Monday, March 31, 2025

Blaming

 Stop blaming everyone for all your problems.Pick one person you hate and blame them for everything.-FACEBOOK,I WANT SOMEONE.

First impression

 I always regret making a good first impression.There's no way I can keep that shit up.-Facebook,INSPIRE UPLIFT.

Quote on date rape

 When a woman cries date rape what she means is the whole thing went too quickly.-Roger Scruton(1944-2002), English philosopher.

Quote from Jimi Hendrix

 There'll be no smoking in the gas chamber.-Jimi Hendrix 

Correcting grammar

 Just blocked someone for correcting my grammar and it feelded good.-FACEBOOK,The Language Nerds.

R&R

 "R &R" commonly stands for "Rest and relaxation",or "rest and recuperation."

A song from 1957 that I like

 He Left His Heart With Me(1957)-song from Skeeter Davis.

A song from Dua Lipa that I love

 New Rules -song by Dua Lipa.

Mysig

 Mysig-A Swedish word pronounced mee-sig.

Mysig is anything that's in any way cosy,exceptionally pleasant, comfortable,or having an unexpectedly good vibe,a warm living room with candles and a hot drink on a cold winter night.

The generosity of Bill Murray

 Bill Murray went to a Bluegrass concert in Charleston,South Carolina,bought every remaining ticket,and handed them out to the people waiting in line.

World Piano Day

 World Piano Day is celebrated on the 88th day of the year, because most pianos have 88 keys.

Punch the air

 Punch the air-to hit upwards with your fist, often to express joy or triumph.

    To throw air punches.

Hostess

 Q.Which American city is nicknamed 'The Hostess city of the South'?

Answer.Savannah,Georgia.

A song from OMC that I love

 How Bizarre -song by OMC.

Sunday, March 30, 2025

A song from Taio Cruz that I like

 Higher-song from Taio Cruz.

It is high in selenium

 Couscous is high in selenium.Bet many people do not know that.

Another song from 1993 that I like

 Faithful(1993)-song by Go West.

A song from 1993 that I like

 Reason to Believe(1993)-song from Rod Stewart.

Lusophile

 Lusophile -a lusophile is someone who loves or admires Portuguese language or culture.

Bibble

 Bibble-to drink or eat noisily.

Dulciloquent

 Dulciloquent -speaking sweetly or gently.

Academic institutions

 Academic institutions come under ideological scrutiny sometimes.

Colorado Springs

 Colorado Springs is sometimes informally referred to as "Little London" due to its historical popularity among British tourists and it's early British cultural influences.

Canary city

 Aspen, Colorado is sometimes referred to as"America's Canary City" and "Silver Queen City.''

Gateway

 Q.Which city in Colorado is nicknamed'Gateway to the Rockies'?

Answer.Aurora, Colorado.

Medical assistance in dying in Canada

 Medically assisted  dying accounts for about one death out of five in Canada in March 2025.

Tassie

 Tassie-Colloquial nickname for the Australian state of Tasmania.

Mr.Universe from Australia

 An indigenous young man from Australia Jonathan Berry(born 1994) made history as the first aboriginal man to win the title of Mr.Universe in 2024.

          Jonathan Berry(or Jon Berry) is of Palawa and Portuguese heritage.Jonathan Berry is an openly  and proudly gay man.He is amazingly good-looking .Jon Berry is a screen actor,model and comedian too.

              

American maple syrup

 Q.Which American state is the largest producer of maple syrup in 2024?

Answer.Vermont.

Global maple syrup

 Two thirds of the world's supply of maple syrup comes from Canada in 2024,most of it from Quebec.

Maple syrup

 Quebec is the largest producer of maple syrup in the world in 2024.

Newborn rabbit kits

 Newborn rabbit kits are indeed blind,hairless and helpless,with their eyes and ears closed.They are tiny,weighing between 1-2 ounces(30 to 60 grams),and have a pink,wrinkled appearance.

Floodlighting

 Floodlighting-A term used in dating culture nowadays meaning exposing too much of yourself too soon.

A lake similar to the Dead Sea in Canada

 Little Manitou Lake in Saskatchewan,Canada ,is a mineral-rich lake that allows swimmers to float effortlessly due to its high concentrations of magnesium and potassium.Its unique properties are similar to those of the Dead Sea.

Universities

 Universities want to attract the best academic talent.Some universities scoop up top scholars.

Drogues du viol

 Drogues du viol-French term for date rape drugs.

Earthquake

 A building collapses like a pancake sometimes during an earthquake.

Sialoquent

 Sialoquent-spitting excessively when speaking.

A song from 1993 that I love

 Come Undone(1993)-song by Duran Duran.

Oleander

 Q.Which city in Texas is nicknamed 'Oleander city'?

Answer.Galveston,Texas.

Naples

 Corpus Christi,Texas is often nicknamed 'The Naples of the Gulf.'

Jackrabbit

 Q.Which city in Texas is nicknamed 'Jackrabbit city'?

Answer.Odessa,Texas.

Fremdschamen

 Fremdschamen-German word meaning thev feeling of shame for someone else who has done something embarrassing.

A song from Arkells that I like

 Eyes on the prize-song by Arkells.

Torschlusspanik

 Torschlusspanik-German word meaning last-minute panic.

Zugzwang

 Zugzwang-German word meaning to be forced to make a decision.

Pantoffelheld

 Pantoffelheld-German word for a man who may act tough in front of his friends but can't stand up for himself aghainst his wife.

Unique German word

 kummerspeck-unique German word meaning excess weight gained from emotional overeating.

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Museum collections

 Most of a museum's collections are in storage often.

       Vast troves of art and treasures are often buried in the basement of a museum.

To skin someone alive

 To skin someone alive -to criticize or scold someone very harshly ,often in an intensive or aggressive manner.

A song from Jonas Brothers that I love

 Love Me To Heaven -song from Jonas Brothers.

A song from 1979 that I like

 Wiggle & A Giggle All Night(1979)-song by Cory Daye.

A country song from 1968 that I love

 D-I-V-O-R-C-E(1968)-song from Tammy Wynette.

A song from David Guetta that I like

 Who's That Chick?-song from David Guetta.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Borrowing umbrellas

 Japan's "umbrella-sharing stations"let people borrow umbrellas during sudden rain and return them later.

A song from Loud Luxury that I love

 Crash -song by Loud Luxury.

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

A song from 1980 that I like

 High School Confidential(1980)-song by Rough Trade.

Unique Portuguese word

 Pesamenteiro-A Portuguese word for a person who comes to a funeral just for the food.

Unique Swedish word

 Harkla-Swedish verb for clearing your throat before speaking.

               European word that doesn't exist in English.

A Canadian song from the eighties that I like

 All Touch-song by Rough Trade.

A song from Chappell Roan that I like

 The Giver -song from Chappell Roan.

Perpetual state

 Some people live in a perpetual state of low-burn anger.

An old song from Montreal that I love

 Montreal,My Home Town(1959)-song by The CKGM Singers.

The amazing ability of cotton

 Cotton can absorb up to 27 times its weight in water under ideal conditions,making it highly effective for use in towels and medical bandages  due to its exceptionl absorbency,softness and breathability.

