Re: Seeking your opinion on work

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I have a question? Which one has the better health insurance plan

since I take it you have RA or lupus or something and are in a good

spell right now. That would definitely affect my choice if it were

me, just a thought though. Health insurance costs so much these

days. I think it is worth comparing between the two jobs. Just a

thought as I said though.

Tracie

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but

I'd move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.

I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or

so - but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds

me back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

I have a question? Which one has the better health insurance plan

since I take it you have RA or lupus or something and are in a good

spell right now. That would definitely affect my choice if it were

me, just a thought though. Health insurance costs so much these

days. I think it is worth comparing between the two jobs. Just a

thought as I said though.

Tracie

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but

I'd move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.

I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or

so - but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds

me back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

> ---------------------------------

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,

I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

well and able to work that amount of hours.

My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

> Hi everyone.  I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> might recognize my name.  I'm from VA.  (this is a different

> email that what I've used in the past)  I've been in physical therapy

> school for the past three years.  I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!! 

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> could do a complete 180 at any time.  As of right now, I am not

> limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> Medicine program.  The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> possibly tuition reimbursement.  Because of the qualifications that

> they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.  I'm

> thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> but there is no guarantee on that of course. 

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> mentioned for a year or so, then travel.  The one thing that holds me

> back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input.  I value all of your opinions and will

> consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>            

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,

I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

well and able to work that amount of hours.

My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

> Hi everyone.  I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> might recognize my name.  I'm from VA.  (this is a different

> email that what I've used in the past)  I've been in physical therapy

> school for the past three years.  I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!! 

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> could do a complete 180 at any time.  As of right now, I am not

> limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> Medicine program.  The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> possibly tuition reimbursement.  Because of the qualifications that

> they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.  I'm

> thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> but there is no guarantee on that of course. 

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> mentioned for a year or so, then travel.  The one thing that holds me

> back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input.  I value all of your opinions and will

> consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>            

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I agree A! I am a Registered Nurse working OB/GYne at a local hospital and

doing ob home health on a pay-per-visit basis-and I try not to let the RA affect

the job I really love! Eventually,. I will have to go on SSi,. but hopefully

not for a long time! -best of luck to you and enjoy your career!!! You

worked hard for it!!!! sherri in Pa

Re: [ ] Seeking your opinion on work

,

I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

well and able to work that amount of hours.

My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different

> email that what I've used in the past) I've been in physical therapy

> school for the past three years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

> limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

> they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

> thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

> back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

> consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

> ---------------------------------

> Discover

> Get on-the-go sports scores, stock quotes, news & more. Check it out!

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[Guest guest]

I agree A! I am a Registered Nurse working OB/GYne at a local hospital and

doing ob home health on a pay-per-visit basis-and I try not to let the RA affect

the job I really love! Eventually,. I will have to go on SSi,. but hopefully

not for a long time! -best of luck to you and enjoy your career!!! You

worked hard for it!!!! sherri in Pa

Re: [ ] Seeking your opinion on work

,

I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

well and able to work that amount of hours.

My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different

> email that what I've used in the past) I've been in physical therapy

> school for the past three years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

> limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

> they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

> thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

> back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

> consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

> ---------------------------------

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a,

I didn't know that stress could make ra worse. My daughter in law has been

impossible for the last two weeks. The ra within the last two weeks has been

terrible. I

couldn't figure it out. The pain has been so bad but the fatigue has been

awful. Gee I wonder if all the stress she has been causing is doing this. That

would be an

easy answer. I thought I was handling it all and blowing her attitude off,

maybe I wasn't.

Two weeks ago I went over to my sons house. Two things first I do very well

with double coupons and I guess I talk a lot about it. But my family does

benefit from me

doing it all. Second thing I just stopped in I didn't call first. Well my

daughter in law informed me that she is sick and tired of the coupons and

doesn't want to

here anymore about them. I thought okay and in a few minutes I said my good

byes to the kids and left. I was talking to my daughter because I was really

upset and my

daughter flipped out. She felt my daughter in law was disrespectful to me.

So this has been going on for two weeks. My daughter in law played the victim

with my son. I really wonder if this is why I have been feeling so bad. Oh by

the way

she doesn't get anymore bags and bags of free food or cleaning products.

