. Tough day today... could have been a disa... moreThis is one of mine.... and I think I prefer the UB40 version to any other; I am a huge fan of Ali Campbell - looooooooooooove his voice.. Tough day today... could have been a disaster ... thankfully I got through it.. Music to lift the spirits and chill to is my medicine :)
There's a blizzard raging outside. So, I'm hunkering down. I'm thinking this would be a very good day to make some soup. Any recipe suggestions? I went shop... moreThere's a blizzard raging outside. So, I'm hunkering down. I'm thinking this would be a very good day to make some soup. Any recipe suggestions? I went shopping yesterday so I pretty much have everything on hand.
ABNORMAL sequence. You state something you want people to belileve and then look for ways to justify it. A**backwards is the way the government rolls these days in good old Trumpla... moreABNORMAL sequence. You state something you want people to belileve and then look for ways to justify it. A**backwards is the way the government rolls these days in good old Trumpland formerly known as the good old USofA. "Obama wiretapped Trump Tower" sez The Donald. His mouthpiece Sean Spicer NOW SAYS Trump didn't ACTUALLY MEAN wiretap. He meant there are various ways to monitor/surveil. Oh please. Geez Louise! Good Grief Charly Brown! Neverending cartbeforehorsiness. Yet many believe every word of that nonsense. How can they you ask? Good question. I have no answer for you. less
Category: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - In the real world, spotting intelligent people isn’t quite as si... moreCategory: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - In the real world, spotting intelligent people isn’t quite as simple as looking for people who babble gibberish like Benedict Cumberbatch in Sherlock. But scientific studies have shown that there are a few traits which are linked to high intelligence – and some of these are rather surprising.Each sign had it's own question prior to this one. How many of these signs did/do you meet/share?#1 You learn from your mistakes#2 You can argue intelligently#3 You don’t think you’re intelligent#4 You enjoy sick jokes#5 You enjoy being alone#6 You’re physically lazy#7 You have used illegal drugs#8 You don’t believe in God#9 You don’t post ‘inspirational’ messages on Facebook#10 You’re the first child in your family less
Category: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - First born children are usually the cleverest, with measurable differences ... moreCategory: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - First born children are usually the cleverest, with measurable differences in IQ as early as age one – and it’s thanks to their parents.
Category: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - A study linked people who are receptive to Facebook ‘memes’ ful... moreCategory: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - A study linked people who are receptive to Facebook ‘memes’ full of buzzword-heavy statements and quotes to lower cognitive scores – ie low intelligence.
Category: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - Religious people are less intelligent than non-believers, according to a re... moreCategory: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - Religious people are less intelligent than non-believers, according to a review of 63 scientific studies stretching back over decades.
Category: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - Intelligent people don’t necessarily do the most intelligent thi... moreCategory: Silly Questions."Ten weird signs that you are highly intelligent, according to science" - Intelligent people don’t necessarily do the most intelligent things – and large-scale studies have shown that more intelligent children are more likely to consume psychoactive drugs as adults.
Or say it gently?Or did you/they say you would think about?Or did you say yes because you felt that's what they wanted but broke off the engagement later?Have you ever go to a seri... moreOr say it gently?Or did you/they say you would think about?Or did you say yes because you felt that's what they wanted but broke off the engagement later?Have you ever go to a serious unexpected proposal and how did you respond if so?
