crimson

Things That Get Stuck In Your Head in Misc JoeUser Forums

I don't know why I can't fall asleep. I've always been this way... at least, I remember suffering from insomnia since I was about 10. It comes and it goes and 'suffering' isn't really the word now; just a part of life. My head just whirs with random thoughts, brief musical melodies, and audio blurbs of movies and tv shows watched in the past. They say that writers are often afflicted with this problem... yeah, I consider myself to be one, ev

Reply to Greatest Movies Ever Made in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

"I wanna play the violin!!!" Chunk- The Goonies

Blogs With Bite in Blogging JoeUser Forums

JeremyG posted about the problems of Joeuser ratings, primarily questioning the validity of those who are in the top 10 and whether they deserve to be or not. Issues about content, a specific circle of responders and referrals were mentioned. I must admit that there are people in the Top Ten that I don't read... it's just not my kind of thing. When reading some of my responses, I pretty much know who is reading my stuff regularly and I think that's gr

I Just Can't Party Like I Used To When I Was Forty in Misc JoeUser Forums

I actually wasn't partying, but I did go out Tuesday night and on Wednesday I just came to the realization that I'm not a kid anymore. I need sleep. I need recovery time. I'm just bored by the whole bar thing. I need to get a different life. I was stupidly thinking that I was back in my teens, and could go out for 2 nights in a row. No deal. I was at home, Wednesday night by 11pm. Decided to catch a movie instead and call it a night. I'm not Superman

Reply to War of The Roses in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

That's how I feel about those so-called reality shows. You know, the ones where people are pretending to be something that they are not, making a fool out of another person and then finally 'revealing' themselves at the end of the series... that's entertainment? I don't think so. It's a twisted world when we love to watch/listen to people hurting other people on purpose... but our history of entertainment has always held this element.

Reply to The poor and the losers in Current Events JoeUser Forums

It's been several days of volleying back and forth on the issues of poverty/welfare/homelessness, but what still hasn't been addressed is this: how do you try to rectify the situation? Brad says, don't throw more money into developing new programs, and I agree. These programs tend to be just as much of a waste in time and money because there is no end result to them. One of the programs that we have here in Canada requires welfare recipients to active

Reply to Hobbies in Just Hanging Out JoeUser Forums

Due to my ShitComputer, I can't really play any kind of game on the Internet... however, I have discovered the joys of retrogames... simple computer games that are easily downloaded with few graphics. My main game right now is Lines. It's a habit, I'm addicted, oh well. Basketball, paper-making, and potions with my little girl...

Reply to Heterosexism in Schools in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Well, Big Dreamer, Since I'm not from the states, and don't know the exact procedures of homecoming kings and queens, I will have to make a guess based on movies, books and television produced from your country. Aren't these elected positions? The student body submits their votes, they are tallied and whoever has the most votes, wins? And sorry to burst your bubble, but the only reason why homosexuals in your country don't have the upper hold is not be

Reply to The poor and the losers in Current Events JoeUser Forums

I agree with a lot of points that you made. So... how would you change it? What are some solutions to get people off welfare, and getting them to become more self-sufficient?

Reply to Welcome to Nameless FC in Just Hanging Out JoeUser Forums

Hey... your team sounds so great. I was out with my Chicks With Balls basketball team tonight... after many a pint, rundowns on moves and slams, I must say, that I am a happy girl right now. There's nothing better than having a whole crew of friends to play ball with, drink with and just have a good time. I've met so many people outside of just the girls on the team... their friends, significant others and family. I'm glad I took that step outside of my own circle of friends to join a g

Reply to I am gonna Marry a Fly Girl. in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

I just read this now... and all I can say is.... you are something else.

And Now For Something Completely Different in Misc JoeUser Forums

Take a look at Mack's blog... I'm too lazy to go back and link it up, but it was entitled "Fed Up". You do the work. I guess I'm feeling a little "Worn Out" by this evening's (morning's?) line up of articles, and just want to write about something that doesn't have to do with politics, rights, freedoms, etc. It's funny how unsuspecting bloggers can be a part of your life. For instance, today, I thought about Dharmagrrl, an

Reply to Theme Music: What would yours be? in Misc JoeUser Forums

Blister In The Sun - Violent Femmes. For my 'on the way up' kinda feeling. Push The Little Daisies - Ween. For my sunny, patio at my local hangout kinda day. Atomic- Sleeper For my caught in a moment feeling.

