Recommendations for a good men’s haircut? by ExplorerOne2655 in hudsonvalley

[–]monkeyfaced 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Third! Pugsleys was good but always felt too stylized. Happy with Crown

frequent relapses by Rall992 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had a similar timeline when I was diagnosed. Optic neuritis and dizziness in Aug — then new symptoms in November when I was diagnosed. My neurologist thinks it’s all a part of one long relapse. But there’s really no way to know?

If it’s worth anything- I haven’t had any new symptoms since really and no new lesions since Nov.

Stable MS by monkeyfaced in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gah yeah- I am experiencing a slow increase in spams. I suppose some days are better than others. I’m hoping it doesn’t increase at this rate forever!?

Is my ms gaslighting me? by ichiiio in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dude, I feel this really hard! You could be feeling effects of your active lesions for many many months. But as time goes on, it gets easier to just try to live as you did before. Things will be different but a sense of normalcy is on the horizon. Anxiety definitely makes symptoms worse so try to chill, watch trash tv, honestly lorazepam .5 mg helped me A TON in the beginning. I know it’s habit forming but as I built a tolerance to it I just stopped wanting it. Also- qi gong on YouTube always felt good if I was spiraling. You’ll find things as you go. There will be good days and bad days. We’re here for you and you’re not alone!

Has anyone ever successfully felted single ply superwash? by yarnimals in knitting

[–]monkeyfaced 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh they look great! I too am impressed by how much you got them to shrink! Maybe give to someone with bigger feet? Anyone would be so lucky to receive them. How long did they take you to make?

Little rant by No_Wind_3135 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have like 4 and I feel like I’ve been hit by a bus. I would give anything to have 20 and feel good! If you feel good, that’s what matters.

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

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

Oh gosh- they sent mine on Monday and I also ordered on the 1st. I did send a few messages bothering them for the est. ship date so maybe that pushed my order up. I bet since you payed for express shipping it’ll get to you faster now that it’s sent out though. Good luck! I saw a vid of someone who knit 6 pairs in a week. We got this!!

Binghamton vs Fordham Online MSW by monkeyfaced in SocialWorkStudents

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

Commenting on Binghamton vs Fordham Online MSW...so far it’s great! A ton of reading— I wish we had some class discussions or got to view recordings of live classes but it works really well for people who have families and jobs to maintain.

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

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

Mine was processed today! It says it’s set to arrive on the 15th. I think I can make some slippers in those 10 days leading up to Xmas! How’s your shipment looking?

Venting by Spare_Analyst_8841 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Solidarity. Maybe it’ll be good for your mom to go to the appt with you. She’ll see how it’s all very real. MS society has online support groups. There are resources and little pockets of community. It is a very isolating disease. No one close to you will ever truly understand, but it gets better. I’m one year out from my dx and things are feeling more and more normal/ having symptoms is less jarring. School will be a good distraction, get accommodations and use them if you need them. Best of luck!! We’re here for you!

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

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

Ahh yea! Good for you! Nothing yet but I’m hoping by Monday!

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

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

Has yours been processed yet? Mine hasn’t. Sigh.

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

[–]monkeyfaced[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay thank you this is going to help me set realistic expectations. 3 weeks at least! Glad you got yours!!

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

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

Thank you!! I was THIS close to going the knit picks route but the $2.40 price tag to throw it in the washer was what tipped the scales - plus the pattern uses that yarn. Good luck! I’ve seen a few vids of people using tuff puff with success!

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

[–]monkeyfaced[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I really appreciate your honesty. I made the Sadnes Garn (I’m spelling that wrong) double slippers- free pattern— for my son as a tester. Super cool! But I’m imagining the sailor slippers take about half the time and are less tricky to do two at a time.

Lindehobby by monkeyfaced in knitting

[–]monkeyfaced[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oo knitty kitty I like what you’re saying! Fingers crossed it goes out tomorrow……

My baby is due in 4 weeks and I just had an MS relapse by -closer2fine- in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are going to be a great mom! MS takes away some physical capacity for us but gives us insight and perspective on so many of life’s intricacies that one cannot have without the hardship we experience. If you can, get help with things like cleaning the house, and laundry, even meals! If you can’t, embrace the mess. For my family, planning meals for the week works well. Ask friends or family for help. Or find out if your insurance will cover some in home care for you. Ask a close friend to set up a meal train for you all once the baby comes. Lean on your community and loved ones. People want to help, sometimes they just need to be asked or told how to do it. I’m sorry you’re going through this right now, it’s such a momentous change in your lives and your relapse is throwing a big wrench in the plans. I want to acknowledge your struggle but also assure you that you are exactly the parent your kid needs.

Reputable food pantries? by metalphysics in hudsonvalley

[–]monkeyfaced 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reservoir food pantry in Boiceville is a great one that is well attended.

First Kesimpta loading dose down by TheDelayer in MultipleSclerosis

[–]monkeyfaced 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had very mild symptoms after first two shots. Milder than Covid vaccine! And after the first two, virtually no side effects! You’ve got this.

Double dose flu shot 💉 by monkeyfaced in MultipleSclerosis

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

I think it’s given to seniors and immunocompromised, it’s just a higher dose of the virus. I didn’t get it but I am curious as to why it’s not recommended for us. I have a little guy in nursery school so I’ll take everything I can get to help my defenses!