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jeaniefish said:
And being the personal beneficiary of two of those doom listings, I am so happy that you did! It allowed me to indulge in some doom spending of my own!
And also, so glad that you are feeling better!
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I am SO HAPPY you love them!!!!!!!!! I cant wait to see your finished ideas! :kiss2:
 
Calliecake said:
@Inked, I hope the medical issue is taken care of and you are doing well now. Were you selling any of your lab diamonds?
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Yes, thank you! SOOOO much better... it was a misdiagnosis, basically 4 different doctors said 4 different things, but all the weird symptoms were just 1. Lymes disease (but caught immediately so I'm absolutely fine, just had to take doxycycline for 4 weeks) and... menopause! :doh:

I am a BIG fan of men, LOVE men, need men... but learned my lesson there that a man is not exactly the best resource on menopause...

So i was misdiagnosed and had to quarantine... so honestly it was more the mental toll that it had than anything!! I dont want to EVER minimize any one elses medical issues, but it gave me basically almost a PTSD from the misdiagnosis because they said i had a horrible contagious disease (but i didnt...) so there was like shame and also work involved with cleaning and sanitizing etc... so I was a mental mess, and it really gave me perspective on others suffering though medical issues as well!

I was selling a bunch of my labs, yes, and I still have 3 or 4 more things I want to sell - just because i am not wearing them and i need to fund the "doom bracelet" i bought... LOL!!!!
 
Oh @Inked. You really went through a lot. I’m glad you are doing well now and are in better health both physically and mentally.

I just saw your bracelet thread. Nothing would erase doom from my mind quicker than that bracelet. Gorgeous doesn’t even begin to describe it.
 
mellowyellowgirl said:
This is fascinating!!!! How long does the cruise last? I’ve never been on a cruise! Hubby is one of those people who look up cruise outbreaks all the time and sends me articles.
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It's a four year trip!
 
Mooshi said:
Well, black friday looming sure isn't helping things for me! I'm doom-spending-planning, but more so trying to get ahead of any tariffs Canada may incur so I'm making my list, checking it twice... Wishing I knew of a non-US custom ring maker! Love DK and use him all the time but would be nice to have some goldsmiths from other countries in my back pocket, I've got a paraiba/hauyne ring to design...
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Unless I’m out to lunch, the proposed tariffs aren’t going to be on goods Canadians import from the US. It will be on goods Americans buy from other countries, like Canada. The only way we would pay tariffs on us goods is if the Canadian government levied tariffs, and our government has no interest in that.
 
Dee*Jay said:
It's a four year trip!
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I heard on the radio that there is a halfway point being sold as well, so either 2 or 4 years, if we are talking about the same cruise.
 
Dee*Jay said:
It's a four year trip!
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But after these four years, you may not want to return to The DSA, The Divided States of America.
By then that cruise ship's entire manifest may have been ruled to be illegal aliens. :knockout:
 
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seaurchin said:
When times get tense for me personally, I do tend to "doom spend." But when the problem lies with the larger environment, I save my pennies for my escape fund. :(
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This!

For me, it's like eating junk food. When I'm moderately stressed, I snack on naughty foods (like fast- food run or left over Halloween candy). But when I am extremely stressed (think "survival mode" stress) then hunger shuts down and I can't eat at all or I force myself to eat enough to survive but don't feel hungry at all.

That's where I've been for spending since Nov 5. I'm extremely worried and in survival mode, so no new spending for my family. I'm worried about war (hubby & I work in the field of national security and nuclear weapons policy), public health, the economy tanking, and other very serious things. Saving our money and not spending is how I believe I'm giving my family the best chance to ride out the coming storms.

If I were only moderately stressed (like after a fight with my family, or feeling down about something random) then I'd be tempted to spend on bling. But not now, I'm in survival mode.
 
