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Whoops... here is the link to the video in the article: https://twitter.com/therealbuni/status/1756718786869104843

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I think he said "Don't drink the water". No Espanola,

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That's hilarious Joel!

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That clip is Priceless!!

It is akin to standing next to a Plane Crash, extolling the virtues of the State Airline!!!

What a Muppet!

Andele’ Jav-Mi!!!!

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Feb 14Liked by Joel Bowman

I hope, for the sake of your family, that you were able to resolve your problem before arriving home.

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Feb 14Liked by Joel Bowman

Joel..I am reading this at work, in the Emergency Room..I am a little suspicious of a diagnosis of gas, certainly not convinced that an ultrasound would diagnose this...however if you are well than that is all that matters. Should your symptoms continue, I would suggest a CT scan to rule rule out diverticulitis or other intraabdominal/retroperitoneal maladies...just a thought. My wife and I will be arriving in BA next Monday. Open to any suggestions of not to miss experiences..

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Thanks kindly for your concern, Doctor. Certainly I'll monitor the situation with your sage words in mind.

As for things to do here in BA, dinner and a tango show is a fantastic experience... so too the many (82 in all) "cafés notables" around the city. Many are down near the theater district (along Avenida Corrientes), including the Confetería Ideal and nearby Café Tortoni. If you fancy a relaxed stroll around some terrific parks, the Paseo de Rosedal is a favorite of ours, as is the nearby Japanese Garden. Also the Recoleta Cemetery, Palacio Barolo, San Telmo markets (weekends) and cobblestone streets around Palermo Soho (for shopping and parrillas).

Anything you need, do feel free to reply to the Notes emails directly and I'll endeavor to do what I can to point you in the right direction. Cheers!

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Thank you, sir!

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Feb 14Liked by Joel Bowman

Glad it was nothing serious.

Our stint subject to British National Health (dis)Service taught us the value of patience. Stealthily, subtly that same mindset has invaded our local healthcare system. Like Kudzu bad ideas often seem unconquerable. At least you have the right and the resources to afford private healthcare. Mind you, I’m not complaining. If I were amenable to joining the Borg, I wouldn’t follow you. In weaker moments I sometimes feel that “resistance is futile,” but not yet.

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Feb 14Liked by Joel Bowman

WOW!

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Hi J.

Great slice of Life down there. Thank You!

One FYI…the video clip will not play…at least on my iPad. It looks more like a screenshot than a link.

Over to you!!

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Thanks, mate. Should be fixed now...

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Why do you refer to yourself in the plural? Is there more than one of you in your body or mind!

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Because that’s what we all decided…

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The US sick-care regulated pharmaceutical insurance system is so bloated and corrupt... Your pithy comparison is illuminating.

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Most people experiencing what they think is a heart attack is also gas. Gas points to the cause being an improper diet or bad combinations of food. Or both. BTW, if you are experiencing discomfort in your abdominal cavity, the remedy is not coffee and meat. Fasting is always appropriate when feeling ill, water only.

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“It’s nothing serious. You’re just full of gas.”

Befitting of someone who encounters the sort of people that statement truly applies to. :)

Not surprising they can provide better coverage and less cost than our so called free market back here, and it appears equally if not higher quality of care providers.

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Hi Joel,

This has happened to me a couple of times as well. A possible cure is to get your body vertical, (maybe tip forward over the back of a soft chair or sofa), and stay that way for a few minutes.

This allows the gas to vent upwards and out.

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Or you could stand on your head and have it go the other way!

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