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Demographics
Gender: Non-Binary
Race/Ethnicity: east asian / chinese
Residence: Canada
Income Bracket: 70k USD pre-tax
Type of School: average public school in canada
Hooks (Recruited Athlete, URM, First-Gen, Geographic, Legac​y, etc.): none
Intended Major(s): Political Science, Urban Studies
Academics
GPA (UW/W): 93.47 / 100 UW, no rank
of Honors/AP/IB/Dual Enrollment/etc.: IB Diploma + French Immersion (took all grade 9 and 10 courses in french)
Senior Year Course Load: IB diploma courses
Standardized Testing
SAT: 1540 (math 740, english 800)
IB: Geography SL 7/7
Extracurriculars/Activities - my descriptions were a bit quirky
1 Taking care of disabled family members
2 Model UN President - very important to me
3 Campaign Intern for 6 election campaigns - mostly organizing canvasses and phonebanks
4 Director at a long-standing political nonprofit - collabed with city hall, wrote policy that changed programming in my city, created youth councils in downtown wards with city councilors
5 Student council president - reformed student council constitution and changed parent council by-law to support intl student/newcomers. created a "translations committee" for intl. student outreach
6 Summer Program - attendee twice then unofficial ambassador - reached out to create a new role basically bc they didn't have ppl advertising like me
7 Youth Advisory Chair at large labour education nonprofit - I created new workshop programming that got students to join unions
8 Orchestra player at city youth orchestra (audition) & street busker, had social media page + raised $500+ for Canadian Cancer Society
9 Entertainment Captain for Relay for Life w/ Canadian Cancer Society. Raised $17k
10 Volunteer Coach & Public Outreach/Marketing director at a long-standing figure skating non-profit. raised $10k for financial aid through grant applications
additional info:
elaborated on my ECs a bit (MUN and busking) + talked abt my family responsibilities
Awards/Honors
1 Scholastic Art&Writing - Gold Key, American Visions Nominee (Political Cartoon)+ Honourable Mentions
2 (REGIONAL) Public Library - Creative writing contest, 1st Place in English & French Poetry/Short Story, every year since 2018-2023
3 Model UN: Best Delegate @ National Conf, Hon. Mention @ intl. conference, Led club to 2x Best Delegation
4 Explore - Voted Best Dressed, two years in a row (haha quirky haha) (its not funny anymore)
5 Loran scholarship semifinalist
Letters of Recommendation
Geography teacher — (8/10) She loves me and I love her, but she cannot write well. I read it and she rlly did try but it was not very clear what she tried to convey about me
English teacher — (????/10) she is an enigma. she wrote my LOR in 2 hours immediately after I asked and tbh she now hates me when she didn't before. so i don't know
Counselor — (7/10) I think she called me an activist.. She knows a lot abt what i do in my school which is goated but also I am not outwardly an academic-focused student - im very involved in the school admin
Interviews
not listing all of them, but here's a highlight reel, ranking from best to worst
Georgetown - first interview. my interviewer said i'd loveee the school and that i would fit right in (i agreed) we didn't "click" per se but she seemed to like me. she thought my questions were super insightful and this interview def helped me write my essays
