I've finished my homeschool journey. I have all these years of material we used on bookshelves and in closets. I don't think I've ever gotten rid of any curriculum. What did you did or do you do with your old materials?

I have lean pcos. I had many times in my late teens and 20's when I went to the doctor with long amenorrhea and was given temporary hormonal treatment to jump-start a cycle. In retrospect, I had clear symptoms of PCOS that whole time, but no doctor ever mentioned that possibility to me. I think that's common when PCOS presents in leaner people. She will need to advocate for herself in that respect. I wasn't diagnosed with PCOS until I had fertility issues. Lean PCOS can have some differences, but she will want to be diagnosed, treated, and also watched for issues that can crop up due to PCOS, even when weight is normal. .

This happened to me in my late 40's. It felt like it lasted a long time, and I did get anemic. Eventually, I went in the other direction and started skipping cycles.

I don't have experience with that light. However, blue light, particularly wavelengths that I imagine in reading that light might have, isn't great for sleep because it suppresses melatonin. I wonder if a dim red or orange light might give you enough light to sleep well without bothering DH's sleep.

I'm so sorry.

I did a colonoscopy a few months ago with that prep. My husband, with a different GI doc, got the ducolax, miralax and gatarode prep, which was easier I think. But I managed with the Golytely and I'm sure you will too. I felt it was an overly sweet issue, but I really only noticed it as an after-taste. I just followed with a bit of water. I had a lot of nausea when I woke up the morning of the procedure; I threw up as soon as I woke and before I ever started my morning prep. I assume it was blood sugar or something for me. I couldn't keep down my first morning 8 ounces. The office told me to sip what I could of the remaining ounces and not worry. Sipping helped me keep the rest of it down. My nausea made the procedure morning very unpleasant. I don't think it was the drink itself, but it would have been nice to have no drink while I was feeling that sick! (All of my husband's was done the night before). My sister did the same prep and didn't have the morning nausea I had. Even with the rough morning, I was so glad I had it done. Do "do" the rear protectant and wipes or, probably better, water to clean. And, again, sipping can help, particularly if you have any nausea. Hopefully you won't!

I've finished my final coursework and updated my resume. Unfortunately, the position I have been working toward is no longer listed on the website. I was told it is a state policy to take positions down periodically, and it will pop back up before long as they always need people. I hope that is the case; it went down just as they would have finished an influx of young new college graduates. Since I'm in a holding pattern, I've scheduled some mock interview work with the career center at my school. I met with a career counselor last week, and I think he will be great to work with. On my own, I'm working on bettering some discreet skills that I know will apply to the position if I'm hired. Mostly, I'm seeing the upside of being able to spend time focusing on my graduating seniors before our family dynamic changes as they begin college. If the position is still not listed in June, I will get more concerned and have to consider a different plan.

I am sorry. I am praying for a successful surgery with a smooth recovery.

We live in totality. We drove to my sister's home for the last one, and I am excited to experience it again. Hoping for clear skies for every place in totality on April 8!

My son uses methylphenidate based, so we haven't dealt with shortages. However, we are traveling 4 hours round trip for our every 3-month appointment with the provider. They used to have an office an hour from us, but it closed. I feel lucky to be traveling. I like the provider. In the past, we had a new nurse pysch move into where my son was getting his medicine for years. She insisted he was addicted to his ADHD medication because "that is what happens to people who stay on them too long" (he's not...) and said no adult should need ADHD meds anyway. She planned to cut his dose in half for one month and then he was to go off. It was horrible and so stressful to find a new provider.

I'm finishing my planned coursework that qualifies me to sit for the CPA exam this term. I should have final grades on my transcript in mid-May, and then I will apply for the accounting job I hope to remain in until I retire. I think I'm a really good fit for the position. I've taken courses to update my skills. I have volunteer work and strong references from those experiences. But the fact that I'm in my 50's with a 20-year gap with no paid employment and hoping to switch fields makes me really nervous. I will be so disappointed if I am not offered a position.

I think your hair is absolutely gorgeous. And I am finishing my last courses this term, and then applying for the job I hope to have until I retire. I think age discrimination exists, even if the interviewer isn't aware of their bias. I've never colored my graying hair. Yet, I plan to color my hair in some way that will grow out easily before I (hopefully) interview because I want to mitigate anything that might hurt my chances.

