Confession Time! ((ABSOLUTELY NO JUDGEMENT))
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pofoster21 wrote: »
I know - what is that?! I've had to say to friends before "Don't be kind, or I'll cry." Everyone always seems to know what that means, and will say something practical and bracing instead.FluffySandwich wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of.
Blegh blood tests.
Easier said than done, but try not to think about it too much before hand. And if you're prone to passing out, let the techs know ahead of time, you're not the only one who passes out, so I'm sure they'll have a way to help you, or at least move you somewhere safe before it happens.
And hey, usually you get free juice if you feel light headed or dizzy! And any blood they take OBVIOUSLY negates any calories the juice has.
Thanks you guys! I'll definitely warn them in advance. When I got my cap placed in my teeth and they gave me a shot to numb the area I was fine... until I wasn't. The dentist asked me with a very very concerned voice if I was ok, and just hearing him ask that made me start to feel dizzy, so he leaned me back in the chair for around 15 minutes.FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Make sure you warn the staff, ahead of time if possible. Honestly, most nurses etc. that do a lot of blood tests are very used to people who are afraid of needles and they want to make it as easy as possible on both of you, so if you tell them that you're very frightened, they can make accommodations for you like doing the test in a bed or lounger instead of in a chair, taking extra time, and that kind of thing. They might even make sure that your appointment is with someone who usually works with children or who is known to be especially gentle.
I don't have a fear of needles but I've passed out a couple times after immunizations/bloodwork for unconfirmed reasons, so I now have to warn them beforehand in case and I can honestly say that not one person has been less than awesome about it. Even at the travel health clinic recently, the nurse gave me all my shots while I was lying on the couch to make sure I didn't topple off the chair or whatever and didn't make me feel silly about it at all. Even the pharmacist who gives me my flu shot goes out of his way to make sure I'm comfortable and safe. Don't hesitate to tell them how you feel so they can help you!
Anyone ever do this? Like when your mom asks if you're ok in a very sweet voice, and you just start tearing up and wanting a hug?
YES!!
i'm doing fine, holding it in, then someone says in that ever so concerned voice...what's going on? you don't seem ok.
then bam! floodgates open!!
I'm the same way. Don't tell me you're sorry, or offer me hugs, or anything nice like that. Either ignore it, or make a light joke and let's all carry on. Otherwise I will bawl.
This is exactly how I was when my dog passed two years ago. I had one day of work left before I started my vacation and I knew I could make it through one day if no one was sympathetic.
I came close to losing it when my very sweet coworker neighbour asked me her usual chirpy, "So what did you do last night?" and I had to mumble an offhand, "oh, not much" when it was on the tip of my tongue to say, "Euthanized my dog".
I had the same issue when my dog was euthanized. It was over Thanksgiving weekend, so everyone was asking how Thanksgiving was and I would just mumble "it was fine" because I didn't want to get into it.
If people ask me how my horses are I always say fine. If someone specifically asks me about Oberon I let them know he is gone. I never volunteer it. I still tear up if I have to talk about it. I miss him every day.
I was like this when my Dad passed away too. It took me years to be able to volunteer that. And my cats. Any animal or person I have lost.
Sorry!! I know how you feel, I still get teary talking about my rodent boy too! I miss him a lot still!0 -
I know - what is that?! I've had to say to friends before "Don't be kind, or I'll cry." Everyone always seems to know what that means, and will say something practical and bracing instead.FluffySandwich wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Easier said than done, but try not to think about it too much before hand. And if you're prone to passing out, let the techs know ahead of time, you're not the only one who passes out, so I'm sure they'll have a way to help you, or at least move you somewhere safe before it happens.
And hey, usually you get free juice if you feel light headed or dizzy! And any blood they take OBVIOUSLY negates any calories the juice has.
