Thanks. I'll check it out

Neither am I but learned it in the 90's. This S, apparently, has a long history if you feel like jumping down a google rabbit hole.

I think this is absurd. Libraries are places of knowledge and curiosity. If people aren't thinking critically about what they read, the government shouldn't put the blame on libraries and librarians. They need to be more worried about educating the public by funding schools to teach students through critical thinking instead of memorization. Yes, that'll be harder to achieve, but the change will be transformative.

This was a hilarious read. Thanks for posting.

This is disgusting, preying as a health and fitness group and slowly grooming their minds to align with their ideals, if they aren't already.

I agree. A fine for damage could've been used instead.

Yes, this is a beautiful photo. I know nothing about photography, but I appreciate your effort in capturing and sharing that moment.

I just finished creating a chatbot trained off Microsoft's dialogpt, and it felt really weird talking to it. I asked it if it had any plans and it responded with going to the beach in the south of France. I then shut it off.

It just felt weird to talk to it and hearing its response. Yes, there was a 3 sec delay, but I think I'll just put it aside for now.

Besides that, everything else has been going well. I'll be heading on vacation next week to see NASA's rocket launch to Europa.

I just purchased my first car today. I've never needed a car before because paying for Uber was cheaper, but now with my new job, transportation costs will be lower with a car.

I'm excited and nervous at the same time. I've heard about the stress that comes with driving, but never experienced it with a brand new car that I just purchased.

I'm also trying to find a good name for the car, but it should come to me in due time. Overall, I think it's worth it and that I'll hopefully feel less stressed the more I drive.

I didn't know pushing dogs over was a thing. Seems kind of mean to me

My week is starting off pretty good. I feel like a different person. I've got new plans for my life and have accepted the world that I live in. After all the hardship I've been through, I think that time has finally passed. I just need to flow with the river of life and see where it takes me.

My week has had it's ups and downs. The down is that I'm still sick and can barely sleep due to coughing every fifteen minutes. The major up though is that the company I interviewed for two weeks ago called and told me they'd like me to come on board with them, which I'm excited for.

If that's the government's goal and people are are willing to let that happen without a fight, then we may as well give up our free will and just obey as we're told. This is a disgrace imo.

Mine has been alright. A few minor inconveniences, but they're over now. That is all.

Thanks. I just hope the weather gets better in Florida by next week.

My week has been alright. I'm still looking for another job where I can progress rather than being stuck in the same position, but it could be worse. I decided stop trying to reconnect with my dad since he has another family which is a whole other story.

I've also set my vacation plans for NYC for the holidays which I'll be looking forward to. Other than that, though, it's been fine. No major complaints.

Yes. IMO if you want a smart tv just connect your laptop or computer to it. I'll never buy a "smart" tv

Well, keep at it. I'll be looking forward to seeing the progression in your photos.

Holidays are going well. Visited NYC but spent more money than I expected, though. Also spent some time with my relatives, which was nice. Will be heading back to work for new year's Eve, but that's fine. Overall, it was a nice and fun trip.

Also visited a coin shop to add to my collection.

Work has been stressful due to the social politics

Yes. Their YouTube channel popped up when scrolling and now I'm hooked.

On their history page, the first paragraph starts with, "Beginning as a student and volunteer-run 10-watt radio station in 1972...".

Thanks. It was a present for myself for my 10th anniversary of being cancer free.

Mine has been going alright. I learned that I need to work on my conversational skills. I just don't know how because when discussing topics in my head it flows easily, but when trying to say my thoughts out loud, I just blank out.

I know I wasn't all like this when I was younger, but now I need to pause after each word to come up with this sentence.

So, I'll try being more active in commenting instead of lurking to help my words flow.

My week couldn't be better. Thank you for asking.

My week has been going alright. I pitched an idea to my boss earlier this week and it's been okay'd, but I kinda regret it, due to the extra work with no increase in pay. I don't know if I want to do this, but it's already too late.

On the plus side, the hot water is finally working in my shower, which is nice.

Because my mom wants me to.

Have a clear set of long-term goals for yourself, ie career, where you want to live, and what you want to be. Set deadlines for each with steps on how to do it.

It's time to start building the rest of your life. It won't be easy but you'll be doing it for you, so make it worthwhile.

It's a Nissan Kicks SV, compact crossover, 122hp/FWD. I also chose it for storing my luggage when moving or traveling.

I do like the noise it makes when accelerating and it reminds me of a small dog barking at something 5x it's size. The car feels light and smooth when driving, as well. I'm heading in that direction so, if you have any suggestions, let me know.

Not much. Just went grocery shopping and relaxed in the pool. It's been raining for the past two weeks, but today was sunny, and it was perfect. I don't know what I'll do tomorrow, since there's a chance of rain, but if it's still sunny when I wake up, I'll head on the new trail by my place.

I also liked what you were listening to. Jazz is underrated imo.

You bring up a good point. Thank you for that. I also didn't know that a simple comment could have such an effect. Nonetheless, I still feel like having something tangible would still be nice, so I'll be sure to use biodegradable business cards. Thank you.

Thanks for the support. I know it isn't going to be easy for me and that I'll have to work my butt off for I don't know how long, but if I can pull it off, I'll be so happy with myself. I'll see what happens in due time. If all else fails after everything I've done, I'll cry, laugh and say that I at least tried my best.

Yea.

Here's Tiesto's Adagio for Strings with a live orchestra

Just started playing Space Engineers on Steam. That feeling of finally making a ship that can get into space with enough fuel to get to the next planet couldn't be better.

Thank you for sharing. I really appreciate you for taking the effort in your response. The playlist was a new experience for me and I wish you the best.

I'm not sure how you want your learning sessions, but I just use ChatGPT for a project I had and it explains everything with the code to work from

I'm on the fence about giving money to homeless people on the streets, but am all for donating to / volunteering for organizations that help them.

My reason starts with how organized and strategic they can be. For example, I was waiting at a bus stop downtown and there were three homeless people planning out which intersections they were splitting to next and how they were going to divide the total afterwards.

Second example in downtown. There's a guy begging for food in the mall, so I take him to the nearest food stand, we both order a meal, and eat at a table. He was talking about his plan to get off the streets and all and went back to refill his drink after eating. During that time, I went to the cashier for something and she told me he's with a few others that come back pretty regularly. When we get back to the table, he then tells me that he needs $10 for a place to stay for the night and then leads me to the nearest atm. Once we're there, I tell him everything the cashier told me and he doesn't say anything with an "ok you caught me look". I still give him the money even though he knows that I know he'll be back doing the same thing.

I know this is is not the case for all homeless people, such as the meal I had with one with mental disabilities, but it's a mixed bag. Just do what you can and don't feel bad if you can't.

A classic from IT Crowd

That sounds like a book I'd be interested in. Thank you for sharing it with me.