What % do you think obesity contributes to the health problems in our...
Thought we could use a thread about fitness/health. I got an Echo-cardiogram this morning - no issues - just as a precaution. Will get a stress test done next month. Again - no issues or episodes -...
View ArticleInteresting Science Stuff
For all of us science nerds, geeks, and weirdos - here's a thread to post about anything that is related to the sciences. Bazza has the space thread going so space stuff can (probably should?) still go...
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Space - the final frontier (Misc.) II
Wow...almost 4 years have gone by since I started the original SPACE thread. There's a lot of cool space stuff going on right now. Here's a friend's pic of that night launch Tuesday of the Falcon 9...
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Bicycle Riders #2
rode right under this funny looking bird outside of asheville a couple of weeks ago. it was at a trail junction at the top of a long, rocky climb. i was cussing at my friend in regards to his route...
View Article2025-They died this year
Wayne Osmond 73, who rose to fame as a member of his family singing act, The Osmond Brothers, has died.
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Interesting find in genealogy
Okay, this is out of left field but I found this this weekend and thought i would share. In doing my family history, I found I am descended from (among other things) the French royal governor of Acadia...
View ArticleOpinions on SofaBaton?
We have a more traditional home theater system, with several components: Samsung TV, a region-free BluRay, a CD player (with USB capability), turntable and cable. All run through a Bose Acoustimass 6.1...
View ArticleESPN 8 - The Ocho - Is it real?
I’m on ESPN right now. It’s the Stone Skipping Championships. It says ESPN 8 in between throws
View ArticleInteresting Facts
Thirteen U.S. states are located completely north of Mexico and south of Canada. The red dots represent the southernmost point of Canada and the northernmost point of Mexico... Interesting Facts
View ArticleGoogle to start using QR Code Authentication
Just read this and though others might be interested. Google to introduce QR code authentication for Gmail instead of SMS I use Gmail for large files, but I do not send anything I do not want the...
View ArticleRIP Gene Hackman
COB: Crew present and accounted for, Sir! Ramsey: Little ducks, there's trouble in Russia. So they called us. And we're going over there and bringing the most lethal killing machine ever devised. We're...
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cutting the cord / streaming tv thread
Since the Sling post on Football forum has drifted to a general dump cable/satellite discussion, thought it might be appropriate here. Plus, i have almost reached my limit with Charter/Bham, so...
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Benificial Ownership Report - Filing Requirement
I got an email from my accountant today about this. If you have an LLC, etc you are required to file with the Treasury Department. Late fees are steep. From his email below. BOI Report – Beneficial...
View ArticleDaylight Savings Time Tomorrow: Keep it? Dump it? change it?
Daylight Savings Time starts tomorrow. Kiss an hour of sleep good bye. I'm tired of it. Let's just keep the clocks on standard time all year. Back in the 70's we tried to go year round with DST, having...
View Articleanyone know any residential contractors in Alabama?
Looking for a contractor for my niece. Anybody know a good one that isn't too busy right now?
View ArticleHeadphone recommendation
I'm looking for a headphone with noise cancelling and Bluetooth capabilities. I plan to use them while working on my tractor so they need to be able to provide good noise reduction and last 3 to 4...
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Number of people online!
I've never paid much attention to the section in the main forum list that shows which members are currently online. A moment ago, there were only 27 members and 3,051 guest! I had no idea there were...
View ArticleRetirement
After 38 years in education as a teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal, I turned in my official notice of retirement this morning. 1984-1985 was my first year teaching a 4th grade class at...
View ArticleCan anyone here read Japanese?
A family member has an old sword with Japanese writing on it. Every time he submits the writing to one of those apps to translate, it says something else.
View ArticleAmazon Will Listen to All Your Voice Recordings If You Use Alexa+
For the life of me I'll never understand why people buy these things, but just in case you do have one, you should read this... "The 'Do Not Send Voice Recordings' setting on Alexa is being...
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The Greatest Generation......
Captain Tom Moore's NHS appeal tops £32m on 100th birthday They just don't make them like this anymore.....
View Article2020 National Championship ring for sale on eBay
Why would anyone sell a ring they worked so hard to earn, that has so much meaning to the rest of the Alabama world? Money problems? It lost its meaning to its owner? The going price is $7,500. A...
View ArticleSpace X Crew 9 coming home - live streaming......
