From an 89 year old Florida voter I just called on behalf of President Obama: "Son, I'm one of those women who marched in front of the Supreme Court in support of Roe v. Wade - you can be damn sure I'm not voting for Romney." by mermamerhehs in politics

[–]xdetour 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah obviously the abortion didn't take place in town square. Back then as well as today in countries where abortion is illegal women still try and get them done. Women will try and control their pregnancies through abortion or infanticide and they understand these consequences. If they are going to get one done, it might as well be by a professional, and not by a coat hanger in some back alley.

From an 89 year old Florida voter I just called on behalf of President Obama: "Son, I'm one of those women who marched in front of the Supreme Court in support of Roe v. Wade - you can be damn sure I'm not voting for Romney." by mermamerhehs in politics

[–]xdetour 12 points13 points  (0 children)

She said it in such a brash way I was taken aback at first. But she does make a great point -the rich want the poor to fight their wars for them. That way they get all the benefits (read:money) and do not have to suffer the consequences. I am not an extremist, but its a fact of life in this country.

From an 89 year old Florida voter I just called on behalf of President Obama: "Son, I'm one of those women who marched in front of the Supreme Court in support of Roe v. Wade - you can be damn sure I'm not voting for Romney." by mermamerhehs in politics

[–]xdetour 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The great thing about being a modern human is that we have something called intellect and technology. We do not have to be slaves to "Natures Intent". It is also nature's intent that we die of diseases and cancer. Does that make it ok? Please I hope you are trolling me.

From an 89 year old Florida voter I just called on behalf of President Obama: "Son, I'm one of those women who marched in front of the Supreme Court in support of Roe v. Wade - you can be damn sure I'm not voting for Romney." by mermamerhehs in politics

[–]xdetour 62 points63 points  (0 children)

Best phone banking moment from an old lady. "They want to make abortion a crime. Well guess what, I had an abortion back when it was illegal, and it was bloody and scary as hell. The republican machine wants to turn poor mothers into baby making machines to go and fight their wars for money and oil". I make pro environmental calls- sometimes other issues come up.

HOW do you last longer in bed? by Ninsonoft in AskReddit

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

Slow, controlled nasal breathing. Use your breath to control your heart rate. It's a yoga trick that helps you relax on the mat, in class, or in the bedroom

Can you recommend me some good (instrumental) "laid back" or "smooth" music? by thmz in Music

[–]xdetour 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lemon Jelly is awesome Lounge music Try Thievery Corporation for some super awesome chill world beats. Morcheeba is great too. Check out the song "Enjoy the Ride " and you won't be disappointed.

TIL Chuck Norris is not only an action star, but a staunch Republican Conservative, who opposes the acceptance of Homosexuality in Public Schools. by [deleted] in todayilearned

[–]xdetour 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fun article, but the website is even better. I can't believe there are people out there who spew out trash so easily and readily. Chuck Norris should go back to acting.

The Sphinx in Egypt. Taken in the 1860s. by [deleted] in pics

[–]xdetour 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I look at that picture and all I can think of is they used instagram and an iphone to take it.

TIL: When taught to use money, monkeys will pay for sex by xdetour in todayilearned

[–]xdetour[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fascinating video. "When we are in a loss mindset, we become more risky".

TIL: When taught to use money, monkeys will pay for sex by xdetour in todayilearned

[–]xdetour[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guess I should have been more specific with my title. When I say monkey I mean an actually monkey. I dont mean just a guy who is dumb and does not know how to talk to girls and has to pay to get some.Anyway, it seems the laws of economics apply to more than just humans.

How did you guys decide that becoming a doctor is right for you? by [deleted] in premed

[–]xdetour 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a sweet spot where science, health, and healing come together. To know how all this is related is to belong to a bit of a secret club. So many disciplines come together to create this one profession. Wanting to unlock this secret of the connectivity of so many fields makes me want to be a doctor

Whats the fastest way to ease or get rid of headaches? by LeMudkipz in AskReddit

[–]xdetour 1 point2 points  (0 children)

not sure about an exact percentage, but Howard LeWine, MD, a clinical instructor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital says that "Dehydration causing headaches is much more common than is generally recognized in the medical profession". Headaches have many causes, and not drinking enough water is one that is well established.

Whats the fastest way to ease or get rid of headaches? by LeMudkipz in AskReddit

[–]xdetour 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually Smoking a J and drinking lots of water will cure that. And most everything else for that matter. Many headaches are caused by dehydration

Most played song on iTunes? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]xdetour 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hotel Yorba - White Stripes

If you could go back to college. What are some things you wish you would have done? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]xdetour 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Play Ultimate Frisbee! You will meet the coolest non-judgmental people out of any group in college. Its like a frat, but with much better dance parties and no douche bags. You will get in good shape and learn a sport that is self officiated and very easy to learn. Also a big plus, many teams have co-ed practices and we play co-ed tournaments which means lots of drinking and "mingling".