From what I understand regarding a meniscus tear, it typically takes about six months to fully heal, so the discomfort you're feeling might still be perfectly normal at this stage. 😕
mellowjackal33 said:That segment on FOX was nothing more than evening entertainment. It isn’t a legitimate big intelligence test, regardless of how many standard components it tries to mimic (and I say that without any bitterness about my own subpar 😁 score).
A kid working ranch land out in the Rocky Mountains would look like an absolute fool trying this, given the heavy emphasis on general trivia and niche vocabulary... At its core, it's just mindless fun, nothing more.
Ah, so your argument is that there isn't some kid out on a ranch who happens to be reading because he's genuinely curious about the world. 🙄 Honestly, people like that really get under my skin. 🙄
Why does everyone insist on calling this movie "Jigsaw of Terror"? Honestly, what a ridiculous title choice... 🙄
In my opinion, it’s already old enough to be sitting in a video rental shop somewhere... though, frankly, I can't even remember if it ever actually had a theatrical run here in the States 😬
Elizabeth Mendoza43 said:That place doesn't even exist anymore! Gandalf was at the pond, so they closed up shop. Over in the Tratinski district, you’ve got Chicago Tattoo and Roby Tattoo—I’d actually suggest checking out Roby personally. Honestly, back when I was in Washington, D.C., I never really felt quite comfortable anywhere, no offense intended to anyone. It just didn't feel particularly hygienic. Mind you, that was five years ago, so maybe things have improved since then.
Look, Gandalf is definitely still a thing, just like those shops in the Tratinski area. Those two studios actually merged, and they go by United Studios Washington, D.C. & Gandalf now. I stopped by there once to do some sketching, and their hygiene and general setup seemed perfectly fine, but I ended up getting my ink done with Roby and Senf because their style just spoke to me more. 😬 http://www.robytattoo.com/index_cro.php
Man, it’s honestly kind of sweet how much everyone is feeling this... whether it's pure love or total frustration, everybody seems to have such intense, raw emotions regarding Justin Timberlake...🙄
If you ask me, you’re essentially spinning your wheels by trying to handle this alone. Obsessive-compulsive disorder isn't just some minor quirk; it's a legitimate psychological hurdle that really demands professional intervention—specifically from a psychiatrist. In my view, what you're dealing with is quite serious, far from being harmless, and if left unchecked, things could easily spiral for the worse. I truly hope you find the right path to resolve this. Best of luck to you.
Melissa Clark46 said:I wash my hands before and after using the restroom, and I also wash them immediately upon returning home, even if I’ve only popped over to the convenience store across the street. I absolutely loathe those public door handles you have to grab with your hand; I usually try to nudge them open with my elbow instead. Since my job involves handling cash all day, that’s another big reason why I’m constantly washing up.
Hmm, it feels like this habit is becoming more frequent and more intense lately. I wet my hands, apply soap, scrub, rinse... then I do the whole thing all over again. Then I dry off with a paper towel or a wipe, and I find myself standing there wondering where on earth to toss it once I step outside.
Naturally, I won't touch that first sheet of paper sticking out of the dispenser because God knows who was using it before me—the same goes for the toilet paper.
Am I overdoing it?😕
Well, typically, those kinds of patterns are how OCD begins.😕
Well... my medical saga over the last three weeks has been quite the rollercoaster. It started with pharyngitis, and I was put on a ten-day course of penicillin at 1500mg. After finishing, I went in for a follow-up, and the doctor told me things were looking up—and honestly, I felt fine too. But then, just two days later, the fever came roaring back, along with a sore throat and swollen lymph nodes. I had to head back to the clinic, and this time the doctor ordered urgent blood work to rule out mono. As it turns out, my white blood cell count was double what it should be, so they put me on Augmentin. At the time, I was actually relieved it wasn't mononucleosis. Fast forward to Thursday for a check-up: more blood work, and suddenly my white cell count was back to normal. Then today, during another follow-up, the rest of my lab results finally came in, and apparently, my lymphocyte levels are through the roof. To top it all off, my lymph nodes haven't gone down, and my throat is still angry and red; there's this lingering sting when I wake up in the morning, even if the sharp pain has subsided. I’m heading in for a throat swab tomorrow, and if that comes back positive, I might have to go back on penicillin—which I’m dreading, because I’ve been taking them like a kid since this started. And to make matters worse, it'll take another week to get the results... it's exhausting. Plus, I've been using that disgusting Betadine gargle for a week now, and it's just awful. I realize my situation isn't exactly a life-or-death struggle compared to much more serious illnesses, but I'm losing my mind because I've been stuck at home for three weeks now and I just can't seem to fully shake this thing.👎 😢 So, if anyone here has dealt with something similar, please let me know how it played out—whether you ended up needing the shots or managed to dodge them.😬
blueraven4 The user said:Haha! Honestly, I’m just venting for the sake of venting here. I have this intense urge to get out and actually do something, yet I can barely find the energy to stand up—and it’s only Friday. 😠
It doesn't matter much to me that I’m stuck inside today... but tomorrow? Tomorrow I was actually looking forward to heading down to the club for that Bob Marley party, and now I can't make it. 😢 Absolutely appalling.
I’ve been effectively under house arrest for two and a half weeks now. It started with strep throat—bacterial infection, white blood cell wars, and all that other nonsense. I churned through about 30 penicillin pills, felt perfectly fine for exactly one day, and then boom: fever, aches, and the usual misery all over again. They drew my blood, and the nurse at the clinic gave me such a hard time that by Monday I was going to look like a local heavy hitter from a crime drama 🙂. My white blood cell count was double what it should be, so they gave me this "magic" serum that actually seems to be working because I feel great today. I had to get more blood drawn today—this time via finger prick, since the technician saw what she did to me last time 😬—but everything looks good. I have another follow-up appointment on Monday, but until then, I’m basically sentenced to life in a Big Brother house. unknown!!!! Not that I'm complaining 🤣 Anyway... sorry, blueraven4, for not getting back to you on your question. I wasn't planning on venting, but here we are... 😵