# Doper Kopek (has passed)(Ruble in the MMP) edited title **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Tags:** mmp\ **Created:** [February 7, 2020, 6:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595 "2020-02-07T18:43:58Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 8
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/141 "2020-02-12T01:46:04Z")
I’m sorry he’s uncomfortable but he’s feeling the pain and is expressing it. I think it’s good news. Take care of yourself. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 1:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/142 "2020-02-12T01:50:37Z")
I’m glad he’s continuing to improve! My continuing well wishes to you both. 🤗 ---
**Author:** ![thorny\_locust](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/thorny_locust/32/431_2.png) [@thorny\_locust](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thorny_locust)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 2:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/143 "2020-02-12T02:45:36Z")
Three cheers for medicinal chocolate; and more than that for encouraging news. ---
**Author:** ![nelliebly](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/nelliebly/32/5422_2.png) [@nelliebly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nelliebly)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 3:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/144 "2020-02-12T03:10:09Z")
One thing about having a loved one who’s critically ill: it reminds us of how complex each reaction and each movement is. The things we take for granted each day! I’m heartened by today’s news. I’m glad you’re looking out for yourself and enjoying small pleasures. And I’ m still praying for both of you. ---
**Author:** ![dogbutler](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dogbutler/32/428_2.png) [@dogbutler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dogbutler)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 4:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/145 "2020-02-12T04:44:09Z")
Good to hear there’s some improvement. And dive cheeseburgers. ---
**Author:** ![swampbear](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/swampbear/32/467_2.png) [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 11:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/146 "2020-02-12T11:56:28Z")
Yay for the good news! Also yay that you benefit from the medicinal properties of dive cheeseburgers and Oreos! ---
**Author:** ![missred](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/missred/32/14096_2.png) [@missred](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/missred)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 11:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/147 "2020-02-12T23:50:59Z")
Yay for good news, dive burgers and oreos! ---
**Author:** ![Reeses\_Monkey](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/reeses_monkey/32/2885_2.png) [@Reeses\_Monkey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reeses_Monkey)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 1:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/148 "2020-02-13T01:59:57Z")
Where does one procure these dark chocolate filled medicinal oreos? ---
**Author:** ![Old\_Wench](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecccb3/32.png) [@Old\_Wench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Old_Wench)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 2:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/149 "2020-02-13T02:45:19Z")
> [@Reeses\_Monkey](#): > > Where does one procure these dark chocolate filled medicinal oreos? I got them at Giant Eagle but I suppose you could get them anywhere Oreos are sold. No prescriptions are required. No real update today, pretty much status quo, awaiting results from MRI to be done tonight, and for condition to improve appropriately for yet more tests. He’d damn well better be studying hard for these tests because I told him we will NEVER be going through this again. Another convent full of nuns has been added to the prayer list, and he knows better than to piss off nuns. ---
**Author:** ![wolfpup](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/wolfpup/32/10618_2.png) [@wolfpup](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfpup)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 2:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/150 "2020-02-13T02:45:42Z")
> [@Old\_Wench](#): > > Please keep the good thoughts, prayers, warm fuzzies, etc. coming. I don’t do this prayer thing very well but loads of good thoughts, warm fuzzies, and good wishes for the best possible outcome are on their way! Thanks for keeping us informed. ---
**Author:** ![Old\_Wench](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecccb3/32.png) [@Old\_Wench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Old_Wench)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/151 "2020-02-13T02:49:35Z")
By the way, if you hear of an extremely cranky old lady doing bad things to a lady with a walker and a big mouth on (or more likely under) the Route 17 bus, that would be me. She got strike 2 this morning. ---
**Author:** ![Doug\_K](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/b5ac83/32.png) [@Doug\_K](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Doug_K)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 3:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/152 "2020-02-13T03:10:56Z")
> [@Old\_Wench](#): > > Thanks, everyone. I know all of that but it had been a long, cold, rainy day and an always annoying lady on the morning bus made the mistake of saying something to me that was completely unnecessary and obnoxious (I looked her in the eye from across the aisle and said, “Lady, I have just had the most phenomenally shitty weekend, so do not start with me – just do not start because you will not win.”) She started to open her mouth again, saw the look on my face, and then thought better of it. Wise woman. > > I was just looking forward to seeing his eyes open. ☹ > > And yes, I am going in to work because it keeps me occupied and my co-workers are pretty darn nice (although I’ve decided not to share this with the whole place yet, just the people who need to know and HR). > > And **FCM** , this is for you: I got a packet of stuff from a charity called Boys Ranch (never heard of them, certainly never sent them money, didn’t even know that’s where boys came from), but among the address labels, notepad, birthday cards and fancy stickers are – are you ready? – four cardboard coasters with our last initial and last name on them (“Enjoy these coasters with our compliments!”). I damn near fell over laughing. Do you have monogrammed coasters? If not, get on their mailing list and get some of your own! 