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littlemissmartypants

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17. By referencing a book about Birdwatching...

Reply to Conjuay (Reply #15)

Sun May 10, 2026, 02:31 PM

5 hrs ago

The appearance in the post is that a dead birdwatcher's to blame and not cruises.

The point is unclear as your "evidence" doesn't specifically or irrefutably support the premise of your argument.

I'm interested. What are the specific steps and recommendations you and your family follow towards your lowest carbon footprint?

As for blame, nobody ever wins that game, do they?

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