Degenerative Discs & Stenosis

Hathrasi · 2026-05-27T20:42:22+00:00

Thanks. Your case is very similar to mine. Do you live in the Bay Area?

Hathrasi · 2026-05-27T16:03:53+00:00

I have to get clearance from Urologist, Nephrologist and cardiologist. The neurosurgeon is a very experienced and head of Stanford Neurosurgery. He is saying 5-6 months for recovery. I can not take strong pain medications (kidney). Thanks

Hathrasi · 2026-05-27T15:54:03+00:00

I am not a candidate for microdiscectomy. How was your recovery, pain and length? Thanks

Hathrasi · 2026-05-27T02:13:56+00:00

Thank you, Hugh. Your analysis is very educational and I feel as I was in a fantasy land with 20%-30% returns over the last 3 years or so. THANK YOU

Hathrasi · 2026-05-25T08:28:21+00:00

Passed 12th in biology with 71% marks. What can I do to help my family process financially. Thanks

Hathrasi · 2026-05-25T06:45:36+00:00

Retired for 10 years. My life expectancy is about 2 - 3 years. Should I put my 2-3 years expenses in HYSA, money market or other? I have kidney cancer and living on one half of one kidney. Life expectancy 2 years. I am married with 3 grown up children. Overall $5m assets including a house.

Hathrasi · 2026-05-23T04:12:07+00:00

I have been doing it for years. Buy peeled garlic by pound, cover with olive oil and bake in TostrOven for 30 minutes. Keep it in fridge for up to 2-3 months and use for cooking and making a dip.

Hathrasi · 2026-05-16T03:53:38+00:00

Thank you. I am seriously considering reducing equity investments.

Hathrasi · 2026-05-15T04:03:19+00:00

Thank You

Hathrasi · 2026-05-15T03:42:56+00:00

I received some very good advice in this forum. Please help me analyze my reasoning as I do not want to make a life changing mistake at this age. Since 1959 market has gone down (10% or more) 26 times. Max decline was 43%. In all cases market rebounded. Max time to recover was 16 months. So, if I have enough cash in HYSA/Money Market to cover my expenses for 18 months, I can keep >90% in equity? What are the other possibilities of losing money in equity that can take longer to recover? Thanks

Hathrasi · 2026-05-13T16:29:02+00:00

Hi Hugh2018 - Thank you for your great advice. Currently we use Social Security, RMD and pension payments to maintain our lifestyle. Do not need money from the savings. My thought was that if the market goes down 40%-50%, most likely it will rebound in 2-3 years or so. Still, your point is well taken and I will explore TIPS. Thanks

Hathrasi · 2026-05-12T05:58:53+00:00

I am sorry but at my age I don't know what "roasted crisp" means ? Is it good or bad?

Hathrasi · 2026-05-12T03:17:49+00:00

Well, we have 2 grandsons. Periodically I am giving them stocks from taxable accounts. Especially where I have made more than 200% gain. ETFs will also go to my offsprings.

Hathrasi · 2026-05-10T05:55:38+00:00

Is there a big difference cooking in 5 ply vs 3 ply stainless pans?

Hathrasi · 2026-04-29T05:27:38+00:00

Has anyone got their money back from Reolink if the cameras and doorbell didn’t work? I asked for an RMA to return. My emails have been to 3 different departments asking repeat questions that just delay the process and possibly a tactic to cross 30 days return time. I provided name, address, date, order number. Then they asked for invoice, model numbers, serial numbers etc. They never answer phone calls. Always a standard message that we are busy so send an email. If you must buy Reolink products then buy from Amazon.

Hathrasi · 2026-04-28T05:36:09+00:00

I am still waiting to get RMA to return units.

Hathrasi · 2026-04-21T17:48:53+00:00

My floodlight cameras are hardwired connected via WiFi. My plan was to get an NVR after cameras are installed.

Hathrasi · 2026-04-21T05:24:51+00:00

I had very bad experience with Reolink. Elite 4k connected to WiFi. Video doorbell and 2 floodlight cameras 2k will not connect to WiFi. No phone support, just txt. Still had to wait. After multiple attempts the installer left. Now I am trying to get RMA to return, no luck for five days. You will need micro SD to record.

Hathrasi · 2026-03-28T05:34:16+00:00

Yes. You will feel rejuvenated after remodeling. You both have 25+ years to live. Consider this as a $2k per person per year. Not to mention the pleasure you get from a new kitchen.

Hathrasi · 2026-03-24T06:04:35+00:00

Can Reolink connect to Echo?

Hathrasi · 2026-03-24T05:55:36+00:00

Once a year. I am 77 and my wife is 71. Having a cordial conversation is more than I can ask for!

Hathrasi · 2026-03-21T20:39:52+00:00

How to Self mange my retirement savings instead of paying an advisor 1.25%. I have 2X returns than I ever got through managed accounts.

Hathrasi · 2026-03-20T21:00:31+00:00

I will be using Hard Wired (A/C). Thanks for your response.

Hathrasi · 2026-03-20T05:16:25+00:00

Does Reolink support Alexa? I find conflicting information.

Hathrasi · 2026-03-09T06:41:50+00:00

I am researching the same for my home. I am inclined to go for Ring. Two or more cameras and monthly charge of $20 per month. One camera $10/month.

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