I understand where you are coming from, in terms of your ability to make decisions as a teen regarding sex.
But the thing is, if a 14 year old came up to you - now - would you be interested in protecting his welfare? As adults, we all have that obligation.
I've been following the comments of someone who is incarcerated for such a crime, and he uses all kinds of pseudo-intelligent essays to justify his behavior. It's shocking.
But the truth is, he was trolling for a child and found one.
As an adult, I would never put a child or a teen in harms way. Even if they pursued me.
And having a relationship with someone that young is putting them in harms way. They need to discover, explore and learn about the joys of a relationship with someone who is a peer.
I am not their peer. I am older and can use my knowledge (and power - financial, social, experience - all kinds of power) to manipulate them. That's just the truth.
For what it's worth, I wish he had turned you down. That's what a man should do when approached by a teen.
Thanks for writing! I finished the transcription for your post.
I am glad that Between the Bars is helping. I am sorry that people are using the bible to bash on you and Dennis. I, myself am a Christian and I hope you take comfort in knowing - we aren't all like that. If I had to fill in the blanks I would say that Jesus would say about Gay People: "I love you just as much."
Thanks for writing! I finished the transcription for your post.
I find your views very interesting. Rape is certainly very difficult to prosecute because often times it is a case of he said/she said.
With regards to minors having sex with adults and the adults being prosecuted, I think it is worth noting that although a minor may feel that he/she wanted to engage in sex voluntarily and therefore not coerced or "raped" in the traditional sense, the minor does not really have the mental capacity to make such big decisions (even if they believe they do). It is why I believe there is an age of consent.
Paul, Alma was on vacation for about 3 months. She just got back, said she has a few letters. I have not seen her. I started college Monday to friday and on saturdays I take Bakery classes only Sundays left to do the things that most be done. I'm going crazy with so much work. Went back to college to take pharmacy (hard work) have to study hard 2 texts every week. I will never forget about you. Kisses and hugs. Forever yours MM
I'm not sure if I can say anything that might cheer you up, but here goes: I care deeply for you; know that there are people out there who do love you. Stay strong and stay close to God; keep writing if you can. This piece of literature is just so poignant and moving. --Calhoun25
Advanced Sciatica Exercises for Abdominal Muscles and Back Muscles As the patient’s pain works out of the lower extremity (leg) and centralizes in the low back, the exercises typically are advanced to strengthen the low back and abdominal muscles to prevent recurrences of sciatic pain caused by a herniated disc.
Low back muscle strengthening exercises:
Upper back extension. In the prone position with hands clasped behind the lower back, raise the head and chest slightly against gravity (Figure 4) while looking at the floor (stay low). Begin by holding position for 5 seconds, and gradually work up to 20 seconds. Aim to complete 8-10 repetitions.
In the prone position with the head and chest lowered to the floor, lightly raise an arm and opposite leg slowly, with the knee locked, 2 to 3 inches from the floor. Begin by holding position for 5 seconds, and complete 8 to 10 repetitions. As strength builds, aim to hold position for 20 seconds. Abdominal muscle strengthening exercises:
Curl-ups.For the upper abdominals, the patient should lie on the back with knees bent, arms folded across the chest, and the pelvis tilted to flatten the back. Then curl-up lifting the head and shoulders from the floor. Hold for two to four seconds, then slowly lower to starting position. As strength builds, aim to complete two sets of ten curls.
Do not attempt to lift the head up too high, and bring the head and chest towards the ceiling. For patients with neck pain, place the hands behind the head to support the neck.
For the lower abdominals, tighten the lower stomach muscles and slowly raise the straight leg 8 to 12 inches from the floor, keeping the low back held flat against the floor. Hold leg raise for eight to 10 seconds, then slowly lower to starting position. As strength builds, aim to complete two sets of ten lifts.
I do hope that something will help to alleviate your pain...if you need any more info on anything else just let me know. Take care, Bluelotus
Here are some more exercises specifically aimed at a herniated disc and sciatica:
Leg pain or sciatica from a herniated disc is commonly caused by disc material protruding backwards and irritating or compressing a nerve root, which in turn causes pain to radiate along the sciatic nerve. Sciatica Exercises for a Herniated Disc Specific exercises for leg pain and other symptoms from a lumbar herniated disc are prescribed according to which positions will cause the patient's symptoms to move from the leg (or foot) and into the low back.
For many patients, getting the pain to move up from the leg to the low back is accomplished by getting into a backwards bending position, called extension exercises or press-ups.
The low back is gently placed into extension by lying on the stomach (prone position) and propping the upper body up on the elbows, keeping hips on the floor. This should be started slowly and carefully, since some patients cannot tolerate this position at first. Hold the press-up position initially for five seconds, and gradually work up to 30 seconds per repetition. Aim to complete 10 repetitions. After practicing this exercise, the spine specialist may recommend a more advanced form of the extension:
From the prone position (lying flat on the stomach), press up on the hands while the pelvis remains in contact with the floor (Figure 2). Keep the lower back and buttocks relaxed for a gentle stretch. This position is typically held for 1 second, repeated 10 times. If the patient is unable to lie flat, a similar exercise can be done standing by arching backward slowly with hands on hips (Figure 3). However, the prone position described above is usually preferred.
These extension exercises are done regularly, about every two hours. More importantly, the spine specialist may recommend that the patient with this condition should avoid getting into a forward flexed (bent over) position. This tends to counteract the effects of the extension exercises. The specialist may ask the patient to correct any forward flexed positions immediately by doing an extension exercise.
