[Wild Coyote]

Christina! I'll be waiting to hear!

Wander! Am thinking of you and hope the injection truly helps!

Blue! Thanks for the link! I am doing an order later today!

Well, now I don't know if I'll be getting my Zoloft before my trip...

My pdoc's assistant is refusing to let me talk to my pdoc after I said four times on one call that I need a prescription. (I had called her last week as well, btw.) She said that one of my prescriptions from November 8th has a refill and to use that refill. The problem is that there is NO such November 8th prescription and thus NO refill.

When I hung up, I looked on my pharmacy's website yet again and still couldn't find any kind of refill. Then I called up the pharmacy and they said they didn't have any Zoloft refill in their system from any date. I explained that I was calling because my pdoc's assistant said I had a refill, even though I figured I did not. Then the pharmacist lady was like, "Nope, we can't refill. We don't have any refills."

Now tomorrow it's supposed to snow and rain (i.e., it'll be really slippery), which means I probably won't be able to get it tomorrow. Not that that matters anyways, since the dumb lady is gone for the day today and won't be getting back to me anytime soon. And I guess if it's "too snowy" for her to go into the office, then she probably won't come in until Wednesday. At that point, it's too late because the pharmacy NEVER fills on the same day. They always take at least a day to fill, and sometimes it's longer if they're out of stock.

Possible trigger:

If I get depressed and want to kill myself because I have 0 pills left and haven't taken it for over a week, then it'll be her fault

[Victoria'smom]

3 hours until my appointment.

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

Well, now I don't know if I'll be getting my Zoloft before my trip...

My pdoc's assistant is refusing to let me talk to my pdoc after I said four times on one call that I need a prescription. (I had called her last week as well, btw.) She said that one of my prescriptions from November 8th has a refill and to use that refill. The problem is that there is NO such November 8th prescription and thus NO refill.

When I hung up, I looked on my pharmacy's website yet again and still couldn't find any kind of refill. Then I called up the pharmacy and they said they didn't have any Zoloft refill in their system from any date. I explained that I was calling because my pdoc's assistant said I had a refill, even though I figured I did not. Then the pharmacist lady was like, "Nope, we can't refill. We don't have any refills."

Now tomorrow it's supposed to snow and rain (i.e., it'll be really slippery), which means I probably won't be able to get it tomorrow. Not that that matters anyways, since the dumb lady is gone for the day today and won't be getting back to me anytime soon. And I guess if it's "too snowy" for her to go into the office, then she probably won't come in until Wednesday. At that point, it's too late because the pharmacy NEVER fills on the same day. They always take at least a day to fill, and sometimes it's longer if they're out of stock.

Possible trigger:

If I get depressed and want to kill myself because I have 0 pills left and haven't taken it for over a week, then it'll be her fault

bluebicycle, I'm in disbelief at how you are being treated. I'm so sorry you are put into this situation. I can't imagine my pharmacist ever just telling me to blow off like that. I am 99% sure that my pharmacist would have called my doctor's office and told them I had no refills and would ask if refills were approved. That would solve the problem. Can you call your pharmacist and ask that they do that for you? You may also want to let them know about the confusion and that you have not been able to take your medications because you ran out X number of days ago.

It sounds to my that your doctor's assistant may not be the one to take any initiative. That's why I'm hoping maybe your pharmacist will? I do think that next time you get to see/talk to your psychiatrist that you tell him/her about the assistant's error.

I'm assuming you have NOT been taking more of that medication than you should. If you have been taking it, as directed, please really advocate for yourself strongly. You should not be a victim in this. You may need to put forth some very assertive statements.

The red-bellied woodpecker you see in my avatar has been eating at our seed feeder all morning. He/she is at the top of the pecking order (literally and figuratively). Even the usual bully blue jay waits for the red-bellied woodpecker to leave before he/she moves in.

Well, I FINALLY finished my Czech Christmas cookie blog series. I called it my "Czech Christmas Cookie Countdown". Since November 11th, I have posted 10 Czech Christmas cookie recipes, plus a Czech Christmas sweet bread recipe. Today, I posted the main post that includes photographs, descriptions, and links to all of the individual recipes. All are either my photos (not always that great) or my husband's. I did not make all 11 of these recipes this year. Four of the 11 I made last year and had photos from them. Yes, that means I've made seven of these buggers since October. I actually still plan to make two of the ones I didn't make this year, but that are already in the post.

