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Posted by Miss Honeychurch on February 22, 2004, at 16:43:24
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
Karen, thank you for missing me! I knew this month was going to be hell and it has proven right. Just work related deadlines, etc. I hardly have a chance to surf babble at work anymore! But March is looking good.
I rented Johnny English last night and laughed my proverbial a$$ off! Ah bean, he is so hot!
As for me, I'm having a crisis with my eyebrows. I usually have to pluck them everyday to keep them nice and shapely but this month has proven hellacious and I have no time for upkeep. I look like Andy Rooney. I'm so ashamed...
Posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 16:51:03
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
You are most welcome Karen Kay. I was so happy to have received that Satyagraha quote myself once upon a time.
I work in a psychiatric hospital. Some days are pretty emotionally rough. It can be hard on my own mental health. I use that quote to remind myself that I chose the right path, that I need to be a tool for my patients to use (not a bucket to hold their problems), that I need to turn to friends and say help! when I need to, and most especially, I need to keep my heart open and warm to my patients, and my friends, and to new people I meet along the path.
BTW - I think you may be closet Buddhist. ;-)
Emmy
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 16:59:35
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 16:13:04
Wow Slinky! Congrats, I hope I'm the first to say it :) That's great, and I hope the rock is huge! Don't settle for less than a very big rock, hear me...
As for Bob, with you out of the picture, maybe I'll be second in line?? I heard he likes younger women you know. And young I am....
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 17:02:28
In reply to Re: Hello, All?, posted by Miss Honeychurch on February 22, 2004, at 16:43:24
I let mine grow out, as they were starting to become very thin. A bit "Hatchet-face" looking. So, I had to walk around for a few weeks with big, bushy brows. And finally they were grown to the point that I could get a new shape!!!! Wow, the best $20 I've ever spent, my dear... My eyes look huge, like a deer's as they are brown. So, now I have a new face almost! And I look fabulous! Why not let them grow out and get a new shape. It works wonders on your ego ladies!
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 17:07:09
In reply to Re: Hello, All?, posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 16:51:03
Buddhist, eh?? I've taken a Philosophy of Religion class, though I can't quite recall much about it. I still have the book though and will have to refresh my memory. I'm honored that you suggested that though, as it is truly a great religion and philosophy to adopt.
And don't forget that if things get rough at work you can always call on us to help you. Please remember that. It sounds like you have such a great [purpose] (for lack of a better word) through your work. And it's wonderful that you try to keep your smile going while things are rough at work. I love people like that, that try to spread joy even when they are feeling low and frustrated,....... That's truly wonderful! I applaud you!
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 17:12:44
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » EmmyS, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 17:07:09
How could I have missed you? I'm quite dense to have done so... Please accept my apologies.
You are truly a woman with pizzaz, though I can't spell it. Actually I left you out so you could get your own post......
I can't say how great your charm is. And your "dameness" (huh, I made that up I think but I think you get the gist) shines through! You're spunky girl and I love it. I only wish you would post more often....
And ZENHUSSY, if you're listening.... Wow, such a beautiful person altogether. You've helped me so much, I couldn't even begin to explain. Thank you for everything and I'm counting the days for your return..... Maybe I'll even post updates with a calendar. I'd like to get to know you better. What do you say?
Posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 17:15:09
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » EmmyS, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 17:07:09
Applause? Well, heck, I'd bow but my halo would fall off!!
I still go to my office on occasion, jump up and down, ranting and raving, pulling out my hair in shear frustration because some patient has decided to refuse their meds yet again.
Then, I breathe deeply a few times, adjust my skirt, walk out (with my hair looking like Einstein after a bike ride) and continue the day.
Oooooooommmmmm.....
Posted by tabitha on February 22, 2004, at 17:19:45
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
OK, OK, you can borrow my red watch.
I've been cutting quite a stylish figure lately. I got a long red print dress, with which I wear red sandals and my red watch, and a black cardigan. Is it too much red? I don't care. I'm just assuming my combo will have that stylish funky look rather than, er, that mentally challenged look.
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 19:16:13
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by tabitha on February 22, 2004, at 17:19:45
Is there a such thing as too much red? Heavens no!
And I know what you mean. Sometimes I wonder if people think my style is "funky" or just, er, as you put it mentally challenged... Actually, I DON'T CARE!! Think what you want but I know I'm the best dressed person out there... Aside from you maybe :) Maybe I should join your group instead of the one with Bubba. Maybe we could share clothes??? I have some outfits to die for, seriously.
Posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 19:21:53
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 17:15:09
Oh yes, we all have those moments. But you choose to walk to your office rather than blow up at people! And that's what's great about it. To have those moments in private rahter than taking it out on some unsuspecting cashier or patient... It's beautiful.
Funny, but I don't really have those moments anymore. Maybe life's treating me a bit too good? Weeelll I must admit, I once hit my boyfriend in the head with a pair of knee high boots. I was holding the end that touches the knee and I kept clobbering him. We joke about it now... But, in my defense, he was being SO annoying and I kept warning him. I felt I had to follow through on my promise to hit him in the head with my boot. I like to keep my promises you know. And, jsut yesterday, I hit him with the remote. I sound rather abusive, but those are the onlyl 2 times I've ever hit him. And he was the cause of my frustration. So, I think it was warranted. I'm actually going to talk to my therapist about this next week. Now it's starting to alarm me..... Oh, I take the anger out on him. At least that means I'm comfortable enough to let him see it???? To heck with theories, I just need to stop!
Posted by gardenergirl on February 22, 2004, at 20:04:54
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
KK,
So nice of you to ask. I'm doing well, finally got over last week, whatever that was. Looking forward to processing it with Bear.School is getting really busy. My deadline for dissertation is set between me and my hubby (he's my coach/boss/chief nagger) for May 15 to be ready to propose. It will take a miracle. Where's Miracle Max when you need him? Also have a final on Thursday for a business class and the project for the class due. Guess I had better start on it.
So, still not much time to babble, but I keep checking in.
You are the best, sweetie! Take care of yourself, too. Give yourself a hug from me, and here's one to go ((((KK))))
gg
Posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 20:19:40
In reply to Re: Are you serious? » Slinky, posted by Dinah on February 22, 2004, at 16:32:44
oops
I -may- be..I've just been to sleep and thought about it...owtch
It was a jokey comment I made to him...so I'm proposing--it's a long story--it could go either way so place yer bets please.Karen K ! I'm still a young chicken and a virgin, so there :)
Posted by fallsfall on February 22, 2004, at 20:43:31
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
My daughter has school vacation this week (are you jealous? I am) so neither she nor I need to worry about her getting up at all! What a relief. She did fairly well at the end of last week.
I'll get her blood test done while she's on vacation!! What a plan!
Posted by Dinah on February 22, 2004, at 20:55:27
In reply to Re: Hold on, posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 20:19:40
Posted by Bobby on February 22, 2004, at 21:20:08
In reply to Re: Hold on, posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 20:19:40
It seems to make you happy just thinking about it--and that in itself is a good thing. Me thinks he is the "crazy" one if he misses this chance. And besides, if he screws up---karen kay is always available.
Posted by Jai Narayan on February 22, 2004, at 21:33:40
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
Dear Sweet Karen Kay, what an awesome tribute to these wonderful people and me. I am moved by your energy and incredible love. You have an ablility to pull people together.
I have a poem that my mother stiched in embroidery thread and sequins:
"I burn my candle at both ends
it will not last the night
but ah my, foes
and oh my friends
it gives a lovely light"This one is for you....for your light is so bright!
Posted by Jai Narayan on February 22, 2004, at 21:45:15
In reply to Re: Hello, All?, posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 16:51:03
> You are most welcome Karen Kay. I was so happy to have received that Satyagraha quote myself once upon a time.
*I loved that quote and read it to my honey. I loved what Ghandi was doing. Kind of reminds me of Ralph Nadar these days.
>
> I work in a psychiatric hospital. Some days are pretty emotionally rough. It can be hard on my own mental health. I use that quote to remind myself that I chose the right path, that I need to be a tool for my patients to use (not a bucket to hold their problems), that I need to turn to friends and say help! when I need to, and most especially, I need to keep my heart open and warm to my patients, and my friends, and to new people I meet along the path.
>
*Not too long ago my mother was a patient at a psych hospital. She died there. I am so happy she was surrounded by people who were loving and kind. My mother was so 'out of it' most of the time. She did have some chrisma.
I always thought I wanted to be a psych Dr. but I realized it would have been a *rescue mother* job choice. I eventually decided I just really couldn't do it.
