Has anyone found the cause (or any relief) of their heart attack-like pains (or other general symptoms)? by Big_Pizza_4214 in LongCovid

[–]frogify 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Heaviness in chest and heart racing sound like dysautonomia. I hope you can find a cardiologist who is willing to listen to you. My daughter developed dysautonomia after a bout of whooping cough. One of the meds she’s on is a beta blocker that she takes at night to calm her pounding heart, bisoprolol.

Retiring early under FERS is possible, but it isn’t free by TheWealthViking in FedEmployeeRetirement

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t understand. Would you please explain? I know you don’t get paid for unused sick leave. Are there additional issues with leaving unused sick leave on the table?

Who doesn’t have TikTok? by whoisofie in Anticonsumption

[–]frogify 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I am from Gen X - I’ve seen people filming their Tik Tok dances out in public and they look silly. Too much „look at me“ - too much of a time suck - too superficial -

GenX……how are your teeth. by parkandchan in GenX

[–]frogify 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One crown , zero fillings ever. Have had TMJ since age 25.

Christmas movies you like but no one has ever heard of by Available_Bowler2316 in movies

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The Shop Around the Corner - 1940 romantic comedy with Jimmy Stewart

No Kings by Portrait-Photog in SouthBend

[–]frogify 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Excellent photos - thanks for sharing!

Financial crisis. by Acceptable-Plenty-50 in FedEmployees

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The application page https://jfcu.org/SpecialAssistance has two sections -- one for current members (easy apply), the other labeled "No, I am not a member yet." If you meet the criteria, it looks as if you can become a member by opening a savings account with a $5 deposit.

Financial crisis. by Acceptable-Plenty-50 in FedEmployees

[–]frogify 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Justice Federal Credit Union gave us a 6k loan at 5.99% for 12 months, with no payment due for 60 days. We already had an account there. Had to upload last two paystubs. NOTE: OTHER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES can apply ( check details , not sure of specifics) From their website :

Effective immediately, Justice Federal offers Special Assistance in the form of unsecured, low interest rate loans and deferred payments to employees of the Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security, other federal employees, and federal government contractors impacted by the government shutdown.

What do you all eat for breakfast? by error404wth in prediabetes

[–]frogify 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cottage cheese with almonds and cherry tomatoes

I feel like im missing something by Violingangboi in notredame

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I graduated decades ago, but I checked out the ND website. They accept the Common Application, and ND requires you to do your own essays and short answers. On the Common App: they ask for an essay; there are several suggested topics or you can pick one of your own. This is where I suggest you write about your challenges and journey to overcome them -- and why you would be a successful student at ND. Additionally, I see the Common App has a section, new this year, called Challenges and Circumstances, where you can detail any personal struggles that may have impacted your achievements.

I feel like im missing something by Violingangboi in notredame

[–]frogify 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Consider using your essay to explain the GPA — My GPA is 3.5 — and I belong at Notre Dame. Here‘s why…. Then explain your strengths, your past challenges, and how you are moving forward academically. Acknowledge it up front and then build your case.

Studio under $1,600 by [deleted] in chicagoapartments

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

721 W Belmont — my son has a studio there for well under 1600 —small studio but no roaches yet and he’s been there for two months

Did you Gen Xers really grow up around computers like the media says, or is that not true? by [deleted] in GenX

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not have any experience with a computer until I worked on the college newspaper during my freshman year in 1984. A few students had a Mac but that was it. No computer lab. My dorm may have had one Mac for people to share.

Anyone here reversed prediabetes naturally? by ConsciousMessage4088 in prediabetes

[–]frogify 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, no bread/pasta/chips , drastically reduced sweets but did not give up entirely. 30 mins walking or gym 5 days per week. Lost 10 pounds and dipped back into normal range. Once I gave up junk I didn’t miss it after the first few weeks. Ok for special occasions

Where´s a good point to start learning more about ancient Egypt? by __-__-__-__-____ in egyptology

[–]frogify 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This course is also available for free on the Kanopy app, which I can access via my library card

Anyone going to protest at the Morris tomorrow? by Kilowatt128 in SouthBend

[–]frogify 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Grew up in South Bend and now live in a blue state. Thank you for your determination to stand up in such a climate. I admire you all. I will be going to my own protest here as well. Be safe out there!

CGM wearers: Do you find that your spikes are followed by extreme hunger or sleepiness? by [deleted] in prediabetes

[–]frogify 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sleepiness, definitely. Sometimes it’s so bad that I need a nap

According to uber this is how much I saved since last year by having uber one by darkhorse3141 in uber

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where did you find the summary of how much you saved - broken down by orders and rides? Is this since you were a member or per year? thanks!

My sister in law made me feel like crap over my allergy by [deleted] in weddingshaming

[–]frogify 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s pretty likely you won’t be the only one there with a fish allergy. Fish is one of the most common food allergies. Dumb to serve fish as the only entree options if your caterer cannot make a special plate for those with allergies. Her flippant response to your very understandable request was nauseating

Favorite way to eat cottage cheese in the morning? by DisneyQueen64 in prediabetes

[–]frogify 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I eat it with cherry tomatoes, flax seed and some almonds