MIT - technically this went HORRIBLY... BUT he remembered me since he talked to my friend about me and called me "an original" (??) since i was applying for polisci and was interested in urban design. i looked him up before and a lot of ppl were complaining abt him online LMFAOOO we debated the healthcare system in Canada fervently. My only in-person interview so i liked the vibes more, but def an unfortunate experience!
Sciences Po & UC Berkeley - bro i kept saying falsehoods/misconceptions abt the dual degree, they grilled me on french world issues and i didn't have anything to say, i said i love protests and how destructive they are in France??? overall i felt so cooked after i reconnected w nature. the french person interviewing me looked at me with such contempt i still shake when i remember
Essays
Common App (6/10): i still think it was too much narrative, not enough self-reflection! was abt the summer program i went to twice. talked about nostalgia and how ppl & places connect; but mostly, how i move on from past lives. i ramble at the end about the message. idk i don't rlly like it anymore
Supplementals
The ones that stood out to me were:
Stanford - I COOKED ON THESE!!! i loved the prompts. they rlly suited what i wanted to convey
Georgetown - cooked on these too. my why Georgetown/why major was so fucking fire i wish i got to submit it to other schools
Harvard and Columbia - even tho these are my fav schools, these were fucking ass LMFOAOOO but the Columbia media list essay was fun. i categorized all my medias into categories like "i love art&cities" or "i love politics"
Sciences Po/UC Berkeley - my PIQs were mid but I wrote the dual degree essay in legit 30 minutes and it was half the wordcount.
Decisions, roughly ranked in order of my preference
Waitlists:
Hamilton College
(applied for the name haha founding father)
i didn't write the supps so I'm not surprised
waitlisted to nothing else
i just wanted to build suspense lmao
Rejections:
Columbia University (i was so crestfallen over this. what about our NYC dreams?)
Georgetown University (this one hurted kind of really really really bad)
Harvard University (my real dream school i just kept quiet about) (my bsf got in.)
University of Pennsylvania (this one had a lil kick to it)
Yale University (several of my opps and my friend's opps got in)
University of Chicago EA
Princeton University
Brown University
Cornell University
Stanford University
Mass. Institute of Tech
Dartmouth University
Johns Hopkins University ( i misread the essay prompt LMAO)
Northeastern University
Acceptances:
UC Berkeley (WHATTT) (COA for 4 years = 380k USD)
SciencesPo/Berkeley Dual (WHATTTTT!?) (COA for 4 years = 250k USD)
University of Toronto + 10k entrance scholarship + Munk One!!! (COA for 4 years = 100k USD)
University Western Ontario - not considering
YorkU Glendon - not considering
Ball State University - lol
reflections:
applying to USA colleges & staying in IB was the biggest mistake of my fucking life. i wish every day i never found this community by accident and decided to try my hand that one day in 2022. if you are in grade 9-11 reading this... its not worth it lmfao its rlly not. i would be soooo much happier going to my safety uoft in ignorant bliss.
I know i am like an a2c horror story/failure but some advice i would give tho.... is talk to a lot of admitted students and do what you love instead of resume hunting (BECAUSE NOBODY LIKES THOSE PPL LMFAO)
what should i commit to?
https://www.reddit.com/IntltoUSA/comments/1cmh223/help_me_decide_sciences_po_uc_berkeley_dual/
i know the smart decision is uoft but my family could pay for Berkeleysciencespo, it would be a silly financial choice but i do not want to fumble the opportunity

