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Posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 15:14:09
Willow,
I haven't read anything about your Dad lately and was wondering how he's doing? Hope you don't mind me asking, I'm nosey by nature... :)
Greg
Posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 16:15:15
In reply to Willow, your Dad?, posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 15:14:09
Greg
No I don't mind at all. The zyprexa has been a miracle compared to the other drugs he has been on. He's sleeping a bit more this past week, but I attribute it to the heat & humidity.
His diet is somewhat improved. I was hoping that he would put on some weight, but I haven't noticed anything yet, though that can be because we live together and I see him everyday.
His TD movements of the mouth are still there, but he isn't gagging and chocking as much anymore. Plus his personality is returning.
Was it yourself who gave Tina advice regarding her nauseau? If so good points.
How are you doing? The heat reach your corner of the world?
Little Willow
Posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 17:17:54
In reply to Re: Willow, your Dad? » Greg, posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 16:15:15
Willow,
That is really good news! Although it has a few drawbacks, like weight gain, Zyprexa has surely been a miracle for me too. I'm sure that the heat and humidity has a lot to do with his sleeping so much. I think his appetite will continue to improve. My problem is that I'm a junk-food junkie and don't eat the right foods. Too many fats and starches. So I remain fat and sassy... :)
Up until about 3 weeks ago we were having temps in the upper 90's, low 100's. But since then it's been mostly 70's and 80's. It reached 90 today. I live really close to the San Francisco Bay so humidity is never much of a factor. I sweat so easily that if it were humid I'd be miserable.
Yeah, it was me with the advice for Tina. She's been a buddy of mine for a long time and has had trouble getting decent medical care ever since I've known her. I really wish there was something I could do to help her out.
Greg
> Greg
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> No I don't mind at all. The zyprexa has been a miracle compared to the other drugs he has been on. He's sleeping a bit more this past week, but I attribute it to the heat & humidity.
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> His diet is somewhat improved. I was hoping that he would put on some weight, but I haven't noticed anything yet, though that can be because we live together and I see him everyday.
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> His TD movements of the mouth are still there, but he isn't gagging and chocking as much anymore. Plus his personality is returning.
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> Was it yourself who gave Tina advice regarding her nauseau? If so good points.
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> How are you doing? The heat reach your corner of the world?
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> Little Willow
Posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 18:29:19
In reply to Re: Willow, your Dad? » Willow, posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 17:17:54
*I think his appetite will continue to improve. My problem is that I'm a junk-food junkie and don't eat the right foods. Too many fats and starches. So I remain fat and sassy... :)
That's great to hear regarding the appetite because he is painfully thin. I've asked him a few years back about his lack of eating and he said he was scared he would get overweight. I laughed that's great my father has anorexia and schizophrenia. We both had a good laugh! But like I said before the zyprexa is making it easier for him to eat. Before he was only to eat a few bites of a sandwich and then his stomach would revolt. I wish he would have told us. Now he is able to eat without that sensation.
Regarding snacks try adding a side-dish of say baby carrots, then with time increase the size of the side-dish until it becomes the snack. One time I was able to quit smoking by not carrying any money with me. I bought only the small pack of cigs and then with time I was able to cut back. Technology caught up with me though and then we got interac. : (
>I live really close to the San Francisco Bay so humidity is never much of a factor.
Have you ever swam in the ocean or rode on those trains that we see on the rice-a-roni commercials? As a teenager I had a dream of buying a houseboat and living on a wharf in San Diego. Are you close to there. The most southerly I've ever gotten is Iowa.
> Yeah, it was me with the advice for Tina. She's been a buddy of mine for a long time and has had trouble getting decent medical care ever since I've known her. I really wish there was something I could do to help her out.From her description, I figure her gp is an old fuddy-duddy with stereotypical views of women. Once I changed gps, to a younger new one I found him more helpful, since he's not scared to discuss mental health issues.
Little Willow
Posted by tina on July 25, 2001, at 20:31:20
In reply to Re: Willow, your Dad? » Willow, posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 17:17:54
> Yeah, it was me with the advice for Tina. She's been a buddy of mine for a long time and has had trouble getting decent medical care ever since I've known her. I really wish there was something I could do to help her out.
