Happy Birthday Arthur :) <12/11/09>
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Happy Birthday, Arthur!!! I hope you have a wonderful
day and may all your wishes come true.
(((((Arthur)))))
Love,
Jackie
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pleasures I would have tomorrow, and those pleasures would be all
the richer because of the memories of this I was enduring~*~
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Elise
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Diana
I hope you have a fine day.
Love Diana
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Philip Peters
Hey *A*R*T*H*U*R*!
Happy birthday. Pity I can't be there. Thinking of which: isn't it about
time for another trip to Europe?
Philip
Purple Panic
Ray
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Anna
>
> Hey *A*R*T*H*U*R*!
>
> Happy birthday. Pity I can't be there. Thinking of which: isn't it about
> time for another trip to Europe?
>
> Philip
>
Smooch Miss Anna
arthur...@anxiety-panic.com
> Dear Arthur,
>
> Happy Birthday, Arthur!!! I hope you have a wonderful
> day and may all your wishes come true.
> (((((Arthur)))))
>
> Love,
> Jackie
Hi Folks,
Many thanks for the kind birthday wishes. :)
The last few months have been pretty busy and
involved some interesting changes.
In September and October I finally managed to
get some much needed work done on my house.
After careful saving and very helpful guidance
by my brother and mother, I worked up the nerve
to hire contractors to replace old windows and
install a chimney liner for my heating system.
The experience was very stressful, but - now
that it's done - there are a few less things
about my home for me to stress out over.
I also changed my phone and internet service
for a variety of practical reasons. Of course,
making changes and getting used to change tends
to be stressful, but that can be a short-term
cost for a long-term benefit.
Furthermore, to address my social isolation
I finally got involved with the Philadelphia
Science Fiction Society (PSFS). After working
up the nerve to attend one of their meetings,
I was warmly welcomed. This is a great group
for me to get involved with as I've always
loved sci-fi and, recently, began getting
serious about writing sci-fi. The monthly
meetings are like inexpensive group therapy
for my social phobia and years of isolation.
My therapeutic PSFS activity got a bit intense
in November. There was a need for volunteers
to help with the local sci-fi convention (known
as Philcon) so I offered to help. While attending
my first meeting of the convention committee,
I somewhat recklessly agreed to become their
Director of Volunteers! Yikes, that had me very
stressed out for a while as the responsibilities
were unclear and I feared doing poorly would
hurt my good social standing with the group.
Fortunately, all went fairly well, in part due
to simple dumb luck.
I've made no attempt to hide my panic disorder.
When people ask that common question, "What do
you do?," I briefly explain my disorder and
disability. Some people have found my personal
web site via the domain name in my e-mail
address. So far, I don't think my condition
has made anyone feel awkward or treat me
differently. At the last meeting - on my
birthday - I learned that I had formally been
accepted as a member of PSFS.
This weekend I managed to attend a family
gathering at my grandmother's house to
celebrate mixed holidays and my birthday.
Despite some fatigue over all the recent
activity, I had a good time.
I am trying to settle into a new routine now
that much of the recent excitement has passed.
Mostly, I'm trying to focus on my writing and
some regular social time at PSFS meetings and
related activities. I view writing as one of
the few - perhaps only - careers I might be
able to do despite panic disorder. Yet, I'm
also learning how hard it is to make a living
as a writer. Nonetheless, it's something to try
for and, who knows, with some persistence and
good luck I might succeed. Nothing like hope
and a good project to keep spirits up.
Wishing everyone wonderful holidays!
Very Best Wishes,
Arthur
arthur...@anxiety-panic.com
> Hey *A*R*T*H*U*R*!
>
> Happy birthday. Pity I can't be there. Thinking of which: isn't it about
> time for another trip to Europe?
>
> Philip
Hi Philip,
Thanks for the B-day wishes. :)
I wish it were easier for me to visit Europe. I always have a great
time across the pond, especially my visit with you and your family.
When the time and finances are right, I will certainly contact you.
Beste Wensen,
Arthur
_TJ_
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Anna
> On Dec 14, 12:17 pm, MsMonarchdan...@gmail.com wrote:
>> Dear Arthur,
>>
>> Happy Birthday, Arthur!!! I hope you have a wonderful
>> day and may all your wishes come true.
>> (((((Arthur)))))
>>
>> Love,
>> Jackie
>
>
> Hi Folks,
>
> Many thanks for the kind birthday wishes. :)
>
> The last few months have been pretty busy and
> involved some interesting changes.
>
> In September and October I finally managed to
> get some much needed work done on my house.
> After careful saving and very helpful guidance
> by my brother and mother, I worked up the nerve
> to hire contractors to replace old windows and
> install a chimney liner for my heating system.
