Porthole

August 10 - 11

I told Robert: "I am a descendent of those that survived the plague that decimated Scandinavia. Whether I am descended from the original inhabitants or those who moved in later I may never know.

99% of a virus or bacteria may die but those that survive are stronger. The "strongest" don't kill off their host.

If humans are latter-day-microbes then they will need to learn how to not kill off their host, the Earth, to survive.

Even if only 1% continue (90 million) it will be enough for humanity to continue. Civilization? Not as we know it."

57 cool degrees under thin grey. 54 AQI. Should warm up and be a nice day.

Bryan picked up his money.

To Annette w/cc: "I think blue cases (purple cases?) should take note of site squabbles. Not to intervene but to be aware that these little brush fires can get out of hand.

Spacenook got severe blow back by not intervening in the conspiracy meme wars, then received more when they did. Hurt-feelings and misuderstandings are one thing but 'tribal' warfare is another. My D/C blog entries will wade into treacherous waters at some point. I expect some blow-back when I do.

I say this because some challenges/contests are uber-careful where they tread. 30DBC and QotD are vanilla pudding because 'someone may get upset' and they are trying to be broad based (read geared towards pre-teens and the 'pious' with or without opinions). I almost understand. I just don't agree. Much writing wells up from deep emotions... and vomit ain't never vanilla.

Another point: is it possible to make <18 members a different color case (optional?) like green... ... I only ask because there's no way to know. Some are mature writers but some seem to be quite immature.

Anyhoo... that's what I was referring to. A website worried more about the word 'shit' than shit-flinging will face challenges."

Everyone set me straight on blue cases. They do newsletters, occasionally correct item ratings. They are volunteers.

It wasn't a bad day... just somewhat worn out. Tonight I creamed cherries and cheese. Earlier today I ate rice and beans and a pork patty. I'm doing okay.

71 degrees, 69 AQI at 22:22. Quiet, barely a breeze.

AUGUST 11

58 degrees c/ 54 AQI @ 06:20.

NBC News: Feds warn of potential violence fueled by false election claims

My post "Donald Speaks at the Restoration"  has been up for hours. 13 views, 4 thumbs-up, one comment. Maybe people are speechless?

Long walk home from Trempers. Bought book on Thai language. $10. At market bought cashews and 2 peaches.

93 hot breezy degrees with an AQI of 67. Now 88 hot but breathable degrees at 7:44.

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