Thanks you guys! I'll definitely warn them in advance. When I got my cap placed in my teeth and they gave me a shot to numb the area I was fine... until I wasn't. The dentist asked me with a very very concerned voice if I was ok, and just hearing him ask that made me start to feel dizzy, so he leaned me back in the chair for around 15 minutes.FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Make sure you warn the staff, ahead of time if possible. Honestly, most nurses etc. that do a lot of blood tests are very used to people who are afraid of needles and they want to make it as easy as possible on both of you, so if you tell them that you're very frightened, they can make accommodations for you like doing the test in a bed or lounger instead of in a chair, taking extra time, and that kind of thing. They might even make sure that your appointment is with someone who usually works with children or who is known to be especially gentle.
I don't have a fear of needles but I've passed out a couple times after immunizations/bloodwork for unconfirmed reasons, so I now have to warn them beforehand in case and I can honestly say that not one person has been less than awesome about it. Even at the travel health clinic recently, the nurse gave me all my shots while I was lying on the couch to make sure I didn't topple off the chair or whatever and didn't make me feel silly about it at all. Even the pharmacist who gives me my flu shot goes out of his way to make sure I'm comfortable and safe. Don't hesitate to tell them how you feel so they can help you!
Anyone ever do this? Like when your mom asks if you're ok in a very sweet voice, and you just start tearing up and wanting a hug?
YES!!
i'm doing fine, holding it in, then someone says in that ever so concerned voice...what's going on? you don't seem ok.
then bam! floodgates open!!
I'm the same way. Don't tell me you're sorry, or offer me hugs, or anything nice like that. Either ignore it, or make a light joke and let's all carry on. Otherwise I will bawl.
This is exactly how I was when my dog passed two years ago. I had one day of work left before I started my vacation and I knew I could make it through one day if no one was sympathetic.
I came close to losing it when my very sweet coworker neighbour asked me her usual chirpy, "So what did you do last night?" and I had to mumble an offhand, "oh, not much" when it was on the tip of my tongue to say, "Euthanized my dog".
I had the same issue when my dog was euthanized. It was over Thanksgiving weekend, so everyone was asking how Thanksgiving was and I would just mumble "it was fine" because I didn't want to get into it.
I had to euthanize one of mine on a Thanksgiving weekend too. He'd been diagnosed with a grapefruit-sized lung tumour about three weeks prior, steroids weren't helping, and he was deteriorating quickly. So it was like, the vet clinic is going to be closed for three days and he's not going to last for four, better deal with this now.
That was a long time ago, the clinic is open Saturdays and Sundays now.
I have spent far too much time sitting crying in the box of a truck with a crated dog on that last ride.
This made me choke up!0 -
I know - what is that?! I've had to say to friends before "Don't be kind, or I'll cry." Everyone always seems to know what that means, and will say something practical and bracing instead.FluffySandwich wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Easier said than done, but try not to think about it too much before hand. And if you're prone to passing out, let the techs know ahead of time, you're not the only one who passes out, so I'm sure they'll have a way to help you, or at least move you somewhere safe before it happens.
And hey, usually you get free juice if you feel light headed or dizzy! And any blood they take OBVIOUSLY negates any calories the juice has.
Thanks you guys! I'll definitely warn them in advance. When I got my cap placed in my teeth and they gave me a shot to numb the area I was fine... until I wasn't. The dentist asked me with a very very concerned voice if I was ok, and just hearing him ask that made me start to feel dizzy, so he leaned me back in the chair for around 15 minutes.FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Make sure you warn the staff, ahead of time if possible. Honestly, most nurses etc. that do a lot of blood tests are very used to people who are afraid of needles and they want to make it as easy as possible on both of you, so if you tell them that you're very frightened, they can make accommodations for you like doing the test in a bed or lounger instead of in a chair, taking extra time, and that kind of thing. They might even make sure that your appointment is with someone who usually works with children or who is known to be especially gentle.
I don't have a fear of needles but I've passed out a couple times after immunizations/bloodwork for unconfirmed reasons, so I now have to warn them beforehand in case and I can honestly say that not one person has been less than awesome about it. Even at the travel health clinic recently, the nurse gave me all my shots while I was lying on the couch to make sure I didn't topple off the chair or whatever and didn't make me feel silly about it at all. Even the pharmacist who gives me my flu shot goes out of his way to make sure I'm comfortable and safe. Don't hesitate to tell them how you feel so they can help you!