Interesting

Lynn

a wrote:

> ,

>

> I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

> well and able to work that amount of hours.

> My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

> the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

> be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

> also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

> would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

> not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

> Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

> happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

>

> a

>

> On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

>

> > Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> > might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different

> > email that what I've used in the past)Â I've been in physical therapy

> > school for the past three years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!Â

> > I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> > your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> > could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

> > limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> > and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> > weight back down)

> > Here's what I'm considering:

> >

> > *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> > they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> > move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

> >

> > *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> > opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> > Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> > wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> > possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

> > they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

> > thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> > but there is no guarantee on that of course.Â

> >

> > Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> > mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

> > back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

> >

> > I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

> > consider your thought when making my decision.

> > I hope you are all having a good day!

> >

> > McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

> >

> >

> >

> > Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â

> > ---------------------------------

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a,

I didn't know that stress could make ra worse. My daughter in law has been

impossible for the last two weeks. The ra within the last two weeks has been

terrible. I

couldn't figure it out. The pain has been so bad but the fatigue has been

awful. Gee I wonder if all the stress she has been causing is doing this. That

would be an

easy answer. I thought I was handling it all and blowing her attitude off,

maybe I wasn't.

Two weeks ago I went over to my sons house. Two things first I do very well

with double coupons and I guess I talk a lot about it. But my family does

benefit from me

doing it all. Second thing I just stopped in I didn't call first. Well my

daughter in law informed me that she is sick and tired of the coupons and

doesn't want to

here anymore about them. I thought okay and in a few minutes I said my good

byes to the kids and left. I was talking to my daughter because I was really

upset and my

daughter flipped out. She felt my daughter in law was disrespectful to me.

So this has been going on for two weeks. My daughter in law played the victim

with my son. I really wonder if this is why I have been feeling so bad. Oh by

the way

she doesn't get anymore bags and bags of free food or cleaning products.

Interesting

Lynn

a wrote:

> ,

>

> I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were doing

> well and able to work that amount of hours.

> My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can cause

> the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount would

> be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job is

> also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

> would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits and

> not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

> Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

> happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

>

> a

>

> On Jul 10, 2005, at 1:41 PM, N McK wrote:

>

> > Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you

> > might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different

> > email that what I've used in the past)Â I've been in physical therapy

> > school for the past three years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!Â

> > I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

> > your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

> > could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

> > limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

> > and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

> > weight back down)

> > Here's what I'm considering:

> >

> > *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

> > they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

> > move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

> >

> > *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

> > opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

> > Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

> > wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

> > possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

> > they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

> > thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

> > but there is no guarantee on that of course.Â

> >

> > Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

> > mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

> > back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

> >

> > I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

> > consider your thought when making my decision.

> > I hope you are all having a good day!

> >

> > McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

> >

> >

> >

> > Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â

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Hi ,

Wow, it's been a long time! It's great news that your doing so well,

so happy for you:) I would go with your feeling, and what sounds

more fun to you. It's very important to like your job, and they both

sound so wonderful. If they both have great benefits, you have a

hard decision. Keep us posted, it's such awesome news. It's so nice

to hear someone getting better, and getting a great career.

Take care, Tawny

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

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Hi ,

Wow, it's been a long time! It's great news that your doing so well,

so happy for you:) I would go with your feeling, and what sounds

more fun to you. It's very important to like your job, and they both

sound so wonderful. If they both have great benefits, you have a

hard decision. Keep us posted, it's such awesome news. It's so nice

to hear someone getting better, and getting a great career.

Take care, Tawny

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd

move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill. I'm

thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me

back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

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>

[Guest guest]

Thanks Tawny! I know I haven't posted too much lately, but I've been

following as much as I've been able to with school etc. My thoughts

have been with you with all that you've been going through and I'm

glad to have you back on line again!

I'll let you all know my decision as soon as I've made it.

> Hi ,

> Wow, it's been a long time! It's great news that your doing so

well, so happy for you:) I would go with your feeling, and what

sounds more fun to you. It's very important to like your job, and they

both sound so wonderful. If they both have great benefits, you have a

> hard decision. Keep us posted, it's such awesome news. It's so

nice to hear someone getting better, and getting a great career.

