CURRENT EVENTS
Why Did The Dinosaurs Become Extinct
There are many theories of why the dinosaurs became extinct, such as climate changes that impacted their supply of food. Other theories were that other animals found dinosaur eggs to be a tasty treat. Still another theory suggests their bodies became too large for their small brains. I could go on and on, with all kinds of theories, but this is the one that most appeals to me:
BOOK OF THE WEEK
I’m not sure, but I tend to classify Buddhism as a philosophy, because it does not involve worshipping a supernatural entity. But, it really does not matter what you call it; it is what it is.
I found this a very easy to read and informative book about a philosophy/religon that goes back 2,500 years ago.
Essential Buddhism
By Jacky Sach
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
If you enjoyed Outlander, and even if you didn’t; I think you will enjoy watching these two exploring Scotland.
Men In Kilts
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
I enjoyed the film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood so much and when I came across this classical 1964 song that was covered in 1965 by The McCoys, I just had to use it. If you have never seen the film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, I strongly recommend it.
By the way, the girl in the film clip below is Margaret Qualley, Andie MacDowell’s daughter.
Hang On Sloopy
By The McCoys
ART OF THE WEEK
I have no idea who came up with this, but I found it very creative.
EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE OF THE WEEK
Team Armageddon
At of the above individuals came in first in their category at the recent 2021 Michigan APF/AAPF state powerlifting meet and one took best female lifter at the meet. Among the above are four world champions, whose ages are 78, 78. 74 and 65.
JOKE OF THE WEEK
PHYSICAL TRAITS
If you are wondering how my contest came out last week, I was very please to set a new APF State age/weight raw deadlift record with a lift of 167.5 Kg or 369.2 lbs. with this lift:
CHARACTER TRAITS
I feel bad for anyone who gives up on their dreams.
if you refuse to give up, they often come true.
SOCIAL TRAITS
I read in Austin Kleon’z book, Steal Like An Artist, something I thought was interesting and wanted to pass it on to you folks. It goes like this:
There’s an economic theory out there
that if you take the incomes of your five closet friends and average them,
the resulting number will be pretty close to your own income.
LEARNING TRAITS
I lot of us are guilty of saying or thinking negative things about ourselves.
MISCELLANEOUS
Polls
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
only you can do that.
This book can be ordered from Amazon or Barnes & Nobles.
Congratulations on your 1st place AND your new state record! I love the Bruce Lee “spelling” quote.
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Thank you Priscilla. I think I was about a second from passing out. I thought Bruce Lee had some good advice.
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Wow, nice work on the deadlift and the state record!
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Thank you very much
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Congratulations on your win and your record!
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Thank you very much Liz
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You’re welcome, William.
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You have an amazing collection of things, ideas and everything is so entertaining.
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Thank you very much, I’m glad you liked the post and I appreciate you going to the trouble of letting me know.
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That’s quite an accomplishment. That deadlift was 10 pounds heavier than the average woman’s purse. Lol
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Thanks Sue, I suspect you are right, plus you have given me an idea for training
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Brilliant post! And I loved “Hang on Sloopy”, all the best,
FBC.
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Muchas gracias. Pensé que la hija de Andie MacDowell dio una excelente actuación.
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De acuerdo. Un saludo,
FBC.
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Gracias por tomarse el tiempo para comentar Francisco, lo aprendo.
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Un placer William.
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My favourite in this post? The elephant with the butterfly ears. I love elephants and I love butterflies. How can you miss with that combinations???? Terrific….
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Yes, the elephant with butterfly ears was a rather unique concept
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Thanks for you good information
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Y gracias por haberme dado el momento de hacerme saber que disfrutaste de mi puesto. Lo aprecio mucho.
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