It’s hard to put into words professionally. It's just that heavy ache you get as you age, especially in your shoulders and knees. I'm not actually asking for myself, but for my elderly grandmother. She deals with rheumatoid arthritis, though she doesn't have any joint deformities yet.
Does anyone have recommendations for creams, ointments, or even tablets to help ease the symptoms and pain? I’d love to try something natural if possible! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Honestly, if you take a look at my history in the politics section, you’ll see I really try to keep things constructive without resorting to trolling or baiting people. That one instance you mentioned was just a fluke—I was having a rough day and some user's comment totally threw me off balance. I don't really have any desire to argue about this topic anymore anyway. My favorite characters from the show are long gone, and even the main villain has passed away. At this point, I just want access so I can read what everyone is saying. Your fear that I'll start causing trouble again seems pretty unfounded to me; I know how to be polite and respectful when I want to be. Please reconsider. As for what you're expecting me to do via private message, there is absolutely no way. I'm not going to play nice just to suck up to anyone or beg for my account back. I am not a doormat meant to boost the egos of the moderators. I'd much rather stay partially banned forever than do exactly what the mods told me to do through a middleman. We aren't playing that game. It feels like such an unfair way to treat me, especially since I haven't done anything to deserve it. It's as if the only way to get my access restored is to promise I'll act differently, but then it wouldn't be genuine. You're basically expecting wiredwolf442 to be submissive and plead through DMs. I'm truly disappointed by how stubborn you all are being.
It’s already been about a year and a half since the split, and my favorite characters aren't even in the show anymore. I still tune in every once in a while, but honestly, I’ve lost the drive to argue with people who just don't see it my way. What really sucks is that I can't even click on the main thread to see what everyone else is saying. I genuinely want to read the discussions. rustydrifter10, could you please ask the mods to unban me? I promise to be on my best behavior. My favorites have lost their minds anyway—kind of like how I felt when I first read that digital script. Please!
Just a quick heads-up if anyone’s thinking about putting some cash down...
Tigres vs. America 1 (1:0)
This is happening in the Mexican league. The visiting team is showing up without nine players and actually tried to get the match postponed, but the league turned them down. Some guys are out on suspension, and the rest are away with their national teams. I noticed the odds dropped from 2.30 down to 1.90. Just thought I'd mention it in case anyone wants to throw a few bucks on this one.
Bryan Adams6 said:The teams that were great for over bets last season in the US second division or in Chile's top flight, or good for unders in Argentina's second tier... they aren't the same clubs this season. In the US second division this year, Horn is a total lock for the over 2.5 market. I find myself picking Helmond most often when looking at the Dutch second division; they're usually an over 2.5 bet for me. Barcelona is also a fantastic pick for a 4+ goal parlay or even just an over 2.5 play. Over in Belgium, Anderlecht matches usually end up with 3 or more goals. Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund are the heavy hitters in leagues where you can consistently find 3+ goals or both teams to score.
When it comes to unders—traditionally, the Greek first and second divisions, the Argentine leagues, and the Russian second division are my go-to's for lower scores. Those are the ones I track closely for my tickets. For specific clubs, I’d point to Gazovik and Baltika from Russia, or All Boys and Godoy from the Argentine first division. The Greeks are just getting started, so no standout names yet. Olympiakos is a solid choice if you want to bet on them winning with a clean sheet; they have a 20:1 goal difference over seven rounds.
Nice work. This is exactly the kind of insight I look for. Lots of useful info here, now we just have to follow the trends.😉
Hey northernpilot2, I know we don't really click and you’ll probably never be on board with me taking down my profile picture. It is what it is—sometimes in real life, you just run into people where the vibe isn't there, and you can't force a connection. But please, let's not get petty, okay? That old post you dug up was actually about Zdravko Mamic during one of his press conferences. Yeah, it was ugly, and I already dealt with the fallout from it. Honestly, I can't stand seeing him drawn out like that, especially after watching his staged interviews. I reacted in the heat of the moment and lashed out, but you can't seriously think I was aiming that at some random guy on a forum? Let's keep it classy. It might not be a strict rule, but it's common courtesy to update a partial photo after a while, or even put it back if someone keeps acting up. You're being a bit of a jerk here.🙂
Nathan Turner3 said:The partial penalty was issued after we all sat down and discussed it with CBS. We aren't trying to play games with you; honestly, looking at your reactions and your posts on other threads even after the penalty, it seems like you haven't quite grasped the message or how you need to adjust your tone. Based on why the penalty was given in the first place and your recent behavior, we've decided the penalty is staying.
