What is on your mind

[TheMerryFairy]

I am hoping that a friend isn't being too hard on themselves and that they txt soon.

I am thinking that today has been a really busy day and I can't help but wonder how the rest of the night is going to go.

[wahya]

Yeah i got bummed out today because my nutritionist released me as a patient today...said i no longer needed her services. Lol

[TheMerryFairy]

Camping gear and repurposing found objects.

[Gráinne]

Trying to sort out my family snarl, I mean tree. I wish I had all kinds of time to untangle distant cousins and tantalizing names that dangle out there, like "Crosby", as in Bing, and "Mowry", as in Tia and Tamera (their father is white of English descent). I already spent a great deal of time finding out that I'm a first cousin removed a bunch with the founder of the Pillsbury Baking Company. Another ancestor owned a tavern in which some of the Salem Witch Trials took place. I love this hobby, but it sure can get complicated and woe is me if I take a wrong turn somewhere.

[DMW]

Seriously? What part of the 14th amendment don't you understand?
How do they tip toe around this? Roberts trying to rid the court of this DOMA cases existence. Scalia too.

Equal protection under the law. Federally, it's a no brainer. It is discrimination plain and simple. There is no argument.

Makes me want to have my logic ethics and philosphy classes fresh in my head.

The prop 8 hearings were messy.

[clay]

I'm starving . I wonder if those pizza sliders at pizza hut are any good ?

yes sirree, bob. They ARE. You pick any 3 toppings for each set of three...you get 9 for $10

[Duchess]

I wish more people would post in the gallery.:)

[TheMerryFairy]

I am thinking about the way things happen sometimes.

[spritzerJ]

My mom is on my mind. We've never gotten this close to the end before. She's always bounced back in a way. The bouncing not happening. I get to be there for her. It is her ending she wants to write it. :typewriter: as much as she can write it. I will help her.

[StrongButch]

A 2 hour session with my therapist today.

[clay]

7 minus 8...yes, that is the "brain fodder" of the day..:)

[Greyson]

7 minus 8...yes, that is the "brain fodder" of the day..:)



-1:glasses:

[Massive]

Knowing I've helped one person smile today. Makes life worth living.

[PinkieLee]

What's on my mind...
how nice a nap would be right about now. Unfortunately, napping on the job is probably frowned upon :)

[JAGG]

The coffee machine in Kansas City was out of order today so what is on my mind is how badly I wish I had some coffee right now. :(

[BowtiePrincess]

How the person that knows you best in life and used to share the dream that you are losing for good with you....Can say you just have to get over it! You are strong!

[Ginger]

My mother... she drives me fucking crazy.

[TheMerryFairy]

My friends, easter baskets, hair styles and what I can put on to watch so that I will still be motivated to work.

[TheMerryFairy]

Is it really necessary for me to own 5 bottle openers? I don't think so.

[girl_dee]

9 billion things

[DamonK]

Loving and being loved. Needing and being needed.
The first week of April. 8 days.

[PaPa]

My mind is filled with much more peace tonight.

It was a very difficult day and thankfully my body shutting down after the internship was a positive thing. I awoke grogged, but in a better frame of mind.

I also have decided to jump from the frying pan into the fire. The boss made life difficult today...tonight I decided to walk right into it. Upon waking, I texted and asked to go in tomorrow despite the really bad day I had today.

Today was the first time my body has shut down like that...immediately upon arriving home. I walked in, emptied my pockets, grabbed a sandwich, went to my recliner, gulped down the sandwich, didn't even finish my milk and I crashed for 3 hours!! I woke up disoriented and very groggy. Once I got up and took the dog out I felt a lot better and was able to figure out that I need to walk into the fire instead of shirking away from it.

Much of life has been quite paradoxical for me lately. I am glad the path is becoming much clearer even if it is extremely stressful.

I did talk to my supervisor today about the available position. Assistant counselor starts at $26/hr. Much better than the offer the HR Dept gave me before. After 2 years I could then get more licensures and receive much more pay as well as an increase to Counselor. It pays much better than the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position with the state, but state benefits...ahhh the choices..We will see. My path will be revealed to me...of that I am sure!

That is what is on my mind.

[Breezy]

He is. :rrose:

The kiddo is. :)

The housemates are. :)

Life is really good.

[lusciouskiwi]

I'm wondering if I'm peri-menopausal. This is the second time now I've had pms quite some time before my period started.

Now sure if I'm ready to be menopausal yet. :eatinghersheybar:

[KCBUTCH]

Where did all these flirting femmes come from, seems like they're coming from all directions, school, social sites, etc... WOW... my dirty Daddy mind is cooking up with lots of dirty things...

[DamonK]

More plans being made.
Much laughter.
Many talks.
Much love.

I absolutely CANNOT wait for next Friday.

[deb0670]

i hate nighttime.. I hate bedtime.. I hate feeling so small in a house so big.. *sighs*

[DamonK]

Intense needs

[MysticOceansFL]

Somethings stay only mind and some don't

[rustedrims]

My mind is on that dead tree in the back yard.I bought 2 new chains for me to use on my tree stuff and not on my neighbors tree stuff.Thinking I would like to put the "house work" aside for a few days and do something fun like cut down that tree.Sunshine today.

[Miss Scarlett]

Story in the local news...an 83 year old man had been missing for the last few days...they found him yesterday, he had been robbed and murdered by a man half his age who he was going to help with either the purchase or repair of a scooter...they did catch the guy and I hope they put him under the jail!

[StrongButch]

Think ill take a ride and take some pictures!

[sierragirrl]

coloring easter eggs with my mother back in the day
it was something my oldest daughter got to do with her grandmother
my youngest never got the chance to do this
my mom would of loved her
:farmeggs: i swear we had a coloring easter egg smiley

[Turtle]

This marriage mess was decided in 1967 with the Loving vs. The State of Virginia.

The decision was written in terms of a person's constitutional right to the pursuit of happiness and that includes the person's choice of the person they will marry. Period. This put an end to state by state laws on marriage.

[MissItalianDiva]

Well it is suppose to be work but it is the furthest thing from my mind...why am I even attempting to sit @ this desk

[Duchess]

One of my accounts dropped their freelance program. Thanks economy!!! Anyways, this frees up a chunk of time for me. going home to St. Augustine. Here I come BEACH and Marineland. Love swimming with the Dolphins!!!!:tanning::theisland:

[Daktari]

Step four prep.

[wahya]

How to get a circle to fit in a square shape. Lol

[TheMerryFairy]

I am loving this weather!

What is on my mind? I am smiling and thinking about how peaceful my day has been and how much it filled my heart to see kids so excited for this weekend.

I am hoping that my friends who have not been feeling well are feeling better and of course I am floating in my daydreams and ideas :)

[DamonK]

First step will be today

[Queenie]

That I should get off from the computer and go watch coronation street with the husband of mine. I do love the soaps here!

[TheMerryFairy]

This is the weirdest apple pie recipe I have tasted.

[Ginger]

What's on my mind...
how nice a nap would be right about now. Unfortunately, napping on the job is probably frowned upon :)


Get your company to buy a nap pod!

http://www.fastcoexist.com/1680864/tired-at-work-sleep-on-it-in-this-space-age-nap-pod#1

[girl_dee]

how money follows money.........

