I have 9 kids with terrible stomachs and had years and years of horrific experiences with the stomach bug. For 10 years now its over with the first person because we learned that apple cider vinegar doesn't allow it to take hold. 1 T of the raw in a quart of water or lemonade for flavor. Even Gatorade. Whatever you have. Each person drinks at minimum 2 8 oz glasses a day, morning and night. Do NOT give it to the sick ones or the ones recovering. It is a preventative only. But it works and works well. If I was consistent at giving it to everyone every day we would probably never get it at all. But our younger ones have brought it home still but it NEVER spreads anymore. One time the two cousins my daughter shared a bed with at Thanksgiving both got it but mine did not. My sister in laws do it now too. It works. It's preventative. It's not a treatment. Do not give it to sick kids/adults. If they are just the tiny bit queasy sometimes it's not too late but again not for the sick ones!!! It doesn't matter how many times I explain this sometimes people still do it and then complain that it made the sick kid worse 🤦‍♀️. PREVENTATIVE ONLY.

I believe in this and allow my kids to do what others would think very dangerous like climbing rock formations/mountains. I get yelled at by other adults. But I do it anyways. Luckily I have friends who feel the same and we go together. My kids play sports including tackle football and our biggest injury happened while playing tag in the grass and tripping. (broken arm requiring surgery). I do believe kids need to learn their limits. There is also information about brain development and spinning.

Ok yes this is a big difference with the ones I've been to. There is a "viewing" before hand but that is usually family and closer friends. The casket is closed before being brought into the chapel so it is easy to avoid that part. We did have our kids go to the viewing for their grandpa and cousin (died at age 17 after being disabled his whole life). And we had a viewing for their sister as well. We always talk to them about what they will see and we encourage them to stay back or in the hallway etc if they are uncomfortable. We treat it very normally and like other things with kids, they feed off our energy.

I think LDS funerals are a little different than most but my kids have been going to funerals their whole life. My husband's grandpa died when we had kids 2,4 5 and 7 and he took the older three to another state to go. I stayed home with the 2 year old as I was 8 months pregnant. That baby ended up being still born at term and we were really thankful that the older kids had experienced a funeral already so their sisters wasn't their first one. My kids participated as much as they felt comfortable including carrying the casket (with others) and flowers to the grave side and it was my 7 year olds idea to bury her ourselves and so we did. We have precious memories of these events. I actually really love funerals as weird as that might sound. I love hearing about people's lives and hearing the stories the family shares. I mean older adults here. Baby and child funerals are different and much harder. But most importantly, part of an LDS funeral is a final talk by clergy about the good news of the gospel and the hope we feel at being reunited with our loved ones. I end up leaving feel peaceful, hopeful and happy even if I also am sad about the loss.

I have mthfr but not comt. So does that make sense? I'm a little confused because brain fog 😬🤦‍♀️

It wasn't specifically for long COVID although it's all connected. It has been used for longer than that for autoimmune disease and after COVID I tested positive for autoimmune. Probably phrasing that wrong. But my Dr is already alternative. He treats thyroid based on symptoms etc and uses bioidentical hormones etc.

I also take low dose naltrexone and find it to be nearly miraculous. Twice in the 2+ years I've been taking it I've accidentally run out and had to wean while waiting for a shipment and both times it left me bedridden again.

Yes I have had my genetics run. It was part of my Dr trying everything after COVID. Ferritin is the iron storage.

Both tests and symptoms I am improved for sure. I get my thyroid checked every 3 months and a CBC is on there. My H/H is always in range but my ferritin was also checked a year or so ago and was ridiculously low. Single digits as I recall. Also there are other things on the CBC that indicate low iron, mcvs I think? I can't remember for sure but my doctor always mentions it and asks if I'm taking iron. The numbers have improved I think sometimes but go up and down or at least haven't ever been in range yet. I also have symptoms like racing heart and muscle pain that flare if I'm not being consistent. You would think with how sick I've been that I wouldn't ever forget but between brain fog and other issues around eating it happens. (Can't take on an empty stomach)

Similar situation here. Mine hasn't recovered since my covid infection in 2020. I can't function without addressing it. Beef liver capsules are very effective as is a supplement called hemeplex. I take both if I'm really struggling. Also menthylated B12.

