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OKCPirate

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    OKCPirate got a reaction from LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    @@Odie - I'm not a Trump apologist by any stretch of the imagination, but I'm getting a little tired of the vitriol against him before he has even taken office. As Bill Maher has observed, the left is now kicking itself for being so hard on McCain because they are stuck with the same rhetoric they used on him as they do with Trump. They should have kept their powder dry. As with all politician, there are some things I like, other things I don't, but I would like to get a sense of his policies and proposals without vitriol and certainly without violence.
    And I'm with you on the racism and bigotry, but what got my attention in my attempt at discussion with this person on FB was she was making riduculous asertions, I posted some facts. She claimed her feelings trumped facts because as a white, heterosexual and CIS male, any facts I presented were irrelevant. That to me is racism. I would be appalled at anyone who ignored truth because it was spoken by someone of color. Apparently mentioning that such a statement was bigotry is a trigger. Who knew?
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from GBLady41 in Anyone just skip the insurance hoops & go to Mexico?   
    @@fatgirlfreed It depends on who you are. If you can do your own research, and have a strong support network, it works very well. I am really glad I had mine done in Mexico. I thought the facilities were great. Huge room, very few surface areas for dust/germs to gather on. Rooms/halls mopped 3 times a day. No wonder the rate of infection was so low.
    But I had a good NUT here, I knew what I was getting into, did emotional work ahead of time and kept up with my therapist during the journey. So know yourself. And there are great sites to evaluate surgeons and facilities.
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    @@Odie - I'm not a Trump apologist by any stretch of the imagination, but I'm getting a little tired of the vitriol against him before he has even taken office. As Bill Maher has observed, the left is now kicking itself for being so hard on McCain because they are stuck with the same rhetoric they used on him as they do with Trump. They should have kept their powder dry. As with all politician, there are some things I like, other things I don't, but I would like to get a sense of his policies and proposals without vitriol and certainly without violence.
    And I'm with you on the racism and bigotry, but what got my attention in my attempt at discussion with this person on FB was she was making riduculous asertions, I posted some facts. She claimed her feelings trumped facts because as a white, heterosexual and CIS male, any facts I presented were irrelevant. That to me is racism. I would be appalled at anyone who ignored truth because it was spoken by someone of color. Apparently mentioning that such a statement was bigotry is a trigger. Who knew?
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    @@LittleBill - I was in Seatle with my daughters, and I found a cool AirB&B in Jimmy Hendrix's old neighborhood. This poor lady was terrified that some big old red neck looking guy from Oklahoma was going to be, I think she envisioned every worst case stereotype. It was hilarious when she left her comment when we left of "maybe we should get to really know people before judging them." Sigh, people do need to get out of their echo chambers.
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    OKCPirate reacted to LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    You know, there are a lot of us rednecks who are really very intellectual. We just like boots, jeans, John Deere hats and guns. Excuse me. I missed my Oxford comma.
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    @@Odie - I'm not a Trump apologist by any stretch of the imagination, but I'm getting a little tired of the vitriol against him before he has even taken office. As Bill Maher has observed, the left is now kicking itself for being so hard on McCain because they are stuck with the same rhetoric they used on him as they do with Trump. They should have kept their powder dry. As with all politician, there are some things I like, other things I don't, but I would like to get a sense of his policies and proposals without vitriol and certainly without violence.
    And I'm with you on the racism and bigotry, but what got my attention in my attempt at discussion with this person on FB was she was making riduculous asertions, I posted some facts. She claimed her feelings trumped facts because as a white, heterosexual and CIS male, any facts I presented were irrelevant. That to me is racism. I would be appalled at anyone who ignored truth because it was spoken by someone of color. Apparently mentioning that such a statement was bigotry is a trigger. Who knew?
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    OKCPirate reacted to WLSResources/ClothingExch in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    I think yYour use is the first I've come across the term "social justice warrior." If I have heard it, it was swept up in a barrage of rhetoric and imagesi So that I wouldn't misunderstand, I googled for the meaning, read it and thought "Nice, that's derogatory." I clicked out and went back to find the origin, but clicked out again when I saw the notation, "derogatory." The source became moot.

    I had to read "anti-intellectual left" a few times and wondered at the juxtaposition of words. We don't know the same people. I think of the "redneck right" (not my usual expression, but it fits here) as anti-intellectual. Let's just say that we come from different neighborhoods. It also took a couple of looks for me to see that you hadn't been defriended.

