Hi!
I'm a dub watcher, having started in 2020 at the start of the Pandemic. The temptation to read the manga has always been on the back of my mind but I always told myself that I would read once the Dub caught up with the main series. Well with the dub having just reached Gear 5 and Episode 1073, we should only have one batch of episodes to release to complete Wano and this feels as good of a time as any to start reading the manga.
I already know that the last chapter of Wano is 1055 so once I finish that in the anime I believe I should start with chapter 1056.
What I was hoping for is some advice on what the transition might be like. And if anyone has possibly had a similar experience to me on this matter.
For example: I keep seeing the term Yonko thrown around while I know the rank/position/term as "Emperor" or "Emperor of the Sea". Are there any other terms that the manga translations use that I might not recognize as someone who has experienced this story through Funimation's translation? I plan on reading through Viz, if this makes a difference from the scanlations.
Are there any significant plot differences between the Manga and Anime that I should be aware of? I understand that the cover stories have extra content like Bon Clay's survival. But is there some big change that I would have missed being anime only?
I don't read a lot of manga, but I know I'll need to read from right to left!
And in general I'm just fishing for some advice on having the smoothest transition from English Dub Anime to reading the Manga. Gear 5 blew the internet up and while I avoided its spoilers the best I could, knowing that it existed was unavoidable. Even now with Egghead stuff, it percolates through social media enough that I'm intrigued. And ultimately I want to be right at the front and find out what the One Piece is with the world instead of waiting weeks or even months, depending on what Crunchyroll's plan is for dubbing once they've caught up.
Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone! I’m running something for my book that I’m sure you’ll enjoy! I’m writing a book titled Anastasius which is Greek for Renewal. But I was thinking of a fun way to raise money for the book and a fun way to interact with potential readers! So I was thinking, if I give the characters who will be in my book, perhaps there could be a fundraiser for this! It will be $10 USD per character and there is no limit to how many characters you’d like! I’ll post the sheet for each character and you can pick and choose which tribe you’d like create your own character! If you have anymore questions I’ll be happy to answer! I take payments through PayPal as it’s the only thing I understand how to use!
Creatures of Renewal:
As written by Wyvern Scholars
Amphiptere:
Amphipteres generally were said to have light-colored feathers like a sunrise, a serpentine body, bat-like wings with feathers covering most of the forearm and often greenish in coloration, and a long tail much like a wyvern's tail. Others are described as covered in feathers with a spiked tail, bird-like wings, and a beak-like snout.
These small dragons are known to go after smaller prey like rodents and birds, as their habitatsavanna's heat, leavingrests. However, large colonies have been known to live in constructed settlements. Still, any knowledge of a leader has yet to be discovered. It has been rumored that the Amphiptere changes leaders when either the current one dies or willingly gives up the position of tribal leader.
Habitat: Forests, Jungles, or the forested remnants of human cities.
Arctic Dragon:
These giant, wooly dragons stand five feet taller than the most significant polar bears; their powerful muscles and jet-black skin under their blueish-white fur dominate most northern regions. Human settlements are where they prowl, waiting for humans hidden in these desolate territories for the perfect time to strike. These areas are far too cold for most dragons. Still, the Arctic dragon has adapted to survive in these brutal conditions. However, females only move southwards when their young are ready to be born. Once the younglings are old enough to walk short distances independently, the mother and cub begin trekking back toward the tundra.
Diet: These dragons hunt down various arctic prey, ranging from the smallest Arctic hares to the giant whales. Anything these dragons can get their talons on is food to them. Although young Arctic dragons do not have the speed or endurance their parents have, they rely on their parents to bring them back something they can eat.
Coatyl: The most noticeable feature of Coatyls is the feathered wings. These wings comprise a humerus connected to a radius and an ulna connected to metacarpals. The wings of a Coatyl allow it to fly, which is the primary method of locomotion. In unbonded Coatyls, the scapulars and front feathers are dark green, the covert feathers are light yellow or tan, and the primary and secondary flight feathers are red. Coatyls have pressurized sacs in the back of the mouth of a highly volatile and slightly acidic chemical known as coatalic acid. When threatened, muscles surrounding these sacs contract, pushing the coatalic acid out of small holes in the mouth and spraying it. When it comes into contact with air, coatalic acid undergoes a chemical reaction that causes it to ignite and become highly adhesive, sticking to whatever it lands on.
Diet: Coatyls primarily prey on small rodents like mice or rats. Coatyls cannot bite or tear their food to pieces, so they instead swallow their prey whole. They can do this as the upper and lower jaws of a Coatyl are not rigidly attached and have multiple joints, allowing them to open their mouths wide enough to swallow prey whole. While digesting food, Coatyls will typically avoid trying to fly and will instead travel along the ground.
Habitat: These dragons are usually found in the same territories as the Amphiptere. However, these Coatyls have been seen further south in the rainforests due to being more of a tropical species. Their size makes them easy prey for larger animals if they are not careful.
Dragon:
The Western European kind, with four legs, two wings, and (usually) fiery breath. Depending on how the work classifies things, these may be the only ones called "dragons." Otherwise, they're typically called authentic, Western, or European dragons. The Western dragon tends to be massive and heavy, with sharp claws and bat-like wings. They are usually with reptile features but may also have fur or feathers. Sometimes dark colored but always shiny. Some have forked tongues, others crests, fringes, or some other adornment. It always has the ability to spew forth blazing fire and fumes. In the West, dragons live in caves or mountain dwellers and predators. Cave dweller dragons stay in the coldness of the dark most of the time. The caves, filled with fire and water, are easily guarded and located close to towns, where food is convenient. Mountain predators live in cave-riddled mountains that provide an invincible tower and protection.
Diet: Western dragons tend to be considered carnivores. They like meat, flesh, and blood as their primary food source and are too fussy about the source. Sheep, cows, oxen, lions, elephants, or even humans, anything of a reasonable size and with warm blood and flesh to feast on, are their primary food sources. However, dragons haven’t shown a preference for the age or gender of humans. One interesting thing to note is that although they eat the flesh, they have a particular taste for blood. Sometimes, when in need of a quick burst of energy, they will only drink the blood of their prey and leave the flesh. This is seen as barbaric by most other species of dragons. Still, with western dragons being the second largest species, we tend not to mess with them and their dietary habits.
Drake: The drake is a dragon with four limbs, much like a lizard, although usually far more significant in size than the average lizard. A potent example of a drake in the natural world is the Komodo Dragon, a large species of minotaur lizard in Indonesia. These creatures have low-slung bodies, like crocodiles and alligators, with bellies across the ground. However, due to their natural habitat and human greed, wild drakes have been increasingly difficult to get notes from and other scholars to talk with. Drakes who are found are highly hostile and not open much to talking, but with enough food and gold, these dragons could easily talk your ear off.
Diet: These family-oriented dragons hunt together in packs; their size and numbers are easily strong enough to take down small herds of water buffalo, wildebeests, elk, and moose.
Feydragons: These dragons are about the size of a cat, each having an iridescent coat of scales that reflected all colors of the rainbow, predominantly reflecting one particular color, which changed with age. They had a long, prehensile tail and platinum-colored, butterfly-like wings. Like true dragons, faerie dragons grew stronger with age but matured much more quickly and lived shorter lives. Because their predominant scale hue ran the colors of the rainbow over their lifetime, their color directly indicated their age and power. The scales of a young hatchling were almost always red, and those of a fully mature dragon (over 50 years old) were violet. Most dragons leave these small ones alone because it is not worth expending calories to catch these little critters. But these small dragons are known across the globe for their beautiful woven tapestries and the symphonies they create with their wings.
Diet: Their diet mainly consists of small bugs caught in the air, from trees and bushes, and off the ground. They also fed on fruits, berries, nectar, and butterflies, which they ate to get the color and look of their wings.
Sea Orc: A Sea Orc has no arms or legs. It sports fins on the top portion and every few meters across its body, including one long fin that runs from the bottom of its head to its tail. A Sea Orc has little in the way of bones; it slithers through the waters like a snake. This assists the Sea Orc in attacking its prey. Sea Orc eggs cannot be fertilized in deep water, and smaller Sea Orcs cannot survive the pressure. Adult Sea Orcs have to head to shallower waters to mate. It is believed that the Sea Orc typically goes to warmer climates for mating.
Female Sea Orcs lay their eggs at the shoreline, close enough to the surface to be safe from the environmental killers but far enough from the water line that the parents can still protect their offspring. The eggs will grow for several months and will be born after size months.
Diet: These massive beasts eat mostly fish and aquatic life, anything they can catch; on rare occasions, they will eat a dragon, but that only happens when a rowdy juvenile dragon decides to go after a Sea Orcs calf.
Wyvern: The Wyvern is about the same size as the Arctic dragon, though in weight, they are closer to their brother, the Drake. The Wyvern is a two-legged dragon with two wings. They are believed to be faster than the more enormous Dragon. Their head is large and round, and they have a more petite mouth than most dragons. The body is thick but with a soft underbelly. The tail of the Wyvern is the most deadly. It is long serpentlike with a large mass at the end. They can also have a load of spikes within the ball or a significant spike at the top. The Wyvern uses this ball as its primary weapon, capable of smashing through most creatures, including other dragon's scales.
For its size, the Wyvern holds a large amount of weight. Most of this weight is within its thick scales. Anyone who has fought a Wyvern will inform you that getting through their body is next to impossible. The scales overlap several times, and underneath them is a thin net of tissue that absorbs impact and is resistant to being cut.
Diet: Moose, Elk, and Caribou are everyday staples of a wyvern diet, although anything that moves fits the wyvern needs as they have to eat at least 400 pounds of food every three days.
Humans: Not much is left from humans after they destroyed themselves; greed took out most of them, and the explosions hurt the rest. Humans have flocked to their caves deep in the ground. Most dragons leave humans alone, but humans have tried to take back their world a few times, but us dragons have quickly stamped out those little uprisings. Although some dragons keep humans as pets, their crafty little grabbers are relatively good at crafting the little things they need. Some dragons keep them for wealth status, and others just eat them for a rare treat.
Prey animals: Not much needs to be said here; anything a dragon can catch and eat is a prey animal.