> Take care, Tawny

[Guest guest]

Thanks Tawny! I know I haven't posted too much lately, but I've been

following as much as I've been able to with school etc. My thoughts

have been with you with all that you've been going through and I'm

glad to have you back on line again!

I'll let you all know my decision as soon as I've made it.

> Hi ,

> Wow, it's been a long time! It's great news that your doing so

well, so happy for you:) I would go with your feeling, and what

sounds more fun to you. It's very important to like your job, and they

both sound so wonderful. If they both have great benefits, you have a

> hard decision. Keep us posted, it's such awesome news. It's so

nice to hear someone getting better, and getting a great career.

> Take care, Tawny

[Guest guest]

RA is definately not going to hold me back, but it is a factor.

Normally I'd probably take the " safe " job and then travel later on

in life when I have someone to travel with. But because of RA, I am

more seriously considering travelling as a PT since that might not

be an option five years down the road. Who knows, I may even

finally find one of those decent men that you guys say are out there

and want to settle down. (I know I've met plenty of decent men, but

they all seem to be attached already - and if their not, they

haven't been interrested in me -- you should see some of

the 'winner's' I've dated LOL).

And of course, the stress level might be a lot higher as a

travelling PT - basically starting a brand new job every 13 weeks -

with a move inbetween.

Regarding insurance - the best I can tell, they both have pretty

good benefits but I haven't finished looking into that aspect yet.

Thanks for your kind words of wisdom. And if I do decide to travel,

I'll be asking you where I should go.......

McK from VA (in NM)

> ,

>

> I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were

doing

> well and able to work that amount of hours.

> My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can

cause

> the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount

would

> be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job

is

> also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

> would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits

and

> not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

> Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

> happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

>

> a

[Guest guest]

RA is definately not going to hold me back, but it is a factor.

Normally I'd probably take the " safe " job and then travel later on

in life when I have someone to travel with. But because of RA, I am

more seriously considering travelling as a PT since that might not

be an option five years down the road. Who knows, I may even

finally find one of those decent men that you guys say are out there

and want to settle down. (I know I've met plenty of decent men, but

they all seem to be attached already - and if their not, they

haven't been interrested in me -- you should see some of

the 'winner's' I've dated LOL).

And of course, the stress level might be a lot higher as a

travelling PT - basically starting a brand new job every 13 weeks -

with a move inbetween.

Regarding insurance - the best I can tell, they both have pretty

good benefits but I haven't finished looking into that aspect yet.

Thanks for your kind words of wisdom. And if I do decide to travel,

I'll be asking you where I should go.......

McK from VA (in NM)

> ,

>

> I personally wouldn't let RA make my decision for me if I were

doing

> well and able to work that amount of hours.

> My first concern would be the stress factor. Since stress can

cause

> the RA to rear it's ugly head, whatever job had the least amount

would

> be high on my list. Do you like to travel? Enjoyment of your job

is

> also very important. Being part of the designing of a new program

> would be very satisfying. Does one job offer long term benefits

and

> not the other? That could be very important in case RA flares.

> Waiting for SS disability can be financially devastating. I'm so

> happy that you feel so good and have these choices to make.

>

> a

[Guest guest]

Hi

I don't know you but I would like to contribute some feedback to your job

dilemma. When I first read your post I thought to myself " go for the travel " but

upon reflection it does seem wise to think about which job has the best

benefits.

I have read numerous posts from people who don't have insurance and

their situations seem really difficult. I am extremely lucky and grateful that I

have great benefits. The medicine is expensive (even with insurance) but

without I can only imagine the nightmare and STRESS. I have a sister-in-law who

doesn't have insurance and it's really sad how she suffers. Unfortunately, one

never knows how the disease might progress so it's good to consider the

practical.

Take Care

Babs

[Guest guest]

Hi

I don't know you but I would like to contribute some feedback to your job

dilemma. When I first read your post I thought to myself " go for the travel " but

upon reflection it does seem wise to think about which job has the best

benefits.

I have read numerous posts from people who don't have insurance and

their situations seem really difficult. I am extremely lucky and grateful that I

have great benefits. The medicine is expensive (even with insurance) but

without I can only imagine the nightmare and STRESS. I have a sister-in-law who

doesn't have insurance and it's really sad how she suffers. Unfortunately, one

never knows how the disease might progress so it's good to consider the

practical.