Reply to What it's not, part deux... in Health & Medicine JoeUser Forums

Hey... good to hear, if you know what I mean. My experience is this, a small little bump that has been there, unchanged for almost 2 years now. My doctor said not to worry about it, and has checked it on a regular basis. So no, I don't have any advice, but I have a sense of relief knowing that you did not receive the worst news. Cheers.

Two Day Leave Suspended? in Misc JoeUser Forums

My daughter is supposed to go away for a couple of days. She's supposed to stay with her grandparents for one evening then go out of town another evening to visit more relatives. And I know that I shouldn't apologize, but I was looking forward to it. Tuesday, I was going to go to play basketball with my Chicks With Balls team, and then out for a couple of pints to rehash the moves of the night. Then I was going to meet my greatest friend Mi

Reply to Personal Hang-ups in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

I have time issues. I make my best effort to arrive at a place on time, whenever i agree to meet up with people. It is very stressful to meet these time arrangements, as I like to sleep in, leave things until the last minute, etc. But I do show up, ON TIME, to then face waiting for fifteen minutes for a friend or worker to saunter in. Bastards. I have commitment issues. I prefer to be single, because I simply don't want to waste anyone's time waiting around for me to grow up and addres

Reply to Home-made Baby Bibs. in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

Nice bibs! My sister suggested making bibs out of clear plastic... that way you could still see the cute outfits.

Reply to Homemaking is a "Real" Job in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

I think I am more cut out for working vs. staying at home at times, only because, after years of deadlines at both work and school, it's a different view of the clock, for me. Time does seem to drag on. However, I've grown to appreciate these differences. I like being able to spend time to teach my daughter things, instead of hoping that daycare/school will cover it in more detail. (For instance, my daughter toilet-trained so easily... I'd love to take

Reply to Open my mouth at open mic? in Life Journals JoeUser Forums

I did one several months ago at request of a group that was trying to do fundraising. I am a storyteller... but doing it outside of a specific circle of people that I usually do it in front was bloody nervewracking. At open mic, however, I got to meet a lot of fine and interesting people, man, their talent was sky-high. I love people who push through their usual boundaries... good luck and let's see some stuff.

Reply to I LOVE BEER! in Religion JoeUser Forums

Tiger does suck, and I'm not a big fan of Heineken... I'd put it in the ranks of Budweiser which, unlike the author, I find is all right... for a cheaper beer. But really, isn't beer like pizza? There's bad pizza, but you'll still eat it. I don't think I've ever turned down a beer yet... except for the fakies.

Reply to Worlds Apart in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I've had my ideas about God messed up a bit, and then was introduced to the concept of the Creator, and have looked at several other people's different views on a higher power. I don't know about any of it... like you, I respect others' need for this in their lives, I just don't know if it fits into my own lifestyle. Organized religion scares me when I think of the impact that certain faiths have had on various societies. I do believe that it is proper to give respect to those whose motivations

Reply to Things I like in Misc JoeUser Forums

Okay... I don't get it. What is vegemite?

Reply to Rocking Out on the Air Flute in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Sorry... I do read a lot... but I actually haven't seen you posted too often. I'll fix that up. I don't know if you necessarily need to make sexual references to get attention, just something catchy. Waiting to read more...

Reply to Homemaking is a "Real" Job in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

On varying times when I am in between jobs or schooling, I am a stay-at-home mother. I love it, but feel guilty, because I do have to resort to applying for welfare when doing so. I know my daughter loves it, because I get to spend more time with her and do things for her. I can see the difference in other people's eyes when I am on welfare and trying to care for my child vs. when I have secured employment. What they don't see is how neglectful things can get when I am struggling to manage life

Reply to Listening to the arguments on gay marriage in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

Here is an article about gay marriage allowance in Ontario, the reasons why according to the Ontario courts, and my own opinion on the subject. I realize that it appears the majority of Joeusers are American, and therefore may not want to take a look because it is not from their own country, but there are several parallels that can be drawn comparing our system and societal similarities. here