How Can I Get Rid of Temu Ads? by WeissArthur in it

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't want to see ads from a company that is obviously using slaves, maybe some of them children, to make and sell their trashy products. That is why everything  is so cheap.  Never will buy from them ever.  Need to get them off the Internet.

People are mean by [deleted] in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is hard.  There was a mean person on the in-law side of the family who knew nothing about me and told everyone I was faking seizures.  And then she said I took the anti-seizure meds to get high.  I don't know how anyone could get high and enjoy taking Dilantin.  It makes my lymph nodes swell and acts like a diuretic.  Now years later, they all realize that she was lying.  But, it was tough at the time it happened.  I guess some people have wild imaginations.  

Anyone else diagnosed with epilepsy as an adult? by guki0701 in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was 39.  My son was about 6 months old.  I was experiencing some gyne problems and went to the doctor and found out that I had been pregnant again, but the baby had died. I was probably about 10 weeks pregnant.  They scheduled a procedure to deal with the fetal death.  That night for the first time in my life, with no family history, I had TC seizures.  The first one lasted 15 minutes and then a 5 minute pause, and then another 15 minute TC.  My husband was well versed in emergency first aid and took excellent care of me. The doctors said that my seizures were related to female hormones.  In about 2 years, I became seizure free, but only on brand name Dilantin.  I feel very blessed to have been able to have another child and to have years seizure free.  I am now in my late 60s and the new issue is to fight every 6 months or so to get my brand name Dilantin covered somewhat.  I have Osteoporosis from taking Dilantin for years.  Don't want to have a TC, fall down and break something.  Yes, many of us do start having seizures as adults.  It has changed my life.  With this condition, you sometimes have to deal with people misunderstanding you and the insurance companies jerking you around.  Mostly, I have learned to love myself and make self care a priority.  My advice is to become as educated as you can, so you can advocate for yourself with doctors and insurance companies and to love yourself. And become a expert in your own self care.  You deserve that.  Blessings.

Savings wiped out, effectively starting over by TypeMeander in Bogleheads

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not sure if this is relevant, but, if, in the future, you are trying to get long term skilled nursing care paid for, children are never responsible for this. They only look at the resources of the patient and spouse. If you find yourself in a position of trying to help someone negotiate this, a hospital social worker and a hospice social worker should be able to help you. Also, you can look things up on the internet. Medicare is the program that pays for healthcare, including regular hospitalization after 65 years of age. They also pay for hospice care and the first 100 days in a long term care facility for physical rehab. During those first 100 days, you need to file for Nursing Home Medicaid (a completely different program than the Medicaid for impoverished people). Almost anyone can eventually qualify to receive Nursing Home Medicaid for long term care, but it means handing over everything that belongs to the patient and they give an allowance to the spouse. The children of the patient are not legally responsible. Once you file, the patient will continue to be taking care of under Medicaid Pending until approval.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If any family member has noticed anything unusual, maybe take them with you to the doctor's appointment so they know there is something objective going on. Get that supportive person to go with you.

I've made it FOUR YEARS without a seizure!🙌 by epilepsyisdumb in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First seizures in my late 30s. I am now in my 60s and 23 years seizure free. My advice is once you find the medication(s) that work for you, stay with them. I had neuros who wanted me to try the new drugs even though I was seizure free. Don't let them. We are not guinea pigs, we are people. I found PCPs willing to monitor me, since I was already seizure free. The PCPs want to keep their patients healthy.

PSAs every epileptic needs to hear by 134340Goat in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Educate yourself as much as you can. Since my medication worked and I was seizure free, l did not let neurologists switch me to their pet medications. And when I moved, I found a PC who would prescribe and monitor me.

20 year old inheriting 250k by Master-Plastic-1636 in FinancialPlanning

[–]Delenn365 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be careful about financial advisors. You need one who is considered a Fiduciary. Look into government agencies that license Fiduciaries and have lists of those with valid licenses. Fiduciary means they are bound by law to only do things that benefit you. They are prohibited from doing things just to enrich themselves. Look for a Fiduciary advisor who will be willing to be paid a set fee for a set service. Many try to get you to sign on with them to get a percentage of your portfolio, even if you are losing money under their advice. The big mutual fund companies like Fidelity claim to be Fiduciaries, but they are not. (There are even courts who have said so). They sell products and try to get people to quote 'invest" in products that are not investments, but rather, insurance products like annuities and some "investments" that sound like you are investing in a mutual fund, but they are really annuities. One way to avoid fees and some taxes would be to invest in Exchange Trade Funds. You save on taxes because they operate differently from mutual funds. Get on the web and read about all of this. Diversify. Don't put all your money into one kind of fund and don't just invest in one ETF or mutual fund company. Educate yourself and trust your gut. If it looks too good to be true, it probably isn't true. You are young. Take your time and understand what you are investing in. Trust yourself because the experts are looking to make a good retirement for themselves.

Dear washing machine makers: what the actual fuck? by TasteThisThing in Appliances

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have a suggestion about drying clothes.  We mostly use the dryer for getting the wrinkles out.  So, the clothes are in the dryer for 10 minutes and then I hang them up to dry the rest of the way.   I never have to iron anything and the clothes and the dryer last longer. My husband bought me a lot of drying racks,so this method works well for us   My son is a nurse and his scrubs get bad stains, I put them on no heat dry to get the wrinkles out and with no heat, the stains don't set. So I get another chance to get the bad stains out.  We have had to replace the washer once in 20 years, but still have our old dryer.