> The experience was very stressful, but - now
> that it's done - there are a few less things
> about my home for me to stress out over.
Hello Arthur I always dislike work around and in the house
But when it is done I also feel it is one stress less
Thinking about it all the time is more stressful than get started and
have it over with yes ?
>
> I also changed my phone and internet service
> for a variety of practical reasons. Of course,
> making changes and getting used to change tends
> to be stressful, but that can be a short-term
> cost for a long-term benefit.
I second that I also made some changes and now I am glad I did
Saves me some money and things are working better
>
> Furthermore, to address my social isolation
> I finally got involved with the Philadelphia
> Science Fiction Society (PSFS). After working
> up the nerve to attend one of their meetings,
> I was warmly welcomed. This is a great group
> for me to get involved with as I've always
> loved sci-fi and, recently, began getting
> serious about writing sci-fi. The monthly
> meetings are like inexpensive group therapy
> for my social phobia and years of isolation.
GREAT I am the most furious lover of Sci-fi since I was allowed to read
adult books ! Currently I am reading Asimov again Finishes Dune the
whole saga including the volumes by his son Brian I saw Battlestar
Galactica ( the new series and was very impressed !)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battlestar_Galactica
It is a shame there is so much fantasy out there ATM I do love the
*real * sci fi Did you read Dan Simmons Hyperion ?
>
> My therapeutic PSFS activity got a bit intense
> in November. There was a need for volunteers
> to help with the local sci-fi convention (known
> as Philcon) so I offered to help. While attending
> my first meeting of the convention committee,
> I somewhat recklessly agreed to become their
> Director of Volunteers! Yikes, that had me very
> stressed out for a while as the responsibilities
> were unclear and I feared doing poorly would
> hurt my good social standing with the group.
> Fortunately, all went fairly well, in part due
> to simple dumb luck.
I am sure it was not only Dumb luck Young master Arthur :-)
We tend to jump in and later we see the consequences and think
YIKEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES . I hope it continues to be a nice enviroment for
you !
>
> I've made no attempt to hide my panic disorder.
> When people ask that common question, "What do
> you do?," I briefly explain my disorder and
> disability. Some people have found my personal
> web site via the domain name in my e-mail
> address. So far, I don't think my condition
> has made anyone feel awkward or treat me
> differently. At the last meeting - on my
> birthday - I learned that I had formally been
> accepted as a member of PSFS.
Good for you If your disorder is a problem you don't want to be there
in the first place We most often think that others think a lot about it
My conclusion is that if you are frank about it there is little
disturbance about it.
>
> This weekend I managed to attend a family
> gathering at my grandmother's house to
> celebrate mixed holidays and my birthday.
> Despite some fatigue over all the recent
> activity, I had a good time.
>
> I am trying to settle into a new routine now
> that much of the recent excitement has passed.
> Mostly, I'm trying to focus on my writing and
> some regular social time at PSFS meetings and
> related activities. I view writing as one of
> the few - perhaps only - careers I might be
> able to do despite panic disorder. Yet, I'm
> also learning how hard it is to make a living
> as a writer. Nonetheless, it's something to try
> for and, who knows, with some persistence and
> good luck I might succeed. Nothing like hope
> and a good project to keep spirits up.
I admire you for keeping focus I cannot do that
I have a jumpy mind and projects end in disaster
But we are all different That what makes us all interesting
>
> Wishing everyone wonderful holidays!
>
> Very Best Wishes,
> Arthur
Ditto and much love from Anna
arthur...@anxiety-panic.com
> arthurgoo...@anxiety-panic.com schreef:
>
> Hello Arthur
Hi Anna,
> I always dislike work around and in the house
> But when it is done I also feel it is one stress less
> Thinking about it all the time is more stressful than get started and
> have it over with yes ?
I had a lot of anticipatory anxiety about having the work done.
I wasn't sure what should be done first and how best to get it
done. The uncertainty crippled me for a long time until my
family helped me with the planning. Then, actually having the
work done stressed me out. Only after the work was done and
some time passed did I feel reassured the right things had been
done and I started to calm down.
> > I also changed my phone and internet service
> > for a variety of practical reasons. Of course,
> > making changes and getting used to change tends
> > to be stressful, but that can be a short-term
> > cost for a long-term benefit.
>
> I second that I also made some changes and now I am glad I did
> Saves me some money and things are working better
Yes. :)
> GREAT I am the most furious lover of Sci-fi since I was allowed to read
> adult books ! Currently I am reading Asimov again
Asimov is great. I briefly met him once when he spoke at
a local college in the 1980s. Very kind, thoughtful and
encouraging person.
