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… even if the patient doesn’t want them there?

Yes, I think that people should have a right to observe, IF the patient agrees. In the case of a child, yes the parents should have the right to observe unless there were reasons it was not appropriate.

The one rider I would put on would be IF the presence of the relative did not make it harder for the medical people to do their work.

If they could observe through a window, that would be ideal, but if not, and they had to be in the room, they would need to be self controlled and non-interfering.

If an adult patient does not want them in the room or observing, definitely not. No-one has any right to someone else’s medical procedures.

As far as people having the right to be present at someone’s death ~ it’s not a public entertainment. Many people choose to die when their family members leave the room for a short break, others wait until the family are assembled.

This is about someone’s personal dignity, not someone ELSE’s “rights”.

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Absolutely not. Observing someone going through medical treatment is a priviledge, not a right. Of course, if the patient is dying and they know the relative will be in anguish from now observing it, they can consider that. But ultimately, it is a question of privacy and dignity for the patient. If I don’t want someone there for a treatment as I am dying, I would consider it respect for my last wishes and hope that my relatives, if they do love and respect me, would honour that dying wish and let me be in peace.

EDIT: If the patient is a child, there is of course a question of legal responsibility for the parents. Nevertheless, if the child was requesting they weren’t present, I would hope that the parents would have the decency to respect their dying child’s wishes and live well in knowing that they did so rather than anguishing over their own desires. I am certain that the grief of losing their child would overrun the grief of not being present during treatment. If someone, anyone, doesn’t want a person present during medical treatment, they have a right to privacy and dignity in this matter, and my personal stance is that this is more important than the right for anyone to invade that privacy and observe treatment. It is sad that they would experience anguish as a result, but observing someone else in such a vulnerable and private situation is not a right, but a priviledge

In my opinion, it is much better. Murphy’s law (everything that can go wrong, will go wrong) is much more rational, and is much like the boy scout motto (be prepared). It is much better to be prepared to deal with and solve real problems, or problems that are more likely to arise in the future, that to think silly things such as black cats and spilling salt cause bad luck. Superstitions are generally regarded as frivolous and unnecessary, however being prepared is just good character.

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There is really only one law you should look for and that is “The Law of Attraction” This law governs everything that you experience in life, the good, the bad and the indifferent. What you think about and focus your attention on, you will attract to you sooner or later. There really is no such thing as Murphy’s Law, Sods Law or any other superstitious law.

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I got a blowgun. I’m pretty sure it’s from some sort of indigenous group. Does anyone recognize the markings?
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Pictures are of the blowgun itself and a carrying case for darts.

Are all blowguns made of bamboo then? haha I would have thought it was a medicine man’s flute but I daydream alot haha. It is quite beautiful though and reminds me alot of some of the Indians of the Pines as wow. how clever, a younger, narrower boo that slips inside an older, wider, more hollow one making different sounds and effects. But I imagine some artisans make such clever things even today so how do you know how old it is?

Hmmm, does bamboo have rings like a tree then?
Very fascinating and interesting item you have yourself there and yes, that really does look like a lil butiki haha… lizard, or sorry. Don’t know my reptiles… does bamboo grow in mexico too?
Ok, I looked it up cuz you had me so curious. Tribal Weapons, Bamboo Quiver with handle and the overall materials and markings really do look like they be from Borneo, though I was always curious about the slave trade among the Aborigines of Australia, Philippines and other surrounding Indonesia and the connection to Mexico and other Native American Indians. But I only took a quick peek so I could be wrong but it sure is close match.

These kind of things could turn up in alot of unusual places but bet it might help trace the migration trail of some of the forgotten ghost soldiers and slaves and stuff like that I imagine, but as far as I know tis just a fraction of a much larger puzzle and so many theories.

Tukoh! click click click, I bet they are fun to strum and click with your thumb too for a funky feel and sound as nothing I know that has only one use. Kinda like the coke bottle that fell from the sky in the movie The Gods Must Be Crazy cuz right away when I saw it, I thought of Arnis sport and dance and cutting tool. Brilliant all the uses in such a small, fascinating tool. Thanks so much, your the best thing I seen on here so far.

Bummer. What about corn dogs? Or corny jokes? Isn’t anyone alarmed? Save the tortilla!

Well, farmers are still being paid not to plant maybe we need to have more farmers farming, and you could still get a taco and corn dog every now and than, i don’t know what i would do with out corn bread.

What should be done about the high price of oil? I’ve thought about this problem and I haven’t really been able to think of any solutions (not any short term ones at least). Some ideas that have been put out include producing more oil and having more alternate energy. Yet the former (as the Saudis have been doing in recent months) hasn’t lowered prices and the latter (alt) won’t make an impact for a while. What other ideas do you have for solving this problem? What should people, government (if any action should be done by officials) and companies do? What are your thoughts about drilling off the coast (offshore oil drilling) ?

