I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.
I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.
Good for you! I don't do that anymore. With low BP, it's easy to black out. One time my BP was at 98/60 and they still took blood. Of course I blacked out. Duh!
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I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.Good for you! I don't do that anymore. With low BP, it's easy to black out. One time my BP was at 98/60 and they still took blood. Of course I blacked out. Duh!
Oh, man.
I've donated blood since I was in college, except for a 5-year hiatus when a false positive for Hepatitis was enough to get me on the disallow list. There was only one time they thought about turning me away--I had a pulse over 100 (I guess the drive in was stressful), but they just waited for a few minutes and my pulse dropped back to normal.
Luckily, I've never had complications donating blood.
Just a quick post to inform folks I probably won't be on today- the intarwebs are down at work. I'm posting this from my netbook on the sly.
Best wishes, Paris. I'm sure it will be a relief to get it over with.
It's kind of cold this morning, I'm bundled up with my laptop, but I was too lazy to make coffee and had cold cereal instead. I hope everyone is having a good, warm morning.
+1Best wishes, Paris. I'm sure it will be a relief to get it over with.
It's kind of cold this morning, I'm bundled up with my laptop, but I was too lazy to make coffee and had cold cereal instead. I hope everyone is having a good, warm morning.
+4... wait +6... no damn it what comes after +1. :)
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+4... wait +6... no damn it what comes after +1. :)+1Best wishes, Paris. I'm sure it will be a relief to get it over with.
It's kind of cold this morning, I'm bundled up with my laptop, but I was too lazy to make coffee and had cold cereal instead. I hope everyone is having a good, warm morning.
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+3.14159......+4... wait +6... no damn it what comes after +1. :)+1Best wishes, Paris. I'm sure it will be a relief to get it over with.
It's kind of cold this morning, I'm bundled up with my laptop, but I was too lazy to make coffee and had cold cereal instead. I hope everyone is having a good, warm morning.
Um, no. Avogadro's Number comes next.
I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.Good for you! I don't do that anymore. With low BP, it's easy to black out. One time my BP was at 98/60 and they still took blood. Of course I blacked out. Duh!Oh, man.
I've donated blood since I was in college, except for a 5-year hiatus when a false positive for Hepatitis was enough to get me on the disallow list. There was only one time they thought about turning me away--I had a pulse over 100 (I guess the drive in was stressful), but they just waited for a few minutes and my pulse dropped back to normal.
Luckily, I've never had complications donating blood.
I'd probably die with a pulse rate like that. Mine's usually 52-55.
I had a 24 hour stress test 7 years ago. Sleeping in one of those hospital cubbies with a curtain as a door and having your stats checked every hour do not make for a fun nite. Nurse comes in at 4 am and is looking intently at the monitor. I woke up at the curtain rustle, expecting a ninja attack or something. She sees me watching and asks if I usually have such a low pulse rate. I confirm, but apparently the rate drops below 40 when I sleep. Kinda like hibernation, which is why it's so hard for me to wake up sometimes.
Must not have been dreaming about Jessica Alba. That's when I wake up _____. ;)
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But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!
EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
I just discovered that Orson Scott Card is writing a new fantasy series AND a book I enjoyed is part of a series...a new series to enjoy! woot!
But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!
Simple. Give me all of your money and I'll buy you something. Maybe.
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But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
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but I want it NOW!
But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
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but I want it NOW!
:)
But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.
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It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?
So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.
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And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
I should flag these for offenses against science, but heck there is already enough of that going around.
I should flag these for offenses against science, but heck there is already enough of that going around.And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
Party Pooper. ;P
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Party Pooper. ;PI should flag these for offenses against science, but heck there is already enough of that going around.And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
He's just jealous because he didn't think if it first...
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He's just jealous because he didn't think if it first...Party Pooper. ;PI should flag these for offenses against science, but heck there is already enough of that going around.And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
Yeah and.....?
I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.Good for you! I don't do that anymore. With low BP, it's easy to black out. One time my BP was at 98/60 and they still took blood. Of course I blacked out. Duh!Oh, man.
I've donated blood since I was in college, except for a 5-year hiatus when a false positive for Hepatitis was enough to get me on the disallow list. There was only one time they thought about turning me away--I had a pulse over 100 (I guess the drive in was stressful), but they just waited for a few minutes and my pulse dropped back to normal.
Luckily, I've never had complications donating blood.
I'd probably die with a pulse rate like that. Mine's usually 52-55.
I had a 24 hour stress test 7 years ago. Sleeping in one of those hospital cubbies with a curtain as a door and having your stats checked every hour do not make for a fun nite. Nurse comes in at 4 am and is looking intently at the monitor. I woke up at the curtain rustle, expecting a ninja attack or something. She sees me watching and asks if I usually have such a low pulse rate. I confirm, but apparently the rate drops below 40 when I sleep. Kinda like hibernation, which is why it's so hard for me to wake up sometimes.
