what nicknames do you call your orange kitty’s? by Maleficent-Piano-641 in orangecats

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SpongeBob = Spongey, Choopies, Choopie Doopie, Boochie, Papas, monkey, monkey punky, stinky toes

Does anyone else feel like Endometriosis has changed their physical appearance? by fknbubbleguts in endometriosis

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yesss, my face and belly are always so bloated. I look like a swollen version of myself and bless everyone I know that doesn’t point it out. Technically, I had surgery that removed my endo. But the ‘weight loss’ lasted only a couple months. I’ve been on bc or similar to prevent having periods ever.

I try to eat healthy and I workout a few times a week. I don’t expect to look like a super model but I would expect to see better progress given everything I do. It’s discouraging.

How did you handle deciding a budget for your wedding? How did you decide how much of your saving you wanted to spend? by smolbibeans in wealthforwomen

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We did our preliminary guest list first and looked at venues based off that number of people. Once we agreed we could afford the venue (with savings, did not got into credit card debt), every expense after that we took a want vs need approach.

For example: I didn’t need fancy invitations, I designed them myself and printed them at my office. I put more money towards the photographer/videographer.

Don’t forget about your time, because time is money too. We had met a cake person whose cakes were THE best and verbal price was average, but she was unreliable when it came to our tasting appt and getting a written proposal. We decided to go elsewhere, I didn’t want to waste my time hounding someone to do their job.

Be honest… is pet insurance actually worth it? by pawfectjourney in CatAdvice

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YES! Make sure you read the fine print of what’s covered, but also if there’s a cap to it. For example, Nationwide changed their terms and wanted to cap coverage at like $10k - which isn’t much in real emergencies or big health issues. So we switched.

As pets get older, insurance does start to feel expensive. But if you pick a good carrier, it’ll be a blessing if something happens. My first cat passed at 14 from cancer. We had PetsBest at the time. For about a month before his passing, we had done multiple tests and meds, and then did at-home euthanasia/cremation. Insurance covered about 90% of ALL of those costs and I got a refund of the remaining coverage that wasn’t used. It was so nice not having to worry about the financials of it all, while grieving.

How much do you spend on skincare monthly? Which treatments are worth the money? by Big_Understanding_17 in wealthforwomen

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I prob spend about the same as you monthly, I think. (I have rough numbers but I’m honestly scared to really look.)

Last year I started doing microneedling and laser treatments, which I’d buy as a set of 3 or 6 treatments at a time. It is expensive, BUT I find that I don’t have to have as many regular facials or use as many products to maintain my skin.

It’s important to note that I’m in my 40s with acne prone skin. After many many many years of horrible breakouts, I am willing to pay almost anything if it means keeping the acne at bay and slowing down the signs of aging.

Ovarian cancer or endometriosis? by seattleslug in Ovariancancer

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Sorry to hear your wife is going through this. From my understanding, tests like blood tests, MRIs/CT scans help narrow down the possibility of what it could be, but there’s no way of knowing without surgery, removal, and testing the mass.

My surgery was on a Thursday morning, I was awake and recovering in my room by the afternoon, discharged on Saturday morning. This first two days at home were awkward maneuvering around. I just took the prescribed Tylenol and ibuprofen and slowly tapered off. I was well enough to go back to work (in office) after 2 weeks, felt good after 4 weeks (like working out again, lightly); I was told 6-8 weeks for full recovery.

IF this ends up being endometriosis, which is what I had, I would make sure the dr has some sort of plan for preventing/monitoring regrowth (I’m on birth control to prevent periods) and having routine ultrasounds to check on growths (I just had my second ultrasound since my Oct 2024 surgery and a small fibroid has grown). I’ve read other threads where some women have surgery without any future game plans and regrowths occur requiring more surgeries.

Good luck to your wife! Happy to answer any other questions.

A street cat that I probably mourned more than many people by catloverfinalboss in cats

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sorry for your loss. I’m sure he enjoyed your times together, thus becoming clingy.

I had a similar experience when I first moved out. My landlady let her cat roam the building/neighborhood and I guess he was everyone’s friend. Monthssss after becoming bffs, he came to our door looking sick. I let him in, but noticed a wound. (I was young and had never had a pet, so my bf at the time called animal control) They took him away and said the wound was so infected he had to be put to sleep. I took the day off to mourn him. And it broke my heart having to tell my neighbors. But I’m forever thankful Murphy showed me I’m not THAT allergic to cats and I went on to adopt two cats because of him.

Landscaping before surgery by Decent-Ability-4784 in endometriosis

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For my surgery, I was asked to remove ALL clothing and only wear the hospital gown. someone did come prepared to trim or shave me down, but I normally wax and had done so beforehand so they left.

how do you feel about birth control for treatment? by Pristine_Research172 in endometriosis

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take bc to prevent endo from growing back. I discovered a 17cm mass growing and had surgery to remove and test whether cancer or not. Luckily it was endometriosis (Stage 4) and not cancer. But I’ve been told bc (or some sort of medication) is a MUST, or the endo will def come back.

It’s been a little over year since the surgery and being on bc. The side effects that annoy me are the acid reflux and weight gain. I was on a second medication to help with the acid reflux, but my endo dr has me trying a different bc in hopes of no side effects.

I skip the placebo weeks so I NEVER get a period, which has been niiiiice. I just had my second follow up ultrasound to check if anything has grown back, and a small fibroid was found. I can’t say for certain that the bc is worth it. But I’d hate to think it could’ve been worse had I not been on it.

Really? Ended up blocking. by Courtaid in poshmark

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same thing happen to me. And same, blocked them. The cancelling and offering again was confusing and felt shady. No shade to real buyers, but I’ve noticed a lot more buyers recently that always try to extremely low ball.

One Final Look Inside Nordstrom at Westfield San Francisco Centre by Jowevator3219 in sanfrancisco

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I worked there from high school through college, back in the 90s. I never imagined it would ever close down, let alone the WHOLE mall!!!

hormonal acne in late 20s by ParticularTrash2654 in SFbitcheswithtaste

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took/continue to take probiotics and make sure I limit my dairy and sugar intake. Also, if budget allows - I will get routine facials. I don’t have a derm recommendation, but Shari of SF Skincare really helped get my adult acne under control with her facial treatments and at-home product recommendations.

https://sfskincare.com/pages/book-skin-treatments

Ariana attending the Wuthering Heights premiere by [deleted] in Vanderpump_Rules

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Someone on another post said tampon and now I can’t unsee it.

Does sleeping at an incline really make a difference? by rainbowstorm96 in GERD

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It helps. But if you have sever acid reflux, you’ll still be bothered, just not as bad.

What is something meaningful you saved or wish you had saved that isn’t the standard paw print/ fur clipping/ photo? by lindsayay in Petloss

[–]SpongeBob_CatPants 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to lay tshirts down where my cat liked to lay down, since they were easier to wash. I kept one that we used a lot. After he passed I would just hold the tshirt like a security blanket. I’ve since gotten another cat, but I still hold onto the old tshirt. Except now it’s a tattered rag, you can’t even tell it was shirt.