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PunkyP0WER · 11-13-2008, 05:05 AM

First my work calls me when I get home to tell me that they're going to cut me down a days work, i work 50 hours a week. I just got health insurance through them and the only reason i got it was because i had those extra 10 hours,it was the only way i could afford it. i don't get paid much as it is ($330 a week with the extra 10 hours to probably a little over $200 when i drop to 40!) and the insurance is $100 A WEEK from my check. so now it looks like i'll have to cancel it only a month after getting it. on top of the insurance issue, its also the start of the holiday season and my husband starts chemo nov. 19 so i'm sure he'll be taking a lot of sick days. this is so the wrong time for this!
and to top it all off my laptops power cord shorted out and its $104 for a new one!

FAITH IS BELIEVING IN THINGS WHEN COMMON SENSE TELLS YOU NOT TO - Fred Gailey & Doris Walker, Miracle On 34TH Street

MonarC · 11-13-2008, 10:31 AM

That's pretty low for them to tell you over the phone like that instead of to your face. I really hope things get better for you. I know im feeling the pinch too. I can't even afford health insurance either, I only have coverage for my son. Times are tough. Just try to stay positive.

catlover79 · 11-13-2008, 12:19 PM

I'm keeping you in my thoughts & prayers, Kimberlee!!

MonarC · 11-13-2008, 01:48 PM

^^

Yeah, same here.

TripperFan · 11-13-2008, 03:12 PM

Man I feel for you guys with the health insurance thing. Right now, I don't have the extended benefits you get with work, but at least I still have emergency and hospital coverage.

You can call it what you like, but I hope Obama can do something for the healthcare in the U.S. and make it more like Canada's. We don't cover everything (prescription drugs, etc.) but hospitalization and surgery is always covered (unless it cosmetic).

Hopefully the chemo won't hit your hubby to hard this time around. Each treatment can be a little different.

I think you're going to see more and more companies cutting back like yours. It's the jobs "on the edge" like that, that are going to be hit the hardest.

MonarC · 11-13-2008, 03:42 PM

I really hope that Obama will come through with his whole "health insurance for everyone" thing too, that would be great.

TripperFan · 11-13-2008, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MonarC

I really hope that Obama will come through with his whole "health insurance for everyone" thing too, that would be great.

Honestly, I just don't understand why the U.S. has never adopted that already. They easily could do it. It's mostly run by the provinces (the equivalent to your states). Sure, our taxes are a little higher, but when you're struggling and get ill, the LAST stress you need is how am I going to pay for all this. Or worse, going bankrupt. Just think of it as contributing a bit to an insurance fund each year rather than getting hit at one time with a $100,000 medical bill.

Contrary to what a lot of conservatives think, Canada is just as capitalistic as the U.S., but some areas are more socialized - not totally socialist. There's a huge difference. Sorry - I know I'm going a bit off topic here, but it's always bothered me. I couldn't imagine what it would be like to get injured or sick and have to question whether a trip to the hospital was "worth it" or not.

Why so many republicans are against that I'll never understand. Even our conservative government is totally for it. It just makes sense.

MonarC · 11-13-2008, 04:03 PM

I have done that, where your sick but you really don't want to spend $150 or whatever it might be just to see the doctor. It's not a good feeling.

TripperFan · 11-13-2008, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MonarC

I have done that, where your sick but you really don't want to spend $150 or whatever it might be just to see the doctor. It's not a good feeling.

And dangerous too - think if things were really tight. You're stressed already. Then you get some chest pains - maybe some nausea with it. You don't go to the hospital because it's going to cost a fortune in ECGs, etc.. Two weeks later you take "the big one" and it could have been prevented with emergency bipass surgery. (That actually DID happen to my father, but it wasn't because he couldn't afford the ER trip - he was just stubborn).

It evens out financially in the end sometimes for the government - people don't let things go as far so diseases are caught earlier and treatment is cheaper and easier for all involved.

MonarC · 11-13-2008, 04:14 PM

A friend of mine also put off going to the doctor. She was having bad pains in her legs but she refused to go to the doctor. Finally she went and they found out she had bone marrow cancer. If she only would have gone in sooner as soon as the pain started in her legs they could have caught it in time before it spread. I miss her so much. She passed away a few years ago.

TripperFan · 11-13-2008, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MonarC

A friend of mine also put off going to the doctor. She was having bad pains in her legs but she refused to go to the doctor. Finally she went and they found out she had bone marrow cancer. If she only would have gone in sooner as soon as the pain started in her legs they could have caught it in time before it spread. I miss her so much. She passed away a few years ago.

