u/_Clear_Skies

On a whim, I recently tried some of the product called Sprinkle (just a powder you can add to a drink). Haven't smoked since college, which was a long time ago. Even then, I was more of a drinker. Anyway...the product arrived the other day, so I figured I'd give it a try. Per the usual advice, did a 5 mg packet (added to a 12 oz flavored water). Took my time drinking it. Within 10-15 minutes, I did indeed feel a very, very light buzz, maybe like a had a glass of wine. More time went by, but nothing changed.

A few hours later, I figured I'd try another 5 mg drink. I drank this one faster, and while eating dinner. Similar effects. Maybe felt a little something afterwards, slightly stronger affect, but nothing major. That was the end of the experiment for the night.

Not being satisfied, and still curious, I decided to give it another go on another night. This time, I just went straight to 10 mg in a 12 oz drink, and downed it relatively quickly, maybe within 20-25 mins. Time went by and it was was the same thing. Felt a little "something", but not much more than the first experiment. I think a little over 2.5 hours had passed, and I ate dinner (a couple burgers and sides).

Did the dishes and was putting away some laundry when things seemed to ramp up. Then, all of a sudden...BLAM. Shit hit me pretty hard. For a little while, I was feeling anxious and even a little panicky. Probably because I didn't really know what to expect. I calmed down a bit, then was golden for the next few hours, and started to get kind of sleepy near the end.

Being a "newb", I'm just wondering if this is normal with drinks? Most of companies say you'll feel the effects within 15 mins, then it wears off after 1.5 hours or so. This was definitely NOT the case with me. I basically felt nothing for hours, then got immediately slammed.

One other note of interest...It seemed like eating that big meal kicked things in very quickly. Maybe the THC was just hanging out in my stomach all that time (since I had not eaten yet), then when I ate, it all dropped at once? I'm curious to hear the rest of your experiences, especially those new to drinks. Thanks!

Anyone swap out the stock crankset for a 58T? Wondering if it'll fit OK. Once I hit 20-ish mph, I am basically ghost pedaling even in 7th gear. Here's a common one: https://www.amazon.com/CYSKY-Single-Crankset-Mountain-Bicycle/dp/B08SM5C4SF?crid=2A52RXXDAQXF6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2mbg5ThCOutM9S_qXC0ch3Q_8wumGJ7ulpa43vLQPVTEpbKs2_iEWDTmZ8yH1Vs0qUIWl6SuCGhjcVWUoQpuJmfWRDXzI6bC8leLhYHuA7Qz2pwdXxAP20zBa1kN4G1wj8U7Kb0NhnPJqHMHvpY76CNDpY0lcayNXiKMX9f27JCGtdYFWJTj6_YfxqkVfZh9gpDxemZ30vbVbKWCblVNZaMH_EWD9C4hmY4bSLxNDDAm2MdgDJtiPS2C_sQ0ygXrJtBzDVk-zEWbw63Anb1ihWoXIw2k6Sn7Tn11lM7ZjiI.sbmF9lIUL37_dC5zk0AImgwOPK-n14PpkaLi-K60zsk&dib_tag=se&keywords=folding%2Bebike%2Bcrankset%2Bforged%2B58T&qid=1786165821&sprefix=folding%2Bebike%2Bcrankset%2Bforged%2B58t%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1&th=1

Regarding I-125 seed implants, is it ever "OK" to do one without software planning? For example, if the physician just wants to insert the needles in real time, based on the ultrasound, but without using a TPS, this is an issue, correct? I know in the "old days", the would do this based on nomograms, which is basically what he's suggesting.

I don't know if there are any legal clauses that explicitly forbid this, but a quick AI search mentioned things like this:

3. Hospital Accreditation & Insurance Reimbursement

Even if a facility attempted to bypass NRC flexibility loop-holes, they would face severe institutional barriers: Barrier Impact Billing & CPT Coding Insurance companies (and CMS/Medicare) require documented computer treatment planning (e.g., CPT code 77300/77321 series for brachytherapy dose calculations) for reimbursement. Bypassing software invalidates billing and constitutes insurance fraud. Accreditation Bodies Organizations like the American College of Radiology (ACR) and ASTRO require 3D image-guided treatment planning for facility accreditation. Bypassing software voids a center's license to perform radiation therapy. 4. Standard of Care & Tort Liability (Malpractice)

In a civil court of law, "Standard of Care" is defined by national professional guidelines (e.g., AAPM, ABS, ASTRO) rather than individual doctor confidence.

Because every national radiation oncology guideline requires software-based volumetric planning, performing a seed implant with only a nomogram falls well below the legal standard of care. If the patient develops complications (e.g., rectal fistula, incontinence, strictures) or experiences disease recurrence, the physician and hospital would face almost undefendable medical malpractice liability for intentional omission of standard safety software.

All that aside, having done thousands of implants at another institution (the right way), but judgment is saying this is no bueno.

Just curious what everything thinks about not offering a physicist an actual office? I've seen a few clinics where there is just a room, and they throw dosimetry, physics and maybe a few others in there. Not a big fan of this, honestly, but maybe it's more common than I think?

edit Also, how do you feel about timeclocks??

A common thing, I'm sure. I found a youtube vid that explains how to check the various components. First thing I did was test the thermopile. Heater brand is US Craftmaster (aka Crapmaster). Their guide says if I get a reading of at least 350 mV as the thermo heats up, it's OK.

I tested the various valve actuators in the gas valve control unit by using a 9v battery and wires. When I touched the pins, I could hear a click, which I guess means the valves activated.

So, according to the video, the likely cause is the control board going bad. There are some used ones on ebay, but it seems the only way to get a new one is to buy the entire gas control valve.

Before I did any tests, the main symptom was no pilot light, and the LED status light was off. I was able to re-light it, but as soon as I let go of the dial (which is depressed when lighting), the pilot goes out. The LED status light will blink once every few seconds for maybe 30 seconds, then it goes out, too.

Does this truly sound like the control board it bad?