Look, you can say whatever you want—you don't have to agree with me. You seem like a newer admin, too, since you weren't around before to see how things used to run. But northernpilot2 knows exactly what happened; he remembers who stood up for me when people started lobbying to get me penalized. Most people just went along with it, but he was the one who strictly opposed it and wouldn't budge. Since you caught me on that, I'll ask: why don't I have a penalty for the whole forum? If my communication style is the issue, then I should have been flagged for the entire site, not just one part. I’m not even banned, and there are plenty of people here doing much worse who are still around. Honestly, I don't see anything I need to change about my writing. I don't attack or insult anyone; I just find a topic I'm interested in and leave my thoughts. What's the problem? Is it just because I occasionally use more colorful language when discussing an event? Trust me, I'm not the only one, yet I don't see others getting penalized for it. It doesn't matter, though—feel free to push me as much as you want. I'm not going to bend over backwards or suck up to anyone just to get someone to stop hovering over me and feeding their ego while they're on the clock. That's just not who I am, even if I had to deal with this penalty for the next five years. I just care about one specific series, and now I can't even comment on it. This isn't a personal attack on you or the female mods. I've already made things right by apologizing via PM to the girls I offended and publicly apologizing to the mods for my behavior. But here, if you actually try to be a decent person and settle things civilly, you just hit a wall that doesn't even acknowledge you.☕
Hehe, northernpilot2, you see right through me. You can look at it however you want, but I know exactly who’s pushing for my partial removal and who wants me to stay. Even after eight months, you guys are still looking to cut my part without giving me a fair shot. I don't get how people expect me to react; I don't go overboard with my posts, and if I do write something, I make sure not to insult anyone. That part just doesn't make sense to me. Just tell me straight up if you're against me and tell me it'll never happen. Honestly, I value being told the truth way more than having people dodge the issue or make up excuses about why things aren't moving forward. I've said my piece, I've owned up to my mistakes, and I promised to change how I talk to those who disagree with me, yet here we are again. Cheers to you.
Hey admins and mods, any chance I could get my account reinstated? It’s actually been eight months since the ban. I promise to play by the rules from here on out—no more arguing with people who disagree with me or causing trouble. I feel like I’ve definitely learned my lesson. Have mercy!🙂😉🙂
No cards or points needed here, please. I'll just summarize it in my own words rather than doing a direct copy-paste—it’s much faster that way.
Portuguesa - Botafogo 2 (2.10)
Portuguesa is sitting at 18th place right now, which is third from the bottom, with just 13 points. They're dealing with a massive wave of injuries and suspensions heading into this one. Their coach is actually going to start seven bench players because they're missing 14 people from the squad! Between an important upcoming Copa Sudamericana match on August 22nd and all these absences, they're shorthanded. On the suspended list, we have Moises Moura (DF), Gilberto (ATT), Canete (MF), and their top scorer Diogo (ATT). Then there's the injury list: Washington (MF), Souza (MF), Romao (ATT), Muralha (MF), Ivan (DF), Lima (DF), Lucas (ATT), Viana (ATT), Bruninho (MF), and Henrique (MF). Honestly, Botafogo is Better team Than Portuguesa. Botafogo is currently 2nd in the standings with 26 points—just two behind first-place Cruzeiro—but since they have a game in hand, a win today would put them right at the top.
neonraven112 said:Either he bribed UEFA to take his side, or he's just lying about the penalty to try and shut us all up even more.
He isn't trying to quiet you down; he wants to kick the opposition out of the stadium entirely. If you actually watched the broadcast, you’d see how he was calling on the police, the government, the media, and the fans to turn against that small group of hooligans just to clear the way for himself and the club to operate without interference. There were three or four days left before the match—plenty of time for the press to spin the story so it looks like a simple disagreement with the local sheriff, while he sits back in his VIP box, high on a couple of grams, celebrating. If he manages to ban the opposition from the stadium, he can run things exactly how he wants for the next ten years without anyone bothering him or asking questions. Honestly, anyone on a forum with decent English could have made that screenshot. If there's real proof, let those people show the actual UEFA seal.
