Death is your art. You make it with your hands day after day. That final gasp, that look of peace. And part of you is desperate to know: What's it like? Where does it lead you? And now you see, that's the secret. Not the punch you didn't throw or the kicks you didn't land. She really wanted it. Every Slayer has a death wish. Even you.

Spike ,'Conversations with Dead People'


Natter 78: I might need to watch some Buffy for inspiration

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


JenP - Nov 27, 2024 10:12:42 am PST #3676 of 13170

You'd got to the ER if you had potential breakage, I hope, yes?


Steph L. - Nov 27, 2024 10:45:41 am PST #3677 of 13170
That which does not kill you should RUN

Definitely -- I really don't think it's a break, just a bruise. It's sore, but not sharp pain.

My dignity has been fatally wounded, though. (In our group text, my college roommates assured me that I never had any dignity to begin with. This is the danger of being friends with people for 35 years.)


dcp - Nov 27, 2024 10:49:27 am PST #3678 of 13170
The more I learn, the more I realize how little I know.

I slipped and fell

Ouch! Don't do that.

Remember the wise words of Batty Koda: "Oh! Gravity works!"


Steph L. - Nov 27, 2024 10:51:52 am PST #3679 of 13170
That which does not kill you should RUN

And the wise words of The Tick: "Gravity is a harsh mistress."


sj - Nov 27, 2024 11:04:18 am PST #3680 of 13170
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."

Yikes, Teppy. Take care of yourself.


JenP - Nov 27, 2024 11:25:42 am PST #3681 of 13170

(In our group text, my college roommates assured me that I never had any dignity to begin with. This is the danger of being friends with people for 35 years.)

Ha, ha, ha. Yes. Yes, it is.


EpicTangent - Nov 27, 2024 11:48:59 am PST #3682 of 13170
Why isn't everyone pelting me with JOY, dammit? - Zenkitty

Yikes, Steph! I hate when that happens! I've also had two falls in the last couple of months. Definitely no fun. My right knee seems to be where I concentrate my landings and it's still a little sore even though I'm recovered from the rest of the bumps and bruises. Hope ice & ibuprofen have you feeling better ASAP.


Cass - Nov 27, 2024 12:00:12 pm PST #3683 of 13170
Bob's learned to live with tragedy, but he knows that this tragedy is one that won't ever leave him or get better.

Like, I’m so tired and/or bored I can’t even bring myself to make a list, let alone do any of the things. Or anyway that’s my new entirely made up etymology.

Head cannon accepted.

Glad to see you, Epic!

Tep, are your electrolytes good? Because I was that falling person. I'm still unsteady sometimes but it's useful to know. I understand the embarrassment but we're on your side here. Feel better!


Steph L. - Nov 27, 2024 12:05:06 pm PST #3684 of 13170
That which does not kill you should RUN

Tep, are your electrolytes good?

...that's a good question. When I came home from Colorado in September with the flu, I got really dehydrated but bought electrolyte replacement to add to water (Drip Drop Hydration was the winner). I assumed my electrolytes have been okay since then, but maybe not.


Dana - Nov 27, 2024 12:30:13 pm PST #3685 of 13170
I haven't trusted science since I saw the film "Flubber."

Sounds like it's time to wrap someone in bubble wrap.