at4101's Posts

Re: Edit Option

1/15/2008 10:09:16 AM at4101
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I second that suggestion. I've seen a few typos I have made and had no way to go back and modify them at all. That would indeed be a great feature to have. Also, if you would ever like to just delete your post and start all over again, a delete option would be good too, even if it is rarely used.

Re: Twin trouble

1/15/2008 10:13:53 AM at4101
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surfville wrote
No not rehab immediately? yalk to them tell them how much you love them and how you were hurt to this thing that they do..

Surf, she did say she has tried everything and nothing is working. Saying you love them is great and I am sure by her actions, they already know what they are doing is hurtful, but I agree with rehab. If they will not follow the rules no matter what, then it seems they have a problem. Get them some professional help.

Re: Text Messaging Addictions

1/15/2008 10:47:31 AM at4101
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Quenlin wrote
What I don't get is why someone would spend 5 minutes texting something instead of calling and saying it in 5 seconds, text-driving is more dangerous than drunk driving. At least drunk drivers can keep their eyes on the road.

Something I will never do is text and drive or talk on the phone and drive. Text is much easier for me though because I am tied up on the phone a bunch at work, and just like using Yahoo messenger, just a few quick punches on the keyboard and my message is sent. I cannot fathom though, how some of you guys can text that much in a day.

Re: Prostitution

1/15/2008 11:02:14 AM at4101
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I've really never understood why prostitution was illegal, but then again I've never done too much research on it. Anyone have any clue why it is prohibited ?

Re: Internet is my Lifeline

1/17/2008 5:42:09 AM at4101
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This is not a case of being addicted to the internet. I too, work full time and every bit of it requires me to be on the computer. I also shop and pay bills online, which is much more convenient than mailing it off, paying in person, or fighting long shopping lines for items I can purchase in the comfort of my home with a click of a button.

I also use the internet to chat online, come to forums such as this one, and to play games. However, there is no responsibility in the "outside world" that isn't taken care of . I still work out daily, make sure kids get to and from school, get their homework and extra activities done, go out and socialize with friends, make sure my house is clean, my dogs are taken care of, the rest of the family is taken care of, etc.

I think too many people are quick to call other people internet addicts without being in their shoes and realizing the entire situation. I personally do not care. This computer brings me in a nice income that supports my household. There are really some serious internet addictions out there. I really think there should be more studies done so people can better differentiate.

Re: Prizes for Smoking

1/17/2008 5:50:50 AM at4101
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And I was one of the ones stupid enough to get into this way back when they were offering a portable cd player. I think it took me about a year to save up all the points I needed to get one, and by the time I was ready to order, the campaign had expired. Instead they brought in a whole new catalog filled with junk like styrofoam coolers and plastic flashlights; things that I would have no use for. Yes, definitely a sneaky tactic, I agree.

Re: Having Blackouts

1/17/2008 5:53:53 AM at4101
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I had blackouts on several occasions and this is exactly why I had to stop drinking. Sometimes I would wind up in places that I had never been to before and at complete strangers houses. It is a very risky lifestyle when you drink so much you can't remember a thing from the night before. It's sad that people think that this is a normal process of drinking, because it isn't. It means that did not quit when you should have, and you have drank WAY over your limit.

Weight Loss Pills should be banned

1/17/2008 5:56:00 AM at4101
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Seriously, they are such a rip off. If they are so positive, then why do new ones keep coming on the market all time claiming to be the one that really works ? Maybe it is because none of them really work. This is a heartbreak to people with food addictions because they are looking for a fast cure where there isn't one. People waste millions of dollars each year on this crap, and they still are left with an addiction, and may even add on a new addiction depending on what weight loss pill they use.

Re: Poker Gambling Addiction

1/17/2008 6:10:29 AM at4101
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That's a tough one. On one hand, I could see how he wants his money back, or her money back. But what if the same thing happens again? I think if they do it again, and it happens again, yet they keep going back after that, then yes, that would define an addict in my book.

