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 Author Thread: Life is TOO short to be taken for granted!!!!!!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Life is TOO short to be taken for granted!!!!!!
Posted: 11/5/2009 9:21:55 PM

"It is not life being so short that is sad, but rather how long it takes us to start living."



How true is this!?


You have hit the nail on the head here with that statement. As a hospice nurse I have heard many of my patients wishing that they could have lived the life that they put on hold forever...........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 170 (view)
 
I miss him
Posted: 10/11/2009 8:31:25 PM

I miss what I thought he was.

I miss how I thought he cared about me. I miss how I thought he had
my best interest at heart. I miss that I thought he would always be in
my corner. I miss that I thought he was this great guy and the world would
see what I saw. I miss that I thought everything he did, he did because of
"us". I miss what I thought he said - when he loved me that he meant it.
I miss that I thought when he cooked for me it was because he loved me.
I miss that I thought when we would kiss that he felt love for
me. I miss that I thought he had tons of character, honor and integrity
for us and our relationship. I miss that I thought he would never hurt me.

I miss what I thought he was.


Curly, I have not posted on the forums in some time, then I read this post. I know you are so much better off without him, but I also know that what he did to you will take some time to recover from. Time heals......... As I have told you before, you are a surviver and you will love again, except next time it will be for real........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 35 (view)
 
friend on a suicide mission...
Posted: 8/23/2009 8:09:33 PM

I told him he was either going to wind up rotting in jail, killing himself or become irreversibly addled and institutionalized. And so it came to pass. Reality bites.


I think many of us here can relate to your experiences, unfortunetly that is a very sad fact, reality can and does bite very hard.................
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 8 (view)
 
friend on a suicide mission...
Posted: 8/17/2009 8:12:12 PM

When it comes to drug and alcohol abuse, you can't help someone who does not want to help themselves.


How absolutely correct you are on that Ryan. I have been in that situation before with an ex, he just about destroyed my life with his drinking. He did not want my help or anyone elses help either. He eventually chose the booze over me. I have no idea where is is right now, or even if he is still alive.......
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 91 (view)
 
Ladies, Is Walking You to Your Door Important?
Posted: 8/7/2009 8:25:56 PM

A gentelman walks a lady to her door to ensure that she gets inside safely, and he does not try to get inside to get some. This is a courtesy that all men should perform for a woman they are out with.


Wish there were more men like you in my neck of the woods!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 19 (view)
 
What do you think would be the best way to get to a smoke free society?
Posted: 8/6/2009 7:43:04 PM
What I want to know is why do so many young people start smoking in the first place when we have been inundated for 20+ years how hazardous and dangerous the habit of smoking tobacco is


That is a very good point.......I have to tell you that my mom died when she was 52 from smoking related heart disease. My youngest brother was 17 years old at the time, a very young age to loose a parent. You would have thought that growing up in a smoke filled home, and suffering the loss of his mom would have taught my brother a very valuable lesson about the dangers of smoking. Not so, he started smoking himself a few weeks after her death. He is now 40 years old, has a chronic smokers cough and COPD. That is so sad and so avoidable.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 59 (view)
 
Ladies, Is Walking You to Your Door Important?
Posted: 8/3/2009 7:54:37 PM

Seeing a lady to her door is a lovely old school manners action that tells a lady that you care for her well being


I agree, I am an old fashioned girl at heart, are there any true gentlemen left in this world? Having said that, a walk to your door does not necessarily mean an invite inside. Several dates have walked me to my door, not many of them have made it over the threshold............
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 18 (view)
 
question for women over 40
Posted: 8/2/2009 1:27:57 PM

I'm walking down a road, there's a hole in the pavement and I walk right into it. That's an accident.

I walk down the same road, see the hole, but walk right into it again. That's stupidity.

I walk down the same road, but decide to wear a blindfold in the hope that the hole is no longer there. That's insanty.


