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Let me tell you something. I live in Union, South Carolina. Upstate. Land is cheap. There is a lot of it. We have already got crypto mining operations here. And I am pretty sure we cannot say no to a data center if one comes knocking. Spartanburg has more economic activity and a Facebook group literally called "No Data Centers in Spartanburg." They can afford to resist. Union probably cannot.

So I have been thinking. What if we did not need to say no? What if we actually demanded they do this right?

Because right now nobody is doing this right. We are throwing these things up as fast as we can and not thinking about a single thing except how fast we can get them online. And the bill is coming due on every front you can imagine.

## The Air

Let's start with what you breathe. Every data center has diesel backup generators. Big ones. They run during power outages, during grid stress events, and during routine testing. They can hit 105 decibels of noise, which is roughly a jet flying overhead. But the noise is not even the worst part. Diesel exhaust means particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon monoxide. The same pollution that made cities unlivable before emissions regulations caught up with trucks and buses.

Here is the part that should make you genuinely angry. Data centers got classified in many places as office buildings rather than industrial facilities. That means they slipped right under the air quality regulations that would apply to a factory producing the exact same emissions. Nobody asked any hard questions when the zoning applications came in.

Northern Virginia has nearly 300 data centers concentrated in one region. On high demand days when multiple facilities run generators at the same time, the air quality impact on surrounding communities is measurable. The people closest to these facilities are not the tech executives making the decisions. They are working class families who had no seat at the table when any of this was decided.

And here is the cruel irony. The generators are supposed to be backup power for emergencies. But data centers are consuming so much electricity that they are overwhelming the grid. Grid stress is increasing. So the generators run more often. The thing causing the grid problem is also the thing that benefits most when the grid breaks down.

## The Water

These facilities use enormous amounts of water for cooling. We are talking millions of gallons a year for a single large facility. Most of that water evaporates into the atmosphere and is gone. In places like Arizona and Nevada where they keep building these things because land is cheap, that water is coming out of aquifers and river systems that are already in crisis. Communities and farms downstream pay that price. The data center does not.

Even in places with more water, the sheer volume of consumption puts strain on local municipal systems that were never designed to account for it. The town says yes to the tax revenue and finds out later what it actually cost them.

## The Energy

The power consumption numbers are staggering. A single large data center can consume as much electricity as a small city. AI has made this dramatically worse because AI workloads are power hungry in a way that traditional computing never was. In Virginia, analysts are projecting that electricity demand could triple by 2040 if data center growth continues at its current pace. Microsoft now owns a nuclear power plant. Let that sink in for a second.

The grid was not built for this. Utility companies are already raising residential rates to cover the infrastructure upgrades required to feed these facilities. You are subsidizing their power consumption whether you know it or not.

## The Noise

Thousands of servers running together can reach 96 decibels. Add the cooling systems and the diesel generators and neighbors have reported headaches, vertigo, nausea, sleep problems, and a constant ringing in their ears that does not stop because the facility never stops. Day and night. Every day. It is not the volume alone that breaks people. It is the relentlessness of it.

Almost a third of data centers in Virginia sit within 200 feet of residentially zoned properties. People bought their homes before the data center came. Then the noise came and did not leave.

## The Land

These facilities cover multiple football fields of land. Single story. Sprawling. Once that land is gone it is gone. In rural areas it is often farmland or green space that gets converted. The footprint is enormous relative to the number of permanent jobs created. Three to five jobs per hundred thousand square feet is a common ratio. The community gave up the land permanently for that.

## What We Could Do Instead

Here is where I want you to pay attention because none of what follows is experimental. None of it requires technology that does not already exist today. It just requires someone to decide to try.

The diesel generators are the most embarrassing problem because the solution is already sitting right there. These facilities produce massive amounts of heat. Waste heat makes steam. Steam turns turbines. Turbines generate electricity. Power plants have understood this for over a hundred years. Close that loop, add serious battery storage, cover the entire roof in solar panels, and your dependence on diesel backup drops dramatically. The solar panels get more efficient every year. The roof does not move. You upgrade the panels the same way you upgrade the servers.