Doom selling. Scrapping a project I had nearly greenlighted and unloading things I’ve accumulated the past few years. Not only jewelry, but clothing, furniture, a second vehicle I just don’t need, etc. I would just feel better without having so much “stuff” to worry about insuring and like…what do I need it all for?

I lost one of my best friends this week. She passed the same day as my dad did 11/11, 3 yrs ago. It was quite unexpected and here we are on PS very close to the anniversary of Dancing Fire’s passing (and Calliecake’s father). With the state of the USA, I am just not myself and all the material things are really starting to bother me. I never thought I would say that.

I miss my verve, my energy, my optimism. I feel that unloading some things may help me gain some clarity and help me feel a little safer in what I perceive to be a very uncertain world right now.
 
monarch64 said:
Doom selling. Scrapping a project I had nearly greenlighted and unloading things I’ve accumulated the past few years. Not only jewelry, but clothing, furniture, a second vehicle I just don’t need, etc. I would just feel better without having so much “stuff” to worry about insuring and like…what do I need it all for?

I lost one of my best friends this week. She passed the same day as my dad did 11/11, 3 yrs ago. It was quite unexpected and here we are on PS very close to the anniversary of Dancing Fire’s passing (and Calliecake’s father). With the state of the USA, I am just not myself and all the material things are really starting to bother me. I never thought I would say that.

I miss my verve, my energy, my optimism. I feel that unloading some things may help me gain some clarity and help me feel a little safer in what I perceive to be a very uncertain world right now.
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I'm very sorry for you loss. I totally understand your Doom Selling.
 
@monarch64, Sending you hugs, love and support. I wish I could make this all easier and take your pain away or at the very least have the right words to say so you feel comforted. I’m terrible with saying the right things so I’m hoping some how you know I am here for you.

I know how hard it was for you losing your dad. I’m so sorry about your friend. Grief is so hard and life just sucks sometimes. It doesn’t help that it’s hard to feel safe about a lot of things right now (please know I’m trying to not to get banned).

This group we have all created here is wonderful, especially in times like this. Please lean on us and know you are safe and supported here (crazy sounding I know with it being the internet). We are here for you Monnie. You aren’t alone. love, Callie
 
RunningwithScissors said:
I'm very sorry for you loss. I totally understand your Doom Selling.
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Thank you, RWS. You’re always so kind and thoughtful. I don’t mean to make this about me, just wanted to commiserate. Thanks for sharing your concerns that are based on what you and your husband do for a living. I appreciate the realistic thoughts from those who actually know what’s happening.
 
Calliecake said:
@monarch64, Sending you hugs, love and support. I wish I could make this all easier and take your pain away or at the very least have the right words to say so you feel comforted. I’m terrible with saying the right things so I’m hoping some how you know I am here for you.

I know how hard it was for you losing your dad. I’m so sorry about your friend. Grief is so hard and life just sucks sometimes. It doesn’t help that it’s hard to feel safe about a lot of things right now (please know I’m trying to not to get banned).

This group we have all created here is wonderful, especially in times like this. Please lean on us and know you are safe and supported here (crazy sounding I know with it being the internet). We are here for you Monnie. You aren’t alone. love, Callie
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Oh @Calliecake we have been so lucky to have each other (all of us) over the years to relate to. New members or older ones, it has been cathartic for a lot of us to let things out here that we might otherwise keep to ourselves in everyday life.

Thank you for your support and you know you have mine. Like I said to @RunningwithScissors i don’t mean to make this about myself.

I’ve known my bestie since 1995. We had plans to become Golden Girls later in life. That isn’t happening and I’m pretty sad about it. The shock of her passing is overwhelming and there are a couple of us girls (fr college) who are staying in touch and trying to support each other. I think I still have an email address for you and will reach out to you there.
 
@monarch64, Please do reach out to me. I immediately looked for your email address when I read your post and wasn't able to find it.
 
Calliecake said:
@monarch64, Please do reach out to me. I immediately looked for your email address when I read your post and wasn't able to find it.
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Shoot. Last time we corresponded was around 2018, I think. I’ll find you!
 
