DECEMBER 2021

 

posted to Footless Jo (RE: #Shorts ... I am not a monster) uploaded to You Tube12/08/2021

That type of ignorant response to an amputee is exactly why early readers or audio books in kindergarten or even pre-k should contain or describe images of all types (races, abilities etc.) of humanity. Children are scared and/or curious about what looks "different" to them. The parent or guardian or teacher can explain in a controlled environment what is going on, why that person in their book looks "different". However when we don't inform children, they will ask/act out in public. Even more sad, is when these children never get to learn, to understand and grow up to be adults who are still afraid and suspicious of people who do not look like them.

posted to John Campea (RE: Matrix Resurrections) uploaded to You Tube 12/23/2021

All right I admit it, I did have a few laughs in the first 25 minutes and wondered what the **  I was watching. However this movie did hold my attention, all the actors seemed to be good, well-cast and yet I am still not sure if I can recommend it. I watched it at home, so perhaps that makes me an easier "critic". I did like the evolution of the machines, not sure AI would go that way, but that is the movie for which I might have had a stronger recommendation. Ironically for a movie where the 'bots outnumber the humans, this movie needed more time to breathe, perhaps in series format?

Posted to The Reel Rejects (RE: Matrix Resurrections) uploaded to You Tube 12/21/2021

Exactly how the movie left me (although full disclosure watched it at home on my MAC). I said to a friend, that I cannot 100% recommend it nor would I be negative about it. The first 1/2 hour almost seemed comedic, while the last 2 hours seem to move by way too fast. I wanted to see the evolution of some of the machines.  I cannot say more due to spoilers. I wanted more  backstory from Trinity. I also needed more (ironically) data concerning Neil Patrick Harris and even more cat time.Were some of those expanded, I would watch that movie. BTW yes I did wish for more clear action scenes. Hey Netflix!

Posted to Emily D. Baker (RE: Travis Scott Interview) uploaded to You Tube 12/30/2021

While Travis Scott does bear responsibility for this tragedy there are many others who bear a majority of the responsibility. Obviously Live Nation, the venue itself, the Houston police, stage managers and others paid by Scott to "run" the show. My take away from this interview, without knowing this individual, is that he is being medicated due to stress and shock. He could not seem to organize his thoughts and answer many of the questions directly. He was mostly slumped in his chair. Travis Scott deflected frequently with irrelevant comments. By not analyzing past Travis Scott concerts, those in charge of security and safety rightfully appear negligent, incompetent and reluctant to spend the money to prepare for surge behavior. It would have been so easy, admittedly more expensive, to prevent this tragedy.

https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/travis-scotts-rowdy-past-at-concerts-raises-red-flags-in-astroworld-festival-lawsuits-experts-say/

Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Dr. Phil interview w/Erin Caffey) uploaded to You Tube 07/15/2021

I think that I found the portion that the panel mentioned, around  1:22:19  there is the hint of a smile. She can never be let out of custody. At least until someone figures out how to jump start her amygdala.

NOVEMBER 2021

posted to Jimmy Kimmel Live (RE: News) uploaded November 2 2021

Maga-Libs is best hypothesis that I have heard to date concerning the origin of conspiracies along with those wacky announcements concerning the reappearance of those who cannot (or should not) come back.  BTW kudos to JKL for not identifying the party of some of the "braintrusts" currently occupying the House and the Senate as no one should encourage hate...talking to you FB (part of META) CEO.Spoiler: at least 75% of the names mentioned were NOT Democrats.

posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: News- crash caused by Henry Ruggs) uploaded November 3 2021

The average speed at 2021 Indianapolis 500 was 190.69 mph. The average speed at 2021 LeMans was  210.5 kph (130.7 mph). Mr Ruggs was clocked at 156 mph on a residential street with impact at 127 mph per data from the corvette's airbags. I would advise the court and its judge, do the math.

Posted to John Campea (RE: Lawyer regarding Rust shooting) uploaded November 3, 2021

I am not saying intentional sabotage happened or did not happen, we live in a crazy, senseless and violent world.  However the job of your attorney, if you are accused (or about to be accused) of a crime, is to create reasonable doubt; by suggestion of an alternate possibility, cross-examination of witnesses or by using social/news media.

posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Death of Mitrice Richardson) uploaded November 2 2021

I agree with Dr. Grande that what we are asking police to do in these cases, will always be lacking a satisfactory conclusion. Admittedly this happened years ago, but it proves that the police are clueless (at best) and negligent (at worst) when handling mental health issues. Police Departments need to have officers who are trained in mental health issues working along side them 24/7. This evolved police department might have saved both Mitrice Richardson and Gabby Petito.

posted to Today (RE: Rust film shooting) uploaded November 4 2021

While I would not rule out anything at this point, a defense team/attorney's job in a trial (and these social media days, in a pre-trial situation) is to prove reasonable doubt in regards to the crime/perpetrator. I believe negligence, carelessness, production's low budget (they would not even put up employees in a hotel close by set), incompetence and just plain stupidity wiped Halyna Hutchins from her life and destroyed the life of her family.

posted to Nicole Rudolph (RE: Worn historical shoes for 10 years) uploaded 11/07/2021

I live in a community that is rightfully proud of its history. Unfortunately with great history, comes great casualties. Yes, I just mangled that famous Spiderman (along with less recent individuals such as Voltaire and Winston Churchill) slogan. My area contains lots of uneven pavement ("its historical"...ugh), the dreaded cobblestones and even gravel driveways. Not sure how historical shoes would manage, but I am guessing a lot better than the destruction of various pairs of my black leather heeled boots.

posted to Observe (RE: Travis Scott) uploaded November 7 2021

Mr. Scott has had trouble at his concerts in the past. This "trouble" could have been averted with warnings by Mr. Scott to his fans and adequate security prep to investigate past concerts. This article (most were behind a paywall) mentions the 2017 concert issues https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/travis-scott-show-devastated-for-houston-astroworld-1254325/      So even without watching his body language and listening to his vocal tones and words, I believe he is sorry that he has some responsibility for this tragedy, however I wonder if he has learned anything from the 8 horrific deaths of his fans and who knows how many injuries which happened at his concert. However most of all I blame the individuals who hired him to perform without doing due diligence to provide proper security and emergency vehicles.

posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: Travis Scott) uploaded November 8, 2021

While Travis Scott has a portion of the responsibility for this tragedy so do others. Why did the concert bookers, the venue, its security force and the police of Houston not do a simple Google search of past concerts.The bad behavior and evidence is there to study. For whatever reason, Travis Scott seems clueless, this is not a defense it is just that he has not learned from past concert problems. Judging by his video apology and his girlfriend's posts they appear to live in their own reality far away from the one in which 8 young fans died so tragically and so unnecessarily. These deaths were not accidents, they happened due to negligence by people who should have known better.

Posted to Jimmy Kimmel Live (RE: Jan. 6 rioters) uploaded November 9 2021

Hearing interviews with January 6 rioters, is fascinating. After doing a weak imitation of The Purge (movie) regarding The White House, listening to the clueless, vapid, self-entitled and illogical comments from these soon to be incarcerated felons is both hysterically funny and utterly sad. Perhaps they will find their epiphany during long hours in a room without wifi, eating meals whose components are usually found in the soon to be expired food sale section of superstores and having more roommates than they have had in their entire narcissistic lives.

Posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: News) uploaded November 10 2021

I know I am "preaching to the choir", but we vaccinate and wear masks not just for ourselves, but for the health of others especially the young unvaccinated ones and the immunosuppressed ones. So so tired of politics being used to deny science. The Better Health alliance with Travis Scott and his people does make me feel a little icky. Yes every single person at the concert whether ticket holders or employees need therapy. However all this caring language and attitude was suspiciously absent BEFORE the concert happened in spite of the "rage and rush the stage" themes of Mr. Scott's previous concerts. No need to link, a Google search will bring up this history in seconds with the words: "Travis Scott past concerts crowds". Really simple, sad that the venue, Houston police, concert organizer and of course Mr. Scott himself did not educate themselves.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Aaron Rodgers football player & is anti-vaccination) 11/11/2021

Wonder if all the people at that Halloween party and news conferences will take the "full responsibility" comment at its dictionary meaning and send Mr. Rodgers any medical bills that occur as a result of being exposed to Mr. Rodgers.

BTW He attended 2 colleges and did not graduate from either (sorry may be behind a paywall)

https://www.distractify.com/p/did-aaron-rodgers-graduate-from-college

While maybe this remark may be prejudiced, unkind, unenlightened and cancel-culture oriented; I highly doubt that Mr. Rodgers is an autodidact or even knows what that term means.

Posted to Smokey Glow (RE: background of E! story participation) uploaded 11/13/2021

Good on Hannah for being such a reliable and coherent source that E! would use her so frequently throughout their show. I also like Hannah's matter-of-fact attitude in not taking anything personally and being able to laugh at herself. 

QUESTION: Is showing clips of this E! show on this You Tube channel permissible regarding copyright law or would it be claimed by E! ? It would be highly ironic if the old Smokey Glow clips (free to E!) was the reason for the claim.  

QUESTION: Did E! screen this show for a focus group (usually composed of mixed ages, sexes and ethnicities)? If so I would LOVE to know what impressions were left on the comment cards!

Posted to NatalieLawyerChick (RE: Rittenhouse Trial) uploaded 11/10/2021

I agree with other comments that the basic facts seem unassailable. A teenager brought a loaded gun, which he was neither licensed or properly trained to use, to a conflict. My assumption of insufficient training is due to the fact Mr. Rittenhouse knowingly entered an area of danger brandishing a loaded weapon as if he were a character in the game Grand Theft Auto. Pointless remarks made about the judge's abilities by the media and less than stellar casework done by the prosecution could result in Mr. Rittenhouse avoiding all charges. When prosecutors make mistakes, people like Bill Cosby go free. Having Mr. Rittenhouse appear triumphantly bounding out of the courthouse free from any criminal liability would be the last thing that this country needs.  Potentially, vigilantes could go jumping from state to state to get into confrontations as if they were jumping from level to level in a video game. It is ironic because as misguided and as unprepared as Mr. Rittenhouse was, he seemingly went there to protect not to hurt. However if he is found innocent of all charges, one can only imagine the unhinged damaged people who will follow in his footsteps.

Posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: News, Taylor Swift) uploaded 11/15/2021

Any creator, singer, artist whomever uses their lives to create art. Taylor Swift is a beautiful talented young woman. She goes on many dates. So her art is reflective of that aspect of her life. Her fans need to take a breath and get back to Defcon5. Economy, pandemic, crazy politicians and even deaths in an entertainment setting, lots of stuff to ignite a passion for change.

