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no1phD Joined Tue 01/07/14 Posts: 27442	Wed 10/08/14 04:09 PM
ask.. your fellow minglers... . a question.... nothing nasty or rude though...ok.. post often... it should be a good way ,to really get to know each other....

no1phD Joined Tue 01/07/14 Posts: 27442	Wed 10/08/14 04:10 PM
okay my first question is to..2 kids.. do you and..storm actually carpool together... like offline...?

Awatersign Joined Wed 01/22/14 Posts: 3185	Wed 10/08/14 05:50 PM
Ok,my question for anyone,who lives among bears,mountain lions,ya know,stuff ya gata be keeping your eyes open all the time for? Killer snakes whatever!

dreamerana Joined Sat 09/21/13 Posts: 21544	Wed 10/08/14 05:54 PM
my first question is for no1. what inspires you with the pics you post? I admire your knowledge of music and picture ideas

2KidsMom Joined Tue 09/30/08 Posts: 58206	Wed 10/08/14 05:56 PM Edited by 2KidsMom on Wed 10/08/14 05:56 PM
okay my first question is to..2 kids.. do you and..storm actually carpool together... like offline...? Yes She calls me almost every morning( or text..some days) On my way to work and we talk for an hour sometimes;))))

mrld_ii Joined Thu 05/15/14 Posts: 1410	Wed 10/08/14 06:01 PM
Ok,my question for anyone,who lives among bears,mountain lions,ya know,stuff ya gata be keeping your eyes open all the time for? Killer snakes whatever! I lived in the NW part of Colorado Springs for about 3 years; the base of the Rockies was our back yard. We had a mother bear with her two cubs come through our yard and right by our open garage, which my boyfriend was working in and around, and who had no idea she was there. It's a good thing he didn't surprise her; the stories around there were there's nothing WORSE than a mother bear protecting her cubs from real or perceived danger. A mountain lion cruised through our neighbor's yard right across the street. At least once a week, in the darkest hours of the night, we'd hear a group of foxes braying after a kill. I think their pack howling is the scariest and eeriest sound I've ever heard. One day, I was out sneaking a cigarette (I'd 'quit' for awhile), so I was crouched down, hiding behind our stucco wall. I looked up and about 15' away from me was a coyote, crouched down staring back at me, in an attack position. I quit smoking for good, for a little while longer. For the most part (at least where I lived), it IS true: wildlife is more afraid and leery of humans, than we need to be of wildlife.

Awatersign Joined Wed 01/22/14 Posts: 3185	Wed 10/08/14 06:27 PM Edited by Awatersign on Wed 10/08/14 06:33 PM
Ok,my question for anyone,who lives among bears,mountain lions,ya know,stuff ya gata be keeping your eyes open all the time for? Killer snakes whatever! I lived in the NW part of Colorado Springs for about 3 years; the base of the Rockies was our back yard. We had a mother bear with her two cubs come through our yard and right by our open garage, which my boyfriend was working in and around, and who had no idea she was there. It's a good thing he didn't surprise her; the stories around there were there's nothing WORSE than a mother bear protecting her cubs from real or perceived danger. A mountain lion cruised through our neighbor's yard right across the street. At least once a week, in the darkest hours of the night, we'd hear a group of foxes braying after a kill. I think their pack howling is the scariest and eeriest sound I've ever heard. One day, I was out sneaking a cigarette (I'd 'quit' for awhile), so I was crouched down, hiding behind our stucco wall. I looked up and about 15' away from me was a coyote, crouched down staring back at me, in an attack position. I quit smoking for good, for a little while longer. For the most part (at least where I lived), it IS true: wildlife is more afraid and leery of humans, than we need to be of wildlife. Lol what way to quit smoking lol ,where am from (Bahamas)we don't really have any while life danger like that,so we're pretty much fortunate,but I can't say the same about the city /state miami florida,everytime i watch seven news,either a bear,gater,or some type of Burmese python is taking a dip in somebodies pool,one time a woman meet this ,I think about 15-20" snake sitting on the toilet ,it was on wsvn news,I showed some of my lady friends it and they nearly had a fits lol ,I looove Nat GO though!!

no1phD Joined Tue 01/07/14 Posts: 27442	Wed 10/08/14 07:15 PM
my first question is for no1. what inspires you with the pics you post? I admire your knowledge of music and picture ideas ... to be honest.. I just go with however I'm feeling at that particular moment.... and I have like over 3000. photos in my photobucket...lol.. and as far as music goes... I listen to a wide variety..

no1phD Joined Tue 01/07/14 Posts: 27442	Wed 10/08/14 07:20 PM
.. okay this question is for journey.. .. when you are behind the wheel of the bus... do you ever feel like running over other cars... you know just push them out of your way..lol . yes no or maybe..

