Well, it's been an interesting Blasphemy Day. I can't wait for tomorrow so all the militant Vegans can beat up on us... lol

Well, it's been an interesting Blasphemy Day. I can't wait for tomorrow so all the militant Vegans can beat up on us... lol
G-Night and Nothing bless and don't forget to eat your tofu.
http://www.worldvegetarianday.org/materials/

I'm travelling to Georgia for tiny-hirl (girl friend style) next month. Anything happening in the Alpharetta area that I shouldn't miss? It's the weekend of the 12th-14th and we are going with another couple from Tennessee. Anything (not too wild or expensive) within 30-50 mies would be great.

#sacredsunday Going to have to break out my good speakers to really get all of this.

#sacredsunday  Going to have to break out my good speakers to really get all of this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaxhV0XwbRQ

Illusion of a double dactyl

Illusion of a double dactyl

poetic heretic
Moan Lisa
in order to teach
about Art
gathers many about
foils censors no doubt
and upsets the old
applecart
#pocketpoem  
Theo

#sacredsunday Secular is not a dirty word

#sacredsunday   Secular is not a dirty word
This is an unusual post for Sacred Sunday. It's an half hour presentation by an Atheist  that should remind us (yes, us believers too) how to believe in whatever we do believe in. It's NOT an attack on Mr. Romney or on religious beliefs as much as a wake up call. 

If you don't have an half hour to spare I'll sum it up as best I can.
Beware the Religio-Industrial Complex
comments and criticisms are welcome and moderation will be as moderate as I can muster (lol)

Originally shared by Michael Cohen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEyc2Qw83aE

International Blasphemy Rights Day, held each year on September 30, is a day to promote the rights to freedom of belief and expression and stand up in a show of solidarity for the liberty to challenge reigning religious beliefs without fear of murder, litigation, or reprisal.

International Blasphemy Rights Day, held each year on September 30, is a day to promote the rights to freedom of belief and expression and stand up in a show of solidarity for the liberty to challenge reigning religious beliefs without fear of murder, litigation, or reprisal.
I do not approve but hey, good luck with that and I certainly support and defend the constitution, so...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_ky9dsrUQI

I love these guys.

I love these guys.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inventingearth/luminous-thread-dreampunk-production-workshop

I must be doing something wrong

I must be doing something wrong
My circle count keeps going up and my follower list keeps growing and the half dozen or so people who regularly engage with me is absolutely awesome. Why then are my plusses and re-shares and comments so low.
I got to thinking about that and the only other constant in the equation is that my "crap circle" keeps growing too. Maybe since I haven't been as engaging my own self it has left me out of the loops circles, so to speak?
So I turned the slider back up this morning. 
Yikes! 
But that probably isn't it after all. It's probably just that I'm boring the dickens out of you all. Or maybe it's my anti-anti-censorship views. I don't know but I'd sure be glad to hear opinions and/or suggestions.
One thing I did find out/remember.
Holy Cow. I know I follow the best people on the G. I'm astounded and amazed and deeply grateful for the peeps I found in my following list. I mean, SERIOUSLY ! Thank you, thank you, thank you. I wil absolutely try to live up to the awesomeness that a list like that deserves.

Happy #caturday

Happy #caturday

Ah, the good old days...

Ah, the good old days...
“In the old days, we used to be able to induce fear by giving people electric shocks,” Levenson says.

Read more: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/The-Saddest-Movie-in-the-World.html#ixzz27sv3xrNs
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/The-Saddest-Movie-in-the-World.html

I scored tix to the Norton Museum. I want to see the "moon festival" installation. I almost went for The History of Diving Museum in

I scored tix to the Norton Museum. I want to see the "moon festival" installation. I almost went for The History of Diving Museum in
 Islamorada though. The Seminole Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum in
 Clewiston is cool too. So darn many too choose from...
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/

WooHoo! Here are some great freebies you can snag in honor of National Coffee Day !

WooHoo! Here are some great freebies you can snag in honor of National Coffee Day !
http://hip2save.com/2012/09/28/national-coffee-day-deals-and-freebies-929/

StoryCorps

StoryCorps
Our mission is to provide Americans of all backgrounds and beliefs with the opportunity to record, share, and preserve the stories of our lives.
http://storycorps.org/animation/

Kickworhy and then some. If you like it "steamy" or you like the opera or if you're near Denver, check this out.

Kickworhy and then some. If you like it "steamy" or you like the opera or if you're near Denver, check this out.
http://luminousthread.com/

TGIF too...

TGIF too...
http://www.examiner.com/article/celebrate-national-drink-beer-day-with-an-ice-cold-brew

You gotta have a dog...

You gotta have a dog...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SpVyInEMl8

Good morning and have a G~Positive Day.

Good morning and have a G~Positive Day.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0un94yKL4M

A Wonderful Day

A Wonderful Day
to my facorite plus poet
may blessings abound
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIRYOiErcHM

Originally shared by Shawna Mac

Originally shared by Shawna Mac

For those of you who are on Deviant Art and like to play 'art games' - This is a contest for an 'evil wins' fairytale photomanipulations

http://naomifan.deviantart.com/journal/NaomiFans-first-real-contest-When-Evil-wins-326737150#comments

Actually - he used google, but it's still a good story.

