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Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

SKI ELDORA

Hey Jan..thanks for checking on us while on Spring Break in Colorado!

Before we departed Dallas, we were excited to see the forecast for 3+ days of sunshine across the Rocky Mountain National Park...with Eldora Ski Resort nearby.

As you recall recently, Tommy mentioned he (and I) first learned to ski while with the Hi-YMCA student group from RHS.  It is a good ski resort for first-timers!

And so, I thought it would be fun for Christopher to do the same.

2 days ago, we skied  with a 30" base and 2" fresh snow...at a high of 41 degrees.

However today, see webcam:  

There is 33" of fresh snow...at 19 degrees high. 

Burrrr...I'm so glad we left for Dallas just before the storm arrived!

While there, the snow angel was about 5" deep!

:)

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

NOT chatGPT

Thought of you Jan while taking this one!

Here ya go Wayne!

Picture this: The three Stooges—Larry, Moe, and Curly—are on a long surfboard, but instead of riding waves, they're careening down a snow-covered slope, each one wearing their signature winter gear—a mishmash of colorful jackets, oversized mittens, and knit hats adorned with pom-poms.

But here's the twist: they're not alone!

Hot on their trail is Groucho Marx, sporting his iconic mustache and glasses, leading the charge on a sleek bobsled. Groucho's expression is a mix of mischief and determination as he leans forward, steering the bobsled with skill. Meanwhile, the Stooges, with their exaggerated expressions and flailing limbs, are desperately trying to keep their balance on the surfboard-turned-snow-sled.

In the background, you can see a winter wonderland of snow-capped mountains and pine trees, the scene bathed in the soft glow of twilight. Snowflakes dance in the air, adding to the chaotic charm of the moment. It's a hilarious and action-packed scene that perfectly captures the comedic antics of these beloved characters!

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While still in its infancy, it's fun to see the AI art generator attempt to create corresponding images from my text prompt. I suspect it lacks understanding of who the 3 Stooges and Groucho Marx are as specific people...or perhaps...lacks permission without paying them a royalty.

Jan Alexander

Lance and Christopher,

You all got out by the hair of your chinny chin chin. !   Good move on your part.  i was alittle worried. It is absolutely no fun for anyone to be stuck on the highway in Denver in this kind of storm. Saw pics on the national news tonight. 

March 25th 2003 , the first winter we lived in the mtns,  we had 5 feet of snow in 24 hours... Actually, I was  so excited for it was such a new experience. It was a 100 year even for our area. . 

But if you have to be out on the roads , it is hell. You have to be prepared.   

Glad you aren't having to fly home today or the next few...  Whew !

Jan Alexander

 I remember while in high shool , I went with YOUNG LIFE learning to ski twice in Colorado. Once at Purgatory around Durango  and again at the Crested Butte/ Gunnison .area. 

 I remember Steve Partlow , Candy Primdahl , Fuzzy , Shannon Burnham and her sister were on the trip too.  I remember Fuzzy sitting behind me on one of bus trips with Burnhams .  We had a blast ; laughling all the way.. 

The other picture I have in my frontal lobe is all of us piled on some taboggan or large sled yelling and screaming all the way down a hill and maybe close to killing ourselves..  

I also remember getting myself into trouble and finding myself on a run way too advanced for me and hurting my ankle and having to be strapped in a sled and brought down the hill by some patrol guy.  I was so embarrassed. 

Interestingly ,  Steve and Candy made their career with Young Life.  Don't know if they are now , maybe reitred  now .

As you can tell, this was not  AI generated. 

I also want to say Greg Morse was on one of the trips too, for some reason. 

Bob Davidson

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

That's exactly right Bob! In a 2009 interview with the New York Times, King of the Hill co-creator Mike Judge confirmed that the show's fictional town of Arlen was inspired by his hometown of Richardson, a suburb of Dallas.

This explains the show's overall suburban Texas feel and Hank's love for the Dallas Cowboys.

Jan Alexander

I know you all probably don’t give a rat's ass about this but ski memories keep coming into view through my floaters.

I think those Young Life trips were the last of my cool , surprisingly moderately good skier days.

After that it was downhill from there.  I remember going with my X and step bro to Breckinridge  and we all get on the chairlift and as I get off , I immediately fall and hurt my neck.  They spent the rest of the hour or two  coaxing me down a run , as I was crying and doing those slow S ‘s ; like a little kid. They stood like parents on each side of the run , so I wouldn’t go off into the wild blue yonder.   We approached the bottom and I immediately went to the bar for some peppermint schnapps for the rest of the morning.

