Even the most comprehensive stone control legislation cannot possibly remove all those illegal igneous assault minerals from the hands of would-be perpetrators of violence. As pointed out, stones do not stone people, people stone people. While the urge to commit stone violence could be controlled through a mass electro shock therapy program, it has been pointed out that the energy use poses an environmental impact and a CO2 footprint that is unacceptable. That leaves us with the possibility of lobotimization en masse. The sub orbital ice pick method could be added to the childhood vaccination schedule.
Last night at dinner, with a group reminiscing about Santa Barbara in bygone days, a friend confessed to toothpick assault at Frimple's. Apparently under the influence of the famous sugary dessert and having smoked a midnight reefer, he loaded a decorative toothpick with a cellophane frilly top into a drinking straw and let loose, effectively blow-darting an unsuspecting waitress.
Mr. Lowdermilk's article is good and because of our (CAB) view it is amazing to apply it.
All you have to do is look around you and see the same attitude in transportation. If it works the anti's say they have to save you from a working transportation grid that allows commerce, emergency response and the ability to travel when and where you want.
The War Against Rocks aka freedom of movement.
Thanks, and hope we haven't taken too much license with you great article.
I have a friend who is elderly, but refuses to purchase a large rock for home defense . I do not understand his reasoning. Other rocks might burst through his door at any time. Perhaps 911 will accidentally respond quickly...for once.
I read this article by Mr. Lowdermilk and I quote "....the race for superior weapons was on. Real weaponry has evolved into menacing black AR15s and ICBMs, ..."
As the current Leaders are running headlong towards a possible Nuclear Exchange with Russia using the deadliest weapon on earth, forget the rocks, maybe want to change this title to "The War Using SLBMs" The Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) can be armed with up to eight W88 warheads (Mark 5 re-entry vehicle) or twelve 100 kt W76, enuf to destroy France, Germany and Belguim. In the 1980s I have walked down missle aisle hundreds of times on the Ohio (SSBN726), Michgan (SSBN727) and Florida (SSBN728), the Ohio Class Submarines. Russia and Putin do not play games as I saw their very good fleet operate in the Pacific at 1/10th the cost of our US Fleet.
Excellent article with a funny twist, Thank You…brings to mind the old adage "sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.”
While some may believe the removal of sticks & stones may provide safety, Words are equally (or more powerfully) used in this day and age…our warfare means have progressed to point of “Unrestricted Fifth Generation Warfare” (U5G), where the war of narratives are also (more) powerful & pervasive when applied to gain and/or retain power…
If interested, here's a short speech by Boone Cutler — summarizing U5G Warfare & it’s application in our current Cultural Revolution…some of us may recognize Boone as the MC at the Flynn Movie night last week here in Santa Barbara…
Great write up! Pointing out Man is the danger, not the rock, gun, knife, etc…
“They” want to hold gun manufacturers responsible for violence committed with a gun.
Ok, so car manufacturers will now be liable for every DUI & manslaughter case committed using a car.
Great! Let’s sue Big Pharma for every death or harm suffered from one of their drugs!
Let’s sue everyone! Or wake up Americans and realize this is more of that immature High School campaigning from politicians.
Our elections are like school elections. Career politicians spout off nonsense making promises they can’t keep, never intend to keep. Free soda and no homework for everyone!
And the sheep believe it.
It’s amazing to listen to some politicians campaign statements where all they do is blame the other guy. Like how Democrats blame Republicans for poor education when schools have been Democratically controlled for decades. Or how CA Democrats blame Republicans for the budget deficit despite the Democrats being in charge of the check book. Honestly, you can’t make this stuff up! And the Cult of the Donkey just mimic the absurd lies without question.
Children, we are being led by immature, pimple popping, children whose campaigns are only about blaming others fir their personal failures and shortcomings They do not discuss issues, offer no problem solving, just good old fashioned false promises & popularity contests.
“How many times does Trump have to prove we can’t be trusted?” Joe Biden stated on national tv.
Some time ago, due to a generous donation by now deceased Helen Pedotti, SBCC offered classes in the jails. When inmates were asked for course preferences, "anger management" classes were often requested.