Actually - he used google, but it's still a good story.
http://www.wptv.com/dpp/news/region_s_palm_beach_county/delray_beach/billy-jean-jacques-jonathan-coleman-accused-thieves-busted-after-bragging-on-facebook-cops-say#ixzz27f4GPyyT

via Thom Frost

via Thom Frost 

Originally shared by Irreverent Monk

Heh.  Presidential candidates should probably not mention Hitler in speeches :)  Even if Hitler had a good idea...

Mitt Romney Praises Adolf Hitler's Energy Ideas
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxeiZ7xzHZc

A regular piece of crowd sourced art I do believe...

A regular piece of crowd sourced art I do believe...

#paintingoftheday This was my silly little contribution to a project that remains to be completed. #MeetTheGPlusArtist (lol)

#paintingoftheday  This was my silly little contribution to a project that remains to be completed. #MeetTheGPlusArtist  (lol)

#paintingoftheday Because Art is better than bacon Samantha Villenave

#paintingoftheday  Because Art is better than bacon Samantha Villenave 

Originally shared by P E Sharpe

I Have a Favour To Ask

And I don't ask for them often.

Please help #PaintingOfTheDay trend

I have close to 30K followers - each one of you, separately and together, can make a difference. 

Here's what I am asking: find a painting you like - AFAIC it doesn't even have to be a G+ artist - post the image or link and put #PaintingOfTheDay  in the post. You can even share this post forward and put #PaintingOfTheDay  in your header.

Thanks. As an artist fighting to make art more visible here on G+ I would really appreciate it. 

This is a painting by Picasso, very traditional old school, but it prompted an unexpected response from me the first time I saw it in the flesh (so to speak).

#paintingoftheday I purchased this from a G+ artist.

#paintingoftheday  I purchased this from a G+ artist. 
Thank you miriam dunn 
oops I forgot to #MeetTheGPlusArtists

#paintingoftheday One of my favorite artists.

#paintingoftheday  One of my favorite artists.
http://www.limelightagency.com/Janis-joplin/artwork-gallery/reclining-woman.html

This raises so many questions. Will they have a multiplayer option? Do both parties need high speed or can the ladies one use dial-up? Is there a furry version?

This raises so many questions. Will they have a multiplayer option?  Do both parties need high speed or can the ladies one use dial-up? Is there a furry version?

Originally shared by Laura Walsh

I've officially been on the internet too long...I can now have a sexually fulfilling relationship with anyone, anywhere. O.o 

LET'S DO THIS!

Oh...wait...willing partner also required >.< hehehehe

#NSFW   #SEXY   #GEEK  
http://www.lovepalz.com/

I used to be a lumberjack, but I couldn’t cut it.

I used to be a lumberjack, but I couldn’t cut it.
So they gave me the ax.

What do you call a drunk logger?
A rum-berjack.

HAPPY LUMBERJACK DAY, EH !

Originally shared by ted kelly

Eh?
http://lumberjackday.net/celebrate/about/

Eh?

Eh?
http://lumberjackday.net/celebrate/about/

#onehitwonders

#onehitwonders  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiEIToOWr64

Recall Roger Goodell

Recall Roger Goodell
Sign the petition - or start one - or something...
Solidarity with the Ref's

via Laurie DesAutels

via Laurie DesAutels 

Originally shared by ****

Please +1 & post! :[ Every type of cancer is horrible. R.I.P - Aunt Judy #BreastCancerIsABitch

Republicans - A bit of advice.

Republicans - A bit of advice.
We know why you're all mean and nasty lately. We would be too.
We can just look at all the Republican women on the TV and internet and see whats going on. Their hair tells the whole story...
Surrender, or at least declare a truce in your war on women. If you weren't practicing abstinence only you might lighten up a bit.

It really must be hard to find a Republican who isn't registered to vote.

It really must be hard to find a Republican who isn't registered to vote.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rdk55dLsFhc

Piss-Off a Republican Day

Piss-Off a Republican Day
http://nationalvoterregistrationday.org/about

“How Do You Talk to An Angel” hit #1 on the Billboard Top 40 in 1992, transforming lead singer Jamie Walters and The Heights into #onehitwonders . Jamie Walters never looked back, however, and hit the Billboard Top 40 for a second time three years later with his hit, “Hold On” that reached #16 on the Billboard Top 40. That makes Walters a two-time one-hit wonder or essentially a person who had two Top 40 songs with two completely different bands.

“How Do You Talk to An Angel” hit #1 on the Billboard Top 40 in 1992, transforming lead singer Jamie Walters and The Heights into #onehitwonders  .  Jamie Walters never looked back, however, and hit the Billboard Top 40 for a second time three years later with his hit, “Hold On” that reached #16 on the Billboard Top 40. That makes Walters a two-time one-hit wonder or essentially a person who had two Top 40 songs with two completely different bands.
via toponehitwonders.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5HIarf0CFM

#acataday Lizzie, my Red Headed Step Kitty likes to Skype with me.

