Mernie
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Always on the Run - Lenny Kravitz
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I'm very happy today because I'm going to a B.B. King concert tomorrow night.
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The Long Run - The Eagles
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Colour My World - Chicago
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Another Rainy Night - Queensryche
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The Kids Are Alright - The Who
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I have a great drink recipe for Scarlet Margaritas from Southern Living. Named in honor of Jimmy's daughter. j/k
4 cups crushed ice
1 cup pomegranate juice
1/2 cup tequila
1/2 cup orange liqueur
1 tablespoon lime juice
4 tablespoons pomegranate seeds (1/2 fresh pomegranate) (optional)
lime wedges
coarse salt
garnish - lime slices
Process first 5 ingredients, and, if desired, pomegranate seeds in a blender 30 seconds or until frothy. Rub rims of 6 glasses* with lime wedges; dip in salt to coat. Pour margarita evenly into prepared glasses. (I like to chill my glasses for several minutes in the freezer first.) Garnish if desired.
*Or if you're like me, you can drink the contents of the whole blender, so only one glass is required!
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Saturday Night's Alright (for Fighting) - Elton John
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Black Hole Sun - Soundgarden
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Black Water - Doobie Bros.
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Light My Fire - The Doors
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Apart from my two wonderful kids (who make me happy every single day) - today I derived great pleasure from eating a slice of "squishy chocolate log" (made to a Delia Smith recipe), with raspberries and fresh cream. It was heaven on a plate!
I would love to know what a "squishy chocolate log" is.
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Today my boss told everyone that we won't be getting a raise or bonus this year...bummer. But I'm happy because I still have a job (for now, anyway).
I'm also happy because I'm going to a big party tomorrow. Live rock band, drinking and dancing galore.
I ordered this huge specialty cake for my husband's bday which was a couple of days ago. It's going to be in the shape and representation of a Crown Royal Whisky bottle. I'm picking it up at the bakery tomorrow morning. If it doesn't turn out well I'm going to be posting in the pet peeves thread.
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It's quite possible that you are very highly intuitive. That would cause you to pick up a lot of the pain in the world that isn't yours, and which also explains why you don't understand because in your own personal life, there is no reason for it.
Hey, look into oricular acupuncture. From what I hear, it's amazing for severe depression.
I will do that, thanks for mentioning it. It irks me that I'm supporting the pharmaceutical companies (although I will continue because it's best for me right now) and I am always open to holistic healing.
In order to be of any help though, I must look after myself firstGood advice!
God bless all of you who struggle every day with any type of mental illness. I know from some folks close to me that it is never an easy cross to bear. In that spirit, could we all please remember to make sure we take our meds before posting in the evening hours ? Thanks in advance.Okaaayyy...I take mine every morning so I am good and even-keeled for posting purposes.
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You know what sucks eh?
Some totally *uck the world over with insane ideas
and when the populous buckles from the pressure
the populous wears the labels.
A new form of designer genes?
You aren't mentally ill. You are human with a heart that can't handle the hell.
There are a heck of a lot of people working on making things better.
When they get better, you'll feel better. I promise.
I think I understand what you're saying. I really like your statement "You are human with a heart that can't handle the hell."
The problem with clinical depression (in my own experience) is that things can be going very well in my world, but it doesn't matter, I'm still clinically depressed. It's a chemical imbalance. It's not like a "normal" short-lived depression, where you lose your job, or you get a divorce, or something similar, and then you go through a totally necessary period of depression from which you can expect to recover.
Clinical depression can be completely debilitating, and it doesn't need a reason to exist. I can ask myself, "What the hell is wrong with you? You've got so much to be thankful for. An amazing husband you're crazy about, who loves you back. Beautiful children and precious grandchildren." But the chemical imbalance in my brain keeps me from enjoying life and even makes me want to die so I won't have to suffer anymore.
I don't claim to be an expert in psychiatry, I'm just speaking from 40+ years of personal experience with clinical depression. And I want to do whatever I can to support others who are going through the same thing.