Tell the truth, like how you stabbed an old man - Jack Melling - on the way into the infirmary and on the way out. You tried to kill everyone you stabbed even correctional officers that had nothing to do with the alleged beating of Love. You claim you didn't hurt anyone which is blatant lie. You injured innocent people during the riot. They thought Widener was dead from all his wounds, he survived but his lifespan - as were others - were shortened by the damaged done with your weapon. You are where you belong and all the do gooders that weren't there and only have heard your side and ignorant fools. Before anyone makes a decision on you and your continued incarceration, they should research both sides, read trial transcripts that are public record and review your prison disciplinary record. Too bad their loved ones were the ones you stabbed.
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But the thing is, if a 14 year old came up to you - now - would you be interested in protecting his welfare? As adults, we all have that obligation.
I've been following the comments of someone who is incarcerated for such a crime, and he uses all kinds of pseudo-intelligent essays to justify his behavior. It's shocking.
But the truth is, he was trolling for a child and found one.
As an adult, I would never put a child or a teen in harms way. Even if they pursued me.
And having a relationship with someone that young is putting them in harms way. They need to discover, explore and learn about the joys of a relationship with someone who is a peer.
I am not their peer. I am older and can use my knowledge (and power - financial, social, experience - all kinds of power) to manipulate them. That's just the truth.
For what it's worth, I wish he had turned you down. That's what a man should do when approached by a teen.
Thanks for writing! I finished the transcription for your post.
I am glad that Between the Bars is helping. I am sorry that people are using the bible to bash on you and Dennis. I, myself am a Christian and I hope you take comfort in knowing - we aren't all like that. If I had to fill in the blanks I would say that Jesus would say about Gay People: "I love you just as much."
God Bless
Maita
I find your views very interesting. Rape is certainly very difficult to prosecute because often times it is a case of he said/she said.
With regards to minors having sex with adults and the adults being prosecuted, I think it is worth noting that although a minor may feel that he/she wanted to engage in sex voluntarily and therefore not coerced or "raped" in the traditional sense, the minor does not really have the mental capacity to make such big decisions (even if they believe they do). It is why I believe there is an age of consent.
God Bless and hope to see more of your letters!
Maita
God Bless
Maita
Thanks for your letter! I finished the transcription for your post. It was quite an interesting read.
God Bless
Maita
--Calhoun25
As the patient’s pain works out of the lower extremity (leg) and centralizes in the low back, the exercises typically are advanced to strengthen the low back and abdominal muscles to prevent recurrences of sciatic pain caused by a herniated disc.
Low back muscle strengthening exercises:
Upper back extension. In the prone position with hands clasped behind the lower back, raise the head and chest slightly against gravity (Figure 4) while looking at the floor (stay low). Begin by holding position for 5 seconds, and gradually work up to 20 seconds. Aim to complete 8-10 repetitions.
In the prone position with the head and chest lowered to the floor, lightly raise an arm and opposite leg slowly, with the knee locked, 2 to 3 inches from the floor. Begin by holding position for 5 seconds, and complete 8 to 10 repetitions. As strength builds, aim to hold position for 20 seconds.
Abdominal muscle strengthening exercises:
Curl-ups.For the upper abdominals, the patient should lie on the back with knees bent, arms folded across the chest, and the pelvis tilted to flatten the back. Then curl-up lifting the head and shoulders from the floor. Hold for two to four seconds, then slowly lower to starting position. As strength builds, aim to complete two sets of ten curls.
Do not attempt to lift the head up too high, and bring the head and chest towards the ceiling. For patients with neck pain, place the hands behind the head to support the neck.
For the lower abdominals, tighten the lower stomach muscles and slowly raise the straight leg 8 to 12 inches from the floor, keeping the low back held flat against the floor. Hold leg raise for eight to 10 seconds, then slowly lower to starting position. As strength builds, aim to complete two sets of ten lifts.
I do hope that something will help to alleviate your pain...if you need any more info on anything else just let me know.
Take care,
Bluelotus
Here are some more exercises specifically aimed at a herniated disc and sciatica:
Leg pain or sciatica from a herniated disc is commonly caused by disc material protruding backwards and irritating or compressing a nerve root, which in turn causes pain to radiate along the sciatic nerve.
Sciatica Exercises for a Herniated Disc
Specific exercises for leg pain and other symptoms from a lumbar herniated disc are prescribed according to which positions will cause the patient's symptoms to move from the leg (or foot) and into the low back.
For many patients, getting the pain to move up from the leg to the low back is accomplished by getting into a backwards bending position, called extension exercises or press-ups.
The low back is gently placed into extension by lying on the stomach (prone position) and propping the upper body up on the elbows, keeping hips on the floor. This should be started slowly and carefully, since some patients cannot tolerate this position at first.
Hold the press-up position initially for five seconds, and gradually work up to 30 seconds per repetition. Aim to complete 10 repetitions.
After practicing this exercise, the spine specialist may recommend a more advanced form of the extension:
From the prone position (lying flat on the stomach), press up on the hands while the pelvis remains in contact with the floor (Figure 2). Keep the lower back and buttocks relaxed for a gentle stretch.
This position is typically held for 1 second, repeated 10 times.
If the patient is unable to lie flat, a similar exercise can be done standing by arching backward slowly with hands on hips (Figure 3). However, the prone position described above is usually preferred.
These extension exercises are done regularly, about every two hours. More importantly, the spine specialist may recommend that the patient with this condition should avoid getting into a forward flexed (bent over) position. This tends to counteract the effects of the extension exercises. The specialist may ask the patient to correct any forward flexed positions immediately by doing an extension exercise.
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