John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social)
Today, on BS, it's AI post day. It grabs image from the Internet, posts. BS' "block" feature rocks!
Apostolic ministry, reformer, dad x2. North Carolina. http://bit.ly/42zNsXa "For God DID NOT send his Son into the world to condemn the world!! But in order that the world might be saved through him." ~John 3:17
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Today, on BS, it's AI post day. It grabs image from the Internet, posts. BS' "block" feature rocks!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice AI photoshopped. Columbus Day is average peak in Vermont. May be too late. Call ahead. But most hotels will be booked and 2x the price anyway.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Sounds like the cop car in a Tranformers movie: "To Punish and Enslave." Are we now hijacking the word "liberate" like we did "woke," "patriot," et al?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Correct. But "they" love what is happening and pretty much admit it's a hostile takeover of the United States... to "'save' you from yourself." This is the mindset / psychosis.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Proving Fox is not Fox "news."
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Well said!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
While the optics look similar, the attempts at subverting free and fair elections is the grander issue. Right now, despite all of Trump's pomp, he can be voted out. You never want to see that option disappear.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
As I've been saying, gotta start up that "Trump death clock" again. Not Times Square this time, LA..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
They have to. They know they can't rely on CDC atm.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Cool. I've been doing that. Rather than investing in a deep fryer, I my try my hand at French croissants. Tricky, but I'm used to yeast dough.. just haven't been brave enough yet!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
The press release on YT is remarkable.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Donny doesn't know what else to do. It's like giving a 2 year old a bazooka. Eeez theece the trigger?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
It stopped being Fox "News" in 2017. I don't know what it's still being called, "Fox News."
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Ah! Did you bake, airbake, or deep fry? I can't buy donuts here. So *guess what!*
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Looks like IL / Chicago is fully on your team. How about tapping JB Pritzker for your team? IMO that would work..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
You mean the junk they just released? They had plenty of time to edit all of it. Deep State anyone??
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Texas. His new buddy.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I've seen all Bosch @ Prime. Very well done. The set's theme of analog retro vinyl fits. Personally, I'd love a pair of those ESS Heil speakers - but I'd drive them with digital :)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I've studied that era in depth. My dad served during WW-ii. Most of the U.S. really screwed this up back then. You can try to rewrite history but the truth always seems to pop up at the most inopportune times.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Haven't for years. Probably about the time I left them.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
He is the king of lawlessness. Personified.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Without knowing $$, sounds like a great scale for four years..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social)
So.. I love it when someone makes some kind of inflammatory statement then turns off comments. And then boldly says, "block me if you don't like it." Nice of you to offer that. Click.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Oy! The boots + the two masked dudes following kill it!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Every now and then, I visit a MAGA stronghold just to catch the spin. This morning, I saw the term "global eletes." Hadn't seen that is a long time and still have no idea what that is.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Nah, long gone! Would have to recap it and redo foam surrounds. But would be cool as it was pre-Jap audio wars! All USA built..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
My parents had that album. And we played it on a Sylvania Exponent 440, with sealed, foam surround speakers. Revolutionary back in the day..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Waaay too many to count here. You must be in the thousands..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Just was thinking of the film, "Schindler's List." Where the guy tells the SS, "I'm an essential worker!" Then they shoot him in the head. Any "essential voters" in here?? I'm one.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
That banner is at least 3 stories high. I'd like to have one. Would fetch huge $$ on Ebay some day.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
It's moe than simple belief. This is ancient knowledge. Ask a Scott about bagpipes.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
He's hiring low paid SMMs.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social)
Not conspiracy theory: youtu.be/4QUG8czGScU?...
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
What's "News Nation?" Another Fox clone?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
You're correct. Brave new world. More like "stupid" new world.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
NC has an ID requirement. 1st time they asked for my ID, a MAGA poll worker about jumped down my throat when I questioned it. He really should have been more civil. I'll say no more..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Go Newsome!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah, I used to live in MO. That means I used to live there. They have good bass fishing there ~~~
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Ha, very nice! Since you're a culinary person, any thoughts on substituting say "instant yeast" for the b-powder? And maybe chill the dough for an hour?? No worries if you don't respond :)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Ugh. As my mother used to say, "gotta grin and bear it.."
