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Posted by Donia on May 5, 2003, at 18:16:42
In reply to Is everyone gaining weight on the Lexapro!!!!!????, posted by Luziluna on May 4, 2003, at 14:15:18
I have been on 10mg of lexapro for four months now and have not gained any weight. At first I lost some and have not gained it back.
Posted by vandy on May 5, 2003, at 20:23:17
In reply to Re: LEXAPRO NEWSFLASH » DC, posted by Dysfunk on May 5, 2003, at 12:29:48
> On my plan, generics are $10, brand names are $20, but Lexapro is $30!!!!! It is bullsh*t!
Amen! My co-pay is $10. Get a new provider.
Posted by newuser20 on May 5, 2003, at 22:20:52
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
I've been using Leaxapro about 2 weeks now. I've noticed some decrease in libido and also extreme difficuly with ejaculation. This is my first experience with an AD. My depression is at most moderate. I am considering stopping the drug. In other people's experience do the sexual side effects tend to pass over time? If so, over how long a period of time? How long should I "hang in there" while waiting for improvement? William
Posted by lil' jimi on May 5, 2003, at 22:45:28
In reply to Do the sexual side effects usually pass?, posted by newuser20 on May 5, 2003, at 22:20:52
Posted by Okpolosi on May 6, 2003, at 7:36:32
In reply to Re: weight gain ...on Lexapro!!? (carb-cravings) » lil' jimi, posted by Okpolosi on May 5, 2003, at 16:49:37
Well I think my scale was on the fritz, or I didn't read it right, but I only gained 5 pounds not 8. Anyway I am still upset about it and have decided to not buy any of that bad carb stuff, so if it's not around I won't be tempted to eat any more.
Thanks Jim for all your input, and good luck to us all!
Posted by Okpolosi on May 6, 2003, at 7:42:27
In reply to Do the sexual side effects usually pass?, posted by newuser20 on May 5, 2003, at 22:20:52
> I've been using Leaxapro about 2 weeks now. I've noticed some decrease in libido and also extreme difficuly with ejaculation. This is my first experience with an AD. My depression is at most moderate. I am considering stopping the drug. In other people's experience do the sexual side effects tend to pass over time? If so, over how long a period of time? How long should I "hang in there" while waiting for improvement? William
In general, the side effects do go away in time.
However, I have seen many posts about Wellbutrin and how it has helped with this particular SE.
Posted by Dr. Bob on May 6, 2003, at 8:05:02
In reply to Re: LEXAPRO NEWSFLASH » DC, posted by Dysfunk on May 5, 2003, at 12:29:48
> On my plan, generics are $10, brand names are $20, but Lexapro is $30!!!!! It is bullsh*t!
It may be ridiculous, but please don't use language that could offend others, thanks.
Bob
PS: Follow-ups regarding posting policies should be redirected to Psycho-Babble Administration, thanks.
Posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 11:07:46
In reply to Luziluna thanks you all... I'm better now..., posted by Luziluna on May 5, 2003, at 17:36:11
hi luziluna!
> Thanks for all who posted follow ups to my panic-stricken posting about gaining weight on lexapro. I realize now that I am also about to get my period and I always feel fat and get a little more obsessive during that time....Although I must say, the lexapro has helped a lot with that PMS exacerbation thing too!!!
>reads to me, with 2 notable period-related exceptions, that the answer to the question,
"Is everyone gaining weight on the Lexapro?", is no.in fact, if the question was 'Is Anyone gaining weight on lexapro?', our little survey would have answered with the same 'no'.... (as in, *Nobody is gaining weight on lex!*) ..... right?
all of which should provide some comfort for our weight conscious folks, anyway. (?)
so.... Yeah! for Lexapro!.... maybe?
> Jim, I love your postings- you sound like a pretty cool dude, I must say!!
Thank you!! .... you have made me blush .... i have not meant to deceive you, but i am not even "pretty cool" once you get to know me .... ask my wife or our 4 year-old, especially our 4 yr-old! ... he'll tell you i am his "silly dad!" .... truth-in-posting sanctions insist we change "cool" to 'silly' for greater accuracy.
most flattering is your expression of appreciation of my posts ..... because i really try to write gentle, helpful messages for our board here .... Because i have received So much help, benefit, support, encouragement and strength from all of our posters here, so i try to make my own positive contributions ... i try .... so, Thank you, again!
>While I don't suffer from the constipation thing, I will remember the metamucil cure-all !! LOL!
>we may pray you may never need the remedy .... i have just reached an age where things like "soluble fiber" have become regular supplements.
> So, I haven't gained any weight on Lexapro after a month and have actually noticed a decrease in appetite so, I don't expect I'll gain weight unless I change my eating habits or stop exercising as much....so I'm just going to calm my little 'ol self down and say "adieu" for now...and thanks again to you all out there!!
and this is the part i enjoyed the most...... because you sound like you have reconciled your concerns and .... you are happy!(?) ... i hope! ...(i appreciate this opportunity to reply too).
i always enjoy your posts .... please keep in touch!
