What I Learned Today - Page 19

Trilby · 05-12-2009, 05:47 AM

Today I've learned that there is an easy way to sum up three philosophies of living:

Socrates: To Thine Own Self Be True.

Epicurus: Live Simply So Others May Simply Live.

Seneca: Be Prepared Coz Shit Happens; or, Resistance Is Futile.

capnhowdy · 05-12-2009, 07:41 AM

I learned that it is a bitch to clean your pool in the spring if you don't cover and winterize it in the fall. My bad. My burden.
On the flip side, tho, I'm almost done. This is one case where chemicals are our friend.

monster · 05-12-2009, 10:38 PM

With pools chemicals are always our friend. Until it comes to the billing time.

05-13-2009, 12:15 AM

I learned that it is very likely that insulin and zinc are both crucial for the operation of tiny meat-spectroscopes in our noses that allow us to instantly identify smellable molecules!

lumberjim · 05-13-2009, 12:18 AM

how fast do fingernails grow?

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The answer to this question is actually a bit complex. The rate of growth of human fingernails varies, depending on the person, the nail in question, and the time of year. As a general rule, human fingernails grow between half an inch (one centimeter) and four inches (10 centimeters) per year, and a number of things can influence this growth rate. Incidentally, fingernails grow approximately five times as fast as toenails, for those who are curious.
Among the many factors which influences the rate of growth is age. Younger people tend to grow their fingernails more quickly, especially if they eat healthy, varied diets. To improve the strength and appearance of fingernails, people can consume gelatin, which will help build thicker, stronger nails. Gelatin can also contribute to hair health, as well, although it will not significantly impact the rate of growth for human hair. Dietary imbalances can cause spotting or ridges on the nails, and an overload of certain toxins can also have an impact on nail growth and appearance.
One must also consider the finger when looking at the rate of nail growth. Longer fingers appear to grow nail material more quickly, as do the fingers on the dominant hand. On most people, the middle finger of the dominant hand grows a nail most quickly, while the thumb or pinky of the other hand has the slowest rate of nail growth.
Human fingernails appear to grow more quickly during the daylight, which means that they also grow more during the summer, when daylight hours are increased. As human fingernails grow, they can be shaped with trimming, a technique which can also be used to strengthen the edge of the nail by trimming away thin, ragged material on the nail and cuticle. Some people also like to oil their nails to keep them fully hydrated, or to use nail-strengthening solutions if they have especially thin or pitted nails.

Undertoad · 05-13-2009, 02:57 PM

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Some people also like to oil their nails

daff0dil · 05-13-2009, 04:19 PM

Today I learned I am one of very few people I know excited by the Vaselines coming to portland. Or, even actually, aware the Vaselines ever existed. This could also go into the "what is annoying me today" sub. btw.

05-13-2009, 10:57 PM

I would have gone if they were here yesterday!

BigV · 05-29-2009, 10:47 PM

This evening I am learning that

Country music + bourbon == a *very* potent admixture, practically hypergolic.

Handle with extreme caution, especially when mixed in the presence of solitude.

You have been warned.

Gravdigr · 06-01-2009, 06:35 PM

Today I learned that if you overcook honey battered chicken, it tastes like chicken-flavored charcoal briquettes.

capnhowdy · 06-01-2009, 09:27 PM

I learned that it is easier to get forgiveness than permission.

Trilby · 06-03-2009, 10:29 AM

I learned that a company named Digital River has 40,000 OTHER companies under its umbrella (ella, ella, ella) making it nearly impossible to trace one measly transaction.

again, to whomever stole my debit card number and used it: If I catch you I shall drown you in a shallow pool of goblin-piss, under the broken-down American elm tree in the old graveyard up the road from me. Don't think I haven't given this some thought, fukker.

classicman · 06-03-2009, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Brianna

Digital River has 40,000 OTHER companies under its umbrella (ella, ella, ella) making it nearly impossible to trace one measly transaction.

Sounds like ACORN.

