MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'fun,'. Tue, 04 May 2010 18:19:44 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3524109&cid=t_299680_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhealthy-active-kids-come-from-healthy-active-adults%2F2010.05.02 Kids are like dogs — you can train them until they’re too old to train. Then they’re going to do whatever they want. The key to getting kids to exercise is to make it fun for them. But they aren’t going to exercise if it isn’t made a part of their normal routine. It’s up to adults to train them. Mrs. Happy and I had the joyous opportunity of inviting our 10-year-old niece to her first-ever running event. She had never ever run in a race before. We did the two-mile race and she loved it. And amazingly, she finished without stopping — not even once. Our nation is raising a nation of fat and lazy kids because we’re lazy adults. We drive everywhere. We sit at our desks. We get food on the run. We watch a lot of television. We surf the Net a bunch... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3524109 Sun, 02 May 2010 16:00:00 +0100 3524109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3515291&cid=t_299680_86_f&fid=34464&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecordings.talkshoe.com%2FTC-81240%2FTS-349359.mp3 So I listened to the first LibPunk podcast and can honestly say I’ve never so enjoyed listening to libaryfolk talk about librarianating. You can download the mp3 or listen in the embedded player below: Sarah and Kendra have a site here: http://libpunk.info/ Here’s the Podcast feed. Want to join in? Do! Download audio file (TS-349359.mp3) (Source: davidrothman.net) davidrothman.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3515291 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:12:16 +0100 3515291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508381&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fmy-take-bayers-nintendo-enabled-didget-glucose-meter-available-now.html The tech blogs are all abuzz today over Bayer’s new DIDGET meter, designed just for kids, which integrates BG testing into the world of video games: “Bayer’s DIDGET is the first and only blood glucose meter that connects directly to Nintendo DS and DS Lite and helps kids manage their diabetes by rewarding them for consistent [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508381 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:30:36 +0100 3508381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3505094&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fhonor_your_dff_diabetes_friends_forever_and_win_prizes.php © GwennypicsWhat: Diabetes Friends Forever Contest Where: www.diabetesfriendsforever.com When: Enter now until April 30, 2010 Millions of people living with diabetes look to family, friends, healthcare professionals and more for support and guidance. We all have someone in our life we consider our "BFF" - now it's your turn to tell us who you think of as your "DFF", your Diabetes Friend Forever. Help Dreamfields Pasta honor these unsung heroes by visiting www.diabetesfriendsforever.com. Actress, author, co-host of the The View ... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3505094 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 08:00:00 +0100 3505094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3502992&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FRg1vWIrv018%2F In case you need further proof that the human race is doomed, here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods. On a hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. (darn, and that’s the only time I have to work on my hair). On a bag of Chips: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. (the shoplifter special?) On a bar of soap: “Directions: Use like regular soap.” (and that would be how???….) On some frozen dinners: “Serving suggestion: Defrost.” (but, it’s “just” a suggestion). On Bread Pudding: “Product will be hot after heating.” (…and you thought????…) On packaging for an iron: “Do not iron clothes on body.” (but wouldn’t this save me more time?) On Sleep Aid: “Warning: May caus... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3502992 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 02:08:32 +0100 3502992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501710&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Finstructions-on-labels%2F In case you need further proof that the human race is doomed, here are some actual label instructions on consumer goods. On a hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. (darn, and that’s the only time I have to work on my hair). On a bag of Chips: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. (the shoplifter special?) On a bar of soap: “Directions: Use like regular soap.” (and that would be how???….) On some frozen dinners: “Serving suggestion: Defrost.” (but, it’s “just” a suggestion). On Bread Pudding: “Product will be hot after heating.” (…and you thought????…) On packaging for an iron: “Do not iron clothes on body.” (but wouldn’t this save me more time?) On Sleep Aid: “Warning: May caus... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501710 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 02:08:32 +0100 3501710 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3494332&cid=t_299680_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FkRZsyy2-VNk%2Fplastic-surgery-abcs.html A is for Abbe Flap, Abdominoplasty, Augmentation Mammoplasty B is for Blepharoplasty, Breast Reconstruction, Burns C is for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Chemical Peels, Cleft Lip Repair D is for Decubitus Ulcer Care, Dermabrasion E is for Estlander Flap, Extensor Tendon Surgery F is for Facial Reconstruction, Fingertip Injuries, Flaps G is for Grafts, Gorlin’s Syndrome, Gynecomastia H is for Hand Surgery, Hemagiomas, Hemifacia Microsomia I is for Implants, Inverted Nipple Correction J is for Juvederm, Jessner’s Solution K is for Keloids, Kraissel’s Lines, K-wires L is for Langer’s Lines, Le Fort Fractures, Liposuction M is for Madelung’s Deformity, Melanoma, Mastectomy N is for Nail Bed Injuries, Nevus Excision, Neuromas O is for Omphaloceles, Orbital Fractures, Otoplasty P is for P... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3494332 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:01:00 +0100 3494332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490812&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fhappy-birthday-to-me.html Glucose averages looking good. Got a clean mammogram result last week. Enjoying a beautiful — if not entirely sunny — day today with my partner (still the love of my life) and my three unbelievable girls. Thinking about how much fun we had over Spring Break a few weeks’ back: Life is good, even when you no [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490812 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:20:08 +0100 3490812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490877&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2F30-natural-highs%2F Think about each one BEFORE going on to the next one……… IT DOES MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD, especially the thought at the end. 1. Falling in love. 2. Laughing so hard your face hurts. 3. A hot shower. 4. No lines at the supermarket 5. A special glance. 6. Getting mail 7. Taking a drive on a pretty road. 8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio. 9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside. 10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer. 11. Finding the sweater you want is on sale for half price. 12. Chocolate milkshake. (or vanilla!) (or strawberry) 13. A long distance phone call. 14. A bubble bath. 15. Giggling. 16. A good conversation. 17 The beach 18. Finding a 20 note in your coat from last winter. 19. Laughing at yourself. 20. Midnight phone calls that last for hours. 21. Running ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490877 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:49:51 +0100 3490877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490660&cid=t_299680_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FgYg0cgt-X-A%2Fanatomical-abcs.html A is for Abdomen, Aorta, Appendix B is for Bones, Brain,  Breast C is for Clavicle, Colon, Cornea D is for Dermatomes, Diaphragm, Duodenum E is for Ear, Epiglottis, Esophagus F is for Face, Femur, Fibula G is for Gallbladder, Ganglion, Glands H is for Hand, Heart, Hip, Hyoid I is for Ileum, Intestines, Iris J is for Jaw, Joint, Jugular K is for Kidney, Knee L is for Ligament, Lip, Liver, Lung M is for Mandible, Mouth, Muscles N is for Nerves, Nipple, Nose O is for Omentum, Orbit, Ovary P is for Palate, Pancreas, Pelvis, Prostate Q is for Quadriceps Muscle R is for Radius, Rectum, Ribs S is for Scalp, Spleen, Spine, Stomach T is for Tendon, Thyroid, Tongue, Trachea U is for Ulna, Umbilicus, Ureter, Uterus V is for Vagina, Veins, Ventricle, Vertebra W is for Wing (of sphenoid bone), Wri... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490660 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:01:00 +0100 3490660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3490803&cid=t_299680_133_f&fid=35084&url=http%3A%2F%2Fballastexistenz.autistics.org%2F%3Fp%3D621 None of these photos are of today. Today was far more… vigorous. [Photo shows Fey, a grey ticked cat with a white stripe down her belly, white paws, white chin, and a white four-pointed star on her nose, with yellow-green eyes. She is lying on her side, with one paw curled over.] Today was one of the first days it was warm enough to take Fey out again since last fall. As usual, she was not happy with the actual feel of being lifted and put into the PetPocket. But everything else about her behavior — even including loving to sleep on the PetPocket — has always seemed to show that the good part of these walks tends to outweigh the bad (although when you’re dealing with someone whose only language is Feline, it’s always possible you’re missing something m... Ballastexistenz blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3490803 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 04:30:36 +0100 3490803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487145&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=35088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fqw88nb88.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F04%2F20%2F4011-if-eat-then-sit%2F My hungry 9-month old grandson is being a wiggle-worm.  He wants his banana now, and like Prot, is trying to eat it whole, peel and all. “Come on lad, let Grandma mash this up for you – no, we don’t eat the peel – here’s your high chair -” Much squirming and complaining, “NANA NANA!”  (I’m not [...] (Source: Andrea's Buzzing About:) Andrea's Buzzing About: blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487145 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 02:50:25 +0100 3487145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483137&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FQLt8IFYFgMs%2Fnever_go_anywhere_unprepared.php Shy about openly carrying condoms around your pocketbook? Well, hide them in a tasteful little case - a variety of styles, including, for those with a sense of humor and fun, these Kitty cases, pre-packaged with two condoms each: Conflict of Interest: this is Bride of Coturnix's store (look around for other items). Every item sold puts money in our joint account. Which is good for me as I am owing tons in taxes..... Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483137 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:51:33 +0100 3483137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3483063&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fwhats-new-in-diabetes-goods-reader-tips.html Thankfully, many readers send me emails when they hear about something newsworthy/ different/ fun/ controversial/ or quirky in the world of diabetes. Thank you! And keep those tips coming, pahhhleeese, People. Today, from the mailbag, three items that I simply had to share: New OneTouch Delica Lancing Device This one’s so new it doesn’t even appear on the [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3483063 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:00:06 +0100 3483063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3463781&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Ftuesday-tickle.html Last week, my husband and I took the whole gang — three kids plus my oldest daughter’s best friend — on a roadtrip down to LA for Spring Break.  Seven hours in the car is never a great experience, but now that their ages range from 7-12, it’s getting much less painless. (No one barfed! Not [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3463781 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:00:49 +0100 3463781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3456884&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FPmAMBm41NQU%2Fdeadline_stop_motion_video_mad.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3456884 Sat, 10 Apr 2010 16:23:32 +0100 3456884 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3454116&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fsneak-preview-extreme-diabetes-makeover-underway-at-tcoyd-now.html If you enjoy “The Biggest Loser” or other reality shows in that vein, and you have diabetes, you’re gonna love this!! Several years in the making, the TCOYD “Extreme Diabetes Makeover” program is underway now; episodes will start airing in May on TCOYD.org and its own TV channel, on YouTube, and at RealAge.com, the popular consumer [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3454116 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:00:01 +0100 3454116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3443987&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2Fdz3R0oC1PDE%2F This article from Readers Digest may be of help. You and your partner can rediscover intimacy and pleasure with these tips. Hormones may be primarily responsible for your sex drive, but nurturing your passion for your partner will work wonders for keeping desire burning strong. If your sex life has cooled of late, try these tips to help rekindle the flame. Topics included in this article are; Plan your encounters. Change your routine. Slow down and enjoy it more. Try different positions. Continue your lovemaking over several sessions. Savour the experience. Full story at Readers Digest See also; Sensual Massage A word about sex relations Alcoholism, Addiction & Codependency Recovery Bookstore Hazelden Books, DVD's & Medalions (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3443987 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:21:44 +0100 3443987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3429380&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fnew-top-10-super-diabetes-links.html After at least 20 minutes of research, here they are, in Letterman-style countdown order: 10. High Fat Diets Make Us Lazy & Stupid (Really? Us? Or just the rats?) 9. dLife: People are Stupid (a little dated, but still relevant?) 