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Then there is also just learning to keep one's mouth shut. It's something I like to practice.

My first instinct on a necklace found next to a trashcan is probably someone dumping stuff from a robbery that they thought didn't have any value. I've seen a lot of empty purses, bags, cheap jewelry, credit cards etc next to/on trashcans.

They probably misjudged the value or didn't think it was worth the trouble.


I usually ignore the stuff unless there a driver's license, which I drop in a mailbox. I once found the FCU from a Sig P320 at a bus stop under a bridge by my house. Turned that one in to the police.

Hello, mania my old friend. Drazzil’s going at it again.

Seriously, talk to a professional. And let up on Blackhawk.

LawBeefaroni wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 12:39 pm My first instinct on a necklace found next to a trashcan is probably someone dumping stuff from a robbery that they thought didn't have any value.

That was actually my first thought too.

gilraen wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:42 pm

LawBeefaroni wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 12:39 pm My first instinct on a necklace found next to a trashcan is probably someone dumping stuff from a robbery that they thought didn't have any value.

That was actually my first thought too.

Everyone loves conscientious robbers.

Drazzil wrote: Sat Feb 12, 2022 6:39 pm I also had a productive conversation with a parental figure who I last spoke to almost 12 years ago. So. There's that.

So. Emotions were running high last night. I talked to my father for the first time in 12 years to inform him of my mother's death. I was a little emotionally strung out and thin skinned and raw and yes. It was a lot of other stuff leading up to that. I was an asshole. Believe this or not I'm not normally this horrible. But for one night I was a total dickhead. Yeah I didn't appreciate a lot of stuff that Blackhawk said, and sometimes I felt like he would stop in to be negative, but that was something beside how I acted last night. I know my apology means little by this point, so I will just have to behave better then I did yesterday.

Alefroth wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 3:06 pm

gilraen wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 1:42 pm

LawBeefaroni wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 12:39 pm My first instinct on a necklace found next to a trashcan is probably someone dumping stuff from a robbery that they thought didn't have any value.

That was actually my first thought too.

Everyone loves conscientious robbers.

Me and my coin dealer especially.

Drazzil wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 5:41 pm

Drazzil wrote: Sat Feb 12, 2022 6:39 pm I also had a productive conversation with a parental figure who I last spoke to almost 12 years ago. So. There's that.

So. Emotions were running high last night. I talked to my father for the first time in 12 years to inform him of my mother's death. I was a little emotionally strung out and thin skinned and raw and yes. It was a lot of other stuff leading up to that. I was an asshole. Believe this or not I'm not normally this horrible. But for one night I was a total dickhead. Yeah I didn't appreciate a lot of stuff that Blackhawk said, and sometimes I felt like he would stop in to be negative, but that was something beside how I acted last night. I know my apology means little by this point, so I will just have to behave better then I did yesterday.

Relax, man. You're making progress. Think about where you were a year ago. These are the good old days.

Jaymann wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 5:51 pm

Drazzil wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 5:41 pm

Drazzil wrote: Sat Feb 12, 2022 6:39 pm I also had a productive conversation with a parental figure who I last spoke to almost 12 years ago. So. There's that.

So. Emotions were running high last night. I talked to my father for the first time in 12 years to inform him of my mother's death. I was a little emotionally strung out and thin skinned and raw and yes. It was a lot of other stuff leading up to that. I was an asshole. Believe this or not I'm not normally this horrible. But for one night I was a total dickhead. Yeah I didn't appreciate a lot of stuff that Blackhawk said, and sometimes I felt like he would stop in to be negative, but that was something beside how I acted last night. I know my apology means little by this point, so I will just have to behave better then I did yesterday.

Relax, man. You're making progress. Think about where you were a year ago. These are the good old days.

You know I am making progress. Since I accepted employment my life has taken off like a rocket. I love being employed. I love everything about working. My co workers and boss actually referred to me as "Relentlessly positive". I spoke to dad about moms death, It was a REALLY good, life affirming conversation, but at the end of it, I was really just emotionally worn out. And I had no call to say and post what I did. I was just.... so off kilter.

Draz - stay off social media when you’re having a rough day etc. it’s clearly a trigger for you and you’re an open raw nerve at times.

FWIW, for years I gave heartfelt advice. There were posts I spent hours on - researching and typing. A few years ago you threw that in everybody's face, and a lot of us came to the conclusion that you were doing it for attention. Quite a few people don't even poke their heads into your posts anymore because of that period. If you're changing, I wish you all the best, but for many of us, it'll be a while before you get the benefit of the doubt. Until then, your methods and motivations are going to be questioned from time to time.

My first wife won't speak to me. I'm not even remotely the same person that I was the last time I had a conversation with her ~27 years ago. But the problems I had then were real, the impact on her and my first son were real, and she has good reason to not want to interact with me. Maybe in a few years that will change. Maybe it won't. But I don't blame her. It's what I earned, and to get a different reaction, I'd have to earn that, too.

Blackhawk wrote: Sun Feb 13, 2022 7:40 pm FWIW, for years I gave heartfelt advice. There were posts I spent hours on - researching and typing. A few years ago you threw that in everybody's face, and a lot of us came to the conclusion that you were doing it for attention. Quite a few people don't even poke their heads into your posts anymore because of that period. If you're changing, I wish you all the best, but for many of us, it'll be a while before you get the benefit of the doubt. Until then, your methods and motivations are going to be questioned from time to time.

Pretty much this. Many of us have seen the cycle numerous times.

