If it's any help one of the books I'm writing is called "Davy Crocket: The true and fictional tale of the Frontier's most famous statesman."
The other one that's aimed at the historical crowd is "Native Conversion Experiences in 17th Century New England."
Which would you buy?
First, def.
My personal favorite moderately-historical (not) books are "It all started with Columbus: A merry Mangling of US history", "It all started with Stones and Clubs: A Brief History of Warfare", and "The lives of the presidents: Fame, Shame, and What the Neighbors thought".
The first two are by Richard Armour, which should say a lot about my taste in literature. The last is a children's book that I love ever so dearly.
By the way, I'm nearly on my fourth box of lotion tissues. Which means I've blown my nose roughly 520 times in the past few days. Even with the lotion tissues, my nose is freaking raw.
If you have access to some, I've found that the very best stuff for that is udder balm. As in, what farmers put on their cows' udders so they're not too sore from the milking. It's pretty much the only thing that has helped me without any burning whatsoever.
Guru drink lots and lots of orange juice, or take lots of vitamin C, you need to pump up your immune system.
Other than that, stay warm and get lots of rest.
If you have access to some, I've found that the very best stuff for that is udder balm. As in, what farmers put on their cows' udders so they're not too sore from the milking. It's pretty much the only thing that has helped me without any burning whatsoever.
I spent the evening in the pub with some friends (well actually in the garden out back), And we saw a meteroite/sattelite burn up in the atmosphere. It lasted for around 5 seconds, and bits were coming off. It didn't look too dissimilar to the colombia disaster. Only in the dark.
When your nose is cut to shreds a bit of sticky's worth it for some relief. As a plus you can always lick it off when you're done with it, if you're rotten.
When your nose is cut to shreds a bit of sticky's worth it for some relief. As a plus you can always lick it off when you're done with it, if you're rotten.
Ewwwwwwwwwww.
I dunno, I just don't really like the thought of putting something sugary on raw skin. Sounds like a recipe for some sort of infection. Why not just use some sort of antiseptic ointment?
I dunno, I just don't really like the thought of putting something sugary on raw skin. Sounds like a recipe for some sort of infection. Why not just use some sort of antiseptic ointment?
Yeah, not sure I'd use honey for that. On the other hand, honey works better than cough drops for clearing a scratchy throat if you take it by itself. Plus it tastes better. Yay honey sicks.
Also, I think I might be starting to pull out of this thing. Sure, I still feel like crap and have the worst headache I've had all week, but other than that, I think my symptoms are getting a little better.
Yeah, not sure I'd use honey for that. On the other hand, honey works better than cough drops for clearing a scratchy throat if you take it by itself. Plus it tastes better. Yay honey sicks.
Also, I think I might be starting to pull out of this thing. Sure, I still feel like crap and have the worst headache I've had all week, but other than that, I think my symptoms are getting a little better.
I can help with headaches, as that's something I've had to deal with for most of my life. Caffeine. That's the best way to ditch a headache. Especially if it's a sinus headache or a migraine.
Basically, the idea is that the caffeine constricts your blood vessels a little bit, allowing more blood to rush through the sore areas and deliver the agents that...fix them, I guess. I don't really know much about the medical reasons, but my own doctor recommended that I drink more caffeinated things to deal with headaches.
Generally, I find that a Diet Pepsi does the trick or a strong caffeinated tea.
Well, I had some tea, and I know it had caffeine in it, but I don't know how much, and I don't think my headache has gotten much better. On the other hand, I normally have no problem consuming the strongest source of caffeine in the house, but Mountain Dew (or just pop in general) doesn't really sound great to me when I'm sick.
Before you, amongst the fiery remains of a once proud civilisation, stands the almighty, horrific and recently resurrected great dragon of Cumelot. The creature's vast, immense wing span far exceeds the puny and limited notions of human biology. The living terror's razor sharp fangs align as though they were obbidient soldiers, awaiting the General's command to execute upon a whim. It's mighty talons bend outward from it's misshapen and deceptively fraile body, much like the almighty outstretched limbs of the undoubtedly inferior demon; the Beelzebub himself.
You approach the fearsome Basilisk with much trepidation and tremendous fear. With great horror and an unnerving curiosity; you outstrecth your trembling arm and connect your mortal finger, constructed purely of innocent and holy strands, upon the course texture of the monstrosity's hide.
