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Mar 28, 2022 at 3:44 PM

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Bummer, fingers crossed they work out a better plan for recovery!

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Mar 28, 2022 at 4:25 PM

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Well shit Chuck, that wasn't the news I thought you would get. I don't get why a knee replacement wouldn't solve the hyper extention. Can they still fix the ligaments at least?

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Sorry Chuck

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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what about the knee replacements they do in pro athletes? those things are built much heavier than regular knees and most folks are able to keep up their career.

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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dammit dude. I hate hearing this. I push my body too hard some times and I fear this will be me soon. While I hate knowing friends are going through this, it serves as a warning to others when you share. And for that, I thank you.

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Working overhead is for the birds.

3 pendant lights removed for painting. And because they were hideous. Replaced completely and fitted with task shades to focus on the counter.
Next up, LR ceiling fan. Fuk

also did the MBA vanity lights this morning. Mirrors are placed, not hung yet.

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Did you get one of the little rolling scaffolds?

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well, you've got 2/3 of the necessities on the counter there. just missing the Costco sized bottle of ibuprofen

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That's a horrible idea. What time?

US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Well that sounds like a general cluster f*(&. Sorry to hear this. Holler out if you need a weekend work party. (Or someone to exercise that car for ya!)

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Sorry to hear Chuck.

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Well that sucks! Seems like the older we get, the less good news we get out of the Docs!

Hope you can get some relief from the shots

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what about the knee replacements they do in pro athletes? those things are built much heavier than regular knees and most folks are able to keep up their career.
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Trying to paint the appropriate picture of VA health care philosophy, they are not well known for going above and beyond. I was actually one of three vets who wrote letters about an ortho guy in Detroit who was removed from the staff for doing just below the bare minimum requirements of his job. He was flipping patients through his Saturday morning clinic in 10 minutes or less without doing a real exam. (Basketball had me very familiar with ankle injuries and exams.) It's unfortunate that the VA can't pay a little better and get less of the recent medical grads who are paying off their student loans.

I found out from a private practice ortho doc that with 4-6 months of basic physical therapy, I could have stayed in. Or re-enlisted on 9/11. (I called and tried.) But it costs less to give a medical discharge and send you home. And then they tried to take my G.I. Bill.

I'll stop here, as I'm not a huge fan of the VA.

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That's a horrible idea. What time?

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I got it slightly over done!!
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Looks edible from here!

Home made beef stew and baking soda buscuits, followed with the annual home made German chocolate cake. I think my wife likes me.

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Working overhead is for the birds.

3 pendant lights removed for painting. And because they were hideous. Replaced completely and fitted with task shades to focus on the counter.
Next up, LR ceiling fan. Fuk

also did the MBA vanity lights this morning. Mirrors are placed, not hung yet.

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Your kitchen is missing something. I think it's Wyoming something something....

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Dang it!!! So sorry to hear this Chuck. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Oh no! So sorry to hear this Chuck. Hopefully the treatment helps until they can figure out a better alternative. I don't see why they couldn't make an artificial knee that couldn't hyper extend.

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US Marine said: ↑

Got home a little while ago.from the VA and found out my left knee is completely trashed . I've got alot of inflammation , torn meniscus , all my ligaments shredded or frayed and the Femur and Tibia show arthritic degenerative worn areas . Will definitely need a knee replacement and ligaments repaired but also unsure of the hyper extension issue on how to treat the knee

So a Orthopedic surgeon is called into the examination room to examine me and agrees the knee needs surgical treatment .He then has me walk without my brace on so he can see how bad the hyper extension is . He told me that my hyper extension is so bad that I would destroy a normal knee replacement in short time . Even a hinged knee replacement won't work and if either knee replacement fails then the only option is above the knee amputation

So as of now they're going to try steroid knee injections , PT and a different knee brace for the next 4 months and see if any improvement is noticed . So unless my nerve disorder improves I will be in more pain as the knee joint get worse and unable to barely walk without a cane or walker !!

FML !!! , Not the news that I wanted to hear today !!!
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Dammit Chuck, I’m sorry that your knee is that damaged. Hopefully the PT, injections, and new brace will help.

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Trying to paint the appropriate picture of VA health care philosophy, they are not well known for going above and beyond. I was actually one of three vets who wrote letters about an ortho guy in Detroit who was removed from the staff for doing just below the bare minimum requirements of his job. He was flipping patients through his Saturday morning clinic in 10 minutes or less without doing a real exam. (Basketball had me very familiar with ankle injuries and exams.) It's unfortunate that the VA can't pay a little better and get less of the recent medical grads who are paying off their student loans.