#acataday  Lizzie, my Red Headed Step Kitty likes to Skype with me.

Another one from the vault. #onehitwonders

Another one from the vault. #onehitwonders  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfBPjRp81fo

Tomorrow is One Hit Wonder Day !

Tomorrow is One Hit Wonder Day !
What's your favorite ?
I can't pick one, but here is one on my list...
#onehitwonders  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SRdKrmPaEI

Anybody know anything about this ? It looks like it cold be really useful.

Anybody know anything about this ? It looks like it cold be really useful.
http://loomio.org/

Do you remember when it's appropriate to use a comma ?

Do you remember when it's appropriate to use a comma ? 
Are you sure ? Are you really sure it's not better to use a semicolon ?
Why give the trolls an easy excuse to ignore your thoughtful and effective reasoning ? Don't let them rub your face in the "yellow snow", check this out.
http://www.nationalpunctuationday.com/

This is a bad hare day ! #punday

This is a bad hare day ! #punday

Have a blessed Native American Day!

Have a blessed Native American Day!

Originally shared by Kathy Larson

In the Spirit of Crazy Horse...

Starwalker
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkdix1qHIEA&list=FLBvhr-Nw_2GMKc2HDerPZyA

I've seen so many pro Mormon/anti Muslim posts in the past week that it's starting to get to me. You are entitled to any opinion that suits you but that doesn't make it true.

I've seen so many pro Mormon/anti Muslim posts in the past week that it's starting to get to me. You are entitled to any opinion that suits you but that doesn't make it true. 
Most people are peaceful and respectful of other people.
Some people are different. Christians, Muslims,Jews,Atheists and yes even Buddhists can be screwed up.
Mormons have a rich and bloody history of violence, bigotry and terrorism extending well into the last parts of the 20th century.
-------------------------->
Brigham Young introduced the doctrine known as "blood atonement", regarding unpardonable sin, or sin for which Jesus Christ's atonement does not apply. He taught that a person could only atone for such sins by giving up his or her life. Various church leaders since Young have taught likewise. Bruce R. McConkie stated that "this doctrine can only operate in a day when there is no separation of church and state and when the power to take life is vested in the ruling theocracy as was the case in the day of Moses."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_The_Church_of_Jesus_Christ_of_Latter-day_Saints#Blood_atonement
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_The_Church_of_Jesus_Christ_of_Latter-day_Saints#Blood_atonement

A new pastor moved into town and went out one Saturday to visit his parishioners.

A new pastor moved into town and went out one Saturday to visit his parishioners.

All went well until he came to one house. It was obvious that someone was home, but no one came to the door even after he had knocked several times.

Finally, he took out his card, wrote on the back "Revelation 3:20" and stuck it in the door. (Revelation 3:20 reads: "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If any man hear my voice, and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he will with me.")

The next day, as he was counting the offering he found his card in the collection plate. Below his message was a notation "Genesis 3:10" ("And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked.").
#sacredsunday

#sacredsunday *Man* made those plaid bell-bottoms.

#sacredsunday  *Man* made those plaid bell-bottoms.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSciUplVZrA

Check this out. Great peeps who really know how to put on a show.

Check this out. Great peeps who really know how to put on a show.

Originally shared by Benjamin Sargent

Here is our Kickstarter for the Dreampunk season - cool video!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inventingearth/luminous-thread-dreampunk-production-workshop

This is what democracy looks like.

This is what democracy looks like. 
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/sep/22/unarmed-people-power-libya

Celebrate Bisexuality Day ! with anyone you like.

Celebrate Bisexuality Day ! with anyone you like.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/18/bisexual-pride-day_n_1895171.html

Re-sharing publicly.

Re-sharing publicly.

Originally shared by ****
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/sep/22/unarmed-people-power-libya

Ah-so! Is this why the GOP has such a hard~on the war on women ?

Ah-so! Is this why the GOP has such a hard~on  the war on women ?
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/21/rush-limbaugh-feminism-penis-size_n_1904192.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009

Go Bananas !

Go Bananas !
http://www.thebananafestival.com/home

I will be marking this momentous occasion with a meal at my favorite vegetarian sushi restaurant, Kotobuki. Happy Fish Amnesty Day, everyone!

I will be marking this momentous occasion with a meal at my favorite vegetarian sushi restaurant, Kotobuki. Happy Fish Amnesty Day, everyone!
*not really - I mean what is vegi-sushi ? 
http://www.peta.org/b/thepetafiles/archive/2007/09/22/Smile-Everybody-Its-Fish-Amnesty-Day.aspx

Happy Birthday to the Baggins Boys

Happy Birthday to the Baggins Boys
http://hobbitday.mymiddleearth.com/hobbit-day/

What with Halloween approaching and all the cat people on G+ I think I might get a couple of dozen of these. Of course that would just cover my cats - so if they like them I'll get some to sell too. #caturday

What with Halloween approaching and all the cat people on G+ I think I might get a couple of dozen of these. Of course that would just cover my cats - so if they like them I'll get some to sell too. #caturday  
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/21/inflatable-unicorn-horn-for-cats-photo_n_1901789.html?1348244475&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009

Originally shared by Bliss Morgan

Originally shared by Bliss Morgan

Crowdsourcing to foil a theft!

tl;dr someone stole a deployed soldier's trailer from his yard with this completely hand-made down to the poles tent in it.