TAKE CARE !!!!
~ ...jim
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 11:29:39
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by Okpolosi on May 5, 2003, at 9:44:40
> > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
>
> I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
DC
Posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 11:46:10
In reply to Re: weight gain ...on Lexapro!!? (carb-cravings) » lil' jimi, posted by Okpolosi on May 5, 2003, at 16:49:37
> > > Been on Lex 3+ mos., 10mg. I had actually lost about 10lbs. until this past week. I noticed increased carb cravings and got my period and I ate like a pig. It looks like I gained 8 of the ten BACK IN A WEEKEND!! Am so upset, and noticed I don't seem to be getting the same relief I was from My symptoms.
> > >
> > > Have been waiting to see the DR, and want to ask to go to 20mg.
> >
> > hi okpolosi,
> >
> > the carb craving, munchie mongering syndrome is so typical of med effects, hormonal / menstrual response, dope smoking, etc, that it makes me think ... well i have a theory that it's a form of self-medication where we are trying to adjust our neurotransmitters by carbohydrates ... (another theory: a leading cause of alcoholism may be trying to adjust neurotransmitters with alcohol) .... so at least with starches we can have less risk than with alcohol.
> >
> > one support for my theory is an article i saw in scientific american:
> > "Sweet Medicines; July 2002; by Thomas Maeder; 8 Page(s)
> > Sugars play critical roles in many cellular functions and in disease. Study of those activities lags behind research into genes and proteins but is beginning to heat up. The discoveries promise to yield a new generation of drug therapies
> > File size: 204 KB"
> > at
> > http://www.sciamdigital.com/cart_http.cfm?ARTICLEID_CHAR=2C57E6C6-8565-435C-9111-9C641ED2B53
> >
> > unfortunately, folks at scientific american want to charge at least $5 to download the whole issue..... sorry.
> >
> > so i'm offering you my Guess that one's period tips the neurotransmitter balance, which has been so neatly balanced by your lexapro, back over into .... that carb-craving imbalance.....
> > for whatever that's worth.
> >
> > perhaps we should investigate nutrients to support menstruation, to help prevent or lessen the neurochemical impact?
> >
> > now 8 pounds in one weekend.... wow ... i wonder if i even eat 8 pounds in one weekend ... i'm trying to imagine swallowing 8 pounds in one weekend .... well, i understand why you are upset ... may i suggest metamucil capsules, fresh fruit, and lots of water? ... this is my "new" wonder cure for everything (!) (wink, wink!) ... well, it shouldn't hurt anyway ....
> >
> > good luck anyway
> > and
> > TAKE CARE !!
> > ~ jim
>
> A lot of GREAT info.....Thanks a bunch.
>
> I think some of that 8lbs. is from water retention, feel like a whale, but clothes still fit.
>
> Funny thing is that this is my 3rd period since starting Lex, and I didn't have the same problem for the other 2, in fact I generally ate less, and felt full. That's probably how I lost the weight in the first place.hi there okpolosi,
water retention!..... okay, that i can understand .... i can drink 8 pounds of water in a weekend .... make that, i SHOULD drink 8 pounds of water in a weekend (!), since a gallon weighs about 6 pounds.... and these days it seems we are supposed to drink lots and lots of water.
a point i wanted to make (and i don't think i did) is that science is just recently discovering the therapeutic benefits of some specific carbohydrates and therapies from these disoveries are now being developed.
i have extrapolated from this news that we may be subconsciously compensating our neurotranmitter imbalances by trying to use carbs on our inter-synaptic environments ..... maybe .... maybe not.
another 'nutrient' to promote is water .... i suspect that dehydration is worse for the neurotransmitters than it is for our muscles or our digestion, if only because the healthy electrolyte balance has to have a greater impact on our neurotransmitters ..... that and i tend to not drink water unless i make myself, especially when i get my lex SEs.
enough about me.... how are you doing?
take care !!
~ jim
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 12:28:47
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 11:29:39
> > > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
> >
> > I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.
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> I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
> start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
> anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
> am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
> tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
> DC
>Hi there, I live in the sunshine state and have noticed nothing different with my skin when being in the sun. I also have blue eyes, blonde hair, but more dark complexion than you. Just use your sun screens and stay out for short times to see what happens. I live an hour from the beach and have not gotten the nerve to drive that far yet. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
Posted by handmemymidol on May 6, 2003, at 12:38:52
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 12:28:47
Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
You think it might be something in the water??
LOL
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 12:46:32
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by handmemymidol on May 6, 2003, at 12:38:52
> Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> You think it might be something in the water??
> LOL
>
>Hi there, you know you mention this and that is odd. I have a half brother who I did not grow up with. He has this and 4 friends he grew up with also are stricken with this illness. Seems strange, but would bet there is nothing to it!!!!