I could not have said that better myself artemis..............
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Some advice please!
Posted: 7/28/2009 8:35:26 PM

You could cheat and up your dosage of Synthroid.


Oh that is a great piece of advice....NOT!! Oh the ignorance of some people!! Op, be guided by your doctors advice, your synthroid dosage is determined by your TSH levels. Mess with your thyroid too much you will send it into overdrive and run the risk of developing Graves disease. This is not a condition that you mess with.
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 6 (view)
 
What Should Fortyish Men Get From A Check-up?
Posted: 7/21/2009 4:43:01 PM
Recently noticed an increase in BP though, from a lifelong 110-115/68-73 to about 125/90. I figure that's the smoking and decreased physical activity...


I would say that you need to watch that BP damon, your diastolic number is too high at 90, and yes, smoking and lack of exercise can certainly contribute, so I think you know what you need to do! Most insurance companies will pay for a wellness check once a year, so it may be a good idea to get yourself checked out young man. You can also have your cholesterol, blood sugar and prostate checked at the same time.

Btw, I am 49 and very healthy, I work for an internal medicine doc, so he is on my tail the whole time. The only thing I take on a daily basis is a multi vit. My mom died at 52 from smoking related heart disease, I will not follow in her footsteps........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 34 (view)
 
Just for fun what do you do when you cant sleep
Posted: 7/18/2009 1:02:23 PM
Well op, with a screen name like yours, you are not supposed to sleep at night, vampires are nocturnal remember!! lol.

Well on the nights that I cannot sleep because I have run out of my friend Ambien, I grab a glass or two of vino, and post on the forums, you'd be surprised what you can learn in the middle of the night. Just to shake things up a little on occasion, I take an Ambien, have a few glasses of vino, then write a few emails. The trouble with that is, I usually have no recollection the following day of what I have written, has gotten me into trouble a few times I can tell you! lol.
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 10 (view)
 
Mood changes and diabetes
Posted: 7/13/2009 4:14:07 PM
I truly believe that anyone who is a family member, friend, or partner should read up on the person's disease to better help them through it but if a person refuses to take responsibility for their own disease then it is THEM and ONLY THEM that is at fault in the end.


You are absolutely right on that one Twilight, the only person who can manage diabetes is that person. We can give them all the help, support and information, but it is their own responsibilty to manage their disease. My daughter is 23, she was diagnosed as a type 1 insulin dependant 9 months ago. She has done a fantastic job of managing her diabetes, she now has an insulin pump that has made her life so much easier. As her mom and a nurse, I have given her all the resources and support that I can, but at the end of the day it is her life and her disease to manage. She is a busy mom to 4 year old twin girls, and her husband a marine, is deployed in Iraq right now, but she has to deal with and manage her disease every single day. I am so proud of her.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 7 (view)
 
Mood changes and diabetes
Posted: 7/12/2009 7:48:48 PM
It sounds like your boyfriend started out as a type 2 adult onset diabetic if he is 60 years old. For many reasons, many type 2 patients cannot control their blood glucose with just diet and medication alone. Compliance is usually the biggest issue here, maybe the reason why he now has to take insulin. His mood is subject to changes in his sugar levels, too low or too high can result in some sudden mood swings . You also mention that he is taking Zoloft and Xanax, my guess is that he also has an anxiety disorder and/or depression which can definetly affect his mood swings. It may not just be diabetes causing his problem. Maybe you should have taken the time to address your concerns about his health issues before you broke up with him.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 67 (view)
 
What you can tell by their eye color
Posted: 7/9/2009 7:46:32 PM
BROWN EYES

Either sexy as hell or are adorable. Loves to make new friends. Their relationship tends to be very honest because if they aren't truly in love, then the relationship won't work. They fall easily for their best friends. Will do anything for that special person. Kind and polite. Enjoys being with their guy/girl. LOVES to party. Can make ANYONE laugh or cheer them up. Loves to please the one they care for or love.
The BEST ones at sex . is NOT THE PERSON YOU WANT TO PISS OFF WILL KNOCK YOU OUT!!!!! ( STRAIGHT BAD ASS) Amazing Kisser.


