Royal Caribbean Cruisers -- How Are Things Where You Are? (was "Routine" ​ 😁 ​day in lockdown... how was yours?)

[ReneeFLL]

3 minutes ago, Sea Dog said:

Thanks Renee apparently they are the same drug. Did Mike have any issues with it?

Redness and scaling of the scalp mainly.  As the cream takes effect, it leaves the scalp very sensitive to the touch and painful.  After he was done, the Dr. had him use a steroid cream to speed the healing, but it was still sensitive for a week after.  Also, you become very sensitive to sunburn after so use sunscreen and wear a hat.

[Sea Dog]

Just now, ReneeFLL said:

Redness and scaling of the scalp mainly.  As the cream takes effect, it leaves the scalp very sensitive to the touch and painful.  After he was done, the Dr. had him use a steroid cream to speed the healing, but it was still sensitive for a week after.  Also, you become very sensitive to sunburn after so use sunscreen and wear a hat.

Thanks for the advice. I am usually pretty good about wearing a hat on the beach. Looks like sunscreen and a hat are my new normal.

[firefly333]

I agree with you sea dog the hits just keep o  coming. I used to play a lot of tennis and have had lots of MOHS, lasted time was above my knee and she said they dont do MOHS there because the scarring wouldnt show. I also have done the radiology on my left hand. It still ,ewves a scar and is white with red blotches around the white. ... and that takes a LONG time to do. Meet, then meet to map, then 8 weeks of low radiology and check ups. It took over 3  months and imo still is pretty visible.

 

If you find a cream that removes skin cancer, please post to my attention. I dont always get to every post but if you post to my attention  I'll see it. I for sure need to see a dentist. I've a,ready done 3 implants. The first time the metal was still co sisdered rare and I know was well over $17k for one implant. Then I had a problem between 2 teeth and complained for a year or 2 to my dentist, who just prescribed antibiotics and couldn't find the abscess. So 2 skinny implants in that hole. If I could find a way to stop this getting old I sure would. I've always had teeth issues though.

 

And the moving truck news just keeps getting worse and worse. I finally got a hold of someone who called the movers, who are in bkytin beach, not that far south of me. When they were packing me up he asked when I could have the movers and I said last friday, give  myself a fee days I thought. The girl today said the 12 business days doesnt start being counted until from last friday, the day I said I'd like to move in. So count 12 business days starting AFTER last friday. She said she thought maybe by the end of next week, but could even be the weekend after this one, before I know, and then could be like the tuesday after next week on tuesday. That's 12 business days after last friday. I'd have picked a sooner date had I understood just how long it woukd be, but she thinks maybe by the end of next week they will deliver. I was counting from the day of pick up, not from the day I said I'd like it de,ivered. I've quit being as stressed as I'm getting a lot of rest, but I thought no later than Wednesday next week .. add 4 more business days. 

 

I guess there is a place where I could have and should have read to understand their terms better. 2 to 12 days didnt sound so bad especially when I read here eczema (sorry cant spelll) said she got her stuff in 2 days. My stuff and mostly antiques I've had 50 years  is out sitting in south florida in 100 degree heat. Like a 300 or whatever napoleon table with marble top, my end tables are all antiques. I sure didnt have a clear understanding of how they counted days to arrive. And hoped it was closer to the 2 days than 12 business days. She said something like if they dont text by june 14, contact them again. .. yea right. How did these folks get 9.9 out of 10 on reviews? Google showed them to be the highest rated moving company. I paid almost $3500 brokerage fee and they cant hire more phone help? I tried several times  and kept getting due to the u usual call column theh suggested I leave my  number for a call back. The 2nd time I tried to just wait it out and gave up. Easily 2 to 3 hours for someone to call back. At least I know they have my right phone, as I just gave up my land line last week on Monday. So some still have that phone  number too. Its sure a good thing I really wanted to move to see the ocean and water, not dallas. I was sure by next week surely I'd have my stuff, but nope, could be later. So far a very expensive education in how NOT to move. Throw away anything you might not want and buy it new. Cut things to only treasures. I think they should say to you the date you pick you say yiunwant to move in might be when the 12 business days start. I dont want to threaten them with a bad review, they might treat me even worse, but so far I'd say 2 out 10, not 9.9 out of 10. Let's hope the heat isnt hurting the antiques. 

