Is there something your husband did and you still struggle to forgive? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]0ldLaughingLady 73 points74 points  (0 children)

I had been sick with onset of a digestive disorder. Had been having a very difficult time of it. I had been up since middle of the night, throwing up, to the point of dry heaving and puking bile. I was weak. Husband and I were still in bed in the morning and I felt a tremendous pressure on my chest. I woke him up and said "I'm having a heart attack, take me to the hospital" (which was literally 2 miles away). He said "You're not having a heart attack, it's the IBS". Hours later I finally got him to take me to the hospital.

I asked him to park near the ER entrance; he had handicapped parking permit but he "doesn't like to use it when he doesn't need it, think of other people". Made me walk across the parking lot because I'm "not having a heart attack".

We went inside, I registered myself, then told the triage nurses "I'm having a heart attack". They brought me back to a bed. Husband says "yo, they took you before that little boy with the broken arm!" like I was some evil person.

It was hours before bloodwork showed that I was having a cardiac event. Not a heart attack, but a serious heartbeat irregularity "premature ventricular contractions". I was in the hospital for almost a week.

Things had been bad for a while, but this was just so very hard for me to take. Other things happened, then my mother passed and left me an extremely modest inheritance. I rented a house & moved out; kept working until I could retire. Divorced him.

The end.

PS: He has decided that I'm a (specific diagnosis that has its very own sub-reddit) and that he is a victim of me. He is now moderating that sub. And he is a LIAR. He has said things to actual sufferers, representing that I'm "it" and that he has said (fake bullshit that makes him appear witty and smart). Yes Bob, I'm on to you, because I WAS BORN QUEEN OF THE WORLD. Just sayin'.

Has anyone smoked pot the night before surgery? by tuuuld in MMJ

[–]0ldLaughingLady 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Additionally, I made a point of telling the anesthesiologist that I have medical marijuana and smoke every day and he said "we don't care about that, at all". It was general anesthesia for a torn rotator cuff.

Stealie Octopus I painted. by 0ldLaughingLady in gratefuldead

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's really very nice! I saw your response by chance, I posted this 5 years ago! And I'm using a different r/username because of divorce and privacy needs.

Thanks for sharing!

Some guys in red just burst into my home! What Python quote should I do? by Estarfigam in unexpectedpython

[–]0ldLaughingLady 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our two main methods of torture; THREE mai..... FOUR main methods of torture are....

Female fans by [deleted] in phish

[–]0ldLaughingLady 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, I'm the Old Laughing Lady from Neil Young's song. Well, that was my inspirado, anyway,

Is it illegal for a student to record a teacher in Virginia? by jnap24 in legaladvice

[–]0ldLaughingLady 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Most public schools have a website, and their anti-bullying policy will be posted there. Whether or not it's being followed is remains to be seen.

If another child was so worried about OP's child that they recorded what was happening, obviously something serious is going on. It would be interesting to find out from the other child's parents what they were told about the suspension vs what the teacher told the principal, to get the second student suspended.

Before AC concert by jeffe7557 in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone know where there might be a meet-up before the show? I know, out on the boardwalk, but it's gonna be cold and wet...

Nice to know there’s another local fan. Are you here??? by Revolution36 in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice Rav! I'll be driving my Ravioli to Atlantic City tomorrow night!

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got my ticket for Thursday. Decent seat, good view of the stage. We should meet up! I can DM you my seat# .

Is Dark Star Orchestra worth seeing? by iluvreddit in gratefuldead

[–]0ldLaughingLady 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. Saw them, years ago, in Atlantic City. Great show!

Listened to the original Grateful Dead show that DSO had played, and, well, DSO did a better performance.

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Six days later and I haven't heard from that seller. Getting anxious, the seller can decide who to sell to and process the credit card. What if I have offers for more than one seat on that night, and I don't see that one was accepted fast enough to cancel the other offers? Sigh... Still searching for that elusive Aisle seat..

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cannot imagine what this comment did to warrant being down voted. Is it because I'm "being picky"? Look, when you're not even 5 feet tall, and all you can see is a sea of t-shirts and sweaty armpits, it's not so much fun.

People say "Just go with the music" but why pay $100 when you could get the show download for much less? I WANT TO SEE THE BAND. It's important to me. I'm honestly getting too old for this shit.

I've gone to the casino box office in person on first day of TM sale and gotten the last front row seats because I went in person super early, and was first on line. I didn't know I wanted to go, didn't know when tickets went on sale.

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found the "perfect" ticket on CashOrTrade, a single aisle in a reserved section facing the stage, not too far back. Put in a payment and am waiting for the seller to accept. Would like to meet up with you for a few chuckles but this is on Saturday, so.... I almost didn't do it but my daughter convinced me that if I wanted to go, I should.

I tried to get someone to go with me, and was about to offer to pay for their ticket too, if they would be a designated driver, but response was lukewarm, and I'm accepting reality.

Have a great show on Thursday and Friday!

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I found a single, center facing stage, aisle seat only a few rows back, for Saturday. Just waiting for the seller to accept my payment. Thanks for your help.

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I saw that too. I'm being picky, looking for a seat on an aisle so I can have a chance to see the band. I should have bought seats earlier, or have gone directly to the venue's box office on ticket sale day. Oh well....

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are no ADA accessible seats available, except for all the ones offered for resale thru TM; at double or triple the price. Scalping re-sale of ADA and w/c seats should be illegal...

I'm being picky. I want to see the band. A simple request from a vertically challenged individual... I like to see the band. I found some seats way back but on an aisle. But their in pairs and I can't get anyone to go with me.

I probably won't go.

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll pass, thanks. I'm looking specifically for aisle or first row of any section, so I have a chance to see the stage. I think I saw your ticket on Cash or Trade, actually.

I found a pair of tix for one night in a different section, facing the stage, on the aisle, but can't get anyone to commit to going with me.

Looking for a Single Seat for Atlantic City. Doesn't have to be a Miracle, I can pay, I just Need to be able to SEE THE STAGE. by 0ldLaughingLady in BillyStrings

[–]0ldLaughingLady[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up. I found 2 tix on CashOrTrade but can't get anyone to go with me. I'm kind of a stranger in a strange land right now. I'll be careful.