Dreaming of Spring Gardening in the Middle of a Wisconsin winter part 2

[lagrange chicks]

What they want me to take (Erivedge) does not cure the tumors it may shrink them so the can be removed. All the reviews I have read said when the patient stopped taking the drug all tumors came back. My primary Dr. does not think I should take it but 2 Dermatologists say I should and the oncologist says he is not ready to put me on it, but said if things get worse to call him. At 66 I still cut 5 to 6 cords of wood a year, bring deer I harvest home from a half mile behind the house by my self. Just cant see taking something that will stop me from living my life.

 

[ShrekDawg]

You gotta take certain things. I need daily insulin or I will die. Not every medication is bad. Some you do have a choice and others you don't.

Thanks!!!!!!!! Yeah, exactly. These ones I don’t have a choice. I would probably die too or at least end up in the hospital if I kept not taking mine lol

 

[ShrekDawg]

What they want me to take (Erivedge) does not cure the tumors it may shrink them so the can be removed. All the reviews I have read said when the patient stopped taking the drug all tumors came back. My primary Dr. does not think I should take it but 2 Dermatologists say I should and the oncologist says he is not ready to put me on it, but said if things get worse to call him. At 66 I still cut 5 to 6 cords of wood a year, bring deer I harvest home from a half mile behind the house by my self. Just cant see taking something that will stop me from living my life.

That makes sense!!!!!!! I can understand that

 

[Callender Girl]

I know the value of traditional medicine, and I really like my health care providers. But sometimes, I am reminded of the old saying that when the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. Not every situation is best resolved with a pill or a shot, at least not for me.

I also disappointed my health team a few years ago when I refused to take cortisone shots for the persistent pain caused by a double pelvic fracture. On the other hand, I was certainly grateful for competent medical care at the time of the injury and in the months following when I couldn't walk. Discomfort is my constant companion to this day, but I know it can't be "cured" because of the crushed cartilage. When it hurts too much, I know I've done too much -- a signal I wouldn't get it I masked it with cortisone.

But, in Much Happier News, I posted a Very Long thread (would you expect anything else from me?) this morning about my hen, Alice, who went missing last evening. At 3:52 a.m., as I was about to take out George and Dinah for the second time this morning, I spotted a white hen running around on the sidewalk at the end of the deck ramp.

I looked for and called that girl for more than two hours last night. I hoped against hope that she would show up today and am thrilled that I was able to catch her and return her to her coop. I would love to know: 1) where the heck was she, and 2) why was she running around in the dark instead of hiding until it got light?

She may not be my smartest hen. And, yes, she's grounded today -- no running loose for Alice.

Jim, now that you're giving Upchuck treats, maybe he could become a house pet?

Also, I believe I will pass on getting my calcium directly from eating egg shells.

Lisa, is it time for a Trixie update?

 

[jvls1942]

good morning, the month is almost over already
yesterday I pulled a carrot. I planted those short "baby" carrots. like a miniature Nante's, . it was about 3" long. was very sweet. I will wait until after a frost to dig them all up.
I bought another table saw for $30.oo,. I don't need another saw, but I needed a crank handle and a miter guage. If I bought those two items it would have cost me $6o. I can strip this saw and sell the motor , and maybe the saw with the motor for a few bucks.
today i plan to work on the driveway again.
i am doing specific spots now. it is getting close to what i want it to be. i am getting creative with the back blade. almost hate to see the job come to an end, now.
NO house pets for me. we have two woodpeckers tapping on the cedar siding.

 

[ShrekDawg]

I know the value of traditional medicine, and I really like my health care providers. But sometimes, I am reminded of the old saying that when the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. Not every situation is best resolved with a pill or a shot, at least not for me.

I also disappointed my health team a few years ago when I refused to take cortisone shots for the persistent pain caused by a double pelvic fracture. On the other hand, I was certainly grateful for competent medical care at the time of the injury and in the months following when I couldn't walk. Discomfort is my constant companion to this day, but I know it can't be "cured" because of the crushed cartilage. When it hurts too much, I know I've done too much -- a signal I wouldn't get it I masked it with cortisone.

But, in Much Happier News, I posted a Very Long thread (would you expect anything else from me?) this morning about my hen, Alice, who went missing last evening. At 3:52 a.m., as I was about to take out George and Dinah for the second time this morning, I spotted a white hen running around on the sidewalk at the end of the deck ramp.

I looked for and called that girl for more than two hours last night. I hoped against hope that she would show up today and am thrilled that I was able to catch her and return her to her coop. I would love to know: 1) where the heck was she, and 2) why was she running around in the dark instead of hiding until it got light?

She may not be my smartest hen. And, yes, she's grounded today -- no running loose for Alice.

Jim, now that you're giving Upchuck treats, maybe he could become a house pet?

Also, I believe I will pass on getting my calcium directly from eating egg shells.

Lisa, is it time for a Trixie update?

I totally understand that!!!!!!!!! And you are right, not everything can be cured with pills and shots. Or sometimes, pills and shots can be combined with other stuff. Like for example lifestyle changes like diet and exercise or stuff like therapy for some of my things LOL BUT!!!!! Without the pills and shots (I have one shot for migraines), it isn’t pretty LOL for me at least. But therapy and regular check ins with the team helps a lot and for the diabetes, I need to work on the diet part. Exercise I’m doing pretty good with.

 

[ShrekDawg]

I know the value of traditional medicine, and I really like my health care providers. But sometimes, I am reminded of the old saying that when the only tool you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. Not every situation is best resolved with a pill or a shot, at least not for me.

I also disappointed my health team a few years ago when I refused to take cortisone shots for the persistent pain caused by a double pelvic fracture. On the other hand, I was certainly grateful for competent medical care at the time of the injury and in the months following when I couldn't walk. Discomfort is my constant companion to this day, but I know it can't be "cured" because of the crushed cartilage. When it hurts too much, I know I've done too much -- a signal I wouldn't get it I masked it with cortisone.

But, in Much Happier News, I posted a Very Long thread (would you expect anything else from me?) this morning about my hen, Alice, who went missing last evening. At 3:52 a.m., as I was about to take out George and Dinah for the second time this morning, I spotted a white hen running around on the sidewalk at the end of the deck ramp.

I looked for and called that girl for more than two hours last night. I hoped against hope that she would show up today and am thrilled that I was able to catch her and return her to her coop. I would love to know: 1) where the heck was she, and 2) why was she running around in the dark instead of hiding until it got light?

She may not be my smartest hen. And, yes, she's grounded today -- no running loose for Alice.

Jim, now that you're giving Upchuck treats, maybe he could become a house pet?

Also, I believe I will pass on getting my calcium directly from eating egg shells.

Lisa, is it time for a Trixie update?

And yes we need a Trixie update

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Oh, this week we are working on not listening. She also discovered if she chases a chicken long enough the others will join the chase, including mom with a pocket full of eggs. Cockerel lost his tail feathers, kept his life, mom had scramble eggs in her pocket.

Otherwise she's just as adorable and growing quickly. She had a urinary tract infection which we are now treating and she has much more shenanigans energy.

 

[ShrekDawg]

Oh, this week we are working on not listening. She also discovered if she chases a chicken long enough the others will join the chase, including mom with a pocket full of eggs. Cockerel lost his tail feathers, kept his life, mom had scramble eggs in her pocket.

Otherwise she's just as adorable and growing quickly. She had a urinary tract infection which we are now treating and she has much more shenanigans energy.
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Awwwwww adorable

 

[Cebarmlds]

The 'Mommy scolded me' sad face, super cute