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Question for Dr. Steve
Dr. Steve, I am curious about your reaction to some of the posts. I accept that you didn't like our responses to Danielcc. I don't agree but I can see it became very negative. But as someone pointed out, it was a defensive posture and he was without a doubt engaging in a personal attack against a very well liked and respected member. I also see you deleted my thread on combining codeine with valium which I admit was getting a little frivilous toward the end. But it was a legitimate question and I got a useful answer and it turned out, the pain moderated and I didn't need to do it anyway. But if by "tone" you're referring to the way we "glorify" our addiction, I don't get it. I attended AA meetings several times a week for years and I heard these same kinds of stories and comments and people laughing at themselves and most were people with significant sobriety. Joking about addiction seems to me to be part of the recovery process. I remember back in the day, I went to an Elton John concert. We were all enjoying ourselves until he sang "Pretty Ballerina." Halfway through the song, a tall thin pretty girl felt compelled by whatever chemicals were coursing through her bloodstream to go into the aisle of the auditorium and perform perfect pirouettes to everyone's delight. Until the Rent A Cops converged on her and clubbed her to the floor. That's what this is feeling like. I would respectfully ask that you clarify to the board what it is you're objecting to. Most boards have guidelines as to what can and can't be posted. Maybe, that's all that's needed.
I agree it's time to move. I checked out the site you mentioned and I would be willing to take it on but Ruth has said she's developing a site. Does anyone know where she is re this project? There's no need for two forums. I would need lots of help...read input...from members as I'm not going to do this unless it's done right and is the way everyone wants it. Do we want rules? And moderators...Thomas??? Witchywoman??? Let's do it guys. I got lots of energy right now thanks to WD and we don't need this sh*t.
Hasn't anyone every told you the only person you can change is yourself? And you ain't changing. Get a freaking life. Preferably away from here.
About your last comment "That is unacceptable"! Who are you to judge what is acceptable or unacceptable in Thomas's life or anyone else's for that matter?
You may succeed at getting this forum shut down....that's fine. You should be so proud that your ignorance is going to take away a place that so many people turn to for help...and by help I mean from each other. We already know dr steve's answer "see an addiction specialist in your area." We rely on each other here in this forum. So if you get it shut down...give yourself a big pat on the back.....but you won't keep us down...the rest of us will stick together.We support each other....we don't judge or criticize. It's to bad that is the only way you know how to interact with people.
You may succeed at getting this forum shut down....that's fine. You should be so proud that your ignorance is going to take away a place that so many people turn to for help...and by help I mean from each other. We already know dr steve's answer "see an addiction specialist in your area." We rely on each other here in this forum. So if you get it shut down...give yourself a big pat on the back.....but you won't keep us down...the rest of us will stick together.We support each other....we don't judge or criticize. It's to bad that is the only way you know how to interact with people.
I will not respond to YOUR absolute poor attempts at insulting me! You serve a purpose! But lose your petty attempts at discrediting me and Dr. Steves worthwhile advice to addicts who need help. Like I said before. You are about one failed attempt at staying clean after another. You continue drug abuse . That is proof that you are a chronic relapser who cares nothing of working a legit program. I have been at this sight as long as you! I know your poor excuses for succeeding. But you have a right to your addiction. But your insanity will one day harm you or someone very close to you. That is unacceptable!
Be Careful,
Dan..
Be Careful,
Dan..
Slander and Harassment? Come on, Dan. They don't give methadone in the county jail, pal. Your jealousy of Thomas is a teensy bit out of control, don't you think?
You have a hell of alot of nerve. I am stunned at your stupid comments. First of all YOU said "I will not respond to YOUR absolute poor attempts at insulting me"! So what is this if it isn't a response?DUH. As far as discrediting you...you did that to yourself. I too, am one failed attempt after another at trying to stay clean. Why don't you post an insult aimed at me? I'll tell you why. You are soooo very jealous of our respect for Thomas. You make it so obvious! As far as insanity......I think you are the one that is insane. Who else would show up on a board where no one wants him around? All you do is show up in here and make a big donkey out of yourself. I don't know why you post...we don't want your advice, or your input or your insults to Thomas. Is it that hard for you to understand when you are not wanted?
One more thing....you said, and I quote "But lose your petty attempts at discrediting me and Dr. Steves worthwhile advice to addicts who need help." What worthwile advice would that be?? Did I miss it? Dr Steve gives the same canned answer to everyone....and your advice is even more worthless. I don't think much of Dr steve..but I find it amusing that you put yourself in the same catagory as him. Daniel...you are a NOBODY.
So why don't YOU lose your petty attempts at trying to make the people in this forum feel like we're something that should be wiped off the bottom of a shoe...and that you are a walking mircle. Because the truth is.....we are a close knit group of caring people and we keep trying to wipe you off the bottom of our shoe and you won't go away. I've dealt with addiction for years and years....I haven't even tried to get clean yet. I'm not "glorifying"that...just stating the truth. So why don't you respond to me......throw an insult my way. You always aim them to Thomas...that says alot about your mental facilities. Jealously can be a bad thing...perhaps there is a forum somewhere out there where you can go so you can get a grip on the jealous feelings you have toward the respect we have for Thomas. I don't think you give a rat's ass about helping us..you just come here to put down Thomas. Frankly....I'm sick of it. I'd like to see you respond to MY post. So come on Danny Boy....throw some of that so called "worthwhile advice" my way.
And if the only thing you can come up with is methadone....don't bother. Isn't that what you are addicted to now?????
One more thing....you said, and I quote "But lose your petty attempts at discrediting me and Dr. Steves worthwhile advice to addicts who need help." What worthwile advice would that be?? Did I miss it? Dr Steve gives the same canned answer to everyone....and your advice is even more worthless. I don't think much of Dr steve..but I find it amusing that you put yourself in the same catagory as him. Daniel...you are a NOBODY.
So why don't YOU lose your petty attempts at trying to make the people in this forum feel like we're something that should be wiped off the bottom of a shoe...and that you are a walking mircle. Because the truth is.....we are a close knit group of caring people and we keep trying to wipe you off the bottom of our shoe and you won't go away. I've dealt with addiction for years and years....I haven't even tried to get clean yet. I'm not "glorifying"that...just stating the truth. So why don't you respond to me......throw an insult my way. You always aim them to Thomas...that says alot about your mental facilities. Jealously can be a bad thing...perhaps there is a forum somewhere out there where you can go so you can get a grip on the jealous feelings you have toward the respect we have for Thomas. I don't think you give a rat's ass about helping us..you just come here to put down Thomas. Frankly....I'm sick of it. I'd like to see you respond to MY post. So come on Danny Boy....throw some of that so called "worthwhile advice" my way.
And if the only thing you can come up with is methadone....don't bother. Isn't that what you are addicted to now?????
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