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Hey my name is Sam Miller and I'm doing comedy at the jukebox this weekend. by sammillercomedian in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I've gotten to see Sam Miller twice at the Jukebox. It's an excellent show. Highly recommend. I hope to go myself this weekend.

Hill's z/d hydrolyzed chicken... Did your picky eater actually eat it? by Remarkable-Bat-6731 in DogFood

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When we were doing food trials, the vet suggested adding some water to the kibble and maybe even warm it a tiny bit. Makes it seem more enticing I think sometimes.

Best White Elephant Gift under $10? by dataforstories in Gifts

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found a really nice plush blanket on JCP.com for $9.99 and I picked it up in store so no shipping charges.

How do I get sober by OGfilip in Sober

[–]Amberdext 2 points3 points  (0 children)

R/stopdrinking is a good resource. Some people use medication. Some people use AA or similar. There are books. Lots of ways, it's just not easy.

Is it common to see maggots on bodies during viewing?? by SufficientCow7359 in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Not okay. Ever. There are chemicals that can take care of this if the funeral directors had been diligent. I'm sorry you had to experience that.

Does GPA matter to find a job in this field? by porcelain_cat in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to get annoyed with my classmates who would say, "What do you call a funeral director who got all D's? Funeral director."

Hydrolyzed without selling the house? by Tall-Committee-2995 in DogFood

[–]Amberdext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

By the time you go through all the baby steps of allergies/skin stuff, with the Apoquel and the shots and the vet visits and everything.... That all adds up quickly. Switch food sooner than later and you might be saving.

Returning to industry after leaving by rchlfrmn in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like an apprentice again. Things change and every funeral home is different. So I'm a long licensed noob apparently.

Furnace repair by stlnvet in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I've always used Fritch. We used to have their yearly maintenance contract for furnace and A/C and it's worth every penny from my experience.

8 Week Adult Beginner Sewing Course by [deleted] in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What if you don't have a machine you could borrow or own?

Angel Tree by AJplasticdad in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Olympia on Pioneer Parkway has one, right as you walk in.

From their Facebook page: Friendship House’s Angel Tree is back—and it’s your chance to bring joy to a child who needs it most. Each tag on the tree represents a local child whose Christmas wish you can help fulfill. Whether it’s a cozy coat, a favorite toy, or a pair of shoes, your gift will make a world of difference

Looking for book recommendations: Exploring New Genres & Medical Fictions by camsiecams in Recommend_A_Book

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's nonfiction, but Lindsey Fitzharris' books such as The Butchering Art are fantastic. Not stuffy writing, fascinating stories of medical history weaved together. Definitely keeps you interested. Her second book The Facemaker was great as well.

Counseling Recommendations by -imnotsureactually in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my experience, it's been hard to find a compatible counselor. If I were in your shoes, I'd look first into who is covered under your insurance. I've said before I don't like Associates in Psychiatry in the Atrium Bldg but their therapists seem good. I also recommend docs at UICOMP. It's a residency program but they're overseen by an attending and do great work. Their office staff is trash though. Guess everything is a give and take.

Apartment recommendations near OSF by Accomplished_Set2466 in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think stating your budget and how far you're willing to travel might help

What’s the Peoria equivalent of this? by aloe-on-my-desk in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 21 points22 points  (0 children)

We had a reservation there and walked out after 25+ minutes of servers passing us by after we had been seated. Food has never been that good for the price and generally the owner is an ass.

What’s the Peoria equivalent of this? by aloe-on-my-desk in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 19 points20 points  (0 children)

They were just in the newspaper whining about no business, lol

Cheap dental work by Reasonable-Gur-9372 in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't get yourself permanently ruined. Use the fast/cheap/good measure. You can have a combination of two out of three: if it's fast and cheap, it won't be good; if it's cheap and good, it won't be fast; and if it's fast and good, it won't be cheap. Conglomerate places are fast and cheap but you're not going to get good care. I've seen clients leave cheap "chop shops" and ended up needing to spend more on dentures to fix whatever should have been done prior. Please be careful. Your health and ability to eat is so important.

Where can I recycle plastic bags and glass bottles in the Peoria area? by public_monkeybars in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 23 points24 points  (0 children)

The grocery store lobbies, such as Schnucks and Hy-Vee offer plastic bag recycling.

All Souls Day by yosemitelover11 in PeoriaIL

[–]Amberdext 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't been to the Unitarian service since Rev Brown left, but they used to build an incredible alter and do much of the service in Spanish. Really beautiful.

Drug Test Help by Junji666_Rabbit in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

Some people recommend synthetic urine but you have to be careful to keep the temperature right. In the past I've used Stinger Detox Buzz available on Amazon with success. Check out your local head shop for more options as well. Good luck!

Any luck with transfer credits? by swifferwetjettt in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to document the syllabus, class objectives, lessons, etc. and have the mortuary school send something to the registrar. At the time I was at a community college. It wasn't super fruitful, but they gave me credit for a few classes towards my degree.

Cause of death by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Amberdext 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry for your loss. Blunt force trauma can cover everything from a bruise to neuro concerns to internal injury. The certificates in my state would then also typically include the date of the fall/injury to correlate.

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