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#256624
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Leia's Role in the Rebellion
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Originally posted by: Obi Jeewhyen
Originally posted by: Gaffer Tape
When did Luke become no longer officially associated with the Rebellion?


I could be wrong, but I got the distinct impression that, as a full-fledged Jedi, he was more of a free agent. At the service of the Rebels, but not really part of their organization. Sort of how the Jedi of old were at the service of the Republic, but they were not members of the government.

But, it's just an impression I got. Maybe that black outfit was a rebel uniform that I just didn't recognize. Of course, if Luke was still part of the official Rebel personnel roster and he didn't get promoted to at least General - - I call Triple Shenanigans!

Yet, I never heard "General Skywalker" mentioned once in Return of the Jedi. I think Luke was freelancing.
I'm checking my information right now, but I believe he was a commissioned officer with the Rebellion during all 3 movies. According to the Wookieepedia, he obtained the rank of general and then resigned his commission 6 months later. It appears it was between 4 and 8 years after the Battle of Yavin. If he ever resigned it before then, and later chose to get reinstated, I can find nothing about it.
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#256283
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Music
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/256283/action/topic#256283
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I can listen to just about anything if I enjoy it.

Just to rattle off a few names as they come to mind:
Queen, Mannheim Steamroller, Johnny Cash, Guns and Roses, Burl Ives, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Weird Al (White and Nerdy, BTW, is like a bloody themesong for me despite the fact that I've never done most of that stuff), Rossini, Schooner Fare.

I tend to shy away from newer stuff, but I recently dug out my old X-Files movie album, which includes Foo Fighters, Tonic, Filter, The Cure, Sting and more. Also, a coworker made up a disk for me to listen to which included Rasputina, Rammstein, Seraphim Shock and some other artists I can't think of at the moment.

Some kinds of music I just can't get into include modern classical (prepared pianos and composing with TV static...just not my stuff), heavy metal (I feel like the music is made to be loud so that the band can cover up that they stink) and excessively violent rap.
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#256281
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Brittney Spears Files for Divorce
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/256281/action/topic#256281
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I personally don't care about the lives of anyone in the music/movie/TV industry, however I have a few coworkers here at the library who do care. The day we get in US Weekly or People, they are reading it and talking about this, that and the other thing that happened.

So, whether I like it or not, I usually hear about this kind of stuff.
Today, however, I saw a headline that I had to click and read...

Apparently, she told him via text message. A piece of video is up on YouTube of him getting the message and his reaction to it. Article said he was filming some reality show in Canada.

If I hadn't been here at the library, I would have been laughing so hard I would have split my sides. I find that hilarious. What is wrong with these people? Can't they do anything in a normal way?
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#255400
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The personal hygiene thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/255400/action/topic#255400
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I suppose if people told me I had bad breath, I might think about it more, but no one does.

I don't usually eat Oreos, but following your line of thinking, I do get food stuck in my teeth. About 90% of the time, its in my molars and I'll work at it with my tongue as long as I can. If absolutely necessary I'll dig it out with a finger (but not in public). On those occassions where I have food stuck in the visible portion of my mouth, its like the bad breath...no one says anything and nothing gets done until I notice.
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#255368
Topic
morals
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/255368/action/topic#255368
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Let's see...
Parents
5 years of catholic school
All my life attending Catholic church
The common sense that is no longer so common

I suppose some of what I have is from myself as well. I believe both my parents are against the death penalty, yet I am not only in favor, but I think it needs to be faster (no 25-30 years waiting on Death Row) and more public (if only 20 people really witness it, there is significantly less power to it as a deterent, which I believe it was originally intended to be).
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#255366
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School Thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/255366/action/topic#255366
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Would you consider marching band a club?? I was in that for 3 years (10-12)
I was co-founder of my school's computer club. Founded it during 11th grade, but it wasn't really official until 12th grade. I was surprised recently to learn it survived after I graduated (there was at most 4 or 5 people in it from what I remember).

That was about it for me.
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#255364
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The personal hygiene thread
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/255364/action/topic#255364
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In my experience, brushing after every meal does not SOUND strange, because most every dentist I remember going to has tried to drill (no pun intended) that into my head. However, making it a practice, at least in my own case, is more difficult.

I have pretty good teeth. Despite the fact that, as much as I hate to admit it, once per week is probably the most accurate count, I have no cavities, no extraneous issues of any kind beyond having my wisdom teeth removed.
My teeth seem able to handle anything I throw at them.