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What did I miss??? I don't recall any advice G, did it get archived before I had the opportunity to read it? Where is it?
Oh, and I like that I'm being talked about even when I'm not here. I feel like a celebrity :)
T
Posted by tina on July 25, 2001, at 20:37:09
In reply to Health care and other trivia ... » Greg, posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 18:29:19
My GP happens to be a 36 year old female who just doesn't believe that drugs are the answer to my problems. For some people, I guess erring on the side of caution is a good practice. i just wish I wasn't being punished along with the "bad apples."
I used to have a Gp in her late sixties and she doled out meds like a pharmacy. i don't know which kind is better..........
I could never go to a male doctor. EEK.> From her description, I figure her gp is an old fuddy-duddy with stereotypical views of women. Once I changed gps, to a younger new one I found him more helpful, since he's not scared to discuss mental health issues.
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> Little Willow
Posted by Greg on July 25, 2001, at 21:04:35
In reply to Re: Um, excuse me???? Advice re nausea G???????, posted by tina on July 25, 2001, at 20:31:20
Boops,
It's on the PB page about 1/2 way down. Nothing sage, earth-shattering or life saving, just the random ramblings of an unemployed, grey-haired old fart. You know how I like to stick my nose in your business :)
XXOO,
Greg>
> > Yeah, it was me with the advice for Tina. She's been a buddy of mine for a long time and has had trouble getting decent medical care ever since I've known her. I really wish there was something I could do to help her out.
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> **********
> What did I miss??? I don't recall any advice G, did it get archived before I had the opportunity to read it? Where is it?
> Oh, and I like that I'm being talked about even when I'm not here. I feel like a celebrity :)
> T
Posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 21:52:45
In reply to Re: Um, excuse me???? Advice re nausea G???????, posted by tina on July 25, 2001, at 20:31:20
> Oh, and I like that I'm being talked about even when I'm not here. I feel like a celebrity :)
In a special way you are Tina!
What's wrong with male doctors? Pop a couple effexor and enjoy the thrill of a pap!! Okay I've lost it.
Cracked Oak Tree
Posted by tina on July 26, 2001, at 8:17:23
In reply to Re: Um, excuse me???? Advice re nausea G???????, posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 21:52:45
> > Oh, and I like that I'm being talked about even when I'm not here. I feel like a celebrity :)
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> In a special way you are Tina!
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> What's wrong with male doctors? Pop a couple effexor and enjoy the thrill of a pap!! Okay I've lost it.
********Oooh Willow, yuck! You are so hilarious, Ilove ya!
tina >
> Cracked Oak Tree
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Posted by Greg on July 26, 2001, at 11:54:54
In reply to Health care and other trivia ... » Greg, posted by Willow on July 25, 2001, at 18:29:19
> Regarding snacks try adding a side-dish of say baby carrots, then with time increase the size of the side-dish until it becomes the snack. One time I was able to quit smoking by not carrying any money with me. I bought only the small pack of cigs and then with time I was able to cut back. Technology caught up with me though and then we got interac. : (
I eat a lot of vegetables, mostly with meals. It's those in-between snacks that kill me. I rarely eat breakfast, nauseates me in the morning. Occasionally I eat lunch. But in the afternoon I start getting really hungry and snack a lot, then I gorge myself at dinner. I do love carrots, I'll pick some up and give them a try. Some exercise probably wouldn't hurt...
> Have you ever swam in the ocean or rode on those trains that we see on the rice-a-roni commercials? As a teenager I had a dream of buying a houseboat and living on a wharf in San Diego. Are you close to there. The most southerly I've ever gotten is Iowa.
Yup. I've swam in the Pacific Ocean and rode the trolley cars all over San Francisco. I've even been locked in a jail cell on Alcatraz Island (as part of a tour, thought I should clarify that :) SF is a nice place to visit, but there isn't enough money in the world to get me to live there, way too crowded. Can you say non-stop anxiety?