Actually, pretty much describes me to a tee, except the party bit, this lass is getting a little too old to party! lol. Though I am the origional "Brown Eyed Girl" that Van wrote the song for............:) You definetly don't want to mess with me either, not sure you would want to see a British nurse Ratchet in action!

Btw, I am an amazing kisser...........MUAH!!!!

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 11 (view)
 
Life changing..
Posted: 7/3/2009 9:00:57 PM
I guess my turning point was in 2001 when I lost my best friend to breast cancer. She was only 39 years old, I was with her holding her in my arms when she died...........I realised at that point that life is indeed too short, you never know what is around the corner, or when your time may be up. It was shortly after her death that I decided that I wanted to be part of caring for the terminally ill. I wanted to put life into their days when days could no longer be added to their life..........It is a decision that I will never regret, I am so honored to be part of the incredible journey that these patients take..........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 26 (view)
 
Southpark favorite episode
Posted: 7/1/2009 8:45:55 PM
LMAO, there were so many good Southpark moments........Chef' wanting you to suck on his chocolate salty balls....... Cartman saying " I'm not fat, I'm just big boned" "Uhh no, don't have any jewish candy!" "Cartman's mom is a big fat biatch" "Oh no, they killed Kenny, you **stards.........!! Shouldn't do drugs, drugs are bad.......mkay......

Sooo naughty and out of order, but ummmumm oh so good!! Butters, where's my favorite butters? and Timmy??? Classic off the wall comedy that maybe only crazy Brit's understood!!

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 12 (view)
 
80's music is the bestest evah!
Posted: 7/1/2009 8:34:21 PM
Eighties music was great especially if you were in the UK at that time, what a selection to choose from........Simple Minds, U2, Ultravox, Genesis, Peter Gabriel, ABC, Duran Duran, Frankie goes to Hollywood, Roxy Music, the list goes on.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 92 (view)
 
Beating the heat at our age
Posted: 7/1/2009 7:47:44 PM
never got hot flashes, but i assume natural horomone replacement helps with all that.


Darn it serenity, no hot flashes?? I would trade places with you in a heartbeat girl!! I have tried the natural remedies as I don't want to take hormone replacement, they help a little, but I still get just as many. Night times can be a biatch!! Guess I will have to stick with the head in the freezer trick to cool down! lol
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 74 (view)
 
Beating the heat at our age
Posted: 6/30/2009 5:51:53 PM

...Well being from Canada, our summers are relatively short and for the most part my city doesn't often get much over 85 degrees throughout July and August. Cools down at night too, nice for sleeping.


Mae, I think I will have to move north of the border it seems. I am origionally from England where the summers consist of mostly cool, damp and grey days. I have lived in Florida for almost 15 years, I still cannot deal with the excessive heat and humidity day and night for at least 6 months out of the year. I would be very happy to hibernate during the summer months, and resurface in the fall, that would make me a very happy camper and make my hot flashes a little easier to deal with, that way I don't have to put my head in the freezer to cool down!!

I often have to ask myself why the heck am I still living in Florida????


 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 25 (view)
 
what is your headline and what does it mean?
Posted: 6/24/2009 8:32:19 PM
Mine says....... A little "Brit" different......... I have used several in the past, but this is the one that gets the most comments from people, most of them good!

Well, I am British born and raised, so that makes me a little different. A good pun on words don't ya think?

Different, that I am............

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 26 (view)
 
Sleep patterns as we age
Posted: 6/21/2009 8:04:53 PM

London Lass - I consider myself very lucky to live where I do. No close neighbors, 360-degree sunrises and sunsets, surrounded by hundreds of acres of woods. They pump the sunshine to us out here. Heck, 3 cars in a row is a traffic jam!


