Nora, I'd call the doctor. That doesn't sound good.
I'm not evil again. Why does everyone think that?
Angel ,'Sleeper'
Spike's Bitches 29: That sure as hell wasn't in the brochure.
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vw bug - Feb 23, 2006 3:41:20 am PST #718 of 10001
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§ ita § - Feb 23, 2006 4:09:43 am PST #719 of 10001
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.
I'd call the doctor too. Antibiotics do that sometimes, I understand. Also, can you get probiotics to take? It might ease things for the moment.
I don't think women, or men, that are abused are all unable to physically defend themselves. Which means that even strong people can be abused
Yes. One of the strongest women I know, not even physically, but mentally was abused by her boyfriend. He broke her collarbone. Yet, she never really left him. Her friends effectively kidnapped her while she was out of town, and she achieved clarity then.
Once I got my jaw up off the ground I realised that I don't know if I am immune to that sort of thing. Just because I can kill someone, just because I'd defend myself enthusiastically from a stranger...it's a whole different ball of wax.
But, at least, I have to tools. And I teach other people to have the tools. And sometimes knowing you have the tools is enough. It's better than nothing.
vw bug - Feb 23, 2006 4:10:33 am PST #720 of 10001
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Also, Nora, insent with a late response.
Nora Deirdre - Feb 23, 2006 4:10:58 am PST #721 of 10001
I’m responsible for my own happiness? I can’t even be responsible for my own breakfast! (Bojack Horseman)
the nurse on call told me to eat yogurt, nature's probiotic! I am eating the yogurt cup I brought from home and will go foraging for more later.
§ ita § - Feb 23, 2006 4:16:49 am PST #722 of 10001
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.
will go foraging for more later
Look out for active cultures.
vw bug - Feb 23, 2006 4:17:39 am PST #723 of 10001
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JenP, I'm glad things went so well. ~ma still headed your way, love.
esse - Feb 23, 2006 4:26:44 am PST #724 of 10001
S to the A -- using they/them pronouns!
What ita said regarding yoghurt. If there's a organic or whole foods grocery anywhere near you, load up. It tastes way better too.
Thanks for the GRE advice. I just...I've know that I need to use my test voucher for awhile, and I finally scheduled it a couple weeks ago. But I kept forgetting that I signed up for it. And now it's the day.
Mostly I'm hoping I'll stay awake through it.
Cashmere - Feb 23, 2006 4:39:37 am PST #725 of 10001
Now tagless for your comfort.
Ooops. I just ruined DH's surprise for me. I was checking our bank statements and found a debit for $50 to Victoria's Secret. I knew I didn't buy anything recently, so I asked him about it.
Stephanie - Feb 23, 2006 4:42:38 am PST #726 of 10001
Trust my rage
Nora, I think you can also buy the "active culture" in powder form at a health food store. I ran across it when I was researching the same problem for Ellie.
SA, Good luck on the GRE!!
I just got back from a run in the rain. So refreshing! Only 10 lbs. to go until my ideal weight. Yay!!!
vw bug - Feb 23, 2006 5:18:58 am PST #727 of 10001
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I have an appointment with disability services on Tuesday. I don't know what they'll be able to do, but at least I'm making that step.