I hate surprises that involve me losing money

[clevermanka]

I thought I had already paid the bill for my CAT scan, but apparently that was just for part of the procedure. Yesterday I got a fairly hefty bill for the rest of it. Boo. And they didn't even find something. I'm not sure I want to bother going to the appointment with the specialist at the end of the month. I have serious doubts they'll find anything that wasn't apparent in the blood work, sonogram, or CAT scans. Of course, months of blood work didn't reveal my goiter, either, so I suppose there's hope. Still. It's frustrating. And expensive. I don't have a lot of money. I hate spending it on stuff that gives me absolutely no joy (or even information) in return. Bah.

If anyone wants to buy a knitting needle case from me (for yourself or as a gift), now would be a really good time. Just saying.

Thank gods I've got those two sewing gigs who pay up this month. That can be grocery money for June and maybe even July if I'm super frugal. I just have to say no to restaurant outings for the time being. I've already cut all non-essential purchasing, including new clothes, CDs, fabric, and crafty stuff.

On a completely unrelated note:

I am not casting aspersions on others who have chosen to do so, but I want people to know that I will never reprint, distribute, or share any email, phone, or other conversation we share unless I have your explicit permission and support. If an email is sent to a group, or if many people are involved in the conversation, I will assume what you say is public. But be assured that anything you tell me in a one-on-one situation is considered by me to be confidential. I expect my words to be held in the same regard. If you do not feel such interactions with me are private, please let me know. I understand not everyone feels the same way I do about this, and I'd like to know if we differ. I'm not making a judgement call, I just want to know ahead of time so neither of us are surprised or disappointed.

Comments

[adammaker.livejournal.com]

I deeply appreciate your statement on open vs. closed communication above.
It closely matches my stance on both electronic and other interpersonal communications.
(and, of course, it was well-stated.)

[bountifulpots.livejournal.com]

Knitting needle cases? Do tell! I have knitting needles that are everywhere!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I'll take some photos and put them in a post. Good idea.

My straight needle cases ($25) hold one each of every size 14" needle from size 1 to 15 (10" needles fit too, although they don't fill the channel, obviously). My circular needle cases ($35) hold fifteen pairs of any length circular needle. I will do a custom case if you have all large size needles and no use for the smaller channels--I did this for thefox_rb. We can email about that.

I'll get pics of cases and fabric swatches by the end of the week. Thanks for your interest!

[saycestsay.livejournal.com]

Me too! Um, you have anything for crochet hook?

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I have made a couple wee little cases for crochet hooks. Email me the sizes of hooks you have and how many and I can send you a quote. Fabric selections will be the same as the needles cases.

[rougewench.livejournal.com]

Go to the specialist. The only way they can figure out what's going on is to systematically try every avenue of possibility. The CAT you are paying for eliminated possibilities, and is hence worth it.

I know, solely because I got to pay for one myself, prior to having the colonoscopy. The CAT scan in my case ruled out appendicitis.


D.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Oh, I know. *hangs head* I'll go. But that's not to say I won't bitch about it every step of the way. =D

[rougewench.livejournal.com]

I would be woefully disappointed if you didn't, my dear.

I would just rather see you not have to deal with pain. Living with my own version of gastrointestinal hell, I would keep you from it if I could.

Speaking of gastrointestinal hell, I need to make an appointment for the next up the butt peeky-peeky (thankfully only the left side of the colon so not such a big deal...I hope...)


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A Testimony

[angelbedwell.livejournal.com]

I concur with roguewench go see the specialist.

Lydia's needlecases are mucho appreciated as gifts =)

No surprises or disappointments here.

Warm fuzzies in your direction...

[grnvixen.livejournal.com]

Go to the appt! It is essentially part of what you paid for with the CAT scan (eliminated some possibilities) so think of it as getting your money's worth :).

And can you shoot me a pic of the needle case? My mother knits but I am not sure how she stores her needles, she might be interested.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I will be sure to post a Needle Case Advertisement this week!

[shrijani.livejournal.com]

But be assured that anything you tell me in a one-on-one situation is considered by me to be confidential. I understand not everyone feels the same way I do about this, and I'd like to know if we differ.

I feel the same way. I've had some experiences that have cemented that for me, big time.

Ick about the CAT scan bill. :( As soon as I can afford it, I might see if we can strike a deal for a long, simple black skirt, if you're interested.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Oh, yes! Most certainly. I'll be open for custom sewing business sometime after RenFest starts, if that's not too late for you.

[shrijani.livejournal.com]

Yay! And that timing sounds lovely, as I am sure to be employed by then! *touch wood*

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry to hear about the CAT scan bill surprise. Boy, does that sound like the anti-thesis of a good recipe?

On the interaction/convo deal... I have to let you know that I'm situational with that one. There are times we're chatting that I don't think would make a damn bit of diffo if I, say, told another friend of both of ours.."Lydia and I were discussing lalala last week and she said..." I like to think that I'm thoughtful enough to know confidential words vs things you'd say to others.

I can also be vicious when it comes to people I know are lying to me, or in other ways trying to give me grief. Not that you'd do that, but...just so's we all know.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

You know I love to give you grief, babydoll *wink*, but I'll never lie to you.

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

*tremble*
are we supposed to be on for tonight, or is that next week?

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Probably next week. I've got to finish costume #2 for PH Girl. Thanks for the reminder. I've got you on the calendar for next week. I need another bra fitting, sorry. I changed it to a back closure.