Union Organizing Update
Over the past few weeks, several of us from this subreddit have joined together to form an organizing committee for unionization. We have organizers from across the United States, including organizers from Washington, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida and more. They are among some of the most frequent posters and helpers that you’re familiar with already, like ( u/mamabroccoli and u/Inevitable_Laugh4569 ). We have already been in contact with a couple unions for guidance, including a union with an office within a couple miles of the TDC main office in New York City. While our numbers are sufficient and I think we’re making great progress thus far, if you are still interested in having an active role, we’d love to have you. The more people helping, the better! If you would prefer a more passive role by simply giving your support, that’s always appreciated too!
We have been discussing our plans for near future of our potential tutor union. Most of the work from here will be contacting people and spreading the word about unionizing the tutor base. We will be providing more information over the next couple/few weeks. Later in the week, there will be a post about the benefits of unionization. Next week, we will post about the demands we’re going to state at the beginning of any negotiations. We have ideas for further informational posts. This is truly a group effort. I think you will like what we’re offering and will be glad to vote to unionize in the future.
The following letter is an open letter to tutor.com / The Princeton Review. You may notice that it is written a bit differently than the writings I usually produce. The reason for the tonal shift is because of writing help. I wrote the initial draft, which was edited by our committee to have a nicer flow, be less antagonistic, and add further pro-union arguments. We are committed to work together, and this is just the start of what we can do when we work together!
Also, if you haven’t yet signed the video petition, please do so. https://www.change.org/p/oppose-tutor-com-mandating-video-sessions-for-tutors?recruiter=300829309&recruited_by_id=b62a6030-fe40-11e4-95d0-ef524b399632&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=petition_dashboard_share_modal&utm_medium=copylink
Open letter to tutor.com / The Princeton Review regarding attempts to unionize
Since we're starting the process of putting together a union proposal, we're publicly requesting tutor.com and/or The Princeton Review to voluntarily recognize that we're attempting to organize, and provide the resources necessary to hold a vote. From discussions amongst the committee, we know the main office is aware of this subreddit, and we'd imagine that someone is paying particular attention to our recent discussions about unionizing.
We understand if there's resistance from TDC to seeing their workers unionize, as that's a normal reaction in the business world. However, we urge you to instead be proactive and helpful as we attempt to organize.
We believe a tutor union can work in tutor.com's favor, to a great extent, for a variety of reasons:
* It would be a very good look publicly if you were to openly support the effort to unionize. We're in the education industry, a famously unionized industry, filled with people who will be more sympathetic to companies with unionized workforces. Being the one tutoring company that can truthfully say "We supported our tutors' right to unionize from day 1" could be a major selling point when seeking contracts in this industry.
* From what we've seen from your social media posts, tutor.com does seem to project a degree of progressivism. As an example, you've made posts taking pride in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at tutor.com, and you always try to highlight tutors who receive awards and recognition. You could significantly further this image by taking a union-friendly stance here. You've had executives post about how the tutors are loved - here's your chance to prove it.
* A tutor union would work to infinitely better the company itself. Tutors would feel better compensated and better heard, and as a result feel better and more enthusiastic about the company and their work overall. The better conditions would set tutor.com up as the de facto best online tutoring company to work for, and attract more and better talent to the company. It would be reasonable to set stricter quality standards and, in time, tutor.com would gain a reputation for being *the* premium tutoring service - the tutoring service that has tutors who rise above and beyond those at other services. Retention rates would skyrocket, institutional knowledge would accumulate - we'd become a company of true professionals.
* Were tutor.com to support the unionization process, it would start the relationship between the union and company off with mutual respect, a willingness to cooperate and compromise, and general friendliness and good will. This would ultimately serve us all better than a relationship borne out of malice, a refusal to acknowledge our existence, or open antagonism.
* tutor.com has faced some recent backlash from some right-wing government people regarding where we've ended up through corporate acquisitions, to the point where some are beginning to attack the military contract. One contract has already been lost for this reason. Being seen as a pro-worker company that broke industry norms and went out of their way to support their worker's right to organize, even if the effort ultimately fails, could easily work to gain the company some new allies on the left, shielding it from pointless attacks about its ownership.
We want to be clear that we're not asking for you to come out and endorse a "Yes" vote on unionization - though of course we'd be delighted if you did. What we're asking is for you to provide the resources necessary to hold an informed vote. Let us send out an email to all current US-based tutors with information regarding our efforts, and help us hold a vote to unionize at some point in the future. Offer your support or your neutrality, but please don't openly oppose or ignore our efforts. You've mentioned that "9 out of 10 tutors rate themselves Satisfied or Very Satisfied with Tutor.com" before - let's put that to the test. It may be that we hold a vote, and fail - and then, so long as you maintained neutrality and enabled us to make our case to the other tutors, we'll at least have our mutual good will, and you'll still be the pro-worker company that enabled, rather than hindered, an unsuccessful attempt to organize.
So, tutor.com / The Princeton Review, the ball is in your court now. Our attempt to organize will continue with or without your help, but we believe the best path forward is clearly the one where we work together on this. Doing nothing at all here is the easy choice, but it's also the cowardly choice. Support us, and we'll work together to better this company for its tutors and its students.
-The TDC/TPR Union Organizational Committee

