Joanne Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 We have a: Liver Dr and Clinic (Baylor medical) A plan Lose weight using South Beach Change in meds, dropping one lesser and more spendy med for a better, less spendy one with manufacturer support for low income A plan for severity, a scale according to MELD Permission to return to St. Luke's, and listing Dr. as our liver doctor. Encouragement to use company (Cardon) to assist with disability claim. A possible "something" found by ultrasound and follow up MRI in his abdomen. A denial of social security income benefits because Adrian has 9 weeks (or $2800) of unemployment emergency benefits (extreme length of benefits but I'll take it). When these benefits end, he would qualify. However, by then I will have graduated, and may look for therapist rate hours after my teaching job ends for the day. OTOH, I may stay as library assistant where I don't get paid much, but have benefits. The disability claim is still pending completion of medical review. I know that used bookstores often has South Beach material for cheap, so I'll be looking. I put off losing my own weight (I was going to start in August) because the combination of stress caused me to have to take *something* off the table (no pun intended :lol:) but I will join him. Much of this was made possible due to a member of this board, her care, and her connection. I will never take internet friends lightly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I'm so happy to see this. Hopefully it feels good to have a plan. Is the MRI result an expected thing? I'm so glad someone was able to get him on a drug program. I have The South Beach Diet and The South Beach Diet Cookbook. They're yours if you want them. Just PM me an address, and I'll mail them to you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieZ Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Yippee!!! That is so wonderful that you have a doctor and hospital. Thank God! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Sounds like you've been having a rough time and now there is some definite hope there. Isn't it wonderful to know that internet friends can be just as valuable as those IRL? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I am so thankful for this turn of events for you, and for the internet friend who shared the information that could make this turn happen. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I am ever so thankful, prayers winging, that you are getting some assistance and answers. Now, maybe we can hope that you can find a job with therapist hr. rates AND benefits. That would be awesome!!! Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I'm glad that you have a plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen A Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 So glad the care your husband needs (specialist) is finally being delivered! Thanks to God for answered prayers in that way, and sending up more for healing, help through bureaucracy, etc. Yeah for WTM connections and caring individuals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I am so thankful for this turn of events for you, and for the internet friend who shared the information that could make this turn happen. :grouphug: :iagree: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :grouphug: I am so very thankful to read this latest update! Prayers continue! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Can I send you a copy of the South Beach Diet book free from paperback swap? PM me your address and I'll make sure it gets to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keptwoman Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I'm so thrilled for you guys, Joanne! You have been heavy on my heart. So pleased that you might have a way forward. What a blessing the Internet friend is!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 :grouphug: I'm so glad something is starting to happen for Adrian. I hope it continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Joanne; :grouphug: I was just thinking about you today. I pray for you and your dh as the Lord brings you to mind. Thanks for the update. So thankful you have a plan! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Woods Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I too have some southbeach books. If you want them PM please. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: YAY! Now that you have a plan, good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: Awesome! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Joanne, I'm so glad to hear the good news. Continuing in prayer . . . :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So glad that you are getting the help you need! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: It's good to hear good news. I'm still praying for your dh and you. :grouphug: Thanks for the update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Joanne, that's wonderful news!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Joanne, there are not words to express how happy I am for you, and how thankful I am for your internet friend! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Wow - how wonderful to hear there's a plan in place!!! Thank you to your advocate and thanks to Him for prayers answered! :) Will be keeping you both in prayer. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 We have a: Liver Dr and Clinic (Baylor medical) A plan Lose weight using South Beach Change in meds, dropping one lesser and more spendy med for a better, less spendy one with manufacturer support for low income A plan for severity, a scale according to MELD Permission to return to St. Luke's, and listing Dr. as our liver doctor. Encouragement to use company (Cardon) to assist with disability claim. A possible "something" found by ultrasound and follow up MRI in his abdomen. A denial of social security income benefits because Adrian has 9 weeks (or $2800) of unemployment emergency benefits (extreme length of benefits but I'll take it). When these benefits end, he would qualify. However, by then I will have graduated, and may look for therapist rate hours after my teaching job ends for the day. OTOH, I may stay as library assistant where I don't get paid much, but have benefits. The disability claim is still pending completion of medical review. I know that used bookstores often has South Beach material for cheap, so I'll be looking. I put off losing my own weight (I was going to start in August) because the combination of stress caused me to have to take *something* off the table (no pun intended :lol:) but I will join him. Much of this was made possible due to a member of this board, her care, and her connection. I will never take internet friends lightly. Wow. I am so happy to hear that you have a plan! :grouphug: I also have a couple of South Beach books and can mail them tomorrow. I have South Beach Diet Supercharged and I have the SBD Dining Out guide. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 (edited) Thanks be to God and your WTM guardian angel! Prayers continue. Warms my heart to read of this hope. Edited November 2, 2011 by OLG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Oh, Joanne--that's *such* good news. I'm so grateful for you, I think I might cry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So glad to hear some good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Great news! Certainly a step in the right direction. I hope it's the first of many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 (edited) Oh Joanne, this is such good news! Not a golden path to skip down but, wow, such tremendous progress! May God continue to watch over you and Adrian, and the forum angel who was able to help. :grouphug: Edited November 2, 2011 by AuntieM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I don't understand what much of that means to your situation, but I'm happy there's a plan. And thank you to that friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Oh, I'm so happy for you both! :) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnsinkableKristen Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 What wonderful news. I am so very happy for you. :grouphug: and continued prayers!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So glad that you've got a plan going forward. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie-txmama2six Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I am so happy that things are starting to move forward for you and your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 May this be a permanent turn in the road for you. Good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriwether Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I am so happy to hear some positive news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 That is really great news. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Great news, Joanne!! Continuing to pray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbi in Texas Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So glad for you. A plan makes all the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Yay for good things! :grouphug: Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Wonderful news!! Hope things start looking up now! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So happy to see this post! Thank you, Mystery Person, for helping this family!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Awesome!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 So glad your dh is finally getting care. :grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :D Such wonderful news! :D Will keep praying for your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I'm so happy for you and your DH! :grouphug: Still sending good thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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