This is terrible,My Lovely Lady, Lady Kira Raven,(We live in Oklahoma).I am Lord Charles Raven, and I am currently on deployment in Afghanistan running convoys through the badlands. After we got married we lived in Germany where she sewed, and painted her own pavilion and worked at the army wood craft shop to make all the poles and the center wheel. She painted the pavilion blue and with a sun and stars design, it is freaking awesome. This morning she posted that someone stole our trailer full of our SCA equipment out of our yard, including this tent that she hand crafted and has had for years. If anyone knows anyone in Oklahoma, please share this around in case they see any SCA equipment or trailers.The trailer was a little red 2 wheel ,Box trailer with a pirate flag painted on one side, and our medieval crest painted on the other side.

Posted to public, please reshare! If you're in the OK area, keep an eye out!

Notified in particular my SCA circle. If you see it, let him know: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151092737472462&set=a.10151090285742462.435822.687077461&type=1

#friday POETS DAY!

#friday  POETS DAY!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2ByCGW2Xgo

Help !

Help !
I'm going to a mini-hirl in Atlanta on the second weekend in October. Can anyone suggest a reasonably priced hotel within say, twenty miles of the airport. We need either two cheap rooms or a two bedroom suite would be better. If you have an Atlanta circle please re-share.

#ShowUsYourCursive Oops, maybe I read that wrong.

#ShowUsYourCursive  Oops, maybe I read that wrong.

I never imagined the zombie apocalypse would look like this.

I never imagined the zombie apocalypse would look like this.
http://www.examiner.com/article/vietnam-reports-second-ever-brain-eating-amoeba-death?cid=dflo-facebook-91912-brainamoeba

Note to a dear friend on f-book today

Note to a dear friend on f-book today

Yes - it's all weird. Thanks and if I were you I'd take it it over to the plus side more often. Sure there is plenty of weird and stupid and just plain old crap but the sheer amount of beauty and love is such that you can roll around in it and get covered and caked with joy or roll and troll at will and never get the two mixed up.
#evang+

All politics is local. Often attributed to Tip O'Neill; this bit of wisdom was actually passed down from his father. My point is that unless you are one of the few score of undecided voters (who will actually decide who wins this year) then you might want to spend the next fourty odd days thinking about your local elections.

All politics is local. Often attributed to Tip O'Neill; this bit of wisdom was actually passed down from his father. My point is that unless you are one of the few score of undecided voters (who will actually decide who wins this year) then you might want to spend the next fourty odd days thinking about your local elections.
This guy has more issues than National Geographic. Yet he's is a "darling" of the tea party and a serious contender for 2016. I think this clip demonstrates the "agenda" of the current GOP. Remember - the "O" stands for "Old-boy" no matter what they say.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNyAOYeCu0w

Where did it start, and when? Is there an online translator and who can we blame ?

Where did it start, and when? Is there an online translator and who can we blame ?
Q:Why are we all doing this ? 
A:We just arrrrr...
#internationaltalklikeapirateday  
http://www.talklikeapirate.com/

Happy Butterscotch Pudding Day

Happy Butterscotch Pudding Day
http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2012/07/14/narsai-david-recipe-butterscotch-pudding-butterscotch-pie/

Hey Sexy Ladies.

Hey Sexy Ladies.
 
Please explain for me
why it's so important
to have the "speech" that's free
You say it's wrong to shut them down
artists, poets and singers too
Brad Manning is a saintly girl
Pussy Riot the talk of the town
yet when I say hi from Pakistan
or show you my Indian cock
first thing you do is send report
and then you make the block

What is the carbon footprint of a cheeseburger. How does it affect the environment ?

What is the carbon footprint of a cheeseburger. How does it affect the environment ?
http://openthefuture.com/cheeseburger_CF.html
#cheeseburger   #cheeseburgerday   #nationalcheeseburgerday  
http://www.vimeo.com/4709524

Just a little heads-up for tomorrow mateys.

Just a little heads-up for tomorrow mateys.
http://www.talklikeapirate.com/

#cheeseburgerday #nationalcheeseburgerday

#cheeseburgerday   #nationalcheeseburgerday
Now there's a double-bypass if I ever saw one
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUJjlY7DGUs

So - what's for dinner ?

So - what's for dinner ?

Originally shared by Nate Maunu

I know they're propagating #Wisconsin   #cheese  with this... but I can't turn my eyes away from a delicious #cheeseburger  ... #5 really catches my eye... which is your favorite?
http://www.cheeseandburger.com/

#cheeseburger I feel a trend coming on. #cheeseburgerday

#cheeseburger  I feel a trend coming on. #cheeseburgerday  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSoivxhC8Og

I'll take mine with a cup of coffee please. Oh and good morning.