Importance of choosing the right locations for vending machines

Choosing the right locations for vending machines is of paramount importance in ensuring the success of your vending business. The location plays a crucial role in determining the visibility and accessibility of your machines, as well as the potential customer base. A well-chosen location can attract a steady flow of customers, increase sales, and maximize profits. On the other hand, a poorly chosen location can result in low foot traffic, limited customer reach, and ultimately, a decline in revenue. Therefore, it is essential to carefully evaluate various factors such as foot traffic, target audience, competition, and proximity to complementary businesses when selecting the best locations for your vending machines. By doing so, you can position your vending machines strategically and optimize your chances of achieving long-term success in the vending industry.

Factors to consider when selecting vending machine locations

When selecting vending machine locations, there are several factors to consider. One important factor is the responsiveness of the website design. A responsive website design ensures that the vending machine is easily accessible and user-friendly for customers. This is crucial in attracting and retaining customers, as a poorly designed website can lead to frustration and deter potential buyers. By investing in a responsive website design, vending machine owners can enhance the overall customer experience and increase the likelihood of successful transactions.

Benefits of strategic placement of vending machines

Strategic placement of vending machines offers numerous benefits for businesses. Firstly, it increases visibility and accessibility, allowing potential customers to easily find and access the products. This can lead to higher sales and revenue. Secondly, strategic placement can target specific customer demographics, such as office buildings or schools, increasing the likelihood of attracting the right target audience. Additionally, vending machines placed in strategic locations can provide convenience to customers, allowing them to satisfy their cravings or purchase essential items without having to travel far. Lastly, strategic placement can also help businesses build brand awareness and loyalty, as customers associate the convenience and accessibility of the vending machines with the brand itself. Overall, the strategic placement of vending machines can greatly enhance a business's profitability and customer satisfaction.

Researching Potential Locations

Identifying high-traffic areas

Identifying high-traffic areas is crucial when choosing the best locations for your vending machines. These areas are characterized by a constant flow of people, ensuring a steady stream of potential customers for your business. One key factor to consider when identifying high-traffic areas is the proximity to healthcare facilities. With the healthcare staffing business launch in a few weeks, it is essential to target locations near hospitals, clinics, and medical centers. This strategic placement will allow healthcare professionals and patients to conveniently access your vending machines, providing them with quick and convenient refreshments during their busy schedules. By catering to the needs of healthcare professionals and patients, your vending machines can become a valuable resource in these high-traffic areas.

Analyzing target demographics

Analyzing target demographics is a crucial step in choosing the best locations for your vending machines. By understanding the characteristics and preferences of your potential customers, you can strategically place your machines in areas where they are most likely to generate high sales. This analysis involves gathering data on factors such as age, gender, income level, and lifestyle choices. By considering these demographic factors, you can tailor your product offerings and marketing strategies to effectively meet the needs and desires of your target audience. Additionally, analyzing target demographics allows you to identify untapped market segments and explore new opportunities for expansion. Overall, a thorough analysis of target demographics is essential for making informed decisions and maximizing the profitability of your vending machine business.

Assessing competition in the area

Assessing competition in the area is a crucial step in determining the best locations for your vending machines. By thoroughly researching and analyzing the existing vending machine landscape, you can gain valuable insights into the market saturation, customer preferences, and potential opportunities. This assessment allows you to identify areas with high demand and low competition, ensuring that your vending machines have a higher chance of success. Additionally, understanding the competition helps you tailor your product offerings and marketing strategies to stand out and attract customers. By taking the time to assess the competition in the area, you can make informed decisions that will maximize the profitability and long-term viability of your vending machine business.

Negotiating with Property Owners

Approaching property owners or managers

When approaching property owners or managers to secure locations for your vending machines, it is important to maintain a professional and respectful demeanor. Start by researching the property and its target audience to ensure that it aligns with your vending machine offerings. Once you have identified a potential location, reach out to the property owner or manager through a formal letter or email. Clearly state the purpose of your communication and explain the benefits of having a vending machine on their property. Highlight how your vending machines can provide convenience and a wide range of products to their customers or employees. Additionally, emphasize any unique features or services your vending machines offer, such as accepting contactless payments or providing healthy snack options. By presenting a well-thought-out proposal and demonstrating the value your vending machines can bring, you increase your chances of securing a favorable location for your business.

Negotiating lease terms and conditions

Negotiating lease terms and conditions is a crucial step for entrepreneurs looking to establish their vending machine business. The success of your venture greatly depends on the location of your machines, as it directly impacts the foot traffic and potential customers. By carefully negotiating lease terms, you can secure prime locations that are likely to experience high footfall and attract a diverse range of customers. Additionally, negotiating lease terms allows you to adapt to changes in the market and make adjustments to your vending machine locations as needed. As an entrepreneur, it is essential to stay agile and be open to change in order to maximize the profitability of your vending machine business.