Attached is a photo of the most involved cookie I've made so far in my life. They are called "Vosí Hnízda", which stands for "Wasp Nests" in Czech. They are also commonly referred to as "Bee Hive" cookies, because they look even more like a bee hive. They are a 3-dimensional cookie with the top part made in a special bee hive mold. The dough of the cookie is a walnut rum flavored dough. It is then filled with rum or brandy flavored eggnog, then a Nilla vanilla wafer is adhered to the bottoms to keep the eggnog in. The molded dough is never baked, but dries out a bit after about 12 hours plus. The eggnog never fully escapes. In the photo, the cookies with the edible bumble bees on the top are the cookie without chocolate coating. There is a regular nut version and a nut version that has cocoa in it (color difference). Then on the sides, I have coated some with dark chocolate, some with white chocolate, and others with white chocolate dyed green with food coloring. These have all been decorated in various ways. Anyone interested in seeing them, see attached.

Done with the cookie project!!!!!!!

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

Well, now I don't know if I'll be getting my Zoloft before my trip...


My pdoc's assistant is refusing to let me talk to my pdoc after I said four times on one call that I need a prescription. (I had called her last week as well, btw.) She said that one of my prescriptions from November 8th has a refill and to use that refill. The problem is that there is NO such November 8th prescription and thus NO refill.


When I hung up, I looked on my pharmacy's website yet again and still couldn't find any kind of refill. Then I called up the pharmacy and they said they didn't have any Zoloft refill in their system from any date. I explained that I was calling because my pdoc's assistant said I had a refill, even though I figured I did not. Then the pharmacist lady was like, "Nope, we can't refill. We don't have any refills."


Now tomorrow it's supposed to snow and rain (i.e., it'll be really slippery), which means I probably won't be able to get it tomorrow. Not that that matters anyways, since the dumb lady is gone for the day today and won't be getting back to me anytime soon. And I guess if it's "too snowy" for her to go into the office, then she probably won't come in until Wednesday. At that point, it's too late because the pharmacy NEVER fills on the same day. They always take at least a day to fill, and sometimes it's longer if they're out of stock.

Possible trigger:

If I get depressed and want to kill myself because I have 0 pills left and haven't taken it for over a week, then it'll be her fault

Blue you can call your pharmacist and they can request a refill. The pharmacy can give them fill dates to show you are indeed due for it. Please push hard on this ... you need that Med to stay stable. Be that squeaky wheel

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by BirdDancer

The red-bellied woodpecker you see in my avatar has been eating at our seed feeder all morning. He/she is at the top of the pecking order (literally and figuratively). Even the usual bully blue jay waits for the red-bellied woodpecker to leave before he/she moves in.


Well, I FINALLY finished my Czech Christmas cookie blog series. I called it my "Czech Christmas Cookie Countdown". Since November 11th, I have posted 10 Czech Christmas cookie recipes, plus a Czech Christmas sweet bread recipe. Today, I posted the main post that includes photographs, descriptions, and links to all of the individual recipes. All are either my photos (not always that great) or my husband's. I did not make all 11 of these recipes this year. Four of the 11 I made last year and had photos from them. Yes, that means I've made seven of these buggers since October. I actually still plan to make two of the ones I didn't make this year, but that are already in the post.


Attached is a photo of the most involved cookie I've made so far in my life. They are called "Vosí Hnízda", which stands for "Wasp Nests" in Czech. They are also commonly referred to as "Bee Hive" cookies, because they look even more like a bee hive. They are a 3-dimensional cookie with the top part made in a special bee hive mold. The dough of the cookie is a walnut rum flavored dough. It is then filled with rum or brandy flavored eggnog, then a Nilla vanilla wafer is adhered to the bottoms to keep the eggnog in. The molded dough is never baked, but dries out a bit after about 12 hours plus. The eggnog never fully escapes. In the photo, the cookies with the edible bumble bees on the top are the cookie without chocolate coating. There is a regular nut version and a nut version that has cocoa in it (color difference). Then on the sides, I have coated some with dark chocolate, some with white chocolate, and others with white chocolate dyed green with food coloring. These have all been decorated in various ways. Anyone interested in seeing them, see attached.


Done with the cookie project!!!!!!!

Holy WOW !!!!! I don’t think I’d even want to eat some they are so beautiful... such amazing talent you have !

