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A Planetary Alignment will coincide with Mercury Retrograde
Double phenomena in the heavens Some people say in jest that the planets have aligned in their favor when life works the way they desire. Were you aware that there are seasons when things do line up in the heavens? There will be a planetary alignment AKA a planet parade, on February 28, 2026.
By Cheryl E Preston15 days ago in FYI
A Failed Artist, A Disillusioned Poet, An Underpaid Game Show Host
I took my son and niece to Gori, a small town in Georgia where Joseph Stalin was born. They talked me into visiting the Stalin's Museum, the largest in the post-Soviet space. I had resisted going there because I just can't stand the monster and know enough about him, or so I thought.
By Lana V Lynx2 months ago in FYI
Cultural appropriation and White women wearing dreadlocks and braids
Nappy by nature is not a choice Is it imitation (the best form of flattery) or cultural misappropriation when White males and females wear dreadlocks and braids. Some African American women think it is.
By Cheryl E Preston5 months ago in FYI
Black Cowgirls were prominent in the American West
There were black cowgirls in the American West In the episode of Family Matters titled The Good the Bad, and the Urkel, Carl Winslow (Reginald VelJohnson) dreams he is in the Old West, where Rachel Crawford (Telma Hopkins) runs a saloon. This led me to wonder if there were Black cowgirls or African American female saloon owners in those days.
By Cheryl E Preston6 months ago in FYI
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Water wells the key of our future
The average lifespan of a water well ranges from 25 to 40 years if it has carbon steel piping. Other steel alloys can increase the well's durability; however, a crucial point is sustainability. This means that over the years, the well continues to provide a constant and sustainable flow of water. To achieve this, it largely depends on the underground aquifers not being overexploited and on the recharge rate being greater than or equal to the extraction volume. However, today most aquifers are overexploited due to the large amount of water extracted each year. Another important factor that will ensure the sustainability of water wells is the periodic maintenance that the user must perform to keep them free of sediment and at their full depth. This includes minimizing corrosion of the steel casing pipe, thus extending its lifespan. Continuous monitoring of static and dynamic water levels in the well is also crucial, as is annual water quality analysis to identify any potential partial or total aquifer contamination.
By Ximena Ramirezabout 10 hours ago in FYI
Why Structural Components Are Critical in Aircraft Design. AI-Generated.
Aircraft design is a meticulous balance between engineering precision, safety, and performance. Every part of an airplane—from its wings to its fuselage—relies on structural components that must withstand extreme stresses while minimizing weight. Understanding the role of these components helps explain why aircraft are both remarkably strong and incredibly efficient.
By Beckett Dowhanabout 14 hours ago in FYI
Strategic Sourcing for Hard to Find FSC 5310 & 5305 Fasteners. AI-Generated.
In aerospace and defense supply chains, even the smallest hardware components play a crucial role in maintaining system integrity and operational safety. Fasteners classified under Federal Supply Class (FSC) 5310 and 5305 are among the most widely used hardware components across aircraft structures, mechanical assemblies, and defense equipment. These parts include washers, screws, bolts, and other securing hardware that ensure structural stability and precise assembly of complex systems.
By Beckett Dowhan2 days ago in FYI
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