I am so proud of you, that you can do this job. It's not easy and as a family member of someone who had to be in an institution to save her life...I want to thank you for your attitude and sense of grace. We all need that compassion. I am just so inspired you can do it.
Thank you.
Posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 23:14:24
In reply to Even if you don't get married » Slinky, posted by Bobby on February 22, 2004, at 21:20:08
if he screws up---karen kay is always available.
Go lesbian ?
I tried that - I don't understand women:-)Anyway in UK if there is a leap year the girlies propose marriage to the men..so on 29th-hopefully I'll be a little hypo
I can't marry yet - not until he's able to support me financially
Posted by Slinky on February 22, 2004, at 23:16:27
In reply to Re: Ah, my money's always on you. :) (nm) » Slinky, posted by Dinah on February 22, 2004, at 20:55:27
Posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 23:24:13
In reply to What an amazing job, posted by Jai Narayan on February 22, 2004, at 21:45:15
Jai - We have somthing in common. My mom was an in-patient as well, so the work is in truly in my blood. I feel such a sense of family when I'm there.
I want to take those patients home with me, and become some sort of fat brooding guniea hen. I'd herd them all together into my nest, and just sit right down on them, and keep them warm and safe.
Do you think sitting on patients would be considered a boundary violation?? Emmy
Posted by socialdeviantjeff on February 23, 2004, at 2:00:36
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
Hey, Karen. Of course I'm great... actually, I don't know what end is up emotionally (not the cold, or the drugs, sure of it now) and I feel like crap. Plus I can't think my way through a room.
Sorry I haven't been to chatty lately, I got as far as my mail page an found I had 90 something emails. Mostly spam and messageboard stuff and newsletters and so on. Haven't checked them in a while. Maybe tomorrow.
I'm glad you're doing better (or if not, I'll try to make it better via the collective conscience) because it's important for my future spouse to be more "with it" than me. Plus, you're pretty. Never seen a pic, but I know....
Posted by Tootercat on February 23, 2004, at 13:35:25
In reply to Hello, All?, posted by Karen_kay on February 22, 2004, at 14:31:09
Hello my darling Daughter,
I am teaching Skyler how to say LaLa-bird and KK-bird. I have told him he has human sisters and that he needs to know how to say your names. He doesn't scream about the cage condition or food but if i leave the room he is constantly whistling at me to know where I am and if I don't answer he keeps on whislting till I do. Strangely enough he has NOT learned cusswords (at least that I can discern) and you know what my favorite one is! I have caught the lovely cold/virus that my coworkers decided to come in and share so I am not my normal sparkling self today......but I still love you and am available at all times should you need me!
MOM
Posted by Tootercat on February 23, 2004, at 15:43:43
In reply to Re: Hello, All? » Karen_kay, posted by socialdeviantjeff on February 23, 2004, at 2:00:36
Dearest offspring,
From what I can see you are betrothed to no less than 4 people! You are good (because you take after moi)but honey you would have to be Samantha and be twitching your little nose all the time!
It was very sweet of you to write that long post individually asking about everyone.
Kisses and hugs,
Mom
Posted by Jai Narayan on February 23, 2004, at 19:19:55
In reply to Re: What an amazing job » Jai Narayan, posted by EmmyS on February 22, 2004, at 23:24:13
> Jai - We have somthing in common. My mom was an in-patient as well, so the work is in truly in my blood. I feel such a sense of family when I'm there.
>
What was your mom's diagnosis?
> I want to take those patients home with me, and become some sort of fat brooding guniea hen. I'd herd them all together into my nest, and just sit right down on them, and keep them warm and safe.
>
you are so super cool.> Do you think sitting on patients would be considered a boundary violation?? Emmy
>
only if you did it in anger....but you, sweetie, can sit on me anytime.....I love the body contact for comfort. that sounded a lot different than I meant it....I hope you know I mean it in a nurturing way.
When's your birthday? you don't have to answer if this is too public.
Jai Narayan
Posted by EmmyS on February 23, 2004, at 20:59:07
In reply to you are the BEST!, posted by Jai Narayan on February 23, 2004, at 19:19:55
Mom was schizoaffective. She was in and out of hospitals for most of my life and died by suicide when I was a teen.
Can't give away my mystery birthday tho. I'm a bit paranoid about patients finding me here! They don't need to know what a nut case is treating them! :-)
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