In physical thermodynamics, a degree of entropy (disordered energy) is needed to drive activation energy (energy driven to restore order.) Only God Himself can create a true utopia, not man. By man’s inherent propensity to sin (an entropic quality of man), we must constantly strive to perfection, through prayer, work, sacrifice and enduring hardships. Although sinless, Our Blessed Lord showed us this model of life on the Cross.

JUST GOT THE CALL THIS MORNING: AETNA APPROVED MY PROCEDURE!!!!!!!!!!!!! it’s unknown when the surgery will take place. the hospital is trying to see if can still happen on monday as originally planned. but the biggest hurdle, @Aetna, has agreed to cover the procedure. unfortunately, this will be a one-off regarding aetna’s policy on this procedure, which is a shame. it should not be this hard for people to get medically-needed treatments. our medical insurance system is broken. i had very unexpected support from people who have power, and i thank them, sincerely. thank you all so much for all of the love and support and all the tagging aetna to keep pressure on them. i’m so excited to get my life back.

4 days out from my life-changing surgery, @Aetna has denied the appeal for my brain surgery. to be clear, when i signed up to aetna months ago, the coordinator had confirmed they would cover this surgery. then, a week ago, they said the surgery was too experimental/elective and denied coverage. we appealed. that appeal was just denied today. now, my neurosurgeon is trying to do a peer-to-peer consult with someone at aetna to explain why i need it so we don’t lose the surgery date on monday morning. aetna is not being responsive. this is sadistic and a violation of basic trust. please spread this so they can’t ignore it. they may not care if i live or die but people should know just what kind of company they’re dealing with. and please pray they are able to have a peer-to-peer consult with my neurosurgeon and have a change of heart.