"Medical Bills" (June 8th, 2024)
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@cmeonn
@cmeonn 2 ай бұрын
Glad you’re feeling better
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 3 ай бұрын
Great job and you should consider being a barber on the side😂
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 3 ай бұрын
I can barely cut my own hair. Lol. Thank you!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 3 ай бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle 😂🤣
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 3 ай бұрын
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 4 ай бұрын
Chicago looks very nice. Glad you had a good and safe trip
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! I had a great time there.
@Solteratube
@Solteratube 4 ай бұрын
16th year of Lupus. Long, strange trip, no? Worked at my office until 2yrs ago when turning 62 allowed for SSI. You're a new friend outside the workplace, LL, and that rocks. Happy ~ Lately Undertaking a Path to the Unstable Stoic ~ (aka May). New acronyms weekly. Yours with Invisible Disability, Soltera PS. Your story brought several sympathetic smiles! Going back where I found you now, to "R.I.P.D.",
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 4 ай бұрын
Haha! Hello new friend! You've lived it with it a lot longer than me and I see what strength it takes. I'm trying to get to the point where I can work from home. It's gonna take some time to get there but feels like the best chance to prolong my career and just survive. I'm pretty boring but grateful that you've watched. Have a good evening. Think it's time for me to re-watch R.I.P.D.!
@DonaldThomasMD
@DonaldThomasMD 4 ай бұрын
Ray: I just stumbled on your video. Thanks for giving a shout out to my book, and I hope it helps many lupus patients. I hope you are doing well, and kudos for educating the lupus community
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Dr. Thomas! Just had my 5 year lupus anniversary. I hadn't missed a dose of my meds and fortunately hadn't had any major flares. Thank you for your wealth of knowledge and your efforts to help us with lupus and chronic illnesses!
@DonaldThomasMD
@DonaldThomasMD 4 ай бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle I wish all lupus patients took your advice; not taking meds is the number one cause of flares and poor disease control... thanks for being a true good example, and congrats on doing so well!
@kyledavis5646
@kyledavis5646 5 ай бұрын
Nice content bro! Always looking for tips
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 5 ай бұрын
Thank you, Kyle! Glad to share all the things that I'm learning. Still got a ways to go but want to show that it's too late to learn food financial habits.
@taniasitalinda
@taniasitalinda 6 ай бұрын
Happy Saturday to you
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 6 ай бұрын
Same to you!
@GloriaAnderson-o9x
@GloriaAnderson-o9x 6 ай бұрын
Enjoyed hearing you play again. Money well invested! Love mom.
@GloriaAnderson-o9x
@GloriaAnderson-o9x 7 ай бұрын
Congratulations son. So proud of you. Love mom and dad.! 💗
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 7 ай бұрын
Thank you! If it weren't for the both of you showing me how to stay focused and kicking me out of the house I wouldn't have been able to do it. Love you both!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 7 ай бұрын
Congratulations 🎉
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Mr.Westery
@Mr.Westery 7 ай бұрын
Hello friend! Just dropped a new video focusing on a real crime documentary. Spent a significant amount of time on it, curious to hear your thoughts. Take care!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 7 ай бұрын
🙏🏽
@Mr.Westery
@Mr.Westery 8 ай бұрын
Hello! How's it going? I recently shot a real crime documentary, and I'd like you to watch it. Can you share your thoughts?
@Tourworldportal
@Tourworldportal 8 ай бұрын
thank you for sharing your informative experience and knowledge👍
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 8 ай бұрын
Thank you! And thanks for watching.