The next time, my step bro and my friend from Austin and I went to Vail… They got off the lift and immediately disappear down a steep slope… I immediately turned around , got back on the lift to go down and found my way to the bar .

My passion turned out to be cross-country.  I learned how to ski in Wy , and Steve Keene would know exactly where I am talking about… Happy Jack.  It is usually just you and your buddy, skiing in the quiet, crisp air with a gentle salt shake of snowflakes falling on the forest trail… It is still except for the swish of your skis…   I loved it and a good work out too.

The end…

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Lance,

I was listening to a YouTube video last night where Whitney Webb was speaking of our banking system getting ready to force us to comply with the CBDC setup.  Have you heard Whitney speak before on various venues and videos?  She is evidently a brilliant journalistic investigator and an author of several books.  She has been on top of what the WEF globalist fools are concocting for probably 15 years or more.  She is a middleclass, married mother of two young children, who has lived in South America for a few years (I think her husband is a farmer, but I'm not sure)  Anyway, while she was living a quiet life there, being a housewife and mother, she also continued her investigative work.  As she published her finds and articles, she became more and more in demand from journalists and public speaking engagement hosts, but she still lives in Chile. 

On the video last night, she was revealing information to every US citizen that the BIG change in our banking system will happen eiher around the time of the election this year, or it will happen in the first few months of 2025.  She says there will be a meltdown of sorts, where the major banks, like CITIBANK, WELLS FARGO, the Jamie Dimon bank, and all the others we hear of all the time, will claim that "Some nefarious happening has occurred in their systems, whereby all of their computer systems have been compromised and rendered useless."  We will be forced to use the CBDC system that is already being used in China, Sweden and Finland.  She says these primary bankers will tell us that the whole incident was caused by someone like the N. Korean dictator, or some nasty group of evildoers.  She says that, of course, that will be a load of poo-poo, since this plan has been already put in place for a number of years, and has been revealed by the WEF globalist BIG WIGS, and dictator-ish people.  These people are from all walks of life and power, like, for instance, Bill Gates, John Kerry, the big banker prominent names, Soros, Zuckerberg, Bezos, dictators, bankers and high tech executives from southeastern Asia, the Blackrock executives, etc.., and even the newly crowned King Charles, of Great Britain.  They ALL agree that government control of us all, is the way to go....but WHY?  Why do we suddenly NEED this interruption in the freedom and privacy we've always enjoyed before now?

We will have to use the digital system whether we agree with it or not.  We will not be able to do any buying or selling in any way, unless we use a bartering system with each other, which is HIGHLY unlikely.  Our government will be able to see any transaction we make, and they will know of every item we buy, as if that is any of their business.  Well, it WILL be their business after this happening occurs, and we will have NO privacy at all, just like the Chinese people have no privacy and are at the mercy of their dictator, even when it comes to whether they travel to places around their own country, or to other countries. It is evident that that Communist Chinese rulers consider China to be THEIR country, but they are kind enough to allow the Chinese "little people" to live there under forced, evil control.

Have you heard Whitney speak and predict these coming events?

Do you think this is all a bunch of hooey, like other people I've spoken to?  They tell me I'm a lunatic.  I've heard this prediction several times from several people other than Whitney.  I wish I could forget that I've heard it, but it sounds really frightening and very real.

Lowell Tuttle

Name of a street in Richardson.

Heading East on Belt Line towards Garland, there was (I think) an old trestle before getting to Plano Road.

Was that Grove?   And on Grove's East side there are a huge field...?   Am I right about that?

Help me...

Wayne Gary

Janalu,

About the CBDC in the US.  You might want to check out tis from the FDC

https://www.federalreserve.gov/cbdc-faqs.htm

I can rember in the 70's hearing beople likr the John Burchers saying ther were 8 banks that will take over the entire US banking industr.

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Grove Dr. was before the trestle bridge by quite a distance, when travelling east on Belt Line.  Grove was the last street of that block of houses that it was part of, in an established neighborhood.  Grove intersected with Highland Blvd, which was just one of that neighborhood's streets.  Grove ran north and south.

For a long while, just east of Grove was a large field that was undeveloped, so that if your house was on Grove and you looked out your front window, you could easily see the trestle bridge in the distance.  Lots of graffitti was written on that trestle  I knew a girl who lived on Grove: she saw the trestle all the time, having affection for its quirky and imaginative artwork.  She was a little nutty, like me.