[~Christina]

Well Pulmonary specialist said my pulmonary function test came back as 70 , but he prefers to see 80.. since I’m having a psoriasis and a big flare at that it is promising Humira is leaving my system and feels in January I should be okay enough to start with a new biologic and get help with this skin and joint crap.

I’m still miserable and dread making a trip when all this is going on, but I’ll somehow manage.

Thanks for all the great support

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by Wander

I hope your sleep keeps improving. You are living on vapors right now. Keep us up to date.

Thanks Wander

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by bluebicycle

I don't know how you do it with so little sleep! I suppose 2 hours is better than nothing, though.


fingers crossed you'll get good news

I think I manage okay because it’s life long problem that thee is just never much of a fix for more than a couple weeks here and there.

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by Miguel'smom

3 hours until my appointment.

Good luck ! I hope it’s productive

[bpcyclist]

Originally Posted by Wild Coyote

Hiya!

I've been waking up in a very similar state and am also puzzled. I feel a bit better a few hours later. I, too, have been wondering about a mixed state. I guess time will tell!

I think it's cool that you've been riding your bike!
I used to ride quite a bit and just LOVED it!
It was always exciting! The faster, the better!
Sorry you took a spill! OUCH! Man, that hurts, especially on asphalt!
I am sorry you were hurt!

Oh, how nice of you in what you say about adequately treating pain. A lot of doctors feel the same way. Many are being regulated by the state and this is making it increasingly difficult to treat their patients for pain.

In this state, both the doctor and the patient are constantly monitored. State computer programs inform the state when a doctor has written a narcotic prescription, as well as the ID of the patient. This same program records how many days before I'd taken it to the pharmacy, where I'd taken it and when I'd picked up the filled script. I also have to sign a contract, naming someone who can pick up the meds if I cannot. The docs are required to conduct random drug testing, too. Most docs report feeling harassed by the state, etc.

CVS now has its own guidelines re; dispensing pain meds. If it's an acute issue, they will allow script for X number of days, even if the doctor has written for longer.. In cases of chronic pain, they allow ongoing treatment.
While they take good care of me, and I know they mean well, I also think it's very important to allow the doctors to make these types of decisions. Doctors are being regulated, regulated, regulated.

Some types of doctors and patients are ruining it for the conscientious doctors
and patients.

It could be worse. it could also be much better!

It's nice to have you around!
Hope you have a good night and a pleasant day tomorrow!

That is amazing what they are putting the doctors and patients through. I understand what they are trying to do, but a bunch of good, honest people are being harmed in the process. There has to be a better way.

[bpcyclist]

Originally Posted by BirdDancer

The red-bellied woodpecker you see in my avatar has been eating at our seed feeder all morning. He/she is at the top of the pecking order (literally and figuratively). Even the usual bully blue jay waits for the red-bellied woodpecker to leave before he/she moves in.

Well, I FINALLY finished my Czech Christmas cookie blog series. I called it my "Czech Christmas Cookie Countdown". Since November 11th, I have posted 10 Czech Christmas cookie recipes, plus a Czech Christmas sweet bread recipe. Today, I posted the main post that includes photographs, descriptions, and links to all of the individual recipes. All are either my photos (not always that great) or my husband's. I did not make all 11 of these recipes this year. Four of the 11 I made last year and had photos from them. Yes, that means I've made seven of these buggers since October. I actually still plan to make two of the ones I didn't make this year, but that are already in the post.

Attached is a photo of the most involved cookie I've made so far in my life. They are called "Vosí Hnízda", which stands for "Wasp Nests" in Czech. They are also commonly referred to as "Bee Hive" cookies, because they look even more like a bee hive. They are a 3-dimensional cookie with the top part made in a special bee hive mold. The dough of the cookie is a walnut rum flavored dough. It is then filled with rum or brandy flavored eggnog, then a Nilla vanilla wafer is adhered to the bottoms to keep the eggnog in. The molded dough is never baked, but dries out a bit after about 12 hours plus. The eggnog never fully escapes. In the photo, the cookies with the edible bumble bees on the top are the cookie without chocolate coating. There is a regular nut version and a nut version that has cocoa in it (color difference). Then on the sides, I have coated some with dark chocolate, some with white chocolate, and others with white chocolate dyed green with food coloring. These have all been decorated in various ways. Anyone interested in seeing them, see attached.