I can offer no discussion concerning women and lack of razor usage beyond saying I've heard those stories about European women as well.

To expand the topic slightly, what about the simple act of washing hands?

I know of some people, though, that practically obsess about it...carrying their own personal hand sanitizer packs with them, won't touch doorhandles, etc.
I consider that excessive.
I don't know about anyone else, but I rarely, consciously, wash my hands. Germs are going to get in/on me whether I like it or not. I figure let them do their work, let my immune system fight back and I'll develop stronger immunities. I haven't had an illness keep me off the job in over 8.5 years (I did have some stomach issues that kept me from work in the last couple months, but that wasn't germ-related...I pulled a muscle in my stomach so bad I literally could not stand/walk for more than a few minutes).
I touch keyboards and mice handled by over a hundred people every day, most of whom are school-age.
I'm not saying I don't get sick, just never sick enough that some Nyquil, Alka-selter or Theraflu won't fix it.
Also, every so often the news gets into a rut talking about 'super-germs' and how modern antibiotics are killing the weak and making the rest stronger. Well, I'm doing my part to keep the weak germs around.
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#253187
Topic
Star Wars most inconsistent plot point, in my opinion: Star Wars Lethal Alliance game
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/253187/action/topic#253187
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So, I just visited tf.n and find news of a new video game:

Star Wars Lethal Alliance

Posted By Dustin on October 24, 2006

The first original Star Wars game built specifically for PSP and DS: Multiplayer modes enhance collaborative gameplay while taking advantage of the unique capabilities of both the PSP™ portable entertainment system and Nintendo DS™. Read on for additional information on this eexciting new title coming soon!

<span class=“Italics”>In the years between Episodes III and IV, Princess Leia proposes a dangerous quest to secure the future of the Rebel Alliance. As the deadly duo Twi’lek Rianna Saren and her security droid, Zeeo, you must infiltrate Imperial-controlled planets, fight legions of evil fiends, <span class=“Bold”>and return with the plans for the most destructive weapon in the galaxy, the Death Star.</span>

Battle through the galaxy as a legendary mercenary team, steal the enemy’s deadliest secret, and triumph over evil in this untold Star Wars™ epic adventure.</span>

Let’s see, first, I think, we had Kyle Katarn responsible for stealing the DS plans (Dark Forces, right?).
Then, we’ve got Bria Tharen involved in the theft. The 2 have been conveniently combined to say Kyle only grabbed <span class=“Italics”>part</span> of the plans OR that Katarn transmitted the plans to Toprawa and Tharen was then responsible for passing them to Leia on the Tantive IV.
And beyond that, I found a number of other names that are listed as “responsible” for stealing/transmitting the plans.

Now, we have yet another person getting some credit for the job.

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#253185
Topic
What's better...Plasma or LCD?
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/253185/action/topic#253185
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I seem to remember that early-production plasmas had some trouble with burn in. I'm not sure, but I think that has subsequently been reduced/fixed. LCDs do not and I don't believe have ever had a burn in problem.

I'm not sure if this is still a factor, but I believe at the 40-42 inch size that you're talking about, plasma will be a better price. I might be going on older knowledge, but I think LCD prices tend to increase a great deal at a certain size.
I don't know if that's even a factor for you.

I can tell you, for sure, is that you need to keep your eyes open for good deals. If you watch, you can score big time.
I upgraded to a 34 inch HD LCD a few months ago (from a 19 inch CRT). I paid $1000 at Best Buy (they were advertising a $100 price drop) and the next week, it was in the Best Buy ads again with another $100 price drop.
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#251288
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The Space Program
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/251288/action/topic#251288
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I don't believe I ever had real asperations of going into space at any point in my life (strange for a sci-fi freak).

As for the original topic: I have to agree with JediSage and Chaltab. The potential for learning and innovation is very high and most likely worth the cost. NASA has gotten a bad rap over the more recent years because of a number of failed orbiter missions to Mars, the Columbia disaster (which I believe can be eliminated in the future if NASA will turn its back on environmentalists), the delays on the ISS, etc. Going back to the Moon and then on to Mars is an important step towards the future of all mankind.
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#250161
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BSG
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/250161/action/topic#250161
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Episode was 2 hours and I got to see most of the final hour to hour and a half.

