Ok, I understand nuclear weapons stockpiles, and natural catastrophes... but "killer robots"? Isn't the doomsday clock supposed to indicate how close we are to global disaster? How does "killer robots" enter in exactly? I mean in the real world, not in the Terminator universe.
Hey, you keep your hands off my killer robot! Look, he's soooo cuuuuute! The ladies really go for the whole killer robot thing, you know. They are so dark and mysterious, and it goes without saying that they imbue their geek masters with irresistable sexiness.
So yeah, killer robots w00t!... what was the question again?
Perhaps I misread your post, but you appeared to be mocking people who defend gun rights on the ground of personal freedoms. Were you being sincere?
but obviously things have gone badly off the rails in the US
I dont think thats the case at all, at least not regarding gun deaths.
Actually, YES, I was indeed mocking the ridiculous defenders of the 2nd Amendment. Much mocking has been earned! I live in NC, where the infinitely wise state govt. has decided it's a good thing to allow more guns on campuses, along with a host of other batshit crazy laws. But I digress. My chances of effectively defending myself with a firearm are pretty slim. I was once held up at gunpoint as a teen, and if I had attempted to pull a gun out of my holster/pants/whatever, I would have been killed. The "what if" scenarios are pretty farfetched. The chances of my killing myself or someone else, either carelessly or in an episode of mental illness (see also: yesterday's cinema murder of a patron texting during film previews) are far greater.
So yes, I too fear government overreach, but not enough to actually own a firearm. Do you think the "militia" has the power to take on the police and military? Ha.
My cynicism is directed at those who oppose logical and reasonable restrictions on guns (universal registration and background checks for starters)
The problem is that progressives like you want "logical and reasonable restrictions" for "starters". The ultimate goal is full prohibition.
How do you know that? The problem is that "conservatives like you" think they know what "progressives like me" really think. I read about a guy in Chicago who was banned from owning a gun legally (city law? I don't recall..) and his story sounds perfectly reasonable. He needs a gun for his protection. Fine. I have no problem with that. He went to court and won actually. And in this story, sadly, no law would have prevented this meathead ex-cop from owning a gun. I have no solution. But one thing I know for certain: the current NRA position, where no regulation is a good regulation, is insane.
On a more serious note: Perhaps your L-curve economy and NSA is indicative that whoever is in power need no army to sway the populous.
Also - dont bother - I'll do it for you: "Anti-gun?.. and did he say L-curve economy? I guess he must be a nannystate-Commie."
Why use an army when a talk show will sway them?
People have gone fucking insane here. I have no idea....
If your argument against personal freedoms boils down to "bad people will misuse those freedoms", then we might as well get rid of the entire bill of rights (except perhaps the third, 9th, and tenth amendments). All of those protections "help" bad people to some degree, so we should just abolish them.
I have not argued "against personal freedoms" at all. My cynicism is directed at those who oppose logical and reasonable restrictions on guns (universal registration and background checks for starters). I am not going to propose more specific restrictions, but obviously things have gone badly off the rails in the US. Some major changes are called for, based on the current state of gun violence. However, our lords of the gun industry will have hear of such things.
Hi. Here are a few thoughts. Firstly, be sure you have your sleep issues addressed. Second, some nutritional supplements can aid with memory (some or all of this may be bullshit, but at least be sure you are getting balanced nutrition to rule this out as a source of problems). Next up.. there are lots of tricks and techniques you can use to systematically improve your memory. One method we studied years ago was Memory Power, by Harry Lorayne. There are loads of other programs, but this was the one we happened to choose and it works pretty well. We didn't put it to full use, but still have the basic techniques at our disposal and they are very useful. Some of the keys are employing visualization and mnemonic techniques to make things "stick" better.
My favorite is when cracking/hacking is shown to be ridiculously easy. As in: leet hacker guy types a few characters and clicks this one thing...and.....WE'RE IN!
Actually, it almost always works on the third try.
Salaries are basically a con. A business will pay you as little as they think you will accept. There are skillset supply and demand constraints, local market conditions, and whatever else is in your salary history. If a business you worked for 10 years ago wasn't doing well and hence didn't give decent raises, future employers use this as fodder for justifying paying you less than another person who managed to market themselves into a higher wage position.
What about the rights of the lonely arch villan? What about him/her/it? Surely you don't expect us to follow the speed limits when MI-5 and the like are trailing us. Oh damn, there goes my cover again..
So dude! You are ready to roll with the band! I don't know your tastes, but there is a well worn path to attractiveness for we "geeks". DEVO is a best example I can think of. You don't have to be good, just willing to roll with it. Put together an hour long set and start gigging. You will meet people, guaranteed. Even if your music is shite,:-)
Hmm. OK, try this:
- Go easy on the "I'm a gamer" thing. Women of a certain age will rarely "get it", so you can mention it in passing on your profile, but wait until you meet to fully divulge.
- New hobby! I highly recommend yoga, not only for the exercise, but the m/f ratio is always going to be in your favor.
- One thing that I discovered is that women really appreciate a guy who can hold a conversation and be interesting, interested, and not a jerk. Apparently this is not so common. So... try ToastMasters or something.
"Girls want guys with skills.." - Napolean Dynamite
Most importantly, don't give up if it's important to you. Try new things that bring you in contact with people you may want to meet. Volunteer. Start a band!
