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Snakes and puzzles, oh my. Guess what, I used to have a Rosie Boa and took care of a California King snake for our school over vacation time once. The King got loose in the house, which scared the h___ out of my mother. I found it in my closet under a piece of luggage. Thank heaven our heat ducts were all high on the walls, or we might have lost it forever.

A little off subject here, but oh well.

 

As to the girl, I guess you should just continue with your present mode of operation. She probably just isn't ready for a permanent commitment. Anyway, Good Luck.

She sounds a little fickled to me.

fick?le \"fi-kel\ adj : not firm or steadfast in disposition or character : inconstant ? fick?le?ness n

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How old is she? Perhaps it is just immaturity.

 

Strange-garden is right though. The more you chase, the faster she will run.

Hello again Silent-Stranger and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. There is nothing wrong with talking about ones self in an intro. After all that is what it is for.

 

I too am a puzzle person. Keeps the mind sharp and refreshed. Also makes the time pass when you are bored.

 

Make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits.

 

You can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17. If you need any more help, just ask. Someone will either answer you or point you to the answer.

 

Also, don't us too many puter/messaging/texting shorthands. Not everybody on here understands them. ***Like me for instance. ***

Hello khlieeq and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA.

 

***Applause, clapping, hurrahs**** Very nice introduction. You have an eclectic range of interests. And an impressive IQ, mine is 120. ***pats self on back*** You will be an interesting addition to our little family here at Trap 17. You did not tell us what your purpose is here on the forum. Are you looking for the free no-ads hosting or just a forum to participate in?

 

I guess I don't need to tell you to make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits if that is what you are after. You can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17. You will need to know all this to participate. Good luck with your ventures and see you around the boards.

Well, saw the surgeon and it seems that the herniated disc (Note: I have corrected the spelling. Should have done some research before posting.) is the least of my worries. I have a relatively advanced case of cervical stenosis as well.

Cervical stenosis pinches the spinal cord

As we age, the spine may develop degenerative changes in the joints that can create tightening of the spinal canal. Over time this process may lead to pinching the spinal cord and compromise of coordination of the extremities.

 

My spinal canal is less than half the diameter of a normal canal and is pinching my spinal cord for about the distance of 5 vertebrae in my neck. The only way to relieve it is to do a laminectomy. The herniated disc is complicating things by pressing against the already compressed spinal cord.

The most common surgery in the lumbar spine is called decompressive laminectomy in which the laminae (roof) of the vertebrae are removed to create more space for the nerves. A surgeon may perform a laminectomy with or without fusing vertebrae or removing part of a disc. Various devices (like screws or rods) may be used to enhance fusion and support unstable areas of the spine.

Of course now I am faced with 2 surgeries. Removal of the herniated disc, with use of bone from my hip to fill in the empty space left, and fusing of the bones from a frontal entry. Then from the back, the laminectomy. Ain't that a hoot?

Of course, I could choose not to have surgery, but, then, according to the surgeon, I am then faced with the possibility of becoming a quadriplegic if the narrowing process damages the spinal cord. Or a sudden jerk, movement, jolt, or whiplash or such causes damage to the spinal cord. This is a scarey thought. However, I think I may seek another opinion on the probablility of this happening.

I recently had a MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) done on my cervical spine because I have a nagging pain radiating from my neck down my arm to my thumb. The day after, my doctor called me to inform me that I have a herniated disk in my neck that is pressing against my spinal cord. This is probably the source of the aggravation. He wants me to see a surgeon. I conceded a visit with his referal, but will not entertain the idea of surgery on my neck. Especially since I know the surgeon would be going through from the front to tackle the disk. I would hope there is an alternative to surgery for I am not looking forward to that possibility any too soon. I will wait until the pain is unbearable.

 

My husband has 3 herniated disks down lower in his back from a fracture of his spine. He won't have surgery until he cannot walk. He was given this advice by his surgeon because the outlook for surgery helping him is not in his favor; 33% good results, 33% no results and 34% worse results (unable to walk). When he cannot walk, he won't have that much to lose. His injury has been handled with extensive physical therapy which has helped even to control some of his pain.

 

The funny part of this whole story is that I have not had any recent injury to my neck. My only serious injury was some time ago when I was kicked in the face by our pony. It really messed up my face; broken nose and occipital orbit as well as a cerebral concusion. This is the only whiplash-type injury I have ever suffered. Now I am wondering if all the pain I have had in my neck all these years has been this silly disk all along. And, now, somehow the protrusion has finally gotten large enough to press against my spinal cord hard enough to cause such terrible pain down my arm. I guess that is a question for the surgeon when I see him this Thursday.

 

Has anybody else had problems with herniated disks? How did you contend with this problem? Did you have surgery? What was the outcome?

I would be careful of using anything out of a medicine cabinet on a cat that licks. It might ingest something that is poisonous to it. Calamine lotion is good for human itches, but contains zinc and iron oxides that may upset kitty's tummy. You should really consult a vet about putting anything on the "hot spot". There are meds for such things that won't interfer with kitty's system.