I'll take mine with a cup of coffee please. Oh and good morning.
#cheeseburger   #cheeseburgerday  
http://cheapisthenewclassy.com/2012/09/national-cheeseburger-day.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=national-cheeseburger-day

Originally shared by Robert E. del Sol

Originally shared by Robert E. del Sol

Social Era / Culture: The Rise Of The American Ignorati
#politics #culture #socialera  #ignorati
“We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid.”  -- Benjamin Franklin. Others say, “stupidity is a condition while ignorance is a choice.” If so, in 21st Century America, there is an epidemic of the condition and a mass stampede towards the choice.  There’s even a new name for for it! Ignorati - not to be confused with its Italian literal translation meaning of “ignored”, ignorati is closer to a pop culture antithetic play on on the word “illuminati”.

īgnōrātī -- “a person or group that is willfully ignorant, or woefully uninformed and forces their ignorant views on others regardless of fact, in spite of evidence.” 

In general, the ignorati are described as individuals who, despite their education, power, wealth, or influence, remain anti-intellectual, uninformed and prone to making serious errors of fact when discussing science and other technical, political or social matters. They rather believe in fabled-doctrine than observable reality and resort to magical thinking and scapegoating with alarming ease. Thus, the ignorati can usually be found furiously adding fuel to moral panics and disinformation campaigns of intolerance, prejudice and bigotry in the name of god or country.  For a given individual or group to be considered part of the ignorati, he/she must regularly provide groupthink scripted opinions or report on matters they do not understand and have clearly made no attempt to understand. They are usually fiscally self-serving, unaware of their own privilege, and remain void of empathy for social issues or the plight and misfortunes of others. They believe wanton exploitation of the planet (and everyone or anything on it) yields endless bounty only for themselves and that this predatory activity is a god given right.  In fact, they refuse to acknowledge or take responsibility for causing anyone's problems in the world and when confronted it is their common tactic to reframe observable reality with obfuscation and label open civil discourse as direct personal attacks. While the ignorati can be found deep within every race and religion on the planet, in America they comprise arguably 50% of the population. Politically they are mostly Republicans (in numbers), but plenty of Democrats and Independents qualify for the title as well. These individuals firmly believe that willful-ignorance is their inalienable right and education erodes their freedom to remain so. 

Catch a clue 101, here is more...

Clueless in America:  http://goo.gl/b8hCk 
Implications of Historical Ignorance:  http://goo.gl/Sdwti
Ignorance and Confusion:  http://goo.gl/k4kVT
How Ignorant Are Americans:  http://goo.gl/mXj6q

#politics #culture #socialera  #ignorati
http://www.examiner.com/article/willful-ignorance-the-bane-of-american-society

There is entirely too much trolling in my stream tonight. Too much seriousness too. I'm going to go play with my new facebook group. We don't take anything seriously there. Actually I'm going to go do some nekkid skyping, but the other thing sounded better.

I totally understand the whole freedom of speech thing. We have a fundamental right to express ourselves freely regardless of how other people react. Censorship is never acceptable in any form.

I totally understand the whole freedom of speech thing. We have a fundamental right to express ourselves freely regardless of how other people react. Censorship is never acceptable in any form. 
Yay!
So quit your bitchin' - some peeps chose the internet and some chose film, some use money and others use guns and bombs. It's all good...

Originally shared by John Fanavans

Originally shared by John Fanavans

Dangerous Ideas
Science Kills more than Religion

You know what you think?  You think that Religion is responsible for so much of the violence in the world. If you think that, you might be right. But I’mma gonna need me some evidence. Cause I’ve been looking around, and I’ve found out some pretty wild stuff.

The largest single war, WWII killed somewhere between 40m and 72m people in about 6 years.  That war was about a lot of things. But two things are pretty important about it. One, there was a hell of a lot of scientific advancement in it, remember it started with propeller planes and ended in Nuclear Bombs. Yey for science!  Two, there was a WHOLE scientific movement, call Eugenics (you might call it molecular biology these days) that was a pretty big cause of that war.

Yup. Scientific belief were instrumental in the rise of Hitler and the carrying on of WWII. Really, that science meme has a lot to be ashamed about. Luckily, no one ever talks about it.

In the slightly less than 100 years of the Crusades, about 1m to 3m people died and lest you say there was less people in the world, it was about 0.3%–2.3% of the world population. WWII was between 1.7%–3.1%. What were the Crusades about? A lot of things, but one of the big causes was religion. Religion has a lot to be ashamed about. Almost as much as science.

Of course, two examples doth not the truth make. And really, wars are always about power – see the Mongols, perhaps the best killers the World has ever known. You might want to see a great table on the Wiki about wars and their relative shittyness: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_wars_and_anthropogenic_disasters_by_death_toll

Ultimately, this stuff about Religion being bad because of death is rubbish. Although the Inquisition was pretty shit, if you look at them in detail, you’ll find that actually and ironically the inquisition was the start of rationalism and the end of religion.