Hello! My mother and I are planning a trip to and across Canada's east coast this August from Toronto, Ontario. The end goal is Nova Scotia but we're dipping our toe into the possibility of taking the ferry to see Newfoundland, too, since we're going to be in that general direction anyway and we aren't entirely sure if we'll get this chance again come next summer because her health isn't the best right now due to cancer.
We're leaning more towards the entire month of August but it depends on how well the treatment ( immunotherapy, which makes her tired but otherwise not have too many side effects so far ) works for her and if she'll be having surgery. As it stands, her last treatment is at the end of July before they try to see if it's working which is why we're planning for August.
She wants to see as much as she can as well as making stops in Quebec, PEI, New Brunswick, and finally Nova Scotia and/or Newfoundland. We'll be making plenty of stops in and between and also exploring the cities but she isn't too big on tourist attractions and is more of a fan of the view/interesting/uncommon things to check out in and between each place. City or nature, it doesn't matter.
Does anyone have any recommendations? Places to explore that aren't too intense for a 61 year old woman that she might enjoy? Thank you!

Hi all!
I'm a dental hygiene student, currently seeking clients! My school is Toronto College of Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries - located in North York.
The cleaning itself is $32, with additional $35 for xrays, but l'll be more than happy to reimburse you after the treatment has been completed with an additional gift card!
As you can tell, it has been difficult finding patients and I would be so forever grateful to see you in my chair.
We also offer other services, such as x-rays, sealants, oral cancer screenings, teeth whitening, mouth guards and sealants!
Please be mindful since I am a student and supervised under licensed dental hygienists, it may require multiple sessions. I would love to further explain the process and the benefits of the exams we perform.
Please comment or message me if interested! I would love to help you and I would be so thankful if you can help me out too!

I’m new to this group and thought I would tell my story about TC. I was diagnosed with TC when I was 16 (Grade 11) when I suddenly fainted due to pain in my left testicle. I immediately went to the bathroom and found a very small painful hard lump in my left testicle. I told my parents and went to the emergency room where they did an ultrasound and ct scan and confirmed it was TC and booked to have that testicle removed the same day, they also did a chest x-ray to see if it spread to my lungs, but was clear at that time. They successfully removed my left testicle and placed a prosthetic one in, my right testicle was perfectly healthy and no signs of cancer and was left alone. 3 weeks later I had a follow up chest x-ray which unfortunately showed 6 tumours, 3 on each lung and each tumour was around the size of a quarter. It also made its way to my lymph nodes. I started aggressive chemotherapy treatment on Christmas Eve at Toronto Sick Kids Hospital. 2 weeks of straight chemotherapy treatment in hospital then 1 week off to recover at home, then repeat which lasted just under a year. About half the time I did not get to go home on my 1 week off due to complications. The chemotherapy was extremely effective and killed off all the tumours and just left scar tissue. I was able to graduate high school a year early as I used school work as a distraction of everything going on. The treatment was a rough experience but nothing as close as dealing with Neupogen where I had a severe reaction where I lost the ability to walk for a week and developed severe pain in all my bones and joints, just after the first dose. I still deal with bone and joint pain to this day from the damage it caused but it’s mild pain. It has now been 18 years and I’m still cancer free! I just want to say that if you feel a lump or pain in your testicle to get it check out immediately because it has the ability to spread extremely fast. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, ignoring something doesn’t make it go away. I wish everyone the best who is currently dealing with TC and to remind them to never give up.

Is it possible to get Short Term Disability for surgery done in my home country?
Hello all,
I have been diagnosed with a massive benign pelvic cyst. Though it's not cancerous, and hence not "life threatening", it's severely affecting my quality of life. I have frequent abdominal pain and issues with bowel movement and bladder control. The only solution is surgery to get it removed. I've been told I will need around 6 weeks to recover and I can file a short term disability claim for it (my company has a plan better than govt EI) and must be filed for first.
Here in Toronto, surgery was deemed "non-essential" and hence, I have been given a date in early 2025. However, I can get it done in in my home country ASAP by paying out of pocket. Cost is not high and I'll have family support for recovery.
Can I file for and get Short term disability if the surgery is done outside Canada? As without that, I'll have to exhaust all my sick days, vacation days and personal days and it still won't be enough for 8 weeks or so and that will make things difficult for me financially.
Has anyone had surgery done abroad and successfully covered it in Short Term Disability in Canada? Any tips or suggestions?
Looking forward to your comments

Contemplating between road tripping to Oregon or shipping my car and flying back. This would be my first cross country road trip, so any advice or areas to stop on would be greatly appreciated.

