tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post6995071296863074516..comments2023-04-13T02:27:19.699-07:00Comments on A Woman My Age: To Tattoo or not to TattooDeathstarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03925549983959400448noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-74702979440481084872008-10-02T21:05:00.000-07:002008-10-02T21:05:00.000-07:00I think the tattoo is a good idea! I have one tiny...I think the tattoo is a good idea! I have one tiny one I got in Vegas 5yrs ago.<BR/><BR/>I wish I had enough courage to try a antidepressant again. I tried years ago and I didn't like how jittery it made me. I could really use something.Natikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17052222654682853695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-38533764141508953232008-10-01T09:16:00.000-07:002008-10-01T09:16:00.000-07:00Teendoc: I am taking the XR form. I will talk to...Teendoc: <BR/><BR/>I am taking the XR form. I will talk to my doc about seeing a specialist - which will take about 6 wks to see. <BR/><BR/>OHN:<BR/><BR/>5?!!! Holy cow - that took patience - didn't you feel like a guinea pig?Deathstarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03925549983959400448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-81521151512936671682008-10-01T05:43:00.000-07:002008-10-01T05:43:00.000-07:00Was sent this forward today and normally I read an...Was sent this forward today and normally I read and delete. Thought I would share with you. I especially liked the part about what dogs teach us.<BR/>Enjoy!<BR/><BR/>Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year old).<BR/><BR/>Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolf hound <BR/><BR/>named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were <BR/><BR/>all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle. <BR/><BR/>I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do <BR/><BR/>anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog <BR/><BR/>in their home. <BR/><BR/>As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for <BR/><BR/>six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn <BR/><BR/>something from the experience. <BR/><BR/>The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him.<BR/><BR/>Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he <BR/><BR/>understood what wa s going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away. <BR/><BR/>The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. <BR/><BR/>We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that <BR/><BR/>animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped <BR/><BR/>up, 'I know why.' <BR/><BR/>Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never <BR/><BR/>heard a more comforting explanation. <BR/><BR/>He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life -- like loving <BR/><BR/>everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs <BR/><BR/>already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.' <BR/><BR/>Live simply. <BR/><BR/>Love generously. <BR/><BR/>Care deeply. <BR/><BR/>Speak kindly. <BR/><BR/>Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: <BR/><BR/>When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. <BR/><BR/>Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.<BR/><BR/>Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure Ecstasy.. <BR/><BR/>Take naps. <BR/><BR/>Stretch before rising. <BR/><BR/>Run, romp, and play daily. <BR/><BR/><BR/>Thrive on attention and let people touch you. <BR/><BR/>Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. <BR/><BR/>On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. <BR/><BR/>On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. <BR/><BR/>When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body. <BR/><BR/>Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. <BR/><BR/>Be loyal. <BR/><BR/>Never pretend to be something you're not. <BR/><BR/>If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. <BR/><BR/>When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.Guera!https://www.blogger.com/profile/12616928404421960462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-82486153997890953222008-09-30T21:57:00.000-07:002008-09-30T21:57:00.000-07:00I don't know what to say about the drugs, but I ab...I don't know what to say about the drugs, but I absolutely love what your husband did with the slideshow. That's just awesome that he'd be so thoughtful. And I say get the tattoo:-)chicklethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16090701824999372199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-4052897105141816842008-09-30T16:11:00.000-07:002008-09-30T16:11:00.000-07:00Dear Deathstar,Thank you so very much for your won...Dear Deathstar,<BR/><BR/>Thank you so very much for your wonderful comments for my husband. Your words were just amazing, and I know he will love them.<BR/><BR/>I'm so sorry to hear about the death of Sampson. I totally think a cute little tattoo, maybe a small one on your ankle. So people have to squint to see it, but you know it's there. XOXTopcathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07281866717498277448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-45336832203842571102008-09-30T13:13:00.000-07:002008-09-30T13:13:00.000-07:00Hey lady,I'm back! I'm sorry you are having issues...Hey lady,<BR/><BR/>I'm back! I'm sorry you are having issues with meds. I've been on Effexor for years, but went through a lot to get to that one. I also found that the XR (extended release) formulation has a much lower side effect profile than the regular venlafaxine.<BR/><BR/>But you see, this is why I am such a big advocate of not getting mood meds from your regular doctor. My atypical depression management took the skill of a psychopharmacologist in addition to my talk therapist. Primary care docs do not get enough training in how to manage depression with medication, so I would advise seeing a specialist.<BR/><BR/>Also it takes about 6 weeks before side effects can subside. As for the sex drive, all of the meds affect sex drive (well except Wellbutrin, but that med is crap for most people's depression/anxiety). You have to decide which is more important: libido or overall improved mood functioning. There are some recent studies showing improvement in libido with viagra in women on mood meds. But unfortunately this is a side effect that just is problematic.<BR/><BR/>If you want to talk more, you know my number. Feel better!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-26837611877611842242008-09-30T08:13:00.000-07:002008-09-30T08:13:00.000-07:00P.S. As for the tattoo -- I would totally do it.Of...P.S. As for the tattoo -- I would totally do it.<BR/><BR/>Of course I remember a conversation I had at a party in grad school when I was telling a story about how my mother's canned response to my getting a tattoo was "but what would you do at the inaugural ball" and this professor's wife who didn't like me said "why all you tell her is 'mother, don't worry - the service aprons will cover that.' " Can you believe that shit? So every time I think about getting a tattoo I remember that story.Wordgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06580973104447557466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-39605749100320466082008-09-30T08:11:00.000-07:002008-09-30T08:11:00.000-07:00Hi Deathstar,It sounds like such a lovely tribute....Hi Deathstar,<BR/><BR/>It sounds like such a lovely tribute...I can't tell you the amount of times I've thought of you all out there...they fill our lives so and they are our loves -- I understand completely.<BR/><BR/>I've just started talking to a professional again -- and while I have mostly used exercise for the low-level depression (and wouldn't hesitate to take meds if the depression came back stronger) the doctor mentioned again about how varied each person's response to each medicine is -- so if this one isn't working there are so many others. I've known some people who have tried Celexa and its worked for them -- I think its now Lexapro -- ?<BR/><BR/>I'm glad you're paying attention to your body and your symptoms -- perhaps talk to your doctor about it? I'm thinking of you.<BR/><BR/>I wish I lived closer we could meet for a glass of wine or just hang out and talk -- sometimes friendship and connection can help tremendously.<BR/><BR/>XO<BR/><BR/>PamWordgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06580973104447557466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-74492132510700327702008-09-29T19:28:00.000-07:002008-09-29T19:28:00.000-07:00my hub did a slide show with his fave pix of our p...my hub did a slide show with his fave pix of our pup too. gets me every time.lunahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15455301696832647867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5064998953162723258.post-16633063238231496842008-09-29T16:53:00.000-07:002008-09-29T16:53:00.000-07:00I had to try 5 different SSRI's before I found one...I had to try 5 different SSRI's before I found one that didn't have annoying side effects. It may take some time but if you are willing you will find the right one with the right balance. <BR/><BR/>I love the tattoo idea. I am sure wherever you get it, they could use makeup to cover it for your projects.OHNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03856294075428012923noreply@blogger.com