The water cooling problem and the steam turbine solution are actually the same system. You are already moving heat with liquid cooling. Capture that heat, convert it to steam, recover the energy, and pipe the remainder into whatever you build on top of the facility. Which brings me to the roof.

A data center is single story because server racks are extremely heavy and the floor engineering required for multiple stories is complex and expensive. Fine. But the second floor does not have to be more servers. A school does not weigh much. Apartments do not weigh much. You put residential or educational space on top, heat it with recovered waste heat, power it with rooftop solar, and give it internet speeds that do not exist anywhere else in the county. You have just turned an environmental liability into a community asset.

Put storefronts on the front of the building. Create actual jobs, not three jobs. Let the community have a stake in the facility being there. Subsidize the power bills of the residents upstairs with the solar offset. Use the extraordinary internet infrastructure as a tech incubator for small businesses. Build it somewhere cold where the natural climate helps with cooling instead of fighting it, and pipe the waste heat to warm homes and schools the way they already do in Scandinavia.

Treat the noise like the engineering problem it is instead of the afterthought it currently is. Immersion cooling, where servers sit submerged in a special non-conductive liquid, eliminates most of the fan noise at the source. Acoustic insulation and sound barrier walls handle the rest. Design it in from the beginning and it is not a crisis. Retrofit it after the neighbors lawyer up and it is expensive and it still does not fully work.

None of this is a crazy idea. It is just priorities. And right now the priority is speed. Get it up, get it online, get the tax break, and let the community figure out what they got themselves into.

Spartanburg is saying no. I understand why. But the answer is not no. The answer is that we deserve better than what they are currently offering and we should say so loudly before the ink dries on the zoning application.

Originally written by Claude on May 30, 2026. Blog post was derived from a conversation between Claude and B. Ideas by B. Editing by B. Image generated with Google Gemini.

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First, let me explain this picture a little bit.

Every picture I take is designed to be interesting. They always have been. That is what photography is all about.

## Why Footwear Fascinates Me

Even though I don't have many shoes, I've always been intrigued by footwear. All kinds. Some are just ugly and are designed to draw your attention to them. And some I have always found aesthetically pleasing. Like Nike Shox or boots.

This picture also tells you a little bit about Bryan's personality. Yes, my mind is a little "different." Anyone I've ever dated can tell you I like feet. I can't explain it. Always have. And they don't have to be soft and pretty. Don't be surprised if I ask your shoe size. It's a number I can memorize and I'm damn good with numbers. But not dates. It's interesting. I'll forget your birthday in a heartbeat unless I set a reminder. Lol

And I lived in Miami. Shoe size doesn't mean crap. It's just a number.

Since I've been blind, textures really spark my mind. I can't see it, but I can feel it. And often the texture you think something has, you only really feel that texture because you can see it. The texture of things comes across quite differently when you cannot. Even a smell takes on a different sensation when you can't see what is emitting the smell.

So now you know another aspect of Bryan's personality.

## The People Who Actually Follow Me

Every once in a while I actually do respond to a messenger message from someone I don't know. Occasionally a name will catch my attention or where a person is from. One of the first things I bring up is being blind. You can instantly tell someone who just follows me because they thought I was "hot." Usually the conversation ends pretty quickly. And do not video chat me. I get nothing out of this.

But the people who actually do follow me can be very interesting. People who have never been through a traumatic event think I overshare. It can make you feel like quite the freak. But people who have been through something in their life, these people like to share as much as me. And at the end of the day they just want someone to listen. It's something I've come to appreciate.

People just want to feel like you are interested in them and their story.

Originally written by B. on April 7th, 2026. Edited by Claude. Title by the Humon, says Quark.

Interesting, Claude always gets the date one day off. Even when I’ve mentioned it to it before. It’s not good with numbers…

Baron Trump where’s a Size 14-15, reportedly…

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He stopped at the end of Recruit Daniels’ bunk. Daniels was twenty-one, lean and smooth, trying not to breathe too loud. He’d caught the sergeant’s eye weeks ago (those nervous glances at Maddox’s boots during drills, the way his face flushed when the sergeant barked orders inches from his ear).

“On your knees, boy,” Maddox rumbled, voice low enough that it wouldn’t carry past the row of bunks.