I'm so sorry @monarch64 that you are experiencing such heartache and loss. It's exhausting in every way. Sending you a hug. You're not alone.

I'm starting the doom selling, too. It's hard and also adds to the stress.
 
monarch64 said:
Doom selling. Scrapping a project I had nearly greenlighted and unloading things I’ve accumulated the past few years. Not only jewelry, but clothing, furniture, a second vehicle I just don’t need, etc. I would just feel better without having so much “stuff” to worry about insuring and like…what do I need it all for?

I lost one of my best friends this week. She passed the same day as my dad did 11/11, 3 yrs ago. It was quite unexpected and here we are on PS very close to the anniversary of Dancing Fire’s passing (and Calliecake’s father). With the state of the USA, I am just not myself and all the material things are really starting to bother me. I never thought I would say that.

I miss my verve, my energy, my optimism. I feel that unloading some things may help me gain some clarity and help me feel a little safer in what I perceive to be a very uncertain world right now.
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Big giant hugs.

The last 2-3 years for me has been...interesting. One of which y'all know, the other 2 I'm not ready to discuss. I'm not selling anything and I'm not really buying much of anything except the necessities (and fabric!)
 
monarch64 said:
Doom selling. Scrapping a project I had nearly greenlighted and unloading things I’ve accumulated the past few years. Not only jewelry, but clothing, furniture, a second vehicle I just don’t need, etc. I would just feel better without having so much “stuff” to worry about insuring and like…what do I need it all for?

I lost one of my best friends this week. She passed the same day as my dad did 11/11, 3 yrs ago. It was quite unexpected and here we are on PS very close to the anniversary of Dancing Fire’s passing (and Calliecake’s father). With the state of the USA, I am just not myself and all the material things are really starting to bother me. I never thought I would say that.

I miss my verve, my energy, my optimism. I feel that unloading some things may help me gain some clarity and help me feel a little safer in what I perceive to be a very uncertain world right now.
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So sorry to hear about your friend, it’s a real blow when you lose someone like that.

When I read the rest of your post I thought “ thank god it’s not just me”! I’ve sold a ton of my things in the last few weeks- a couple of LV bags, a Hermes purse and some jewellery. I was feeling physically unwell at the thought of owning so much stuff. It’s been cathartic getting rid of it, and there’s more to go.
 
Calliecake said:
Do you think there is any chance they would start the cruise early? I want to leave NOW!!!
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How long do you need to pack? I'll meet you at the dock! I've put in a request for adjoining rooms... in the PS wing
 
Dee*Jay said:
How long do you need to pack? I'll meet you at the dock! I've put in a request for adjoining rooms... in the PS wing
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Can a PS spouse join? My DH loves being on a boat and cruising. He wants to do more of it, and talks about it all the time. But I don't care for this. I am a stick in the desert.
 
canuk-gal said:
Can a PS spouse join? My DH loves being on a boat and cruising. He wants to do more of it, and talks about it all the time. But I don't care for this. I am a stick in the desert.
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Of course PS spouses can join -- assuming they are properly vetted (and we trust you to have vetted him). We'll take very good care of him and will not let him buy you any bad overpriced bling in the ship's gift stores. :saint:
 
Dee*Jay said:
How long do you need to pack? I'll meet you at the dock! I've put in a request for adjoining rooms... in the PS wing
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LOL I only need 10 minutes to pack. I’m sure there are a few others here who would love to be in the PS wing!

Oh come on @canuk-gal, You’d have a great time. Cruise ships never run out of champagne, no complaining patients….. sounding kinda of nice yet?
 
Calliecake said:
Do you think there is any chance they would start the cruise early? I want to leave NOW!!!
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The ship recently began a 15-year world tour, so maybe we could hop aboard now! I'm gonna go pack and leave a note for my hubby that I'll be back "in a bit." :lol-2:
 
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