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Post by Anne, Old S'cubie Cat on Oct 25, 2010 18:51:01 GMT -5
LOL, thanks for voting, Julia! And again! I want my piece of rhino, darn it! Julia, long long long darned day What part of the rhinoceros were you expecting, exactly? And yes, I voted. Again. You're welcome.
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Post by Sara on Oct 25, 2010 18:51:37 GMT -5
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Post by Sara on Oct 25, 2010 18:52:18 GMT -5
for Shan's successful surgery! for Spring.
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Post by Karen on Oct 25, 2010 18:53:00 GMT -5
Straight from the Wichita Wesley hospital, this is your intrepid Vlad, vamp on the scene, bedside, to report in for Shan, currently waylaid in a bed. Sporting a scar worthy of Season 4 Wesley... hmmm is there coincidence there or WHAT?... she has this to say to you all: "Hi, I am fine" The voice is slightly raspy and is accompanied by a rather cute princess wave and wan smile. The charming effect of which is slightly mitigated by the beta-dyne that is slathered from her jowls to her sternum. Another ounce or so would have Rep. Minority Leader John Boehner envious. And I am here to say that she is indeed fine and should be quickly back to normal. Vlad You got to be kidding? Wichita Wesley Hospital? OMG. That is so weird!! So glad to hear Shan is ok. *big hugs to you, Shan and the kids*
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Post by Karen on Oct 25, 2010 18:54:08 GMT -5
Holy crap, those are nice!
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Post by SpringSummers on Oct 25, 2010 19:16:32 GMT -5
This is all very true, when it comes to whether I actually take a child in or not - I mean, I have to be ready, and if I'm not, I'm not. But opening an email? I have got to open the email. The fear of starting to foster before I'm ready: A rational fear, I should listen to it. The fear of opening an email? Irrational fear. I should not listen to it. All this talk reminds me of my avatar and quote . . . Demonification of Spring's email fear BUFFY: This is Gachnar?
XANDER: Big overture. Little show.
GACHNAR: I am the dark lord of nightmares! The bringer of terror! Tremble before me. Fear me!
WILLOW: He - he's so cute!ALSO: GILES: Oh, bloody hell. The inscription!
BUFFY: What's the matter?
GILES: I should have translated the Gaelic inscription under the illustration of Gachnar.
BUFFY: What's it say?
GILES: Actual size.Ah, sweetie. I can't imagine how you are feeling, but if you need a push - I can do that. Take a deep breath. A couple of them, if you need to. Have faith that whatever the email contains you will be able to handle it. If it says 'yes', you have your questions to ask. If it says 'no', know that this isn't the end of the road and there are certainly more options for you to pursue. In other words...take that leap. Have faith. Live. And we're here if you need to share. Love you! Appreciate the nudge, Karen. I am thinking I will read it right before a meeting I have to go to tomorrow morning. That way, I have no time to brood. Thanks to all for the commiseration and advice!
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Post by SpringSummers on Oct 25, 2010 19:19:44 GMT -5
Holy crap, those are nice! Well said. My fave: Just love it an extra bunch for some reason. So well captured - love the seed in the mouth, the blush color under the wing fading into the belly, etc. Gorgeous.
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Post by Julia, wrought iron-y on Oct 25, 2010 19:28:53 GMT -5
And again! I want my piece of rhino, darn it! Julia, long long long darned day What part of the rhinoceros were you expecting, exactly? And yes, I voted. Again. You're welcome. Ask MishaJulia, dangerous man, that one.
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Post by Sue on Oct 25, 2010 21:17:57 GMT -5
See post prior to post being quoted. duh. Besides, I am worried about the environmental effects of hell freezing over. Also: I looked, but I can't figure out what you are referring to when you say "see post prior to post being quoted." I am confuzzled. There is something I am not getting, I know - but after looking at all the previous posts and re-reading your post, I am still clueless as to what it is. I was attempting to imply that Monnie wouldn't thank you because you give her grief -- as in the post about abuse of power. Sorry it was unclear and un-joke-y. Especially since you are under emotional stress. Monnie's post captures my reaction so far as advice goes: there is absolutely no requirement that you open the email at any particular time. I get that the email is a stressor, but no need to add to that by worrying about your reaction to it. That said, I just send hugs and prayers and vibes and good thoughts to you -- for life in general and this situation in particular.
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Post by Sue on Oct 25, 2010 21:19:26 GMT -5
And vibes and prayers and soft petting noises to Shan as well.
The scar gets almost unnoticeable over time. When she feels comfortable sharing whatever details (what follow-up will there be) I'll be pulling for her.
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Post by SpringSummers on Oct 25, 2010 21:21:22 GMT -5
I voted again. Where can you tell how the vote is going? I didn't see where you could get a reading of the poll results.
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Post by SpringSummers on Oct 25, 2010 21:31:35 GMT -5
I looked, but I can't figure out what you are referring to when you say "see post prior to post being quoted." I am confuzzled. There is something I am not getting, I know - but after looking at all the previous posts and re-reading your post, I am still clueless as to what it is. I was attempting to imply that Monnie wouldn't thank you because you give her grief -- as in the post about abuse of power. Sorry it was unclear and un-joke-y. Oh, no - I get it now! It was just confounding me; I knew you were trying to make a funny and I wasn't getting it (whether you were a bit unclear or I was a bit obtuse, eh, who knows?). But I see now. You were suggesting that Monnie was deliberately being rude because I had pointed out her malfeasance. It sounds just like Monnie to be childish and petulant like that, so right on! Thanks for the good vibes, Sue. It helps to write about it and let people know about it and get reactions and support. I will open the email early tomorrow morning at work right before my 2 hr meeting. That will force me to read it and then run into a meeting where I can't really think too much about it consciously. This will give my subconscious brain a chance to calm down and my heart a chance to beat normally before I have a chance to really react. At least, that's the plan right now. Gosh, I am still feeling soooo scared. It is unreal. I can't remember the last time anything so small as opening an email felt so scary. Must remember: Gachnar. Gachnar. Gachnar.
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Post by Rachael on Oct 25, 2010 22:00:46 GMT -5
Spring: Also, one for Shan: For comic relief: This is a couple of weeks old; she's much more stable now.
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Post by Julia, wrought iron-y on Oct 25, 2010 22:21:18 GMT -5
Spring: Also, one for Shan: For comic relief: This is a couple of weeks old; she's much more stable now. I'm going to put a photo in the scrapbook that this reminds me of, Yukino Lily at one. Julia, she turned two a week ago.
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Post by Julia, wrought iron-y on Oct 25, 2010 23:44:20 GMT -5
My, Tricia Helfer is tall.
Also scarey, or good at pretending to be scarey.
Julia, "Lie to Me"
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