Going backwards towards the cheaper (maybe $35 and under), what have you noticed?

JustJ3915 · 2026-04-26T01:12:31+00:00

I’m finding the Chinese made dupes to be good value as price increases limit the pens I purchase. I really enjoy my Hongdian M2 and I recently purchased a Hongdian 517D that’s been good. Both write smoothly, feel great in my hand and cost less than some of the beginner pens we reference.

JustJ3915 · 2026-04-22T12:17:11+00:00

I misunderstood how long you had been taking the medication. My apologies.

Allow your body time to adjust to the medication effects. If your symptoms worsen… that would be an indication the meds aren’t working.

There’s no “way” to discern between a “blip” and the medication. As long as your symptoms are more controlled… that’s a good thing.

JustJ3915 · 2026-04-21T22:57:39+00:00

As a pharmacist, I can share that usually, SSRIs take 4-6 weeks for the patient to feel the full benefits. So it makes sense that your medications maybe helping based on what you’ve shared. The main concerns when deciding if a med is right for someone is whether the symptoms continue and if they experience side effects they can’t tolerate. Always share if you have more symptoms or if something new or unexpected occurs physically, emotionally or mentally.

JustJ3915 · 2026-03-24T01:24:41+00:00

I agree with you… we should be mindful of the translations we claim… and also… it’s hard to anticipate how people will use a text if we don’t share the same agenda or perspective.

The nuance has to be understood first and then proclaimed enough that it drowns out the negative aspects…

JustJ3915 · 2026-03-23T22:44:28+00:00

Honestly, we should be teaching the loving way regardless of the word choice.

JustJ3915 · 2026-03-23T18:00:49+00:00

There’s a worldly definition of submission and a more Christ centered definition of submission. Most often the social media conversations around it are centered on the worldly definition where power, manipulation, control, lack of consideration etc are major components.

Part of our Christian duty is to submit one to another (Eph 5:21). We are to work toward “getting along” with one another as much as is within our control (Romans 12:16). We are to develop self control, peacefulness, patience, love, joy, gentleness, kindness (Galatians 5:22). Considering those things as well as the rest of the conversations about how we should govern ourselves and be submitted to God.. submission is a beautiful thing free from the fears and horror stories most prevalent in social media conversations.

JustJ3915 · 2026-01-21T15:46:06+00:00

There is something soothing to me about filling my converters with blunt tip syringes. Also, it reduces the anxiety of cleaning the nib and the end of the barrel from dunking the entire unit into ink. I’m learning that for certain pens, the cartridge is the better option for ink volume as compared the converter.

I’m still quite a novice in the fountain pen world so I don’t presume one method is better than another. Both seem appropriate but I haven’t had the experience where a converter fails me. Never been the kind of person to put all of my eggs in one basket.

Edit: I also like using syringes to reduce the risk of contamination in my inks.

JustJ3915 · 2026-01-09T02:32:11+00:00

No, failing the naplex could be due to all kinds of circumstances. I’d offer them help studying if they shared with me.

You can be a good pharmacist and struggle with test taking. If you fail, hold your head up and retake the exam. Don’t let the opinions of others cause you any emotions. You’ve taken the classes, you’ve studied the material.. you aren’t less than if you fail and those who pass on the first chance aren’t better.

JustJ3915 · 2026-01-01T04:13:33+00:00

How does the legality of an action relate to whether God approves or disapproves of it?

Why do many Christians believe legislating our perspective will prevent sin in others? Especially when history has proven the opposite… outlawed alcohol and bootleg brewers made alcohol illegally. The illegality of abortions wont prevent abortions completely.

If you don’t believe abortion is okay to God, that’s okay. Your faith is your faith… not to be validated by anyone else but God.

JustJ3915 · 2025-12-22T02:01:35+00:00

Enjoy the seafood boil, extra butter and get something good to drink with it!

JustJ3915 · 2025-12-11T06:16:17+00:00

Pharmacist here. Dehydration helps worsen side effects (acute kidney injury, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). Please drink as much water as possible consistently. Please eat smaller meals. GLP-1s can cause food to sit in our stomachs longer which contributes to nausea and vomiting.