Posted to  A Charming Abode (RE: Lewy Body Dementia) uploaded 11/16/2021

Thank you for sharing. It is beautiful how both of you still have a sense of humor. The disturbances in sleep patterns bothers me as that deficit would exacerbate "negative" behavior in anyone, whether suffering Lewy Body Dementia or not. Delete and block the trolls, but never take them seriously. They are stuck in the terrible 2's of development and sadly may never mature. However, maybe if ignored they will go back to their caves?😉

posted to Emily D. Baker (RE: Saturday Night Life--Rittenhouse etc.) uploaded 11/18/2021

As I post this comment Rittenhouse jury is beginning their 4th day of deliberation. I am just getting Cosby prosecutor-error deja vu. The best result would be a mistrial. Get a different judge and for the sake of all that is holy get a better prosecutor. My guess is that if Rittenhouse is found guilty of any of the charges it might be: COUNT 3: FIRST-DEGREE RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING SAFETY, USE OF A DANGEROUS WEAPON (RE: the skateboard throw). I cannot make sense of the prosecution strategy unless it is some cabal to have a mistrial?  Simply because politicians cannot get any weirder, I read this:

https://floridapolitics.com/archives/474466-matt-gaetz-said-he-may-offer-internship-to-kyle-rittenhouse/      I realize this may be untrue, but sadly I believe Matt Gaetz is more than capable to doing this being totally tone-deaf as to the bigger picture of what rewarding a confused teen vigilante might unleash.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Rittenhouse verdict) uploaded to You Tube 11/19/2021

The wrong charges were filed by the prosecution. The area was full of violence with a chaotic mixture of police, protestors and rioters. This was no place for a teen fascinated by police, security guards and guns. When the charge concerning an underage person possessing a gun was dismissed, I had little hope for a guilty verdict on any of the remaining charges. With all the prosecution errors, I thought maybe a mistrial would be declared. What would have been a good outcome was a sentence of probation. This would have given a neutral party permission to officially watch and check in on Rittenhouse's habits and behavior. While his motives to go to Kenosha may have been to protect, it was a massive error. He needs structure and guidance which he obviously did not get at home or at school. Now the court considers him innocent with no further legal involvement. My hope is that he matures intellectually and emotionally enough to reconsider his actions and the consequences which led to his arrest.

posted to Smokey Glow (RE: "Going Viral") uploaded to You Tube 11/23/2021

I think that any who posts a video, unless it is privated, should expect people to comment. Where it goes off the rails, is as was said, are the cruel comments, death threats and opinions about physical appearance and/or intellect of the creator. There probably is no quick cure. Perhaps elementary schools could develop courses regarding understanding the power of social media. For the "adults" who post irrelevant and dangerous comments, I would say please be careful. If we cannot control ourselves on the internet, we may end up with a bland MySpace type social media full of legal restrictions.

OCTOBER 2021

posted on 10/01/2021 to Footless Jo (RE: Forgiveness) video uploaded to You Tube 09/30/2021

I always felt first, forgive yourself. In the sense of not blaming yourself for being the subject of abuse or trauma. Second, accept what the person did/occurrence happened. This act of acceptance does not equate it to permission or forgiveness. It allows you to not obsess, get into a tortuous loop, to move away from this "thing". This horrific thing, this person-monster, does not define YOU. As for forgiveness, that depends on so many factors. I agree with Jo, ultimately bestowing forgiveness is up to the person who experienced the trauma.

posted on 10/01/2021 to Philip DeFranco (RE: daily news) video uploaded to You Tube 09/30/2021

Admittedly the reluctance to be vaccinated is due to education and information issues, but disasters like the Opioid crisis has had a second major negative result. Many individuals have come to the conclusion that government does not properly police corporate activity and corporations themselves are first and last only concerned with profit not our safety and well-being. Hence we find ourselves in a situation with less than a majority of our population believing in the efficacy and need for national (and global) vaccination against communicable, potential deadly disease.

posted to John Campea (RE: Disney/Johansson suit settled) video uploaded to You Tube 10/01/2021

I would pay (well not 20 million) to be an invisible entity in the room during the next board and shareholder meetings with Bob Chapek. Under his watch the "well was poisoned" with every future contract Disney is involved with being subjected to intense scrutiny by potential talent. Disney cannot survive without masses of creatives (in front or behind the camera/keyboard) in their employ. Thanks to Mr. Chapek and his convoluted and isolating management structure, Disney's inventory of talent just got more difficult to employ and retain.

posted to Phil DeFranco (RE: Texas/Billie Eilish) video uploaded to You Tube 10/04/2021

Were I a Texan, I must admit moving would be in my mind, however the only long-term solution is to VOTE. Leaving areas that have laws and politicians that we dislike and disagree with is one reason why our country is so divided. My advice would be to stay, fight by voting, fight by encouraging/enabling others to vote, fight by not running away. Texas is too great a place to let it stay under the control of unintelligent, illogical, irrational and uneducated politicians.

posted to Phil DeFranco (RE: Being Cancelled) video uploaded to You Tube 10/07/2021

Argh social media, here is a list to cancel (not in any particular order): politicians who pass laws affecting our health and bodies without even a rudimentary science background, pharmaceutical companies who release drugs without proper warnings to physicians, medical facilities/insurance that force people to choose between bankruptcy and life, oil companies who ship their product in vessels that are managed incompetently producing environmental damage and finally those who feel wearing a mask shows how you vote, not how you care about the health of others.

posted to Little Adventures (RE: Guinea Pig Fighting) uploaded to You Tube 10/16/2021

While it is sometimes hard to watch, I am so glad that this process is being explained as typical and shown. Having got by the critical moment of the boss pig meets new pig, my impulse upon seeing fur pulling and teeth chattering, would have been to separate everyone. I can now see that action would only prolong the squabbling. In a perfect fantasy world, I might say that an election could sort out the herd hierarchy peacefully. However since that process often does not work with humans, I am guessing the same would apply to all species.😉

Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: review of DUNE) uploaded to You Tube 10/22/2021

While I stayed away from trailers and reviews, I have seen the older films and read through two of the books. Sadly I watched Dune at home (the IMAX version must be breathtaking), but completely enjoyed it. While I knew that they would not (and should not ) make it through the entire book in one movie, the ending was a little abrupt. I consider that a minor complaint. Denis Villeneuve truly honored the themes that Frank Herbert set up in Dune.

posted to NatalieLawyerChick (RE: Rittenhouse trial) uploaded to You Tube 10/27/2021

Intellectually I can see the judge's point, especially from a judge who has been frequently overruled in the past. Certain individuals who were in Wisconsin that day could have been called protestors, rioters, looters, arsonists depending on the situation. However Rittenhouse as a non-resident of Wisconsin who is not a member of a security service or active military is at best a vigilante and at worst a murderer.

posted to AngryJoeShow (RE: review of DUNE) uploaded to You Tube 10/22/2021

I read several of Frank Herbert's books in the Dune series, saw the (1984) movie, do not remember the tv version (lol I barely remember tv as a concept) so I have many memories of Dune. The only things that (very briefly) took me out of the movie were, some of the VERY famous stars one almost unrecognizable. The 1984 film did have a certain sense of almost theater (as in stage) along with highly decorative costumes and sets along with an over-abundance of gravitas. This Paul, even Jessica is very relatable, very human albeit with fantastic martial arts skills. Unfortunately I had to see this movie at home, but I still loved it. A side benefit to a home viewing was that I could add cc to translate all those whispers. Maybe they will rerun this movie over the summer at an IMAX? That would be great PR for future installments.

posted to NatalieLawyerChick (RE: Rust film shooting) uploaded to You Tube 10/28/2021

I agree that the armorer and the AD have criminal liability with the producers, production company, insurer having civil liability. However the discovery of all the additional live rounds (beyond the one bullet which killed the cinematographer) on set is important. It indicates that individuals/companies cannot guarantee safety from an obvious danger. So what happens next...probably laws. No one likes being told what to do, how to do your job, what is permissible, but this incident will make "free choice" less of an option when running a movie set. That fact plus insurance companies (rightfully) hiking up premium payments on movie sets will force the film industry to comply.

posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: topics) uploaded to You Tube 10/28/2021

As with Gabby Petito, this latest murder (of Ana Abulaban and her friend) indicates that mental health professionals are as important as police and legal filings. A disturbed person will not suddenly spring back to sanity with the filing of a police report and/or restraining order. Interesting with that influencer posing in a sexy manner in front of her dad's body. What bothers me more than the fact that it is a body, is the fact that it is her DAD'S body.

SEPTEMBER 201`

Posted to John Campea (RE: Bros. hesitating to sign with Disney) uploaded to You Tube 09/07/2021

We are only hearing about the A-listers. I am sure there are character actors and indie directors who have valuable talents that are also asking their agents to negotiate very carefully with Disney. Could Disney move on and try to find people who sign contracts as many of us sign off on software updates (I suspect that a certain computer maker with a certain fruit icon owns my home, my car and all my internal organs). Sure there are many unemployed actors out there, however it will diminish Disney creatively and more importantly financially if they start casting and employing talent that will not add to a particular IP.

Posted to LegalEagle/#shorts (RE: Disbarment of Trump's attorneys) uploaded to You Tube 09/08/2021

Being a pessimist circa November, 2016 I feel that too many of this group WILL be seen in court as an attorney. Disbarment is usually rare (although Tom Girardi and Rudy Giuliani would probably beg to differ). 

QUESTION TO THE EAGLE:  Can't these Krakens simply issue appeal after appeal until they are basically too old to practice law anyway?

Posted to MamaDoctor Jones (RE: Texas Anti-abortion law) Uploaded to You Tube 09/13/2021

ans. to her comment to play "nice" in the comment section:

The best way I found to "control" my children was to be consistent, logical and unemotional in times of stress. The few times that I exploded (one involved my 9 year old son dropping my hand and running across a street) resulted in my point being completely successful using only verbal input. Everyone needs to stop screaming, virtually or actually as it has evolved into a mindless static which informs no one and changes no minds.

comment section post:  This is really frightening, not just for women, but for doctors, healthcare and even the legal system in Texas. What is even worse, is that some states are considering similar laws: 

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/states-lawmakers-copy-texas-abortion-law/story?id=79818701    

As Doctor Jones has said here, all we can do is monitor the (U.S.) state laws and lawmakers in the state in which we are registered to vote. We need to be informed, educated and logical. As I type that, to be absolutely honest, all I can do is sigh.

