One of the "substitute people"

Catching up

2015-05-26T02:55:53Z

In case anyone has been wondering what's been going on with me, here's the short update:

I lost my baby November 9th. She'd lived a number of years with kidney & bladder issues, but she just couldn't do it anymore. Her little 8lb body just gave out. I am totally lost without her and feel completely alone.

Two weeks after that, I slipped on black ice and have been in continuous pain since then. I was taking Mel's dad to his dentist when it happened. The dentist blew me off and it's been a battle since then to just exist. I spend most nights in an office chair, maybe getting 2-3 hours of sleep in trying to sleep for 9. I walk like I'm 90, when I can walk at all.

I am so over everything. There are no words.

blah, blah, blah

2013-11-05T06:04:49Z

What do you really say when you're not used to talking? I/m not sure I'd even recognize the sound of my own voice. I feel like I have nothing to offer anyone, so I just keep to myself. It's hard to share when you feel so bad and so inadequate.

So just a quick update:

Sux that Orlando's getting a divorce. I really just wanted him to be happy.

YAY_Boston won the series!!

I hate bullying and Incognito needs to be banned from NFL.

Lexus drivers in this town need to PARK.

TWO, yes TWO radio stations playing nothing but Christmas musiv in this town is CRAP!

Signing up for ObamaCare SUCKS. Three weeks to get registered and then more BS begins. They need to get their shit together.

I'm SICK of not even having enough money for a softdrink.

I'm SICK of being in severe pain.

And I obviously have anger issues. Naaaa... ya think?

Help

2013-06-07T06:16:11Z

Can anyone give me a referral to: ihearttvshows, iheartcinema, and iheartsound

I hadn't posted in a long time and was a victim of purge. :( I'd be forever grateful if someone could help me out.

And if anyone knows of any music sharing journals that actually offer up music on a regular basis. THe three I'm a member of don't really seem to have anything to offer any more.

Thanks in advance!

They're forcing my hand

2013-04-25T21:46:50Z

You know I'm tired of being forced into doing something I'd rather not. Currently, it's LJ making me post.

I have nothing to say that anyone gives a rats ass about. I'm sick all the time. I can't sleep. I'm in constant pain. I'm tire, cranky and lonely. No one talks to me or cares. I get it. I'm not around, I have no money, and would rather just crawl in a hole and forget it all. Even sis isn't around. I get it.

It's my fault. I don't deny it. But I figure everyone was sick of listening to me because nothing changes. Well, I guess I should say, doesn't get better. Ever. Only worse. It is what it is. Why should anyone else have to listen.

But now LJ is making me post. Even though this is a permanent account. I'm SICK of being made to do crap I shouldn't have to.

Help

2013-03-14T03:40:20Z

Granted, I don't get around much, but I've been a member or three communities for YEARS, and now suddenly I'm not. I supposed they removed me because I've not been around, but I want back in! Can anyone help me? Their e-mail does not work, I get an "invalid" page. Would someone please help me get back in?

The communities are:
iheartcinema
iheartsound
ihearttvshows

Thank you all so much!

VO Love 4-EVAH!

2011-04-28T22:36:17Z

The ViggOrli Meme ( as seen in Zee's lj)

Whatever happened to the good old days? V/O were *everywhere*! Now it's so few times I see them, it's almost finding the toy surprise!

The love is still there, right?

And here's a little tidbit to get the excitement up...

OMFG! Who do you have to kill or blow to dl a torrent these days??!!!!

2011-04-27T04:39:28Z

All my favorite places are gone or are USENET. GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR.

Can anyone give me good reputable torrent dl sites? The more the merrier!

Blah

2011-01-26T17:52:32Z

I'm so sick of snow.

Leverage

2010-07-28T04:09:50Z

I need some help. I offered up some icons for the auction for sis, and one of the winners has asked for "Leverage" icons. I've only seen one episode and 1/2 of another and aren't really familiar with the show, much less where to find pictures. So can any of you spam me with pics or send me toward some good ones. maybe give me a little insight into the characters? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

LEVERAGE SPAM AWAY!

music

2010-06-09T04:47:45Z

Dies anyone know of any music sharing communities, besides volution, lj mixtape and music2share? I'm feeling the need for some tunes, but after looking around, I find most music communities are either dead or only deal in the obscure. Any suggestions? Please? Thanks!

