jnu76
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Post by jnu76 on Apr 9, 2021 14:27:50 GMT -6
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Post by mintyblueair on Apr 9, 2021 16:13:14 GMT -6
Thanks for asking! I called her doctor this afternoon, she said they got all the results in and they showed high eosinophils, but everything else was normal. She said it's most likely due to the fact that she has eczema and some lingering cradle cap. So the plan is to aggressively control the eczema and we'll see her again in one month. She said the lymph nodes should go down if the eczema is completely under control. If they don't go down, though, I'm not sure what the next steps will be.
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Post by mintyblueair on Apr 9, 2021 16:18:22 GMT -6
Her eczema isn't even very bad, I've rarely needed steroid cream for it. She told me to use the steroid for 2 full weeks, even if looks like it cleared up.
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Post by mintyblueair on Apr 10, 2021 9:03:15 GMT -6
Omg I should not have googled anything about eosinophils 🤦♀️. Health anxiety is so confusing because I truly don't know if I'm over or underreacting, like maybe I should be one of those parents who pushes hard for more tests or second opinions... But it's also possible that I'm being crazy and just need to trust the doctor 😖
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Post by charlotte on Apr 10, 2021 9:08:14 GMT -6
mintyblueair I’ve been thinking of y’all! Hoping there’s an improvement over the next month.
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Post by tj on Apr 10, 2021 9:27:22 GMT -6
Omg I should not have googled anything about eosinophils 🤦♀️. Health anxiety is so confusing because I truly don't know if I'm over or underreacting, like maybe I should be one of those parents who pushes hard for more tests or second opinions... But it's also possible that I'm being crazy and just need to trust the doctor 😖 You probably shouldn’t have googled. Dr. Google is not your friend. That being said... my first step would be to listen to your doc at this point, try the steroid and retake the labs. If the eosinophils are still high, them absolutely push for all the additional testing. If they go down, then you’re good. But stay off the google and try to be patient. If she has any additional symptoms pop up between now and then or seems to get sicker instead of better before the steroid is finished, then pursue more help. Does that help?
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Post by mintyblueair on Apr 10, 2021 13:21:28 GMT -6
Omg I should not have googled anything about eosinophils 🤦♀️. Health anxiety is so confusing because I truly don't know if I'm over or underreacting, like maybe I should be one of those parents who pushes hard for more tests or second opinions... But it's also possible that I'm being crazy and just need to trust the doctor 😖 You probably shouldn’t have googled. Dr. Google is not your friend. That being said... my first step would be to listen to your doc at this point, try the steroid and retake the labs. If the eosinophils are still high, them absolutely push for all the additional testing. If they go down, then you’re good. But stay off the google and try to be patient. If she has any additional symptoms pop up between now and then or seems to get sicker instead of better before the steroid is finished, then pursue more help. Does that help? Yes, this does help! Thank you. You're right, I need to be patient and follow her advice and not go down the "worst case scenario" path. I'm making a pact with myself to stay off of Google.
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Post by Speedy on Apr 10, 2021 14:41:53 GMT -6
Hubby and I went to check out a property this morning - 40 acres, 35 minutes from town, on the Northumberland Strait. We have to go tomorrow to take more pictures but from our description my dad and uncle decided to put an offer on it. If they get it we'll probably plan on moving out there next spring/summer.
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Post by rugger on Apr 13, 2021 15:18:31 GMT -6
How do I reach out to an old boss to ask about any possible remote-work opportunities without sounding awkward or desperate?
I'm not desperate for a job there, but figured it didn't hurt to ask since it's what I used to do and I'm now looking for full time employment...I just haven't stayed in touch with her since I left the company 3+ years ago.
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Post by charlotte on Apr 13, 2021 15:26:24 GMT -6
rugger If you’re anything like me, you’re bound to feel awkward about it no matter what. But that doesn’t mean *she* will think it’s awkward. You’ve got nothing to lose.. if she says no you never have to see her again soo 😆
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Post by ovenrack on Apr 13, 2021 16:11:03 GMT -6
I'm signing on to a zoom kindergarten orientation meeting. For next school year, September. How is M going to Kindergarten?!
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Post by mc13 on Apr 13, 2021 16:32:07 GMT -6
I'm signing on to a zoom kindergarten orientation meeting. For next school year, September. How is M going to Kindergarten?! I have ours next week for E and A! Feels crazy 😳
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Post by mapleme on Apr 13, 2021 16:47:05 GMT -6
How do I reach out to an old boss to ask about any possible remote-work opportunities without sounding awkward or desperate? I'm not desperate for a job there, but figured it didn't hurt to ask since it's what I used to do and I'm now looking for full time employment...I just haven't stayed in touch with her since I left the company 3+ years ago. This is 100% a normal request to get as an employer. Just let her know that you’re looking for a new job, enjoyed working for her and wanted to see if there were any openings. I would beyond overjoyed if an old employee reached out to me right now. It’s a desert of employees for me at the moment.
