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footfootfoot · 03-20-2011, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by xoxoxoBruce

How does the first guy get a cold, out in the middle of the ocean?

We're all carrying the virus and it is dormant until our immune system gets overwhelmed by it. I think the mechanism of "catching" a cold is under some debate, but I suspect the carrier has built up a huge population of virus and every drop of snot has billions more viruses than usual so maybe enough to tip the scales in favor of the virus.

jimhelm · 03-15-2011, 09:25 AM

careful how you say that, squiddy

BrianR · 03-20-2011, 10:40 AM

To answer Glatt's question, two guys can fall asleep in the same bunk, either stacked on top of one another REALLY closely, or, much more likely, sitting sideways on a top bunk. I think that story happened at a school though, where you get to sleep on a more normal-sized bed.

Colds and other contagious bugs are a different matter. One undiagnosed case of cold or flu can take out the entire berthing, which is why most sailors will head to sick call at the first sign that something is wrong. They then are checked out by the corpsman and if they are contagious, they are sequestered for the protection of everybody. Vermin are another problem. Should someone bring in lice or fleas or anything like that inadvertently, everyone in that compartment gets their belongings laundered in smelly soap and they get "dipped". The unfortunate sailor usually gets pummelled that night, too.

Living that closely can be problematic at times.

Brian

glatt · 03-20-2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BrianR

Living that closely can be problematic at times.

All very interesting. It's one thing to read about being that close. Spending one night like that was an eye opener. I'm still impressed and amazed that sailors do it routinely.

zippyt · 03-20-2011, 03:36 PM

In the troop transport areas of some ships you have about HALF that much space ,
Try liveing in THAT for 6 months at a time !!!!!

Spexxvet · 03-21-2011, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by zippyt

In the troop transport areas of some ships you have about HALF that much space ,
Try liveing in THAT for 6 months at a time !!!!!

No, thank you.

Nirvana · 03-24-2011, 07:09 PM

In my down coat and overalls, I look like someone made me out of playdoh! Also I must have eaten a sour ball right when this was taken!

Its cold here 20 something going down to 16 WTF is Spring?

Tulip · 03-25-2011, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Nirvana

In my down coat and overalls, I look like someone made me out of playdoh! Also I must have eaten a sour ball right when this was taken!

Its cold here 20 something going down to 16 WTF is Spring?

(can't find the *shaking my booty off* smilie so this is me shaking from the cold, hihi) It's in the 80's where I live.

footfootfoot · 03-24-2011, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by zippyt

In the troop transport areas of some ships you have about HALF that much space ,
Try liveing in THAT for 6 months at a time !!!!!

I sailed across the Atlantic in a 45 foot boat with 4 other people. What's it like? It's like sitting at a dining room table with the same four people for two straight months. If you want any privacy you can go to the corner of the room and turn your back on the table. I'm convinced that is why god invented alcohol.

TheMercenary · 03-24-2011, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by footfootfoot

I sailed across the Atlantic in a 45 foot boat with 4 other people. What's it like? I

I would love to hear the story of that trip. Lots of details. Start another thread. You must have had some interesting adventures along the way. How long was the trip?

footfootfoot · 03-24-2011, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMercenary

I would love to hear the story of that trip. Lots of details. Start another thread. You must have had some interesting adventures along the way. How long was the trip?

I could write a book and I should. OMG. I really should, you wouldn't believe it.

Griff · 03-25-2011, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by footfootfoot

I sailed across the Atlantic in a 45 foot boat with 4 other people. What's it like? It's like sitting at a dining room table with the same four people for two straight months. If you want any privacy you can go to the corner of the room and turn your back on the table. I'm convinced that is why god invented alcohol.

...and you never mentioned this because?

HungLikeJesus · 03-25-2011, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by footfootfoot

I sailed across the Atlantic in a 45 foot boat with 4 other people. What's it like? It's like sitting at a dining room table with the same four people for two straight months. If you want any privacy you can go to the corner of the room and turn your back on the table. I'm convinced that is why god invented alcohol.

So you're one of the boat people! I welcome you to our shores.

TheMercenary · 03-24-2011, 09:52 PM

I would really be interested in it. Start a blog or just a new thread. I would be totally into hearing your story.

morethanpretty · 03-25-2011, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by TheMercenary

I would really be interested in it. Start a blog or just a new thread. I would be totally into hearing your story.

If you're reaaaally interested, why don't you put your money where your hands are? Hmmm!!!
F3! Don't tell this man a THING, you should be making money off of your story. Don't hand it out for free!

03-15-2011, 09:25 AM	#2
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03-20-2011, 10:40 AM	#3
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	To answer Glatt's question, two guys can fall asleep in the same bunk, either stacked on top of one another REALLY closely, or, much more likely, sitting sideways on a top bunk. I think that story happened at a school though, where you get to sleep on a more normal-sized bed. Colds and other contagious bugs are a different matter. One undiagnosed case of cold or flu can take out the entire berthing, which is why most sailors will head to sick call at the first sign that something is wrong. They then are checked out by the corpsman and if they are contagious, they are sequestered for the protection of everybody. Vermin are another problem. Should someone bring in lice or fleas or anything like that inadvertently, everyone in that compartment gets their belongings laundered in smelly soap and they get "dipped". The unfortunate sailor usually gets pummelled that night, too. Living that closely can be problematic at times. Brian __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

03-20-2011, 03:36 PM	#5
zippyt LONG LIVE KING ZIPPY! per Feetz Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 7,661	In the troop transport areas of some ships you have about HALF that much space , Try liveing in THAT for 6 months at a time !!!!! __________________ "Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get. " Brother Dave Gardner

03-24-2011, 07:09 PM	#7
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03-24-2011, 09:52 PM	#14
TheMercenary “Hypocrisy: prejudice with a halo” Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Savannah, Georgia Posts: 21,393	I would really be interested in it. Start a blog or just a new thread. I would be totally into hearing your story. __________________ Anyone but the this most fuked up President in History in 2012!

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