First day of work. Trying to keep from getting excited but they REALLY like me and I overheard my supervisor talking with the job coach they assigned me that they are considering me for other jobs with more responsibility based on how I handled myself on my first real day of work for them. That said its SUPER early yet.

Also. I pulled a U'ie in an abandoned parking lot. I parked for a second to look at my phone and something smashed practically into the pavement caught my eye. Turned out it was an earring. 10k Wound up paying for half of another less expensive coin I wanted.

Drazzil wrote: 10k Wound up paying for half of another less expensive coin I wanted.

I don't understand this sentence. You found a single smashed up earring worth $10,000?

McNutt wrote: Mon Feb 14, 2022 8:54 pm

Drazzil wrote: 10k Wound up paying for half of another less expensive coin I wanted.

I don't understand this sentence. You found a single smashed up earring worth $10,000?

10 karat gold

OK, I feel stupid now.

McNutt wrote: Mon Feb 14, 2022 8:54 pm

Drazzil wrote: 10k Wound up paying for half of another less expensive coin I wanted.

I don't understand this sentence. You found a single smashed up earring worth $10,000?

No the earring was 10k gold. Sorry. Stupid sentence structure. It netted me a princely sum of 34 dollars.

Just the little things to stay positive about. I know that things wont stay this good forever. Its nice to concentrate on the positive though. If I keep a smiling face on it tends to be infectious. I know a lot of the patients and staff I interacted with today just lit up when I turn on the charm.

Please.
There is something I can’t put into words. I’ll try. But I’ll blow it.
I worry about:
How you are so quick to share and celebrate random moments of random luck. The little things that help you stay positive shouldn’t be random necklaces and earrings you keep finding.

How you are so quick to share things like “everyone likes me so much” and “I’m all ready being talked about for better work/promotion”, etc.

I believe the 7-11 job started with nearly identical “omg they think I am so awesome!” posts.

This is what manic behavior is, and it’s the other side of the manic/depressive coin you’ve got in your pocket. Recognize it. It’s ok to be positive, heck it’s great to be positive, but there are times I feel like it may be more healthy to curb your enthusiasm. Don’t put it down, just keep it in check vs the depressive thoughts.

Just my two cents.

Drazzil wrote: Mon Feb 14, 2022 9:42 pm Just the little things to stay positive about. I know that things wont stay this good forever. Its nice to concentrate on the positive though. If I keep a smiling face on it tends to be infectious. I know a lot of the patients and staff I interacted with today just lit up when I turn on the charm.

And I’ll reiterate in fear that I will be misread, I’m happy that your outlook is positive and that it is shared with those you speak of. That’s great. Don’t let what I said stop -that-

I also have noticed a trend in your posts that make me pause and think about your well being. But I'm not going to make any suggestions regarding your mental health beyond saying I think you should talk to a therapist. I've done it in the past, as have many people I know. It's a fantastic way to learn about yourself and to find out what you need to be a happier, healthier person.

hepcat wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 10:42 am I also have noticed a trend in your posts that make me pause and think about your well being. But I'm not going to make any suggestions regarding your mental health beyond saying I think you should talk to a therapist. I've done it in the past, as have many people I know. It's a fantastic way to learn about yourself and to find out what you need to be a happier, healthier person.

I am seeing a prescriber and a councilor. I also thank you guys for bringing this up. As I was told earlier I have to watch the highs as well as the lows. Thanks for bringing this up as I think you have a point.

And if you find one that's also a coin collector....SCORE!

So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense?

My threshold is the introduction of talking appliances.

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

hepcat wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:59 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense?

My threshold is the introduction of talking appliances.

Alexa.....

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

And to think the gold for that jewelry was formed in the heart of a supernova billions of years ago. The universe is amazing.

Jaymann wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:27 pm

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

And to think the gold for that jewelry was formed in the heart of a supernova billions of years ago. The universe is amazing.

It gets better then that. carbon can only be formed by dead stars. In a real way the stars are our younger siblings. Kinda staggering when you think about it all

I thought I'd found my youthful exuberance and childhood hope in the parking lot last night after work...but it was just a gum wrapper.

Jaymann wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:27 pm

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

And to think the gold for that jewelry was formed in the heart of a supernova billions of years ago. The universe is amazing.

We are all made of stardust.

You're welcome.

I'd say this thread delivers...but it really doesn't.

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

That's why my mind immediately goes to vampires. When you also consider our telescopes are largely mirror-based, we can't rule out that we're dealing with space vampires as we'd never see them coming.

We don't make mirrors out of silver anymore. That was Stoker's literary flair, anyway.

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

Isgrimnur wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 2:12 pm We don't make mirrors out of silver anymore. That was Stoker's literary flair, anyway.

Yeah, because the space vampires collected them all and sold them to pawn brokers to get coins. Try and keep up!

Smoove_B wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 2:34 pm

Isgrimnur wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 2:12 pm We don't make mirrors out of silver anymore. That was Stoker's literary flair, anyway.

Yeah, because the space vampires collected them all and sold them to pawn brokers to get coins. Try and keep up!

We did what now?

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 2:17 pm

Drazzil wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 1:22 pm

Octavious wrote: Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:57 pm So how ridiculous does this have to get before you all realize this is nonsense? Why did I come in here? Why am I posting in it? I need a beer.

Maybe I'll find a treasure chest in the parking lot at lunch. Fingers crossed.

I mean if you doubt me I can post the receipts for the sales. This story does have fantastical elements to it. I mean, two pieces of jewelry in a week and a half. Almost unbelievable.

Okie dokie lemme see if I can find the recepts.