The big bird in the last picture is called the Secretary bird and is the world's tallest raptor. He's at the San Diego Zoo.
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That’s terrible. I have to think professional thieves were involved in this.
@etoupebirkin Do stop short of lifting 900 lbs, tho. I realize you're on a tear right now (sorry for pun) but cnn reported that a power lifter broke both his knees lifting 900 lbs. His legs had to be immobile for a couple of months and then he had to learn to walk again. 900 lbs., huh? That guy is just showing off, if you ask me. 
www.cnn.com
Russian power lifter fractures both knees while attempting to squat nearly 900 pounds | CNN
A Russian power lifter broke both his knees while trying to lift nearly 900 pounds.
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That guy was at a RAW meet. (Eeesh!!!) That means these guys can do steroids etc. He probably bulked up too much too quickly. While he got strong, his bones could not stand the stress. There are guys that can squat over 1,000lbs, like the guy who played The Mountain on Game of Thrones. With. No. Steroids.@etoupebirkin Do stop short of lifting 900 lbs, tho. I realize you're on a tear right now (sorry for pun) but cnn reported that a power lifter broke both his knees lifting 900 lbs. His legs had to be immobile for a couple of months and then he had to learn to walk again. 900 lbs., huh? That guy is just showing off, if you ask me.
Russian power lifter fractures both knees while attempting to squat nearly 900 pounds | CNN
A Russian power lifter broke both his knees while trying to lift nearly 900 pounds.
I do feel sorry for the man. I don' t think there are enough pain killers.
I am working through a minor injury at the moment. I strained a muscle right behind my right scapula. Working it through. It's all I can do.
The cutest ever❤️ I plan on wearing..
Doesn't working through the pain irritate the muscle? I used to use the rowing machine and jerked the cord to get the caloric measure up. This resulted in a frozen shoulder. That sucker took a year to heal and made it painful sleeping on one side. I stopped using the rowing machine and never got back into it.
I used to lift a 10 lb freeweight a certain number of reps but then I got tendonitis and went from 10 to 8 to 5. Five seems pathetic but it's better than nothing.
What a terrific mask, Rouge H! I've also been exploring koala prints and products. I found a company called Spoonflower.com who has an Australian artist who does koala-printed fabrics, bedding, dining room decor and upholstery. Really cute and colorful stuff. The fabric which grabbed me was called "Drop Bear," made of a two part panel, a drop bear pattern and next to it an amusing explanation of the "danger" presented by drop bears. I can copy the first panel easily but the second one can be seen better on the web site. Here's the first panel, a fabric with allover drop bears, and and the second panel of the design captured on a pillow:
Spoonflower.com explains the Drop Bear's significance:
The Drop Bear. Looks like a big angry koala. Known to attack visitors of its bushland habitat. Drops from trees on to victims. Look up and live!
Be careful when you visit the Australian bushland - especially at night. When you least expect it, the Drop Bear will drop from the trees down on to its prey (often unsuspecting tourists). Usually attacks at night and victims are left scarred and bruised . . . or never seen again. The Drop Bear is an angry native animal that looks a lot like a giant koala - just not as cute. *This is not only a toy - it is an essential item for anyone visiting the Australian wilderness. The back of the bear contains very important information on the Drop Bear that may (or may not) be helpful in a crisis. * Fits on fat quarter, linen cotton canvas
The Drop Bear. Looks like a big angry koala. Known to attack visitors of its bushland habitat. Drops from trees on to victims. Look up and live!
Be careful when you visit the Australian bushland - especially at night. When you least expect it, the Drop Bear will drop from the trees down on to its prey (often unsuspecting tourists). Usually attacks at night and victims are left scarred and bruised . . . or never seen again. The Drop Bear is an angry native animal that looks a lot like a giant koala - just not as cute. *This is not only a toy - it is an essential item for anyone visiting the Australian wilderness. The back of the bear contains very important information on the Drop Bear that may (or may not) be helpful in a crisis. * Fits on fat quarter, linen cotton canvas
If such a mask is readily available, I might get one in a heartbeat. It's a cheery mask.
This little guy knows he's darn cute. He has such a knowing smile.
