Random Rants

[jdl1279]

just got an idea of what my latest round of medical procedures will cost out of pocket. Even with insurance covering 85% it's gonna get steep. Looks like my budget will be thoroughly screwed for a bit

[Cutlasshound]

Sorry to hear that dude, hope everything is ok!

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[jdl1279]

Thanks bros. I ranted on here somewhere about it, but long story short, multiple levels in my back are shot, fixing it isn't an option now, so I have to have a series of nerve blocks and potentially a spinal cord stim implant. Was just getting settled with the idea when the price of what it will cost kicked me in the balls.

[mclaincausey]

Sorry man that's awful. Comment on healthcare in American withheld.

[Licorice Noose]

To anyone interested, I got my boots back from Danner last friday. I did have to pay for the repair in the end. Today I received a package from them that included 3 pairs of nice merino wool socks, a nice waxed canvas hat, some waterproofing spray and a stainless steel water bottle. Pretty much covered the cost of the repairs and was a really nice gesture on their part. On top of that, the boots are fantastic too.

[madmonday]

good news, let's see the boots & the goods. . .

[Simon]

My car was broken into last night. They stole amongst other items a crappy Henri Lloyd jacket that I wear for work, but discarded my Iron Heart jacket in to the street as not worth stealing, I found it still lying in the street in the morning!! They also stole a 4 year old iPod but left behind £12,000 worth of new marine electronics! Thank feck the Gosport low life don't know S###.

[Giles]

Damn, Simon, so sorry….

[Simon]

Could have been worse, my employers would have had a sense of humour failure if my demo stock had gone missing and I still have my favourite jacket. The police have politely suggested that I may have left the car unlocked …. They might be right!

[seawolf]

Due to some bureaucracy that didn't work out in my favor, my orders to Japan have been cancelled. My boss over there didn't even have the decency to tell me himself. Currently looking into other options as it's time to leave DC.

[Megatron1505]

Said it to you already man but that is shitty. It will work out for the best though I'm sure.

[sabergirl]

Well, dang.  Guess it wasn't meant to be.  I'm sure there's something great looming just beyond the horizon!

[Giles]

Holy Fuck Zach, what a bummer.  I am so sorry for you…..I knew how excited you were.....And P and I were looking forward to seeing you here in November.....

[seawolf]

Maybe it'll work out again in a few years. I really feel like I've dodged a bullet though. As gutted as I am, I do see some silver linings.

I sent some of my things (folding table and chairs, plates, forks, knives, coffee mugs) via "express shipment", but never felt comfortable sending any of my clothes or shoes. I guess I knew in my gut to not send anything of real value to me. My shipment is on its way back to me, but it was nearly in California on Friday when I called to cancel it. I was due to report to Japan in two weeks. Damn.

[Snowy]

Rough blow mate. No rash decisions over the next few weeks, but man, go let off some steam. And I thought I had a sh!tty day.

[DougNg]

Zach, you need me to bring anything over until your stuff gets back?

[seawolf]

Thanks Doug, I'm not really missing anything of value except my espresso machine. I really appreciate the offer though.

[DougNg]

Anytime bud

If I can bring over anything, let me know. I'm only half an hour from you

Unless it's rush hour. Then you're on your own

Fucking Beltway…

[mclaincausey]

When I lived in DC I forgot about the magic of Beltway traffic a couple of times. Once you're on there… You're fucked. Ugh.

[4c]

When people say Frank Lloyd Wright never made a single work of art it annoys me. Especially when the person saying this puts metal plate stock against a wall and calls it fine art…