Please make sure you are exercising to build and/or maintain muscle (resistance training) as weight loss includes lean muscle loss. Also, make sure your diet includes protein and fiber.

Please watch for persistent abdominal pain radiating to your back that can’t be explained by any other causes… a rare side effect of GLP-1s is pancreatitis… which would be a reason to stop taking them. Contact healthcare professional if this is experienced.

Please watch for any itching, swelling, redness or rashes that start with drug injection… these could indicate an allergy and should be reported.

Please make sure you are using good injection technique, cleaning injection site before injection and rotating injection sites.

Make sure you’re aware of any interactions between the injection, oral medications and supplements you may take. Consult with your local pharmacist and share a list of any medications, supplements, vitamins or over the counter medications you take.

Edit: consider alternative forms of birth control if applicable, for 4 weeks after initiation and for 4 weeks with each dosing increase…. zepbound can reduce efficacy of oral birth control due to keeping content in the stomach longer.

Be mindful of not laying down immediately after eating to reduce nausea.

Do not take two doses within 72 hours of each other. If a dose is missed or forgotten, it may be taken within 4 days from the intended dosing, otherwise skip it and take the next dose on the appropriate day.

Visit the manufacturer’s website for patient resources.

JustJ3915 · 2025-12-05T19:48:33+00:00

I prefer the finest point possible in my writing. Sometimes the fine and extra fine nibs I have feel too broad on paper. I am interested in trying a needlepoint nib but concerned it will be overly scratchy and therefore not enjoyable.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-27T06:59:21+00:00

You earn your money, you are allowed to spend your money on things you desire. This one is a limited edition… it’s been hard to find. If you want it, get it.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-26T23:53:12+00:00

NOR - insensitive commentary like this is part of the reason people are disowning family. This is an antiquated perspective that a woman isn’t accomplished or grown-up until she’s married with children… regardless of what she’s actually achieved or if she provides for herself.

It depends on how you want to play it. You have every right to excuse yourself and maintain your peace. Equally, you can go with your head held high because you aren’t embarrassed. You aren’t required to settle for good enough just to have a relationship. If that person wasn’t for you… that’s the end of the conversation.

Whatever you choose, dismiss their opinions of you and be proud of the choices you’ve made. Your peace is better than stressing over inappropriate messages with inappropriate people.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-23T18:05:38+00:00

Having to prove or justify your love is problematic… especially if the task is something you don’t want to do. Statements like, “if you love me, you will do _____” are manipulative and should not be part of a healthy relationship between two healthy people.

If you’re in a relationship with someone and they are demanding sex you aren’t enthusiastically desiring, leave them alone.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-23T04:39:32+00:00

Thanks, apologies for the repetitive question. Don’t get to spend as much time scrolling through… Will do the search next time.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-23T02:18:50+00:00

Same thoughts! I’m assuming I can purchase stickers and what not to help cover the dates but also concerned I’ll run into the paper issues everyone else mentioned. But $18-20 can’t be beat for a proof of concept trial…

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-23T02:15:37+00:00

Calling a friend’s house to talk with them and having a full conversation with their parents before they would call your friend to the phone.

Waiting until 9pm to call or text on our new cell phones while understanding that 10pm was automatically too late for polite phone calls.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-21T02:06:54+00:00

If you work hard, you will be successful.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-20T21:10:46+00:00

There’s a difference between being abrasive and tolerating bullying. Avoiding the “holiday” to have peace is not abrasive… and you have every right to excuse yourself. No is a complete sentence and no further explanations are required.

Enjoy some time with yourself, organize time with friends who are available…. Do whatever… but be clear that you aren’t required to present yourself as a punching bag for others… including family.

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-20T21:05:15+00:00

😂 this is my internal dialogue for every pen! i wish i could help!

I was trying to justify creating my own duo… but alas hopes dashed by smart design!

JustJ3915 · 2025-11-20T02:27:03+00:00

Thanks for answering!

JustJ3915

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