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Post by finnime on Mar 20, 2023 17:12:09 GMT -5
Now I want blueberry muffins. Jordan Marsh recipe.
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Post by finnime on Mar 20, 2023 17:14:23 GMT -5
Oh, that really bites, Pink Cashmere. Your GI troubles doubled by depression and anxiety / insomnia or something like them. I wish for you a total return soon to good health. Maybe this NP will provide the answers you need. I hope so.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 20, 2023 17:20:08 GMT -5
When she asked if I had any questions after we talked, I said I’m not trying to do your job for you, this is just a question, but could my stomach issues be stress related. She said absolutely and crossed her fingers and said your brain and your gut are very closely related, like this. So we talked about the possibility that it’s IBS and/or just life stressors, but she had a few more things she wanted to rule out first through lab tests. Blood and stool. This has always made my gut issues, including my gallbladder, difficult to diagnose and I've been dealing with it since something like the early 1980's. No doctor has been able to figure out why my stomach went to hell when my dad died and has yet to return to normal. I love the patient portal, even if the last nurse wrote that I refused weight and height. I was not asked to do it. I would have said yes. It was as we walked past that area that she asked if I wanted her and the doctor to wear a mask. She put me in a room and went to get a mask. She never asked me to do the height and weight. I don't want to be seen as an uncooperative patient.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 20, 2023 17:21:05 GMT -5
I'm ready for the game to start and it's 2 1/2 more hours. I can't imagine how the players feel.
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Post by susana1954 on Mar 20, 2023 17:36:32 GMT -5
I'm having my decks stained. They pressure-washed it today. I specifically asked if they replaced both faucet covers since there is a freeze warning tonight/tomorrow morning. He told me that they only used one faucet.
I checked after he left. Nope, the other faucet cover was dangling. It isn't a huge deal, but I hate having to check behind professionals. Still, he's done a lot of good work for me over the years so I won't say anything.
This is my last major project for spring. Well, except for the yard guy removing the debris from the stump grinding. Anything else I will have to do myself. So it's time for me to feel better!
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Post by Pink Cashmere on Mar 20, 2023 17:42:03 GMT -5
Oh, that really bites, Pink Cashmere . Your GI troubles doubled by depression and anxiety / insomnia or something like them. I wish for you a total return soon to good health. Maybe this NP will provide the answers you need. I hope so. Thank you so much for wishing me well. She asked me about the amitryptyline (sp?) that I have a prescription for, and asked why I don’t take it every day. A CVS pharmacist (the preferred provider for my insurance even though I still use another pharmacy instead) called me several times last year, until I finally answered the call, asking the same thing. I told her and the pharmacist before, that I was told to take it as needed, for nerve pain, what might be a pinched nerve in my neck, and for the compressed nerves in my elbows and wrists. “Tennis elbow and carpal tunnel”. So I only take it when my hands and wrists wake me up because they hurt or go numb during the night. Then I take that med so those issues don’t wake me up and keep me up during the night. And when those issues stop bothering me, I stop taking that med. Whenever I’ve told a Doctor or pharmacist that that’s why I only take that med as needed, and not every day, they are good with that. But today, while she nodded when I explained why I only take it “as needed”, she said that it is also prescribed for other uses, to be taken regularly. IIRC from researching it before I started taking it, it is actually an antidepressant, but is prescribed for other off label uses. I don’t like going to the doctor, and I don’t like taking medicine, but at this point, I’m willing to do whatever I need to do, to make my stomach stop acting a fool.
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Post by giramomma on Mar 20, 2023 17:50:22 GMT -5
So. I have time now. There are some benefits.
Which is good. Because apparently I now have to look up all the make up DD1 uses to make sure there aren't PFAS chemicals in them. We already have to switch dry shampoo. (Note, to self, have to go and pick it up).
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Post by andi9899 on Mar 20, 2023 17:55:19 GMT -5
Trying to get through all the freezer leftovers, I can’t buy any more ice cream until I make room. So eating hodge-podge meals the last couple of days. I need to defrost my big freezer, but there's so much stuff in it. I'm trying to work through it too.
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Post by Pink Cashmere on Mar 20, 2023 18:18:04 GMT -5
Mister and I talked earlier on the phone and he said some things that confirmed for me that he’s not doing well with his Mom’s death, and he feels some type of way about his Dad regarding the last few months of his Mom’s life, and what he’s learned about his Dad during the last few months. I don’t say anything when he talks about that kind of stuff, I just listen, because I know that sometimes people aren’t talking about what’s bothering them, expecting you to offer opinions or a resolution….. sometimes people just talk because they want somebody to just really listen to them and acknowledge what they are saying, without judgement, just to have what they have and need to say, to be heard.
