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"I have pulled dead, mangled bodies from cars. I have lied to people as they were dying I said vou are going to be fine as I held their hand and watched the life fade out I have held dying babies. Bought Iunch for people who were mentally ill and haven't eaten in a while I have had people try to stab me. Fought with men trying to shoot me I've been attacked by women while I was arrestina their husband who had ust severelv beat them I have held towels on bullet wounds Done CPR when I knew it wouldn't help just to make family members feel better I have torn down doors, fought in drug houses. Chased fugitives through the woods. I have been in high-speed car chases Foot chases across an interstate during rush hour traffic I have been in crashes. Been squeezing the trigger about to kill a man when they came to their senses and stopped. Waded through large angry crowds by myself Drove like a madman to help a fellow officer. Let little kids who don't have much sit in my patrol car and pretend they are a cop for their birthday I have taken a lot of people to jail. Given manv breaks. Praved for people I don't even know. Yes, and at times I have been "violent" when I had to be. I have been kind when 1 could. I admit I have driven to some dark place and cried by myself when I was overwhelmed I have missed Christmas and other holidays more than I wanted to Every cop I know has done all these things and more for lousy pay, exhausting hours, and a short life expectancy We don't want your pity, I don't even ask for your respect. Just let us do our iobs without k*lling uS.

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The findings have ignited a firestorm of criticism over "wasteful" luxury purchases just as the U.S. enters a costly conflict with Iran. What is Lobstergate? What we know: According to the report by government watchdog Open The Books, in the final month of the 2025 fiscal year, the Department of Defense (DOD) moved to exhaust its remaining budget to avoid future funding cuts—a practice known as "use-it-or-lose-it." Beyond the $6.9 million for lobster, the Pentagon spent: $15.1 million on ribeye steaks $2 million on Alaskan king crab Nearly $140,000 on doughnuts Over $124,000 on ice cream machines High-end non-food items were also on the list, including: $98,329 Steinway & Sons grand piano for an Air Force residence $225 million in furniture, featuring individual chairs costing nearly $1,900 $12,540 for fruit basket stands $5.3 million on Apple devices Open the Books called the spending "completely unacceptable," noting that the $93 billion total was the highest month-of-September spend since at least 2008. Newsom mocks Hegseth for spending bill What they're saying: In his defense, Hegseth previously stated in February 2025 that he welcomed a DOGE review, saying, "We need to know when we spend dollars, we need to know where they’re going." California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked the Secretary of Defense by posting an AI-generated image of Hegseth lounging amid steaks and lobster, captioned: "HEGSETH BLOWING $93 BILLION OF TAXPAYER DOLLARS IN 1 MONTH "Reports are showing that Sec. Pete Hegseth blew $93 billion in federal DOD funding at the end of last year," stated Representative Melanie Stansbury on social media, adding,

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Baptism costs generally range from $50 to $300+ for registration and preparation classes in Catholic parishes, though many churches treat this as a donation rather than a fee, and none will deny a sacrament due to financial inability. Costs often include administrative fees, pre-baptismal classes for parents/godparents, and a stipend for the priest or deacon. Key Costs and Details: Standard Fees: Typical registration fees for community baptisms are between $60 and $100. Private/Special Fees: Private baptisms or non-parishioner baptisms may cost more, ranging from $200 to $400+. Voluntary Donation: Many churches do not charge a set fee but request a voluntary donation or stipend (honorarium) for the clergy, which is based on the family's means. Extra Costs: Some churches may charge for pre-baptismal classes if they are not included in the registration fee. Common Requirements: Preparation Class: Mandatory for parents and godparents. Documentation: Birth certificate of the child. Godparent Requirements: At least one godparent must be a practicing, confirmed Catholic.

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An average adult human body contains approximately 4.5 to 5.7 liters (about 1.2 to 1.5 gallons) of blood, which typically accounts for roughly 7–8% of total body weight. Blood volume varies by sex, weight, and age, with adult males generally having 5–6 liters and females about 4–5 liters. Blood Volume Breakdown Adults: ~4.5–5.7 liters (approx. 9–12 pints). Children: ~70–80 mL of blood per kilogram of body weight. Infants: A newborn has about 75–85 mL of blood per kilogram of body weight, usually totaling only a few cups. Pregnancy: Pregnant individuals have 30–50% more blood volume to support the baby. Key Facts on Blood Volume Blood Loss: Losing about 1 pint (roughly 500 mL) is generally safe, as in blood donation, but losing over 40% of blood volume is often life-threatening. Composition: Roughly 10% of an adult's body weight is blood. Factors: People at higher altitudes, who have less oxygen to breathe, often have higher blood volume. Regeneration: The body can quickly replace lost plasma in a few days, but red blood cells take weeks.

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Something to take to heart. The Great Equalizer: Why We’re All in This Together ​We spend a lot of time building walls—some out of brick, but most out of ego, titles, and the curated highlights of our lives. We look at someone else’s "perfect" exterior and feel either inferior or superior. But if we could peel back the layers of every single person we pass on the street, we’d find a universal truth that we often try to ignore: everyone is carrying a weight. ​The Myth of "Better" ​We’ve been conditioned to believe life is a ladder. We think if we climb high enough—if we get the right job, the right look, or the right status—we’ll somehow graduate from the human struggle. ​The reality? There is no "better." ​The CEO struggles with loneliness just like the intern. ​The person with the perfect social media feed deals with insecurity behind the screen. ​The stranger you disagree with politically worries about their children’s future just as much as you do. ​Suffering is the great equalizer. It doesn't care about your bank account or your beliefs. Grief, fear, and the longing for connection are built into our DNA. When we realize that no one is "above" the messiness of being human, the need to look down on others simply evaporates. ​From Combat to Conversation ​Imagine for a second what would happen if we traded our armor for a seat at the table. ​Right now, we approach conversations like a battlefield. We listen only to find an opening to attack or to defend our own "territory." But what if we started from a place of shared experience? What if, instead of asking "How can I win this argument?" we asked, "What is it like to be you?" ​"To understand everything is to forgive everything." ​If we could actually hear the stories behind the anger—the traumas, the losses, and the desperate desire to be seen—it would be nearly impossible to keep fighting. It’s hard to hate someone when you realize they are just as scared and tired as you are. ​A New Way Forward /> ​

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