Phantom of the Opera

I'm a mod there...so no. Although I will probably switch between the two, it's nice to be able to post without that responsibility :P

Ah yes, you post on the awesomeness thread sometimes don't you

Very true. I'm quite obviously an incomparable legend there too @Lera: We can take him on!

Of course I am

*sniff* who'd have thought one thread later and I'd be part of the gang

Not at all :D And thanks Bonnie :)

Not having been on this forum, I think you give people respect by clicking on them, and if someone has enough respect, the green block grows in size.

It changes all the time, but currently I'd have to say The Godfather

ah must have missed that one. Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also called pollinosis, hay fever or nasal allergies, and often also written together as hayfever, is a collection of symptoms, predominantly in the nose and eyes, that occur after exposure to airborne particles of dust, dander, or the pollens of certain seasonal plants in people who are allergic to these substances. When these symptoms are caused by pollens, the allergic rhinitis is commonly known as "hay fever", after the fact it is most prevalent during haying. Allergies are caused by an oversensitive immune system, leading to a misdirected immune response. The immune system normally protects the body against harmful substances such as bacteria and viruses. Allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to substances (allergens) that are generally harmless and in most people do not cause an immune response. As noted above, hay fever involves an allergic reaction to pollen. A virtually identical reaction occurs with allergy to mold, animal dander, dust, and similar inhaled allergens. Particulate matter in polluted air and chemicals such as chlorine and detergents, which can normally be tolerated, can greatly aggravate the condition. The pollens that cause hay fever vary from person to person and from region to region; generally speaking, the tiny, hardly visible pollens of wind-pollinated plants are the predominant culprits. Pollens of insect-pollinated plants are too large to remain airborne and pose no risk. Examples of plants commonly responsible for hay fever include: Trees: such as birch (Betula), alder (Alnus), hazel (Corylus), hornbeam (Carpinus), horse chestnut (Aesculus), willow (Salix), poplar (Populus), plane (Platanus), linden/lime (Tilia) and olive (Olea). In northern latitudes birch is considered to be the most important allergenic tree pollen, with an estimated 15-20% of hay fever sufferers sensitive to birch pollen grains. Olive pollen is more important in Mediterranean regions. Grasses (Family Poaceae): especially rye (Lolium sp.) and timothy (Phleum pratense). An estimated 90% of hay fever sufferers are allergic to grass pollen. Weeds:ragweed (Ambrosia), plantain (Plantago), nettle/parietaria (Urticaceae), mugwort (Artemisia), Fat hen (Chenopodium) and sorrel/dock (Rumex) In addition to individual sensitivity and geographic differences in local plant populations, the amount of pollen in the air can be a factor in whether hay fever symptoms develop. Hot, dry, windy days are more likely to have increased amounts of pollen in the air than cool, damp, rainy days when most pollen is washed to the ground. The time of year at which hay fever symptoms manifest themselves varies greatly depending on the types of pollen to which an allergic reaction is produced. As most pollens are produced at fixed periods in the year, a long-term hay fever sufferer may also be able to anticipate when the symptoms are most likely to begin and end, although this may be complicated by an allergy to dust particles. When an allergen such as pollen or dust is inhaled by a person with a sensitized immune system, it triggers antibody production. These antibodies bind to cells that contain histamine. When the antibodies are stimulated by pollen and dust, histamine (and other chemicals) are released. This causes itching, swelling, and mucus production. Symptoms vary in severity from person to person. Very sensitive individuals can experience hives or other rashes. Some disorders may be associated with allergies. These include eczema and asthma, among others. Allergies are common. Heredity and environmental exposures may contribute to a predisposition to allergies.

It does have the advantage of having run for a couple of years longer than our current version

Sean

May 2 2006 in the States, May 1 2006 in the UK

you'd better put the kettle on

Let me just change my nationality, and I'll be right with you

Most of them for their first album, however as they're progressed they've come into their own

but as a FL fan you're biased, and unable to form an objective opinion

Yes

They grew wings with the main intent of meeting Bonnie's and scaring the bejeezes out of them. Oh it might also be survival related

The official one, as I know more people there, and am biased as I run it too

Not at all. Although I often convince myself that I know better than anyone else. Which is usually put down to the fact that I'm an egocentric git

This isn't a question, but it sounds fun to me!

Stay home and get some more sleep you fool!

That is an impossibility, as there are many ways of looking at it. From a natural point of view, it's to continue the circle of life. We are born, we eat, we die, there are those that feed on us..