Take Care

Babs

[Guest guest]

Dear ,

I think there are definite advantages to having good insurance

coverage, " just in case " your health declines. But I think the most

important thing is to be doing the job YOU want to do! If you're not

happy with it, no amount of insurance is going to make it worthwhile.

You have to look at the whole picture.

Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle and your forthcoming

graduation!

Judi in Indiana

[Guest guest]

Dear ,

I think there are definite advantages to having good insurance

coverage, " just in case " your health declines. But I think the most

important thing is to be doing the job YOU want to do! If you're not

happy with it, no amount of insurance is going to make it worthwhile.

You have to look at the whole picture.

Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle and your forthcoming

graduation!

Judi in Indiana

[Guest guest]

, congratulations on your graduation. If it was me, and I was feeling good,

I would take the position that offers thebest benefits. I know we have to plan

ahead but I would assume I am going to stay healthy and go from there. Best

wishes in your choice.

Hugs

June

JMHO

----- Original Message -----

From: N McK

Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you might

recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different email that what

I've used in the past) I've been in physical therapy school for the past three

years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!

I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like your opinion

- since noone in my life can relate to how my health could do a complete 180 at

any time. As of right now, I am not limited at all and could work 50-60 hour

work-weeks if I wanted too and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising

(trying to get my weight back down)

Here's what I'm considering:

*One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits, they'd pay for

housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd move every 13 weeks -

pretty much wherever I'd want to.

*The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the opportunity to

be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports Medicine program. The benefits

are also good, the pay is less, they wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have

a sign-on bonus, and possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the

qualifications that they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to

fill. I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

but there is no guarantee on that of course.

Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I mentioned for a

year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me back from doing that is

that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will consider

your thought when making my decision.

I hope you are all having a good day!

McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

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, congratulations on your graduation. If it was me, and I was feeling good,

I would take the position that offers thebest benefits. I know we have to plan

ahead but I would assume I am going to stay healthy and go from there. Best

wishes in your choice.

Hugs

June

JMHO

----- Original Message -----

From: N McK

Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of you might

recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a different email that what

I've used in the past) I've been in physical therapy school for the past three

years. I will be graduating VERY SOON!!!!

I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like your opinion

- since noone in my life can relate to how my health could do a complete 180 at

any time. As of right now, I am not limited at all and could work 50-60 hour

work-weeks if I wanted too and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising

(trying to get my weight back down)

Here's what I'm considering:

*One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits, they'd pay for

housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but I'd move every 13 weeks -

pretty much wherever I'd want to.

*The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the opportunity to

be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports Medicine program. The benefits

are also good, the pay is less, they wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have

a sign-on bonus, and possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the

qualifications that they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to

fill. I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or so -

but there is no guarantee on that of course.

Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I mentioned for a

year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds me back from doing that is

that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will consider

your thought when making my decision.

I hope you are all having a good day!

McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

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Lynn,

One day of a stressful event may not be harmful, it is a fact of life.

Chronic stress is linked to many health risks. During stressful times

in my life, I've found that I flare.

I'm sorry your DIL was so rude. For your son's sake and for your own

happiness, try not to dwell on it. What's done is done.

I just don't understand some people. Why she felt it necessary to lash

out when you're just being helpful is puzzling. Just say that serenity

prayer and move on. I used to be an avid couponer when I had a family

to feed and know how big the savings are. Plus it was always such fun

to get something for free.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 5:46 PM, Ruf-Caimi wrote:

> a,

>    I didn't know that stress could make ra worse.  My daughter in law

> has been impossible for the last two weeks.  The ra within the last

> two weeks has been terrible.  I

> couldn't figure it out.  The pain has been so bad but the fatigue has

> been awful.  Gee I wonder if all the stress she has been causing is

> doing this.  That would be an

> easy answer.  I thought I was handling it all and blowing her

> attitude off, maybe I wasn't.

> Two weeks ago I went over to my sons house.  Two things first I do

> very well with double coupons and I guess I talk a lot about it.  But

> my family does benefit from me

> doing it all.  Second thing I just stopped in I didn't call first. 

> Well my daughter in law informed me that she is sick and tired of the

> coupons and doesn't want to

> here anymore about them.  I thought okay and in a few minutes I said

> my good byes to the kids and left.  I was talking to my daughter

> because I was really upset and my

> daughter flipped out.  She felt my daughter in law was disrespectful

> to me.

