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I don't get it? I feel like I'm missing something
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It's just a literal overlay. So that one can compare directly the latitudes of Europe to North America. Most murricans don't realize how high Europe is.
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Originally Posted by Mobius
(Post 1429645)
It's just a literal overlay. So that one can compare directly the latitudes of Europe to North America. Most murricans don't realize how high Europe is.
That particular map is also useful for demonstrating to Europeans just how big the US & Canada are. --Ian |
Originally Posted by codrus
(Post 1429648)
That particular map is also useful for demonstrating to Europeans just how big the US & Canada are.
--Ian :giggle: |
Originally Posted by Mobius
(Post 1429645)
It's just a literal overlay. So that one can compare directly the latitudes of Europe to North America. Most murricans don't realize how high Europe is.
Same goes for Turkey / Greece / Italy / etc. Rome is at the same latitude at freaking Chicago?! https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...4acf77c986.png By comparison, it's no wonder that Spain / Portual / Morocco are so awesome. |
When I was in northern Scotland, it didn't really get dark until well after 11PM. And the sun was up by 4AM.
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Originally Posted by hi_im_sean
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https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...der-fandom.jpg |
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Originally Posted by Scaxx
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I don't get it? I feel like I'm missing something
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Originally Posted by Braineack
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(Pressboard Estates)
Full rez: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...19e04b11fb.png Probably a more realistic depiction: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...2d77b8e480.png |
This was about 9:30PM in the town of Onich, Scotland, about 2 hours north of Glasgow. That's Lock Linnhe in the background.
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Originally Posted by rleete
(Post 1429738)
This was about 9:30PM in the town of Onich, Scotland, about 2 hours north of Glasgow. That's Lock Linnhe in the background.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...c1f548ef00.jpg Which one is you? |
That's rleete in the background... look close:
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...dfcdf1fe40.png |
Originally Posted by y8s
(Post 1429770)
That's rleete in the background... look close:
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...dfcdf1fe40.png |
Originally Posted by Joe Perez
(Post 1429509)
And yeah, 4 cigars in 5 hours is a bit much. Like I said, I'm hoping that's what it was. Saturday was constant, unending pain, felt like Hustler's mom was sitting on my chest. Sunday was pain only when moving around or inhaling deeply. Today, the pain is mostly gone, but I still have some discomfort and a cough when I take a very deep breath. Never experienced anything like this before. I've had severe respiratory distress associated with allergic reactions when I was a kid, but this was different. No itching, no runny nose or red eyes, nothing at all other than a feeing of "holy shit, I think I may literally be having a heart attack." I'm still a little freaked out that this has gone on for three days, but at least I do not appear to be dying. Next time, call 911. Most EMS departments do a 12 lead on the spot. If they say you are having a heart attack, go with them. If they say that everything looks normal, just refuse transportation. My local service doesn't charge for non-transport call. Even if they do charge for a 12-lead, it won't cost much, and it's worth knowing whether or not you had a heart attack or not. https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...300051c3b3.jpg |
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Originally Posted by Mobius
(Post 1429645)
It's just a literal overlay. So that one can compare directly the latitudes of Europe to North America. Most murricans don't realize how high Europe is.
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Originally Posted by Godless Commie
(Post 1429752)
I'm assuming you are in this pic.
Which one is you?
Originally Posted by y8s
(Post 1429770)
That's rleete in the background... look close:
*Nessie pic* The bridge used in the Harry Potter films: https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...a504c5b6d9.jpg |
Originally Posted by Monk
(Post 1429845)
What you described sounds a lot like a heart attack, and just because you didn't die, doesn't mean you didn't have one.
Next time, call 911. Most EMS departments do a 12 lead on the spot. If they say you are having a heart attack, go with them. If they say that everything looks normal, just refuse transportation. My local service doesn't charge for non-transport call. Even if they do charge for a 12-lead, it won't cost much, and it's worth knowing whether or not you had a heart attack or not. But on an unrelated note, free metal: click to play |
Delirium Tremens?
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Originally Posted by Joe Perez
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It's entirely possible. We're at day 5, and I'm still having shortness of breath and mild pain. Probably gonna visit an urgent care at some point...
fun fact: i also cut off my cast. |
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biting my nails waiting for joe's results.
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EKG is clean, x ray less so.
Did you know that x ray plates are electronic & wireless now? ETA from Olderguy: Gratuitous picture added. Out of ponies. |
Originally Posted by Joe Perez
(Post 1430006)
EKG is clean, x ray less so.
Did you know that x ray plates are electronic & wireless now? ETA from Olderguy: Gratuitous picture added. Out of ponies. |
... and now I'm being admitted to the hospital... And of course the insurance at my new job hasn't come online yet.