Technically, I don’t think oil is a finite resource. It takes millions of years to produce, but it means that it gets produced naturally. I think we should go to alternatives in the long-run also we should use light rail more than using cars anyways.

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i think we use oil for many things, but if we make those things work in electricity instead than atleast we could make the use of oil less? my teacher once told me to make electricity you need oil sometimes.

i just saw that program yesturday about oil in descovery or animal planet channel, i don’t remember, they made an electric car which atleast runs for a little miles and then thats it.

I figured what if they make the power of that car come from the solar energy, and then at night they use the battery instead of just using the battery would be really good?

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As far as i know oil is a finite source of energy. Therefore the only way is to come up with alternatives.

Without wanting to give the facetious ‘go read a book’, studies have shown that a fifteen minute break from an activity can refresh your concentration. Go make a cup of coffee, read a book, get a breath of fresh air and then return to the web.

Or, check out the Wikipedia Unusual Articles page; there’s enough there to prevent boredom:
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1. I’m sorry for what you’ve had to go through, but, no, not all guys are jerks
2. Perhaps you need to meet some males worthy of your attention. We’re not all that way.
3. I agree that not ALL men are jerks, but it seems like all the men you have met are. You need a change of scenery girl. Get out of that hell you call “home” and you may start to meet some decent people (even guys)
4. You have a very common life.Know that your story isnt very different than than the next woman.What i say is if you always look where you always look you will always get what you get.Try newer surroundings.And good luck!
5. You tell me what makes all men in your life like this. if you can’t change them for better don’t let them change you. have a faith and try to make your life better always.

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believe it or not there are some fantastic men out there, you just have to know where to look. nobody can make excuses for what has happened to you, and none of it is your fault. your brother is probably harbouring some issues though, regarding the father and step father situation, as you probably know, your father and step father would have been the role models for your brothers behaviour. this doesnt make it right though. maybe you should talk to him, him may not even know he is the way he is. you also need to talk to someone (ie a psychotherapist) about what has happened to you, if you havent already, they will help you deal with what happened as well as give you some more self confidence. as for the boys at your school, all boys are like that, and maybe making friends with some girls wouldnt be a bad idea, but be choosy, as you will probably confide in them your deepest darkest secrets. as for the guy who told you to go away, it could be that he had more on his mind thatn you know about, and he is finding it hard to deal with his problems as well as yours (he could have been a bit nicer though). you never know, he might have been the nice guy you are looking for and may care about you a hell of a lot, which then it would hurt him to see you in so much pain.
sorry about the long winded reply, but i hope i helped.

6. hang in there.youve just had one hell of a life so far.were not all assholes.i wish the best for you because more than likely your going to or probably already do have major trust issues when it is going to involve us.i wish i could of been the most recent friend of yours because what i need more than anything right now is a female friend.not trying to get a laugh from the guys.lifes a strange place.it’ll be alright.it’ll all work out.
7. Really, not all of them are jerks, but the majority are. Don’t worry you are 17 you will meet a lot of good guys. May be you need to try some time to avoid friendship with men. See what will happen, may be you need to take your time.
8. After reading your post…
   I’m sorry that you had to go through all that…
   Try joining a “support”-group, as in just a group of people coming together having some fun.
   I’m a Christian youth leader, and we have a youth programme.
   I’m sure you could probably find something somewhere that would fit you.

   By the way. I believe everything happens for a reason. Keep your chin up. Stay positive.
   If you get through this, you will be an ambassador for women who have the same problems. And perhaps you can even help them. Let that motivate you.
   But first. Help yourself. You are strong. You CAN get through this.

9. U have gone through some big difficulties! All I can say is ur plain unlucky regards to males. Hope you find a nice person soon.
10. U have gone through some big difficulties! All I can say is ur plain unlucky regards to males. Hope you find a nice person soon.
11. wecome to life gurl fuk thats the way things are but Im sure there is mr dot com smarty pants dog loving choclate giving I dont need to study skin cancering addicted to answers year seven got a chin like me and the rest of our family gurl um yeah theres the perfect man out there for you but we are all; man you know and you are women lolssss

1. Usually if I dream that I am running it is because I have a problem that is bothering me. I’d say things have settled down for you and going smoothly. I hope I am right for you.
2. I really don’t know. But I don’t like pit-bull…..
3. It may been you’ve decided to face whatever problems you have and deal with them, rather than run away from them. I think this is a very positive dream for you.
4. Stop handling dogs to avoid dreams about being bitten!
5. You are coming to grips with a situation in your life. You have avoided for too long. You have run away from the situation, not wishing to face it, for fear of failure/defeat. You have come to a place in your life where you have the confidence and intelligence to solve the problem.
6. It means you’re ready to face your fear.

What you are talking about is called lucid dreaming. I think, with practice, it is possible. Ever seen the movie Waking Life? After watching that, I was obsessed with lucid dreaming for a while. It’s difficult though, and I’m not sure it makes for the most restful sleep. But, in your case, I guess it’s better than nightmares.