Henry Grant51 said:People should be allowed to say whatever they want, and honestly, he’s got a point in some ways... Look, regardless of whether people like it or not, most regular citizens just watch this group from the sidelines.
I don't think you ever see a divide quite like this between die-hard fans and the general public anywhere else in America, especially not in a city like New York. It feels like two completely different worlds that will never truly understand each other. You can't really expect support from people who couldn't care less about who's running the club or what's happening behind the scenes. For them, the team only really exists during the summer when there's big European competition; they just want to see good results. They're the type of folks who could flip their attitude entirely in ninety minutes—going from cheering to absolutely hating Mamić. Add in the organized media attacks backed by Mamić, and that's the reality. Even if BBB acts perfectly for the next two years, the media is still going to come for you. It's basically a war. I've even heard whispers that BBB should just shut down because they're an inconvenience, but those comments usually come from people who have never even stepped foot in the stadium. This whole situation with the club has been weighing on me lately, which is why I'm jumping into these debates. Long story short: those hardcore fans actually care about the Mamić issue. If they aren't with him, they're neutral, and they don't mind the chaos. All they care about is seeing the team play in Europe or making it into the Champions League; they don't give a damn about the MLS standings. Someone even told me, "I only show up for the European games because the atmosphere is better." To people like that, your movement is an enigma. They don't get why you fight Mamić, why you chant those things, or why you disrupt the vibe. Honestly, you can't please people like that unless you just tune everything out. Why am I even rambling like this? I don't know. I guess I just wanted to say that you shouldn't try to guess what the average New Yorker is thinking or feeling. Sorry, I went on a bit of a tangent there!
Roger Phillips said:Don't waste your money on things that don't matter.🙄😁Hey, just a heads-up—please don't go copying anyone else's work!😉 You see things playing out this way and you expect that outcome; if it doesn't happen, it's not on you.🤷
I’m actually expecting a few goals here today. Here's why:
Looking forward to the Yeovil Town vs Shrewsbury match! I've got my money on over 2.5 goals for this one.
Yeovil Town definitely has one of the most explosive offenses in League Two, but at the same time, they have one of the toughest defenses to watch when you're looking at those top six teams. They’re looking at an average of 2.8 goals per game for this project. Shrewsbury only conceded two more goals than they did, but they definitely didn't find the back of the net nearly as often as Yeovil Town. They're heading out for this away game with some serious issues in the backline—they're actually missing four defenders! Jones (38/1), Grandison (29/1), Gayle (15/1), and Edwards (4/0). We kicked off the season with a solid 3-1 win over Shrewsbury. It was a great way to start! Yeovil Town is heading into this match as the favorite, but honestly, I wouldn't be shocked if we saw a weird result. The visitors are dealing with some tough absences, which could definitely shake things up.🤷 I'm playing for goals here and really expecting them. Honestly, I find it hard to believe that an offensive team like Yeovil Town can play at home twice in a row without finding the back of the net. By the way, Yeovil Town holds the record for games with three or more goals scored in League Two. They've hit that over mark 25 times out of their last 41 matches!
Good luck!
Yeovil Town pulled off a solid 3-1 win on the road! It was great to see them secure that victory away from home.😉
St. Louis City vs. FC Cincinnati Over 2.5 goals @ 1.70
Just a quick look at this matchup from the USL Championship. Kickoff is at 6:30 PM. There isn't much to dissect here, really. Anyone following this league knows both these sides love to play wide open—especially St. Louis, who seem to find the back of the net and concede one almost every single week. That’s why the odds are sitting where they are. When you have two high-octane teams facing off, betting on goals feels like the safest bet. If you're feeling a bit more adventurous and looking for better value, an away win might be worth a shot since the visitors are looking pretty sharp lately.
A quick heads-up to the mods: if this post doesn't meet the guidelines, please just delete it. I'd rather have the post removed than deal with a week or two of being banned.
