Feel good gene

I would love to feel good all of the time, all day and night, every day and night, however, that is not the case. I imagine everyone would love to feel good all the time, isn't that right? Of course it is. The flip side of the coin is when there is a distinct sense of unease/foreboding otherwise known as anxiety finds nearly everyone at some time or another.

The good news is that scientists uncovered a genetic variation in the brain that makes some people less anxious and more able to forget fearful and unpleasant experiences. High levels of anandamide,  the bliss molecule is the text-book term for that ability.

20% of adult Americans have this gene. Talk about luck of the draw, this is the one folks. The rest of us have to find some other conventional way of getting to nirvana. Other than taking non-prescription drugs. Talking it out with a trusted therapist, music, gardening, reading a good book, movies and the list goes on.  It is always easy to say, "don't worry, be happy!". The truth of the matter, most of us have to work at it, don't you agree? Of course you do. Now as they always say in Hollywood after another successful film shoot, "And cut." "That's a wrap!"
 

3 year old accidentally wounds both parents

This may be a humorous tale to tell later in life however, it could turn out to be an omen of worse things to come, like for example Michael Myers in the Halloween sequels. This is the short of what has occurred.

A 3 year old boy was looking for his ipod in his mothers purse when he pulled out her loaded handgun instead and he accidentally discharged it hitting his father in the buttocks and grazing the right shoulder of his 8 month pregnant mother. Both are nonthreatening life injuries and they are expected to have a full recovery minus their dignity. This appeared to have taken place in a motel in New Mexico. No details of whether they were traveling on vacation, having a day off from being at home or anything else for that matter.

So, what is the moral of this story? Do not carry a loaded weapon around children underestimating their ability to find things they should not and become a victim of circumstance. Don't you agree? Of course you do. I cannot resist this pun. I know the father would love to put this all behind him now. Oh, I am so bad. Forgive me. I am sorry.

Well, as they always say in Hollywood after a successful film shoot, "And cut!" "That's a wrap.

8 mistakes that married women make and you too

This is going to be a very touchy subject that is controversial and need to be said for all the males out there so here goes: 1.) you're a grump   Is your voice full of negativity or criticism or downright contempt? Are you defensively angry when he states a concern and play the blame game instead of hearing him out?

2.) You're a nag
      If your man has free time do you leap at the chance to order him to do something or fix something around the house?

3.) You are emotionally cold in bed
      If he pass you a knowing wink do you roll your eyes? If he makes a move for you do you turn your back on him in bed? When you do have sex do you stare at the ceiling or watch the clock destroying the excitement?

4.) You're a frump
      Have you stopped exercising and started wearing sweat pants and gained a few pounds and energy and enthusiasm for life has faded away? Do you feel unattractive and have withdrawn physically and emotionally?

5.) You're a mommy and that is all
      Are you an overtime daycare mom and don't have any romantic evenings with your man anymore?

6.) You are an alpha parent
      Do you snap at your man every time he tries to be a dad and guide his child the way he sees fit? Stop robbing your child of a dad's care and discipline and placing a wedge between the both of you.

7.) You are thankless
      Do you not show gratitude for his overtime hours at work, patio deck and balcony he added or that cabinet that you wanted?

8.) You are boring
      Have you no interests or hobbies that would make a more well rounded person? Do you have anything new to bring to conversations when you do have them?

Well like it or not there it is. If what I know is true of females is correct I know that once things are pointed out to them, they know just what to do to correct them and is not afraid to ask for help, unlike the male species. It is that time again so as they say in Hollywood after an exhausting successful shoot, "And cut." "That's a wrap."

12 days to Christmas

Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas day is fast approaching. Other than my birthday which is in the spring, the  best time of the year for me is November1 to Jan 1, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. I love Turkey and all the trimmings, pies, cakes, ice cream and more. I love gifts at Christmas and New Years celebrations and resolutions. Yes, it is the time of the year, when semester finals are taken and everyone is planning to spend the holiday at home, wherever that is with family, friends and relatives, watch collegiate football games, as your favorite college team give it that old college try to win the all important game, give gifts and promise rings to that significant other. Take those vacations to be able to do all that, using your sick days and paid days vacation, just to have time to do those things that are most important to you and with whomever you choose to make time for.

It is at this time of Christmas that I love decorations, community Christmas carolers, the reminder that Christmas is about what Jesus Christ has done for us by making the ultimate sacrifice to save people of all races, color, creed and national origin. It is a time to really give thanks for all the things that we take for granted every day. It is a time for prayers of peace, good will towards men and God and heavenly angels and hosts of heaven, prayers of prosperity, prayers for nations, prayers for all of humankind, prayers for healing of the earth and all people and animals, fishes, birds of the air, trees and plants.

"The point of power is in the present moment." Let's use this time to bring love in all the abundance that the universe possess. Let's speak encouraging words to one another, instead of hate, let's see value in people and not judgment and peace instead of fear. Let each of us take this time to make it the best possible time of all times. Well, as they always say in Hollywood after a successful shoot, "And cut."  "That's a wrap."

Train derails in Northeast Louisana

I believe that is the reason why the United States does not have its transportation system designed for a means of moving passengers to destinations like they do in Europe. They wreck. A conductor and engineer suffered minor injuries after hitting a truck.  They will survive. Union Pacific Railroad is the company involved in this mishap. This happened in New Orleans, LA. It

seems that part of the country does have its share of mishaps don't they?

Well as they say in Hollywood after a film shoot. "And cut." "That's a wrap."

                                               

           

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Explosion in Paris

A partial collapse of a 4-story apartment building has left 7 dead so far in a northeastern Paris suburb. Officials said there was no longer any danger of a 2nd explosion. A gas leak is believed to be the cause of the mishap.

As far as building collapse and explosion go the building I live in is likely to go before I do. Yes, we have maintenance that get paid to do absolutely nothing at all for the comfort of its occupants. Isn't it all about safety and saving lives? Of course it is. However, it seems the attitude of today is to be unsafe and take lives.

I've been told there are better days ahead and all is well. Then will anyone tell me if that is really a light at the end of the tunnel or is it the headlights of an oncoming bus. Well with that, as they always say in Hollywood after a film shoot. "And cut." "That's a wrap."

Rebecca Romijn

Former fashion model turned actress. Born November 6, 1972 age 41. 5'1". Married Jerry O'Connell, have 2 children. Played Mystique in the X-Men and Joan in the Punisher. It is said that "Beauty never dies it just fades away." I believe there are exceptions and Rebecca Romijn is one of those exceptions, don't you agree? Of course you do. I thought I just break up my blog with an interesting look at a most fascinating female super star.

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do. As they always say in Hollywood after a most successful shoot. "And cut, that's a wrap!"