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Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Back in my 20's—a lonnng time ago—I spent several months in St. Thomas and worked at several jobs there. It looked much the same but I'm sure it's not the same. Especially in prices and real estate.
Cindy, I continue to admire how busy you are and how much you accomplish in a day.
It was cold in our bedroom toward morning thanks to an open window. I pulled up a fleece blanket and slept late. DH was up at 6 am and off to play golf not long after I got up. I am skipping golf and going to the senior exercise class at the gym.
This weekend we "fall back" on the clock.
Happy Halloween.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Yes. I have already had several sessions of OT. I have some exercises for my left hand. Will see an OT in the city to have the custom splint made. Then OT at the local hospital 1 1/2 mile away. A nice bike-ride away.
Cindy, glad your friend made it through this medical crisis so well.
Wren, can you bring a heating-pad with you for your next chemo?
Into light, any reasonable measures necessary to maintain life. IV chemo is not being on a ventilator. Live well, and live long.
Betrayal, your pictures are delightful!!
Sandy, I am happy to see your journey away from home is at an end.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Sandy, yes still, your plate is over flowing! Sad to hear of your son’s marriage breakup. The things going on with ICE make me cringe, and I’m no where near it. I can’t imagine seeing it first hand, and worrying for your helpers. Fingers crossed for a smooth move back in.
Wren, prayers for your chemo treatments. Bring a blanket, there is nothing worse than having to stay there and freezing.
Betrayal - loved the pictures!
I had a lot of errands to get done today. I went to a local candy store for Halloween candy pops - ghost, skull, pumpkin - for goodie bags I make up for grandniece & grandnephew. I usually sent a card & Venmo to nephew because he’s been away at college, but he graduated in May and at the last minute I realized he needed a goodie bag too. Then Aldi’s and $ store for odds and ends. Lastly a stop at gf house to drop off Christmas gifts. I know that part sounds ridiculous, but we leave Wednesday.
I was able to see her husband for the first time since seeing him intubated in the hospital. He looks good - he’s lost 27 pounds, and has a nicely trimmed beard. He says it’s because the food tasted horrible at both hospitals, and he couldn’t shave while hospitalized. He’s scheduled back to PT for the knee on Monday. He was sipping on a coffee and said it’s his first of the day. He said he’d have had 3 by now but it doesn’t taste the same now. We guessed tastebuds are off from all the medications. What a relief to see him doing well. It was really touch and go.
I really haven’t started packing to leave. But tonight I had a book and thought I should pack a few. A few books ended up 10-12! Then I looked at a pile of shirts and shorts, put them where they need to be to get put in my suitcase. It’s a start! I have a list too, haha, which should/will help.
We had rain just about all day long, and it stayed in the low 50’s. Tomorrow there is a wind advisory all day. I’m hoping it’s not too bad so the kids can get out to trick or treat.
It’s after midnight so I can say Happy Halloween! 🎃
Lastly- GO JAYS!
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
wren - sorry to hear you were so cold during chemo. Was this a SE of the drugs? Are you going on a trip soon? Wishing you the best.
Betrayal - beautiful pictures.
Sandy - Oy! Hang in there.





