War is Not the Answer
@rlwood.bsky.social
No Starter Packs. Retired int'l trade expert seeking engaged, progressive voices. Interests: travel, languages, photography, birds, gardening, cooking. I block MAGA/Nazis/porn/crypto. Francophone/Deutschsprachig. This Yinzer votes straight blue.
This is so embarrassing. In Europe, the average person is at least functionally bilingual and often trilingual. It is the same in much of the world. I am functionally pentalingual but fluent in only three.
October 30, 2025 at 12:51 AM
This is so embarrassing. In Europe, the average person is at least functionally bilingual and often trilingual. It is the same in much of the world. I am functionally pentalingual but fluent in only three.
Ronald Reagan envisioned North American as stronger economically and strategically with free trade. I was NOT a fan, but he was right on this.
October 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Ronald Reagan envisioned North American as stronger economically and strategically with free trade. I was NOT a fan, but he was right on this.
Clearly AI so don't claim it is real.
October 2, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Clearly AI so don't claim it is real.
I was at the University of Geneva in the fall of 1982 during a period of protests and martial law in Poland. One of my classes had a Polish emigre professor. A Russian "student?" crashed the class one day to argue against the Polish rebellion ... in fluent French. Malign actors plan for this.
September 29, 2025 at 3:07 PM
I was at the University of Geneva in the fall of 1982 during a period of protests and martial law in Poland. One of my classes had a Polish emigre professor. A Russian "student?" crashed the class one day to argue against the Polish rebellion ... in fluent French. Malign actors plan for this.
The thought had occurred...
September 11, 2025 at 12:51 AM
The thought had occurred...
So sorry to hear this. I continue to send best wishes.
September 11, 2025 at 12:05 AM
So sorry to hear this. I continue to send best wishes.
I own the vinyl
August 23, 2025 at 10:32 PM
I own the vinyl
I was 3 and living in Germany where my dad was in the Army. All personnel were called back to base from any leave. My mom was alone in off-base housing for a week while my dad stayed on base. It was considered a very close call in Germany at the time.
August 19, 2025 at 8:15 PM
I was 3 and living in Germany where my dad was in the Army. All personnel were called back to base from any leave. My mom was alone in off-base housing for a week while my dad stayed on base. It was considered a very close call in Germany at the time.
Well it was 3 am but not my idea of a drug hangout, no.
August 13, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Well it was 3 am but not my idea of a drug hangout, no.
It's a leafy residential street near clubs, theater, restaurants.
August 13, 2025 at 2:03 AM
It's a leafy residential street near clubs, theater, restaurants.
1) None of his advisors come from manufacturing and so none understands supply chain management. And somehow, no one seems able (or willing) to explain that every import is recorded at the border and only released when the U.S. importer pays any duty owed.
But also 2) threats are his modus operandi.
But also 2) threats are his modus operandi.
August 1, 2025 at 2:40 AM
1) None of his advisors come from manufacturing and so none understands supply chain management. And somehow, no one seems able (or willing) to explain that every import is recorded at the border and only released when the U.S. importer pays any duty owed.
But also 2) threats are his modus operandi.
But also 2) threats are his modus operandi.
Ms. Resists, what exactly Vice President Harris said, as opposed to other Dems and surrogates, overlooks the point. You think Ds did not understand the threats? We did. Presidential candidates have precious little time to grab attention; they rarely get into the weeds -- even if they are thistles.
July 31, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Ms. Resists, what exactly Vice President Harris said, as opposed to other Dems and surrogates, overlooks the point. You think Ds did not understand the threats? We did. Presidential candidates have precious little time to grab attention; they rarely get into the weeds -- even if they are thistles.
Mass? (I am a Smithie.)
June 14, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Mass? (I am a Smithie.)
My local paper today reports on the closure of a small manufacturer. 80+ jobs lost. Company cites trade war w/China as a factor.
June 14, 2025 at 3:34 PM
My local paper today reports on the closure of a small manufacturer. 80+ jobs lost. Company cites trade war w/China as a factor.
Peace is good for business. -- DS9 episode "Destiny"
June 13, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Peace is good for business. -- DS9 episode "Destiny"
I was at the commencement as my youngest graduated. The speech is on YouTube. I thought the idea was silly, but it was really quite cute. Seeing an entire stadium sing The Rainbow Connection was the best.
May 25, 2025 at 7:21 AM
I was at the commencement as my youngest graduated. The speech is on YouTube. I thought the idea was silly, but it was really quite cute. Seeing an entire stadium sing The Rainbow Connection was the best.
My youngest tried to open a Roth IRA the day he turned 18. It took a few days -- I think they though it was a fake account for money laundering. He fully funded it on Taco Bell paychecks.
May 15, 2025 at 12:25 AM
My youngest tried to open a Roth IRA the day he turned 18. It took a few days -- I think they though it was a fake account for money laundering. He fully funded it on Taco Bell paychecks.
Western PA grammar in action!
May 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Western PA grammar in action!