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Suicide Prevention... My Story Posted January 25, 2012 by Jay Michaels

 

This time last year I was off work for a week, not for vacation, but, to attend my grandfathers funeral.  


My grandfather committed suicide a year ago today. 

 

Here's a picture of my grandmother and grandfather a few years ago on their 50th wedding anniversary 





I want to remind everyone that help is out there.  No problem or issue is that horrible to take your own life -- help is there, and it can, and will, get better!  


Here are links to several suicide prevention organizations and hotlines.  If you need them, call them... If you know someone who is depressed, call the hotlines and get help on how to help your friend or family member!



The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255



The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 



The Treatment Center - 1-855-217-8865



Veterans Crisis Line - 1-800-273-8255 or text 838255

 

I've done so much work over the past 2 years with teen and GLBT teen suicide prevention, but, the truth is this is a problem in all age groups.. and help is out there!

PICTURE: Neil Patrick Harris on the cover of "OUT Magazine" Posted January 19, 2012 by Jay Michaels

 

 

 

Neil Patrick Harris and his partner David Burtka are featured on the cover of Out Magazine.  Neil Patrick Harris tells the magazine that he met David when David was actually dating someone else, and goes on to talk about how they fell in love.

 

There are also pictures of Neil and David with their twins!

VIDEO: Paula Deen Talks! Posted January 17, 2012 by Jay Michaels

Paula Deen admits to having Type 2 Diabetes... She's known for 3-years and has still been doing cooking shows with fatty buttery goodness in it?  
 

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As a diabetic I'm glad she came forward -- now let's see if she actually teaches people to cook and eat like they should?
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