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(Not that I know much about the anime I think they come from. Just what came up when searching for "anime girls quintet" in hopes of lightheartedly punctuating what you've said. That does sound like a good group of true friends you've been blessed to cross paths with, Bella. )
 
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A most formidable quintet of ladies, it sounds like, and I would probably be wise to presume it. ^-^

I appreciate that very much. I don’t claim to be void of imperfections, I just give love and respect from the deepest parts of my core. I’ve had my fair share of pain and strife but choose daily to live a life full of positivity, possibility, and love. Looking always for the blessings given to me.
 
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Well then, you are certainly welcome, Miss Cara.
 
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I love the picture! Thank you.

I've been immensely blessed on the friend front. They were the core of the larger group I befriended. Nearest to my heart.

Although the list is filled with ladies, you belong there too. You're all-in and it makes me smile. You know how to love without expectations. Fantasy is easy. But risk is hard. cara and I used to wear a quote which sums it up.

And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.

Fear will rob you of everything if you let it. Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. But you've got to try.
 
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none before and none after have matched the Divine love that consists of our friendship. He has forged this relationship and helped us both see and feel the true meaning of love.
 
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none before and none after have matched the Divine love that consists of our friendship. He has forged this relationship and helped us both see and feel the true meaning of love.

Wow, you knew that would get me.

He did. Now all I need is your twin. Less spoiled of course!
 
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Mate, honestly, the amount of idiocy on this site is baffling when it comes to politics.

I've noticed my Dad believing more and more what he reads online assuming it's true.

I have to tread carefully here haha

I think that's the problem with all of this right wing media - even if you fully understand the origin of a source before clicking on an article or watching that video, the papers can very easily (and VERY quickly) throw you off course. Honestly, I think it should be banned. Some facets of the media have literally been the devil during this pandemic. It's criminal what some of them have done.

And it doesn't help when the cabinet stay schtum. It's their responsibility to speak up and speak directly in order to debunk the hearsay. You can see them holding back when questioned - well don't. Because this is HOW things get out of hand.

Worried about anti-vaxxers? Well don't just brush them off. Dedicate an entire briefing to them - seriously, just open up the lines and host a public forum. Either way, you NEED TO COMMUNICATE CLEARLY AND HONESTLY. Don't be bullied by the opposition, roll yer' sleeves up and get stuck in.




I can well believe it.

Of all the years, this is NOT the year to be writing misleading headlines and bunk content. I agree with you - the comments section is HUGELY insightful, and you do kind of hold out hope that someone in Parliament is reading them and taking everything on board. Because I know that if *I* were PM, I'd be replying to comments personally. (Probably not allowed, but I'd like to think I can.)

I've finally reached an oasis in all of this - I'm not government loathing anymore. I just think it's as important to extend a hand to the government as it is for the government to extend a hand to us. We NEED to get it together.

Government: stop holding back to save face and show us that you're human.
People: I don't think that they're out to get us, but please keep firing out your opinions!

Transparency is the key.
 
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I hope you’re spared and remain in good health throughout the pandemic.

Not sure what happens if people at work start dropping with covid.. even if I don't get it.. I might have to take a little leave.
 
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Not sure what happens if people at work start dropping with covid.. even if I don't get it.. I might have to take a little leave.

True. But I’m not thinking along those lines or considering you’ll be infected. Until you cross that bridge there’s no reason to assume. You’re okay!
 
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True. But I’m not thinking along those lines or considering you’ll be infected. Until you cross that bridge there’s no reason to assume. You’re okay!

Thanks. Going to try to order one of those online tests. I don't feel safe going to a testing center.
 
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Thanks. Going to try to order one of those online tests. I don't feel safe going to a testing center.

Understandable. Don’t dwell on this too much or worry unnecessarily.
 
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Understandable. Don’t dwell on this too much or worry unnecessarily.

I'm not worrying too much. Right now at least.

Just for my age group they recommend getting tested regardless of symptoms or not.. because many in my age group can have it and not even know it. Also it's just a saliva test. Thankfully.. none of that weird nose stuff.. lol.
 
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That’s so gross. How long will it take for the results?
 
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That’s so gross. How long will it take for the results?

IDK a few days.

Gross? Lol.. it's just spit. You gotta have someone on Zoom watch you spit though.. lol.
 
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IDK a few days.

Gross? Lol.. it's just spit. You gotta have someone on Zoom watch you spit though.. lol.

I meant the nose thing. Why do they have to watch you? *lol*
 
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I meant the nose thing. Why do they have to watch you? *lol*

Not sure honestly. Guess they want to make sure it is you who is taking it. The test is free for all Minnesotans, so they may worry some non-MN person may take it, lol.

Agree, I'd be hesitant to do the nose thing even if I had good reason. I'd worry about them scrapping my brain and turning into that guy who ate that snail.

Then I'd be making random nonsense jibberish posts on here and disturbing the locals.
 
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Somebody in my building got Covid.. sounds like the end of MehGuy to me.

Hang in there, bud. Folks in my building got it, too. It's been seven days and I think I'm out of the woods. But, even if one gets it the probability of it being (fatally) bad for any one person is really low. Bide your time and do what you do. It'll be okay. If you need a break from work, take it. I wish you the best.
 
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Meh has left the building!

Losing your noodles while getting tested isn’t cool. The second option is best.
 
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