I have been busting Lem's balls pretty good lately but I want to make one thing clear. He is a good man and does great work with his blog. It is a place where creativity blossoms and people can talk freely. He did a great thing with his blog and is a very, very generous man.
If you have a chance stop by his joint to let him know that you appreciate him and what he does.
He is a good egg.
For a Red Sox Fan.
I like Lem's. it is one of the best blogs out there (due to its talented co-bloggers and smart commentators).
ReplyDeleteLem, never apologize.
ReplyDeleteI should not say never…occasionally an apology is warranted. But you did nothing wrong.
I've been sent here as an emissary from Red Sox Nation to state categorically that No True Red Sox Fan would say this:
ReplyDeleteI deleted some of Meade's comments yesterday, in case anybody was wondering. I understand it caused problems. I don't want to go into detail, other than to apologize to Meade for my mistake.
Sounds like a Mets fan to me.
Should've made that "No True Sox Fan," for the meter.
ReplyDeleteI blame the White Sox, who should not exist.
He's missing a few words, that's all. He stopped short of the finish instead of going for the long ball.
ReplyDeleteTo apologize for my mistake...in deleting his miserable, twisted and small minded remarks instead of leaving them and all traces of them there for everyone to smell, see and weigh for themselves.
Ah, I see.
ReplyDeleteVery well, then. He can buy tix to Fenway again.
Thanks, MamaM!
Hello friends. I had to leave Lem's, partly because of L. Meade's presence, but also because things haven't been going well for me. I have taken medication of one sort or another since 1994, to deal with some severe psychological issues. This winter I decided, because of my financial situation and because I had nothing to lose, to cease taking my medications. For a while I was ok, the side effects lifted, I was ok. But then everything came crashing down again, all the pre-medication suffering returned, worse this time though, with new dimensions of paranoia and misery. I have worried that I will turn into my biological father, an institutionalized schizophrenic (as far as I know; he may be dead now). His brother, my uncle, took care of me, made sure I was okay, and was the closest I ever came to having a father, but I lost him to cancer in 2007 and now there is no one. Everything fell apart slowly, and as you guys know I finally lost my home in 2013. For a while I earned room & board cooking for friends at their places in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania but since I injured my knee in December and quit my meds I can't even do that. Through pure charity and a couple of commissions from my friends Aridog and AllenS I have managed to keep a roof over my head in a friend's basement. For the first time in my life I haven't even been able to do artwork with any regularity, as if the spirit is leaving me. It's been very tough for me, but because a couple of blog friends urged me I thought I would write this update to you guys to let you know that I'm still alive. You were all too nice to me so I felt that I owed you an explanation. Please keep this information private, here on this blog. Thanks for thinking of me and remembering me. I try every day to remember that God is with me, even when my mind is overcast in clouds.
ReplyDeleteYou're kind to write this.
ReplyDeleteI hope things turn around for you soon.
Thank you for writing, Palladian. I think of you often, holding you in heart and mind.
ReplyDeleteI saw what Lem did.
ReplyDeleteI have to maul it over so to speak.
Pallidan you always have a place to talk here.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that everyone will keep your wishes in this matter was their guide.
God bless you, Palladian.
ReplyDeleteHope your fortunes change for the better, and soon.
It's good to hear from you, Palladian. I hope things turn for the better soon.
ReplyDeleteDoes anybody have any suggestions on how Evan can get his meds? That doesn't seem right that can't get them.
ReplyDeletePraying for you, Evan. Very good to hear from you. Wish I could afford to commission some art from you.
Palladian, I am glad you can respond. I am worried what you are going through. I wish you strength to get though all of this.
ReplyDeleteEvan, it is good to hear from you. I hope that you'll stop by more frequently, if for no reason other than being among blog friends who do care about you.
ReplyDelete@ Palladian. I'm glad you posted here, I've been worried about you.
ReplyDeleteIsolation is the worst thing for someone who is going through the very very hard times you have been. If you cannot connect with people and have activities that can draw you out of yourself, you can always connect with the people on this blog who care about you.
Palladian, What about SS Disability? You have been on my list of people for whom I pray for daily. You seem to me to be a person who has a strong faith through this incredibly tough journey. I sense you still have hope. If that ever changes, then reach out to someone, reach out to us.
ReplyDeleteThanks Trooper.
ReplyDeleteDitos what everybody said on hearing from you Palladian. You might want to check your Paypal. Its not much but I know what is like to be in distress.