Alrighty then, I need to move up north it seems, sounds like heaven sophie. I am definetly in the wrong part of the country , maybe some fresh cooler air and wonderful sunrises and sunsets will kick my sleeping pattern back into normality! I can but dream......zzzzzzz
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 22 (view)
 
Sleep patterns as we age
Posted: 6/21/2009 7:39:00 PM

I love to sit outside at dawn with my cup of tea just to watch and listen to the daylight world coming alive


If you lived in my part of Florida the only things you would hear come alive at that time of day are the roaches, palmetto bugs, crickets and mating frogs! I bet your glad you live up north! lol
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 19 (view)
 
Sleep patterns as we age
Posted: 6/21/2009 3:50:01 PM

If I could get 4 hrs straight sleep I'd be a happy camper, but that doesn't happen very often


I feel your pain caddboy.........I have suffered from insomnia for many years as a result of working night shift in ICU. Even on my nights off, I had a problem getting to sleep and staying asleep. Even though I have not worked nights in several years, my body clock is totally messed up, thank goodness I have my little friend Ambien CR to help me get some shut eye a few nights a week. Without sleep this angel can very quickly morph into nurse Ratchet if you know what I mean!!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 8 (view)
 
SNORING!!!!!! HELP!!!!!!!!
Posted: 6/10/2009 8:19:56 PM
Sounds like your roomy may have obstructive sleep apnea. I suggest that he gets his doctor to order an overnight sleep study, I have a feeling that this friend of yours needs either CPAP or BIPAP.

BTW, is your friend a little on the large size with a large neck? If so, he is defienetly at risk for sleep apnea.
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
Is a university degree still admirable?
Posted: 6/7/2009 8:10:00 PM

While I can assure you that was true 30 years ago, and even 24 years ago, it's no longer true. After being back in school after a 30-year hiatus, I can tell you that for a fact. People going through the system now are getting the "benefit" of a horribly dumbed-down curriculum...at least in the US


That is a very sad statement....... I am from the UK but have lived in the States for 14 years. Both my kids have experienced both the UK and the US school systems. I can honestly say that even though the US curriculum may appear to be dumbed down, the standard of education in this country far exceeds that of the UK, at least as far as my kids are concerned. They both had to work their butts off, but it has paid off in the end......
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 13 (view)
 
Is a university degree still admirable?
Posted: 6/7/2009 5:09:22 PM
Actually the majority of students admit to cheating.


I guess I stand corrected on this one peeps...........

I must be too old and naive to think that students earn their degrees with honesty, integrity and actual knowledge. I must be in the minority of people who actually earned their degree from years of dedicated studying and a willingness to learn all I possibly could for my chosen profession. Education and knowledge are great attributes to have, shame that people have to lie and cheat in order to aquire them.......
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Is a university degree still admirable?
Posted: 6/7/2009 12:56:34 PM

Most students cheat at school. Chances are that the holder of the degree cheated. That's against them. It's a character flaw.


I don't know how you can make such a sweeping statement here. It would be fair to say that some students cheat, not most........


As a credential for mastering and furthering knowledge helpful to mankind, a degree is a badge of honor and worthy of applause.


Speaking as a nurse who put herself through nursing school many years ago to get her batchelors degree, and one that has endured many years of blood sweat and tears, that is a true statement.....
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 13 (view)
 
Contact lenses
Posted: 6/6/2009 9:56:01 AM
Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses unless they have, really cute asses.


Oh no, you did not just say that!! I wore glasses for many years, did not stop me from getting dates, cute ass or not!

I now wear contacts, have done for several years. I have astigmatism so I wear Accuvue Oasis for astigmatism. I find them very comfortable to wear, although because they have a high water content they are very fragile and tend to turn inside out or fold up on you upon insertion. I have tried many brands, but so far these have been the most comfortable to wear and my eyes do not dry out as much.
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 21 (view)
 
I'm really just having a great time...anyone else?
Posted: 6/5/2009 5:38:04 AM

If anyone doubts that God has a sense of humor, they have not been to a Super WalMart on a Sunday afternoon.


