Did I Witness a Bomb Blast at the Beach?!

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The discussion revolves around a participant's experience of hearing a loud explosion at the beach, which they liken to a bomb blast. The conversation includes various personal anecdotes about locations and weather, with some humor about animals and environmental conditions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes hearing a loud explosion while at the beach, noting the sound and sight of a mushroom cloud of vapor nearby.
  • Other participants share their own locations and weather conditions, expressing a sense of longing for the beach.
  • Humorous exchanges occur regarding experiences with cows and geese, including playful commentary on the behavior of geese and their droppings.
  • Some participants engage in light-hearted banter about the nature of geese, including exaggerated descriptions of their aggression.

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The discussion does not reach a consensus on the nature of the explosion, as it remains an individual experience without verification. Participants generally share their own experiences and humor without resolving the initial claim.

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The conversation includes various personal anecdotes that may not directly relate to the original explosion claim, leading to a mix of topics that could distract from the main point.

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Readers interested in anecdotal experiences related to unusual sounds or events in natural settings, as well as those who enjoy humorous exchanges about wildlife interactions.

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Well, two days ago, I went to the beach. This is the really amazing beach, my favorite in the world. Except the sand is bad, because the beach is geologically new, and because of so much coral. Ow. The sand is not soft.

Anyway, I was walking along the beach, and I heard this HUUGE explosion, while the ground and air shook. I've never heard a bomb go off in my life, and it sounded just like explosions those on TV... except louder, and more stressful. I saw the mushroom cloud go up, not of flame but of vapour, a mile or less away. Ahh, living on the Air Force base is fun isn't it? I hope it was planned.
 
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I wish I was at the ocean. Instead, I'm landlocked and it's raining.
 
I'm in a cow pasture with buildings and it's snowing.
 
cow pastures are pretty fun...I guess:rolleyes:

okay so I lied[/size]
 
Evo said:
I'm in a cow pasture with buildings and it's snowing.
On the bright side, frozen cowpies don't get all over your shoes. Also, you can screw handles on them, clear a patch of ice, and have a curling match. :approve:
 
Danger said:
On the bright side, frozen cowpies don't get all over your shoes. Also, you can screw handles on them, clear a patch of ice, and have a curling match. :approve:
Unfortunately the cows have been moved down the road, now we have flocks of geese roaming the parking lot and blocking the sidewalks. There's a pond right next to the building I work in. Darn geese will stare you down, and if you don't walk around them they lunge at you, hissing, huge fangs gnashing in the air.
 
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Again with the fangs... :rolleyes:
'knashing', huh? Is that like gnashing, but with beaks instead of teeth?
 
Evo said:
Unfortunately the cows have been moved down the road, now we have flocks of geese roaming the parking lot and blocking the sidewalks. There's a pond right next to the building I work in. Darn geese will stare you down, and if you don't walk around them they lunge at you, hissing, huge fangs knashing in the air.
You're being way too kind to them, Evo. They don't have fangs, and if they nip at you first, you're allowed to defend yourself. Just don't smack them too hard the first time -- let them learn a gentle lesson the first time. After that, well, you know. :rolleyes:
 
Danger said:
Again with the fangs... :rolleyes:
'knashing', huh? Is that like gnashing, but with beaks instead of teeth?
Yeah, like knawing. :krumpy:
 
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I forgot to mention that it was less than a mile away.
 
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berkeman said:
You're being way too kind to them, Evo. They don't have fangs, and if they nip at you first, you're allowed to defend yourself. Just don't smack them too hard the first time -- let them learn a gentle lesson the first time. After that, well, you know. :rolleyes:
Oh, don't forget the goose poop, they force you to step into it, they know what they're doing. They're PURE EVIL! Those things bite hard. :frown:
 
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Mk said:
I forgot to mention that it was less than a mile away.
Be quiet, I'm freezing and the nearest beach is over 1,000 miles away. :cry:
 
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Oh, don't forget the goose poop, they force you to step into it, they know what they're doing. They're PURE EVIL! Those things bite hard.
Oh, when I lived in Michigan I lived next to a lake. Lot of geese. Lot of poo. Not much sidewalk.
 

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