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RE: Did you know that you can get your meds much cheaper at.....

Here in the Yukon I pay 0 for healthcare, nor did I in Saskatchewan; except for elective surgeries, eye exams (75.00) Both provinces have drug subsidization programs for lower income/chronic illness. In Sask. seniors never pay more than 15.00 a prescription and they have deductibles for the year and if you go over, you are covered for prescription costs.
All stores here, Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart or Superstore pretty well charge the same...it is their dispensing fees that very.
And...in Saskatchewan, a chiropractor visit is only 10.00. Up here it is 40.00
For the first 3 months of relocating, we are covered by our province of origin and then transfer to new province/territory. When we travel within Canada, we are covered by our home insurance - the provinces have agreements of such and as there are several border cities (Lloydminster's hospital is on the Sask side of the border but used by the Albertans as well. At one time, I lived in Sask. but doctored in Manitoba...

RE: What do you know about Canada?

You mean desert Jen. Actually in Northwestern Saskatchewan there are the Athabasca Sands, which I believe is an official desert. In this area of the Yukon, we are a semi-arid climate, which mimics desert in many ways and we do have deserts dispersed throughout the area. There is an area just north called Beringia, which was a large area of land that was spared ice coverage during the ice age and was a tropical like environment, home to the mammoth, giant beaver, sabre tooth tiger, miniature horse etc. Very interesting and remarkable actually!
Snow? We don't have snow here yet...????
In grade 5, we had to learn all of the provinces/territories, their capitals etc. As well, we learned extensively about the states, their capitals, state flowers/trees/birds etc. I find it interesting that other countries know very little about Canada...
Diamonds - there is diamond mining just starting up in North eastern Saskatchewan, very close to where I used to live...but Canada has some very rich mining all ready in place, including the diamonds, gold, potash, uranium, oil, natural gas, cooper, iron etc...
We are rich not only in history and ethnicity, but in farming, technology, forestry, medical research, humanitarianism, etc. My family chose to immigrate here at the turn of the 20th century, from Prussia (via North Dakota for a while) and Scotland. I am only the second generation Canadian born in my family...I am very proud to be Canadian.

So...what do you call them???

Exactly....better one yet, he often refers to himself as my old man...
However, I have a hard time calling him that...for whatever reason; it's weird. Yet, he calls me his girlfriend and it works; NOT the old lady.
Perhaps I have uncovered somewhat of a double standard.

RE: have you met any famous people?

Being from a specific rural area in Saskatchewan... have met and know several former NHL players. One in particular; Wendel Clark, former Maple Leaf Captain; our families are very close and we naturally spent time, as all groups of kids do, at community and family events....

A Broken Child

Thanks bake... actually we come from a rural area in Saskatchewan...he is a very accomplished rider and roper. He has always been exposed to animals, including dogs and I agree with the therapeutic affects of animals for people with anxiety and it does work for him.
However, the anxiety and other moods are symptoms of a biological and chemical imbalance which required monitoring and medications. We have several behavior and mood modification/stabilization strategies in place for prevention and maintenance .....and they do wonders...the problem is that his medications were not strong enough in his system to keep his brain chemicals stable.
They are working now on stabilization of the meds and consistent levels in his blood. There are often so man components involved in a wellness plan and so many supports needed...it can get overwhelming.
He's getting better...slowly, I think. Long road ahead. Thanks for you good wishes.

So...what do you call them???

Ummm...think there is a bit of a misunderstanding...or perhaps I worded this question wrong?? {More than likely}
I call him by name or certain endearments no problem...
My question is I was wondering how, when we all get to different stages in our lives, relationship wise included, do we refer to our "partner" to others...Example, he goes to hospital to see my son and help with his meds....I let nurses know that my "partner" will be up to help with meds and they then refer to him as my son's stepfather.
I needed to fill out an emergency contact form for myself and needed to define the "relationship to me"....
I know very well who we are and who he is to me....society in general has expectations and the need for definitions... lies my conundrum.
Just wanted to know if others have run into this and I guess...the simplest is boyfriend... albeit somewhat of a flashback

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I tend to agree gord...there is far more to a successful and lasting relationship than stated in the poem....if fact, what is written is just a very small piece of the pie. Although, I do really like what the words have to say....and great chemistry does help

So...what do you call them???

Just a question...
How should one refer to their "significant other"???
Boyfriend? feels weird, he's not a boy, he's a man. Manfriend? That's what the very senior ladies in my Granny's group say "she's got a man friend".
Partner? Feels sort of business like. Significant other? A mouthful and sort of snooty? My man? sound like I have possessiveness issues....
What do you call your ????? Ideas?