Anyone ever do this? Like when your mom asks if you're ok in a very sweet voice, and you just start tearing up and wanting a hug?
YES!!
i'm doing fine, holding it in, then someone says in that ever so concerned voice...what's going on? you don't seem ok.
then bam! floodgates open!!
I'm the same way. Don't tell me you're sorry, or offer me hugs, or anything nice like that. Either ignore it, or make a light joke and let's all carry on. Otherwise I will bawl.
This is exactly how I was when my dog passed two years ago. I had one day of work left before I started my vacation and I knew I could make it through one day if no one was sympathetic.
I came close to losing it when my very sweet coworker neighbour asked me her usual chirpy, "So what did you do last night?" and I had to mumble an offhand, "oh, not much" when it was on the tip of my tongue to say, "Euthanized my dog".
I had the same issue when my dog was euthanized. It was over Thanksgiving weekend, so everyone was asking how Thanksgiving was and I would just mumble "it was fine" because I didn't want to get into it.
I had to euthanize one of mine on a Thanksgiving weekend too. He'd been diagnosed with a grapefruit-sized lung tumour about three weeks prior, steroids weren't helping, and he was deteriorating quickly. So it was like, the vet clinic is going to be closed for three days and he's not going to last for four, better deal with this now.
That was a long time ago, the clinic is open Saturdays and Sundays now.
I have spent far too much time sitting crying in the box of a truck with a crated dog on that last ride.
Aww, all these stories are so sad. I related to this one though. My last dog died on Easter and back then, we couldn't really do anything since the vets were all closed that day (she started looking bad Friday night of course). We ended up burying the dog in the back yard Sunday after she passed away since we weren't sure what else to do.
My stupid grandpa took a picture of her laying there looking terrible and gave it to me later. I hate that picture. I don't want to remember her like that. This is one of my worst memories. 0 -
I know - what is that?! I've had to say to friends before "Don't be kind, or I'll cry." Everyone always seems to know what that means, and will say something practical and bracing instead.FluffySandwich wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Easier said than done, but try not to think about it too much before hand. And if you're prone to passing out, let the techs know ahead of time, you're not the only one who passes out, so I'm sure they'll have a way to help you, or at least move you somewhere safe before it happens.
And hey, usually you get free juice if you feel light headed or dizzy! And any blood they take OBVIOUSLY negates any calories the juice has.
Thanks you guys! I'll definitely warn them in advance. When I got my cap placed in my teeth and they gave me a shot to numb the area I was fine... until I wasn't. The dentist asked me with a very very concerned voice if I was ok, and just hearing him ask that made me start to feel dizzy, so he leaned me back in the chair for around 15 minutes.FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Make sure you warn the staff, ahead of time if possible. Honestly, most nurses etc. that do a lot of blood tests are very used to people who are afraid of needles and they want to make it as easy as possible on both of you, so if you tell them that you're very frightened, they can make accommodations for you like doing the test in a bed or lounger instead of in a chair, taking extra time, and that kind of thing. They might even make sure that your appointment is with someone who usually works with children or who is known to be especially gentle.
I don't have a fear of needles but I've passed out a couple times after immunizations/bloodwork for unconfirmed reasons, so I now have to warn them beforehand in case and I can honestly say that not one person has been less than awesome about it. Even at the travel health clinic recently, the nurse gave me all my shots while I was lying on the couch to make sure I didn't topple off the chair or whatever and didn't make me feel silly about it at all. Even the pharmacist who gives me my flu shot goes out of his way to make sure I'm comfortable and safe. Don't hesitate to tell them how you feel so they can help you!
Anyone ever do this? Like when your mom asks if you're ok in a very sweet voice, and you just start tearing up and wanting a hug?
YES!!
i'm doing fine, holding it in, then someone says in that ever so concerned voice...what's going on? you don't seem ok.
then bam! floodgates open!!
I'm the same way. Don't tell me you're sorry, or offer me hugs, or anything nice like that. Either ignore it, or make a light joke and let's all carry on. Otherwise I will bawl.
This is exactly how I was when my dog passed two years ago. I had one day of work left before I started my vacation and I knew I could make it through one day if no one was sympathetic.
