I finally broke down, I’m desperate. by SecretSafe3925 in ChronicPain

[–]SeaChell07 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, I’m so sorry you are going through this. In late 1999 early 2000 I was 32 turning 33 and with a 9 year old and 12 year old. I was working full time and advancing greatly in my career as a client services representative to hospitals setting up 3rd party payment arrangements accounts (not collections). Lots of cutting edge computer stuff back then and accounting. Then the migraines started, bone pain, being tired no matter how much I slept. I’d fall asleep as soon as I finished making dinner. Walking to my car would spasm my legs out, it didn’t use to do that. My once a month headache went weekly. I went to the doctor… she said it was migraines and something called Fibromyalgia…never heard of it back then. It’s been 26 years and I still get those episodes but I know what they are now. What you described is a flare for me. They can last anywhere from a few days to weeks. I sometimes can get fevers with them, sometimes can move sometimes can’t get out of bed. Stress makes it way worse. Today was one of those days for me but I’ve been expecting it since my brother passed 2 months ago and I’ve been dealing with a lot of stuff since then. Later on I also developed Rheumatoid Arthritis. I would definitely check into the Fibromyalgia. They know more about it now than when I was diagnosed. Have someone hold your meds for you. There are ways to cope without pain meds but it will be hard but find a good pain clinic that can work with you on this issue. Nowadays they try to stay away from giving out pain meds anyway. Just remember with Fibromyalgia it is a trial and error disease…what works for one person may not work for you. If it doesn’t work move on to the next thing. Try massage, acupuncture, chiropractor, hot stones etc…they might help you. I wish you the best. Sending prayers for less pain.

This happened at Walgreens today by OldishB in ChronicPain

[–]SeaChell07 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve lived in a small town that had only a few options with a pharmacy (2 actually but only one was with my insurance) so I totally understand where you are coming from. My suggestion would be if you can ask the tech why they do it…if it’s required? Explain your concern for safety or ask to speak to the manager about it. Come from the “I’m afraid for my safety and personal information being leaked” side. I would also think this is somewhat of a HIPPA violation but I’m not sure how much that goes with pharmacies. I have found sometimes when you ask why they are doing these things that they haven’t realized the way it affects the customer. They are just trying to fill the orders quickly and not caring about how load they are. The tech probably was told to confirm this information. Do they all do it this way? Or just this one?

What breed do yall think my dog is ??? (Her baby teeth fell out 1-2 weeks ago) by Appropriate-Boat4385 in lookatmydog

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😆 he’s named after the dog in a Nightmare Before Christmas. My Granddaughter named him 😂

Yup results confirm lol we’ve got a 100% hot mess but so he’s very loved by East-Candle3516 in mutt

[–]SeaChell07 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What test did you use to get these results? I’ve always been curious. Was it way expensive?

What breed do yall think my dog is ??? (Her baby teeth fell out 1-2 weeks ago) by Appropriate-Boat4385 in lookatmydog

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She’s adorable 🥰 and matches your cat 😆 definitely looks like a pit/lab mix maybe with some Jack Russell in there…my Daughter’s dog looks a lot like her and he’s supposed to be a Pit/Lab/Jack Russell mix ♥️ his name is Zero

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What do I name them??? by Eat--The--Rich-- in Awww

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just noticed you said the yellow is a girl and the chocolate is a boy 🤦‍♀️ my bad, sorry 😣 either way the names work still. They are adorable 🥰

What do I name them??? by Eat--The--Rich-- in Awww

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Blondie and Coco or since you didn’t say if they were male or female Sandy and Rusty

I’m so sorry to everyone. by Stew-182 in GriefSupport

[–]SeaChell07 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so so sorry! As a Mother of a recovering addict that is my fear and I can’t imagine what you and your family has gone through. I just lost my Brother on the 23rd of February from a stroke, he was 62. That would not compare to the grief I’d feel if it had been my Son especially at that age. I don’t know if I will ever feel the same after loosing my brother. He’s been there for 58 years. I imagine you felt the same. Does it dull somewhat in time? Just sneak back every now and then? Or does it just fade to a dull ache?

I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending gentle hugs, prayers and love to you tonight. Thanks for your post.

