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I started out with the drugstore readers fine for a few years . But then it was too difficult changing from looking at the computer and back to my paper, back and forth doing data entry . It took too long to focus . That’s when I went to progressives .
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Out of curiosity I've tried those drug store glasses but they just don't work for me. I got my first pair of glasses in 4th grade,... there must have been a eye testing blitz because a lot of other kids got theirs then too. I tried contacts but I didn't like them, and at this point in my life I think it would feel weird to not have something on my face protecting my eyes from the wind and dust!
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I broke my favorite pair of progessive glasses recently (well not *I*.. they ended up under DH's heavy foot).

I am sick of the buy these frames - but then! Add progressive lenses + anti-scratch + anti- fog = $$$$$

So I am making do with off the rack readers for now but it IS a pain putting on & off all day :(
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Evamar,

I have thought of that as well . Nice readers will still be cheaper than my progressives .
I’ve thought about asking the doctor about giving up my progressives as I’m not on a computer at work on and off all day anymore .
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Way,
I was also told I will need cataract surgery in 7 or more years.
Re: Glasses. I used those cheap readers they were always scratched, broken, foggy, lenses falling off.
Finally I got myself two pairs of nice looking ( kind of Iris Apfel style) super cool, one reg and sunglasses for reading in the sun,
$ 200 for both. Better for my eyes and cheaper than replacing them constantly,
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Alva ,
That’s where I am at too. I go every year to the eye doctor . Everything looks good too , no glaucoma , or macular issues .
I know that IF those issues or others come around the cataracts will need to come off sooner. But he says I look good !! His estimate is just that an estimate . If things change , they grow faster , it could make it wise to remove cataracts sooner .
I’m not in a rush . My vision is good . Cataracts are not thick .

Maybe you won’t ever need them done . Some grow really slow .
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Way, my doctor has given me, when I asked, estimates of how much my vision would improve or not with surgery. And said basically I am at a place where "it is up to you". He said I will know when I want them removed. And so far, I don't. So I am trusting that. Along with checkup.
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Waytomisery - That's what I wondered the last time this happened so I asked for nothing but the anti scratch coating (which I'm starting to wonder if they applied). I'm toying with the idea of getting single vision glasses for the computer and distance sunglasses glasses (I already have a pair for reading), that might actually be cheaper.
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Cwillie ,
Is there some sort of optional coating on your glasses that could be scratching easily ?
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As I understand it these days cataracts are removed when they affect your vision. I'm sure your dr knows what (s)he is doing, way.

cw - very frustrating not knowing how your glasses are being scratched.
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My cataracts are still very mild and not causing any vision issues . He says when it starts to bother my vision do them . From what I’ve read , I can wait until they bother me . Alot of people wait until they are on Medicare if they can . I’m not old enough for Medicare . My need for glasses is not due to cataracts .
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I've never understood the concept of letting cataracts get "ripe" before removing them, from everything I've read this idea is tied to an outdated methodology and I personally wouldn't feel much trust in a doctor who continues to use that term.
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If I knew I was doing something wrong I'd stop doing it, but I'm at a loss as to what could be causing it. I usually clean with a spray I bought from the optometrist or with a bit of dish soap under running water, but since I walk outside every day there are times when rain or spray from the road needs to be dealt with immediately so I'll use a tissue. But none of that should cause this, FFS there are farmers and labourers who work inside and outside in dusty environments every day and no doubt still clean their glasses with a corner of their T-shirts.
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The eye doctor said that when my slow growing cataracts get worse and “ ripe enough” to get taken care of ( he says not bad enough yet , maybe in 8-10 years ) , that I may actually be able to get away with the drugstore cheap cheaters for reading .

I hope so , it would save me from buying expensive glasses every few years .
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cw I'm sorry. That gets expensive. I've never had that problem with mine - not that I clean them as often as I should.
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Cwillie,

That stinks. I’ve worn progressive lenses for about 10 years and don’t have that problem . I don’t really need glasses for distance at all yet . But the progressives make it easier to focus quickly from mid distance tasks , say a computer screen, to more up close tasks , like reading a book , and back again , which is what I had needed at work . They are very expensive though .
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I've had a recurring problem with my eye glasses, ever since I began wearing $$$ multi focal lenses they only last a year or two before they scratch/craze to a degree that they become pretty much unusable. I've been told I'm scratching them when cleaning but I never had an issue before in the 50+ years I've been wearing glasses, and if anything I've been extra careful. There's only one local optometry office, and even though they are under new management no doubt they use the same labs. I don't know what to do.
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Even it people choose to smoke rather than buy edible products the cannabis stores here list dozens of varieties, I'll never understand why people choose the ones that smell so foul.
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So, started my job at Walmart and taking a break from teaching. Anyway, had someone come in stinking of pot and it smelled like a dead skunk ugh! Why do people use gummies or drops. I nearly puked from the smell
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Way, I have the old messages haunting as well. I hate that as I keep that box cleared out, yet now, clearing the old ones again a whole new batch is dropped in from 2022. It was suggested a few days ago that I turn off messaging and continue my clearing and that so far is working. No new ones are dropping in. I think I will just keep my messaging off.
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I sat and deleted a bunch of old messages that returned as well but they came back again. Uggh
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Have things settled down other than Alva getting all her old deleted messages back?

Geaton, Joann, Daisy are you able to post? Who have I missed? I see lea is back posting..

Way and cw, I think you are both ok.

My mother hen instincts are showing lol 🐔
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Back again. We are having a very cool summer - only 3 days above 26 C (in the 80s ) so far and lots of rain. My kind of summer.😊

Way - I hope you are back posting now,

Daisy are you OK?

Alva glad you are back posting again.

cw -don't leave us
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Air quality and smoke is really nasty today. 😠
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cwillie, I think the Berapa Cowabunga Goplunka Binggotcha crowd has pretty much got us all.

I waded through to about page 11 before I could comment and then saw that most of the comments from yesterday are mine.
It does look as though this virus may have taken down a site.

If you want REALLY REALLY REALLY SCAREY?
I recommend the new Podcast from Wondery called "Flesh and Code".
About A.I. This from the internet. When your "Bot Wife can assist you in attempt on taking the Queen's life with a crossbow (and he got into the grounds and was at the door) you know we are in trouble.
This from the internet about the Podcast. I don't do subscribed, only free, so have to wait for episodes to drop, but listened to four of them that HAVE last night with my jaw on the floor:

""Flesh and Code" is a podcast by Wondery that explores the dark side of AI love. It follows the story of Travis, who develops deep romantic feelings for an AI companion named Lily Rose. The podcast delves into themes of love, loss, and the temptations of technology, examining how AI businesses manipulate human emotions for profit. The series features hosts Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire, known for their podcast "RedHanded," and is available on various platforms, including the Wondery App and Apple Podcasts. 

Something to do when we can't get into AC because of the Baleke-Bunga crowd.
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Cwillie, well we miss you, I get it! At this point I have so many hobbies, art, reading, gardening, gotta get back to my deeper cleaning. I don't know which way to turn lately.
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I've been checking in much less often, I think I'm slowly being cured of my AgingCare addiction
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Golden ,

((((Hugs)))))
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Daisy ,
That’s on my list ! As well as Boston !
Maybe next year .

Good for you with the boundaries .
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So anyways, I'm excited got our next adventure to plan. Salam Massachusetts in the beginning of October!! 😍🥳
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