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2016 has been a year of hell. My dad passed away from lung cancer earlier this year, shortly after my dog died too. I lost my full time job and been working on side gigs this entire year. Barely getting by.
On top of all that my hearing aids broke so it made it more difficult to hear anyone and get a job.
This week alone. I got new hearing aids that help me hear a thousand times better and today I just started my first day at a new career.
I feel damn proud of myself for never giving up.
I just wanted to say that.
* Front Page update *
WOW! I woke up this morning to this post on the front page! thank you for the words of encouragement and remember that even tho 2016 sucks, it's not over! and to just keep on moving! <3 <3 <3
AlwaysCorrect
Thought this would be about the election, pleasantly surprised
MissPhoenix95
My dad was diagnosed this year with lung cancer and bone cancer. You're incredibly strong, hang in there! You're not alone!
punchedInTheJeans
Here's hoping this comment isn't buried in amongst the other shit... But good on you. I don't know you yet somehow I feel such pride :)
ConvokeMyropolist
congrats, OP.
CrapBagandSaladDressing
This is one post that brightened up my day. Thanks @OP. Never give up!
2sexxy4myshirt
I'm right here OP. If u ever need help lemme know.
JoshuasaurusWrecks
I know what is like losing someone you love (coincidentally, my father). My best wishes for you and keep holding on!
Wextersmachinegunhands
Plus the election is over!
dizuckai
That it is!
BattleBorn84
You got thru 2016, you are a fucking warrior. Never forget that
nahgofuckyourself
My dad had a heart attack a few months ago, driving to the hospital i was physically shaking. I can't imagine. Sorry for your loss @op.
magundi
Interesting contrast between your user name and your sentiments.
thegreatestupvote
Here's to 2017.
YAMAHAMMER
I'm proud of you too. It's not over yet. Keep on keepin on
Youreabundleofsticks
I just got my hearing aids fixed, but my range is so fucked it hardly matters anyway. I wish you the best!
dizuckai
Aw man :/ I hope they help a little
ImnotAllowedtoPostPublicly
BaronvonSimian
I didn't know your father but as one myself I'm sure he'd have been incredibly proud of you - with love from other side of the world
edophx
I'll get you your next hearing aids. I got spares too.
DoAllTheGoodYouCan
I'm so sorry 2016 was such a bad year! I'm glad you did not give up!! Make 2017 YOUR year!!! :)
bmw5st
Fate said to the warrior, "you can't handle the storm." The warrior replied, "I am the storm."
ImNotSaiyanImJustSuperSaiyan
@op I hope you find everything you are looking for. You deserve it.
northansouth17
Congrats on the new hearing aids. I know the feeling when they break. I'm getting mine on Monday. Hope 2017 brings better things for you!
Nicty93
In one week I will have lost my father to cancer one year ago. Keep your head up. You'll never be able to erase the pain but it gets easier.
Yesaye94
Never Give Up @OP
dizuckai
Thank you! There were times where I really wanted to but I just kept going
poronkusemania
NEVER SURRENDER!
wubbie2steps
Wow! Who are you? I am deaf- wear a cochlear implant - my father passed in Jan 2016 and my hearing dog died this Easter
dizuckai
You know what's weird? That's the same exact times that happened to me too. My dad passed away in the end of January and my dog in Easter
wubbie2steps
are you kidding me?? http://www.servicedogs.org/oldsite/a-cookie-can-change-your-life-andri-cookie/
kwkspectre
Didn't mention the election - you get an upvote. Also, congrats, and I hope things keep improving for you.
JoelCrawford
Maybe @OP hadn't heard
kwkspectre
Damn, and I had to open my big mouth.
ch858
With all due respect "fuck cancer" 2016 hard for my daughter she has cancer.
dizuckai
Fuck cancer indeed! Im sorry to hear, I have hope she'll get through this <3
philleeeeeeeep
NotDaveGrohl
My father was also lost to cancer this year. To a better year my friend. Chin up in 2017.
mandieboob
Fuck. I am so sorry for your guys losses! My old man is about to go get his check up to see if the pills quit working or are still working.
IrishPub
I'm sorry for your loss. I lost my father back in 2007. If you want someone to talk to, I'm here.
Freakyfrek
Best of luck @op! Glad to see things are looking up! What's the new career?
dizuckai
Thanks! It's an e-commerce manager ^_^
Freakyfrek
Awesome! Best of luck!
brightintempas
It's messed up we live in a world where people have to pay for hearing aids. I'm glad that things are getting better for you!
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dizuckai
Hearing aids can go from $2,500 - $6,000 each :/ out of pocket
akahata
*country, please.
dizuckai
It is :/
TheWittierRape
Yep. My hearing aids are well past their expiration date (over 10 years old), but I can't afford it. They keep making a static noise =(
dizuckai
Try to look into the local vocational rehab, since I was unemployed, they helped me get new hearing aids and also helped me get a job
YouShallCuddleTheMath
We don't live in a world where people have to pay for hearing aids. Sadly, though, there is a specific fucked up country where this is true.
varsipieru
Sshhhh... the Americans are a little sensitive ar the moment due to the elections and shit. Show some decency.
YouShallCuddleTheMath
You are right. I'm deeply sorry. I love your burgers, guys. Best in the damn world.
PerlerBeads4Dayz
This. My boss has two cochlear implants and she said the surgeries were cheaper than hearing aids.
CirB
As I'm literally deaf without hearing aids, IMO this is fucked up. That said, I'm lucky, living in a country where the state pays for mine.
CirB
Hang on there @OP and the rest of you (@TheWittierRape and others). Hope it will get better for you!
Rengii
Healthcare in America is a joke if you're poor. Drug companies can and will charge thousands of dollars for life-saving medicine/treatments.
Smilzetta
I live in a country where basically all healthcare is free, but not hearing aids. Who knows why.
dormantmutant
Did you just assume op was American?
Rengii
There are other English speaking countries with healthcare as bad as what they're describing?
dormantmutant
Did you just assume America was the only English speaking country with bad health care?
Rengii
Did you just assume that I just assumed that America is the only English speaking country with bad health care?
Riotgrl66
Hope 2017 is better for you
ilovecars
You go @OP! Well done.
oo0ORB0oo
I hope we get to 2017
Gildmane
Nah even better...hope @OP he has a better December '16! :D
IcelandicDodger
If we live to see it
Sandman801
Hope 2017 is better for everyone!
GaiusOrpheus
Honestly, I don't anyone who can say they had a truly good year in 2016.
dizuckai
Agreed!
IWasInThePool
Sorry if you hadn't heard the news, but Trump won the election and will take office in 2017...
pumpernicklelel
No way didn't know that!
PascalsBookie
and leonard cohen passed away..