[Bèsame*]

On my mind...

How I can smell cupcakes thru the kitchen window as I continue to sit outside and enjoy the evening breeze.:)


Psst...double butterscotch cupcakes, the flavor for Saturday.

[DamonK]

Today was fantastic and amazing and full of laughter, even with the difficulties from this evening.

Absolutely fantastic.

[RNguy]

Im soooo ready to go home and end this 13 hr work night .
The Mrs. RNguy will have a nice breakfast for me when i get home so thats a bonus :)
Even if its organic vegan stuff :) its the sweet thought and act

[Leigh]

a little bit hurt and sad but that's ook i'll get over it :(

[TheMerryFairy]

How nice it feels to have friends who can help make sense of everything *S - tattoo designs included, for example.

I am thinking about everything at once - life, traveling, appointments, business details, the weekend, potential creative patterns for next week, etc. but my mind is really calm. I like this feeling.

Of course, now and then that all gets overrided and all I can think about is how delicious this food is going to taste.

[Trev]

An upcoming trip for work. The other 4 that have to go in the alternate weeks are dreading the trip. I am looking forward to going and consider this another accomplishment. Besides who doesn't love Music City?? Banker's clothes during the day, cowboy boots n Levi's at night :fastdraq:

[TheMerryFairy]

I want a movie day! I think I will run out to get some snacks and have one :)

[DamonK]

Term starts in 2 days.
She is.
Next week...hopefully....is.
Plans.

[KCBUTCH]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?

[Gráinne]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?

Is this the professor's writing, or are you reading articles of all different viewpoints? I think that's part of college; exposure to opinions you don't like or find reprehensible.

Many books have been protested or banned at some point, but are still studied even in high schools or younger.

I know it was hard to read, but perhaps that's the point-to enrage and discuss. If we read only what we agreed with, didn't make us think, and didn't rile up emotions, that's not really worth the cost of the course.

[TheMerryFairy]

On my mind...

How I can smell cupcakes thru the kitchen window as I continue to sit outside and enjoy the evening breeze.:)


Psst...double butterscotch cupcakes, the flavor for Saturday.

Those sound delicious!!!

[KCBUTCH]

Is this the professor's writing, or are you reading articles of all different viewpoints? I think that's part of college; exposure to opinions you don't like or find reprehensible.

Many books have been protested or banned at some point, but are still studied even in high schools or younger.

I know it was hard to read, but perhaps that's the point-to enrage and discuss. If we read only what we agreed with, didn't make us think, and didn't rile up emotions, that's not really worth the cost of the course.

Well I guess it bothers me because it was completely unnecessary for the point of the article. the topic is kinship and the entire article was about marrying within the family/incest, and when the comparison is made between same-sex marriage and incest with no further discussion on the former topic, I think its bordering on prejudice to include such a biases comparison.
I fully believe in freedom of speech but I also believe in my own freedom to report my feelings about it, if I choose to.
Its something I have to think very hard about I agree with you and definitely like things that open my mind and make me uncomfortable.
I am torn and angry. need to pause. thanks for your reply

[TheMerryFairy]

Butterscotch meringue pie fresh from the bakery, daydreams, childhood memories, my walk through the park and how lucky I am!

What else is on my mind? *breathes in* I am happy and on my way to living my dreams.

[kittygrrl]

i read somewhere that someone was done.......and while it fine to feel you are done (with a task or whatever)..the universe usually has other ideas..good ones hopefully:hk11:

[Ginger]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?



I'm with you, KC. It's infuriating, the excerpt you posted.

It's also an irresponsible use of logic to forward an argument.

Sometimes A=B and B=C so A=C on a certain mathematical level but it's invalid to apply that algorhythm to human situations.

Equating gay marriage to incest or bestiality just because they all have in common, having been or being illegal in one system at one time in history is irresponsible.

[SoulShineFemme]

What will life bring one year from now......

I predict cohabitation on a much more permanant basis! ;-) I think by then we will have turned this chaos into some order.

[StrongButch]

I am going to mass this morning. I hope no dirty thoughts enter my mind. (lol) I need to behave one day a year. (lol)

[~ocean]

Unity ~ ya baby ~

[jac]

What's on my mind................

Tomorrow is April Fool's Day - a prankster's/jokester's kinda day..... :riding2:

What to do what to do?? Hmmmmmm :thinking:

[loves tulips]

It's a beautiful, beautiful day here & it's got me thinking about.....

Picnic's, warm & soft sunshine, the smell of grass & blooming flowers, the birds singing distant & muted in the background, naked skin warm from the sun & making sweet love on a blanket outside, kisses that make your toes curl, contentment & satisfaction.

Yep, that's what's on my mind.

[TheMerryFairy]

How lucky I am to be surrounded by generosity and friendship. I am having a wonderful day and I hope you are all having a great Sunday as well.

[WolfyOne]

I have 4 days off work coming up
Oh how I look forward to being away from that place
I'll probably be sad when I have to return
Although, not even my boss can take the happy out of my heart, no matter what

[Bèsame*]

Listening to the rolling thunder, waiting for the storm. This is so cool. Kinda eery being here alone as the clouds roll in. Just put on a movie, Rock of Ages, will being singing along I'm sure.

Opened the jewelry hospital, going to fix the favorite pieces :)

Hmm, had pizza delivered for Easter dinner.

[girl_dee]

Places to rent in a part of town that i love tomorrow. Hopefully it will be better than the last place i looked.

[laruss]

I don't think I can catch up so I will try and move forward from here.
I missed so many of you.
Life is good.

[KCBUTCH]

Shameless Flirting, Home work, dinner, Dog, sleep, Game Of Thrones
April and the 1/2 way get together

[JustLovelyJenn]

A lot is on my mind... its weighing pretty heavy tonight....

[always2late]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?

Is this the professor's writing, or are you reading articles of all different viewpoints? I think that's part of college; exposure to opinions you don't like or find reprehensible.

Many books have been protested or banned at some point, but are still studied even in high schools or younger.

I know it was hard to read, but perhaps that's the point-to enrage and discuss. If we read only what we agreed with, didn't make us think, and didn't rile up emotions, that's not really worth the cost of the course.

While I agree that one of the purposes of higher education is exposure to opinions one might not agree with, I think the issue here is not the fact that this is a disagreeable opinion. I think it is more that this is an egregious comparison. It is, albeit in a circuitous way, linking same-sex marriage to incest. The fact that the article goes on to speak of the appropriateness of familial relationships and has NOTHING to do with same-sex marriage only highlights the point that the comparison needn't have been made at all. How is it relevant to the subject? It isn't. It is basically taking the worst of same-sex marriage opponents' talking points and misinformation and using it as a jump off point to start an article.

[KCBUTCH]

While I agree that one of the purposes of higher education is exposure to opinions one might not agree with, I think the issue here is not the fact that this is a disagreeable opinion. I think it is more that this is an egregious comparison. It is, albeit in a circuitous way, linking same-sex marriage to incest. The fact that the article goes on to speak of the appropriateness of familial relationships and has NOTHING to do with same-sex marriage only highlights the point that the comparison needn't have been made at all. How is it relevant to the subject? It isn't. It is basically taking the worst of same-sex marriage opponents' talking points and misinformation and using it as a jump off point to start an article.

