Brainiack
Are we living in a computer simulation? Part 5
Note: During this segment Nick Bortrom puts together the logic and formulas that demonstrate and measure (a) the fraction of all human-level technological civilizations that survive to reach a posthuman stage. (b) An average number of ancestor realities run by a posthuman civilization. (c) An average number of individuals that Read more
Brainiack
“Are we living in a computer simulation?” by Nick Bostrom Part 4
Note: While taking my initial dive into the study of Nick Bostrom’s philosophical paper “Are we living in a computer simulation?” it occurred to me that a direct answer to his questions may have already been reached since his paper was first published in 2003. A recent interview on this Read more
Brainiack
Happy First Inception Date, Capricorn Science.
It was a year ago today, that I opened the account with Word Press and named this baby blog Capricorn Science. By late October we were designed and up and running. Like with everything new, there have been growing pains while learning the tricks of the trade , but mostly Read more
Awesome Stuff
Reflections on the Joy of Silence.
Like most people, I was born in a busy city listening to the noises of cars, buses, planes, phones, and people… This has been the norm since forever. It became evident to me that noise did not have the same effect on others as it does on me. Recently, while Read more
Brainiack
“Are we living in a computer simulation?” Part 3
It appears appropriate that during the worlds incarceration, due to a pandemic, to examine more closely, post-humanism and the possibility or probability that this hand has already been played and we are on re-play while we exist within a ancestor computer simulation. This part 3 completes Nick Bortrom’s Introduction of Read more
Brainiack
Are we living in a computer simulation. Part 2
Part one of this blog/discussion was titled “Existential Questions that Need Answers”. It contains an introduction to Nick Bostrom and his prolific career as a philosopher of Artificial Intelligence and bioethics. PART ONE outlined the ABSTRACT of the paper he published in 2002, titled ” Are you living in a Read more
Metro Gourmet
French Toast with a new twist.
French Toast: whole grain bread dipped in Pancake Mix. About a year ago a friend mentioned that she and her husband were low on Pancake Mix and decided to mix what they had and dip bread in it. She said that the outcome was delicious. Well, I keep these little Read more
Healthy Living
Stress Kills.
While we battle the Coronavirus pandemic and try to survive plus help others, it is important to remember that stress, in extreme form, could also kill us. The effort exerted in surviving could turn against us. While holding on to this thought it is imperative to identify the particular sources Read more
Funky Wonky
The Contrarian
The contrarian is that person that looks at any given fact or fiction and questions it thoroughly as a normal part of their thought process. The contrarian looks at light and wonders about darkness. The contrarian is tucked away in every inventor, teacher, mathematician who explore the concept of thinking Read more
Metro Gourmet
Lockdown lunch. Day 20. Salmon patties. Yum.
Salmon Patties Per Moi: One can of red Salmon. Drain and take the out bone, Toss in bowl and flake with fork. Separately, beat two eggs and add to the flaky salmon. Mix. Add breadcrumbs until the mix holds pattie shape, about half a cup. Heat 1.4 inch oil. Fry Read more
Awesome Stuff
Learning about Meher Baba. The last Avatar. Part 3
In his words: It is never presumptuous for anyone to hope for realization. It is the goal of creation and the birthright of humanity. Blessed are they who are prepared to assert that right in this very life. The Avatar appears in different forms, under different names, at different times, Read more
Good Vibes
Welcome April, named after the Greek Goddess Aphrodite.
April is the name of Greek Goddess of Love, Aphrodite. In the Roman calendar, the fourth month is spelled Aprilis, meaning “to open”. Zooming to the present, April is also known as ” autism awareness month.” Our most famous and beloved autistic person is our dear Greta Thunberg. She has Read more
Metro Gourmet
Heavenly. Homemade Waffles, Whipped Cream, Fresh Raspberries, Orange Blossom Honey. What’s on your plate?
Day 17 of Lockdown. It’s Sunday. For me, all days are happy days. But Sunday is Sunday, you can drink wine before noon. I ran out the first week after my lockdown. So here, for breakfast, I indulged myself with: Home Made Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon Read more
Politics
Finding my Joe Biden Mojo!
Each and every time Mr. Trump and his group of followers show themselves and discuss anything … you fill in the blank: kidnapping children, murdering seniors, robbing federal funds blind, plus his never ending long list of illegal activities … I mentally and emotionally come steps closer to embracing Vice Read more
Politics
Begging for a hand-out.
We fight to control and have access to our own hard earned money. Society combined with our Social Contract have created a structure whereby all citizens contribute earnings to a common pot of money and assets. Then a group of people are chosen , elected, with the purpose of distributing Read more
Awesome Stuff
Life Becomes Meaningful… Meher Baba, part 2
Part two: Meher Baba, the last known Avatar ” Life becomes meaningful and all activities are purposeful only on the basis of faith in the enduring reality. The greatest romance possible in life is to discover this Eternal Reality in the midst of infinite change. One, has experienced this, one Read more
Politics
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo leading the way.
During the past couple of weeks we have seen how the Coronavirus pandemic has wound up key players in creating and establishing strategies to fight and control this pandemic. Governor Andrew Cuomo has risen to front and center on the side of defending and saving lives, We keep our ears Read more
Good Vibes
Introducing Meher Baba
I keep Meher Baba close to my spirit since I first heard about him and studied his writings about 20 years ago. I am not a religious person but am very much a spiritual being. Take a moment and learn about this extraordinary Avatar. Meher Baba was an Indian spiritual Read more