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Jonny, I believe you, too. :)

Thanks, Tom. :) I'm doing low carb for my blood sugar and to avoid Diabetes, too.

Chas, the body processes alcohol first, so while it's not a carb - it does have to be "dealt with" before the body can go back to burning fat, so, it's not really good if one is trying to lose weight but some people CAN drink moderately (red wine and spirits - not beer or other high sugar/calorie/carb drinks) and lose weight. It depends on one's body, really. If one is not trying to lose weight, then there is definitely nothing wrong with imbibing in a "low carb friendly" drink. :)

Here's a great article on it.

Alright, Strange One - only because I'm partial to MSU Bulldogs and snowcones, I've hunted down your pictures of that beautiful DixieChick:

Here

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Here

How Cool, Chas!!

As much fun as you are, it will be a grand time. I'm sure all the butterflies will fly away once you're there and y'all hug each other's necks. :)

People are different and what works for one person may not work for another. When I was married, what worked for us was simply burning a lavender scented candle a few hours before bedtime. :)

Chas, those corgis have the greatest personality. Tank is one handsome dude!

In fact, I'm listening to James Herriott's collection on CD right now and just finished the story of a bull terrier & corgi that were best of friends with the corgi being just about the only dog the terrier didn't constantly try to kill. He even let the corgi bite and tug on his ears. .... oh, you probably know it. Anyway, was reflecting this morning on how cool corgis are and how I miss the one who used to live down the street from me. :)

tcat, my first dog was named after the first dog I ever loved - a great dane named Duchess. Lovely, lovely dog! Great protection, too!

:unsure: Not showing up on the puter at work, will have to try when I get home.

For the cute-ness factor, I vote for the Affenpinscher aka Monkey Dog because the face looks so much like a monkey. They are very similar to Schipperkes, WG.

And the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: such a cute, scruffy little dog.

Hmmm..... I seem to have a thing for scruffy dogs.

There is a couple with five - count 'em FIVE - basset hounds in our neighborhood. Coolest thing to see them all walking, especially if they've picked up the scent of something interesting. One of the bassets is missing right now, so I always keep my eyes peeled for the bugger. I sure hope someone finds him before he gets hurt.

(((((Nero)))))

I am so sorry.

I, of course, am partial to border terriers. I'm pretty sure Jim will claim the same bias.

I am particularly partial to THIS border terrier:

WG, Jack Russell dogs are very high energy and they are very intelligent. They need lots of attention, exercise and training or they will misbehave like your SIL's. They have done that dog an injustice, I'm afraid.

There are good and bad qualities in every breed - it's just a matter of what you, personally prefer. I could not spend hours or megabucks grooming my dog, so any breed that requires that is automatically "off" my short list. I do like many of those dogs, just not for me.

I've had two golden/chow mixes that were not only beautiful but bright, funny and just plain awesome dogs.

Nero, I don't much care for doxies because of the yipping and whatnot, but those things sure kick boo-tay in earthdog.... as do jack's and borders.

Thanks, Sky! Will check it out for sure.

:)

Real sweet!

Welcome, Maria!

We've got quite a few folks from CA at the cafe, so perhaps you'll run into some long lost buddies. Regardless, yes, you are indeed in good company. :)

You're timing is perfect! I just took some cinnamon rolls out of the oven.

First order's always on the house. Enjoy!

3Cents, you would know for sure, wouldn't you? :)

I'm just darned certain that I read they did that, maybe it was under Craig's reign? I'm trying to find where I read it, but I think it was on WayDale because I'm having trouble finding it. It was people I know who said it - I just can't remember who. I vividly remember reading it, but not what WC they were in.

I did find this post here from at least one person who was tested.

:eusa_clap: Most excellent interview!

I'm still working my way through it.... it's A LOT of information and extremely interesting.

Here's a link to a thread where the Yak Twig is mentioned that I found interesting. :)

Interesting article in Psychology Today that states, in short:

The concentration of serotonin receptors normally varies markedly among individuals. Those whose brain scans showed the most receptor activity proved on personality tests to have the strongest proclivity to spiritual acceptance.

Is it possible that we can't help it?

((((((WG))))))

Many fervent prayers for you and your family.

You have always sounded like a very rational, logical, sound young lady and, as usual, you're handling the situation perfectly. :)

If it's any consolation, my ex still refuses to believe that vee pee died from cancer and said, "IF, any of those lies about him sexually abusing women were true (which they're not) - that was in the past and is totally irrelevant to The Present Truth".

I'm going to puke now......

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Yah.... making a scene like that, JJ, doesn't do any good. Like kenwas says, it *can* bring them closer together. Better to let anyone you're close to know that you'd like to stay in touch with them and let them ask you questions when/if they feel comfortable doing so.

The internet is pretty user friendly these days and it's easy enough to find out the truth about TWI if someone really wants to. In my opinion, most people still "in" are either on the fence or they have no desire to leave (whether they know the truth or not).

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