Hi Hank, always a pleasure speaking with you. Haha, remember this was during a time when there was no internet and no cell phones! Australia was not common knowledge back then. I had cousins who visited. My parents owned a family restaurant at that time so they were introduced to many of our customers. People had no idea of the country they had come from, only knew my cousins had a funny accent.
I enjoyed learning new things so I spent a lot of time at my local library taking out non fictional books. Who would go to the library to learn about Australia? The country was unheard of on the TV national news. There was no cable then either. It is amazing how far we have come. Now everyone knows the country Australia and its popular actors/actresses. I believe technology has made a great impact in our society but I also see the downfalls. I am sorry to say I feel the movie “Idiocracy” is becoming a reality with the newer generations. During our time( when we were younger) we learned to do things the hard way without technology. I understand the basics and can speed up getting results through the use of technology. The younger generations are lost without technology today because they can’t do without cells phones or internet. I still have my slide rule, lol, an antique now. I know the operations of math and can figure out results quicker with a calculator but these kids have no clue how results are derived.
For a few weeks the emails stopped coming, so I couldn’t communicate with anyone on Connect. This happened once before for a few months but luckily the emails came back a lot sooner. Thanks to John, he has informed me who to contact if it should happen again.
I was thinking about you a few weeks earlier when I purchased Omega 3 fish oil for a pet rescue dog with joint issues. Yes, even my dog takes it, lol! Mini Pearl is doing much better now, much more alert. I took her off drugs that made her drowsy. I know people are trying to help but common! Yes, I am an advocate for health issues especially when it comes to my elderly mother. I am fortunate she listens to me at her age, 90. She is pretty sharp still despite her ailments. From time to time my husband and I will visit her at her apartment. Because I don’t drive, I do everything for her remotely. She still can ambulate and be somewhat independent. It is her low vision and her lack of understanding the english language that sets her back. We communicate using the internet daily. I taught her to use the Ipad and her cell phone. We both learn from each others experiences. As long as the medical staff knows you are knowledgeable they won’t mess with you. Sadly, the bottom line is the Benjamins. They will do what is best for them in that regards unless you speak out.
Great to see you are an advocate for yourself and Linda. Your research will pay off. I found many times doctors were not able to answer questions simply because they did not know. That is why I take it upon myself to learn what is best for me. I do the same for my mother. I tell her to try different things as you do with Linda.
By the way, this morning I took the ALA with food 30 mins prior to the ALC again with food. No issues so far. Before the daily 600 mg ALA gave me an energy boost. Now with the 300 mg ALA and 1200 mg ALC daily I hope to gain a bigger energy boost.
Hope you and Linda had a good day today. No worries when you get to the responses with the Emails. Take care, Toni

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Hi Hank, always a pleasure speaking with you. Haha, remember this was during a time when there was no internet and no cell phones! Australia was not common knowledge back then. I had cousins who visited. My parents owned a family restaurant at that time so they were introduced to many of our customers. People had no idea of the country they had come from, only knew my cousins had a funny accent.
I enjoyed learning new things so I spent a lot of time at my local library taking out non fictional books. Who would go to the library to learn about Australia? The country was unheard of on the TV national news. There was no cable then either. It is amazing how far we have come. Now everyone knows the country Australia and its popular actors/actresses. I believe technology has made a great impact in our society but I also see the downfalls. I am sorry to say I feel the movie “Idiocracy” is becoming a reality with the newer generations. During our time( when we were younger) we learned to do things the hard way without technology. I understand the basics and can speed up getting results through the use of technology. The younger generations are lost without technology today because they can’t do without cells phones or internet. I still have my slide rule, lol, an antique now. I know the operations of math and can figure out results quicker with a calculator but these kids have no clue how results are derived.
For a few weeks the emails stopped coming, so I couldn’t communicate with anyone on Connect. This happened once before for a few months but luckily the emails came back a lot sooner. Thanks to John, he has informed me who to contact if it should happen again.
I was thinking about you a few weeks earlier when I purchased Omega 3 fish oil for a pet rescue dog with joint issues. Yes, even my dog takes it, lol! Mini Pearl is doing much better now, much more alert. I took her off drugs that made her drowsy. I know people are trying to help but common! Yes, I am an advocate for health issues especially when it comes to my elderly mother. I am fortunate she listens to me at her age, 90. She is pretty sharp still despite her ailments. From time to time my husband and I will visit her at her apartment. Because I don’t drive, I do everything for her remotely. She still can ambulate and be somewhat independent. It is her low vision and her lack of understanding the english language that sets her back. We communicate using the internet daily. I taught her to use the Ipad and her cell phone. We both learn from each others experiences. As long as the medical staff knows you are knowledgeable they won’t mess with you. Sadly, the bottom line is the Benjamins. They will do what is best for them in that regards unless you speak out.
Great to see you are an advocate for yourself and Linda. Your research will pay off. I found many times doctors were not able to answer questions simply because they did not know. That is why I take it upon myself to learn what is best for me. I do the same for my mother. I tell her to try different things as you do with Linda.
By the way, this morning I took the ALA with food 30 mins prior to the ALC again with food. No issues so far. Before the daily 600 mg ALA gave me an energy boost. Now with the 300 mg ALA and 1200 mg ALC daily I hope to gain a bigger energy boost.
Hope you and Linda had a good day today. No worries when you get to the responses with the Emails. Take care, Toni

