Posts by wiredwolf8

briskmaker8 said:Hey everyone,

Honestly, I wasn't quite sure where else to post this, so I figured I’d drop it here and see what you all think.☕

I’ve been on birth control for about 7 or 8 years now, cycling through a few different brands. I have zero plans to start a family right now, but I just feel like I’ve had enough. My first pack was fine for years, really, until the side effects started kicking in and ruining everything. I switched to two other types after that, but neither of them felt "right"—they just weren't it. Now my gynecologist is basically at a loss; she told me that if this third option doesn't work out, there aren't many choices left to try.🙄 I’m still dealing with side effects, and frankly, I just don't feel like myself anymore. I’m seriously considering just getting off them entirely. To be honest, I can't even remember what life was like before I started taking them.☕

For those of you who have gone through this—what was it like "coming off" after being on them for so long? How did it go for you? How much time did it actually take for your body to get back to its natural state, and did you run into any major issues during the transition? I originally started taking them because of my family history; I didn't have any issues personally, but my doctor advised me to start early as a preventative measure since it runs in the family. It’s more about prevention than cure, but now I’m a little worried about my hormones getting completely out of whack. I’m curious if anyone struggled with their body adjusting to managing its own hormones again. For context, I started when I was 16.

Thanks in advance for the help.🙏

I stopped taking them after four years because I was fed up. My cycle actually seemed normal during the very first month. However, I had one day where the symptoms hit me as hard as they did while I was on the pill. The old pains, the fatigue, the migraines—everything came back. It was so unbearable that I ended up calling my doctor to get back on them. Generally, people say it takes a few months for everything to stabilize.
I've been on them for a total of eight years now (not counting that one month), and it looks like I may never stop.
It feels "silly" to be taking them while single since it's easily the most reliable method of protection, but it seems I don't have much of a choice. I'm also a little anxious about what will happen when I eventually decide to stop for good.

Jessica Walker30 said:I have to disagree. This isn't a peer-reviewed scientific study or a credible source. Anyone can post whatever they want online, but that doesn't make it true. This is just fake news.

Even 24 News covered it, so it has to be true. 😵

Just wanted to share that I was able to get vaccinated at age 22, and it was completely free. I’m not sure if that program is still active, so you might want to check with your school physician or the CDC to see if you can still take advantage of it.
I’m heading in soon to get my second dose. I honestly had no idea this was such an widespread issue; I’ve never personally had any symptoms or anything to show for it, though my gynecologist mentioned that those specific tests aren't typically included in our standard annual checkups here in the States, so there's really no way of knowing for sure. When I mentioned to some friends that I was going in for the vaccination, several of them told me they actually tested positive—some have already fought through it, and others are still dealing with it. It was quite a shock to hear.

Amanda Kern4 said:NIghtwish with Tarja !!!
end of an era.

I'm only staying for her; the rest of them have been a bit of a letdown for me.🤣
I hear this Anette person (or whatever her name is) is leaving now too...

Jessica Wright10 said:What about everyone else? Who's actually going?

I would personally go. I have a friend from Canada who knows the language and the layout of the city perfectly, but the issue is that we are both minors. That creates immediate complications since we'd need parental permission, and even if we stayed at her place, there are still hurdles to clear... 🤷

Jessica Wright10 said:From what I can tell, the standing tickets are about $133, and those pink sections (see image) are roughly $700?
I'm definitely not paying $700. I think I'll just grab the standing ones, if they aren't sold out yet.

Question: Should I order the tickets through Ticketmaster? I'm not entirely sure how the process works since I've never attended a concert outside of the US.

I checked a currency converter and here is the breakdown:
most expensive (pink): 21,900 US Dollar (USD) = $591.30
the blue section would be: 14,900 US Dollar (USD) = $402.30
and the cheapest: 9,900 US Dollar (USD) = $267.30

So, it isn't actually that expensive.

Sandra Brooks28 said:That sounds doable, especially since the train from Chicago to Washington, D.C. isn't exactly expensive. However, I feel like concert tickets might be overpriced—if there are even any left. I have a hunch they're already sold out, but I can't be bothered to Google it. 😬

How much is that in US Dollars? I'm a bit lost when it comes to currency conversions, and honestly, I don't really feel like searching for it. 🤣.

Rebecca Cruz29 said:http://www.grupa-panorama.com/

I heard them play at a wedding yesterday, and they were fantastic... that young guitarist is incredible! 😉

I highly recommend them to everyone. They played at a wedding I attended, and I even went along to a rehearsal with the bride. We practically interrogated them with questions and specific requests, yet they handled everything perfectly—they even learned custom songs just for her. Everything was spot on. 👍
If anyone needs more details, feel free to reach out. 🙂
By the way, the young guitarist is already married. 😢

I thought this thread deserved a little boost. 🙂