This is my point exactly- I have decided to take the full article to my Intercultural communications Professor since she is an expert of language and its context and is very knowledgeable about hate speech and discriminatory inferences before I do anything else

[Ciaran]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?

While I agree that one of the purposes of higher education is exposure to opinions one might not agree with, I think the issue here is not the fact that this is a disagreeable opinion. I think it is more that this is an egregious comparison. It is, albeit in a circuitous way, linking same-sex marriage to incest. The fact that the article goes on to speak of the appropriateness of familial relationships and has NOTHING to do with same-sex marriage only highlights the point that the comparison needn't have been made at all. How is it relevant to the subject? It isn't. It is basically taking the worst of same-sex marriage opponents' talking points and misinformation and using it as a jump off point to start an article.



Any comparison between the rights and wrongs of a same-sex marriage and an incestuous one would clearly be wrong. However, and without reading the piece in its entirety, I wouldn't be at all certain that's necessarily what the author is trying to do.


Rather, could the article not simply be demonstrating that societal views to what constitutes a marriage can change significantly over short periods of time?


Whilst still not ideal, the same-sex marriage debate has made significant leaps and bounds in recent generations and there is a tidal wave in favour. In a relatively short time in history, we'll be in a position where same-sex marriage has equal legal authority to heterosexual marriage in almost all of the "western world".


However, until relatively recently, same-sex marriage would have been viewed with absolute disgust by the "moral majority" and as something as "awful" as a marriage of family members. In fact, in many instances, it would have been viewed as worse. I only knew one of my four grandparents and by all accounts, all four were fantastic and loving people. However, I do wonder what their reaction would have been if, say in 1950, they had been asked their views on gay marriage? I would be astonished if it would been anything other than "no way".


Similarly, what is right or wrong as a marriage has changed more generally. Not long ago, it would have been frowned upon for a widow to remarry as she was meant to grieve for her dead husband for the rest of her life. That's a much less commonly accepted view or practice these days.


The fact that the commonly held view of what is a justified marriage is changing reiterates that marriage, and what should be allowed to constitute a marriage, is societal. Many parts of the world have marriage customs and traditions that are, to me (and presumably most others on this site) revulsive i.e. forced marriages, often incentivised by the prize of a dowry and typically involving a young girl and a much older man. Also, not only a significant age gap, but it's not nor meant to be a marriage of equals.


And, yet, such marriages are the norm in parts of the world and in those same parts of the world, same-sex relationships can lead to imprisonment or worse.


So, based solely on that opening, I wouldn't be certain that the article is linking same-sex marriage to marriage of family members - rather, it could very well simply be demonstrating that society's views of the acceptable boundaries for marriage are prone to significant change over short periods of time and dependent on prevailing cultural norms.


In my view, it potentially lends itself to a good debate in the classroom.

[Gráinne]

Plus, an article like that would not have been out of place ca. 1967, when interracial marriage laws were struck down in the U.S. That was a huge cultural step that, like gay marriage, was tremendously controversial for over a century although it existed before the Civil War. That well may be the point, that attitudes on marriage shift rapidly.

Marriage between cousins was of course common in royalty (with unfortunate genetic problems resulting), but also happened between regular people due to proximity and small communities.

I agree that the broad theme may be the rapidly (40 years) changing mores on marriage, and not comparing gay marriage to repulsive acts.

[Kobi]

I am so livid right now due to the opening sentence in an article I am supposed to read for class

"When cousins do more than kiss"
by Anthony Layng
"NOW THAT same sex marriage increasingly is becoming acceptable in the U.S., might not incestuous marriage be next? Both have been condemned by legal sanctions and religious beliefs. However, since these are subject to change, what is to prevent first cousin marriage from gaining popularity?"

I sent a message to my professor stating it's offensive, insensitive, prejudice and verging on hate speech and I am considering reporting her to the board at my college for allowing such an article to be a required reading.

ANY THOUGHTS?


Before I feel justified in getting bent out of shape about this, it would help to know what course this is for and the rationale the prof gave for picking this particular article. Context sometimes changes initial perceptions.

[LeftWriteFemme]

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[TheMerryFairy]

Many, many things and where I stand. Meanwhile I am floating up above my path, in my thoughts and watching it all take shape.

[Semantics]

Before I feel justified in getting bent out of shape about this, it would help to know what course this is for and the rationale the prof gave for picking this particular article. Context sometimes changes initial perceptions.


Here's a link to the article:

http://www.thefreelibrary.com/When+cousins+do+more+than+kiss.-a0238095380


I personally don't find the article offensive, because it's not using incest as rationale against same-sex marriage. It's looking at the biological vs. sociological reasons against incestuous couplings. The main arguments against same sex marriages tend to be sociological (although you do get the people who throw in the idea that same sex couples can't procreate, which is used as a biological argument against it). The author is trying to take this idea and apply to incestuous marriages.

I can see why KCBUTCH found it annoying and triggering. It gets old to always see the comparison made. However, I think if it's being used in its appropriate academic context (which isn't an argument against same-sex marriage), it doesn't offend me. Although as Kobi said, the context of its use could easily change my opinion on it.

[TheMerryFairy]

Number crunching, Please let this be possible.

[nanners]

The sadness I feel....My coworker died Friday night…it was pretty much known that he was going to die for the last week, but I guess we just weren’t ready to hear it quite so quickly. I guess o one ever wants to hear that kind of news though. He had cancer, and had donated his own bone marrow for the bone marrow transplant, and his body rejected his own bone marrow. His lungs got bad and filled up with (cancer?) and they put him on a ventilator last week, and Friday the family made the decision to pull the ventilator, he died at 8:50 PM Friday night. Roger was, hands down, by far the kindest, most generous coworker I have ever had in my life. He always had a kind word or compliment for anyone and everyone, and had the most positive attitude, right up to the end. He always had to see the latest movies and would give his opinion to anyone that asked. He was also very into Super Heros, Star Trek, and a lot of Sci Fi. He never failed to make me smile. I will miss you, and your great one liner….when asked “How are you?” Roger always replied “Great, but I’ll get better!” RIP, my Super Hero Friend.

[Kobi]

Here's a link to the article:

http://www.thefreelibrary.com/When+cousins+do+more+than+kiss.-a0238095380


I personally don't find the article offensive, because it's not using incest as rationale against same-sex marriage. It's looking at the biological vs. sociological reasons against incestuous couplings. The main arguments against same sex marriages tend to be sociological (although you do get the people who throw in the idea that same sex couples can't procreate, which is used as a biological argument against it). The author is trying to take this idea and apply to incestuous marriages.

I can see why KCBUTCH found it annoying and triggering. It gets old to always see the comparison made. However, I think if it's being used in its appropriate academic context (which isn't an argument against same-sex marriage), it doesn't offend me. Although as Kobi said, the context of its use could easily change my opinion on it.


Thank you for tracking down the article. The opening sentence is misleading given the gist of the overall article.

It makes sense to use such an article in certain situations i.e. helping people to think outside of their own values, beliefs, cultures, histories, and paradigms.

Again, it would be helpful to know the type of course this was required reading for. I can easily see it as acceptable for any number of cultural appreciation, critical thinking, women's studies, sociological, and anthropological type courses.

