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Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
harley07, what a horrible experience for your son. I can understand your worry especially with the unhinged ICE roaming in cities and using "skin color" as a determinant of one's citizenship. They don't ask questions first, just gut reactions to their perceptions. I pray for his continued safety.
I spent about an hour doing a preliminary pack of my suitcase, but realized I need to add a raincoat since we are expecting to encounter some in Central America and a light jacket because I sometimes find the A/C on the ship overwhelming if I am just sitting. I still need to decide which jewelry I am taking, so that's a task for tomorrow.
I sorted out my daily supplements and have the daytime meds all counted out in original containers (such a PIA) so I can just discard them at the end of the trip. I will add the nighttime meds on Tuesday night. They go in my carryon so easy to add. I just realized how many meds I take, and would seriously like to see if some could be eliminated. Many are supplements to correct my iron deficiency, B12 to cover that deficiency and D3 for the same reason. I am fair skinned, and use sunscreen liberally, so I am D3 lacking even though this is included in the Calcium I take for osteopenia, it is not enough to keep my D3 above 50, thus the supplement.
cindyny, yeah a day without an injury! You sure keep yourself busy and it seems like you are on target for heading back to FL.
Carole, had a chuckle about your "dream" and thinking you were awake. As far as scales, I will weigh myself at home and agonize at times, but refuse to do this at a doctor's office because I refuse to have my shoes and clothing weight as part of my BMI number. They always say they deduct a few pounds for them, but I have caught them in their lie. Remember what the one meme said about our bodies mostly being composed of water so you are not overweight, you are "flooded". Or as harley07, said you are too short for your weight. I'm using that one since I have not gained any weight, but I sure have shrunk (another thing I won't let them measure).
Now that the Jewish high holiday is over, maybe Sandy will chime in to let us know how things are going.
petite1, love your plans for making the cabin yours. Loved your "used to be petite, now, I'm just tiny".
I got my Flu shot today and ironically the woman ahead of me had the same first name, so we both responded when the pharmacist called out the name. This is the second time this has happened to me in the last few weeks. In the first case, the woman ahead of me in line, had the same name. We got a laugh out of it since it is no longer a popular name.
Trying to finish up some housework and was able to vacuum the living room and dining room rugs today. I even swept under some small area rugs and was surprised to find gritty dirt under them. I have no idea where it came from.
Just need to finish family room and wash the kitchen floor, but that will wait until tomorrow. I'll do a load of wash on Tuesday so there will be minimal dirty clothes waiting for me at home. We get free laundry on the ship, so I'll use that to minimize what laundry I have to do when I get home.
DD and DSIL stopped by last night with DGS and DGD in tow. They had gone to the local high school band fest, which they enjoyed. DGD invited us to her birthday party, but unfortunately we will be on the ship. She was a bit disappointed, but I told her I would bring her a surprise. I already have addressed birthday cards (her and DSIL), and Halloween cards for all of them including cash. DD will take care of handing them out.
It was a beautiful day, Sunny with temps in the mid 70's and low humidity. I hope everyone had a great day and waving "hi" to everyone.
betrayal
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
chdar919, welcome to this forum. Have you spoken to just a breast surgeon? If so. you may want to talk to a Medical Oncologist for a recommendation. I had a mixed dx with DCIS, IDC and ILC so I can't offer any other recommendations about your diagnosis and proposed care. I've had a stereotactic bx (and will never consent to another) for calcifications that were benign. Not a pleasant procedure.
Perhaps someone who has had a DIEP can offer you some insight as to what to expect. As far as average life expectancy that is a consideration, but it depends on your current medical hx. Do you have any other major health issues?
Whatever decision you make for treatment we will offer to support you as much as you want or need.
betrayal
Re: So...whats for dinner?
The first two are the top and bottom of the aebleskiver pan. This one will not work on an electric stove as the heating is uneven. The man explained how to use this as I was "??????".
"Get it hot so a drop of water will sizzle in the pan. Brush a little bit of butter into each hole. Fill a hole about half full of batter, add a couple of apple chips, then fill the hole even to the top with batter. Do each one in order. Then go back and use something to push on the edge of the batter so it rotates all the way over to get the other side cooked. Turn each one right after the other. Then wait about a minute, and remove them in the order the holes were filled."
I use a fork; the handle to turn the balls and the tines to remove the ball.
The next two are the old waffle iron. It, too, will not work on an electric stove. The paddles can be rotated in the base so that both sides of the waffle can be evenly cooked.
The last picture is the plett pan, it is flat bottomed, so it works on an electric stove.
All are so well seasoned that nothing sticks. Even waffles, which have a "million" opportunities to stick, just fall out of the paddles.
Oh, and everything is about 10 inches/25cm in diameter.
eric95us
Re: All about Xeloda
@denny123 My husband and I started a vegetable garden four years ago, and I have to say that since discovering the metastases, it's helped me a lot to stay positive.
We've established a "garden budget" because we also spend a lot on potting soil and manure. We've embarked on perilous experiments, like growing melons at an altitude of 1,600 meters, resulting in a ball the size of a tennis ball (lol). Otherwise, what a pleasant surprise: the sweet potato has given us the honor of four potatoes! Otherwise, the zucchini, cabbage, carrots, and leeks are a real success, despite the spring predators.
So yes, in the village, they tell us it's a lot of investment and work for a small harvest, and that the supermarket is more convenient; but for me, the vegetable garden frees my mind and also heals me.