Resentment

 Resentment is a slow burn.

A song from Baby No Money that I love

 Edamame-song by Baby No Money.

The English Mozart

 Thomas Linley,also known as 'The English Mozart' was praised by Mozart as 'a true genius'and someone 'who would have been one of the greatest.'Tragically,he drowned in a lake at the age of 22,and most of his compositions were lost or destroyed in a fire.

Grey divorce

 Grey divorce or late-life divorce is the demographic trend of an increasing divorce rate for older grey-haired couples in long-term marriages,a term typically used for people over 50.Those who divorce late in life may be called silver splitters.

Womance

 The female version of the bromance is the womance.Womance is the word for a female bromance.

                     A womance is the term for a close,but nonsexual,nonromantic relationship between two or more wome.It is an exceptionally tight affectional,homosocial female bonding relationship exceeding that of usual friendship and is distinguished by a particularly high level of emotional intimacy.

Dry wedding

 A dry wedding is also called a sober wedding,and it is a wedding where alcoholic beverages are not served.

Sleep divorce

 A sleep divorce is when a couple chooses to sleep in separate rooms or beds to improve their sleep quality.It can be a mutually beneficial arrangement that doesn't indicate a problem with the relationship.

                  A sleep divorce refers to romantic partners sleeping in different rooms rather than sharing a bed at night.

An empty shell marriage

 Empty shell marriage refers to a husband and wife who live together and remain legally married,but who experience no intimate or emotional relationship,e.g. remaining together for the sake of the children.'

Gigachad

 Gigachad(slang)(originally incel slang)-An exceptionally handsome man,having an even higher level of attractiveness than a chad.

               Gigachad symbolizes exaggerated male perfection in memes,reflecting societal views on masculinity and impacting body image discussions.

When your dog loves you

 Your dog loves you when it

: Follows you everywhere.

:Wags its tail.

:Jumps on you.

:Makes eye contact.

:Shows you its belly.

:Sleeps next to you.

:Yawns when you yawn.

-FACEBOOK,Paw Addict.

A large shipbreaking industry

 Bangladesh has one of the world's largest shipbreaking industries,where old ships are dismantled for recycling,providing raw materials for steel production.

Pink taxis

 In India,Egypt ,and Mexico,pink taxis are driven by women exclusively for female passengers,offering a safer travel option with features like GPS tracking and emergency buttons.

Potato peels

 Stop throwing away potato peels.They're a secret weapon for your garden.

Skywalk bridges are great

 In many busy cities in China,skywalk bridges,also known as pedestrian overpasses,connect buildings and help reduce pedestrian congestion on the streets.

Dancing with broken shoes

 Dancing with broken shoes-Idiom meaning trying to move forward despite being unprepared or facing difficulties.

                  Example:Without proper funding,starting a company is like dancing with broken shoes.

A unique Portuguese word

 Nefelibata(noun)-Portuguese word for cloud walker,one who lives in the clouds of their own imagination or dreams,or one who does not obey conventions of society,literature or art.

                     Nefelibata refers to someone who is unorthodox,unconventional,or who lives outside the boundaries of reality and societal expectations.

Sharing knowledge

 Some people share their knowledge in a pedantic,condescending manner.

Sommeliers

 Sommeliers often swirl the wine in a glass to aerate the wine.

Snoozer

 A '' snoozer.'' refers to something that is boring,dull or uninteresting.

               Snoozer is also one who snoozes;a sleeper.

Schlock

 Schlock-cheap or inferior goods or material;trash of low quality or value.

example-schlock journalism.

A song from 2017 that I love

 Feel it Still(2017)-song by Portugal The Man.

                            This song contains the lines'Oh-woo,I'm a rebel just for kicks,now/I been feeling it since 1966'

Monday, March 24, 2025

A song from Dua Lipa that I like

 Don't Start Now-song from Dua Lipa.

A song from Alyssa Reid that I love

 Rollercoaster -song from Alyssa Reid.

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Quote from C.S.Lewis

 I sat with my anger long enough until she told me her real name was grief.-C.S.Lewis

screw

 Some people aren't just missing a screw,the whole toolbox is gone.-FACEBOOK,Peachy Sunday.

A Japanese proverb

 When the character of a man is not clear to you,look at his friends.-Japanese proverb

why not to devalue your time

 Never devalue your time by working more than what you're paid to do.---

             The more you let slide,the more company will try to take advantage.-FACEBOOK,Work Life.

Quote from Christopher Hitchens

 Never be a spectator of unfairness or stupidity.The grave will supply plenty of time for silence.-Christopher Hitchens

Quote from Tahereh Mafi

 I love walking into a bookstore.It's like all my friends are sitting on shelves,waving their pages at me.-Tahereh Mafi

A Filipino proverb

 To a dog a bone has more value than a pearl.-Filipino proverb

Quote from J.Mike Fields

 The desire to fix another is an active avoidance of the neglected self.-J.Mike Fields

A Japanese proverb

 Only lawyers and painters can turn white to black.-Japanese proverb

The Guggenheim Museum

 The Guggenheim Museum in New York designed by Frank Lloyd Wright,features a spiral ramp that allows visitors to view art in a continuous flow.

Quote from Steve Maraboli

 Someone with a victim mindset is always looking for a villain to blame and a situation to suffer from.-Steve Maraboli

The life of Milton HERSHEY

Milton Hershey(born 1857) was born an American chocolate magnate.He was nicknnamed 'The Chocolate King.'
          Milton Hershey had no children.On May 25,1898,Hershey married  Catherine Elizabeth ``Kitty Sweeney(born 1871),an Irish-American Catholic  from Jamestown,New York.The couple had no children.
On March 25,1915,Catherine died of an unknown disease.In March 1920,Hershey's mother,Fanny Hershey died.
                     Milton Hershey himself died of pneumonia in  Hershey Hospital on October 13,1945,at the age of 88.

Car stolen

 Some people are unmotorised because their car has been stolen.

Donald Trump's mindset

 Donald Trump sees the world as a monopoly board in March 2025.He wants to annex Greenland,Canada and the Panama canal.

                  He is gutting the EPA.He wants to turn the Environmental Protection Agency into the Environmental Pollution Agency.

A song from Sleepy Hallow that I love

 Anxiety(2023)_song from The Sleepy Hallow.

                      The song contains the lines 'Somebody's watching me,It's my anxiety.'

Police officers employing an unusual tactic here

 In Brazil's Marajo Island,police officers ride water buffalo to patrol swamps and rivers,as these powerful animals navigate muddy terrain better than vehicles.

This tycoon was saved from a tragedy

 Chocolate tycoon Milton Hershey  had bought a first-class ticket for the Titanic ship in 1912 but he never boarded because an unexpected business matter turned up and held him back.He was really lucky.

                         Him missing the Titanic actually turned out to be a blessing in disguise.

A song from 2023 that I like

 Dance the Night(2023)-song from Dua Lipa.

A song from Dua Lipa that I love

 Illusion-song from Dua Lipa.

A song from 2021 that I love

 Paradise(2021)-song from Meduza.

                      This song contains the lines'Oh,my,my,my/Just a thousand miles between me and paradise.'

The family name Matulis

 Matulis is a family name of Lithuanian origin.