Personally, I found the article to be quite educational, and thought provoking.

[Bard]

The many house projects we have going on right now, we are putting down a new floor in the kitchen that Desd and the goose painted so very pretty. Then I got the goose a new bed a hell of a deal and she needed a new one cause she is growing like a weed and out grew her loft bed, so before we put in the new captains bed we ripped up the carpet in her room it was icky and we had wanted to do this. BUT the hardwood benith said carpet was not in as good shape as the wood in the spare room had been several scratches and gouges so we filled and sanded the damage and then re-stained the floor it ain't perfect but it will do so now I am waiting for the room to dry so I can put cordaround in and start putting stuff back or should I work on the kitchen or the yard stuff to be done AND there also in the new couch that needs to be brought in from the garage, but the old one has to go to the basement first oh wait then we have to move the futon from the basement to the spare room. Opps all the stuff from the gooses room is in the spare room..... decisions :|

[KCBUTCH]

Before I feel justified in getting bent out of shape about this, it would help to know what course this is for and the rationale the prof gave for picking this particular article. Context sometimes changes initial perceptions.


The course is for cultural anthropology and the entirety of the article went with the chap topic of kinship lines and how they can be confused and altered with changes due to changes in marrying you cousins and/ or incest.
The opening sentence had no relevance in the chap or topic or article- is was only that discriminatory comparison of same-sex marriage to incest
I too would love to know her point of using such a statement-I believe the article could have easily been presented with a conscious mind and having deleted the first part with absolutely no harm to the article since it was never mentioned again nor had any relevance as I mentioned

[KCBUTCH]

Here's a link to the article:

http://www.thefreelibrary.com/When+cousins+do+more+than+kiss.-a0238095380


I personally don't find the article offensive, because it's not using incest as rationale against same-sex marriage. It's looking at the biological vs. sociological reasons against incestuous couplings. The main arguments against same sex marriages tend to be sociological (although you do get the people who throw in the idea that same sex couples can't procreate, which is used as a biological argument against it). The author is trying to take this idea and apply to incestuous marriages.

I can see why KCBUTCH found it annoying and triggering. It gets old to always see the comparison made. However, I think if it's being used in its appropriate academic context (which isn't an argument against same-sex marriage), it doesn't offend me. Although as Kobi said, the context of its use could easily change my opinion on it.

I just really think if the professor could have easily made the same point in a million other ways-
I am irritated but dont want to react because I am irritated. hence why I'll bring it to my other professor regarding context since that's her specialty

[JustLovelyJenn]

Concern for a friend who is going through some changes in their life...

Wishing luck to my best friends daughter who is raising money to go to state pageant...

Lesson plans with my beautiful kids...

Power point projects (see above)...

Many other things...

Most importantly... I am starting to really see who I am... and finding that I love that person... I know what I want to do in life... I am discovering the driving forces behind my happiness and I understand that no one else can provide that happiness but myself.

[TheMerryFairy]

Concern for a friend who is going through some changes in their life...

Wishing luck to my best friends daughter who is raising money to go to state pageant...

Lesson plans with my beautiful kids...

Power point projects (see above)...

Many other things...

Most importantly... I am starting to really see who I am... and finding that I love that person... I know what I want to do in life... I am discovering the driving forces behind my happiness and I understand that no one else can provide that happiness but myself.


I am happy you see it! Live life and don't accept anything less than the dreams you know you can make happen.

[TheMerryFairy]

Things aligning and my energy focusing the way I know it should.

[laruss]

Communication, how our perceptions skew our understanding. Can two people has such different perceptions as to not be able to communicate effectively? Thought provoking.

[Cid]

I have a bit of a dilemma and don't really know how to deal with this. My friend's brother and his g/f have a drinking problem, there's no doubt about that. However, the g/f seems to have her wits about her more so than my friend's brother. My friend is always talking about what's going on between them and I want to side with the g/f but I know that won't go well. On top of that, my friend is accusing the g/f of doing the exact same thing that my friend does (twisting the truth. I love her as my friend, but sometimes she see's things different than the way it really is).

I try very hard to just stay out of it and listen without comment, but sometimes it's really hard because I want her to face the fact that her brother needs help.

I don't judge either one because I don't think it's fair to do that. I haven't had to walk in their shoes, so I can I know why they are the way they are.

This is what I'm dealing with and what's on my mind at the moment.

[KCBUTCH]

I have a bit of a dilemma and don't really know how to deal with this. My friend's brother and his g/f have a drinking problem, there's no doubt about that. However, the g/f seems to have her wits about her more so than my friend's brother. My friend is always talking about what's going on between them and I want to side with the g/f but I know that won't go well. On top of that, my friend is accusing the g/f of doing the exact same thing that my friend does (twisting the truth. I love her as my friend, but sometimes she see's things different than the way it really is).

I try very hard to just stay out of it and listen without comment, but sometimes it's really hard because I want her to face the fact that her brother needs help.

I don't judge either one because I don't think it's fair to do that. I haven't had to walk in their shoes, so I can I know why they are the way they are.

This is what I'm dealing with and what's on my mind at the moment.

Sorry to hear you have to deal with that, as a sober person who is an alcoholic and also an addiction counselor- I can suggest maybe trying Alanon which is to help family and friends cope with others drinking

Unfortunately unless they're ready to stop not much you can do to convince them- its strange thing really to have the choice btwn your life falling apart and losing everything and stopping drinking.

When it comes to addiction it centers in the area of the brain that responds to survival- the brain has discovered that the same chemicals are produced when getting loaded that are produced when eating, sleeping, and having sex. so it equates chemicals like alcohol or drugs with getting its basic primal needs met

think of this when we eat a satisfying meal 100 units of dopamine are released- this tells us food fuels us productively.
an orgasm produces 200 units of dopamine
getting loaded produces over 1000 units- therefore our brain sees this as a more efficient option to meet its needs. SADLY

[TheMerryFairy]

How much is this tattoo really going to hurt?

[wahya]

I slipped today and confronted someone that threatend my daughter. In a stern but polite way. She didn't get mad but told me she had this. As a mother I know the protective nature I have with her or my loved ones will never leave me. Trying hard to let her handle it. Damn this is HARD. (She is my only child)

[MsTinkerbelly]

My right foot hurts...seriously, it does!

[Trev]

I believe my work trip has turned unto 2 weeks instead of 1. That's ok, I got this. Three hours from my family, I will be visiting them on downtime. There is always a silver lining. Now to buy gifts for the grand babies....because they never get enough you know.

[~ocean]

wayyy too much is on my mind ~

[jcisbutch]

seagulls....specifically jersey seagulls...

[KCBUTCH]

Well in regards to the article from my class the irritated me so much- well in class to night the teacher spoke of kinship dynamics and next week she'll discuss marriage variations so in the meantime- I still plan on bringing the article to my other professors for her thoughts on it
I also asked a friend of mine who is a university professor and he had mixed feelings as well

[spritzerJ]

Having a good day and enjoying my co workers and students! I was pretty wrapped up yesterday in dealing with an administrator. Friday I was wrapped up in taking care of my mom feelings. Back in balance and enjoying the days at work.