ReplyDeletePalladian....thank you for posting here today. You really did listen to my beseaching...thank you, just thank you.
ReplyDeleteOdd circumstances brought us together, but it is nothing I wouldn't do for any stranger, beset upon, which you were to me at the time. I've jumped from my truck to defend a stranger attacked by 3 or 4...no reason other than I like to fight cowards who'd do that. Where I live you can find that situaiton easily...I almost go looking for it at times...that is how sick I really am.
I am possibly the most vicious evil person you have ever known, never the less we connected. And I am very glad for that. I'd prefer you never learn my history, it is not one to be proud of in any way...it is ugly and a reason, if there is a hell, I will be going there. I never bow down, even when I should. Do not be a stranger. Your friends here are far better than I can ever be...
I echo the sentiments of everyone here. Jump in just to joke around and find a little fellowship. Crack or joke or make a wisecrack like you used to.
ReplyDeleteHey if it cheers you up I would even go to your gay wedding.
I just won't kiss the bride you big fairy.
ReplyDeleteMy only problem w. same-sex weddings is the lack of hetero bridesmaids.
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ReplyDelete"My only problem w. same-sex weddings is the lack of hetero bridesmaids."
ReplyDeleteThere are sometimes "fag hags" but then again, 'nough said.
Palladian,
ReplyDeleteI continue to pray for you and strongly encourage you to take advantage of anything that our tax dollars allow. If someone is going to get the benefit of it, best to be someone who is truly in need.
Aridog,
There is a hell and one does not wish one's worst enemy to land there. It's for eternity and it's bad. Turn.
All this prayer crap is nice, but Pal need money.
ReplyDeleteI would like to once again ask that we pool our resources and get Evan whatever the fuck he needs to get right - meds, a paint bucket, whatever.
We are people of means and prayer without action is as bullshit as it gets.
That's all I have to say about that.
Mr. Spinelli knows how to contact me, and, if you would be so kind, please delete me from membership here.
Hey, Sixty, nice to see you. Faith without works is dead, eh? I'll contribute. Tell me where to send a check.
ReplyDeleteRuth Anne Adams ...thank you for your kind words. I cannot "turn"... and I regret that is so. Those who deserve hell go there. Simple.
ReplyDelete60 GRit...I think Palladian will tell you that I, and others have been there, done that, however....I have $250 for the taking if you say so. Match it and I'll do the PayPal thing.
ReplyDeleteIt that is what you want Sixty than that is what you will get.
ReplyDeleteYou are always welcome to come back.
Sorry for whatever I did that pissed you off.
You join rccommal as the only two people who have asked to be deleted from membership to this blog.
God fucking damnit it 60...do NOT leave this home that Trooper provides us...and he is a shithead...and I admire honest shitheads. BTW you qualify. Stay damnit!
ReplyDeleteAfter learning of the deep hatred that Roman Catholics hold towards non-Catholic Christians (something I had never learned nor experienced in my nearly 64 years of life here, including 23 years of being married to a graduate of Cardinal Spellman), I cannot in good conscience stay where I am reviled.
ReplyDeleteNor will I reciprocate. Carry on.
Dang it Sixty, get back heah! Speaking for the Vatican, everything is cool, yo. Yer ticket is punched.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a misunderstanding to me, Sixty. And an apology.
ReplyDeleteHope you change your mind.
No misunderstanding on my end...here is my PayPal receipt:
ReplyDeleteJun 10 Evan Izer Payment
$250.00
Next, step on up ...
And I don't give a fuck if anyone else s joins in. It is what it is.
And 60...don't bother to try an shame me or others who've been there done that for Evan again. Now quit if you must, but don't fucking try to belittle any of us again.
ReplyDeleteHey, whatever, dude, but I have tried to get a fund going before. That idea was shot down. What you feel is your choice.
ReplyDeleteHoly smokes! Are you watching the news? Eric Cantor just got his butt handed to him, big time.
ReplyDeleteNever in the history of our republic has a sitting majority leader lost a primary election.
This is huge.
60...fuck off, with your bullshit "fund" crap. Who shot what down? Nobody I know and I was there.
ReplyDeleteI began last July when it all began. Where the fuck were you and your fucking "fund?" Several others managed to join up, and contribute, but not you. Maybe I missed it.
Meantime. ESAD.
There was no ambiguity in Troop's statement.
