Couch 194: The Floral Couch

atisketatasket · Apr 22, 2019 at 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by CantExplain

That's what the chorus says in The Frogs.

Yup. They’re farting.

atisketatasket · Apr 22, 2019 at 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by chihirochild

Couchies, could I have some advice? I'm wondering if this is something y'all would agree to.

I have already agreed to call T before I SH or when the SI is quite bad... and now he wants me to agree to call him before going to the ED. (I've only ever done this once in my life for psych reasons, and that ended up in me being admitted for a month.)

He says it's because he wants me to avoid going inpatient, which I also want to avoid... and I suppose I should be glad he is signing on for more phone calls rather than fewer. But I also want to maintain some freaking autonomy. Like, surely if things are so bad that I am actually taking myself to the ED, he's not going to be able to do anything to talk me down? (This is relevant right now b/c I've been considering going to the ED and asking to be admitted b/c things are quite awful at present.)

I dunno, what sayeth the couch? (And/or what sayeth @@'s new cat; not speciesist here.)

New cat says maybe it’s so he knows you’re going and can intervene if need be once you get there if it looks like you might be admitted?

CantExplain · Apr 22, 2019 at 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by atisketatasket

Yup. They’re farting.

I can't tell if you are serious.

unaluna · Apr 22, 2019 at 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CantExplain

I can't tell if you are serious.

She never fools around. Unless you wanna buy a new sim card...

WarmFuzzySocks · Apr 22, 2019 at 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by chihirochild

Couchies, could I have some advice? I'm wondering if this is something y'all would agree to.

I have already agreed to call T before I SH or when the SI is quite bad... and now he wants me to agree to call him before going to the ED. (I've only ever done this once in my life for psych reasons, and that ended up in me being admitted for a month.)

He says it's because he wants me to avoid going inpatient, which I also want to avoid... and I suppose I should be glad he is signing on for more phone calls rather than fewer. But I also want to maintain some freaking autonomy. Like, surely if things are so bad that I am actually taking myself to the ED, he's not going to be able to do anything to talk me down? (This is relevant right now b/c I've been considering going to the ED and asking to be admitted b/c things are quite awful at present.)

I dunno, what sayeth the couch? (And/or what sayeth @@'s new cat; not speciesist here.)

I think you'd be agreeing to strategy that offers you additional support. You'll still have some autonomy within that support.

For what it's worth, I just ran that by my old cat. He stretched and head-butted me. Either he agrees or he thinks you should pet your cat.

WarmFuzzySocks · Apr 22, 2019 at 10:40 AM

This morning, my old cat ran into eldest teen's room and barfed up a hair ball. I've never seen that kid get up so fast.

I love that crotchety old cat.

Lemoncake · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ScarletPimpernel

I'm really afraid L is going to abandon me. I forgot until tonight that she mentioned that we should look for other supports. I'm so mad at myself that I trusted her. I know the financial problems are mine and not her, but looking back, it didn't seem like she was willing to come to any compromises unless I see her minimum every other week. I get it...if I only see her once a month, she'll have a hard time saving my time slot. She is running a business and needs to fill her time. And if she is willing to do a tab, she isn't willing to do it for long. I just feel so depressed. I apologize I didn't process this sooner. I guess all the stress has distracted me. I hate life right now. There just so much going on! And I'm truly afraid I'm going to lose L.

Don't be too hard on yourself for trusting her. Maybe you could still see her once a month, but at different times, with no fixed spot.

If you sold the house to pay of debts. How much is left over now or is it all cleared? Some charities will help you speak to your lenders and can freeze interest.

Lemoncake · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by WarmFuzzySocks

This morning, my old cat ran into eldest teen's room and barfed up a hair ball. I've never seen that kid get up so fast.

I love that crotchety old cat.

And the bonus is no batteries needed with the cat alarm!

Apr 22, 2019 at 11:26 AM

Well, I worked 5a-8:30a then called out sick for the rest of the day. Sitting up working was really uncomfortable on my back/shoulder. I took another hot shower and am now camped out on the couch; laying down is so much better. I don't feel too bad about calling out, I hadn't since last June and that was only cuz I was in the hospital and didn't have a choice....

Lemoncake · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by chihirochild

Couchies, could I have some advice? I'm wondering if this is something y'all would agree to.

I have already agreed to call T before I SH or when the SI is quite bad... and now he wants me to agree to call him before going to the ED. (I've only ever done this once in my life for psych reasons, and that ended up in me being admitted for a month.)

