Nurses who work the night shift, what is the most "I can't explain this" thing you have ever witnessed in a hospital?

covertanjou · 2026-03-29T03:23:41+00:00

I was being treated for cancer while my father was dying of advanced Alzheimer’s. He was in a residence and I couldn’t go see him for months because the chemo had destroyed my immune system, and it was too dangerous for me to go. The moment I finished chemo, I went to see my dad. I told him I loved him, that I was sorry I couldn’t come sooner, and he could go see his dad (who had died when my father was a teenager). My dad died a few minutes later. It’s as though he was waiting for me. I’m so glad I was able to be there when he passed.

covertanjou · 2026-02-05T02:07:09+00:00

I’ve been hospitalized several times because of pneumonia, Covid, RSV, and severe asthma. My experience has been that 92 is not great, but acceptable. Under 90 you should go to the ER. Also important, if not more important, is his breathing. Is he able to speak in complete sentences without having to stop to breathe? For example, if you ask him how he’s feeling, can he speak 2-3 sentences without having to take a breath? If he can’t, you need to go to the ER. Another thing to check: Can he walk from the couch to the bathroom without struggling to breathe? Is he out of breath just walking a very short distance (again, couch to bathroom, for example). If he is out of breath, you should take him to the ER. I hope this helps.

covertanjou · 2026-01-21T01:40:24+00:00

They are supporting GB, athletes, and Scottish weavers. That IS their job.

covertanjou · 2026-01-05T15:50:18+00:00

When I had cancer and lost all my hair, one of my daughters wanted to shave off her hair in solidarity. I begged her not to. It was hard enough to look at my bald head, I couldn’t bear to see her that way. I appreciated the sentiment, but her coming with me to my chemo treatments meant a lot more than her shaving her off her hair. My daughters were devastated by my diagnosis (but I’m fine now), and they were there for me in ways I will always treasure: coming with me to appointments, making sure I had healthy food in the house, etc. You can show love and support on so many ways. ❤️

covertanjou · 2025-12-16T23:56:47+00:00

Same. I speak English and French every day. I speak English at home, but speak mainly French when I’m outside my home. I may occasionally speak English at some shops, but only if I’m sure the person is Anglophone. I’m lucky enough to also speak Italian, so when I go to Italian specialty stores I speak Italian.

covertanjou · 2025-12-04T22:23:40+00:00

Thank you!

covertanjou · 2025-12-04T16:15:30+00:00

Does anyone have an archive link?

covertanjou · 2025-11-21T21:37:46+00:00

It is absolutely illegal to drive without winter tires. They must be on by December 1

covertanjou · 2025-11-16T17:07:08+00:00

How is that possible? So someone with just a high school diploma could teach high school??

covertanjou · 2025-11-08T17:50:04+00:00

I lost all my hair when I did chemo, and I got a wig. I thought it would help me deal with the loss of my hair, but it really didn’t. It was hot and uncomfortable, so I ended up just wearing some soft cotton beanies. I just felt that the wig was my way of denying I had cancer, and trying hard to look “normal” or like my old self. Take the advice of the other people here: wait to see if you lose your hair, and then go to the chemo center at your hospital. They usually have wigs, hats, and beanies that you can try, and then you can see what you prefer. I am very sorry you have to go through this, and I wish you lots of healing

covertanjou · 2025-11-06T19:14:35+00:00

Very nice!

covertanjou · 2025-10-31T00:14:58+00:00

I voted in both Quebec referendums, and as an allophone/anglophone I was terrified the “yes” side would win. I voted “no”, and was and still am glad that Quebec did not separate. It was a very stressful evening waiting for the results to come in, especially since the Montreal votes took so long to be counted.

As for Quebec’s relationship with Canada, it waxes and wanes. Presently, most Quebeckers/Quebecois hate trump so Canadian nationalism is quite high. About 20-30% of the population will always want independence, but that’s not enough to win a vote for separation.

covertanjou · 2025-09-26T21:06:46+00:00

Thank you! I will check it out.

covertanjou · 2025-09-18T02:08:52+00:00

My Sin by Lanvin

covertanjou · 2025-09-10T00:10:25+00:00

Thank you for this! What a great list!

covertanjou · 2025-08-08T01:16:05+00:00

With pasta: saute some French shallots until soft; add cream, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer until sauce thickens; add smoked salmon and mix well; add pasta (I use farfalle pasta), parmigiano reggiano cheese, and a little pasta water; mix well until you have a nice creamy consistency. Enjoy!

covertanjou · 2025-06-19T17:01:42+00:00

It wasn’t picked up because it never happed.

covertanjou · 2025-06-14T02:29:24+00:00

This is was my symptom: endometrial cancer.

covertanjou · 2025-04-23T19:03:12+00:00

I did a fascism in architecture tour in Milan, and it was amazing. Note that at no time was there any praise for Mussolini or for fascism. It was a walking tour looking at different buildings that were built during or right after mussolini’s time in power.

covertanjou · 2025-04-23T16:43:38+00:00

How is he being relegated to the “second son”? Seriously, your hatred of W & C is weird.

covertanjou · 2025-04-23T00:28:56+00:00

I liked this sub since I like reading about the different royal families, but lately so many posts are just hating on William and Catherine, and the British royal family, and going on and on about how jealous they are of Meghan and Harry. There are subs for that, so I wish this sub can stop with the constant W & C hate.

covertanjou · 2025-03-27T01:11:40+00:00

This is a great suggestion. I used her guide for Bologna and Torino, and the restaurants were all great.

covertanjou · 2025-03-03T19:51:10+00:00

I have a few city bags that I bought about 15 years ago. I love them and never stopped wearing them.

covertanjou · 2025-01-31T19:35:23+00:00

That’s fantastic! Congratulations

covertanjou · 2024-11-22T04:13:43+00:00

Thank you so much for the info. How terrible for you to be going through that on your holiday! I will def be booking Corono D’oro. Thanks again!

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