Ha ha, is that not the truth!! lol . I usually try to avoid Walmart on a Sunday especially in my area, it's amazing how many stalkers you can find in the tortilla section if you get my drift! lol

Seriously though, I have had a good time on here, have made many great friends through the forums, met a few nice people, one very nice one right now! The secret is not to take things too seriously on here, just have fun, if the magic happens, then that is an extra bonus........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 23 (view)
 
At the drive-in movie, do you remember?
Posted: 6/1/2009 10:45:56 AM
Aww starman, that is so sweet of you to think of me. I am thinking that I have indeed missed out on one of America's finest traditions. I have heard so much about them, must have been a great way to spend a date night!

Sign me up for the lounge chair and definetly the cooler of wine.......yummy!!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 15 (view)
 
At the drive-in movie, do you remember?
Posted: 5/31/2009 6:47:49 PM
I grew up in London, England. We did not have drive-in movie theatres back then, must be an American thing. We did however know how to have fun as teenagers. When we went to the movies, it was not to actually watch the movie, but to make sure you had a good seat in the back row if you know what I mean! lol

On the way home it was imperative that you memorised a good synopsis of the movie you were supposed to be watching because you knew your parents were always going to ask! lol
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 19 (view)
 
What does your home say about you?
Posted: 5/31/2009 4:36:01 PM
My home says that I am a loving and caring person. My noticeboard is full of thank you notes from grateful patients and their families.......

My home is filled with pics of my twin grandaughters, even the fridge is covered with their artwork. They may live far away, but there is always a part of them at nana's house.........

My home may be small, but it says a lot about me........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 34 (view)
 
Write your own Epitaph..what would you say?
Posted: 5/31/2009 2:35:20 PM
Some interesting ideas here, some origional, some flippin hilarious!! lol

I think mine would have to say in there somewhere that...........

"Heaven must have been missing an angel , but now she's back with a lopsided halo, let's get the party started!!"

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 78 (view)
 
Marijauna Rant!
Posted: 5/31/2009 11:56:44 AM
^^^^^Once again, I am amazed at the ignorance here, having my medical knowlege questioned again is astounding! It's amusing that the majority of posters getting bent out of shape here are the weed smokers .......Here's your sign.......!!

Oh well, enough time wasted on this thread, tired of the wacky baccy possey and their attempts to justify their addiction, time to move on to better things!!


 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 75 (view)
 
Marijauna Rant!
Posted: 5/31/2009 10:33:49 AM
Maybe I need to introduce some the above members of the "Lets legalize Marijuana" club to some of my "pot head" patients. I think they will tell you a different story, but I guess they are wrong too......

As for the above poster who insulted my profession, who has no medical experience himself........... I think your ignorance is sadly showing it's ugly head.......!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 70 (view)
 
Marijauna Rant!
Posted: 5/31/2009 4:53:49 AM
More propoganda. Pot only has an effect on short term memory and the effect wears off when the high does.


Wrong, long term use of marijuana affects long term memory, the effect does not wear off, this has been medicallly proven my dear friend. I have been in the medical profession for many years, I have first hand knowledge that weed damages the brains memory centers. So, if in a few years you can't remember diddly, you really will be a "pot head" !!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 64 (view)
 
Marijauna Rant!
Posted: 5/30/2009 6:41:06 PM
Each time you drink, you are killing brain cells. No wonder your opinions make no sense.

Drinking has a long-term effect on the drinkers cognition. Weed does not.