    It seems to me that, if one chooses derogatory terms, one shouldn't be surprised by landing in an echo chamber. Basing the topic on internet associations, however, makes the topic shaky to my way of thinking. Would you knowingly have as a real-world friend someone you would consider a bigot? Would that person be welcomed at your dinner table?

    Sometimes discourse is not meant to be. It can go in circles and around the block for days and then everyone goes back to their houses, forgets the discussion, maybe gets huffy and everything stays the same.

    P.S. re your title: The political certainly does become personal. They're inextricably linked.
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    OKCPirate reacted to Odie in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    I had to think about this subject before replying!! It should be said that I love a good argument with people who can argue without getting personal or resorting to below the belt tactics. My people don't have to be the same religion, same colour, same politics or cheer for the same hockey team!!
    Having said that, I cannot condone racism or bigotry. I'm Canadian so I'm not sure if it is right for me to comment on your politics but your President Elect is a stereotype of everything I despise in a person. First and foremost, he is a bully and I despise that above all things even racism and bigotry!! When someone on my Facebook list chooses to admire him, then I know we have nothing in common and gives me a clear insight to their true character.
    However, I also despise militant Social Justice Warriors whose constant theatrics trivializes true injustices. They are not concerned about how people are treated, but rather want to be noticed and applauded! Though my son is a grown man now, I am a single parent who supported us by hard work and not relying on the system to take care of us. I was a feminist BEFORE it even had a name!! But I love having a door opened for me and my arm taken so that I don't slip and fall!!
    I'm complicated!! lol But I don't take any crap from anyone. I hate scenes and public displays. I never have a battle of wits with an unarmed person so I choose to ignore them. I have unfriended people but have also just chosen to not follow some so that I don't hurt their feelings. I can't keep quiet if someone is being bullied but usually wait till I get them alone!!
    I don't know if that answers your question or begs more questions!!
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    OKCPirate reacted to LittleBill in Funny how the political becomes personal   
    I pushed the eject button on a number of idiots who are incapable of intelligent/civil/polite discourse. You cannot have an intelligent exchange with an idealogue. It is like trying to dig a hole in Water.
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    OKCPirate reacted to bitingcat in So the honeymoon is over?   
    At 3 1/2 mos I'm too new to speak to long term concerns. But as someone who went in with a serious ankle tendon injury, had a hiatal hernia repair with 6 weeks of "no abs!", and developed pretty bad anemia post op, I'd like to second the PT idea. I'd get a list of restrictions from medical team and she'd work around what I could and couldn't do towards both strengthening my leg and general fitness. After losing muscle post surgery, I've started gaining again at the 3 mos mark. That's while still using a cane to walk, btw. .
    The medical staff was super impressed. Otoh, I've become an athletic stretchy pants person and I feel like I need a "I did PT today!" sticker to justify fat woman with cane in athletic clothes.
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    OKCPirate reacted to hernandez776 in Anyone else flying out of State?   
    First let me start by saying I live in Alaska and our options for Bariatric surgeons is not the most abundant. I believe there are only two Doctors that do the procedure and the reviews/word of mouth on the two of them is not the greatest. After searching for what seemed like forever, I've decided to head to Seattle to the Northwest weight loss clinic in Everette. I will have to make two trips one for the consult and one for surgery. I just bought my tickets and will be flying down Feb 6th for the first 2 appointments and I will get to pick my surgery date before I leave . Is any one else flying out of state or has flown out of state for surgery? How long did it take after surgery to fly home? How uncomfortable was it? any information would be helpful. Thanks
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    OKCPirate reacted to Maidenhaze in So the honeymoon is over?   
    It's been a hard adjustment for sure. I ran three times a week before all this. I can't lift anything or even push a heavy shopping cart. But alas, it's one more hurdle and I'll get over it. I just started freaking out after reading this thread thinking I'm gonna end up looking like Kate Moss or someone else with no leg muscles! Since squats are out and running is in my past, I may lose my only asset, my runners legs! thank you for your well wishes!
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    OKCPirate reacted to Maidenhaze in So the honeymoon is over?   
    I can't do anything to strengthen my core, which surprisingly is most exercises. I may be able to use a stationary bike but walking is okay as long as there are no hills and not prolonged period of time.
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    OKCPirate reacted to UpandAtom in Too Much Too Fast? Kinda Freaked out!   
    Hi everyone, It's been a while since I've posted, largely because I've been pretty busy enjoying my new life. But Lately I've been a bit worried that I may be on the edge of losing too much weight! I just stepped on the scale and weighed in at 198. I peaked a few years ago at 380 and my surgery weight was 351 this past May, so eight months ago. That is over 150 pounds lost in eight months!
    I had been feeling pretty good with good energy. But I had some knee surgery (which I had previously written about in this forum) a couple weeks ago and am now in a pretty poor state of mind. I'm sure it is a combination of painkillers and general post-surgical lethargy and depression from sitting all day, but man do I feel weak. I feel like a bag of bones with a lot of gross saggy skin!
    Should I be concerned tht I've lost too much too fast? How do I slow this down? I still can't eat anything to speak of. For example today I had a single serve container of Greek yogurt with fresh blueberries for Breakfast, a 16 oz. bowl of chicken Soup for lunch and two squares of pizza for dinner. I had a snack of three triscuits and a slice of cheese. Most days I also have a Protein Shake but am out today. I literally can't eat more than this.
    Anyone else been here? Anyone have any suggestions on how to slow this train down? I can't get out to the dr. until I have this cast removed and am approved to drive, probably another three weeks or so.
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    OKCPirate reacted to Treadmillwalker in Instant Results Wanted   
    This made me laugh. So often people want instant results. It is hard work to lose weight and get in shape regardless of having WLS.
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    OKCPirate reacted to xoxococojay in What is wrong with literal overly sensitive assholes?   
    Omg thank you all so much. I hope you all know just how much you just made my day.
    Fyi- i hiccup every single time i eat, it is the most annoying thing on earth. And i always burp after Water. I never used to do that lol.
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from xoxococojay in What is wrong with literal overly sensitive assholes?   
    @@xoxococojay - That is the best title for a post I've ever seen. heheheheheheheehehe
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    OKCPirate got a reaction from heidikat72 in Any maintenance 10 to 20 pound weight loss mentors?   
    @@jenn1 - just quietly protesting in my own way
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    OKCPirate reacted to xoxococojay in What is wrong with literal overly sensitive assholes?   
    Long story short even though i recently got sleeved. My dietician was impressed with my recovery and all of the changes i've made thus far. So she asked me to come speak at two of her pre-op diet classes and answer questions for other newbies, give them tips and so on. Needless to say the class actually went REALLY WELL. I felt like i helped a lot of people through there fears and put them at ease.
    I posted a recap on another support group blog for those who missed the class and it was like crucified by overly sensitive literal IQ under 12 assholes. And i can't take it. I was only trying to help, which i did. WTF.
    It was like they were all judging me for sharing MY own experiences. I don't know what to do. We all have ups and downs but damn don't get mad at me for having a few ups, aren't we supposed to help each other out???
    I was most frustrated because the comments were all from people who didn't attend the class so they have no clue about what i was actually sharing or what questions got asked.
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    OKCPirate reacted to Healthy_life2 in Any maintenance 10 to 20 pound weight loss mentors?   
    @OKCPirate
    WOW ! is that your profile picture now? Or am I seeing things...lol @LipsticLady *this is funny as hell to me*