But everyone of us have been in the florida water since kids!!!!!!! TAKE CARE!!!!!
WAYNE
Posted by shoff on May 6, 2003, at 12:53:42
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
I just switch to Lexapro from Celexa. I was on 40 mg of Celexa and I went to 10 mg of Lexapro. How long do you figure it will take to see a difference? And what differences have you felt?
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:00:05
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 12:28:47
> > > > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
> > >
> > > I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.
> >
> >
> >
> > I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
> > start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
> > anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
> > am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
> > tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
> > DC
> >
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> Hi there, I live in the sunshine state and have noticed nothing different with my skin when being in the sun. I also have blue eyes, blonde hair, but more dark complexion than you. Just use your sun screens and stay out for short times to see what happens. I live an hour from the beach and have not gotten the nerve to drive that far yet. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
>I used to live about 15 minutes from the beach in Ft. Lauderdale, but moved to the Orlando area the beginning of the year and now I am about 1 to 1-1/2 hours from the beach also. I keep saying I am going to drive over there but may have to settle for the pool :-(. The pool just keeps the kids confined to closely to me LOL.
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:26:23
In reply to Just started Lexapro today, posted by shoff on May 6, 2003, at 12:53:42
> I just switch to Lexapro from Celexa. I was on 40 mg of Celexa and I went to 10 mg of Lexapro. How long do you figure it will take to see a difference? And what differences have you felt?
Hi there, hope the lexapro works for you. You can do a search on this board and look at many posts that will have answers. GOOD LUCK!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:28:00
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by handmemymidol on May 6, 2003, at 12:38:52
> Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> You think it might be something in the water??
> LOL
>
>Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:33:09
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:00:05
> > > > > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
> > > >
> > > > I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
> > > start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
> > > anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
> > > am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
> > > tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
> > > DC
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi there, I live in the sunshine state and have noticed nothing different with my skin when being in the sun. I also have blue eyes, blonde hair, but more dark complexion than you. Just use your sun screens and stay out for short times to see what happens. I live an hour from the beach and have not gotten the nerve to drive that far yet. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
> >
>
> I used to live about 15 minutes from the beach in Ft. Lauderdale, but moved to the Orlando area the beginning of the year and now I am about 1 to 1-1/2 hours from the beach also. I keep saying I am going to drive over there but may have to settle for the pool :-(. The pool just keeps the kids confined to closely to me LOL.Hi DC, now I am scared!!! I live in orlando also, all my life. You can make it to New Smyrna beach in an hour. But then again I drive fast!!!! I to have a pool and my daughter loves it. Now when I go places and see a blonde with blue eyes and light skin, I will wonder if it is you. TAKE CARE!!!!!!!
BLKVETTES
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:28:00
> > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > You think it might be something in the water??
> > LOL
> >
> >
>
> Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 14:43:02
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
> > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > LOL
> > >
> > >
> >
> > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
>Well, I have only two years until my son is out of high school and thinking about becoming a beach bum full time by moving in with grandma in the Keys. Free rent, can't beat that. Not to mention starting life as a beach bum just shy of 36 isn't too bad either LOL.
>
Posted by Luziluna on May 6, 2003, at 14:47:04
In reply to Re: Luziluna is better (yeah!)... » Luziluna, posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 11:07:46
Hi Jim,
Awww! See, you really are cool, despite what your little guy says!! "Silly", "Cool"....all the same to a 4 y.o I'd say!! Thanks for your nice posting...
Yes, I am much happier, it gets better each day with the Lexapro and, barring any sudden poundage, I think it's working!! My kids and husband say I'm much happier, seem more relaxed, so I think that's probably the most objective proof for me!
Thanks again, keep being silly, we need more of that in the world....!!
Posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
> > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > LOL
> > >
> > >
> >
> > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
>
>If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
Keep up the good work.
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 15:28:47
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
> You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> Keep up the good work
Hi there, thanks!!!!!! We would be more than happy to welcome you to florida if you arrived!!!! But, what is with the energy thing you talk about. I hope you are not feeling bad!!!!!!!!
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 15:37:31
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 14:43:02
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> Well, I have only two years until my son is out of high school and thinking about becoming a beach bum full time by moving in with grandma in the Keys. Free rent, can't beat that. Not to mention starting life as a beach bum just shy of 36 isn't too bad either LOL.
Hi, its very hard to pass up free rent no matter where it is. The beach is the most beautiful place on earth to me. At night when it is quiet, the waves crashing on the shore. The stars are so bright!!!!! Its not to bad in the daytime either!!!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 15:46:03
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
> You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> Keep up the good work.You should go to the website Seacamp.org. It is a marine institute during the year, but the summertime it is a summer camp. Was a camper there for many years. Where I plan to work and have a "job" that consist of nothing but snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, etc. My dream job LOL. Just a few years away :-)
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