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#thanksobama
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You're not supposed to do that, Joe. How the heck did that happen?
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Just find an already inflated balloon and give it a squeeze. Should blow that sucker (no pun intended) back up in no time.
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To a speedy recovery Joe .
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Joe, get better soon.
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These guys work fast. Just had chest surgery, with my boots on, while fully conscious.
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The hell happened?! :O Wish you a speedy recovery!
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How exactly did you do this, Joe?
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Originally Posted by Joe Perez
(Post 1430041)
... and now I'm being admitted to the hospital... And of course the insurance at my new job hasn't come online yet.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...f28c8a4880.png |
Originally Posted by sixshooter
(Post 1430092)
How exactly did you do this, Joe?
Originally Posted by olderguy
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You should still be able to claim COBRA coverage at the old place if it hasn't been 30 days.
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You could have been sitting home with minor discomfort sipping a beverage instead of wasting time at the hospital.
Priorities, Joe. Have you tried R.L. Seales rum? |
What was your last day at your previous employer? AIUI (at least in CA), employer-provided health insurance is done on month boundaries. So if your last day was in July, then under those rules you'd be covered until 7/31, even if you'd finished that job on, say, 7/2. No idea if the same applies in Chicago or not.
Get well soon! Also, bizarre that they let you keep your pants. --Ian |
Originally Posted by codrus
(Post 1430106)
What was your last day at your previous employer? AIUI (at least in CA), employer-provided health insurance is done on month boundaries. So if your last day was in July, then under those rules you'd be covered until 7/31, even if you'd finished that job on, say, 7/2. No idea if the same applies in Chicago or not.
Get well soon! Also, bizarre that they let you keep your pants. --Ian I mentioned this a few pages back but apparently was passed over or missed. To a speedy recovery, Joe! |
Speedy recovery Joe.
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Shit Joe! I hope you get better soon!
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X ray this morning showed the lung re- inflating, and I can breathe a lot better. Still under suction on the chest tube, producing drainage:
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...e15e17387e.jpg I'll tell you what's weird as hell here is the cafeteria menu. I thought hospitals didn't serve shit which causes the things they treat here in the cardiac imu ward. https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...0e798a53f9.jpg Biscuits & sausage gravy? Pizza? French fries? Bbq? It just keeps going... |
If they cured everyone, they'd be out of business.
I'm glad to see it's not a heart attack. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8...a4fe9d~mv2.jpg |
Ultimate MT Sacrifice: Joe Perez demonstrates catch-can principles on self for miataman04. :eek5: Get well.
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Originally Posted by Joe Perez
(Post 1430140)
X ray this morning showed the lung re- inflating, and I can breathe a lot better. Still under suction on the chest tube, producing drainage: ~ Biscuits & sausage gravy? Pizza? French fries? Bbq? It just keeps going...
https://vintage.ponychan.net/chan/ar...923688521.jpg? |
Sorry to hear about the lung Joe, I've been through that 6 times now. Every time it's been spontaneous and took multiple surgeries + many chest tubes...Hope you get better quickly!
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Since I helped develop and manufacture those units, can I be blamed for helping save Joe's life?
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Originally Posted by m2cupcar
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Ultimate MT Sacrifice: Joe Perez demonstrates catch-can principles on self for miataman04. :eek5: Get well.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...e8ca3800af.png |
Originally Posted by olderguy
(Post 1430175)
Since I helped develop and manufacture those units, can I be blamed for helping save Joe's life?
From what I'm learning, this condition usually occurs only in tall, skinny white males. My sister sent me this: https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...cbaceabc5e.jpg |
Get well soon Joe!
Lung catch can. LOL! I always wondered what causes a lung to collapse. From medlineplus.gov: Collapsed lung (pneumothorax)A collapsed lung occurs when air escapes from the lung. The air then fills the space outside of the lung, between the lung and chest wall. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it cannot expand as much as it normally does when you take a breath.The medical name of this condition is pneumothorax. CausesCollapsed lung can be caused by an injury to the lung. Injuries can include a gunshot or knife wound to the chest, rib fracture, or certain medical procedures.In some cases, a collapsed lung is caused by air blisters (blebs) that break open, sending air into the space around the lung. This can result from air pressure changes such as when scuba diving or traveling to a high altitude. Tall, thin people and smokers are more at risk for a collapsed lung. ouch. |
^^ boost creep?
Once again, proof that life's to short for cheap cigars Joe "Tall, thin ... smokers are more at risk for a collapsed lung" Hope you have a speedy recovery Joe! |
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