#sacredsunday #unhaiku from http://uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/Category:UnHaiku

#sacredsunday   #unhaiku  from http://uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/Category:UnHaiku

White as the snow but black as night

White as the snow but black as night,
I beg all visitors that be,
"Close the door and turn off the light."

In the grip of ambivalence
I've often winced and cried aloud.
Asked to bestow but a few pence
I've hid within this bedding shroud.

Beyond this place of ruffled frills,
Looms the horror of work and strife
But while me mum is paying bills
I'm freed to sleep away my life.

It matters not that you berate,
Or plead with me to set some goal,
I am the master of my fate
I am the captain of my soul.

from http://uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/UnPoetia
http://uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/UnPoetia

Bwahahahah - I read a post from a newspaper article about a scientific study this morning. It was all of about 300 words maybe. The majority of the comments were indignant arguments about why the headline was obviously wrong. Obviously, because nobody had ever experienced their wonderfully superior version of the subject matter.

Bwahahahah - I read a post from a newspaper article about a scientific study this morning. It was all of about 300 words maybe. The majority of the comments were indignant arguments about why the headline was obviously wrong. Obviously, because nobody had ever experienced their wonderfully superior version of the subject matter.
I eventually made a comment alluding to the brevity of the article and that I thought that the commentators might not have bothered to read it. Silly me! The next reply was from a guy who did read it. His opinion was that the scientists were ignorant and lazy. He then cast aspersions on the educational system of his country.
My apologies to all of the tl/dr's and that other guy too. I hope you enjoy your coffee and have a great day. (more likely tea in this case)

#sacredsunday I believe that God has a sense of humor. So should we.

#sacredsunday  I believe that God has a sense of humor. So should we.
http://ag.org/wim/0805/0805_Theology_Humor.cfm

Hey! You know what would make for a great HIRL ?

Hey! You know what would make for a great HIRL ?
http://www.fantasyfest.com/

Do you have "DE" in your circles ?

Do you have "DE" in your circles ?

Originally shared by Discovery Erotic

Yoga Undressed
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lypeF-OUE4

In Love

In Love

I am in Love,
Not in the typical sense
As most people know it,
But it is a place where
I live and have my being,
A place from where my every thought,
Word, and deed originate.
It is a place where I take refuge
And solace from a world that does not
Seem to know this Love.

Karl Woods
http://www.fringewisdom.com/index.php

A priest a rabbi and a minister walk into a bar...

A priest a rabbi and a minister walk into a bar...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExG_aBxKkDY

*It's Nigh, I tell you...

*It's Nigh, I tell you...
http://rowdydow.co.uk/eotw/

It's not about "free software" so much as software that doesnt infringe on our freedom

It's not about "free software" so much as software that doesnt infringe on our freedom
In a time when our lives are increasingly dependent on technologies, it is important we take the time to consider the impact of technology on our lives, and the importance of ensuring technology isn't used to limit us, but rather to take us further along a path of opportunity, innovation and freedom for all people.
http://softwarefreedomday.org/en/sfd/software-freedom

Like - Wow, Mannnn...

Like -  Wow, Mannnn...

Originally shared by ****

I saw this and one of my first thoughts was "sounds like something my ex would do." LOL. obviously i was joking around. but no seriously. artist. drugs. this one just seemed like an excuse to abuse.
http://cultso.com/artist-takes-every-drug-known-to-man-draws-self-portraits-after-each-use/

It is absurd to divide people into good and bad. People are either charming or tedious. - Who done it ?

Not my picture, my chair or my cats. Just because #caturday

Not my picture, my chair or my cats. Just because #caturday

What's that you say ? Obama is an anti-colonialist ?

What's that you say ? Obama is an anti-colonialist ?

TGIF - The song is okay but the video is a classic.

TGIF - The song is okay but the video is a classic. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDETEPYS3Hs

Don't be alone for the Zombie Apocalypse ! byron rempel

Don't be alone for the Zombie Apocalypse ! byron rempel 
http://mingle2.com/zombieharmony/free-dating-sites

Love Long & Prosper

Love Long & Prosper
Having a tough time getting a date since you left f-book ? This just might get you laid back "on the bridge". Hint: Don't wear a red shirt in your profile pix...
http://www.trekpassions.com/

I guess the taxes are too high in California for him to "reside" there...

I guess the taxes are too high in California for him to "reside" there...

h/t to Edward Morbius

h/t to Edward Morbius 

Originally shared by Justin Bale

 Today was pro-USA demonstration in Benghazi condemning the attacks on the embassy.

Everyone needs to see this, please share this. I have a feeling it will be swept under the rug by the major news outlets.

We cannot lump all the people of the middle east in with terrorists and extremists. I have known several Muslims in my life, and I know many Christians who are infinitely more radical and prone to violence than they are.
There are over a billion Muslims. You cannot say one view point is shared by that many people, it simply isn't true.



