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Sage

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 11:16 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks Meridian, and welcome!

1. I'm not very strong today. I NEED meds for this depression and anxiety. Saw a doctor today who had to evaluate me for the fibro, so I can get medical and $ help from the state. He gave me a prescription for Paxil, but I have no money to get it filled, so I have to wait to see if I get the medical benefits. I must say, this makes me scared. There is good possiblility I could be denied. I'm trying real hard to stay positive and lean on God for my needs, but you know what? Sometimes I'm just too overwhelmed by grief to be strong.

Squaredsc

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 11:34 am EditMoveDeleteIP
sage, i work for social security admin and if you have any ques about filing for disability or about medicare you can email me and i would be happy to help in any way that i can and if i don't know the answer i can point you in the right direction. my addy is in my profile.

Gidget

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 11:55 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Sage did you tell the doctor you could not get the Rx filled? I'm just thinking there might be a chance he can get you going for a few weeks on samples. You made the right move asking for help. This is not the time to try to be heroic.

Squaredsc are there any short term or interim benefits for people waiting to be approved. Any ideas how someone can get meds they need?

Squaredsc

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 11:59 am EditMoveDeleteIP
gidget, unfortunately to qualify for medicare you have to have been disabled for 24 months. but there may be some state assistance but im really not sure. im going to check out their site to see if there's anything i can find out.

Squaredsc

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 12:06 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
sage here is a link to the medicare website an this is regarding prescription drug and other assistance programs:

link


and this one is the main page:

medicare.gov

hope this helps.

Sage

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 12:29 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Square and Gidget, thanks for your help. I told the doc I didn't have any money. They were all out of samples. I have an option of going to the Crisis Response Center here, locally, and maybe they can help out. I've applied for Supplemental Security Insurance, and that is a long process. I have not worked enough hours in my life time to qualify for disability. I've spent most of my life staying at home and raising my kids. Then I got the is fibro crap, and well, you know. I'm just on overload, and feeling rather doom and gloomish if you know what I mean. My sil has offered to help out with the meds until my benefits come through, if they do. Thanks so much.

Squaredsc

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 12:49 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
yw sage and you're right the ssi process is long unfortunately. and unfortunately im more familiar with the disability side of things. but im always here if you need any further assistance.

Reader234

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 03:00 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
{{sage}} keep trying!!

WELCOME Meridan!! Thank you for your encouragement!!

If your a tv aholic there are plenty of tv sites that we discuss the shows - right now I'm addicted to Starting Over, its a real reality show about women trying to "start over" from various problems in their lives!!

Reader234

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 03:06 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. DS was there waiting for me, the dentist (#! family guy, wonderful formely of Boston, former hockey player, easy to relate with!!) finished the root canals, another $200

2. He sent us back to the specialist #2, to finish the job, ds had a broken upper jaw, and this pediatric dentist reimplanted the 4 teeth, and then put a brace on it. I had hoped one dentist, one cost, but alas, its not meant to be. This guy we owe $400 so far.

3. The Boston dentist, sat down and was very sympathetic when I went into shock about the money. And just reminded me it truly is a miracle everything is healing so fantastic.

4. DS is trying out for the swim team, and wants to switch to Diving. Then last night we sat and watched the Greg Luganis Story on A&E. What a tremendous athlete (muscles!!) what a horribly sad story.

5. DS wants to try out for the pit orchestra for the Winter Musical - Joeseph. I love that musical!!

6. DS has to read Taming of the Shrew, so I went and bought the Cliff notes for him. We talked about why cliff notes MAY help him raise the D - but he has to READ the books!! And then WRITE what he is assigned.

7. DS is an awesome kid!

8. DD is feeding her guinea pigs

9. I need to clean the guinea pig cages.

10. I want to see the movie, Under the Tuscan Sun, but cant find anyone to go with me!!

Hippyt

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 03:12 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1) So,I wanted to go see Seussical The Musical,but I have no money for tickets. So,today I brought it up to my Mom. Now,she's buying tickets for all of us! I love Mom!

Denecee

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 03:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I have a headache the size of Texas.

2. I think I have a headache the size of Texas because I have not had any coffee today.

Ddr1135

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 04:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I tend to be a relaxed, very layed back person who doesn't let things bother me. Today wasn't one of them. I'm so ready for this day to end.