Understanding legal requirements and permits

Understanding legal requirements and permits is crucial when it comes to setting up vending machines. Before you start placing your machines in various locations, it is important to research and comply with the legal regulations in your area. This includes obtaining the necessary permits and licenses to operate vending machines. Failure to do so can result in fines or even the closure of your business. Additionally, understanding the legal requirements ensures that you are operating within the boundaries of the law and maintaining a professional image. By following the proper procedures, you can avoid potential legal issues and create a successful vending machine business.

Evaluating Foot Traffic

Measuring foot traffic patterns

Measuring foot traffic patterns is a crucial step in determining the best locations for your vending machines. By analyzing the flow of people in specific areas, you can identify high-traffic zones and strategically place your machines for maximum visibility and accessibility. This data-driven approach ensures that your corporation service company can reach a larger customer base and generate higher profits. Understanding foot traffic patterns also allows you to make informed decisions when it comes to expanding your vending machine business, as you can target areas with the highest potential for success. By investing time and resources into measuring foot traffic patterns, you can optimize the placement of your vending machines and increase the chances of attracting customers to your corporation service company.

Determining peak hours and days

Determining peak hours and days is crucial for the success of your vending machine business. By analyzing customer traffic and sales data, you can identify the specific times and days when your target audience is most likely to visit your vending machines. This information allows you to strategically plan your operations, ensuring that your machines are fully stocked and ready to meet the demand during peak hours. Additionally, understanding peak hours and days can help you optimize your marketing efforts. For example, if you have a vending machine that sells sarees, you can use this data to schedule advertising campaigns during the times when potential customers are more likely to be in the area. By doing so, you can effectively reach your target audience and increase the visibility of your saree business. With the right timing and strategic advertising, you can maximize the profitability of your vending machines and attract more customers to your business.

Considering seasonal variations

Considering seasonal variations is crucial when choosing the best locations for your vending machines. By analyzing the fluctuations in consumer demand throughout the year, you can strategically place your machines in areas that are likely to experience high foot traffic during specific seasons. This approach can greatly contribute to improving business profitability. By capitalizing on seasonal trends and offering products that align with the needs and preferences of customers during different times of the year, you can maximize sales and revenue. Furthermore, understanding seasonal variations allows you to make informed decisions regarding inventory management, ensuring that your machines are always stocked with popular items during peak seasons. By carefully considering the impact of seasonal variations, you can position your vending machines for success and enhance your overall business performance.

Assessing Potential Profitability

Estimating sales potential

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Calculating operating costs

Calculating operating costs is a crucial step in determining the profitability of your vending machine business. By accurately estimating the expenses associated with running your machines, you can make informed decisions about pricing, location selection, and overall business strategy. To calculate operating costs, you need to consider factors such as machine maintenance, inventory replenishment, electricity usage, and any additional expenses like insurance or licensing fees. By carefully analyzing these costs, you can ensure that your vending machines are positioned in the most profitable locations, maximizing your revenue potential.

Analyzing return on investment

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Conclusion

Importance of thorough research and analysis

Thorough research and analysis are of paramount importance when it comes to choosing the best locations for your vending machines. This crucial step ensures that you make informed decisions based on data and insights rather than mere intuition. By conducting thorough research, you can identify the target market, understand consumer behavior, and evaluate the potential profitability of each location. Additionally, analysis allows you to assess the competition, consider the proximity to your suppliers, and factor in any local regulations or restrictions. By taking the time to gather and analyze relevant information, you can significantly increase the chances of success for your vending machine business.

Maximizing profitability through strategic location selection

Maximizing profitability through strategic location selection is crucial for the success of any vending machine business. By carefully considering the target market and tailoring the service to their needs, vending machine owners can ensure that their machines are placed in high-traffic areas where they will attract the most customers. Additionally, offering a variety of convenient payment methods, such as cash, credit cards, and mobile payments, can further enhance profitability by accommodating the preferences of different customers. By combining a strategic location selection with a diverse range of payment options, vending machine businesses can optimize their revenue potential and maximize their profitability.

Continuous monitoring and adaptation for optimal results

Continuous monitoring and adaptation for optimal results is crucial when it comes to choosing the best locations for your vending machines. One important aspect of this process is the rate sheet for construction services. This rate sheet provides detailed information about the costs and services associated with constructing vending machine locations. By referring to the rate sheet, vending machine operators can make informed decisions about the most cost-effective locations to set up their machines. Additionally, continuous monitoring allows operators to track the performance of each location and make necessary adaptations to maximize profitability. With a comprehensive understanding of the rate sheet for construction services and a commitment to continuous monitoring and adaptation, vending machine operators can ensure that they choose the best locations for their machines, leading to optimal results.
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Currently on a gap year.
I have 3+ months until I start 4th year and exams will be in December (5 months). The exam will be SBA and SAQ.
I’ve decided I’m going to do passmed but I want to have build a good foundation first. Bear in mind I actually don’t know anything - slight exaggeration yes. But not far from the truth.
I’m aware of a lot of the resources and study methods out there, but when it comes to applying it, I get an overwhelmed and don’t do anything. The amount of spreadsheets/plans I’ve created to get on top of it is crazy.
So yeah, basically I’m not sure where to start. And what to do.
For example say I want to revise Obs&Gynae conditions. Ideally… 1) I would cover the relevant clinical physiology- which I actually don’t know where to go to and then also know it’s enough. Like you don’t know what you don’t know. 2) Then somehow familiarise myself with the diseases and their management??. I have a list of the diseases to cover for each speciality, just no idea how to go about covering them all bc there’s so many. Also with management, what extent are you meant to know ? 3) Then ideally I would do passmed questions to consolidate the knowledge.
Should I skip out step 2) and go straight to 3) but that feels a bit wrong.
Ideally someone just tell me what to do - with SPECIFIC instructions please :)
Sorry for the long and rambly message. Just thought it about time that I ask for some help. Much appreciated 🙏

Hi everyone,
I think a lot of us are using AI to help customize our resume & cover letters for job applications. My question is - do you think not using AI creates a significant enough of an advantage to spend the time custom creating cover letters and resumes for job applications? Doing so would decrease the number of applications I would be able to submit on a daily basis, but perhaps could give me an edge if AI was not detected.
What are your guys thoughts?
Thanks!