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I'd never go back. They like it and don't care if you do or don't. They should offer WiFi and that's it.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I'd believe you. Why don't you post the recipe, including your drizzle?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, they'll need to react. Local docs are saying, "we've always depended on CDC." But not now..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I've been baking sourdough bread for so long, "factory" bread now tastes horrible to me :)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Nicely put. I'd rank it as *crimes against humanity.*
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
It's not "news" at all, it's propaganda. It's called "news" because it once was. In 2017 Fox dropped their tagline, "Fair and Balanced." Today, it is only profitable junk food for their base.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
You can run the TV off an inverter at maybe 92% efficiency. IMO: Use ChatGPT for your solar system numbers - tell it your load in watt-hours and that you are off-grid. It will spit out all kinds of sample systems for you to drill-down.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice! Sorry to say, though, he wasn't the worst and probably doesn't even qualify as a "Trump Prophet," just an Evangelical influencer turned political - as most of them have.. Their great error..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
No TV. iPad! Depends what works for you :)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I just bought 2 solar panels. For RV use, but still so much fun. Free energy! Remarkable.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Trumpler puppet. How nice.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I like his shirt. But he needs one of them .45 long-Colts pistola.. and some hand-tooled leather boots.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm less worried about the polls than I am who's counting the ballots and what will happen when Tump loses.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Meta's chat is horrible. Me: "Why does Facebook think I'm a MAGA?" Meta: "Facebook uses algorithms..." Me: "What's an algorithm?" Meta: "Think of it like a recipe for your favorite dish..." >>> No joke here people..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Ahh. Nice!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social)
$1.71. Really? "Justify this please." Ebay: "We can't, so we're wiping out the charge." Living in the wild, wild, west.. Post-COVID $$ fun.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Heh, can I queue up the time? E.g. run 20 minutes, sit down enjoy rest of movie ? :)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
She was a MAGA!! $$$ THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Should go to the police officer who was doing his job, basically.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah, here in the US, we're really good at that. And better at destroying the environment now than before.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Heh, probably more accurate than what "those in the know" are saying what Jesus "might say."
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, I agree with at least one point: It sometimes results in people dying. Even MLK Jr. totally understood that.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
The die-hard MAGAs love this. One recently told me, "I need to be saved from myself." What's that sound like?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Mastermind of deception. How many millions were, and still are, deceived?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
It's racism, as I understand it. The approximately 25% of Louisiana house and senate members are black and overwhelmingly democrat. Them good 'ole boys are at it again..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
He's playing golf:) He's got a team of SMMs posting on his account..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
With vigilance. - Don't eat in restaurants (I don't). - Carefully shop supermarkets. Some are strong in certain items, like meats, etc. - Costco could become your best friend. Watch X-dates, stock up. _ You're screwed on fresh veggies, salad foods. Watch sales.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Song is not at all about the French Revolution, Waterloo, Napoleon, etc. It's ABBA being heavily metaphorical.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social)
That the most recent school shooting occurred in a Blue state by an alleged LGBTQ could mean a field day for MAGA.. send in the military! But... they like guns. Oops.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Exactly. Ratings.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Delusional MAGA and terrified MAGA.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
My wife would be all in with you! For me, I break out the plastic wrap and I'm gtg!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I asked ChatGPT why the uptick in mass shootings. Its answer was striking.. IMO.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah so someone needs to tell him them white guys are the good guys.. Otherwise he's going to tick off his good ole boy base. And we surely don't want to do that..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Many reasons for this. The current political one is the hot one. But since the Internet, there are now almost unlimited ways to get news. Contrast the Golden Age of Radio: You'd get your news from one of four radio networks, your local newspaper, or perhaps "news reels" at your local theater.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Civil War 2.0: "The War Between the States." The current iteration seems more the war between "red" and "blue" states and the feds.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm now calling it "The Big Daddy Syndrome." Since they're so fearful of everything, the military will protect them, Trump will soothe them, and Conservatives will save them. "Father deficit" on steroids.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
When I moved to NC I sold my road bike. Guess why..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Who owns all the lotteries? It's the government going into business for itself. Can't have it both ways. Don't like the Inrel deal? Get rid of it all.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Ironically, I get it. Totally. Very, very few religious folks will honor who you are, your choices.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Dumb. You NEVER "buy" intellectual ownership rights. Copyright law dates to 1976. Go "buy" a used vinyl record and see what rights you have.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
That's why they voted for him (again), the want a dictator. Basically, a "big daddy" because they can't handle life on their own. The psychology of it all.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Why? If you stare into a bowl of Cocoa Puffs, you'll have your answer.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Done. Thanks!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Cool! I think I have that app on my TV..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Where is this streaming?
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I logged onto a site today. I first received a standby message: "Verifying you are a human." That would work for these guys.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm glad influencers like you understand the power of music and the arts.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Art is visual story-telling. All of it, including theater.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
For sure. But the (less every day) MAGites still think he's the best president ever. As did the Germans.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Aside from not wanting to debate MAGAs, I think there is an answer: It's whatever administration focuses on listening to the people. I think this is what Arnold would say, if he were to say anything, if he thought anyone would listen.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
He may have started in some noble fashion as a clinical psychologist but didn't end well. This is the first time I've heard his name since the early '90s. Just my two cents..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, for Civil War 2.0, there are similarities. But for many, I think, it's like the 1861 war never truly ended.
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Soitenly!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Hahaha! "YMCA" on endless repeat!
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Locally, the best worship by far is at a black, inner city church. I was the only white guy there:)
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
"Backfire." That's a really good KW for whole thing. I suspect we're going to see a lot more things "backfire."
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
I was a kid when the series hit TV. Revolutionary. I have Star Trek II on DVD and pull it out every so often..
John Pate (@johnpate.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah so much fun! And always super great food!