So... I've been thinking... (SoapboxBanhammer)

submitted ago by TheBuddha

A chopper has flown over my house like four times this morning, each time fairly slowly.

Unlike much of Voat, I am not going to assume it is the Feds.

I bet we've got a lost tourist. The scanner is off. Somebody will let me know, eventually.

Momerath ago

We had military choppers flying low over work this week. I thought they were surveying flood damage, but turns out they were giving rides to military school students. Very uplifting story.

zyklon_b ago

no worries as we aint broken any laws that would warrant copters

TheBuddha ago

Nah, it's probably just a lost tourist.

That's my first guess. I could turn on the scanner, but I don't much care right now. I can't help.

theoldguy ago

A helicopter was flying around above Seattle when an electrical malfunction disabled all of the aircraft's electronic navigation and communications equipment. Due to the clouds and haze, the pilot could not determine the helicopter's position and course to fly to the airport. The pilot saw a tall building, flew toward it, circled, drew a handwritten sign, and held it in the helicopter's window. The pilot's sign said "WHERE AM I?" in large letters. People in the tall building quickly responded to the aircraft, drew a large sign, and held it in a building window. Their sign read "YOU ARE IN A HELICOPTER." The pilot smiled, waved, looked at his map, determined the course to steer to SEATAC airport, and landed safely. After they were on the ground, the co-pilot asked the pilot how the "YOU ARE IN A HELICOPTER" sign helped determine their position. The pilot responded "I knew that had to be the Microsoft building because they gave me a technically correct, but completely useless answer."

zyklon_b ago

after bein in jail the other day it reminds me i have zero to fear as i tend to thrive in jail type places

TheBuddha ago

I'd not want to adapt myself to thriving in jail.

zyklon_b ago

you have no choice when u there and too poor to pay the ransom and extortion to get out

TheBuddha ago

I know. I'd not want to be there.

And, I am not actually sure what the total cost is, so far. I'm pretty sure I can find out. I should do that.

zyklon_b ago

you would do well in jail due to your brain. most ppl you come across are really dumb n educated. even dumber than me by far

TheBuddha ago

I'm sure I'd find a way to fit in. I just don't want to be that person. I'd do it if I had to. I always do my job.

zyklon_b ago

i would go into shower n cry cause i wanted see daughter n take pills. crying in shower is good cause noone notices

TheBuddha ago

Yeah, it seems like a shitty place to live.

zyklon_b ago

is the lack of control over life choices and my inability not to prey upon weaker ppl is what caused me most issues

TheBuddha ago

I find that all my stupid stuff goes back to having initially made a bad choice.

The missus is stirring. I suspect she wants to leave soon.

zyklon_b ago

not me i blame.society and.poverty on my nad choices

TheBuddha ago

I only blame myself.

zyklon_b ago

thats not good buddy...is always.someone or something else to.blame

TheBuddha ago

It's been pretty effective.

I have frequently looked back and said, "Yup, that was a bad decision."

zyklon_b ago

another good excuse here in bible belt is to claim "the devil made her do it"

TheBuddha ago

I'll keep it in mind, but that seems unlikely to be an excuse I'll really need.

zyklon_b ago

u got money for lawyers so aint no reason for you to say anything is my best advice.

TheBuddha ago

Yup. Talk to my lawyer. Got one on retainer.

zyklon_b ago

have him hire a team.of lawyers and bury prosecution in paper work and hearings till they accept your bribe

TheBuddha ago

Pretty much, but I try to not let it get that far.

zyklon_b ago

you are blessed bro. enjoy the day!!

TheBuddha ago

You too. I think the missus might finally be about ready.

zyklon_b ago

ima drink at noon

TheBuddha ago

Good luck!

zyklon_b ago

same to you.