I haven't been reading anything during a sit-down break in the bathroom for a long time now, until lately. I found an old book of totally politically incorrect ethnic jokes and have been reading that one while on the throne, and that seems appropriate. But back in the day, we had a magazine rack in the bathroom and we had some choice reading material for when we had some time to kill. Some of my favorite material from back in the day follows, just remember my list is from a whole family of influences, from Mom and Dad down to the youngest, not just my own.

Reader's Digest. Need I say more? The title says it all. The short condensed stories were just long enough to complete the mission and are on a variety of topics for everyone in the family. National Geographic was another family mag that was on the bathroom rack.

The daily newspaper, particularly the sports and comics sections. I wasn't a big sports fan, but everyone reads the sports section while doing their business. The comics section was always good even if it was from the previous Sunday.

Thinking of comics, The Freak Brothers and Mr Natural come to mind, good alternatives from my older brothers along with Easy Rider Magazine and the locally published newspaper from the head shop.

My younger brother is a drummer and couldn't take a dump without a recent copy of Modern Drummer magazine. I was into Guitar Player for one year, but I was more into different sports mags, mostly ones about fishing. I never had to have any particular publication to get the train out of the station. Of course, dirty magazines were out of the question and only to be found out in the garage, shed or in bedroom closets, plus none of that would facilitate a bowl movement anyway.

So, does anyone have anything to add?

Welcome to clown world 4.0 2025. 
(From Food and Wine Magazine, no less)

https://www.foodandwine.com/kfc-hismile-...n-11706210

KFC is introducing a fried chicken-flavored toothpaste, and (sigh) it apparently features flavors inspired by all of KFC’s 11 herbs and spices. The Texas-based chain announced the stunt this morning, calling it a “full-on flavor takeover” of your oral care routine.

Like biting into a hot, juicy piece of KFC Original Recipe Chicken, this toothpaste is irresistible, coating your teeth in flavor while leaving your mouth feeling fresh and clean,” the press release explains. 

This started as an April Fools’ joke, but we thought — why not make it real?” Hismile marketing manager Koban Jones said in a statement. “We love pushing boundaries, and what better way to do that than by bringing KFC’s legendary flavors into an everyday essential? This collab is bold, unexpected, and seriously fun.”

"Sigh" is right----how far we've fallen. 

This is hilarious as well as thought provoking. It's wild what some people can piece together. But, to be honest, I saw even deeper into these commercials and there is some deep subliminal messaging going on in these seemingly harmless commercials for kids.

Quote:Episode 1 - Into The Air Britain and France confront Germany in a contest that will be determined by a combination of individual bravery and sweeping advances in the mechanics of conflict.

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The beast is approaching.




Supercell near Broken Bow, Nebraska.




Supercell near near Broadus, Montana







Desert lightning







Alvord Desert, Oregon




Powerful swells on the Oregon Coast




Rolling clouds over mountains




Yosemite Falls

The real motives behind the threats, sanctions, and escalations go deeper than "nuclear fears."

Here’s what’s really happening from the perspective of a Syrian living in Germany.

Iran learned a brutal lesson from its neighbors:

Iraq: Invaded.

Libya: Dismantled.

North Korea: Untouched (thanks to nukes).

The message? No deterrence = vulnerability. So why is the U.S. really demanding that Iran abandon its nuclear program?

Iran’s tough choice:

Surrender? The regime collapses.
Fight? The economy crashes.

With Iran’s currency in free fall, war becomes more likely by the day.

Quote:NO THANK YOU, MR. PRESIDENT, AND SOME ADVICE, YOUR MAJESTY

March 28, 2025 / Joseph P. Farrell

Well, you may have heard that President Trump has been considering a favorable response from Britain's King Charles III to join the British Commonwealth of Nations as an "associate" member. See these articles shared by W.G. and V.T. (with our gratitude):

Trump weighs in on British Commonwealth offer

Trump says he would be happy for US to become ‘associate’ Commonwealth member

I debated very long and hard on how I would blog about this story, or even if it would be a typical blog. Part of me - and I admit, a big part of me - wanted to do so as an "open letter" to both men. I decided to nix that idea, because it would end up being a longer litany of complaints than the original Declaration of Independence, and would include such new miseries being inflicted on the American people like the "sovereign wealth fund" which will, we are "informed", consist of some crypto-"currency" "assets", and so on.

I had planned a long section on a newly revised and updated section following that marvellous passage "But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security," which would include various new usurpations and abuses - crypto-currencies, FASAB 56 regulations, laws being passed without having ever been read by our "representatives", autopens being used by incompetent and senile avatar presidents, and so on, I decided that it would take far too much energy, and would not really answer the question of "what, exactly, is really going on here?"

So, just to be clear, the United Kingdumb - as one of this website's members from that country likes to call it - is a mess of its own, and a mess because of the globalooney policies pursued and favored by its ruling elite. Somewhere along the way, even His Majesty's predecessor and mother began to have misgivings about the project of destroying the country she ostensibly ruled by flooding it with "migrants", migrants who  had and would entertain no purpose of assimilation, for she "invited" the country's vice premier to tea and dinner at the Palace, during which she asked him if he could name three good things about the European Union.  In terms of the protocols of politics within that country, that was about as close to an open royal rebuke of the European Union as one could get. Otherwise, the royal family seems to be intent on running  away from using any of the reserved powers of the crown as fast as it can. In this country, we would call one such use a presidential pocket veto. In Britain, the monarch would simply refuse to sign a bill of parliament into law. Would such an action provoke a constitutional crisis there?

Absolutely. And it is needed. Imagine a monarch who stood with the people and against the globaloonies running  the various "Tory" and "Labour" governments, and you get the idea.

