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GOod morning! I had a horrible night! You?
Anyway...
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Up to 75% of people who appear on charges of animal cruelty/neglect/abuse WILL appear incourt for the same charages again. (Statistics only apply to US; regional variations, due to regional law variations.)
Scientists are wondering: What are these little rings of DNA doing in our cells? Are they cancer-related? IMmune-related? Nothing special? Ack! As usual, every new answer brings questions. Since we know they exist (and have for a long time) but aren't sure what all they mean... I attach this article, and leave you to muddle through if you wish. My FIL, btw, thinks that the rings may also serve in healthy cells to attract and attach (and thus neutralize) invaders, not just create havoc... But that's him. The MD/PhD in that stuff.
So... here's the article: https://www.genengnews.com/news/cancer-a-dna-ring-circus-where-oncogenes-wreak-havoc/
In 1961, Fidel Castro quipped, "A revolution is not a bed of roses". It was, however, a box of cigars for that guy. (OK, bad joke.)
Today in 1901, Gillette patented the KC Gillette Razor, the first to have a permanent handle and replace-able blades.
In 1954, the US Senate censured Senator Joe McCarthy, whose inquiries into the "anti-American activities" of US citizens had been first lauded, then distrusted, and finally viewed with embarrassment. "McCarthyism" became a word thanks to the senator's insistence that there were commies everywhere! everywhere! EVERYWHERE!... Meaning people who might have looked at a communist pamphlet in 1935 were losing their jobs, repuatations, etc. (Bear in mind, in the 1930s, the economic global depression had people joining all kinds of political movements.)
Roy Cohn, who worked avidly and actively with McCarthy, was technically McCarthy's legal counsel. Cohn eventually went on to represent others in private practice. Current POTUS Donald Trump included. Cohn was disbarred for unethical conduct in 1986, not long before his death from AIDS-related complications, and was known to enjoy sexual relations with men... Despite his being part of the anti-gay movement that went along with McCarthyism.
Curiously, btw, people close to Cohn said he wasn't homosexual. He just liked sex with men. Not really sure how that distinction plays out, but okay, fine, whatever. An interesting footnote to McCarthyism.
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And here's our Christmas tree! The tree topper was broken when Dixie attacked Dahlia while Dahlia sat under the tree, but otherwise I'm quite happy about it.
Merry Monday!
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Good morning!Today I was reading up on this year's flu outbreak. It's not A-strain-dominated (y'know, our usual H-N friensd.) This year, looks like the uS is getting hit by B/VIctoria --- which isn't dangerous per se, but certainly isn't the usual "dominant" flu. So far, over 60 percent up to 70 percent of flu cases tested for strain? Yep. B/Victoria. (Named for Victoria, Australia.) And, be...
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Who do you turn to when you're looking for some good advice?
Leo, your tree is beautiful!
I made it to the gym yesterday and then went to the hospital to see mom. She's been admitted and will probably need to have a feeding tube implanted. Her throat is all burned and swollen from the radiation therapy, so she can't swallow. She sees the specialist today, so we'll see what he says.
I have a dentist appointment today and then back to the hospital for a quick visit. My sister will spend the whole day there with dad. Tomorrow is my day, so I'll take dad there around 10 and likely take him home around 4. It's going to be a long day.
Hoping everyone has a good day!
We got over a foot of snow last night and are expected to get another couple inches by tomorrow morning. I'm not working today thankfully, but they waited until this morning to decide (the MA office is in an area with less forecasted snow, to be fair). So I had to get up and report on conditions up here and see if I had to go in. I knew I wouldn't end up going, they said last night if it's bad they don't want me driving down there even if they're open, so I at least set my alarm an hour late. I also went to bed later than I should have, so that didn't do much good. But I'll still take it if it means a paid day off. I need to deal with my driveway (already shoveled a path to the road so I could walk Miki and see what the main road looked like before reporting to my boss) and my deck, make lunches for tomorrow and Wednesday, and get caught up on wood burning commissions. One I'm doing for bf is pretty complex, I started it last night and it's going to take longer than I thought. I also have a few things I need to get ready for the craft fair. And I think I've figured out a way to deal with Noah's urinary issues. If I shut him in the bathroom with the litter box, he will use it within a couple minutes. I figured that out Saturday night. But for whatever reason, he doesn't seek it out himself. He's acting normal otherwise, and still walking around the whole house so I don't think he's afraid to go in the room where the litter boxes are. And he doesn't seem to have any trouble urinating. So it's strange. And now I'm wondering if maybe he could have some issues from his bladder stretching with the urinary retention, I know that can happen in cats who are blocked. I'm not sure how to know that for sure (usually those cats will leak urine, he only really does that if he licks and stimulates himself). But at least for now, I'll be putting him in the bathroom twice a day and see how that goes. And now I need to get on with the snow removal before I feel even more painful and try to find an excuse not to do it.