[cinnamongrrl]

My job interview today....I actually think there are squirrels IN my stomach.... :blink:

[Queenie]

Last night, my sister bought me a plane ticket to see her and my mother this summer. I sent her a note via facebook telling her how much the ticket will be and to make sure to put down my married name! So, this morning I looked to see if she did buy the ticket. She did, BUT she put down my maiden name.
Ugh! I was seeing red I was so pissed this morning. I have been married for five years!

[Talon]

Getting an answer today on the sale of one of my bikes...Lusting the new one that I want to replace it with.

[TheMerryFairy]

I am trying not to think much.

[JustLovelyJenn]

My dad is in the hospital. His back spasmed and seized last night until he couldn't breath. He has been into the VA for this twice in the last week, only not to this extent. The ER here admitted him, and found signs of pneumonia.

I am worried and on edge... but trying to hold it together for my family.

This is what is on my mind right now.

[StrongButch]

Time to get back to my photographs! Lunch is over.

[TheMerryFairy]

I keep staring at this new tattoo and all I can think is the freedom it represents and how truly I feel it!

[KCBUTCH]

Well in regards to the article from my class the irritated me so much- well in class to night the teacher spoke of kinship dynamics and next week she'll discuss marriage variations so in the meantime- I still plan on bringing the article to my other professors for her thoughts on it
I also asked a friend of mine who is a university professor and he had mixed feelings as well

Well I brought the Article to my communications professor and she agreed the opening sentence was not necessary for the point of the article but it's not so severe since in context the comparison was genuine to say sometimes once taboo things become law others may too, it was just a irritating example I AGREE ACTUALLY NOW THAT I AM CALMER

[TheMerryFairy]

Friends, I worry

[DMW]

http://medias.photodeck.com/6b42cac4-d664-11e0-9bd4-6f5f600b6459/green%20spiral%20lollipop_0674_xlarge.jpg

The value of a Green lollipop?

[jac]

Okay I romped through the threads and left funny, silly, happy posts for the most part but there is one serious thing that is rollin' around in my mind... so here goes.

One of the guys (and not really one of my faves but he is an okay guy) got upset with another guest, a female guest, and called her an unsavory name. He was immediately stopped in his tracks and redirected to take a walk and calm down. As he was walking out, and in another area away from the others, he felt the need to explain to me why he was so upset, so I listened... till he slammed her again.

I know he was upset and he has every right to be so, however, he has no right to speak that way about anyone. Although these kids show improvement with the way they act and react to situations presented to them... there is still so much more to work on. :sigh:

I really do love my job....

[TheMerryFairy]

http://medias.photodeck.com/6b42cac4-d664-11e0-9bd4-6f5f600b6459/green%20spiral%20lollipop_0674_xlarge.jpg

The value of a Green lollipop?

I want to lick it! I love suckers.

[TheMerryFairy]

I am wondering about how productive I will be at work tomorrow. I am hoping that if I take a few extra breaks I can work my entire shift.

[VintageFemme]

No whining! There's no crying in baseball.

[Ginger]

On my mind as I sit watching the news and having my coffee...

the oil spill in Mayflower, Arkansas, near Little Rock. So sorry to hear about the damage to the environment and people's homes.

[jac]

Feeling a little anxious right now...

Just got the call that I am no longer eligable for services through one of the three services that assisted me with my vision stuff while in school. I'm a success... and they want nothing more to do with me. J/k, they wished me well but they have to open the slot for someone new that is just starting on their journey to independence.

It's all good and I knew this was coming. All three services have closed my cases. It's just a little overwhelming to know my safety net of 7 years is no more.

Gonna go breathe now and appreciate that they all see me as a success story. :sigh:

[Blue_Daddy-O]

The time change is killin me this year! I'm a fall back person, not a spring forward person! Why do we even have such a thing it makes no sense anymore! Maybe back in the old old days it was useful before there was electricity! I would like a vote on it to overturn spring forward!!

[Teddybear]

Wth did the post office do with my new phone. They say it was delivered Mon oh NO it wasn't. I want, need my phone now!!!

[Gaige]

A meeting I have tonight with the new director of operations
and
how I have to be in 2 hours early because of it.

long night :sigh:

[Semantics]

After almost non-stop work in recent weeks, I now have no scheduled hours until April 15th.

I'm having a hard time getting my mind and body out of work mode.

[Daktari]

Tonight's mini share :glasses:

[cinnamongrrl]

The duplicity of human nature...and why do people accuse you of the things they are doing...? We are a strange animal.....

[WolfyOne]

One more day of work and then 4 days of freedom...yay!!!

[TheMerryFairy]

How long it will take before I feel productive again?

[Queenie]

Its like xmas eve for me tonight! Tomorrow my icky braces will be gone! And I can finally see what my new mouth really looks like. I'm so fucking happy over this! *happy dance*

[TheMerryFairy]

If I start singing disney or musical songs , will I suddenly have friendly helpers to assist me with the things I can't take care of right now while I work on other things?

*Sigh* I didn't think so either but it is a nice thought.

[TheMerryFairy]

Currently I am just daydreaming and slowly putting together business details and ideas.

[Hollylane]

A meeting I have tonight with the new director of operations
and
how I have to be in 2 hours early because of it.

long night :sigh:

I'm thinking about Gaige's meeting, wishing her luck, and hoping the night flies by for her. I can't wait to hear what happened! :stillheart:

[TheMerryFairy]

What should I watch tonight? I need something to keep me distracted so I don't injure myself trying to work.

[MsTinkerbelly]

My right foot still hurts! Time for new work shoes:blueheels::blueheels:

[sierragirrl]

this BoSox yankees game
we got this BoSox!

[Hollylane]

I'm thinking about Gaige's meeting, wishing her luck, and hoping the night flies by for her. I can't wait to hear what happened! :stillheart:

The results of her meeting, and hearing the pride in her voice. Way to go Handsome!

[DamonK]

Very very soon

[TheMerryFairy]

Let's hope my productivity issue has been resolved *S

[DMW]

The duplicity of human nature...and why do people accuse you of the things they are doing...? We are a strange animal.....

Because they are insecure or up to no good? I guess that is their conscience talking to you...
On the up swing, at least they have one.


I have been told that the green lollipop is quite valuable.
Grin

[cinnamongrrl]

my poodle apparently overdid it playing with my mother's dogs....he is very sore and limping..sigh....

[PinkieLee]

What's on my mind...

the side effects from the medication are killing me. I've gone most of my life without nightmares... and I swear I've woken up in a panic every night for the last 2 months :(

[JAGG]

What's on my mind...

the side effects from the medication are killing me. I've gone most of my life without nightmares... and I swear I've woken up in a panic every night for the last 2 months :(

Sorry you are going through this. (Hugs)

[Sparkle]

The idiocy of the person I work for at job #2.

He allows our IT consultants, who get paid a gazillion dollars,to go waayyyyy over the deadline for delivering their product.

*EYEROLL*

But when it comes time to test said product, before taking it live and sending it out to our clients for use, he wants to rush through it in less than a day and doesn't understand how incredibly important it is to go through a methodical and thorough test process to ensure our clients are charged the appropriate amount and that it functions as it should.

