Thanks for hanging in there everyone!
Added 2020-05-21 14:55:08 +0000 UTCI want to thank all of you for hanging in there while I get things sorted here on the home front. It looks like my adventures in medication are going to be longer than I thought they were going to be for a number of reasons, not the least of which is that I can't actually get examined by my doctor personally due to the situation in Philly, so there is a lot of delay in communication and guess work in getting my issues straightened out. Still working on all of it. When I have a good day I'll try to get some content made here and there, so stay tuned.
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I do none of those things that you are assuming that I do. But thanks for your concerns.
Fran Blanche
2020-05-23 21:31:18 +0000 UTCFran you are awesome! I don’t often comment, but about 8 months ago I was very low as well. I am here to tell you that you can pull yourself out of anything. The first thing that you have to do is start being frank and asking for the help that others are willing to give. Doctors included! Being honest, realistic, open and friendly goes a long way. As you can plainly tell. You are smart as hell and know what you need. The COVID-19 situation will easily suck you into negativity. Stop reading the news and focus on the academic papers. There is a lot of positive outlook being filtered by the media. Reach out and have some 1:1 conversations with new people. You have a whole community of intelligent and diverse people here who all have interesting perspectives, I am sure of it! There is not a single person here who would not entertain a phone call from you. Everyone has struggles; let us help each other!
John Laur
2020-05-23 04:00:35 +0000 UTCI got very ill a long time ago. So when I came back I realized how important good health is.. So yes, we understand.. all of us do, I'm sure. So Take Care, Fran.. you mean a lot to us :-)
2020-05-22 19:59:15 +0000 UTCWell, going to the hospital is the surest way to get the thing that cannot be mentioned, and also medical resources are scarce and other things. All non-essential medical procedures and such are postponed.
Fran Blanche
2020-05-22 13:33:55 +0000 UTCSurely they have let you see a doctor personally if it's warranted? That situation is ridiculous!
EEVblog
2020-05-21 23:21:21 +0000 UTCWe care about you Fran!
2020-05-21 22:52:10 +0000 UTCOh, well it's actually a lot more expensive outside the city, and they do not have the large industrial spaces conducive for a lab and rent is quite high out there and no culture so I'd have nothing to do outside my own space - just like being on lockdown now - and I actually prefer the city life where people aren't in your business and leave you alone and you get real rock shows down the block and a vibrant art scene and lots to do and see and great food and well, Ive said it so many times if you're an out transperson you want to live in the city. I still miss New York, but I could never afford to ever live there again. 'Nuff said?
Fran Blanche
2020-05-21 22:42:11 +0000 UTCThanks a bunch Donald!
Fran Blanche
2020-05-21 22:37:11 +0000 UTCThanks George!
Fran Blanche
2020-05-21 22:36:39 +0000 UTCYour health and recovery is very important / nothing else matters.
2020-05-21 22:34:41 +0000 UTCTake care, we care about you.
Kendra Akin
2020-05-21 21:55:31 +0000 UTCWe'll be thinking of you, Fran, and sending positive waves your way.
2020-05-21 19:40:56 +0000 UTCGet well soon, Fran. Your health is first.
Andy Callaway
2020-05-21 18:20:59 +0000 UTCTake care Fran ,well be here for you when things gets better ,just knowing your ok ish is good enough for me ..
Richard Vickers
2020-05-21 18:10:43 +0000 UTCJust look after yourself Fran I'll still be here when you are better however long it takes. Best wishes to you and i hope you feel better soon.x
Matthew Beddow
2020-05-21 17:31:59 +0000 UTCWhy you aren't to think about moving outside to a small house in the green near the city? Lower prices, better air, bigger places for rent... no more extra storage costs....
2020-05-21 17:16:55 +0000 UTCYou look after yourself too.
Dr Andy Hill
2020-05-21 17:16:35 +0000 UTCNo worries Fran, just get yourself sorted out!
Dr Andy Hill
2020-05-21 17:09:42 +0000 UTCNo worries, Fran. My best wishes to you.
Nicholas Wilson
2020-05-21 16:41:36 +0000 UTCTake all the time you need, we'll still be here when you're ready.
David Peaker
2020-05-21 16:23:52 +0000 UTCEchoing everyone else's sentiments Fran, take care of you first. We can wait till you feel better.
2020-05-21 16:22:34 +0000 UTCThere's no Lab without Fran. So, take care of yourself first. Much love from Central Oregon.
2020-05-21 16:13:15 +0000 UTCPlease take care of yourself. We'll be waiting for you when you can get back. Stay safe Fran.
John N Nelson
2020-05-21 15:50:35 +0000 UTCHope things go well! Just bumped my pledge.
2020-05-21 15:46:58 +0000 UTCNo worries. I’m not doing much better myself. So much anxiety and stress I’m barely holding it together sometimes.
Jessica McIntosh
2020-05-21 15:21:13 +0000 UTCTake care Fran!
2020-05-21 15:13:00 +0000 UTCWe'll still be here. Take care of yourself. Virtual hug.
Jan Snyder-Ellerman
2020-05-21 15:10:23 +0000 UTC
