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Daniel - Desert Apostate

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Product Manager. Proud Papa. In love and married. Learning viticulture and oenology. Brewer. Ex-evangelical apostate. Returning to life in the Rio Grande valley.

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I collage of various TV shows from the 1980's incuding Double Dare, scooby doo, smurfs, saved by the bell, different strokes and more with and image overlaid that reads "Let's go back to the 80s"

I collage of various TV shows from the 1980's incuding Double Dare, scooby doo, smurfs, saved by the bell, different strokes and more with and image overlaid that reads "Let's go back to the 80s"

11.03.2026 13:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"No Bible, just vibes" is not how the vast majority of Christianity works. While you, yourself may be or feel pluralistic that doesn't recognize the fact that, institutionally, Christianity has trouble seating others at the table. Focus on that instead of casting stones at Christianity's critics.

11.03.2026 08:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two dogs and a rabbit begging for treats

Two dogs and a rabbit begging for treats

A dog and a rabbit on a rug

A dog and a rabbit on a rug

A bunny harassing a dog

A bunny harassing a dog

Here is my pack of dogs. One of the dogs is vegan.

10.03.2026 23:27 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a large group of people are sitting in a theatre watching a show called ellentube . ALT: a large group of people are sitting in a theatre watching a show called ellentube .
10.03.2026 23:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Has he tried water therapy by doing exercises in a feces flooded river and using a possum carcass to rub essential oils made from beef tallow on his injury?

10.03.2026 17:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's awful in the fitness world and awful in the tech industry. People have specialized skills and talents and different minds and bodies. It's ableist and creates unrealistic expectations. I hate it.

10.03.2026 14:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

You nailed it! In my opinion, it is one of the most toxic forms of "motivation."

10.03.2026 14:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a close up of a woman wearing sunglasses and a black jacket Alt: a close up of a Trinity in the matrix wearing sunglasses and a black jacket
10.03.2026 02:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I have been drinking my pre-workout drink. My body is telling me I either need to go run and workout soon, or slice through the barrier of reality into another dimension.

09.03.2026 21:09 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

In 1988, my church believed that Christ was coming back on Rosh Hashanah. I stared into the sky at the moment trumpets were supposed to be sounded in Israel. Nothing happened, and I was relieved that I would get to grow up. The church leaders made lots of excuses for being totally wrong.

09.03.2026 18:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A cast iron pan with Shakshuka in it, which is a tomato, bell pepper, and onion sauce with baked eggs. It's next to a plate of flatbread

A cast iron pan with Shakshuka in it, which is a tomato, bell pepper, and onion sauce with baked eggs. It's next to a plate of flatbread

I made shakshuka for lunch today, and boy, howdy it hit the spot. I love knowing how to cook.

09.03.2026 17:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Since I'm on a health kick, my drinking has slowed way down, so this beer had plenty of time to mature. That made sure this beer was beautiful right from the first draw off the tap.

08.03.2026 06:13 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A glass of dark stout sitting on a table with a mural of mountains in the background.

A glass of dark stout sitting on a table with a mural of mountains in the background.

I think I'll call this one "Silhouette." I brew a stout about once a year. This is an American Stout with Irish Ale yeast, British Hops, and a fun list of dark specialty malts and Golden Naked Oats. It's silk on the tongue, balanced sweetness and bitterness. I'm super happy with this.

08.03.2026 06:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A picture of a kiddo on a scooter with running stats showing a distance at 4.06, mi and a total time of 33 minutes and 51 seconds and an average pace of 8 min and 20 seconds per mile

A picture of a kiddo on a scooter with running stats showing a distance at 4.06, mi and a total time of 33 minutes and 51 seconds and an average pace of 8 min and 20 seconds per mile

A toddler and a stroller with running stats showing a distance of 5.11 mi with a duration of 39 minutes and 37 seconds and 818 calories burned

A toddler and a stroller with running stats showing a distance of 5.11 mi with a duration of 39 minutes and 37 seconds and 818 calories burned

Been a while since this one has joined me on a set of wheels for a run.

07.03.2026 23:28 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The number of conservatives who link disagreements with me as "well you don't go to church" is close to 100%. May be just personal observation/bias since I'm apostate and happy and lots of people will die mad about it.

07.03.2026 18:57 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

In all honesty, I think a lot of conservatives are mad because people like me enjoy our Sundays without church obligations when they have to go (or are supposed to) and they want to punish us for it.

07.03.2026 18:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Conservative: What you lefties don't understand is that we need to go back to basics.

Me, who grows vegetables in my garden, raises chickens, brews my own beer, and reads books by the fireplace: What are you talking about?

Conservative: I WANNA GO TO THE PARK, BUT MY RESTRAINING ORDER SAYS NO!

07.03.2026 18:48 ๐Ÿ‘ 24 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A small child planting romaine lettuce planted into a garden box under the watchful eye of three curious chickens.

A small child planting romaine lettuce planted into a garden box under the watchful eye of three curious chickens.

Getting some early season veggies planted with the kiddo this morning.

07.03.2026 16:58 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My kiddo is so mad that I wake up when she wakes up. I've been the "morning parent" and "night waking" parent for years, so I'm aware of the slightest noises. This means no sneaking early morning videos for the kid who somehow believes she's the only morning person in the house.

07.03.2026 13:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Can't wait to find out if the rainbows explanation refers to light bending in the atmosphere or the atmosflat.

07.03.2026 01:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 17 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Sorry. The Scripture is clear "Judge Not."

No evies allowed.

06.03.2026 16:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I accidentally uncovered an eco-terrorism plot on an internet news feed that was going to happen on tribal lands. Tribal police stayed professional. The FBI leaked my identity. I received death threats. Later, the same eco-terrorism group set off an incendiary device at my father's workplace.

06.03.2026 00:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a man in a white shirt is standing in front of a fire ALT: a man in a white shirt is standing in front of a fire

"Now if you see people with guns running, make sure you have a good fire going and yell incoherently at the runners"

05.03.2026 21:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Markwayne Mullin cower behind a chair in the Senate chambers

Markwayne Mullin cower behind a chair in the Senate chambers

Here's a picture of Markwayne Mullin, who's slated to replace Noem as head of Homeland Security, bravely cowering behind a chair when faced with Trump's thugs during January 6th.

05.03.2026 19:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"Secretary Noem, Mr. Trump would like you to meet with someone. He's waiting for you at the bottom of this gravel pit."

05.03.2026 19:18 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The struggle is real.

05.03.2026 15:59 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oh, look! This white nationalist has a Graham Platner tattoo appreciation pin on his jacket.

05.03.2026 15:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Pelliconi has two plants in the U.S. One in Florida and one in Arizona, so my guess is that the white is from plant and the cream is from the other, although your guess is as good as mine as to which is which, but geographically it makes sense since NB has a plant in Colorado and another in NC.

05.03.2026 15:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I think that indicates that caps are made by Pelliconi. If I recall correctly, the dap symbol is usually on Pelliconi caps as kind of a trademark for the oxygen barrier and the number indicates the manufacturer cavity number. So if there is a defect, they know which machine/cavity the cap was from.

05.03.2026 15:20 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Does the underside of the caps have any markers that differ?

05.03.2026 14:51 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0