I'm trying to coordinate benefits from my PSHCP with my wife's PSHCP for my kids. We're both Reg Force. Everything is linked, as per their instructions, both plans have each other's plans listed for each of my dependent children.
Works like a charm for drugs. 100% coverage.
But for my child's mental health appointments, they can only get 80% covered direct bill. So I send an electronic claim on the other plan.
First time I send electronic claim: they covered 80% of the 20% remainder. So now I'm at like 96% covered. Not bad but not right.
2nd time: they reimburse me for 80% of the total. 80% was already direct billed to provider, so now they overpaid me.
Anyone succeed in doing a proper coordination of benefits for anything other than drugs? Pretty sure some bot or AI are doing claims. They don't read the attachments to the claim, I wrote them a letter with clear instruction on what I was trying to do and how much was already paid to provider, along with my receipt.

I will try to keep it short but it's still going to be long. I rented a townhouse in Nicholasville Kentucky. It is managed by a property management company. The same people that own the management company also own the property under a different business name. It had a musty smell. I deep cleaned the carpets five times before I moved in. Got an insane amount of animal fur out of it. After moving in my guinea pigs quickly developed a respiratory problem and died. My child developed pneumonia and we couldn't figure out why. When inspecting the central HVAC, I discovered the inside of it was completely covered in mold. I also found mold growing on the ceiling of my child's closet. You could see where it had previously been painted over and the mold had continued to grow through the paint. The inside of the fuse box also had mold growing in it. I documented everything with photos. My child and I left the unit to stay at my mother's home until the unit was safe. The management company sent someone out to clean the HVAC. That person rubbed the mold around some but did nothing to clean it. I asked someone from the management company to come and look. They sent their maintenance guy out. He assured me they would take care of it. He said he would put a realtor's key on the door so they could come in to fix it. I asked him not to do that and requested he just tell me when they were coming so I could be there. The next morning I arrived at the house at 8:00 a.m.. I had not received any notification of anyone coming to the house. The maintenance guy had put a realtor's key on the door against my wishes. There were people in my home when I arrived. They re-painted over the mold on the ceiling and cleaned the mold out of the fuse box. The HVAC unit will still filled with mold. They handed me a letter from the management claiming I caused the mold with improper use of the air conditioning unit. I paid out of pocket to have mold testing done, which found higher than normal amounts of mold in the air. I presented the results to the management company and requested mold remediation services be performed. I also requested they remove the realtor's key from the home and that they inform me anytime someone was going to be coming. Over the next couple of weeks they refused and continued to send people over with a key who would just come in my home without even knocking. I felt like this was some sort of intimidation tactic. I spoke to a free legal advisor who informed me the city of Nicholasville was somehow exempt from regular landlord laws. After enough fighting with the management company, we decided to end the lease. It was agreed that I would move out and be relieved of any future rent responsibilities. After I left I received an email with a bill for $2,800. They were charging me for mold remediation claiming I caused the mold from improper use of the air conditioner, whatever that means. I responded by telling her I disagree. She then emailed me saying "in that case I will charge you for the rest of the lease" and sent me an additional bill for more than $7,000. I simply ignored them. 6 months later I had a hit on my credit for a $7,000 collection. I contested it and it was lowered down to the $2,800 she originally attempted to charge me. The whole thing feels like extortion. I documented every interaction with them in great detail and have plenty of photos. I also have a paper signed by the management stating the lease has been voided. I'm afraid if I go to small claims, they will bring in lawyers that will be able to screw me over somehow with a counter suit. I just want their fraudulent claim removed from my credit. Any advice would be great.

So, it’s been suggested that we present a simplified overview of the recent essays (linked below) that I co-wrote with respected analyst Hanna Kahlert, of renowned London-based MIDiA Research, which covered so much territory of interconnected concepts that all affect the current and future viability of the music industry. This summary eschews the essays’ “$10 words,” (with the exception of using “eschews” here!) with which some have struggled, and is shared in the bite-sized, more digestible form of a survey and petition in combination with this summary/bullet point preface of some of the most salient points. The survey and petition presents the essence of our thesis in the uncomplicated context of a proactive social impact campaign format.
First, let me explain. I grew up in a Long Island suburb town (about thirty miles outside New York City) during the “English Invasion” of music. I’d first hear new releases on my FM clock radio tuned to stations that prided themselves on finding the “cool stuff” first. It was a time when we were met almost every day with another astounding, mind-blowing record and artist to discover, often with something worth thinking about and culturally significant. Sometimes these releases would even be life-changing. Many of these recordings would become iconic — classic evergreens with songs covered endlessly. Yes, like today, there were also dismissable records then. The difference would seem to be that there are more songs about nothing today, replete with de rigeur profanity that only further detracts and is anything but “cool." While there are some very imaginative productions and impressive singers, there are few records now that demand a cerebral, emotional response, and there is a dearth that will be remembered as moving the needle at all, so to speak. Even customary love themes are largely just recycled imitations of the greats.
Since I also relate to the sensitivity of empaths — someone attuned to the deep feelings of those around them at a personal level — I tend to gravitate to music with a message that connects with us viscerally, that which touches the soul. Especially in our currently fraught times, there clearly is a need for thought-provoking music and for more attention given to the evolution of this genre of what was once deemed “protest songs.” Socially poignant music is a category that disguises protest in metaphors and yet is just as potent. It will create community and superfans, lift spirits, and engender a large movement of positive social advocacy. I established Socially Driven Music to develop and market #Music4APurpose. The concept resonated with Hanna Kahlert and we set about to co-write what we envision.
While developing our conclusions towards offering actionable, viable value-propositions for the music industry, we took several months to sort our ideas, research, digest and assimilate the daily deluge of information about changes battering the music industry. While I wasn’t aware that Mark Mulligan, MIDiA’s Founder and Managing Director, was developing his “Bifurcation Theory,” it is validating to be in sync with his thinking and to be presenting what I consider to be the roadmap to implementing that theory. I am excited about offering takeaways that will hopefully propel many away from feelings of helpless, hopeless despair and towards optimism and positive activism through the enrapture we seek from our music and the communities built around it.
Socially driven music has traditionally been a powerful way to raise awareness about issues across the board, such as Discrimination, Climate, Democracy, Mental Health, Bullying, Substance Abuse, Antisemitism, Equality, Homelessness, Veterans, Suicide,Terrorism, Gun Control, Women’s Productive Rights, Food and Clean Water Insecurity, Cancer and other illnesses, Animal Rights/Protection, Environmental Justice, Oceans, LGBTQ+ rights, etc. Our mandate recognizes the crucial difference of a sustained campaign animated by a song.
Above all, we must always remember and honor “The Greatest Generation” (and all Veterans) who fought and died upholding ideals that they expected us to continue to respect. Political affiliation is most often indoctrinated and not questioned individually. Support traditional Republican philosophy if you must, but #MAGA is not the antidote to Democrats and is authoritarian and dangerous to our democracy!
All causes, including music rights, are affected by the influence of a common denominator — politics. Each social cause group is a large community which can be further grown and energized with the natural evolution of fans to music superfans. Compelling socially thematic music enraptures and beckons fans to demonstrate their proud commonality and membership in a next generation fan club that can actually impact society with its fervor and political influence.
Socially Driven Music, the #Music4APurpose consultancy brand, powers extraordinary reciprocal benefits for artists and songwriters when integrated with the community of fans, causes, supportive brands and empathetic politicians ! [info@sociallydrivenmusic.com](mailto:info@sociallydrivenmusic.com)
A list of many social impact causes can be found in the dropdown menu here.
We are thrilled and very appreciative to have been invited to talk with some of the most highly regarded podcast and webinar programs which will include delving into why major record labels discouraging artists espousing political views is anachronistic, irrelevant and no longer a barrier.
As you work through the survey and petition in this post, you’ll likely have an “aha moment.” We look forward to working with you and our fast growing interactive coaltion who share a passion for energizing positive changes in causes that matter to us all.