Posted to Late Night with Seth Meyers (RE: Giuliani said he was not drunk) You Tube 09/13/2021

The somewhat sad (although I do admit to having a touch of schadenfreude) thing is, Rudy Giuliani may not have been altered during that recent 9/11 speech. This may be the "real" Rudy Giuliani. Whether this version of Giuliani is due to substance abuse, dementia or just an old clueless rich white guy sense of privilege, he is rapidly approaching an unfortunate closure to what is left of his legacy.

Posted to John Campea (RE: WHAT IF review) uploaded to You Tube 09/22/2021

I laughed through most of the Thor episode. Admittedly not the most evocative, intelligent episode, but sometimes you just have to throw that theater candy into your popcorn, consume it and forget about consequences. As a series, I am enjoying WHAT IF, and looking forward to the final 2 episodes of this season. BTW the series mvp is Jeffrey Wright as "The Watcher".

Posted to NatalieLawyerChick (RE:Gabby Petito) uploaded to You Tube 09/22/2021

I agree that Laundrie had the legal right to not speak to the police. Unfortunately the Wyoming and Florida police departments made multiple mistakes which made the situation worse. For the Wyoming police, their mistake was primarily one of staffing. During a police stop for a well-being check there should have been immediate access to a social worker/therapist to evaluate the situation. Most patrol officers are not educated sufficiently to analyze domestic violence. Instructing two people who were observed in an altercation/argument to use judgement and stay apart for one evening was not realistic. The Florida police behavior was more problematic in that they basically "lost" their person of interest who had in the very recent past, showed a proclivity for running.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Richard Pusey) uploaded to You Tube 09/19/2021

Judging by the amount of occupations Richard Pusey has been able to learn, he has intellect but unfortunately he has no self-control. Without a different kind of intervention (maybe a long term assisted living situation) he will be in and out of jail for the remainder of his life. His failure to be a productive member of society is only a small part of society's greater problems with mental health treatment and rehabilitation methods.

Poster to Rachel Maksy's community page (RE: The Move) - uploaded to You Tube 09/23/2021

I so feel the cleaning pain. It is amazing how stacked storage tubs in the living room, dust bunnies in the dinning room and the occasional vomited fur-ball in the hallway can put off prospective buyers. This is not shade on the soon to be former Maksy Manor, this comes from my past, present and sadly future. I feel that when looking for their new home some people simply do not have the vision that is necessary to see what could be instead of what is.

AUGUST 2021

 posted to NatalieLawyerChick (RE: short video concerning a white woman) You Tube 08/02/2021

I have no words, unlike the lady in that unfortunate hat. I am assuming this discourse was real and not improv. I am always intensely curious as to how so many people do not comprehend two facts concerning our reality: (1) cameras are EVERYWHERE and (2) uploads are FOREVER.

REVIEW posted to Google (RE: Blood Red Sky (2021) on Netflix) on 08/02/2021

★★★★★

While it borrows some plot points from Train to Busan (2016 South Korean film), Blood Red Sky does have good character development and proficient acting among the primary actors. Much of the more gruesome violence is dimly lit, but sound effects and the soundtrack effectively explains what may not be shown. As with many movies, bad decisions are made to advance the plot. However beyond yelling at my screen, I was not taken out of the film. There is a resolution, a definitive end which is a nice change from many recent films. Not every film has to provide new IP or a mid-credit scene. A movie as a single thing of imagination can illustrate what may happen when prejudice, stupidity and viral infections collide.

posted to Justine Leconte officiel   (RE: luxury vs. affordable bags) uploaded to You Tube 07/28/2021

I usually gravitate towards (thick) cloth bags like: HAIKU. HAIKU states that at least 20% of the bag is recycled content, but I have never done research to check their data. They do advertise that their bags are "water resistant" so I am not sure if that equates to environmentally friendly or not. I like simple, classic bags with a touch of fun (embroidered flower, patterned material). The Chloé bag does look beautiful, is it worth it? Maybe considering the crafting and materials, but I usually try to keep my bags under $50-usd. However I did break that rule once, when I bought a wallet by Anna by Anuschka. It was not a collectable purchase, I bought it for love (and about $60-usd).

posted to Philip DeFranco (RE: Cuomo Allegations) uploaded to You Tube 0803/2021

While I haven't gone to Governor Cuomo's webpage, I am getting echos of Bill Clinton's, "I did not have sexual relations with that woman." Democrat, Republican, Independent or whatever many men just do not see sexual harassment as damaging or even as harassment. Just ask the Blizzard/Activision executives.  Admittedly I have not thoroughly researched the accusations against Gov. Cuomo. My general feelings are that he should resign with Lieutenant Governor Kathleen C. Hochul being appointed Governor until the term ends in November 2022. His power as a Governor has been seriously compromised especially considering his order to return COVID-positive patients to care homes, adjust COVID stats and no doubt fuel the spread throughout the care homes.

posted to NY Times (RE: Opinion/Visual Disability-James Robinson) uploaded -You Tube 07/14/2021

I am lucky. I have one eye that is legally blind along with one eye with useable vision. The eye that is blind is slightly different in size from the sighted one. Due to my lack of depth perception when walking I must always have a death grip on bannisters and pay close attention to the light and the shadows near curbs. I think we stare at or look away from those who are different due to the fact that from a very early age on we do not learn and play with children of various abilities and appearances. Ironically this can result in adults who have a distorted world view of what is normal and acceptable. Information on our differences should be taught to all of us from a very young age. As usual education is the answer to so many issues in our world.

posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Vaccine hesitancy) uploaded - You Tube 08/05/2021

I read this article on how to approach individuals with vaccine hesitancy (I have been fully vaccinated):

https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/05/opinions/how-to-move-people-from-hesitant-to-vaccinated-bregman-jacobson/index.html

Basically article indicates that we (aka pro-vaccination) allow the person to talk about their reasons for the hesitancy, do not confront or challenge the person, end the conversation without expecting a definitive response...and I guess one walks away with hope for a positive response? I just do not know. I think a badly educated population due to budget cuts, a lack of exposure to differing views and the inevitable lack of ethical behavior of some drug corporations (remember the opioid crisis) is proving to be literally deadly for some of us. Remember those factors the next time a school system cuts courses or evening classes or your U.S. representative/senator votes against education funding and reform.

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comment to one of the postings to this video:

Both the government (no matter who is currently serving) and drug corporations have not been models of ethical behavior. Being ok'd for use due to emergency declaration was scary, but the alternative was way scarier. As a member of the unofficial beta group (gamer joke), I have not mutated into a zombie, become magnetic, don't think that I am sterile and my skin color has not turned fuchsia or teal. BTW I made up the color thing, because to me it symbolizes some of the random discussions I have viewed or heard.

posted to John Campea (RE: Shang Chi comment by Bob Chapek) You Tube 08/16/2021

The Disney CEO probably could have gotten away with this gaffe had the mishandling of Scarlett Johansson's contract never happened. Every new CEO, whatever corporation is, needs to set the correct tone year one. The current CEO of Disney has set the wrong tone. Every future contract negotiation and every public comment is going to be examined with extreme intensity. Fair? Maybe not, but when you are a CEO of a corporation who depends heavily on creative talent, if you are not a visionary or even a good speaker, hire some good people who have those abilities.

posted to Channel Awesome (RE: The Suicide Squad 2021v.) You Tube 08/05/2021

I did not mind the first film directed by David Ayer (and certain anonymous studio heads).  I could see its multiple flaws but still liked the "gloss" and of course Harley Quinn. Oddly now I like the Ayer film a lot less, well except for Harley Quinn. James Gunn's, The Suicide Squad, in spite of the lower theater revenue (aka COVID and streaming effects), will now be one of my top 10 favorite DC movies.

posted to Fandom Entertainment (RE: Goodbye to Roth) uploaded to You Tube 08/09/2021

It is so typical of Roth, to spend this goodbye by praising her soon-to-be former co-workers. I have no specific video memories. However I do have a strong audio memory of her maniacal and infectious giggle. She brightened my day with her attitude and knowledge. I would like to borrow a phrase to send her off in style, "Never give up, never surrender!"❤️

posted to Little Adventures (RE: Garden (herbs) for Guinea Pigs) uploaded to You Tube 08/21/2021

I have to do a major clean of the guinea pig cage tonight, so maybe in their play yard I will set up a garden game for my two pigs. Basically it is a game of hide (= the greens) and seek (= the pigs). They are always 100% accurate and much faster finding greens than the time it takes for the  human who is trying to carefully place the greens. 

❤️QUESTION❤️: I am abysmally ignorant on herbs (so sorry!), so my guesses on herbs are: curly leaf parsley, flat leaf (maybe cilantro) parsley, chervil, thyme and basil. I want to expand my 2 girls' palates. The only herb that they adore is parsley. They ignored cilantro and fennel. I need "fan" favorites of my favorite herd on social media.❤️

posted to Little Adventures (RE: Weirdest Guinea Pig Moments) uploaded to You Tube 08/25/2021

It is funny that guinea pigs seem to mirror human behavior. There is some bickering, someone makes a mess then just walks away, someone gets the coveted area, occasionally one or two roommates just do not want to be bothered to socialize but way way way down deep they all care about one another. I remember those behaviors from school. Fortunately none of my roommates required me to cut their nails and hair. 😉

posted to HauteLeMode (RE: Fendi and Pryor Moss Fall 2021 collections (You Tube 08/26/2021)

The Fendi collection proves that a definitive designer vision for a collection's theme is critical but also is excellent tailoring, attractive silhouette, intricate materials and artisans to piece it together. I understand the important theme of history that Kerby-Jean Raymond was trying to convey, perhaps he should have added a second set of looks in the same collection using the feeling, colors and shapes to reflect more subtly what the more literal fashion was presenting.

JULY 2021

My(07/02/2021)comment to TheRingOfFire (RE: Trump ) video uploaded to You Tube 06/30/2021

No he is not just a coward. Mr. Trump is that middle school bully who never grew up. He got kicked out of the school where he was feared and followed only to land in a place where his power is reduced, devalued and even ignored.

My comment to Breakfast All Day Podcast (RE: news&discussion) uploaded to YouTube 07/03/2021

My 10 movies that I have watched at least 10 times each (in no particular order): The Fifth Element (1997), Star Wars 4(1977), 5(1980), 6(1983), Rebecca (1940), Thor: Ragnarok (2017), The Addams Family (2019), Moana (2016), Captain Marvel (2019) and Citizen Kane (1941). I am sure there are more, because I have no life, but those 10 popped up first.  Oh one more, yes some of the dialogue is clunky, but is a visual stunner;  Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017). If you can turn off your frontal lobe, that movie is a plethora of pleasures.