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Post by empress of self-improvement on Mar 20, 2023 18:44:50 GMT -5
Now I want blueberry muffins. Jordan Marsh recipe. I have the recipe. My great Aunt used to work there. 😁
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Post by countrygirl2 on Mar 20, 2023 18:45:23 GMT -5
I have had more trouble doing the rent application then buying the manufactured house! We had to apply for all 3 of us including DD who is disabled and $38 for each of us. She claimed I did not send the files right for income, bank accounts, and ID's. She said she got zip files. I said well, I have only pdf so don't know how you got those, must be your software?? So I attached them to an email and wouldn't you know, yep, she got those as PDF
They they can't verify hubs information. Apparently him not working in the US for 15 years and not buying anything in his name is a problem. Damn
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Post by Opti on Mar 20, 2023 18:52:35 GMT -5
Well that was no fun. Called the room my Dad is supposed to be in and got some lady who has her own version of reality. Even asked what state I was calling from as if that had any impact whatsoever on who I was trying to reach. She came up with special things including that I was asking for two phone numbers from my state, because I'd totally call a short term rehab in the midwest to get phone numbers in my state.
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Post by Pink Cashmere on Mar 20, 2023 19:11:02 GMT -5
It is obvious now that Mister is still in a mood, so Imma just take my ass to bed asap.
I understand why he’s in a mood, but I am not okay with him being an asshole. I’ve had a LOT of fucked up shit happen in my life, even though it’s not the same kind of shit Mister is dealing with right now, but even at my lowest point, I didn’t act ugly with the people I really cared about. The worst thing they can say about me during that time, is that I disappeared and did not return phone calls or show up when they invited me to things. I don’t know the pain of losing your Mother, because mine is still living, so I can only imagine how painful that must be, but I’ve had enough other painful shit in my life happen to believe and understand that being in pain is not a good excuse for hurting other people that have nothing to do with the pain you are dealing with.
His Mom’s death has nothing to do with me, but I understand why he is so angry with his Dad, and after asking some questions to figure out why, I understand why he is also angry with his Mom. I totally understand why he is angry with his Dad, and I kind of get why he is angry with his Mom after he explained it to me.
But none of that has anything to do with me. I know he has a lot of shit to sort out and make peace with, but none of it has to do with me and anything I’ve done, so I’m not willing to be the target of everything that upsets his nerves, when it’s things that have nothing to do with me or anything I’ve done.
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Post by steph08 on Mar 20, 2023 19:16:04 GMT -5
Now I want blueberry muffins. Jordan Marsh recipe. This is so weird. I have blueberries that I need to use and thought about making muffins, so I googled for a new recipe and have it in another Chrome tab. The recipe? Jordan Marsh!
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Post by The Walk of the Penguin Mich on Mar 20, 2023 19:24:42 GMT -5
It's about the size of a grape and it's under the skin on the right side. It doesn't move when I try manipulating it. She's not wincing or yelping. She's just looking at me like "what on earth are you doing?" ETA: She's an older dog, so I don’t know if that matters. She'll be 7 in May. Not old, but not exactly a puppy anymore. Harriet has one under her chin, it’s about the size of a grape. The vet measured it and the last few years it’s not gotten any larger. Vet doesn’t seem concerned, said it’s likely a fatty tumor. She had one removed when we got her because it was large and in a position where it was annoying. We are just taking the ‘wait and see’ but the vet is aware.
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Post by Pink Cashmere on Mar 20, 2023 19:46:53 GMT -5
A couple days ago, I sent DD 2 pics of the singer that came to Mister’s Mom’s funeral and to our house after the funeral. When I sent the pics, I said, isn’t he pretty? I thought about you every time I looked at him. DD said yes he’s pretty, I like dark skinned men with a pretty smile. And she said she liked his attire. Which was funny to me because my folks asked if he was “funny” because he had fitted jeans on, and I told them no, he probably dresses like that because he is a musician, and artists like him tend to not follow “the rules” about how they dress.
She asked for his name and said she might stalk him on FB, so don’t be surprised if he says my daughter has been stalking him. Then she said that he is too mature for the stage she is in her life, so never mind. That made me sad, because even as a single Mom with young children, like DD is right now, I still always felt that I was a prize that any man should appreciate having for a partner, and it hurt my heart that DD doesn’t feel that way about herself.
I understand her being honest with herself and other people, but I REALLY, REALLY want more for her than what she has accepted as her lot in life, and I KNOW she has it in her to to do so much more with her life than what she’s done so far.