I found out from a private practice ortho doc that with 4-6 months of basic physical therapy, I could have stayed in. Or re-enlisted on 9/11. (I called and tried.) But it costs less to give a medical discharge and send you home. And then they tried to take my G.I. Bill.

I'll stop here, as I'm not a huge fan of the VA.
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.
...^^^... I have been in the VA system for a long time and know the system very well.

The VA is a weird animal ... it is the luck of the draw on which doc you get and which medical center your local VAMC is associated with (where you live).

I can get a Top Emory Medical Center doc who works part-time at VA who will do more for me than an Emory doc at the Emory Medical Center ... because the VA does not worry about a budget or billing (disabled veterans).

I have had some super primary care docs (VA employees) at the VA ... but now I have a real dud ... some specialists at the VA are a little harder (or impossible) to get.

IMHO ... This Covid BS has made many people at the VA very lazy because they had a very light patient loads in the VA clinics and tests. Now the vA patient load has picked up at the clinics and they can't deal with it.

Sooo, if you are in a good location and get a good VA doc (VA employee) or a good local medical center doc who practices at the VA part-time ... you are in luck.

I am very fortunate that I have the VA (some good and some bad docs) and also Medicare with a MediGap BCBS policy and I can get very good medical care, but I have to push for it too.

Moral of the story at the VA ... it's a crap shoot on where you live and which doc you get ...

Oh ... the VA has some things that the private medical center docs love ... and many of them work at the VA part time for this, it' the VA's .... RETIREMENT PROGRAM & BENNIES.

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Detsuk Collapsible Dish Tub 9L-Collapsible Basin Bucket Portable Sink-Outdoor Multiuse Foldable Sink Tub Wash Dish Basin for Kitchen Sink RV Camping

showingo 12 in Inside Classic Ribbed Profile Foam Closure Strip for Metal roof Foam Closure Strips Panels 3' Long Metal roof Inside Closure Strip （10 Pack）

United Pacific 70203 Chrome Curb Feelers, Universal Fitment, Helps to Prevent Curb Damage, Curb Whiskers, Avoid Damaging Wheels - ONE Set (Pack of 2)

Amarine Made 2pcs Stainless Steel Cup Drink Holder with Drain, Cup Holder for Boat, Car and Marine, Boat Cup Holders for Drinks, Stainless Steel Cup Holder, Marine Cup Holder Insert

ULTIMATE Assorted 4 Lb. Chocolate Candy Variety Pack, Bulk Mega Candy Mix, Fun Size Assortment, Individually Wrapped Minis, Great for Easter Basket Fillers & Egg Hunts, Parties, Parades & Pinatas! (All Time Favorites, 4 Lbs.)

CandyKrave Halloween Assorted Chocolate Candy Variety Pack - 4lb Assorted Bulk Chocolate Candy & Chocolate Gifts - Halloween Chocolate Candy Individually Wrapped- Mixed Candy Chocolate Assortment Bags

EGO TACTICAL Limited Edition Urban Armor Gear UAG Pathfinder Rugged Drop-Proof Impact Resistant Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus Kryptek Inferno Blaze Orange Camouflage

HDTV Digital Antenna -150 Miles Range w/ 360 Degree Rotation Wireless Remote - UHF/VHF/1080p/ 4K Ready(Without Pole). Upgraded 2020 Version

3M Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200 (06504) Permanent Bonding and Sealing for Boats and RVs Above and Below the Waterline Waterproof Repair, Black, 10 fl oz Cartridge

ICECO VL45 ProS Portable Refrigerator, Multi-directional Lid, Dual USB & DC 12/24V, AC 110-240V, 45L Steel Compact Refrigerator Powered by SECOP, 0℉ to 50℉, Home & Car Use [Upgrade, 47 Quarts]

Hayden 679 Universal 11” Rapid-Cool Add-On Transmission Cooler to Enhance Cooling (not for direct replacement of the factory unit)

La Crosse Technology Weather Station with Customizable Alerts, Weather Forecast, Temperature, Dew Point, Humidity, Time, Heat Index, Large Display, Adjustable Brightness, Wireless, Black, C85845-INT

