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Steven Ugoretz's avatar

Now I'm confused, my pre-Internet mind interpreted your use of the term "creator" as referring to some Old White Guy in a flowing robe zapping thunderbolts that reveal Naked People standing unashamed in a Garden of Earthly Delights (not including the Internet). Content as a creation may be highly overrated in comparison to a blue whale, or a date palm. The Net is a much more seductive medium than the Encyclopedia Brittanica, and more portable (a big advantage). But, it's still only a tool for our prehensile brains to achieve a more interesting and enjoyable life. Sure, it can be another vast wasteland, but it can also be a small slice of paradise. And, you can enjoy it with your favorite food and beverage without being kicked out.

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Steve Peterman's avatar

All true, Steve, and as usual, very thoughtful. It took me a minute to figure out he hadn't found religion yet...or at least organized religion. He has found golf, which has its own versions of heaven and hell.

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Steven Ugoretz's avatar

Whereas, like REM, I've been losing my religion, or at least the organized part of it. As to golf, I've never had the opportunity (or much inclination) to try it. Being a natural klutz, I figure I'm saving countless potential partners from golf-ball induced trauma. Otherwise, I have the same opinion of the game as W.C. Fields. Take care.

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Ty Cobb's avatar

Thanks for the warning about your Dad! What a hustler! Loved this so much I bought the lathe!

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Steve Peterman's avatar

HA! This is why I never read his column after a couple glasses of wine.

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Stephen C Beck's avatar

I started a twitter feed a couple of years ago. I have one follower. Can't blame the content because I never posted any. I wonder if that lone guy is worried about me or if maybe he/it is a bot. Or maybe he's been busy distracting himself by playing golf.

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Harry Pinkus's avatar

I found one that helps me with memory issues. I can't remember the name of it but when I do I'll report back.

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Steve Peterman's avatar

For me it's videos of guitar players. And anything having to do with astronomy. Either one can send me into a cosmic sphere that puts my own little problems and concerns into a much healthier perspective.

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Lee Chemel's avatar

That was a really interesting post, especially revealing the fact that you are obsessed with golf; I thought it was mostly for old guys, you know, like your Dad who can kick your butt around 18 holes. But seriously ... as for finding new creators, here are two: on Insta (that's what you kids call it, right?) i found a couple of creators who colorize old photos, historic pics. Really cool. I do restorations but haven't colorized. These people are genius! The other is a site where they show how to do IMPROV quilt making. Craziness. (Let me know if I'm I supposed to name those sites.)

Thanks Will!

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Steve Peterman's avatar

Can't wait to check out that quilting site. I just have to milk the cows and shuck some corn.

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Lee Chemel's avatar

🙃🙃🙃

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Chris Manheim's avatar

Your enthusiasm's infectious, Will. So nice to read something positive these days. Thanks!

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