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Black day in Korea

 In South Korea,there is a day called Black Day(April 14),during which single people eat noodles to lament their loneliness.This is in opposition to Valentine's Day and White Day,the days for couples.

Rigorous training required

 In Japan,it takes up to 20 years of school to become a sushi chef,which is years longer than it takes to become a doctor.

Uncanny ability of flies

 Flies can dig for corpses 2 metres deep and enter coffins to lay eggs.

Friday, March 21, 2025

From 2001 to 2013

 Q.Who was the International Olympic Committee president from 2001 to 2013?

Answer.Jacques Rogge

The first IOC president

 In 1894 Demetrius Vikelas became the first IOC president.

From 1952 to 1972

 Q.Who was the International Olympic Committee president from 1952 to 1972?

Answer.Avery Brundage

A school of fish

 A school of fish is when a bunch of them swim together all synced up,like they're in on the same plan.It's not just for looks-sticking close keeps predators confused,saves energy and helps them spot food.They don't talk it out;it's all fast instincts,watching each other to stay in line.Think sardines or herrings-they're champs at this,making it look like a flashy water dance.

In Karnataka

 The longest river flowing through Karnataka is the Krishna river.

In Tamil Nadu

 The Kaveri river is the longest river in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

Longest river in Rajasthan

 Q.What is the longest river flowing through the Indian state of Rajasthan?

Answer.The Chambal river

In Odisha

 The Mahanadi river is the longest river in the Indian state of Orissa(Odisha).

in Gujarat

Narmada is the longest river in the Indian state of Gujarat.

Secong longest river

 Q.What is the second longest river in India after the Ganges?

Answer.The Godavari river.

                  The Godavari river is referred to as Dakshin Ganga.The river holds immense cultural and spiritual significance.

Headquarters

 The IOC headquarters is in Lausanne,Switzerland.

First women to become president of International Olympic Committee

 Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry was elected as the first ever female International Olympic Committee president in March 2025 at the young age of 41.

Thomas Bach was the president of the IOC between September 2013 and March 2025.

The longest river in Maharashtra

 Q.What is the longest river in the Indian state of Maharashtra?

Answer.The Godavari river

The longest river in Kerala

 Q.What is the longest river in the Indian state of Kerala?

Answer.The Periyar

American student who was accused of murdering her British roommate in Italy

 Amanda Knox(born June 9,1987),was initially convicted of murdering her British roommate,Meredith Kercher ,in Italy in 2007,but was later acquitted and exonerated by Italy's highest court in 2015.

                  Amanda Marie Knox is now an activist,author and journalist.

How to become a mysterious person

 How to become a mysterious person:

1)Smile with your mouth closed.

2)Don't talk about your plans,show people the results.

3)Read a book in public places.

4)Nod instead of saying yes.

5)Don't always be available

6)Don't talk that much about yourself.

When potatoes are stored

 When potatoes are stored for a long time,the starch in them breaks down into glucose.This process makes old potatoes taste sweeter due to their increased glucose content.

Lilacs are long-lived

 Lilacs can live for over 100 years,filling gardens with color and fragrance every spring.Their flowers are just beautiful,but they also attract butterflies and bees.

                     More lilacs = more unforgettable springs.

                         Quebec is  luckily blessed with an abundance of  lilac trees that bloom every year in spring.

ATM

 ATM is called cashpoint in British.

A song from Dua Lipa that I love

 Love Again(2020)-song by Dua Lipa.

                This song contains the line' You got me in love again.'

Graham crackers

 Graham crackers are called digestive biscuits in British.

Stroller

 Stroller is called pram or pushchair in British.

Molasses

 Molasses is called treacle in British.

Like a spoon in a teacup

Like a spoon in a teacup-Feeling out of place or unnecessary.

Fannypack

Fannypack is called a bum bag in British.

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Threesomes

 Why are threesomes only for sex?

Why can't I join in on a couple's argument  in public if I have a good point to make?-laurence@functionzero,17-10-2022,Twitter for Iphone.

Nice place to be

 You spend most of your life inside of your head.Make it a nice place to be.-FACEBOOK,A PHILOSOPHER'S TAKE.

Fake flowers

 Someone once said ''Water has no effect on fake flowers'' and that changed my entire mindset regarding relationships.-FACEBOOK,Natural Life.

Famous Honduran singer died in a plane crash

 Celebrated Honduran singer,songwriter and politician Aurelio Martinez (born 1969) sadly died in a plane crash on March 17,2025.

                        He was considered a cultural ambassador of the Garifuna people.

Amaranthine

 Amaranthine-eternal,unfading.

Belgian student died after eating unrefrigerated pasta

 In 2008,a 20 year  old Belgian student did not survive after consuming leftover spaghetti that had been left unrefrigerated for five days.The cause was Bacillus Cereus,a bacterium linked to 'Fried Rice Syndrome'',which thrives in starchy foods left at room temperature and produces harmful toxins.

Abjure

 Abjure-to renounce.

Eburnean

 Eburnean-ivory-colored.

Zoilus

 Zoilus-a harsh critic.

Heteroclite

Heteroclite-Unusual,abnormal person or thing.

Highway

 Motorway is the British word for highway.

Popsicle

 Ice lolly-British word for popsicle.

Pistachios are considered dangerous cargo sometimes

 Pistachios can burst into flames on their own.When stored in large quantities,their high fat content and moisture create heat that can ignite fires.That's why they're officially listed as dangerous cargo during shipping.

Greaser

 Greaser-slang for a guy with tons of grease in his hair.

Weald

 Weald(noun)-meaning wooded,uncultivated territory.

Treadmills

 Treadmills were originally punishment used to harness human power on a giant wheel used to grind grains;hence the name ''treadmill.''

Colorism

 Colorism-Apartheid.

Nidificate

 Nidificate-to build a nest.

A pancake

 A pancake ain't done until it's been flipped on both sides.

Gravid

 Gravid-pregnant,heavy with meaning.

Disembogue

 Disembogue-to flow out,discharge.

Contemn

 Contemn-to treat with contempt.

Quiescent

 Quiescent-inactive,at rest.

Invidious

 Invidious-likely to cause resentment.

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Cucumbers

 Yes,cucumbers can help stimulate bowel movements due to their high water content and fiber,which promotes hydration and regulates the digestive process,aiding in the prevention of constipation.

             The water in cucumbers naturally aids digestion -it helps your body break down and absorb nutrients.The fiber in cucumbers also keeps things running smoothly by regulating bowel movements so you avoid constipation.Dehydration is a major risk factor for constipation.

                Cucumber is a low calorie vegetable which is a natural laxative for the body.

                   In particular,pectin,the soluble fibre found in cucumbers,can help increase bowel movement frequency.Cucumbers contain ample fiber,which helps regulate bowel movements.

Male-dominated music instruments

 The trumpet is a male-dominated musical instrument.

The saxophone is a male-dominated musical instrument too.

Super C store in Plateau Mont Royal

 I just discovered that there is a Super C grocery store at 5300 rue St.Hubert in Plateau Mont Royal,Montreal.

A great Portuguese food store in Plateau Mont Royal

 Marché Sa et fils is a wonderful Portuguese food store in Plateau Mont Royal in Montreal.It is situated at 4701 rue St.Urbain and is at the corner of rue Villeneuve.

                     This store sells a lot of quality Portuguese and Brazilian food products in addition to lots of fresh vegetables and fruits.The store partially is a fish shop but they also sell a lot of meat,houseplants and several frozen foods.

 Its website is www.saetfils.ca

                 This store has been serving the Plateau Mont Royal neighborhood since 1975.

                             I first walked into the store in the morning on Tuesday,March 18,2025 and bought  5 or 6 delicious vine-ripened tomatoes at the bargain price of 99 cents per pound.At Supermarché Maxi  during the same week vine-ripened tomatoes were selling at least double the price.

                              It feels great to support mall family-owned local businesses.

How to reduce facial bloating

 To reduce facial bloating,focus on staying hydrated and reducing sodium intake.             

                   Dehydration can lead to fluid retention. 

                     High sodium intake can cause your body to retain water,leading to swelling.

                    Processed foods are often high in sodium and can contribute to water retention.

           

Whatever floats your goat

 Whatever floats your goat-whatever makes you happy.

Brands of spring water or mineral water available in Quebec

 -Grolsteiner Carbonated Natural Mineral  Water

-White Rock Carbonated water.

A song from Rufus Wainwright that I love

 Out of The Game-song by Rufus Wainwright.

Manosphere

 The manosphere is a varied collection of websites,blogs and online forums promoting masculinity,misogyny and opposition to feminism.Communities within the manosphere include men's rights activists,incels etc.

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Another palindrome

 "Race fast,safe car" spelled backwards is " Race fast,safe car".

A palindrome

 "Was it a rat I saw?" spelled backwards is still "Was it a rat I saw?"

Parenticide

 Parenticide -Killing of parents.

Senicide

 Senicide -Killing of elderly/old people.

Siblicide

 Siblicide -Killing of one's brother or sister.

Amicicide

 Amicicide -The act of killing a friend.

Monday, March 17, 2025

A song from 2021 that I love

 Airplane (2021)-song by Janette King.

A song from 2005 that I love

 Escarpment Blues(2005)-song by Sarah Harmer.

En revanche

 En revanche-means on the other hand in French.

D'autre part-also means on the other hand in French.

De plus

 De plus-Additionally in French.

Lemon

 Limu,limoo-Persian word for lemon.

Limu shirin-Persian word for sweet lemon.

Retrouvailles

 Retrouvailles(French)-The happiness that fills your heart when you meet someone after a long time.

En outre

 En outre-Furthermore in French.

Toranj

 The word Toranj means bergamot in Persian.

              The word Toranj means tower in Serbian and Croatian,referring to a tall,usually fortified structure.

Squirrels become a part of their meals sometimes

 Many owl species do prey on squirrels,and squirrels are a natural part of the diet of some owl species,especially larger or more generalized owls.

                   Squirrels are most vulnerable when they are on the ground.The owl is great at keeping rodents away,such as mice,rats and squirrels.

How to reduce rodents in the garden

 Rodents chewing up your garden?

Don't use poison,put up an owl nest box.A single family of owls will consume between 2,000 and 3,000 rodents every year.

Hair

 Hair get stuck in the teeth of a comb often.

More horses than people here

 Mongolia's horse population exceeds its human population,making it one of the only countries where horses outnumber people.With a history deeply tied to horsemanship,Mongolian nomads rely on these resilient animals for transport,herding and even traditional sports.

Sunday, March 16, 2025

Nicotine

 Nicotine is what makes smoking addictive and hard to quit.Nicotine is a pleasure chemical and stimulates the release of dopamine.

A song from Willy William that I like

 Trompeta -song from Willy William.

Cucumbers diuretic?

 Cucumbers can act as a natural diuretic due to their high water content which helps the body eliminate excess fluids.

          Cucumbers are approximately 96% water,making them a great source of hydration.

Sausages

 Germany is now advising people to stock up on cheese and sausages.

                    This is called the Wurst Kase scenario.-FACEBOOK,The Language Nerds.

Quote from Jack Kerouac

 One man practising kindness in the wilderness is worth all the temples this world pulls.-Jack Kerouac

No hope left?

 When you think there's no hope left Remember the lobsters in the tank at the Titanic's restaurant.-FACEBOOK,Sarcasm League.

Blithesome

 Blithesome-cheerful,light-hearted.

Discommodious

 Discommodious-inconvenient,troublesome.

Indurate

 Indurate-hardened or unfeeling.

Recriminate

 Recriminate-to counteraccuse.

Dithyramb

 Dithyramb-wild or enthusiastic speech.

Obtest

 Obtest-To beg earnestly.

Effulge

 Effulge-shine brightly.

Gainsay

 Gainsay-To deny,contradict.

Decathect

 Decathect(verb)-To withdraw one's feelings of attachment from (a person,idea,an object)as in anticipation of a future loss.

A song from J.Balvin that I like

 Dientes-song by J.Balvin,Usher and DJ Khaled.

Leonard Cohen's home in Montreal

 Singer,poet and writer Leonard Cohen died of cancer on November 7,2016 in Los Angeles at the age of 82.

    He had kept a house in Montreal until he died.The address of his former house in Montreal is 28 rue Vallieres .The house is in Plateau Mont Royal ,near Boulevard Saint Laurent  and just opposite Le Parc du Portugal.

Piwowar

 Piwowar is a Polish family name.It is an occupational name meaning brewer.

Hobosexual

 A hobosexual is an underhanded breed of opportunist who enters into romantic relationships primarily to avoid homelessness.

Solanthophile

 Solanthophile (noun)-Someone who is irresistibly in love with sunflowers, especially because of their positive vibe and aura.

Saturday, March 15, 2025

A song from Will Smith that I like

 Summertime -song from Will Smith.

A song from Kid Rock that I like

 All Summer Long-song by Kid Rock.

A song from Michael Bublé that I love

 Home-song from Michael Bublé.

Another song from Shania Twain that I love

 Forever and For Always-song by Shania Twain.

An early song from Shania Twain that I like

 Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under-song by Shania Twain.

Hiring

 People tend to hire those who look like them.

A song from Shania Twain that I love

 I'm Gonna Getcha Good-song by Shania Twain.

Work ethic

 "Work ethic" is a scam invented by rich,powerful people to make the working class feel proud of doing more work for less money.-Facebook,MONEY LESS SOCIETY.

Anxiety and depression

 The longer I work in medicine,the more convinced I am that anxiety and depression are a just response in a deeply unjust society.-Andrew Boozary MD @drandrewb

Gimcrackery

 Gimcrackery -cheap,showy trinkets.

Quote from Garry Kasparov

 The point of modern propaganda isn't only to misinform or push an agenda.It is to exhaust your critical thinking,to annihilate truth.-Garry Kasparov 

Quote from Noam Chomsky

 Hundreds of billions of dollars are spent every year to control the public mind.-Noam Chomsky

Great quote from Lisa Bevere

 Gossip is a counterfeit form of intimacy that bonds people over brokenness rather than truth.-Lisa Bevere

Foofaraw

 Foofaraw-A great deal of fuss or attention given to a minor matter.A fuss over something trivial.

         Also showy frills added unnecessarily.

A song from Oil Moon that I love

 If You Knew My Love For You-song by Oil Moon.

A song from Shania Twain that I love

 Party For Two-song by Shania Twain featuring Mark McGrath.

A song from 1995 that I love

 Any Man of Mine(1995)-song from Shania Twain.

Friday, March 14, 2025

He apologized for his invention

 Ethan Zuckerman,who invented pop-up ads, apologized to the world for unintentionally creating one of the Internet's most disliked forms of advertising.

A song from Aqyila that I like

 Wolf -song from Aqyila.

A song from Usher that I love

 More-song by Usher.

A song from 2023 that I love

 Hot to Go!(2023)-song by Chappell Roan.

Thursday, March 13, 2025

The sugarcane plant is rarely wasted

 People think sugarcane just gives us sugar,but it also is used for biofuel,paper,animal feed and even rum.This plant is a powerhouse and farmers don't waste a single part of it!

Word alternatives that could be used more often

 1.Secondhand-pre-owned.

2.Overweight-curvy

3.Fat- full-figured.

4.Unemployed-between jobs

5.Poor-economically disadvantaged.

6.Dying-,nearing the end of life.

7.Too expensive - premium-priced.

A song from Billie Eilish that I like

 Chihiro-song by Billie Eilish.

         This song contains the line'Open up the door,can you.'


The unusual spontaneous alcoholic

 Matthew Hogg is the man who is drunk all the time because of a condition called ''Auto   brewery syndrome'' where his body produces its own alcohol.

                 His body produces alcohol automatically;he stays drunk all the time without drinking.

                  Every time he eats sugar or carbohydrates,his body converts them into ethanol.

A mature oak tree

 A mature oak tree can transpire more than a bath full of water every day.

Coffin dodger

 Coffin dodger-Offensive term for an old person.

Moss is good for the environment

 Moss absorbs  four times more carbon dioxide than trees,thrives without soil and cools urban spaces.Yet,people tend to rip it off walls.Let's rethink moss and learn to appreciate moss.

Words for butterfly in different languages

  Words for butterfly in different languages:

:Farfalla-Italian.                                                                                                                                               :Mariposa-Spanish.                                                                                                                                         :Schmetterling-German.            





            
















To sweat blood

 To sweat blood-means to work very hard.

Haters

 Haters are sometimes the biggest fans.

Why some murals are untouched by graffiti in Montreal

 Many beautiful murals on building walls in Montreal have been marred by taggers and graffiti vandals.

                            Some murals are untouched by gross graffitis because they are too high to reach.Artists should avoid making their murals at street level because of that.

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Actor William Shatner's parents

 Actor William Shatner was born in 1931 in Montreal.Joseph Shatner(1898-1967) was the father of William Shatner and he was a clothing manufacturer.Joseph Shatner died of a heart attack in 1967.

      Ann Garmaise(1904-1992) was the mother of William Shatner.

Chickpeas

 Chickpeas are high in folic acid.Chickpeas are also a good source of calcium.

Oldster

 Oldster-another word for golden ager .

Cry your heart out

 To cry your heart out-to cry a lot.

To queer someone's pitch

 To queer someone's pitch -to spoil someone's chances.

Stiff-necked

 Stiff-necked means stubborn.

To shoot the bull

 To shoot the bull- to talk aimlessly.

Keep your chin up

 To keep your chin up -to stay positive.

Piehole

 Piehole-A person's mouth.

Eg."Shut your piehole."

Kotania

 Kotania is a family name from Poland.

Anagapesis

 Anagapesis (noun)-No longer feeling any affection for a person you once loved.

To shake hands with the goose

 To shake hands with the goose-Idiom meaning to drown or fall into deep water.

Canadian banks

 Canadian banks no longer or rarely provide loans to family-run restaurants in Montreal,which is why many family-run restaurants are going under and being replaced by corporate restaurant chains.

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Streets I walked on March 11,2025

 On Tuesday,March 11,2025,I walked on de l'Esplanade Avenue from rue Marie-Anne to Duluth street in Plateau Mont Royal.This stretch of de l'Esplanade Avenue is very charming and full of classy old homes.

          Then I walked up on rue St.Urbain from Duluth street to Mont Royal Avenue,passing Rachel street and rue Marie-Anne on the way.

African proverb

 When the roots are deep there is no reason to fear the wind.-African proverb

Nap cafes

 A nap cafe is a place where people can take a break and recharge,often with the help of sleep pods or reclining chairs.Nap cafes can be a good option for travelers or people who want to squeeze in a nap during the way.

           In nap cafes people usually nap,then wake up and drink coffee.

Nappuccino method

 The nappuccino method is a sleep technique that combines a short nap with caffeine to boost alertness and energy.

Sleep requirement

 Temperature comfort is important for optimal sleep.

Sleep tourism

 Sleep tourism is a travel trend where people prioritize sleep and relaxation over sightseeing.It can involve staying at a sleep retreat or booking a hotel with sleep-enhancing amenities.

            Sleep tourism is a growing trend around the world.

YIMBY

 YIMBY-An acronym standing for "Yes In My Backyard,"describes advocates who suffer housing development as a response to the outcomes of restrictive zoning and planning policies.It is a pro-housing social movement that focuses on encouraging new houses,opposing density limits.

Avison

 Avison Young is an international commercial real estate agency.

Cushman

 Cushman & Wakefield is a prominent international real estate company.

Noam Chomsky suffered a massive stroke

 In June 2023 prominent linguist,activist and academic Noam Chomsky suffered a massive stroke in Brazil,his wife's native country,losing his power of speech at the age of 95.Too bad.

Quote from J.D.Salinger

 The mark of the immature man is that he wants to die nobly for a cause,while the mark of the mature man is that he wants to live humbly for one -J.D.Salinger

Abercrombie

 Abercrombie &Fitch(A&F) is a clothing retailer that sells apparel and accessories for men,women and children.The company was founded in 1892 by David Abercrombie.

She shed

 A she-shed-A room or part of a home in which a woman may indulge in hobbies and interests without being disturbed by other family members.

Girl cave

 Girl cave-the opposite of a man cave.

A song from Soulja Boy that I love

 Kiss Me Thru The Phone -song by Soulja Boy.

Bestie

 Bestie-A person's best friend.

Monday, March 10, 2025

Twin daughters

 If I have twin daughters,I'll name one Kate.

And I'll name the other Duplicate.-Facebook,The Language Nerds.

Math puns

 English pubs make me feel numb.

But math puns make me feel number.

-Facebook,The Language Nerds.

Fruit jokes

 If he doesn't appreciate your fruit jokes,you need to let that mango.-Facebook,The Language Nerds.

Autocorrect

 Dear Autocorrect,

I'm getting a bit tired of your shirt.-Facebook,Destinni Taylor,Memes and Sarcastic Humor,March 5,2024.

Shit

 Imagine being so full of shit that you need another asshole.-Facebook

Quote from Antonio Gramsci

 The old world is dying,and the new world struggles to be born.

           Now is the time of monsters.-Antonio Gramsci

Quote from Dipendra Tamang

 Even the tide retreats,not in defeat,

but to gather its strength.

You are allowed to pause.