Heinz Ketchup, 44 oz

Number - 1 Sign, 7"x13", Heavy Duty Integrated Ground Stakes, Indoor/Outdoor Use, Rust Free Aluminum Composite, Made in USA by My Sign center

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat Powder for 10l (1)

TubShroom Ultra Revolutionary Bath Tub Drain Protector Hair Catcher/Strainer/Snare, Stainless Steel, Stainless Combo

Toyota Genuine 4Runner FJ Cruiser Tacoma Black PVD Wheel Lug Nuts (6 Pack) PT076-60200-02

GX PUMP CS3 PCP Air Compressor, Auto-Stop,Oil-Free, Built-in Water-Oil Separator Filter, Powered by Car 12V DC or Home 110V AC w/Converter,4500Psi/30Mpa,Paintball Air Compressor Pump

Antimo Caputo Gluten Free Pizza Flour 2.2lb - All Natural Multi Purpose Flour & Starch Blend for Baking Pizza, Bread, & Pasta

Flame King (KT12ACR-2) 2-Stage Auto Changeover LP Propane Gas Regulator With Two 12" Pigtails For RVs, Vans, Trailers

POP & Lock – Manual Tailgate Lock for Toyota Tacoma, Fits 1995 to 2004 Models, Anti Theft, Truck Tailgate Lock Replacement, Easy to Install, Made in The USA (Color Black, PL5100, Standard Lock)

Fastway e2 2-Point Sway Control Round Bar Hitch, 94-00-0800, 8000 Lbs Trailer Weight Rating, 800 Lbs Tongue Weight Rating, Weight Distribution Kit Includes Standard Hitch Shank, Ball NOT Included

So Much S'more to Do: Over 50 Variations of the Campfire Classic (Fun & Simple Cookbooks)

【The Best Deal】OriGlam 3pcs Mini Wire Brush Set, Rust Paint Metal Cleaner, Cleaning Welding Slag and Rust, Handy Steel/Nylon/Brass Brush Set Suitable for Cleaning Paint/Rust/Dirt

Optimum No Rinse Wash and Wax – 32 oz., Rinseless Car Wash and Wax in One System, ONR Formulated with Carnauba Wax with UV Protection, Use as Car Wax, RV Wax, Airplane Wax, Boat Wax, Motorcycle Wax

WOLFGANG CONCOURS SERIES Uber Rinseless Wash | 4-in-1 Concentrated Formula for Effortless Cleaning | Water-Soluble, Rinse-Free Solution for Automotive Surfaces | WG-3700 | 16 oz

NaturVet Quiet Moments Calming Aid Dog Supplement, Helps Promote Relaxation, Reduce Stress, Storm Anxiety, Motion Sickness for Dogs (Quiet Moments Plus Hemp, 180 Soft Chews)

REESE'S Peanut Butter Sauce Bulk Jar, 4.5 lb

LEGO Star Wars The Child 75318 Building Toy Set for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 10+ (1075 Pieces)

GEARit RJ45 Cat-6 Ethernet Patch Cable, 10Gpbs Transfer Speed, Gold-Plated Connectors, Copper Clad, Outdoor, UV Resistant, Direct Burial, Waterproof, Durable, 100 Foot (30.4 Meters), Black

Grumpy Old Men (DVD)

Verilux HappyLight Lucent - One-Touch Light Therapy Lamp with 10000 Lux, UV-Free, LED Bright White Light & Detachable Stand for Boosting Mood & Improving Sleep

Totnz Electric Standing Desk, Height Adjustable Sit Stand up Desk, L-Shaped Memory Home Office Desk with Hook, 55 x 34"

VariDesk Essential 36 by Vari - Two-Tier Standing Desk Converter for Monitor & Accessories - Height Adjustable Sit Stand Desk - Fully Assembled Monitor Riser for Home Office - 36" Wide, Black

Skechers womens Reggae ¿ Sew Me Sandal, Navy Multi 1, 8 US

Toilet Tag - Couples Games, Couple Game Date Night, Couples Card Games, Relationship Card Game Couples, Date Night Game, Board Games Couples, Fun Couples Gifts, Funny Gifts for Men, Gifts for Husband

Fumoto F-106 Engine Oil Drain Valve

5 STARS UNITED Seat Cushion for Tailbone Pain Relief – Memory Foam Lifting Pillow for Coccyx, Hip, Hemorrhoid, Sciatica & Post-Surgery Recovery – Wheelchair, Car, Desk, Gaming & Office Chairs, Black