Even the way they're spoken to sometimes in that patronizing way just pisses me off. My 94 year old great aunt had to tell her nurse to fuck off when she tried that shit once. They may be hard of hearing or slow but they are not children.

This is so awful. The way the elderly are treated sometimes is just another reason I fear growing old. And that picture is just too much for me right now.

Just stopping by to rave about Fela. Best musical I have seen/heard in forever. Love love loved it. I was dancing in my seat all night. Highly recommended.

Much respect to your former roomie. I think I'll need therapy before I get into an elevator without sweating.

I was just wondering what was so wrong about looking the way you wanted to. Wear your hair the way YOU want and maintain the weight YOU see fit.

Screw elevators. I hate those things with a passion.

Many many hugs to you. Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the peace and happiness in the world.

Thank you for saying that. I lost my dear aunt to the disease and I'd like to second that it is about women, not breasts. Much love to you. I wish you all the best.

Been there quite recently. And let me tell you, in hindsight I've realized that this sort of inconsistent behavior is a huge red flag. Tell him you need him to be considerate and respectful of your time and feelings. Otherwise, he can take a hike and stay gone.

It's certainly pretty but perhaps that's not even her style.

Yup. Hundreds of physicians, statisticians and epidemiologists must be wrong. Because GRANDPA!

I suppose. But that's an odd way of putting it.

All really solid advice. Thanks so much for the support. I'm glad to hear your perspectives on this and was so tired of being forced to do something I don't want with someone who I suspect would hurt me again if given the chance.

I have a question about forgiveness.

You're right. It's probably just to feed their ego. And I actually fell for it :/

In the past few weeks, I've had 2 long ago exes pop up out of nowhere and send me these sweet emails. Like, hey, it's been a long time, how are you doing? And I give a short and friendly answer like, I'm well. Just finished grad school, working at such and such, living in this city. How are you? And then they do not…

Awww. Keep hugging and supporting that man. He's very lucky to have you during this difficult time. Hope his luck improves soon.

3 cheers for Sesame Street's pinball animation skit and the teeny little super guy. Love Sesame Street forever.

That video made me cry with laughter. Thanks!

Thank you so much. I just got diagnosed and I'm just trying to get a feel for what is normal or not. I have the same symptoms as you do and I'm going to take you up on your recommendation to see if the fatigue is related to something else. I really appreciate your feedback.