Interesting information coming out. Couple surprises. Pretty big episode cliffhanger.
I was worried that not watching the webisodes might mean I'd miss a chunk of the story, but I didn't feel that way.

I'd tell you what that line meant, oojason, but I would want to spoil things for you.

Final thought: I noticed some parallels to today's world in the episode.
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#249321
Topic
I think I could really use some advice
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249321/action/topic#249321
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I think every kid had trouble with needles. I once had it so bad, it took 4 or 5 doctors to restrain me so they could get blood. And to think every 6 months I got sub-dermal allergy shots.
I grew out of it by 8th grade though.

"I bet you refrain from mentioning stuff you consider geeky or nerd-like - well, those are part of what you are (and as a matter of fact, of what we ALL here are), and you should be able to talk about it with no fear. Be yourself, really. Don't be afraid."Actually, I quote 40+ year old movies and reference obscure cartoons all the time, and I always end up explaining the reference as everyone stares at me confused...or I walk away because I can't believe the people I was talking to didn't get it.
Why THAT doesn't bother me, I haven't got a clue. Probably because it happens so often.

Also, most of my friends are just as geeky or nerdy as I am, so it doesn't bother them or me to say something like that.

"And, also, what is the worse thing that can happen? Think about it for a while."
That is exactly what I need to straighten out with myself and exactly what I want to do with that week. All these little issues, I need to take the time and think them out. By doing so, by showing myself how irrational they are, I can help myself recover.

"if some girl you are not interested comes to you and says she wants to go out with you on a date, you won't ridicule her."
I've never had the experience, but its safe to say no I wouldn't.

"So, why would someone behave in a different way?" ... "If someone has hurt you before, it dosen't mean everyone is like that."
You're making tons of sense, but I need to convince my entire self of that.

"Be the same person you are when you're alone."
When I'm alone? That's no good for me. I'm as quiet and disconnected when I'm alone as when I'm in social situations.
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#249283
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I think I could really use some advice
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249283/action/topic#249283
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Ric,

You know, you mentioned something that does strike a chord with me.
"You're uncomfortable in situations you don't know how to behave or don't have full control of the situation."

For a long time, probably as long as I can remember, I have been an observer and a researcher. I plan things out. I investigate my options. I rarely leap without having looked (in fact I'd probably try to measure how far I need to leap, then test myself to make sure I could make the leap).
You are absolutely right, I really am not comfortable in those kinds of situations. In fact that's one thing I tried to tell my coworker. She seemed to discount it at first, but she later told me that she would try to find things I'd be more comfortable doing.

"Try going out with some friends, including that friend of yours, and just be yourself"
She told me that too, that I need to be myself. My problem is: I either don't know what 'myself' is like OR she's seen 'myself' and thinks that it isn't 'myself'.

"I'm not sure what you're thinking about achieving with that... What will change?"
Well, the time off, having less responsibilities and worries is something I think I could use. As I said before, I so rarely take vacations. I can relax.

As far as the introspection, my exact methods I'm not even clear on. My reason for starting this in the first place was to get ideas on what I could do.

I may try taking a topic that I feel I need to clear up in my head and just do some kind of stream of consciousness writing with it. Anything that enters my head, I write.
I may use what I can only call 'The Mindy Method', named for a cartoon character from Animaniacs. Simply take a question and ask myself why. Why do I care? Why did I let XXXXX affect me the way it did? Why can't I bring myself to tell someone I care, especially in person?

What will change? Maybe nothing, maybe everything, maybe somewhere in between. I need to examine my motivations and see if I need to change them and if I CAN change them.

One of the things my coworker has told me is that she thinks I lack any self-confidence. That I choose not to say some things for fear of offending someone.
I think she's at least partially right. What she didn't come up with, and what just entered my mind now, is I think I choose not to say things for fear of myself being hurt. I could bring myself to tell a girl in HS how I felt, for fear of rejection. I have difficulty putting myself in social situations because I fear I may say something stupid and get laughed at or otherwise riticuled.
I also don't think these are conscious fears. I think they reside deeper than that. My mind tricks my body to make it harder for me to "put myself in danger," so to speak.
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#249209
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I think I could really use some advice
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249209/action/topic#249209
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Luke,
Some of that does sound familiar, though nothing as extreme as what you describe. I can't even imagine how that was for you. I'm glad things worked out for you.