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@jesfactsmon Hank, It seems most members these days are playing “catch up” with their emails. We all may miss a posting here or there. Not a big deal. No worries.
I agree. What a big difference life has been during those times, very drastic! Our generation was fortunate to have learned to do with AND without internet and cell phones whereas the generations following us have lost the ability to think! So sad to see the lack of understanding. I see it all the time with millennials and the younger generations.
Back then not many people ate a vegetarian diet. It was seldom heard of. I pretty much have had a diet without meat for over 43 years with the exceptional seafood from time to time. People did not know how to deal with that diet but I had made it easier for them during gatherings by including fish. For meals on flights, I had to request a special diet to the airlines. People looked at me funny, saying “you poor girl”. What little did they know! I can understand the reasoning for fish less after watching Nemo. I certainly have become more sensitive, in my old age, to fish and avoid eating it when I can. Probably better for me today anyways with all the polluted waters. In the 80s I created a pseudo tuna salad using tofu which I still enjoy today. Thumbs up to the many food options available today for special diets! Glad to see people are more aware of their choices to become demanding.

Fantastic, your mom still does those things at 98! Good for her. The interest keeps her going and keeps her young! Make plans to visit your mom and sister. Traveling with an RV will make it a lot easier if you can. It is for us especially when taking all(5) of our furry friends with us. I don’t worry about them. They know the drill and enjoy trips too.

Where abouts in Connecticut have you visited? I lived in Connecticut for many years. Continued my education there.

Unfortunately my mother only learned the basics in the english language because she is European. My parents had immigrated to Australia where I later was born. She never learned Australian english. Australia’s population is made up of many nationalities, just like in the US. In fact the true Australians are the aborigines. Australia is only a few years younger than the US.
I taught my mother to use her smart phone to call me for translations and explanations. So far it works out well and she doesn’t worry. It is a confidence booster for her, especially when going to all her medical appointments and lab draws. Luckily, I can do everything remotely for her. For that, I am grateful to technology. I had the internet hooked up and now she connects with people all around the world including relatives in Australia . It is nice to still have our mothers to reminisce with. Gives them purpose too to video chat with the grandkids.

I don’t blame Linda with the medications. Good for her. I know I wouldn’t want to worry about potential harmful side effects. Who wants additional health problems? We have enough to deal with as it is. Wishing you and Linda well for a great weekend and good luck with PEA, Toni

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@phoenix0509. I am so sorry about your eyesight. Not that this is anything close to what you have to deal with but now I am grateful I had such bad reactions to all the meds I tried for my interstitial cystitis or I might be having vision issues on top of everything else and there ain’t no pill for that. You are a brave soul.

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@bustrbrwn22 , it was nice of you to reach out and show concern about my eye conditions. At the moment the eyes are stable, I do have some photophobia (shooting stars) in right eye which show up when its dark inside or outside. For my dry eye syndrome I use Restasis (cyclosporin) eye drops per the Ophthalmologist. My biggest problem is pain in all extremities which is continuous since attempting to decrease my prednisone that I take for Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Which has lead me to question the original diagnosis of PMR. I am trying to be seen at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore for this widespread radiculopathy like pain. So if anybody has a connection to Neurology or Neurosurgery at JH. send me a note. Initial review of neck does not show obvious problems. Got to look again and think outside the box. Best, david

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@phoenix0509 Best of luck to you, sir. 🍀

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@rwinney , Rachel ,Thank You. Johns Hopkins is closer to me (6 hr drive from upper NY state) otherwise I would go to Mayo, Rochester,Mn. Its all about convenience and luck !! I see what you go through each day Rachel and your a trooper. You also keep out spirits up !! Best, David

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@phoenix0509 I wish you luck in getting there! Keep persisting and advocating for yourself. It'll happen.

Aww, thanks David. I try. Here is a cute example of my motto! 😊

Have a pleasant day.
Rachel

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@bustrbrwn22 , it was nice of you to reach out and show concern about my eye conditions. At the moment the eyes are stable, I do have some photophobia (shooting stars) in right eye which show up when its dark inside or outside. For my dry eye syndrome I use Restasis (cyclosporin) eye drops per the Ophthalmologist. My biggest problem is pain in all extremities which is continuous since attempting to decrease my prednisone that I take for Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Which has lead me to question the original diagnosis of PMR. I am trying to be seen at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore for this widespread radiculopathy like pain. So if anybody has a connection to Neurology or Neurosurgery at JH. send me a note. Initial review of neck does not show obvious problems. Got to look again and think outside the box. Best, david

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