Next time you eat avocados, think carefully about what you're really consuming:

https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/top-10-words-with-remarkable-origins-vol-1/avocado​

In pre-Columbian times, this fruit was considered an aphrodisiac. For this reason, one Aztec language named it ahuacatl. Ahuacatl is short for ahuacacuahuitl, which means "testicle tree" (ahuacatl "testicle" + cuahuitl "tree").

 

That's the reason they don't let you eat them in the store.

 

All in the family.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/public...ia-to-help-son-beat-wife-say-deputies/2336101

 

Darwin award?

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4848026/Man-ran-flames-Burning-Man-festival-died.html

 

They wanted to go to Chuck E Cheese
http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2017/09/03/child-struck-car-hazelwood-johnston-avenue/

 

What better way to celebrate an Oktoberfetst than wearing puke-repellent shoes?

http://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/20...pellent-sneaker-for-upcoming-oktoberfest.html
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The shoe's exterior is a fall-colored brown and gold with a lederhosen-inspired design, while the interior resembles a classic Oktoberfest checked red-and-white tablecloth. On the side, “Prost” is stitched right above the iconic three stripes, meaning “Cheers” in German.

 

Looking at a major firestorm down the river from me (no danger here yet) with the wind blowing at a good clip. The Columbia River Gorge is being evacuated and it's raining ash here almost like snow.

http://koin.com/2017/09/04/eagle-creek-fire-expected-to-grow/

 

Looking at a major firestorm down the river from me (no danger here yet) with the wind blowing at a good clip. The Columbia River Gorge is being evacuated and it's raining ash here almost like snow.

http://koin.com/2017/09/04/eagle-creek-fire-expected-to-grow/

Wow... that pic is worthy of the photography thread!

 

 

@nsaspook

Get everyone's go-bag loaded. You might be making a fast exit. Be safe out there.

 

@nsaspook

Get everyone's go-bag loaded. You might be making a fast exit. Be safe out there.

I was going though some health issues about a year ago, so I always had a hospital go bag at the ready. I have been wanting to put a full bag together for sometime now. A good idea for everyone to have around the house for each family member. You never know when an emergency might strike.

 

Looking at a major firestorm down the river from me (no danger here yet) with the wind blowing at a good clip. The Columbia River Gorge is being evacuated and it's raining ash here almost like snow.

http://koin.com/2017/09/04/eagle-creek-fire-expected-to-grow/

For those not aware Multnomah Falls is just upriver and east of Portland on the Columbia River. If the fire gets down into the gorge, there is a world of hurt coming down.

 

Want to see Area-51?

@nsaspook

Get everyone's go-bag loaded. You might be making a fast exit. Be safe out there.

We all should be fine here. The wind should change direction in a day or so and push the fire back to where it's already burned most of the fuel but the fire jumped the river last night into Washington.
http://www.kgw.com/news/fire-spreads-to-washington-side-of-the-gorge/471051192

 

Hello,

You probably know the wikihow site.
I came accross this:

High heels are typically still considered a woman’s shoe, but gender norms are being pushed in the 21st century, and these days a guy can rock a pair of heels whenever he feels like it. If you’re a man looking for a subtle boost of height, elevator shoes, shoe lifts, or even low-heeled boots are a great choice. For guys looking to strut their stuff in a pair of wedges or even stilettos, practice makes perfect! You’ll start with a low-heeled shoe and stride your way to the perfect walk with confidence to match.

http://www.wikihow.com/Wear-High-Heels-(for-Men)

Bertus

 

http://www.kgw.com/news/local/multnomah-falls-lodge-threatened-by-wildfire/471129834

TROUTDALE, Ore. -- Flames from the Eagle Creek Fire have been moving toward the iconic Multnomah Falls Lodge, but it had not seen any fire damage as of Tuesday morning.

Firefighters protected the lodge overnight, while building managers cleared out old paintings and other historical pieces.

Five ladder trucks sprayed foam on the building and doused the surrounding area in water. Portland Fire & Rescue Lt. Damon Simmons said protecting the lodge is a top priority.

 

Hello,

You probably know the wikihow site.
I came accross this:

High heels are typically still considered a woman’s shoe, but gender norms are being pushed in the 21st century, and these days a guy can rock a pair of heels whenever he feels like it. If you’re a man looking for a subtle boost of height, elevator shoes, shoe lifts, or even low-heeled boots are a great choice. For guys looking to strut their stuff in a pair of wedges or even stilettos, practice makes perfect! You’ll start with a low-heeled shoe and stride your way to the perfect walk with confidence to match.

http://www.wikihow.com/Wear-High-Heels-(for-Men)

Bertus

 

Hello,

You probably know the wikihow site.
I came accross this:

High heels are typically still considered a woman’s shoe, but gender norms are being pushed in the 21st century, and these days a guy can rock a pair of heels whenever he feels like it. If you’re a man looking for a subtle boost of height, elevator shoes, shoe lifts, or even low-heeled boots are a great choice. For guys looking to strut their stuff in a pair of wedges or even stilettos, practice makes perfect! You’ll start with a low-heeled shoe and stride your way to the perfect walk with confidence to match.

http://www.wikihow.com/Wear-High-Heels-(for-Men)

Bertus

Take precautions Bertus. Ensure a good previous training

 

http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2017/09/05/red-balloons-tied-to-grates-in-advance-of-it/

 

http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2017/09/05/red-balloons-tied-to-grates-in-advance-of-it/

I saw a teaser clip on this in the local news but did not see the actual piece. Thanks for posting.

 

I saw a teaser clip on this in the local news but did not see the actual piece. Thanks for posting.

One of those movies that they show all of the scary scenes as trailers/previews for six months before the movie is released - dark, deep voice, "when the kid watching his paper boat float down the gutter, you won't know what to expect when it reaches the drain. watch it!"

I've seen all I needed to see.