The Random Ramblings of An Old Soldier ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

God, country, selfless service, duty, honor, family. I have, and will, fight to protect and defend all of the above. My avatar is the 66th Armor Regiment crest. The 66th is the oldest tank unit in the Army, having been formed during World War I in 1918. I’m a proud life member of the regiment, and veteran of two combat deployments with them. I participated in over 400 combat missions with the 1st Battalion 66th Armored Regiment in Iraq. Semper Fidelis- Always Into the Enemy!! Guns, military, politics, tanks, trucks and hunting. Occasionally NSFW. Enter at your own risk. If your offended by the contents herein, cry to momma. Not me. Asks and messaging welcome, please keep it civil, and I will return the favor! Sure I am of this, that you have only to endure to conquer. – Winston Churchill

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June 6, 1944.  D-day.

Let’s make sure history never forgets The Greatest Generation.

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RESPECT

HONOR

NEVER FORGET

[odyver]

alright I've got to do some quick math to explain attitudes towards AI to my boss.

we're looking to create an AI policy, and when we were talking about this, my boss (older millennial) was genuinely shocked to hear that younger people do not (seem) to view AI positively (a la the recent commencement speakers being booed)

please rb for larger sample size!

Question 1/3

What is your age, and do you feel AI is a net positive or net negative in our lives today?

under 18, AI is a net positive

under 18, AI is a net negative

18-29, AI is a net positive

18-29, AI is a net negative

30-45, AI is a net positive

30-45, AI is a net negative

46-60, AI is a net positive

46-60, AI is a net negative

over 60, AI is a net postive

over 60, AI is a net negative

Voting ended onJun 11

[odyver]

Question 2/3

How often do you visit or interact with museums/archives (whether in person or online)?

Frequently (multiple times per month)

Often (multiple times per year)

Occasionally (a couple times per year)

Rarely (once every couple of years)

Never :(

Voting ended onJun 11

[odyver]

Question 3/3

If you saw a museum was using AI in exhibits, marketing, research, etc., would you be more or less inclined to visit that museum?

under 18, more inclined

under 18, less inclined

18-29, more inclined

18-29, less inclined

30-45, more inclined

30-45, less inclined

46-60, more inclined

46-60, less inclined

over 60, more inclined

over 60, less inclined

Voting ended onJun 11

Thank you for helping with this data collection. Please rb for as big a sample as possible!

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[eraserdude6226]

I am so not looking forward to this time when my pupper gets older. I haven't lost a dog since I was like 10 years old. So when my pupper goes, I know I'm gonna be devastated!!

Luckily, her just turned two so I have some time - I hope!!

[crustyoltanker]

I’ve lost two in the last few months; one 16 years old, the other 14. I’ve never cried that hard for a loved one. I think it’s because dogs love us unconditionally, and no matter how they are- people always are conditional. It’s not really a bad thing, it just is.

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BILLY BOB THORNTON EXPLAINS WHY CLEAN ENERGY IS A MYTH – LANDMAN

ABIOGENIC THEORY – THE DEEP HOT BIOSPHERE – THOMAS GOLD

ABIOGENIC THEORY refers to the HYPOTHESIS that certain NATURAL RESOURCES, like PETROLEUM, can originate from NON-LIVING, INORGANIC PROCESSES rather than from the DECOMPOSITION of ANCIENT ORGANIC MATTER.

THE DEEP HOT BIOSPHERE is a SIGNIFICANT BOOK by THOMAS GOLD that challenges CONVENTIONAL VIEWS on the origins of OIL and GAS.

THOMAS GOLD, an Austrian-born ASTROPHYSICIST, presents an ABIOGENIC THEORY that suggests HYDROCARBONS are not merely the result of DECAYED ORGANIC MATTER but are instead formed through ABIOGENIC PROCESSES deep within the EARTH.

KEY CONCEPTS

SUBTERRANEAN ECOSYSTEM

THOMAS GOLD posits that beneath the EARTH’S SURFACE exists a VAST ECOSYSTEM of HEAT-LOVING BACTERIA.

This ECOSYSTEM is believed to be larger than the BIOSPHERE that exists on the SURFACE of the EARTH.

ORIGIN OF HYDROCARBONS

The BOOK argues that OIL and GAS are derived from DEEP GEOLOGICAL PROCESSES rather than from the DECOMPOSITION of ANCIENT ORGANIC MATERIALS.

THOMAS GOLD suggests that the PRESENCE of BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES in OIL does not indicate a BIOLOGICAL ORIGIN but rather CONTAMINATION.