> Finishes Dune the
> whole saga including the volumes by his son Brian
I like the Dune stories too. The books were a challenge, yet
I enjoyed all the films they inspired.
> I saw Battlestar
> Galactica ( the new series and was very impressed !)
>
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battlestar_Galactica
I had mixed feelings about Battlestar. The effects were well
done and some nice ideas, but a bit too much social drama
for my taste.
> It is a shame there is so much fantasy out there ATM I do love the
> *real * sci fi
Me too.
> Did you read Dan Simmons Hyperion ?
Not yet, but since you recommend it I will make sure to
get a copy.
> I am sure it was not only Dumb luck Young master Arthur :-)
> We tend to jump in and later we see the consequences and think
> YIKEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES .
Very true. Easy to get impulsive and leap before we look.
> I hope it continues to be a nice enviroment for
> you !
So far, so good.
> Good for you If your disorder is a problem you don't want to be there
> in the first place We most often think that others think a lot about it
> My conclusion is that if you are frank about it there is little
> disturbance about it.
That's often my experience as well.
> I admire you for keeping focus I cannot do that
> I have a jumpy mind and projects end in disaster
> But we are all different That what makes us all interesting
I find my focus comes and goes. When I have trouble
focusing, I try not to get frustrated and wait for my mind
to settle down. Much like how our anxiety comes and
goes a lot like bad weather.
> Ditto and much love from Anna
Love and Best Wishes,
Arthur
V*nessa
>
> Happy Birthday, Arthur!!! I hope you have a wonderful
> day and may all your wishes come true.
> (((((Arthur)))))
Happy belated birthday Arthur
V
Anna
> I wasn't sure what should be done first and how best to get it
> done. The uncertainty crippled me for a long time until my
> family helped me with the planning. Then, actually having the
> work done stressed me out. Only after the work was done and
> some time passed did I feel reassured the right things had been
> done and I started to calm down.
Can you imagine how I was without medication nor diagnose
when I moved form my former house to this one
Willem is deeply traumatised by that event ;-) hehehe
>> GREAT I am the most furious lover of Sci-fi since I was allowed to read
>> adult books ! Currently I am reading Asimov again
>
> Asimov is great. I briefly met him once when he spoke at
> a local college in the 1980s. Very kind, thoughtful and
> encouraging person.
Woow I envy you He is The Godfather of modern day sci fi
I have all his books for better or worse But still like his first 4
robot novels very much
>
>> Finishes Dune the
>> whole saga including the volumes by his son Brian
>
> I like the Dune stories too. The books were a challenge, yet
> I enjoyed all the films they inspired.
YUP :-)))))
>
>> I saw Battlestar
>> Galactica ( the new series and was very impressed !)
>>
>> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battlestar_Galactica
>
> I had mixed feelings about Battlestar. The effects were well
> done and some nice ideas, but a bit too much social drama
> for my taste.
Ahh I see I did love the social drama and I loved the political in
correctness of people smoking a lot ;-) There where some loose ends
but yeah I loved it Also because the lack of black and white thinking
There will always be a grey area
>
>> It is a shame there is so much fantasy out there ATM I do love the
>> *real * sci fi
>
> Me too.
All those fairies and so on I hate it BLEEEEEEEEEEEE
Did you read Greg bear's Eon and eternity ?
>
>> Did you read Dan Simmons Hyperion ?
>
> Not yet, but since you recommend it I will make sure to
> get a copy.
It had 120000000 awards You have hyperion and a follow up and two others
that I consider not so good
>
>> I am sure it was not only Dumb luck Young master Arthur :-)
>> We tend to jump in and later we see the consequences and think
>> YIKEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES .
>
> Very true. Easy to get impulsive and leap before we look.
>
>> I hope it continues to be a nice enviroment for
>> you !
>
> So far, so good.
:-)))))))))))
>
>> Good for you If your disorder is a problem you don't want to be there
>> in the first place We most often think that others think a lot about it
>> My conclusion is that if you are frank about it there is little
>> disturbance about it.
>
> That's often my experience as well.
Mine as well And who don't like it : Bugger of ;-)
>
>> I admire you for keeping focus I cannot do that
>> I have a jumpy mind and projects end in disaster
>> But we are all different That what makes us all interesting
>
> I find my focus comes and goes. When I have trouble
> focusing, I try not to get frustrated and wait for my mind
> to settle down. Much like how our anxiety comes and
> goes a lot like bad weather.
Yes but I think you have all in all a better focus I am to jumpy
>
>> Ditto and much love from Anna
>
> Love and Best Wishes,
> Arthur
>
You too dear friend :-)
Tennessee Tony
Tony