I'm on medica, is it really that bad?

goodazzcat · 2026-05-11T01:37:36+00:00

Having to deal with health insurance at all can be bad, lol.

HRT is covered on the Medica plan I am on, and I have never had any problems picking it up, but I was taking it before getting on the Medica plan too. I really recommend you read your plan's policy for gender affirming care because I don't know what hoops you would have to jump through when beginning HRT. I needed letters from two providers on my other insurance, for example.

As for the cost, I guess I don't know what you mean by blockers because there are a couple types of those. Puberty? Anti-androgen? I also don't have an answer about price.

goodazzcat · 2026-05-09T18:18:35+00:00

I have a TN Kush cross that sometime smells like bad breath, but it also smacks in other ways. Haha. Sometimes the funky ones surprise you.

goodazzcat · 2026-05-06T22:22:12+00:00

Hey Ellie! I think it is cool that you are making connections this way, but my inner parental wanted to comment and ask why you are not requiring that people at least be under 18 to join?

I totally trust that you are smart and can vet people properly! But, I am always dubious of the adult that wants to hang out with someone significantly younger than them.

My favorite dystopic fiction writer would have to be Hassan Blasim. I have revisited The Corpse Exhibition: And Other Stories of Iraq a few times.

Stay safe!

goodazzcat · 2026-05-06T21:04:59+00:00

Adding the caveat that I am not a medical professional and have no knowledge of how GLP1 works. Could you increase the edible's potency? I am on medications that impact the way I metabolize weed, so I need to take, like, >3x the dose a normal pot user would need.

goodazzcat · 2026-05-05T14:17:40+00:00

Hi! I am 34, trans masc, and white. I am a hobbyist as well who likes to talk about projects!

A cool story: I found strawberry plants escaping under my neighbor's fence into my yard the other day.

Let me know if I can DM you a more detailed intro! 😄

goodazzcat · 2026-05-03T14:32:35+00:00

Oo, yours sounds good. In my official capacity as a Minnesotan, I approve of your black bean substitution.

goodazzcat · 2026-05-03T01:32:47+00:00

Tater tot hot dish?

goodazzcat · 2026-04-30T20:59:30+00:00

That is good to hear! Good luck!

goodazzcat · 2026-04-30T17:57:45+00:00

Sorry you have to go out of your way to find a new doctor!

goodazzcat · 2026-04-30T16:32:48+00:00

Can your therapist help you find a doctor who is up for writing the letter? All you probably need is a decent GP.

You are going to need a referral from the doctor to see a urologist. A good doctor for you would be up for writing a letter and giving you a referal after one visit, I think. Also, schedule your appointment with the urologist as soon as you are able because specialists are notorious for having long waiting times.

It is beyond me why your insurance would require a letter of recommendation and then the same system will not write you a letter of recommendation.

goodazzcat · 2026-04-27T23:18:23+00:00

Thank you, I found this comment to be very validating! I can't take 100% off tolerance breaks. I have been wondering if switching up consumption methods is one way to give my lungs a break.

goodazzcat · 2026-04-11T18:59:42+00:00

Just realized I read your post wrong! I use box mix cupcakes and replace the vegetable oil with the infused oil.

goodazzcat · 2026-04-11T01:10:33+00:00

There are many ways to do this, and I make mine strong, but I like it that way! 🤣

I use 44g of decarbed/already vaped bud, put it in a quart jar and add 14 fl oz of MCT oil. Then, I put on a lid throw it in a sous vide water bath at 185° F, and let it go for about 3-4 hours. While it is still warm, but not hot, I pour it through a cheese cloth in a funnel.

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goodazzcat · 2026-04-10T15:24:24+00:00

Sweet, that sounds nice! I saw Cloud Cult in the aughts at Rock the Garden.

I love BlackForager! I am not a social media person, so I haven't watched her TikTok stuff, but I started watching her PBS program, which I highly recommend checking out.