Somehow the Leafs have managed to be the most frustrating team to me as an outsider. And a lot of people are thrilled that the memes get to continue, that we get to make fun of Toronto again.
But it's not even funny to me anymore, it's just sad. 1 playoff series victory in 20 years, they keep making the playoffs and EVERY year they sputter, and burn out in the 1st round, the lone exception being a depleted Lightning team battling injuries after losing half of their depth to free agency the prior summer.
I can't watch a game like this and laugh unironically. I was laughing, but not at the Leafs- it was more at the fact that this is (apparently) the upper limit of what all of that talent gets you, and at the fact that there's just no explanation for this whatsoever other than a curse.
Somebody, at some point, placed an unbreakable hex upon the Toronto Maple Leafs' franchise. And it has continued to rule that team for another year.
It's easy to laugh at, but it's not that funny (to me at least). No pompous circumstance, blown lead or standout gaffes. No overconfidence or playing down to competition. No real asterisks to tag onto the loss.
It was just a pure, 2-1 OT loss as advertised. It was a vanilla playoff game and the Bruins were physically and mentally the better team in the end. How many more years is "Bruins in 7" going to be funnt before Matthews and Marner are 37 without cups?
Those are careers that SHOULD go down in history as legendary and fabeled talents that teams sometimes go DECADES without finding. I really don't think it'll be a funny day if/when the Leafs management says enough is enough.
But I have to think that day's gotta be soon. Swing the axe, that's the only way you fix this. Keefe isn't the coach you thought he was, he's not taking that core anywhere. He's Dan Bylsma without the temper.
Fire Brendan Shanahan too. His vision in Toronto has done nothing but reward mediocrity and piss off everybody. Literally everybody involved with that organization is worse for it and 95% of it can be traced back to him in some form. He's had 10 years, and has done fuck all with it.
Tell him to take Brad Treliving with him. People are going to say "oh it hasn't even been a year" but if you're too dense to see that this man is a yes-man for Shanahan, then you aren't looking into this. It's why Dubas fled ship the second Pittsburgh called.
Shanahan fancied himself so superior that he needed a GM that would cater to his every whim, he's what Pierre Dorion was to Eugene Melnyk for almost a decade, that model ALWAYS fails at everything except destroying team culture.
Toronto's deadline says it all, about those two men. Connor Dewar, Cade Webber, Joel Edmundson and the 3rd return of Ilya Libyushkin were their attempt at a bulk up for the playoffs. When they DESPERATELY needed backup goaltending and center depth.
But if we're being honest, what will REALLY happen is, Keefe will be fired to make way for Gerard Gallant or Dave Hakstol, they'll have a quiet offseason filled with a whole lot of nothing and have another 50 win season with a 1st round exit.
This is what happens when you consider the 2010s Flames and Blue Jackets to be an 'inspiration'. And they'll just keep wasting years of talent like this because nothing's stopping them.
As a Pens fan, I understand the mixed feelings on Dubas (I really do, anything is an upgrade from JR and Hextall though) but it's time to face facts; Dubas' asset management is what kept their heads above water at ALL, and ownership letting Shanahan win that power struggle might be their biggest mistake of all.
Now watch as Marner is painted as a team cancer and traded for a bulk return while Tavares falls off of the same cliff as his cap hit.
This is just sad.

DAY: MAY 3 2024
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Organization Name: Nankind
Location: On-site Address: Toronto, Ontario
When: ASAP
Description: Are you ready to become an Angel in someone's life? Nankind is seeking compassionate individuals to volunteer as In-home Childcare Angels for families affected by cancer in your community. By dedicating just four hours of your time per week, you can provide vital support to children during their parents' cancer treatment and recovery journey.
What you'll be doing: As an In-home Childcare Angel, you'll provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for children in need. Your commitment of at least six months ensures consistent support for families throughout their parent's cancer treatment and recovery process.
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Qualifications:

• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Police Information Check
• About 1 year of experience providing childcare support (e.g., babysitting, teaching, tutoring)
• Reside in Ontario

https://volunteersuccess.com/opportunities/cancer-support-in-home-childcare-volunteer-nankind-2024-04-26-01.33.34

