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Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Good morning. I just got back from NC. The bad weather followed me. It is 39 degrees in at my house in FL. I also came back with a bad cold. My niece and I woke up with sore throats on Sat and Sun we were sniffing and coughing all the way back to FL. We still had a fun time, with the exception of finding evidence of a mouse in the house. We never heard it of saw it, but it left nuts and poo in our beds. It had built a nest in my dresser, chewing holes in 2 shirts and tearing up a stuffed animal. We washed all linens and threw away the torn items. I slept in the living room. There was no evidence of it there. I can handle repairs, but can't handle mice. LOL We set traps and my friend in NC will check the cabin for any dead mice. Since it snowed in Murphy, yesterday, it may have crawled back inside.
Welcome to the newest members. I have been on this site since 2019 and most of the ladies have been here even longer. We have grown older together. They have supported me through cancer, the death of my mother and the death of my husband. They are a great group!
petite1
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@tanya_djamila I was thinking of you when I was visiting my brother in St. Pete a few weeks ago. If I had had my own car, I would have tried to meet you for lunch or something. (I guess with Ramadan, lunch would not have worked). It was very hot and pleasant-now I am back to snow!
Best wishes for everyone. I am on Orserdu and Ibrance now. Hope that the combo is working. I am losing some hair and have lots of muscle aches but hoping it is working. Hope that others' new treatments are also effective.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@irishlove I do not have any particular concern about the MRI, it is going to show what it will even if I decide to worry about it. It will be a short appointment and in the late afternoon into evening when I am picked up. No symptoms to worry about either. I am noticing that my reaction time to falls is improving, my ankle strength gets worked on several times everday, do it from the bed. I am sometimes a bit wobbly but able to stand up. I do use the step bench as well. Take one leg, step up and lift other leg and do a hamstring curl after. Usually 3 per leg. Helps my stepping strength.
No plans today, I was up late yesterday because got hungry and ate after nine o clock then decided floor needed mopping, it does look better, mop is still out so after sweep and quick vacuum in living room, will just run it around again.
Laundry will be done, mobile games for some budget boosting as well.
Got some ramen and chick peas heating up on the stove, already used the flavour pack, some taco and some garlic salt flavouring the noodles. I will soon turn off and cover with a lid. I will make a meat pie or two in microwave to go with it. Serve noodles on the side or over top. Put some sort of mayo on it. Later today, make an egg on english muffin.
Other than that unless something fantastic happens meal wise, I hope everyone has a good day and in pockets for all.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Happy St.Pat's to all🍀! I'm just so tired from this switch to Xeloda right now, that I can't really post much more. Also having computer problems and having to do everything on my phone for now. I'm not good at that at all; really like and need a full keyboard. The good part is that the Xeloda seems to be working initially at least. Tumor markers are back in the normal range and onc is calling this "an ongoing impressive response". It's bittersweet of course, because while I'm thrilled to see this fabulous initial response, I can't help but wonder just how long it might last. Scans next month .
I didn't realize so many other have moved on to new drugs also. Good St. Patrick's Day luck to all with these new regimens. .May we all get years and years from these new lines of treatment.
Missing the old family St. Patrick's Day celebrations over the years. My mother always made corned beef and cabbage every year, and I too made it for my husband, kids, and friends for years and years. It's just me now, so pretty much just another routine day anymore. I also learned years ago that no one in Ireland ate corned beef, and that it wasn't authentically Irish - probably just another Irish American thing. Oh well, it's become it's own tradition for whatever reason and I miss sharing it with friends and family.
Wishing everyone here a wonderful day!
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Happy St. Patrick's Day to all. We are going to try to get a seat earlier so the corned beef and cabbage is still available. Seem to miss out most years. @shanagirl Hope you and your family enjoyed your DH's birthday. It's so great to have a family owned restaurant. Just as long as you don't have to do the cooking or dishes. lol
@mara51506 Mara you sound so good that I just know the MRI will be unremarkable. You take such good care of your health, home and kitties, plus friendships too. So glad you aren't worried as that takes joy out of everyday.
To all the gals that changed meds, wishing you a quick response and zero side effects. Please Lord let there be healing. believe in miracles. When I was first diagnosed, the hospital sent hospice to my house. Every medical person that dealt with me never made eye contact during that period of time. I told the MO I just wasn't ready to deal with the news. It took me 2 weeks to come to terms with my diagnosis and I prayed I wouldn't need that hospice program.
MO started Ibrance and Fulvesterant along with IV bone recasting (can't recall name as I'm on Xgeva now). Some of the SUV values were as high as 17. Cancer was in my lungs (pleural effusions), bones chest wall and lymph nodes. It has been a difficult journey, especially with MS. Within 3 months that awful looking scan was slowly improving and now I am in remission. I can't believe it and neither could the Hospitalist, as I bumped into him recently. My miracle as it's exactly 3 years since MBC entered my body. Guessing I'm here to continue to work on my relationship with DD and DGD. I am truly blessed.
Well the bad weather hit, plenty of severe thunderstorms, a few tornado watches and much needed rain. No flooding. My son in Charlotte and sis in PA were under the same weather pattern. We all made it thru unscathed. I hope you all did, too.
In pockets for all your scans and needs, too. Here's to a lovely green day.
Irishlove
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
@betrayal
Yes, hubby and I had been living in Paradise since 2002. Along with the entire town, our home and all contents were incinerated in the 2018 Camp Fire! Our insurance company was good to us, and we were fortunate to find a rental for a while (severe shortage!). We purchased a home in April 2019 where we've lived since then. At the time of the fire, I had just begun 6 mos. of immunotherapy and chemo for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma (in remission since early 2019) so, as you can imagine, late 2018-2019 were VERY challenging years for us!
Yes, I'm certainly hoping/praying that my mammo & U/S next week will confirm NO CANCER!
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Morning ladies, I haven't had any news on the last couple of day didn't know there is unpleasant weather coming for many. Sending safe vibes to all here that will be impacted by bad weather. Fingers crossed that doesn't cause damage.
@mkestrel Sending strength your way as I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with progression. May the next line of treatment kick cancers butt!!! Hugs❤️
Hi to all here , may today be a quiet Sunday for all🙏🌺
cookie54
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Uggghhh just lost my whole post to @mkestrel , @mara51506 @irishlove & @keywestfan ……. Sooo well, I wont repeat everything just well wishes to you all here . Ihave been really a lazybones yesterday and today. So I’m going to get off my butt and go get ready to meet my DD & SILat their restaurant to have a nice dinner celebration of my sweet DH’s birthday. He’s 75 today and healthy as a horse, God Bless him♥️🥰
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@candy-678 Oh no Candy I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your dearest friend. I can only image the overwhelming grief you are dealing with right now. Know that we are all here for you to vent, scream and unload your emotions . Wrapping you in the biggest , tightest comfort hug❣️
cookie54