I came close to losing it when my very sweet coworker neighbour asked me her usual chirpy, "So what did you do last night?" and I had to mumble an offhand, "oh, not much" when it was on the tip of my tongue to say, "Euthanized my dog".
I had the same issue when my dog was euthanized. It was over Thanksgiving weekend, so everyone was asking how Thanksgiving was and I would just mumble "it was fine" because I didn't want to get into it.
I had to euthanize one of mine on a Thanksgiving weekend too. He'd been diagnosed with a grapefruit-sized lung tumour about three weeks prior, steroids weren't helping, and he was deteriorating quickly. So it was like, the vet clinic is going to be closed for three days and he's not going to last for four, better deal with this now.
That was a long time ago, the clinic is open Saturdays and Sundays now.
I have spent far too much time sitting crying in the box of a truck with a crated dog on that last ride.
Aww, all these stories are so sad. I related to this one though. My last dog died on Easter and back then, we couldn't really do anything since the vets were all closed that day (she started looking bad Friday night of course). We ended up burying the dog in the back yard Sunday after she passed away since we weren't sure what else to do.
My stupid grandpa took a picture of her laying there looking terrible and gave it to me later. I hate that picture. I don't want to remember her like that. This is one of my worst memories.
My sympathies to you and everyone who lost a beloved pet/friend/relation! But why would your grandpa do that?
Reminds me of when my grandpa died. I didn't attend the funeral because it was in another country, I was only 8 and it was open casket. My mum has a photo of him in his coffin. Apparently he looks really nice and peaceful, but I don't want to see that! I have never looked at it. Thankfully she has never made me look or accidentally left it out.
Jamaicans have a weird thing about taking photos and even videos at funerals. I had a friend that had just come back from Jamaica with her husband, and they literally arrived home to a voice mail that her SIL had died. So a few days later, the husband flew back out. Her and their son did not go because of cost. Anyway, when her husband gets home, he has a video, because she could not go, he wanted her to watch it with him. She was expecting a video of the service or something....the beginning of the video was them preparing the body. REALLY??
I remember when my mother died, several of my Jamaican friends would ask why I did not have photos of her in the casket, or even a video of the funeral. All I could say was I did not want it. I mean, people video tape and take photos of things like weddings or child birth so they can relive it. Generally you don't want to live a funeral the day you are living it, why on Earth would you want to relive it like that?0 -
When I was little we had several guinea pigs in our house. They all died off eventually (mine, the daddy, was the last to go!), but every time one died my mom would ask me if I wanted to see them one last time before she buried them. For some reason I was very disturbed at seeing their corpses and never took her up on that offer...
I remember when my best friend's chinchilla died and she took a picture of him on her phone, wanting to show it to me. Yeahhhh I stayed away from that one as well.0 -
kelly_c_77 wrote: »Not to make everyone sad, but I read this secret ages ago on Postsecret, and it really stayed with me. Although it would be hard to stay with a pet until the end, after reading this, I could never leave.
I didn't stay with the first pet we ever put down..our cat, Bowie. I thought it would be too hard. I felt guilty every day after that...just imagining him there without his family. It still makes me so sad, even now as I type it.
When it was time last summer to put our dog Pacey down, I stayed the entire time until the very last few seconds. I didn't want my last view/memory (whatever you want to call it) of him to be after he passed/stopped breathing. But I held his paw and snuggled him the entire time up until the second before his last breath...and he stared right into my eyes the entire time. (I'm bawling right now typing this)...
Then just a few months later when our cat Steve had to be put down, I did the same thing.
It's still so hard to think about...but I feel much better knowing that I was there with them. Just still feel so bad about Bowie. If I could go back, I would.
I made the same mistake once.0 -
Italian_Buju wrote: »pofoster21 wrote: »So, today I just want to say I am getting so fed up at my own posts and my mistyping. Particularly when I am trying to catch a few posts in the AM when I am stuck in traffic or guzzling my protein shake to get out the door, etc. Then I come back hours later and go grrrrr how did I mistype/post that so badly!
So, friends, as a sweeping apology, I apologize for mistypes, wrong words and misspellings in my (lame) efforts to keep up.