Do not buy from Rick Martinez on Facebook.
I have Stage Testicular Cancer and I'd heard Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) can help.
I got connected with Rick Martinez from a cancer group forum.
I chatted wirh Rick and he pointed me to a website to purchase. I bought 10 grams for $200. I was instructed by Rick to pay via PayPal under 'friends and family.'
I'm in Toronto. A few days later I started getting sketchy shipping company texts that I'm sure we've all seen before. Some terrible looking company and texts called 'Fexpress' and they matched the 'FXL #' that Rick shared with me.
The texts said I had to pay Refundable $580 for a 'Canadian Custom License Permit Release Form.' When I questioned it, they started to insinuate that I would be in legal trouble if I didn't pay. I called the text line, it was clearly a personal line. Someone called back and again insisted that I would be in legal trouble if I didn't pay.
I said I wanted an actual invoice and contract and that I'd never heard of Fexpress. So they emailed a similarly sketchy looking document, but all of a sudden it had a signature and FedEx logo at the bottom 🤣 And they made a point of texting something like 'now it looks legitimate right?'
Of course Rick was no help in this process and would not refund or even give me a call to discuss this, like a human being. He said it was just out his hands and that I had to pay.
Not only that, but when the fake shipping company emailed the contract, they wanted me to pay a PayPal account that just so happened to have the same last name as Rick. How stupid is this!?
When I resisted paying 'Fexpress' - they finally said 'don't worry about it'. Great, clearly it's a scam but Rick won't refund me because he says 'get me the package.' They've given up trying to get the $580 but of course they and Rick will not communicate with me anymore.
I have no recourse with PayPal because Rick told me to pay via 'friends and family.'
So I'm out $200. I'm so glad I didn't buy $1200 worth like Rick was trying to push.
It seems I have no recourse, but hopefully I can help someone else from getting scammed by Rick Martinez.
As soon as I posted this on the Facebook page it was immediately deleted and blocked me.
I don't have the link to the Facebook account, but it's Rick Martinez, and the image is a marijuana leaf.

Forgive me if this post is inapropriate for this sub.
My sister was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. I visited her from Toronto after the diagnosis and spent a week at her house. During that time, her husband: - Told me to limit family support - Told me that he would be willing to isolate her from her family if he had to - Intensely sought to manage my sister’s emotional state. When she did not respond to oncologist news the way he expected her to, he ignored and shunned her for two days.
When I asked her about his behaviour, she told me not to worry. I don’t want to jump to conclusions and am aware that he is also going through a lot. But I’m worried that she will not be able to handle the added stress when she undergoes treatment.
If his behaviour intensifies while she’s on chemo and isn’t thinking straight, is there anything we can do from a legal standpoint to prevent him from isolating and mistreating her?

