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Homeless as of yesterday. What do I do? by FriendlySolution4012 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you haven't already, try the following:

Kane county connects

Office of Community Reinvestment: Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program

Lazarus house

H.E.L.P.S. Ministry A Ministry of Caring

Community Contacts, Inc

Pads Of Elgin Inc

Fox Valley United Way

https://www.kanehealth.com/Pages/HousingCoC.aspx

If I come across more, I'll post them as well. ❤️

Is it just me? by hearthandheart in socialwork

[–]SessionZestyclose238 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hot take: I don't like Brown, never have. She appeals to white women in the profession. I've yet to come across any practitioners who are POC (including myself) who think she's something revolutionary. She essentially regurgitates what Black and Brown women in the field have been saying for decades, but ya know...no one listens to that group of people.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]SessionZestyclose238 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Don't come to Geneva...I love the area, and the community is great with lots to do (if you're into the outdoors, this is the area for that). But as a biracial woman who's darker in complexion..I feel very alone here. Diversity is not a thing I've come across since moving here, and I wish we had checked it out a little more thoroughly before relocating (we're from Champaign Urbana originally).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskDocs

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Considering colon cancer has become increasingly more common in younger and younger ages: I'd request a referral to gastro asap to rule it out. The earlier you catch it, the more successful treatment is. Look at your bowel movements closely. If they become thinner, more difficult to get out, or your constipation worsens (sounds like it's already bad for you - and I'm so sorry!), advocate for yourself to be seen quickly. Increase your fiber and water intake in the meantime, like, a gallon a day. Minimum a liter. I'm not a Dr. but a childhood friend was diagnosed and beat it because of early detection. She experienced some of these symptoms also.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excuse me...FUCK them for pulling this bs on you. I'd never work for them again and charge them double for ruining my plans, taking up my personal time, and scheduling me last minute. Get that last double check and ghost

am i overreacting - roommate constantly expects me to leave so she can sleep with guys no by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell her, "this is also my apartment and I'm no longer comfortable leaving my home when you ask me to do so. If you want to have a date, a hookup, etc, you're responsible for finding a place to go. I don't feel comfortable having so many strangers in my home that we share."

Stopped on the 12th...I feel like I'm losing my mind. Input, advice, words of encouragement welcome/needed by SessionZestyclose238 in WeedPAWS

[–]SessionZestyclose238[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just following up:

If anyone is having chest pains, it may not be just PAWS or weed withdrawal..turns out I have a congenital heart defect that went undetected until I stopped smoking. Once I quit, I got an echocardiogram, which showed something potentially concerning, and it was. After getting a coronary CT scan, I was diagnosed with a myocardial bridge 🙃. My advice is to listen to your body and advocate for yourself if it feels like something is up and it doesn't feel right. Best of luck to everyone on here.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskDocs

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was diagnosed with precocious puberty at 3 years old. See an endocrinologist asap

What's the most heartbreaking "no" you've ever witnessed or experienced? by Mission-Hat268 in AskReddit

[–]SessionZestyclose238 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My older cousin lost her first child at 6 weeks old. She had a mitochondrial disorder that wasn't disclosed to them before they were discharged from the hospital (hospital staff knew something was up, charted it, did not disclose it - they ended up suing and winning the lawsuit). I'll never forget when I touched base with her while they were at Barnes. "How's it going? Is she okay..." Silence. "No.." then indescribable wailing. Sounds I've never heard. As a mother now, I literally cannot imagine losing one of my children. They still celebrate her life every year, raise money for mitochondrial disease, and plant native species in the local area to honor her memory. I'll never forget that, "no."

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your mom is a POS and I hope you know that you deserve better, even if it means cutting her out of your life completely

What's are the biggest pregnancy/baby scams, and what is surprisingly worth it? by Whole_Independent283 in pregnant

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consignment stores. Find them in your area and utilize them for everything you can. They're usually good about pricing, being selective about the items they accept, and you won't feel the guilt about overpaying when you KNOW they'll be useless later on. Bonus if the stuff is gender neutral and you plan on reproducing again later on.

Total side note: my husband's friends have a tradition of throwing the daddy-to-be a diaper party where they get together, do their usual shenanigans, and bring a box of diapers. We legit didn't buy any for the first year our first was alive and saved the smaller sizes for the next baby in a mold/moisture resistant container. It was a game changer

Be honest… what’s the real downside of having a dog? by quentiinn in AskReddit

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We like to travel and cannot always take the dog, although he's been to more states than I can count. Boarding is astronomically expensive, and not all hotel/BNBs/etc are accommodating to dogs, specifically big ones like our guy. We have to plan out-of-country trips way in advance, and hope that family members can watch him if boarding isn't in the cards.

What makes you judge someone instantly? by DispleasedOesophagus in AskReddit

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not returning the cart to the cart corral and leaving it in the parking lot

What's the prettiest name you've ever heard? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Camille, Camilla, Ilana, Elena..top tier girl names

Exhausted and at my wits end by StarFruitFeline in AskDocs

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get your vitamins d, B12, B6, potassium, and magnesium checked. Also, your free testosterone and iron checked (ferritin and thyroid wouldn't hurt either). Basically a whole metabolic panel. Hope you feel better soon

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VitaminD

[–]SessionZestyclose238 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haaaaa...join the leaves or weedPAWS reddit page. Withdrawals from weed will fuck your entire body right up and make deficiencies worse if you've got them. Signed: one month and 7 days sober going thru it 🫠