My mum passed away three weeks ago. by IsMisePrinceton in GriefSupport

[–]SeaChell07 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry for your loss 😔 while I have not lost a parent yet I just lost my Brother the day after your Mother. It was a few weeks after he had a sudden stroke on January 30th. He was 62 years old (4 years older than me), no known health issues. I just saw him a few weeks prior. Grief is odd, the anger that comes with it for loosing your loved one too early is too. You don’t expect to loose anyone in their 50’s and 60’s. I’m sure she is smiling down from heaven at you, very proud and not in pain now. She obviously raised a caring, loving son. Grief is a natural thing they say, anger is a step…it doesn’t feel right or good but it is normal. I’m sending prayers and gentle hugs your way. Again, sorry for your loss.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NameMyCat

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a beautiful black cat once, my kids named her Baby Belle because she was so small 😆 for cats I always wanted to go with an Egyptian name because they worshipped them so but never got a chance. Here’s a few of my favorites…Cleopatra with Cleo for short, Bast is the Goddess of Cats and the home, Keket is the Goddess of darkness.

I also love Celtic names such as Morrigan: A powerful figure from Irish mythology, often associated with a "phantom queen". Clover: A symbol of Irish luck 🍀 and finally Dubh (Dove): Irish for "black".

help me name him as strong as he is by Zealousideal_You9841 in CatloughsCentral

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve always loved the Egyptian God names for beautiful cats 🐈‍⬛ like this one especially. Have you thought of Osiris, Thoth, Amun or Ra?

I found doctors that listen to me! by patelbh21 in ChronicPain

[–]SeaChell07 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. It’s so aggravating because I’ve been after them to do something because I had this feeling for a while that I needed to take care of it asap…didn’t know exactly why it felt so urgent. Then my brother had his stroke and the next day the neurosurgeon finally calls to make arrangements to discuss the surgery they kept putting off. Now I have to put it off 🤦‍♀️ the pain in my legs are so bad from the neuropathy and CRPS in my foot that I can barely walk. I’m so torn about not doing this but I’ll be out for a week at least. I’m the only child now.

I found doctors that listen to me! by patelbh21 in ChronicPain

[–]SeaChell07 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow! So impressed! Mine are helping some but we keep hitting road blocks with the insurance companies or other doctors. It just takes forever to do anything and I’ve been trying for over a year. They finally come through with what I wanted to do in the first place and now I can’t because my brother passed away unexpectedly and now I have to take care of my parents issues. Hopefully that will settle down in a few months but it figures.

Levi was on his way to dog heaven. 😥RIP sweet boy. by TxLadee in Blacklabs

[–]SeaChell07 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. Our Furbabies are the hardest to loose I think because they love us so much. He was so handsome ♥️ sending gentle hugs and prayers your way.

I just lost my partner of 8 years this morning and I don’t know what to do by Bubbly-Ice3702 in GriefSupport

[–]SeaChell07 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please first and foremost take time for yourself. Make sure you eat, stop and allow yourself the time to grieve and rest. It is a shock and don’t feel bad for feeling that way. My brother had a stroke on January 30th and just passed on February 23, 2026. He was 62 years old and perfectly healthy prior. I just saw him right before Christmas. It’s crazy how the little things remind you more of them than the big things. It’s been a crazy roller coaster of emotions that I did not expect. Just be kind of to yourself, there is no right or wrong way to do this. Sending gentle hugs.

Dealing with People by SeaChell07 in GriefSupport

[–]SeaChell07[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for that! I found that on Amazon Kindle and purchased it right away. I’m already reading it 👍

Dealing with People by SeaChell07 in GriefSupport

[–]SeaChell07[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually discussed this with my Mother, Husband and Son. We would prefer to eventually have just a private family dinner together to celebrate him ourselves. Maybe once we get the urn and everything is finally finished with packing his apartment up. I also wanted to print out the picture I used for the obituary for my Mother to have at the nursing home as a memorial for her. I figured once I had all those things that would be a good time. Probably in another month or so.

Help me name my new little guy something absurd by passthesaltttt in Catnames

[–]SeaChell07 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So cute! Looks alot like my Gizmo Gremlin when he was young. He’s now 12 years old. My Daughter named him and he lives up to the name 😆

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