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Brittany's late-night ambulance ride in February spurred anxious thoughts about the source of her intense stomach pain. Despite medical tests and scans, doctors couldn't pinpoint the cause of her relentless nausea and vomiting, prompting concerns of a recurrence of her severe pancreatitis, a condition that once left her hospitalized and on life support.
Amidst the uncertainty, she stumbled upon a pamphlet detailing cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), a lesser-known ailment marked by bout of severe vomiting. Could her regular, legal cannabis consumption in Toronto be the culprit behind her gastric distress?
Confirmation for a doctor shattered Brittany's space, attributing her years of cannabis use to CHS. Emotions swirled within her - upset, anger, and a profound sense of isolation. She felt as though she had inflicted irreparable damage on her body.
In her words, "I basically spent that week laying in the bed and just sipping slowly on water or my Pedialyte, trying to get as much electrolytes and nutrition as I could". Fearful of potential stigma from future employers, she chose to be identified only by her first name.
Doctors acknowledge CHS as rare but potentially growing in frequency. Its sole surefire treatment? Abstinence from cannabis. Yet, even as cannabis gain cultural acceptance and legal status, the narrative around its use remains nuanced and sensitive.
As policymakers contemplate marijuana's reclassification and potential legalization, medical professionals caution against its misuse, underscoring the debilitating consequences that can arise.
What is CHS, and who is susceptible to it?
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome presents as a rare reaction to cannabis use. It is characterized by severe vomiting, eating difficulties, and fleeting relief found in hot showers or baths.
As per research on CHS, it still remains unclear due to inadequate data collection by state health departments. Notably, not all cases are reported, as some individuals may not seek medical aid or disclose their cannabis use.
While the factors predisposing individuals to CHS aren't fully elucidated, frequent and prolonged marijuana use, particularly among men, appears to heighten the risk.
Why might CHS cases by escalating?
Despite its relative obscurity, CHS cases witnessed in emergency departments across North America doubled in last 5-7 years, including a potential uptick. Anecdotal evidence also suggests a raise in incidents.
Dr. Deepa Camenga notes a shift in her practice over the past two decades, with pediatric CHS cases becoming a near-daily occurrence. She attributed this surge in part to the increased accessibility of marijuana, especially through vaping.
There are other contributing factors as well including the widening legalization and societal normalization of cannabis, alongside the heightened potency of modern marijuana, laden with THC.
What do we understand about CHS?
Cannabis paradoxical ability to induce and alleviate vomiting baffles medical experts. While medical marijuana has longed served as a remedy for nausea in cancer and HIV/AIDS patients, CHS remains enigmatic in its origin and manifestation.
Diagnosis often hinges on symptoms management, with patients resorting to hot baths or showers for relief. This phenomenon hints at the brains' intricate mechanisms for regulating pain and nausea perception.
How is CHS managed?
Severe vomiting associated with CHS poses risks of dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, necessitating fluid replenishment in hospitals. Traditional antiemetics often proven ineffective, through certain medications like amitriptyline may offer relief.
However, abstinence remains the cornerstone of CHS treatment, with cessation of cannabis use typically heralding a subsidence in vomiting episodes. Though the possibility of moderated cannabis consumption lingers, scientific clarity on this remains elusive.
Moreover, physicians stress the importance of holistic patient care, addressing underlying mental health concerns alongside CHS.
What are the broader implications of cannabis use?
Cannabis's addictive potential underscores the necessity for caution, with withdrawal symptoms mirroring those of alcohol or opioids. Rates of cannabis use disorder have surged over recent decades, with associated challenges in treatment efficacy.
Furthermore, individuals with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, confront heightened risks with marijuana use, exacerbating their conditions.
Yet, amidst these cautionary tales, cannabis boasts therapeutic merits, offering relief to patients like the 72-year-old woman who relies on it for sleep.
Now as the cannabis landscape evolves, concerns mount regarding its commercialization mirroring that of tobacco and alcohol, prompting calls for vigilant regulation.
For Brittany, grappling with CHS prompted a shift in habits. Now sober, she's embraced new pursuits, delving into literature and relishing a newfound vitality. Though occasional cravings linger, she advocated unequivocally for complete cessation, recognizing healthier avenues for fulfillment.
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In episode 1668, Jack and Miles are joined by TikTok superstar and author of I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt, Madeline Pendleton, to discuss… Oh No Way... Being Into Puppy-cide Isn’t Even A Winning Quality Anymore? Trump Fined $9000 For Violating Gag Order, DEA Moving to Reclassify Marijuana, Dave & Buster’s Introduces (More) Gambling, One of the Big Powerball Winners is a Cancer Patient Who Wants to Find a “Good Doctor” and more!
footNOTES

• Kristi Noem just learned a painful lesson about trolling liberals
• MAGA Names Turn on Kristi Noem Over Dog Killing
• Kristi Noem has ‘no shot’ as Trump’s VP pick after puppy-killing controversy: sources
• Trump Fined $9000 For Violating Gag Order
• Judge in hush money trial threatens Trump with jail after holding him in contempt for violating gag order
• DEA Moving to Reclassify Marijuana
• Dave & Buster’s Introduces (More) Gambling
• Dave & Buster’s planning to let customers place wagers on arcade games using an app
• Lucra Sports Raises $10 Million Series A for Peer-to-Peer Sports Gaming Marketplace to Wager on Player Performance
• 'A Ticking Time Bomb': Gambling Addiction Is at an All-Time High (and It's About to Get Worse)
• One of the Big Powerball Winners is a Cancer Patient Who Wants to Find a “Good Doctor”
• A massive Powerball win draws attention to a little-known immigrant culture in the US
• LISTEN: Runnin' by OMA