I always thought that was a profound and encouraging insight on the part of those incarcerated for often "impulse control" type crimes. No matter which weapon was chosen, it all does go back to the human choice to use it.
Would Santa Barbara outlaw rock gardens as armories? Ban the Prudential Insurance company for its Rock of Gibraltar logo? Fine anyone for promoting violence if they order a drink "on the rocks?"
There are those who would, Brent. I remember vividly being called a "murderer" because I was on the beach in front of the Miramar talking to a friend without my mask during the Covid frenzy. Just kicking down the cobblestones, looking for fun and feeling groovy is no longer an option my friend!
I can understand and appreciate the need for "rocks," as a means of defense. But, when you're able to accurately throw 600 rocks a minute at something 1000 ft away, I'm open to at least discussing your bill.
During Roman times, some sling-launched projectiles were made of cast lead with threatening, obscene or taunting slogans or lightening bolts etched/painted on the object.
Nothing strikes fear in an enemy than getting hit in the face or testicles by a rock emblazoned with a "f-you" message
If it's good enough for the Aussies, some bureaucrats are convinced that similar restrictions are necessary for Americans, despite that Second Amendment "thing".
However, there's a vast difference between a medieval army of rock throwers/toothpick throwers/etc. and one person being capable of that all by their lonesome.
I'm not trying to remove your right to bear rocks, rocks are needed - the world is a dangerous place, but I'd like to at least slow the carnage done to innocent bystanders down to a dull roar. Those crazy Aussies may have gone too far, however there hasn't been a major rock fight there in years. (Although, there was that toothpick thing recently.) In the US, it happens almost daily. Not quite the "American Exceptionalism" we wanted, but at least we're exceptional at something.
As to that "2A 'thing,'" many, like you apparently, just skip past the "well regulated" part at the beginning. And, I'm not talking about odious regulation - no 1200 step program for approval - how about just the ability to hit what you're aiming at, a basic safety course, and maybe a little liability insurance? Still to much though, huh?
Well, maybe you're right, rocks for everyone and with no limitations. Just tell me where I can find the biggest boulder possible. And, don't worry if someday I should happen to move in next door ... you can trust me. I NEVER get upset ... or depressed ... or have a bad day ... or anything. Honest.
Discuss first how you ensure a level playing field, when you only remove rocks from one side of the field. And illegal rocks continue to roll. This ain't Spinal Tap.
Witty irony…made me chuckle. Then I realized some would take this and run and call you…maybe “MAGA” or deplorable or radical extremist. You know…we have rocks for brains. Blessings
Good satirical article - which I take relates to gun control. I would point a major difference with this analogy: the effectiveness of killing with a rock is **slightly** below the effectiveness of killing with a gun. Which is probably why European countries with strict (but not outlawed) gun laws (e.g. France) and no rocks and stones law have a much lower killing by gun rate. Or maybe we just don't know how to make use of rocks and stones...
It is true that someone with a strong desire to get a gun will get a gun (e.g. black market) but I don't think that's what most people who want more gun control want to avoid. They're mostly trying to avoid people having too easy access to gun at the wrong time - not "well thought of, planned attacks"
Even the most comprehensive stone control legislation cannot possibly remove all those illegal igneous assault minerals from the hands of would-be perpetrators of violence. As pointed out, stones do not stone people, people stone people. While the urge to commit stone violence could be controlled through a mass electro shock therapy program, it has been pointed out that the energy use poses an environmental impact and a CO2 footprint that is unacceptable. That leaves us with the possibility of lobotimization en masse. The sub orbital ice pick method could be added to the childhood vaccination schedule.
Last night at dinner, with a group reminiscing about Santa Barbara in bygone days, a friend confessed to toothpick assault at Frimple's. Apparently under the influence of the famous sugary dessert and having smoked a midnight reefer, he loaded a decorative toothpick with a cellophane frilly top into a drinking straw and let loose, effectively blow-darting an unsuspecting waitress.
A dastardly deed indeed!
Mr. Lowdermilk's article is good and because of our (CAB) view it is amazing to apply it.
All you have to do is look around you and see the same attitude in transportation. If it works the anti's say they have to save you from a working transportation grid that allows commerce, emergency response and the ability to travel when and where you want.