Bentkat51 Joined Tue 05/13/14 Posts: 4407	Wed 10/08/14 07:34 PM
.. okay this question is for journey.. .. when you are behind the wheel of the bus... do you ever feel like running over other cars... you know just push them out of your way..lol . yes no or maybe.. Im not Journey, but I have driven bus for almost 30 years. and YES...traffic is outrageous now. People have gotten rude and pushy and think rules don't apply anymore.

jacktrades Joined Tue 09/11/12 Posts: 4395	Wed 10/08/14 11:59 PM Edited by jacktrades on Wed 10/08/14 11:58 PM
This question is for blondey, Being in the Medical field how do you deal with the reality of death when you witness it first hand? Does it make you question your own mortality or do you consider it the circle of life? (Ok that's 2 questions but I tried to frame it as one)

Ɔʎɹɐx Joined Mon 08/19/13 Posts: 4962	Thu 10/09/14 02:40 AM
can we ask before the previous question is answered ?

Ɔʎɹɐx Joined Mon 08/19/13 Posts: 4962	Thu 10/09/14 02:56 AM
actually i had just started to eat when i typed that reply

Ɔʎɹɐx Joined Mon 08/19/13 Posts: 4962	Thu 10/09/14 02:57 AM
but it was too late

jacktrades Joined Tue 09/11/12 Posts: 4395	Thu 10/09/14 03:01 AM Edited by jacktrades on Thu 10/09/14 03:04 AM
OK sorry I asked.If anyone else is in the medical field I would like to ask them the same question the reason being was when I was in the field it bothered me so I had to get a new occupation....Just curious...

premierblue Joined Mon 01/27/14 Posts: 361	Thu 10/09/14 03:03 AM Edited by premierblue on Thu 10/09/14 03:05 AM
This question is for No1. Are you really giving away 5 troy oz. 0.999 gold bars for free as your picture says? I'll be the first in line; you can pm it to me!.

premierblue Joined Mon 01/27/14 Posts: 361	Thu 10/09/14 03:26 AM Edited by premierblue on Thu 10/09/14 03:44 AM
OK sorry I asked.If anyone else is in the medical field I would like to ask them the same question the reason being was when I was in the field it bothered me so I had to get a new occupation....Just curious... Jacktrades, I'm not a doctor of any kind (MD, PhD, or witch), but may I answer this? I have many relatives and friends (incl. my most recent girlfriend) who are doctors, and to whom I have asked the same question. Almost all of them had the same response. When they began practising. the death of a patient under their care always brought up the question, "Did the patient die bcos of insufficient medical care on my part?" But over time doctors overcome this feeling of guilt and helplessness. A patient's death is just part of the cycle of life and death! I write this after reading Blondey's response above. May be bcos nurses are 'hands on' when it comes to medical care, spending hours every day with a patient, they respond to death emotionally in a different way than doctors. Hey, Kiwi girl, I like your 'deep from the heart' reply above. May be that's the reason for all your light hearted responses in the forums!!!

