Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Hey everyone, is anyone actually hanging out here today, or is everybody back at their day jobs again?
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Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Looks like everyone's already passed out. Goodnight, y'all!
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Hey guys, anyone still awake?
Kidney transplant experiences and advice
in Health ·
How long have you guys been on the waiting list?
What kind of medical records or test results do I actually need to pull together to get added to the list?
What kind of medical records or test results do I actually need to pull together to get added to the list?
Dialysis: How many of us are here?
in Health ·
Yeah, those are definitely symptoms you see with hemodialysis. You don't really deal with that stuff when you're on peritoneal dialysis—you can eat in moderation and drink without feeling nauseous all the time.
I used to go in for my checkups every single month without fail, and then out of nowhere, my creatinine levels just went haywire. Then my potassium, phosphorus... everything just spiraled. My blood work tanked so badly that I now need to get erythropoietin injections twice a month, but...
Well, our healthcare system is what it is. Even though the medication is on the approved list, they wouldn't give it to me—it's called Mercer. After spending forever trying to track down a lawyer at the Department's pharmacy division, I found out it all comes down to one specific sentence the doctor needs to write... I've asked them to apply an exception to Guideline 28, so hopefully, everything will be sorted by next month.
I used to go in for my checkups every single month without fail, and then out of nowhere, my creatinine levels just went haywire. Then my potassium, phosphorus... everything just spiraled. My blood work tanked so badly that I now need to get erythropoietin injections twice a month, but...
Well, our healthcare system is what it is. Even though the medication is on the approved list, they wouldn't give it to me—it's called Mercer. After spending forever trying to track down a lawyer at the Department's pharmacy division, I found out it all comes down to one specific sentence the doctor needs to write... I've asked them to apply an exception to Guideline 28, so hopefully, everything will be sorted by next month.
Dialysis: How many of us are here?
in Health ·
The longer we delay getting things sorted, the worse it gets for us, especially since our kidneys just keep failing. I’m pretty sure we’re looking at chronic kidney failure. Personally, I took my doctors' advice to heart—they suggested starting treatment right away so we can preserve what kidney function we have left before we eventually hit the point where a transplant becomes the only option.
There are basically two ways to go about dialysis: hemodialysis using a machine, or peritoneal dialysis, which you do yourself at home. I ended up choosing the peritoneal route for a bunch of different reasons.
To be honest, it didn't take me long to adjust. Once that initial shock wore off—you know, that realization that I was now living with a lifelong disability—I decided to just face it head-on and be brave.
There are basically two ways to go about dialysis: hemodialysis using a machine, or peritoneal dialysis, which you do yourself at home. I ended up choosing the peritoneal route for a bunch of different reasons.
To be honest, it didn't take me long to adjust. Once that initial shock wore off—you know, that realization that I was now living with a lifelong disability—I decided to just face it head-on and be brave.
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Hey ladies, it feels like it’s been forever since I’ve popped in here. Just wanted to drop a quick hello to everyone. I’ve been keeping up with all your posts, and I actually decided to start a new thread on the health topic because I feel like I might have some solid advice that could really help you out right now.
Sending 🙂love to everyone
Sending 🙂love to everyone
Dialysis: How many of us are here?
in Health ·
I checked to see if there was already a thread for this, but since I couldn't find one, I figured I'd start it. There are so many of us out there, and having just finished my recent stint on dialysis, I really wanted to create a space where we can swap stories and actually support one another. Even though I’ve been around this forum for a long time, I'm moving over from the accounting section to join you all here. So, please, don't be shy—say hi.🙂
For us, a whole new chapter of life is beginning.
For us, a whole new chapter of life is beginning.
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Hey everyone, just popping back in here for a quick second to say hi to the whole crew.
I’ve been lurking and reading through all your posts, but I wanted to check in briefly so you know I'm still hanging out with you guys.
I actually stumbled upon this little note I received once... it said...
Just take life one day at a time,
and then move forward into whatever comes next.
Don't try to live in the past,
the present, and the future all at the exact same moment.
Wishing you tons of health, love, and happiness!
I really loved that sentiment.
Sending my best to all of you!🙂👍:jumping:
I’ve been lurking and reading through all your posts, but I wanted to check in briefly so you know I'm still hanging out with you guys.