My comment to Breakfast All Day Podcast (RE: review of Tomorrow War) YouTube 07/02/2021

Interesting dichotomy between the critics "above" (Christy,  Alonso, Matt) and the critics "below" (comments). The trailer looked somewhat dumb to me, but now I am curious. Since it is "free" on Amazon Prime, I will give it a view.

Just watched it. I know that this movie contained lots of tropes (it could have been titled, "Fathers' Day"), countless "borrowing" from other movies (good party game material), logic flow (forget about it) and climate change allusion @1:45:30. All that being said, this is a decent popcorn movie which needed tighter editing. I was ok with the creature creations. A one-time nickname given to the J.K. Simmons character towards the end of the movie was hysterical. J.K. Simmons' closing lines at the end of the movie while ordinary,  out of the mouth of J.K. they were elevated to sardonic humor. I am NOT going to watch this movie again, but I do not wish for time travel to get those 2 hours and 20 minutes of my life back.

My comment to pin'd comment on Observe (RE: Gabbie Hanna) You Tube 07/05/2021

I do not watch her videos, but judging from this video (and knowing she has wide presence on social media), she appears to be comfortable sharing personal details. It might prove valuable (both monetarily and emotionally) if she pushes a little further. Such as "Gabbie Journeys To Health", learning from reputable sources regarding: (1)meditation, (2) physical activity (aerobic exercise, running etc.), (3) studying a specific religion/lifestyle, (4) creativity (painting, learning calligraphy etc.), (5) nutritional plans.  Maybe she would end the series more self-aware or maybe  there would be no change. Either way, one thing that such a series might provide would be public proof of her wishing to be better without resorting to the usual, ineffective but seemingly omnipresent...You Tube apology video.

My comment to John Campea (RE: Stephen Dorff) uploaded to You Tube 07/06/2021

Came for the news, stayed for the rant. 

Seriously, I believe that The Hollywood Reporter has a decent reputation for accuracy in reporting. I can only assume that Mr. Dorff has enough bitcoin to stretch to Mars. That planet may be the closest place to this one at which Mr. Dorff can find employment if he continues to deride people in the film industry. I mean who knows, maybe Bezos or Musk will have him appear in a location documentary. My only hope is that he is required by contract to wear spandex and a cape (mask with oxygen is optional).

My comment to David Pakman (RE: COVID-19) uploaded to You Tube 07/06/2021

It is a puzzling situation. I got both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine not just to keep myself alive, but to prevent me from infecting others. I wore a mask not to protect me, but to protect others. Although a side benefit was that it cut down my pollen sneezing.  I have lived in a U.S. state in the New England area most of my life. Perhaps that is why all this is so shocking. I assumed logic would prevail. People no longer need to die from this virus, yet they seem to be more willing to accept death without being vaccinated, then life with being vaccinated.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: Arizona Recount...Again) uploaded to You Tube 07/11/2021

The CyberNinjas should turn in their ninja garb, go back to the dojo, prostrate themselves on the floor in front of their sensei and state that they are not worthy. As for the Arizona Republicans requesting ANOTHER audit, perhaps a mental health audit would be more appropriate and useful.

My comment to Dan Murrell (Loki Episode 6 Review) uploaded to You Tube 07/14/2021

I also felt a little let down with the "bridge" function of Loki episode 6. However, I trust Marvel (actually Kevin Feige) for having a vision (pun sort of intended) of this universe.  Unfortunately I have the patience of a mayfly. As far as I can determine, Marvel/Disney is hoping Loki season 2 will land January 2022. I think that the new Dr. Strange film (in the Multiverse of Madness) is coming March 2022? Even more horrifically for my binge-afflicted psyche, the next Ant-Man movie (Quantumania) comes out in 2023 per my online search. Stasis chamber anyone?😉

My comment to Dan Murrell (Escape Room 2 Review) uploaded to You Tube 07/16/2021

Good on Dan Murrell for mentioning that Taylor Russell ("Zoey"), Logan Miller ("Ben") and Deborah Ann Wolf ("Amanda") have all been in much better productions. MAYBE make this data a feature regarding all actors who find themselves locked into a less than adequate film? At least no one responsible for this movie tried misdirect the public in the film's theme. Although with a movie heavily concerned with puzzle solving, misdirection might actually be relevant.

My comment to natalielawyerchick (V.S. Karen part 2) uploaded to You Tube (07/14/2021)

I do not care if the "Karen" was off her meds, mentally ill or just felt entitled, the woman who filmed the entire incident did the right thing. Actually anyone no matter their color or sexual identity should film the incident. Justice is a dish best served with a generous portion of undeniable proof. Who knew that the invasive, omnipresent and addictive smart phones would turn out to be our best hope for justice. (and yes I have used several film clichés in my comment😉).

My comment to Legal Eagle/shorts (Dua Lipa photograph) uploaded to You Tube (0716/2021)

I understand for wedding or special occasion photographs, you sign a release. OBJECTION (from a liberal arts with a psych minor grad): However Dua Lipa did not sign a release. Also assuming she does not profit from reposting the image, isn't there a fair use situation applicable here? I understand that it is called THE LAW not THE ETHICS, but anyone in the paparazzi category should not be able to sue for anything...except a conscience.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: Anti-vax nurse dies due to COVID) You Tube (07/17/2021)

More on the anti-vaccine nurse      https://meaww.com/who-was-olivia-guidry-louisiana-nurse-dies-of-covid-19-after-posting-vaccine-isnt-safe

Per post on her FB page, she may have had pre-existing heart issues, which would make COVID-19 even more deadly. Ironically she dreamed about going to medical school. My thoughts are with her family. However we have to be better at education whether the "student" is 5 or 95. Ignorance appears also to be a pre-existing condition that the virus can use to its advantage.

My comment to CNN/Chris Cillizza (RE: COVID-19 map ) uploaded to You Tube (07/13/2021)

Our country is divided on so many issues, how could COVID-19 vaccine be any different.  The bigger question is why the red states have not used the blue states as a beta test. Many of the blue states have less hospitalizations, less deaths and less new cases.  So we are left with the question that I cannot wrap my heard around, WHY are they not looking at the evidence and learning?  If they distrust the source (anyone who is not Fox News or one of their lesser clones) all they have to do is visit a local hospital...oh wait they also won't wear masks (I am guessing all those seasons of Grey's Anatomy were a waste of their time). We are in a loop that will eventually strangle us all.

My comment to CNN/Anderson Cooper (RE: Arkansas and COVID) You Tube (07/23/2021)

It was both disheartening and confounding to hear a woman whose young son got COVID and is still having symptoms say that she will not get the vaccine. For those who are afraid of the vaccine or do not trust the government should know that almost 50% of us in the U.S. have received both doses of vaccine. To the best of my knowledge none of us are magnetic, glow in the dark or have turned fuchsia. One thing that we do have is a truce with COVID-19.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: Unvaccinated Deaths) You Tube 07/22/2021

Linda Zuern lived and died in Massachusetts. Massachusetts is one of the top ten U. S. states that is fully vaccinated. https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#vaccinations  

She must have lived among co-workers, friends and relatives who were vaccinated. Yet she died. Her obituary indicated a woman who wanted to give back and help others. Yet she did not get vaccinated. https://www.capecodtimes.com/story/news/2021/07/20/cape-cod-activist-and-public-servant-linda-zuern-dies-covid-19/8012431002/      

The time has arrived when those of us who are vaccinated must reconnect with friends and relatives to gently without blame and carefully without mentioning politics, persuade these people to get vaccinated.

My comment to Breakfast All Day (RE: Bezos, etc.) uploaded to You Tube 07/25/2021

While I agree with Bezos, in that the flight would be fun, the optics of a rich guy doing a thing that only a rich guy (or astronaut) can do is never going to change hearts and minds.  Well except for all the novice scriptwriters now furiously penning projects where the rich guy gets launched into space by accident and has to have an arc where he succeeds gloriously or maybe get commandeered  by Aliens with no sensors in place to avoid self-entitled lifeforms.

My comment to Breakfast All Day (RE: OLD review) uploaded to You Tube 07/25/2021

I have only seen the trailer, but an M. Night Shyamalan film is like that proverbial "...box of chocolates..." only in this case you never know if the box contains actual chocolates or packing peanuts. So I did a bad thing, I checked out a spoiler site. Basically I am not seeing this movie, because...well packing peanuts. I like the actors, but not so much the plot and its resolution with the overabundance of logic-flaws.

My answer to community question of Footless Joe (RE: Does it make you stronger)YouTube 07/26/21

While I would prefer that good always wins over evil, that is not the way our universe appears to work.  Trauma is not ennobling, it is just a first line of an equation which only leads to two choices, to survive or to die. When I was very ill, I treated my journey as a long slog through heavy/wet snow. That is not a metaphor as I live in a place in the U.S. that very often is full of that oddly heavy yet pretty stuff. It is a very prosaic analogy, but just like Dory I choose to keep on moving. However I am fine with the 37% (poll results as of this comment) who said yes, we are all headed in the same direction.

My comment to  Doctor Mike Hansen   (RE: COVID-19 Delta variant)  You Tube 07/28/2021

Admittedly there was damage inflicted by the misinformation, ignorance and inaction of the previous U. S. administration (45th president). However, we in the United States are now paying the price for inadequate education, specifically in the sciences, for our citizens. I do agree that mega corporations can be self-serving, valuing profit before people. However I did my research before my two doses of vaccine. I fully realize that I am in a very large beta group for a vaccine that has only had emergency approval. When or if a booster becomes necessary I will take that booster as soon as I can. I have "run the numbers" in my head. For the sake of my own health and the health of the immuno-compromised along with those under 12 who can not be vaccinated, I see no other alternative than take the booster should that become necessary.

My comment to John Campea (RE: Scarlett Johansson) uploaded to You Tune 07/30/2021

What is all this posturing by Disney? Scarlett Johansson has a contract. All I can think of is that Disney execs want to impress the shareholders on how strenuously they work to keep those billions flowing. Or consider this story, Disney likes stories, regarding the child who bullies someone on the playground. The victim has finally reached her endurance level and hits the bully. Now that bully can tell adults, "she hit me first" without going into details. What we are seeing now is just the CEO version of that unfortunate fable.