@romonipendleton6795
@romonipendleton6795 8 ай бұрын
Great work!!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 8 ай бұрын
Thanks, sis!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 9 ай бұрын
Congratulations 🎉
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, cousin! Hope you're doing well 🙂
@jasanders5877
@jasanders5877 9 ай бұрын
SOZ, YOU NAME THIS AS LUPUS MOUTH SORES. BUT, YOU GAVE NO REAL INFO. JUST SAID HURTS. I SUFFER WITH THIS. I WAS EXPECTING MAYBE SOME PHOTOS 😢. A GOOD EXPLANATION OF WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE, HOW LONG THEY LAST. HOW MANY YOU HAVE 😢😮. I DON'T GET YOUR POST, IT SEEMS UNREAL. 😱😨
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 9 ай бұрын
Sorry to disappoint. I'm just dealing with lupus the best I can. Have mouth sores today and when that happens it causes me to eat soups and if necessary increase the steroids that I use. I post because I don't talk about these things and was diagnosed before the pandemic. I'm not a professional blogger. I wish you well.
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 9 ай бұрын
You’ll pass it the next time!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 9 ай бұрын
Definitely trying my best. I hope to get it this time!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo 10 ай бұрын
You're going to rock that test, Ray!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 9 ай бұрын
For some reason I hadn't been getting any notifications. Thanks for the encouragement!
@GloriaAnderson-o9x
@GloriaAnderson-o9x 10 ай бұрын
Happy birthday son!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo 10 ай бұрын
Happy Birthday, Ray! Keep on keepin' on!!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn 10 ай бұрын
Happy Birthday 🎈🎂 🎉
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo 11 ай бұрын
Isolation blues are no joke. Hope you get to feeling better, Ray.
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle 11 ай бұрын
Thanks, Brad. Taking it one moment and one day at a time.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Excellent video Ray! Keep up the great work!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on passing the test! Great to hang with you yesterday, Ray and keep up the great work!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brad! Gotta keep on working towards the goal. Looking forward to when I'm done with this and learning how to get my online business going.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle You got this, brother!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Bible study, budget, breakfast, boom!! Have a great day!!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Happy vacation, Ray! You got this !!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the day I can budget for a real vacation! Even if that means just a day trip to the beach. I've got the goal of paying off this debt so a vacation like that can wait
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle Let us know where you're going and we can meetup! :)
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Love the reboot/rebrand, Ray!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brad! I'm going to cover the things that I know. Had a really good conversation with my colleagues. It's also reminds me of the reason I started the channel. Time to get to work and put out content that will help.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle Love this new clarity!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work, Ray! $53k paid off is PHENOMENAL!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brad! It's a long journey but I'm seeing light at the end of the tunnel. Especially when I'm at the point I can accelerate my debt paydown.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Being in the The Word is a massive help. I can't wait until the day when all of these setbacks are a distant memory. Keep up the great work, Ray!
@jii8271
@jii8271 Жыл бұрын
Promo'SM 🙌
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
You're doing a great job, Ray! ESPECIALLY in light of all of the challenges you've been facing. Keep up the great work and "showing your work"!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
This was definitely a challenging month and will do everything I can to not let this be the norm or get me down. Will move on and work towards a better August!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle Go Ray go!!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
I can totally identify with being "hyper-critical" as a musician, Ray! The fact that you're "still in the game" is EXACTLY why, in the grand scheme of things, you're actually winning!! Si quieres, podemos practicar Español juntos!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
It'll be a minute before I can practice mi Español. I'm on the ground floor but doing an exercise every day. Took 4 years of French and that's helping a little bit. Definitely will take you up on your offer to practice. I'm not nearly as critical as before but always looking for areas to improve in. Thanks, Brad!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
​@@LupusLifestyle Yes, French is a latin-based language so that should GREATLY help speed up the process!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
So happy you decided, "never again" Ray! Great to see you at the workshop and looking forward to your future online business!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brad! That's the only way to go. Can't wait to start rocking and rolling with the online business. Ready to put in the work!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle With your discipline, dedication and work ethic, you're going to CRUSH it!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn Жыл бұрын
Feel better soon and I know you will do well on your exam 🙏🏽