 

And I still have not homesteaded the house for my sister, waiting on her hubby to snail mail a copy of her new ID. I filled out the form jan 1st this year! it's like come beat your head against this wall some more.

[firefly333]

6 minutes ago, Sea Dog said:

Thanks for the advice. I am usually pretty good about wearing a hat on the beach. Looks like sunscreen and a hat are my new normal.

Make it a pirate hat and people will think you are styling.

[Sea Dog]

4 minutes ago, firefly333 said:

I agree with you sea dog the hits just keep o  coming. I used to play a lot of tennis and have had lots of MOHS, lasted time was above my knee and she said they dont do MOHS there because the scarring wouldnt show. I also have done the radiology on my left hand. It still ,ewves a scar and is white with red blotches around the white. ... and that takes a LONG time to do. Meet, then meet to map, then 8 weeks of low radiology and check ups. It took over 3  months and imo still is pretty visible.

 

If you find a cream that removes skin cancer, please post to my attention. I dont always get to every post but if you post to my attention  I'll see it. I for sure need to see a dentist. I've a,ready done 3 implants. The first time the metal was still co sisdered rare and I know was well over $17k for one implant. Then I had a problem between 2 teeth and complained for a year or 2 to my dentist, who just prescribed antibiotics and couldn't find the abscess. So 2 skinny implants in that hole. If I could find a way to stop this getting old I sure would. I've always had teeth issues though.

 

And the moving truck news just keeps getting worse and worse. I finally got a hold of someone who called the movers, who are in bkytin beach, not that far south of me. When they were packing me up he asked when I could have the movers and I said last friday, give  myself a fee days I thought. The girl today said the 12 business days doesnt start being counted until from last friday, the day I said I'd like to move in. So count 12 business days starting AFTER last friday. She said she thought maybe by the end of next week, but could even be the weekend after this one, before I know, and then could be like the tuesday after next week on tuesday. That's 12 business days after last friday. I'd have picked a sooner date had I understood just how long it woukd be, but she thinks maybe by the end of next week they will deliver. I was counting from the day of pick up, not from the day I said I'd like it de,ivered. I've quit being as stressed as I'm getting a lot of rest, but I thought no later than Wednesday next week .. add 4 more business days. 

 

I guess there is a place where I could have and should have read to understand their terms better. 2 to 12 days didnt sound so bad especially when I read here eczema (sorry cant spelll) said she got her stuff in 2 days. My stuff and mostly antiques I've had 50 years  is out sitting in south florida in 100 degree heat. Like a 300 or whatever napoleon table with marble top, my end tables are all antiques. I sure didnt have a clear understanding of how they counted days to arrive. And hoped it was closer to the 2 days than 12 business days. She said something like if they dont text by june 14, contact them again. .. yea right. How did these folks get 9.9 out of 10 on reviews? Google showed them to be the highest rated moving company. I paid almost $3500 brokerage fee and they cant hire more phone help? I tried several times  and kept getting due to the u usual call column theh suggested I leave my  number for a call back. The 2nd time I tried to just wait it out and gave up. Easily 2 to 3 hours for someone to call back. At least I know they have my right phone, as I just gave up my land line last week on Monday. So some still have that phone  number too. Its sure a good thing I really wanted to move to see the ocean and water, not dallas. I was sure by next week surely I'd have my stuff, but nope, could be later. So far a very expensive education in how NOT to move. Throw away anything you might not want and buy it new. Cut things to only treasures. I think they should say to you the date you pick you say yiunwant to move in might be when the 12 business days start. I dont want to threaten them with a bad review, they might treat me even worse, but so far I'd say 2 out 10, not 9.9 out of 10. Let's hope the heat isnt hurting the antiques. 

 

And I still have not homesteaded the house for my sister, waiting on her hubby to snail mail a copy of her new ID. I filled out the form jan 1st this year! it's like come beat your head against this wall some more.

I feel for you too. I know you have had your share of issues. Those implant prices are insane. I think every dentist that does them would probably quote you a different price. It’s very scary and why I don’t like or trust dentists. I will keep you posted on the cream and how it works. Hang in there my dear!

