Anyone have a breakdown of the percentage of government spending that goes to all businesses? I guess what I’m looking for is what amount of the economy is actually producing things that benefit civilization, versus what is directed by the State. How many people would be completely useless if they didn’t have a government job. #asknostr

Yeah some of that talk gets annoying. I admit that I’ve done a little bit of that but I try to only do it when I really feel it’s helpful.

But your mate sounds like he lets his wife dictate too much when it comes to finances. He is ultimately responsible for his family and if things go bad, it’s going to be on him to fix it later.

I don’t think I’m understanding.

The Iraq war lasted so long because the military industrial complex wants endless wars to keep making money off us. Drones or not, it doesn’t really matter because they’re just printing the money to do it. If they had to raise taxes to pay for all that spending people would riot.

I don’t think I’m understanding.

The Iraq war lasted so long because the military industrial complex wants endless wars to keep making money off us. Drones or not, it doesn’t really matter because they’re just printing the money to do it. If they had to raise taxes to pay for all that spending people would riot.

I don’t think I’m understanding.

The Iraq war lasted so long because the military industrial complex wants endless wars to keep making money off us. Drones or not, it doesn’t really matter because they’re just printing the money to do it. If they had to raise taxes to pay for all that spending people would riot.

You can’t just raise taxes. That’s not how they funded wars in the past. They had to issue war bonds before in order to pay for wars and the wars didn’t last for very long. Fiat literally made things possible that governments couldn’t do before.

Yes but even that isn’t free or cheap. The point is that it will have a cost and someone has to pay it. Instead of making everyone pay it through inflation

Historically, wars never lasted as long as they do now because governments run out of money from taxpayers. When you can’t print money, stupid people will eventually stop paying for retarded wars.

I was talking to my ex about Bitcoin and the state of the world a few years ago. She just said I don’t like to think about this stuff I just want to have fun. Some people can’t be helped 🤷‍♂️

#UK #parenting #WarPrepping

“more dangerous and challenging than it has been in decades… There’s China, Russia, Iran and North Korea. These things aren’t just happening far away, they impact us here at home.”

For any other parents who are living in the UK, keep in mind that infrastructural decline can—depending on the speed at which geopolitical tensions continue to escalate and the rate of attrition in our nation's natural resources—take nearly a decade, or possibly longer. Our nation and it's leaders, most certainly, do not possess significant enough resources or economic competency to grant our children the humble lives that so very much deserve. Or, at least, they are undoubtedbly not willing to share with us these resources that I speak of. If this war truly does continue to last and spread to various European and Western nations for the next 5-10+ years, many of our children will be eligible for Mr. Sunak's proposed plan for conscription.

That being said, everyone should start their own garden and begin stockpiling long lasting foods and water. And perhaps compose a backup plan which includes leaving the country. I currently reside in London. I, for one, have already spoken to my cousin and his wife in Switzerland about, potentially, moving in with them.

"This is a great country but generations of young people have not had the opportunities or experience they deserve and there are forces trying to divide our society in this increasingly uncertain world."

The hypocrisy of this statement—which was spoken by our most trusted PM—is truly remarkable. Speaking of "opportunities or experiences" that he wishes to give our young'uns while simultaneously forcing them into active service into a military which exists solely to serve a government that many of them openly (and rightfully) despise. Do not fall for their false sympathy and don't let our children suffer the consequences. No one should have to forcefully experience the horrors of war.

Lol. Alright, I'm finished. 😅🫂

I'm happy for you. And I've hit something of an epiphany, as well.

I finally hit an average of 4.0mph on the circuit (~2.75mi) that I walk. Geez. It took a while, but, I did it. I even beat the rain.

I've found I like walking after dinner. This also has the knock on effect that I'm less lazy than if I just eat dinner (usually my only meal of the day), and that's been making life a bit more pleasant since I am up and cleaving, reading, writing, or even just watching the sunset.

Next stage is to start doing the walk carrying weight. I recently bought a Durston Kakwa 55L ultralight hiking pack. I've yet to hike with it. I'm going to pack it with my normal stuff and start doing my circuit with that plus 3L of water. (I'm large and tend to need more water than most, so I prefer to carry 3L plus filtration when I'm hiking.

This is all in preparation for my second attempt at summiting Mt. Katadin in August. Last year I attempted it on a whim with no prep whatsoever since a friend of mine was starting a SOBO (south bound) through-hike of the Appalachian Trail, and I gave him a ride to Maine. I got convinced by him and others that I should give it a shot. That was the hardest thing I've done, physically, in a decade. I was almost immobile for three days and sore for a week after. I didn't summit. I got about 2/3 the way up and broke treeline. I was running out of water and wouldn't have made it to the summit with what I had or had enough daylight left to make it down before dusk. There were over a dozen people who finished their attempts well after dark. That's kind of nuts, but, you gotta do what you gotta do since nearly no one was hiking up with a full pack. (Everyone was slack packing to the summit.) My friend and one of his buddies made it.

Truth be told, I'm not sure I'll make it even though I'm on track to be nearly 60lbs lighter and in better shape. But, I am still going to attempt it because that's what I decided to do last year. So, screw it. I'm a do it. I'm not competing with anyone but myself and I'd rather not give in to my fear. I've done too much of that the last half of my life. I'm kinda tired of letting my laziness get the best of doing hard, but worthwhile, things.

#randomthoughts #grownostr #plebchain #hiking #mtkatadin #appalachiantrail #preparation #dohardthings #dontbelazy #thebeavergoesoverthemountain

🇧🇷 The largest bank in Brazil, Itau Unibanco, launches a #Bitcoin trading service for all customers.

The bank has 60 million customers in Latin America!

#btc #nostr #grownostr

Is there any rock tunstr? I miss rock!

Favorites:

It's my life

Smells like a teen spirit

Queens

All of the songs from MUSE

All American rejects

Blink 182

Metallicaa

KISS

Whitesnake

Where is ROCK?? Like what the heck are people listening to?? Rock and roll frees my soul. I only wanna be in love with ROCK N ROLL and drift away.

GM,beautiful people! 🫶🏻☀️

I saw this picture and I thought it would be interesting to share with you.

I always support small and local businesses. Specially food markets and small restaurants.

It makes me feel good to empower other’s people business and dreams.

I believe all the good things we do return to our lives somehow. Don’t hesitate when comes to help someone else.

So, I wish you a great day and don’t forget to be kind. Kindness always makes a positive difference in everyone’s lives. 🫂❤️

#gm

#nostr

#grownostr

This is helpful for all people. I don't use a smart phone. I find cooking and washing the dishes to exacerbate my neck and shoulder issues. I was born with scoliosis so this has been an issue for me my whole life.

Good morning! ☀️☀️

How’s the London weather?

Ohh you’re faster than me!!! Hope you enjoy it, let me know! :) 💚🌿

Have a good day 🌞

"How can my Linux server and bitcoind compete against the Federal Reserve?"

Okay. But this cuts the Saudi's from us obligations to sell arms as that was also part of the deal.