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10 years ago
The good: Life is really great so far, we've been able to pay off all our major credit card debts and a few debts that where bogging our lives down
The Meh: I'm not sure about my surface pro, I'm a bit disappointed though the tablet itself isn't to blame. If anything it's been great for working away from my desk and been an awesome way to get up and move around, but the PhotoShop program(the new CC thing they have for tablets) is kinda poopy. I'm not sure if its the tablet, the pen or the program or all three hating each other but there is some pretty bad lag with even smaller files. I was also super upset to find out you can't use any Bluetooth keyboard with a pro 3..but because I bought it for nearly $250 less then what it was worth I'm pretty confident If I want to and really don't like it I can sell it later and at least break even. Its still a great tablet otherwise and does good to replace a laptop if you're curious about getting one..it just isn't the greatest for art..stuff..
The bad/really shitty: finally went to the new chiro today and after looking at my xrays my back is pretty much crap. Basically my entire spine is rotating to the right as well as leaning to the right and my neck vertebra are curving in the completely opposite direction. The chiro basically told me there is a good chance I will always have headaches/neck pain but hopefully chiropractic care will help some. He didn't even bother taking back xrays ANC told me if the adjustments don't help they ill take xrays. But I already know Ive got stenosis, which he told me he can't do anything about but will hopefully release some of the pain. He admitted they will most likely not be able to get it back to normal. I'm most likely going to try to contact a back specialist and see what they think. From what I can tell my back is actual worse then what it was when I went to the chiro nearly a year ago. My lower back has been hurting nearly as bad, sometimes worse then my upper and it's left me with large bouts of depression and fear. I've literally been afraid to work because of the pain which in turn is causing me to feel crappy in general. Right now chiro looks like it'll be $40 a visit and I'll have to go probably 3 times a week for a while. They are hoping that will be able to lower my payments with my insurance, but most likely I'll have to call them about it. Right now I'm kinda scared because if I can't get better I don't know if I can continue to risk sitting at a desk which will continue to destroy my body. I love being an artist, but I can't risk everything to continue to do it. I'm pretty much willing to do anything to fix this, even if it means surgery. Right now I'm using some topical pain stuff, but finding this out has me fairly put out. I've been thinking about joining a local yoga/therapy group though I'm unsure my insurance will cover the costs for it. It's something I'll be looking into. I've got to hope that if I can strengthen my body I will beat this pain. I am glad that for once in our lives we have the money and I don't have to worry about screwing us financially.
The Meh: I'm not sure about my surface pro, I'm a bit disappointed though the tablet itself isn't to blame. If anything it's been great for working away from my desk and been an awesome way to get up and move around, but the PhotoShop program(the new CC thing they have for tablets) is kinda poopy. I'm not sure if its the tablet, the pen or the program or all three hating each other but there is some pretty bad lag with even smaller files. I was also super upset to find out you can't use any Bluetooth keyboard with a pro 3..but because I bought it for nearly $250 less then what it was worth I'm pretty confident If I want to and really don't like it I can sell it later and at least break even. Its still a great tablet otherwise and does good to replace a laptop if you're curious about getting one..it just isn't the greatest for art..stuff..
The bad/really shitty: finally went to the new chiro today and after looking at my xrays my back is pretty much crap. Basically my entire spine is rotating to the right as well as leaning to the right and my neck vertebra are curving in the completely opposite direction. The chiro basically told me there is a good chance I will always have headaches/neck pain but hopefully chiropractic care will help some. He didn't even bother taking back xrays ANC told me if the adjustments don't help they ill take xrays. But I already know Ive got stenosis, which he told me he can't do anything about but will hopefully release some of the pain. He admitted they will most likely not be able to get it back to normal. I'm most likely going to try to contact a back specialist and see what they think. From what I can tell my back is actual worse then what it was when I went to the chiro nearly a year ago. My lower back has been hurting nearly as bad, sometimes worse then my upper and it's left me with large bouts of depression and fear. I've literally been afraid to work because of the pain which in turn is causing me to feel crappy in general. Right now chiro looks like it'll be $40 a visit and I'll have to go probably 3 times a week for a while. They are hoping that will be able to lower my payments with my insurance, but most likely I'll have to call them about it. Right now I'm kinda scared because if I can't get better I don't know if I can continue to risk sitting at a desk which will continue to destroy my body. I love being an artist, but I can't risk everything to continue to do it. I'm pretty much willing to do anything to fix this, even if it means surgery. Right now I'm using some topical pain stuff, but finding this out has me fairly put out. I've been thinking about joining a local yoga/therapy group though I'm unsure my insurance will cover the costs for it. It's something I'll be looking into. I've got to hope that if I can strengthen my body I will beat this pain. I am glad that for once in our lives we have the money and I don't have to worry about screwing us financially.
I'm sorry tto hear about your back problems*
also if it's the surface PRO you can uninstall the CC and instal the cs5 or 6. :D
Sorry to hear about your back, back problems are the WORST!
If the pressure sensitivity doesn't work with the full version, install this driver too: http://www.n-trig.com/wintab-2/
also if it's a surface pro 3 there's an app you can download to set the pen pressure to how you want it.
I figured there was an easy way to do it and I just havnt looked into it enough
And I got the new surface app but the pen is just..different I seriously think it's probably the pen reacting weirdly with the tablet version of photoshop..but from what I can tell there is just a lag with it and not much can be done about it..but More tests required xD
As far as the pen goes, if you haven't installed it yet, get the Wacom feel driver. I just installed it today but from what I read it helps a lot with pen accuracy. You can also upgrade the pen with something like the Fujitsu T5000.
I hope those suggestions help out a bit...and I hope everything works out with your insurance so you can get help without breaking the bank. I know the depression from your body betraying you can be worse than the pain at times. It may take a while but you'll find the right people with the right knowledge to help you out I'm sure. If sitting at length becomes an issue maybe a standing desk would help?
I've never heard of a standing desk before I just know being in any position for more then 15 minutes or so and I begin to hurt... which is why a tablet would've been nice because I could constantly change positions if needed. I'm going to be looking into finding a back specialist in the area and see about getting a consultation and see about figuring out price. I have though about getting one of those knee chair things..it's supposed to be easier on your back but I think a lot of it is just the position I've got to be in to actually work with my tablet.... which really a continue would probably fix it... which is something I'm also looking into. But yea it's getting to me. I took the two weeks to try and finish everything I owe and I've got very little to show for it. I feel like I'm whining, but At this point I'm thinking about just finishing what I owe and no longer be a full time artist. Which is incredibly crushing.