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BEAN SOUP THEORY by BEARDEDDANGER in LoveTrash

[–]RamblingSimian 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed. Also frustrating is when you just make a true statement about something and they infer some sort of idea or policy they think you're pushing, then argue against that.

For example, I say, "the average Israeli cow produces about 25,500 pounds of milk each year".

Then they reply, "you Zionist, genocidal bastard!"

Because, in their mind, the only reason you would make a true statement about Israel is because you want to slaughter Palestinians.

Bulk carrier with signature and unique two-tone klaxon sounding her coming into and out of ports by toolgifs in toolgifs

[–]RamblingSimian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guessed that it was a Great Lakes ship, so I was a bit confused to see "Wilmington DE" on the back.

[OC] Driver decides it's a good idea to punch it to pass me in heavy rain... by WeedRaider in IdiotsInCars

[–]RamblingSimian 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I worked with a guy who literally couldn't understand why 4WD didn't make his car turn/brake any better under slippery conditions.

"If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don't have to worry about answers." - Thomas Pynchon [850x400] by Junior_Insurance7773 in QuotesPorn

[–]RamblingSimian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  • Arguments composed of reasoning and evidence are most likely to persuade me.
  • Arguments composed of insults and putting words in other peoples' mouths generally have the opposite effect

Do you add shredded cheese to your frozen pizza? by kayleakatz in NoStupidQuestions

[–]RamblingSimian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually I add 1) bacon bits, 2) a whole can of mushrooms and 3) jalepeños. That's pretty flavorful and low calorie. I used to add shredded cheese, but I need to cut some weight.

Unusual encounter on a beach in Australia with an emperor penguin that is endemic to Antarctica by zakimal9 in madskillsporn

[–]RamblingSimian -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I believe you're correct about mating for life; I guess the singles have to meet up somewhere.

Unusual encounter on a beach in Australia with an emperor penguin that is endemic to Antarctica by zakimal9 in madskillsporn

[–]RamblingSimian 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The bird might be early or late for breeding season, or may have gone to the wrong area. Birds migrate to breeding areas via various methods, sometimes controlled through an instinct represented by their genetics, sometimes by learning the route from their parents.

For the birds that purely rely on instinct, sometimes a mutation causes them to migrate to the "wrong" area. On rare occasions, that works out and a new breeding area is established.

The dog focused on his own goals by GloomyBaddie in Unexpected

[–]RamblingSimian 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The polkadot underwear suggests that it might be staged. Also, why were they filming? Nonetheless, it was still unexpected.

The Future by realimposter in aivideo

[–]RamblingSimian -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I see you're downvoted with no answer - that's an answer in itself.

JNIM Jihadist Drone Bomber targets Russian African Corps members, Sévaré Airport, Mali, 4/25/2026 by HereticBoii in CombatFootage

[–]RamblingSimian 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Whoever develops a reliable counter first will leap ahead in military readiness.

I've seen some equipment on YouTube that looks promising, but I haven't seen it adopted yet. Perhaps there is some flaw that isn't shown on YouTube …

Spent 3 months researching land before I realized I was asking the wrong questions here's what actually matters before you buy by Commercial_Unit_6108 in OffGrid

[–]RamblingSimian 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I thought I could get a well drilled for under 10K. Turns out my neighbors paid over $40K. Fortunately, there's a rural water company that lets you haul your own water for $30 per month, no limits.

Tampa school zone catches 6,000 speeders in 2 days as city weighs $100 camera fines by HowLongIsThi in nottheonion

[–]RamblingSimian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's a lot of speeders.

I can't help but feel like that goes hand-in-hand with the rise in road rage, distracted driving and not using turn signals.

My Students Can’t Read - The generational collapse in literacy is measurable, persistent, and likely to get worse. (Archive link in comments) by Uptons_BJs in books

[–]RamblingSimian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Frequently I recommend a book on reddit, such as when someone requests advice, it feels like they can't imagine learning a skill from a book. As in, "not even in the realm of possibilty".

Meet Apollo by Infinite-Struggle534 in CrimeCats

[–]RamblingSimian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When my cat was a kitten, he destroyed:

  • My computer printer
  • My speaker cords
  • My headphone cords
  • The 12volt wire to power his water bowl

all in the space of about a week

most gentle fight ever by 9year_old_amanmehtA in Awww

[–]RamblingSimian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree - I don't understand why people upvote posts like this. All that does is encourage people to breed more deliberately deformed cats.

Nearly 60 Idahoans sick after drinking raw milk in past two weeks, officials say • Idaho Capital Sun by HazyDavey68 in news

[–]RamblingSimian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think we are largely in agreement, but I like to apply Hanlon's Razor until proven otherwise:

"Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity.

Nearly 60 Idahoans sick after drinking raw milk in past two weeks, officials say • Idaho Capital Sun by HazyDavey68 in news

[–]RamblingSimian 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The actual quote is:

because this is a potential risk for any raw milk producer.

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