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Post by spideyman on Apr 2, 2020 20:54:31 GMT
“Few will have the greatness to bend history; but each of us can work to change a small portion of the events, and in the total of all these acts will be written the history of this generation… It is from numberless diverse acts of courage… [and] …belief that human history is shaped. Each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.”
Robert F. Kennedy, Day of Affirmation Address
University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, June 6, 1966
It was true in 1966 and it's still true in 2020. Thank you for posting that quote!
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Post by neesy on Apr 2, 2020 22:29:35 GMT
Man - I can be quite dense at times facepalm
I was wondering where the messages I was sending to a friend went - I just went to my personal messages section and clicked on the drop down box - it shows inbox and outbox
All I had to do was click on outbox and I would have found them - duh!
At least I will know what to do in the future and won't keep repeating myself
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Post by wolf on Apr 2, 2020 22:32:51 GMT
Man - I can be quite dense at times
I was wondering where the messages I was sending to a friend went - I just went to my personal messages section and clicked on the drop down box - it shows inbox and outbox
All I had to do was click on outbox and I would have found them - duh!
At least I will know what to do in the future and won't keep repeating myself
Neesy there is nothing dense about you at all, you are as sharp as a tack as always.
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Post by wolf on Apr 2, 2020 22:42:48 GMT
“Few will have the greatness to bend history; but each of us can work to change a small portion of the events, and in the total of all these acts will be written the history of this generation… It is from numberless diverse acts of courage… [and] …belief that human history is shaped. Each time a person stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.”
Robert F. Kennedy, Day of Affirmation Address
University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, June 6, 1966
It was true in 1966 and it's still true in 2020. Thank you for posting that quote! That is a great one.
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Post by neesy on Apr 4, 2020 0:15:31 GMT
Man - I can be quite dense at times
I was wondering where the messages I was sending to a friend went - I just went to my personal messages section and clicked on the drop down box - it shows inbox and outbox
All I had to do was click on outbox and I would have found them - duh!
At least I will know what to do in the future and won't keep repeating myself
Neesy there is nothing dense about you at all, you are as sharp as a tack as always. Awww - thanks Wolf
You are no slouch yourself - quite a character overall (and I mean this in a good way) c010
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Post by morgan on Apr 4, 2020 4:32:41 GMT
Sorry, but I respectfully disagree with you 100% diobolic .
I was never a fan of birds. Indoor birds in cages freak me out. (My mom had one eons ago and I think the sound of my voice killed it. A story for another day.)
A few years ago a robin built her nest on the awning of my old house in the backyard. I was so worried about those eggs, even though I didn't think about birds much at the time. (I lived with someone who would've smashed the eggs and burned the nest just to see me cry.)
I watched that nest constantly (mostly from the kitchen window) and saw the eggs hatch. Those little fuzzy heads melted my heart. I put a rug underneath the nest because I was afraid the babies would fall out.
The mama and papa robins took turns finding food for the babes and tirelessly protected them from harm. I saw many bouts where the robins put themselves in harm's way to scare off other birds that got too close. Those robins were some of the best parents I've ever seen.
There is a very pregnant mama robin who is frequenting the bushes in front of my mom's trailer. We are doing everything to keep her safe. Robins don't eat regular birdseed. They eat raisins, apples, blueberries...We're buying those things for her.
Yes, other animals are benefitting from all of this. (My mom loves to feed her outdoor critters - squirrels, birds, bunnies...) And yes, there is bird sh*t on our cars. But we think that's okay. We'll clean it off and keep praying for the critters.
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Post by neesy on Apr 5, 2020 18:36:25 GMT
Sorry, but I respectfully disagree with you 100% diobolic .
I was never a fan of birds. Indoor birds in cages freak me out. (My mom had one eons ago and I think the sound of my voice killed it. A story for another day.)
A few years ago a robin built her nest on the awning of my old house in the backyard. I was so worried about those eggs, even though I didn't think about birds much at the time. (I lived with someone who would've smashed the eggs and burned the nest just to see me cry.)