2. Today has been a day of a lot of monthly pain and I'm really really getting tired of it. Maybe next time gyn mentions the "h" word, I'll agree.

3. Since I'm in a crappy mood, I'm not cooking and have decided we're having the Monday Special 1 topping large pizza at Pizza Hut for $6.99 and I'm just waiting 20 minutes to go pick up supper.

Schoolmarm

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 04:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. My favorite remedy for cramps is "Orudis KT". This is Ketoprofin and it is in a different drug class than tylenal or advil. It will also knock out a tension headache. I used to have a prescription for 4 times the over the counter dose, but most of the time the over the counter dose (12.5 mg) works really well. OK, I'm done "pushing" drugs!

2. I finally have my energy back after the ear infection/virus thing. Sheesh, two weeks of low energy is enough.

3. I ate at the McDonald's drive through again tonight. This is getting back into a very unhealthy, bad habit.

4. Today was a GORGEOUS and warm day here in NW PA....too bad I was inside for most of it!

Happy Monday, everyone!

Froggiegirl621

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 05:11 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Today was also a beautiful day in NE PA as well...got up to 77, and is supposed to be 72 tomorrow.

2. The BF is in Texas until Friday and I'm being lazy, did nothing but read, watch tv, and hang out at TVCH today.

3. I've had a horrible pain in my hip these past few days, not sure what I did, but I hope it goes away soon.

4. Finding Nemo comes out on DVD tomorrow and I'm so excited to see it! I'll be at the video store first thing in the morning to make sure I get my copy!

5. Average Joe starts tonight and I can't wait to see how this one pans out...reality tv is too addicting!

Kealoha

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 05:50 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. This is my first time posting in this thread.

2. I agree, the weather was absolutely lovely today in NJ.

3. I have a dentist appointment tomorrow.

4. I finally like my dd's choice for a boyfriend.

5. I will be watching Las Vegas tonight and Average Joe as well.

6. Trying to find a picture to post in the Photo thread.

Reader234

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 07:13 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Welcome Kealoha!!

2. I'm wondering what your screen name means.

3. I love the bird in your profile

4. I hope the dentist appt goes well for you

5. I was overwhelmed with the information in the ABC special DaVinci, Mary, Jesus... wait, in a complete Irish accent... say Mary Jesus DaVinci... Very intriguing concept. What if... what if the males centuries ago could've accepted women as leaders... can you imagine what a wonderful world it couldve been... it seems to me Jesus tried.

Yankee_In_Ca

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 08:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I don't know Sage, but I've been thinking of her lots today and sending her good wishes.

2. Today was a beautiful, blue-skies, cold fall day in Vancouver. I heard it was very warm in my hometown "back east."

3. I have been so tempted to post a photo in the Photos thread, but I cherish my anonymity too much, I think. I'm too paranoid about posting my photo on the internet, even if it is this site, for some reason.

4. I made a delicious puttanesca/scallops dinner tonight ... just for myself!

5. I can't cook for other people because I get too nervous that I'm going to embarrass myself. So I tell everyone I can't cook. But whenever I'm alone, I end up cooking these great meals. And I think, "I can cook." But then the cycle starts all over again and I decide I can't cook for anyone. Which is weird, cause I'm usually very confident in other areas of my life.

6. I'm taking my dog to flyball this weekend for the first time. I think my ball-obsessed JRT will like it, but maybe he'll just want to play with the other dogs. Who knows?! I really enjoy spending quality time with my dog -- exercising him and his mind.

Spygirl

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 08:48 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I have a headache.

2. Today was a terrible day

3. Tomorrow promises to be worse.

4. We let a secretary go Friday and the students are upset.

5. One may have to be suspended tomorrow for the reaction that he had today.

6. I had a wonderful date yesterday.

7. That is the only thing that is making me smile today.

Sage

Monday, November 03, 2003 - 09:35 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I'm so touched by the outpouring of love and concern from my family here at TVCH.

