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Tony the Tigger

Tony the Tigger

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Well, it wasn’t so bad. Got called in about 6:20 and was out by 6:50 (too early to stop at the Publix next door, so I’m home.)

Had to sign for three “estimated” charges, though: $105, $36, and $15. When I asked why (it’s the “included” annual check-up) they said it would have been over $1K without insurance. Yes, I know that, but it’s supposed to be no charge. I’ll have to check with the inefficient PCP as to how they billed it.
 
MinnieM123

MinnieM123

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Tony the Tigger said:
Well, it wasn’t so bad. Got called in about 6:20 and was out by 6:50 (too early to stop at the Publix next door, so I’m home.)

Had to sign for three “estimated” charges, though: $105, $36, and $15. When I asked why (it’s the “included” annual check-up) they said it would have been over $1K without insurance. Yes, I know that, but it’s supposed to be no charge. I’ll have to check with the inefficient PCP as to how they billed it.
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Well, if misery loves company, here it is. Last month, I had a (one-time only) prescription for $160, because I hadn't met my 2019 prescription deductible (I hadn't had any prescriptions). So I wasn't too pleased about the cost and timing of that, on top of budgeting for Christmas gifts, etc. :cautious:

Comparatively speaking, however, when Jack went to the vet last week for his yearly check-up, meds, etc., that bill came over $568!! I thought there must be a reason why the bill was so high -- perhaps vets do a far more thorough exam and tests for dogs, than regular doctors do for people? 🤔 Should we all dump our PCP and just go to the vet for our own medical needs? :p
 
21stamps

21stamps

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MySmallWorldof4 said:
So no travel issues yesterday. My driveway was worse than the highways. It was all iced over. Dd’s team got first, but again they were the only team in their division. It wasn’t a perfect routine though cause one girl came down in a stunt so they got a deduction. But they still scored over a 96, which was their highest score of the season. But oh my gosh, such high drama at the gym. I found out yesterday. The gym dd goes to is just not for cheer, but it also is a gymnastics gym, and they have regular classes for kids who just want to take gymnastics classes, and ninja type classes. Apparently some coaches were not happy that they had to share floor space with some of the other programs, and they have been comparing out our gym does with what other “just cheer” gyms do. Our program director is fantastic and has the kids as priority one. She also doesn’t like all the glitzy make-up and stuff other gyms have their kids put on, and also no crazy hair, and no crop top uniforms either. She wants the girls to be considered athletes and not beauty pageant kids. So, 3 coaches went behind everyone’s back and got together with a big cheer gym franchise and are going to be opening one of those in our area fir the next season. The horrible part is they have been recruiting kids in the current program, and they will be leaving. To be honest, those families are all the ones in this clique that I cannot stand. I say good riddance to them. Two of the coaches were in the dark as were most of us parents. The only way the gym owner found out is that these mutinous coaches asked the wrong parent about joining their new program. She contacted one of my friends, and this friend contacted the gym owner. The friend I drive with to and from competitions works their front office so she told me everything in confidence. They have some coaches in the wings and I think they are trying to get their ducks in a row before they have a parent meeting. If they get coaches to cover the rest of the season, they will let these coaches go. After they have a parent meeting they will give the parents leaving a 24 hour notice to have their decision as to whether they will cone back next year. I said they should have early tryouts this year, so they can see how many kids they would potentially have for next year. These coaches and parents think the program at dd’s gym will fold because they will be leaving. A new parent who joined her daughter this year, told us she was told that there would be no program next year. So apparently this has been in the works for awhile. Oh, and there is one other cheer gym in our area. Their owner has no idea, maybe she does now though, that some of her coaches are in on it and will be leaving that program and taking some families. That one is a small gym and it just has a team, so that is a potential problem for her. I told my friend they should have new coaches sign non-competes. Can’t trust anybody nowadays. Yeesh, this was a long post. Sorry, just needed to get this off my cheat.
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This is really sad and frustrating, sorry that you’re dealing with it. :(

Do the other sports conflict with dance training at all? As in, sharing space/equipment at the same time?

If not, it sounds like there would be plenty of time to have dance training and gymnastics training in the same gym.

Are you or your daughter fond of the coaches who are leaving? Obviously, this question is about prior to this event. It’s not a good look to go against a gym owner without discussing first, especially if the only complaint is what you’ve mentioned!

I really like the philosophy you described. Especially for young girls. They are athletes, but so often get put in a different light due to all of the makeup etc. Hopefully more instructors adopt this outlook.

ETA- Do you think there could be more to the story? Unhappy with pay, freedom in routines, etc? That’s a big decision for coaches to take that kind of leap, sounds like they’re going about it the wrong way, though.

Is your daughter aware of what’s going on?
 
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21stamps

21stamps

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Gabe1 said:
Blurg! Parents are crazy. My kids were swimmers and the same thing...one of clients actually was trying to suck me into a new swimming team despite both of my kids working back then for the park district, like that would have gone over well for them. Don't care what sport, band etc there are crazy overly involved parents unlike the ones that just volunteer their time to actually help.

Non-competes while legal in some state are incredibly hard to enforce in situations like these. Is their team/parents going to hire a lawyer and drag it out in court?? Given the hourly rate of attorneys and court time is someone will to financially back this avenue and willing to wait out the continued hearings and humongous next court date is....
Powerful firms and professionals have a hard time with non-compete rules and right to work, I wonder how many parents are in it for the long haul or the gyms financial ability to sustain long process in court.

