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Posted by leeran on April 11, 2003, at 12:08:09
In reply to Re: message board jags » Tabitha, posted by wendy b. on April 11, 2003, at 8:51:51
Thanks, Wendy B. for the welcome.
Yes, indeed, I am transfixed by the phenomenal insights put forth on this board, and I have never visited a better punctuated forum! I'm continually reminded of the connection between depression and creativity when I read the majority of posts.
In the last few years I've spent a lot of time (more than I would ever feel comfortable admitting) on plastic surgery boards and the vibe is much different. I'm not saying that in a judgemental way, but the obvious focus of external versus internal really does have an impact on the "tone of the thread."
Your statement:
"the realization that there are many people who suffer from the same things I do, particularly depression. And so here, I don't feel so alone"
will be the exact reason I will have to be very careful not to become obsessed with visiting/posting. I have never felt such an "ahhhh" of relief as I have reading here the last few weeks.
Depression has made me feel very isolated and it is difficult to convey these feelings to someone who has never been (or isn't) depressed. Even beyond the stigma "thing" I find it daunting to try to explain (even to a loved one) how it is that I can have everything I have ever wanted and still not feel quite right. Of course, if I didn't have this need to over-explain everything . . .
Last night I decided that my tag line should be "One Synapse Short of Bliss." This is a vast improvement over "The other shoe will drop, I just know it will." This may be the magnesium talking.
I also agree with your statement:
I know it's weird to be talking to people one doesn't really "know,"
But then again, I met my husband on the internet 5+ years ago, so baring my soul via the keyboard has gotten easier for me (too easy?). I try to stop just short of giving out my social security number and height and weight.
Have a good Friday wherever you are typing from (and a good weekend, too).
Lee
Posted by leeran on April 11, 2003, at 12:27:10
In reply to Google searching » leeran, posted by NikkiT2 on April 11, 2003, at 11:57:06
You know, I never thought about changing my favorite "user name" (which is a noncreative combination of my first/last names) for this board. Actually, I didn't really think I would post all that much beyond my initial question or two about Lexapro.
So, I had to follow your lead and do a search on "LEERAN" and I'm LMAO at what came up first in the search:
"Leerans are 'psychic frogs.' They have slimy, yellow, pebbly skin. They have two big back legs like frogs, but instead of two front legs, they have four tentacles evenly spaced around the their bodies. Leerans have big heads with no necks, and an outward curving face. Their mouths seem frozen in a wide smile. Leerans have two bright green eyes. The Leeran species lives on a water planet, called Leera, were they are the sentinent race. They are close range psychics and can therefore detect if a creature is a Yeerk in disguise, or even the identities of the Animorphs. In fact, there is a very close call with a Leeran-Controller in #15 The Escape. As you can imagine, when a few of the Animorphs do morph Leerans, they feel just a tad bit uncomfortable. (Wouldn't you?)"
LOL! I finally have a name for my pain - I am a psychic frog!
Nikki, I'm keeping this "place" to myself as well. There's no reason why I should issue an invitation for worlds to collide.
Posted by noa on April 11, 2003, at 18:45:28
In reply to Re: message board jags » Tabitha, posted by leeran on April 11, 2003, at 11:23:50
This is an interesting thought:
Perhaps there should be PBD's (please be discreet) as well as PBC's.
Well, reading this thread made me curious, so I searched my name at google. None of my posts here appear, and I went through 14 pages of sites, at least.But I have not given anyone my screen name anyway. My paranoia is about the fact that not recently, but a while back, I did tell some friends about this site (not my name, tho). So every once in a while I get paranoid and wonder if any of them would come here and read and figure out who I am.
Or that someone who came here on their own would recognize me from things I say. I have tried to avoid specific info tht would place me geographically or professionally, etc. etc. but someone with a lot of time on their hands could probably make a guess. I know the likelihood of that is slim, and slimmer still that someone who happened to come here on their own would read enough of my posts to figure out who I am etc. etc.