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Hello,i've been away for some time,this is a thread for everyone with a mental illness,I have always been depressed,several times i contemplated suicide and even made one attempt (Saved by a friend) I am now getting professional help,I have been diagnosed with clinical depression and schizophrenia,also apparently i am an ex multiple personality disorder sufferer,which i overcame without medical help which is "A testament to my strength of mind" (Or so my shrink says) and am on the meds,my friends have been supportive,my family doesn't know and i don't plan to tell them because i can function normally anyway,this thread is for people with any mental diseases,or friends/family of anyone with mental illness or learning disability,for support because believe me,i know how tough it is.
I feel for you, it sounds like you've had a really tough time. I've been clinically depressed my whole life. My brother had it way worse, he had schizophrenia and was very, very sick. I finally saw a psychiatrist about 10 years ago, have been on anti-depressants and mood stabilizers since then, and it's made a big difference in my quality of life. A mistake I've made twice was thinking that I was better and didn't need the meds, stopping them, then hitting bottom again and having to go back on them. I used to think that taking the meds was a sign of weakness and that I should be able to control it on my own. But I'm learning to get over my ego and realize that it's best for me to stay on the meds. Each person has to make their own decision in this regard, but it's like any other disease of the body, it's just that there is still such a stigma attached to mental illness. It's good that you've told your friends, even though you haven't told your family. Having someone to talk to who understands your condition is important. I hope you hang in there with your medical professional and continue getting help.
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as Carrieanna31 already said before i'm 99% sure it's a guitar string...
I figured but couldn't resist asking. His teeth were so pretty...
I'd like to say thank you to all of you who post these photos. I don't have anything to contribute which hasn't been seen before, but I'm always in here looking to see what you gals post. And you've got some great stuff. So, thanks.
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he's so cute on this one...
Forgive me if this has been asked before -- what is Jimmy holding between his fingers? Is he getting ready to floss his teeth?
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I was thinking of buying this book Jimmy Page: Magus, Musician, Man: An Unauthorized Biography. Has anyone read it and what do you think about it?
I bought this book and enjoyed reading it. I can't speak to its complete accuracy -- the experts in the forum could probably point out errors. They would probably say that there's not much new to be found. But the author is definitely a good writer with a nice style and I found it entertaining. I will definitely keep it rather than selling it to Half-Price Books (which I do with books I don't particularly care to hold onto).
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Those photos are absolutely gorgeous!
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Well, she's definately on the ball, there. My dad writes in capital letters and not only is he super duper clever at maths, he's also a Mechanical Engineer - wanted to be an architect.
And, hey, who was it that wanted to go into Biological research again?
Right, and isn't Jimmy also a noted authority on the work of a famous architect? Maybe an architect who built one of his houses? I read that either here in the forums or in a book.
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Sounds about right.., I can't speak for every engineer/architect, but all of the ones I know personally, including myself, write in all caps.., although its usually very clean and straight looking as if a stencil were used...
Maybe thats where all the whispy lines and inconsistencies come in with Page's writing - his artistic side shining through?
Exactly what I thought!
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I used to work with an expert in handwriting analysis. I haven't seen her in years but wish she was here to look at Jimmy's handwriting sample. I do remember she told me that people who write in all capital letters are scientific/mathematical minded, such as architects and engineers. I remember this specifically because my father always wrote in all caps, and I asked her what it meant. My dad was super intelligent and very mechanical minded. He built many things, including his own house, so I think this is true.
Is it similar to a cake or pudding? Perhaps we need a recipe thread.
as Carrieanna31 already said before i'm 99% sure it's a guitar string...
What Made You Happy today?
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Sounds cool. I saw him quite a few years ago at the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas. Dressed up crowd in the Arts district and all that junk. The concert tomorrow is at a casino in Oklahoma, so it may be a whole different vibe this time. We're supposed to be about 8 rows from the front, so I'll definitely be closer!