Done with the cookie project!!!!!!!

I would never be able to eat one of those, BirdDancer--they are just too beautiful!!

My divorce papers were filed today. It was one thing to know it's happening, it's another completely to have to see it in black and white, with a binding signature required. It hurts. It hurts under any circumstance for divorce, and I know that. It's a process that you grieve through. I know that too. I just wish it didn't have to be so difficult and on top of everything else I'm going through. Today is going to be a long one for me. I just ask you keep me in your thoughts to help me get through this day. Day by day, right?

Marcus

[bpcyclist]

Well, I did finally get some sleep. I dunno, maybe 5 hours or something. I need to probably be paying more attention. A good patient would be writing all this down. But then we all know that nurses and doctors are by far the worst patients of all time. So, there.

Not too sore after the bike crash, thankfully. Scraped up, but it will be fine. Going to do some writing today. This book about the hospital is quite triggering for me, which is why I have waited so long to conclude I must finish it. It can be very painful to have to re-live this stuff in getting it down on paper (Word, that is). So, I just have to go at a pace I can manage, so my PTSD doesn't act up too much. So far, so good.

Decided I am going to start saving for a trip. Have not been anywhere in a very long time, but used to travel for work a lot. I am a diver and am thinking about the Solomon Islands. Been to Fiji, which is about 1500 miles to the southeast, but the Solomons are far less traveled and therefore, the diving is much more untouched. Have to fly to Brisbane and then catch a connector to the Solomons' capital, Honiara. Have to put a bit away every month, but I think I can do it. Gives me something to plan for and look forward to, which is good. I generally don't have a lot to look forward to.

Hope everyone is managing the holiday stress okay.

[Wild Coyote]

Originally Posted by MarcusAurelius

My divorce papers were filed today. It was one thing to know it's happening, it's another completely to have to see it in black and white, with a binding signature required. It hurts. It hurts under any circumstance for divorce, and I know that. It's a process that you grieve through. I know that too. I just wish it didn't have to be so difficult and on top of everything else I'm going through. Today is going to be a long one for me. I just ask you keep me in your thoughts to help me get through this day. Day by day, right?

Marcus

Hi Marcus,
I am sorry you are going through a divorce. It can be a difficult time of life. It sounds like you filed. I think it's tough no matter who files.

I am also going through a divorce. I find, for me, I have some good days and some not great days. In my case, I have resolved any idea that we might reconcile. We do not live in the same world right now.

I am glad you could reach out and ask for support.
Thinking of you and wishing you Peace of Mind ~

[Wild Coyote]

Originally Posted by BirdDancer

The red-bellied woodpecker you see in my avatar has been eating at our seed feeder all morning. He/she is at the top of the pecking order (literally and figuratively). Even the usual bully blue jay waits for the red-bellied woodpecker to leave before he/she moves in.

Well, I FINALLY finished my Czech Christmas cookie blog series. I called it my "Czech Christmas Cookie Countdown". Since November 11th, I have posted 10 Czech Christmas cookie recipes, plus a Czech Christmas sweet bread recipe. Today, I posted the main post that includes photographs, descriptions, and links to all of the individual recipes. All are either my photos (not always that great) or my husband's. I did not make all 11 of these recipes this year. Four of the 11 I made last year and had photos from them. Yes, that means I've made seven of these buggers since October. I actually still plan to make two of the ones I didn't make this year, but that are already in the post.

Attached is a photo of the most involved cookie I've made so far in my life. They are called "Vosí Hnízda", which stands for "Wasp Nests" in Czech. They are also commonly referred to as "Bee Hive" cookies, because they look even more like a bee hive. They are a 3-dimensional cookie with the top part made in a special bee hive mold. The dough of the cookie is a walnut rum flavored dough. It is then filled with rum or brandy flavored eggnog, then a Nilla vanilla wafer is adhered to the bottoms to keep the eggnog in. The molded dough is never baked, but dries out a bit after about 12 hours plus. The eggnog never fully escapes. In the photo, the cookies with the edible bumble bees on the top are the cookie without chocolate coating. There is a regular nut version and a nut version that has cocoa in it (color difference). Then on the sides, I have coated some with dark chocolate, some with white chocolate, and others with white chocolate dyed green with food coloring. These have all been decorated in various ways. Anyone interested in seeing them, see attached.

Done with the cookie project!!!!!!!