All this rushing through, despite the fact that we had serious issues with payments, refunds and balances on student accounts last year, despite the fact that his program ran a deficit because of his inability to communicate and his refusal to pay attention to small details like COSTS, and despite the fact that the only thing that saved his ass was my meticulous record keeping and basic accounting skills that enabled me to unravel most of the mysteries. (Me - his long term temp getting paid less than the grad students he hires to do data entry)

His motto and method are to forge forward foolhardily and deal with fuckups later ... mainly because he doesn't actually have to handle the fall out.

:| :| :|

I require some :praying:

[~ocean]

my love life ~

[TheMerryFairy]

Lots *S I just can't put it into words right now , it is all glimpses and floating around.

[Daktari]

Folks who say they're 'true' this, or 'true' that. I don't understand, is everyone else therefore not 'true' or are they only 'true' when they fit into someone else's definition of 'true'?

I have a friend who calls herself a 'true' submissive
I have another friend who calls himself a 'true' christian.
Yet another friend says that they're a 'true' addict.
I've heard 'true' butch or femme labels bandied around over the years too.

Been thinking on this one periodically for years.

[DMW]

The idiocy of the person I work for at job #2.

He allows our IT consultants, who get paid a gazillion dollars,to go waayyyyy over the deadline for delivering their product.

*EYEROLL*

But when it comes time to test said product, before taking it live and sending it out to our clients for use, he wants to rush through it in less than a day and doesn't understand how incredibly important it is to go through a methodical and thorough test process to ensure our clients are charged the appropriate amount and that it functions as it should.

All this rushing through, despite the fact that we had serious issues with payments, refunds and balances on student accounts last year, despite the fact that his program ran a deficit because of his inability to communicate and his refusal to pay attention to small details like COSTS, and despite the fact that the only thing that saved his ass was my meticulous record keeping and basic accounting skills that enabled me to unravel most of the mysteries. (Me - his long term temp getting paid less than the grad students he hires to do data entry)

His motto and method are to forge forward foolhardily and deal with fuckups later ... mainly because he doesn't actually have to handle the fall out.

:| :| :|

I require some :praying:

See that! This pisses me off! You need to be the one in charge there.
The world is mad. Shakin my head. I was thinking about a woman coworker, yesterday, that used to work for me and with me. A really reliable, smart woman. amaizing she was! and she would do something great and i would give her the kudos etc. and thank her etc. and she would say to me out loud and proud and i just loved it...( this was after she had done something wonderfully intelligent)
" balls said the queen if i had em i'd be king! "
Matter of fact I posted a Janis Joplin song thinking about her...I will go post
what she used to sing with me.
Cause she knew her worth and value. You know?
And let me add this, she didn't say that phrase cause she wanted balls and to be king
Far from it. This woman considered men the lesser ( in inteligence) of the human species.

It would be in your companies best interest to fire that dude and give you his position. Sorry for the rant but that stuff pisses me off! People should be reimbursed for their work...not their gender.

I pray that upper management wakes up and manages to implement that change for you!

[TheMerryFairy]

I am wondering how I can get to tag along with the crew from "american pickers" . That seriously looks awesome and up my alley. Unfortunately I don't have appraisal knowledge but I can apprecaite a good find! I can bargain too *S

[TheMerryFairy]

I am thinking about tea! There are so many blends to try *sigh* Even looking at tea varieties helps to keep me calm. My teapot is eager for new steeping.

[JustLovelyJenn]

A very long to do list...

Jumping over hurdles...

Uncooperative kids...

[Anomaly]

I work tonight, and what's on my mind is being single and trying to date while working at the gay bar. It's a pretty small town. There's a men's leather bar, a dance club gay bar full of straight people, and a small town gay bar place where lesbians actually go, and that's where I work. I get hit on at work all the time. I mean, the boys don't really hire lesbians, so I got hired because they thought I was a cute straight girl, I'm guessing. Haha, worked there for years and years and a lot of girls still don't know I'm gay.
I was seeing a FTM for a little while, and she told me her whole clique "knows better" than to hit on me because they all thought I was straight, and I'm like, if I'm straight, and you're a guy, why did it take you so long to hit on me?
Idk, it is kinda confusing. Because I am kinda straight for women. Mostly when I get hit on, it's straight curious girls or girly girls or that kind of undeclared midwestern kind of woman who wears her hair long in the back like she's fooling the rest of her roofing crew. It's very rarely an out lesbian with that gorgeous masculine presentation I can't get enough of.
Sometimes it feels like the butch/femme dynamic is very misunderstood in a small town. Although the lesbians I've known forever, the ones who were out before GSA's and anti-bullying legislation, those couples are very apparantly butch/femme. All the real couples, the happy couples. But every day I work I have to explain to a feminine woman that I'm gay, but that doesn't mean I want to sleep with every woman or that I don't have a style preference beyond "female."
And I get teased a lot, by the guys mostly. I mostly hang out with gay guys. And they tease me because I only date fire fighters, lumberjacks, and journeymen with tattoos and craftswomen on motorcycles and bad girl criminals who look like really rough dudes. I think it would appease their asthetics to put me next to another hot chick, maybe a blonde or an Asian, something that would look good next to an Irish redhead, and then everything would look like a party / porno, but I'm just not into it.
So the last time I went to work, a straight girl flashed me, and the time before that, an older woman with a neon yellow mullet told me she's been trying to find me (I mean, nothing else happened. She found me and then didn't ask me on a date or anything).
One time a butch fire fighter reached over me to change a keg, carried that heavy sucker out of my way, then apologized and said she was sure I could handle it. Why can't THAT happen every night?
It's a fine balance to flirt with everyone and sleep with no-one, and I'm realizing more and more that it's irresponsible and unprofessional to meet women at my job... at the only lesbian bar in town.
And that's what's on my mind.

[TheMerryFairy]

A very long to do list...

Jumping over hurdles...

Uncooperative kids...

Hang in there!

Little by little those to do lists will become accomplishments :)

[WolfyOne]

Travel plans for my 4 day weekend...can't wait to hit the open road in the morning before the birds even start singing.

[girl_dee]

hurdles, yes lots of hurdles

[TheMerryFairy]

I may need more tools.

I am also thinking that the wind is mighty bitter this evening!

[girl_dee]

Watching the old classics and realizing how completely sexist they are. Wow.

[jac]

The silence. The chill in the air.

[Trev]

Quite a few things that have happened over the last week, maybe two. Just opening my mind up for a change...

[midwest chick]

I have a job that I love, but don't have health insurance....
Things have come up where I really need to get it soon...
Now I'm trying to find openings in areas I think might be interesting,
but it's mostly for the benefits...
I applied for 2 positions last night...

[clay]

What's on my mind...

the side effects from the medication are killing me. I've gone most of my life without nightmares... and I swear I've woken up in a panic every night for the last 2 months :(

((((((((((((((hugs, sweet PinkieLee))))))))))))
Sending you white light, calming, and warmth energies....so sorry you are having to deal with this...:(

[DMW]

REMEMBER
Cell Phone Numbers Go Public this month.
REMINDER..... all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies
and you will start to receive sales calls.

.... YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS

To prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222.
It is the National DO NOT CALL list It will only take a minute of your time.. It blocks your number for five (5) years. You must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked. You cannot call from a different phone number.