Worth it's own thread!!! Watch with us as the four members of NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 mission—NASA astronauts Nick Hague, Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, and cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov—return to Earth....
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How was your Spring Break?
Just finishing up Lily's Spring Break. I took the past week off and spent the first half of last week with the family in Naples, the Everglades, and Miami. The highlight was a couple of airboat tours.
View ArticleElderly care - Assisted Living
I did a search but didn't find a dedicated thread for this topic.....but did find many interesting posts that touched on the subject. Maybe worth looking into if you have the time or interest. For now...
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23andMe files for bankruptcy, customers advised to delete DNA data
This is one of those things I cannot understand people doing, but lots of people did. 23andMe files for bankruptcy, customers advised to delete DNA data California-based genetic testing provider...
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Your window on the world? - Part 1
Saw something like this on a travel blog where people were posting a "view from their window" just looking out through an interesting window from their home. Thought this could be an interesting thread...
View ArticleUsing AI to animate historical photos
I have started to find videos someone has created using an historical photo and AI to animate the image. The videos animate both the subjects within the frame and the camera itself, so the camera in...
View ArticleYour window on your world? - Part 2
This is a continuation of Your Window on the World - PART 1 - a thread started a few years ago! Context: Saw something like this on a travel blog where people were posting a "view from their window"...
View ArticleMedical mission in Bolivia
I've been out of pocket a couple of weeks because my wife has been away on a medical mission, so I've had to pick up the slack caring for my MIL and running our side business. Anyway, just wanted to...
View ArticleWhere Can You Get A Good Hotdog (not a chain)
I like a hotdog every now and then. I’m pretty simple with the condiments, yellow mustard, dill pickle slices and chili (sauce in Ohio). Where is a good place to get a hotdog that IS NOT a chain...
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If you're looking for a great car for your child or spouse - on B.a.T. - '97...
Located in Delaware. Same as mine except mine is White and has a 5 speed stick....this one a 4 speed automatic (probably better for most) and a really sweet color of "Pewter Silver". 5 cylinder, 2.4L...
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New excuse for being late to work: bear in the parking lot
So, my path on the penultimate street to my building was blocked by two sheriff's cars. I take the detour to circle around to find another roadblock in front of the gate to my building. The deputy...
View ArticleWhy do young people still pick up smoking?
Saw a young lady today smoking. Not vaping, an actual cigarette. I was sort of taken aback. With all that’s known about smoking I don’t understand how someone would even pick it up anymore. I know that...
View ArticleThe Giacomo Turra music stealing/miming scandal
Has anyone heard about this current scandal? I don't know if any of you have heard of this current scandal from a youtuber/instagramer who has been miming performances and also "stealing" other artists...
View ArticleQuestion about a Friend's Funeral
A friend of mine, (nice guy, classmate from high school, veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division, just retired from the National Park Service) passed away tragically with his wife in a car crash. They...
View ArticleQuotes / stories that inspire you or motivate you to be better
I run across quotes from time to time that keep me focused on being better in various aspects of my life - for whatever reason, great quotes just resonate with me and help me to remain focused on...
View ArticleQuestion about a parent with dementia
So, I've mentioned before that my mom has dementia and is in an assisted living community. I'll be moving her to a now place this weekend. Her behavior has become progressively worse recently. Her core...
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Waikiki Longboarding, The Future
Summer will be here soon. Still a long ways until football starts back up. It's OK - time will go by - in fact.....it will fly by, as they say. We have some good surf here - not like in Hawaii but fun...
View ArticleRiver Cruise
My wife is retiring on the first of November. She has been wanting to see the European Christmas markets and we have both wanted to do a river cruise. We are looking at an eight day cruise from...
View ArticleNew seat arrangements on airplanes (two levels of seats)
I thought this was interesting. Airline seats two levels. I have always thought that an airliners has a lot of wasted space overhead, even with the overhead storage bins. While space between my knees...
View ArticlePlease stop bathing in fragrance
People have gone nuts with all the scents. Cologne, perfume, extra heavy smells in the laundry, candles, plug in’s, etc. Some folks have breathing issues and this stuff strangles them. I’m sitting in a...
View ArticleNew UA Car Tags Available in 6/1/25.
Finally a new design that will be easier to distinguish, with an old school touch. CLICK
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