TheCassidy,
Thanks for the support. I don't believe anyone on the forums lives nearby. Believe me, if it comes down to it, I will get help, but for now I really think taking the week off is going to be a big help.

skyjedi2005,
Zantac is pretty much the same as Nexium, which is used to control acid reflux. If that is it, I've got it covered.
In addition to the alcohol, I don't drink coffee. I generally don't drink soda either (once per week or less).
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I did some research on depression (in particular, clinical depression), as I said I would. Wikipedia seemed to have a pretty good source for the average person to understand. I did see a number of my symptoms on the page's list, but I do not think I fit the biggest qualification...depressed mood/anhedonia.

There is a section on treatment, and it lists exercise and meditation as being helpful. Meditation was going to something I did anyways. Exercise I hadn't thought about, though it makes sense as a stress relief method as well.
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#249152
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I think I could really use some advice
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249152/action/topic#249152
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Ric,

1. I'm trying not to jump to any conclusions, but getting a general idea of what might be my issue would be helpful.
2. I would never jump into drugs of any kind without a prescription from a doctor who had been given as much information as I could provide them with.

For the moment, though, I would like to think I am not to the point of requiring professional help. If this week off I have planned proves to be unsuccessful, I sense help of that kind may be necessary.

Now, looking at your list of the changes:
a. Once in a while, something someone says will knock me off guard and might hurt, but for the most part, things people say rolls of my back like water of a duck.
b. For the most part, I'm that way too. After those 2 incidents, my coworker noticed the same thing and is trying to propose things that I might be more comfortable with.
c. Not sure how to respond to that.
d. There are times when I feel I haven't shown my appreciation for my true friends. I'm not trying to be popular or cool...there is some middle ground between that and being an anti-social nerd. I'd like to work my way a little farther into that middle ground.
e. My lack of alcohol consumption is more because I just do not like it. As a small child, my parents let me sample beer, and I just did not like it.

Now, to answer your questions:
1. Am I comfortable? That covers a lot of ground. My work is, for the most part, easy (sometimes patrons get on my nerves). Pay could be better. The location is perfect (I walk to work every day...rain or shine). There is some question regarding the future of the computer center at the library, but its not job threatening. I work at the smaller of 2 library branches. The larger building is undergoing a significant addition and renovation. There will be a period where their computer center will not be able to exist and the plans are to move some computers and probably staff to my branch until the work is finished. I get along great with all my coworkers.
Now, I work all the time. In 8 and a half years, I've taken 2.5 days of sick time. The extent of my vacations is usually about 1 week every 6 months for a trip back to WI to see my extended family. The library manager is routinely telling me I could take 2+ weeks of paid vacation, but I feel I can't because they need me too much. Everytime I come back from a vacation, every employee tells me how much they missed me.

2. Some situations are worse than others. What I described above at the bar/dance club and my coworkers place are the most extreme I've ever had.

3. As cliche as it may sound: I live in my parents attic. In a manner of speaking, I am alone because I am the only person on my floor. However, a lot of the time I do have my family around.
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#249128
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For Those who bought the Sept. 12th Release, Thoughts so far?
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249128/action/topic#249128
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I bought the ANH DVD first to evaluate it before I bought the other 2.

My only problem, on my 16x9 LCD, was some jagged edges on things...like there was no antialias. I noticed it a bit, particularly in the beginning of the movie. Other than that, I was prefectly happy with the movie. Anamorphic or not, I don't mind.
So, I went to the store and bought ESB and ROTJ. I haven't watched ROTJ yet, but I plan on doing it soon. I need to find something to do with the extra disks though.
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#249117
Topic
I think I could really use some advice
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https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/249117/action/topic#249117
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I'd be lying if I said depression never entered my head. Anytime it did, though, I discounted it because I really don't see anything about my life that would depress me. Overall, I've been content with my life. Week-to-week, I've been in a rut, but I tend to prefer that (see the next part about anxiety).

I will do some research and see what I find regarding depression.

The extreme anxiety makes some sense, which makes me look back to stress. I'm simply stressing out over the potential of new and/or unusual situations.
That kind of thing is not unprecedented in my family. I've been told my grandmother has trouble taking a different route to the grocery store (though the stress manifests itself in a different way for her).

Thanks for the insight. If I get more information that seems to supports the idea of depression, I'll probably PM.