DECEMBER 2024

Posted to Safiya Nygaard (RE:Plane Health Hacks) Uploaded to You Tube 12/01/2024

I have used gua sha (usually with a moisturizer) for over 2 years now. It actually does have a positive effect on diminishing swelling and (WICKED ALERT) defying gravity. Not to get too personal but did the water consumption mean more trips to the bathroom?  I can see the value of the frequent internal moisture and the act of walking to and from one's destination but on a crowded flight with long lines it might not work for me. That ostrich pillow was hilarious. I desperately want one, in pink if possible. A definite no, for me, on the sticky face mask as it seems like too much gooey work along with mask disposal. How long did the whole hydration process last?  I mean an hour later after landing were you now thirsty along with having dry facial skin? TMI on my queries? Probably not a problem, as when I post this comment there are over 1600 other comments! Whether inappropriately or appropriately this comment will be hidden.🤣

Posted to Nik Starow (RE: Prosecution Denied Access of Phone Records of K.Read's parents)12/01/2024

I wonder if there are any legal precedents for getting the respondents' (aka judges and attorneys) regarding cell phone/email records for any communications from or mentioning the DA of Norfolk County,  Michael W. Morrissey? Yes Judge Cannone denied the prosecution's request for the private phone records of Karen Read's friends and relatives, but as was said in this video public officials are subject to different criteria.

Posted to penguinz0 (RE: Concert Prices) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/01/2024

I got priced out of most concert tickets years ago. So long ago that fees and scalpers were my only nemeses (yes folks that is the plural of nemesis per Google AI). The widespread scourge that is dynamic pricing has simply transported me into the "not in my lifetime" realm. BTW Can we have a very short, pointless discussion on that term, "dynamic pricing"...I mean talk about your euphemisms that descriptor makes it sound like a fun theme park ride or magical happenings. 

Posted to Gold Shaw Farm (RE: Moving?) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/02/2024

While I am not a farmer, a move to another country as Morgan said, is complicated for any immigrants no matter the species. My home is not only a structure rather firmly ensconced in its current area, it is also where emotionally, I am also rather firmly connected. I agree that this is the time to spend additional attention to local government. Whoever (or whatever as, there be 'bots ahead) "Western Hemisphere aka A Viewer who Loves America" is, I thank them for triggering an interesting thought experiment for Morgan Gold to mull over. As a viewer, I need that chicken and the egg video. Also I am sure that most of us would love a conclusion to The Mysterious Evaporation of Sir Porkington".  Who knows what could happen should Netflix decide to film and stream that topic as a new series.

Posted to Chase Hughes(RE: How to "shut down" a narcissist safely)Uploaded to You Tube 12/02/2024

While I am currently self-employed, very long ago in a time before that pandemic which hit us all, I worked in a cubicle "jungle". The strategies discussed in this video are good survival techniques. I use the term survival in terms of not having your boss or co-worker be responsible for your either voluntary or involuntary departure from the business. However, I also noticed a good many of these strategies would also work great with toddlers and teenagers.😉

Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Ezra Miller Interview) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/02/22024

Maybe I am being too literal, but doesn't the red stain on the hands sort of match the red stain on the tee shirt? I do not know what Ezra Miller's internal demons are, but I am guessing by the behavior, the sniffing a bit and making no sense that one or more controlled or even illegal substances was involved. I think the higher powers (aka studio executives) let Ezra Miller get away with a lot because they saw currency signs not a person who was struggling with self-control. FUTURE TOPIC: I know press junkets can be problematic for all concerned, but have you been on one that was handled professionally and without drama? What made it a good (or a bad) junket?