Hello DanielL and welcome back to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. Your handle does sound a little familiar.

 

Yes, you should hang around a little longer this time, like stay for a millenium or so. We can use all the input you have to offer. The forums can be lively. Try to participate. See you around the boards.

Hello Dark-Viking and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. Any relation to Eric the Red?

 

I just love bunnies of all kinds. We used to raise them when I was living on a farm. Can't have them now cause I live in the village.

 

I love forensic science as well. Watch all the programs on Discovery, A&E, History and Court TV about cases solved using forensics. Documentary and true programs that is. I am not for drama based programs.

 

In case you haven't found things by now, you can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17.

Welcome back Husker. We have missed your smiling face.

 

Let's get started on a new post subject, hmmm. What shall it be?

Hello jimmyIn2004 and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. You are kind of on the other side of the world from me.

 

Read up on all the rules etc here at Trap 17. You can use the links just above my sig to learn all you need.

 

Make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits. Make quality post and you will have enough credits to get your hosting in no time.

 

See you around the boards.

Hello pyrogirl64 in Scotland, and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA.

 

bhavesh beat me again giving you good advice. If you haven't already found things you use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17.

 

Make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits.

 

Yeh, what will the theme of your site be?

Really it isn't anything. I make up weird things like this when I'm bored.

Well, submitting quality posts on this forum should keep you from boredom.

Hello Sean aka:Wired2k7 and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA.

 

bhavesh has already clued you in on important stuff. If you havn't already found it you can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17.

 

People here are all friendly and helpful. If you have questions, just ask. Someone will either answer you or point you to the answer. Trap 17 offers the best free no-ads hosting packages on the web. Furthmore, it is reliable hosting. Very seldom is the site down. About 99.9% of the time things are running smoothly.

 

Make quality posts and you will have credits enough for your hosting in no time. See you around the boards.

Hello Kelsey, who really prefers to be called Kero, or Keroshii, and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. You are not the only Harry Potter fan on here. However, it does get redundant reading about Potter sometimes. Hmmm, cosmotology and mortician. I see the relationship somewhat. At least you wouldn't have to worry about putting the curlers in too tight.

 

If you get along with most age groups, you will do fine here. There is a broad ranage of ages and everybody is helpful and friendly here. You will need to learn all about Trap 17, so you can use the links just above my sig. This will lead you to all the information you need.

 

See you around the boards.

 

BTW, what is this poll all about?

Guess I am a day late, and a dollar or so short so I couldn't get you a gift. I was out at the casino. Sorry, OpaQue.

Belated Happy Birthday!.

Hello omarsdali and welcome back to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA.

 

So you have returned to the best free no-ads hosting on the web. Too bad about your other host, they left you things to be desired, didn't they? You may want to review the rules and regulations here at Trap. You can use the links just above my sig.

 

You sound like an interesting addition to our little family forum. See you around the boards.

I would open do this if I didn't have to enter email.

I agree with elaks about the use of the e-mail. There are a lot of free e-mail sites around. Set up a mailbox somewhere for this test only and you won't be giving out your usual e-mail address.

Hello Anime and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. You need to come back and tell us a little more about yourself. If you are having trouble with your introduction, perhaps this will help.

 

You also need to read up on the rules and regulations about this site. You can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17. Make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits.

 

So you found us while googling, huh? This is the best free no-ads hosting site on the web, if that is what you are looking for. If you are only here to post on the forum, there are a lot of topics and friendly chatter. People here are helpful. If you have a question, just ask. Somebody will answer you or point you to the answer. Look forward to seeing your posts on the boards.

Hello Leon aka:laexter and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. I too hope we can be friends even tho I am not in Indonesia.

 

You have come to the right place for reliable free no-ads hosting. And the people here on the forum are all friendly and helpful. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits. So keep making good content posts and you will have the credits for your hosting in no time.

 

In case you haven't read up on things yet, you can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17.

Hello Needle and welcome to Trap 17 from Mich, in Michigan, USA. You need to come back and tell us something about yourself.

 

If you are having trouble with your introduction, perhaps this will help. You also need to read the rules and regulations for participation here at Trap 17. You can use the links just above my sig to learn all about Trap 17.

 

Make sure you don't post a lot of one-liners, they are considered spam. It is not the number of posts you make, but the quality that earns you credits.

Hey, I tried it too and my site comes up on the second page fifth one down.

 

The last one on the first page is

Small Trap - 17"x5"x5" for rodents, squirrels: Petsafe-Warehouse

Somehow I don't think this is your site you speak of.

Great advise Tuddy. I will add to it by saying it sounds like she does like you and just doesn't know how to act around you. Just like you seem not to know how to act around her.

Just wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving to those whole celebrate Thanksgiving.

 

CARD

Well, I have taken that Cruise in Alaska, and I think that everyone had to have a birth certificate last year as well. There is nothing wrong with that requirement. There is a backlog of applications at the passport office tho. I believe because of it, there has been some kind of lengthening of the time on the 2008 requirement.

 

BTW: You should be using quotes around the parts of this that you indeed did quote.