Back to your regularly scheduled programming.
It drives me insane when I post something and then see it in a quote later and realize there is a mistake....that happened to me tonight already! So frustrating!
I do it too. It happens. I hope you had a better day today than yesterday!!
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raelynnsmama52512 wrote: »So, I definitely have ADD, no question. I also had blood drawn to check my thyroid since both my parents have issues, she put me back on the pill, and I go back in 4 weeks to follow up. As far as my back goes, basically I've got to just try to take Tylenol for now and when I go back we're going to look at trying injections. I'm currently on strattera for the ADD, to see if that helps, and once my lab results come back, we'll know what else is going on, or if my thyroid is okay or not. She did mention my weight, and I told her I was doing what I could to try to lose it, but she's also wanting to address that and go other avenues concerning that. She's concerned my weight could be affecting my back too, so I'm guessing if it's not my thyroid, she's going to try something else. She did mention the strattera has a side effect of loss of appetite, which can lead to weight loss. I feel better, but still a little confused.
Btw, anyone familiar with strattera? Lol
Was there something in particular you want to know?0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »pofoster21 wrote: »Page 1440 guys... Love the even milestones.
Catching up while riding the stationary bike. It's been 48 hours. I'm allowed.
I'm glad you are allowed to do something.
Yep walk and ride a stationary bike after 2 days. So tonight I did both!
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raelynnsmama52512 wrote: »So, I definitely have ADD, no question. I also had blood drawn to check my thyroid since both my parents have issues, she put me back on the pill, and I go back in 4 weeks to follow up. As far as my back goes, basically I've got to just try to take Tylenol for now and when I go back we're going to look at trying injections. I'm currently on strattera for the ADD, to see if that helps, and once my lab results come back, we'll know what else is going on, or if my thyroid is okay or not. She did mention my weight, and I told her I was doing what I could to try to lose it, but she's also wanting to address that and go other avenues concerning that. She's concerned my weight could be affecting my back too, so I'm guessing if it's not my thyroid, she's going to try something else. She did mention the strattera has a side effect of loss of appetite, which can lead to weight loss. I feel better, but still a little confused.
Btw, anyone familiar with strattera? Lol
My brother used it for ADHD and, according to my mother, it was a miracle drug. I recall that it was very effective in many of the students in her center who had similar issues as well, and also that it was very, very expensive. That's about all I can remember, because it was a long time ago. I hope it will be helpful for you. 0 -
Morning all
Checking in, having a good day today, which makes for 5 good days in a row. Double bonus because I am at work today. I don't usually work Fridays, but am earning extra £££ for our holiday, so small sacrifice.
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
No plans for the weekend, beyond chilling out a bit, cooking a bit, swimming a bit, and chilling out a bit more. Which sounds wasteful of time off. But believe me it'll be such a welcome change from running round after a 2 year old every weekend.0 -
Italian_Buju wrote: »
I know - what is that?! I've had to say to friends before "Don't be kind, or I'll cry." Everyone always seems to know what that means, and will say something practical and bracing instead.FluffySandwich wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Easier said than done, but try not to think about it too much before hand. And if you're prone to passing out, let the techs know ahead of time, you're not the only one who passes out, so I'm sure they'll have a way to help you, or at least move you somewhere safe before it happens.
And hey, usually you get free juice if you feel light headed or dizzy! And any blood they take OBVIOUSLY negates any calories the juice has.
Thanks you guys! I'll definitely warn them in advance. When I got my cap placed in my teeth and they gave me a shot to numb the area I was fine... until I wasn't. The dentist asked me with a very very concerned voice if I was ok, and just hearing him ask that made me start to feel dizzy, so he leaned me back in the chair for around 15 minutes.FluffySandwich wrote: »I'm going to have to get a police check and medical exam soon to apply for my Canada permanent residency and I am absolutely terrified. Not about the police check, but I KNOW I'm going to have to get a blood test and just knowing that makes me feel woozy and teary. On top of that I read a review of the place I am most likely going that said the woman giving the blood test made everything painful... oh please don't let that be the case for me.