Join us. Democracy is a big issue in 2024 and one we can influence together! (The correct local and national choices will influence the rest.)

ONE:
https://forms.gle/c3gECmDp4RyZCxxW6
TWO:

THREE:
Identify your Senators and Congressional Representatives with this link and website tool, below, and let us know in the above survey for what purpose you’d like to collaborate with them. Socially Driven Music’s mandate is to facilitate a potent music-fan-cause-brand-political influencer consortium for positive social impact.
Raise your hand in the survey if you are an artist who might want to volunteer at a voting polling station or actually volunteer to help a campaign with calling voters (and meet some new fans).
PS: Although this piece is focused on how music can influence American politics and the fraught issues it impacts, this same template can be applied worldwide. Talk to us!
https://www.govtrack.us/congress/member

And here is the epitome example of what we aspire to create:
Paul Simon wrote the masterpiece “American Tune” in 1973 and it applies 51 years later even more to today’s troubled times. This is one of the best examples of the socially poignant music that we contend is so important to create again today, and a brilliant example of a copyright that will live on forever.
The first link is Rhiannon Giddens with Paul at the Grammy Salute evening for him. The second link is Paul’s original.
The song will bring the listener to tears as it describes a societal hopelessness and yet compels the listener to fight through the despair. It perfectly summarizes the emotion powering Socially Driven Music and I hope helps convey what this written summary is trying to articulate.
https://youtu.be/67pyIglP79U?si=ICl2pDKJgTMwcXTT&t=85

Democracy, #Election2024, #MAGA, #MusicIndustry, #MusicBusiness, #Music, #SocialImpact, #SocialGood, #Biden, #Trump, #Vote2024, #ActBlue, #Veterans, #JohnLennon, #YokoOno

Quick background summary: always wanted to get into Dynasty Warriors, the only PS I owned was the first one, my first Warriors game was SW3 on the Wii, and my first DW was the PC port of DW8XLCE (or I think that was the order of the letters).
As a total newbie to the Dynasty Warriors franchise (and therefore to the Romance of the Three Kingdoms lore) I played DW8 completely blind. I didn't know who were any of the characters. So I run the game, select Story Mode and the game presents me five options: Wei, Wu, Shu, Jin and Other. Reminder that I came from SW3, which had a character-centric Story Mode. By that time I also didn't know jack shit from the Sengoku era, but at least I could choose which stories to play based on the character's models --I either started with Nobunaga because he looked cool or with Kai because she was a sexy lady dressed in red.
Back to DW. Since I wasn't sure which kingdom to start playing the game, I just played them in the order the game presented them to me. Which now, in hindsight, made me realize that, maybe unwillingly, the game leaned me towards being anti-Liu Bei. My reasoning:

• While playing as Wei, the impression I took of Liu Bei was that he was a spineless coward. Always picking fights, losing them, crying into the arms of a stronger warlord, picking more fights, also losing them, and finding a new warlord's lap to hide under. Rinse and repeat until Zhuge Liang appeared.
• While playing as Wu, that impression evolved into the one of a filthy backstabber. Jing Province, anyone? Like, yeah, Wei (Cao Cao) was on a conquering spree, but their battles never felt personal; it was just survival, regular war. But with Shu (Liu Bei)? Oh, those always felt personal.

By the time I reached the point I had to play as the Shu characters, the damage was already done. Playing Chibi as Wei? The tragic defeat of a great general bested by circumstances. Playing Chibi as Wu? The heroic underdogs fighting teeth and nails against a bigger enemy. Playing Chibi as Shu? Let's use every underhanded trick under our sleeves to get out of this one.
Meanwhile in SW: as said before, I played as Nobunaga first, but I didn't feel any animosity when playing as Nagamasa or Mitsuhide later. I love Nene's character, but seeing her depressed after losing all her loved ones during Hanzo's story didn't make me hate Hanzo himself. I'm pro Mitsunari, so while I can joke about Ieyasu being an opportunistic like Liu Bei, I still can see some nuance to his character. There was no "common enemy" so to speak between all the stories.
And that seems to be one disadvantage with faction-based narratives. If there's 3 main factions, by the time you finish the stories of two of them, it's very likely you will be inclined to see the last one as the "common enemy". Of course, I'm just talking off my ass right know. So I ask to any who was patient enough to read so far:
Did you happen to have a similar experience? For example, if you played Shu's and Wu's stories first, did that make you feel like Wei was the bad guy of the whole game?

throwaway account <3, NY Metropolitan Area based
Hello personalfinance!
I am currently a senior in college that is looking down the barrel of some relatively (?) serious debt that I would like help navigating. Let me lay out my situation as best I can below:
Got into some legal trouble last year, and it is still pending, so lawyer fees will likely increase, but right now they are sitting at just over $22k. I did not take out a loan, but this was money lent to me by my father. We sent a retainer of $25k that we have been eating at, but with the case pending this could end up being anywhere from $25k to $50k. We have not sorted out a payment plan yet, as the focus was and has been on making sure I am legally okay.
Despite being a senior in college, I am returning in the fall to finish some classes I need to graduate. Tuition + living (and food) expenses are looking to be around just above $17k. The bulk of that ($14k) is really my tuition. I will be subletting from a friend on campus so my living expenses are already far lower than the norm for my university/area. My 4 years of college have already been covered, I just have to cover my remaining semester. This is an upcoming cost, and not something I have paid for yet, but will have to come end of summer.
Those are my two financial stressors at this point in time. As for income and savings, lets dig in:
I plan to work at least one job this summer. I am currently interviewing for positions in NYC doing software engineering and data science. I am entering the final rounds of interviews at several companies, and I hope *knock on wood* to receive offers from 2 of them. If that is the case, I will work both, one full-time, and one part time. I have already talked to the (prospective) part-time company about this, and they have told me if I get a full-time offer from them, they would still take me part time. With that said, I do not have wages for either.
I also plan to work in the fall. I have started applying for positions, but most of my job search has been focused on this summer for now. I would love to find a computer science adjacent role for next fall, but if I cannot, I will at the very least find an on campus lower wage position, to have some income. After graduating in December I plan to find a full time position somewhere and be salaried where I can start earning real sustained income.
The real meat of my question though, is that I have $45k sitting in a fidelity account that has been earning interest (variable based on rates). This account has been continually added to by my parents as I grew up. The purpose of the account is to start off my life/career with a good sized fund to keep adding to and use a solid foundation for savings moving forward. As I look down the barrel of more debt, I am wondering what is the best way to deal with this. I understand it is hard to say with certainty without having a total value and payment plan setup for my legal debt, but I hope I can still get some valuable advice.
For example, is it more advantageous to take out however much is needed and cover my tuition and legal fees, or is it better to pay those off over time while that $45k keeps working for me? I feel like people are always anti-debt (for obvious reasons), but I also know that there are cases where leaving your money in the market may be more beneficial.
Anyway, thank you very much in advance, I will answer comments as best I can and edit this is I missed anything big.
tl;dr I have $22k in legal debt lent to me by my father. Case on going, legal debt will likely increase, but not more than $50k. I have to pay $17k in tuition/housing fees for next fall (final classes before December graduation). Have income prospects, but nothing locked in at the moment. Have 45k in savings account accruing interest. Spend savings or other options??

about a month after i rented a vehicle from avis, i get a text from sedgwick claims regarding my avis rental and a claim number. i obviously thought this was a scam but after looking into it further and calling avis directly, it was a valid damage claim. it was also confirmed through the demand letter i received in the mail a few days later. i thought this was total bullsht because i had no issues or altercations during the rental. having denied coverage from avis, i 100% believe avis pursued me for responsibility since i was the last renter. the one time i don't take pictures or record the vehicle at time of pickup, i get hit with this.
after scanning through some pictures and videos of the trip, the damage was definitely preexisting. i sent it to avis/sedgwick but it wasn't enough to fight it on my own. i suppose it was my own fault for not doing my due diligence at time of pickup, but whatever. lesson learned. the total due including admin fees, repair estimate, loss of use, etc was $1365.07.
then comes premium car rental protection. i have this enrolled on my green card (downgraded from gold) for $25 per rental and would be my first time using it. i call up amex assurance and explained the situation. they helped me create a case, which i now know i can do online on my own. i sent in/uploaded all the requested documents to amex, including the closed rental agreement, demand letter, itemized repair estimate, etc. the claim was submitted on 5/2 and closed today at 5/14. all dues paid. there was a diminishment of value fee of $66.73 that was denied under premium, but was covered under the standard car rental loss and damage insurance.
big weight lifted off my shoulders. i didn't have to go through my own insurance and i didn't have to communicate with avis/sedgwick throughout the process. for about $25 per rental NOT per day, this is definitely worth it.

Hello all,
We’ve just received our visa decision letter and it was a yes! It has been a long road and I thank everyone here for the great support you’ve offered, the posts that helped our application with both timelines and checklists, and lastly the super helpful people who answers questions and calm worries. We could not have done this without this subreddit.
As usual, a timeline from us:

• Visa type: Spousal Visa
• Application: Outside of the UK (Sweden)
• Priority: Yes
• Application date: 28th March
• Bio date: 9th April
• Solicitor: No
• Paid enquiry: 8th May
• Decision made and passport received: 13th May

We had a long wait for this one even with priority, but received no questions or asks for additional documents / proof.
I used some of the checklists folks provided here, and will give my own below:
Relationship: - Marriage certificate. - individual cover letter from both applicant and sponsor. - Pictures with each other and flight details. All dated. - Passports: All pictures of applicant’s passport pages, ID page of sponsor.
Employment of Sponsor: - 6 months payslips. - 6 months bank statements. - letter from employer confirming job. - Employment contract.
Accommodation: - Letter from landlord. - Tenancy agreement. - Evidence of payments already shown in bank statements. - Council tax form.
Additional requirements: - IELTS certificate. - We did not need a TB test due to country of origin.
I will still continue to battle for the changes made to the Visa requirements as I know some will not have been able to make the deadline. Do let me know if I can help in anyway, with questions or with support to calm nerves.

So I realized I have food noise. All day every day all I think about is food. But when I try to do CICO or restrict to shed a bit of weight, I put on that and more. As my weight goes up, I feel like this hunger monster. I never feel satiated and I don’t know what’s wrong with me. It’s like all this food is going into a black hole. And yes I eat protein, fats, and try to keep carbs at or below 100 grams a day when I can help it. Usually my carbs will come from the fiber tortillas, keto bread, beans, legumes, rice, fruit, and vegetables. For example, today I had an egg white and avocado wrap with cheese for breakfast and then a chicken and lettuce wrap for lunch with an apple. I STILL feel hungry and am already at 1000 calories for the day. I don’t seem to lose weight unless I’m below 1200 calories a day.
I’ve restarted taking myoinositol regularly, but it doesn’t seem to be working just yet. I take one scoop of the wholesome story 40:1 ratio. My gynecologist prescribed 500 mg metformin, but I honestly think I would benefit from double that dose or 1500-2000 mg max dose. How do I ask my gynecologist to see if an increase would help me? I wish I could give semaglutide a try, but my insurance says it’s thousands and I wouldn’t be eligible for coverage 😔.
I’ll add: was diagnosed with prediabetes (5.9) 6 months ago. I had horrible health issues and was constantly throwing up so went to another doctor who retested my A1c last month and it’s below the prediabetes range (5.5). I know the insulin resistance is probably not gone since I’ve had signs of it since before puberty and am now a grown adult. I wish semaglutide was covered by insurance for pcos.

I recently got a letter from the DMV regarding my insurance lapsing. I started a new policy with State Farm immediately after I was told my insurance lapsed. It took a few days for them to get me covered, so I had to drive in order to get to work. There is one box on the letter I need to check that is stressing me out. It says “Did you knowingly operate the above vehicle without liability insurance coverage?”. Will I face any punishment if I say yes to that, or am I just able to pay it and be fine. Any advice helps as I have never had this happen before. I’m aware of what happens if I don’t pay it, I’m just worried about answering this question honestly.

Sigh. I'm a newer nurse [23 F], 10 months of experience. I got hired onto postpartum immediately after graduation and passing the nclex. I am not married to the specialty and do want to go to a different specialty at some point so I can find what I want to pursue higher education in. I like women's health but I'd rather stay away from the obstetrical side for reasons I won't go into now. But I like what I do and I love my patients. My coworkers are alright. My hospital insurance is horrible but I'm covered by parents still, and I've been having problems with the low census policy (see my previous posts) but other than that, everything is pretty good about the floor.
My problem is that I am a creature of the early morning; I work night shift now and it's eating away at my mental and physical health. I've tried everything I can to adjust and I just can't. I talked to my manager about it, she said there were no positions available for days and that one likely wouldn't br available for another year or two. Fair! But I cannot wait that long. So I have applied to day shift nursing positions, and today I got an offer on a medsurg unit in town. Day shift. Like I should be happy about this, but I just have a gnawing feeling medsurg isn't for me. I was a tech in nursing school on a medsurg unit during covid and that made me dislike it, honestly. Aside from the fact that I did not get the best vibe from the director of the department (who interrupted me during the interview and gave unsolicited advice) when I interviewed, they were very transparent that almost all their patients are "very high acuity" and its a common thing on that floor, and that I would be expected to know a lot within my 6 week orientation. And I'm just being honest, that's not my cup of tea. So I'm thinking I'll stay where I am on nights for now. But once i hit my 1 year mark, I plan to look for more options in specialties I'd like. I've applied for wound care, urogyn clinic, school nursing, pre admission testing, and pre and post surgical and have gotten turned down by all I've applied for.
I guess one of my questions or concerns is that, am I being turned down from these jobs because I only have 10 months under my belt? Two rejection letters said they were looking for more experience. Could it be that being in such a specialized area of nursing (mother-baby) is limiting me on my progression? Considering that's the only place I have RN experience??? Have any other postpartum nurses or nurses in a specialty been able to get other positions outside of your specialty? I'm interested in wound care, psychiatry, public health, and rehab nursing. Do I need to to medsurg to get into these specialties if I only have mother baby experience???
Edit: spelling

I went to my doctor today to see if I would be a good fit for wegovy or any other weight loss drugs. Weight loss medications are also not covered under my current insurance so I wanted to also talk to him about writing an appeal for a formulary exception / prior authorization.
My doctor is familiar with my medical history 36 (m) 5'11" 395 pounds and high blood pressure. We also talked about how and why my keto diet failed and how the gym hurts. My trainer saying it will get easier and less painful once you lose some of the initial weight. Back pain, even from brisk 45 minute walks is holding me back from really getting into the gym.
To prepare and make everything as easy as possible for my doctor to do the appeal I called my insurance and asked exactly what they needed. I also have previous work experience in insurance so I am familiar with the process. I wrote everything down that was needed (why this medication is a good fit, what we have tried, BMI, blood pressure and medical records to back it up). I made sure to get where and who to send it to, how to do the cover letter etc... I was very prepared.
When we finally got to the topic of appealing to insurance he told me that "they are just jerking you around". "No insurance is approving appeals". "They literally throw them in the trash". I emphasized that I got all the information gathered already and that I have work experience with insurance and know it can work. He said "It doesn't matter, weight loss drugs are too expensive and they get hundreds of requests a day. They approve other drugs, but weight loss drugs are different"
He did offer me condolences that weight loss is hard and also a book suggestion to read about meditating to get rid of cravings. I left with him not even attempting to appeal and no prescription. I'm pretty devastated right now, I've known this doctor for years and he has never been that blunt or unwilling to work with me. He knows the struggle I've had with weight and blood pressure.
Is this a situation where I should try a second opinion? Was my doctor out of line?

Offer: Join onto my Bay Club Santa Clara Membership

I have a Bay Club Santa Clara membership and am looking to add extra people to my Bay Club membership for a lower shared rate amongst all of us.
My rate is: $284/month (and $250 initiation fee) and your cost is based on your age.
Ages 12 & Under = $70
Ages 13 - 20 = $100
Ages 21 - 29 = $115
Ages 30 - 64 = $130
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I would be the primary payer and you would send me your funds monthly. We will split the total cost evenly. Example: $284 + $115 (first person) + $115 (second person) = $171 for monthly membership split amongst all 3 members.
DM me if you are interested!

I have a Bay Club Santa Clara membership and am looking to add extra people to my Bay Club membership for a lower shared rate amongst all of us.
My rate is: $284/month (and $250 initiation fee) and your cost is based on your age.
Ages 12 & Under = $70
Ages 13 - 20 = $100
Ages 21 - 29 = $115
Ages 30 - 64 = $130
Ages 65+ = $115
I would be the primary payer and you would send me your funds monthly. We will split the total cost evenly. Example: $284 + $115 (first person) + $115 (second person) = $171 for monthly membership split amongst all 3 members.
DM me if you are interested!

I'm trying to help my girlfriend figure out her options here. Basically, her primary care physician referred her to an in-network allergist within the same healthcare system (Rush in Chicago). They told her she should be tested to see if her childhood penicillin allergy was still a factor.
So she goes to the referred doctor in the same hospital system. Beforehand, had checked her coverage terms. She has Blue Cross IL - Blue Choice Select PPOSM , which specifically says it covers allergy testing and says allergy testing and allergy shots (She didn't get any shots, just the normal skin scratch test).
Soon after, she gets an alert from Blue Cross saying she owes more than $2,000 for the allergy tests. Assuming it was some kind of coding error, she submitted an internal appeal to Blue Cross two weeks ago.
Today, she received a call from someone at the hospital saying that the $2,000 bill is a facilities fee and would never be covered by insurance. But on the EoB letter she got in the mail weeks ago says the charge is for allergy testing services.
Is this uniquely confusing or is it just me? And does anyone know if the No Surprises Act or anything similar would help to resolve it?

I’m not very creative when it comes to usernames. I’ve tried looking for inspiration by scrolling through artists on IG and TikTok, but all the usernames I’ve found are just a bunch of random letters and numbers and words that don’t make sense.
I’m not entirely sure what kind of username that I want but I definitely want it to be creative and readable.
I don’t really wanna use my name or nickname, but maybe a shortened version of my nickname, Pip.
I want the username to just be two or three words and not too long.
Just so you get the idea of the kind of username I’m looking for, here are some good examples: AnElderlyMeme, Cheesiiee, CreativeSinning, etc (those are the only good examples that I can find)
Basically all words, no random letters or numbers.
The words I’m thinking of using are: Ghost, Honey, Cloud, Feather, water, rain, moon, etc
And art related words like: Art, Paint/ed, Brush, Canvas, etc
I want to use the username to make a good picture watermark as well.
:)