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Post by CCL on Mar 20, 2023 20:02:36 GMT -5
A couple days ago, I sent DD 2 pics of the singer that came to Mister’s Mom’s funeral and to our house after the funeral. When I sent the pics, I said, isn’t he pretty? I thought about you every time I looked at him. DD said yes he’s pretty, I like dark skinned men with a pretty smile. And she said she liked his attire. Which was funny to me because my folks asked if he was “funny” because he had fitted jeans on, and I told them no, he probably dresses like that because he is a musician, and artists like him tend to not follow “the rules” about how they dress. She asked for his name and said she might stalk him on FB, so don’t be surprised if he says my daughter has been stalking him. Then she said that he is too mature for the stage she is in her life, so never mind. That made me sad, because even as a single Mom with young children, like DD is right now, I still always felt that I was a prize that any man should appreciate having for a partner, and it hurt my heart that DD doesn’t feel that way about herself. I understand her being honest with herself and other people, but I REALLY, REALLY want more for her than what she has accepted as her lot in life, and I KNOW she has it in her to to do so much more with her life than what she’s done so far. Are you sure that's what she meant? I would think "mature" means too old, not that she doesn't think enough of herself.
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Post by chiver78 on Mar 20, 2023 20:05:43 GMT -5
A couple days ago, I sent DD 2 pics of the singer that came to Mister’s Mom’s funeral and to our house after the funeral. When I sent the pics, I said, isn’t he pretty? I thought about you every time I looked at him. DD said yes he’s pretty, I like dark skinned men with a pretty smile. And she said she liked his attire. Which was funny to me because my folks asked if he was “funny” because he had fitted jeans on, and I told them no, he probably dresses like that because he is a musician, and artists like him tend to not follow “the rules” about how they dress. She asked for his name and said she might stalk him on FB, so don’t be surprised if he says my daughter has been stalking him. Then she said that he is too mature for the stage she is in her life, so never mind. That made me sad, because even as a single Mom with young children, like DD is right now, I still always felt that I was a prize that any man should appreciate having for a partner, and it hurt my heart that DD doesn’t feel that way about herself. I understand her being honest with herself and other people, but I REALLY, REALLY want more for her than what she has accepted as her lot in life, and I KNOW she has it in her to to do so much more with her life than what she’s done so far. things I wish I understood at T2's age, that I understand now - the right person at the wrong time, is still the wrong person. thank you(?) AZ for that lesson. sorry, back to T2. it doesn't sound (to me, anyway) like she's "accepted her lot in life" so much as she's still in her 20s and wants to have some fun. I had a lot of fun in my 20s, and came out on the other side to tell stories about it. maybe I should stop now, b/c y'all know how my 30s went with the bad decisions I made. but my 20s were still on the up and up.
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Post by NastyWoman on Mar 20, 2023 20:06:31 GMT -5
Now I want blueberry muffins. Jordan Marsh recipe. This is so weird. I have blueberries that I need to use and thought about making muffins, so I googled for a new recipe and have it in another Chrome tab. The recipe? Jordan Marsh! My house does smell really nice right now.
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Mar 20, 2023 20:13:02 GMT -5
Had a good day off. Lots of puppy play time and snuggles.
I made headway organizing the sun room. Took all Abbys Barbies and put them away. Turned that area into a place for all their arts and crafts.
I turned two earrings whose partners are missing into necklaces. Came out nice now I can enjoy them again.
Especially my pearl grape cluster from Boreno. I was devastated when I lost one. Now I can enjoy the remaining one a different way.
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Post by cooper88 on Mar 20, 2023 20:15:38 GMT -5
DH started ripping out our shower and found all kinds of damage behind the walls, beyond the scope of what he felt comfortable doing. A contractor just came out and took a look at it all and we're waiting on an estimate. We are entertaining ourselves guessing what the price will be.
And I couldn't agree more. The right person at the wrong time is still the wrong person. That was a hard life lesson for me.
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Post by steph08 on Mar 20, 2023 20:48:34 GMT -5
This is so weird. I have blueberries that I need to use and thought about making muffins, so I googled for a new recipe and have it in another Chrome tab. The recipe? Jordan Marsh! My house does smell really nice right now. Mine does, too! I hope they taste as good as they look!
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Post by cooper88 on Mar 20, 2023 20:56:33 GMT -5
I'm not sure who else has looked up this recipe, but I did and it's in my lineup.
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Post by Artemis Windsong on Mar 20, 2023 21:38:22 GMT -5
Sinus infection. Started last Wed. in the middle of the night. I spent 2.5 days in bed, missed the tennis tournament on Saturday. Coughing very bad at night. Lots of mucus. Monday morning do a covid test because I know they'd ask. H. had to help me with the self test. I get an appointment right away at 9:45 a.m.
