Ta.Da.
It wasn't pretty or easy, but the final product looks polished.
Today was the "public" unveiling of our new schedule program. As suspected, nothing transferred right, a lot had to be redone in the last few days, and more needs to be edited. Everything I perfected before the transfer, yeah, I have to do it again.
I can't say I prefer the new program over the old program.
Do programmer writers ever ask real people for helpful hints of what changes would really make our jobs easier? This isn't it.
Speaking of things that don't work right.....
I am using my cane. My right foot is pretty swollen and tender. My shoe choices are more limited than ever.
I wasn't really sure exactly what position I was in when I struck the ground. Even while I was still lying there. I hit so hard, all my keys broke apart and scattered all around me. My heavy duty steel clip has a big gouge in it. When I opened my eyes I was on my back.
How I landed is pretty apparent now. The bruising is really beginning to show.
My left side has the most cuts and scrapes, but has some quite impressive bruising. Most of this is on the in side of my limbs. My right side actually has more bruising at this point and it is on the out side, where one would expect. Both sides are quite colorful. I'm having what can only be described as quality nerve pain in my right arm and leg.
I chose that day not to wear my new coat and gloves. I was really in the mood for a favorite old sweatshirt and old gloves. So, no real wardrobe damage.
NO, I didn't go to a doctor, nor do I plan to.
I'm fairly sure nothing is broke, nothing will be a quick fix, and they never give me anything for the pain. They usually seem to think all my current meds are enough.
*steps up on soapbox*
Speaking of medical crap....
With the new year comes new insurance coverage. Same name with even shittier coverage.
Pepsi and Target made the same changes to HSA's this year. I sure most people in the United States are affected by the same changes. And we all have been given three choices.
Just thinking about it, scares me bad.
I'm fairly nosy and have asked most co-workers what they plan they chose and why.
Those who have good health and very rarely require medical care choose "Plan A" - the straight HSA's. They see it as a bonus 401k savings. Good for them and their wallets. Blessings of good health.
Those with constant medical needs, (i.e. - small children, chronic health problems) chose "Plan B". Should anything serious happen within the first few months of this year, most will kiss their credit ratings good-bye. Nobody is thrilled with this choice, but.....
Nobody can afford "Plan C" on our pay scales.
To add insult to injury, I received a letter from our prescription drug insurance this week.
They will no longer pay for my Protonix. They suggest I try OTC meds to cover my stomach problems. They are doing this to save them and me money.
If I choose to remain on Protonix, I will have to pay full price for it. I could barely afford it with insurance. I'm so screwed. If the OTCs worked, I wouldn't be on the prescription.
Bastards.
Our physician visit co-pays have more than tripled in the last few years. With the new deductibles, I can't afford to have another test, let alone a hospital stay. (I usually average several x-rays, MRIs, and multiple blood tests a year to watch the progression of chronic conditions. I have had more surgeries than I can remember.)
I believe this new insurance code the government has thrust upon us is a time of reckoning.
It will be a survival of the fittest. The weak and infirm will be weeded out!
Only the healthiest and wealthiest will come out on the other side.
Does anybody else feel a foreboding of doom breathing down on them?
Our new national health plan could be a Stephen King novel.
*hides under soapbox*
What I need is a still, and a recipe, so I can concoct a fine ale; for medicinal purposes only of course..... It wont help you live longer or feel better, but you'll be too happy to care.
Now I lay me down to sleep,
My tears they fall so quietly,
In my dreams we laugh, we play
As I wake in quiet morn,
Lilly's laugh is lost in day
Silent echos haunt me now.
Empty arms ache to hold love.
Christmas 2011 - Birth of a New Tradition
3 months ago
1 bear growls:
I'm sure this will be of little consolation to you and those in your situation, but the move to HSAs is a far superior plan for those of us who have the time to build our accounts up. Unfortunately, like the social security problems, it's not a quick fix. Also, much like social security the change over is going to be harsh. And probably unfair for specific segments of the population. In the long-run, however, it needs to be done to stop the spiralling out of control. I like the idea of seeing what doctor I want. I like the idea that if he raises his prices, I can go elsewhere. At least I get a choice. I also like it's more of our money that we get direct control over.
I'm not a fan of corporations forcing them on people who have, for so long, relied on traditional insurance policies. Again, it's like completely cutting off retirees who have been promised it their entire careers, from social security. Specifically my problems with it lie in the fact that they're putting money before people. There's a time and reason to make money. However, it's not just to do it at the expense of people who help the companies make the money (read: employees). As a stockholder, I don't understand. I'm far more concerned about knowing the integrity within is strong and building a loyal-employee base, than I am with an increase of $.05 on my dividend. I like more money, but I'd rather know my employees were happy with the way they're treated. If not, you risk losing good employees to other companies (or worse, attempts to unionize) -- in which case it's time to get out of business or sell your stocks anyhoo.
I hope I never forget my thoughts about it. If I do, I expect a caning for my forgetfulness.
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