How sadly mistaken you are.......Where do you think the term "pot head" comes from? Long term use of marijuana affects the memory of many people. I have patients that used to smoke a lot of weed in school and college, a few of them are now having severe memory issues. The liver can be very forgiving as far as alcohol is concerned, it can compensate, the brain however cannot. Lost memories can never be retrieved.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Should driving lessons be part of the curriculam?
Posted: 5/20/2009 8:15:24 PM

Should part of that be driving lessons? I believe that is done in America as part of a students education and wonder if it should be introduced here


I am from london but have lived in the States for 14 years. Both my kids learned to drive in high school, it is part of the curriculum as driver education. They can get their learners permit at 15, but cannot get a full licence until they are 16. I agree that it would be a good option in the UK with driving lessons being so expensive. Having said that, I do think that the legal driving age in the States is far too young at 16. I have seen many high school kids die in accidents because they did not have the knowledge or the maturity to really be aware of the dangers on the roads.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 12 (view)
 
You're Drinking Too Much Coffee When . . .
Posted: 5/17/2009 4:59:34 PM
That is too funny op, I especially love the medical references, they are oh so true! lol

I think I can throw this one in from personal experience.......

You know you are drinking too much coffee when the doc, your boss, has to get you to lie on the exam table because your heart is bursting out of your chest and your heart rate is 150 and he is threatening to put you on a beta blocker unless you quit the caffeine......here's your sign............!!

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 5 (view)
 
Cancer hitting home?
Posted: 5/15/2009 4:33:24 PM
I lost my best friend in the UK to breast cancer in 2001, she was only 39.......She underwent a radical mastectomy and suffered many rounds of chemo and radiation. She unfortunetly was diagnosed late as her doctor did not think the lump in her breast was malignant, and told her it was just a cyst. By the time she was finally diagnosed after a second opinion she was a stage 5...........She battled the cancer for 3 years before it spread to the other breast, liver and bones. I left my home here in the States for 2 months to fly over to help take care of her. I was with her when she finally died, she was just 3 months shy of her 40th birthday. She left behind a devestated husband and a 16 year old daughter. It has been nine years since she died, but I still miss the best friend I ever had........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 5 (view)
 
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Posted: 5/13/2009 4:00:28 PM
So you have a hypo thyroid? Do you have Graves Disease?


Graves Disease is caused by an overactive thyroid, not an underactive one. With Graves there is considerable weight loss, a rapid heart rate and bulging of the eyes. It can be treated with the medication Tapezole, but eventually the thyroid needs to be irradiated to try and correct the problem. An underactive thyroid usually responds to a synthetic form of thyroxine , ie Synthroid. Both these conditions are best handled by an endocrinologist........



I'm pretty well versed on this subject...


I think you may have go back and read up on this one my friend!
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 6 (view)
 
Shingles?!
Posted: 5/5/2009 8:16:53 PM
Shingles is a very painful condition caused by the Herpes Zoster virus. People who have had chicken pox are at risk for developing shingles. The virus attacks the nerve endings usually on one side of the body causing extreme pain. Signs of shingles include extreme pain and itching, clusters of water filled blisters that weep and crust over time. The virus is very contagious especially when the blisters are open and weeping. The usual treatment consists of an antiviral med like Valtrex, Famvir or Acyclovire, plus a course of prednisone and pain meds. There is a vaccine available called Zostavax that can help prevent an outbreak, but the vaccine is expensive, around $200, most insurance companies will not pay for it. Many people are left with permanent post herpetic nerve pain, meds like Neurontin and Lyrica may help with that pain but do carry some side effects.

Hope this helps............
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 70 (view)
 
New Strain of Swine Flu Reported In N, America...Proof of my point
Posted: 4/30/2009 5:50:44 PM
36,000 people die every year from the regular flu.

Since Monday, 1 person in the United States has died from swine flu.

The tally in the last three days: Swine Flu: 1, Real Flu: 295.


Still think cable news is a valuable source of information?


