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Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Chicagoan- I understand how you would be confused/disappointed in the ortho onc appointment. That is strange that he seemed so blase. A 4cm tumor is nothing to take so blase, I would think. I will be interested in hearing about your Oct 18 appointment with the other ortho.
Another thing, would the cancer in the hip cause the bone to be brittle??? As I am sure you know, during hip replacement they drill into the femur to place the rod portion. I would be concerned that the cancer could cause problems with the drilling. I don't have cancer in the hip- not that we have seen on MRI's anyway- but I question if my bones would be unstable for hip replacement, as I have bone mets anyway (just not in the hip area). My doc just says I have osteoarthritis and need a hip replacement. But I have documented bone mets in the pelvis and lumbar spine.
Is there another ortho onc you can see to get a second opinion? I don't know if I trust this guy's opinion.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@irishlove Oh, you will hear from me anyway. I am looking forward to the treadmill being back myself. My posts will probably be happier, who knows. I am sorry your recipe was so salty, never tastes good because of that. I do find that dry seasoning is much higher in sodium so when I want extra flavour, I tend to use liquid stuff like salad dressing, sour cream and flavoured mayo, I measure it as well. My BP can generally be low but get higher when at hospital appointments. Only thing is that when I do not have enough sodium, the muscle cramping in my body sucks the big one so have to stay close to what is recommended.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Good early morning ladies. @chicagoan Well that's gotta be frustrating as all hello. Stress takes such a darn toll, too. I'm not sure what qualifies as true progression, do they need more than one site to consider it such? I don't know. Time for another opinion? I do know that the radiologist report some of the "things" they see that half the time the MO doesn't. I just don't have a lot of faith in findings. Kinda take them with a grain of salt. However, I see how you wanted to move forward with everything and get back on the road again, so to speak. I'm sorry for this mixed news, fear and just plain unfairness.
@mara51506 I thoroughly enjoy your sharing daily rituals. Guess we won't hear from you as much if you finally receive your treadmill. lol. Just kidding. Actually make sure not to over do it. That "bowl" sounded so good. I see that different types of bowls are very popular at restaurants. My DD bought the "fixins" for a gourmet chicken noodle soup. I pulled the chicken off a rotisserie chicken and followed directions. DH and I ate two tablespoons and it tasted like we ate a shaker full of salt. I tried to tone it down with chicken broth that was low sodium, to no avail. Gee bet the armadillo, raccoons and other critters enjoyed it. DH threw it over the fence into the woods. What a waste of money.. We love Dale's seasoning and found it in a reduced sodium receipe bottle. It's great in veggie beef soup, steaks, etc.
@???? Gee, there goes my brain again. I don't want to lose this post so I just wanted to wish you the best on scans today. In your pocket!
Today I noticed some improvement from the injection. Maybe I need a few days for it to really kick in. I'll take it, happily. The headache is gone and my vision is not quite as blurry. Like others have shared, I don't work just want to read a good book, garden and and be as independent as possible.
Saying good night and in everyone's pockets for all your needs.
Laurel
2017 BC Diagnosis…how are you doing?
Hello Friends:💐
It’s been awhile since I’ve checked in. I’m curious how my 2017 friends are doing. Have you had a recurrence? Is all going well? I’d love to know how everyone from 2017 is doing.
I’m doing well. This site has been a huge support to me and I just want to thank you all again for your support.
I look forward to hearing how everyone is doing. Have a wonderful day!
Re: How long have you been Stage IV?
I'm sitting here with scanxiety, not able to open my results until I get my courage up, so all good wishes for these Oct PET scans.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Well, I did call SIL and she said no treadmill today but probably this weekend she thought so will keep my fingers crossed. She also complained that my old mobile walker in the garage is taking up room so I told her to get rid of it. If they bring it back, will put it out on garbage day or a donation place that could just pick it up. I never liked it because my feet would get tangled in the wheels. I also have to lift it and carry it up several stairs. Not interested canes and walking sticks are enough for me and not walking outdoors anyway anymore, would need to be indoors for me to be comfortable. I will make sure house is clean, corner at end of couch is cleared out so there should be enough room. I am excited to get it back. Just need half an hour a day or so and I imagine that my leg strength would improve greatly. I am also glad to admit to myself outdoor walking other than to bus stops if I take a normal bus would be about it.