[ReneeFLL]

31 minutes ago, Sea Dog said:

Thanks for the advice. I am usually pretty good about wearing a hat on the beach. Looks like sunscreen and a hat are my new normal.

Mike usually wears one around the yard also.

[Luckynana]

14 hours ago, Ocean Boy said:

Styes do not grow that fast and are not due to infection. It sounds more like you had a chelazion. Just say'n'.

chelazion, stye, all I can say at this point is, my eye still hurts, and I haven't worn makeup since this started two and a half weeks now...🤨  At least it looks better than it has😁

[Luckynana]

8 hours ago, ReneeFLL said:

Congrats to your grandson.

Thank you, Renee!🥰

[Ocean Boy]

3 hours ago, Sea Dog said:

 

That’s what they said since I had several. 
 

 

 

 

Will it be a permanent red spot? I read that it cause your scalp to redden and burn. I also read where it is toxic to pets and do not let pets lick your head which is what Charlie loves to do.

The redness fades away after treatment is finished. I don't know about the pet toxicity part.

[Ocean Boy]

3 hours ago, ReneeFLL said:

Sorry to hear about your head. Mike had to use a cream that seems to do about the same thing from what I just read. It says Fluorouracil “It works by killing fast-growing cells such as the abnormal cells in actinic keratoses and basal cell carcinoma.” Efudex says “This medication is used on the skin to treat pre-cancerous and cancerous skin growths. Fluorouracil belongs to a class of medications known as anti-metabolites. It works by blocking the growth of abnormal cells that cause the skin condition.” Sounds like the same thing to me, but I’m sure @Ocean Boy would know more. I just got this medical knowledge from Mr. Google. 😆

 

5-fluorouracil is the generic of the brand name Efudex.

[mets07]

@Sea Dog I have used the cream under the generic name. It causes your skin to get all red and irritated. It looks awful but does go away after treatment -- in my case it was supposed to be used for a couple weeks. I have used it on my forehead and also my lips (ouch - that was hard to take). The idea is to kill pre-cancerous cells/stuff. 

 

 

[Sea Dog]

5 minutes ago, mets07 said:

@Sea Dog I have used the cream under the generic name. It causes your skin to get all red and irritated. It looks awful but does go away after treatment -- in my case it was supposed to be used for a couple weeks. I have used it on my forehead and also my lips (ouch - that was hard to take). The idea is to kill pre-cancerous cells/stuff. 

 

 

Thanks for that info. Luckily it will be for just the top of my head. I would imagine on the lips would be very painful and uncomfortable.

[mets07]

Just now, Sea Dog said:

Thanks for that info. Luckily it will be for just the top of my head. I would imagine on the lips would be very painful and uncomfortable.

The first few days it won't be bad, but I do think it will eventually bother the top of your head as well. Just being honest. It hurts after a while. 

[Coralc]

Okay. The exterior painting is just about completed, and the termite people finally finished the unexpected bathroom remodel of the guest bath today. I don't have a photo of the old bathroom because it is not something I would have taken a photo of. 🤷‍♀️

 

Old paint scheme: 

 

New Paint scheme: 

 

 

 

New guest bath: 

 

Edited June 7 by Coralc

[Coralc]

The cyclone fence is of course, gone. As are the bushes. We are slowly getting it fixed up to list. And still packing. ☺️

[Sea Dog]

40 minutes ago, mets07 said:

The first few days it won't be bad, but I do think it will eventually bother the top of your head as well. Just being honest. It hurts after a while. 

That’s what I’m thinking too. Oh well I guess better than getting skin cancer near my brain.

[George C]

3 hours ago, Sea Dog said:

I feel for you too. I know you have had your share of issues. Those implant prices are insane. I think every dentist that does them would probably quote you a different price. It’s very scary and why I don’t like or trust dentists. I will keep you posted on the cream and how it works. Hang in there my dear!

My gum specialist said I needed to remove a tooth then it took a several years before it could be replaced. With another tooth I was told I would it could cost 5k to do procedure, at this point I went to another specialist and told nothing was needed, I am still without a tooth but after almost 5 years I see no reason to replace it. 
   Also just got my email from celebrity saying I was elite plus because of match since we normally book higher end suites I would have made that in a couple of cruises anyhow and only perk I would possibly used would be the 15 percent off specialty restaurants if we booked a lower suite . Rccl definitely has better perks comparing perks with celebrity  . 