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> Little WillowWhen you're Little instead of Weeping, does that mean you're happier? I hope so.
Greg
Posted by Willow on July 26, 2001, at 12:49:48
In reply to Re: Health care and other trivia ... » Willow, posted by Greg on July 26, 2001, at 11:54:54
>Some exercise probably wouldn't hurt...Ooh, exercise can be very painful. That's why more of us don't do it, we can't get into the "hurts so good" groove. Walking doesn't sound like exercise and late at night when I'm waiting for someone to post I'll walk done to my fresh water pond, Lake Nipissing (the southern bay), if you look at a map of Ontario you should be able to find me.
Last night the water was still, no moon, the sky was beautiful with thousands of stars, but I was too jumpy to enjoy it. : (
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>way too crowded. Can you say non-stop anxiety?Funny you should say that, because I was thinking along those lines during my walk. What am I scared of? People. If it was a secluded lake I would have enjoyed the night.
> When you're Little instead of Weeping, does that mean you're happier? I hope so.
Thanks! I wish so too. I yearn for those moments of joy, but I've found myself at a crossroad and don't know what to do. Little probably means insignificant, incapable, insecure, unsure ... all those negative thoughts.
Weeping Willow
(salt water)
Posted by Greg on July 26, 2001, at 14:35:56
In reply to Re: Health care and other trivia ..., posted by Willow on July 26, 2001, at 12:49:48
> Ooh, exercise can be very painful. That's why more of us don't do it, we can't get into the "hurts so good" groove. Walking doesn't sound like exercise and late at night when I'm waiting for someone to post I'll walk done to my fresh water pond, Lake Nipissing (the southern bay), if you look at a map of Ontario you should be able to find me.
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> Last night the water was still, no moon, the sky was beautiful with thousands of stars, but I was too jumpy to enjoy it. : (I've looked at several maps trying to locate your lake, but no luck. Without giving away your exact location, is there a major town nearby that I could use for a starting point? I keep looking for a little Willow waving at me but can't find her :)
I like to take my walks at night too. I use the time to try to clear all the day's crap out of my system. I always take the path less-traveled so there's less of a chance of running into another human being, you know? I'd pay good money to have a lake nearby to walk by. You're very lucky!
God, even thinking about exercise makes my head hurt...
> Funny you should say that, because I was thinking along those lines during my walk. What am I scared of? People. If it was a secluded lake I would have enjoyed the night.
People...I love people. But I'm a lot more comfortable with them one-on-one. Crowds freak me out. I've been known to bolt and run out of stores just because there's more than one person in the same aisle with me. I don't know why and probably never will. I have a BBQ with all my ex co-workers on Saturday and the thought of it is terrifying at times. I need to be there, I want to do some networking and see if anyone knows of a job opening. I guess I'll just take along my usual pocket full of Xanax....
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> > When you're Little instead of Weeping, does that mean you're happier? I hope so.
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> Thanks! I wish so too. I yearn for those moments of joy, but I've found myself at a crossroad and don't know what to do. Little probably means insignificant, incapable, insecure, unsure ... all those negative thoughts.If it makes any difference, I don't see you as any of these things. You're sensitive, honest and obviously care about people. There isn't enough people like that in the world. I wish there were more of us... :)
Greg
Posted by Willow on July 26, 2001, at 18:00:23
In reply to Re: Signed: Lost in Canada...., posted by Greg on July 26, 2001, at 14:35:56
> I've looked at several maps trying to locate your lake, but no luck. Without giving away your exact location, is there a major town nearby that I could use for a starting point? I keep looking for a little Willow waving at me but can't find her :)I've decided to go to Canada's Wonderland tomorrow, so I need to pack up tonight. I'll write more when I get back.
LAKE NIPISSING City: North Bay
I'm just a little south. The Dionne Quints were born here in Callander. There's a car parked with Virginia plates on the road by the beach. Do you know who's it is??? : ) Been there a couple days, really sticks out at night because there are no other ones.
Try and find it on the map. If I had a scanner I would e-mail you a map.
Growing Willow
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