Must not have been dreaming about Jessica Alba. That's when I wake up _____. ;)
Mine is usually around 60, unless I just finished a shift in hockey, then it is usually around 180.
I'm donating blood this evening. Hopefully the resulting posts won't be too woozy.Good for you! I don't do that anymore. With low BP, it's easy to black out. One time my BP was at 98/60 and they still took blood. Of course I blacked out. Duh!Oh, man.
I've donated blood since I was in college, except for a 5-year hiatus when a false positive for Hepatitis was enough to get me on the disallow list. There was only one time they thought about turning me away--I had a pulse over 100 (I guess the drive in was stressful), but they just waited for a few minutes and my pulse dropped back to normal.
Luckily, I've never had complications donating blood.
I'd probably die with a pulse rate like that. Mine's usually 52-55.
I had a 24 hour stress test 7 years ago. Sleeping in one of those hospital cubbies with a curtain as a door and having your stats checked every hour do not make for a fun nite. Nurse comes in at 4 am and is looking intently at the monitor. I woke up at the curtain rustle, expecting a ninja attack or something. She sees me watching and asks if I usually have such a low pulse rate. I confirm, but apparently the rate drops below 40 when I sleep. Kinda like hibernation, which is why it's so hard for me to wake up sometimes.
Must not have been dreaming about Jessica Alba. That's when I wake up _____. ;)
Mine is usually around 60, unless I just finished a shift in hockey, then it is usually around 180.
Party Pooper. ;PI should flag these for offenses against science, but heck there is already enough of that going around.And to the degree of how far the pain has progressed.So, I guess Time Dilation refers to how interminably long each family function seems to take?It's that blasted Theory of Relativity. The relatives are the problem.But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
Damn. I always seem to just miss my cousin.
Oh, and the less said about Pees in Cornflakes, the better.
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More good things: Apparently my APG is awaiting me at home. Yay!I've been waiting for my Anti-Personnel Gun too. I hope it shows up soon.
How about:
taig, did you get these in the mail or were you looking for a different APG?
There's also this
Now that one I like!
No, I didn't get anything in the mail, but I got a nice letter from the ATF. They want to meet me for a lunchtime interrogation. I get to pick the restaurant.
More good things: Apparently my APG is awaiting me at home. Yay!I've been waiting for my Anti-Personnel Gun too. I hope it shows up soon.
How about:
taig, did you get these in the mail or were you looking for a different APG?
There's also this
Now that one I like!
No, I didn't get anything in the mail, but I got a nice letter from the ATF. They want to meet me for a lunchtime interrogation. I get to pick the restaurant.
Don't say $hit without your lawyers!:)
But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
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but I want it NOW!
Be strong!
Helpful Info: Ginger Stollen, GOOD. Starbucks Christmas Blend 2010 Espresso Roast, much better than the regular stuff.
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Be strong!But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
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but I want it NOW!
But....is BOOKS!!!
Books I haven't yet inhaled!
Be strong!But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
...
but I want it NOW!
But....is BOOKS!!!
Books I haven't yet inhaled!
Yeah, believe me, I know. But delayed gratification is pretty awesome.
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Yeah, believe me, I know. But delayed gratification is pretty awesome.Be strong!But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
...
but I want it NOW!
But....is BOOKS!!!
Books I haven't yet inhaled!
And when you finally get the books, you can sit their holding them and calling them "My Precious".
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Yeah, believe me, I know. But delayed gratification is pretty awesome.Be strong!But I'm not allowed to buy anything for myself until after Christmas (family rule). I don't know if I can stand the suspense!EGADS! BUT...but...technically, isn't it always "before" Christmas? Damn! It's like that whole gremlins eating after midnight thing! Which midnight? What happens if they cross a time zone? Or if they're subjected to light speed?
I'm so confused...
The family rule is there is a moratorium on all non-essential purchases from Thanksgiving to Christmas to allow family members to buy presents that's aren't invalidated by impulse buying.
...
but I want it NOW!
But....is BOOKS!!!
Books I haven't yet inhaled!
Yeah, half the fun of a big purchase is the anticipation and planning. LIke a big part of the excitement in creating a character for a campaign is going over and over the character's personality, motivations and possible build directions.
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but there's something to be said for instant gratification as well. :)
I'm really excited about the series. It's a prequel and two sequels to one of those books my dad would always stop to mock me for reading. "The protagonist is a girl that fights? That's ridiculous! Girls can't fight - they exist to be the romantic interest of the protagonist or to be rescued! You should read girl stories about romance and hairstyles and babysitting! And stop stealing my Sci-Fi books I get from the library off the library shelf!"
Man, I was lucky to have a daughter who thought all my geeky stuff was cool, and even went off to find her own geeky stuff. <sniff, sniff>
Daughters take care of ya when you're old too....glad I have a couple.