Miki, yeah, tree-plus-cats can be dangerous. This year we have forty pounds weighing down the base (it's hidden under the tree skirt). So far so good...
:-) to all who follow!
Leo beautiful tree and hope you get rest, my tree was stolen from my storage spot, locks gone and my 2 small trees are gone. Everything else is there.
Miki i used to have 3 cats, and a tree LOL times to remember!
So my trees are stolen and i do not have the money to buy a new tree. Needs to get a skinny one for where i need to put one but ya not going to happen, and i was so excited about putting a tree up. Spent all my spare money on christmas gifts even though everyone tells me not to knowing i dont have much. But this was going to be my first year since my husband died (7 years ago on the 9th) that i was going to put a tree up and decorate. Mom is going to give me some decorations but has no tree for me. Sighs........ Then i found out my food stamps were cut off, they supposedly tried to have a phone interview with me while mom was in the hospital but i never got a call. So mom is helping me with food, i dont need much i have a freezer and pantry full its just the fridge stuff and bread etc that i need. I am buying what i can and moms helping where she can. Not having a good day, pain is SOO high.......... Been up since 2 am because of pain and yesterday was up at 3 am.
Sounds like cognitive dissonance to me.
Nice tree.
I’m off to work. Hands and legs hurt a bit but gabapentin and robaxyn are working well. Could use some tramadol but I get that next week.
I went out last night and had a good time with some new ppl. I was concerned about an increase in pain but we were having fun (and drinking) so that helped. ;)
I guess giving me a place to vent is a good thing as well! :) Just lots of thanks to all of you for the well wishes and prayers.
Leo, I love the tree. I have friends with cats and they never end up putting up a tree so I'm glad you still did. I hope it isn't too much trouble for you with the girls.
Pained, I'm so sorry your mom has to have a feeding tube now. Are they going to try and prevent any more radiation from burning her throat? I don't even know if that is an option. I had a friend with severely burnt skin from her radiation on her chest. It was awful looking and I can't imagine doing a treatment that is supposed to help me, that actually causes my skin to burn like that. Praying for your family.
Miki, you have a lot going on, but you have also gotten a lot accomplished. I hope the wood burning goes good and you enjoy your snow day.
Angela, I wish we lived closer, I could put my spare tree up at your house. I'm really sorry to hear about your food stamps. It doesn't seem right that they can cancel it like that. I hope you are able to reinstate them soon, not a good time of the year to be missing out on that one.
soulsearcher, Have a good day at work. I'm glad you can get relief with medication.
Sorry I haven't been as active. I've been reading but too depressed to say much. This thanksgiving was hard for me, but when he took my girls to his family I went shopping and got some presents wrapped over the weekend. It looks like I can't refinance my house due to what it's worth and how much I owe on it. The only other news is that my husband has agreed to marriage counseling but admits he is too hard headed and it won't help him. I'm praying for everyone. Hang in there.
So to all best wishes as I also off my feet again. Man or woman you have to be one tough hombre to live with fibro.
I am having issues with my hands working right without massive amounts of pain today. Still trying to get to the second opinion at University of MD which feels like a dog and pony show. And it just occured to me that I may not have even checked to see if they are in network. Okay, well the tremors in my hands are making typing just too frustrating. Please know that I am reading all just can't respond. Sending hugs and hot cocoa
We had a very nice dinner at my sister's. Probably the best one ever. Home by 9:30 which was perfect.
My partner was off on Friday but as usual he managed to mess up the holiday weekend with more car shenanigans. He had to tear the front end of his car down *again.* In the process, he broke a very expensive part which had to be ordered from the dealer. He got impatient.... And, he had to take today off in order to finish the car. This morning, he was on tender hooks about the part coming in because it had to be shipped and there are a lot of weather delays. He got the part around Noon and is back in the garage working away.