2. Yankee's comment especially touched me. Thank you.

3. I hope Spy's day tomorrow isn't as bad as she thinks its going to be.

4. I've been thinking about Spy and her dating adventures, and am very happy for her.

5. I'm so happy to be living with my brother and his wife.

6. She has MS and isn't doing very well with it right now. They don't eat very well, as she isn't able to cook much, so I offered to help with some cooking for them, and freeze their food. It makes me feel good to be able to contribute something.

7. I'm also very happy to be at home again, using this computer. I was the official computer manager for this puter, and its got all that I want on it.

8. I've been thinking about and coming up with several ideas for ways I can earn some money. I think this is a good thing, as it shows I'm looking ahead and not giving up on life.

Texannie

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 06:10 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Today is my baby boy's 14th birthday!
2. Can't believe it, where did the time go?
3. My mom should be here to help us celebate!!
4. We are going to his favorite restaurant to celebrate.
5. His party is Saturday...9 boys sleeping over..what was I thinking?
6. This is hard, should have waited for 2 more posts!
7. It is so very hot and humid here today.
8. I have got a mountain of laundry to do today, but am feeling very chilled.
9. I don't post often in this thread, but really enjoy reading about everyone's lives.

Secretsmile

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 06:38 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Today is election day, I worked on a campaign for a friend running for city council. It's nerve wracking to wait for results when it's personal.

2. I have to order more place settings to match our dishes since our Thanksgiving guest list just jumped to 20.

3. I have a new stove so I'm resisting the temptation to bake goodies just because I can. Our old oven wasn't on the blitz that long, but something about a new one begs for use.

4. I'm crocheting a boa type scarf for my son's girlfriend, I made some last year for my daughter and her friends, so I thought it would be nice for her too. It's very funky.

5. I'm working on having short hair, I got about 6 inches cut off a few months ago and yesterday I had them take the same about off. Now it's just touching my shoulders. I miss being able to put it up in a twist but I like the look.

6. I should feel guilty, but I was glad when I called my mother this morning and got her answering machine. I like when she's out and about, she tends to sit and wait for us kids to call. A plus is I didn't have to hear about what laundry she's done today and what laundry she has left to do. LOL!

7. I'm giving serious thought to looking for a job, now that the kids are gone, there isn't enough to do around the house all day and I get bored.

8. Since my husband and I went to the concert, I've been listening to Simon and Garfunkel constantly. Finally my husband bought me another of their cd's so he could hear some different songs.

9. My son and I beat the new nintendo game I bought and I'm sad rather than happy. I loved doing something with him each evening, even though we tended to yell and get rowdy.

10. Phew! Finally number 10, thought I'd never get here. I think I'm going to get into a big project this winter, like refinish all my downstairs woodwork. I talked it over with my husband and he may let go of control, he's thinking about it, LOL!

Spygirl

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 07:43 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Good morning! My headache is 99% gone :)

Sia

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 09:58 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. I haven't voted yet today, but I will.

2. Last night I ordered my kids' toys for Christmas from Amazon. Daughter wants "Mommy's Little Patient" and son is on a Beyblade kick.

Meridian

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 10:10 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. Reader234: women were once revered as strong and powerful leaders. Depending on which version of "history" you read (since 99% of history is written by the victor). Because men fear losing their power, they have spent the majority of their lives torturing, killing, suppressing, oppressing, and repressing women. Past evidence bears this out, e.g. the early conversion of the pagans in Europe, the rewriting of the Bible, the numerous Papal Bulls issued to eclipse women's rights, the Spanish Inquisition, the Salem Witch Trials, etc.
Since I missed the show, I don't know how much was illustrated about the life of Mary Magdalene. I do know that it was far easier to paint her as a courtesan than a competent, intelligent, equal partner of Jesus.
2. Spygirl, I sincerely hope that today isn't as bad as predicted and that your headache clears.
3. Secret, I'm sure your hair looks lovely. Cutting off so much at once is certainly dramatic, yet, it frees you. Simon and Garfunkel are terrific! Keep listening!

Denecee

Tuesday, November 04, 2003 - 10:23 am EditMoveDeleteIP
1. DD made it safely back from Seaside, where her leadership class went for the weekend.
2. I tried to quit drinking coffee yesterday and I got a big fat headache.
3. Today I'm drinking my coffee.
4. Trying hard not to be so darn depressed because it's not like me to be a downer.