You will return stronger.-Dipendra Tamang

Quote from Richard Feynman

 When your education limits your imagination,it is called indoctrination.-Richard Feynman

Latakia

 Latakia is a coastal district in Syria that is the stronghold of the Alawite minority in Syria.

A song from Eva Avila that I like

 Meant to Fly- song by Eva Avila.

         Eva Avila is a Canadian singer.

Insectageddon

 Insectageddon is the term used to describe the sharp decline in insect populations.This decline can affect food production,food prices and the natural food chain.

A song from Belle and Sebastian that I like

 Dog on Wheels -song by Belle and Sebastian.

Interesting African proverb

 A cat that dreams of becoming a lion must lose its appetite for rats.-African proverb.

     Meaning-To achieve greatness,you must let go of old habits that could hold back your progress.

Quote on foreign accent

 Did you know what a foreign accent is?

It's a sign of bravery.-Amy Chua

Gordie Howe

 Gordie Howe was nicknamed Mr.Hockey or Mr.Elbows.

Desire for solitude

 Eremomania-A very strong desire for solitude or isolation.

This fruit is now also grown in India

 Kiwi fruit was not traditionally grown in India,but farmers now cutivate it successfully for good income.Wild animals do not eat or harm kiwi,making it a profitable crop.

No amount of money

 No amount of money,oil or gold is worth more than the bees,trees and clean water.

Desire for beauty

 Callomania-Excessive desire for beauty.

Attraction towards women

 Gynomania-obsessive attraction towards women.

Enjoying pleasure

 Hedonomania-Excessive desire to enjoy pleasure.

Olfactometer

 An olfactometer is a device that measures the intensity ,concentration ,and quality of odors.It's used in a variety of fields,including neuroscience,market research,and environmental monitoring.

                 An olfactometer is an instrument used to measure and detect odor dilution.Olfactometers are used in conjunction with human subjects in laboratory settings,most often in market settings.

Randonner

 Randonner-French verb for to ramble.

The longevity of grapevine

 A single grapevine can produce grapes for over 100 years if properly maintained.

One is never too old to pursue one's dreams

In case you're worried that you're too old to pursue your dreams----Frank Lloyd Wright completed one third of his life's work between the ages of 80 and 92.

Captive tigers

 The U.S.  has 5,000 to 7,000 captive tigers in 2024,exceeding the 4,500 wild tigers worldwide.Many are privately owned,raising concerns about conservation and animal welfare.

West Africa

 West Africa produces 70% of the world's cocoa in 2024,but most people there have never tasted real chocolate.The raw cocoa is sent to Europe and America for processing.

Trump Derangement Syndrome

 Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS)-is a mental condition in which a person has been effectively driven insane due to their dislike of Donald Trump.

Why rabbits are so vulnerable to toxins

 Rabbits are unique-they can't throw up!Their digestive system only moves food forward,lacking the ability to reverse.This makes them extra vulnerable to blockages or toxins;so a safe,fibrous diet is key to keeping them healthy.

The Indian family name Patel

 Patel is a common family name in the Indian state of Gujarat.The name "Patel" means "village headman"or "land owner."

Oneirophobia

 Oneirophobia -Fear of dreams or dreaming.

Hypnophobia

 Hypnophobia -Fear of sleep.

Sunday, March 09, 2025

Hood rat

 Hood rat-slang.A young promiscuous woman from an impoverished urban area.

Dispute

 A dispute lurches from calm to chaos sometimes.

Nosophobia

 Nosophobia -Fear of disease.

The family name Patil

 Patil-Family name in India meaning "village headman."It is a common last name in the state of Maharashtra.

Dating pool

 Un bassin de celibataires,une piscine de rencontres -French terms for dating pool.

Talent pool

 Bassin de talents-French term for a talent pool.

BDE

 BDE -"Big dick energy"is a slang  phrase which originated in 2018 which denotes an easy confidence.

TLDR

 "TLDR" is an abbreviation for "too long; didn't read."It's an informal term.

A song from Fun Factory that I love

 Celebration -song from Fun Factory.

Saturday, March 08, 2025

Dating pool

 The older you get the shallower the dating pool gets.

iDC

 IDC-acronym for I Don't Care.

Acronyms used in dating culture

 1.SWM-Straight White male or men

2.VGL-Very good looking.

3.HD-Heavy drinker

4.LDR-Long-distance relationship 

5.IDEK-I Didn't Even Know 

6.ONS-One Night Stand

7.NSA-No Strings Attached 

8.ENM-Ethical Non-Monogamy.

9.LTR-Long-term relationship.

Corporate real estate firms that own a lot of apartment buildings in Montreal

 Corporate real estate firms that own a lot of apartment buildings in Montreal:

1.Cromwell

2.Mondev

3.Cogir

4.Cromwell

5.Rakotta

6.Akelius

7.Cogefimo - is a property management company specialising in apartment rentals to students.Visit the website www.cogefimo.com

A song from Freddie Mercury that I love

 Living on My Own-song from Freddie Mercury.

Friday, March 07, 2025

A song from Lady Gaga that I like quite a bit

 Just Dance -song by Lady Gaga.

A Canadian song from 1971 that I love

 Oh What A Feeling(1971)-song by Crowbar.

               Crowbar was a rock band from Hamilton,Ontario.

It is a natural mouse deterrent

 Mint is refreshing for humans,but for mice,the strong scent is overwhelming and repels them.That's why Mint is often used as a natural mouse deterrent.

There is persin in avocado

 Avocados contain persin,toxic to many animals but harmless to humans.Dogs and cats may experience mild symptoms,while birds and large animals can suffer severe effects after eating avocados.

Can aspirin reduce the risk of prostate cancer?

 Yes,taking aspirin may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.Aspirin's anti-inflammatory properties may help prevent or slow the spread of cancer.

     Aspirin may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer.

    Aspirin may reduce the risk of advanced or fatal prostate cancer.

   Aspirin may delay the progression of prostate cancer.

Health benefits of eating papaya

 Eating papaya regularly can reduce the risk of heart disease.Its fibre, potassium and antioxidants help lower cholesterol and manage blood pressure.

They are an excellent source of choline

 Eggs are an excellent source of choline,a nutrient that helps the brain produce acetylcholine,a neurotransmitter that is critical for supporting mood,memory and cognitive function.

Pus

 Pus is simply a buildup of dead white blood cells that form when the body's immune system responds to an infection.

Cryptocracy

 Cryptocracy is a form of government where the true leaders are hidden or unknown.It can also refer to a conspiracy theory that a shadow government is controlling the political process.

A new song from 2025 that I like

 Sorry I'm Here For Someone Else(2025)-song by Benson Boone.

The eggs of this bird

 The cassowary 's eggs are green.

Sexsomnia

 Sexsomnia,also known as sleep sex,is a sleep disorder where people engage in sexual behaviour such as masturbation or initiating sex with another person.

Orthonasal olfaction

 Orthonasal olfaction is the perception of odors that occurs when sniffing.

Retronasal olfaction

 Retronasal olfaction or retronasal smell is the ability to smell odors that come from the mouth while eating or drinking.It's how we experience flavor.

A song from Tyler Shaw that I love

 Kiss Goodnight -song from Tyler Shaw.