I watched that nest constantly (mostly from the kitchen window) and saw the eggs hatch. Those little fuzzy heads melted my heart. I put a rug underneath the nest because I was afraid the babies would fall out.
The mama and papa robins took turns finding food for the babes and tirelessly protected them from harm. I saw many bouts where the robins put themselves in harm's way to scare off other birds that got too close. Those robins were some of the best parents I've ever seen.
There is a very pregnant mama robin who is frequenting the bushes in front of my mom's trailer. We are doing everything to keep her safe. Robins don't eat regular birdseed. They eat raisins, apples, blueberries...We're buying those things for her.
Yes, other animals are benefitting from all of this. (My mom loves to feed her outdoor critters - squirrels, birds, bunnies...) And yes, there is bird sh*t on our cars. But we think that's okay. We'll clean it off and keep praying for the critters.
I love birds too morgan - good post
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2020 14:01:13 GMT
Sorry, but I respectfully disagree with you 100% diobolic .
I was never a fan of birds. Indoor birds in cages freak me out. (My mom had one eons ago and I think the sound of my voice killed it. A story for another day.)
A few years ago a robin built her nest on the awning of my old house in the backyard. I was so worried about those eggs, even though I didn't think about birds much at the time. (I lived with someone who would've smashed the eggs and burned the nest just to see me cry.)
I watched that nest constantly (mostly from the kitchen window) and saw the eggs hatch. Those little fuzzy heads melted my heart. I put a rug underneath the nest because I was afraid the babies would fall out.
The mama and papa robins took turns finding food for the babes and tirelessly protected them from harm. I saw many bouts where the robins put themselves in harm's way to scare off other birds that got too close. Those robins were some of the best parents I've ever seen.
There is a very pregnant mama robin who is frequenting the bushes in front of my mom's trailer. We are doing everything to keep her safe. Robins don't eat regular birdseed. They eat raisins, apples, blueberries...We're buying those things for her.
Yes, other animals are benefitting from all of this. (My mom loves to feed her outdoor critters - squirrels, birds, bunnies...) And yes, there is bird sh*t on our cars. But we think that's okay. We'll clean it off and keep praying for the critters.
It’s okay. Everyone has their own values. I remember last year when a pair of wrens killed all the bluebird hatchlings, threw them out of their nest like garbage, and overtook the bluebird box to make it their own. The bird world is no Shangri-La and is a rather cruel one if you watch on a regular basis. I feed birds about 20 pounds of birdfeed and suet every week, and am responsible for the survival of many birds that would perish in the wild naturally. They won’t miss one if it comes to that.
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Post by neesy on Apr 6, 2020 15:45:55 GMT
Sorry, but I respectfully disagree with you 100% diobolic .
I was never a fan of birds. Indoor birds in cages freak me out. (My mom had one eons ago and I think the sound of my voice killed it. A story for another day.)
A few years ago a robin built her nest on the awning of my old house in the backyard. I was so worried about those eggs, even though I didn't think about birds much at the time. (I lived with someone who would've smashed the eggs and burned the nest just to see me cry.)
I watched that nest constantly (mostly from the kitchen window) and saw the eggs hatch. Those little fuzzy heads melted my heart. I put a rug underneath the nest because I was afraid the babies would fall out.
The mama and papa robins took turns finding food for the babes and tirelessly protected them from harm. I saw many bouts where the robins put themselves in harm's way to scare off other birds that got too close. Those robins were some of the best parents I've ever seen.
There is a very pregnant mama robin who is frequenting the bushes in front of my mom's trailer. We are doing everything to keep her safe. Robins don't eat regular birdseed. They eat raisins, apples, blueberries...We're buying those things for her.
Yes, other animals are benefitting from all of this. (My mom loves to feed her outdoor critters - squirrels, birds, bunnies...) And yes, there is bird sh*t on our cars. But we think that's okay. We'll clean it off and keep praying for the critters.
It’s okay. Everyone has their own values. I remember last year when a pair of wrens killed all the bluebird hatchlings, threw them out of their nest like garbage, and overtook the bluebird box to make it their own. The bird world is no Shangri-La and is a rather cruel one if you watch on a regular basis. I feed birds about 20 pounds of birdfeed and suet every week, and am responsible for the survival of many birds that would perish in the wild naturally. They won’t miss one if it comes to that. That's a lot of bird food!
