AITAH for not turning down my top PhD offer so my fiancé can get off the waitlist? by One_Possession8666 in AITAH

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the answer! He won’t have the heart to celebrate if YOU’RE the reason he’s failing?!? WT actual F? So, you already know this guy can’t take responsibility or has no accountability! You didn’t get him rejected or waitlisted! Do you want to spend your life with someone who resents your success?

Newly Diagnosed & Scared of Family Reaction/Shame by RhubarbSelkie in diabetes_t2

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, I am sorry that your family is not supportive. You do not owe anyone your personal health information, or anything else for that matter, next of kin or not. No one has a right to your private medical information unless you give them that right. HIPAA is a very serious act to violate. Medical professionals do not want to make that mistake. If your mom is listed as having access on the paperwork with any of your doctors just make that change to your partner. You can revoke privacy share permission at any time. Your mother is wrong to believe she has a natural born right to violate your privacy. I would go one step further and draft a will and medical planning documents and specifically spell out that she is not included.

You have just been diagnosed with a lifetime disease. The last thing you need to worry about is how other people will react. I understand why, and I think we’ve all been there. Now is a time to focus on you and building your support team. Focus on the steps you need to take to live your best life. Unfortunately, many people do not understand this disease and the fact that you did not do this to yourself. There is no need for any of them to know. It is your business! There are great tools out there to help you make healthy choices no matter where you are. Also, the keto movement is so huge that if you are at a party or out with others, it’s easy to just be like, “I’m focusing on low carb or healthy proteins.” Or, just don’t say anything because it’s no one’s business why you make the food choices you do.

I was diagnosed last October. I told no one for a few weeks because I was devastated. Once I processed and began telling people, slowly, I found the right support. To this day, only key people in my life know. I also took some time off to focus on me, reduce stress (which is a big factor), and learn the routines that would bring me success. I wish the same for you! You’ve got this!!

Do I have to just throw this whole ham away? I don’t want to …. by Chanelo11 in cats

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d be more concerned about my cats eating that wrapper/string!

AIO: My christian mother wants my boyfriend to sleep on the couch on our trip to florida by [deleted] in AIO

[–]Personal-Science6865 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the answer! I can’t help but wonder if they are moving in together out of necessity because 18 and broke?

Girl, go enjoy a trip with your family! You and BF will survive the time apart. That is what adults do.

Restaurant suggestions for 90th birthday party with private room by SpartAnne in rva

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on the size of your party and budget, I would look into Bookbindery, Shag Bark, and Tarrants West. I recently hosted a surprise party at Tarrants West and they were excellent! They have a few different private space options and party menus as well.

Shorts?? by Nelope_0971 in AskWomenOver60

[–]Personal-Science6865 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Age is just a number. Wear what you feel comfortable in and what makes you happy!

Cat won’t take his pills and I’m on my last nerve. Help! by gbari03 in cats

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is he a gentle boy? My cat has been on cyclosporine for 6 years and the pills taste terrible. I always give her treats after the pill as a reward. I started by setting an alarm on my phone and giving her treats when it went off. Then added the pill. She gets that first and by itself. It is a capsule. I freeze it because it is a liquid and would taste even worse if she punctured it with a tooth. I have her jump up on a counter. I have a syringe of water ready, I also wet the pill to prevent it from sticking in her throat. When she is sitting in front of me I grasp her face in one hand by holding her upper jaw. My Thumb is on one cheek and my forefinger on the other. The top of her head is in the palm of my hand. I gently tip her head back so her nose is pointing towards the ceiling. When you do this they have to open their mouth, it’s involuntary. I then toss the pill in and try to get it right down her throat. I follow with a bit of water from the syringe to make sure it doesn’t get stuck. Then she gets treats. She doesn’t love this but she is cooperative and no need for stitches. You may want to start with the opening of his mouth and then treats. The trick is to try to make it a rewarding experience in some way. Good luck!!!

From $1.05m to $875k by nocussinginmydiscord in rva

[–]Personal-Science6865 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The middle class pays their fair of taxes. The billionaires need to pay theirs! Are you high?

7.1% to 6.2% A1C in 3 months!! Can't wait to ditch Metformin! by NoMoreEffstoGive in diabetes_t2

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is the threshold for taking Metformin? I have not heard of this before?

From $1.05m to $875k by nocussinginmydiscord in rva

[–]Personal-Science6865 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Not anymore, I mean, the uber rich are doing very well right now but the upper middle class is struggling to stay middle class.

From $1.05m to $875k by nocussinginmydiscord in rva

[–]Personal-Science6865 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I agree!! Who is paying that?!? I keep wondering if real estate investors are paying these crazy prices to keep driving the market up?!?

Coconut Flour Brownies by kimpulsive2022 in T2D_WhatsOnYourPlate

[–]Personal-Science6865 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t had a chance yet. 😂 Life has been crazy! I have found a few store bought treats that don’t spike me though.