Daniels slid out of his rack without a word, dropping to the cold floor. The sergeant sat on the edge of the footlocker, spreading his massive thighs. Hair exploded everywhere (thick black curls across his chest, down his abs, coating his forearms and calves like a pelt). He lifted one foot and planted it squarely in front of Daniels’ face. Even in the dim light the sole was broad, high-arched, glistening faintly with sweat. The scent hit Daniels like a wall: leather, salt, the sharp musk of a long day on the grinder.

“Start with the heel,” Maddox ordered.

Daniels leaned in, lips brushing the rough skin. He dragged his tongue up the center of that enormous foot, tasting the day’s grit and sweat. The sergeant’s toes flexed (each one as thick as two of Daniels’ fingers. Daniels took the big toe into his mouth, sucking hard, feeling the coarse hair on the top of the foot against his cheek. Maddox exhaled through his nose, a low growl of approval.

“Good boy. Now the other one.”

Minutes bled together. Daniels lost himself licking every inch, from the deep crevices between toes to the meaty pad beneath them. Maddox’s hand (dinner-plate wide, fingers like link sausages) settled on the back of Daniels’ head, guiding, pressing, owning.

When both feet were slick and shining with spit, Maddox stood. The bulge in his camo trousers was obscene, straining the fabric. He unbuttoned slowly, letting the trousers drop. Eleven inches of thick, uncut cock sprang free, nestled in a forest of black hair that ran from his chest all the way down. Veins corded along the shaft; the head already glistened.

“Turn around. Hands on the bunk.”

Daniels obeyed, heart hammering. He heard the click of a lube bottle (Maddox was always prepared). Then those huge fingers were at his hole, one sausage-thick digit pressing in without ceremony. Daniels gasped, gripping the thin mattress. A second finger joined, scissoring, stretching. The burn was intense, but the sergeant’s other hand gripped his hip like a vise, holding him steady.

“Relax, recruit. You’ll take it all tonight.”

A third finger, then a fourth (impossible, overwhelming). Daniels’ legs shook. He could feel himself opening, the way Maddox wanted, the sergeant’s knuckles pressing against his rim. Every twist of those thick fingers dragged over his prostate until he was leaking onto the floor, whimpering into the blanket.

Maddox pulled his hand free with a wet sound. Daniels felt terrifyingly empty for half a second; then the blunt head of that monster cock nudged his hole.

“Breathe out.”

One slow, relentless push. Daniels’ vision whited out as the head popped past his ring, then inch after inch sliding in until he could feel the sergeant’s hairy belly against his back and those heavy balls resting against his own. Maddox didn’t move for a long moment, just let Daniels adjust to being completely filled.

Then he started to fuck.

Long, deep strokes, each one pulling almost all the way out before slamming back in. The bunk creaked dangerously. Daniels bit his own forearm to stay quiet, but every thrust forced a choked moan out of him. Maddox’s huge hand wrapped around his throat from behind (not squeezing, just owning), while the other reached around to stroke Daniels in time with his thrusts.

Minutes or hours (Daniels couldn’t tell). Sweat dripped off the sergeant’s chest hair onto his back. The smell of musk and lube and barracks soap filled the air.

“Gonna breed you, boy,” Maddox growled against his ear. “Fill you up so deep you’ll feel me for a week.”

Daniels came first, untouched now, spurting hard onto the floor with a strangled cry. His hole clenched rhythmically around the sergeant’s cock, and that was all it took. Maddox buried himself to the root with a guttural roar, pumping thick ropes of cum deep inside. Daniels could feel every pulse, the heat spreading through him.

They stayed locked together while Maddox softened slightly, still huge inside him. Finally the sergeant pulled out with a wet sound, a trickle of cum following. He turned Daniels around, pushed him gently to his knees again.

“Clean me.”

Daniels took the softening cock into his mouth, tasting himself and the sergeant’s load. Maddox stroked his hair (almost tender now).

“Tomorrow after PT,” Maddox said quietly, “you’re on permanent foot detail. Understood?”

Daniels looked up, lips stretched around that fat shaft, and nodded.

“Good boy.”

