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Cake day: June 30th, 2023

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  • I understand where you’re coming from, but it’ll be easy to tell. Someone who’s sealioning will skip or “forget” points you’ve already made when they’re making their counter arguments. The conversation will be irritating and demanding.

    Someone who genuinely wants to discuss and learn won’t wear on you that way. Their replies won’t have that “I outsmarted you and you’re an idiot” kind of feel. It’s hard to explain, but people can recognize the difference. I don’t think there’s a threat to honest debate here.

    Yes, it’s possible to confuse sealions with people who are simply rude and obnoxious, but since I don’t like talking to either one, I don’t much care.



  • No, you’re not being unreasonable. In my opinion, you’re being the more rational one.

    I can see why he’s attracted to the idea of living in rural Wyoming, because it’s an absolutely beautiful place. However, the day-to-day practicalities can’t be ignored. If it’s in your budget, perhaps consider a long-term rental (a short-term rental won’t do. It would probably only reinforce his ideas). Once he really feels the isolation, he might change his mind. MIGHT. I don’t really have any better suggestions.







  • I’ve only seen a handful of articles from these folks, but they seem pretty thoughtful. This one is no exception. My favorite part:

    Given the number of variables, however, much will depend on the wisdom and restraint of Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khameini, and the people around them. And that does not bode well in the short or long term.

    This is the closest I’ve ever seen them get to humor, but it works.