Tazorac Cream - Anyone Ever Use This?

[Canadian Karen]

Just got home (Rhiannon's soccer, followed immediately by Eileen's baseball), just now got a chance to get in here and wish you guys well and have a great time!!!!! Take lots of pictures, I DEMAND LOTS OF PICTURES!!!!!

Hugs and luv yas,

Karen

[queenofhearts]

Bon voyage to Arnetta & Lynne!

How are you doing, Susan? Not here because painting I hope?

[evie]

Bon voyage to Arnetta & Lynne!

How are you doing, Susan? Not here because painting I hope?

Ditto to 'good trip for Armetta and Lynne'!! I am sure they will have a good trip, always good to go on vacation somewhere!!

Hope you are doing better today Susan, if not just make the best of it and don't beat yourself up too much

for not being the way you want to be. It will come. Not expecting much from myself today with an unusually DIZZY head. Don't know where this came from but we are all different after we go gluten free. Not expecting to accomplish much today even if I should be busy. Have a good day all!! evie PS .. I like the new 'cat' on the board, cute!!

[DingoGirl]

Nope Leah....no painting...here's what happened.....

I found myself in a three-day funk and in that case it is best to stay away from methods of communication....and no painting yesterday. BUT...my neighbor had about half a ton of leftover pea gravel, which her nephew and I carted and shovelled into my side/back yard, where those lovely trash cans are - it was a hideous sight. SO much better now. This entailed digging up much grass to replant onto the parts where those naughty dingos have RUINED the grass. Did some more planting, mowed the lawns, and cut edges BY HAND (don't know how to use a weed-whacker), transplanted some grass (not sure if this was a good idea in 102 weather, we'll see). It was a productive day but I didn't have the stamina to paint again...ugh.....BUT some more good news....I was talking to a male friend last night, and he has volunteered his whole men's Bible Study to come rip out my carpet! I won't get too excited until I see carpet hooks in hand and those rolls being carried off.

Today - an interview at a personnel agency for a part-time job with a very decent schedule. I don't know anything else about the job, she was not so nice over the phone, but, if the words "excel spreadsheets" or "bookkeeping" or "accounts payable/receivable" - anything having anything to do with numbers - come out of her mouth, she will simply see an empty chair and a cloud of dust in my wake.

Hi Evie! Sorry about the dizzy head....you just rest and take it easy today.

Indeed, Bon Voyage Lynne and Armetta!

hope you all are well - - where is Cissie? do I need to send the dingos? they are bored and would love the chalenge....

see you!

[queenofhearts]

Nope Leah....no painting...here's what happened.....

I found myself in a three-day funk and in that case it is best to stay away from methods of communication....and no painting yesterday. BUT...my neighbor had about half a ton of leftover pea gravel, which her nephew and I carted and shovelled into my side/back yard, where those lovely trash cans are - it was a hideous sight. SO much better now. This entailed digging up much grass to replant onto the parts where those naughty dingos have RUINED the grass. Did some more planting, mowed the lawns, and cut edges BY HAND (don't know how to use a weed-whacker), transplanted some grass (not sure if this was a good idea in 102 weather, we'll see). It was a productive day but I didn't have the stamina to paint again...ugh.....BUT some more good news....I was talking to a male friend last night, and he has volunteered his whole men's Bible Study to come rip out my carpet! I won't get too excited until I see carpet hooks in hand and those rolls being carried off.

Today - an interview at a personnel agency for a part-time job with a very decent schedule. I don't know anything else about the job, she was not so nice over the phone, but, if the words "excel spreadsheets" or "bookkeeping" or "accounts payable/receivable" - anything having anything to do with numbers - come out of her mouth, she will simply see an empty chair and a cloud of dust in my wake.

Hi Evie! Sorry about the dizzy head....you just rest and take it easy today.

Indeed, Bon Voyage Lynne and Armetta!

hope you all are well - - where is Cissie? do I need to send the dingos? they are bored and would love the chalenge....

see you!

Yardwork is therapeutic too! Especially the kind that wears you out. Nothing gets rid of angst for me better than digging out our clay soil with a mattock! When my kids get into trouble, the yard gets a new bed... I hope they behave themselves for a while now-- I do want SOME lawn...

[Matilda]

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[Guest Robbin]

Hey Matilda, Welcome to Tazorac Land, lol. Nice to see another kitty too! Penguin -that avatar is a good combination. A skunk tail would look cute on there too.