Posted to Smokey Glow (RE: The Evolution of Mikayla Nogueira) Uploaded on 12/02/2024

Her accent is a bit off (I am from Eastern Massachusetts area). It almost sounds like she is trying for a Russian or a generic Eastern European sound. I have only watched her infrequently, but I noticed some subversive, snarky humor along with the obvious product placements. I LOVE subversive, snarky humor. I get product ideas from all over social media. When it comes to an actual purchase I go to Sephora or Ulta or Amazon or even CVS to buy what I can afford. I am human though, if a company sells pretty glittery and matte colors of eye shadow in an even prettier palette case then charge under $25, I will try it at least once whether social media wants me to buy it or not.😉

posted to antphrodite (RE: Women vs. Men) Uploaded onto You Tube on 12/02/2024  

Those we put into power who are in charge of making, passing and administering laws appear to think it is 1946-1950. I feel schools, health care, child care, body autonomy and jobs that employ women in management positions is being set back to mid 20th century.  At the moment, I feel numb and apathetic which is better then being depressed about things beyond my control.  I hope ant is correct about the jump forward and I hope it happens in my lifetime. Probably odd READING REQUEST: Melania Trump's next 4 years. IMO a shocked Melania Trump after her spouse's first win agreed to play the political game and cosplay as First Lady. From 2025-2029 I would be very surprised if she even set one stiletto heel in Washington DC, never mind The White House.

Posted to Jessica Kellgren-Fozard (RE: Advent Calendars) Uploaded onto You Tube on 11/19/2024

(my comment was on 12/03/2024). As this video just posted to my feed, You Tube's algorithm gets a 👎 from me.  My absolute favorite was the Advent Musical Box with a different track for each day. It is charming, fun, adorable, entertaining and I am going to check out that link. Of course, should anyone be roaming around gifting Advent Boxes (a thought that is both scary and charming) I would not refuse the contents of items such as chocolate, makeup or poetry. I know that the time ahead looks less than promising, so we should cherish family, friends and neighbors along with assistance given where it is in our power and ability to do so.  Love and please 🤟.

Posted to LTL Media (RE: "Drama") Uploaded onto You Tube on 12/02/2024

Backlash usually comes from a combination of fear, misunderstanding and a lack of information. I am not very eloquent hence my previous statement is a "lifted" mash-up of that famous Yoda (Star Wars) quote regarding the existence and lure of the dark side. Justice for Officer John O'Keefe and freedom for Karen Read are in no way mutually exclusive. Yes You Tube monetizes content, yes discussing this case is content, but an active, trustworthy, accountable platform is a necessity to publicize the corruption and incompetence which is doing so much damage. Legacy media, cable tv and other dinosaurs raging against extinction, seemingly no longer have the will or the ability to know the difference between reporting based on provable facts and editorials based on personal opinions. Facts and editorials can coexist, as long as their motives are clear. The 2 concepts of Justice and Freedom are ideals that we must always aspire to and fight for in this time and in this place.  (Sorry for rant, lately it has been difficult to maintain optimistic outlook.)

Posted to Smokey Glow (Bougie Holiday Gift Catalogues) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/03/2024

That was a HILARIOUS video and made me SO happy (not laughing much these days). HOWEVER...I have a theory on all this. Full disclosure I am not a social scientist, I am not obscenely (or any variety) wealthy, I do not know any obscenely wealthy person with whom I can do a ride share to Cannes on their private jet.  All that being disclosed, my uneducated hypothesis is that these luxury catalogs are the rich person's version of a joke store. Chortle, chortle, here's your frisbee, oops flying disc or here is your wacky dinner tray for eating in front of your 80 foot home screen during cozy evenings at your Aspen chalet.

Posted to Runkle of The Bailey (RE: Review of the Bryna) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/03/2024

When Runkle was saying that the pig eyes should be put in something shaped like a human eye socket for testing, I still wasn't expecting a skull with seemingly more aesthetically pleasing teeth than I have to be that placement. It looked to me that the Byrna was only a few inches (or millimeters) away from the pig eye. I am guessing Canadian law does not specify distance when using this test to determine the category of a weapon? If I am that close to anyone, even with an unsharpened pencil, as long as my arm was steady couldn't even said pencil also piece an eye? Byrna should be actually pleased with this review. A consultant being paid for such a report would probably charge the company into the thousands. This review pointed out quite clearly (I understood it and I can barely assemble and/or fire a super soaker accurately) the positives and the negatives and even a possible future should Byrna license their patent out to manufacturers.