ROLE IN THE ORIGIN OF LIFE

THOMAS GOLD theorizes that these DEEP MICROBES may have been crucial in the DEVELOPMENT OF LIFE on EARTH.

He proposes that LIFE on the SURFACE evolved from these PRIMITIVE BACTERIA that originated in the DEPTHS of the EARTH.

IMPLICATIONS OF THOMAS GOLD’S THEORY

ASPECT

DESCRIPTION

ENERGY RESOURCES

Suggests that OIL RESERVES are more abundant than previously thought.

LIFE BEYOND EARTH

Implies that EXTRATERRESTRIAL LIFE may exist in similar SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS on other PLANETS.

SCIENTIFIC CONTROVERSY

THOMAS GOLD’S IDEAS have sparked DEBATE among GEOLOGISTS and SCIENTISTS, challenging ESTABLISHED THEORIES about FOSSIL FUELS.

THOMAS GOLD’S BOOK encourages a REEVALUATION of how we understand both the EARTH’S GEOLOGY and the potential for LIFE beyond our PLANET.

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💯

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Hear, hear

[rangerdad1]

[angstymilfy]

You only THINK you hate Democrats enough….🤬

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[leyenra8]

THE RISE OF SEED OILS

THE SHIFT IN DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS

 PRE-1950 HEALTH LANDSCAPE 

HEART DISEASE: Uncommon in AMERICA.

OBESITY RATES: Below 10% of the POPULATION.

THE RISE OF SEED OILS 

PROMOTION OF SEED OILS: Marketed as HEART-HEALTHY alternatives.

VILIFICATION OF SATURATED FATS: Foods like BUTTER were labeled as UNHEALTHY.

CONSEQUENCES OF DIETARY CHANGES 

HEALTH CRISIS EMERGENCE 

OBESITY: Rates surged dramatically after the shift in DIETARY GUIDELINES.

DIABETES: Increased prevalence linked to higher carbohydrate intake from LOW-FAT DIETS.

HEART DISEASE: Significant rise in cases, correlating with the increased consumption of SEED OILS.

SUMMARY OF IMPACT 

The DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS that emerged POST-1950, which favored SEED OILS over SATURATED FATS, contributed to a public HEALTH CRISIS characterized by rising rates of OBESITY, DIABETES, and HEART DISEASE.

This shift marked a significant change in AMERICAN DIETARY HABITS and HEALTH OUTCOMES.

[leyenra8]

200M+ VIEWS – THE MOST WATCHED BEE REMOVAL THAT CHANGED MY LIFE – ERIKA THOMPSON

ERIKA THOMPSON, FOUNDER of TEXAS BEEWORKS, has gone VIRAL on TIKTOK with her method of removing BEES from HIVES with her BARE HANDS and no PROTECTIVE SUIT.

MEET THE BEEKEEPER WHO SCOOPS BEES WITH HER BARE HANDS

ERIKA THOMPSON tells TODAY “THE BEEKEEPER GEAR IS BIG AND BULKY” and that the BEES in the VIDEO were “VERY NICE BEES”.

BEES PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN OUR ECOSYSTEM AND FOOD PRODUCTION – THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS ARE VITAL FOR BOTH HUMAN HEALTH AND AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIES

POLLINATION

BEES are responsible for POLLINATING about one-third of the FOOD we consume, including:

FRUITS (e.g., apples, berries)

VEGETABLES (e.g., carrots, cucumbers)

NUTS (e.g., almonds, walnuts)

This POLLINATION is essential for the REPRODUCTION of FLOWERING PLANTS, which supports BIODIVERSITY and healthy ECOSYSTEMS.

ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION

The AGRICULTURAL VALUE added by BEES is significant:

They contribute over $15 BILLION annually to U.S. CROP PRODUCTION.

Their POLLINATION services enhance CROP YIELDS, making FOOD PRODUCTION more EFFICIENT and SUSTAINABLE.

BIODIVERSITY SUPPORT

By aiding in the REPRODUCTION of FLOWERING PLANTS, BEES help maintain BIODIVERSITY. This is crucial for:

Healthy ECOSYSTEMS that support various WILDLIFE.

The overall BALANCE of NATURAL HABITATS.

BEES are not just important for FOOD PRODUCTION; they are integral to maintaining the HEALTH of our ENVIRONMENT and ECOSYSTEMS.

Their DECLINE poses a SERIOUS THREAT to FOOD SECURITY and BIODIVERSITY.