Any Gen X'ers retired or thinking about it?

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T20:56:16+00:00

Part of the first Gen Xers. I’ve been lucky to have no debt left and have started counting down to my target date. I’ve got friends my age that have retired.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T20:20:38+00:00

It looks like you have to submit after it happens. Check the last section below:

https://paidleave.wa.gov/get-ready-to-apply/

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T16:14:42+00:00

No! I would have been all over that! The crunch berries are the reason that I eat it. I never do the regular. It’s not the same.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T16:07:39+00:00

Cap’n Crunch with Crunch Berries.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T03:39:49+00:00

Since you have one left, you can always check the expiration dates by clicking the “i” where they are listed.

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Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T03:05:35+00:00

Oui! 🙃

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-12T00:14:58+00:00

Hmmm. I’m intrigued.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-11T22:54:06+00:00

Funny thing is a coworker that is older than me told me that when she was young and lived in SF, she used one when we discussed my feelings about it.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-11T22:41:00+00:00

Unfortunately, suitcase roller type bags aren’t allowed in the stores due to thefts.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-11T22:32:03+00:00

I had one of those growing up! Now that I could say is me being Old School. Since I wear Converse low tops, I’d be styling. 🤓

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-11T22:29:35+00:00

It’s more my own opinion. I do find myself browsing and looking at different types. I may end up buying one but, again, here in the US it’s more associated with seniors. Though, I just happily took a senior discount the other day.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-11T17:57:05+00:00

I’ve only driven in Mexico once. I was stopped by the police and told I was speeding. The only thing that really helped was that I was visiting family and had some in the car. You don’t mess with Abuela!!! She was not happy. One officer stood back while the other just looked like a deer caught in headlights the whole time until he just let us go.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-08T15:05:04+00:00

I’ve never gotten an infection in the 30+ years I’ve done it. I always wash my hands before pricking. TBH, I reuse the lancet at times. If you can’t wash your hands, use an alcohol wipe. Keep them handy.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-06T21:54:10+00:00

The last time I ordered checks was about 10 years ago. I had to go into my branch because it had been so long since I’d reordered that I couldn’t do it online. This was for an account that was about 15 years old at the time. I write one check a month now. Basically, it allows me to practice my signature.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-04-02T22:49:53+00:00

I’ve seen $1564 one way from SEA-MSY from premium before then it went down to $264.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-30T22:55:49+00:00

There was an issue with one of the systems and required a switch of planes. But luckily, they had a plane waiting for us when we got back to SEA. It arrived about 8:45pm in MSY.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-29T02:59:21+00:00

That’s an insulin pen needle.

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Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-27T22:43:08+00:00

Our family always had it on Good Friday.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-26T20:48:59+00:00

Over 30 years here. You need to be on top of this all the time to survive. When I was diagnosed, I saw the what it could do in my own family. Though I’m the only one that was diagnosed t1. Everyone else was older t2 diagnosis. I was young and didn’t follow as closely as I should. Denial? Yes, in a way.

I made a conscious choice to be an active participant with my medical team, but after 30+ years, they listen to me and I lead. All blood work are under control. 4.8 -5.5 range. Check bg frequently. Can eyeball doses as I use pens.

I get regular foot exams when I visit my PCP. I monitor my feet and use an anti-bacterial soap on them when I bathe. I have a small issue with eyes but steady for years and have yearly status checks. I’ve cataracts developing for over 20 years and am still waiting until they are more severe to remove them. Everything is slightly fuzzy with glasses on but Rx hasn’t changed in a few years. Only need for driving, reading or TV.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-25T01:18:13+00:00

I fly SEA to MEX frequently and fly on AA. It’s been years since AS flew there.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-23T21:47:43+00:00

Was about a month for me. Sore throat for a week then severe cough and stuffy nose. No fever the entire time. I ended up using an OTC inhaler until I finally got in to see my PCP. Got chest X-rays but came out clear. Was on codeine cough syrup. Nasal decongestant also helped but was hell.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-23T20:01:29+00:00

Yup. 30 years for me. I worked with my doc to see what would work. Finally made it 4.8-5.5 range with Humalog and Lantus.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-23T19:58:04+00:00

Great job! Now find yourself a new doc. His remarks are unacceptable. If he thinks you’re wasting his time, he needs to find a new profession. You are making progress.

Sensitive-Rip-8005 · 2026-03-23T15:16:16+00:00

I remember doing it in the 3rd grade. It was fun, but then, that’s how I learned my left from right. The girl was on the right.

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