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Post by ovenrack on Apr 13, 2021 18:38:07 GMT -6
Welp, we're gonna try to get M a spot in the spanish immersion program. It's definitely amazing and a wonderful opportunity, but I admit, it feels... odd to imagine her learning reading in another language. So much of K was me trying to help H learn to read, but hopefully next year won't be remote so it won't be on my shoulders... since... I don't know spanish...
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Post by charlotte on Apr 14, 2021 11:35:26 GMT -6
If I’m not eating my feelings I’m spending them.
Why can’t I be one of those people who deals with their feelings via exercise?
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Post by sarenu on Apr 14, 2021 12:24:43 GMT -6
If I’m not eating my feelings I’m spending them. Why can’t I be one of those people who deals with their feelings via exercise? Did this yesterday. My Sephora order put a good dent in my budget this month.
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Post by snowmoon on Apr 14, 2021 13:06:09 GMT -6
I’m bored, my kids are bored, my partner is bored. Everyone’s being an a-hole because of it. I’m so tired of constantly refereeing.
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Post by charlotte on Apr 14, 2021 13:08:21 GMT -6
If I’m not eating my feelings I’m spending them. Why can’t I be one of those people who deals with their feelings via exercise? Did this yesterday. My Sephora order put a good dent in my budget this month. At least we will look great while sitting in our houses speaking to zero people unless it’s on zoom.
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Post by charlotte on Apr 14, 2021 13:09:09 GMT -6
snowmoon I feel like that perfectly describes my family every weekend. And I swear my kids’ behavior is so much worse when both parents are home. 🤦🏻♀️
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Post by sarenu on Apr 14, 2021 15:05:21 GMT -6
Did this yesterday. My Sephora order put a good dent in my budget this month. At least we will look great while sitting in our houses speaking to zero people unless it’s on zoom. I bought skin care, sun screen, shampoo, and conditioner. Splurged on tinted moisturizer. But I’m running low on most of my products and wanted to try something new. I’m trying the Sunday Riley products for aging. Maybe I’ll feel like I’m 30 again...
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Post by Speedy on Apr 14, 2021 17:33:50 GMT -6
Been looking at house plans all day. My eyes are getting dizzy lol. They're all starting to look alike!
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Post by tj on Apr 15, 2021 7:39:58 GMT -6
On my way to work and just realized that 1) I have no gas and 2) I have no deodorant on. Awesome.
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Post by sarenu on Apr 15, 2021 9:32:32 GMT -6
Guys we are going to try to sell our house. I may have a full head of grey hair after this.
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Post by niko8083 on Apr 15, 2021 13:38:16 GMT -6
Every time I’ve laid baby C down in his crib, he’s peed out his disposable diaper and up his side. I end up doing complete outfit changes every time he wakes up through the night. Last night I decided to give our cloth a try and see if I could get a good fit, even though his cord hasn’t fallen off yet. Guys, his clothes were dry every time I picked him up! Cloth diapers for the win!
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tj
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Post by tj on Apr 15, 2021 13:42:58 GMT -6
Every time I’ve laid baby C down in his crib, he’s peed out his disposable diaper and up his side. I end up doing complete outfit changes every time he wakes up through the night. Last night I decided to give our cloth a try and see if I could get a good fit, even though his cord hasn’t fallen off yet. Guys, his clothes were dry every time I picked him up! Cloth diapers for the win! Hi. Welcome to the cloth diaper board.
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Post by sarenu on Apr 15, 2021 14:25:38 GMT -6
Our garbage pickup failed to empty half our can.
I called (because I don’t even know why it didn’t completely empty it wasn’t wedged in).
They are taking forever to make their way back, but we pay for a smaller bin and usually just fill it. I need that space back for next week.
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Post by nikkipal on Apr 15, 2021 14:38:00 GMT -6
There is a baby chickadee in my bluebird box! Squeeee!
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Post by mapleme on Apr 15, 2021 18:33:37 GMT -6
M told me today that her teacher is fully vaccinated so she was able to give M a hug today. Oh man that warms my heart.
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Post by tj on Apr 15, 2021 21:14:00 GMT -6
I could just really put a hurting on some egg rolls right now.
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Post by mapleme on Apr 16, 2021 8:01:05 GMT -6
I could just really put a hurting on some egg rolls right now. I bought egg rolls last time I was at Costco and they were really good from the air fryer. I commented to DH that it's been a while since we've had some and should have more. He said that he's been air frying them for lunch while he WFH. I felt betrayed.
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