I actually stumbled upon this little note I received once... it said...
Just take life one day at a time,
and then move forward into whatever comes next.
Don't try to live in the past,
the present, and the future all at the exact same moment.
Wishing you tons of health, love, and happiness!
I really loved that sentiment.
Sending my best to all of you!🙂👍:jumping:
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Not tomorrow, though—it's actually this Tuesday. I swear, my internal clock is totally broken; I keep waking up thinking it's Sunday.
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Finally some good news!
I actually saw her, and I’ll most likely be heading into the hospital the day after tomorrow, which should take a bit of the weight off my shoulders. My only real regret is that I won't be able to chip in much more financially once they finally get settled back at home.
I'll check back in with you guys tomorrow.
Best,
I actually saw her, and I’ll most likely be heading into the hospital the day after tomorrow, which should take a bit of the weight off my shoulders. My only real regret is that I won't be able to chip in much more financially once they finally get settled back at home.
I'll check back in with you guys tomorrow.
Best,
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
She’s got this thick black hair, cute little dimples, and bright blue eyes.
I really hope she keeps those blue eyes (like her dad and grandpa),
since they usually change color as you get older.🙂
I really hope she keeps those blue eyes (like her dad and grandpa),
since they usually change color as you get older.🙂
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Today’s been a total drag, so I figured I’d try to lift my spirits by getting some gift packing done. I just welcomed my granddaughter the day before yesterday—little Lucy is absolutely precious.
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Man, I totally blanked out on that...
There aren't really people constantly getting under his skin anymore; they just pop up every once in a while to give him a hard time.
But he handles it pretty well. I actually went back through some older posts to check.
There aren't really people constantly getting under his skin anymore; they just pop up every once in a while to give him a hard time.
But he handles it pretty well. I actually went back through some older posts to check.
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Hey ladies, I see you all hanging out here! What's the word?
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Look, whenever I get a chance to chime in, here’s my two cents: trust me when I say I’ve been in that spot where I just wanted to crawl into a hole because I realized how badly I’d messed up.🙂I used to sit there wondering, "How on earth did I let this happen?" But looking back, my biggest mistake was always leaving things until the absolute last second. That was ages ago, though. Now, I’ve made it a rule to get everything turned in at least ten days early—so far ahead of schedule that I’ve actually called Finn to point out mistakes they hadn't even noticed yet.
That one change completely killed the "last-minute panic" stress for me.
Seriously, give it a shot; you'll feel so much better. For instance, I managed to wrap up my stats and final reports a few days after the deadline once I started working this way.☕
That one change completely killed the "last-minute panic" stress for me.
Seriously, give it a shot; you'll feel so much better. For instance, I managed to wrap up my stats and final reports a few days after the deadline once I started working this way.☕
How to sign up for Medicare
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
If you registered your business through the Delaware Chancery Court, then everything is handled right there in Washington, D.C., between the IRS and the Department of Defense.
For health insurance stuff, you just head toward wherever that office is located—whether it’s over on Klović or near Remeinec...
For health insurance stuff, you just head toward wherever that office is located—whether it’s over on Klović or near Remeinec...
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
So,
Jessica Grant56, am I really the only guy left hanging out with all these ladies?
Where did everyone go, Dante, Vlad...
Hey, did you notice Nat popped up too? It’s like the old crew is back together, plus some new faces.
Honestly, it makes me so happy to see this.
I was looking back through some of your old posts—man, when do you actually sleep?
Do you even sleep at all? You're like a little machine that never shuts off.Let's grab a coffee down by the pier if it isn't freezing where you are.☕
Jessica Grant56, am I really the only guy left hanging out with all these ladies?
Where did everyone go, Dante, Vlad...
Hey, did you notice Nat popped up too? It’s like the old crew is back together, plus some new faces.
Honestly, it makes me so happy to see this.
I was looking back through some of your old posts—man, when do you actually sleep?
Do you even sleep at all? You're like a little machine that never shuts off.Let's grab a coffee down by the pier if it isn't freezing where you are.☕
Virtual Coffee Break - Chat
in Business, Accounting & Taxes ·
Man, thanks everyone. I honestly didn't realize I had so many friends hanging out here in the comments or reaching out privately.
Thanks 🙂
Thanks 🙂