I hope you get some kind of discount for buying in bulk.
A local grey squirrel dumped out all my bird seed on the ground from the feeder; I suppose I should go fill it up again, especially since the seed on the ground is now covered with quite a bit of snow
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2020 16:52:56 GMT
I'm not sure how to put this or whether or not to even write this. But the past week I seem to be having the feeling of stress, anxiety, whatever you want to call it. A feeling of alienation. One of my daughters is working in the front lines, in an E.R. in a Vancouver hospital. Even though she is in full haz mat gear and tested every 48 hours I am worried about her. Feeling useless and guilty. Guilty that I am not allowed to do my job right now, I am considered high risk and was told to go home. I know I could make a difference, I know I could help and it's frustrating.
I'm not whining I promise all of you, it's just that I have never felt this way. And I don't know what to do about it and considering what I do for a living that statement is hilarious. Thanks for listening I think I needed to say this to people I trust. Going to scrub some floors now. Stay safe, be well and God bless.
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Post by wolf on Apr 14, 2020 19:02:35 GMT
I'm not sure how to put this or whether or not to even write this. But the past week I seem to be having the feeling of stress, anxiety, whatever you want to call it. A feeling of alienation. One of my daughters is working in the front lines, in an E.R. in a Vancouver hospital. Even though she is in full haz mat gear and tested every 48 hours I am worried about her. Feeling useless and guilty. Guilty that I am not allowed to do my job right now, I am considered high risk and was told to go home. I know I could make a difference, I know I could help and it's frustrating.
I'm not whining I promise all of you, it's just that I have never felt this way. And I don't know what to do about it and considering what I do for a living that statement is hilarious. Thanks for listening I think I needed to say this to people I trust. Going to scrub some floors now. Stay safe, be well and God bless.
Get it all out, Alexandra. We know you're not whining, I think everyone has been going through tough azzed funk's and feeling very off lately. You do your best not to feel guilty! You shouldn't at all. But I sympathize, it's very difficult feeling like you should be doing more, and can do more. Prayers for you and all your family, especially daughter on the front lines! ((((((Alexandra and family))))))
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Post by wolf on Apr 14, 2020 19:10:32 GMT
......and @alexandra? You whup those dirty floors into submission! ;D
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2020 19:23:19 GMT
I'm not sure how to put this or whether or not to even write this. But the past week I seem to be having the feeling of stress, anxiety, whatever you want to call it. A feeling of alienation. One of my daughters is working in the front lines, in an E.R. in a Vancouver hospital. Even though she is in full haz mat gear and tested every 48 hours I am worried about her. Feeling useless and guilty. Guilty that I am not allowed to do my job right now, I am considered high risk and was told to go home. I know I could make a difference, I know I could help and it's frustrating.
I'm not whining I promise all of you, it's just that I have never felt this way. And I don't know what to do about it and considering what I do for a living that statement is hilarious. Thanks for listening I think I needed to say this to people I trust. Going to scrub some floors now. Stay safe, be well and God bless.
Anyone would feel the same Alexandra, my daughter works in a supermarket/ clothing/ household store and I worry about her constantly so I can't imagine the stress you must be under worrying about your daughter, try not to worry, I'm sure she'll be ok.
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Post by wolf on Apr 14, 2020 20:32:31 GMT
I miss Max...... Matt Frewer (aka Trashcan man from The Stand miniseries and Mollock in the Watchman + more) is great.
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Post by drawntokatet on Apr 15, 2020 19:24:21 GMT
I'm not sure how to put this or whether or not to even write this. But the past week I seem to be having the feeling of stress, anxiety, whatever you want to call it. A feeling of alienation. One of my daughters is working in the front lines, in an E.R. in a Vancouver hospital. Even though she is in full haz mat gear and tested every 48 hours I am worried about her. Feeling useless and guilty. Guilty that I am not allowed to do my job right now, I am considered high risk and was told to go home. I know I could make a difference, I know I could help and it's frustrating.
