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We Hunted The MammothWe Hunted The MammothI love the sound of the ocean. Also looking at the ocean. Probably some of you do as well. So put this on, ignore the big watermark, and just relax the hell out.
I have a tendency to suffer from bad acne, but I found taking high strength cod liver oil tablets keeps me virtually spot free now. I wish I’d known that sooner, after all the antibiotics I was prescribed that didn’t work and so on.
Thanks for the tip Varalys, but I’ll have to pass, I don’t eat fishies 🙁
But perhaps I could try to find out what kind of other good fatty acids could mimic the cod fat! Rather that than taking antibiotics or birth control pills, they really mess with my head and body.
… And in other news, I just got the message that my nephew was born at midnight. ^__^ He’s happy, healthy and has a head full of bright red hair just like his daddy. <3
@SFHC
Awesome! Sounds like he might grow up to be somewhat Fingie-like.
@Pearl Clutcher: I’m assuming it’s the concentrated dosage of vitamin D that is working for me, so maybe you can find a way that delivers that without requiring fish oil. Oddly I discovered it quite by accident, I’d been suffering some recurrent knee pain and thought it might be good for the joints. And all of a sudden, the horrible cycst level acne that had plagued me since puberty cleared up. Didn’t do much for the bad knee though, losing weight cleared that one up.
@Varalys, OK! I’ll try some supplements.( I already take a multivitamin with D, but the dosage is quite small…)
SFHC: congrats on the niece, may they be happy!
@ kupo:
I third that…I’m also afraid to go public and I admire those who are public about feminism.
I’m also glad that a doctor finally listened to you and diagnosed you so that you can be on your way to recovery.
@VP: While we’re on the subject of recovery, I am so glad to hear how well you’re recovering…major progress!
@Pearl Clutcher: I typically used Clearasil pads when I was a teenager (not just a teen at heart like I am now lol) and had acne on my T-zone…I’d also look for an oil-free moisturizing face wash.
@Axe: Yikes, that’s concerning! I’d see a doctor about that.
@Makroth: *squeals* Axolotls are so stinkin’ cute! I just might get one someday
@Mish and WWTH: Thanks for the kitties!
It’s not Friday anymore but I went to a crab feast at the American Legion (my grandfather’s a member. Old Bay tends to make me thirsty but I still enjoyed myself.
@SFHC: Congrats on your nephew!
Violet
Not really. It’s not good, but it’s constant. You get used to it, I guess. I just hafta eat slow, and drink water. Sometimes mess that up, but it’s usually fine. And I have been meaning to get it checked out
Thx for worrying 🙂
@Axecalibur – Hope you’re feeling better! Could be a food intolerance. I became lactose intolerant pretty suddenly at age 24.
Irrelevant thing: I discovered I don’t like ice cream anymore (?!) See, I had some lactase pills left over from my trip, so I figured I could eat vanilla ice cream. And… I don’t like it that much anymore. I find the texture unappetizing. Gelato is fine. I will eat all the gelato.
@kupo – I like custard, but the white kind of cake (here we call it angel food cake, also a goofy name) isn’t my favourite either. I like cherry, chocolate, etc. And anything cinnamon-flavoured. Yum. Gah, I’m just making myself hungry again. 🙂
@Pearl Clutcher – Yay on getting some work done! It can be tough, physically and mentally. I was terrible at sitting down to do my master’s thesis without some impetus, e.g. seeing other people working on something.
@EJ –
If I’m understanding right, you want to give her a warning so that she won’t be caught and have to face a large fine, but you’re worried that she’ll kick you out if you do so? If you think that would be her reaction, then maybe she’s not a great person to live with. But it’s tough to find places to stay and to go through the stress of moving.
I suppose if it were me, I’d just go away that day and not confront her, but that’s probably not the actual best thing to do.
Long blob of a comment above. Ah well. Just adding that the class with my new student this afternoon was not so bad. English is her third language and she’s a bit shy, but as the class went on she seemed more at ease.