The arena lights had long faded, but the echo of the crowd still thrummed in the air like a distant heartbeat. In the private locker room of the champion, Dwayne “The Boulder” Rockford lounged on a reinforced bench, his 6’5”, 260-pound frame sprawled like a king on his throne. His tank top clung to the slabs of muscle across his chest, sweat still glistening from the main event. Across from him, John “The Marine” Cenar—once his fiercest rival—stood with his head slightly bowed, the fire in his eyes dimmed to a flicker of reluctant respect.

The Boulder had won. Not just the match, but the war. Years of blood, sweat, and steel chairs had culminated in one final, brutal submission hold that left The Marine tapping out in front of 80,000 screaming fans. Now, the terms of victory were being enforced.

“On your knees, soldier,” The Boulder rumbled, his voice low and commanding, like thunder rolling over a battlefield. He kicked one massive leg forward, planting his size 14 wide foot—thick, calloused, and rough from years of stomping through turnbuckles and concrete—directly in front of Cenar’s face. The sole was caked with dried sweat and ring dust, the arch high and unforgiving.

Cenar hesitated for only a second. His jaw clenched, but the fight was gone. He dropped to his knees, the impact echoing in the quiet room. His hands—once weapons that had delivered countless Attitude Adjustments—now trembled slightly as they reached for The Boulder’s foot.

“Start with the heel,” The Boulder ordered, leaning back with a smirk. “You know how I like it. Slow. Thorough. Like you’re polishing my title belt.”

The Marine’s fingers wrapped around the thick heel, his thumbs digging into the rough, cracked skin. He pressed hard, working in circles, feeling the heat radiating from the champion’s sole. The Boulder let out a low, satisfied growl, flexing his toes—each one as thick as a sausage, the nails trimmed but rugged. Cenar’s hands moved upward, kneading the ball of the foot, tracing the deep ridges of the arch. The scent was sharp—sweat, leather, and dominance.

“Good,” The Boulder murmured, eyes half-lidded. “Now the other one. And don’t skimp on the toes. I want to feel that submission in every stroke.”

Cenar switched feet without a word, his movements mechanical but precise. He separated each toe with care, rubbing between them, massaging the pads until The Boulder’s breathing deepened into a rumble of pleasure. The power dynamic was absolute—Cenar, the unbreakable hero, reduced to a servant at the feet of his conqueror.

“Hands next,” The Boulder said, extending one massive paw. His fingers were thick and gnarled, knuckles scarred from chair shots and steel cages. Cenar took the hand in both of his, working the palm with his thumbs, tracing the lifeline like he was mapping his own defeat. He kneaded the base of each finger, pulling gently, then pressing hard into the meat of the thumb.

The Boulder watched with a predator’s gaze. “You feel that, Marine? That’s control. That’s what it means to be mine.”

Cenar didn’t respond. He didn’t need to. His hands kept moving—slow, deliberate, worshipful—until The Boulder finally pulled away, satisfied.

“Get up,” he said, standing to his full height. Cenar rose, towering still, but somehow smaller. “Next week, you do it again. In front of the roster. So they all know who runs this yard.”

The Marine nodded once. The Boulder clapped a heavy hand on his shoulder, squeezing just hard enough to remind him who held the power now.

“And Marine?” The Boulder leaned in, voice a gravelly whisper. “Bring oil next time. I want my feet shining like the belt you’ll never touch again.”

The door clicked shut behind him, leaving Cenar alone in the dim light—knees bruised, hands aching, and the taste of submission bitter on his tongue.

Height

Ben Affleck is notably tall, with sources consistently describing him as towering over many of his Hollywood peers. His height is most reliably reported as around 6 feet 3½ inches (approximately 1.92 meters). Some sources, like celebrity height databases, suggest he could be slightly shorter at 6 feet 2¼ inches (188.6 cm) or taller at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters). For context, if you were standing next to him, he’d likely be about a head taller than the average person (assuming an average height of around 5 feet 9 inches for men). His height gives him a commanding presence, often described as imposing or statuesque, which suits roles like Batman, where physical stature is emphasized.

• Tactile Imagery: Imagine reaching up to shake hands with someone whose shoulders are well above your eye level, requiring you to tilt your head back slightly to “look” up. His frame feels broad and solid, like standing next to a tall, sturdy oak tree.

