Surgery--Again

Many dirty words thrown in...grumble, grumble.

But I'm so glad your voice has made a comeback. And maybe this new social worker can help with the MRI payment issue?

Roberta, Im glad to hear youre voice is returning cause that means that there is healing going on. Thatis great news .

That's so much better, Roberta.

Your voice back & a half decent social worker!

What an improvement on last week!

Hey, lots of good stuff there! Especially happy about the helpful social worker. I just know there are programs and services for you out there, but there's only so much we can do from afar.

Voice was gone yesterday, but is back today.

I need to explain about the social worker. Social workers in hospitals and clinics aren't case workers. That is, they don't handle a particular person on an ongoing basis. They largely make referrals and handle immediate issues. The one I met with made referrals. One of the places she referred me to does have case workers, and I'm hoping to get one there. She was extremely helpful, and she gave me her contact info in case I need to talk to her.

welcome back, verce of 'boida...

BoidaVoica: Peeps Will Listen...

girl - you sound a little stronger... I am so amazed by your courage - you are doing great - must be so hard - but you keep on keeping on and we can see a difference in you..... yep, you're still feeling crap.... but it will get easier. Slowly, but surely. So very proud of how you have dealt with all you have. Wish you knew that.... very inspiring hun.

Rest up gal - feel a little better tomorrow. Sleep tonite. love ya gal xxxx

So...howz mit?

Checking in for your news, Roberta.

Worrying about yesterday, but it's good your voice is back today. You need it!

I hope you do find a new case worker. A really good one this time!

Hanukkah hugs to all here who have lit their first candle. xox

Chag Sameach, Boida.

A freilichin Chanukah!

Danke shoen!

I had the MRI yesterday. Went to the hospital early so I could go to the finance office and try to arrange a partial payment plan. Instead I was reclassified based on my current income. Not only was the cost of the MRI reduced, but everything else I pay at Bellevue has been reduced by half.

Thanks for the Chanukah wishes. I say Chappy Chanukah to those who celebrate and even to those who don't. I no longer observe religious holidays, but this one holds a special place in my heart because of the wonderful childhood memories associated with it. I loved the story of the miracle. Loved the candle-lighting with the chance for a kid to participate. Loved the potato latkes, especially if my grandmother made them. Loved the dredl. And loved the Chanukah gelt (money)--chocolate coins covered in gold foil.

that sounds like better holiday news

there's a christmas bird waiting for you in the beautiful animals thread

Hey, good to see grin-inducing news!

Happy Chanukah. Sozlet beat the pants off of her grandma at dreidel last night and was way too happy about it.

Chappy Chinook to you, babe.

Oh Roberta, I am smiling at your news re: finances. Finally someone has seen sense! Very happy for you. Happy Chanukah!

Hey Boida

Oh.... so pleased for you about the finances. A little breathing space girl... at last.

When do you get the mri results? How is the fodder partaking going and how are the vocals?

I am sending you a wee slice of my birthday cake " if I could " would do it for real ...



Oh oh oh.... the BigBoy came home today (16... going on Eminem.....) " anyhooooo " he came home disguised as a cheetah " OH MY " just look at his hair! A wee girl decided to experiment her bleaching techniques......... mmmmmmmmmm...... he’s rarely without a baseball cap.....methinks it looks quite good actually, certainly....different <no, I didn’t say that out loud>. Thought this would make you smile a little.



Thinking of you heaps and hoping for you to enjoy the festive season. Hugs gal xxxx

There's a little bit of good news!

Chappy Chanukah!