Exactly. Drives me nuts when people refuse to go to the doctor - but in the U.S. I can definitely see it - I know I'd probably be on death's door before I went.

Our annual physicals are all totally free and they encourage you to go. Actually, that said, I should make an appt. myself. There's a lot to be said for preventative medicine. Look at Tara's thread today even. I hoped she hasn't waited for a while either.

catlover79 · 12-09-2008, 08:52 PM

How are things going lately, Kimberlee?

PunkyP0WER · 12-09-2008, 10:05 PM

I was surprised to see this old thread resurrected. Thank you for thinking of me Monika, you're so sweet. I love that pic of Sam by the way. I have it in a book, only its b/w and was actually going to scan it and send it to you to use for an avatar but you beat me to it, yours is much better anyway being in color and all. Bewitched is on my XMas list - seasons 2-5 (don't like 2nd Darrin) Anyway, for starters, just a few weeks after starting this thread they gave me my extra overtime day back. Although I was upset at first, I was starting to enjoy Sundays off but am glad I'm back as times are rough out there and extra money never hurts. My husband is having his 4th chemo tomorrow and then after that just 2 more to go! Aside from being exhausted and irritable, hes tolerated it pretty well and has missed few days of work. We're looking forward to the new year as he'll be starting it off in good health with his treatment over. However, he hasn't quit smoking yet, although he's tried cutting down on how much he smokes and went from smoking regular Marlboros to this type called Marlboro 72's which are very short cigs. And as far as the laptop cord goes, my husband bought me a new one 2 days later. All and all, I can't complain too much. Although, it was a rollercoaster ride of a year, its closing out as a happy one. We spent more than half of the year in debt until we were luckily bailed out just before the economy turned sour, gas prices went up and then down, my husbands cancer came back but is still non-aggressive and he now has preventitive treatment under his belt (no pun intended), I went from having no health insurance to having my first doctors appointment (Dec. 22) in probably 10 years, and best of all I went from being an SO lurker to having the courage to become an active poster and have met the most wonderful, thoughtful, inspiring, intriguing, kindest and dearest people. I really feel that I've started some true friendships on this board and hope they will grow in the new year. Thank you for all the inspirational and encouraging words you sent me throughout the year, Monika. I really did take it all to heart and most times it was all that made my day to see a reply from you and know someone was thinking of me. All the love in the world, Kimberlee

TripperFan · 12-09-2008, 10:28 PM

I am SO happy things are going a little better for you and your hubby Kimberlee! That's great news to hear. That really helped make my day a little brighter - thanks for posting the update! I had been wondering how things were going and just haven't had time to fish for the thread.

PunkyP0WER · 12-09-2008, 10:34 PM

right back at ya! oh Cathie, you too - without you i don't know where i'd be! some of the things you write just cracks me up and most of the time its much needed. I worry about you so much and hope that you're all right. You are always in my thoughts and prayers, honey. I truly mean that.

11-13-2008, 05:05 AM	#1
PunkyP0WER Member Senior Member Join Date: May 23, 2008 Location: MACY*S on 34th St. Posts: 1,908	Bad Day First my work calls me when I get home to tell me that they're going to cut me down a days work, i work 50 hours a week. I just got health insurance through them and the only reason i got it was because i had those extra 10 hours,it was the only way i could afford it. i don't get paid much as it is ($330 a week with the extra 10 hours to probably a little over $200 when i drop to 40!) and the insurance is $100 A WEEK from my check. so now it looks like i'll have to cancel it only a month after getting it. on top of the insurance issue, its also the start of the holiday season and my husband starts chemo nov. 19 so i'm sure he'll be taking a lot of sick days. this is so the wrong time for this! and to top it all off my laptops power cord shorted out and its $104 for a new one! FAITH IS BELIEVING IN THINGS WHEN COMMON SENSE TELLS YOU NOT TO - Fred Gailey & Doris Walker, Miracle On 34TH Street
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11-13-2008, 12:19 PM	#3
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	I'm keeping you in my thoughts & prayers, Kimberlee!!
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11-13-2008, 03:12 PM	#5
TripperFan In God's Arms Now Forum Star Join Date: Sep 14, 2003 Location: Heartbreak Ridge Posts: 12,086	Man I feel for you guys with the health insurance thing. Right now, I don't have the extended benefits you get with work, but at least I still have emergency and hospital coverage. You can call it what you like, but I hope Obama can do something for the healthcare in the U.S. and make it more like Canada's. We don't cover everything (prescription drugs, etc.) but hospitalization and surgery is always covered (unless it cosmetic). Hopefully the chemo won't hit your hubby to hard this time around. Each treatment can be a little different. I think you're going to see more and more companies cutting back like yours. It's the jobs "on the edge" like that, that are going to be hit the hardest.
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12-09-2008, 10:28 PM	#14
TripperFan In God's Arms Now Forum Star Join Date: Sep 14, 2003 Location: Heartbreak Ridge Posts: 12,086	YAY!!! I am SO happy things are going a little better for you and your hubby Kimberlee! That's great news to hear. That really helped make my day a little brighter - thanks for posting the update! I had been wondering how things were going and just haven't had time to fish for the thread.