Re: will it affect him

1/17/2008 6:14:08 AM at4101
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Physically, probably not. If you do not smoke anywher within the vinicity of him, then there will be no contact buzz or second hand smoke. Now psychologically, he may be able to pick up on your guilt trip and wonder why you act different at certain times. He may be able to peice together that when you leave at a certain time and then come back, your attitude seems to change. He is only three though, but as he gets older he will 100% be able to pick up on what you are doing. You really may want to think about quitting very soon, especially for your sons sake.

Re: Illegal to smoke in car with Children

1/20/2008 5:01:50 PM at4101
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I know here in California that this is implemented. It's shocking and sad to see how many people totally disregard this law. I guess they feel they can just hide their cigaretter if they see a cop nearby, but I witness this on a daily basis. For some reason I have seen more men doing this with the kids in the car, but I am sure there are still millions of women who do it as well.

Re: Britney Spears and her Never Ending Troubles

1/20/2008 5:05:33 PM at4101
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BettyBlue wrote
Drew Barrymore is, indeed a good example of a star who became famous way too early (plus a poster child for the genetic-legacy theory of addiction). That she overcame her struggles with booze and drugs and is now a successful actress/producer is a shining example of the human spirit's ability to overcome impossible odds.

Yet, the odds are against Britney Spears' survival; she's surrounded by "yes-men" and "yes-women" who haven't got the guts to say, "Yo, kid, hold up there! You're only 26 and you've already been married twice, divorced/anulled twice, have two kids, and have become a laughing stock. Stop partying so much and grow up."

While I don't wish this upon her, my feeling is that she'll follow in the footsteps of Brad Renfro, River Phoenix, and Dana Plato.

You think ? I don't know. I mean I have heard of Britney doing outlandish things and being drunk in public on more than a few occasions, but I haven't heard of any overdoses, huge drug busts, or anything like the actors you have mentioned went through. Maybe I haven't read about it, or maybe it will only be a matter of time before her actions get more serious and we see her on the front page of The Enquirer for overdosing on cocaine.

I hope she pulls through it. Celebrity or not and no matter why she is how she is, her actions this far is a cry for help.

Re: Brad Renfro

1/20/2008 5:08:32 PM at4101
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Vaminos88 wrote
Wasn't he really young too?
that is very sad :(

Yes, he was definitely too young to die. I think he was maybe 25 at the most. I am convinced that the autopsy will show his death was drug related. I read an article not too long ago where he was busted buying heroin from an undercover cop. He looked completely strung out too; nothing like the guy I was used to seeing on film.

Re: Weight Loss Pills should be banned

1/20/2008 5:13:37 PM at4101
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Rocky wrote
I think some weight loss pills do actually work but people depend only on them and thats not right. Your supposed to take the pill, fix your diet and excersize. The diet pill helps you lose weight, it doesn't miraculously do it for you. if you do a diet and work out your going to lose weight, but the diet pill just increases how much you lose and how quickly. Thats all it does, yet people think that hey they can take this pill eat buckets of ice cream and thatll even it out. Thats not the way it works.
But there are some products that really dont work, wasn't there a whole big program about it on the news last summer? I remember that.

It seems to me thought that exercising and diet alone should be able to help as well as a pill can. I think the pill may help by supressing your appetite, and in the long run that can't be healthy. People start undereating and in the long run it ends up having harsh effects on their health.

Re: Prejudice

1/20/2008 5:19:54 PM at4101
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joker wrote
We are in 2007, and there is still prejudice against those who are overweight, I think it is ridiculous, no one is fat because they want to, but people are ignorant enough not to understand it...

I do agree with you that there are some mean and nasty people in this world that make fat jokes and are hurtful. On the other hand, I am also tired of the excuses. If someone wants to be overweight and they are fine with it, then so be it, but of course most people do not want to be. Only a small percentage of overweight people actually have "glandular" problems that keep them overweight. The majority of people, to put it bluntly, are not taking the necessary steps to get in shape. Many have an eating addiction, which is no laughing matter. There is help available. It is just taking the first steps and going through the hard process of fighting the addiction. Many don't where to start. They need to be informed by a dietician what foods work well with their body, and find an exercise plan that works for them. Even the physically disabled can remain fit with the right guidance. Then there are those who know better, but are just too darned lazy and full of excuses. Instead of eating right and working out, they would rather give a million and one excuses why they can't, or that it's too hard..blah blah.

