WVSailor

Thanks everyone!

Hmmmmm..... I'm light pink....

Well Dom, I think I'll be getting the best present for Christmas. Hopefully my Mom (age 79) will be discharged from the hospital in time for the holiday. Check out my blog for the details. Neither I, nor my father have had time for ANY Christmas shopping thus far, we've spent all of our time at the hospital. It was touch and go for a while, she spent 2 weeks in ICU and her final diagnosis is Pulmonary Fibrosis. There is NO cure and the treatments are only effective in about 25% of those diagnosed. I thank God every day that my Mom falls into that 25%. Hopefully we'll have her around for a few more holidays. She's actually coherent about 80-90% of the time now too. I haven't worked since prior to Thanksgiving, so it's definately a "hard-candy Christmas" for me. The savings is about empty and the cupboards are almost bare, so no Christmas Tree, no stockings, no presents, for me and my family. But we are the most blessed and the most lucky. Now, I just read what I wrote. I didn't mean to lay a guilt trip on anyone. That was definately not my intention. Hasn't the Season become over commercialized anyway? Happy Holidays! May your god bless you!

I didn't share this earlier... but to use a cliche.... been there, done that.... Yup, I had a heart attack about 18 months ago and I'm still kicking and giving them hell! Like previously posted, your Dad is in for some lifestyle changes... and with any change, its difficult. I couldn't have done it without the support of family and friends. I'll keep your Dad and your family in my prayers. It can be done! Weight at time of heart attack 366+ Weight now 275 (and dropping!) :2hands: I've lost the weight equivalent of a 5th grader! (I think that's about right!) Blood pressure is now being maintained with medications... but the dosage has been dropped several times due to my weight loss. Cholesterol levels are now maintained by diet and exercise. Experienced to many side effects from the meds. He can do it!

Dave, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Jim

:king: Well... that was... ummm..... royally amusing!

Working for me now too.... My thanks to whomever got it fixed!!

Here's another one (joke that is!) Why don't witches fall off of their brooms???? SUCTION!! :wacko:

Is anyone else having problems with the main page at GA? www.gayauthors.org Thanks! Jim

Green, At times such as these, words can never express my sadness. I'm sorry for your loss. Jim

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF - The Survey Name: James, Jim (to my Adoptive Father, Biological Mother, and Sisters), Uncle Jim or Jungle Jim (to most of my nieces and nephews), "Boss Man" (to my oldest nephew), Jimmy (to my Adoptive Mother), Jimmie (to my old piano teacher) Birthday: Jan 12th, 1965 Eye Color: Hazel, green, brown, gold flecks Hair Color: Dark brown Height: 6'0" Right Handed or Left Handed: Right Your Heritage: Mutt... The Shoes You Wore Today: Flip flops Your Weakness: Kids...I just can't say no. I piss my sister off cause my niece can get just about anyting out of me. Your Fears: Biggest fear is dying alone and lonely Your Perfect Pizza: White sauce, extra extra cheese and MEAT Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year: Find my soul-mate Your Most Overused Phrase On an instant messenger: LMAO Thoughts First Waking Up: Shut up Brutus! (My dog! He's my own furry alarm clock and won't stop barking until my feet are on the floor) Your Best Physical Feature: Ummm.... my eyes? Your Bedtime: When I get sleepy Pepsi or Coke: Diet Pepsi... but I prefer iced tea. Do you Smoke: Yup! Do you Swear: Like a sailor unless I'm around my Adoptive Parents or my biological Grandparents... and that's out of respect for them. Do you Sing: I TRY.... emphasis on the TRY! Do you belive in yourself: Yup. I know my limits but I'm always trying to push my own boundaries. Do you think you are Attractive: I'm not butt-ugly... but I'm not GQ material Are you a Health Freak: Nope. Do you play an Instrument: Yes. Piano (just a little) and trombone Ever been called a Tease: I won't tease unless I can please! What country would you most like to Visit: If I had to choose just one I'd say Czechloslovokia (don't think I spelled that right!) Number of CDs I own: Quite a few, but my niece keeps borrowing them... I told you I can't say no to her! Number of Piercings: Hmmmm.... ears, nipples, and I have a Prince Albert. My mom teased me and said my nipple piercing reminded her of a chest of drawers... Number of Tattoos: 1 a Black Rose with vine that looks like it's growning out of my right shoulder blade. There's drop of blood where it supposedly comes out of my skin. Saying that Bothers You: Duh! or Whatever!

I gotta ask.... what do Scotsman wear under their kilts? I'm serious!!! I've heard rumors but I just wanted verification!

I must be getting old.... what's "emo"??

I don't think it was a "stupid moment", "blond moment" maybe, but after reading all your posts slaveboy, you are definately not stupid! Just comes from being so young I think, definately not stupid.

Hmmm..... As for the age difference, it could be any number of things. I've personally never been one to beat around the bush. It's been said before in reply to your post. "Good Communication" is definately the key.