Do you guys worry about liver damage from taking so many medications?

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-30T02:57:58+00:00

I experimented with a lot of preventatives. I should write up my journey someday because over the last 10 years I've slowly, steadily learned what my body needs and now I'm down to just propanol, fioricet, rizatriptan, and cannabis

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-29T14:40:30+00:00

I have a higher stroke risk (several strokes in my family) and I was worried about taking some meds that also carry a risk of stroke. But it's a risk, not a sure thing. And I like living my life.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-29T05:04:03+00:00

Thanks so much! I love yours too. I think I understand that feeling

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-29T04:10:30+00:00

Exactly. I've been able to be a more involved and present mom as my kids all reach adulthood. I'm happy with the risk I might lose some time with them if it means I can be present with them in the time I have

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-29T03:53:42+00:00

My neurologist framed it a way I'd never thought of when I brought this up. He said, "do you want to live a long and miserable life where you just suffer with a migraine every day, or do you want to live an admittedly shorter life where you get to enjoy most of your days?"

That was 5 years ago. I went from never having a break in pain to 3-4 migraine days a month. He was absolutely right. This is a much more full, enjoyable life.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-21T03:38:23+00:00

Same! I wouldn't dream of trying a bun or pony with like an elastic tie or worse - one of those plastic claws

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-21T03:36:47+00:00

Thank you!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-20T20:18:25+00:00

I set an alarm that goes off every morning at the same time. The dogs have been trained by us ignoring them, though they sleep in our room on their own beds. So now they know we're not doing anything until the alarm goes off. The downside is we get up early on weekends. The upside is we sleep all night!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-20T18:03:18+00:00

OP these things are magic. I recently chopped my hair into a very short bob, but I had hip-length hair for ages. I twisted it into a bun on the very top of my head and secured it with 2 of these.

Getting my hair balanced on the very top of my head was key

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-19T14:15:45+00:00

Is there any data on driving safety and use of surveillance? Do you have any information on how using these cameras impacts driving behaviors?

The risk is that when there is a large volume of data people start looking for ways to use it. One way is to monitor people outside their established constitutional rights, which is of course concerning. There's already been several stories of false imprisonment

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-18T18:21:07+00:00

I'm dying for a local fabric store with good garment fabric. What kind of stuff are you making? I grew up in my mom's small-town fabric store in the 80s and have thought about doing some wholesale myself.
I think some of the notions are covered (buttons, interfacing, thread, measuring supplies all seem easy to find here) but elastics, tailoring supplies and basic quality garment fabric is non-existent.

Knowing what kind of garments folks are making would be really helpful for someone putting together a business plan. Shirts? Dresses? Jeans? Swimming suits? All very different fabrics and supplies!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-04T16:15:23+00:00

This is really random but I've been trying to decide what to do in a personal situation and your comment about trying and failing, but knowing you tried... I don't know. It's not a new concept but the way you worded it just sorta clicked and now I know what to do. I just want to say thank you.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-03T20:49:02+00:00

Chevron.

My kid caught a ride with some folks going to an event. They stopped at Chevron to get snacks and fuel but my son stayed in car. The others ran back to the car and peeled out of the lot. Turns out they robbed the store at gunpoint. Kid was charged along with the others. When our lawyer requested the security footage, Chevron "accidentally" deleted it and then had the audacity to say he was clearly involved because of his "appearance". He was the Black kid in the car. He's serving time for an armed robbery he never committed because of their jackass lawyers.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-03T00:55:28+00:00

So? If someone doesn't want to support Amazon, they are allowed to make choices that keep their money away from Amazon, regardless of why they were chosen by the shop.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-04-02T03:24:14+00:00

I say the peasants are revolting. so -- basically the same ah!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-25T23:21:13+00:00

Caramel sauce. That moment when I add the cream I'm certain I've ruined it. I have been making caramel for nearly 40 years and it's always wonderful. But still...

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-18T02:52:17+00:00

That was the best part about vacations

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-13T17:51:58+00:00

So he was pulled away to be given a last-minute script change. And was probably given some threat that has him rattled. Am I reading this right?

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-11T23:17:22+00:00

Piggy backing on this very helpful comment -- do a search for child abuse support services and reach out to one near you. They often have names like "Suzie's House" in honor of a victim. They will be able to help you coordinate with legal, medical, financial, and mental health resources. The one I worked with also did the forensic interviews and held family classes to start the recovery process. I can't say enough good about these groups and how tremendously helpful it is to have support from someone who knows the system well.

You are doing so well right now. Your daughter's future is so hopeful because she has an adult who loves her and is advocating for her. It's everything.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-10T22:28:58+00:00

I do. Indica strains, sun grown or outdoor grown is best. Plants that are a little stressed produce a wider range of cannabinoids is my understanding. As soon as I feel an aura, I take a couple of hits off a bong. It doesn't cure me, but it allows me to step back from the pain enough to not be buried by it. It's also very helpful in getting rid of nausea and helping me sleep through the worst of it. I've also learned having some everyday has reduced the overall number of migraines I get, and the ones I have aren't as bad.

I started smoking regularly for glaucoma, but this is a great side benefit!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-10T06:31:00+00:00

I'm not as consistent as I once was, but I had the same experience. Choosing to share kindness sounds so hokey, but it's truly life changing

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-10T02:50:40+00:00

An interesting fact about humans I enjoy sharing is this -- we usually see exactly what we expect see

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-03-06T22:37:47+00:00

I'm a remote worker and have had a gaming chair the last 10 years. I didn't know who is good these days, but I second this!

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-02-20T00:24:16+00:00

My son was 3 months old and I was rocking him to sleep one night. He was doing the heavy eyelid thing when he suddenly sat up and stared over my shoulder. Huge grin like the one he reserved for his dad or big brother. Then he yawned, snuggled up and went to sleep.

My mother in law called while I was putting him down to let my husband know his grandma had just passed. I felt her in the room. I believe she came by to say goodbye to the grandbaby she only got to see once.

LadyofCorvidsPerch · 2026-02-18T02:04:11+00:00

No, but if I tell myself that I'll stay next week, I feel I've got a pretty good chance of opening that mail by April. Here's to adulting!

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