The War Against Rocks aka freedom of movement.
Thanks, and hope we haven't taken too much license with you great article.
I have a friend who is elderly, but refuses to purchase a large rock for home defense . I do not understand his reasoning. Other rocks might burst through his door at any time. Perhaps 911 will accidentally respond quickly...for once.
People kill people. Not , guns or knives
I read this article by Mr. Lowdermilk and I quote "....the race for superior weapons was on. Real weaponry has evolved into menacing black AR15s and ICBMs, ..."
As the current Leaders are running headlong towards a possible Nuclear Exchange with Russia using the deadliest weapon on earth, forget the rocks, maybe want to change this title to "The War Using SLBMs" The Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) can be armed with up to eight W88 warheads (Mark 5 re-entry vehicle) or twelve 100 kt W76, enuf to destroy France, Germany and Belguim. In the 1980s I have walked down missle aisle hundreds of times on the Ohio (SSBN726), Michgan (SSBN727) and Florida (SSBN728), the Ohio Class Submarines. Russia and Putin do not play games as I saw their very good fleet operate in the Pacific at 1/10th the cost of our US Fleet.
Think about what is really important to you.
Howard Walther, member of a Military Family
Sticks and stones can break your bones- but WORDS can really hurt you !
The same people trying to remove my right to have a few stones in my stone safe are working equally hard to remove objectionable words from my arsenal
Hello Paul, Vandenburg and SB County is ground zero for a SLBM from Russia.
Words are your least worry at the current time.
Howard
Excellent article with a funny twist, Thank You…brings to mind the old adage "sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.”
While some may believe the removal of sticks & stones may provide safety, Words are equally (or more powerfully) used in this day and age…our warfare means have progressed to point of “Unrestricted Fifth Generation Warfare” (U5G), where the war of narratives are also (more) powerful & pervasive when applied to gain and/or retain power…
If interested, here's a short speech by Boone Cutler — summarizing U5G Warfare & it’s application in our current Cultural Revolution…some of us may recognize Boone as the MC at the Flynn Movie night last week here in Santa Barbara…
https://x.com/realTT1776/status/1782923317080670640
PS…Word on the street is that May is Chemtrail Awareness Month…Fight for Trump!!!
Great write up! Pointing out Man is the danger, not the rock, gun, knife, etc…
“They” want to hold gun manufacturers responsible for violence committed with a gun.
Ok, so car manufacturers will now be liable for every DUI & manslaughter case committed using a car.
Great! Let’s sue Big Pharma for every death or harm suffered from one of their drugs!
Let’s sue everyone! Or wake up Americans and realize this is more of that immature High School campaigning from politicians.
Our elections are like school elections. Career politicians spout off nonsense making promises they can’t keep, never intend to keep. Free soda and no homework for everyone!
And the sheep believe it.
It’s amazing to listen to some politicians campaign statements where all they do is blame the other guy. Like how Democrats blame Republicans for poor education when schools have been Democratically controlled for decades. Or how CA Democrats blame Republicans for the budget deficit despite the Democrats being in charge of the check book. Honestly, you can’t make this stuff up! And the Cult of the Donkey just mimic the absurd lies without question.
Children, we are being led by immature, pimple popping, children whose campaigns are only about blaming others fir their personal failures and shortcomings They do not discuss issues, offer no problem solving, just good old fashioned false promises & popularity contests.
“How many times does Trump have to prove we can’t be trusted?” Joe Biden stated on national tv.
Let's let each politician have some grace with their own gaffs. Neither are immune to word slip ups.
Some time ago, due to a generous donation by now deceased Helen Pedotti, SBCC offered classes in the jails. When inmates were asked for course preferences, "anger management" classes were often requested.
I always thought that was a profound and encouraging insight on the part of those incarcerated for often "impulse control" type crimes. No matter which weapon was chosen, it all does go back to the human choice to use it.
Would Santa Barbara outlaw rock gardens as armories? Ban the Prudential Insurance company for its Rock of Gibraltar logo? Fine anyone for promoting violence if they order a drink "on the rocks?"
