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The discussion centers around the fascination with patterns found in nature and their significance. Participants express intrigue over various natural shapes, such as those in flowers, animals, and even common objects like cabbages. The conversation explores the evolutionary perspective on why humans are drawn to patterns, suggesting that recognizing them may have survival advantages, such as identifying predators or safe food sources. There is also a philosophical angle, debating whether the attraction to patterns has a mystical quality or is simply a byproduct of evolutionary processes. The dialogue touches on emotions and decision-making, highlighting the complexity of the human mind and the interplay between rationality and mysticism. Additionally, the topic shifts to pets, particularly dogs, and their patterns, illustrating the broader theme of how patterns permeate various aspects of life.
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Tsu said:
They ARE awesome! A friend of mine had several to guard her sheep. Her indoor/outdoor dog didn't slobber. She said some do, and some don't. I'll take a DON'T because I want mine indoor and outdoor too. I'd like to get a rescue dog. I have to wait a bit though. Not sure what my cats will think of it. :biggrin:
Ours got on with the cats quite well and would have been perfectly happy to play with them if they hadn't been scared to death of him. They got to where they trusted him not to eat them but never got to the point of direct friendliness.
 
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phinds said:
Ours got on with the cats quite well and would have been perfectly happy to play with them if they hadn't been scared to death of him. They got to where they trusted him not to eat them but never got to the point of direct friendliness.
Some things are just ... http://dailycaller.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/rabbit-mouse-kitten-puppy-e1366115083656.jpg . Why are unnatural patterns so attractive?
 
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phinds said:
Ours got on with the cats quite well and would have been perfectly happy to play with them if they hadn't been scared to death of him. They got to where they trusted him not to eat them but never got to the point of direct friendliness.

Pyrs get along with EVERYthing. :biggrin:
 
  • #34
When I get one I will also get two orange tabby kittens. They can grow up together. :oldwink:
 
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  • #36
lisab said:
My fear of spiders is completely rational (in my mind), but I won't click.

I won't.
Go ahead. You know you want to. :oldbiggrin:
 
  • #37
I have an irrational fear of insects. But spiders eat insects. They have eight legs, so they are not insects.

I keep telling myself that, over and over.
 
  • #38
Jeff Rosenbury said:
I have an irrational fear of insects. But spiders eat insects. They have eight legs, so they are not insects.
Well, according to Dave Barry, they ARE insects. He explains it like this: "Insect" derives from the Lain "in" meaning small and "sect" meaning "disgusting creature", which means that spiders are insects and so are little yippy dogs and Truman Capote.
 
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Here you are look at the eyes.
 
  • #40
wolram said:
Here you are look at the eyes.
ooow he looks like someone's grandpa! :kiss:
 

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