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ParticipantA friend has been going through this, and he decided to see both an endo and a dermo, so you might want to consider those options so they can run some tests and try to get to the bottom of it.
He found that stress and genetics were contributing to the problem, but he was also deficient in several vitamins and nutrients, so he is now dealing with it on several levels, which, last time we talked, seem to be helping. You also might want to check out Nioxin hair products which is what he is now using.
ParticipantTo the OP.
You may already be aware of the sdlookup.com site, but here’s the link for 92129 (I’m assuming that’s your zip code) where you can take a look at the prices of what is being offered in your area, and some closing prices.
http://www.sdlookup.com/Real_Estate-Penasquitos-Homes_For_Sale-92129
Some family members had tons of offers for homes they sold in Sunset Cliffs and LJ over the past year or so, and all areas of the county have high
demand–especially for single family homes–so I know you’ll do well with your sale.ParticipantThis particular addiction is at unprecedented levels, and across every social and economic strata. Have personally known a couple of kids my kids grew up with who are gone. Both seemed to be lost souls after college, and even with treatment, they relapsed. There were huge performance demands from the families, among other issues.
Imo, this is a very sad commentary on the state of society, when, even long after treating the physical pain, huge numbers of people are seeking out drugs to fill an emptiness within from which they feel there is no other escape.
ParticipantWe’re definitely making sure everything is passed on to our kids, but we’re still living it up in the meantime. Life is too short not to enjoy it to the max each and every day.
Also, to your point, FIH, here’s an interesting article:
ParticipantUnderstand how you feel ctr. SoCal weather can be boring, but, since we have many other more important reasons for being here like family, business interests, as well as our love for the ocean and moderate temps, it works for us.
When we yearn for seasons, we spend time with friends and family who live elsewhere, and really enjoy that also.
That’s the great thing about our country. A short trip can provide just about any climate change one might desire.
ParticipantWe were out for a run and breakfast at one of our fav beach restaurants
earlier–what a great day for your race. Hope you had fun, and congrats on all of your progress.ParticipantAs far as people’s preferences concerning where they live–I think a lot has to do with family ties. Apart from all of the obviously great reasons for living in San Diego, one of the major factors for us has been staying close to our families.
Both my wife and I are natives, with lots of family here, so that is another reason we’ll probably never leave. I can understand how people who don’t have that situation might prefer living elsewhere.
BG, as you said, it’s true that most people who have a long history in San Diego are pretty much set for life here. Those we’ve known who have had to leave were more recent arrivals.
In recent decades, San Diego has become a much more financially challenging place to live and to retire, and I think that will probably continue to be the case going forward.
ParticipantThere are lots of beautiful places to live in the world, but, regardless of where we go, we always prefer being back in San Diego–for many of reasons. Everyone prefers different things in life, and just about any climate you might choose is
available–somewhere in the world.Most of the people we know who have left San Diego have done so for financial reasons, and not because they wanted to leave. I think we’ll continue to see a lot of turnover in years to come as some realize they can’t afford to retire here, while others arrive and start the cycle all over again. It’s been that way for decades.
ParticipantSome of our kids and their friends went to Ivies, and received advanced degrees from same–others attended other universities that run the gamut.
Regardless of the “type” of school, on average, only about 20% of them have, to date, landed the jobs they want–where they want them.
So, imo, although education is important, kids need to know there are many other factors in play in life that shape their chances for success in
life–especially in this world of global competition.ParticipantAs I mentioned before, I also admire the way you’ve lived your life and raised your kids, BG. They should be proud to have you as their Mom.
Like you, we made sure our kids were clued in with regard to the economic realities of life, and, even though we did, and continue to do a lot for them, they take nothing for granted and, for the most part, have made their way in life on their own merits.
In our opinion, many of our kids peers (even college grads) from what some would call “privileged” backgrounds have “failed to launch” because they couldn’t cope with life outside of the cocoon.
They grew up with Mom and Dad telling them that life is like school–if you jump through all the hoops–you’ll get exactly what you want. When they find out this isn’t true in the real world–many cave.
Relating this to the op, I think the actual “State of the Union” may be a wake-up call for many, and, possibly, just what they need to face the realities of the future.
ParticipantBeyond the hype, I also think there is some just cause for concern among many when they see things like their kids not being able to get the jobs they want, or buy homes, and wondering if their retirement funds will last for the duration, etc., etc.
Guess we’ll all just have to wait and see how all of this plays out.
ParticipantThe point of my post was just to share information (one item for which I don’t have the source, as it was passed on to me) and to explore the possibilities of why so many in this country are unhappy about the “State of the Union.”
Things definitely seem to point to economic dissatisfaction for a large percentage of Americans, so it’s definitely a possibility.
I realize most of us Piggs are not dealing with these issues for many different reasons, but when a huge number of the populace are, and will be going forward, it’s definitely a concern for our society as a whole.
ParticipantCan’t speak to the historical side of this question, and, perhaps more are better off in some ways, but when it comes to long-term financial survival going forward (which is essential, whether we want to admit it or not) that aspect does seem questionable for many Americans, as this excerpt from an article on retirement reveals:
“More than 38 million working-age households (45 percent) do not own any retirement account assets, whether in an employer-sponsored 401(k) type plan or an IRA.
The average working household has virtually no retirement savings. When all households are included— not just households with retirement accounts—the median retirement account balance is $3,000 for all working-age households and $12,000 for near-retirement households. Two-thirds of working households age 55-64 with at least one earner have retirement savings less than one times their annual income, which is far below what they will need to maintain their standard of living in retirement.
The collective retirement savings gap among working households age 25-64 ranges from $6.8 to $14 trillion, depending on the financial measure. A large majority of households fall short of conservative retirement savings targets for their age and income based on working until age 67. Based on retirement account assets, 92 percent of working households do not meet targets. 84 percent fall short based on total financial assets, and 65 percent fall short based on net worth.”
and this:
http://www.businessinsider.com/inequality-in-the-us-is-much-more-extreme-than-you-think-2015-6
Perhaps the realization of these facts is what is fueling fear and anger among so many in our country.
Participant[quote=no_such_reality][quote=FlyerInHi]
I wonder why there are so many angry people. What exactly are they upset about?
In the aggregate, things are pretty good. I read the economist and we seem to be managing our affairs pretty well compared to be rest of the world.[/quote]
For 80% of our population their economic situation is getting more precarious, not better. Couple that with the chronic noise stream of rhetoric and their BS meter going off every time a politician opens their mouth and the anger a fascination with no filter Trump is pretty clear, IMHO.[/quote]
I agree. “Political mischief,” as one news commentator put it, aside, the stats clearly show that much of the population have serious financial problems, and I think, justifiably, that reality is what is fueling their fears.
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