The last time I got a blood test I passed out on the floor and woke up utterly confused and nauseous, wondering if the woman above me was my mom and being scared that I didn't remember anything. Passing out is something I have a great phobia of. Blegh blood tests.
Make sure you warn the staff, ahead of time if possible. Honestly, most nurses etc. that do a lot of blood tests are very used to people who are afraid of needles and they want to make it as easy as possible on both of you, so if you tell them that you're very frightened, they can make accommodations for you like doing the test in a bed or lounger instead of in a chair, taking extra time, and that kind of thing. They might even make sure that your appointment is with someone who usually works with children or who is known to be especially gentle.
I don't have a fear of needles but I've passed out a couple times after immunizations/bloodwork for unconfirmed reasons, so I now have to warn them beforehand in case and I can honestly say that not one person has been less than awesome about it. Even at the travel health clinic recently, the nurse gave me all my shots while I was lying on the couch to make sure I didn't topple off the chair or whatever and didn't make me feel silly about it at all. Even the pharmacist who gives me my flu shot goes out of his way to make sure I'm comfortable and safe. Don't hesitate to tell them how you feel so they can help you!
Anyone ever do this? Like when your mom asks if you're ok in a very sweet voice, and you just start tearing up and wanting a hug?
YES!!
i'm doing fine, holding it in, then someone says in that ever so concerned voice...what's going on? you don't seem ok.
then bam! floodgates open!!
I'm the same way. Don't tell me you're sorry, or offer me hugs, or anything nice like that. Either ignore it, or make a light joke and let's all carry on. Otherwise I will bawl.
This is exactly how I was when my dog passed two years ago. I had one day of work left before I started my vacation and I knew I could make it through one day if no one was sympathetic.
I came close to losing it when my very sweet coworker neighbour asked me her usual chirpy, "So what did you do last night?" and I had to mumble an offhand, "oh, not much" when it was on the tip of my tongue to say, "Euthanized my dog".
I had the same issue when my dog was euthanized. It was over Thanksgiving weekend, so everyone was asking how Thanksgiving was and I would just mumble "it was fine" because I didn't want to get into it.
I had to euthanize one of mine on a Thanksgiving weekend too. He'd been diagnosed with a grapefruit-sized lung tumour about three weeks prior, steroids weren't helping, and he was deteriorating quickly. So it was like, the vet clinic is going to be closed for three days and he's not going to last for four, better deal with this now.
That was a long time ago, the clinic is open Saturdays and Sundays now.
I have spent far too much time sitting crying in the box of a truck with a crated dog on that last ride.
Aww, all these stories are so sad. I related to this one though. My last dog died on Easter and back then, we couldn't really do anything since the vets were all closed that day (she started looking bad Friday night of course). We ended up burying the dog in the back yard Sunday after she passed away since we weren't sure what else to do.
My stupid grandpa took a picture of her laying there looking terrible and gave it to me later. I hate that picture. I don't want to remember her like that. This is one of my worst memories.
My sympathies to you and everyone who lost a beloved pet/friend/relation! But why would your grandpa do that?
Reminds me of when my grandpa died. I didn't attend the funeral because it was in another country, I was only 8 and it was open casket. My mum has a photo of him in his coffin. Apparently he looks really nice and peaceful, but I don't want to see that! I have never looked at it. Thankfully she has never made me look or accidentally left it out.
Jamaicans have a weird thing about taking photos and even videos at funerals. I had a friend that had just come back from Jamaica with her husband, and they literally arrived home to a voice mail that her SIL had died. So a few days later, the husband flew back out. Her and their son did not go because of cost. Anyway, when her husband gets home, he has a video, because she could not go, he wanted her to watch it with him. She was expecting a video of the service or something....the beginning of the video was them preparing the body. REALLY??
I remember when my mother died, several of my Jamaican friends would ask why I did not have photos of her in the casket, or even a video of the funeral. All I could say was I did not want it. I mean, people video tape and take photos of things like weddings or child birth so they can relive it. Generally you don't want to live a funeral the day you are living it, why on Earth would you want to relive it like that?