I just read a very interesting article in Redbook (Sept. 06-current issue) on hormones. One thing that stuck out for me was the section on IBS -I didn't know that 95% of serotonin we produce in our bodies is made in the intestines!! This really explains why so many of us have problems with depression AND to complicate things even more, estrogen can cause irritable bowel flare-ups, so it is reasonable to assume that any bowel problem will cause chaos in our hormones/chemical balance. This is even more reason to "fight the good fight" for our health, ladies.

Susan & Leah, yes, I understand the creativity vs. depression "syndrome" -I can't seem to get started on a creative project when I am really depressed-if I do press on and write or sketch or whatever, though it sometimes comes out as a really wonderful piece and it is through the whole process that I can sometimes get out of the pit. And it IS a pit and very hard to drag out of - thank you all for being here-when I check in here, I get a smile and a sense of community that is hard out in the world with everyone so busy doing their own thing. Susan, you are not alone and don't think about the future or the past too much-focus on each moment-I am trying really hard to do that-(plus, pulling weeds, digging flower beds, & cleaning till exhausted helps, as you found with your yard work, doesn't it give a great sense of accomplishment?!) You should be proud of how far you have come and NEVER ashamed about medication. If you need it, take it. You would take your insulin shots if you were diabetic, right? I think of you all and you are in my prayers-

Armetta & Lynne-Having a blast, I hope and winning some $$.

Celia-so glad you "resurrected" this thread, lol. You are a sunshine girl

Evie--Do you watch "Simply Quilts" with Alex Anderson on HGTV?!! It is one of my favorite morning routine shows. I do not quilt as yet, but I have quilting books and am planning on trying it one of these days. I need to get one of those large magnifier glasses on a stand I saw a woman using on needlework -looks like just the ticket. I gained some far vision-but lost my near vision, so now I use a small magnifing glass for crafts and bifocals which I wear on my chain, or on the top of my head which I forget a lot that they are up there and search the house, lol

CISSIE WHERE ARE YOU ??? I picture eighteen little grandchildren and cissie making mud pies or painting their faces We miss you, girlfriend

Take care All !!! love & joy

[Rikki Tikki]

Hello everyone. How did your job interview go Susan?

[rinne]

Hello everyone.

I've never tried Tazorac but lately I have been using coconut butter and feel like my skin is looking a little better. Does anyone else use it?

I've had more energy lately, thanks to the Salt/Vitamin C treatment and still have my house torn up with projects. I am going to try to take photos of the floors in stages so the process is obvious and I will post them. The one floor actually fooled a friend, he thought they were real wood. I was going to paint today but it is raining, not the best day for paint to dry so I think I will put it off. Perhaps I will get it together to post some scientificness on the OMG thread.

Ever since my computer started acting up, maybe Windows 2000 is just too old , and Rachelville split into three subdivisions I have felt a little lost here. I can't keep up.

[CarlaB]

I use coconut oil, is that the same thing? I love it. Morgan does, too. She asked if it was bad to use because she felt like she was addicted to it.

What is the salt/vitamin C treatment for? I sure could use some more energy.

[rinne]

Carla, I've been using the Spectrum organic coconut oil, did I say butter?

The Salt/Vitamin C treatment is being used by people with Lyme disease. Just google Salt/C and lots of information comes up. After reading about it, it just made sense to me that the lack of good salt in out diets has changed us in a way that makes us vulnerable to bacterial infections. I am taking only 1/4 teaspoon of Real Salt (brand name) and Vitamin C powder mixed in a large glass of water twice a day. I don't use the standard Iodized table salt at all. It has given me more energy but I think it is also producing herxes which could mean that I have some kind of bacterial infection that it is killing off. The herxes are healing crisis. I'll try and get it together to post something on the OMG thread that is scientific but it may take me a bit to organize my thoughts. I am also interested to see if there are other changes.

How are you doing Julie? Cecile? Susan? Patti? Morgan? Rachel? Evie? Andrea? Karen? Cissie? Leah? And I know I am forgetting....

[AndreaB]

Hi Rinne!

I'm doing good. Just getting ready to head out the door to pick up hubby's paycheck. He won't be home in time to get it.

I wanted to say "hi" though.

[queenofhearts]

Hi, I'm just a drive-by too, off to the gym! I'm riding high because I think I've finally talked my sister into being tested! I'm 90% sure she's Celiac, & will find so much relief gluten-free...

Might check in later if I get home before my dh...

Leah

[Camille'sBigSister]

Hey Matilda, Welcome to Tazorac Land, lol. Nice to see another kitty too! Penguin -that avatar is a good combination. A skunk tail would look cute on there too.