ReplyDeleteTT Burnett suggested that perhaps some Lutherans might sneak in, based upon what they eat (I kid, I kid), but a snake-handlin', poison-drinkin', tongue-talkin', floppin'-on-tha-floor-possessed-by-the-Holy-Ghost, vision-seein', testifying', John-The-Freakin'-Baptist-emulatin'-wild-man-wadin'-in-tha-water, full-dunkin', bein'-held-down-a-bit-too-long, God-Fearin'-foul-mouthed-Baptist ain't got one chance to see God's Heaven - well, I object kind sir.
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others,
faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.”
(1 Peter 4.10)
Hey 60, you big mouth...I said I'd match $250...you got the $250 receipt like I do? Or is your "fund" all bullshit?
ReplyDeleteSend the $250 shut the fuck up.
I hear ST thinks Ari has an anger control problem.
ReplyDeleteI really didn't mean to come between you an Evan.
No 60...I have bullshitter problems. And you are one of those. You talk of help...did you actually send any?
ReplyDeleteYeah, I have anger issues...I dislike bullshitters who make a fraudulent claim about a "fund" that doesn't exist.
I give less of a shit what ST thinks, or Evan for that matter. I am calling you a bullshitter. Send your $250, or your 50 cents, whatever, bitch. Or shut the fuck up.
Whether you like me or not...I could care less....you brought up "the fund" ....so fulfill it.
Sixty, may I suggest you take theological advice from trained professionals and not some guys with a computer? It worked for me.
ReplyDeleteThe Catholic Church holds in high regard on non-Catholic Christians, and makes no judgement on whether they will earn heaven, as that judgement is made by our Creator alone.
Someone who disagrees with that is welcome to brush up on his or her Latin and delve into readings of the Magisterium.
Hey 60, you little cunt...here's the real receipt:
ReplyDeleteYou sent a payment Transaction ID: 7HK05929YJ969953L
Dear Richard Thompson,
You sent a payment for $250.00 USD to Evan Izer.
I await yours, bit mouth.
Here's the thing. I think everyone should send what they think they can to help out our friend. Fighting amongst ourselves serves no one well least of all Evan. I think he is very distressed by all the acrimony and I hope we can avoid it here and all stay friends.
ReplyDeleteTo be serious for a moment the only person who I am sure will not be in heaven is me because I am a sinner and fall oh so short of what I should be.
ReplyDeleteIf I am lucky I will end up in Limbo for all eternity trying to earn my way in.
There are those who know the truth, I care not whether they speak it. Aridog does not know the truth, but he knows vitriol.
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing to come between with Evan and I, 60, we barely know each other...it is simply that I stepped up for a guy in some need, long ago, and so did several others, not including you...your bullshit about a fund rejected is just that. Bullshit.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice evening.
60...I know the truth of what I see and read in front of me. You are a bullshitter. You just make a lot of noise.
ReplyDeleteLike Trooper said, you send what you can to help out.
I'm so glad you know what truth I know, you pious little hypocrite.
Palladian,
ReplyDeleteGood luck guy- hope your life gets better.
Holy smokes, Catholics vs. Protestants again.
ReplyDeleteIs it 1590 or 2014?
I'm content to let God & St. Peter sort it out at the Pearly Gates.
Come on, guys. I appreciated the prodding to do something more besides pray just as I appreciate that people have been doing more than praying for our friend Evan all along.
ReplyDeleteThank you both.
Don't thank me...I did not have a "fund"...I just sent something.
ReplyDeleteI never ask for thanks and never accept thanks.
Good night. Sorry if I was a dick. That is my name after all. Well, no I am not sorry a bit...just need to go away.
ReplyDeleteGood night, all.
ReplyDeleteGood Night Darcy.
ReplyDeleteJust another example of why I reject organized religion.
ReplyDeleteDamn Sixty, you sound almost Catholic (okay, Methodist)!
ReplyDeleteDid Trooper cut the turkey?
ReplyDeleteIf Sixty's truly gone, I'm going to miss him here. He added value. Best Part of this post was Palladian showing up in moving honesty to let everyone know how he is faring.
ReplyDeleteHeard today at a lecture that hope is realized through attachment, as the child learns early on that they are not alone in distress, that someone will respond and care. This continues on through life. Peculiar (and crotchety as things may be here, there are people who truly care, with different ways of showing it.
Thoughts on hope by Nick Hornby, sung by Ben Folds.
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