And I think this subject cannot be overplayed, so come on, fill this spot with thanks!!!

I should have added that this subject is one of three things that can bring a tear to my eye.
The other two being a half teaspoon of wasabi or fresh horseradish.

I never thought of it that way before. Thank you. I signed on the line at 18+ about 60 days. Didn't know fecal material from shinola. Worth every moment.
While God is being given thanks, let's include thanks for the ones who got back.
Hope they go to a heaven, they have already been thru hell.
Bill

I'm 72 tomorrow. USAF 65-69. Autopilot spec. Hawaii, Guam (B52's), Japan. No action, lucky. My point is this. I do not believe people were angry at our servicemen and women as much as tired of the deciet, lies, and useless death coming from and because of our 'leaders'.
When the government spoke it was lies, it was obvious it was lying, and not one damn thing you could do about it.
FRUSTRATED YOUTH.
Then you get 'back'. And you don't fit ANYWHERE. Also before PTSD was realized to be real, and common. Then you were a malingerer when you couldn't cope.
Our government lead the change in public attitude toward the returned troops, (thanks to a lot of people who cared lobbying),BY GIVING THEM THEIR DUE RESPECT and treatment.
The VA services and benifits are bought, in some cases, with pounds of flesh.
I try not to forget that.
Bill

I thought that fog crept in on little cat's feet.
I have many different light sources. All different, all do a job. But I must admit the Ikea lights give a lot of bang for the money.
Idea for subjects. As tiny 'weeds' start to bloom, carry a few containers and a trowel with you. Take samples home to stage. Even if I could kneel easily, I still prefer this method. A six inch drywall trowel works well.
See you in a few on private, Gary.
G'nite to all .
Bill

Nicely shot.
Does anyone remember when anoles, Red eared sliders with painted backs, Horned 'toads', alligators, and at Easter you could get dyed bunnies and chicks from the local 5&dime? And real coonskin hats.
They sold 'ant eggs', realy ant cocoons with pupa DRIED, to feed the poor anoles.
There were a lot of constipated anoles out there, I tell you.
I am glad that stopped, tho.
Bill

Be very literal in your description. That helps. Other than that, I am no help. I still use books and keys.
Bill

If this is the only need for a camera is in your business, then maybe investigate add on lenses to your phone.
They work. A sampling, no more than twenty dollars for the lenses used.
Shop Ebay first, prices, not quality, vary greatly.
Bill

Freshwater clams, largest 15mm.

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Zipper on my camera bag.

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Cicada wing

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If you have one near, Sam's Club does a fine job (opinion). Up to 24x36, I believe.
Shop while you wait.
Not to your liking, no obligation to pay.
Bill

And an hour later, or is that earlier?
Glad I am retired. What's an hour give or take sixty minutes?
Bill

That woman's voice would make anything boring. She excelled in this video.
Out of curiosity, what was your point?
Bill

That's alright. I am looking for some feather wing beetles, Ptillidae, or some fairy flies, Mymàridae. Realy wasps in the Super family Chalcidòidea. Egg parasites.
Most of these are a mm or so in length. Is this cruel? Nah, he enjoys a challenge.
I, for one, am getting a lot out of his efforts, and his friendship.
Now goodnight all.
Bill

These are called inch worms in the US.
I am all for renaming them 2.54mm worms.
Bill

Can't wait to see the kids from this tryst. Horny and fuzzy, faces only Mom can love.
Bill

Bad enough to misidentify, but to miss by an order???
It does clear up the question the 'odd' behavior of the specimen left in my mind.
Moved 'odd' for an aquatic beetle larva, mostly predatory, so alert.
Sorry for misleading you, Brenda.
Bill