Day: September 19, 2025

Only Roaches Remain

After a week of tiresome political nonsense I thought I would take a different direction……

And now for something completely different…..

I am sure that you have heard the old meme that after a worldwide nuclear war the only things left alive were roaches and Keith Richards…..

Well that maybe partially accurate according to scientists…

In a world rife with uncertainties, the mere thought of a nuclear event sends chills down the spine. While no one ever hopes to witness such a catastrophe, nature has equipped certain creatures with remarkable resilience. From microscopic marvels to everyday insects, these organisms have adapted to withstand conditions that humans can scarcely imagine. In this fascinating exploration, we delve into the lives of 11 incredible creatures that could survive a nuclear blast, revealing their unique capabilities and the science behind their indestructibility.

Often referred to as “water bears,” tardigrades are microscopic creatures renowned for their incredible robustness. These tiny organisms can endure extreme temperatures, high radiation levels, and even the vacuum of space. Tardigrades achieve this through a process known as cryptobiosis, where they essentially desiccate their bodies, halting all metabolic processes. This state allows them to survive harsh environments, including the aftermath of a nuclear explosion.

Cockroaches have long been infamous for their association with post-apocalyptic survival. While not entirely invincible, these resilient insects can withstand significantly higher levels of radiation than humans. Their rapid reproductive cycle and ability to thrive on minimal resources make them likely contenders for nuclear survival. Cockroaches’ simple bodily structure contributes to their hardiness, allowing them to recover quickly from radiation damage.

11 Creatures That Can Survive a Nuclear Blast

And of course Keith Richards.

If you were lucky enough to find shelter these are what you would have to deal with once you re-entered the world…..creepy crawlies….

That does it for this week…..I hope everyone has a wonderful late Summer weekend.

I Read. I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

How Do We Feel About War?

With the announcement of a plan to send US troops back into Afghanistan I thought I would take a look at the attitudes toward war.

When I read blogs and the comments I get the feeling that Americans as a whole are a war mongering lot…..they seem to be all for spending trillions on war materials and cheer-lead conflicts around the world.

But is my perception accurate?

A couple of people give their thoughts on our endless wars….

When I was in Congress, the least popular, least respected members were the biggest publicity seekers – the ones who were the first and quickest to run to the cameras. They were not regarded as serious legislators. Thus, I have not been a big fan of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. However, several days ago, she wrote some words on her X account which I think express the feelings and frustrations of the overwhelming majority of Americans. The following are her words:

“I’m 51 years old. I’m GenX.

“I’ve watched our country go to war in foreign lands for foreign causes on behalf of foreign interests for as long as I can remember. I was in 10th grade when Desert Storm started and my father before me was sent to Vietnam, another senseless foreign war.

“America is $37 TRILLION in debt and all of these foreign wars have cost Americans TRILLIONS AND TRILLIONS of dollars that never benefited any American.

“American troops have been killed and forever torn apart physically and mentally for regime change, foreign wars, and for military industrial base profits.

“I’m sick of it.

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Rep. Greene is right. We should never fight another country’s war. President Reagan said we should fight only for a “cause that is vital to our national interest.”

He also said that “our troops should be committed to combat abroad only as a last resort, when no other choice is available.”

Sen. Robert Taft, sometimes referred to as Mr. Republican in the 1940s and 50s, was so respected that he was one of only six senators featured in John F. Kennedy’s book “Profiles In Courage.”

Taft said: “No foreign policy can be justified except a policy devoted without reservation or diversion to the protection of liberty of the American people, with war only as the last resort and only to preserve that liberty.”

Both Reagan and Taft used the words “last resort.” We were not anywhere even close to that point when we bombed Iran on June 24.

https://original.antiwar.com/rep-john-j-duncan-jr./2025/07/09/the-way-most-americans-feel-about-foreign-wars/

I am surprised that I agree with Greene on this issue….the rest of her babbling is out in right field that makes no sense whatsoever…..at least to me.

You want to lessen our deficit then stop fighting everyone’s wars for them and stop trying to be the world’s only arms dealer.

It is not rocket science…..a little commonsense goes a long way.

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

Another ‘Brilliant’ Idea

Over the past months there has been a wealth of ‘brilliant’ ideas floated by His Lord High Dipstick and now we have one of his best…..

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced plans to station U.S. troops back in Afghanistan. The president, who campaigned on minimizing U.S. involvement in foreign entanglements, said he is in talks with the Taliban to regain control of Bagram air base.

The announcement came as Trump criticized the Biden administration’s 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, which ended America’s longest war, during a press conference. Trump, arguing that he would have pulled out while retaining Bagram, described his efforts “to get it back,” without providing much detail.

“That could be a little breaking news,” Trump said. “We’re trying to get it back, because they need things from us. We want that base back.”

The president suggested that the Afghan air base, originally constructed by the Soviet Union in the 1950s, would serve a strategic purpose for Washington against China.

Without evidence, Trump alleged that “it’s an hour away from where China makes its nuclear weapons.” In recent months, he has repeatedly mused about the air base—claiming falsely that it is occupied or “controlled” by Beijing, and baselessly asserting its close proximity to Chinese nuclear weapons plants.

(newrepublic.com)

It’s unclear how the Taliban will respond to Trump’s proposal to reoccupy part of Afghanistan. Last week, Washington made a prisoner exchange deal with the Taliban that is part of a larger effort to normalize US-Afghan relations.

Seriously?

Is this really a good idea?

How long will it be before fresh attacks on Americans commences?

Anyone else see the folly in this thoughtless plan?

The biggest question is….WHY?

That war lasted 20+ years do we really want to chance another 20 for some vague bullshit?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”