Source
http://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/zs4o1/today_was_prousa_demonstration_in_benghazi/

I would like to add that there are important local issues that need your vote too.

I would like to add that there are important local issues that need your vote too.

Originally shared by michael custer

Via Roger Lake
To all the Occupy people, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE take some time to register to vote, if you have not done so already, at OCCUPY A VOTING BOOTH.

I know a good many of you folks are jaded about the entire process, but democracy and self-government in general is and has always been a somewhat messy and imperfect process. It took 30 years of social and political DIGRESSION to get to our currently dysfunctional state. It's going to take some years and sustained effort to regain what has been lost and go beyond that to keep moving our society FORWARD.

The Democratic Party is not the standard-bearer of progressive change that it has been and could be again. But frankly, neither is the Occupy movement. For those folks who want to sit on the sidelines and maintain some illusory sense of ideological "purity," all I can say is that if you think it's hard to take on the power and influence of Wall Street now, it will be devastatingly harder with a Romney/Ryan administration intent on plunging us into a new "Gilded Age."
http://anamericanalarmclock.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-first-amendment-and-your-voting.html
http://anamericanalarmclock.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-first-amendment-and-your-voting.html

How many had the same thought. Did that day "change everything" ? Did it change anything ?

Maybe he just changed his mind, yeah, that's it...

Maybe he just changed his mind, yeah, that's it...

Originally shared by Todd Byars

I love it when the catch a Republican Presidential Candidate Lying to BOTH his side and the opposition, on camera. :)T  Please share this one: http://thinkprogress.org/politics/2012/09/09/817671/romney-says-he-supports-popular-obamacare-provisions-on-nbc-quietly-reverses-hours-later-on-conservative-website/?mobile=nc
http://thinkprogress.org/politics/2012/09/09/817671/romney-says-he-supports-popular-obamacare-provisions-on-nbc-quietly-reverses-hours-later-on-conservative-website/?mobile=nc

Fort Lauderdale (it was too hot for the beach)

Fort Lauderdale  (it was too hot for the beach)

Thanks pio dal cin for pointing me towards this. I could read about 350+ of these. I should read about 350+ of these.

Thanks pio dal cin for pointing me towards this. I could read about 350+ of these. I should read about 350+ of these. 
http://www.openculture.com/free_ebooks

I couldn't agree more. h/t +Dan Voisin (sharing on phone if that didn't come out right...

I couldn't agree more. h/t +Dan Voisin (sharing on phone if that didn't come out right...

Originally shared by Carter Gibson

The correct view of religion

There's no reason science and spirituality can't coexist and learn from each other. A great example of rationalism, more people should accept both into their daily lives instead of spending so much time trying to prove that only way to live is with spirituality or science exclusively.

If thinking like a liberal is so bad does that mean not thinking, lika a conservative, is good ?

The calzone here is just great too.

The calzone here is just great too.
WPBF 25 News
Here it is! Big Apple Pizza and Pasta restaurant owner Scott Van Duzer gives President Obama a BIG BEAR HUG! (Picture credit- AP)

I took this shot - was thinking picture prompt at the time...

I took this shot - was thinking picture prompt at the time...

byron rempel might like this ?

byron rempel might like this ?

Originally shared by ****

Bowling Heads
Heads will roll when you arrive at the bowling alley sporting these disturbing decapitated head bowling balls. These highly detailed bowling balls were created by spray paint gun artist Oliver Paass and are perfect gift idea for the avid bowler with a morbid side.

Buy : http://www.designmadeingermany.de/2011/15183/

Why Religion?

Why Religion?
Many skeptics think that religion is a waste of time—or worse. I tend to agree. I am a Christian, but I don't consider myself a particularly religious person. Christianity is much more than just religion.

Rich Deem #sacredsunday  
http://www.godandscience.org/apologetics/what_is_christianity.html#.UEy2HdZlRcQ

Happy Teddy Bear Day

Happy Teddy Bear Day
"Age simply doesn't enter into it! The older the friend, the more he is valued, particularly when he shows so visibly the characteristics that we all look for in friends. You have only to look at a genuine teddy's face to see at once the loyalty, common sense, and above all, dependability behind it." 
-Peter Bull 
http://www.iloveteddies.com/documents/document_887.php

I wonder why it seems so difficult to find information about this from independent sources. I tried googling and wikkipediaing both GIC and Keshe. The foundations and related ideas are interesting to be sure but the difficulty of finding info from outside sources is downright fascinating. My conspiracy theory radar is going nuts...

I wonder why it seems so difficult to find information about this from independent sources. I tried googling and wikkipediaing both GIC and Keshe. The foundations and related ideas are interesting to  be sure but the difficulty of finding info from outside sources is downright fascinating. My conspiracy theory radar is going nuts...
http://www.thegic.org/video/the-greatest-disclosure-event-ever-to-be-released-to-the-world#ixzz25uoU1maR

Here is a link to the "long" post. A sad tale of a man betrayed and used.