Thinking about my Dad's funeral, we were quite overwhelmed when the service was packed out, they had the main seating area full, extra seats up the top and then a load of people having to stand at the back. There are some people who obviously my Dad meant enough to for them to come, but we will probably never see them again, so I guess maybe it would've been nice to have a record of that, but I doubt in reality I'd ever really look back.0 -
orangesmartie wrote: »Morning all
Checking in, having a good day today, which makes for 5 good days in a row. Double bonus because I am at work today. I don't usually work Fridays, but am earning extra £££ for our holiday, so small sacrifice.
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
No plans for the weekend, beyond chilling out a bit, cooking a bit, swimming a bit, and chilling out a bit more. Which sounds wasteful of time off. But believe me it'll be such a welcome change from running round after a 2 year old every weekend.
Morning! So glad all is continuing to go well! And that you and @girldownsouth met up again I think that is so cool. Hopefully @LBuehrle8 will be able to meet up with you guys when she lands there TOMORROW! And the weekend plans sounds wonderful to me!
Happy Friday all!0 -
And very nice it was too in the sunshine! I'm looking after the sweetest dog for the weekend and she joined us too, kept going for a little lie down in the river which was quite amusing.orangesmartie wrote: »
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
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girldownsouth wrote: »
And very nice it was too in the sunshine! I'm looking after the sweetest dog for the weekend and she joined us too, kept going for a little lie down in the river which was quite amusing.orangesmartie wrote: »
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
Nice! Hopefully she wasn't smelly after the river bath!0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »girldownsouth wrote: »
And very nice it was too in the sunshine! I'm looking after the sweetest dog for the weekend and she joined us too, kept going for a little lie down in the river which was quite amusing.orangesmartie wrote: »
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
Nice! Hopefully she wasn't smelly after the river bath!
She was dirty, kept rolling around in the grass, had to pick all sorts out of her fur when I got her home, and towel her off before she came in the house (she's incredibly placid and just stands there and lets you do all of this), but fortunately she wasn't smelly. She is going to get a good bath and brush while she's staying though.0 -
Good luck @FluffySandwich, I hope it wasn't too bad for you! Get yourself some horrible bubble tea for after if that's what helps!0
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FluffySandwich wrote: »
Apparently getting tested now and sending it in with the application does speed up the process, but it may expire before they are done processing my application and then I'd have to get a blood test again. My boyfriend just informed me that I might have to get a second one no matter what I do. I'm sitting here after a few panic attacks today... I was steeling myself for going into the blood test tomorrow, sitting at home all day to try and relax and make myself mentally prepared... so suddenly hearing ''You shouldn't do it, you should wait'' has me all shaken up again. It's like my mind jumped in joy ("YAY NO BLOOD TEST TOMORROW!") while another part of my mind said "I already have an appointment.... for tomorrow at 10 AM." It just shook me up more. I'm thinking about calling them early in the morning to ask about this whole application business since they deal with these things. If they think I should cancel my appointment and are ok with doing it, then that's fine by me... if they want me to come in, I will. I don't want to be a burden on them, as these people make appointments for a reason. I don't want to cancel last minute... even with horrible anxiety over the blood test.Me too, @FluffySandwich. I'd much rather have it ready to do and not delay the processing unnecessarily.
Oh that's rubbish for you. I know what I'd do, but it's no help to you since I don't have your needle phobia.0 -
I had a good swim this morning before work. I'm only managing about once a week at the moment, but I enjoy it when I do go. Unfortunately 3 hours later and my hips are already starting to ache. Even though I did only front crawl and no breast stroke. Rubbish!0
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Morning everyone. I'm sorry I haven't been commenting much, I have been reading all the posts. This is just been such a busy week at work for me.
Just know that I'm thinking of you all, between the posts here and in the bat cave.
But in case I don't get back - I hope you have a fantastic trip Laura!!
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I'm off work for most of next week so fully expect to fall completely behind since I don't check the thread from home (crap internet!).