Thursday, March 06, 2025

Another song from Dolly Parton that I like

 Jolene -song from Dolly Parton.

A song from Dolly Parton that I like

 My Blue Tears -song by Dolly Parton.

The Sandbox tree

 The Sandbox Tree,also known as the Dynamite Tree,is covered in spikes,full of poison,and grows exploding fruits.

Papaya is a fast-growing fruit

 Papaya is a fast-growing fruit tree that starts producing within 6-12 months and yields 30-150 fruits per year.It thrives in warm climates,full sun,and well-drained soil,requiring regular watering but avoiding waterlogging.

A song from 2010 that I like

 Peacock(2010)-song by Katy Perry.

To thread the twilight

 To thread the twilight -To navigate uncertain or challenging situations with caution and perseverance.

A song from Belle& Sebastian that I love

 The Boy With the Arab Strap-song by Belle& Sebastian.

He turned blue after consuming colloidal silver

 Paul Karason turned permanently blue after consuming colloidal silver for years,thinking it would cure various health issues.The buildup of silver in his body caused a rare condition called argyria,which turned his skin a bluish-grey.

A song from Katy Perry that I like

 Wide Awake -song by Katy Perry.

Tuesday, March 04, 2025

Beets can change the color of urine and stools

 Did you know that beets are so rich in red pigments (betalains) that they can temporarily turn your urine or stool pink or red after eating them?This phenomenon,called " beeturia",happens to about 10-15% of people and is completely harmless!It's a quirky reminder of how powerful natural food pigments can be.

Health benefits of eating kale

 Apart from containing lutein and zeaxanthin,kale is packed with Vitamin C.When consumed regularly,it can improve eyesight and reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases.

Husband of singer Dolly Parton dies

 Carl Dean,husband of singer Dolly Parton passed away on March 3,2025 in Nashville at the age of 82.

When bananas were introduced to the U.S.


 When bananas were introduced to the United States in 1876,they were considered a delicacy and often wrapped in tinfoil and eaten with a knife and fork.

Long-standing tension

 Long-standing tension bubbles to the surface sometimes.

When backed into a corner

 When some people are backed into a corner they punch harder.

What simple trick can empty your bowels?

 Olive oil-consuming a teaspoon of olive oil in the morning on an empty stomach can encourage stool to flow through the gut.The oil acts as a lubricant in the digestive system,meaning it's easier for solids to slide through.It also softens up the stool,making it easier to empty your bowels completely.

Hallways

 Why are hallways in psychiatric hospitals called ''hallways''?

Shouldn't they be called psychopaths?

-FACEBOOK,Miguel Santos,MEMES AND SARCASTIC HUMOR.

Can damaged neurons regenerate after a stroke?

 While damaged neurons in the brain generally do not fully regenerate after a stroke,the brain can partially repair itself through a process called neuroplasticity,where existing neurons can sprout new connections to take over functions of the damaged area,allowing for some recovery of function;however,most experts agree that completely replacing  dead neurons with new ones is not possible in the adult brain.

                      Axonal sprouting:Healthy neurons near the damaged area can extend new projections to connect with other neurons,contributing to functional recovery.

                         More recent research also suggests that the brain may actually create nerve cells through a process called neurogenesis.There is a lot that still has to be discovered and researched in this domain.

Very common disability after a stroke

 Nearly three-quarters of people worldwide who suffer a stroke will have lasting loss of arm and hand movement.The loss of motor control can greatly hinder everyday activities.There are no effective treatments for chronic paralysis that lingers six months beyond a stroke.

A song from Eve that I like

 Let Me Blow Ya Mind-song by Eve.

Policy at Starbucks

 Starbucks doesn't allow its employees to apply perfume,fragrant powder or stronly scented lotion because the smell may affect the Aroma of coffee in its stores.

As we get older

 As we get older we produce more urine  overnight and middle-aged and older men often find they have to get up once in the night.

Red Bull got sued

 In 2013 American plaintiff Benjamin Careather sued Red Bull over its slogan 'Red Bull Gives You Wings',alleging it did not give him wings.Red Bull gave a $13 million settlement.

Ejaculatory anhedonia

 Ejaculatory anhedonia is the term used to describe the rare condition in which men are able to ejaculate physically but don't have the accompanying feelings of release,pleasure and orgasm.

Lumbersexual

 Lumbersexual-A young man who cultivates an appearance and style of dress(typified by a beard and plaid shirt) suggestive of a rugged outdoor lifestyle.

                         Lumbersexuals tend to be more rugged and outdoorsy,but they also have a certain level of sophistication.

A song from Nicky Jam that I love

 .X- song by Nicky Jam,J.Balvin

Another great book by Jenny Odell

 Saving Time:Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock-book by Jenny Odell

A great book by Jenny Odell

 How To Do Nothing:Resisting the Attention Economy-book by Jenny Odell

7 plants you can grow in water

 7 plants you can grow in water:

-Bamboo

-Pothos

-Mint

-spider plants

-Green onions

-Lettuce

-Philodendron.

Destinesia

 Destinesia-To reach your destination only to forget why you were going there in the first place.

Destinesia is a portmanteau word .It is a combination of destination and amnesia.

Shrinking an enlarged prostate

 Green tea,pygeum,grass pollen and saw palmetto naturally shrink an enlarged prostate in some men.

A song from Adriiana that I like

 We Are Young-song by Adriiana.

Far-sightedness

Far-sightedness is also known as hyperopia.

Go pear-shaped

 To go pear-shaped-To fail;to go wrong.

Retrosexual

 Retrosexual-A heterosexual man who spends little time and money on his personal appearance;of or relating to such men.

Petrosexual

 Petrosexual-A person who is obsessed with cars.

                    According to www.urbandictionary.com,A person whois sexually attracted to pet animal(s) and not human beings.

Going back to your ex

 Going back to your ex is like reheating Mcdonalds fries.-FACEBOOK,The Narcissist Detox.

Impotence

 Impotence :Nature's way of saying no hard feelings.-FACEBOOK,We Love Puns.

Quote from Nate Berkus

 Your home should tell the story of who you are,and be a collection of what you love.-Nate Berkus

Pun

 5 ants rented an apartment with another 5 ants.Now they're tenants.-FACEBOOK,Puns.

Coming to work

 Sorry,I can't come to work tomorrow.I fractured your motivation.-FACEBOOK,Mermaid Musings.

Monday, March 03, 2025

Byelingual

 Byelingual -When you speak two languages and start losing vocabulary in both of them.-Facebook, THE LANGUAGE NERDS.

The tale of a kidney donation

 In 2001,Dr.Richard Batista,a New York surgeon,donated one of his kidneys to his wife,Dawnell,who was suffering from renal failure.Years later,in 2009,when she filed for divorce,he demanded either the return of the kidney or financial compensation for $1.5 million.

Quote from Miles K.Davis

 You can tell a bully from a leader by how they treat people who disagree with them.-Miles K.Davis

The origins of Pizza Hut

 It all started in 1958 in Wichita,Kansas,USA,where brothers Dan and Frank Carney opened the world's first Pizza Hut restaurant by borrowing $600 from their mum.This marked the beginning of a significant pizza chain.