For context: I (34F) am a huge k-pop lover and I have been for 11 years. Back in late 2019 a friend of mine told me about a local gym having a K-Pop cardio class. It’s basically Zumba but with k-pop music. Of course things had to be done online in 2020 but when we returned to the studio there were a few new faces. Most of these ladies I am now best friends with, but there was a mother and 13 year old daughter who came to the classes. Let’s call the mother Jen and the daughter Lucy. Not their actual names.
Jen would always sit and wait while Lucy danced. They both seemed very nice and I talked to them a couple of times. Eventually the classes ended but we all stayed in contact with one another.
Fast forward to late summer 2022. My favorite k-pop group ATEEZ announced a tour and tickets were going on sale. I got a text from Jen asking if I could get her and Lucy two tickets for the concert. She said that she doesn’t know how to get the tickets and she was fighting cancer at the time, so she felt too exhausted to try to get them. I understood and asked about price and where they want to be. She put me in direct contact with Lucy who said they wanted to sit with me and gave me a price limit. I wanted to be in GA with my besties and I knew GA was going to be over their price limit and I didn’t want Jen to have to stand when she’s sick. I told them that I will get them seated tickets and I will be in GA.
The day of the ticket sales I reminded them that I would get their tickets separately from my own and they can just pay me back for theirs. They said OK. I got mine and theirs with my own money. I got a call that same day from Jen saying that I can never talk to her daughter again and that I shouldn’t have gotten their tickets because she didn’t have the money to pay me back. She also thought that I was going to be sitting with them and only wanted to go if I was going to be there with them. I really only considered her an acquaintance rather than a friend. We only spoke a handful of times and I didn’t feel comfortable being with them the whole time. It was also over an hour away in Hamilton, ON (I live in the US) and they wanted to ride with me to the venue.
Jen said that she will take the tickets to sell them and then give me the money back. That’s when I realized that something might be going on. I told them that I will sell the tickets myself since I know more people who are into k-pop than she does. She kept offering to sell them herself but eventually I just stopped talking to them. I might not have gotten my money back if I gave them the tickets.
I did manage to sell the two tickets to another mother and daughter who I also met in K-pop cardio and I knew them longer. I even gave them the tickets at half price since money was tight for them.
Tomorrow is another ticket sale for an ATEEZ concert in Toronto in August. And guess who shows up again? Not to me, but to another close friend of mine from the k-pop cardio class. She knows the story of what happened to me, so she is not gonna be dragged into this.
She has asked for a few more things from me since then, like a signed album that I bought for myself. She has apologized a few times for the ticket drama but I don’t feel like I can trust her. I feel sorry for their situation and I wanted to do something for them but as an overly sensitive introverted people pleaser who never takes rejection well, I am traumatized from that event.
Am I overreacting or were my actions justified?
Also, I love you Charlotte and I am a potato who worships the potato queen!

How would I go about this? My dad was diagnosed earlier this month via a colonoscopy. We met with the surgeon and asked him these questions but stated that the test results will determine if my dad can travel or not (seeing what stage he’s in) The CT scan to the chest states he was clear and we’re just waiting on the MRI of the liver.
His surgery is scheduled on the 24th of May but we had a trip planned on the 1st. If everything is clear, what is a good company to get travel insurance? Is it necessary? (My dad seems okay for now) Would you state you have cancer? What companies usually cover it? (He’s currently with Benefits Trust right now)
Btw we’re located in Canada (Toronto)
Thanks for all the insight!