@epitome
Nah, I know what it is. My esophagus is clingy. It holds onto things if I eat too fast. This creates a blockage that usually clears up in a few minutes. This one stayed for over an hour. After so much hockin up phlegm (difficulty going down, so it goes the other way), my body decided it was time for drastic measures to end the standoff. Thus, everything came out at once. It fixed the problem, but it felt pretty gnarly. I’ve had this problem as long as I can remember, this is just the worst instance of it
Anyway, I’m feeling completely better, thx! And I also don’t really like ice cream
ETA:
Glad to hear, your class went well
@epitome
I agree on the angel food cake. It’s only good with strawberries and whipped cream, but even then I’d rather have a rich pound cake instead. My favorite cake is red velvet. Mmmmm…
@Axecalibur
I get by; large doses of omeprazole and a lotra weed mean that I keep food down unless I’m really stressed/out of meds.
@epitome of incomprehensibility:
If she doesn’t kick me out then I shall leave by myself. I’m not worried about that. I’m worried that she’s behaving irrationally and so may do something stupid (like, for example, have all the locks changed while we’re out of the house, or attempt to remove some of our property from the premises) out of panic.
@Axecalibur & Dalillama – ugh, that sounds like a pain. At least you have ways to deal with it.
@EJ – Hm. I guess in that case, it’d be wise to stick around and make sure she doesn’t do anything like that. I wish you luck.
@Dali + epitome
🙂
ramble/whine/possible TMI ahead. scuse typos, my bad hand is acting up, so this is all written with my off hand.
My depression has lessened considerably since I started to transition, and I feel more social, but most of the people I know in meatspace are inconvenirntly far away and have conflicting schedules. I’m honestly not that great at maintaining frindships in general, and I’ve had a lot of trouble getting the hand of social media for various reasons (of which RSD is undoubtedly a part.
I’ve also been on a bit of an emotional roller-coaster, mostly due to being in relatively early stages of HRT. The crying jags were expected, the tendency to develop a huge crush on all kinds of people with minimal provocation (not so much people I wouldt have been attracted to/potentially interested in before, but with a great deal more intensity) followed by a spell of deep depression when reality sets in less so. I suppose in retrospect i should have expected it, though; I was like that the first time I went through puberty too; I didn’t make the connection until just now.
It isn’t making the process of trying to make new friends any easier on me though :p.
Like I said above, this is more or less just venting, cos I know I’ll find sympathetic ears here; I love you folks.
Much love to everyone, sounds like there are some rocky roads ahead of some of us. It’s okay, though! Hilly climbs build stamina. I know that everyone will make it through okay. In replying I’ll almost certainly miss people that don’t deserve to be missed. Very sorry.
@Dalillama, I’m so happy that you’re starting to feel better. Climbing out of the well that depression puts you in is such a tremendous task, it can feel daunting. I’m really glad that you’re starting to see the exit! Don’t stress about it – depression cycles tend to last between 7-10 years overall, apparently. So don’t stress if you aren’t always cheerful, it’ll come!
(And thank you for pointing out the RSD/ADHD resource for me, that feels verrry familiar to me!)
@Dalillama and Axe, I have stomach issues too, and they are no fun! I have been lactose intolerant since I was 14, and have over the past year become just much more sensitive to food in general. I had a session of throwing up a few months ago, and like you, hadn’t thrown up in years and years. I hope that you find eating to be a little easier soon, Axe!
@Pearl Clutcher, good for you! Taking on a thesis is such a monumental, scary task. It’s so hard. You deserve all the kudos in the world for making that effort. Keep going! And don’t think it’s sad to be happy for a day without anxiety. Anxiety is a really, really hard problem, it makes the simplest things an absolute struggle. Don’t diminish your accomplishment. It is easy to think that a few hours of studying is small, but that ignores the absolute mountain of shuddering tension and unconscious fear that you need to climb to get there. Learn to respect that climb and it’ll be easier next time! Learning to overcome anxiety is all about getting used to climbing that mountain. You’re making a good start.
@EJ, oh dear D: Renting is such a hassle, for exactly that reason. I’ve dealt with horrible landlords in the past, it’s miserable all around. I totally agree that you should be getting ready to move out, regardless how the whole “electrical” thing works out. And, well. I know our electrical codes in Canada fairly well, and there’s absolutely no task that a) takes an afternoon, and b) requires the occupants to leave their home. So I’m with you, her excuse is ridiculous. Get ready to get on out! I hope you can find a new place that doesn’t have the hassle.