Pistanthrophobia

 Pistanthrophobia -The fear of trusting someone, typically arising from a traumatic ending to a romantic relationship.

Sunday, March 02, 2025

Pollinators in the dark

 You think of bees ,but who pollinates after dark?

Bees get all the credit,but moths are secret nighttime pollinators!

    They pollinate night-blooming flowers like jasmine and evening primrose.

They fly when bees rest,keeping pollination going 24/7.

     Some species travel hundreds of miles,spreading pollen.

      Moths may be not as cute as bees but they're just as important!

A song from Madonna that I like

 Material Girl-song by Madonna.

Writing

 I'm writing about all the things I ought to do before I die.It's called an oughtobiography.-FACEBOOK, Language Nerds.

Road rage

 Sometimes I get road rage walking behind people in the grocery store.-FACEBOOk,Aunty Acid, February 2025.

Blackberries that you bought and consumed in February 2025

 In February 2025 you bought and finished consuming a 170 g plastic box of ALPINE FRESH -Blackberries.Product of Mexico.

Quote from Maya Angelou

 Most people don't grow up.Most people age.They find parking spaces,honor their credit cards,get married,have children,and call that maturity.What that is,is aging.-Maya Angelou

Strawberry

 What do you call a sad strawberry?

Answer.Blueberry.-Facebook,Isla Queen 

Overthinking

 If overthinking was a workout,I'd have a six-pack by now.-FACEBOOK,Funny Quotes.

Terrifying moment

 The most terrifying moment in life is when the toilet refuses to flush at someone else's house.-Facebook,OMG Facts

Tennis champion survived the sinking of the Titanic

 Richard Norris Williams survived the sinking of the Titanic in 1912 but spent too much time in freezing water.He refused leg amputation despite medical advice and later went on to become the Wimbledon doubles champion in 1920.

Rain lilies

 Rain lilies bloom where puddles linger,teaching us that even life's messiest moments sprout grace.

Fucktose intolerant

 Fucktose intolerant-The condition of being completely unable to tolerate other people's bullshit.

Cupcakes versus muffins

 Cupcakes have icing.

Muffins don't have icing 

Alligators vs crocodiles

 Alligators have a U-shaped snout.

Crocodiles have a V-shaped snout.

A song from Paula Cole that I like

 Throwing Stones -song from Paula Cole.

A song from Ofenbach that I like

 Katchi-song from Ofenbach.

A song from David Guetta that you like

 Memories -song from David Guetta.

Airplane windows

 Airplane windows are oval for a reason! Square windows cause stress points,which can lead to cracks.The rounded shape spreads the pressure,making flights safer.

In Singapore

 In Singapore,durians are banned on public transport, including the MRT and buses,due to its powerful and distinct smell ,which many find unpleasant.

Sunglasses

 Sunglasses were originally designed for Chinese judges to hide their facial expressions in court.

University student died after falling out of bunk bed

 In November 2019,San Diego State University state University student Dylan Hernandez died after falling out of  the top bunk of his bunk bed and hitting his head.An autopsy concluded Hernandez had fractured his skull and suffered a brain bleed that ultimately led to his death.The medical examiner said the cause of death was accidental blunt force trauma to the head.

A song from Kaskade that I like

 Move For Me-song by Kaskade & Deadmau5.

Taming the whispers of the storm

 Taming the whispers of the storm -to handle a difficult or chaotic situation with calmness and composure.

Living on floating islands of grass

 Pre-Incan people are still living on man-made floating islands of grass,as they have for hundreds of years,on Lake Titicaca.

The benefits of leaf piles

 Think leaf piles are messy?Nature calls them insect hotels.They shelter pollinators,enrich the soil,and reduce weeds 

Oceans help in slowing down climate change

 The oceans slow down climate change because they absorb a lot of carbon dioxide.

The Antarctica

 The Antarctica is what the Arctic looked like 10,000 years ago.

How rainwater is stored in South Korea

 In South Korea,rainwater is stored in the road studs and  streets are cleaned by them through the hydraulic system.

Quote from George Bernard Shaw

 Kings are not born:they are made by artificial hallucination.-George Bernard Shaw 

Saturday, March 01, 2025

A song from Maroon 5

 Don't Wanna Know -song by Maroon 5.

Sperm whales

 Sperm whales are so called because their heads are filled with large amounts of oily fluid,which whalers thought was sperm.

IDK

 IDK-An abbreviation for "I don't know."It is a casual term used in text messages,social media,and other informal communication.

How parrotfish protect themselves

 At night,parrotfish protect themselves from tiny blood-sucking crustaceans called gnathiid isopods by creating a mucus cocoon which they sleep in.

Charlie Chaplin had a son as an elderly man

Christopher Chaplin,a son of comedian Charlie Chaplin was born when Charlie Chaplin was 73 years old.

A song from Tep No that I like

 Wild One-song by Tep No,Lucky Rose.

A song from Kristina Maria that I love

 Karma -song by Kristina Maria.

The first CD player

 The first CD player,the Sony CDP-101,was released in the U.S. in 1983 at the tune of around $750.The first music album on CD was Billy Joel's 52nd Street.

It can be used as an emergency intravenous hydration fluid

 Coconut water can be used as an emergency intravenous hydration fluid because it has a similar electrolyte balance to human plasma.

A song from Paula Cole that I love

 I Don't Want to Wait(1997)-song by Paula Cole.(The Dawson Creek theme song)

A song from Paula Cole that I like

 Green Eyes Crying -song from Paula Cole.

A song from 1996 that I love

 Where Have All the Cowboys Gone (1996)-song from Paula Cole.

The tail of a bird

 The tail of a bird is called a rectrix.

The hole

 The hole in a straw is called a lumen.

Camels have two eyelids

 Camels have two eyelids,one of which is transparent and the other is made of flesh,so it can walk in desert dust and its eyes are not harmed because it only closes its transparent eyelid.

A song from Anastacia that I like

 I'm Outta Love-song by Anastacia.

The amazingly adaptable camel

 A camel can change its temperature,raising its temperature,if it is in snowy terrain and lowering its temperature in extremely hot desert terrain.

Camels are very adaptable

 A camel can drink salt water from the Dead Sea.Its blood pressure does not rise because it's kidneys filter the water to make it drink fresh,separating the water from the salt.

            Camels can eat thorns and their stomachs and intestines are not harmed because their saliva is like acid,which dissolves the thorns and eats them as if they were bread and dough.Therefore,the people of the desert,if thorns fall on their hand or feet,put camel saliva on them and it dissolves the thorns.

A song from Liam Payne that I like

 Familiar-song by Liam Payne & J Balvin.

Quote from Robert A.Heinlein

 Never attempt to teach a pig to sing;it wastes your time and annoys the pig -Robert A.Heinlein, TIME ENOUGH FOR LOVE 

Quote from Noam Chomsky

 The general population doesn't know what's happening,and it doesn't even know that it doesn't know.-Noam Chomsky 

Quote from Robert Goddard

 It is difficult to say what is impossible,for the dream of yesterday is the hope of today and the reality of tomorrow.-Robert Goddard,1904.

A song from Katy Perry that I like

 Chained to The Rhythm -song by Katy Perry.