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Originally Posted by Brianna

again, to whomever stole my debit card number and used it: If I catch you I shall drown you in a shallow pool of goblin-piss, under the broken-down American elm tree in the old graveyard up the road from me. Don't think I haven't given this some thought, fukker.

That and may the fleas from a 1000 camels infest your armpits!

capnhowdy · 06-03-2009, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by classicman

Sounds like ACORN.

That and may the fleas from a 1000 camels infest your armpits!

That and I hope every hair on their ass turns into a fishook!

Gravdigr · 06-04-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by capnhowdy

That and I hope every hair on their ass turns into a fishook!

Shit, man!

05-12-2009, 05:47 AM	#1
Trilby Slattern of the Swail Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 15,654	Today I've learned that there is an easy way to sum up three philosophies of living: Socrates: To Thine Own Self Be True. Epicurus: Live Simply So Others May Simply Live. Seneca: Be Prepared Coz Shit Happens; or, Resistance Is Futile. __________________ In Barrie's play and novel, the roles of fairies are brief: they are allies to the Lost Boys, the source of fairy dust and ...They are portrayed as dangerous, whimsical and extremely clever but quite hedonistic. "Shall I give you a kiss?" Peter asked and, jerking an acorn button off his coat, solemnly presented it to her. —James Barrie Wimminfolk they be tricksy. - ZenGum

05-12-2009, 07:41 AM	#2
capnhowdy Blatantly Homosapien Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 6,200	I learned that it is a bitch to clean your pool in the spring if you don't cover and winterize it in the fall. My bad. My burden. On the flip side, tho, I'm almost done. This is one case where chemicals are our friend. __________________ Please type slowly. I can't read very fast............... and no holy water, please.

05-12-2009, 10:38 PM	#3
monster I hear them call the tide Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Perpetual Chaos Posts: 30,852	With pools chemicals are always our friend. Until it comes to the billing time. __________________ The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity Amelia Earhart

05-29-2009, 10:47 PM	#9
BigV Goon Squad Leader Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Seattle Posts: 27,063	This evening I am learning that Country music + bourbon == a very potent admixture, practically hypergolic. Handle with extreme caution, especially when mixed in the presence of solitude. You have been warned. __________________ Be Just and Fear Not.

06-01-2009, 06:35 PM	#10
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	Today I learned that if you overcook honey battered chicken, it tastes like chicken-flavored charcoal briquettes. __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

05-13-2009, 12:15 AM	#4
Tiki Guest Posts: n/a	I learned that it is very likely that insulin and zinc are both crucial for the operation of tiny meat-spectroscopes in our noses that allow us to instantly identify smellable molecules!

05-13-2009, 04:19 PM	#7
daff0dil Profitable Prophet Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 30	Today I learned I am one of very few people I know excited by the Vaselines coming to portland. Or, even actually, aware the Vaselines ever existed. This could also go into the "what is annoying me today" sub. btw.

05-13-2009, 10:57 PM	#8
Tiki Guest Posts: n/a	I would have gone if they were here yesterday!

06-01-2009, 09:27 PM	#11
capnhowdy Blatantly Homosapien Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 6,200	I learned that it is easier to get forgiveness than permission. __________________ Please type slowly. I can't read very fast............... and no holy water, please.

06-03-2009, 10:29 AM	#12
Trilby Slattern of the Swail Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 15,654	I learned that a company named Digital River has 40,000 OTHER companies under its umbrella (ella, ella, ella) making it nearly impossible to trace one measly transaction. again, to whomever stole my debit card number and used it: If I catch you I shall drown you in a shallow pool of goblin-piss, under the broken-down American elm tree in the old graveyard up the road from me. Don't think I haven't given this some thought, fukker. __________________ In Barrie's play and novel, the roles of fairies are brief: they are allies to the Lost Boys, the source of fairy dust and ...They are portrayed as dangerous, whimsical and extremely clever but quite hedonistic. "Shall I give you a kiss?" Peter asked and, jerking an acorn button off his coat, solemnly presented it to her. —James Barrie Wimminfolk they be tricksy. - ZenGum

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