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Oh f*k. Prince died.

RIP

Yah, he did so many drugs in the 80's, it really shortened his life. My husband is getting depressed with all these people in our generation dying but lets face it, if we abuse our bodies with drugs, that's what happens Sad

And our generation (the tail end of the babyboomers) really abused drugs badly.

Like my mom always says, Everything in moderation! Please take heed my young ones

But I ditto that sentiment, Rest in peace dear brilliant man.

Come on - Prince was NOT a big drug user - ugh

No, not in recent years, but when he was younger, yes, unfortunately. And each person's body can take different amounts of abuse. There are 104 year old people who have smoked all their lives, and others who die of smoking related illnesses at 45. I actually didn't mean to besmirch Prince, I'm just sad. And I hope the younger generation (which includes my kids) will take a little better care, be a little less over the top

That's all. ::hugs::

P.S. I'm mostly talking of cocaine, which really f*cks up your nose and lungs and smoking, which hardens your arteries and can cause cancer, etc... And I'm just being a mommy again, so sorry! Besides, this will be deleted as off topic soon anyway Tongue

This is a pretty erroneous statement too for what it's worth.

I think it is important that people are well informed so that they can make good choices for themselves. Cocaine does do damage to the nose. I do not know how it would cause cancer that might indeed be erronous. However more serously cocaine can cause heart attacks in otherwise healthy people, especially with repeated use.

I do not think drugs should be illegal, though it is better if people understand the consequences of abusing certain substances. I think a world where people choose safer and better drugs, would be a better world. After all almost everyone uses drugs, whether it is alcohol, tobacco, caffeine or even pharmaceuticals, pick your vice. Wink

I agree with legalizing drugs, people will do what they do. I can't quit sugar, not funny either, I'm totally addicted to sweets and they will undoubtedly kill me. All enforcement does is cause violence, and that money could be used to treat people instead. I meant smoking causes cancer. My dad died at the age of 50, from hardened arteries and strokes because he was a big time smoker (hell, he'd g0 broke with the cost of cigs today) I struggle with my own demons (sugar and weight) so I don't want to sound like I'm on my high horse. Just wanted to pass on to you youngens the wisdom of moderation, if possible, one I'm still struggling with myself. Sorry again for my mommy complex Tongue

I do agree with you. Moderation is a good message to pass on. Stay away from the unhealthy drugs, and everything can be abused, find balance in life. This is coming from someone who smokes cannabis, I can say that because I am living in the Netherlands at the moment at least, where it has been decriminalized. To be considered a criminal for smoking cannabis is ridiculous, it is not that different to drinking alcohol. Take a lesson from history, prohibition does more harm then good.

At least with cryptocurrencies like Dash no one will be able to prohibit the movement of capital for the purpose of free trade. The effects of a population moving away from Fiat currency towards decentralized cryptocurrencies, is more then profound to say the least. Effecting many areas of life including I am sure the movement of narcotics. For someone with anarcho libertarian leanings it feels like we are doing a great amount of good in the world by facilitating freedom.

The US has it completely backwards, unfortunately.

Drugs which are temporarily incapacitating (which are not very threatening to others) are illegal.

However, drugs that pose a much bigger threat to others are not only legal, but encouraged.

Permanently mind-altering drugs that allow people to appear "functional" in society while harboring dormant psychotic intentions that could manifest any time without remorse or analytical awareness--ssristories.org--are often forcefully administered, and many are coerced or tricked into taking them.

Nice segue into on-topic Dash discussion, BTW.