I just read a very interesting article in Redbook (Sept. 06-current issue) on hormones. One thing that stuck out for me was the section on IBS -I didn't know that 95% of serotonin we produce in our bodies is made in the intestines!! This really explains why so many of us have problems with depression AND to complicate things even more, estrogen can cause irritable bowel flare-ups, so it is reasonable to assume that any bowel problem will cause chaos in our hormones/chemical balance. This is even more reason to "fight the good fight" for our health, ladies.

Susan & Leah, yes, I understand the creativity vs. depression "syndrome" -I can't seem to get started on a creative project when I am really depressed-if I do press on and write or sketch or whatever, though it sometimes comes out as a really wonderful piece and it is through the whole process that I can sometimes get out of the pit. And it IS a pit and very hard to drag out of - thank you all for being here-when I check in here, I get a smile and a sense of community that is hard out in the world with everyone so busy doing their own thing. Susan, you are not alone and don't think about the future or the past too much-focus on each moment-I am trying really hard to do that-(plus, pulling weeds, digging flower beds, & cleaning till exhausted helps, as you found with your yard work, doesn't it give a great sense of accomplishment?!) You should be proud of how far you have come and NEVER ashamed about medication. If you need it, take it. You would take your insulin shots if you were diabetic, right? I think of you all and you are in my prayers-

Armetta & Lynne-Having a blast, I hope and winning some $$.

Celia-so glad you "resurrected" this thread, lol. You are a sunshine girl

Evie--Do you watch "Simply Quilts" with Alex Anderson on HGTV?!! It is one of my favorite morning routine shows. I do not quilt as yet, but I have quilting books and am planning on trying it one of these days. I need to get one of those large magnifier glasses on a stand I saw a woman using on needlework -looks like just the ticket. I gained some far vision-but lost my near vision, so now I use a small magnifing glass for crafts and bifocals which I wear on my chain, or on the top of my head which I forget a lot that they are up there and search the house, lol

CISSIE WHERE ARE YOU ??? I picture eighteen little grandchildren and cissie making mud pies or painting their faces We miss you, girlfriend

Take care All !!! love & joy

HERE I AM, ROBBIN! I've been dealing with stuff not connected to gluten. One thing is that I think I have pernicious anemia. Over the last three or four years I've gradually lost my energy, motivation, etc., and I sleep way too much! Then another problem cropped up that really scared me; sometimes my throat closes up and I can't swallow! Most of the time it happens when I take a calcium tablet - or try to - and I must take calcium! A few days ago a light bulb clicked on in my tired brain: Hey! My sister A. had the same symptoms, plus neurological problems, and discovered she has PA. She'll be getting B-12 shots the rest of her life. (My family is chock-full of auto-immune diseases!) I talked to Cecile about all this, and she thinks I could very well be right about the PA, so I have a doctor's appointment Tuesday to get tested.

Another problem I'm dealing with is GERD. I was taking Zantac twice a day, but stopped a couple of weeks ago as a test to see if I really need it. Evidently I DO, because the severe chest pain came back. Sometimes I do the dumbest things!!! Sometimes? Hah!

Then, on top of everything else, my dumb computer started freezing up on me! I spent half the day (yesterday) trying to fix it, but it would have helped if I'd known what I was doing! Late last night, Dumb Dodo The Computer started behaving herself, but alas and alack! She's back to her old tricks today. Guess I'll have to call on my cousin for help. He's the one who insisted that I buy a Mac in the first place. It's all his fault!

Has your eye surgeon done anything different for your eyes recently? I'm still worrying about your eyesight! My new lenses (from cataract surgery) totally corrected my astigmatism and far vision, but I still have to use strong reading glasses. It has to do with age and the inevitable rigidity of a muscle. I got some cute reading specs, that I wear halfway down on my nose. The wonderful thing about wearing them is that they hide the bags under my eyes!!! I love it!!!

I wonder if Redbook has a website that would allow me to read the article you were talking about. I remember that, waaay back in the omg thread, Cecile posted some good information about hormones, but I'm not going to try to find it! Something about why women can't drink as much as men. Some people pooh-poohed something she had said (?), so she posted the scientific stuff about hormones and drinking. Maybe she'll read this, and then post the website. Cecile, are you there?

Amen on your medication comment, Robbin!!! If you need it, take it!!!

Gotta run an errand, so must close.

Love, hugs, and prayers to all!

Cissie

Ooops! I just noticed Cecile's comment about hormones. That's what I get for premature posting!