You are absolutely 100% correct on that................. As I have stated previously, too many people are panicking unnecessarily, and there is too much often incorrect media hype on this. Please people, just use common sense and take the recommended flu precautions, you will all be ok.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
Msg: 57 (view)
 
New Strain of Swine Flu Reported In N, America...Where is the Tamiflu?
Posted: 4/29/2009 4:40:03 PM
At the end of the day, swine flu is a virus, it should be treated just like any other virus....... Tamiflu is a good medicine, but in short supply right now as many people are taking it "Just in case". It needs to be taken when you have documented flu symptoms. Take the usual precautions like hand washing, using antibacterial hand sanitizer, covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, stay home if you are sick. Treat your symptoms just like you would regular flu symptoms. The flu does not respond to antibiotics. Keep yourself well hydrated, take motrin or tylenol if you have a fever, stay home and rest and be prepared to ride the virus out. Obviously the young and elderly are more at risk here and those people who may be immunocomprimised due to other illnesses or chemotherapy. I think there has been some unnecessary panicking going on, fueled by lots of media hype........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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40th Birthday Cards
Posted: 4/20/2009 7:54:37 PM

I still want to go to house parties and road trips and skinnydipping etc. but others my age seem to settle down into boring lives


Age is a state of mind my dear friend, heck you are only turning 40, I shall be 50 in a few months, I ain't dead yet mate! lol. There is no reason to give up the things you enjoy just because of a number, so you may get a few "Over The Hill" cards, but over the hill does not mean dead and buried! Enjoy!!!

 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Suggestions: Father and Daughter Songs??
Posted: 4/16/2009 7:42:40 PM
How about "Unforgetable" by Nat King and Natalie Cole.........

An oldie, but a classic and beautiful duet from a father and daughter, guaranteed to bring tears, but in a good way.

Gives me goosebumps every time I hear it, I think it would be a good choice..............
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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How much sleep Do you Actually Get per Night ?
Posted: 4/15/2009 7:30:41 PM
I have suffered from insomnia for many years mainly as a result of years of working night shift in ICU. I cannot sleep during the day either. I have tried all the usual remedies, but the only thing that works for me is my trusted Ambien CR. I don't take it every night, but with it I can get at least 5-6 hrs sleep, without it, maybe 3-4 if I am lucky. When I don't get much sleep, this angel turns into Nurse Ratchet, it's not pretty I can tell you!! lol
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Tea Lovers' Forum
Posted: 4/12/2009 7:55:20 PM
I grew up in London, there used to be the most fantastic store in my town called "Just Your Cuppa Tea" that sold loose tea of every kind imaginable. The aromas of all the different teas was unbelievable as you walked in. I could spend an hour or more wandering round that store. I remember my favorite being a mixed blend of ceylon, darjeeling and mango. They also sold all the gizmos and gadgets that you would need to make a great cuppa. Oh how I miss that store!!.........
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Water Fasting--who has done it?
Posted: 4/9/2009 7:36:36 PM
And no London lass it does not cause cardiac arrest. It causes cells to burst. And unfortunately one of the most prone is the brain cell.


Unfortunetly you are wrong here sketch........I have been in the medical profession for 30 years, I think I may have a little more knowledge here. Water intoxication and electrolyte imbalance can certainly lead to cardiac arrest. Potassium is a vital part of your electrolyte balance, too high or too low levels in your blood can cause cardiac arrythmias which in turn can lead to cardiac arrest. This can and has happened with excessive water drinking, your potassium supplies are depleted. How do you think these people die so suddenly?? Why do you think doctors give patients potassium suppliments when they give them diuretics????
 london lass 59
Joined: 4/25/2007
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Water Fasting--who has done it?
Posted: 4/8/2009 7:54:29 PM
She was dared to drink a gallon of water in one sitting. Wer'e supposed to drink 8 8oz. glasses of water a day so that shouldn't be a problem right?

Well shortly after getting through about half of it, she complained about a headache.

Medically speaking that was a sign that it was just about too late. She died.

One of the things mentioned in this story was her electrolytes were so out of whack, it was useless.

Just a thought.


I am so glad that someone has finally mentioned this, thank you benedanti. This is water intoxication, a very dangerous and fatal practice. The electrolyte imbalance is usually so severe it causes cardiac arrest, which for the most part is usually irreversable, causing certain death. After eleven pages of cut and paste stats, this is the one stat that you cannot dispute........
 
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