> So this has been going on for two weeks.  My daughter in law played

> the victim with my son.  I really wonder if this is why I have been

> feeling so bad.  Oh by the way

> she doesn't get anymore bags and bags of free food or cleaning

> products.

> Interesting

> Lynn

>

[Guest guest]

Lynn,

One day of a stressful event may not be harmful, it is a fact of life.

Chronic stress is linked to many health risks. During stressful times

in my life, I've found that I flare.

I'm sorry your DIL was so rude. For your son's sake and for your own

happiness, try not to dwell on it. What's done is done.

I just don't understand some people. Why she felt it necessary to lash

out when you're just being helpful is puzzling. Just say that serenity

prayer and move on. I used to be an avid couponer when I had a family

to feed and know how big the savings are. Plus it was always such fun

to get something for free.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 5:46 PM, Ruf-Caimi wrote:

> a,

>    I didn't know that stress could make ra worse.  My daughter in law

> has been impossible for the last two weeks.  The ra within the last

> two weeks has been terrible.  I

> couldn't figure it out.  The pain has been so bad but the fatigue has

> been awful.  Gee I wonder if all the stress she has been causing is

> doing this.  That would be an

> easy answer.  I thought I was handling it all and blowing her

> attitude off, maybe I wasn't.

> Two weeks ago I went over to my sons house.  Two things first I do

> very well with double coupons and I guess I talk a lot about it.  But

> my family does benefit from me

> doing it all.  Second thing I just stopped in I didn't call first. 

> Well my daughter in law informed me that she is sick and tired of the

> coupons and doesn't want to

> here anymore about them.  I thought okay and in a few minutes I said

> my good byes to the kids and left.  I was talking to my daughter

> because I was really upset and my

> daughter flipped out.  She felt my daughter in law was disrespectful

> to me.

> So this has been going on for two weeks.  My daughter in law played

> the victim with my son.  I really wonder if this is why I have been

> feeling so bad.  Oh by the way

> she doesn't get anymore bags and bags of free food or cleaning

> products.

> Interesting

> Lynn

>

[Guest guest]

Well, if you want to explore a bit, feel up to it, and don't have a

lot of ties, I'd say travel. Do remember that every 13 weeks you'll

be packing up and moving on, which can be stressful. Does the

housing they provide include furniture, cooking equipment, etc.?

Will they provide transportation? Take care of details such as

plane reservations, rental cars, etc.?

These are things you need to take into consideration. Also, do the

benes use a PPO or HMO? HMO can be tricky, especially with your

condition. If you have a PPO and your rheumy or gp are very involved

in their practice, they may be able to refer you to a good doctor

wherever you go. The problem there is that your files will be

strewn all over the place...I guess you can get copies from each

doctor when you move on, and give them to the next doc. Also, what

happens if you get really sick and can't work? Do you have

someplace you can go, since you will not have your own place? If

you can get all these details squared away, I'd say go for the first

job, unless you are a homebody and don't like travel.

No, the second job may not be there when you are ready to settle

down, but another one just as good, or even better, will come up.

The good thing about the first job is that you will not only gain a

whole lot of experience and get to travel (and stay at the same

place long enough to explore the area), you will be able to save a

whole lot of money, since you will have no housing expenses, better

pay, and will really be forced not to buy a lot of things since you

will be always moving. Also, by moving around, you gain a lot of

experience and flexibility that you never will get working in the

same place. I worked as a freelancer/contractor in design and

illustration for 6 years, and gained more experience in those six

than I would have in 20 years at one or two companies. I think that

if you can work everything out to protect yourself and your health,

this would be a wonderful opportunity that you may regret later if

you don't do it.

Good luck.

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but

I'd move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.

I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or

so - but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds

me back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Well, if you want to explore a bit, feel up to it, and don't have a

lot of ties, I'd say travel. Do remember that every 13 weeks you'll

be packing up and moving on, which can be stressful. Does the

housing they provide include furniture, cooking equipment, etc.?

Will they provide transportation? Take care of details such as

plane reservations, rental cars, etc.?