Hey there beautiful, You do some gorgeous work with cookies!

I can't tell you how much I truly appreciate your sharing your tradition and your "hobby" with us, It takes some added time and energy to do so.
I deeply appreciate both this and all you contribute otherwise to the forum. You gift us with so very much!

I have been around only sporadically lately. I have lots to attend to outside of PC right now. Even when I am not here, I think of you daily.

With Gratitude ~

Originally Posted by MarcusAurelius

My divorce papers were filed today. It was one thing to know it's happening, it's another completely to have to see it in black and white, with a binding signature required. It hurts. It hurts under any circumstance for divorce, and I know that. It's a process that you grieve through. I know that too. I just wish it didn't have to be so difficult and on top of everything else I'm going through. Today is going to be a long one for me. I just ask you keep me in your thoughts to help me get through this day. Day by day, right?

Marcus

Will do. Yup, day by day. And you will be on my thoughts day by day.

[Sometimes psychotic]

Originally Posted by BirdDancer

The red-bellied woodpecker you see in my avatar has been eating at our seed feeder all morning. He/she is at the top of the pecking order (literally and figuratively). Even the usual bully blue jay waits for the red-bellied woodpecker to leave before he/she moves in.


Well, I FINALLY finished my Czech Christmas cookie blog series. I called it my "Czech Christmas Cookie Countdown". Since November 11th, I have posted 10 Czech Christmas cookie recipes, plus a Czech Christmas sweet bread recipe. Today, I posted the main post that includes photographs, descriptions, and links to all of the individual recipes. All are either my photos (not always that great) or my husband's. I did not make all 11 of these recipes this year. Four of the 11 I made last year and had photos from them. Yes, that means I've made seven of these buggers since October. I actually still plan to make two of the ones I didn't make this year, but that are already in the post.


Attached is a photo of the most involved cookie I've made so far in my life. They are called "Vosí Hnízda", which stands for "Wasp Nests" in Czech. They are also commonly referred to as "Bee Hive" cookies, because they look even more like a bee hive. They are a 3-dimensional cookie with the top part made in a special bee hive mold. The dough of the cookie is a walnut rum flavored dough. It is then filled with rum or brandy flavored eggnog, then a Nilla vanilla wafer is adhered to the bottoms to keep the eggnog in. The molded dough is never baked, but dries out a bit after about 12 hours plus. The eggnog never fully escapes. In the photo, the cookies with the edible bumble bees on the top are the cookie without chocolate coating. There is a regular nut version and a nut version that has cocoa in it (color difference). Then on the sides, I have coated some with dark chocolate, some with white chocolate, and others with white chocolate dyed green with food coloring. These have all been decorated in various ways. Anyone interested in seeing them, see attached.


Done with the cookie project!!!!!!!

These are just amazing, I keep coming back to look at them again

[Victoria'smom]

I start a baby dose of lexapro soon, tomorrow-ish. If I become manic, agitated, suicidal or psychotic I'm suppose to stop it and call for a sooner appointment. So hopefully it's anxiety and that takes care of it.

[Pookyl]

So I did 10 days of Valium as per my pdoc. My anxiety was very manageable. Now that I’m no longer taking the regular Valium my anxiety is bad again. I managed to leave my apartment to go to the gym which felt like a small victory.

Bipolar wise I feel well.

Hugs to those that need them.

[Wander]

My injection is in an hour. I’m excited and hopeful. The procedure will be a drag though. Four hours of being IP for a 6 minute procedure.

I will update you this afternoon my time which is 12 hours after USA eastern time.

[Daonnachd]

Heya, I just got ECT last Friday so I'm feeling good despite losing our insurance. In fact, I'm in the process of applying for state assistance just to cover meds and appointments.
My thanks to Wild Coyote for sending a message inviting me to stop by.

[fern46]

Originally Posted by Wander

My injection is in an hour. I’m excited and hopeful. The procedure will be a drag though. Four hours of being IP for a 6 minute procedure.

I will update you this afternoon my time which is 12 hours after USA eastern time.

Good luck Wander. We're all wishing you a great outcome with this!

[~Christina]

Originally Posted by Wander

My injection is in an hour. I’m excited and hopeful. The procedure will be a drag though. Four hours of being IP for a 6 minute procedure.


I will update you this afternoon my time which is 12 hours after USA eastern time.

I’m so hoping this helps you