Within that very moment, the nightmare personified let's rip a terrible screech of anguish and torment. As a brave and revered hero of the Southern Marshes, you contemplate your next strategic move...
Do you....
A: Aggravate the horrendous beast with your magical pokey stick of +10 dexterity.
B: Use your magical potion of Hilla-Billy-Noodle-Nim-Rod to pacify the demon bitch.
C: Run to the nearest generic barrel and cower like the lowly worm that you truly are.
Buy Mr. Demon a vanilla ice cream, with extra sprinkles.
FYI, it's pronounced "key·youm·e·lot". Take yer warped, filthy, wretched minds out of the mildew ridden gutter and face the demon that stands before you. Confront your fears, yer ragged pile of sheep's innards, yer.
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Though I think I'm going to go with "The Orientalist Misperception" myself.
If it's any help one of the books I'm writing is called "Davy Crocket: The true and fictional tale of the Frontier's most famous statesman."
The other one that's aimed at the historical crowd is "Native Conversion Experiences in 17th Century New England."
Which would you buy?
First, def.
My personal favorite moderately-historical (not) books are "It all started with Columbus: A merry Mangling of US history", "It all started with Stones and Clubs: A Brief History of Warfare", and "The lives of the presidents: Fame, Shame, and What the Neighbors thought".
The first two are by Richard Armour, which should say a lot about my taste in literature. The last is a children's book that I love ever so dearly.
If you have access to some, I've found that the very best stuff for that is udder balm. As in, what farmers put on their cows' udders so they're not too sore from the milking. It's pretty much the only thing that has helped me without any burning whatsoever.
I suggest a hot bath or shower. Also keeps you warm and gets rid of the sweat, if only temporarily.
Other than that, stay warm and get lots of rest.
This is pretty much my philosophy on life.
Failing that, honey works a treat as well.
Wouldn't that be rather...sticky?
When your nose is cut to shreds a bit of sticky's worth it for some relief. As a plus you can always lick it off when you're done with it, if you're rotten.
Ewwwwwwwwwww.
I dunno, I just don't really like the thought of putting something sugary on raw skin. Sounds like a recipe for some sort of infection. Why not just use some sort of antiseptic ointment?
I went to bar trivia last night. Our team name was "Billy Mayes here for diarrhea!"
Because, honestly, the guy could sell anything. Anything.
Our trivia team name is always "Team Astrobase Go!"
Once we came in second to a team called (v. rude)
Yeah, not sure I'd use honey for that. On the other hand, honey works better than cough drops for clearing a scratchy throat if you take it by itself. Plus it tastes better. Yay honey sicks.
Also, I think I might be starting to pull out of this thing. Sure, I still feel like crap and have the worst headache I've had all week, but other than that, I think my symptoms are getting a little better.
I can help with headaches, as that's something I've had to deal with for most of my life. Caffeine. That's the best way to ditch a headache. Especially if it's a sinus headache or a migraine.
Basically, the idea is that the caffeine constricts your blood vessels a little bit, allowing more blood to rush through the sore areas and deliver the agents that...fix them, I guess. I don't really know much about the medical reasons, but my own doctor recommended that I drink more caffeinated things to deal with headaches.
Generally, I find that a Diet Pepsi does the trick or a strong caffeinated tea.
You approach the fearsome Basilisk with much trepidation and tremendous fear. With great horror and an unnerving curiosity; you outstrecth your trembling arm and connect your mortal finger, constructed purely of innocent and holy strands, upon the course texture of the monstrosity's hide.
Within that very moment, the nightmare personified let's rip a terrible screech of anguish and torment. As a brave and revered hero of the Southern Marshes, you contemplate your next strategic move...
Do you....
A: Aggravate the horrendous beast with your magical pokey stick of +10 dexterity.
B: Use your magical potion of Hilla-Billy-Noodle-Nim-Rod to pacify the demon bitch.
C: Run to the nearest generic barrel and cower like the lowly worm that you truly are.
... the choice, my friends, is yours.
He uses Procerin. That and Rogaine do wonders.
I don't want to face ANYTHING named that.
FYI, it's pronounced "key·youm·e·lot". Take yer warped, filthy, wretched minds out of the mildew ridden gutter and face the demon that stands before you. Confront your fears, yer ragged pile of sheep's innards, yer.
Ice cream...yum...
Also, welcome back, Davies. You sure do know how to make an entrance.
Does that mean I want to be the green ranger?
...I like my theory more. :C
Also, just got done with my date. Was totally fulfilling.