Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Sigh

I’m just going to talk about this here because I need a place.

A senator from the United States held a town hall where constituents asked about the proposed cuts to health insurance and food benefits. Someone stated “People are going to 💀.” She responded “Well, we are all going to 💀.”

It got worse. It blew up. She put out a sarcastic apology video. At the end she stated "But for those that would like to see eternal and everlasting life, I encourage you to embrace my lord and savior, Jesus Christ,"

It was so distasteful and heartbreaking. This is what our politicians are doing while people are terrified they will lose life saving resources.

I remember during COVID when hospitals were having to make hard decisions between whose life is worth saving. As a disabled woman without children, I would not have been one of the priorities. I remember that feeling.

I had that same feeling when I had to fight for housing. My life wasn’t prioritized. I was unhoused for almost two years.

This has the same hit. I’m tired of the insults by the people who are supposed to represent us. I’m tired of having to defend my worth for basic resources. I am tired of having to explain why leveraging health insurance isn’t going to fix the deficit with people who aren’t going to be impacted by the cuts.

I know my worth. I contribute to my community. I educate others. And I advocate so hard for myself and others to people in office. I am fighting for people who don’t believe they will lose health care, I am fighting for people who don’t believe me, and I am fighting for myself to remain covered. I continue speaking out about what is happening, even when comments make me question my worth and my sanity. Of course I am scared. Of course I am mad.

***Please do not respond to this if what you have to say is “it’s only waste, fraud, and abuse” or by minimizing what is actually happening and under threat. I am done with the misinformation and the rhetoric and the propoganda. If this sounds mean, it is because I am mad that this is continuing to happen and people are still dismissing me (not just on here).***

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Where are my long-covid people? When I originally got covid a couple months ago (for the first time!) I claimed that it wasn’t as bad as RSV was which I had a few months prior. I take it back because the effects of Covid are still lasting and kicking my butt. How did you make it through? Especially mentally. I feel so crappy that I just want to give up. I’m making it through one minute at a time but any advice is greatly appreciated.

I don’t drink anymore for the last 2 years (wasn’t a heavy drinker B4) , but since I’m around an Authentic new friend. I feel comfortable enough to be ALL of myself. I haven’t felt that way since I lost my best friend’s since 1987 in 2021 to covid. I’m Black , American & Haitian. He’s White & Australian. Thanks to him I released my first fully mixed & mastered song since the early 1990’s. Although it’s a cover song, it has pulled me back into the empowered mode, that I forgot existed or felt like. I’m drinking Gran Marnier & don’t like Cognac, but started drinking it with an old friend Hank, who I was at work with when 9/11 happened & his mother was running down the steps of tower 2. Luckily she made it. I have experienced so much in this world, traveling & just living, it’s movie worthy (so I’ve been told). I’m just grateful that The Mighty exists & is the only place I can be myself 100% of the time, regardless of what state I’m in. Love y’all. 💯💚

Hi, my name is Sunnidaze46. I'm here because seeing what this site is about and if it's help etc. Dealing with 3yrs severe post- covid complications(2022) also what seems to have turned into CFS (a lot not diagnosed yet.) Not much support .The issues with healthcare in general etc. Please no judgement as I do not judge others .Treat each other equally with love, respect and kindness.If I had it my way the whole world 🌎 would be at peace...I have learned even more the past 3 years and still learning especially with this chronic illness. Energy is precious do not waste it, a learning lesson for myself as now I don't have the energy..🫂❤️

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Hi, my name is happypat75. I call myself that since I left my husband of 49 years. We are Americans who moved to Thailand our dream retirement home. He was a good father of our 4 children now adults and a good provider. He is very selfish and was always a spoiled son.
When we moved I started seeing a different side to him. I overlooked a lot until it progressed. After moving, together 24/7 then covid affected us as everyone else.
My stress was worse, I got sicker being taken to the emergency room often for pain.
Our marriage was bad and my health deteriorated. We flew to Bangkok to see a specialist. Many tests with wonderful care, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Polymyalgia Rheumatica, added to my diagnosis of IBS in my 30s.
I knew our marriage was over when I told him our marriage improves or I leave. Our home became a horrible place to live in. Then the accidents started to happen to me. It progressed to physical abuse. I was then diagnosed with Kidney disease stage 3.
I had been researching his behaviors for two years. He could have written the book for Covid Narcissist. His behavior was word for word for the diagnosis. I saw an email from a collection agency. He spent our joint savings accounts, investments and most of my personal savings. I was very sick and trusted him with everything for years. He was gambling still is.
I moved out. I live in a lovely Thai home by myself in a quiet gated area. Thank God I worked all my life. I did all the normal things, change bank accounts and took my name of everything. I am a strong believer in Jesus and know I could not get through all my years without his love, strength, guidance and my faith. I believe everything happens for a reason.
Where am I now one year on my own. I have the same health issues. I take half the dosage of meds and eliminated some. I have lost thirty eight pounds by eating Vegan food. I enjoy Thai delicious vegan foods. My last Dr. visit all my counts were great. She was amazed my change.
All of us with chronic health issues know it is not one day at a time it can be one minute at a time. When I feel good and go out I can get sick, must go home weak, dizzy and hurting all over. I vomit a lot. Some days I do a few things then others I can not. I cook a little and when we eat out I order extra foods and freeze it. I have chores I should do but I say I will give away my big clothes someday or clean out drawers/organize cupboards some day. I try not to let it bother me but it does.
I try to keep a positive attitude it is hard. I read " My worse day alone is better than my best days with husband the past 5 years." I am not a victim, I am a survivor of an abusive husband and my health issues. I look at my marriage as a Blessing, I have my kids, grandkids and great grandbaby. I pray for all dealing with abuse and health issues. Be Strong, all you Mighties Phra Jao GOD -uay phorn-BLESS -khun YOU (Thai) HAPPYPAT75

Hi, my name is Robin. I'm here because I’m a widow and have mold illness and long haul covid. I also have a 14 year old daughter with chronic illness from mold, Lyme and co-infections.

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Hi, my name is Queeniebelle1969. I'm here because I have struggled with depression high functioning for most of the past 35years, and RA for 21 years. That with thyroid cancer when my 2nd son was 9 months old. It’s all been very overwhelming. I also have a partner who doesn’t understand how to support me, although he is very well read he doesn’t seem to have much compassion for me. He has literally closed the door on my invisible illness and I feel very alone.

I’ve lost my career at the same place for 27 years with Covid, along with it I lost friends o thought I’d have until I died.

I find myself very lonely, living 2 hours from my home in Manhattan and although it’s beautiful where I live I am in the boonies and have very few adult contacts. I just dont know how i managed to survive and function for so many years. Im in a hole i cant seem to get out of. Anysuggestions are welcome.

Queenie needs her groove back !!

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