JUNE 2021

My comment (made 06/02/2021) to The Ring of Fire (RE: Arizona vote audit) uploaded on 05/27/2021

If Arizona Democrats were smart, in every single print or video ad for Republican seats whose term is ending within the next few years, add the following in uppercase bolded font..."Arizona taxpayers will have to absorb all the expenses for the unnecessary recounts, audits and court cases initiated by Republicans regarding the 2020 Presidential election."

My comment to Internet Today (RE: Autonomous Killer Robots...TechNewsDay) 06/04/2021

Forget about those drones being used by foreign terrorists. Guess where extra military tech often goes...local law enforcement agencies. You know those guys right? They are the ones who cannot (or will not) tell the difference between a taser and a gun? Meanwhile, Tony Stark would not be pleased with that tech being used for war. Oh wait, that is Marvel not America. Never mind.

My comment to David Pakman's "YouTube Comment of The Day" posted on  06/07/2021

Actually wearing the mask can alleviate some allergies and avoid catching "normal" colds. I am fully vaccinated, but still wear a mask when shopping or going to an enclosed location where there are strangers. When I visited Japan in 2012, I noticed many people wearing masks. They do it for a variety of reasons like allergy, protection but most importantly to prevent their cold from spreading to others. In other words to not be dishonorable by infecting others. Somehow I do not believe dishonor, never mind science is in the hearts and minds of those who have politicized a simple, effective and inexpensive health measure.

My comment to David Pakman (RE:  Alex Jones) uploaded to You Tube June 14 2021

Alex Jones is a walking, talking and (I believe) breathing, cartoon.  If he announced that the earth revolved around the sun, I would spend a good 30 minutes on the internet...just to be sure that my memories of science class data was accurate. Admittedly my hyperbole is overdone, but then so is Mr. Jones. He has proven time and time again that he is more into fables and fantasies than reality and real events.

My comment to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Covid Vaccine Magnetism Conspiracy Theory) 06/13/2021

That is an excellent point by Dr. Grande. Instead of being furious at these outliers who believe that we are all being turned into X-Men (not an uncomfortable thought at least for me), we should spend our energy producing critical thinkers. For the next local, state and/or national elections we should all be voting for candidates who support schools, science and sanity. Well, at least our lists will be short. 😉

My comment to David Pakman (RE: Trump emails show pressure on DOJ) You Tube 06/16/2021

While the term, "ethical politician" is almost an oxymoron, really is anyone surprised, shocked or appalled at this point by those who worked in the Trump administration, from top to bottom?  Everyone and everything being so consistently wrong almost seems like a bad B movie, not reality. All we can do is vote very very carefully. Unfortunately that means trying to avoid voting Republican. Unfortunate, because having only one party in power will not end well for anyone.  However with Republicans still thoroughly immersed in a cult of Trump, what else can voters do.

My comment to The Late Show w/Colbert (RE: The Patient Still Recovering) You Tube 06/16/2021

I always felt that it was plausible that the COVID-19 virus could have"escaped" from the lab. However further investigation was necessary to make that a provable fact.. I groaned when I heard Trump referring to the virus in a racial context repeatedly. I am guessing that rant was not conducive to any sharing of data. We basically live on one ship so what hurts one will eventually hurt all.

My comment to LegalEagle #Short (RE: Pledge to Allegiance) You Tube 06/20/2021

Religion has given us an ethical code of conduct to live by along with divisive tribalism. Sorry for that noise, it was me metaphorically beating my head against a virtual wall. None of that is legal, but my head hurts, so I wanted to share...😇😉.

My comment to Breakfast All Day (RE: review of Luca) You Tube 06/20/2021

I did not even check Disney +. There is so MUCH streaming content out there. I just assumed Disney was going to try to wring some of that "I can't wait 2 months so I will pay $29.99 now" cash. I will check it out right after this video. Thanks!

Just watched it. I loved it. It is a simple story, but it does not pander to anyone. It creates a world without a lot of expository dialogue. Stay for the credits as the accompanying images are kind of an epilogue to this story. There is a very funny zinger at the end of the credits, especially if you recognize (or IMDb) the voice actor. There is a funny explanation towards the end of the credits regarding the creation of this movie. It was both hysterical and quite apt.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: COVID rising among unvaccinated) You Tube 06/20/2021

It is so depressing to see the statistics showing that most of the highly vaccinated places in the U.S. are in blue states. Even after 4 years of hell with the former president accompanied by a pandemic, I still can not get my mind to accept that about 50% of the United States is so poorly informed and tribal that they will risk death. Or even worse to become a vector that transmits the virus to an immunocompromised adult or child.

While I would like to blame Trump for it all, I think that it started earlier than 2016 with education budget cuts and news sources going for clicks not facts.

My comment to The Ring of Fire (RE: Arizona Recount to a Montana forest) You Tube 06/20/2021

And when the ballots are finally returned from that Montana forest undisclosed location, the winner could be almost anyone from that witch in Hansel and Gretel to some random fire watcher in a Montana fire lookout tower. I wish to also declare that I intend no disrespect towards witches, fire lookout towers or fire watchers. However regarding certain politicians from Arizona, well....

My comment to  PossessedbyHorror (RE: ReWatchable Horror Movies )You Tube 06/16/2021

I also only watch "good" horror movies once. Maybe because I remember the particular scares along with the timing, also you know the survival and/or kill count. However "bad" really really bad horror movies can amuse me. This category of horror movies can provide free entertainment at parties. They are eminently re-watchable with the proper snacks while doing a MST3000/RiffTrax-type running commentary. My comfort movies change with the years. My current comfort movies (none of which are ever of horror genre)are: The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021), The Addams Family (2019) and the Marvel (2021) series LOKI (as of this post only 2 out of 6 episodes are up).

My comment to The Ring of Fire (RE: Capital Rioters Did Not Vote) uploaded to You Tube 06/19/2021

Actually I kind of hope that the not-registered to vote or did not vote contingents are statistically small. Knowing how the Republicans view January 6, if this group is statistically significant it might feed into the delusion of certain Republicans that most of the mob was primarily composed of non-Trump supporters/voters.

My comment to CNN (RE: Arizona vote audit) uploaded to You Tube 06/19/2021

I appreciate CNN finding this individual. Mr. Broomhead is a conservative Republican who voted for Trump...twice, yet he appears to be coherent, intelligent and self-aware. He is right. There are important elections in the near future. Citizens of Arizona should be furious that money is being squandered on a process that will not gain their state or the U.S. any substantive result. To add a third ring to this circus, ARIZONA voting system data is being transferred to "A LAB IN MONTANA". So their endgame is to drive everyone insane?

My comment to Dan Murrell (RE: Charts with Dan!) uploaded to You Tube 06/21/2021

I can only speak for myself, but I still feel tentative about revisiting the movie theater experience. Even being fully vaccinated, when I walk into a grocery store "unmasked" (sounds like demoted super-hero 🙄) I do feel like I am doing something ill-advised. Before the pandemic I was a frequent (several times a month) movie goer using AMC and Showcase Cinema discount programs/days. Not sure what will finally get me into a theater. I suspect it will be time passing, not movies debuting.

My comment to Doctor Mike Hansen   (RE: origin of COVID-19) uploaded to You Tube 06/21/2021)

As with any novel disease or virus, careful research needs to be done to confirm the origin. That being said, I do agree that the lab origin theory is plausible, but not necessarily the entire event.  My hypothesis (obviously unproven) is that the security at the lab (in other words what can be brought in or taken out) at the lab was lax, safety protocols may not have been followed (as in possible improper disposal of bio-hazard items) or even a low-paid maintenance worker looking at certain items casually thrown away to be a possible food or income (local wet market) source. Add human error to the reluctance of  a local/national government to share details with the outside world (aka WHO) and a pandemic could arise. Blame is not productive, sharing knowledge, research and data among scientists globally is the best course.

My comment to Philip DeFranco (RE: Billie Eilish, et al) uploaded to You Tube 06/22/2021

While I am not excusing any comments made by Billie Eilish which are currently problematic, we have to factor in her age when the comments were made and how her behavior has been in the last few years. If those factors were translated into numbers, the solution to this "mathematical equation", would most likely equate to a positive (not negatively random) number. Just saying....😉

My comment to Emily D. Baker (RE: Giuliani suspension from NY bar) You Tube 06/25/2021

Missed the live stream, my fault. Listening to the usual Emily D. Baker opening warning for all of us to not besmirch, disparage or cast hate at anyone. Text of Mr. Giuliani's speeches, especially on the morning of January 6 2021, precludes the need for any of us to do any of that. Seriously though I too wonder, what happened? Maybe the NYC mayor and attorney of decades ago was the doppelgänger and what we have had since 2016 is the "real" one? Either way, it is sad and shocking.

My comment to Ring of Fire (RE: Prediction Trump Would Sacrifice His Children)YouTube 06/26/2021

I am not holding onto any hope of imprisonment, it would not bring back the over 600,000 people who died in this country nor of course the millions who died worldwide. In a perfect reality where justice and intelligence  always prevails; the ideal conclusion would be that no one in Trump's gang/mob (continuing the Mafia analogy) ever runs for public office or has the power to influence elections ever again. In certain groups, I believe it is called, "shunning".

My comment to Mia Maples (RE: Going out shopping wearing princess dresses) You Tube 06/27/2021

Due to last minute plans, my friend and I had to visit an ATM...located in the front of a store. Sure always moderately stressful when trying to remember your pin or pw. However there was an added level of stress as my friend and I were dressed head to toe in medieval cosplay. Maybe it was my imagination, but all I remember was that we were in a store full of customers, sales people and those perennially honest and outspoken humans;  children. You could hear the proverbial pin drop. We departed quickly with our 21st century cash (often at this particular faire there was a cash discount) and 14th century outfits. So I am having a bit of PTSD even before this video begins.

My comment to Philip DeFranco (RE: Brittany and Jaime Lynn Spears) You Tube 06/29/2021

I really do not know Jamie Lynn Spears or the mom, Lynn 's part in this 13 year ordeal. Perhaps they were blackmailed into being quiet, threatened with loss of contact with Brittany should either speak up in media or in print. However, I was not impressed with the recent Jamie Lynn Spears statement. This conservatorship law needs to be changed. It should help the permanently impaired, not imprison those who simply need guidance regarding their meds. Google indicates that the penalty for "voluntary manslaughter consists of fines, 10 years or less in prison, or both".  Brittany has been "imprisoned" for 13 years, while still earning millions which went directly to the conservatorship. Whatever her past and current issues, her situation is onerous and should be reduced or eliminated.