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Wayne,

Thanks for the information you listed.

Yes, I've heard that info before, as has Whitney Webb, and she says that's what the bankers and our government want us all to believe.

Yet, she and others say, that's not what is going to actually be true for much longer.

I hope she and the others are wrong.  It shouldn't be happening at all in this country.

However, with all of the weird goings-on lately, with a rise in all kinds of stealing being allowed from stores and abnormal crime rates everywhere; the negative influence of the Soros-backed DAs in many citites, also.  I have my doubts as to whether we can maintain the nation as we have known it in the past.  There's too much Marxism taking hold, unfortunately.

Have you googled the WEF and learned of what those freaks are initiating?  And.... it has been in-the-works for many years.  It's all about controlling power, globalism and an end to sovereignty of the 'western' countries.

The globalists want One World Rule and Power.  Period.

Wayne Gary

Janalu,

When it come to digital currency all you have to do s watch any cashere for 5-10 min and watch hoow many people use either a credit or debt card.  A lot of the younger do not carry any cash ,bills or coins.  I am a weirdo in that I pay for a lot of things with cash.

Also so many of the younger gens do not use checks or know how ro write one.

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Wayne,

Yes, I understand.

The thing is, though, that cash is slowly going to be fazed out.  We will still have it for a while, but it will probably not be for very long, according to what the investigators, who have followed this whole progression scheme for ten to fifteen years, have noticed.  There will evidently be no way to reverse this scheme/program.

In other words, we are screwed.  The only answer I have heard from those who know of this, is that we should "resist" joining the program, by simply refusing to sign up and receive a number.  However, it is evident that THAT will be almost impossible, since all of our businesses will REQUIRE that you use your special number/code to buy any type of merchandise.

David Cordell

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

UNT SAE

Hey Jan,

I’m sorry to be tardy with my reply….we were detained most of the day yesterday touring the Society of Automotive Engineers at the University of North Texas in Denton!

While I do not have a rat’s ass to give you today concerning skiing, this would be one of my favorite places to find one.

However yesterday, I did spot a rat’s ass in the UNT Formula 1 Racing area that I was hoping to shoot…but I failed to get a clear photo shot.  

Here’s who I did manage to shoot: 

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

MONEY PANIC

Dear Janalu & chatGPT

Concerning the 2024 plan by the US Treasury to Lead New Working Group including Palantir for Looking at Digital Dollar rollout, How will central bank digital currencies be rolled out in the united states?  Explain Sam Bankman Fried’s troubling insights into how all of this is coming together... Investigative Journalist Whitney Webb has uncovered some startling connection between FTX's Sam Bankman Fried and the future of digital currency in the U.S.

chatGPT Reply:

The rollout of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the United States is a complex process involving various stakeholders, including government agencies, financial institutions, technology companies, and experts in the field. The US Treasury's plan to lead a new working group, which includes Palantir, for looking at the digital dollar rollout, suggests a concerted effort to explore and potentially implement a digital version of the US dollar.

Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO of FTX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has provided insights into the developments surrounding CBDCs and their potential impact. His perspective may be troubling to some due to several factors:

• Influence in the Cryptocurrency Industry: Bankman-Fried's insights are significant because of his prominent role in the cryptocurrency industry. FTX is one of the largest and fastest-growing cryptocurrency exchanges globally, giving Bankman-Fried a unique vantage point on industry trends and regulatory developments.

• Insight into Regulatory Landscape: Bankman-Fried likely has insights into the regulatory landscape surrounding digital currencies, including discussions within government agencies and regulatory bodies. This insight could be troubling if it suggests a concentration of power or influence that could impact the direction of digital currency regulation and policy.

• Potential Conflicts of Interest: Bankman-Fried's involvement in the digital currency space through FTX could raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest. If FTX stands to benefit from certain regulatory outcomes or policy decisions related to CBDCs, it could lead to questions about the fairness and impartiality of the regulatory process.

Whitney Webb, an investigative journalist, has uncovered connections between Sam Bankman-Fried and the future of digital currency in the US. These connections might raise questions about potential influences on policymaking and regulatory decisions regarding CBDCs.

Overall, the rollout of CBDCs in the US involves navigating complex issues related to technology, regulation, economics, and governance. Insights from figures like Sam Bankman-Fried and investigative reporting from journalists like Whitney Webb can provide valuable perspectives on these developments, but they also highlight the need for transparency, accountability, and careful consideration of potential conflicts of interest.