8. Eureka! It’s the Soda’s Fault 7. Ultra Diabetes on Wikipedia (sort of – eat your heart out, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3429380 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:00:34 +0100 3429380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3429195&cid=t_299680_90_f&fid=0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fannietv600.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F04%2F01%2Fdiagramprize%2F Crocheting Adventures with Hyperbolic Planes has won the 2009 Diagram Prize, awarded annually since 1978 by The Bookseller, a British trade magazine for the publishing industry.    Read about the history of the prize in Wikipedia. Horace Bent, The Bookseller magazine’s legendary diarist and custodian of the prize, said: “Crocheting Adventures with Hyperbolic Planes proved to be the initial front runner. It defended its poll-topping position despite strong support for the spoon-carrying Third Reich, once again attempting to muscle in on someone else’s territory”. Read more about the current winner here. This year’s finalists: What Kind of Bean is this Chihuahua? Collectible Spoons of the Third Reich Afterthoughts of a Worm Hunter Governing Lethal Behavior in Autonomous... ANNE T-V's BLOG blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3429195 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:52:00 +0100 3429195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3424910&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F03%2F30%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-march-30-2010%2F There’s just a few days left in March and we’re heading straight for the spring season! Some of you may be busy preparing for Easter weekend while others are in the thick of spring break. Whatever you’re doing, we hope you’ll stop by and see what’s buzzing over at our blogs this week. I’ve scoured our blogs to find the best, most popular posts so that you can quickly click through and find your favorite ones. Happy Hunting! And make sure to come back later in the week for another round of, “Best of Our Blogs.” Music Education Helps Kids Brains With Sound Stimuli (Family Mental Health) – Music isn’t just all fun and games. Did you know it actually helps with communication skills? Hard to believe that all that noise in a music class... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3424910 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 18:06:42 +0100 3424910 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3412594&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FuRioCxDYzTI%2F Many people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling, co-dependency and Adult Child of Alcoholism may need new social and exercise strategies to assist on their recovery journey. Take 10 If dancing is a rare activity for you, one you take part in only at the occasional wedding reception (if then!), then it’s time to get in touch with your inner John Travolta or Olivia Newton-John. Dancing, like walking or cycling, is a great no-cost or low-cost way to build aerobic fitness, improve balance and strengthen your muscles at any age. And you don’t have to wait for a special event or find a partner to enjoy dance’s benefits. You can even pick dance as your main physical activity. Research presented at the 2009 annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine sh... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3412594 Sat, 27 Mar 2010 22:50:08 +0100 3412594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3395261&cid=t_299680_122_f&fid=35068&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbrainwindows.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F23%2Fupdate-expert-research-blog-of-the-year%2F Brain Windows just won the expert-level category for the researchblogging.com 2010 awards! Thank you for voting. I will try to keep the posting frequency and quality up. And I finally figured out how the citation thing works with researchblogging.org so all my new posts will be included on their aggregator and I’ll try to import the relevant older ones as well. I also want to get back to posting some raw science data that will probably never make it into a publication. BrainWindows, the future journal of calibration curves and negative results Now back to lab meeting prep… Filed under: Fun, Science blogs, scientific publishing Tagged: award, researchblogging (Source: Brain Windows) Brain Windows blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3395261 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:31:59 +0100 3395261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3395375&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FeHP5aqmpAgQ%2F Sex for Grownups – Great Sex After 50 Sex So Good That You Won’t Believe You Waited This Long to Enjoy It! Celebrity psychologist and sexpert Dr. Dorree Lynn has helped thousands of people over the last four decades achieve intimacy, vitality, and the best sex of their lives no matter what their age. In Sex for Grownups, Dr. Dorree delves deeply where other books only peek and proves that grownup sex, like fine wine, truly does get better with age. Whether you think sex is a bore or a chore, or you are suffering from performance anxiety, you’ll find personal stories and real questions as well as candid answers. Dr. Dorree offers solutions to a myriad of sex issues that are more common than you may know. Learn how to: Turn so-so sex into turn-on sex Reignite the passion i... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3395375 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 03:01:00 +0100 3395375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3395319&cid=t_299680_133_f&fid=35452&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graphictruth.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fbarefoot-in-times-that-try-mens-soles.html When I get depressed and lose my way, I often find the answer to my questions can be found in Scripture.fnord Principia Discordia by grouchogandhiI have been so disgusted with you people. Seriously. So I have been Elsewhere, mostly in Second Life. I'd tell you where, but then I'd be inundated with people who wanted to talk politics, save my soul or worse yet, people who get the two concepts confused in their minds.For lo, it is not a great sign of Progress when a democratic majority in the United States cannot simply pass a straightforward Health Reform bill, nor is the current bastard compromise up to the standards of any actually civilized nation.When people like Glenn Beck hoot and holler about how "social justice" is a code word for Nazism and Socialism and you should leave your church... Graphictruth blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3395319 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:37:00 +0100 3395319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3420568&cid=t_299680_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2F-nSGu_fgE_E%2F I’m taking a break from the normal post today for two reasons: We are on vacation for a quick week in Marco Island, Florida! There is a contest at Lydia’s Uniforms blog for the best of the top 25 nursing blogs. First of all, the pictures are of my two sons, Ryland (22) and Kingsley (14).  Ryland is pictured with the longer hair; Kingsley is my ‘little’ one with shorter hair.  The picture of all three includes my father, Jerry (84).  He has rented a condominium here every winter for the last 28 years to get out of the beastly cold in Iowa!  He stated this was the coldest winter in southern Florida that he can remember in all of those years.  My youngest son was watching the news on the computer last night and learned that our home town had just received another ‘last blast�... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3420568 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:29:46 +0100 3420568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3386998&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2010%2F03%2F20%2Fcolonoscopy-song-best-hits%2F Kevin, MD posted a video of Peter Yarrow who teamed up with CBS to deliver a serious message about the importance of screening for colon cancer. Well, this is not the only video focusing on this issue. (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3386998 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:07:02 +0100 3386998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3374322&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F03%2Ffrom-ireland-with-love-and-diabetes.html I often wonder what it would be like to have diabetes in a different western industrialized country — one that has a sensible, functioning health care system, for example. Or just someplace smaller, and greener. This being St. Patrick’s Day, I thought I’d look up Ireland. Here are a some interesting wee tidbits that Google coughed up: ♣ [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3374322 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:00:38 +0100 3374322 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3370472&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F03%2F16%2Flessons-learned-from-sxswi-2010%2F Since 1999, I’ve been attending the SXSW interactive conference off and on over the years. This year’s SXSWi conference (one leg of the annual three-leg SXSW interactive, film and music festival) was in some ways no different than in years past, but in other ways, way different (with its highest attendance yet — somewhere between 13,000 and 14,000 people). Here are a few tidbits of random insights from this year’s conference outing. 1. Keynotes are Key Conference-goers look forward to the keynotes. They are, by definition, the highlight of the day and sometimes of the entire conference. Keynotes cannot just be individuals promoting their own work, product or company (and believing the audience can generalize from this usually very-unique set of experiences). They ne... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3370472 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:33:07 +0100 3370472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3374390&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fthe-g-spot-male-and-female%2F People in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and codependency are in the process of discovering and rediscovering their sexuality. Sensuality and stimulation become important for, perhaps, dormant sexual responses. The G-spot is one of the high spots of many a love-making experience. It was discovered in 1950 but unlike most newly-discovered areas, this one wasn’t found by your typical beardy explorer with gangrene and frostbite. It was discovered by Gynaecologist Ernst Grafenberg. He found a highly erogenous zone inside the vagina that gets bigger when directly stimulated. This discovery caused quite a sensation, as you can imagine, but his revelation has been doubted for quite some time. The male G-spot is the prostate gland (more of that later) but the female one is still under d... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3374390 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:40:00 +0100 3374390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3370688&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FxE605fDYLwo%2F People in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and codependency are in the process of discovering and rediscovering their sexuality. Sensuality and stimulation become important for, perhaps, dormant sexual responses. The G-spot is one of the high spots of many a love-making experience. It was discovered in 1950 but unlike most newly-discovered areas, this one wasn’t found by your typical beardy explorer with gangrene and frostbite. It was discovered by Gynaecologist Ernst Grafenberg. He found a highly erogenous zone inside the vagina that gets bigger when directly stimulated. This discovery caused quite a sensation, as you can imagine, but his revelation has been doubted for quite some time. The male G-spot is the prostate gland (more of that later) but the female one is still under d... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3370688 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:40:00 +0100 3370688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3370690&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FDzHwfBiCKLU%2F The strength of our recovery is in direct proportion to our ability to laugh at ourselves. Laughter heals, particularly the laughter that comes when we understand the lifesaving difference between “how it was” before recovery and “how it is” living in sobriety. These hearty cartoons and humorous anecdotes reflect with powerful clarity how our drinking or drug-using days contrast with our lives today. Laughter helps us celebrate our recovery and it reminds us how grateful we are for sobriety and for the priceless camaraderie of people in Twelve Step Fellowships. - Order today >> God Grant Me The Laughter - Alcoholism, Addiction & Codependency Recovery Bookstore Hazelden Books, DVD's & Medalions (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3370690 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:31:00 +0100 3370690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3366381&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F03%2Ffrom-green-beer-to-guinness-stout-champagne-and-more-%25e2%2580%2593-tips-to-sip-it-safely.html Alcohol and diabetes. Never a more timely topic than this week. Please enjoy today’s guest post responsibly A Guest Post by Hope Warshaw, nutrition expert and CDE St Paddy’s Day 2010 is just days away. Thinking of gulps of green beer or Guinness Stout, or sips of Irish whiskey or Bailey’s? Alcohol, in its [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3366381 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:00:08 +0100 3366381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3366437&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FfEgrD3bNONY%2F A study conducted by researchers at Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust (UK) has indicated that eating small amounts of chocolate every day can help to reduce the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). People who took part in the study earlier this year reported feeling significantly less fatigue after eating 45g of specially formulated dark chocolate each day for eight weeks. They also reported feeling more fatigue when they stopped eating the dark chocolate and were receiving a placebo instead. CFS has long been a condition which has challenged the NHS as its causes are still not fully understood. Diagnosing the condition is difficult as many of the symptoms are similar to other illnesses and, since there is currently no known cure, treatment concentrates mainly on managing ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3366437 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 21:34:22 +0100 3366437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3359233&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FqePvV2a5h14%2Fwe_got_cartooned.php ROFL! Can you recognize your favourite sciencebloggers in this comic strip by Joseph Hewitt? To see larger (and read the associated text) go to Ataraxia Theatre Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3359233 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:24:24 +0100 3359233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3354373&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34706&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrdeborahserani.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fsleep-disorders-are-no-laughing.html (Source: Dr. Deborah Serani) Dr. Deborah Serani blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3354373 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:31:00 +0100 3354373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3354586&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F8mNubGYqGzY%2F Women in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-dependency often may need new skills in the bedroom. These 5 tips may help. Want to give your man a thrilling experience like never before? Here are 5 really simple ways to make your lovemaking hotter, steamier and more passionate, starting tonight! This is a sampler the full story is at the Ask Dan and Jennifer site. 1. The best position for his enjoyment Practically every animal species utilizes the rear-entry “doggy-style” position, so it is a natural one for humans to enjoy, as well. While you won’t have face-to-face contact, there are many benefits. It’s great for guys because it gives them full control. 2. Find your man’s “hidden” zones Yes, men love to be touched sensually too. I call these “hidden” zones because ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3354586 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:11:29 +0100 3354586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3350584&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2Fig6BoZVODJg%2F This study is very important to modern society. This is especially so since the sexual revolution opened peoples minds to a broader range of sexuality and sexual expression. Historically, the reasons people have sex have been assumed to be few in number and simple in nature– to reproduce, to experience pleasure, or to relieve sexual tension. Several theoretical perspectives suggest that motives for engaging in sexual intercourse may be larger in number and psychologically complex in nature. The survey included heterosexual and gay men. Here are the top reasons men have sex; I was attracted to the person It feels good I wanted to experience the physical pleasure It’s fun I wanted to show my affection to the person I was sexually aroused and wanted the release I was ‘‘horny’’ ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3350584 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:49:06 +0100 3350584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3335527&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fflashback-friday-excerpts-from-the-dr-seuss-%25e2%2580%259cfun-with-diabetes%25e2%2580%259d-book.html This Tuesday, March 2, was Dr. Seuss’ birthday. I can’t believe I nearly missed it this year. I really should make it an annual tradition to reprint the following, which I penned back in March 2005. This thing has ricocheted around the diabetes community, across the US and beyond: Excerpts from the Dr. Seuss “Fun with [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3335527 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:00:14 +0100 3335527 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3339815&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FBB2yM86zcwI%2F 6 beers 2 glasses of wine 2 bottles of wine – shared of course Too many Margaritas 3 Kamikazes 7 rum & cokes 1 large purple haze 3 martinis 1 bottle of Tequila NB; To our knowledge, none of these animals actually drank alcohol. (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3339815 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:29:37 +0100 3339815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3331442&cid=t_299680_122_f&fid=35068&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbrainwindows.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F04%2Ffree-will-choose-your-own-adventure%2F Another take on Free Will from Luke Surl comics… Filed under: Fun, philosophy Tagged: comic, free will (Source: Brain Windows) Brain Windows blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3331442 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:40:35 +0100 3331442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3331349&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F03%2F04%2Fon-being-a-student-therapist-week-four%2F One of the “fun” parts of being a Master’s student (fun in quotes because it depends on how you take it) is that you get to be a guinea pig. Not just in your own experience as a learner, but at the mercy of professors doing research, doctoral students conducting experiments, and random investigators from other universities sending out electronic surveys via email for you to fill out regarding all aspects of your counseling life. All of them say participation is completely optional and there’s no compensation, but would be very much appreciated. Last semester, I pretty much agreed to participate in everything. My helping nature made me think, “You might be asking others to do this someday yourself, and good karma comes around.” This semester, I am way more protectiv... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3331349 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:30:51 +0100 3331349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3331244&cid=t_299680_86_f&fid=34464&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDavidrothmannet%2F%7E3%2FtxDaVQx9gmo%2F I love these solely based on my experience as a patron of a public library, trying (and failing) to enjoy the ebooks and audiobooks they offer. I’m sure the good folks at the Cleveland Public Library have seen this by now: Click for full-size _______________ Feed-only Footer: A few books I think are essential. What else should I add to this list? What are the books that no medlib geek should be without? (Source: davidrothman.net) davidrothman.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3331244 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:03:05 +0100 3331244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3327305&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fpromises-for-beginners-in-recovery%2F from Alcoholism You will know your full name and address. You will be able to shave yourself, or put on your makeup, whichever pleases you. You will be able to dress and undress yourself. You will know the town, the state, and the country you live in. You will be able to find socks that match, or nylons without runs. You will be able to smoke without burning yourself, your clothes, or the furniture. You will lose the fear of food. You will be able to walk a straight line and pass the drunk driving test. You will spend less time in the bathroom and be able to brush your teeth without gagging You will lose the fear of police cars. You will be able to answer the door without having to look through the peephole. You will realize what a hell of a mess you were, and thank God, or your HP for A... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3327305 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:32:25 +0100 3327305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3322638&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F8Pod236AaSI%2F from Alcoholism You will know your full name and address. You will be able to shave yourself, or put on your makeup, whichever pleases you. You will be able to dress and undress yourself. You will know the town, the state, and the country you live in. You will be able to find socks that match, or nylons without runs. You will be able to smoke without burning yourself, your clothes, or the furniture. You will lose the fear of food. You will be able to walk a straight line and pass the drunk driving test. You will spend less time in the bathroom and be able to brush your teeth without gagging You will lose the fear of police cars. You will be able to answer the door without having to look through the peephole. You will realize what a hell of a mess you were, and thank God, or your HP for A... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3322638 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:32:25 +0100 3322638 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3316254&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FC7uuQ3epYOc%2F Liz Scott Sober Cooking All About Mocktails: Drinks for Sober Celebrations There was a time when nondrinkers had very few choices when it came to specialty drinks. Shirley Temples and Virgin Marys were the typical options – otherwise a club soda or cola was the usual request for kids and abstaining adults alike. But times have certainly changed! Bartender extraordinaire Tony Abou-Ganim of Las Vegas designed a special “mocktail” for Paris Hilton’s birthday party, and alcohol-free pomegranate spritzers were served on an episode of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. With more and more folks abstaining from the hard stuff, hosts need to offer mocktails as well as soft drinks when they entertain if they hope to throw a memorable party for their alcohol-shunning guests. So, what... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3316254 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 18:49:54 +0100 3316254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3314799&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FxVFPl8RLECI%2F “Seeking sexual satisfaction is a basic desire, and masturbation is often our first teenage natural sexual activity. It’s the way we discover our eroticism, the way we learn to respond sexually, the way we learn to love ourselves and to build self-esteem.” -Betty Dodson, renowned artist, author and sex educator And, said Woody Allen, “it’s having sex with the one you love.” Many people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, ACOA or codependency may not be in a sexually active relationship. Relations may need to be rekindled or new relationships may be needed. Additionally, many people may not want to endanger their new found sobriety by being involved in an emotionally charged relationship. Masturbation is normal and common Masturbation is one of the mo... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3314799 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:10:20 +0100 3314799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3314800&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F7H9UZUmD1mQ%2F Many people want and need to be close to others as they grow older. This includes the desire to continue an active, satisfying sex life as they grow older. But, with aging, there may be changes that can cause problems. This can be more critical for people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, co-dependency, ACOA, gambling or sex addiction. What Are Normal Changes? Normal aging brings physical changes in both men and women. These changes sometimes affect the ability to have and enjoy sex. A woman may notice changes in her vagina. As a woman ages, her vagina can shorten and narrow. Her vaginal walls can become thinner and also a little stiffer. Most women will have less vaginal lubrication. These changes could affect sexual function and/or pleasure. Talk with your doctor about these proble... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3314800 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:45:00 +0100 3314800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3311939&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexuality-in-later-life%2F Many people want and need to be close to others as they grow older. This includes the desire to continue an active, satisfying sex life as they grow older. But, with aging, there may be changes that can cause problems. This can be more critical for people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, co-dependency, ACOA, gambling or sex addiction. What Are Normal Changes? Normal aging brings physical changes in both men and women. These changes sometimes affect the ability to have and enjoy sex. A woman may notice changes in her vagina. As a woman ages, her vagina can shorten and narrow. Her vaginal walls can become thinner and also a little stiffer. Most women will have less vaginal lubrication. These changes could affect sexual function and/or pleasure. Talk with your doctor about these proble... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3311939 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:45:00 +0100 3311939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3311942&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexual-glue%2F Love, Sex & Intimacy in Recovery from alcoholism or addiction. Sex in recovery can be the trickiest problem of all. So true for heterosexuals, gays and lesbians. Why? Because there’s so much room for things to go wrong. And feelings get so distorted when they do. Take sexual dysfunction. After cleaning up from chemicals, many dependent persons — particularly men — find that they’re unable to function sexually. Impotence can be frustrating — for both partners. It can trigger a flood of self-loathing in a man and a current of tension and self-doubt in a woman. If it happens to you, don’t panic or take it personally. Impotence usually isn’t a major crisis. Time, understanding, and simple communication almost always make it better. That’s bec... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3311942 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:06:41 +0100 3311942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3307097&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FPA-ATijwf40%2F Love, Sex & Intimacy in Recovery from alcoholism or addiction. Sex in recovery can be the trickiest problem of all. So true for heterosexuals, gays and lesbians. Why? Because there’s so much room for things to go wrong. And feelings get so distorted when they do. Take sexual dysfunction. After cleaning up from chemicals, many dependent persons — particularly men — find that they’re unable to function sexually. Impotence can be frustrating — for both partners. It can trigger a flood of self-loathing in a man and a current of tension and self-doubt in a woman. If it happens to you, don’t panic or take it personally. Impotence usually isn’t a major crisis. Time, understanding, and simple communication almost always make it better. That’s bec... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3307097 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:06:41 +0100 3307097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302622&cid=t_299680_140_f&fid=35443&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheSplinteredMind%2F%7E3%2FrKWfgOFTJac%2Fwriting-novels-with-apple-ipad-am-i.html No. I'm not insane. I just have ADHD.Generally speaking, I'm constantly short on cash and must save up over a long period of time for my toys. So I find myself in a quandary. My daughter heads off to college with my MacBook in April (as I promised her), but my savings account isn't quite MacBook Pro/Air ready yet. What to do?Apple, sensing my need, released the iPad upon the world. The clouds parted. The tech was slick. It was only $499. I was set. Or was I? Had I found my solution, or was I just on another ADHD fueled hunt again?I use my MacBook for reading news, researching my novel, reading news, blogging, writing my novel, and reading news. I also manage my network & files with it, as well as download an obscene amount of TV content from all over the world. The iPad can easily let me r... The Splintered Mind by Douglas Cootey blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302622 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:00:03 +0100 3302622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3307102&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FgW7hybMZPx4%2F Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects.” -Arnold Glascow One of the most amazing experiences in early recovery from alcoholism was the night I told a story against myself. I laughed at my foolishness in a new light and every one at the Alcoholics Anonymous meeting laughed with me. The incident that I reminisced about no longer was painful. I had learnt to laugh at myself. “As we heal we learn to laugh at ourselves with love. We begin to see all the wonderful oddities and contradictions in people – little faults that endear others to us. We see that striving to be perfect is going far beyond the call of duty, and we discover that life does not need to be a duty, that it can be enjoyed. Life can be fun. We are given the gift of laughter to help us survive the tribulati... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3307102 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:54:39 +0100 3307102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302650&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Flaugh-at-myself%2F Laughter is a tranquilizer with no side effects.” -Arnold Glascow One of the most amazing experiences in early recovery from alcoholism was the night I told a story against myself. I laughed at my foolishness in a new light and every one at the Alcoholics Anonymous meeting laughed with me. The incident that I reminisced about no longer was painful. I had learnt to laugh at myself. “As we heal we learn to laugh at ourselves with love. We begin to see all the wonderful oddities and contradictions in people – little faults that endear others to us. We see that striving to be perfect is going far beyond the call of duty, and we discover that life does not need to be a duty, that it can be enjoyed. Life can be fun. We are given the gift of laughter to help us survive the tribulati... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302650 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:54:39 +0100 3302650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3298609&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FLZl8yU3h170%2F Laugh in recovery When I first came to Alcoholics Anonymous I quite quickly grasped the two concepts that have been the foundations of my sobriety, the One Day At A Time (ODAAT) principle, and lots of Meetings. For a few years this seemed enough, and indeed these two simple ideas are enough to keep me sober. But then I realised that there was more to living than just not drinking. I think this is where the Steps come in as the third concept of AA – recovery. If I follow the Steps (and don’t drink ODAAT and do lots of meetings) I think my life must get better and fuller. I often heard the chairperson of a meeting say at the end “you may leave these rooms and never drink again, if you so desire”. Someone once added “and be happy about it!” which is where AA is... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3298609 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:58:23 +0100 3298609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3292020&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F9T4gBkE5Hho%2F Have some fun. Loosen up a bit. Enjoy life! For co-dependents having fun is often a skill lost in antiquity. We do not have to be so sombre and serious. We do not have to be so reflective, so critical, so bound up within the rigid parameters and ourselves others, and often ourselves, have placed around us. This is life, not a funeral service. Have some fun with it. Enter into it. Participate. Experiment. Take a risk. Be spontaneous. Do not always be so concerned about doing it right, doing the appropriate thing. Do not always be so concerned about what others will think or say. What they think and say are their issues not ours. Do not be so afraid of making a mistake. Do not be so fearful and proper. Do not inhibit yourself so much. God did not intend us to be so inhibited, so restricted, ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3292020 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:25:00 +0100 3292020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3294819&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fhappiness-comes-cheap-even-for-millionaires%2F Simple happiness The best stress busters are the cheapest A bar of chocolate, a long soak in the bath, a snooze in the middle of the afternoon, a leisurely stroll in the park. These are the things that make us the most happy, according to new research from The University of Nottingham. In a study commissioned by the National Lottery, Dr Richard Tunney of the University’s School of Psychology found that it’s the simple things in life that impact most positively on our sense of well being. The study compared the ‘happiness levels’ of lottery jackpot winners with a control group, using a ‘Satisfaction with Life Scale’ developed by the University of Illinois. Respondents were asked how satisfied they were in relation to different elements of their life, thei... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3294819 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:34:00 +0100 3294819 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3292021&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FTo9EMZEWCeg%2F Simple happiness The best stress busters are the cheapest A bar of chocolate, a long soak in the bath, a snooze in the middle of the afternoon, a leisurely stroll in the park. These are the things that make us the most happy, according to new research from The University of Nottingham. In a study commissioned by the National Lottery, Dr Richard Tunney of the University’s School of Psychology found that it’s the simple things in life that impact most positively on our sense of well being. The study compared the ‘happiness levels’ of lottery jackpot winners with a control group, using a ‘Satisfaction with Life Scale’ developed by the University of Illinois. Respondents were asked how satisfied they were in relation to different elements of their life, thei... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3292021 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:34:00 +0100 3292021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3290999&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FrtKbCir_Ezg%2F This article may help stir desires for pleasures foregone or forgotten. This is true for straights, gays and lesbians. Preparation is key, so be prepared. That’s a good lesson for life in general and a vital lesson for sex. Great sex isn’t just penetration – the build-up is a very important part. In fact most women can’t reach orgasm without it. Foreplay makes the whole thing last much longer and, to be frank, is really rather good. If just the thought of sex is enough to get you raring, slow down a bit – your partner may want to take a little more time. Women generally take longer to become sexually aroused than men; the fire needs to be stoked. Try and keep foreplay going until you both just can’t wait for penetration. Foreplay will increase the chances of org... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3290999 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 00:14:00 +0100 3290999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3290839&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34706&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrdeborahserani.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fhow-observant-are-you.html This was fun. Interesting how we "see" things. If you take the quiz, let me know what you get!Your Observation Skills Get A B-Your senses are pretty sharp (okay, most of the time)And it takes something big to distract you!How Observant Are You? (Source: Dr. Deborah Serani) Dr. Deborah Serani blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3290839 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:24:00 +0100 3290839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3287944&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fflashback-fridday-how-to-start-jogging-in-3-easy-steps.html Time-check: I can’t believe it’s mid (to late) February already! Where do the days go and weeks go?  So, how many of you have left New Year’s Resolutions in the dust yet?  Yeah, life happens.  For those of you whose Resolutions had something to do with starting a new exercise routine, I thought you might [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3287944 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:00:14 +0100 3287944 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3291001&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FRp6b8xxtj5c%2F Sensual thoughts? Do you experience flights of fantasy when you have sex, followed by intense guilt that you might have betrayed your partner? Many people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction and co-dependency seem to have this sort of reaction. See list of male and female fantasies at end of this article. You might be surprised to know that sexual fantasies are far more common than you think, and can in fact add value to your relationship. A sexual fantasy, also called an erotic fantasy, is a deliberate fantasy or pattern of thoughts with the goal of creating or enhancing sexual feelings; it is mental imagery that an individual considers erotic. A fantasy can be a long, drawn-out story or a quick mental flash of sexual imagery; its purpose can range from sexual motivations, such as sexu... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3291001 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:44:00 +0100 3291001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3291003&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FxTJpC4ULFKg%2F Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Sexercises: Workouts to Work You Up You know all of the good-for-you arguments for becoming more physically active, but here’s an especially attractive reward: exercise can improve your sex life. This is especially so for women in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, adult children of alcoholism, co-dependency, compulsive gambling or depression. Being physically active helps you feel more interested in sex, gives you the energy and strength you need for enjoying your partner or yourself more, reduces the stress that can block sexual interest and builds the muscles used in sexual intimacy. Research shows that exercise boosts women’s sexual arousal—even if they were experiencing low sexual desire before starting physical activity. That ef... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3291003 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:37:22 +0100 3291003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3288030&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fsexercises-for-recovering-women%2F Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Sexercises: Workouts to Work You Up You know all of the good-for-you arguments for becoming more physically active, but here’s an especially attractive reward: exercise can improve your sex life. This is especially so for women in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, adult children of alcoholism, co-dependency, compulsive gambling or depression. Being physically active helps you feel more interested in sex, gives you the energy and strength you need for enjoying your partner or yourself more, reduces the stress that can block sexual interest and builds the muscles used in sexual intimacy. Research shows that exercise boosts women’s sexual arousal—even if they were experiencing low sexual desire before starting physical activity. That ef... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3288030 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:37:22 +0100 3288030 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3288032&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fdifficult-words-to-say-when-you-are-drunk%2F . Specificity Indubitably Innovative Preliminary Proliferation Cinnamon British Constitution Impossible Words to Say When You Are Drunk Thanks, but I don’t want sex. No, I don’t want another drink. No kebab for me thank you. Sorry, but you’re not good looking enough for me. Good evening officer I’m not interested in fighting you. No one wants to hear me sing. Seriously though – Words that must be said if you’re an alcoholic. I need help. I have been in denial. Please help me. I need to talk to an Alcoholics Anonymous member. I think about alcohol to the exclusion of more important things. I have a problem with alcohol. I cannot guarantee what I will do once I start drinking. My life is a mess due to alcohol. Most times I cannot guarantee how much I will d... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3288032 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:27:45 +0100 3288032 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3283824&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FaZbX-U9QhT8%2F . Specificity Indubitably Innovative Preliminary Proliferation Cinnamon British Constitution Impossible Words to Say When You Are Drunk Thanks, but I don’t want sex. No, I don’t want another drink. No kebab for me thank you. Sorry, but you’re not good looking enough for me. Good evening officer I’m not interested in fighting you. No one wants to hear me sing. Seriously though – Words that must be said if you’re an alcoholic. I need help. I have been in denial. Please help me. I need to talk to an Alcoholics Anonymous member. I think about alcohol to the exclusion of more important things. I have a problem with alcohol. I cannot guarantee what I will do once I start drinking. My life is a mess due to alcohol. Most times I cannot guarantee how much I will d... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3283824 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:27:45 +0100 3283824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3288034&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2F12-ways-to-grow-a-friend%2F Friends Best Friends: How to Grow a Friend A twelve-step program The best time to grow a best friend is before you need one! 1. People Equal Friends. There is a certain chemistry with friends just as in a love relationship. Therefore, contact with other people is the first building block to grow a friend. Friends can’t grow in a vacuum. Best friends take time. 2. Talking Is Essential Among Friends. Talking between friends requires reciprocity. In a mutually satisfying friendship, both friends talk and both friends listen.  Friends talk appropriately to each other. 3. Friends Acknowledge Friends. Friends acknowledge each other when talking. Many  conflicts in your personal relationships can be avoided  if you will take the time to acknowledge other’s feelings and points of v... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3288034 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:43:48 +0100 3288034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3283826&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FV9AgBbEu1rE%2F Friends Best Friends: How to Grow a Friend A twelve-step program The best time to grow a best friend is before you need one! 1. People Equal Friends. There is a certain chemistry with friends just as in a love relationship. Therefore, contact with other people is the first building block to grow a friend. Friends can’t grow in a vacuum. Best friends take time. 2. Talking Is Essential Among Friends. Talking between friends requires reciprocity. In a mutually satisfying friendship, both friends talk and both friends listen.  Friends talk appropriately to each other. 3. Friends Acknowledge Friends. Friends acknowledge each other when talking. Many  conflicts in your personal relationships can be avoided  if you will take the time to acknowledge other’s feelings and points of v... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3283826 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:43:48 +0100 3283826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3273087&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F8pG0eTyYVe4%2F 40+ Sexuality Variety can be the spice of intercourse Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling or co-dependency is common for people in their forth decade. Often sexuality in relationships has been absent or troubled. This may be true for straight, gays or lesbians. Too many men and women in long-term relationships lament that “the thrill is gone” but often don’t understand why. Some blame themselves or their partners or tell themselves that sexual boredom is as inevitable a part of growing older as wrinkles and reading glasses. It doesn’t have to be that way. And here’s why: To coin a cliché, variety can be the spice of intercourse. There are many kinds of sex play, but here let’s consider intercourse and different ways to do it — that is, experiment with positions. Th... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3273087 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:05:00 +0100 3273087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271201&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FsliWwUshUJ4%2F Have vaginal orgasm and be happy Having a penis-vaginal orgasm rather than just clitoral stimulation or masturbation results in a better life. Researchers studied over 1,200 women in Sweden and found that vaginal orgasm resulted in greater satisfaction with sex life, mental health, relationships with partners and friends, and life in general. Additionally these women had greater sexual desire and less recent masturbation. Better sex life was also associated with their first sexual orgasm being from intercourse rather than masturbation. Vaginal orgasms were not the result of partner masturbation or cunnilingus. It seems that straight sex, penis – vagina is still the best sex. Other ways of having an orgasm, at least for women, are OK but not as satisfying. Stuart Brody, Vaginal orgasm... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271201 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 18:20:55 +0100 3271201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3269883&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2F12-steps-to-insanity%2F A storm of insanity slowly takes over As opposed to the 12-Steps to recovery here is the suggested program to insanity. I decided I could handle my emotional problems if other people would just quit trying to run my life. I firmly believed that there is no greater power than myself, and anyone who said so was insane. I made a decision to remove my will and my life from God who didn’t understand me anyhow. I made a searching and thorough moral inventory of everyone I knew so they couldn’t fool me and take advantage of my good nature. I sought these people out and tried to get them to admit to me, by God, the exact nature of their wrongs. I became willing to help these people get rid of these defects of character. I was humble enough to ask these people to remove their shortcom... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3269883 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:37:15 +0100 3269883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267122&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fromance-and-the-diabetes.html Romance is in the air… Valentine’s Day is coming up in less than 2 days. Are you ready? If you’re a PWD, you probably have more pressing concerns besides whether to get your beloved flowers or chocolate. As with most things, diabetes makes relationships… well, complicated. Not just complicated in the old-fashioned sense, but complicated [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267122 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:29 +0100 3267122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267204&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FD1tz4CSFV7I%2F A bit of humour mixed with spirituality Everything I need to know about life, I learned from Noah and his Ark Don’t miss the boat. Remember that we are all in the same boat. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark. Stay fit. When you’re 600 years old, someone may ask you to do something really big. Don’t listen to critics; just get on with the job that needs to be done. Build your future on high ground. For safety’s sake, travel in pairs. Speed isn’t always an advantage. The snails were on board with the cheetahs. When you’re stressed, float a while. Remember, the Ark was built by amateurs; the Titanic by professionals. No matter the storm, when you are with the Higher Power, there’s always a rainbow waiting… Oh, and be... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267204 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 03:07:02 +0100 3267204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267216&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FTcKKChNdkU0%2Flightning_hands_video.php Guy in a Faraday Suite getting hit by 500,000 volts ... lightning shooting out of his fingertips. Via Frank Swain and Johannes Wiebus Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3267216 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:57:10 +0100 3267216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3262912&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FtbGe5XIinWk%2Fa_brief_history_of_pretty_much.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3262912 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:19:42 +0100 3262912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3262918&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FARPfOIy2l7Q%2Fquality_of_youtube_comments_vi.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3262918 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:18:09 +0100 3262918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3259173&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fwayback-wednesday-name-that-absurdity.html I’m not sure you all share my sense of humor — but this post, from back in Spring of 2006, still makes me laugh: Name That Absurdity Lots of little oddities are overheard in this crazy sugar- challenged life we lead. Care to take a gander at which statements recently peppered which daily situations? (Answers [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3259173 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:00:35 +0100 3259173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3259271&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FpPwalH4xnAQ%2F Liz Scott Recovery Cooking In the Sober Kitchen by Liz Scott So, what exactly do we mean by a “sober kitchen?”  Although it means much more than merely removing alcohol containing ingredients from our cupboards and fridge, striving for an alcohol-free kitchen is definitely a good place to start. Why is this important?  Because contrary to the old wives’ tale, alcohol does not burn off in the cooking process. In 1989 a USDA study proved that between 5% and 85% of the alcohol added to a dish is retained depending upon the cooking method, type of alcohol used, and the amount of time it is exposed to heat. Indeed, the act of flambéing, or setting a pan alight, actually retains a whopping 75%!  Surprised?  I was too, but even more surprising was that addiction researchers discovered... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3259271 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:53:38 +0100 3259271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3251163&cid=t_299680_86_f&fid=34464&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDavidrothmannet%2F%7E3%2FyiKQX5R8mkc%2F Among the things I like: Patient safety, Jon Stewart, and Atul Gawande. Gawande talks with Stewart about The Checklist Manifesto (video embedded below). The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c Atul Gawande www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Health Care Crisis Steven Levitt calls this “…the best book I’ve read in ages.” Dagnabbit. Now I need to read it. _______________ Feed-only Footer: Hey! You’re reading this in an aggregator of some kind! [sarcasm]Haven’t you heard that RSS is dead?[/sarcasm] (Source: davidrothman.net) davidrothman.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3251163 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:56 +0100 3251163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3248703&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2Fu2rUjZodufk%2F in Recovery When I first came to Alcoholics Anonymous I quite quickly grasped the two concepts that have been the foundations of my sobriety, the One Day At A Time principle, and lots of Meetings. For a while this seemed enough, and indeed these two simple ideas were enough to keep me sober. But then I realised that there was more to living than just not drinking. I think this is where the Steps come in as the third concept of AA – recovery. If I follow the Steps (and don’t drink just for today and do lots of meetings) I think my life must get better and fuller. You’ve probably heard the chairperson of a meeting say at the end “you may leave these rooms and never drink again”. Someone once added “and be happy about it!” which is where AA is about ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3248703 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:17:14 +0100 3248703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3244054&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F8GHcEl-Ava4%2F This article from PsychCentral tells the story of an elderly women who found love again and gives some pointers. Want to find love again? There’s no reason to think that you can’t find someone to love. A few simple pointers may help. Start with giving yourself a pep talk. Don’t try to replace someone you’ve lost. Let friends and acquaintances know that you are open to meeting someone special. Be honest about what you’re looking for. Consider online dating services as a way to enlarge your pool of eligible singles. Be reasonably cautious Trust your instincts. Know what you want. When you find yourself wanting to spend more time with someone who seems promising, please remember that you both already have pretty full lives. Don’t expect your adult kids to love your new love &#821... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3244054 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:11:37 +0100 3244054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3236099&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FI6FsnOo-Tzo%2F A Relaxation Exercise Sometimes you need to relax when you’re out and about and it’s not convenient to take twenty minutes to lie down and relax totally: maybe on your way to a crucial appointment, in an interview, giving a presentation, or any other situation normally regarded as highly stressful. Here is a way to relax that my clients have found work for them, and that you can use to relax anywhere. Peripheral vision Look at the wall opposite you and find a point which is straight ahead and a little above eye level. Continue to look at this point in soft focus throughout this exercise. After a while you may find that as you concentrate on this point the rest of the room goes a little dark, or vague, or fuzzy, and you develop a kind of tunnel vision. We use this tunnel vision a lot in... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3236099 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:20:17 +0100 3236099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3225017&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FLq6--b588QQ%2F You lose arguments with inanimate objects. You have to hold onto the lawn to keep from falling off the earth. Your job is interfering with your drinking. Your doctor finds traces of blood in your alcohol stream. The back of your head keeps getting hit by the toilet seat. You sincerely believe alcohol is the elusive 5th food group. 24 hours in a day, 24 beers in a case – coincidence? I think not! Two hands and just one mouth.. – now THAT’S a drinking problem!   You can focus better with one eye closed. The parking lot seems to have moved while you were in the bar. Hey, 5 beers has just as many calories as a burger, screw dinner! Mosquitoes catch a buzz after attacking you. At AA meetings you begin: ’Hi my name is.. uh..’ The whole bar says ’Hi’ when you co... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3225017 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:35:06 +0100 3225017 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3223474&cid=t_299680_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Ffun-filled-weekend.html Aaron and I are off to a conference on love this weekend. Then a wedding (I'm assuming the focus of that will also be love). Fun is fun...but it can also be exhausting! My pain made a major resurgence the last day of vacation, and continues today. Wondering how I will make it through a 14 hour day tomorrow, and how Percocet will affect my ability to soak up the conference. Prayers, please? (Source: Turquoise Gates) Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3223474 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 13:04:00 +0100 3223474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3220745&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FeaV_AoXwqro%2Ffossil_jewelry.php These are totally cool! See the Stephaniegeology etsy store for more. What she did is get some actual fossils from Doug Grove (husband of Tatjana Jovanovic-Grove), make molds out of these fossils and then make jewelry from those molds. Fascinating! Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3220745 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:51:23 +0100 3220745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3216849&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F2WY-3L70fUQ%2F Oral Sex and Sexually Transmitted Infections Many people in recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling and co-dependency may be exploring their sexuality from a new perspective. Safer and more enjoyable oral sex can be an exciting experience. Compared to sex, oral sex is considered a lower-risk sexual activity. There is zero risk of unwanted pregnancy and a lower chance of passing along a sexually transmitted disease. However, “lower risk” does not mean “no risk” – there is no such thing as 100 percent safe sex, and oral sex is no exception. Not just cold sores. People may tend to think of embarrassing cold sores and the Herpes virus when they think of oral sex and sexually transmitted infections (STI’s). However the majority of common sexually transmitted infections can be ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3216849 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 01:15:20 +0100 3216849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3212606&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F6y5o0zhf2sg%2F Sex takes 3 to 13 minutes This story may help people who are discovering their new sexuality in recovery. Recovery from alcoholism, addiction, gambling and co-dependency is a journey of discovery of self. And, self includes ones sexuality. Maybe men had it right all along: It doesn’t take long to be satisfied in bed. A survey of sex therapists concluded the optimal amount of time for sexual intercourse was 3 to 13 minutes. The findings, to be published in the May issue of the Journal of Sexual Medicine, strike at the notion that endurance is the key to a great sex life. If that sounds like good news to you, don’t cheer too loudly. The time does not count foreplay, and the therapists did rate sexual intercourse that lasts from 1 to 2 minutes as “too short.” Story Hig... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3212606 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:07:20 +0100 3212606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3212608&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FbPqCL9sxSWw%2F There was a spiritual man who had a little boy that he loved very much. Everyday after work the man would come home and play with the little boy. He would always spend all of his extra time playing with the little boy. One night, while the man was at work, he realized that he had extra work to do for the evening, and that he wouldn’t be able to play with his little boy. But, he wanted to be able to give the boy something to keep him busy. So, looking around his office, he saw a magazine with a large map of the world on the cover. He got an idea. He removed the map, and then patiently tore it up into small pieces. Then he put all the pieces in his coat pocket. When he got home, the little boy came running to him and was ready to play. The man explained that he had extra work to do ... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3212608 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:46:00 +0100 3212608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3208700&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fdance-humor-for-recovery%2F Judy recently shared the following on her Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) e-mail group. I found it so useful that I asked her to allow it to be published here. Judy readily agreed. Good morning group, When I read the daily reading on losing a sense of humour it reminded me … I had to learn to play. When I came to ACA some of the members encouraged me to play by asking what I had never done as a child that I wanted to do. I wanted to learn to roller skate and I wanted a bicycle. I went out and bought a used pair of skates and a used bike. My friends took me roller skating and held my hand around the rink until I could go it alone. It was fun but what I discovered was that what I really wanted to do was dance. I gave away my skates and took dance lessons and I’ve been dancing for... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3208700 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:47:13 +0100 3208700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3205127&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FSiPU7fDmXwc%2F Judy recently shared the following on her Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) e-mail group. I found it so useful that I asked her to allow it to be published here. Judy readily agreed. Good morning group, When I read the daily reading on losing a sense of humour it reminded me … I had to learn to play. When I came to ACA some of the members encouraged me to play by asking what I had never done as a child that I wanted to do. I wanted to learn to roller skate and I wanted a bicycle. I went out and bought a used pair of skates and a used bike. My friends took me roller skating and held my hand around the rink until I could go it alone. It was fun but what I discovered was that what I really wanted to do was dance. I gave away my skates and took dance lessons and I’ve been dancing for... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3205127 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:47:13 +0100 3205127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3200640&cid=t_299680_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F01%2Flove-day-2010.html Our coalition of small groups (the YAMs, or Young And MarriedS) hosts a fundraiser event annually.  This is the 5th year running.  Please join us, if you can!5th Annual Valentine's Dinner & a MovieSee more presentations by gmthul | Upload your own PowerPoint presentations (Source: Turquoise Gates) Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3200640 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 16:00:00 +0100 3200640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3200664&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FPkQG6ItLcls%2F Romantic sex is the healthiest Lose weight. Reduce stress. Lower your cholesterol level. Improve your circulation. Live longer. Stay younger. Sounds like an ad for a new wonder drug right? In fact it’s a partial list of the benefits of humanity’s oldest and most pleasurable pastime – sex. Most of us are aware of the feel-good benefits of sex while we’re engaged in it, but do you also know that there are benefits which carry on after the sweaty bodies have dried and the sweet talk has reverted to sports? For instance: Maintaining Ideal Body Weight Sexual intercourse burns approximately 150 calories per half hour. Here’s how that stacks up against some other activities that may be part of your fitness regime: yoga 114 calories per half hour, dancing – 129,... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3200664 Sat, 23 Jan 2010 07:47:46 +0100 3200664 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3197831&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fstupid-diabetes-winners-announced.html I asked for some input on what a new diabetes web site could offer, and I got it – Thank You! Ahem… ask a silly question, get a silly answer, right? I mean it should have been obvious that the No. 1 thing that fits under the heading “StupidDiabetes.com” is humor! The general consensus seems [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3197831 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 14:00:58 +0100 3197831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3182326&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fwin-a-copy-of-diabetes-rising.html A little diabetes online fun for your Monday: Use your Noggin and three lucky readers will win a free copy of Dan Hurley’s new “epic” book, “Diabetes Rising.” First off, you may have heard a lot of buzz about this book lately. The full title is, “Diabetes Rising: How a Rare Disease Became a Modern Pandemic, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3182326 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:00:13 +0100 3182326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3175964&cid=t_299680_111_f&fid=39044&url=http%3A%2F%2Foctopusmom.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F01%2F14%2Fi-did-it-making-money-from-home%2F For those of you that read my blog…it has been a while since I last posted. Since then, I have had another baby and gotten a rather successful freelance writing career off the ground. After learning I was pregnant with my 4th baby last February, I knew that I could no longer continue to work as a NICU nurse and stay sane! My family always comes first, so I decided to leave my job and stay at home full time to get the house and the children in order. BUT….we did need a bit more money each month, so I decided to try and make money from home. Now for all of you stay at home mommies who are looking for a little extra cash each month..you know it isn’t easy. But it can be done. I decided to look inside of myself at my other talents and try to use them to make extra money. I wa... Octopus Mom blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3175964 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:20:57 +0100 3175964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3163968&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2010%2F01%2F11%2Fdoctors-fighting-for-gifts-from-pharma-companies%2F In many countries, prescription drug advertising is banned, but pharma companies can still give little gifts to doctors. Now a Spanish blog covers, as reported by Advertising in Health, a lot of gadgets and gifts which sometimes are quite weird or have no functionality. And if you think doctors are fed up with these, just take a look at the two videos below. The first one becomes interesting at 0:35. For more information on prescription drug advertising, see the website of the Food and Drug Administration and also EthicAd.org. (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3163968 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:41:13 +0100 3163968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159928&cid=t_299680_133_f&fid=35452&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graphictruth.com%2F2010%2F01%2Flong-live-queen.html Pink is to Freddy Mercury what kd lang is to Roy OrbisonHas Pink ever done Floyd? (Source: Graphictruth) Graphictruth blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159928 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 06:11:00 +0100 3159928 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159917&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2010%2F01%2F10%2Fspecial-medical-exhibit%2F I came across quite a special medical exhibit on BoingBoing featuring fascinating images and ancient medical gadgets: There’s a fascinating exhibit at the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo right now called Medicine and Art: Imagining a Future for Life and Love. It showcases 150 works of art that represent our fascination with the human body, both as a living machine that we’re constantly trying to understand and as an artistic medium. The iconic example of this is Leonardo Da Vinci’s cranium drawings from the 15th century (pictured right), part of the Royal Collection belonging to Queen Elizabeth II. Gilles Barbier; L’Hospice / The Nursing Home; 2002; six wax figures, television, various elements dimension variable; Courtesy: Galerie G.-P. & N. Vallois, Paris Image sour... ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159917 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 20:21:58 +0100 3159917 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3157555&cid=t_299680_111_f&fid=34834&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FMentalNurse%2F%7E3%2FQIXwrdOIMrI%2F My guide to mental health nursing in secure services. Originally posted here. Ok, sorry for the delay in cross posting this, but my head has been up my bum for the last month. Anyway, I finally got round to removing the bits where I whinge about my life, so here is G to I, with J to L coming up soon. Probably. G is for… Gardens Our unit has a few courtyards which are mostly used for smoking, hiding contraband in and, in the case of one patient, locating insects for use as a nutritious snack. Some of the courtyards have bits of grass and some plants. One of them has been turned into an allotment, thus we grow our own veg for patient cooking sessions and to sell to staff at christmas (big bag of mixed veg for a quid, bargain*). We also have ducks, chickens and a variety of small furry... Mental Nurse blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3157555 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:24:12 +0100 3157555 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3146022&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34706&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrdeborahserani.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fone-letter-off-movies-lateral-thinking.html Critical Thinking is the process by which we look for errors and find answers. Whereas Lateral Thinking is the finding of solutions through a creative process. Research tells us that creative thinking can help us be more effective problem solvers. So, give this fun exercise a try. Change one letter to spin a classic movie into a parody of itself. The possibilities - and chuckles - are infinite. But, please, keep 'em G rated.Here are some of mine:The Incredible SulkJurassic PorkThe Lizard of OzThe Trouble With HairyThe Dork KnightIron PanThe Beer HunterAll About EweBen-FurPlanet of the AlesPublic EnemaBoys Don't FryLust in TranslationSilence of the LampsDrury, S. (2009). Thinking Inside The Box. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 48 (1), 1-2 DOI: 10.1097/C... Dr. Deborah Serani blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3146022 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:00:00 +0100 3146022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3149329&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fcaution%2F Typical signs of alcoholism; confusion, bad behaviour, denial, cloudy thinking and recovery.     I don’t get it!   Yea, I’ve had a few drinks.   Don’t they?   What’s Happening? ———————————————— Welcome! Is this your first time at a meeting? See; What is AA? What is alcoholism? Share/Save (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3149329 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:03:36 +0100 3149329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3142839&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FMRwz7H0DYF0%2F Typical signs of alcoholism; confusion, bad behaviour, denial, cloudy thinking and recovery.     I don’t get it!   Yea, I’ve had a few drinks.   Don’t they?   What’s Happening? ———————————————— Welcome! Is this your first time at a meeting? See; What is AA? What is alcoholism? Share/Save (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3142839 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:03:36 +0100 3142839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3139264&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FF0a_5dTgYzo%2Fhow_government_fights_against.php Remember that 'vampire' is one the few words that Serbian language gave to the world. Garlic is THE remedy against everything there..... Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3139264 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 13:46:22 +0100 3139264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3139266&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FNO-K72OvXa8%2Fmemory_may_get_a_little_muddle.php [Via] Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3139266 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:03:09 +0100 3139266 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3137655&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2F-EXJeirVUxo%2Fthe_most_useless_machine_ever.php [Via] Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3137655 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:38:21 +0100 3137655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3136720&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F3_5U7SgkBWg%2F Regular exercise reduces and can eliminate depression. Researchers in the Netherlands studied over 1,100 adults for 6 years about their smoking, alcohol use, physical exercise, body weight and mood. A comparison was made between lifestyles and depressed mood. Their research proved that; excessive alcohol use predicted depressed mood reports of more than 30 minutes of physical exercise per [...] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3136720 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 15:31:21 +0100 3136720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3133760&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fa-good-slide-into-2010.html In Germany, people wish each other a “Guten Rutsch” (or a “good slide”) into the new year. Here’s a little visual that might help with that expression Today, from the bottom of my diabetic heart — and my family’s — wishing you all a great slide into 2010. I did not get around to compiling a [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3133760 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 13:15:51 +0100 3133760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3129630&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F30%2Fmri-puzzle%2F What happens if you combine magnetic resonance imaging with games and creativity? See the idea of Neil Fraser: (Hat tip: Idegenszövet) (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3129630 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:22:11 +0100 3129630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3129631&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F30%2Fhuman-body-as-a-machine-video%2F Fritz Kahn, a German gynaecologist born in 1888, was a real genius of medical illustrations.  More than a hundred years later Henning Lederer, audiovisual artist, paid tribute to this genius by creating the video below based on Kahn’s work. Enjoy: (Hat tip: Advertising and Health) (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3129631 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:23:19 +0100 3129631 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3129632&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F30%2Fbuilding-a-community-via-twitter-in-minutes%2F I wish it was that easy in the healthcare innovation field as well to persuade people who don’t know each other to participate in a specific project in only a few minutes’ time. You may have heard about the story. Someone started a #snOMG hashtag channel on Twitter and people in Washington wanted to do something locally around this so they ad hoc organized a snowball fight by using Twitter and Facebook threads. It took place on December 18, 2009 at the corner of 14th and U Street in Washington, D.C. Let’s see what happened: (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3129632 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:15:38 +0100 3129632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3129638&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fmeeting-act1.html If you’re like me — or even if you don’t spend quite as much time browsing “all things diabetes” in cyberspace — you might have noticed that the incredible proliferation of new D-blogs and online communities is making it seemingly impossible to keep up. Which is actually a wonderful thing, I suppose. Quite by accident, in [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3129638 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:00:17 +0100 3129638 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3129548&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=35088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fqw88nb88.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F29%2Fweb-buzzing%2F Just wanted to share some cool things I found recently! INSECT-RELATED FUN Amazonian ants apparently adore Tetris – ’tis a tee from Threadless Tees. and, NPR has a short episode with guest comments by the inimitable entolomogist and highly entertaining author, May Berenbaum, There has been a worldwide proliferation of urinal flies, observed May Berenbaum, head of the department of [...] (Source: Andrea's Buzzing About:) Andrea's Buzzing About: blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3129548 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:58:08 +0100 3129548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3126751&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fgaggliest-headlines-this-week.html (I do realize that ‘gaggliest’ is not a word) But Lord, I wish I’d kept a list of all the outrageous, ridiculous, upsetting and/or just plain annoying headlines about diabetes over the past year. Wouldn’t that have made a great end-of-year roundup? In any case, logging on after a week of offline holiday bliss (dinners with friends, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3126751 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:00:27 +0100 3126751 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3126808&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FyRNtvJNRLjs%2Felephants_cant_jump_video.php Hard to believe that the animation this good is six years old! Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3126808 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 22:45:53 +0100 3126808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3124589&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=35088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fqw88nb88.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F27%2Foccupational-hazards%2F No matter what your job, there are some frequent questions or comments from the general public that get, shall we say, a tad tiresome. I thought it would be interesting to make up a brief questionnaire and select a few nominees.  If you would also like to join in, please do!  Just post your answers below, [...] (Source: Andrea's Buzzing About:) Andrea's Buzzing About: blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3124589 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:50:43 +0100 3124589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123529&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2F3LdgtcoXyOs%2Fdangerous_wands_video.php This movie should be made, with Emma Watson starring: See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor. Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123529 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 05:52:31 +0100 3123529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123359&cid=t_299680_86_f&fid=34464&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDavidrothmannet%2F%7E3%2FMsc_OH5HXx4%2F My brother, Andrew, a Web developer, is a very clever guy and a fan of woot.com. Recently, he bought a digital picture frame from Woot that can be fed photos via RSS- as a gift to my parents. The clever bit is where each of my siblings created a Flickr or Photobucket account in which to post photos of grandchildren. The feeds from each of these accounts was combined in Yahoo Pipes so that, once the frame is set up on my folks’ WiFi network, any new photos posted appear in their digital photo frame. What a great way for a geographically dispersed family to keep grandparents updated. My mom called to tell me how much she liked it, and I made a point of noting it was Andrew’s clever idea. All I did was mash the feed together in Yahoo Pipes. I love technology when it is used intell... davidrothman.net blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123359 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 23:28:38 +0100 3123359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123530&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FrWA793ggQ0A%2Fchinese_food_on_christmas_vide.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123530 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 22:47:37 +0100 3123530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123520&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2F6P5gFrx0xmM%2F Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I may not follow. Don’t walk beside me, either. Just leave me alone.   There are two theories to arguing. Neither one works… It’s always darkest before dawn. So if you’re going to steal your neighbour’s newspaper, that’s the time to do it. Sex is like air. It’s not important unless you aren’t getting any. Don’t be irreplaceable. If you can’t be replaced, you can’t be promoted. No one is listening until you fart. Always remember you’re unique. Just like everyone else. Never test the depth of the water with both feet. It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others. It is far more impressive when others discover your good qualities without your he... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123520 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:36:56 +0100 3123520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3122197&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Ftwisted-wit%2F Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I may not follow. Don’t walk beside me, either. Just leave me alone.   There are two theories to arguing. Neither one works… It’s always darkest before dawn. So if you’re going to steal your neighbour’s newspaper, that’s the time to do it. Sex is like air. It’s not important unless you aren’t getting any. Don’t be irreplaceable. If you can’t be replaced, you can’t be promoted. No one is listening until you fart. Always remember you’re unique. Just like everyone else. Never test the depth of the water with both feet. It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others. It is far more impressive when others discover your good qualities without your he... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3122197 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:36:56 +0100 3122197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3122211&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FGxzriuZVo44%2Fhow_to_peel_a_banana_like_a_mo.php I always opened it this way. My Mom taught me this decades ago. What are you saying? We are descended from monkeys?!@#$%^&*! No way! Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3122211 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 03:42:53 +0100 3122211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3123522&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FaE0B1doGxeI%2F 9 Recovery Destinations What does Letting Go Mean? Detachment From the Alcoholic, Addict 12th Step Works Recovery Promises to … Overeater? Alcoholic or Not? Which One to Feed? Choc Chip Cookies Denial & Defence Behavior The HBO Addiction Program Do You Have an Ego? What’s Your Emotional IQ? Have a Laugh Does AA Work? What is AA? Early Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse Alcoholic, Addictive Behaviors Compulsive Gambling Are there Patterns to Denial Behavior? Do Jew’s become Alcoholic? Emotions Anonymous Are Families Affected by Alcoholism? ACOA’s have Strengths as well Is Sex Better than Masturbation? What are the Styles of Enablers? Self-will run riot Are there ‘Normal’ Sexual Attitudes? Are you a Sexaholic? Can you get Hep C by Having Sex? The Horse Whisperer; O... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3123522 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:10:17 +0100 3123522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3120618&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fpopular-recovery-is-sexy-posts%2F 9 Recovery Destinations What does Letting Go Mean? Detachment From the Alcoholic, Addict 12th Step Works Recovery Promises to … Overeater? Alcoholic or Not? Which One to Feed? Choc Chip Cookies Denial & Defence Behavior The HBO Addiction Program Do You Have an Ego? What’s Your Emotional IQ? Have a Laugh Does AA Work? What is AA? Early Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse Alcoholic, Addictive Behaviors Compulsive Gambling Are there Patterns to Denial Behavior? Do Jew’s become Alcoholic? Emotions Anonymous Are Families Affected by Alcoholism? ACOA’s have Strengths as well Is Sex Better than Masturbation? What are the Styles of Enablers? Self-will run riot Are there ‘Normal’ Sexual Attitudes? Are you a Sexaholic? Can you get Hep C by Having Sex? The Horse Whisperer; O... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3120618 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:10:17 +0100 3120618 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3120469&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=35088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fqw88nb88.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F25%2Fgoldfish-resting-by-an-open-fire%2F What a day!  There’s nothing so “fun” as grocering the day before a holiday, especially when the meteorology report is dire.  Guess what I found while stocking the doggy chews? Yes indeedy, The Bad Goldfish were back, undeterred by the possibility of ending up as frozen fish from the weather.  Planning for their Christmas, they had [...] (Source: Andrea's Buzzing About:) Andrea's Buzzing About: blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3120469 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:38:39 +0100 3120469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3119017&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fhappy-holidays-from-diabetesmine.html Wishing you and yours a wonderful long weekend. By way of season’s greetings, a favorite scene from a Christmas classic: See? You don’t’ have to celebrate Christmas yourself to enjoy this majorly frolicsome film — although you do have to be American, it seems. My German husband didn’t find it funny at all. (Don’t know what you’re [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3119017 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:00:42 +0100 3119017 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3119016&cid=t_299680_133_f&fid=35452&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graphictruth.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fsara-palins-perfect-plan.html LOL Palin Enemies T-Shirt by webcarveMake custom tshirts at zazzle RICKY : And that's an Ultimatum! LUCY : An ultimatum?! ETHEL : Well, I'm not surprised. LUCY : I am. I didn't think he knew how to pronounce it.(Link) You know, if Sarah Palin were as good as creating genuine inspirational excitement as she is at causing unintentional hilarity at her own expense... but in fact, this is Sarah Palin.Smarting from criticism that holding events on military bases gave the impression that she was less than courageous in the face of the media Palin set out to hold a book signing where anyone, of whatever rank or station would feel welcome. Or, so it would appear. Of course, as you may have come to realize over the past decade of experience with such people, the appearance and the reality are usual... Graphictruth blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3119016 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:01:00 +0100 3119016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3111420&cid=t_299680_90_f&fid=0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fannietv600.