[queenofhearts]

Oh God, I just got a call from a friend telling me that a dear friend is dying... she's been battling breast cancer for several years but it has suddenly spread to her lungs and kidneys... the doctor is saying she may not live through this week. I'm just heartbroken... this is a wonderful, wonderful woman, so smart & kind & creative & funny... her poor daughter just started college this week... I just don't know what to do... not sure if she can even have visitors; my friend (her best friend of 30 years) is there now at least... she's checking. But I am feeling so helpless and sad & angry... I just don't understand...

[CarlaB]

Oh, that's awful! I'm sorry, I'll say a prayer for her and her family!

[jerseyangel]

Oh God, I just got a call from a friend telling me that a dear friend is dying... she's been battling breast cancer for several years but it has suddenly spread to her lungs and kidneys... the doctor is saying she may not live through this week. I'm just heartbroken... this is a wonderful, wonderful woman, so smart & kind & creative & funny... her poor daughter just started college this week... I just don't know what to do... not sure if she can even have visitors; my friend (her best friend of 30 years) is there now at least... she's checking. But I am feeling so helpless and sad & angry... I just don't understand...

Leah,

I'm so sorry. This is such sad news.

I will keep your friend in my prayers--and you, too

[Rikki Tikki]

Leah:

I am so very sorry. Having lost many family and friends I know nothing I could say will make any of this any easier for you. Just know I am truly sorry and that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Hold onto the good memories you have. You are always such a bright light on this site, I wanted you to know that as I am sure you have been a bright light in your friends world.

XOXO

[AndreaB]

Leah,

I'm so sorry about your friend.

I know nothing I say can heal the hurt you are going through. HUGS

[Fiddle-Faddle]

{{{HUGS}}}

[DingoGirl]

Leah...our Queen of Hearts....so sad about your friend. Getting older kind of sucks, doesn't it, in that we lose our long-beloved people.....sending prayers and hugs your way. Wish I could show up with meringues and tea.

Good to see everyone and good to see YOU, cissie. Been worried about you and so glad you've talked to Cecile about your issues - - that is what immediatley popped into my mind as I read of your swallowing troubles.

Am still in a funk so not posting much....have been in seclusion......I"ll get through it. Going to back in and watch the wonderful double-disc DVD of Pride and Prejudice - the one with Colin Firth from a few years ago. Divine.

love to all......

BTW I put coconut oil on my hair and it was disastrous....could not leave the house. And hardly used any. What else can I use this for, besides skin? and will it make me break out? I use Jojoba oil on my face usually as it is healing adn cleansing.....but hey can I cook with the cocunut oil, put it in smoothies, anythying else?

xoxo

[queenofhearts]

Sorry I was away for awhile... Thank you all for your comforting words... & for being here...

[AndreaB]

BTW I put coconut oil on my hair and it was disastrous....could not leave the house. And hardly used any. What else can I use this for, besides skin? and will it make me break out? I use Jojoba oil on my face usually as it is healing adn cleansing.....but hey can I cook with the cocunut oil, put it in smoothies, anythying else?

xoxo

You can you it to replace butter in all recipes if it is refined. If it is unrefined, then only in recipes that you don't mind the coconut flavor in. I used refined with carob powder, mix it up add a touch of sugar and milk, some coconut (shredded) and some sliced almonds for you own smooth homemade type almond joy.

[evie]

So sorry about your friend Queen, not much more I can say. am sending my prayers for you and your friend and her family. Take care. evie

[Judyin Philly]

"Simply Quilts" with Alex Anderson on HGTV?!! It is one of my favorite morning routine shows. I do not quilt as yet, but I have quilting books and am planning on trying it one of these days. I need to get one of those large magnifier glasses on a stand I saw a woman using on needlework -looks like just the ticket. I gained some far vision-but lost my near vision, so now I use a small magnifing glass for crafts

Robbin..love this show..made several quilts and loved it but now have problems like you with close up work for crafts.

Judy

Am still in a funk so not posting much....have been in seclusion......I"ll get through it. Going to back in and watch the wonderful double-disc DVD of Pride and Prejudice - the one with Colin Firth from a few years ago. Divine.

Susan, sorry your still down. Hugs and love to you, honey. A friend just sent me this dvd..she's wanting me to see it NOW!, Is it really that good. Hope you enjoy your 'video excape'

hugs Judy

Leah, so very sorry about your friend. It's just awful to feel helpless to help her..my prayers are with you.

Judy In Philly