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Well as we all know by now, they have finally stopped the oil from flowing (at least temporarily). What they didn't say in the news was how. They used a wedding band. Once in place, it immediately stopped putting out. ;D bb

Each year at our conferences, we hold an auction to raise funds. Over the years we've been able to raise quite a bit and those funds have allowed us to not only continue to offer great speakers and programs at the conference, but have helped fund our research expenses. We'll be doing this again this year so whether you can be there or not, you have an opportunity to participate. If you're planning on being there and would like to bring something along to donate, it's very much appreciated. if you'd rather ship it ahead of time, you can do that. For those that can't make it but would like to donate an item, please send it to: Clusterbusters C/O: Chris Runyard 3942 SE Salmon St. Portland, OR 97214 Chris would appreciate it of items are sent to arrive AFTER August 1st. We've had a wide range of items donated in the past. Everything from bottles of wine to handmade craft items. Oil paintings to Oxygen masks. Books autographed by the authors and sports memorabilia. Thanks to all the people that have not only donated items in the past but those that have purchased them. Any questions, just post here or drop me a PM. Bob P. S. in addition, for those that may have missed this on the conference page, we do offer advertising in the conference syllabus. For details on this, contact Fun Guy here. P.P.S. If you need a tax deduction, it's one way to get the government to help fund our cause. (shhhhhh) ;-)

CNN just reported that BP replaced the oil well cap with a wedding ring and it has immediately stopped putting out. News at 10. Sorry, but it felt like this board could use a little levity.

I was always told that smoking contributes to the attacks cause of the lack of oxygen, but like I said, I was told this..never read anything that smoking causes or triggers them.. one thing that stands in the back of my mind is what I did read about "shift work" I worked for 2 service companies that I was on call 24/7 for 20 years..one vacation in all those years, ther were times when I was awake and working for 3 days straight back when oil was booming. but it was not out of the norm for me to be up 24 to 48 hours on end quit often.. I was a driver so I was on the clock more than off. that's the only thing I read that keeps me wondering if it may have been my cause of getting this beast.   Darrin Texas Cluster

hello Tony. you have found a good bunch of people here that care. we all know and understand what it is you are going through and we have all been in your shoes when it comes to others understanding, people look at me like I am crazy when I am being attacked by the beast, and if nothing is broken or bleeding they wont get it until they research what a ch is all about, then its all apologies.. and as far as growing out of them, from what I have learned from my experience and reading..they get worse..and once you go chronic its even harder to deal with...I still haven't found my remedy yet, and have been chronic for 3 years now..but you cant stop looking..I was prescribed verapamil and ergotamine and they seem to make the numbers and severity worse..I cant seem to get control of them..but ready for the psilocybe. and I can relate to the "being made to take time off" I worked in the oil field and did work in chemical plants up and down the gulf coast...last three years I have not been able to do anything but wait for the next one to hit..I don't want to discourage you in any way..I have heard some good outcomes on positive effect from many different things, we each have to find our own, as everyone is finding different ways of treatment fighting this beast.. my fingers are crossed you find something even if you have to try psilocybe, its not what others think about you, NOW its all about whats going to help you. Wish you the best and glad you found clusterbusters Darrin Texas Cluster

Ok, ignore the obvious - alcohol. I'm interested in what else can set off a cluster for you. For me, occasionally (even when out of cycle), I have a severe (cluster) reaction to random greasy foods, and I'm working on the theory that I may be allergic to some kind of cooking oil, so curious as to whether any others having the same sort of problems. Let's do some collective research...