And don;'t forget about the upcoming auction! Thanks flist!

Just hoping a few of you might be able to help....

2010-06-08T00:26:25Z

I dunno if you all are aware of my sis, maubast or her situation, but here's a quick breakdown. She has lupus, has had for about 15 years and is unable to work. She has two kids and her mom has her own set of health issues as well. Well, unexpectedly, her father died, their sole means of any income. She's had to sell their only mode of transportation, is still unable to work and it's up to her to take care of her mom and her kids, (her dog too) and she's in the worst possible position you can imagine. She still hasn't paid for her father's cremation (they couldn't afford a funeral) and still has to find a way to survive. She was great when I lost my folks and I want to try and help in any way I can too. So if there's anything at all anyone can do to help here, please read on.

In response to my asking for any help folks might give to Bast's family after the sudden loss of her father, a number of very generous folks have offered fannish goods and gift certificates and it was suggested an auction might be a good idea to help benefit her and her family.

So, I will be doing an online auction starting on June 18th also to benefit Bast and her family and would like to solicit anything that anyone would like to donate (be it tangible goods or icons for livejournal, fanfiction, custom wallpapers, you name it) for that event. I can be contacted at joyceh@lionheartdistribution.com if you'd like to donate or would like the URL for the auction.

Many many Thanks to the generous folks who sent aid, be it tangible or kind comforting thoughts and emails. It was, and is, VERY much appreciated. Bast and her family are still struggling, but she would like everyone to know she appreciates very much those people who have been so kind to her during this awful time.

Questions or comments may be directed to me at joyceh@lionheartdistribution.com

Thank you,
Joyce

(Permission granted to forward to any appropriate journals or lists/persons - thank you for passing the word)

I can't believe I'm asking this, but....

2010-04-01T03:00:21Z

Does anyone have the Ricky Martin cd "Life"? I'm looking for a copy for a friend. Especially the song "I Won't Desert You". Can anyone help? Muchly appreciated! *hugs flist*

Help!

2009-07-05T04:33:40Z

Does anyone have Chris Tomlin's "Amazing Grace/My Chains Are Gone"? I lost it in the second hd crash and the one I just had a few days ago, didn't help.

I need it for the funeral. I need it by Monday.

Thanks.

The latest

2009-07-03T23:13:09Z

Dad passed away this afternoon at 2:45.

Fic help

2009-06-04T06:18:35Z

The worst thing about my HD loss is the loss of all my V/O and J/W (Potc) from the past year.

Can anyone zip their saved fics and send to me? I'd really appreciate it so very much. It's what's keeping me sane while sitting in the hospital w/dad.

Please?

And if anyone can--textures too?

I really love you guys. *group hugs flist*

BREAST CANCER-Your help is needed

2009-05-20T15:59:07Z

This was sent to me by a friend who lost his mother to breast cancer. Not only did it change and ultimately claim her life, it also tore his life and that of his little sisters to bits and left his roommates in a bind when he had to move out and go back home to provide sibling care.

Breast Cancer not only affects one woman, but all of those around her and those who care about her. Yes, we've made advances, but there's still so much left to do.

So what better to get the word out than here on LJ? It'll just take a few moments and millions may benefit from your time.

Subject: Proposed Mastectomy Law Change

I'll never forget the look in my patients eyes when I had to tell them they had to go home with the drains, new exercises and no breast. I remember begging the doctors to keep these women in the hospital longer, only to hear that they would, but their hands were tied by the insurance companies.

So there I sat with my patients giving them the instructions they needed to take care of themselves, knowing full well they didn't grasp half of what I was saying, because the glazed, hopeless, frightened look spoke louder than the quiet 'Thank you' they muttered.

A mastectomy is when a woman's breast is removed in order to remove cancerous breast cells/tissue. If you know anyone who has had a mastectomy, you may know that there is a lot of discomfort and pain afterwards. Insurance companies are trying to make mastectomies an outpatient procedure. Let's give women the chance to recover properly in the hospital for 2 days after surgery.