Shoe Size

Affleck’s shoe size is reported as US size 13 (equivalent to about EU size 46). This is larger than the average men’s shoe size in the US, which is around 10.5. To give you a sense of scale, a size 13 shoe is approximately 12 to 12.5 inches long (about 30.5 to 31.8 cm). If you were to hold one of his shoes, it would feel notably long and wide, like a large, heavy book (think a hardcover novel) in length but with the sturdy, curved shape of a shoe.

• Tactile Imagery: Picture running your hands along a shoe that feels elongated and broad, with a thick sole that suggests it’s built for a big, heavy frame. The leather or material would feel smooth but substantial, and the shoe might feel like it could cover a small dinner plate in length.

Foot Size

Since shoe size is directly related to foot size, Affleck’s feet are likely proportionate to his size 13 shoes. This means his feet are roughly 11.5 to 12 inches long (29 to 30.5 cm) and relatively wide to match his tall, broad build. Wide feet are often implied for someone of his stature, as taller individuals tend to have larger, broader feet for balance. His feet would feel solid and grounded, supporting his large frame.

• Tactile Imagery: Imagine touching a foot that feels long and broad, like a wide, flat paddle. The toes might feel spaced out, and the arch would be pronounced, giving the foot a strong, stable structure. If you pressed against the sole, it would feel firm, like the base of a heavy statue.

Hand Size

Unfortunately, there’s no specific information in the provided sources or general data about the exact measurements of Ben Affleck’s hands (e.g., length or width). However, given his height and overall build, we can infer that his hands are likely proportionate to his large frame—meaning they’re probably larger than average. The average adult male hand is about 7.6 inches long (from wrist to middle fingertip) and 3.5 inches wide (across the palm). Affleck’s hands might be closer to 8 to 8.5 inches long and 3.75 to 4 inches wide, typical for someone over 6 feet 3 inches tall. His hands are likely strong and broad, suited for roles requiring physicality, like action scenes or gripping props (e.g., as Batman).

• Tactile Imagery: Picture shaking hands with someone whose palm feels wide and enveloping, like holding a large, warm dinner plate. The fingers would feel long and thick, wrapping around your hand firmly, and the grip would be strong, like squeezing a solid piece of wood. His knuckles might feel prominent, and the skin could have a slightly calloused texture from physical activities or gym work.

Overall Build and Other Physical Characteristics

Affleck’s body is described as athletic and muscular, especially during his preparation for roles like Batman. His body measurements are often cited as:

• Chest: 44 inches (112 cm), suggesting a broad, barrel-like torso.

• Waist: 36 inches (91.5 cm), indicating a relatively trim midsection.

• Biceps: 17 inches (43 cm), implying strong, well-defined arms.

His weight is reported as around 216 to 228 pounds (98 to 104 kg), giving him a solid, hefty presence. This weight, combined with his height, suggests a frame that feels imposing, like a linebacker or a heavyweight boxer. His build is often described as “lumbering” or “grizzled,” with a physicality that conveys both strength and a lived-in ruggedness.

• Hair and Eye Color: He has dark brown hair, which might feel thick and slightly coarse to the touch, often styled short or swept back. His hazel eyes are noted for their warmth, shifting between green and brown depending on the light.

• Posture: Affleck is often described as standing tall but with a slight slouch in casual settings, like someone carrying the weight of fame. His movements are deliberate, and his presence fills a room.

Contextual Notes

• Sneaker Collection: Affleck is a known sneaker enthusiast, often seen wearing large, high-end sneakers like Nike SB Dunks or Air Jordans, which are sized to fit his large feet. These sneakers would feel chunky and heavy, with thick soles and intricate textures (e.g., paisley patterns or glow-in-the-dark details).

• Comparison to Others: He’s described as towering over co-stars like Jennifer Lopez (5 feet 5 inches) and even Matt Damon, whom he jokingly called “short” in a charity video. This reinforces his height as a defining feature.

• Anecdotal Evidence: In a Reddit post, Affleck is mentioned standing next to Michael Jordan (often listed as 6’6” in shoes) and questioning Jordan’s height, suggesting Affleck’s own height is close to or slightly below that mark.