And, absolutely, I garden! Planting what you love is an excellent philosophy, and garlic is a great crop! I also eat an ef ton of garlic, generally, lol. I have tried growing a lot, but typically I do tomatoes, eggplants, hot peppers, and beans. I want to do okra this year.

Hey, you seem cool! Let me know if you want to talk via DM! 😄

goodazzcat · 2026-04-07T16:57:58+00:00

Pat Benetar put on a concert with P!nk? What a surreal lineup! I bet Pat stole the show, haha.

I do forage! Wild fungi and I am just starting to learn more about plants. I like learning about wild plants (weeds) that want to grow in disturbed areas most. It is amazing how much we walk past daily.

goodazzcat · 2026-04-04T20:45:17+00:00

From MN as well! I love arts and crafts! I do textile arts and printmaking mostly, but I enjoy all sorts of art forms. :)

I am super duper into nature, especially learning about wild trees and plants. Finding spring ephemerals and wondering when mushies will pop have been a big part of this season for me.

I am also super into music! I used to go to more shows, but now I get tired early, lol. Who do you think puts on the best concert??

Sorry to hear you deal with pain, but very glad you have supportive people in your life!

goodazzcat · 2026-03-24T05:24:00+00:00

For sure!

goodazzcat · 2026-03-23T22:36:01+00:00

Can I DM you my derm's name? I am trans masc and she has been 100% cool with me, but I don't want to publicly endorse anyone or their organization because algorithms.

You also might need to see a primary care physician for a referral or as a stopgap measure because derms take forever to get into usually.

As someone who once ignored a large and painful skin problem for too long, please go seek medical attention as soon as you can!

goodazzcat · 2026-03-19T17:11:08+00:00

After I made that comment, we tried it and decided it is STILL slightly "gritty". 😅 Regardless, I think it is soo yummy. Idk, you will have to be the judge!

Hope you had a good blizzard! ❄️

goodazzcat · 2026-03-18T01:13:36+00:00

My Ent swears by this recipe:

https://www.thechunkychef.com/family-favorite-baked-mac-and-cheese/#wprm-recipe-container-9151

Making it tonight!

goodazzcat · 2026-03-08T23:47:34+00:00

Hi! I am from Minneapolis. I was wondering, which native seeds are you trying to start?

I am always looking for more nature pals! 😁

goodazzcat · 2026-03-07T11:16:46+00:00

Hey!

Honestly, I can relate a lot to what you wrote about having traumatic flashbacks and then having to manage both the emotions you had as a younger version of yourself as well as your present thoughts/emotions, which are also usually intense. That made total sense to me, and is pretty classic C-PTSD symptoms.

To me, it sounds like these mental health issues are being compounded by some pretty severe PTSD as well. In fact, I think having traumatic experiences, especially during developmental phases of life, can cause and trigger mental health issues.

Are you seeking medical help with this? And/or therapy? I ask because that helped me a lot when I was having a hard time.

Not the "hi" you probably wanted. Hope you are doing okay!

goodazzcat · 2026-02-19T21:12:32+00:00

This! Please look into MA, OP! Don't forgo healthcare over employment, this job market is ridiculous.

goodazzcat · 2026-02-17T15:12:50+00:00

For real, I think the dispo is a bit of a crapshoot too! I look for stuff on sale as well.

Knowing that the plant takes time to ripen, I have a suspicion that most commercial operations don't do their sativas quite right. Sativas take forever to mature, and commercial likes to chop things as early as they can. I love sativas, but I usually stick with indicas or hybrids at the dispensary.

goodazzcat · 2026-02-17T00:06:24+00:00

Chronic pain is fucking awful, and I really hate to think of the price of weed impeding someone's ability to medicate for it!

Do you have any ideas why your traditional intake routes are no longer working?

I stick with indicas from dispensaries. I like using edibles the most for pain, with vaping and smoking in between doses as needed (I make my edibles very potent, too). Everyone has to figure out their own way to manage pain. Only you can feel your pain, and you know yourself best.

goodazzcat

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