February 24, 2022

There was an American port

somewhere in Florida, a fairly large port, that came under the control of Russia through a contract. This happened during the Obama years. I am sorry, I do not have a link or even the name of it.

But, I remember that I was so upset over what tRump was doing that I ended up running across this tidbit in my research. I remember being angry that such a port would be given to the control of a foreign country, and that my beloved Obama had allowed that. I remember distinctly saying, oh well, he was the President, and he must have a reason.

Well, if this long term contract, which gave control of an American port to our now proven enemy, then let's find out which port and REVOKE the contract.

February 24, 2022

The UN Secretary General

is supposed to be reading a statement about Ukraine at one fifteen pm today. You can find it at UNWeb tv. Follow the date, scroll down, and you can click on that at 1315 (0115). This is not a security council meeting, but a presser.

I read somewhere here that Latvia had asked for an emergency meeting, but I don't see where they have scheduled a meeting for that. Yesterday, I saw a fragment of one of the Baltics--I believe it was Latvia--complaining at the after presser that the Russian UN President had denied them the right to speak at the security council meeting. But, the broadcaster (I think I was watching PBN by then) cut them off and I didn't get to hear what they were saying. And, now I read that they want to speak to the Council, but so far, crickets.

I read yesterday (sorry, no link) that Russia is in the middle of its TWO YEAR presidency role at the UN. It isn't a month to month thing. I ask you, brilliant thinkers, movers and doers, WHY does Russia get to stay in that role if Russia has declared an unprovoked war on another country, and is now killing citizens of said country?

IT MAKES NO SENSE. The UN should join NATO in sanctions regardless of the voting, and boot Russia to the curb as part of the sanctions. If they truly want to use SANCTIONS as the new, modern means of warfare (which, unfortunately WILL NOT WORK,) then they should kick them out of the UN.

And, since they are denying a Baltic country access to the security council, they should doubly be booted.

How long are we going to act like fools? No, I don't want a WW3. No, I don't want a nuclear holocaust. No, I don't want $10/gal of gas. What I want is, if the world truly wants to sanction the shit out of Russia for this, then DO IT. You can't let them sit there controlling the "United" Nations with veto power. They are already using their position there as a WAR TOOL.

I think the UN should call out its troops. They can enter where NATO can't.

Sorry. For those that think that "warmongers" should go to the front first, ship me out. I'm old, I don't care if I die, and I'll take someone younger's place. I can still shoot.

February 24, 2022

Here's a link to what India is reporting

India made such an impassioned plea for the safety of its students still in Ukraine...India has a lot of international students around the world...they are very into education.

https://indianexpress.com/article/world/russia-ukraine-crisis-news-live-updates-putin-biden-united-states-seperatists-7788299/

Of particular interest is that they reported that Ukraine requested Turkey to close the Bhosporus and Dardanelles Straits to Russian shipping. Turkey controls those waterways, which connect to the Black Sea. Turkey is a NATO country, but I don't think they will do that. Hope I am wrong.

You can look up Dardanelles on Wiki and learn more about the geography of the area.

February 24, 2022

This is a video link for Mariupol

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/2/24/russia-ukraine-whats-happening-in-mariupol

This is a large seaport on the Azov Sea which Russia wants. It is a very interesting car ride through the city from today. It will give you more perspective on what is happening.

February 24, 2022

This is an article about the Artic, and Russia

It is from January 25, 2022, so it is timely. As you know, you can see Russia from backyards in Alaska. So, this has interesting bits about what Russia may be thinking, or may do if they invade Ukraine, which they did.

https://www.arctictoday.com/a-russian-incursion-into-ukraine-will-likely-affect-the-arctic-but-exactly-how-is-unclear/

February 24, 2022

Here's a link to

marine traffic:

https://www.marinetraffic.com/en/ais/home/centerx:33.2/centery:46.8/zoom

Look at all those ships out there! You can't see military, apparently, but you can at least be amazed at all the ships. Refresh your geography...

February 24, 2022

Who is the Kenya guy?

I could listen to his voice forever...

February 23, 2022

Attention Russian Army 2

FREE PIZZA! Bring us your mobile crematorium, and we will repurpose it into a pizza oven! We will give you UHA, free land, vodka, rum (the good Lithuanian kind), and FREE PIZZA! See you soon!

February 23, 2022

Smilie for Ukraine

Where is the Smilie for the Ukraine Flag? Can I request one? I am so frustrated and angry right now. The world is tired of all this shit. Tired of it! I want to start building my home lab right now, but I don't have the right frame of mind. Instead, I am cleaning my house. I'm going to have the cleanest house in the country.

I'm tired of all the tribal warfare. I want to cook, garden, write, sing, learn new stuff, and advance my soul just a little before I die. Instead, I feel like I'm being beaten up by sad, little men who can't get it up so they have to take it out on everyone else.

WE. ARE. UKRAINE.

February 22, 2022

Attention Russian Army

I invite all Russian soldiers to just defect and change sides. There's more to life than fighting Putin's battle for him. And, guess what? He soon won't have the money to pay you! Or, buy food to feed you! What, you thought he would reach into his own pocket? Life in Ukraine will be better for you. Spring is coming. There will be love in the air...give up now, before some angry Babushka smacks you upside the head.

You won't like walking around in the Spring thaw, mud up to your hips, struggling to haul your pack and rifle and listening to your stomach growl! There will be NO gas station along the way to buy gas for your tank! Your tank crew will be forced to pull off by the side of the road. You will have to walk.

As tokens of appreciation for the Most Creative Way To Defect, we will award you all the Ukraine Hero Award. Wear it to any restaurant in Ukraine, and you will be rewarded! It's not worth it to you to die for Putin! Give up before you start, turn left instead of right, and throw your weapon down! We will help you.

If you bring us your tank, we will reward you with a nice plot of land for your very own. Will Putin do that? No, he won't! The only land you will get from Putin is a six foot by four plot of miserable wasteland in which to place your body when you pass. And, that's if you're lucky!

You will have better luck on our side. Honestly, we'll treat you like a hero! See you soon! We are the breadbasket; we'll give you food!