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davidj35 CH.com Veteran Offline 02 is my best friend Posts: 151 x0\|LaGrange\|USA\|\|0\|0\|NY,New_York Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #575 - Aug 25^th, 2010 at 11:43am Chad wrote on Aug 25^th, 2010 at 10:08am: I'm hoping that last dose of seeds from Sunday night did the trick. I hope so too. I am thinking that since I busted my spring cycle in July that maybe it wont take as many doses to bust my fall cycle in August, make any sense?
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Reply #576 - Aug 25^th, 2010 at 12:21pm

Well David, just when we think we have this beast in check, he changes patterns. I have had 1 cylce/year for 14 days for several years. This year is changed quite a bit. It's been 2 months. Two easy months with minor pain due to the busting methods.
The thing you and I have and all clusterbusters have is the knowledge on what to do when a cycle starts and we have an advantage to those who choose use the conventional meds with all of those side affects.
Everybody has their reasons to use whatever method they wish. Educating ourselves with a little trial and error is the key to busting. Hopefully you won't need as many doses to break this cycle.

Best of luck David!

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bonkers CH.com Old Timer Offline What is THIS? Posts: 308 San Diego, California Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #577 - Aug 28^th, 2010 at 2:43am A quick update on Michael. After spending the last 10 days with a HA, because for the first time in months Michael wasn't able to bust, this last time it worked. 3 days of post-dose HAs and now PFdom! Let's see how long it lasts this time.
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Guiseppi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline San Diego to Florida 05-16-2011 Posts: 12063 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA USA Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #578 - Aug 28^th, 2010 at 3:14am Hugs for the both of you Ron, wish him luck for me. Joe
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davidj35 CH.com Veteran Offline 02 is my best friend Posts: 151 x0\|LaGrange\|USA\|\|0\|0\|NY,New_York Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #579 - Aug 28^th, 2010 at 11:23am So glad to hear he is back on track and getting some pf time, best to both of you. David
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Reply #581 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 5:37pm

Hi All,

A bump for the topic and an update on my son, Michael.

With continued dosing, PF times are increasing. Michael has settled into the more common routine whereas his HAs increase in intensity for typically 3 days subsequent to dosing. These days this is followed by 7-10 days of PF time. When the HAs return, he doses again. The increased PF time may be due to the reduction in his use of methadone. He has dropped from a high of 120mg/day to 20-40mg/day.

He's working part-time (18-30 hrs/wk) at our local brewery which puts a few dollars in his pocket, increases his feeling of self-worth and allows interaction with his fellow human beings. The brewery recently opened an attached pub where he also works as a server. Tips, chicks, the works. The severity of his HAs - when he has them - has decreased to the point where he can work when he gets them with no one being the wiser. He now has a life. Cool, huh?

Ron

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black CH.com Old Timer Offline I Love CH.com! Posts: 347 Greece,Athens Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #582 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 6:37pm and he still doesn't interact with other ch sufferers cause...........really why?
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Jackie CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Go For It!!! Posts: 5903 Goshen, IN Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #583 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 6:40pm Ron, Really glad your son is doing so well. Bless both your hearts...it's been a long struggle. I'll say it one more time.... If you can bust do it!!! My heart goes out to any who can't for whatever reason. It saved Blake.....I swear it did!
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Reply #584 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 7:33pm

Jackie wrote on Sep 17^th, 2010 at 6:40pm:

Ron,

Really glad your son is doing so well. Bless both your hearts...it's been a long struggle.

I'll say it one more time....
If you can bust do it!!! My heart goes out to any who can't for whatever reason.

It saved Blake.....I swear it did!

Saved me, too.

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Reply #585 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 8:15pm

Brew wrote on Sep 17^th, 2010 at 7:33pm:

Jackie wrote on Sep 17^th, 2010 at 6:40pm:

Ron,

Really glad your son is doing so well. Bless both your hearts...it's been a long struggle.

I'll say it one more time....
If you can bust do it!!! My heart goes out to any who can't for whatever reason.

It saved Blake.....I swear it did!

Saved me, too.

Yep.......I believe that too!