I'm quite excited as we'll be fixing and decorating our bedroom. Hurray for having at least one room done before the baby comes! My house is a major fixer-upper. We did manage to complete all the structural and desperate work before getting pregnant (was the plan) but there was such a lot to do we knew the aesthetic stuff would likely have to wait. If we had waited until the house was 'done' I would probably have started the menopause by then! So having a room with an actual nice carpet is the biggest luxury for me. It's been 2 years since I had a room with a nice carpet. I can't remember what my bare feet look like!0 -
I'm off work for most of next week so fully expect to fall completely behind since I don't check the thread from home (crap internet!).
I'm quite excited as we'll be fixing and decorating our bedroom. Hurray for having at least one room done before the baby comes! My house is a major fixer-upper. We did manage to complete all the structural and desperate work before getting pregnant (was the plan) but there was such a lot to do we knew the aesthetic stuff would likely have to wait. If we had waited until the house was 'done' I would probably have started the menopause by then! So having a room with an actual nice carpet is the biggest luxury for me. It's been 2 years since I had a room with a nice carpet. I can't remember what my bare feet look like!
Enjoy! Sounds like fun... don't do too much with that baby on board!0 -
@FluffySandwich good luck today. Don't let the blood work freak you out...unless you ended up canceling your appt.
@LBuehrle8 safe flight and have fun!0 -
girldownsouth wrote: »pofoster21 wrote: »girldownsouth wrote: »
And very nice it was too in the sunshine! I'm looking after the sweetest dog for the weekend and she joined us too, kept going for a little lie down in the river which was quite amusing.orangesmartie wrote: »
Had a lovely long walk along the river with @girldownsouth yesterday.
Nice! Hopefully she wasn't smelly after the river bath!
She was dirty, kept rolling around in the grass, had to pick all sorts out of her fur when I got her home, and towel her off before she came in the house (she's incredibly placid and just stands there and lets you do all of this), but fortunately she wasn't smelly. She is going to get a good bath and brush while she's staying though.
I am sure she'll love it!0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »Page 1440 guys... Love the even milestones.
Catching up while riding the stationary bike. It's been 48 hours. I'm allowed.
This made me smile. Thanks for following instructions. I promise they give them for good reasons, even though I hate following them too.
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saraherren wrote: »Okay so I went to the doctor on Monday about my extreme loss of appetite and lack of a menstrual cycle since last September. She took a blood sample to test my insulin, DHEA, and estrogen levels. I'm still waiting for the results on that. I also went to the doctor today for both a pelvic and transvaginal ultrasound to check for cysts (sorry if I grossed out any guys reading thise
). Hopefully by the middle of next week I'll have the results of everything. The doctor I went to on Monday also suggested I see a therapist since I have been scared of increasing my carb and calorie intake since reaching my goal weight in January.
Good luck! Keep us posted.
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Sooo... I am up 6lbs since Monday because of 2 days not eating great (not terribly but not great), ate perfect and exercised yesterday gained .4 lbs to today. I just want you all to know (to borrow @girldownsouth 's phrase) that that is rubbish. Grrr. Have a nice day all.
ETA it's actually @spamarie 's phrase but all you Brits use it so....whatever. 0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »Sooo... I am up 6lbs since Monday because of 2 days not eating great (not terribly but not great), ate perfect and exercised yesterday gained .4 lbs to today. I just want you all to know (to borrow @girldownsouth 's phrase) that that is rubbish. Grrr. Have a nice day all.
ETA it's actually @spamarie 's phrase but all you Brits use it so....whatever.
Pardon me while I smile some more. When i worked at our cancer clinic, we loved weight gain. It was the first sign we were winning. The cancer is no longer using your calories and I know when you can exercise again you'll get it off.
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@mohousdon I blame you for this.
ETA: Rubbish! Sometimes my phone will post a photo and sometimes not. There was supposed to be a picture of my zucchini bread with cream cheese icing there....0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »Sooo... I am up 6lbs since Monday because of 2 days not eating great (not terribly but not great), ate perfect and exercised yesterday gained .4 lbs to today. I just want you all to know (to borrow @girldownsouth 's phrase) that that is rubbish. Grrr. Have a nice day all.
ETA it's actually @spamarie 's phrase but all you Brits use it so....whatever.
That IS rubbish!
You'll get rid of it soon, I'm sure!0
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