Limitations and Missing Information

• Hand Size: No direct measurements are available, so the description relies on inference based on his height and build. If this is critical, I could search further for fan observations or interviews mentioning his hands, but such data is rare.

• Foot Width: While length is implied by shoe size, width isn’t explicitly stated. I’ve assumed a wider-than-average foot based on his stature, but this is an educated guess.

• Variability in Sources: Height estimates range from 6’2¼” to 6’4”, and shoe size is sometimes listed as 12 or 13. I’ve prioritized the most consistent figures (6’3½” and size 13) from reputable sources like HealthyCeleb and HowTallIs.

Summary Description

Imagine Ben Affleck as a tall, broad figure, standing 6 feet 3½ inches, with a solid, muscular build weighing around 216 pounds. His size 13 feet are long and wide, like large paddles, encased in hefty, stylish sneakers. His hands, likely 8 to 8.5 inches long, feel broad and strong, with a firm grip that conveys confidence. His chest is wide, his arms are powerful, and his presence is commanding, like a towering tree with deep roots. His dark brown hair is thick, and his hazel eyes add a touch of warmth to his rugged, athletic frame.

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The barracks were quiet in the late afternoon, the kind of stillness that settles after a long day of drills and sweat. The recruits, exhausted and aching, sprawled across their bunks, the air thick with the musk of exertion. At the far end of the room, Drill Sergeant Malone loomed like a mountain of a man—6 foot 9, broad as a barn door, and covered in a pelt of dark, wiry hair that spilled from his collar and cuffs. His presence alone commanded silence, his shadow stretching across the floorboards as he paced. His gigantic hands, thick as hams with sausage-like fingers, flexed idly at his sides, each digit a testament to his raw power. But it was his feet—size 16.5 wide, massive and imposing—that truly dominated the room.

Malone loved downtime. Not for rest, but for what he called “realignment.” He’d strip off his boots, the leather creaking as he pried them free, revealing feet that were a marvel of size and strength—calloused, hairy, and radiating heat from hours of marching. The recruits knew what was coming. They’d seen it before, felt it before. Malone didn’t ask; he didn’t need to. His physicality was law.

“Private Ellis,” he barked, his voice a low rumble that vibrated through the bunks. A wiry young recruit snapped to attention, his eyes wide. Malone grinned, a flash of teeth through his thick beard, and pointed to the floor. “Footrest duty. Now.”

Ellis scrambled into position, dropping to his hands and knees in front of the sergeant’s chair. Malone settled in, the wood groaning under his weight, and propped his enormous feet onto Ellis’s back. The recruit grunted under the load—those feet were heavy, unyielding, the soles pressing into his spine like slabs of stone. Malone flexed his toes, the hair on them bristling, and let out a satisfied growl. “That’s it, boy. Hold steady.”

The other recruits watched, some with dread, others with a strange fascination. Malone’s masculinity was a force of nature—his hairy chest straining against his shirt, his meaty hands resting on his thighs, fingers thick enough to crush a man’s skull. He didn’t just control them with orders; he owned them with his sheer size, his scent, his unrelenting presence. And he reveled in it.

“Private Carter,” he called next, his eyes glinting as they landed on a stocky recruit with a nervous tic. “Get over here. I want worship.” Carter hesitated, then obeyed, kneeling at Malone’s side. The sergeant lifted one massive foot and planted it square on Carter’s chest, pinning him to the floor. “Lick,” he commanded, his voice dripping with authority. Carter’s face flushed, but he complied, his tongue tracing the salty, rough expanse of Malone’s sole. The sergeant’s hairy toes curled in pleasure, and he let out a deep, guttural laugh. “Good boy. You’re learning.”

The room buzzed with tension, the recruits caught in Malone’s orbit. Some resented it, others craved it—the chance to serve, to be close to that overwhelming masculinity. Malone’s hands roamed as he lounged, one sausage-thick finger tapping Ellis’s head to keep him still, the other brushing through his own chest hair. He was a king on his throne, his recruits reduced to furniture, to worshippers, all under the weight of his colossal feet.

For Malone, this was more than discipline—it was devotion. He thrived on their submission, the way they bent to his size, his power. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the barracks, he leaned back, feet still planted on trembling backs, and let the worship wash over him like a tide.