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Guiseppi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline San Diego to Florida 05-16-2011 Posts: 12063 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA USA Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #586 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 8:59pm That's great news...Christy is back home so we'll be setting another brew pub date with y'all soon! Joe
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Linda_Howell CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Do not feed the Moderators Posts: 11927 Santa Maria, Ca. Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #587 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 10:21pm Partee in Menomenee Falls????
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Reply #588 - Sep 17^th, 2010 at 11:15pm

Hi Black,

Really? The best answer I've got for you is that he's lazy. That and he knows I'll do it for him. This forum is therapy for ME. I've told him that I think he'll get a lot out of it if he'd just put in a little time, but he doesn't. He's 26 years old. I can't force him. He's got to want to do it on his own, not because I want him to. I'm still hopeful. Another thing: when he doesn't hurt, he wants these HAs as far out of mind as possible. Spending time on this forum just keeps it fresh. My argument is that he shouldn't do it for me or for himself but for you; that his story could be an inspiration for many. It hasn't worked yet. Sorry.

Ron

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Reply #589 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 10:33am

So glad to hear Michael is doing well. I can understand why he doesn't get on here. I couldn't get my hubby on for the longest time either, even though this has saved his life as well.

Dan is finally on CB, but he's 52, not 26. Michael has a lot of livin to do. Good for him. We will support the cause for him until he feels ready.

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Reply #590 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 12:57pm

Ron,

Don't worry about whether or not Michael comes on. THis is a free forum, which means he is also free to stay away. With what he goes through I fully understand and support him wanting to stay away from the reminders this place brings. One day he may change his mind and come around. Till then he's still part of the family. (No matter what ANYBODY says about it.)

So glad to hear he is doing better, and is able to work. Still praying for you all.

Jerry

Edit to add: So glad we can provide therapy for YOU. Most of us here NEED therapy! Cheesy

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Reply #591 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 3:11pm

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No matter what ANYBODY says about it.

hey i didnt say anything like that.i am just favorite of conversation no matter what instead of parallel speeches.it creates understanding and therefore true bonds.
anyway good for you bonkers,good for your son too
of course everyone is free to do whatever is the best for himself and whatever.
sorry for asking.

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Reply #592 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 4:24pm

black wrote on Sep 18^th, 2010 at 3:11pm:

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No matter what ANYBODY says about it.

hey i didnt say anything like that.i am just favorite of conversation no matter what instead of parallel speeches.it creates understanding and therefore true bonds.
anyway good for you bonkers,good for your son too
of course everyone is free to do whatever is the best for himself and whatever.
sorry for asking.

I just PM'ed Black with an apology for the way my post sounded. It sounded as if I was aiming at him, which I was not. Others have made disparaging comments about people not being involved enough here that were far stronger than what Black said. He just triggered my thoughts on the matter and my comment looked as if it was aimed at him. I said it very poorly.

My point was simply that this is a family and if a person doesn't want to participate in the public forum or even be around us when PF it's OK. We like having them here, but it doesn't change our need to support them.

Ron is doing a heck of a job for Michael, and I appreciate both of them.

JErry

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bonkers CH.com Old Timer Offline What is THIS? Posts: 308 San Diego, California Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #593 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 4:26pm Please don't apologize, Black; your input is welcome and I'm happy to answer any questions you might have as best I can. Thanks for your interest in my son. I'll keep trying to get him on board.
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bonkers CH.com Old Timer Offline What is THIS? Posts: 308 San Diego, California Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #594 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 4:37pm Maybe we're all a little thin-skinned at times. That's okay, I guess. Callico, please know that your wonderful sons are very much appreciated. We all sleep better knowing that they're out there protecting our families and way of life. Congratulations and thanks.
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Guiseppi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline San Diego to Florida 05-16-2011 Posts: 12063 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA USA Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #595 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 6:55pm Hey Bonk...check your PM's....Wed nite at the Brewery??? Joe
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bonkers CH.com Old Timer Offline What is THIS? Posts: 308 San Diego, California Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #596 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 8:54pm Hey Joe, Wed's cool. YOU didn't read YOUR PMs. Like the one at 8:01 last night. Huh?, huh? How 'bout 5:30? Mike sez best last time b4 crowded. Ron p.s. - check your PMs. Do it now. Don't forget.
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Guiseppi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline San Diego to Florida 05-16-2011 Posts: 12063 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA USA Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #597 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 10:23pm It was there......sigh.....I'm not a very smart man!!! Joe
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bonkers CH.com Old Timer Offline What is THIS? Posts: 308 San Diego, California Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #598 - Sep 18^th, 2010 at 10:56pm Sez who? Show 'em to me. I'll fight 'em. Er... nix that; I'll have my people fight 'em.
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MJ CH.com Hall of Famer Offline Posts: 1205 x1\|\|USA\|usa\|299\|85\|MN Gender:	Re: Time for the 75-80% to stand up and be counted Reply #599 - Sep 19^th, 2010 at 1:11am Its good to have people...
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