You

Concerning the 2024 plan by the US Treasury to Lead New Working Group including Palantir for Looking at Digital Dollar rollout, How will central bank digital currencies be rolled out in the united states?  Explain Sam Bankman Fried’s troubling insights into how all of this is coming together... Investigative Journalist Whitney Webb has uncovered some startling connection between FTX's Sam Bankman Fried and the future of digital currency in the U.S.

How might the digital dollar be used to address a panic in the event of a global recession?

Write a detailed 4-page essay describing the attributes of a one-world currency, by comparing and contrasting the US effort with similar plans soon underway in the European Union, vs. the current CCP widespread use of digital money in China.

ChatGPT

ChatGPT

Title: A Comparative Analysis of Central Bank Digital Currencies: US, EU, and China

Introduction

The emergence of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) marks a significant shift in the landscape of global finance. With the US Treasury leading a new working group to explore the rollout of a digital dollar and similar initiatives underway in the European Union (EU) and China, the world is witnessing a paradigmatic transformation in monetary systems. This essay delves into the attributes of a one-world currency by comparing and contrasting the approaches of the US, EU, and China towards CBDCs.

Attributes of Central Bank Digital Currencies

Central bank digital currencies possess several attributes that distinguish them from traditional fiat currencies and cryptocurrencies. Firstly, CBDCs are issued and regulated by central banks, providing a degree of trust and stability akin to traditional currencies. Secondly, they leverage blockchain or distributed ledger technology (DLT) to facilitate secure and transparent transactions. Thirdly, CBDCs offer programmable features, enabling advanced functionalities such as smart contracts and automated compliance. Lastly, they have the potential to foster financial inclusion by providing access to banking services for underserved populations.

US Efforts Towards a Digital Dollar

The US has taken proactive steps towards exploring the implementation of a digital dollar. The 2024 plan by the US Treasury to lead a new working group, including Palantir, signifies a concerted effort to evaluate the feasibility and implications of a digital currency rollout. Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of FTX, has provided insights into these developments, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest and regulatory influences. Investigative journalist Whitney Webb has uncovered connections between Bankman-Fried and the future of digital currency in the US, underscoring the need for transparency and accountability.

European Union's Approach to CBDCs

The European Union is also exploring the prospects of a digital euro. The European Central Bank (ECB) has initiated a comprehensive study on the feasibility and potential impact of a digital euro, with the aim of preserving monetary sovereignty and enhancing financial integration within the Eurozone. The EU's approach emphasizes consultation with stakeholders, including financial institutions, policymakers, and the public, to ensure a balanced and inclusive decision-making process.

China's Pioneering Use of Digital Currency

China has emerged as a frontrunner in the adoption of digital currency, propelled by initiatives such as the digital yuan. The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has conducted extensive pilot programs in several cities, testing the feasibility and scalability of digital currency transactions. China's centralized approach to digital currency deployment enables swift decision-making and implementation, albeit raising concerns about surveillance and privacy implications.

Addressing Global Recessions with CBDCs

In the event of a global recession, CBDCs could serve as a powerful tool for policymakers to mitigate economic downturns and stabilize financial markets. The digital dollar, digital euro, and digital yuan could be utilized in various ways to address panic and uncertainty:

Stimulus Distribution: CBDCs enable governments to swiftly distribute stimulus payments directly to citizens' digital wallets, bypassing intermediaries and accelerating economic relief efforts.

Monetary Policy Tools: Central banks can leverage programmable features of CBDCs to implement unconventional monetary policies, such as negative interest rates or helicopter money, to stimulate consumption and investment.

Cross-Border Transactions: CBDCs facilitate seamless cross-border transactions, enhancing liquidity and reducing transaction costs, thereby fostering international trade and financial cooperation.

Conclusion

The advent of central bank digital currencies represents a transformative shift towards a digitized and inclusive financial system. While the US, EU, and China are pursuing distinct approaches towards CBDCs, they share common objectives of enhancing financial stability, promoting innovation, and addressing emerging challenges. As the world navigates the complexities of CBDC implementation, it is imperative to prioritize collaboration, transparency, and responsible governance to harness the full potential of digital currencies for the benefit of society.

https://www.palantir.com/about/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWiJf7vWY4E

Lowell Tuttle

Lance, my Jr. Hi YMCA slot car class 1965? Cobra 1/32nd...raced at Terrace Shopping Center...