@Robert Walker-Smith, I’m so glad your son is getting visitors and you’re able to take him out from care (hopefully)! Keeping that contact with the world is so important. I think you two are doing a wonderful job as parents (from what you said), and I hope for all of the best for you and yours <3
@losername, you're my hero <3 Is there any way you can chase that video-game-makin' dream of yours under a pseudonym? They've served plenty of women in the past. It'd at least let you dabble. I'd also suggest http://www.java-gaming.org/ to get you started and to get you motivated and inspired (if you do java and its companions. Good for web technologies and multiplayer servers and whatnot!) Otherwise there are plenty of other resources out there to help you.
@Chiomara, you're amazing, you know that? You handle so much burden with grace, you always try to do what's right instead of what's convenient. You deserve your new job, and don't you feel a stitch of guilt for leaving your aunt – she should be the one feeling guilt. I really hope that the job continues to be lovely to you, and that things keep getting better!
@Fingie-human and Imaginary Petal, that looks delicious. It sounds like life’s giving you some bitterness along with that feast, I hope that you can take the good little things around you as a palette-cleanser, and that the bad things start easing off of you soon.
@Victorious Parasol, I’m so absolutely thrilled that you’re getting your speech back, and so quickly! I’ve worried about you pretty much every time I’ve come to the site, and am really glad for your little updates. Thank you.
@kupo and Paradoxy,
http://www.gameinformer.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer-Components-UserFiles/00-00-32-65-22-Attached%20Files/1732.40272-_2D00_-animated-cheering-fluttershy-pinkie_5F00_pie-twilight_5F00_sparkle.gif
Sorry to all those I missed; you deserve a reply!
Update – had a good outing with Eldest Son yesterday. A local industrial arts and crafts center (the Crucible) was having a special event. He handled being out in public for hours quite well, except for all the walking. I am still in awe of his ability to speak comfortably with strangers; he doesn’t realize how much of a gift that is. Beautiful sunny day, saw lots of well-made arts and crafts, wore myself OUT.
Then went home and made loco moco and bok choy for dinner. The first item is a Hawaiian dish – white rice topped with a hamburger patty, fried egg on that, and gravy over it all.
Regarding axolotls, Mad Magazine had a series of classic poem parodies. The parody of Wordsworth’s daffodil poem replaced the flowers with axolotls. It’s worth looking up.
I recall reading that poem many years ago. I second the recommendation.
Edir:Here it is
@Dali
I lost all my friends to high school graduation. You have my sympathy and my ears
@Scildfreja
I filled myself with water til I started to feel myself. Still didn’t wanna eat… Then we got pizza. Cleared everything up right quick! Pizza da GOAT! Still a struggle to make things go down correctly, but I’ll manage. Thx for caring!
@Axe
That was the first set I lost, although thinking bavk most of them weren’t much of a loss. I can’t even remember anymore how many sets of friends I’ve lost since then, to moves, to fights, to depression, to whatever. Doesn’t make it any easier to try again there. Also I just don’t like people very much for the most part, which isn’t a help inmy social life.
@Dali
Don’t feel too self conscious about disliking most people. That just means most people haven’t earned your liking. No friends is better than bad friends, I always say! Good luck
So, I’ve been working on a side project thing, and while it’s no where near debuting yet, I still wanna share it, because it makes me super excited, and my roommates are considering helping with it.
I want to start a toy collecting and crafting channel on YouTube. It’s months (and hundred of dollars, yeep) away from ever seeing the light of day, but it’s in progress. I even have started storing up blindbags for videos and have pitched ideas for what kind of videos we could do to the roommates.
We’re thinking of doing blind bag/box videos, toy customs, and videos doing reviews of collectible toys, toy shopping websites, toy hunts (at various places we can purchase toys and thrift stores and the like) and such. I would be in charge of dolls, my dude roommate would be doing Gundam kits and such, and his girlfriend would be doing stuff like knitting and helping with the occasional video. And if Jackie wants to help with it too, he’d be more than welcome to, of course. He’s aware of this plan. : P
We would all co-operate with stuff that we share interests in too. Like if two or more of us are into a thing, we’d work on a video together.
We’re still working on stuff and making plans, and I’m hoping to work my feeble HTML and CSS skills into making a WordPress blog for the sake of keeping things tidy and for connecting with viewers.
I have also reserved the planned name on twitter, gmail YouTube, and tumblr. : 3
Also, I discovered some things about myself today: I like kimchi. And I fucking LOVE curry buns.
I also discovered some things about my roommates: They don’t like kimchi. They think it smells weird. And they don’t like fermented/pickled stuff.