This Mastectomy Bill is in Congress now. It takes 2 seconds to do this and is very important. Please take the time and do it really quick! The Breast Cancer Hospitalization Bill is important legislation for all women.

Please send this to everyone in your address book. If there was ever a time when our voices and choices should be heard, this is one of those times. If you're receiving this, it's because I think you will take the 30 seconds to go to vote on this issue and send it on to others you know who will do the same.

There's a bill called the Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act which will require insurance companies to cover a minimum 48-hour hospital stay for patients undergoing a mastectomy. It's about eliminating the 'drive-through mastectomy' where women are forced to go home just a few hours after surgery, against the wishes of their doctor, still groggy from anesthesia and sometimes with drainage tubes still attached.

Lifetime Television has put this bill on their web page with a petition drive to show your support. Last year overhalf the House signed on. PLEASE! Sign the petition by clicking on the web site below. You need not give more than your name and zip code number.

http://www.mylifetime.com/community/my-lifetime-commitment/breast-cancer

On the right you will see PETITION -- Just click on that box

This takes about 2 seconds. PLEASE PASS THIS ON to your friends or re-post in your journal.

Curious...

2009-05-16T08:23:45Z

I was wondering if anyone out there is into Webkinz? Or have any codes they're not using? I'm completely addicted to them and would love to add more.

In case anyone wonders what I'm talking about:

Webkinz pets are lovable plush pets that each come with a unique Secret Code that lets you enter Webkinz World and play with a virtual version of your pet. From room decorating to exercising and caring for a pet, they're great fun. Many games are available for playing too, and some are even challenging for adults.

http://www.webkinz.com

Roommie got me this little guy and I named him "Bamboo", or "Boo" for short. She has one named "Zen" and her mom even wanted one and named it "Oreo". ;) They really have the sweetest faces! The eyes can make you melt!

All these little guys come with tags with secret codes, and some pets come with two! So if anyone has any of these stuffed guys and codes they're not using, I'd love to have them. I'm thoroughly and completely addicted. LOL

Also, keep these in mind for any little ones for birthdays or holidays. It's a "safe" site and all conversations have pre-defined parameters, so no child-predators! And they're pretty reasonable on the stuffed toy price.

Stuffed pets and unused codes would be greatly appreciated! And if anyone else thinks the idea of these guys is fun, some of the Lil' Kinz are even available at Walgreens for anywhere from $2.99 to $6.99. They're great gift ideas and are really cute.

So.... got any codes? Never hurts to ask... *hugs*

Dreamwidth

2009-05-16T07:40:59Z

Thanks to nikitas_lair I now have a Dreamwidth account and of course, I'm still Araestel. :)

http://araestel.dreamwidth.org/profile

Stop by and add me or let me know your user name there and I'll add you. I;m not planning to go anywhere, but since my other two journal backups seem to have gone by the wayside, this one sounded great.

Thanks for the invite! Hope to see you all there.

Dreamwidth invite

2009-05-05T01:53:34Z

How do you get one? I want one.

I can't believe I'm asking this but...

2009-03-07T22:29:46Z

...I need some SPN assistance. Even though I've watched the show from day one and love it, have seasons 1, 2, & 3 on dvd, I've never gotten into the "fandom". *sigh* And now I have a burning desire to see this current season again. Now. So are there any communities out there where I could download the eps? Bitorrent will take forever and I'm not known for my patience. LOL

And part II of this request is I'd like some fic recs. Gen and Slash both.

I'm not sure I can get into Wincest, but I'm willing to give it a try. I just want good stories, h/c is my favorite and NO ficlets or drabbles, I want BIG stories. Something I can sink my teeth into. I want some serious k's in the size. I just can't find anything good about those tiny little things that do nothing but annoy me. Oh--and I prefer finished stores, not WIP's.

Can anyone help?

BTW, I've seen some pics of Jared where it looks like he has eye makeup on. Can any one point me to those?

Dog and cat owners, PLEASE READ

2009-02-17T22:06:41Z

VERY IMPORTANT!! ALERT!!

Even if you don't have a pet, please pass this to those who do. (copied from a friend)

Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk. Half way through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly.

Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further investigation on the company's website, this product is HIGHLY toxic to dogs and cats. Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that 'It is true that studies have shown that 50% of the dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it.' The Snopes site gives the following information: http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/cocoamulch.asp Cocoa Mulch , which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores , contains a lethal ingredient called ' Theobromine'. It is lethal to dogs and cats.

It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Theobromine is in all chocolate, especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of the eobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.

I just saw this product being used n HGTV or DIY just this past weekend! The host commented on how good it smelled and even tried munching it. I was concerned then, but even more so now.

Just thought you guys might like to know.

Goodbyes are never easy

2008-12-18T05:30:29Z

So Brady took a turn for the worst and we had to put him down tonight.

I'd like to think he's with his favorite chew toy, Barnabas, my cat.

Lord Brady's Nightshadow, age 15.

Quick update

2008-12-11T08:37:04Z

First, thanks so much to grey853 for the lovely gifts of Will Turner! Brady has a night light! And those adorable puppies!! I really needed a mouse pad too! *hugs* It was so sweet of you to think of me!

Secondly, thanks so much sis (maubst)!! You gave me the WEATHER CHANNEL!!! And the Tsars! And Trivia! AND... Will Turner! You so totally rock! I hope to have some time soon to read.

And cyclonicblast, I'm not ignoring you. I swear! As you'll read, I've been a smidge busy. *hugs*

And to you, peppervl, I'm so sorry for your loss and streak of bad luck. It's so damn hard on a normal basis to keep your head above water, much less at Christmas. *hugs* The printer is still yours if you want.

Lastly, times aren't good...

Sunday night, Brady started trowing up. Lots Something like 9 times. Then again Monday and Tuesday. He wouldn't eat nor drink And if he did try to eat, it just came back up. So we trot him off to the vet yesterday and he gets fluids, an anti-nausea injection as well as a B-12 injection to give him some energy. Today, he still won't drink, though we have gotten a couple of teaspoons of yogurt and a little of Aeryn's moist food. wav isn't feeling real positive and I'm not as optimistic as I once was. He's gassy, but no gifts. He is still urinating, but since he's not taking much nourishment, I'm double concerned that this is a signal of something more final. I told wav a couple of months ago that I doubted we'd have him next year at Christmas, but I certainly didn't see it coming this soon. I hope we're both wrong, but it's not feeling like I should be as optimistic about him as I have in the past. It'll just kill me to lose him.

We could really use the good thoughts.

Of Dad and Aeryn

2008-08-23T03:37:24Z

Dad's on Sipro and a cocktail of high-powered antibiotics. The doctor wants to send him to a pulmonary specialist in Lexington, so I'd imagine that will happen sometime in this next week. He fell out of bed at the hospital last night and Reba found him first. Says a lot about the hospital if you ask me. *sigh* At least this doctor is young, current and actually *interested in dad and what's going on with him.

Aeryn's in the finals of Pet Idol, and surprisingly, so is Brady. We're voting for Aeryn and so is roommie's family--we thought she'd have a better chance than my boy. Sadly, she's LOSING badly to THE ALIEN. So one last time, please, PLEASE go vote and ask your friends and family to as well. We'd really appreciate it!

http://www.louieonline.com/pages/idolvote.html

I swear, no more voting after this. *crosses heart* The voting ends Sunday midnight, est. You can vote under additional id's if you clean out your cookies, too. ;) And all efforts are SO appreciated!!

And here's the baby again just cause.

*hugs* flist tight*

Believe it or not...

2008-08-20T19:25:27Z

My dad is in the hospital. Again. This makes either 7 or 8 times in the past year. Sadly, I've lost count. The doctors always say "pneumonia" but I'm starting to think it's something else and his doctors are just incompetent. I've always hated the hospital he's in, the town is like fucking Mayberry and I could get a better diagnosis from the vet! I told him he might ought to think about going to a real doctor in Lexington where someone just *might* be able to figure out what the problem is. But that's just me. *sigh*

And Reba's birthday is tomorrow, so roommie and I made her a wooden jewelry box and I made her 3 bracelets to go with it. Too bad she's gotta spend her birthday in the hospital. I've done it and it sucks.

BTW, the finals of the Pet Idol are this week and I'll be bugging you guys Friday to vote for my baby. ;)