BlueDev

BlueDev

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Reply to No lifeguarding for me... in Misc JoeUser Forums

Well, while I am sorry to hear things didn't work out for you the way you may have hoped, it sounds as though you gained additional insight into yourself. While those types of personal revelations are often painful, working through them and the understanding we gain usually outweighs the pain. Your conviction and self-knowledge is admirable and will very likely help to strengthen you even further. Thanks for sharing. I recently went through a not s

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Reply to Books are GOOD for You... in Books JoeUser Forums

I love to read. In fact, even though I have thousands of pages of text to read for each rotation I am on, I always ensure that I have some recreational reading to do, even if it only is 5-10 minutes a day. It is the pressure release valve that I so desperately need, and can work wonders for the mind. Go and read folks!

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Reply to Developers vs. Publishers in Misc Games JoeUser Forums

Brad, great article. As a gamer I always enjoy learning a little bit more about the industry and the shenanigans behind the scene. As a matter of fact I have a bit of a question for you along these lines. I am a very pleased owner of Galactic Civilizations (amazing game BTW!). Now, I know Strategy First was the publisher for that, but in terms of marketing and support it just doesn't seem that they have done squat for it. Sure, I can go to

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Reply to Dharma, Lifeguard? in Misc JoeUser Forums

I don't really have anything to suggest other than what Shades already said dharmagrl. Try on your own, see how you feel about it first. If you can, and feel good about it, give it some good thought, and if it feels good do it. I am sure you can if you set your mind to it. And I completely understand the child-care situation. My wife does the swapping option and it has worked really well for us. Best of luck and let us decide what you do!

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Reply to Tact and truth: the two don't have to be mutually exclusive. in Misc JoeUser Forums

You know, it is interesting. When I was younger (not trying to say I am old or really that mature or bright) I had this perception that tact was for people who were afraid of being open and honest. I viewed tact as a tool for the weak, for those who didn't have the spine to say or hear the straight-up, honest truth. Then I lived a little more. I met new people, formed new relationships

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Reply to Tact and truth: the two don't have to be mutually exclusive. in Misc JoeUser Forums

Excellent article dharmagrl, and something that we can be reminded of on a regular basis. Truth tempered with tact is vital in so many relationships. I agree that there are times and situations that call for brutal honesty, open and bold faced. But an even measure of tact can be a salve to the wounded soul, as it says so much about our sincere concern for that person. I need to always remember to use it with my wife, my kids, and my patients. <

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Reply to American Idol 3 results' show. May 5, 2004. in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

I agree about Latoya. She is definately the one out of the four I would like to win. I have actually been getting really tired of Fantasia's voice. She really works the stage well, but I would never pay to listen to her sing. Sort of sad to see George go, though I knew it would come soon.

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Reply to Do you have a blogging mask? in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I try really hard to not wear a blogging mask. I try to communicate here the same way I do normally. I am sure I fall into the trap of wearing a mask sometimes, but really, really try not to, and hope that I come across as authentic. Good article.

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Reply to Todays lesson, good lyrics vs. bad lyrics in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

The original discussion was about good lyrics vs. bad lyrics. The point I was trying to make is that while Unfairman might consider Nelly's lyrics to be shite, lots of other people consider them to be PIMPIN' !! While that may be true, and I can see what you are saying, they are still very superficial

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Reply to What do you do? in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

Unfortunately I am not working at the moment. But when I do I certainly hope it will be in the field my degree is in! I am currently a medical student. But I have, in the past, worked in fields related. I worked in and OR, taught MCAT prep courses, and worked in a microbiology lab. My undergrad degree is in Cellular/Molecular biology. While I agree there are many whose degrees don't actually pertain to their work, I certainly ho

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Reply to Suspeckted's Overbearing Music Reviews in Music JoeUser Forums

As our music tastes aren't exactly convergent I can only comment on 311. I really think they were great, but haven't heard too much to impress lately. Shame, really, as they had such a great sound and feel to their music.

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Reply to My Imagination Needs To Go To Time Out! in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Sometimes even our imaginations need a break. Don't worry, it will recharge. Just give it some time. I also find that if I get into some other intellectually stimulating pursuits (reading, music, etc.) that I feel a lot more imaginative afterward.

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Reply to Another Rambler in Blogging JoeUser Forums

1. I have been wondering the same thing (about Trin) but feel a little too new still to really pose the question. 2. I love Jackie Chan. My wife isn't so big a fan, but still appreciates his stuff. 3. Not a big AC/DC fan, but that is a timeless rock record. And rock is always good. 4. Ebay? Not really buying any furniture lately so no help there. 5. Ditto. 6. I think laundry has the uncanny ability

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Reply to Pondering life in Health & Medicine JoeUser Forums

dharmagrl-Isn't it just an amazing experience? One of my classmates today said they thought it would be great when it was your own, but nothing special when it wasn't. Huh? I can't help but think that any of the lives we will see begin will have some spark of magic. I suppose we just have to look for them. And, yeah, my wife is pretty cool. Sherye-Thanks for your kind words. There are just so many things out there to learn from and grow

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Reply to HELP!!! in Blogging JoeUser Forums

What are you doing? What isn't working. A little more info would be great. You just need to have some webspace to upload the photo to, then know the URL of the photo. When you hit the IMAGE button put that URL in the blank and it should work.

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Pondering life in Health & Medicine JoeUser Forums

Of course I would never pretend to actually be able to learn all about life in eight weeks. But starting today I have eight weeks to learn all I can about the miracle that is the creation and formation of a new life. Wow, eight weeks. Should be fast, could be fun. And I am scared. Today I began my eight week OB/Gyn rotation. Certainly I won't bec

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Reply to To be completely honest in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Since, ultimately, I would hope you are blogging for yourself and not for others just keep writing what you want to. And there will always be many of us, myself included, who enjoy reading what you have to share.

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Reply to Books! in Fiction JoeUser Forums

Hmm, what type of fantasy? Not sure how to answer that. I would classify it as "epic fantasy" because the world Williams builds just feels so alive and vibrant with history and personality. It moves slowly compared to some stuff, but the focus is on the characters and their development across the saga. Very good stuff.

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