There are those who would, Brent. I remember vividly being called a "murderer" because I was on the beach in front of the Miramar talking to a friend without my mask during the Covid frenzy. Just kicking down the cobblestones, looking for fun and feeling groovy is no longer an option my friend!
I had no idea toothpicks were so dangerous. I’ll be tossing all of them out today. This article made my day.
I can understand and appreciate the need for "rocks," as a means of defense. But, when you're able to accurately throw 600 rocks a minute at something 1000 ft away, I'm open to at least discussing your bill.
Ray...
Lethal distance with primative weapons?
The longest mark shot at on the London practice ground of Finsbury Fields in the 16th century was 345 yd
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English_longbow
How cruel and deadly were slings and rocks?
This article describes how stone projectiles caused horrific "mangling" injuries to soldiers in Medieval times
https://www.chrisharrison.net/index.php/Research/Sling#:~:text=Soldiers%2C%20despite%20their%20defensive%20armor,mortal%20without%20loss%20of%20blood.
During Roman times, some sling-launched projectiles were made of cast lead with threatening, obscene or taunting slogans or lightening bolts etched/painted on the object.
Nothing strikes fear in an enemy than getting hit in the face or testicles by a rock emblazoned with a "f-you" message
https://www.ancient-origins.net/history/messages-missiles-here-sugar-plum-you-003708
Is Woke-Australia on the right track (or off the rails) by banning slingshots?
https://www.powabeam.com.au/restricted-items-info.html
To further enhance public safety, a "police certification test" is necessary for the following weapons to be owned or imported:
• Daggers
• Blowpipes and blowpipe darts
• Nunchakus or similar devices
• Crossbows and parts or similar devices
• Slingshots and parts or similar devices
• Star knives or similar devices
• Throwing knives or similar devices
• Throwing blades or similar devices
• Throwing axes or similar devices
• Maces
• Flails
• Body armour
https://www.abf.gov.au/importing-exporting-and-manufacturing/prohibited-goods/categories/weapons
If it's good enough for the Aussies, some bureaucrats are convinced that similar restrictions are necessary for Americans, despite that Second Amendment "thing".
Thank you Ray for your feedback.
Dale
You're quite welcome, Dale.
However, there's a vast difference between a medieval army of rock throwers/toothpick throwers/etc. and one person being capable of that all by their lonesome.
I'm not trying to remove your right to bear rocks, rocks are needed - the world is a dangerous place, but I'd like to at least slow the carnage done to innocent bystanders down to a dull roar. Those crazy Aussies may have gone too far, however there hasn't been a major rock fight there in years. (Although, there was that toothpick thing recently.) In the US, it happens almost daily. Not quite the "American Exceptionalism" we wanted, but at least we're exceptional at something.
As to that "2A 'thing,'" many, like you apparently, just skip past the "well regulated" part at the beginning. And, I'm not talking about odious regulation - no 1200 step program for approval - how about just the ability to hit what you're aiming at, a basic safety course, and maybe a little liability insurance? Still to much though, huh?
Well, maybe you're right, rocks for everyone and with no limitations. Just tell me where I can find the biggest boulder possible. And, don't worry if someday I should happen to move in next door ... you can trust me. I NEVER get upset ... or depressed ... or have a bad day ... or anything. Honest.
Discuss first how you ensure a level playing field, when you only remove rocks from one side of the field. And illegal rocks continue to roll. This ain't Spinal Tap.
Excellent article that puts the issue of gun in perspective, that liberals hate.
Witty irony…made me chuckle. Then I realized some would take this and run and call you…maybe “MAGA” or deplorable or radical extremist. You know…we have rocks for brains. Blessings
Beautiful sarcasm, love it!
Good satirical article - which I take relates to gun control. I would point a major difference with this analogy: the effectiveness of killing with a rock is **slightly** below the effectiveness of killing with a gun. Which is probably why European countries with strict (but not outlawed) gun laws (e.g. France) and no rocks and stones law have a much lower killing by gun rate. Or maybe we just don't know how to make use of rocks and stones...
It is true that someone with a strong desire to get a gun will get a gun (e.g. black market) but I don't think that's what most people who want more gun control want to avoid. They're mostly trying to avoid people having too easy access to gun at the wrong time - not "well thought of, planned attacks"