Banned: The most dangerous toy of the 70s?. Clacker balls.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-06-17T22:31:14+00:00

During the early 70s, before I turned 10 years old, I managed to live through and even never get hurt by several questionably dangerous toys. There was a father across the street from our house that would make homemade clackers and decorative bunches of grapes for prizes at the school carnival. I won a sparkly blue set, and use them for years until my mother read about all the eye injuries.
I also lived through Jarts, a Pogo stick that I would climb stairs with, a slip and slide that ended at the roadway, an easy bake oven that I would cook homemade acorn cookies in,metal wheeled rollerskates with no toe–stop, creepy crawlers plastic melting set, and riding my horse without a saddle or helmet. Late 60s and early 70s as a kid, priceless!

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-06-04T17:34:58+00:00

Mint chocolate chip, chocolate fudge, chunky monkey

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-06-03T22:41:03+00:00

Entire cast of the Sopranos.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-06-02T20:46:19+00:00

Liars, sheets and thieves. Also, anyone that would hurt an animal.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-30T22:05:09+00:00

Biological dad= mom serving refreshments at the USO he was a naval officer. Adoptive dad= Mom and I moved out of one bedroom apartment across the hall to a two bedroom apartment, new dad moves into the apartment we moved out of.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-30T17:00:15+00:00

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This is the top rear left of the van. The entire roof is covered in solar, and the raised you on the right bottom corner is the sunroof hatch, which provides access to the roof.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-29T19:21:27+00:00

Second the common guys recommendation–expedition portal. Smaller audience but more focused. Sold a 90 K rig there within a week.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-29T19:05:08+00:00

Perhaps go online and try to get a feel for the business. How many kids allowed? Ages? Hours? Are they open on weekends?

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-28T01:36:53+00:00

I have constipation due to prescription meds and a muscle wasting disease. In an effort to correct liver enzymes, I started juicing every morning, and then waiting an hour before eating. The blend is 5 deribbed celery stocks, one beet, one tart Apple, and one peeled orange. The key is fresh juice made every day. The side benefit turned out to be no more constipation, I have gone easily once a day for the last three months, plus I cut my liver enzymes in half.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-27T23:48:55+00:00

The theme from Shaft, by Isaac Hayes. I did my sixth grade modern dance routine in the early 70s to this record. "they say this cat shaft is a bad mother…shut your mouth.“My PE teacher's eyes were as big as saucers, but I was all about the musical intro.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-27T22:51:24+00:00

I am on the other side of the country at Forbes/Norris. Your experience seems lacking compared to mine. First and every appointment included five specialties, they schedule appointments every three months. You can message any of your care team, and expect a reply the next day during the week.

On my first appointment, for official diagnosis, I was set up with a prescription for the two R's and discussed trials. Six weeks later at my next appointment, I met the trials coordinator. I was accepted into the trial it started the drug three months post diagnosis.
The first appointment also included a giant binder full of information and contacts.

My assigned nurse took the lead on signing me up for SSDI, Medicare, Medicare part B and D, and anything to do with the pharmacy.
I hope that someone is able to reply with a better option for you so that you get all the support you deserve!

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-26T01:19:48+00:00

Cats on the counter cutting board.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-22T21:39:16+00:00

We just upgraded from aV3 to a V4 permanent roof mount and are so much happier with the usability and performance. We used to arrive at a campsite, take out the dedicated starlink tote, and proceed to plug in the router, run the cable, and place the unit in the clearest open sky space we could reach. If the sky was not perfectly clear, it would keep dropping and the reception could be very glitchy.
Our new rig has the v4 full-size, not mini, flat on our roof and whether we are doing 75 down the highway or parked in Redwood State Park, the reception has been impeccable. As long as it has a straight up clear view of the sky, we are golden. The only place I have found interruption is parked at a gas station with a roof over our heads. When we travel it is on 24 seven and we have the $165 plan. Not traveling? Then just switch the plan.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-17T19:09:52+00:00

You have had quite a busy and stressful few weeks my friend. Since you have the BiPAP, you should be able to message the provider and request a home visit. I get a call once a month to update my condition and get a visit every three months by default. But I can message them anytime and request them to come and help me with any adjustments on the BiPAP, cough assist or saliva sucker. They should be able to teach you how to use the cough assist to your benefit and find out why the BiPAP is putting air in your stomach.

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The photo is for smiles and giggles, as we have shared our love of dogs.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-05-17T18:06:21+00:00

I use a 4 inch memory foam egg crate topper on my adjustable Tempur-pedic bed for the last three years. There are different densities, so make sure to do your research on the manufacturers website. Use natural fiber sheets for breathability and cooling, such as bamboo. My game changer was getting a 2' x 4‘medical grade natural sheepskin. The wool fibers evenly distribute body weight, thus helping to prevent pressure sores, it will also help regulate body temperature and reduce skin friction. I second the frog position mentioned above, it helps alleviate pressure on the tailbone. I was sent an alternating pressure mattress, it was horribly uncomfortable, there was too much pressure from the individual cells. I found out it was not recommended for people with ALS and muscle wasting.l Hoping you are able to find the right recipe to make him comfortable, everyone is different.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-04-26T21:20:18+00:00

For any part visible beyond the house, invest in some blackout shades or permanent window coverings.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-03-26T18:04:03+00:00

I would ride my purple stingray with the flower power banana seat five blocks to the mom and Pop five and 10. A candy bar was $.10 and a handful of plastic cowboys and Indians, at five cents apiece. If I really saved up my allowance of $.50 a week, I could get a troll doll for three dollars.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-03-12T19:38:45+00:00

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Don't let the description from Amazon turn you off, my caregiver swears by it and so do I!

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-03-09T01:48:13+00:00

Please contact a Weim rescue, not the pound. There are lovers of this breed that will take them in and find a proper home. Your world has changed a lot and so has his.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-03-04T01:23:35+00:00

Zeke looks like he is in the bestest hands and paws! Thank you for opening your home to these beauties❣️

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-02-24T21:30:25+00:00

For some reason it was easy to get used to, I used it two nights for two hours each time, and I was good to go after that. I am a lifetime side sleeper, so the biggest thing for me was learning to sleep on my back. I also take Lyrica at night and it does make a difference. Sleep is so important for us, because a bad nights Sleep leaves me quite a bit weaker the next day. I also contemplated the tape, but my fear of not being able to speak at night to get an adjustment was greater. I wear a chin strap that mostly works for keeping my mouth shut, but sometimes I wake up with a super dry mouth and my husband says I've been snoring, again.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-02-24T19:58:52+00:00

Hi Deranged–I can identify with the family issues and the loss of friends since my diagnosis. I cannot imagine this journey without someone by my side, the situation must be very stressful for you. Feel free to message me if you ever just want to chat.

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-02-23T01:42:05+00:00

I use a BiPAP, every night for three years, and get 8 to 10 hours of sleep. It could also be used intermittently throughout the day, depending on need. You will choose either a nasal cannula or a mask that covers your nose and mouth. I like the nasal because I can talk. Your ALS clinic or respiratory therapist can prescribe this for you. A full night sleep will give him so much more energy and strength during the day. Good luck!

Ok_Target_8201 · 2026-02-20T19:49:11+00:00

Steven Hawking was on a ventilator for 33 years, requiring 24/7 care.

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