I'm not whining I promise all of you, it's just that I have never felt this way. And I don't know what to do about it and considering what I do for a living that statement is hilarious. Thanks for listening I think I needed to say this to people I trust. Going to scrub some floors now. Stay safe, be well and God bless.
Your feelings are valid. I think you know that and don't need to hear it from me. You have every right to worry about your daughter. I'm sure that the stress and guilt are very heavy burdens on you. I wish you would let go of the guilt. You have done nothing wrong. If you are high risk, there is only one thing to do and that is to keep away from the hospital. Your daughter is going to work and will be smart about it. After all, she is your daughter. You brought her up right. Take heart that your words here, on this board, help people. Every day, I go through anxiety and stress as I watch what is going on in the world. I know that those feelings are irrational; but they are real. Knowing that someone else feels it does help me. You are not whining. You have a right to your feelings. Please take care of yourself.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2020 16:52:53 GMT
Man - I can be quite dense at times
I was wondering where the messages I was sending to a friend went - I just went to my personal messages section and clicked on the drop down box - it shows inbox and outbox
All I had to do was click on outbox and I would have found them - duh!
At least I will know what to do in the future and won't keep repeating myself
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Post by wolf on Apr 16, 2020 17:32:09 GMT
Man - I can be quite dense at times
I was wondering where the messages I was sending to a friend went - I just went to my personal messages section and clicked on the drop down box - it shows inbox and outbox
All I had to do was click on outbox and I would have found them - duh!
At least I will know what to do in the future and won't keep repeating myself
I hope you are feeling better today, Alexandra. ...and that your daughter is doing alright too. Chin up.
Bet your floors are sparkling clean enough to eat off! That's good therapeutic activity, I think.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2020 19:07:02 GMT
I hope you are feeling better today, Alexandra. ...and that your daughter is doing alright too. Chin up.
Bet your floors are sparkling clean enough to eat off! That's good therapeutic activity, I think. Thank you for your kindness, wolf. A little embarrassed I said it. Yup, those floors are sooo bright they are blinding
Next? The bathroom (look out I'm on a roll). Went for a long walk this morning, social distancing,etc., so far we are allowed to take walks. I hear from my daughter, and we talk about everything except the pandemic. Her voice is sad. By the middle of conversations I have her laughing. I tell her about a few of the crazy things she did as a young child. Works every time.
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Post by wolf on Apr 16, 2020 20:58:02 GMT
I hope you are feeling better today, Alexandra. ...and that your daughter is doing alright too. Chin up.
Bet your floors are sparkling clean enough to eat off! That's good therapeutic activity, I think. Thank you for your kindness, wolf. A little embarrassed I said it. Yup, those floors are sooo bright they are blinding
Next? The bathroom (look out I'm on a roll). Went for a long walk this morning, social distancing,etc., so far we are allowed to take walks. I hear from my daughter, and we talk about everything except the pandemic. Her voice is sad. By the middle of conversations I have her laughing. I tell her about a few of the crazy things she did as a young child. Works every time.
Poor girl, she's a Braveheart. Take great pride in that girl child of yours. And don't you dare be embarrassed! Like I said, "Get it all out". Listening and being here for you, and you for us, is SO much of what we are all about. You and all of yours keep that good smilin' and laughin' up. a054
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2020 10:06:39 GMT
Thank you for your kindness, wolf. A little embarrassed I said it. Yup, those floors are sooo bright they are blinding
Next? The bathroom (look out I'm on a roll). Went for a long walk this morning, social distancing,etc., so far we are allowed to take walks. I hear from my daughter, and we talk about everything except the pandemic. Her voice is sad. By the middle of conversations I have her laughing. I tell her about a few of the crazy things she did as a young child. Works every time.
Poor girl, she's a Braveheart. Take great pride in that girl child of yours. And don't you dare be embarrassed! Like I said, "Get it all out". Listening and being here for you, and you for us, is SO much of what we are all about. You and all of yours keep that good smilin' and laughin' up. a054 Well said Wolf.
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