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Logical fallacy: Declinism

Everything used to be better , or was it?

You remember the past as better than it was, and expect the future to be worse than evidence suggests it will be.
Despite living in the most peaceful and prosperous time in history, many people believe things are getting worse.
Use metrics such as life expectancy, levels of crime and violence, and prosperity statistics.

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The second day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epocha in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival.... with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forevermore. You will think me transported with enthusiasm, but I am not. I am well aware of the toil and blood and treasure that it will cost us to maintain this Declaration and support and defend these States. Yet, through all the gloom, I can see the rays of ravishing light and glory. ~John Adams, letter to wife Abigail, 1776 July 3rd, Philadelphia

I do think Bill Murray should release the movie "Groundhog Day 2" but when you go see the movie, its just the same movie as Groundhog day 1...

Stay warm

When you are growing, be kind too yourself, learn your craft, collaborate with those who believe in you, work hard , keep striving to be better and put some goals in front of you. You never know, sometimes those who conquer the world come from the humblest of beginnings.

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this may be the perfect batch of Ranger Cookies , somebody get Mary Berry over here

I love Tabanero so I'm
Very excited to taste test my Tabanero Hot Sauce , gift pack tonight, i'm in a spicy Agave mood .