TO REGISTER YOUR NUMBER:
Online: www.donotcall.gov
Phone: 1-888-382-1222
(TTY 1-866-290-4236) – the call must be made from the telephone number they wish to delete.

[TheMerryFairy]

Lots *daydreams*

[TheMerryFairy]

My path, my friends, txts, dinner parties, shopping, business ideas, details, floating and cuddles.

[TheMerryFairy]

I wish I was already on the road. My dreams are unfolding, I just have to wait for this to pass and to finish up what I need to do.

[girl_dee]

My momma. ...... Worry worry

[TheMerryFairy]

I am floating happy and free in my thoughts today.

I am thinking about my friends, my day in general, wonders about my business etc.

My own energy is vibrant but calm, I like that.

[Daktari]

The numpties who think it appropriate to arrive late and then serve each other a picnic whilst a business meeting is in progress.

[DamonK]

Yesterday is on my mind.

[BowtiePrincess]

Upcoming surgery....

The birth of my baby neice....

What will happen after my surgery.....

[TheMerryFairy]

What to do today.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Chores, chores, and more chores...

[TheMerryFairy]

I need a drink and to be able to do more right now. I wish I could do more from where I am.

[Kenna]

"Kenna's Berry Best BBQ ".... the best smoked brisket and pork BBQ east of the Blue Ridge...
and in fall.. pumpkin funnel cakes with powered sugar icing...

[TheMerryFairy]

"Kenna's Berry Best BBQ ".... the best smoked brisket and pork BBQ east of the Blue Ridge...
and in fall.. pumpkin funnel cakes with powered sugar icing...

This all sounds wonderful! Sign me up :)

[TheMerryFairy]

I should make a list of things I want to do at each stop I *plan* to visit.

[Blade]

Remembering how HOT I thought Emma Samms and Demi Moore were back in 1982. Oh my heart be still

[TheMerryFairy]

Remembering how HOT I thought Emma Samms and Demi Moore were back in 1982. Oh my heart be still

I think Demi Moore is still hot *G

[TheMerryFairy]

I am just floating in my thoughts today.

I got a lot done already now I just want to enjoy the day, peacefully if possible.

I am wondering how my friends are feeling and if I should take some time to go shopping for my easter outfit.

I'm also thinking about what to have for lunch and if I should find something to grill for later.

[Miss Scarlett]

http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/ag15/punkinsally/6449F887-2602-4D02-8170-0D4468270534-5439-000006EDFEAF2C8E_zps168e0625.jpg

:candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle: :candle:

[TheMerryFairy]

Business things - websites, logo, details and route plans. There's so much to do!


I am also thinking about a shower and what else to try to do tonight.

[TheMerryFairy]

Why do I keep singing when I know I am only going to butcher the song and drown out what I actually turned on to listen to?

[Hollylane]

I miss Chew now that he has gone back to SE Portland...:(

[TheMerryFairy]

Documenting certain travel experiences.

[kannon]

Fly fishing.

[~ocean]

~ looking forward ~ :) have u ever felt there is something, unexplainable ~ that awaits you ~ you can't shake that feeling ~ but it's there :) ~

[girl_dee]

My mom coming off her meds today

'Crossing fingers'

[Cailin]

A whooooollleee list of "Why" 's

[StrongButch]

Im not going there!

[uncommondialogue]

Wheeee got my order from EC Blend of new "juices" for my vaporizer and a new 3.5 ml clearomizer . Wanna quit smoking? Please try vaporizing!

[rustedrims]

Being disciplined for not doing my job.I wasn't doing my job because someone else wasn't doing their job preventing me from doing my job.I did not cause the problem for me not working.As usual he was going after the wrong people.Cant get it out of my mind so I need to say something to the Boss so I can forget about it.That will happen tonight.

[Kenna]

this day is dragging ....

[TheMerryFairy]

~ looking forward ~ :) have u ever felt there is something, unexplainable ~ that awaits you ~ you can't shake that feeling ~ but it's there :) ~

I certainly have *G

[TheMerryFairy]

I have a lot on my mind but it is scattered. So I will float in my daydreams while I multi task.

[TheMerryFairy]

Who took my cigarillos??? I don't smoke often - maybe once every few months if I am out with friends. I had a pack to take on the road that had been given to me and now they are gone. I sure hope it wasn't my nephew.

[Katniss]

Applying for a job in Bangkok, Thailand. Getting a phone call this morning and being offered a job in Nairobi, Kenya. :seeingstars:


Katniss~~(doubting I can convince the resident 10 year old that this is a good idea....)

[TheMerryFairy]

Applying for a job in Bangkok, Thailand. Getting a phone call this morning and being offered a job in Nairobi, Kenya. :seeingstars:


Katniss~~(doubting I can convince the resident 10 year old that this is a good idea....)

WOW! That all sounds so exciting but certainly confusing. What kind of job, Katniss?

[dixie]

That I still didn't get that one pic that meant the most.

[TheMerryFairy]

A really awesome woodworking workshop this summer. I hope it is even remotely possible to attend.

I wonder if there are others I can find, just in case.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Hmmm. Being really overwhelmed at being here at the moment.

[Talon]

100 horses....

[dixie]

I'm so tired but I don't even want to lay down. It will be too quiet, too dark.

[TheMerryFairy]

I don't know what I am thinking but I am certainly sensing a lot of projected energy - even though I can't tell what it is supposed to be.

[TheMerryFairy]

*Smiles*

People I care about, my projects, curling up with a movie/cuddles and oddly enough, shopping and barbecue picnics.

My mind is an odd place today but it is curious and filled with positive energy.

[TheMerryFairy]

A shower. I wonder if it would help me feel better?

[jac]

Being practical really isn't where it's at...

[DMW]

A friend of the family is on my mind. She was with her mother when she passed. I worry about her because it is very traumatizing. I don't like to admit that truth. However, it is a strange experience to say the least.
How our lives are so very short.

[jac]

Keeping up is a challenge for turtle energy but there's nothing I wouldn't do to make it possible... Nothing! She's worth all of this... And then some. :flowers:

What's on my mind...? She is! :heartbeat:

[Talon]

That I can feel myself
burning...
out..

[Queenie]

Tomorrow I get to see my oncologist. Always fun! Hopefully we can start getting to the root of why I am still in so much pain! I am at my wits-end over it. I am stick to death feeling like this. Hopefully she wont just give me more pain meds. I am already on enough pain meds to kill a cow!

[TheMerryFairy]

There is a lot on my mind today. I took a day off from work to hopefully sort through it all and to feel better. Right now some stuff is weighing heavy BUT I am sure some self care time will have me back to my vibrant self!

[DaddyNik12]

hmmm ... dont ask !!!

[Daktari]

Singing and putting m'self out there in the singin' thread. :|

[TheMerryFairy]

I hope I am not too late.

[Ginger]

I hate finality, the end of hope. But I love the liberating quality of finality, the beginning of who-knows-what.

[Talon]

DRUGS...in vast, copious amounts AND varieties...*I jest*


Truth be told...needing to do something that I'm afraid of...and figuring out what exactly *that* is.

[TheMerryFairy]

Right now, there is really only one thing on my mind - it is complex :)

[ruby_woo]

Work is on my mind.