Anyway, good luck,
d
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Ok, I understand nuclear weapons stockpiles, and natural catastrophes... but "killer robots"? Isn't the doomsday clock supposed to indicate how close we are to global disaster? How does "killer robots" enter in exactly? I mean in the real world, not in the Terminator universe.
Hey, you keep your hands off my killer robot! Look, he's soooo cuuuuute! The ladies really go for the whole killer robot thing, you know. They are so dark and mysterious, and it goes without saying that they imbue their geek masters with irresistable sexiness.
So yeah, killer robots w00t! ... what was the question again?
Perhaps I misread your post, but you appeared to be mocking people who defend gun rights on the ground of personal freedoms. Were you being sincere?
but obviously things have gone badly off the rails in the US
I dont think thats the case at all, at least not regarding gun deaths.
Actually, YES, I was indeed mocking the ridiculous defenders of the 2nd Amendment. Much mocking has been earned! I live in NC, where the infinitely wise state govt. has decided it's a good thing to allow more guns on campuses, along with a host of other batshit crazy laws. But I digress. My chances of effectively defending myself with a firearm are pretty slim. I was once held up at gunpoint as a teen, and if I had attempted to pull a gun out of my holster/pants/whatever, I would have been killed. The "what if" scenarios are pretty farfetched. The chances of my killing myself or someone else, either carelessly or in an episode of mental illness (see also: yesterday's cinema murder of a patron texting during film previews) are far greater.
So yes, I too fear government overreach, but not enough to actually own a firearm. Do you think the "militia" has the power to take on the police and military? Ha.
Anyway, fear up..
Good list!
The problem is that progressives like you want "logical and reasonable restrictions" for "starters". The ultimate goal is full prohibition.
How do you know that? The problem is that "conservatives like you" think they know what "progressives like me" really think. I read about a guy in Chicago who was banned from owning a gun legally (city law? I don't recall..) and his story sounds perfectly reasonable. He needs a gun for his protection. Fine. I have no problem with that. He went to court and won actually. And in this story, sadly, no law would have prevented this meathead ex-cop from owning a gun. I have no solution. But one thing I know for certain: the current NRA position, where no regulation is a good regulation, is insane.
On a more serious note: Perhaps your L-curve economy and NSA is indicative that whoever is in power need no army to sway the populous. Also - dont bother - I'll do it for you: "Anti-gun?.. and did he say L-curve economy? I guess he must be a nannystate-Commie."
Why use an army when a talk show will sway them? People have gone fucking insane here. I have no idea....
If your argument against personal freedoms boils down to "bad people will misuse those freedoms", then we might as well get rid of the entire bill of rights (except perhaps the third, 9th, and tenth amendments). All of those protections "help" bad people to some degree, so we should just abolish them.
I have not argued "against personal freedoms" at all. My cynicism is directed at those who oppose logical and reasonable restrictions on guns (universal registration and background checks for starters). I am not going to propose more specific restrictions, but obviously things have gone badly off the rails in the US. Some major changes are called for, based on the current state of gun violence. However, our lords of the gun industry will have hear of such things.
You just described a business transaction, not a con.
In Lefty-World, they're the same thing.
Sure, but the con part is that they can get you to work for less than you are worth. It is what it is..
http://www.harrylorayne.com/
Lastly, don't be discouraged. We can make incremental and even revolutionary improvements at any age.
Good luck!
My favorite is when cracking/hacking is shown to be ridiculously easy. As in: leet hacker guy types a few characters and clicks this one thing...and.....WE'RE IN!
Actually, it almost always works on the third try.
Because freedom!
An Oracle executive, sales manager and human resources manager walk into a court room...
Penguin.
So it goes..
d
What about the rights of the lonely arch villan? What about him/her/it? Surely you don't expect us to follow the speed limits when MI-5 and the like are trailing us. Oh damn, there goes my cover again..
I'm thinking mauve. Definitely mauve. All leather interiors too. Because, freedom!
Aha! We have found you! (cue rapellers dropping from the ceiling and dangerous music).
Now mod me up... bitchez! lolz.. You gotta admit I had you there for a moment, right?
Forget the super volcano, there's a typo in the title!
Quiet! That typo could be enough to trigger it!
Seeing your gripe at Asimov's article I am very curious... What are your predictions for 2064?
The Year of Linux on the Desktop?
Microsoft will release a crappy OS, but after the patch it will be slightly less crappy.
So dude! You are ready to roll with the band! I don't know your tastes, but there is a well worn path to attractiveness for we "geeks". DEVO is a best example I can think of. You don't have to be good, just willing to roll with it. Put together an hour long set and start gigging. You will meet people, guaranteed. Even if your music is shite, :-)
Above all, be interesting.
Hmm. OK, try this: - Go easy on the "I'm a gamer" thing. Women of a certain age will rarely "get it", so you can mention it in passing on your profile, but wait until you meet to fully divulge. - New hobby! I highly recommend yoga, not only for the exercise, but the m/f ratio is always going to be in your favor. - One thing that I discovered is that women really appreciate a guy who can hold a conversation and be interesting, interested, and not a jerk. Apparently this is not so common. So... try ToastMasters or something. "Girls want guys with skills.." - Napolean Dynamite Most importantly, don't give up if it's important to you. Try new things that bring you in contact with people you may want to meet. Volunteer. Start a band! Anyway, good luck, d
Well, it all depends... Are you People's Front of Judea? .. or Judean People's Front?