But each time I disclose something that in and of itself doesn't reveal my identity, but could be recognized by someone who knows events and people in my life, I get a bit paranoid.
Discretion is the key word. I mean if you think about it, I am writing my personal stuff in a published document which will go on into perpetuity and is instantly accessible by just about everyone with access to a computer. Am I being discreet enough?
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:35:49
In reply to Re: message board jags, posted by noa on April 11, 2003, at 18:45:28
Might I recommend a Groucho moustache/nose combo, trench coat and rainbow leg warmers?
:D
Posted by Tabitha on April 12, 2003, at 0:40:57
In reply to Message board discretion » noa, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:35:49
I tried that, but the rainbow leg warmers only draw more attention.
Posted by lostsailor on April 12, 2003, at 0:41:29
In reply to Message board discretion » noa, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:35:49
I think adding the woody allen style hat would help as well...I know , i know i do think he's a bit of a perv, but for other neurotics, he does give us a laugh at outselves--well , me at least...."I need a valium the size of a hokey puck"--"annie hall" or "manhatten" I forget
~tony
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:52:27
In reply to Re: Message board discretion » Kar, posted by Tabitha on April 12, 2003, at 0:40:57
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:58:40
In reply to Re: Message board discretionnoa, Kar + noa, posted by lostsailor on April 12, 2003, at 0:41:29
Oh come on, Tony...with my nose and glasses would we really need the hat? And you're right actually the pervert association- but t'would only work against us.
On the topic of valium and Woody Allen I have a (socially based of course) med question. Anyone up for it?
Karen
Posted by lostsailor on April 12, 2003, at 1:10:14
In reply to Re: Message board discretion » lostsailor, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:58:40
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 1:16:21
In reply to Re: Message board discretion--I'm game for the ??? (nm), posted by lostsailor on April 12, 2003, at 1:10:14
Hey. So here's the situation. It's past 2:00 a.m. here in the undisclosed New England state between maine and Connecticut. We can't be too careful. And of course must stick to the thread. I like continuity. Although it looks like we're changing it now, hmm?
So we just watched "The Ring" and sweet screamin' Moses, it was scary as hell. Well I thought I'd help myself through it with a diet vanilla coke and Bacardi. Now I realize I'm probably screwed because I'm still awake and don't think I'm allowed to take Prosom now(estazolam)...
My husband just said, "You don't need to sleep THAT bad!". of course he's probably already asleep...
Posted by white rabbit on April 12, 2003, at 11:00:43
In reply to Yeah someone's awake!! » lostsailor, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 1:16:21
Posted by noa on April 12, 2003, at 11:39:23
In reply to Message board discretion » noa, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 0:35:49
The rainbow leg warmers are a nice touch! :-)
Posted by judy1 on April 12, 2003, at 12:02:43
In reply to Re: message board jags, posted by noa on April 11, 2003, at 18:45:28
Hi Noa,
you got me wondering too- I did a search using my name here (with the #) and the first hits were suicide posts on this forum! But just using my name, there were over 2 million hits. at times i feel like i'm too revealing here, but i have never mentioned this site to anyone (maybe because i don't know anyone else that is as crazy as me:-). but i do think you have a legitimate concern, i just wish i had some answers. take care, judy
Posted by justyourlaugh on April 12, 2003, at 12:15:29
In reply to Re: message board jags » noa, posted by judy1 on April 12, 2003, at 12:02:43
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 12:37:39
In reply to Coke makes a diet vanilla? (nm), posted by white rabbit on April 12, 2003, at 11:00:43
I'm addicted.
Is a 6-pack a day normal?
I'm a lab rat for Nutrasweet.
Check in on me in a few years when my children have missing pinky nails and 2 belly buttons...
Posted by NikkiT2 on April 12, 2003, at 12:44:55
In reply to Oh you bet your bippy they do » white rabbit, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 12:37:39
And is there any damned sign of Cherry Pepsi over here???