11-13-2008, 10:31 AM	#2
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	That's pretty low for them to tell you over the phone like that instead of to your face. I really hope things get better for you. I know im feeling the pinch too. I can't even afford health insurance either, I only have coverage for my son. Times are tough. Just try to stay positive.

11-13-2008, 01:48 PM	#4
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	^^ Yeah, same here.

11-13-2008, 03:42 PM	#6
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	I really hope that Obama will come through with his whole "health insurance for everyone" thing too, that would be great.

11-13-2008, 04:03 PM	#8
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	I have done that, where your sick but you really don't want to spend $150 or whatever it might be just to see the doctor. It's not a good feeling.

11-13-2008, 04:14 PM	#10
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	A friend of mine also put off going to the doctor. She was having bad pains in her legs but she refused to go to the doctor. Finally she went and they found out she had bone marrow cancer. If she only would have gone in sooner as soon as the pain started in her legs they could have caught it in time before it spread. I miss her so much. She passed away a few years ago.

12-09-2008, 08:52 PM	#12
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	How are things going lately, Kimberlee?

12-09-2008, 10:05 PM	#13
PunkyP0WER Member Senior Member Join Date: May 23, 2008 Location: MACY*S on 34th St. Posts: 1,908	I was surprised to see this old thread resurrected. Thank you for thinking of me Monika, you're so sweet. I love that pic of Sam by the way. I have it in a book, only its b/w and was actually going to scan it and send it to you to use for an avatar but you beat me to it, yours is much better anyway being in color and all. Bewitched is on my XMas list - seasons 2-5 (don't like 2nd Darrin) Anyway, for starters, just a few weeks after starting this thread they gave me my extra overtime day back. Although I was upset at first, I was starting to enjoy Sundays off but am glad I'm back as times are rough out there and extra money never hurts. My husband is having his 4th chemo tomorrow and then after that just 2 more to go! Aside from being exhausted and irritable, hes tolerated it pretty well and has missed few days of work. We're looking forward to the new year as he'll be starting it off in good health with his treatment over. However, he hasn't quit smoking yet, although he's tried cutting down on how much he smokes and went from smoking regular Marlboros to this type called Marlboro 72's which are very short cigs. And as far as the laptop cord goes, my husband bought me a new one 2 days later. All and all, I can't complain too much. Although, it was a rollercoaster ride of a year, its closing out as a happy one. We spent more than half of the year in debt until we were luckily bailed out just before the economy turned sour, gas prices went up and then down, my husbands cancer came back but is still non-aggressive and he now has preventitive treatment under his belt (no pun intended), I went from having no health insurance to having my first doctors appointment (Dec. 22) in probably 10 years, and best of all I went from being an SO lurker to having the courage to become an active poster and have met the most wonderful, thoughtful, inspiring, intriguing, kindest and dearest people. I really feel that I've started some true friendships on this board and hope they will grow in the new year. Thank you for all the inspirational and encouraging words you sent me throughout the year, Monika. I really did take it all to heart and most times it was all that made my day to see a reply from you and know someone was thinking of me. All the love in the world, Kimberlee

12-09-2008, 10:34 PM	#15
PunkyP0WER Member Senior Member Join Date: May 23, 2008 Location: MACY*S on 34th St. Posts: 1,908	right back at ya! oh Cathie, you too - without you i don't know where i'd be! some of the things you write just cracks me up and most of the time its much needed. I worry about you so much and hope that you're all right. You are always in my thoughts and prayers, honey. I truly mean that.