Re: Carbonated Drinks

1/20/2008 5:23:10 PM at4101
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It's not really the carbonated drinks that I just have to have, but I do drink something sweet daily. If I don't have soda around, then I will juice or koolaid. I will admit though that Coke is my #1 drink, and I would pretty ticked if I could never drink it again.

Fast Food prices are on the rise but people are still buying

1/20/2008 5:27:00 PM at4101
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I'm normally not a fast food eater for obvious reasons. But the other day I was in a rush, had not eaten a thing, so I swung by KFC to get a chicken meal. I thought at least I would get green beans and corn instead of greasy fries. I was shocked to see that one 2 peice chicken meal came out to a whopping $8.50. As I looked at the receipt I saw that they charged me and extra 1.60 for a drink. Apparantly they only offer combo prices now on certain items. Anyways, I remember back when meals were like 3.99 for everything. But what's even more shocking is that daily I see cars backed up in the drive-thru. I really feel people are addicted to fast food. You could easily get a healthy meal for the same price at a place where the food isn't flopped into grease and fried.

Re: When do you have your first Cigarette ?

1/21/2008 7:56:14 AM at4101
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Mornings are always the hardest. Usually if I can get through the morning, then I will be ok. When I smoked, the first thing I did every morning was light up.

Re: How many of your friends/relatives smoke?

1/22/2008 8:46:51 AM at4101
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Mostly all of my friends smoked and thats how I got started. I was the only one NOT smoking, and they never pressured me or anything, but I just wanted to see what the big deal was. So everytime we were out together I would light up with them. But of course I got hooked just like most people.

Re: Have you ever tried to help someone quit ?

1/22/2008 8:52:12 AM at4101
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It was always hard for me to try to help someone quit when I was a smoker too, and none of my family members were/are. They were always pressuring me to quit though. I would get irritated too becuase I liked it so much, but at the same time I appreciated their efforts and never forgot all the advice they gave.

Re: Disconnected with Reality

1/22/2008 10:56:12 AM at4101
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The worst part is that children are growing up like this, and their social skills are diminshing each year. Parents can help this by not letting their lives revolve so much around technology and being good role models.

Re: How to tell if you're addicted to the internet

2/5/2008 7:50:04 PM at4101
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Aries wrote
http://www.livescience.com/technology/080125-tech-addicts.html

Found this article a wee while ago, thought that it would be right up this forums alley, give it a read.

And I know people just like that, checking e-mail during a movie, looking through your text messages during dinner. It's just so damn rude, I don't do it at your house, don't do it at mine.

Aries, I 100% agree with you here. Nothing irks me more than when I am right in the middle of a face to face to conversation and then someone starts fooling around with their phone and texting and laughing about it. There is a time and place for that and some people just take it to extremes. I am not sure if this makes someone an addict but it definitely knows they need some lessons in etiquette. Thanks for the article too. There are a few people I thought of right away when I read this and you better bet I am going to share this with them.

Re: Disconnected with Reality

2/5/2008 7:52:36 PM at4101
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NewsFreak01 wrote
This is so true. Even now when someone is having a get together (including me) I just send them an invite on MySpace and they end up coming. I dont even do a text message anymore. its really bad.

In a way this can be a good thing just because it is really convenient and you can send out a group invite all at once. It is when that is ALL people do when there becomes a problem. One of my friends complains that she never gets any phone calls anymore. It is because people got sick of calling her because she never calls back. The only way she will really communicate now is by text or messenger.

Has anyone kept their New Years Resolution ?

2/7/2008 6:08:00 AM at4101
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I tried to stop New Years but have fallen off a few times. Has anyone had any success so far? I am still not giving up. It is just taking a bit longer

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Re: Smokers: Are/Were You Partial to One Brand of Cigarette?

2/7/2008 6:11:04 AM at4101
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I too smoke Marlboro Lights. I also smoked Camel Lights for a while and a few other brands here and there, but my usual is Marlboro Lights.

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