I work in healthcare. I have (very expensive) private insurance. I just booked a dermatologist appointment for my child in January of 2026. THANK GAWD we don’t live in some Democratic, industrialized hellscape with socialized medicine, or we might actually have to wait to see a doctor.
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The superbowl felt especially icky this year.
“When I woke up, I was excited it was the Super Bowl and I got to spend the day with you guys. I didn’t realize I’d have to go outside” says my daughter, who is having a very different childhood than mine.
ITS ALSO A FRIDGE MAGNET
Today’s dopamine purchase from a local, woman owned independent market.
Baby it’s cold outside. ❄️🌊
Been doing a lot of righteous scrolling today, getting to know some new social media. Took a moment to enjoy my girl and the sunset this evening. 🌅
Me: “stand over there so I can take your picture in front of the mountains!”
Them: *eye rolls and groans*
The picture:
