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Jim Reeves
James Travis Reeves was an American country singer, and widely considered one of the greatest country/gospel music singers of all time, no doubt thanks to his deep and resonant singing voice. Throughout his career, he recorded many classic songs, such as "He'll Have To Go", "Four Walls", and "Welcome to My World."
Sadly, his career was cut short when he died in a plane crash on July 31, 1964. He was only forty years old. And before you ask, he's not related to Keanu Reeves.
Sadly, his career was cut short when he died in a plane crash on July 31, 1964. He was only forty years old. And before you ask, he's not related to Keanu Reeves.
Jim Reeves' untimely demise remains sad almost sixty years later. Think of all the beautiful songs we will never have.
Jim Reeves by Ubeenbamboozledson July 20, 2021
Cynic
A mean word for depressed realists who don't trust anyone for reasons that are admittedly quite valid if you look from their perspective for a bit.
He's not stuck-up, he's a cynic; he simply knows what the world is really like. Some people are just plain monsters, and the good ones are few and far between. And he knows that.
Cynic by Ubeenbamboozledson July 20, 2021
TV Tropes
A website where all those weird things that you see in TV shows, movies, and other media are compiled into one big conglomerate of "Tropes."
It takes a while to understand everything and get used to the odd community; results may vary. Also, the website is very, VERY left-wing; the members seem to take delight in demonizing republicans. It's not as bad as other websites such as Reddit, but you should still steer clear if that does not align with your views.
It takes a while to understand everything and get used to the odd community; results may vary. Also, the website is very, VERY left-wing; the members seem to take delight in demonizing republicans. It's not as bad as other websites such as Reddit, but you should still steer clear if that does not align with your views.
TV Tropes is a good way to get informed about various media, but don't dig too deep -- it can get addictive.
TV Tropes by Ubeenbamboozledson July 19, 2021
Shaggy
The most powerful being in the universe. He is the only person in the world who is capable of shooting Allen, and that's just the beginning of his insane powers.
Shaggy is so powerful, they had to make him into a wuss in the cartoon adaptations of him to restrain him.
Shaggy by Ubeenbamboozledson July 18, 2021
Diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus, usually known simply as diabetes and sometimes "diabeetus" thanks to Wilford Brimley (R.I.P), is an unfortunately common disorder where the pancreas gets overworked so much that it pretty much calls it quits. The result? Your body no longer has a natural source of insulin. The most common cause is eating like you have free healthcare, which we've all been guilty of at some point.
Before the 1920s rolled around, having diabetes was a death sentence; insulin had not been discovered yet, and the disease would ultimately take you no matter what you did. But since the discovery of insulin, people with diabetes are no longer dead men walking. But managing it is definitely no walk in the park: Insulin is not only very expensive, it's rather painful to put into your body. And you have to do it multiple times a day. It also requires a complete change in your lifestyle (especially your diet), which some people may not take very well. Did we mention that there's 2 types of it as well?
It's commonly associated with Americans due to stereotypes (which are admittedly not far from the truth), although that's not to say it doesn't occur in other places of the world, too. A person who suffers from diabetes is called a "diabetic." Diabetes is incurable.
Before the 1920s rolled around, having diabetes was a death sentence; insulin had not been discovered yet, and the disease would ultimately take you no matter what you did. But since the discovery of insulin, people with diabetes are no longer dead men walking. But managing it is definitely no walk in the park: Insulin is not only very expensive, it's rather painful to put into your body. And you have to do it multiple times a day. It also requires a complete change in your lifestyle (especially your diet), which some people may not take very well. Did we mention that there's 2 types of it as well?
It's commonly associated with Americans due to stereotypes (which are admittedly not far from the truth), although that's not to say it doesn't occur in other places of the world, too. A person who suffers from diabetes is called a "diabetic." Diabetes is incurable.
Diabetes by Ubeenbamboozledson July 18, 2021
Sensory Overload
A very serious (and highly misunderstood) symptom of Sensory Deprivation Disorder -- itself a symptom of Autism Spectrum Disorder -- where a person gets too overwhelmed by the world around them, causing extremely irrational behavior.
The most common cause is too much noise, especially the sounds of multiple people talking at once. However, one loud talker (or one loud, irritating sound) is usually enough to trigger it. When a person is going into sensory overload, they will usually exhibit signs of extreme distress, such as clutching their head to shield their eyes and/or ears. They may become extremely irritable, lashing out at just about anyone. They may also wince or flinch if it comes on suddenly.
People who suffer from it often describe the feeling as though they are being attacked, and that their mind is so clouded that they lose all rational thought. And of course, being a symptom of autism, there is no cure.
If you see someone exhibiting these symptoms, especially the wincing, you should immediately shut the fuck up and make sure everyone in the room does so too. The only way to stop a bout of sensory overload is for everything to be totally silent for about 15-30 minutes.
The most common cause is too much noise, especially the sounds of multiple people talking at once. However, one loud talker (or one loud, irritating sound) is usually enough to trigger it. When a person is going into sensory overload, they will usually exhibit signs of extreme distress, such as clutching their head to shield their eyes and/or ears. They may become extremely irritable, lashing out at just about anyone. They may also wince or flinch if it comes on suddenly.
People who suffer from it often describe the feeling as though they are being attacked, and that their mind is so clouded that they lose all rational thought. And of course, being a symptom of autism, there is no cure.
If you see someone exhibiting these symptoms, especially the wincing, you should immediately shut the fuck up and make sure everyone in the room does so too. The only way to stop a bout of sensory overload is for everything to be totally silent for about 15-30 minutes.
If you want to know what sensory overload feels like, listen to the music that plays during the Death Egg Zone in Sonic 2, before the two final bosses. Everything feels terrifying and distorted, while your mind is just trying to calm down and pretend that everything is okay when it's not.
It's a very real disorder and it deserves more attention.
It's a very real disorder and it deserves more attention.
Sensory Overload by Ubeenbamboozledson July 18, 2021
Forever Alone
A term for someone who is having a significant amount of trouble finding their other half, and probably never will find it for as long as they live. Typically, the person is not the most attractive one around. They may also have social anxiety, which is almost (though not always) the main reason.
Despite often being used as a joke, being lonely is very real and should not be taken lightly. Loneliness can often severely damage a person's mental health; they may think that no one loves them or cares for them, and severe depression ensues. And if it's not addressed soon enough, the person may end it all.
Despite often being used as a joke, being lonely is very real and should not be taken lightly. Loneliness can often severely damage a person's mental health; they may think that no one loves them or cares for them, and severe depression ensues. And if it's not addressed soon enough, the person may end it all.
If you know a forever alone person...give them a hug. Let them know that someone still cares for them, and that their special someone is somewhere out there.
If you ARE a forever alone person...understand that there's nothing wrong with you. Some people simply find that one person who just clicks in their heart quicker than others. Don't give up hope, because that person will appear someday.
If you ARE a forever alone person...understand that there's nothing wrong with you. Some people simply find that one person who just clicks in their heart quicker than others. Don't give up hope, because that person will appear someday.
Forever Alone by Ubeenbamboozledson July 18, 2021