My comment to same show/date but the pined comment regarding use of social and news media:

My usage has actually slightly increased due to Twitter and FB finally shutting off the most prolific source of untreated sewage in the U.S. The COVID pandemic and quarantine did get me watching news, to a certain extent. Admittedly I am avoiding clickbait that contains the term "Republican" as it is never productive or informative, just depressing.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: MyPillow CEO) uploaded to You Tube 06/28/2021

While the MyPillow guy may be a few pillows short of a dozen, the Republicans stonewalling most legislation presented by anyone not in their group do not have that excuse. They do possess the seemingly overwhelming need to be re-elected at whatever cost to their constituents and the citizens and residents of the U.S.

 

My comment to The Ring of Fire (RE: incompetence of Congressman Gosar) uploaded 06/29/2021

Censuring, while symbolic, would at least give the Democrats running in Gosar's state details that can be provided to voters who vote Republican no matter what the candidate's character, intelligence and abilities are. Incumbents, irregardless as to their party affiliation, should be held accountable for EVERYTHING that they do (or did not do) as a member of Congress or the Senate during their elected term.

My comment Doctor Mike Hansen (RE: Death of Jacob Clynick-born 2007 after 2nd dose)06/29/2021

QUESTION FOR DOCTOR MIKE HANSEN:   Did this child have Down Syndrome? His image reminds me so much of my cousin. Along with many other factors in this syndrome, can be heart issues. These heart defects may not be obvious at birth. This is a tragedy. The family deserves to know how this happened as soon as possible, for them and for any others who may be at risk.

MAY 2021

My comment to Jeremy Jahns  (RE: Invincible: Season 1) video uploaded April 30 2021

No spoilers, so I cannot give specifics to prove why I liked this series. In generalities, the voice acting cast, the story themes, the animation is effective, visceral and evocative. Early in the series, there is a little more teenage angst than I would like, but it diminishes to manageable amounts in plot time as the series moves on. While the ending is satisfactory, keep in mind that this is a huge (book) series so every plot thread is not answered in episode 8 (end of season one).

My comment to The Dodo (RE: Cat brothers destroy Dad's home) video uploaded December 5 2020

Heard of "Elf On The Shelf"? Well in my home, my 2 cats have:  Catnip Mice On The Cat Tree. As with said "Elves", these mice are constantly on the move. However never ever when one or both of the cats are awake. They are cats, so I have plenty of their sleep time to move these mice. I graduated from college and now I play (and sometimes lose) mind games with cats.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: USA popular again) video uploaded May 1 2021

Nice, now it's middle school again. Your best friend finally dropped their abusive companion and now everyone is re-inviting said friend to the table. Of course what is scaring all the friends, is that this victim/survivor talks about this abuser at lunch and at recess wondering if the separation was a mistake. This scenario is right up with my old nightmares regarding going to school in pjs and forgetting the final exam was today.

My comment to The Ring of Fire (RE: Joe Rogan statement on vaccinations) uploaded April 30 2021

Unfortunately there is so much misinformation (widely promulgated by the Trump administration, well excluding one respected physician at the CDC) matched with distrust of corporations (big pharma can come through with vaccines, but can also make our prescriptions absurdly expensive) that celebrities with huge followings do not have the luxury to be stupid, lazy or both. That is our reality. We have to live with it or ask Elon Musk about SpaceX tickets. (BTW I think that they are one-way).

My comment to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (RE:Biden address) uploaded April 29, 2021

"The Nation is still basking in the glow of basic competence...." and this is why I am subscribed to this channel. The phrase says so much in so few words while still being honest and hilarious.

My comment to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: mentally ill woman and police) video uploaded 05/02/2021

This incident is a "poster-child" in regards to promoting improved academy admittance rules, along with tactical and mental health training along with need for actual mental health professionals as an adjunct to active police work. Yes, like many of us police are prejudiced. However they are also armed which has repeatedly proven itself to be a lethal combination. Police need to re-trained not de-funded. Sadly many will use the easier route, lower policing budgets and then wonder why this abuse and incompetence continues to occur. And then there is this bit of tech news: https://www.npr.org/2021/04/30/992551579/creepy-robot-dog-loses-job-with-new-york-police-department

I know I am "preaching to the choir", but police do not need bigger and more lethal weapons, they need more effective training.

My comment to LegalEagle-Shorts (RE:Students and Free Speech) video uploaded 05/03/2021

It always amazes me when people who literally grew up in front of computers do not truly grasp its power. That being said no bodily harm was threatened, no armed attack was planned. It was just 2 teens whose frontal lobes have not yet fully formed. Were I that school's principal I would assign punishment covering a 6 month  period along with a notation on a permanent record or avoid the punishment and permanent record issues by attendance and completion of  a course on Privacy, Ethics and the Internet. I am sure that there is an online class for that!

My comment to The Ring of Fire (RE: Matt Gaetz) video uploaded 05/03/2021

When I read the thumbnail I laughed. For a lobbyist to tell a news source, "no comment" when questioned about Gaetz is beyond hysterical floating into the surreal. A lobbyist's mission statement is to talk. They will talk about anything for the opportunity to propel their employer's needs, wants and wishes into public view. I am guessing DOJ is waiting to pounce on Gaetz until they have a 99% chance of winning their case. The Republicans are probably waiting to request Gaetz's resignation until a suitable (Republican) replacement can be found. Is it 2023 yet?

NOTE TO ME: Gaetz's term ends in 2023.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: Giuliani) video uploaded 05/03/2021

My theories about the Giuliani of 9/11 and the current simulacrum that calls itself "Giuliani": 

(1) He had an excellent administrative staff to back him up September 11 2001, all he had to do is make speeches and look presentable.

or   

(2) He had a cluster of mini-strokes not detected by doctors over the last decade which lacerated his brain.

My comment to LegalEagle(Shorts -- robo-dog) video uploaded 05/05/2021

As we have seen, the police have considerable (human) training issues to grapple with such as knowing the difference between a taser and a gun along with other issues when handling a suspect who may be mentally ill or even, gasp, innocent. Giving police access to tech normally used in military situations by specially trained soldiers or formerly operated in a lab with quality tech support, is not prudent. However:

QUERY: Is it legal for equipment used by a highly trained (for example) SEAL team to be used by local police department?

My comment to PossessedbyHorror (Ranking Every Horror Trope) video uploaded 05/05/2021

I agree with most of them, except for jump scares. I would choose "Please Stop Doing This". Scares can be very nicely and profitably transmitted with good writing, on point acting and imaginative set design. Those hyper-loud jump scares can literally lead me to develop a migraine. It kind of becomes my own mini horror movie. Full onset of my migraine usually peaks at about one-half hour after initial acquisition. I have to get myself to someplace safe, FAST. Hence I always check out sites and reviews before I see a horror movie. 

My comment to FootlessJo (RE: adapting to possible amputation) video uploaded 05/06/2021

I am glad that Jo mentioned that soon after the operation, the process of learning to adapt becomes the new normal. I went through a long process for a life-threatening disease. Fighting it was my life. After winning said fight and no longer seeing doctors, nurses and rehab people who my brain had accepted as my forever companions was jarring in an odd way. I am not sure if my situation was typical or not. My advice is simply to accept help whether physical, emotional or remedial in order to "graduate" to the next part of your life.

My comment to LittleAdventures (RE: Guinea Pig Mistakes Everyone Makes) uploaded 05/08/2021

Unfortunately I make the same mistakes regarding all of my animals. I buy a toy,  safe. healthy and most importantly real cute to me. I put it in front of the animal...and crickets (not real ones), no engagement with toy at all. The guinea pigs and cats will ignore my mistakes. However Keiko (the chinchilla) will go the extra mile and dump it in a corner of her cage. This corner is where she deposits her trash (chewed toys she no longer wants). So I remove the fresh, new unchewed toy from "trash" and put it back into a play area.  Five minutes later it is back in trash. Result: chinchilla 1 and human - 1 (less than zero as I have lost money...and my pride). 

My comment to LegalEagle (RE: Should Tucker Carlson Go To Jail) video uploaded 05/08/2021

This should be illegal (hence the trope that free speech does not indicate one can falsely yell fire in a crowded theater), but Tucker gets a pass by blurring the meaning between news and editorial/opinion. Judging by the fact that our EX-(love that word)President is up and around at Mar-a-Lago without an ankle bracelet, I would say that Tucker spinning wild tales on video will not be prosecuted. Sadly we have learned allowing famous people to spew lies which can lead to dangerous situations is not always successfully prosecuted. However filing a one billion dollar lawsuit regarding slander, now that elicits compliance at light-speed.

My comment to Emily D. Baker (RE: Josh Duggar Release From Custody) video uploaded 05/05/2021

While it sounds like everyone (at least legally) was being very careful, I wonder about the man himself. I am new to this situation (and channel), but I do know that those who are attracted to content such as Josh Duggar has shown, are very resistant to change. I am only partially into this video, so perhaps that will be addressed. Caging someone temporarily will benefit innocents from this individual. However Josh Duggar is 33 years old as of this comment. His lifespan is probably 40+ more years. His extended family is huge. My question is, how can this individual ever become safe enough to release into general society or even mixing with his own extended family?

My comment to John Campea (RE: Jupiter's Legacy) video uploaded 05/10/2021

In general I was disappointed by this series. I liked the flashbacks and disliked the current day stories. The "elders" were clueless as to their job in the 21st century while the progeny were mostly whiney and quite immature. While the thesis concerning the change in Villains was valid, this "next gen" heroes were very binary in their behavior. They had 2 modes, blind obedience to The Utopian or a complete rejection of the hero's creed. Not sure if this is based on a graphic novel or not, but to survive and be relevant this series need MUCH better writing and coherent themes.

My comment to Smokey Glow (RE: Influencer Culture Toxicity) video uploaded 05/11/2021

Gather the older You Tubers who messed up a few years ago, who have now grown and  matured. Next set up a You Tube advisory council with at least 2 You Tube employees along with these veteran You Tubers.This would hopefully be a mentoring group to the "younglings" (<---Star Wars ref). Perhaps 2 -3  mandatory sessions which must be completed in order to upload videos to You Tube and be monetized. As for those who fail, doing things like finding dead bodies in Japan and posting videos,  these individuals must attend a remedial session before they can return to being monetized. Not going to happen, but just a thought. It is so painful watching so many crash and burn before they even turn 30.

