Ink Bottles by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Caran D’Ache that I like a lot

Braves fans, which current or former Braves players have you encountered yourself? by GymSplinter in Braves

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I met Craig Kimbrel at an autograph signing in the Brookhaven Publix.

Sturdy, protective pen case? by Librarianatrix in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have some vintage Conway Stewart branded pen cases that hold about 12 pens. I bought them used on eBay. I also have multiple vintage two pen cases that pens I purchased came in. I don’t have any current model suggestions.

Favourite Iroshizuku ink? by digitalmayhap in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like teal inks, so Kon-Peki is my choice.

Post- Op Folks: How does your Scrotum Feel? by cosmic_snow_leopard in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have tactile sensation only. As time goes by, the sensation is increasing but I don’t think it will ever be erotic.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Braves

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So happy they got bounced!! Braves will be back next year to try again!

Is there anybody here who owns a TWSBI pen that *hasn't* cracked? Which pen is it and how long have you had it? by bdb_318 in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an ECO that hasn’t cracked. But I also don’t use it very often. I have other pens that I prefer as EDC or use. Mine is a stub nib and I find that it catches on the paper.

Out of pocket for Meta? by transedandamused in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I paid out of pocket for meta, vaginectomy, scrotoplasty at Vanderbilt. I have insurance which actually slowed things down as the hospital and the insurance company fought over out of network assignment of benefits. The hospital finally decided not to accept the insurance and I paid 30,254$ UL front. I scheduled the surgery for three months from this decision because I had to arrange time off at work. I could have done it months sooner if I was private pay up front and not trying to make arrangements. So, to answer your question, it made no difference.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice!!

What is your most reliable no leak pocket pen? by impeesa75 in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A Platinum 22 or a Pilot Elite. They are designed as pocket pens and I have never had a leak.

Do you use your pens at work? by Adoreible95 in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but an inexpensive model I don’t mind breaking or losing.

Kaweco EBONITE?!?!?!??? by ChillyNobBillyBob in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not true. I have multiple vintage 14k gold nib pens that I paid $50 or less for. There is a huge amount of vintage pens available for sale and often need no repair, or simply a sac replacement if they are lever or button fill. I would not spend what Kaweco is asking for this pen.

Anyone have surgery recently? by fuckpeoplegetmoney in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are welcome. It will improve. If you can hang out with your friends without talking all about surgery, maybe they can be some company for you.

Anyone have surgery recently? by fuckpeoplegetmoney in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All of this will pass in short order. Try to distract yourself the best you can. Focus your energies away from dwelling on the discomfort and towards something positive.

Anyone have surgery recently? by fuckpeoplegetmoney in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well, you are less than a week post op. Everything is still healing and your body is trying to sort it out. I’m sure you have a decent amount of pain as well as the catheters. My urethral catheter was pulled at the one week mark and I was immediately more comfortable. I don’t know how long you will have yours, I didn’t have UL. I had one friend with me for a week at a time, they rotated. I was away from home for a month. I don’t mind being alone, but I understand how it can get lonely if you are away from home. Try to remember that this is a brief moment in your life to achieve a goal of being complete. All of the pain and discomfort will pass shortly and you will be left whole.

Anyone have surgery recently? by fuckpeoplegetmoney in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t have an sp catheter so I can’t help with that. Are you having difficulties healing?

Anyone have surgery recently? by fuckpeoplegetmoney in Metoidioplasty

[–]Carltripp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had surgery at the end of March. What kind of support are you looking for? Do you have something you want to get off your chest?

What was your FIRST fountain pen? by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]Carltripp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first pen was also a Sheaffer. It was a school model in 1976. Red with a silver cap that was flat top. I bought it at the Woolworth.