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Feeling better. Still got some weeks before the exam so will be putting in some good study time. Thank you!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear abut your trip to urgent care, Ray. Hope all is well. Blessings on your studies!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brad! I'm like Michael Jordan in the flu game. Seem to concentrate better when sick. 2 chapters done ✔️
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
You’re so right about the cost of education, Ray. Most of what I deal with as a coach is that sad misstep of not being encouraged to sit down and look at the numbers. I know you’re disappointed, but you’re still crushing it and will reach your goal, brother! Hang in there!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brad! I hate to even speak about the cost of education but that's the reality of things now. Can't go back but wish there were more discussions about alternatives. I'm not intimidated by the debt anymore. Just hope that people in a similar situation can get a hold of their finances. Life goes by very quickly. Thanks for your guidance!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle You're going to crush this with The Lord's ongoing help. Keep it up, brother!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
I agree with everything @sharonbeeson2379 says! Debt itself is nothing to be ashamed of. Doing nothing about it is. :)
@sharonbeeson2379
@sharonbeeson2379 Жыл бұрын
Hello Ray! Please keep sharing you're story. This old lady finds you inspiring and absolutely motivating. ❤❤❤ I've had many challenges. Health and financial over the years including recent dx of UCTD. High markers of lupus and 2 other autoimmune disorders. I know the frustration of having to leave my satisfying professional career for disability and financial troubles. Please keep sharing your life and don't get down on yourself! You are very SPECIAL my friend. 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words! Pray that you get answers and peace. Vlogging has helped me talk about something that feels uncomfortable to talk about with my friends and family. It's getting easier now because of this. Cheering for you to have more good days than bad!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Adversity: "Ray Imma throw some more stuff at you..." Ray: "Go away, can't you see I'm on budget." 😂
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Lol. That's exactly it. Wish I had this focus and drive before getting sick but I'll take it! Thanks for teaching me everything I know about budgeting!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle So honored to be your guide, but it's YOU that has put in the work, brother! :)
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
I imagine the hard part was putting together the course. I just followed the plan!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that Ray. Hang in there brother. Will be praying for you.
@cmeonn
@cmeonn Жыл бұрын
Feel better soon❤…and congratulations (HOA board)!!!
@gabriellazaro9819
@gabriellazaro9819 Жыл бұрын
Woohoo! You sound fantastic :)
@cmeonn
@cmeonn Жыл бұрын
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
No need to apologize about the comments. :) We're all busy, right? Love your content and the turn of phrase in the title, Ray.
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brad! Just don't want anyone feeling as if I'm ignoring them. Definitely not intentional. Trying different topics to see what sticks with me. Talking about a subject that is now a big part of my life makes me want to improve at speaking on all aspects of it.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle Nah man. You're one of the most conscientious people I know. :) I love the direction you're going! Keep up the great work!
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
That sounds like a resounding... YES!! Nice chops!
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Haha! Thanks! It would take me a few months to build the endurance though.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle I think you're on to something. The Trumpeting Financial Coach... Just riffing...
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
About to get it trademarked and/or copyrighted. Never sure which is which. Great idea! I owe you for that.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle Riffin' is free. 🤣
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
Awesome that you have the specific debt number memorized. Keep on crushin', Ray! HOA board could be... interesting. Be careful. That can be a real hairball.
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Brad! I'd be interested in your thoughts on the HOA before or after the meeting. It's a one year appointment so not that long of a commitment.
@BradLongCo
@BradLongCo Жыл бұрын
@@LupusLifestyle I'd be happy to discuss for sure. HOA boards are notoriously filled with all manner of conflict and hostility. Long story short, proceed with caution, ask lots of questions, and keep in mind your health, already existing stress levels. Just want to make sure you're walking into it with eyes wide open because HOAs can be a real hornet's nest. :) You know I'll always shoot you straight. ;)
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate the insight. I'm definitely going to keep that in mind going into it. If need be I'll pull my name off as a nominee. We have the meeting next week so I'll get a better vibe of what it's like. Thank you for shedding light on what the HOA boards can be like!
@cmeonn
@cmeonn Жыл бұрын
Hope you get on the board 🙏🏽
@LupusLifestyle
@LupusLifestyle Жыл бұрын
Thank you! If it happens I'll be grateful. For some reason I'm not getting notifications when people post. I don't catch it all. Hope you're doing well!