Honestly, the craziest part is that people are calling Anthony Harris2 sarcastic. I’ve looked through the community guidelines, and nowhere does it say sarcasm is against the rules. Are the admins just missing how much some mods are overstepping here? This specific post doesn't break any actual rules, yet she still gets penalized for it. I can't believe what I'm reading. It feels like you aren't allowed to show any wit unless you're on the "right" side of things. And please, don't make me out to be the crazy one. Since this series started—and it was designed this way—two factions have basically been at war, with everyone stubbornly sticking to their camp. That's not my opinion; it's just the reality of the situation. Most other threads are super chill, but the SV thread is constantly tense. We're dealing with constant provocations and trolling, and if you try to respond, people just start throwing shade. There's actually a Facebook group where 20,000 people are basically in a digital war zone. This whole topic will only really thrive once 😛 returns.
The issue here is that she knows the Reddit rules inside and out. She’s articulate, doesn't throw irrational tantrums, and expresses her views without breaking any community standards. On those rare occasions when she did slip up, she was penalized just like anyone else, regardless of which team she’s on.
That's my final word on this.
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Wait, wasn't that you, slytinker11?😍
Talk about a sudden outburst of affection.
She’s incredibly smart and eloquent when she’s playing mind games—kind of like how Suljo and Ibrica used to be inseparable. But if I start playing games like Ibrica used to deal with Hurem, boom, instant ban. Of course, she gets a free pass. You can say whatever you want, but there's no difference. Both are just trolling and provocation. The only real difference is whose side the mods prefer, which is pure bias. I actually learned the forum rules after getting a few warnings myself, but I still kept getting banned even when I was being careful with my wording.
Or maybe she's just "brilliant" because she recently claimed she could be objective since she's on Ibrahim's team. If any of us wrote something like that for Hurem, the three of you would probably race to see who could hand out a ban first for trolling. It's constant talk about reports and rules, yet you guys are the ones applying them arbitrarily to favor one side. slytinker11 is a textbook troll and provocateur who should have been relegated to the shadow communities a long time ago. It has nothing to do with how well she writes; it's all about the protection she gets. Come on, admit it—doesn't slytinker11 just crack you up when she starts acting all high and mighty?
Give my best to everyone in the thread, especially @riv tasev.
Sooner or later, I'll be back.😁 Only this time, I won't fall for your provocations and trolling, because I know some mods are just itching to ban me the second I respond to your posts.
Love me all you want, but I’ll be back, no matter how much the mods try to push me away. If this needs to go higher up, it’ll end up on the Super Admin's desk. It’s just not right that one side constantly breaks the rules and gets punished while you guys act like you're untouchable. I wouldn't be acting this way if I didn't feel like I was being singled out while everyone else stays problem-free. Honestly, I’d be much more laid back if I knew I actually had some protection here.
You must be a lawyer or something, given the way you're using all that legal jargon.😂😉
You gave me a good laugh, but I have to jump in here. If you actually knew wiredwolf442 in real life, you’d know he can't be swayed by little favors. I appreciate you offering to smooth things over with the other mods just to get one of my posts cleared, but let’s be real—that doesn't mean you can buy me off or win my silence. You're lucky the admins aren't paying attention to any of this and are basically giving you free rein to do whatever you want. For months now, I've been pointing out how biased this place is and how one side always takes the hit. Up until now, you've made me look like the crazy one, but others are starting to speak up too. Even the admins are seeing that the issue isn't just me. It’s impossible that one group gets banned week after week while the other side just keeps trolling without a care in the world. @slytinker11 and @riv tasev are the gold standard for that; they almost never get banned unless they do something so extreme that you're forced to take action.
First it was casualbison4 who got banned. As soon as her ban ended, one of you three picked a new target. First you went after the "crazy" guy, and now you're coming for Hasret. Before all of them, Firuze was the one getting banned. Seriously, give it a rest.
You tell us to report posts, but when we do, you just threaten us with bans for reporting stuff that shouldn't even be penalized. @slytinker11 was reported for trolling about Ibrahim and his crew, yet nobody even bothered to sanction her. That’s how much "reporting" actually matters here.