A Broken Child

Thanks to everyone for their positive thoughts and ideas....just a bit of an update. He is still in hospital and I have to tell you that there were a few days that his behaviours and thoughts were so bizarre and paranoid???? Was starting to wonder if he was lost forever. He would not eat or sleep and would only take his meds from me...But, he has started improving greatly. Had 2 nights of good sleep and last night took his meds from Glen when I was at work so I could just go home and sleep rather than heading up to the hospital. Tonight I got a few hours off of work so that we can take him out for 3 hours - he can spend time with the dog and play guitar and just relax and hang out.
It is so hard to explain the fear and frustration when things like this go on with your kid.. I am sure this is not the last time, but seems like everytime he spirals, it's worse than the time before.
The other really horrible part of this is that his father takes events like this to do the point fingers and blame game...and he attempts to subtly erode the trust my son has for me. Really sad that rather than accepting that our son has mental illness and probably will for his lifetime...rather than give him the positive support, thoughts and encouragement he needs - he would rather attend to his own agenda and fulfill his own needs. But really, would I expect anything different??? NOT!
Thanks to all

RE: Winter is here

+3 Celsius....with light intermittent drizzle.....no snow; but very icy during the night and early morning hours after it freezes let me tell you!

A Broken Child

Thanks to each and everyone of you that has offered support and advice. Kim thanks for the mail. I took an hour off work this morning and we went to see him. Was able to get him into the shower, which is a huge step. He was glad to see Glen. Talked to the mental health nurse about the b vitamin theory and he agrees - is going to ask the doc to test for all vitamin deficiencies. Kiddo was able to sit up a bit better today and answer questions. He repeats the last word that I say to him...very odd. Thanks for the hugs and caring...
gordy, the mental health system up here is far from where it should be that is for sure. Very much a lack of awareness and understanding and education. When I went into the Dr. office with kiddo and said that my son was in crisis and we needed to see someone there as his psych records are there - they said they closed at 4, no one was able to see him, wrote the # to mental health office on a post it note and sent me on my way. very offensive...although kiddo's doc is making some changes now that he has been made aware. In my experience, when it comes to dispersal of funds, those with disabilities and mental health issues are at the bottom of the priority list!
YT- he is very involved in music and fishing and his part time work - many things we do as a family. We all play guitar, my partner is teaching my son... The problem has become that he is so disconnected and withdrawn that he has no desire or ability to participate. He is crazy about the dog, but has even withdrawn from her, although he perked up when I mentioned her yesterday...so they have given permission for her to visit him in hospital.
The crazy thing about all of this is that there is no rhyme or reason, no episode is the same as the last and feels like we are flying by the seat of our pants all of the time. We have to rule out physical issues as well...and get him eating and regulate his sleep patterns. It is heartbreaking as a parent to see him in such pain and not be able to fix it. Moms are supposed to be able to fix everything and have all the answers...thankful for Glen, he is able to keep me balanced and support me - he cares for my kid, they are pretty tight, and he is worried, but he is able to be very much a stabilizer for us right now.
Thanks so much...

A Broken Child

Hi all; am sure that through the past year+ most of you know that my youngest has some health problems, namely he has depressive/anxiety disorder - Add this to usual childhood/teenage angst and behaviours and every day can be a challenge. He has been doing extremely well since we made the move up north, loving life and working...still struggling but doing he very best. He is very compliant and responsible taking his meds and very aware of managing his illness. He has been through so much and several hospitalizations etc. Anyways, he got sick at the beginning of September with a horrible flu and has spiralled down psychologically since. It has been so frightening and painful to see my child suffer so intensely. He reused to go for help or to the doc, but finally the other day he asked us for help. They have done bloodwork and discover his meds are not working as they should - he is so disconnected and scared.
Has anyone got ideas - "normal" ideas, not fanatical off the wall stuff please - Maybe some one you know or you have gone through this. I was a mental health worker and that makes it more frightening - feels like he may not come out of this crisis.
~ a worried and scared mom

RE: How do you feel about private investigators on check-ups ?

Sorry, but when I first read the title...it sounded like how did I feel about a private investigator coming along with me for a checkup...and I damn near pissed myself laughing.
So, got myself together and understand and can respond.
JMO - No, because everyone changes and what is found can easily be taken out of context or be a result of one person's perspective and values and as far as I am concerned, that is wrong. Everyone who has lived outside of a bubble has a past of some kind, an oops, one or two or more mistakes...and life goes on and they grow and become the people they were put on this earth to be. And listening to an Ex??? Are you kidding me? They are an ex for a reason and only in very rare circumstances would an ex be capable of giving an unbiased, unresentful accounting of the facts...it is human nature.
I say alot of this, because I sure as hell have made some very poor choices, my past is far from pristine...nor is the past of the man I love...but it is the past and we live for today and tomorrow.
Judgement can be a very frightening thing and I tend to believe get your windows streak free before you start on someone else's. JMHO

RE: which was the most important invention in history?

...sliced bread??

RE: Anyone in here know anything about the VW Golf car?

Damn I'm good...that Glen guy is a pretty lucky man

RE: Lesson in Stress Management

OH you know you don't mean that...you ole' grump!!! Happy Thanksgiving gord, hope your long weekend is turning out good! Nice day today isn't it...haven't seen the sky so blue in weeks!