  

[helen haywood]

Had my first PT appointment this afternoon.  Really nice young man…wearing a bracelet his four year old daughter had made for him.  It wasn’t as bad/painful as I’d feared.  George, Mr. Cheerful, said it probably would get worse later.  😉  Just depressing how little movement in any direction I’m capable of right now.  But I’m a motivated patient.

 

 

[Jimbo]

4 hours ago, Sea Dog said:

Thanks for the advice. I am usually pretty good about wearing a hat on the beach. Looks like sunscreen and a hat are my new normal.

Maybe have to consider less beach time  excursions on cruises  and or cooler weather non beach cruises.

Edited June 7 by Jimbo

[firefly333]

1 hour ago, mets07 said:

@Sea Dog I have used the cream under the generic name. It causes your skin to get all red and irritated. It looks awful but does go away after treatment -- in my case it was supposed to be used for a couple weeks. I have used it on my forehead and also my lips (ouch - that was hard to take). The idea is to kill pre-cancerous cells/stuff. 

 

 

I had some that was still pre cancerous on my upper lip. They froze the heck out of it. My GP said he didnt think it looked like cancer to him. Skin doctor said yes but still can use that thing that freezes off the places if they havent grown too much. She did it about a week before a cruise. It made my upper lip pretty much die where the cancer was. I could feel it was hard, gp was wrong. 

 

Freezing it,then it's all gone and no cream but as it dies off it made it look to me like I had heres. I was kinda embarrassed to be eating in the Mdr,that people would think I was diseased. Thenskinnwas definitely hanging off my upper lip a week or two but got rid of it.

[firefly333]

1 hour ago, Coralc said:

The cyclone fence is of course, gone. As are the bushes. We are slowly getting it fixed up to list. And still packing. ☺️

Sorry if I forgot but is this a new house you bought to renovate and move into or one you inherited? I know I should remember and see all the work you are doing but cant remember why you started remodeling. 

[Sea Dog]

40 minutes ago, Jimbo said:

Maybe have to consider less beach time  excursions on cruises  and or cooler weather non beach cruises.

 

Not happening. I'm not going to live my life that way. I will take precautious and be careful but I want to live my life.

[helen haywood]

Don’t worry.  Sunscreen and other barriers…hats, tee shirts over bathing suits.  Life is short and uncertain.  Definitely keep doing what you love.

[BonTexasNY]

51 minutes ago, helen haywood said:

Had my first PT appointment this afternoon.  Really nice young man…wearing a bracelet his four year old daughter had made for him.  It wasn’t as bad/painful as I’d feared.  George, Mr. Cheerful, said it probably would get worse later.  😉  Just depressing how little movement in any direction I’m capable of right now.  But I’m a motivated patient.

 

 

Stay positive and motivated.  That movement will show up before you know it.  George just might be wrong. For my PT, in the beginning, I was advised to take pain meds 30 minutes before each session. After a few short sessions those pain meds were put away, hopefully for good. 

Good luck!

 

@Sea Dog Greg hang in there.  Wishing the best for your total recovery on all fronts.

[Coralc]

38 minutes ago, firefly333 said:

Sorry if I forgot but is this a new house you bought to renovate and move into or one you inherited? I know I should remember and see all the work you are doing but cant remember why you started remodeling. 

No problem, Jane! I have lived here for 54 years. Since I was 11. (That is why this packing/discard/donate/sell thing is so difficult) My dad bought it when we moved down from WA. He passed away in 1979. This house is only 1248 sq.ft. (but it has great storage! 😄) My mother bought a much larger house in the Sierra foothills. Since she is gone, we are moving to that house for at least 2 years. We took out a second on this house, and she used that money to purchase and renovate the other house. DH and I paid the second off. 

 

We were joint tenants on both houses and accounts. Inherited houses would have been much better than the capital gains we are looking at. When my mom was declining and didn't want to be responsible for any of the costs at her home, we transferred both of them over to me. We were both anticipating nursing home costs in her future. That didn't happen. But that is sometimes the way things work out. ☺️

 

We are a little bit sorry (not sorry) that we deferred a lot of maintenance to travel and cruise. I wouldn't trade the experiences for anything. ☺️

Edited June 7 by Coralc