My attempt at baking dog biscuits today went sideways.
I didn't use my usual recipe and paid for that with gooey dough that could only be formed into these "mounds" that look like something that comes out of the backend of a dog rather than something that goes into the front end.
Over the years I've saved articles that were of interest to me as I grew older. Now that I'm 71 they're speaking to me louder than before. I'd like to share them with you in hopes they may enlighten of comfort you.
"You're going to die; How to deal with it."
http://lifehacker.com/youre-going-to-die-heres-how-to-deal-with-it-1791498957
"Between Solitude and Loneliness"
"Why does time seem to move faster as we grow older"
"How to die"
https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2017/10/how-to-die/537906/
Last night a majority of Americans told the men and women in Arlington and cemetaries across the country that they died in vain. That their sacrifice wasn't necessary, that their lives don't matter.
I've never been more ashamed of this country than I am now.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the greatest people in the world—I’m here to talk about something nobody’s ever thought of before, something so incredible, so amazing, only a true patriot could make it happen. I’m talking about something that will change the course of history, something that will make America prouder, stronger, and—dare I say—fluffier than ever before!
Now, listen up. I love dogs. Everybody loves dogs! They’re loyal, they’re brave, they’re always there for us, and, folks, let’s be real—they’re probably better judges of character than some people out there, if you know what I mean. The loyalty of a dog, folks, unmatched. And believe me, a lot of people have told me, ‘Sir, dogs are just fantastic Americans.’ And I said, ‘Well, why aren’t we treating them like it?’
So here’s what I’m pledging today: When I am re-elected, every dog in this great nation—yes, every good boy and girl—will become a full citizen of the United States of America! That’s right, they’re gonna have rights! They’re gonna have privileges! And get ready for this, folks, because you’ve never heard this before—they are going to have the right to vote!
I know, I know—some people will say it’s wild, that it’s crazy, that it’s too ambitious. But who would’ve thought a guy like me could become president in the first place? If we can make America great again, we can certainly give our canine friends a say in the future of our great country.
Think of the possibilities: dogs voting on laws that matter to them—on better parks, on more treats, on protection of their freedoms. It’s time we take care of the dogs that have taken care of us. And you can trust they’ll be voting for the right side of history. They won’t be swayed by fake news, folks. They see right through it! The dogs are sharp—they know who’s got their best interests at heart.
So let’s make this happen. Let’s make every dog an American, let’s get them to the polls, and let’s show the world that in America, loyalty is rewarded, citizenship is honored, and everyone—even our four-legged friends—has a voice! Thank you, God bless you, and God bless our American dogs!”
Having recently listened to a video non-debate between Matt Dillahunty and Destiny, I've revised my opinion on abortions.
I no longer think abortions should be the all-in-all argument.
It's bodily autonomy.
No one can do anything to another person that deprives that person of their bodily autonomy. Your body is your own. You decide what you do with it.
There are arguments to be made for exceptions to bodily autonomy. To defend that position does cause one to hold some very radical views.
Even so, I think the position is worth defending. We do need to cooperate with others in order to preserve a society. But that can be done while respecting our bodily autonomy.
In my 70 years I have:
We have a problem in this country that keeps us from enacting reforms that would make us safer and the planet more healthy.
NIMBY
No one is concerned about regulations on industries unless they're in those industries, then all of a sudden the government becomes Big Brother and the Deep State is after our freedoms. A minority of Americans don't care about the First Amendment but refuse to allow modifications to the Second. Self-interest combined with greed.
Reforms require sacrifice.