Here is a link to the "long" post. A sad tale of a man betrayed and used.
 http://paolojohngronow.blogspot.com/2012/09/to-people-of-porsgrunn-and-customers-of.html

Originally shared by Paolo John Filippucci Gronow
http://paolojohngronow.blogspot.com/2012/09/if-anyone-can-help-please-be-in-touch.html

Hi Bliss

Hi Bliss

Originally shared by Bliss Morgan

Ladies and gentlemen and inbetweeners and everybuggy! ***** (Amelia S., if that gets starred out) sent me an email this morning saying that she discovered today her account has been suspended. So those of you who have noticed she stopped posting? That's why.

She's working on getting it fixed. hopes

But FYI: No, she hasn't dropped off the planet.

Do reshare this for folks she has circled who don't follow me. Thanks!

#caturday Because Poe...

#caturday  Because  Poe...
http://www.retronaut.co/2011/11/black-cat-auditions-in-hollywood-1961/

#caturday

#caturday  
My #1 rule for happy cats - Keep them off of Facebook !
http://www.catalystcouncil.org/newsroom/?Id=92

I can't believe I wasted a whole week of Honey Month !

I can't believe I wasted a whole week of Honey Month !
(btw - that stuff you get in the grocery store - not the real deal) 
http://www.honey.com/nhb/features/blog-comments/september-is-national-honey-month/

Did you know that its Save the Koala Month ?

Did you know that its Save the Koala Month ?
https://www.savethekoala.com/

Good night everybody - sweet dreams...

Good night everybody - sweet dreams...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSLItfJicQE

https://www.google.com/ *It's Star Treks Birthday and Googles too !*

https://www.google.com/
*It's Star Treks Birthday and Googles too !*

newbies - (click on link and then click on the little balloons - then, oh you'll figure it out)

Google

https://www.google.com/

14 years old.... I wonder how many people will use Google who are younger than that ???

14 years old.... I wonder how many people will use Google who are younger than that ???
http://www.mnn.com/green-tech/computers/stories/what-is-google-commemoration-day

I heard they cut it down. I hope I heard wrong :(

I heard they cut it down. I hope I heard wrong :(
http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2012/sep/05/tennessee-shuts-down-ministers-treehouse-declares-/?breakingnews

I believe in Bacon

I believe in Bacon
 "It is true, that a little philosophy inclineth man’s mind to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men's minds about to religion; for while the mind of man looketh upon second causes scattered, it may sometimes rest in them, and go no further; but when it beholdeth the chain of them confederate, and linked together, it must needs fly to Providence and Deity."

You too can be a pundit

You too can be a pundit
Don't listen to the talking head. Read it in the original.
http://www.democrats.org/democratic-national-platform

Title

Sacred Flower of the Incas #sacredsunday

Sacred Flower of the Incas #sacredsunday  
The Inca legend associated with the Cantua is the tale of two kings named Illimani and Illampu, and their sons. Both kings were powerful and wealthy rulers of a vast country in the Kollasuyo region (today's Bolivian Altiplano), and each had a beloved son whom the people held in great esteem. But as time passed, the kings became irritated at each other's prosperity, and eventually one of them attacked the other.
During the battle, the two kings mortally wounded each other, and were carried away. Each on his dying bed called his son and had him vow to avenge him, even if each son had been opposed to the war in the first place. Bound by their pledge, the sons prepared and led a second war even though they held no grudge against each other. History repeated, and each son inflicted a fatal wound on the other.
But instead of harsh words, the dying sons generously forgave each other, and asked that their servants place them side by side on the green grass of the battlefield. Then appeared Pachamama, Goddess of Fertility, who told the young kings before they died that they shouldn't have suffered from their fathers' unjustified enmity. To punish their dead fathers, their stars fell from the sky, and became the snow-covered mountains still named Illimani and Illampu, which are the highest peaks in the region.
The rivers of their slowly-melting snow are their tears of regret, and fertilize the valleys. The Cantua bloom symbolizes the people's unity, and bears the colours of the two kings' sons (red and yellow), as well as green (standing for hope).

More Muddy Roots Music

More Muddy Roots Music
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tkx3FtNytc

Blue Moon

Blue Moon
I'd like to take credit for this beautiful shot - but thanks to the beautiful Hope Jones for this.

I would like to thank a "higher power" for this great long weekend off. Individuals acting independently in their own interests owe so much from health, wealth and family time to the brave ones who went before us. Good hard working people who banded together to make things better for themselves, each other and the economy and country as a whole. Thank You to the labor unions of America.

I would like to thank a "higher power" for this great long weekend off. Individuals acting independently in their own interests owe so much from health, wealth and family time to the brave ones who went before us. Good hard working people who banded together to make things better for themselves, each other and the economy and country as a whole. Thank You to the labor unions of America.

#caturday This rather unique (and slightly bizarre) celebration of feline frolics is the first time a festival has been dedicated to kitties.

#caturday   This rather unique (and slightly bizarre) celebration of feline frolics is the first time a festival has been dedicated to kitties.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2171807/Forget-Sundance-important-event-culture-calendar-year-Cat-Video-Film-Festival.html