Monday, June 15, 2026

Learning Hebrew

Spanish:

USA está en otro planeta económico en comparación al resto del mundo

How much Spanish do you need to translate this to

The USA is on another planet economically compared to the rest of the world. 

The only non-cognates are mundo and del. All the other words are close enough to figure out the first time around, and rapidly translate the second time. 

Now in Hebrew:

ארה"ב נמצאת על כוכב כלכלי אחר בהשוואה לשאר העולם


Setting aside even the right to left orientation of Hebrew, the abjad — a writing system where each symbol primarily represents a consonant and vowels are not written, and the Hebrew alphabet,rather than the Latin alphabet of English and Spanish, is there a single word there that resembles English?

So you studied Spanish in college and figure now that at age 30 you'll be able to learn Hebrew in a snap?

Guess again. 


England has become a dictatorship

 


oh i believe it

 https://x.com/Parodyjeffx/status/2066278170878189811/video/1

He's Done. Why This Man -& Many Men- Feel This Way & Why It's Time Women Truly Listen.

 


Sunday, June 14, 2026

10 places with charm, scenery, and a calmer life without the big-city price tag..

 Greenville, SC

This is one of the best examples of a smaller city that does not feel like a downgrade. You get a walkable downtown, Falls Park, good restaurants, mountain access, and enough Southern charm to wonder why more people are not talking about it.

Chattanooga, TN This is what happens when a river city, a mountain town, and an outdoor playground all meet in the same place. You get dramatic views, nearby trails, walkable pockets, and a city that feels much easier to breathe in.

Roanoke, VA This is the kind of place that makes leaving a bigger city feel less like settling and more like getting your life back. The Blue Ridge sits right there, downtown still has character, and the cost of living feels far more reasonable than the scenery suggests.

Pittsburgh, PA This city gives you more beauty than people expect and more affordability than a major city usually allows. Bridges, hills, old neighborhoods, rivers, sports culture, and real architecture make it feel bigger and more interesting than its price tag.

Knoxville, TN This is a strong choice if you want city energy without losing easy access to nature. You get a lively downtown, the Tennessee River, college-town energy, and the Smoky Mountains close enough to make weekends feel like an escape.

Buffalo, NY This is one of the most underrated cities in America if you care about architecture, neighborhoods, and character. Old homes, lake views, food culture, historic buildings, and a comeback feel make it much more interesting than its reputation.

Boise, ID This is where you go if you want outdoor access without completely giving up city life. You get foothills, trails, river paths, a clean downtown, and a western feel that still has enough energy to keep things interesting.

Duluth, MN This place feels like a city built on the edge of something wild. Lake Superior, steep hills, old brick buildings, harbor views, trails, and cold northern charm give it a look you do not find in most American cities.

Lancaster, PA This is a great example of a place that feels slower without feeling empty. Historic brick streets, markets, farmland nearby, old homes, and a strong sense of place make it one of the more charming smaller cities in the country.

Huntsville, AL This is not just a cheap city people mention on relocation lists. You get job growth, mountain views nearby, a cleaner daily rhythm, and enough momentum to make it feel like a practical move instead of a retreat.

Watching my Father suffer changed how i see men. It's why I can't stay silent.

 



Thursday, June 11, 2026

know any rabbis like this?

 Whenever I dive deep into the origin stories of The Beatles, I am always struck by the profound daddy issues that plagued the band. John Lennon was abandoned by his father; Paul McCartney lost his mother early, leaving his father to shoulder an immense burden. But Ringo Starr’s story holds a beautiful, often overlooked counter-narrative, all thanks to a gentle, softly spoken Londoner named Harry Graves. As a fan, I firmly believe that without Harry’s psychological support and profound empathy, the Ringo Starr we know and love might never have existed.

Ringo’s biological father walked out when he was just a toddler, leaving his mother, Elsie, to raise him in the gritty, impoverished streets of the Dingle in Liverpool. When Elsie finally remarried in 1954, Ringo was an incredibly fragile teenager, emotionally and physically scarred from years of life-threatening illnesses that had kept him in hospitals and robbed him of an education. Enter Harry Graves. In a rough working-class culture where stepfathers could often be stern or resentful, Harry was a revelation. He didn't try to discipline the sickly Richard Starkey; instead, he showered him with unconditional warmth and patience. Ringo affectionately called him his "step-ladder," a testament to how Harry elevated him. Harry possessed a deep psychological intuition. He recognized that Ringo, who struggled with literacy and immense insecurity, desperately needed an outlet. He didn't push the boy into manual labor or berate him for his lack of schooling. Instead, he paid attention to Ringo’s innate sense of rhythm. It was Harry who scraped together the funds to buy Ringo his first real drum kit. He traveled all the way to London and brought back a second-hand, £10 drum set, lugging it back to Liverpool just to see the boy smile. That single act of paternal support changed musical history. Harry provided a safe, nurturing environment where Ringo could pound away his frustrations and build his shattered confidence. Harry Graves proved that family isn’t always blood; it is the person who steps up, sees your potential, and buys you the tools to change the world. Whenever I hear Ringo’s joyful, steady backbeat, I send a quiet thank-you to Harry Graves, the sweet, supportive stepdad who gave the quietest Beatle his voice.