My comment to HauteLeMode (RE: British Music Awards 2021) video uploaded 05/12/2021

I would reluctantly pick the Dua Lipa (Vivienne Westwood) look as my top choice. Reluctantly because my eyes go right to the stockings and shoes, in a bad way. I did appreciate the choker though. I think Rina Sawayama's look (Balmain) was sad. The top half of the dress looked like someone had tried to channel Iris Van Herpen, but utterly failed. I am giving Billy Porter an honorable mention for two reasons, (1) he can wear anything and (2) his charisma or whatever it is jumps off the screen to make me smile. Being reminded that I can smile...priceless.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: delay of N.Guard  01/06/2021) video uploaded 05/13/2021

I respectfully disagree. Malicious is defined as being characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. As such malice involves planning, forethought and a deliberate path. Judging by the unbelievable level of ineptitude and hubris of the Trump Administration, malice while a part of their algorithm for handling just about anything, was not the dominant culprit. A multitude of issues were mishandled which included almost everything that administration handled which included, but not limited to the areas of immigration, Russian interference in U.S. government, a pandemic and an insurrection. Even before the November 2020 election the circle around Trump was filled with sycophants and incompetents. Dr. Fauci being the solitary exception who was unfortunately in a position of limited power. After the November 2020 election the remaining coterie around Trump were soulless, helpless, with their only expertise being the state of cluelessness.

My comment to Legal Eagle--shorts (RE: Policeman attacking a car) video uploaded 05/24/2021

On a micro level, private property was damaged deliberately. However on a macro level (assuming this video was not staged), do we really want people patrolling our streets who are equipped with weapons, the legal power to arrest anyone, are often prone to temper tantrums and yet do not understand the prevalence of surveillance in our societies?

My comment to Rachel Maksy (RE: Briar Rose woods' costume) video uploaded 05/14/2021

The drama, style and mood of the final reveal unfortunately did not erase my brain's memory concerning Frodo's well-rehearsed moment of relief. Sorry, my internment (confinement ? FYI am not a vampire) has altered certain thought processes. Being "released" into the public will be quite odd. Congrats on all creative You Tubers for coming together to choose their own, non-conflicting, historical projects. If mediation and cooperation was not part of this process, then congrats on a good joke!

My answer to FootlessJo survey (RE: Migraines) survey uploaded 05/15/2021

My migraines mostly occurred in my teens and twenties. They have calmed down now. In my case, migraines would begin with pretty twinkling bright white starry lights before my descent into pain and nausea. While a strobing light (oddly it would have to be natural light coming over a hill or through a grove of trees) ignited my migraines, their foundation was built on (1) lack of sleep (2) lack of sustenance and (3) emotional stress. Whether it is the aging process or me taking better care of myself, my migraines are currently, hopefully permanently, rarely occurring.

My comment to Abby Cox (RE: Viral Videos) video uploaded 05/16/2021

This video should be a 4 or 5 part mentoring program. You Tube is a business using ads but with its product inventory being art, creativity and imagination. It is a daily fight getting that round peg to fit into a square hole. There should be more help beyond analytics, as in more help for new creators from actual humans. I wish it were emotionally safe to read the comments. Thank you Abby for sharing so much yet still maintaining sanity. That combination has been so helpful getting me, and I am sure others, through this pandemic. I mean vaccines and masks can only take you so far right?😉

My comment to Smokey Glow (RE: Family Vloggers) video uploaded 05/16/2021

I agree that this plan is so needed. The internet, specifically social media, has advanced so quickly that the laws have not kept up with the issues and problems created. The proposal made on this channel regarding family vloggers seems practical and relatively easy to implement. Mentors are always needed. As was said why re-invent the wheel? Teach these people now so that their future is NOT filled with demonetization, de-platforming, emotional turmoil and the seemingly endless release of those dreaded apology videos.

My comment to The Dodo (RE: Scary Cat and Almond) video uploaded 05/16/2021

I am always looking for that ultimate cat toy. I have discovered that some require a battery, some require a human and some just require catnip.  While I admit to some success with the catnip option, here is a list of my two cats' fav toys: crumpled paper (has to be that brown crinkly packing paper), empty cardboard boxes (any size) and my nail files (these are stolen by cat are quickly retrieved by human).It is a tail/tale "as old as time". 😉

My response to Philip DeFranco pinned comment (RE:Israel/Palestine Conflict) uploaded 05/18/3032

No solution, just a wish that all the individuals in that area could all see the pointless, useless, unproductive path of mistreating, disrespecting and even killing one another. Cooperate, share, grow, advance and...yeah probably not happening.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: U.S. COVID-19 cases down) video uploaded 05/19/2021

Good, now since certain U.S. citizens have been reluctant to vaccinate, we should send shipments to India before the virus changes into a variant not as responsive to the vaccine as it is currently. We have to attack this "enemy" globally and forcefully. It is in the best interest of us all.

 

My comment to Justine Leconte (RE: price/quality comparison of 3 coats) uploaded 05/19/2021

Ideally I would choose a Burberry coat from a thrift/vintage shop. A new one is not a financial option for me. Except for my shoes and jeans all my clothing and outerwear comes from (usually online) thrift/second hand/vintage shops. I live in a very changeable climate so versatile outerwear is a necessity. One day may feel as if all 4 seasons have passed through. My outerwear ideally has an insulating, but not thick lining, inner zippers, outer buttons, hood with closure, deep pockets and water resistant. Optimum length for me is just below my knees.

Since I do buy shoes (which must be the difficult combination of leather, excellent arch support, yet classic in appearance) and jeans (sadly the only ones that fit me properly are of fast fashion in origin) at retail price, I would enjoy learning about other options.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: "Fat" Secret Service Agents) video uploaded 05/20/2021

The Trump administration was not known for appointing or hiring anyone who was actually "fit" for any job, so it is both amusing and sad that "fit" was what he demanded of all Secret Service agents. That being said (and without seeing images of any agents), I wonder if Trump mistook musculature for fat? The Trump administration was also not known for its intellect, logic or intuition.

My comment to Observe (RE: 90-Day Fiancé Reality Show) video uploaded 05/21/2021

These shows are too easy! Botox injections in any of the participants (all genders) does not even equate to a "handicap" for reading these faces and body language on relationship reality shows. If I release my schadenfreude, I can see how these shows can be wickedly entertaining...just not for me.

Now if Observe wants a REAL challenge, read a Real Housewives show, but do it on mute first, then later with audio. These people (again all genders) have been so altered it is amazing that they can sneeze. Not hearing that actual words would be the ultimate challenge, but I feel you can do it.

My comment to David Pakman Show(RE: Trump OAN interview) video uploaded 05/24/2021

Calling this an "interview" is the biggest fantasy of all labels. This "interviewer" shows less humanity than those iRobot vacuums. I am wondering, if she is a wannabe actor (maybe even SAG/AFTRA member?) as her body language, inflection seems more related to a machine learning how to show agreement, concern and acceptance. Oh, idea...the next Terminator? She lulls and bores her victims to coma and then...puts on her stilettos to teeter away. You are welcome Mr. Cameron 🤖😉

APRIL 2021

My comment to The Ring of Fire (Rep Matt Gaetz) channel uploaded to You Tube 04/01/2021

While Gaetz is obviously no innocent, I get the feeling that he is being offered as sacrificed pawn in a chess game that Republicans hope will save their "King". As there are 8 pawns per side in chess, guessing the names of the other seven might be an even more interesting game than chess itself.

My comment to Katie Couric (Interview with Kathryn Hahn) channel uploaded 03/31/2021

That was such a fun interview. Kathryn Hahn has been a funny, intelligent and talented performer for years. It is such a pleasure to watch a deserving person like her be so successful. I agree with the topic of quarantine-brain issues. Please have Sanjay Gupta come on to tell us why our brains appear to be leaking vocabulary, losing short-term memories (I misplace my phone on a daily basis...IN MY HOUSE.) and cause me to speak as if I had a mouth full of caramel during a Zoom meeting. All I need is a few school bullies and I have duplicated my life in middle school!

My comment to CNN (ER Doctor who treated George Floyd) video uploaded 04/05/2021

I hope that this case when resolved does more than punish only one or two people. Police training needs to be revised. Methods of restraint needs to be improved. While I do not expect every officer to be a mental health professional, I expect them to be self aware and intelligent enough to know when they need outside opinions.

My comment to David Pakman Show (Fundraising Scam by Trump) video uploaded 04/05/2021

I do feel pity for those caught in this scam. Who hasn't checked the "I Agree" box when your IOS updates without reading anything? However me being shocked, surprised or unbelieving of this scam, no not at all. After November 2016, there isn't much about politicians that does shock, surprise or cause me disbelief.

My comment-David Pakman Show (RE: Dan Crenshaw-Rep.Congressman) video uploaded 04/08/2021

What bothers me the most concerning certain politicians, is that they use terms like Fascist or Nazi and dilute the word's power by inaccurate/in appropriate comparisons to dissent, strikes and demonstrations. A viable democracy requires constant maintenance, admittedly it can get messy. However call differing opinions Fascist is not intelligent discourse, it is verbal clickbait.

My comment to Molly Burke (RE: PTSD) video uploaded 04/09/2021

Molly is correct, one should not simply "move on". Trauma has to be understood, explained, studied (with the help of a professional counselor), because mental anxieties can fester and cause issues more insidiously than obvious physical infections.

My comment to Internet Today (RE: FB data breach...again) video uploaded 04/09/2021

I use FB as kind of a video Pinterest. Lots of saved videos from from sites involving SNL, musicals, comedies, superhero stuff and of course cats (real ones not the aberration that is CATS the movie-musical). As far as I know beyond my name and address (and shhh maybe an obsolete phone number), FB does not have any problematic data on me. I do not link anything to FB, in spite of their perennial entreaties to do so. No doubt there has been some incursion to my accounts regarding spammers and scammers, but nothing too critical. I screen EVERYTHING and block all unknowns so can I be hurt virtually? Probably, but I am not as promising a target as they would like me to be.

My comment to Breakfast All Day (RE: Voyagers) video uploaded 04/09/2021

Yet another film that I have never heard of and probably will never see. My freedom is at hand as my 2nd vaccine inoculation is due soon. I can take my extra time watching movies that fall short in plot or direction and spend this time in a more effective way...having in internal debate over ice cream sizes and flavors in the freezer aisle. Admittedly this is not a superior cinematic experience, but at least I know it ends well.

My comment to David Pakman Show (RE: Conspiracy Conflict) video uploaded 04/11/2021

I knew I lived in a country with a variety of opinions, religions and politics. I accept those realities. I understand philosophical differences. Even as it saddens me, I can comprehend how those with a fear of strangers can de-evolve into irrational anger and pointless prejudice. However, the depth of delusion "out there" seems to be at the same level of as those who believe in the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny.