My son uses Zeroderm and also Baby Dove fragrance-free. He's allergic to an ingredient in the Vanicream, but that's free of fragrance and other ingredients most people are allergic to. It will be a different kind of shampoo, which may more may not work from your hair.

I'm glad the visit went well. I'm sure it's a lot to process. I can see why your sister's statement bugged you. I wonder, having a situation in my own family, if your sister might have said that: because she wanted to make the brother feel he would have been accepted if his father had known (even if it isn't true) or because it is reflecting what your sister herself wants to believe about her father?

I like this book. It is written for children, but it makes the ERP process so easy to understand that I think it is helpful for both parents and kids. https://www.amazon.com/What-When-Brain-Stuck-What/dp/1591478057

Oops. I think my issue was something different.

I'm a CASA (court appointed special advocate) for our child protective services system. Families involved in our system almost always have tons of issues outside of cleanliness. I have never been in a parent's home in my capacity as a CASA that I would consider anything close to clean or particularly sanitary (I mean clutter and dishes in the bathtub and etc). But the only case that I was involved where the home was the main part of the initial case opening was one with some pet feces and various infestations in addition to hoarding-level clutter. Those things were hurting the kids in multiple ways. Once I got involved, I realized there were tons of issues besides those presenting initially. Still, I think it might have been better to bring in services for this family instead of immediately pulling the kids (I came into the case after the children were removed). In the problem homes I deal with the kids are also unkept/unwashed and etc. fwiw. That needs addressed. Still, it's a trauma to pull a child out of a home. I think it should only be done when things are actually unsafe. A lot can be handled with services. My husband grew up in a hoarding home. It was not a bad childhood at all, but his mom has that problem. It would not at all be something to remove a child over.

I'm so sorry. I have walked this road with two family members, both to different degrees. The things you describe feeling (just sharing here seems so brave to me...) are so much what I heard then from my loved ones too. I wish you had been set up to succeed. I wish you weren't hurting. I'm sorry.

If this were my anaphlaxis young adult, he would only eat something he knew was safe that came prepackaged. For such a long trip, it's really important that you know what restaurants he is able to safely eat in. I'd ask for a list from him. Similarly, he will need to resupply whatever he has for himself for such a long trip. For snacks, think things no one else is handling before he gets it--apple sauce pouches, cheese sticks, gogurts, bananas. Shared bags are a no, but the boxes of individual sized chip bags are ok for my son. Enjoy Life is a safe brand.

I can't find it now, but after I read that study today I did some research that made me think the same is very likely true for xylitol. It convinced me enough that I am getting rid of our mints and toothpaste. Bummer. I hope my husband will avoid drinking this stuff going forward.

The state flagship has a notoriously difficult math sequence for their business majors. My son elected to take both courses (including a calculus) at the community college. He may not end up at the flagship, but most of the schools he is considering will take one or both of those courses for their math requirements.

Is it ever helpful to tell another school about your financial aid award from a competitor? Might even a public school be able to close the gap a bit?

Bone Health: Vit D3--I have to take it to maintain levels, otherwise I am low. Make sure you're ok on D if you haven't, because it's important for bones and general health. Magnesium--I take this away from calcium containing foods. In your case, you might consider taking it a couple of hours at least away from calcium. The two can interfere with absorption for each other, like all minerals. Circumin--I use the Thorne Mireva because I saw research on bone improvement from that specific form) Vitamin K2 Thyroid health: Selenium--I take this on alternate days from my iron Iodine--I don't use idonized salt, so I think it's a good idea to supplement for me. Others: B vitamin Iron--I am iron deficient without supplementing. I use Solgar Gentle Iron (bisglycinate form) Vitamin C--I take with my iron on days I am taking iron, otherwise, just with whatever mineral I take when I wake up. Melatonin--as needed for sleep

We stayed in Old Town Alexandria and used the metro for everything except Mt Vernon. Do check for tickets early. We planned our trip too late to do the Capital Building or White House. I felt really fortunate to get into some of the spots, including the Holocaust Museum.

I have had shots for a neuroma in my left foot multiple times over the years. The first time I got a cortisone shot, I never got good relief. I had to have a second shot. My neuroma at that point was really severe. I now know to get help fast if it starts causing issues, and I've had much better outcomes since then. The other times, it starts to help pretty quickly (days?) for me though it seems to take about a week to get full help. I hope you see good results quickly. Foot pain can be so limiting.