In a country where the current Labour government seems intent upon ignoring all the rights of its people and importing Americans whom it doesn't like to stand trial for statements made in contradiction to British law and policy, it may be time for the Crown to say, this far, and no farther. It would be fun to watch, and long overdue. (And here's a hint, Your Majesty: You might start by being more pro-active in the process of more carefully vetting, and selecting, bishops for your Church of unimpeachable orthodoxy, rather than the gaggle of idiots who have presided over its apostasy of the past few decades. But I digress...)

I am saying, to Mr. Trump, "No thank you, Mr. President."  We fought a WAR to be free of that system, once and for all. I do not wish to see this country used as an agent of influence to pull the mother country's fat out of the globalooney fire that past decades of Labour-Tory misgovernance have put it  - and its commonwealth - into.

The beginning of the decline, the beginning of the Euro-nonsense and globaloney, began with the ouster of Mrs. Thatcher, and has continued apace since then with the governments of Mr. Major, and continuing further with the governments of Mssrs.  Blair and Cameron and Johnson  and those of Mmes. Truss and May. I do not want any association or status for this  country in the Commonwealth because, Mr. President, as your own Vice-President has made clear, Europe - and Great Britain - have utterly abandoned many of the principles for which this country fought during its revolution, among them the right of free speech: why would we wish any association with a country whose current premier wants to extradite Americans expressing their opinions to Britain to try them under British law for violations of that government's policy, as has been called for by elements within its own government-controlled press, and elements of its political class!?!?

This goes way beyond the principles for which we not only fought the Revolution, but the War of 1812. Can we honestly say that the administrations of Jefferson or Madison would have countenanced such an "associate membership" in a commonwealth headed by a government that did this or even contemplated doing this to American citizens? Mr. President, we have little in common with, and nothing - nothing whatsoever - to gain or learn from Mr. Starmer's festering pustule of a "government", and should not associate in any way with it.  You cannot drain a swamp at home while lining up for the crypto-currency scam at home and signing on to the oldest and most practised exemplar of globalism and imperialism abroad.

Do not misunderstand me. I have deep and abiding sympathy for the English, Welsh, Scottish, and Irish people of Great Britain. I do. I love the country and its traditional manifestation. I do not, however, regard the current manifestations of those institutions and traditions - beginning with its church - as anything other than a betrayal of them, as a kind of cultural treason. We cannot afford to join those trends there, while trying to combat them here.

Perhaps King Charles is seeking a way to arrest those developments in his country and within the commonwealth over which he reigns. I do not know. I am not privy to his inmost thoughts and councils.  I do know that the reserved powers of the crown are, contrary to the popular imagination, still considerable, though they have not been used in quite some time. Perhaps it is time to start again.

But in the meantime, as for joining this Commonwealth and its current leaders, absolutely, unqualifiedly, NO!  If anything, what we should be doing is rethinking our whole relationship with NATO, the European Union, and the whole "special relationship" with Britain along the lines of George Washington's advice: stay out of all of it.

See you on the slip side...

Good afternoon, Rogue-Nation!

I’ve recently started growing my own food. My journey began with some flower seeds for the yard, and I’ve had great success with growing flowers. Since I’d never attempted growing anything from seed before, I bought a small setup and began planting seeds in soil. As the flowers sprouted and thrived in the yard, I decided to expand and try growing some of my own produce.

I started with cucumber and bell pepper seeds. The cucumber plant is doing great—it sprouted yesterday and already looks like a strong, healthy plant. The bell peppers, however, are still in the early stages with only small sprouts visible.

I also purchased a tomato plant. I placed it in a larger container and decided to experiment with a raised garden, mainly because of the rabbits and other wildlife around here.

The tomato plant, which I named "Ludell" after my grandmother (who grew the best tomatoes), seemed to thrive in its first week. However, I noticed some yellowing of the lower leaves. I suspect I may have overwatered it. Additionally, I realized I hadn’t added enough fertilizer when I repotted it. After adding a little fertilizer, Ludell bounced back for a day or two. However, today the leaves have brown edges and yellow spots.

I’ve done some research online and found many suggestions, including using soil test kits. However, I’d prefer to learn through the experience and wisdom of others who have more hands-on knowledge.

If any of you seasoned gardeners can offer advice on how to care for a tomato plant like Ludell, I would greatly appreciate it. My hope is to grow some tomatoes that would make my granny proud.

Thank you in advance for your help!

A little meat to gnaw on. Our future, ladies and gentlemen. This quantum computer and AI combined will be what "unfolds" it all. 
Video description:
Journey with me as we explore the extraordinary convergence between cutting-edge quantum computing and ancient biblical wisdom. This investigation reveals how humanity's technological achievements may be opening doorways into spiritual dimensions described in scripture thousands of years ago.

Inside, I'm covering:

-How Google's 105-qubit Willow processor, China's Zuchongzhi 3.0, and Microsoft's Majorana 1 are pushing the boundaries of what's possible
-The profound significance of "Elohim" in Hebrew scripture and its connection to quantum physics
-Why leading scientists describe quantum computers as "altars to an alien god"
-The parallels between the quantum observer effect and biblical creation
-Elon Musk's warnings about "summoning the demon" and its spiritual implications

As quantum computing continues its exponential advancement, the veil between physical and spiritual realms grows thinner. Are we witnessing the fulfillment of ancient prophecies? Could these technological gateways be part of humanity's spiritual evolution?

"For we walk by faith, not by sight." - 2 Corinthians 5:7

Join me down a fascinating rabbit hole. ?️  
Science and spirituality might finally be converging to reveal profound truths about our universe, and our place within it.