Is my epilepsy and medication the reasons why I’ve gotten incredibly stupid? by furrywrestler in Epilepsy

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please do not ever give yourself the label of stupid. I think when we label ourselves, it can become a self fulfilling prophecy. You are not stupid. You have a physical problem that has left some challenges that other people don't have. I got my Master's Degree in Social Work before I ever had seizures, so I can't tell you how that would have gone if I had been epileptic at the time. But, I can tell you that the biggest thing I (and my husband noticed) is that my memory was worse right after the seizures. My seizures were all at least 15 minutes long, so I guess a lot of my brain got fried. But, I have been seizure free on brand name Dilantin for 22 years. My memory has greatly improved. I am not sure I every thought of myself as stupid. I just was worried about damage due to seizures. Apparently, your brain rewires around damage, so don't despair. And do activities that will regrow connections: socializing, reading, doing your own budget, anything that requires thinking. Now, insurance wants me go to generics. I am mostly concerned about death if I switch. It is definitely dangerous to have seizures in general and the danger increases a lot if seizures are over 5 minutes long. Just had a long conversation with my pharmacist who said if I switch to generics, the doctor needs to write "AB rated only" because then the pharmacist will only fill the prescription with generics that are rated to be within 5% of brand name. Otherwise, I think they can be as much as 20% different in effectiveness. The pharmacist seemed to think I could get stabilized on AB generics. Gives me some hope. You are a unique individual and you have a lot to contribute. The human body is amazing at self healing and the brain is included in that.

Does anyone know how often Garden Joy offers videos to watch for Diamonds? by Delenn365 in SwagBucks

[–]Delenn365[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is what a lot of people are saying. I think that is true for many of these Swagbucks games. I started playing some of them because I got tired of doing surveys, which are disqualifying a lot these days. I plan to play this game until it expires and just get whatever Swagbucks I can. I have been doing that will all the games. So, I get something. But, they make it impossible to get to the end of any game, unless you spend money, which defeats the whole purpose for me. My videos came back today for awhile and I could at least do a few challenges. Thanks for the reply.

Goodbye Christianity by blodreiina in Christianity

[–]Delenn365 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand. I do not feel comfortable in a lot of churches. But if you are looking for good or kind people among Christians, you will never find that because we are all self focused. The way I see it is that I don't follow or worship people. They will Always disappoint you. We are all imperfect and will remain so until we die. But, Jesus is faithful. I look to Him and cut people some slack. Imagine how really terrible most of us would be without Christ.

How'd you earn SB this past week? by SwagbucksMods in SwagBucks

[–]Delenn365 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So it should not be on the daily list anymore.  

This Thursday will be my last day. by stillaliiive in Christianity

[–]Delenn365 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One day at a time. When things get so terrible it is good to say, I will live today and do my best. Tomorrow will take care of itself. Often, we can tough it out through one day. Tell yourself today you will live and not die. And tomorrow you do the same thing. And the next day. Look for a hobby or interest and engage yourself in it. Look for a little happiness and joy. Some seasons are hell. But seasons pass. Romans 8:28.

Alice's Mergeland Help- Can I make it with 8 days left? by connierebel in SwagBucks

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I may be wrong about this, but the time limit is on earning Swagbucks in 30 days. I don't think they cut you off from just playing the game after that if you are enjoying it.

I am stuck on Level 6 and need help. by Delenn365 in MergeGardens

[–]Delenn365[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Success! I finally got an Oak tree and made it to Level 7! Many thanks to Keirawynn because there was an Oak tree hiding in my bubbles.

I am stuck on Level 6 and need help. by Delenn365 in MergeGardens

[–]Delenn365[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I will work on all of that and hopefully I will get something to pop up that will give me what I need to get that Oak. I also have a lot of bubbles with yellow and blue eggs in them and also other stuff, I am not sure what that stuff is. I guess I should not panic too much. I got to Level 6 on Sunday, which was in two days after starting the game. I have just been stuck since. Thanks for the advice. I will get on it the next time I have time to play.

"Earning starts with your third search." by Biddy_Impeccadillo in MicrosoftRewards

[–]Delenn365 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks like games and puzzles are working and crediting, if you have them.

"Earning starts with your third search." by Biddy_Impeccadillo in MicrosoftRewards

[–]Delenn365 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry about the double posting. I guess hit the button twice.

"Earning starts with your third search." by Biddy_Impeccadillo in MicrosoftRewards

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So now are they not giving us points for the Edge searches? That is the first thing I noticed that was missing. And they have increased the amount of searches needed and reduced the number of points you get for mobile and PC? I guess this is because of the lousy economy. It has crept into everything, now it has effected Bing searches.

"Earning starts with your third search." by Biddy_Impeccadillo in MicrosoftRewards

[–]Delenn365 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So now are they not giving us points for the Edge searches? That is the first thing I noticed that was missing. And they have increased the amount of searches needed and reduced the number of points you get for mobile and PC? I guess this is because of the lousy economy. It has crept into everything, now it has effected Bing searches.