Open Thread - Friday, August 11, 2017

Submitted by NCTim on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 3:20am
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Life is one big road with lots of signs. So when you riding through the ruts, don't complicate your mind. Flee from hate, mischief and jealousy. Don't bury your thoughts, put your vision to reality. Wake Up and Live!
- Bob Marley -

I am off to free my mind. I am riding the 1982 BMW to a rally in the mountains of North Carolina.

The ride will give me a chance to do motorcycle zen therapy.

Being alone has been disquieting.

With their usual aplomb, the hospice sent me a flyer about dealing with anger, depression and guilt. I have been riding that roller coaster.

In the mean time, we all need to keep after it. Whatever it is.

Have a great weekend!

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Submitted by riverlover on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 5:09am
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(they offered counseling free for a year. Similar odd upwellings. Zen is good!

Bummer. Another gall bladder attack. No.more.cheese. Plus I could not find my magic anti-emetic. Usually means the night awake, but I did sleep a little and then about 4AMthis ungodly noise started up, sounded like a grinder. The dog heard it, too. I hope there is an explanation today.

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Hey! my dear friends or soon-to-be's, JtC could use the donations to keep this site functioning for those of us who can still see the life preserver or flotsam in the water.

Submitted by Raggedy Ann on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 5:59am
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You'll be on that roller coaster the first year. Second year, the zipper. Third year, bumper cars. Fourth year, tea cups. Fifth year, the Ferris wheel. Really, I'm making that up, but it will get easier to see the forest as time passes. Keep in mind, no matter how much time you have left in this life, you choose how to respond to life. It took me four years to decide to date again, but I never forget and think of him every day. I'm still healing 30 years later.

Choosing to live and embrace life will help smooth out that roller coaster. Being with people will help. You seem to be choosing wisely as you navigate through the fog. Enjoy your time away.

Have a beautiful Friday, folks! Pleasantry

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"The “jumpers” reminded us that one day we will all face only one choice and that is how we will die, not how we will live." Chris Hedges on 9/11

Submitted by orlbucfan on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 7:05am
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Speaking of Master Bob Marley, H. O. (Honorable One):

He wrote that tune when he knew cancer was killing him. A truly great visionary artist who died way, way too young! Sad You have a killer time on the NC run. Stay cool and safe!! It's just too hot to ride down here. Period! Give us the skinny next week, okay? Rec'd!!

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Inner and Outer Space: the Final Frontiers.

Submitted by eyo on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 7:09am

May the road rise up to meet you.

Say Something!
http://medicalmarijuanamagazine.com/11-year-old-medical-marijuana-patient-suing-jeff-sessions/

Alexis is “a remarkable child,” Hiller says. “When I first spoke to her, it wasn’t to say, ‘Hi. How are you?’ It was so she could interview me to make sure I was the right lawyer for her. She’s a smart kid and a brave kid who’s not afraid to tell you what she thinks.”
...
The plaintiffs in the suit include former NFL football player turned entrepreneur Marvin Washington, who can’t employ the federal Minority Business Enterprise program because of the Schedule I ranking; Sebastian Cotte, father of Jagger Cotte, a six-year-old with Leigh’s Disease; Jose Belen, a disabled combat veteran precluded from using federal medical benefits to obtain marijuana to treat his post-traumatic stress disorder; and the Cannabis Cultural Association, which represents many people of color who believe the government’s pot policies are rooted in racism.
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peace

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Submitted by dkmich on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 8:17am

If there is anyone on this planet who shouldn't feel guilty, it would be you. I wish I could have been half as loving, patient, and caring with my loved ones as you were with Sweetie. Late summer is here, you know what's next. So enjoy the ride, friends, scenery, and sunshine. Have a good time.

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"Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich."--Napoleon

Submitted by orlbucfan on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 8:32am
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Isn't he running for Senate on the Repuke side? @dkmich

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Inner and Outer Space: the Final Frontiers.

Submitted by dkmich on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 2:49pm

@orlbucfan

he is registering new voters at all of his concerts. He is doing his best to jin up Trumpers for the 2018 election. I think Stabenow is in trouble. Maybe not with Kid Rock, but if they had a real candidate, I think Stabenow would lose. After all, she was with her and ignored all of the Michigan voters who voted for Bernie. After 2018, she may literally be with her - out in the cabbage patch.

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Submitted by enhydra lutris on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 9:04am
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Heh, you're probably already gone.

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Submitted by eyo on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 10:33am

Plus Todd Biggrin Peace all over that place. North Carolina mountains gave me the ear worm that led me to it, thanks a lot. Good motorcycle tune, not as good as Funk #49 though. Cheers.

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