RE: THINGS MY MOTHER TOLD ME !!!

Mine said the same thing to me as well as her classic "Don't look at me in that tone of voice!"

RE: THINGS MY MOTHER TOLD ME !!!

Mine said the same thing to me as well as her classic "Don't look at me in that tone of voice!"

RE: Politics

Thought provoking and funny....Happy Turkey time Brew!!

Thanksgiving

Couldn't agree more Kim...am very grateful for the laughs (those whom you mentioned as well as KDH; KDH & Brew {our own little comedy team}, kidatheart, loner {miss ya, hope life is being good to you} and a variety of others ...am grateful for the shared wisdom and truth; the advise {good and bad}; am ever grateful for the special idiots that happen upon the forums from time to time - makes me grateful that I am closer to "normal" than not {remember what normal is Kim?}
I am grateful that my man and I cooked supper together yesterday and shared out first Thanksgiving meal and I am very grateful that there wasn't mounds of those suffocating leftovers to deal with!!
Happy Thanksgiving Kim and Brian and to you and yours... and a big hug to the Matriarch!!!

RE: Please welcome OMGimnew to the group.

Ya, what Kim said!!! A warm welcome to you as well oreo!! (love the parrot!!!)

RE: Please welcome OMGimnew to the group.

A sincere welcome imnew!!! Don't be shy...this Canadian forum needs a whole lot of shaking up!!! T

RE: Please welcome OMGimnew to the group.

She will be welcomed with open arms...no doubt about that! Hope she comes out of hiding soon....

RE: These emoticons!!!

Hi nottoo! Can't say for sure how, but I downloaded sometime ago, a application called smiley central, and it is now on my hotmail tool bar. I know that this type of thing is available with most mail accounts...just not sure how. Maybe just search for emoticon applications and see what comes up? Hope that will help! T

RE: "ThanksGiving."

Happy Turkey Day!
I am thankful for it all - the good, the bad and the ugly; for it all happening has made me who I am and I really like who I am. I am thankful that my kids and grand baby are doing okay. Thankful that this big ole world is still spinning around and we are all hanging on! Thankful that my man and I get to spend this Thanksgiving face to face.
Am working 9 days straight, except for Saturday, so guess that is the day for cooking. Wish I would have the time and energy for the traditional fare, but whatever it is, it will be great and we will be together...and there will be leftovers and not enough room in the fridge I am very thankful for the beauty of the land - is never ceases to amaze me how we have been provided the opportunity to witness such beauty every day!
So from sea to shining sea Canada, Happy Thanksgiving

RE: LifeMates

Hunter,I am confused (sometimes that should be my middle name) Anyways, used what people for what? Did we use certain people to find a lifemate? Please clarify and then there may be some answers for you...

RE: maximum women don't know what they are looking!

Hi, welcome. Just so you know, most people do not like being alone and that is why we venture to a site such as this in the first place. I hope you find your happily every after.
I can only speak for myself - I continue to come on this site because I have made a few friends here and it is a way to keep the connection over the distance. Through it all, we support one another,we listen, advise, virtually hug, congratulate - what ever any group of friends would do when one of their own needed something...kind of like the Seinfields of the virtual world. Whether is be relationships gone bad, health issues, death, unemployment or plain old confusion - we are there. I like reading the forums when I have time and when the spirit moves me I like to post. Certainly not here to compete with those who are still single, but we will be here to support you along your journey! There are some really good folks on here, single or not...T

we

Just had this hanging around, not sure where or who the source is; could be from here for all I know. But I like it and want to share:

When do two people become a “we”

When your thoughts can no longer be properly finished within your own mind.
When her smell is all that you can imagine.
When time stands still in her presence.
When the blood of your soul returns renewed.
When her smile is absolutely infectious.
When the sound of her voice eclipses all songs.
When the bed is always empty without her.
When your dreams begin to move forward.
When there is no longer an I in any equation.
When the slightest touch of her hand makes you sweat and your heart race.

Thanksgiving

Alrighty then...fellow Canadians!!! We have this work week to make it through and we are then going to enjoy the long weekend (well, some of us will) and celebrate our Thanksgiving! So...hows about, everyday this week, each of us post 1 thing we are thankful for, one thing, big or small, for always or just in that moment and time... Because I tend to think that the stressors we are all under and the expectations that are upon us all make it pretty easy to forget that it is all about and all the goodness and joy! BTW, the hokie pokie is NOT what it's all about!!!

I'll start...today I am thankful that everyone who I love is okay, just for today

RE: Attention Eyes and Gordy...

Awww... to Brian...guess my social graces were tireder than me!!!
You will be back Kim...maybe you can make it up for Rendezvous!!! Or the finish of the quest??? We have so much to offer, I think lots of folk should come up here in the summer!!! Maybe all the female wisdom and whatnot in such a concentrated level was too much for him at that late hour???