Just thinking out loud, I understand from personal experience the aggravation of children in activities when parents go sideways.
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Unless I’m missing some of the info, I don’t think that coaches and parents would be one in the same in this scenario. I think these are paid trainers, not volunteer coaches.
Could be wrong though.
 
Tony the Tigger

Tony the Tigger

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MinnieM123 said:
Well, if misery loves company, here it is. Last month, I had a (one-time only) prescription for $160, because I hadn't met my 2019 prescription deductible (I hadn't had any prescriptions). So I wasn't too pleased about the cost and timing of that, on top of budgeting for Christmas gifts, etc. :cautious:

Comparatively speaking, however, when Jack went to the vet last week for his yearly check-up, meds, etc., that bill came over $568!! I thought there must be a reason why the bill was so high -- perhaps vets do a far more thorough exam and tests for dogs, than regular doctors do for people? 🤔 Should we all dump our PCP and just go to the vet for our own medical needs? :p
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Suddenly, I’ve been hearing everyone talking about getting their dogs’ teeth cleaned, and it costing anywhere from $300 to $600.

I don’t get it.
 
StarWarsGirl

StarWarsGirl

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Tony the Tigger said:
Well, my laptop has been off for more than 3 days.

By midweek of the staycation, I really took to not doing any work!

I took it easy on Sunday & Monday, too (effectively extending the staycation 🤣)

An I’m reclaiming my mandatory Tuesdays off and Sundays mostly off going forward (except today.)

Today I’m at quest for my annual bloodwork. Now, if I recall, last time I did this, I was posting here and my arrival time strategy paid off. (Get here before opening, I was 2nd in line.)

This time, I arrived at 5:45AM and didn’t see anyone standing outside. I sat in my car with the heat on for a few minutes until another car pulled up. I started to walk towards the door and realized there were people already inside! What the heck? Twelve people, all checked in and waiting. I almost turned around and walked out. I’m giving them until close to 6:30 before I do.

Current mood: annoyed and sleepy.
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Take it from someone who has to get bloodwork done about every other month: the key to not having to wait is appointments about a week in advance. I've never had to wait more than 15 minutes.

Also, though they tell you not to eat or drink, drink an entire bottle of water before you go. It won't mess with your results if it's plain water, and if you're at all dehydrated and get a bad phlebotomist, they'll have trouble finding a vein and it will not be pleasant.
 
Figgy1

Figgy1

Premium Member
Tony the Tigger said:
Well, my laptop has been off for more than 3 days.

By midweek of the staycation, I really took to not doing any work!

I took it easy on Sunday & Monday, too (effectively extending the staycation 🤣)

An I’m reclaiming my mandatory Tuesdays off and Sundays mostly off going forward (except today.)

Today I’m at quest for my annual bloodwork. Now, if I recall, last time I did this, I was posting here and my arrival time strategy paid off. (Get here before opening, I was 2nd in line.)

This time, I arrived at 5:45AM and didn’t see anyone standing outside. I sat in my car with the heat on for a few minutes until another car pulled up. I started to walk towards the door and realized there were people already inside! What the heck? Twelve people, all checked in and waiting. I almost turned around and walked out. I’m giving them until close to 6:30 before I do.

Current mood: annoyed and sleepy.
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{{HUGS}}
 
93boomer

93boomer

Premium Member
Back on guys!! I missed you! :joyfull: I cannot be without my wifi for very long. No Sirius, no IG, no emails, no disney blog, etc. I need it to survive. lol At least we could get PBS on our antenna to watch last night.
It is now our highest temp in two days--32. Tonight down to 17 :arghh: At least the sun has been out for both days. We are supposed to have mixed precipitation this weekend. Ugh!
 
Gabe1

Gabe1

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MySmallWorldof4

MySmallWorldof4

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Gabe1 said:
Blurg! Parents are crazy. My kids were swimmers and the same thing...one of clients actually was trying to suck me into a new swimming team despite both of my kids working back then for the park district, like that would have gone over well for them. Don't care what sport, band etc there are crazy overly involved parents unlike the ones that just volunteer their time to actually help.

Non-competes while legal in some state are incredibly hard to enforce in situations like these. Is their team/parents going to hire a lawyer and drag it out in court?? Given the hourly rate of attorneys and court time is someone will to financially back this avenue and willing to wait out the continued hearings and humongous next court date is....
Powerful firms and professionals have a hard time with non-compete rules and right to work, I wonder how many parents are in it for the long haul or the gyms financial ability to sustain long process in court.

Just thinking out loud, I understand from personal experience the aggravation of children in activities when parents go sideways.
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There will not be a lawsuit. The gym owner didn’t have a non-compete. They were not contracted, just employees. It is just sad when coaches got their names dragged through the mud due to overzealous parents.
 
MySmallWorldof4

MySmallWorldof4

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Tony the Tigger said:
Well, it wasn’t so bad. Got called in about 6:20 and was out by 6:50 (too early to stop at the Publix next door, so I’m home.)

Had to sign for three “estimated” charges, though: $105, $36, and $15. When I asked why (it’s the “included” annual check-up) they said it would have been over $1K without insurance. Yes, I know that, but it’s supposed to be no charge. I’ll have to check with the inefficient PCP as to how they billed it.
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Deductible maybe?
 

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