And what about diet cherry coke??Looking forward to trying the vanilla one.. mmmm... do they sell it in Canada??
Nikki
Posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 14:53:36
In reply to Coke makes a diet vanilla? (nm), posted by white rabbit on April 12, 2003, at 11:00:43
Yes, but it tastes like crap :(
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 15:08:38
In reply to Re: Coke makes a diet vanilla? » white rabbit, posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 14:53:36
Posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 16:12:36
In reply to uhoh...put up your dukes, Hollygirl! (nm) » Hollygirl, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 15:08:38
Posted by Tabitha on April 12, 2003, at 16:56:02
In reply to Re: Coke makes a diet vanilla? » white rabbit, posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 14:53:36
Posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 20:38:45
In reply to Re: y'all should try Canfield's Diet Choc. Fudge (nm), posted by Tabitha on April 12, 2003, at 16:56:02
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 21:11:11
In reply to Re: y'all should try Canfield's Diet Choc. Fudge (nm), posted by Tabitha on April 12, 2003, at 16:56:02
I've tried it but realize now that I seem to have rather rigid rules about what flavor is "acceptable" in liquid form. Or should I say carbonated form. Chocolate shouldn't be carbonated. "Why's vanilla ok then, Karen?" you might counter. It's because it is part of the Coke...not standing on its own.
I'm rather partial to Diet Cherry Coke as well. not as sweet of an aftertaste. Quite the little connoisseur, eh? Obsessed, eh? Bored, eh?Trading Spaces and soda debates- ah Saturday night...
Posted by leeran on April 12, 2003, at 21:43:31
In reply to Fudge grudge » Tabitha, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 21:11:11
I don't think I'll ever get over the demise of Sunkist Diet Lemonade. It was tangy and carbonated and just the closest thing to a taste bud orgasm that I've ever found.
I even called the company (in Texas, as I recall) to find out why I could no longer find it in any grocery store. Their vapid response?
Merchandising.
Shelf space.
Lack of interest.I nearly wept. I drank this stuff like water.
I kept the number on my Rolodex for a couple years, thinking I would call them back to harrass them from time to time for taking away one of life's simple pleasures.
Occasionally, a six-pack or two would show up in weird places, like salvage grocery stores, Big Lots, places like that. I would buy every can and horde it at the back of the pantry (this was all about ten years ago).
I also love Green River. It's available at Bristol Farms out here in California for about $1.80 a bottle, but it "ain't Diet Sunkist Lemonade."
I take it quite personally when companies discontinue products that I love. Over the years I've attributed it to my weird taste that typically runs counterclockwise to the rest of the world.
Does anyone else lament the passing of a favorite product? I just looked it up on the internet once again. "Sunkist Diet Lemonade" = "Search yielded no results."
Sad.
Did I say this was a good day???
(I'm kidding, of course - it is a good day but I do miss that beverage).
Posted by Hollygirl on April 12, 2003, at 22:08:11
In reply to Fudge grudge » Tabitha, posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 21:11:11
Is it just me or are Hildy's rooms always hideous? Ooh that was almost a tongue twister...hideous Hildy
Posted by Kar on April 12, 2003, at 22:08:51
In reply to Re: Soda Sadness, posted by leeran on April 12, 2003, at 21:43:31
Hmm, never had it. maybe it was local? I don't even remember hearing about it. Happy and relieved to hear that someone is as, um, enthusiastic as I am about soda. You realize right, that it's a bit of a sickness? Why not add another to the mix. That's what I say!
I assume that you've attempted to recreate your beloved lemonade...Crystal Lite + seltzer and all that? Silly of me to ask really. Do you like Fresca?
"Taste bud orgasm"...you have a sassy use of words. But I really hope you didn't drink the stuff in *public* ala "When Harry Met Sally"!
>= "Search yielded no results."
Only time will heal your wounds...I miss Mr. Pibb. That might've been only in the Midwest though...
Yours in beverages,
Karen
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