SparklingCrystal 💖💎 Joined Mon 05/20/13 Posts: 33364	Thu 10/09/14 05:46 AM Edited by SparklingCrystal 💖💎 on Thu 10/09/14 05:45 AM
This question is for blondey, Being in the Medical field how do you deal with the reality of death when you witness it first hand? Does it make you question your own mortality or do you consider it the circle of life? (Ok that's 2 questions but I tried to frame it as one) hiya gorgeous man ... working in intensive care I deal with death on a day to day basis and it is definitely emotionally draining ... Part of the reason why laughter and humour is very important to me. Sometimes ... I withdraw Into to my own little world .. And it can be hard not to do that. Despite my confidence I am emotional .. Sensitive and compassionate .. Part of what makes me a good nurse. I work in a close knit unit where there is a lot of support especially when someone dies. It really is a privilege to share this time with families and their loved one. I see a lot of dysfunction.. Grief , devastation .. And shock ... All of which makes my job a challenge but one I have grown to embrace. Any death is sad and withdrawing life support is never easy. Often the most I can hope to achieve is to provide a pain free death ... One that is dignified and ensures the least amount of suffering for both the patient and families. Every death affects me but some more so than others . .. Especially the very young... And the circumstances which bring them to my care ... Abuse... Trauma.. Suicides etc. the upside is it makes me truly appreciate life ... To value each day with perspective . I truly love my job and to those who know me ... There is nothing I would not do for others . ... Including risking my own life to help:-) As for my own mortality ... I no longer fear death .. As you say ... It is very much a part of life ... To which no one is immune :-) Wonderful reply, Blondey, very open and sincere. Kudos! I can relate to what Premierblue is saying, and surely you can as well, Blondey, working in hospital. I've seen how different surgeons are whilst operating from when they're working with outpatients. Talking about BBQs whilst removing a breast and their weekend sailing trip whilst doing a hysterectomy etc. And I felt a change in me as well whilst watching them work. Once you start thinking "Oh my god, poor woman! How will this effect her love life, psyche, femininity, emotions" etc., you lose it. You gotta focus on the fact that that woman is being healed and for her being healthy means having her ... or ... or ... removed. I think indeed very different from nursing, as you bond with patients (and their families) as a nurse.

Leigh2154 Joined Sun 10/02/11 Posts: 16479	Thu 10/09/14 07:44 AM
This question is for blondey, Being in the Medical field how do you deal with the reality of death when you witness it first hand? Does it make you question your own mortality or do you consider it the circle of life? (Ok that's 2 questions but I tried to frame it as one) hiya gorgeous man ... working in intensive care I deal with death on a day to day basis and it is definitely emotionally draining ... Part of the reason why laughter and humour is very important to me. Sometimes ... I withdraw Into to my own little world .. And it can be hard not to do that. Despite my confidence I am emotional .. Sensitive and compassionate .. Part of what makes me a good nurse. I work in a close knit unit where there is a lot of support especially when someone dies. It really is a privilege to share this time with families and their loved one. I see a lot of dysfunction.. Grief , devastation .. And shock ... All of which makes my job a challenge but one I have grown to embrace. Any death is sad and withdrawing life support is never easy. Often the most I can hope to achieve is to provide a pain free death ... One that is dignified and ensures the least amount of suffering for both the patient and families. Every death affects me but some more so than others . .. Especially the very young... And the circumstances which bring them to my care ... Abuse... Trauma.. Suicides etc. the upside is it makes me truly appreciate life ... To value each day with perspective . I truly love my job and to those who know me ... There is nothing I would not do for others . ... Including risking my own life to help:-) As for my own mortality ... I no longer fear death .. As you say ... It is very much a part of life ... To which no one is immune :-) Wonderful reply, Blondey, very open and sincere. Kudos! I can relate to what Premierblue is saying, and surely you can as well, Blondey, working in hospital. I've seen how different surgeons are whilst operating from when they're working with outpatients. Talking about BBQs whilst removing a breast and their weekend sailing trip whilst doing a hysterectomy etc. And I felt a change in me as well whilst watching them work. Once you start thinking "Oh my god, poor woman! How will this effect her love life, psyche, femininity, emotions" etc., you lose it. You gotta focus on the fact that that woman is being healed and for her being healthy means having her ... or ... or ... removed. I think indeed very different from nursing, as you bond with patients (and their families) as a nurse. hiya crystal .. Surgeons and doctors often have the difficult job of telling patients /families negative outcomes and sadly when there is no more that can be done .. Never an easy job and I can relate to the second guessing that occurs.. Did they make the right call ... Did they do enough. They direct the order to stop a resuscitation and determine when to withdraw care. Nurses on the other hand are at the bedside and their presence is there 24/7. It really is a team effort and each specialty has its own experience of death. It is impossible not to be touched or affected. The sadness however is offset by the satisfaction of seeing people survive ... The courage and bravery of those we serve :-) Behind every good doctor is a better nurse...When my daughter was in ICU, I fell in love with every white angel working that unit....It takes a very, very special person to do what you do Blondey...Very special!...

funkyfranky Joined Tue 05/01/12 Posts: 5966	Thu 10/09/14 07:51 AM
I've got another question for Blondey but on a slightly different topic. If you ever come to the UK will you come to Liverpool and do me all over some hotel room? lol Well, fair question I thought