My comment to HauteLeMode (RE: 2021 BAFTA red carpet fashion) video uploaded 04/12/2021

Vanessa Kirby in Versace was also my favorite look. Would that I could afford a gown in that fabric! My next favorite look was GuGu Mbatha-Raw in Louis Vuitton. Rather than trying to match fabric to skin, I would have dyed the wannabe skin-tone fabric to match one of the accent colors in the Louis Vuitton look. I also wonder why not more boots? I wear boots (tall, short skinny etc.) 99% of my time in the outside (admittedly due to quarantine, 99% of my time has been spent inside wearing geta or zori) world. I do not know why, but the McQueen look on Kosar Ali made me smile. I think it was because the look had a certain "Bridgerton" flair to its silhouette...and I believe Kosar Ali was wearing boots!

My comment to The Dodo (RE: woman becomes 3rd wheel with cat/spouse) video  04/12/2021

I have two cats, admittedly they are fixated on me, but I find cats are both opportunists and pragmatists. As other comments have suggested, lavish bribes (toys, catnip, healthy treats and canned cat food) go a long way convincing a cat to "love" you. Love is in quotes, because as I said, cats are pragmatists !

My comment to Stone Gremlin (RE: Cinema Snob reviews Roe vs. Wade) video uploaded 04/12/2021

For a propaganda film cosplaying as a documentary with even more unbelievable dialogue, unexpected laughs and most importantly no annoying narrator giving pointless exposition, watch Reefer Madness (1936).

My comment to Philip DeFranco video uploaded 04//14/2021

While I have absolutely no expertise in middle east politics, it just seems as if we exist in a horrific time loop. With passing from dictatorships to terrorists to presence of police/army not native to the area, with said army departing, resulting in the vacuum in leadership being filled with religious extremism which then leads to a dictatorship and on and on. Solution? Who knows, but I would certainly build up the middle class economically, educationally and the infrastructure before leaving the area.

My comment to Lindsay Ellis video uploaded to You Tube 04/15/2021

Someone once told me when I flirted (you can tell that I am old by the use of that word) with joining Twitter. This person, to who I will remain forever grateful said,  "Do not do it. Twitter is where intelligent discourse goes to die." I know that there are exceptions but, I feel that should I join I would probably be one of its "casualties".   So the tweet that launched a million trolls was not liking a Disney movie (per the always correct internet 😉, Disney's 2019 net worth was 193.98 billion USD) turned a human into a trampoline to be jumped upon by those who do not even know what a trampoline is or that Disney's view would involve words like, "don't care".

My comment to Caitlin Doughty- Ask A Mortician You Tube video uploaded 04/17/2021

Were I able to choose my own death, I would choose Luke Skywalker's. I know Star Wars is fantasy, but him sitting on a cliff facing the setting sun (actually 2 suns) having saved the lives of many of the main characters in the Star Wars series, he just vanishes leaving only his clothing. Now that is peace and closure. I am guessing that as advanced and as open-minded that Caitlin's company is, that type of service is probably not doable?

My comment to David Pakman Show (Creationism-Arkansas) You Tube video uploaded 04/17/2021

One of the absolutes we need in order to produce a generation less amenable to cults masquerading as political parties who seem treat science as an opt in, opt out situation, is education for all. Religious views can be explored elsewhere.

My comment to Jessica Kobeissi (America's Next Top Model) You Tube video uploaded 04/17/2021

A model's primary job is to favorably showcase clothing, accessories and makeup. The only risks should involve wearing revealing attire and/or walking in freakishly high stilettos. Making the model look dramatic, exciting and exotic is more on the photographer or videographer.  That show's producers should hang the photographers in safety-vests with ropes and let the models walk as they usually do, on a floor.

My comment: The Ring of Fire (Matt Gaetz's former mates) You Tube video uploaded 04/18/2021

I am so bad. I laughed when I read the thumbnail. In retrospect, this is probably not funny. Where were all these people in 2016 when Matt Gaetz ran and was elected with 69% of the votes (per Wikipedia). It may be satisfying to see him fall, fail and hopefully forfeit his political office, but he is only the symptom of an "infection" for which there is no quick cure.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: Rittenhouse defense fund) You Tube video uploaded 0419/2021

Tacit or outright official approval of vigilantism is something that even right-wing police officers should fear and avoid at all costs. This attitude could destroy us all no matter our color, socio-economic status or political leanings.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: FOX news commercials for bald,fat,impotent) 04/20/2021

Well that got scary, real fast.  That insecurity mixed with narcissism is also my hypothesis for mass shooters and probably half of the people who prefer to live in boxes beneath bridges. Everyone should not only have a primary care physician, but also have a primary care therapist. However with the problems in gaining affordable health care (at least in the U.S.) that is not going to happen any time soon.  The ultimate irony and tragedy is that those who need therapy the most cannot afford it nor will elect legislators who would have passed bills to fund it.

My comment to Philip DeFranco (RE: Maxine Waters) video uploaded on 04/20/2021

I do not think Maxine Waters' statement prejudiced the jury, but one has to wonder about her mindset along with timing. I am guessing that she made the statement Saturday evening. However I believe the jurors were not sequestered until Monday afternoon (04/19/2021). I know that police departments and police education need major changes, but couldn't she have made her statement once jurors were sequestered? As for the context of her statement, it isn't exactly MLK in content, but I have only read portions of her speech. I wish we did not have to read every news report using 5 or 6 different sources to be sure what we read is accurate. It is so fatiguing to spend more time on that search than my prep for college term papers.

My comment to Dan Murrell (RE: The Falcon and The Winter Soldier) uploaded on 4/23/2021

Overall I liked this series.I keep thinking with every new Marvel series, how will this succeed and yet it does. I assumed (swear that I did not cheat) that Sharon Carter was The Power Broker very early on. While I liked Emily VanCamp's portrayal of Sharon Carter, the character itself seemed more like a plot device than a person. The Sharon Carter who the helped Steve and Sharon Carter, The Power Broker seems a huge jump, at least only knowing her from past movies and this series. Kevin Feige seems to be "the visionary" (hmm good super name) in the  Marvel-verse so who knows what is to come.

My comment to Justine Leconte officiel (RE: Fast Fashion and Greenwashing) uploaded 04/22/2021

Yes, please do more on this topic. Make it easier for all of us to be better and maybe I can find my perfect jeans somewhere else! 

I am afraid to ask about one particular fast fashion brand (not H&M or Primark) as their jeans are the only ones that:  fit me consistently, are of decent quality and affordable pricing. All of my other clothing I buy from an online thrift site. Even there I try to avoid fast fashion brands. I am no hero, but I am trying to be better.

My comment to Observe (RE: Demi Lovato apology) video uploaded 04/23/2021

I agree that her apology, as with most public apologies, seems a bit hollow. Who can say what her youth was like regarding food. That is her private experience. As for her narcissism (evident in blaming the shop she entered but not society in which we reside), in small doses, is a trait that is helpful in performers.  All I can say is for all social media users, wait  5 minutes before posting. Optimally type comments into a word file then read it aloud. However for celebrities, ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS run your posts by your representation.

My comment to Stone Gremlin Productions (RE: Demon Slayer: the movie Mugen Train 04/23/2021

I did like  Demon Slayer: KImetsu no Yaiba (Netflix). I cannot imagine anyone seeing the movie without constantly looking  up data on a wiki. Kudos to Brad and Jerrid for trying something different from the usual. This anime combines Japanese folk tales, magical creatures, individualized (think wands in HP) swords, heroes and a really good sense of fashion. I think of anime as visual sushi. Some love to consume it, some excel in its creation and some just do not like uncooked fish with rice and seaweed. Hmm, I think that my diet to lose quarantine weight may be affecting my metaphors.😉

My comment to CNN (RE: alternate juror in Chauvin trial) video uploaded 04/22/2021

I always wondered what happens to jurors exposed to uncensored video, in-person testimony or audio recordings regarding violent crimes. Are they offered therapy? Followed up by therapists for PTSD care? I cannot imagine what my state of mind would be after serving on that jury or any jury regarding a violent crime. Maybe it is just me, I just do not know if I could summon the courage and stamina to keep my perspective clear.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: Biden's Infrastructure Plan) video uploaded 04/22/2021

I love Biden's strategy. It is simple. It is helpful. It is a positive effort. And if just one Republican has a good idea which becomes part of the infrastructure plans, it may even encourage similar behavior in other Republicans. Republicans saying no to everything and anything proposed by a Democrat will not fill those potholes or strengthen those bridges.

My comment to Philip DeFranco channel video uploaded on 04/26/2021

Only 90%? I demand to see the statistical data analysis algorithm behind that percentage! Sounds those Florida men are going for the subterranean level regarding the Florida Man meme. Taking about men who would be memes, can we have a Jake Paul-free week? Give India whatever they need regarding testing and vaccination. COVID-19 does not care about borders, ethnicity or personal wealth. One bad strain in one village anywhere on this planet could produce a variant that even the current vaccines cannot fight.

My comment to Farron Balanced (RE: Republican leader now defending Trump) uploaded 04/27/2021

That is so true, it never occurred to me. Republicans appear to be acting like the beaten up significant other who cannot bring themselves to the cold truth that the abuser doesn't love you, never did, never will. This abuser is only with you to exert power over you. Perhaps the next time a larger group of people assemble at The White House, they should all be vetted social workers, psychologists and trauma workers. I would estimate that 262 counselors proficient in domestic violence therapies might be enough?

(NOTE TO ME: as of this date 212 Republicans in House with 50 Republicans in Senate)

My comment to Footless Jo (RE: Dating and Disabilities) video uploaded on 0429/2021

Honesty is best. If that is not acceptable to either or both individuals in a potential relationship, the next step would be learning about yourself before trying to navigate a new relationship. Full disclosure, my disability is not apparent resulting in me having the luxury of observation and time before any discussion regarding disabilities begins.

My comment to Philip DeFranco video uploaded on 04/29/2021

Like every other horrific crime, there is even more horror to the Ahmaud Arbery murder. These men were yelling and chasing a person through multiple neighborhoods. No one noticed and called 911? And if they did, where were the police? You know the police the ones legally responsible for questioning/safely holding a person in custody as opposed to vigilantes? This law enforcement agency, unfortunately also the one that tried to hide information from the public. While I agree these 3 men should be charged, there is a lot more wrong that needs to be addressed.