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The Question: BS2: So frustrated with our families right now. They think we are absolutely crazy for being on this journey . They talk down to us and think we are not successful/not making very much money because of our lifestyle (making over 200k, living on about 60k. Renting a small place, driving Dave cars and shopping at thrift stores). I usually really don’t care AT ALL, but the way my husband’s father treats him over his Dave car and not owning a home has infuriated me. He treats him like he’s not a man and constantly belittles us. My mother in law also talks down to me, insinuating that I am not providing a good enough life for our daughter. Any advice from someone who has been there would be greatly appreciated. ⇒ ANSWER 1: My MIL handed my husband a $20 bill smiling at me after he mentioned being out of “fun money” on the budget. Some people just expect to die with payments. We are not going to be those people. ⇒ ANSWER 2: People who become rude about how other people handl...

The Question: Hello everyone, So yesterday I donated plasma for the first time.  Everything seemed to go Fine but their are a couple issues. Like when the blood is returned back into your body I had burning at the needle site also today my arm hurts and it feels a little week.   Just curious if anyone else has felt this.   Thanks. ⇒ ANSWER 1: I only donate when I absolutely need to (financially). I usually alway bruise and get a small hematoma. Worse time was when they missed my vein. Not my cup of tea, but I will continue to use it as a last resort.  I'm always nourished & hydrated, so not sure why my experiences are not the best.  Haven't dealt with a burning sensation before but my face/lips get very tingly at the end. It's unpleasant. ⇒ ANSWER 2: I always get warm and nauseous like I’m going to throw up or pass out so I can’t do it. ⇒ ANSWER 3: Former phlebotomist and I also was a trainer at my local plasma center. For some the burning is norma...