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F22%2Flake-superior-state-university-2009-list-of-banished-words%2F Here is the 2009 list of banished words from Lake Superior State University. From the site: Lake Superior State University “maverick” word-watchers, fresh from the holiday “staycation” but without an economic “bailout” even after a “desperate search,” have issued their 34th annual List of Words to Be Banished from the Queen’s English for Mis-use, Over-use and General Uselessness. This year’s list may be more “green” than any of the previous lists and includes words and phrases that people from “Wall Street to Main Street” say they love “not so much” and wish to have erased from their “carbon footprint.” (Source: ANNE T-V's BLOG) ANNE T-V's BLOG blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3111420 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:19:15 +0100 3111420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3108510&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fannouncing-the-2009-holiday-survival-story-winners.html Happy Mid-Holiday Season, Dear Readers.  We had a modest turnout for the DiabetesMine Holiday Survival Stories Contest this year, which wasn’t such a bad thing, as it turns out; we judges still had a hard time choosing winners. In the end, we tried to focus on situations that “typify” what we PWDs tend to go through [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3108510 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:00:18 +0100 3108510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3108392&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=34706&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrdeborahserani.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fmake-your-own-snowflake.html Nothing like some silly online distractions to brighten up your day. Here's a picture of my virtual creation. Doing this activity helped me stay away from the holiday chocolates. So, go ahead, make your own snowflakeWishing you all Glad Tidings and a Healthy 2010. (Source: Dr. Deborah Serani) Dr. Deborah Serani blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3108392 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:23:00 +0100 3108392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3097002&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F17%2Fthe-future-of-presentations%2F I’ve given more than a hundred presentations so far and I had time to find the best device for creating slideshows. My choice is Prezi.com. Now I do all of my presentations in Prezi format and the audience always likes it. I thought I could forget about Powerpoint forever. Now Nancy Duarte, author of the bible of presentations, Slide:ology, published a video featuring Powerpoint 2010. (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3097002 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 01:03:54 +0100 3097002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3115089&cid=t_299680_90_f&fid=0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fannietv600.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F16%2Fcmaj-holiday-review%2F It’s that time of year again, when the major medical journals publish their Christmas (AKA holiday) reading. Below are some of my favourites from the CMAJ Holiday Review, from the December 2009 issue of CMAJ. For past Christmas issues, see Christmas Journal Issues.  Faux Review: A report on the zombie outbreak of 2009: how mathematics can save us (no, really) An outbreak of zombification wreaked havoc recently in Canada and the rest of the world. Mathematical models were created to establish the speed of zombie infection and evaluate potential scenarios for intervention, mainly because mathematicians don’t have anything better to do with their time. We review the development of these models and their effect on the undead. Research: Snappy answers to stupid questions: an evidence-b... ANNE T-V's BLOG blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3115089 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:28:13 +0100 3115089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3096862&cid=t_299680_90_f&fid=0&url=http%3A%2F%2Fannietv600.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F16%2Fcmaj-holiday-review%2F It’s that time of year again, when the major medical journals publish their Christmas (AKA holiday) reading. Below are some of my favourites from the CMAJ Holiday Review, from the December 2009 issue of CMAJ. For past Christmas issues, see Christmas Journal Issues.  Faux Review: A report on the zombie outbreak of 2009: how mathematics can save us (no, really) An outbreak of zombification wreaked havoc recently in Canada and the rest of the world. Mathematical models were created to establish the speed of zombie infection and evaluate potential scenarios for intervention, mainly because mathematicians don’t have anything better to do with their time. We review the development of these models and their effect on the undead. Research: Snappy answers to stupid questions: an evidence-b... ANNE T-V's BLOG blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3096862 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:28:13 +0100 3096862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3097003&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F16%2F10-simple-science-tricks-for-parties%2F It may come in handy… (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3097003 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:01:58 +0100 3097003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3092870&cid=t_299680_133_f&fid=35452&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.graphictruth.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fmonetizing-base.html If Canter and Segal were Republican consultants ... well, they were almost certainly Republicans.GOP.am is brought to you from the dim and shameless corner of the Republican tent, the one where all the grafters and fast buck artists congregate to discuss the profit-making opportunities of various Multi-Level Marketing schemes and the various "can't fail" make money fast schemes they are marketing for a new, low, low price. The problem is that if you spend most of your day pandering to the magical thinking and  bases instincts of the lowest-information consumption units, you might find yourself slipping into the unintentional hilarity zone.I can almost visualize the thought process - if I may cheapen the term for the sake of irony. It goes something like this:Target a group that wants ... Graphictruth blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3092870 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:28:00 +0100 3092870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3106893&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FlMqddQx7JIo%2F Nice but naughty – our addiction to chocolate Chocolate is the most widely and frequently craved food. People readily admit to being ‘addicted to chocolate’ or willingly label themselves as ‘chocoholics’. A popular explanation for this is that chocolate contains mood-enhancing (psychoactive) ingredients that give it special appeal. Evidence and logic, however, find little support for this. [...] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3106893 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:18:53 +0100 3106893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3084914&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F14%2Fdance-your-research-project-videos-of-finalists%2F Do you remember the Dance Your PhD contest? The Science Dance Match-Up challenge is not a new one but still features really interesting videos. This experiment began back in October 2008 with a challenge to scientists to interpret their Ph.D. theses in dance form, capture the dances on video, and upload them onto YouTube. Six weeks later, a panel of expert judges chose four winners, hailing from Australia, Germany, Canada, and the United States. (All of them have artistic backgrounds.) The scientists then passed the baton to the artists. Each scientist was paired with a choreographer. Between November and January, the choreographers studied in depth a peer-reviewed research article from their scientists’ labs. The scientists helped them come to grips with the research and its underly... ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3084914 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:55:06 +0100 3084914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3084841&cid=t_299680_109_f&fid=35088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fqw88nb88.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F14%2Fthe-goldfish-are-back%2F So today when I was stocking groceries, I found some more evidence of malfeasance.  This time it was not a compromised package with the seal broken or contents used, but rather, groceries abandoned in odd places.  (Thankfully, not perishables, like lunch meat stuck behind cookies, or yogurt tubs amongst the baking tins, ugh.) This time, it [...] (Source: Andrea's Buzzing About:) Andrea's Buzzing About: blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3084841 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:39:50 +0100 3084841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3106897&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FYp0DxJMvTpY%2F An alcoholic is a sick human being trying to get well, not a bad one trying to be good. Alcohol is a perfect solvent: It dissolves marriages, families & careers Alcoholism is a disease that tries to convince you that you don’t have it An alcoholic is someone whose feet are firmly planted in thin air Courage is not [...] (Source: Recovery Is Sexy.com) Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3106897 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:44:55 +0100 3106897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3083156&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F13%2Fpicture-of-the-week-how-genetics-works%2F (Via Why Evolution is True) Co-dominance? (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3083156 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:07:33 +0100 3083156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3079519&cid=t_299680_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Flast-day-to-share-your-pre-holiday-stories.html I realize that we haven’t hit Christmas yet this year. And Hanukkah begins tonight at sundown — so maybe you haven’t yet experienced your Best or Worst of the Holidays with Diabetes for this year. But we’re asking anyway: share a story for a chance to win! The DiabetesMine ‘Tis the Season! Survival Sweepstakes closes for [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3079519 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:27:56 +0100 3079519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3067319&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2FAPYfAS6CWBg%2Fwhat_is_internet_video.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3067319 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:42:25 +0100 3067319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3097076&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35822&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.whatwinnersdo.com%2Fmine-enemy-grows-older-no-containment%2F I was inspired by Bottlecappie at Diary of a Quitter to participate in Mine Enemy Grows Older which is a collaborative poetry project run by Rick Mobbs. I have never in my life written poetry but I do love art. Since the whole concept of this project is to look at an image prompt, which is a work of art by Rick Mobbs, and see what it inspires out of you, I figured I would take a shot at it. So without further ado... Here is my first shot (I'm getting embarrassed already!) at poetry. No Containment There is a piece of me in all I see An infinite amount of connections that will always be I'm in the ground, in the sky, in the sun, in the moon I'm intertwined in the earth's continuous tune The shadows from the moon and the brightness from the sun Keeps our natural flow from coming undone Exam... What Winners Do blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3097076 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:22:32 +0100 3097076 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3067314&cid=t_299680_151_f&fid=35822&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FWhatWinnersDo%2F%7E3%2FDwcmLJQNetI%2F I was inspired by Bottlecappie at Diary of a Quitter to participate in Mine Enemy Grows Older which is a collaborative poetry project run by Rick Mobbs. I have never in my life written poetry but I do love art. Since the whole concept of this project is to look at an image prompt, which is a work of art by Rick Mobbs, and see what it inspires out of you, I figured I would take a shot at it. So without further ado... Here is my first shot (I'm getting embarrassed already!) at poetry. No Containment There is a piece of me in all I see An infinite amount of connections that will always be I'm in the ground, in the sky, in the sun, in the moon I'm intertwined in the earth's continuous tune The shadows from the moon and the brightness from the sun Keeps our natural flow from coming undone Exam... What Winners Do blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3067314 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:22:32 +0100 3067314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3061518&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F05%2Fa-really-funny-idea%2F Sometimes a marketing idea can provide inspiration that could be used in healthcare innovations as well. Imagine hospitals where people learn about healthy lifestyle by only using such solutions: (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3061518 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:11:37 +0100 3061518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3061519&cid=t_299680_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2009%2F12%2F05%2Fhospital-music-videos%2F Do you remember the music video with the title Breathe? I wrote about it a few months ago. Their name is The Laryngospasms and they have an own website where you can download other songs as well like the Fractured Femur. Here are other “pop classics”: Update: Many thanks to Denton Shanks for the other tips: (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3061519 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:09:45 +0100 3061519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3059896&cid=t_299680_154_f&fid=36427&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FABlogAroundTheClock%2F%7E3%2Fh9zB56XiGDc%2Fimmanuel_kant_song_video.php Read the comments on this post... (Source: A Blog Around The Clock) A Blog Around The Clock blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3059896 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:51:53 +0100 3059896