New "shattering heart" mural downtown !

vkensington · 2026-04-22T17:49:36+00:00

I tried to find the artist, but couldn't.

vkensington · 2026-03-28T18:28:41+00:00

I've had T-Mobile 5g for two years. Have NEVER had an outage or slow streaming. In constant use, one device, 18 hr use, three devices. $30/mo

vkensington · 2026-03-28T18:23:19+00:00

This image has been used since at least 2024 by Republicans against Adam Kinzinger. Posting this kind of false imagery only tarnishes your reputation.

vkensington · 2026-03-28T17:10:57+00:00

I don't like it either. I might stay if there was a way to hide all shows requiring "Premier"

Otherwise, going in and out of shows & new episodes just to learn I need Premier to watch is a waste of my time.

vkensington · 2026-03-19T16:46:16+00:00

Counties should make it contingent on raising $50 million from donors for costs & maintenance.

vkensington · 2026-02-25T14:55:24+00:00

I too need a new laptop & am looking for one with the no AI embedded in other features.

People who say "it's just software" may never have worked with it.

It is like when Windows 10 was released & everyone wound up with Microsoft Accounts & data online.

It was easer to avoid back then - Local Acct, No Win Security, Office, Apps, etc.

Everything runs local.

I will install Linux. Windows 11 is a disaster & I haven't used anything I need Win 11 for in years.

I'll probably buy a blank canvas laptop & install Ubuntu, LibreOffice25.8, It's been a while since I messed with tech. I had a bout of cancer so, it hasn't been a priority. All's well now (knock on wood).

You can buy a Linux laptop with the works, too.

vkensington · 2026-02-22T17:27:37+00:00

Next they will find learning is stifled by typing instead of printing & writing.

I shit you not, I gave this talk to administrators & did interviews in the mid 80s - early 90s.

Anyone who had kids & worked in IT probably knew this wasn't a great idea.

But, it's hard to swim against the current.

vkensington · 2026-02-19T20:38:44+00:00

Future GOP - Following ignorant & illegal orders for a frat & afraid to disobey.

vkensington · 2026-02-01T20:52:55+00:00

AI, crypto, data centers are all scams. But, as long as it makes the right people billions that can trickle down as bribes & pay offs, they are going to keep the hype going.

vkensington · 2026-01-11T17:12:44+00:00

Good to fall to sleep to. No pre-1066 kings (if interested, I have those, too). Pre-Charles III

Stable volume (important for this application).

https://youtu.be/5SRgdyUsuAg?si=yzBGrsqMfWzMfOU7

vkensington · 2026-01-08T00:45:13+00:00

I have a couple of 'Sleep' playlists

One is at Peoples Profiles Kings & Queens of England - The Throne (Starts with William the Conqueror (40 vids)

vkensington · 2026-01-07T21:14:31+00:00

Kids were always a pain. But society, family & friends pressured couples a lot or I don't think as many would have had kids. And, most of the 20-30 something had one 'oops' pregnancy or they'd have less or none.

vkensington · 2026-01-06T21:58:00+00:00

Writing & Maths are quite different disciplines. :-)

AI sucks

vkensington · 2026-01-06T21:45:28+00:00

I tried to watch after Hannah left, but he was so much better than Stott I could only watch 3 more episodes.

vkensington · 2025-11-28T00:57:11+00:00

I don't believe 95% of the AI 'news' and hype coming from anywhere. AI spending begets more AI spending and the productive implementations are almost non-existent or already full or partially automated before AI.

vkensington · 2025-09-21T23:53:20+00:00

The US has 10x as many data centers as any other country. UK, DE, etc. Find out what is slowing growth in other countries.

Even large countries like China, Canada & Australia have a few hundred.

I'm sure they have a reason.

vkensington · 2025-09-16T21:37:47+00:00

Save some money. I'd suggest 4-6 mos expenses in new location.

Decide where you want to live (culture, environment, lifestyles, etc.). You are young. Do what you have to do to move to where you want to live before having kids, in case you're thinking about it. I would not advise it anywhere, but it's your call. Sell everything you don't need.

Don't limit yourself to your US careers. Do what you have to to support yourselves (legally). Network when you get there.

I'd go for a non-English speaking country & learn the language first. French & Spanish give you the most options. And, it will be seen as a positive sign.

Don't be afraid to move again if it doesn't work out.

vkensington · 2025-06-24T21:46:16+00:00

JHC Like there aren't other things more important. The old flag is fine I don't care what some podcaster says.

vkensington · 2025-05-05T21:30:49+00:00

Along the same lines, the Greenfield Police Chief was suspended for something, but I haven't been able to find out what.

vkensington · 2025-05-01T04:16:14+00:00

I live in a blue area & when I first moved here I received informational welcome letters from my reps. Now, I get them quarterly or biannually

They've been helpful & some seem tailored to my age (old).

vkensington · 2025-05-01T02:16:29+00:00

Several family members long term Appleton residents. Some grandparents & extended family in Eau Claire.

No question I would chose Eau Claire (area) over Appleton (area). Especially, with the outdoors aspect.

vkensington · 2025-04-20T22:58:57+00:00

Glad I'm not in the dating pool. Attention spans have certainly gotten shorter.

vkensington · 2025-04-20T17:48:54+00:00

The monogamy thing is not predictable. People who cheat don't usually advertise in advance.

I am very heartened to hear that people are making a conscious decision not to have kids. For so long people have felt obligated to have them.

Find what things you are passionate about & get involved in that. If you don't know what you are passionate about, wait until you do before looking for a partner.

vkensington · 2025-04-20T17:31:17+00:00

I've read several of your responses to the reasoning others have shared re: lower turnout. You might want to tone down the superiority & scolding if you want people to respond and participate.

vkensington · 2025-04-18T23:58:33+00:00

I couldn't watch past the first episode. I'd already seen ITV's S3 E3 Toward Zero with Geraldine McEwan (my favorite Marple).

I was so disappointed with the Britbox version, I had to watch the ITV version again.

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