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Re: Life does not end with a stage IV diagnosis (really!)
Hi @xsuzx we’re glad you found us but like @brutersmom said we are sorry that you are here. That being said, this is a great place to land to get tips, lots of information and encouragement. I was clear for 11 years and then received the dx of bone mets almost 2 years ago. The beginning steps can be a bit overwhelming. Like you said after your 12/10 appointment things will start coming together. Depending on your treatment and meds you will find plenty of chats to help you. As far as the back pain for right now, other than icy hot patches and OTC pain relievers maybe you can ask your contact at facility that diagnosed you what they can do for you? Wishing you the best! And keep us posted…
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
martccrn, I am with you on all the false alarms. Mine were all with one side. Began with lumpy at the age of 18.
Reader, I should be writing, but I constantly find myself roaming on the 'net. Is there any cure?
Betrayal, bitter cold, barely above freezing? It is now 28. Sunday's low will be 2, Wednesday's will be -1. Five inches of snow expected tomorrow. Enjoy!
My silverish coat with a hood is permanently dingy. My blue coat is bad after sundown, and doesn't have a hood. I bought a matching hood for it, and realized that our wintertime bedtime potty walks are very brief and do not cross any streets, so the silver is retired.
mcbaker
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
We had a good family meal yesterday. DS makes the turkey and stuffing while DDIL makes amazing mashed potatoes. Her mother brought string bean casserole and pumpkin pie (from Costco, yum). I brought the pineapple casserole and the candied sweets (made from scratch) and they were a hit. I also made up a platter of assorted cheeses, dried apricots and dates, fig jam on the Brie (delicious), and almonds. I had multigrain crackers, and DDIL added club crackers. It was good. I also get delegated the chore of making gravy and I now know not to try to make it in the electric roaster because it would not thicken. Once we put it in a regular saucepan on the stove, it thickened quickly.
It was nice that both sided of DS and DDIL's family could get together. We enjoy her parents and being an only child, that's all the family she has. My DD and DSIL also came and they brought the wine and an apple pie.
Today I have lots of errands to run. I made an appointment to get my tDap updated because it expired in August. I have to pay for the luminarias that we purchased to take part in the annual Christmas ritual in our neighborhood. Two women organize the purchase of plumber's candles and white paper bags and a local landscaper donates the sand for the bags. The majority of the neighbors line the street and sometimes their driveways on Christmas eve at dusk. we usually take a ride around the neighborhood to see them lit. It is such a pretty tradition.
Lastly, is a run to the pulmonologist office to pick up a different mask to try. The one they gave me to wear is doing a job on the bridge of my nose. It remains reddened for the entire day and gets worse each day. Plus it makes my nose tender. I tried a band-aid as she suggested, but the adhesive is doing damage to my face. I guess we'll figure out a plan on Tuesday when I see her.
cindyny, I imagine your blood sugar might be a bit elevated after all those carbs yesterday, but should return to normal soon.
canarycat, glad everything turned out to be good for you.
reader425, lovely baked goods. Were they blonde brownies? I love them and had a friend in high school who made them the best. I have never been able to duplicate her efforts.
Chris, poor Tippy having arthritis. I like the "buttons" story. I am sure your cold weather gets to his bones as well. I know the cold gets to mine.
intolight, I second Chris with "you have paid your dues". I find that as I age, my mental energy exceeds my physical energy and after all the cooking I did yesterday morning, I didn't offer to help with the cleanup after dinner. I usually do, but my back was kicking up, so I sat. Normally, I offer to wash dishes.
I do hope everyone had a peaceful and enjoyable Thanksgiving. Today is bitterly cold, barely above freezing, but sunny. There is a good breeze so I am sure the cold will be penetrating. I hope everyone has a great day and waving "hi" to everyone.
betrayal
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Quiet holiday here for me, loved watching the National Dog Show and delighted with the winner! I think three pieces of pie will do me for today... more for tomorrow's breakfast.
Love to you all, hope everyone can feel some gratitude, despite all our struggles. Grateful for you all ❤️
sf-cakes
Re: My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
Well, hope all have a decent Thanksgiving as I believe it is coming up.
I slept just fine, set an alarm as social worker is calling. Will be another big ball of nothing. There really is no service I need currently and still have not heard from the neurosurgeon office about any appointments coming up. Oh well, called a couple of times.
Above freezing today but once that cools down we are going to be getting a lot of lake effect snow. Not too bothered about it since I have cleats to put on the shoes if need be and two spiked canes.
Not sure about food today, thinking I will stick with eggs, beans, rice or ramen. Something not greasy. Really need to be sure to wipe out grease from beef when it is just the regular beef next time as greasy tastes good but not good for you.
Talked to my social worker, nice chat. No services right now because I do not know what will be needed. I did find out that a surgical resident has taken a look at my MRI, my social worker told me that so hopefully whatever happens the consult happens soon. No symptoms and no worry on my end but would not mind finishing up with the surgery part sooner as opposed to later. Thinking of SIL and her mom who is dealing with lymphoma and SIL is dealing with something too. I would like not to monopolize her time. Only thing nice about brain surgery, chemo is paused for a little bit. At this point there is no new anxiety because there has been no new growth except original surgery site and still not sure if this cyst is benign or metastatic but both could cause issues if brain swells up and that really sucks.
I have laundry on the go, thinking about food as I am quite hungry. As stated, thinking about eggs, beans, cheese and rice or ramen as my go tos and I want to chop up beans and eggs to start post microwave, add some cheese and put all precooked rice. Another option is either meat pie or found a queso bowl, that is also an option.
Forgot to post this earlier, hope days were good and was in everyone's pocket too.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Waving Hello to everyone. I've been reading but not commenting too much. I've had a lot of ordinary days, cleaning and shredding in my office and cooking more than usual ( taking meal to new mom at church, baking for a few events). I do think I've cooked more since moving south than I ever did when we lived in DC! I don't generally mind, as I like to cook.
Pies were my contribution to family dinner today, and brownies for the littles. I hope everyone had a good day and has a good weekend ahead.
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
I hope all of us in the US had a happy Thanksgiving.
We gathered with our neighbors and had a great feast. I’m overstuffed.
Fasting for bloodwork tomorrow morning. I hope all this food in me doesn’t throw off results. We’ll see.
cindyny
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
Thanksgiving is really a holiday that allows us all, if only for a day, to stop what we're doing and consider the wonderful people in our lives and the opportunities we have, and have had.
betrayal
Re: Can we have a forum for "older" people with bc?
AAA Light! You have paid your dues. Enjoy, and be grateful that you have family willing to do the cooking.
mcbaker