Meanwhile, my car got dropped off yesterday afternoon at the collision shop for repair. I wanted it there for first thing this morning so they could just get on with it. I got my rental an hour or so ago. It's a Toyota RAV4. Drives very nicely but the seat base is pretty uncomfortable. It will work until I get my car back which I hope will be Wednesday afternoon.
Smurf had an epiphany the day I had him out to the groomers and back. He now fully understands that this is his home. He has been really funny the past few days. Everyday, he exhibits more confidence and another personality quirk. This morning, he was wiggling his furry butt and chasing after the polydactyl. She finally smacked him one.
Leo - Your tree is very pretty. I have not had a live one or any tree in a few years. I have a tabletop one which my partner has buried either in the garage or the attic. I may try to find it. Other than that, I usually just put out stockings and a few other odds and ends. I hope that you are able to nap today.
PainedOne - I am sorry to hear that your Mom will need a feeding tube. That is a lot for your family to handle. Sitting at the hospital or for medical appointments is never fun. I am glad to see that you are committed to pacing yourself. Sending support and hugs.
Miki - That storm is a monster and has been walloping the heck out of every area that it hits. It sounds like you have plenty to keep you busy even with a day off. I hope that your wood burning projects are going well today!
Twin - I am sorry to hear that refinancing will not work out for you. At least Hubby is willing to try counseling again. If he doesn't open his mind and heart nothing is going to help. And, if he thinks that this is the only relationship that he will screw up, he needs to think long and hard. Life is too short to be and make everyone around you miserable. I hope that you can get some extra rest somehow and maybe treat yourself to a little something. Hugs!
AngelaJo - Who the h*ll steals Christmas trees??!! That just infuriates me because it was certainly someone in your building. I hope that you reported it to the office. I hope that you get your food stamps reinstated pronto. You've had nothing but problems with them. Rest up today.
Soulsearcher - Welcome to our morning coffee klatch! I hope that work goes by quickly for you today. It sounds like you had some fun last night which is always good for morale.
Bear - Someone needs to file a written complaint about that place. Have you spoken to your son about the shower and food issues? I'm sorry that you have to be off of your feet again today. Hopefully, you will find some entertainment on TV that is worthwhile. Thinking of you!
Blue - You have too much going on! I hope that you can get your switch to a new school done and over with. One hour at a time for the next couple of weeks so you can get through everything.
Hi Maynard - I'm sorry that your hands are so terrible. Getting another opinion sounds like a great idea to me. You need more help than your current medical team is providing. Sending you good vibes and hugs!
Ida was in ICU for two days with an infection and a virus. They released her yesterday. She was in NM at her son's for Thanksgiving. She will be staying there until Saturday. She is too weak to fly right now.
For those of you who know Kel - He is up to his eyeballs in snow and still in the process of rehabbing his new knee. Some people from his office and friends came by to plow him out and shovel so he didn't try it and tear out his stitches. Thank God, Gin didn't have to do it herself. They've got quite mess there.
BasketballMom another one of our MIA friends is stuck in NC after Thanksgiving weekend due to the storm. She can't get a flight back until Wednesday. They are building a house there which will probably close the week before Christmas. She is living and working in NY state until the house closing. Hubby and son Kevin are in NC working and her daughter is at college.
I bought myself a weighted blanket during the Black Friday madness. I want to try one to see if it helps with some of the anxiety issues that I now seem to have fairly often. If you consider getting one, a duvet cover is necessary too because they are too heavy to wash. I haven't had a chance to use it yet. I keep getting interrupted....
Shoutout to Milily, Wonder and Zombie!
I am so sorry to hear about everyone else and the struggles that they are going through. I am so sorry to hear about idle being in the hospital and Kel being snowed in. Angela I am so sorry to hear about your food stamps and your Christmas tree for somebody who does steal a curse ministry is just horrible. I'm sending you all as much love as I have to give.
Your Mom's comments were WAY out of !ine. You are trying to achieve some quality of life. Not taking pills willy nilly for something to do. Comparing your situation to what happened to your uncle is like saying my flu is the same as your flu. Not! You are pretty sick which doesn't seem to be too important to her if she turned the conversation around to her issues.
At the moment, I think that talking to her isn't a great idea. Everyone wants their Mom especially when they are sick. This kind of Mom you don't need. For the moment, let her drama and her go. You've got too many other negative things to deal with now. Spend your energy on good self care, things that you enjoy and rest. Try to turn off that endless loop in your brain. You deserve some peace in your !ife. Hugs!