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I would appreciate it if Freepers could share their experience with and/or opinion of GoFundMe. I have a friend who has just lost his job due to a freak, sudden health condition and he will probably lose his house. He has worked for his employer for over 20 years and lost he ability to walk last year due to FND (Functional Neurological Disorder).I have never done GOFundMe before. Is there any alternative that is better? Appreciate your advice.

I am a 250-lb, 6-foot, 65 year-old Freeper from southern Ohio. I have been on 80 mg FloMax since summer and I don't like it. And it doesn't seem to work that well. I have seen that there are several different surgical options. I would appreciate anyone who could share their experience and/or advice. Thanks.

I recently attempted to apply for an Ohio historic marker on behalf of a local history group. I just received a response from the Ohio History Connection, our state historical society."As your topic does not fit the special call, you will need to wait to May 2024 to reapply. That gives you plenty of time to pull together more materials in support of your application. xxxx xxxxxxx, Historical Markers Program Ohio History Connection | 800 East 17th Avenue | Columbus, OH 43211-2497 xxxxxxxx@ohiohistory.org​ Pronouns: She/Her/HersEmbrace the present, share the past... By intentionally embracing all Ohio stories and including all genders,...

So I'm confused. Do we like Kellyanne now??

Hello tinnitus, my old friend You've come to sing to me again I hear the sound of dentists drilling Of sinks of water over-filling And the sound is ringing in my brain It will remain It is the sound of tinnitus In restless dreams, I hear the tone I know I’ll never be alone You’re always there when I wake up You say we never will break up When I lay down my head to sleep at night After I turn out the light I miss the sound of silence They say they’re searching for a cure Ten thousand doctors,...

My wife has been wanting us to join AARP for some kind of prescription or medical benefit. I don't want to because....AARP. Is this a good idea financially? Does AMAC have anything comparable? Thanks.

I am a member of a group of water and wastewater professionals who manage municipal treatment facilities in Ohio. Members represent large wastewater plants, such as Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, as well as smaller cities. Concerned members are discussing their experiences with shortages of crucial chemicals and needed to treat water and wastewater.Here is a sample email from a mid-size Ohio city: We have seen delays in shipments of Ferric Chloride in the last 2 months and have been warned that it is not going to get better any time soon. We just bid polymer for a two year contract and...

My 16 year old has learning disabilities related to a genetic condition (nf). He took part in a double blind study of NAC over the summer at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital. We don't know if he got the drug or the placebo and we don't know the dosage. But he seemed to improve noticeably when he was doing the study and I am considering getting more NAC for him. Can anyone tell me what a good dosage would be? And what is a good source to buy from?Also I just saw a comment on FR that NAC was good to tinnitus....

I recently started a new job working for a Department of Energy Contractor. Every morning when I check my email, I get to read words of wisdom from our lovely Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm. Here is what we were treated with this morning. Obamination is back in high gear. Apparently, International Transgender Day of Visibility is April Fool's Day. From: DOECAST Sent: Wednesday, March 31, 2021 4:01 PM Subject: Always in Your Corner: International Transgender Day of Visibility During today's International Transgender Day of Visibility, as the Secretary of Energy I celebrate the courage of our transgender and gender...

I received this letter from my friend (actually, my best man in the 1980s) on election day and I have not yet responded. It's probably a wasted effort, but if anyone has any words of wisdom I can impart to the guy, feel free to comment. Thanks."My depression has everything to do with the damage that has been done to this country in the last 4 years. I’ve been driven from the Republican party because of what it has become and the principles it has abandoned. I now have no choice except country over party. I wish it had not...

Beatty and Proud Boys knifed by BLM attackers.

I normally wouldn't recommend Savage, but I do today. Very interesting. Talking about San Francisco corruption now being exposed by Justice Dept.

I just saw video of Nancy Pelosi talking about the USMCA on Fox and Friends. She had a little square bandaid on the right side of her nose that looked like it was ready to fall off. How could a supposedly smart politician go on tv like that? Just when you think she couldn’t look more demented...

Apparently a "friend" sent my email address to Bernie Sanders. Thanks a lot, "friend." --------------------------------------------- BERNIE 2020 You're receiving this email because you signed up as part of Bernie's campaign for president in 2016. Unsubscribe today if you do not want to receive emails from Bernie 2020. Sisters, Brothers, and Friends - Climate change is an existential threat to humanity. Today, I introduced with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez a resolution in Congress declaring climate change to be a national emergency. I am writing to ask for your support for this idea. This is how our resolution starts: There is a climate...

What do you all think? Are these men's health clinics helpful or are they a racket?I have a friend who wants to know.

Forest fire, n. (In California) Mother Nature’s way of rewarding tree worshipers for their devotion. National Public Radio, n. Deep-state-run media. Recount, v. An attempt by the Florida Democrat Party to steal a federal election. Republican’t, n. GOP establishment. Additions welcome.

Can someone tell Hannity to quit talking so much and quit cutting off his guests like a blathering idiot?

Democrats are worried about Donald Trump. They should really be worried about these folks: Alfonzo RachelDiamond and SilkC J PearsonCrystal Wright Thaddeus Dione AlexanderTerrence Williams Darnel Anderson Henry Davis Josephine Kevin Jackson ET Williams Peggy HubbardJames T HarrisWhoever this guy is. If they think this is not just the tip of the iceberg, they’re kidding themselves.

My son just got a job that requires him to drive A LOT. He just messaged me, asking for a list of good conservative podcasts. (I must have done SOMETHING right.) Anyway I'm not a podcast person so I don't know who to suggest. Any recommendations?

Hey guys. I'm 58 and have had tinnitus for about 30 years now. It has always been just an annoyance. But this year the volume has increased A LOT. It's like a very loud dentist's drill in both ears. I have heard that tinnitus can make you suicidal. I always scoffed at that but I'm starting to see why it would be attractive to some people.I have a few questions and would appreciate any feedback.1. I know there is not cure but do any of you know of anything that can reduce the volume?2. Do cochlear implants help tinnitus? 3....