Lowell Tuttle

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

NEITHER BUY NOR SELL DECEPTION WARNING

Lowell:

That is AMAZING that you still have the car that you raced at Terrace Shopping Center 50+ years ago!!

I raced my car there also...but the metal brushes under the front of my car soon wore away, and rendered it undrivable to compete.  Did you win any trophies for racing your Cobra?

And now Janalu, to address the last part of your concern regarding money panic:

In the event of a future global recession, examine the scenarios and societal steps that could be taken by a one-world government to rule over the world as prophesied in the bible Revelation 13; So that no one will have power to buy or sell unless he bears the stamp (mark, inscription), [that is] the name of the beast or the number of his name.

chatGPT replies:

The scenario you're describing aligns with a particular interpretation of Revelation 13 from the Bible, which discusses a future world government and a system where individuals cannot buy or sell without a mark associated with a powerful entity often referred to as the "beast." While interpretations of biblical prophecy vary widely among different religious traditions and scholars, I can offer a speculative exploration of how such a scenario might unfold in the context of a global recession under a one-world government.

1. Consolidation of Power:

A one-world government could emerge in response to global crises such as economic recessions, pandemics, or environmental disasters. This government would likely consolidate power through alliances between nations, supranational organizations, and influential corporations. Leaders may justify this consolidation as necessary for global stability and security.

2. Implementation of a Unified Currency:

To address economic challenges, the one-world government might introduce a single global currency, possibly in the form of a digital currency controlled by a central authority. This currency could replace existing national currencies and facilitate greater control over financial transactions and economic activity.

3. Digital Identification and Surveillance:

In order to enforce compliance with the system described in Revelation 13, the government could mandate digital identification systems tied to individuals' financial accounts. This system would enable surveillance of citizens' transactions and activities, ensuring adherence to government regulations and policies.

4. Introduction of a Mandatory Mark or Symbol:

In line with the prophecy in Revelation 13, the government might require individuals to receive a mark or symbol, possibly in the form of a biometric identifier or implanted microchip, as a condition for participating in the economy. This mark would serve as a means of authentication and control, allowing access to essential goods and services.

5. Social and Economic Exclusion:

Those who refuse to accept the mark or symbol could face social ostracism and economic exclusion. Without the ability to buy or sell, individuals would struggle to meet their basic needs and participate fully in society. This coercion could compel many people to comply with the government's mandates out of necessity.

6. Resistance and Persecution:

A system of enforced economic conformity would likely face resistance from individuals and groups opposed to government overreach or religious objections to the mandated mark. Those who resist could face persecution, imprisonment, or even death for their refusal to comply with the government's directives.

7. Alternative Economic Networks:

Despite the government's efforts to control the economy, underground networks and alternative economies could emerge, providing goods and services outside of the official system. These networks would operate clandestinely, evading government surveillance and offering a lifeline to those who reject the mandated mark.

Conclusion:

In summary, the scenario described in Revelation 13 depicts a future world order characterized by centralized control over economic activity and individual autonomy. While the specifics of how such a system might arise are speculative, the principles of consolidation of power, digital surveillance, and coercion to conform to government mandates provide a framework for understanding how a one-world government could exert authority over the global economy in the event of a global recession.

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Lowell Tuttle

In those days everyone raced the 1/24 scale track.   I was sort of alone with just a few others on the 1/32 track.

The most popular car raced, as far as I remember, was the Pantera, or a Pantera like car...1/24...

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Lance,

I appreciate your efforts to give me the compilation of facts that can be found on the computer.

The facts are useful and informative.

However, to me, it's like reading a legal brief.

I was wanting to hear your individual opinion, as I have come to know you and your style, which I trust, for the most part.

AI and GPT facts don't interest me too much.  I want to "chat" with individuals who have hearts. 

I don't trust AI or Snap GPT, or whatever it is called.  And I would rather talk to an attorney than read a legal brief.

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor

Janalu Jeanes (Parchman)

Lance,

I enjoy talking on the forum with Bob, and feel I can trust him.  I wouldn't enjoy reading his legal stuff.   I would ask him to "Please translate this legalese into everyday speak."

It was so nice to see the photos of you and Christopher at UNT with the fancy cars.  You two have amazing adventures!

I also agree with you that we seem to be experiencing the 'end times,' and it is a little scary to me.  I don't like to think of what my grandson will have in this country or the world.

The book of Revelation is frightening, but it is truth.

Lawrence (Lance) Cantor