I have had or known close friends/family who have had breaks missed at urgent care. I would recommend just going straight to orthopedic if you can.

This isn't what you are asking exactly but my dad always uses a ricer for mashed potatoes. He loves it. I have one but can't be bothered. It takes too long for a large family. If it's just for gnocchi I don't think it will be too bad.

I'm planning on putting out some ranch and raw veggies with some other simple appetizers. Can I cut carrot sticks, red pepper slices and cucumber slices today and they still be fresh enough?

Pretty good. Making a bunch of pies today. Pumpkin and peach already in the oven. Crust dough was made last night and refrigerated so I just have to roll each ball out. It's making it go nice and fast. I probably won't prep any more food today. I will have more help tomorrow.

What is delta 8?

Maybe. It's a good idea. It wouldn't have fixed last night because that was my own fault. I didn't move him before falling asleep. But I am cranky enough to make sure that doesn't happen again

Bahahaha! I actually use one of these. It definitely wouldn't work for him it's me contact with me he wants even if it's just his hand on my arm or whatever. I used to not be a problem it's something weird with me now.

We do have a king already but since he wants to sleep as close as possible and I want as far away as possible, it still isn't big enough 🤣 There are guest beds and I could move except this week when we have company. But the problem only happens occasionally and I never know when. I fall asleep fine. It's the getting woken up that is the problem. I use topical magnesium but im wondering about getting some pills I could take in the moment to make help me get drowsy again. I'm going through testing for high cortisol and I think it's spiking when I get startled like that.

I had a sleep study done a year ago and was only mild (I think 1-2 times an hour) but a CPAP was recommended. I HATED sleeping with one at the study. I was literally dreaming that I was drowning in air. It gives me anxiety just to think about it. So anyways I haven't followed up and don't have a machine. What other options do I have? Anything?

My husband is a cuddler and a toucher. For some reason recently it is waking me up and making it impossible to go back to sleep. I have always been a heavy and easy sleeper until the last several months. I have no idea why unless it's pre menopause screwing me up. I usually read and fall asleep after him so we've worked it out that I just nudge him away when I'm falling asleep. It mostly works but it always seems like when it super important that I get a lot of sleep (I need 9-10 hrs most nights) something wakes me up. He will reach over in his sleep and touch my arm or something. Last night was the worst it's been by a long shot. I was SO exhausted from a bad night the night before and accidentally fell asleep while cuddling. He did that startle thing within 30 mins of falling asleep and it woke me up. I was up for over 3 hrs. I tried all my normal stuff and NOTHING worked for 3+ hrs. I did eventually fall asleep but only got 6ish hours. I need to prepare for company and thanksgiving food (we are hosting) and it's pretty much a disaster. I will nap but it won't be enough. I know myself. He also is SUPER sad about not being able to sleep the way he wants which makes me feel guilty which is a bit irrational but present nonetheless. But it also means I try to put up with it periodically and then well I get crappy sleep. I never understood old people and separate beds but I certainly do now. 😩 And I just want to whine about how crappy my day is going to be and all the stuff I'm not going to get done.

Pie.

Walking tacos are super simple and so easy and such a crowd pleaser. Individual bags of Doritos or Fritos. We like Doritos better. I get the 50 pack at smart and final Seasoned ground beef with a #10 can of pinto beans per 4-5 lbs of meat (smart and final also has the beans or you of course can use smaller cans). It's just to stretch the meat. Shredded cheese Shredded lettuce Sour cream, squirt bottle works best Salsa I do this for up to 100 while camping. So simple.

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To add: I wouldn't try to change people's mind about long standing traditional food. I understand some people might be more adventurous but lots of people really want that one dish they only have at Thanksgiving for it to feel like it's the holiday for them. That's ok too. Choices are great and I would probably focus on that.