These are things you need to take into consideration. Also, do the

benes use a PPO or HMO? HMO can be tricky, especially with your

condition. If you have a PPO and your rheumy or gp are very involved

in their practice, they may be able to refer you to a good doctor

wherever you go. The problem there is that your files will be

strewn all over the place...I guess you can get copies from each

doctor when you move on, and give them to the next doc. Also, what

happens if you get really sick and can't work? Do you have

someplace you can go, since you will not have your own place? If

you can get all these details squared away, I'd say go for the first

job, unless you are a homebody and don't like travel.

No, the second job may not be there when you are ready to settle

down, but another one just as good, or even better, will come up.

The good thing about the first job is that you will not only gain a

whole lot of experience and get to travel (and stay at the same

place long enough to explore the area), you will be able to save a

whole lot of money, since you will have no housing expenses, better

pay, and will really be forced not to buy a lot of things since you

will be always moving. Also, by moving around, you gain a lot of

experience and flexibility that you never will get working in the

same place. I worked as a freelancer/contractor in design and

illustration for 6 years, and gained more experience in those six

than I would have in 20 years at one or two companies. I think that

if you can work everything out to protect yourself and your health,

this would be a wonderful opportunity that you may regret later if

you don't do it.

Good luck.

> Hi everyone. I know that some of you don't know me, but some of

you might recognize my name. I'm from VA. (this is a

different email that what I've used in the past) I've been in

physical therapy school for the past three years. I will be

graduating VERY SOON!!!!

> I am now trying to make a decision regarding working and I'd like

your opinion - since noone in my life can relate to how my health

could do a complete 180 at any time. As of right now, I am not

limited at all and could work 50-60 hour work-weeks if I wanted too

and I've been doing a lot of hiking and exercising (trying to get my

weight back down)

> Here's what I'm considering:

>

> *One job I'd we working as a travelling PT, with good benefits,

they'd pay for housing and my hourly salary would be higher - but

I'd move every 13 weeks - pretty much wherever I'd want to.

>

> *The other job would be a unique experience where I'd have the

opportunity to be in charge of and help design a Women's Sports

Medicine program. The benefits are also good, the pay is less, they

wouldn't pay for housing, but they do have a sign-on bonus, and

possibly tuition reimbursement. Because of the qualifications that

they are looking, this position may be pretty difficult to fill.

I'm thinking that they may still be looking for someone in a year or

so - but there is no guarantee on that of course.

>

> Some people are recommending that I work at the 2nd job that I

mentioned for a year or so, then travel. The one thing that holds

me back from doing that is that I could be unheahlthy in a year.

>

> I'd love to get your input. I value all of your opinions and will

consider your thought when making my decision.

> I hope you are all having a good day!

>

> McK from VA - currently in Albuquerque

>

>

>

>

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,

RA is absolutely a factor. I guess what I'm trying to say is to follow

your heart. Since stress, depression and other negative emotions have

such an impact on our health, choosing the job that would make you

happiest may help to not aggravate your RA. If you're afraid that the

travel and frequent job changes would be stressful, maybe that job

would be your second choice. I'd be nervous about the travel and job

changes in the beginning, but after you do it a few times, you'll

probably be more relaxed about it. I would like the traveling because

I love to travel and I love to meet people.

If you don't like the particular assignment, you're not stuck there for

long. With the moving, you'd find you'd be a very light packer.

Only YOU can know what will make you the most happy. Both sound very

rewarding. Good luck with your decision.

a

On Jul 10, 2005, at 6:28 PM, nlmck1551 wrote:

> RA is definately not going to hold me back, but it is a factor. 

> Normally I'd probably take the " safe " job and then travel later on

> in life when I have someone to travel with.  But because of RA, I am

> more seriously considering travelling as a PT since that might not

> be an option five years down the road.  Who knows, I may even

> finally find one of those decent men that you guys say are out there

> and want to settle down.  (I know I've met plenty of decent men, but

> they all seem to be attached already - and if their not, they

> haven't been interrested in me -- you should see some of

> the 'winner's' I've dated LOL).

> And of course, the stress level might be a lot higher as a

> travelling PT - basically starting a brand new job every 13 weeks -

> with a move inbetween.

> Regarding insurance - the best I can tell, they both have pretty

> good benefits but I haven't finished looking into that aspect yet.

>

> Thanks for your kind words of wisdom.  And if I do decide to travel,

> I'll be asking you where I should go.......

>

> McK from VA (in NM)