You're sweet Laura, thank you! I did stretch myself a bit on this one, and the rush back here for another one, but I knew it and I'm recharging the rest of the week, sleep and nutrition wise. It's been a bit of a tough summer with my schedule and the temps, but things are easing slightly on both fronts for a week or so and I'm in town so that helps. Thanks for your concern.
Well quit doing that! Your body is gonna let you know about it for sure. Bad enough having to check into a hospital, even worse being far away from home and getting stuck in one. You never do get the sleep portion back though. And make sure you hydrate well, like I do.
Today's guest wants you to get more sleep, and he has some warnings about how not getting enough sleep can affect your concentration, memory, immune system, blood sugar levels, appetite and more. On the bright side, he has some suggestions to help you get and stay asleep. Matthew Walker directs the Center for Human Sleep Science at the University of California, Berkeley, where he's a professor of neuroscience and psychology. In his sleep lab, he's conducted many sleep studies using the latest techniques to image the brain and monitor brain activity in order to investigate why we sleep and what happens when we sleep and when we dream. He's currently investigating the possible link between inadequate sleep and the development of Alzheimer's disease.
JWilsonphoto wrote:
You're sweet Laura, thank you! I did stretch myself a bit on this one, and the rush back here for another one, but I knew it and I'm recharging the rest of the week, sleep and nutrition wise. It's been a bit of a tough summer with my schedule and the temps, but things are easing slightly on both fronts for a week or so and I'm in town so that helps. Thanks for your concern.
A historical note. Everybody knows about the Akron Airdock (built in 1929), but most probably don't know that the airship hanger in Suffield, Ohio, was built in 1917, and is still in use. The hangar at Wingfoot Lake is the oldest existing airship facility and one of the oldest active aircraft bases in the world.
Thank you Joe! We do make a good team, not that Glenn needs any help Sheila is out of town for the weekend, in The Hamptons today no less, so I'm taking the opportunity to get familiar with the Z280 and catch up on a month's worth of Photoshopping.
We seem to be in a wonderfully unseasonable week of rain and mild temps, so I don't even have to feel guilty that I'm not out whittling down the backlog of assignments I've got going. I love it when it all comes together every once in a while.
Halle and Faith wanted to see Gramma off on her trip so they came over and spent Wednesday night so they could ride to DFW with us Thursday morning. Her flight was at 6:30, requiring a 4:00am wake up for all of us. I folded down all the Landcruiser seats and made a big soft bed for the girls, loaded it with their favorite blankets, pillows and stuffed animals, they didn't mind the early departure at all. In fact, they liked it so much they decided to hang with me for two more days, fortunately the weather cooperated and I had a reasonable excuse to move two days of shooting to next week. They wouldn't let me dismantle their big bed until I took them home this afternoon. Man, days like that are a gift aren't they?!
Difficult to imagine the thought processes that bring a person to this point, and then to be so cheery and cavalier. The guy was an idiot, but your heart has to go out to him. Fortunately he took no one with him. Surprised the F15 didn't blow him out of the sky over the sound, this could have gone much worse.
Wow, bizarre and tragic at the same time. I'd assume if he had pointed the plane at any population center the interceptors would have taken him out. Mental illness can manifest itself in strange ways.
On another note: Jim, did you set up a slider in that jet for the pans or was the smooth movement a gimbal?
Difficult to imagine the thought processes that bring a person to this point, and then to be so cheery and cavalier. The guy was an idiot, but your heart has to go out to him. Fortunately he took no one with him. Surprised the F15 didn't blow him out of the sky over the sound, this could have gone much worse.
There is a sound clip of him with a conversation between the controller and him.
There also edited clips with footage but will not post that because of foul language.
But pretty weird to listen to that but a real insight into somebody's mind who desperately was in need of some serious help but obviously didn't get it.
Feel free to listen but don't if your not up to it....
Sometimes making the decision to free yourself from this world brings on a giddy sense of relief. That's why they say it's one of the warning signs of an impending suicide, the person has made their mind up to do it..
JWilsonphoto wrote:
Under the heading "It's a weird world..........."
Difficult to imagine the thought processes that bring a person to this point, and then to be so cheery and cavalier. The guy was an idiot, but your heart has to go out to him. Fortunately he took no one with him. Surprised the F15 didn't blow him out of the sky over the sound, this could have gone much worse.
None of us are immune.
Know the Risk Factors
Risk factors are characteristics that make it more likely that someone will consider, attempt, or die by suicide. They can't cause or predict a suicide attempt, but they're important to be aware of.
Mental disorders, particularly mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and certain personality disorders
Alcohol and other substance use disorders
Hopelessness
Impulsive and/or aggressive tendencies
History of trauma or abuse
Major physical illnesses
Previous suicide attempt(s)
Family history of suicide
Job or financial loss
Loss of relationship(s)
Easy access to lethal means
Local clusters of suicide
Lack of social support and sense of isolation
Stigma associated with asking for help
Lack of healthcare, especially mental health and substance abuse treatment
Cultural and religious beliefs, such as the belief that suicide is a noble resolution of a personal dilemma
Exposure to others who have died by suicide (in real life or via the media and Internet)
Know the Warning Signs
Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for suicide, especially if the behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. If you or someone you know exhibits any of these, seek help by calling the Lifeline.
Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves
Looking for a way to kill themselves, like searching online or buying a gun
Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
Talking about being a burden to others
Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
Sleeping too little or too much
Withdrawing or isolating themselves
Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
Extreme mood swings
Sheila is out of town for the weekend, in The Hamptons today no less, so I'm taking the opportunity to get familiar with the Z280 and catch up on a month's worth of Photoshopping.