I have a headache. This happens every few days now. In the past two months, I've had headaches, back pain, and sinus blockage, and you want to know what I did about it?Nothing. That's right, nothing.
Why? Because if I did go to the doctor, this is all that would've happened:
Me: "Doc, I've been having these headaches and sudden back pain that makes it hard to walk sometimes. Sometimes I'm so tired, I can't even read something six inches from my--"
Doctor: "Sorry, but medicine isn't good for the baby, so ..."
Me: "You can't do anything for me."
Doctor: "Right. And, uh--"
Me: "Don't forget to pay my co-payment at the desk?"
Doctor: "Right."
So, you see, I can save myself a copayment by just sitting at home and whining. Life without Tylenol and Clariton-D is, of course, annoying, but here's a free tip from Grandma Dowdel: make your lips tremble, wrinkle your brow, let your eyes tear up (poke them if you need help), and whimper, "My head hurts, Tim. Will you rub my neck and back? Thanks ... and don't forget the feet." I don't know if saying "Tim" will get you help or not, but it's always worked for Grandma.
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