😃 > [@kayT](#): > > We just received that very same package from Boys Ranch. I also had to laugh. Note that the cardboard coasters have the initial printed on both sides. This way when the moisture soaks through the coaster (in about five minutes) the ink on the back can leave a nice imprint on the furniture or tablecloth. Nice touch. > > I’m glad you are going to work but I hope you also feel that you can take some time off if you need it. But distraction is useful too. You’re so kind to keep us all informed; know that we are all pulling for you and Kopek. And keep on giving the annoying people on the bus (or wherever) hell! Was it Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch in Amarillo by any chance? I don’t know a lot about them, but I do know that they’re legit. They’re a residential program for at risk kids from 5-18. One of my Grandpas was a big supporter and left them a modest sum when he died. Looking at their website it appears they are no longer a boys only facility. They say they currently have around 300 boys and girls each year. ---
**Author:** ![burpo\_the\_wonder\_mutt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/burpo_the_wonder_mutt/32/365_2.png) [@burpo\_the\_wonder\_mutt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/burpo_the_wonder_mutt)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 3:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/153 "2020-02-13T03:45:58Z")
> [@Old\_Wench](#): > > I got them at Giant Eagle… \ You mean Gian’Iggle? 🙂 Still pulling for you, **kopek**. You, too, Mrs. **kopek**. ---
**Author:** ![nelliebly](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/nelliebly/32/5422_2.png) [@nelliebly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nelliebly)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 4:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/154 "2020-02-13T04:34:28Z")
If he hangs where he is for awhile, that’s OK. I understand it’s a slow process. Hugs to you both, and I’m still praying. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 5:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/155 "2020-02-13T05:33:34Z")
I miss him. Sending you both good wishes. ---
**Author:** ![Catamount](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/catamount/32/2840_2.png) [@Catamount](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Catamount)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 11:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/156 "2020-02-13T11:43:26Z")
> [@Old\_Wench](#): > > By the way, if you hear of an extremely cranky old lady doing bad things to a lady with a walker and a big mouth on (or more likely under) the Route 17 bus, that would be me. She got strike 2 this morning. If you need an alibi, I’ll swear that you were with me, several states away and nowhere near a city bus. ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21906_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 1:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/157 "2020-02-13T13:35:40Z")
> [@Old\_Wench](#): > > Another convent full of nuns has been added to the prayer list, and he knows better than to piss off nuns. But aren’t all nuns sweet, grandmotherly ladies who comfort you and stuff?? Just kidding - I went to Catholic school for 8 years, so I know about them teaching nuns. Like Sister Gerald, who made kids do pushups as punishment! Or Sister Aquinas, who made kids do MATH as punishment!! You didn’t want to piss them off, for sure! I feel at one with you dealing with spousal health, altho mine is conscious and mobile, sorta. (MRI tomorrow and consult next week for spinal surgery #9. Good times…) We’re both pulling for you. \*\*kopek \*\*sent my sweetie a bag full of Harley t-shirts a few years back, and they were a big hit. Something tells me the two of them together would cause a wee bit of mischief. I recommend doubling the dosage of Oreos, and perhaps adding some equally medicinal ice cream on the side! ---
**Author:** ![Reeses\_Monkey](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/reeses_monkey/32/2885_2.png) [@Reeses\_Monkey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Reeses_Monkey)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 6:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/158 "2020-02-13T18:27:05Z")
Sending warm and fuzzy thoughts your way! Tell **Kopek** that the faster he recovers, the sooner he can ride the Phoenix. ---
**Author:** ![Old\_Wench](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecccb3/32.png) [@Old\_Wench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Old_Wench)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 7:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/159 "2020-02-13T19:21:56Z")
> [@FairyChatMom](#): > > But aren’t all nuns sweet, grandmotherly ladies who comfort you and stuff?? > > I recommend doubling the dosage of Oreos, and perhaps adding some equally medicinal ice cream on the side! At one point, I had 4 aunts in one order and a great-aunt in another. I could tell you stories … Even better than Oreos - a lovely co-worker gave me my own personal-sized burnt almond torte from Prantl’s. 😃 > **[Burnt Almond Torte Gift Box – Prantl's Bakery](https://prantlsbakery.com/product/burnt-almond-torte-gift-box/)** ---
**Author:** ![Old\_Wench](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/ecccb3/32.png) [@Old\_Wench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Old_Wench)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595/160 "2020-02-13T19:23:10Z")
> [@Reeses\_Monkey](#): > > Sending warm and fuzzy thoughts your way! Tell **Kopek** that the faster he recovers, the sooner he can ride the Phoenix. Unfortunately, he doesn’t ride any coasters – he’s into dark rides, bumper cars, carousels and trains. I am more than happy to ride it for him. 😃 [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595.md?page=7) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doper-kopek-has-passed-ruble-in-the-mmp-edited-title/847595.md?page=9)