We have a new senior HR manager at work, and she wants to redo the current structure of the our department.

I've been focusing on the recruiting side of HR for the past couple of years, and the good news is I am apparently so awesome at it that the CEO has noticed it, as well as the HR Director for our category at the our parent company.

The bad news is that while the rest of my department will be getting new jobs and titles soon, I may not because they're saying they can't afford to lose me as a recruiter. The CEO was horrified at the idea of me not doing recruiting. So I guess that's a compliment? But I was kind of looking forward to doing something new. So hmm.

[TheMerryFairy]

How to make a friend smile who is having a hard time right now. Maybe I could suggest a coffee milkshake - they help make me smile.

[Daktari]

A fellowship newcomer, one I just can't abide. She expressed to me that horrible attitude of all straight women need it to meet the right lesbian to 'cure' them of being straight. Which is just as unpleasant to me as a bio bloke saying all lesbians need is the right bio cock to 'cure' them. :|

Cutting my nose off to spite my face.

Not wanting to work alongside folks who bring me spiritual unrest.

Keeping my recovery foremost.

A potential women's meeting that would inevitably end up being about boyfriends/husbands and children, like the last one was apparently. :sigh:

[PinkieLee]

What's on my mind...

worry, worry and more worry. My dad is back in the hospital again. This time he decided to hide how bad his legs were (diabetic), until my brother walked in on him changing his socks. Swollen, red with infection and weeping. They admitted him and have placed him in wound care unit, where he spent 7 weeks a few years ago.

Wishing I had a magic wand to make illness & pain go away.

[StrongButch]

The amazing and beautiful things I see. How when I hear the click of my camera knowing ive captured that beauty,that image a moment frozen in time.

[DJ Bear]

she is. she is so close. I'm sending her lots of positive thoughts for an important meeting she has and hope it turns out the way she wants it to.

Then I'm thinking that in only 2 more days and I can reach out and caress her face, kiss her lips, take her in my arms. Maybe show her SF, we will see.....

[Cid]

My son is on my mind. He's so broken hearted right now. His g/f went to college in another city about 3 hours away and it's been very tough on both of them. Now she's saying that she has to break up with him because it's too much stress.
I really don't know how to help him and it's tearing me up inside. To see him in tears all the time for what seems like months is so hard. I used to give him my car so that he could see her, but it's an old car and there's a lot of kilometers on it. And his dad uses his car nearly every weekend so their time was cut down to not seeing each other very much at all.
I know this is something everyone goes thru and it's one more step in his life, but it's really hard to watch. :(

[DamonK]

I absolutely adore her.
I always have.
I always will.
I'm a lucky man... luckier than I ever thought possible.

[TheMerryFairy]

Only the best stuff *G

[dixie]

How good it feels to be *heard*.....to have an open line of communication and a good connection to be able to share openly with another person. It brought the ray of sunshine to my day, which was much needed. :)

[Gemme]

The kid who died on the 10th after playing a gym game. It was his 16th birthday.

Also, THIS (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/11/gay-man-arrested-missouri-hospital_n_3060488.html?utm_hp_ref=mostpopular) story. So sad.

Then I listened to this:

hlVBg7_08n0

[Hollylane]

Gaige's determination, drive, and commitment. I really hope that her boss truly knows how much she puts into every day, and continues to acknowledge her hard work, and giant successes...

[Breezy]

He is as usual. His extremely authentic and loving way of being is intoxicating. I am so damned blessed.

[VintageFemme]

It's too nice to be inside. I'm going for that walk now.

[TheMerryFairy]

I am happily floating in my thoughts. I am thinking a lot but nothing *really* serious. I feel great today!

Mostly I am thinking about people I love and care about and how good it felt to get outside and enjoy interaction and nature in the same day.

I love feeling my breath take in the fresh crisp air as I hike along the hills of the woods - birch & mostly bare maple trees and green grass lightly dusted with snow surround me as it flurries and a cool wind blows softly across my back.

[Daktari]

Envy
Feelings
Prayer
Fellow nutters
Doing the right thing

[TheMerryFairy]

Random thoughts and curiosities. I hope the energy stays this happy and vibrantly fun tonight.

[~ocean]

~ A huge list ~ lol :)))) ~

[Hollylane]

I have dived down the internet rabbit hole of bonsais I wish I could have....

[jac]

Round two of purging, sorting and bagging up the goods - keep, give away, trash... oh the piles are building.
:seeingstars:

[Massive]

I need to look into getting some kind of recording device so I can tape myself saying stuff so I can send it over the pond ...

[KCBUTCH]

I went to another memorial today 3rd in a month, there's another next wknd and one more in Austin for Mike.
All this loss makes me reflect on my own personal losses trying to grasp my head around all the femmes who tell me "you're amazing, wonderful, I have never felt so loved and safe and was able to be completely myself with you, you're my best friend and I love you" and then leave....
I seem to have a long history of being left. I even had someone break up with me by saying "your too nice- I don't know how to handle it"... I mean Really!!
so many of these relationships weren't working and I stayed. The question is why?
Thats what's on my mind maybe due to seeing the BIG Ex I LEFT today.
and so many old faces.

[TheUltimateButch]

Celebrating the purchase of a new practice in Maine! Going to be able to do the bi-coastal commute. Life is grand!

[bright_arrow]

I need to post Abby's loft bed and the practically new truck tires on Craigslist.. Hoping to come out at $400-ish.

Wondering if I can sell anything else :blink:

[DamonK]

Our future.
Things that need to be done.
Later....

[Blue_Daddy-O]

Everything San Francisco-ian....

[Blue_Daddy-O]

Everything San Francisco-ian....


while I'm still listening to... raUpjfiWRps

[DamonK]

Food. This burger is GOOD....
Taking a walk with my wife later.
Homework that I'm doing.
The look on her face.

[Inked_Trinity]

Her scent... lingering after she has left
Homework....grrrrr
Finals in 2 weeks!

[KCBUTCH]

Difficult decisions made. painful decisions about self-care
trying to do the right thing for myself and others
"the right thing is sometimes the hardest thing"
stepping away from distractions even really nice ones to tend to the things I keep trying to be ok with - myself and my heart
losing friends weekly to death
the losses have become too much
doing some inside work to ensure my future

[wahya]

Just trying to understand why some people just don't want to end things peacefully.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Plans for the summer and getting things going in the right direction again...

[TheMerryFairy]

I have a lot on my mind right now, aside from these delicious brownies and laundry.

Friends/the people I love, packing, business details/travel plans, daydreams, my bosses reaction tomorrow, how different my hair feels, my senses, meditation, herbal tea and how lucky I am to have had so many wonderful experiences on my path so far.

I am looking forward to many more.

[PaPa]

Tomorrow I will receive my exam results....
Praying those scores rock....

[Bèsame*]

I sure would like some ice cream. Ice cream run? Mmmmmmaybe

[Talon]

That I cannot sleep...and I really want to.

[JustLovelyJenn]

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/63557_10200494389576454_143723395_n.jpg

[TheMerryFairy]

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/63557_10200494389576454_143723395_n.jpg

I hope so, I have a feeling I know what my path is supposed to be.

[TheMerryFairy]

I just want things to go back to normal.