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    OKCPirate reacted to Dub in Overly sensitive/militant people!   
    Well said @Odie.
    There is too much butthurt around here.
    This is a bariatric forum......a place where we've come....we've taken extreme measures to gain control over our health.
    Some folks choose to keep their heads buried in the sand and simply want a warm blanket thrown on them. Let 'em stay there...heads buried....tide will come in and drown them at some point. I simply don't have the energy to help them any longer. Ignorance is a choice at this point. There is no way that somebody reaches the point where they reach the act of actually having wls and they don't know the basics. No way in hell. They've been briefed and they choose to ignore it.
    The rest of us will do the work to reach our goals and live lean and happy. It's not always easy....but it's much easier since surgery.
    I'm so tired of the childish butthurt that I see around here. Folks need to grow up and own up. Solutions have been provided if they'll simply own their actions.
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    OKCPirate reacted to justhere4theshow in Overly sensitive/militant people!   
    I allowed myself to be provoked more than once when I first came to BP. Now I just read the feisty stuff whilst sitting on my hands...it's not worth the Cortisol and the resulting belly fat to get involved. I do find really good information when I look past the petty stuff.
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    OKCPirate reacted to 2ndSpring in Overly sensitive/militant people!   
    hahaha. i had to google it, but...YES!!! love it.
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    OKCPirate reacted to LittleBill in Overly sensitive/militant people!   
    The acronym does not describe the person who is the problem. It describes the sentiment expressed when those people show up and want to take control of your life and tell you what to do. It is FOAD. I do not say that I ever used it. I just say I know about it. Just in case.
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    OKCPirate reacted to xoxococojay in Overly sensitive/militant people!   
    Omg that literally just happened to me. I feel your pain. I think those people need additional psych evals.
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