I also told her that the shopping trip is unncessary, better go out for a coffee or something to eat if we want to visit. My brother is 57 this year and works hard, he might as well take the night off. If there was something I needed from Costco, I am sure they would pick it up.
I will also say, the beans, pasta, queso and tortilla chip dish made two meals today and they were both really good and I enjoyed them. Super filling, did have a few M&Ms peanut after and they were good too.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Good day ladies. Got my covid and flu vaccines yesterday. Still feeling a little nauseous but I have to get a few groceries.
I was definitely hesitating with the vaccines because I think it was only available for certain people. Well, old age and cancer probably qualify me. I didn’t even ask at cvs.
Take care all
Tanya
Re: how about drinking?
Good Morning, Loungettes! Happy Thirsty Thursday! This week is flying by really fast. Tuesday Mom and I drove to August to pick up her Real ID, so that's taken care of (as long as she doesn't lose it between now and the trip!). The next challenge is getting Mom packed, starting with finding her suitcase . . . On a hopeful note, Mom has an appointment to look at an apartment that is opening up in the facility she wants to get into next week. It's a 2 bedroom, and the rent is $1k per month more than a one bedroom, but if she can get it I would be very happy. People on the "priority waiting list" (people who paid $2,500 to get put on the waiting list) have until Oct 9th to express interest. I'm not sure how they decide who gets the apartment after they get a list of interested potential residents, but I guess we'll find out.
I had a CPR renewal class yesterday, was supposed to have 6 students, only had 2. It's become a pattern that an office will say they have 4, 5, or 6 people needing recertification but only 1 or 2 show up. I've been charging per recertification, but I’m going to switch over to a block time approach, since I need 3 recertifications to make it worth my while to lug all my gear and drive to the offices. I know from working in health care that things come up and not everyone can always make it to something like this and I am willing to work with people to get the recertifications done, but sitting in a room doing nothing for 3 hours is boring and not really what I got into this for.
Teka--that desert looks amazing! I had a salted caramel bread pudding a la mode for dessert recently that was as incredibly yummy as that picture looks!
Karen--I live the way you and DD are counting days to the wedding! Enjoy your holiday!
Jazzy--I imagine the opening chaos is at the peak right about now. It sounds like the Ruidoso area is struggling through a really rough time. Glad you enjoyed the Dianne Reeves concert, too. I bet the balloon fiesta is both hated and loved, if it's anything like how the locals feel about the summer tourism in Bar Harbor. Love the money, hate the crowds. Can’t wait to see the pictures.
Morning, Minus!
Carole--warm days and cool nights here, too, which means the trees will start changing color soon. Not sure how much color we'll get this year due to the drought conditions.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak.
betrayal
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Betrayal, we used Viator in DC for the night tour. And we’ve used them for some other trip I can’t remember where.
The play was great, highly recommend seeing it if you can. It’s Neil Diamond's life story told through his therapy sessions, and around his songs. It was like a concert, very enjoyable. Our dinners were delicious too.
I had the tooth pulled this morning. It was done before I knew it. Extraction, bone graft with my platelets mixed in, and a mouth full of stitches. Minimal soreness, took Advil. The Xanax worked well, no stress and I slept on and off most of the afternoon. Only thing I didn’t plan for was eating cold soft foods. Lunch was yogurt and cottage cheese, dinner was more yogurt. I have to sleep propped up, no laying flat tonight. Taking the antibiotic as prescribed. My follow up is 10/9.
I need to shower and get in my jammies. I’ve been in my robe and fleece pants since getting home. It rained, rained and rained some more today. We were in a drought but so much over a few days is crazy. I’ll keep an eye on my basement , ugh.
Petite, I’m glad you were back to your cabin to enjoy it!
Carole, times ticking for your trip back to LA. Safe journey, if I forget to say it later.
Sandy, use the good stuff. Life’s too short to save it. (Erma Bombeck said it I believe)
Harley, sad to know the pool will be gone but I’m hoping they get it done before you leave on your trip. That way upon your return it’s but a memory. Crazy with the permitting.
cindyny