Earl Cooley @114: as others have mentioned, milk can be frozen. I have found that if my work fridge is set cold enough, my milk freezes and this extends the shelf life. As long as some of the milk in the container is frozen, it will last longer.
At work, I keep the milk out all day, and return it to my fridge before I leave. Sometimes I forget to put it away; when I find it the next morning, and it still smells ok, I immediately put it into the freezer, and I've rescued at least one container from spoiling.
I'm pondering Rouge, the based-on-real-life story of a reddish saltie (Australian crocodile) that attacks boats for the too, too delicious screams which emanate. Or am I mis-remembering it?
Open-Thread linkiness:
Dave Freer Packs Up and Moves to Australia. They have raised some money, and are in the process of actually moving.
SylvieG @ 7: The pain gets duller, and the immediate grief gradually changes into sad memories. I've lost many pets over the past 30 years, and plenty of patients as well. The part that gets easier is knowing that you can handle the pain.
Thirteen is a good long time for most pets, although it seems so very short to us. Some of my cats never made it to that advanced age, and some went past. Our old dog made it to 14 and 1/2, with a lot of support.
I'm always grateful for the love they share while they're with us, and the pleasure we take in each other's company. When the time comes, I know it's the last gift I can offer to our companions.
My sincere condolences on your loss. In due time, you may decide to find another companion, but you'll never forget your dog -- no matter how many years pass or other dogs enter your heart, each one will become special memories.
Good luck, best wishes, etc.
John @ 804: What about blood-flow variations? MRI can image variations in blood flow which are linked -- at least by correlation if not causation -- to brain function.
Joel: even though all of my cats are trained to stay off the counters, I have no doubt whatsoever that at least one cat* can get on while no one is around. Adding to that, our dogs will try for any food (or possible food) on the counters. Our workspace is always cleaned before food prep, and so on.
My question was more philosophical, although as a gas stove user, I'd forgotten about the hot elements.
*In this case, Kedgie's well-known inability** to jump has allowed us to eliminate her as a suspect.
**She only thinks she can't jump, so she doesn't even try.
Nicole, my sympathies -- and best wishes for your cat's continued healing.
I agree; we don't need to make it hazardous for proper training. I've always advocated a spray bottle and spritzing the cat while looking away. Then again, if a cat is on the counter when no human is there to see it, does it really matter?
In the early 1990s, I worked with a young (formerly East) German woman who had been just the right age when the Wall came down; she took the opportunity to attend medical school in west Germany and was doing her fellowship with us. When she learned that I am Jewish, and had relatives who fled Eastern Europe, she apologized.
At that moment, I stopped being angry at Germany. I only wish my grandmother could have heard her. It wouldn't have done a thing for her lost sister or nieces and nephews, but it would have made her feel better about modern Germany.
I agree with abi; history shows us quite clearly that almost any country can -- with the right application of jingoism and hatred -- be brought to such depths. Kenya, Rwanda, Cambodia, Armenia -- all Hitler did was export this kind of hatred on a large scale to most of Europe.
We are all challenged to never forget.
In November of 1989 I was living in Canada. Learning of the wall coming down was far nicer than the invasion of Grenada, and I still shed a tear when I look at the photos of the people climbing the wall. Heck, even thinking of those photos is enough to start things going. I need more tea.
(A toast! To walls falling!)
PJ, Mary Aileen: it's Delaware. The Mason-Dixon Line doesn't start at the coast.
Lori Coulson @ 172: I do neurology, but not in cats; however, I am owned by several cats, one of whom is now more than 16 years old.
Shakiness is not common in elderly cats, although they certainly can develop neurodegenerative disease. Are there any other clinical signs to go along with this? Appetite changes, litterbox changes, skin/hair coat changes?
Hm. That wasn't me..that was the internet connection. Oh, well, there's plenty of bathday fishes for anyone who needs more.
Epacris @ 922: Bathday fishes are never too late.
Epacris @ 922: Bathday fishes are never too late.
Albatross @700: Thanks!
(catching up after being away for two days)
Stefan @243: I hated ITA with a fiery passion. I entered first grade already reading (hyperlexia, hello!) and reading above grade level, and ITA was intended for students who needed help learning to read.
My public school ended up moving me into second grade after a few weeks of first grade. Ultimately, this was not one of their good ideas.
Thanks, everyone! Also, happy birthday to David, as I didn't see that post before I left for the weekend. We met my parents in Baltimore and had a great time. If anyone ever needs a fantastic Turkish restaurant in B'more, I highly recommend Cazbar.
Speaking of dark chocolate ginger, my dad mentioned getting this at Trader Joe, which he proclaimed "delicious". I suppose I'll just have to try it for myself. I do like dark chocolate.
On car shopping: a few years ago, my partner wanted a new car. We had a basic agreement that she would shop and I would bargain for the car, since that was the part she disliked.
The first dealer pulled out all the high-pressure tactics. He was rather surprised when I took over at the bargaining stage. When I walked out, both he and his supervisor were very shocked.
The second dealer listened to her, showed her the cars with the packages she wanted, pointed out a few things, and treated her like a person. I didn't have to do much bargaining, although they did try to pull one tactic on us (we had to sign a form saying "we intend to buy a car" -- oh, yeah, we intended to all right. Actually moving foward depended on them, but I digress.)
I used to get asked for help in various places, but that was when I looked much younger -- and probably more naive. Now I put on a grumpy face whenever I leave the house/car, and no one bothers me.
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