He says it's because he wants me to avoid going inpatient, which I also want to avoid... and I suppose I should be glad he is signing on for more phone calls rather than fewer. But I also want to maintain some freaking autonomy. Like, surely if things are so bad that I am actually taking myself to the ED, he's not going to be able to do anything to talk me down? (This is relevant right now b/c I've been considering going to the ED and asking to be admitted b/c things are quite awful at present.)

I dunno, what sayeth the couch? (And/or what sayeth @@'s new cat; not speciesist here.)

I would message him, but i think he needs you provide you with more support than what he is currently providing, even if that meant seeing you 3/4/5 times a week to help you get through this.

unaluna · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:27 AM

Artie do you take ibuprophen? I love that stuff for muscle inflammation.

Apr 22, 2019 at 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by unaluna

Artie do you take ibuprophen? I love that stuff for muscle inflammation.

Yep , my nurse friend recommended I take 800mg so that's what I'm doing. That, and resting which she also recommended.

Lemoncake · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ArtieSwimsOn

Well, I worked 5a-8:30a then called out sick for the rest of the day. Sitting up working was really uncomfortable on my back/shoulder. I took another hot shower and am now camped out on the couch; laying down is so much better. I don't feel too bad about calling out, I hadn't since last June and that was only cuz I was in the hospital and didn't have a choice....

It's good to be able to recognize when we need to just stop.

Our pharmacy sold Epsom salts which can be added to baths, to help with aches and pains. They might help.

Lemoncake · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by ArtieSwimsOn

Yep , my nurse friend recommended I take 800mg so that's what I'm doing. That, and resting which she also recommended.

Cause I'm retaking pharmacology I can say:

1200mg (400mg x3) is the recommend dose without a prescription.

Apr 22, 2019 at 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Lemoncake

It's good to be able to recognize when we need to just stop.

Our pharmacy sold Epsom salts which can be added to baths, to help with aches and pains. They might help.

I forgot all about that. I think I might even have some. Thanks!

Apr 22, 2019 at 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Lemoncake

Cause I'm retaking pharmacology I can say:

1200mg (400mg x3) is the recommend dose without a prescription.

Thanks for that too!

unaluna · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:39 AM

Nurse, doctor, and witch doctor - we are a full service website!

(Thats the nurse playing cards on the left - google it!)

atisketatasket · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by CantExplain

I can't tell if you are serious.

I am. It’s onomatopoeia (also for ribbeting). Also this joke makes more sense if it is:

(Paraphrasing)

Dionysus: My butt is leaky, I’m about to—
Frogs: Brek ek ek ko ax ko ax!

chihirochild · Apr 22, 2019 at 11:54 AM

I called my chief resident and told her I was struggling and she cancelled all of my patients for the rest of the week. I think I sound like extra crap on the phone.

I feel like a failure.

LostOnTheTrail · Apr 22, 2019 at 12:03 PM

I'm sorry, Chihiro.

Taking care of yourself isn't failure, though.

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WarmFuzzySocks Magnet Member Since Jun 2017 Location: in the garden Posts: 2,309 6 15.5k hugs given	Apr 22, 2019 at 10:40 AM #306 This morning, my old cat ran into eldest teen's room and barfed up a hair ball. I've never seen that kid get up so fast. I love that crotchety old cat. __________________ Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by accidents of time, or place, or circumstance, are brought into closer connection with you. (St. Augustine)

unaluna Elder Harridan x-hankster Member Since Jun 2011 Location: Milan/Michigan Posts: 39,867 (SuperPoster!) 12 66.4k hugs given	Apr 22, 2019 at 11:27 AM #311 Artie do you take ibuprophen? I love that stuff for muscle inflammation.

unaluna Elder Harridan x-hankster Member Since Jun 2011 Location: Milan/Michigan Posts: 39,867 (SuperPoster!) 12 66.4k hugs given	Apr 22, 2019 at 11:39 AM #317 Nurse, doctor, and witch doctor - we are a full service website! (Thats the nurse playing cards on the left - google it!)

chihirochild Magnate Member Since Feb 2017 Location: North America Posts: 2,360 7 4,865 hugs given	Apr 22, 2019 at 11:54 AM #319 I called my chief resident and told her I was struggling and she cancelled all of my patients for the rest of the week. I think I sound like extra crap on the phone. I feel like a failure.