Now it gets interesting. I was told to park by the dentist office, wait in the car after I called a certain number. The medical assistant came out. Then said doc wanted to see me. She took me in a back door. Not through the waiting room. I did have a mask on. I get a throat swab, ears checked, chest listened to. No strep or pneumonia. I get antibiotic for 10 days. Chewable blech. I need to drink lots of water. The doc was kind. Said he was sorry I was sick. Later that he hoped I'd get better soon. Soup would help me feel better.
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Post by teen persuasion on Mar 20, 2023 21:38:49 GMT -5
So what does it mean when you have a dream that you are trying to cook deviled eggs on a panini press and your husband insists that's not how they are made. You argue you can but it doesn't work so you rapidly throw them away so nobody finds out you were wrong. I think it means I need to read the paper with my antidepressant a little more closely. Made me think of the Peanuts Easter special when Marcy didn't know how to hard boil Easter eggs - she cooked them every other imaginable way, including on a waffle iron.
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Mar 20, 2023 21:45:08 GMT -5
DH gouged the side of our camping trailer while trying to park it, so it's in the shop. Our spring break is next week. I just booked a room at this place. It's near DD#1.
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Post by minnesotapaintlady on Mar 20, 2023 21:57:19 GMT -5
Not sure what the whole story is, but my barn reeks of skunk. I suspect the cat was either sprayed directly or just went after it and it sprayed in the barn somewhere. Either way, it's bad. You can actually taste it it's so strong. I feel bad for the animals because it's going to be awhile before that is better. I was just in there for a few minutes this morning and could smell it on my clothes all day at work. Gus has been stall bound for 2 weeks due to the farrier effing up his feet and even he wanted to go outside this afternoon.
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Post by toomuchreality on Mar 20, 2023 22:04:31 GMT -5
I can't believe we were taught this song in the late 50's as a campfire song in the boy scouts, probably just 13 yo. We didn't even know what it was about! 😯😳 And I thought it was bad that in elementary school, we were taught/sang a song about coffee... "C-O-F-F-E-E, coffee is not for me. It's a drink that people wake up with. That it makes them nervous, is no myth. C-O-F-F-E-E, coffee is not for me!" Heck, You got me beat, by a a LONG SHOT!
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 20, 2023 22:37:17 GMT -5
We are headed to the Sweet Sixteen! We upset Duke in Overtime. We stunk it up in the 2nd and 3rd quarters but brought our best game in the overtime. Now we get Caitlin Clark and Iowa on Friday in Seattle.
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Post by countrygirl2 on Mar 20, 2023 23:17:32 GMT -5
I found I forgot to take my duloxetine this morning and my other pills. We were in a hurry to go. So some I took and some I did not tonight as they cause me not to sleep. but now I know why I was so nervous and my anxiety was up today. I know my neurologist gave them to me for neuropathy but also anxiety. That's the main purpose, neuropathy is an offuse of the med.
Pink, if you have meds for anxiety take them, they will help all the time whether you think you need them or not. I know when I do, things don't stress me as bad. And yes, I can get horribly stressed. Right now I am because we are on a short timeframe and everything has to come together..
Oh wow, the cats are zooming through here, they have not been out today and likely won't be tomorrow.
I had a chicken in the sink sealed in a heavy plastic bag thankfully as one cat pulled it out of the sink and I heard it hit the floor. These guys are getting wild, they may have to stay outside and in the garage as wild as they are getting. They won't even eat people food so what is that about?
My essential tremor is getting some worse. I noticed myself shaking this morning when putting makeup on. It's not bad enough for meds but doc said it shouldn't progress to much till 85 or so. I'm afraid stress is affecting it also. So far its just my head and tonight I'm tired so its a bit worse. And I think I'm getting fever blisters in the top and bottom of the left front lip. Oh boy.
But I got my blood work back today and all was perfect. Cholesterol and everything, nexlizet is the perfect cholesterol med for me.
DD lost 4 more pounds, she is 125, perfect, I and they don't want her to lose anymore weight. I can't believe it but I'm telling her to eat. The NP said if she lost more they will cut the dose of her ozempic. She is off jardiance and this has been keeping her glucose readings as they should be. So we both are doing great. But DD is worrying about gaining weight, I told her don't worry, I will watch out for you and you need to eat a bit more. You can even have DQ more often. We were going to today on the way home but it was a long line in the drive through and I know at that time they were buying dinner, didn't want to wait an hour.
We ate at Qudoba today, it was really good and we brought the leftovers home and I heated them for a late snack awhile ago. Well, got to go to bed. I have to get up by 9 and with hubs gone have to wake myself up. I sleep through the alarm a lot of times. Maybe the kitties not being fed at 5AM or so, I may have an alarm clock early as hubs feeds them.
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