Otherwise, I haven't worked since the diagnosis. My parents are elderly and need help, so I try to be there for them. At 63, I am very lucky to be able to manage my life this way, and I am very grateful for this period where I am discovering a new way of living, more serene and less stressed. This is called the benefit of illness. Thanks to Xeloda I have enough energy to carry out my activities.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@cookie54 sorry to hear about your mil passing. I hope you and your family are alright. Sending hugs during this time of loss.
I hope everyone is doing the best they can.
thinking of irishlove shanagirl Chicagoan and everyone else going through any challenges.
We are in the 80’s today. The morning was pleasant with a breeze.
@Seeq my DD broke her foot and the boot is a big graduation. May you receive a healing that leaves no ailment behind.
Mara I hope tigger is enjoying the laundry today.
For some reason my grandkids don’t have school tomorrow. They said it’s a mental health day and my GS quipped yeah school is stressful. lol. I’m sure it’s for the teachers!!!
Take care all
Tanya
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
There are amazingly wonderful people in all walks of life; some familiar to us and others not. Stretch yourself and really get to know people. People are in many ways one of our greatest treasures.
betrayal
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
@cookie54 I am glad that MIL was able to have family around her when she passed away, sounds very peaceful indeed. My condolences to you, her family and friends as well and in your pocket sending energy for your busy week as well.
I slept OK, planning chores, some exercises on treadmill, may spray on some sunscreen and take a walk using the walker, not a long walk by any means, just practicing the whole, walk a bit, sit a bit business. Still have the indoor really fast walk on the spot, that just involves pumping my arms really fast so that feet stay in line with arms. Already started lifting my body from laying down to sitting up. Can do myself but this increases arm strength.
Need to finally clear the sink, clean it up and then after clean the sink itself and run some hot water down the sink. Keep the little black bastards from making their way up the drain. They could be coming from another apartment but does not matter. Have a couple of apple cider vinegar traps with a drop of dish soap set up, one in the kitchen and one in living room, does not fully stop them but could be helpful. I am pretty sure that although the litter genie is supposed to be good, I have seen some in the bag in there, might just get a small regular garbage can and small bags done up and stored that way would be better.
I am unsure what I want to have, I have misplaced my tortillas believe it or not, I ordered some recently, going through stuff I set aside. Not really a big bother currently. Planning a possible egg, chili, lentil dish with some actual rice. Planning to open the white rice and stick in a container on my dresser, would be nice to have some real white rice as well. I do notice how many noodle type dishes I have, need to include some meat in those dishes for more protein beyond just the beans. I will clear the sink, fry up a frozen hamburger and mash it up, put in a separate container.
Edit on the meal, decided I want pizza so went back to Walmart, order thin crust pizza with pepperoni which sounded good to me, I ordered the stuff to come in next two hours. I also ordered a storage container which said it will come today. It is airtight and would give another place to store stuff but be a bit smaller. If it does not come today, no skin off my nose. Got more meat pies as well as beans and chips as they were on sale, chili and sour cream ones which are good. This order is essentially free on the Walmart card because I paid for yesterday BUT used another card by accident. Already paid for the card accidentally used. I am also craving butter tarts but decided against purchasing those.
Walmart order on the way with a blue container instead, got queso, meat pies, pizza and such with 2 hour delivery which is nice. It is already on the way here.
I do hope all have a good day and in pockets for anyone who needs me.
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Got my order with the container included, is blue instead of gray, using it to store garbage in and locks airtight. I triple bag stuff and don't throw away organic food, just kitty stuff which is triple bagged as well. My plan for the last couple of large boxes that fold up is to go into the recycle by the front closet and store recycle stuff over there. Lid would keep it neater looking for me.
Pizza in oven right now as we speak, when walmart says within 2 hours, for me usually about an hour. Pay 5.00 for that privelege but thinking I will keep the monthly membership and pay yearly.
EDIT Pizza was good, rest in the fridge. I did get my container and just tossing trash in the container to keep it clear and it is the same size as a gray one I ordered before that I did not receive. Looks more organized in here.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Laughing. I just took a look at the soles of my summer shoes and threw them out. That wear pattern is typical of me.
mcbaker
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
A sure sign of the seasons changing - Carole is back in LA and Cindy is heading to FL. Happy to hear Carole is safely back home. Cindy - hope you get your ‘to do’ list done with minimal stress before heading to Florida.
Chris - it’s great you have voice to text on your computer! Your post came through perfectly and we’ re happy to hear your ‘voice’ again. This should give your thumb time to rest while allowing you to communicate.
Betrayal - your fall decorations are beautiful. Sounds like a wonderful and yummy visit to Lancaster. How’s packing coming along for your trip?
Canarycat - hoping all goes well with the endometrial biopsy. I had the same issue two years ago and it turned out to be benign polyps. Wishing you a benign result as well.
Petite - glad to hear you are enjoying your cabin.
Wren - wishing you no to minimal side effects with the new drug.
I expect Sandy is deep into moving back into her home. I think her HK was coming for a visit so I hope that can wrap things up.
Teka - thank you for the wonderful welcome to October.
Seems that many of us are losing height as we age. At one point I was 5’9”. Now I’m 5’7.3”. Oncologists are very precise with their measuring. And yes, I’ll take that extra 0.3” as it makes my BMI slightly better. I like to joke that my height rather than my weight is the issue.
Have a wonderful Sunday.
harley07