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Happy Monday - I am not sure what I have been doing lately, not much, yet I am getting nowhere fast! I wanted to share my happy, happy news - contrast ct scan and nuclear bone scan July 3 show I am stable!! So I am celebrating 20 months stable, yayyyyy! Icy, chilled beer all weekend for me
From what I am reading above, it sounds like things are well for many, summer can help (we are still waiting for summer here, rain, rain everyday!) For those who have issues with health, family health or just life in general, I hope for good things - actually for all of us!! One of these days I will go back to reading and posting. Cheers!
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Had a decent 3rd & 4th and a rather sucky extended weekend. After the exterminator (monthly anti-tiny-livestock visit) left on Fri., I waited till the stuff dried before putting the kitties' kibble dishes & water bowl back into the kitchen; as I got off the low-slung toilet to head back to replace the "catware," my right lower back went out...again! This despite my squatting instead of bending, and doing my PT stretches every morning.
Sat. morning I got an e-mail from a cousin that another first cousin (who lived in the Westchester area near Mamaroneck) had died Friday after a long battle with "a rare blood cancer" (presumably a leukemia or lymphoma). He had a stem cell transplant but during recovery caught pneumonia. Game over: he was immunocompromised because the new marrow hadn't yet proliferated enough after the chemo & transplant; but anything that could have knocked out the pneumonia would have caused him to reject the marrow and lose whatever remaining immune system he had. (A choice that is no choice). He was an arbitrager whose offices were at #3 WTC--he came down with a cold on 9/10/01 and so called his staff that night to give them the next day off. I'm not sure how close his replacement offices were to Ground Zero--if they were in the neighborhood, I wonder if what was in the air might have triggered his cancer.
Now, he was Modern Orthodox, so he had to be buried ASAP after the Sabbath was over...so the funeral, burial and first night of Shiva (the 7 days during which mourners receive visitors at home and hold a short service, aka a "minyan," each evening) was yesterday. Unfortunately, there was no way I could make it even if I had been able to get a flight on such short notice: my dear friend, ex-boss and mentor was having his 90th birthday party yesterday, and Bob had to back out due to an unexpectedly heavy hospital patient load (with nobody to cover for him). My other cousins in upstate NY and Boston were able to attend; but my sis in VA couldn't--and can't join me even to fly in & out on the same day for the Shiva. Since my cousin's family will be sitting Shiva in the afternoons and evenings through noon Friday, I'm flying out Wed. morning, staying over in the Westchester area after the evening minyan, and flying home noon Thursday. (Tomorrow would have been impossible: I have a dental appt. that could not be resscheduled before Sept.).
The birthday party was wonderful--my boss was in great spirits, sharp as a tack, cracking jokes, and able to blow out the candle on his cake. It was a law office reunion of sorts: my late (AIDS) fellow associate's predecessor (who is now a partner at a Loop firm), and my law school alumnus I recruited and trained to replace me (he now has a consulting firm). Our table included our Rabbi Emeritus, Music Director, and several fellow former Board members. The food was luscious--it was at an Italian steakhouse. DOTD was Prosecco.
And the cousin who'd sent me the e-mail agreed that any time you can celebrate a 90th birthday, you do it, period. We're now at an age where losing our contemporaries is tragic but by no means unusual. As a result, we're planning a reunion trip this fall, maybe in Paris, London. Madrid or Barcelona.
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Mornin' ladies.
Sandy I'm sorry to hear about ur cousin, complications can always make things tragic. I am gald ur able to go their tho. Safe travels.
90th birthday, that's a land mark and it'll be so good to see everyone for u. I was starting to wonder where u were, Now ur back, well I know u know what to do but it doesn't help the pain for now. So I hope it feels better soon. U have lot os plans.
Leslie called last nite, they might be home sooner, first I think money, but I also think it's harder on Les than she thought, she always has to rest a little after doing things and I know there's been no rest. I'm finally getting used to being home alone and kind of liking it. I do know Lucky will be elated when he just hears the car. I have been lucky myself, I've had more people in and out of this hhouse and all the calls, it's wearing me out more. So I' can go and hibernate back in my room soon. Sounds eerie I know but I enjoy it. And I do really miss Joey, oh yea and the other 2.
Lori how are things going for u and ur family??? I pray for all good things.
Hey Jazzy, ur busy as usual.
My BFF called last nite and we had a nice talk, her voice even sounds the same especially when she laughs. I've missed her for so many years it's really kind of sad.
My sister is home but still screwed up with kidneys, No one is exactly sure what's going to happen but she doesn't want to have an operation every 3 months. So we'll see.
I've been busy mostly with A/C work but like u said Kim I've got the new system down pretty good now. I've actually learned something new.
OK Hope everyone has a good day.
LUBS U ALL
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Good morning my loungettes. I have been reading, just not really up to posting. Going back to the doctor today to see if he will give me more IV fluids, even though I have been drinking lots of fluids. Labs on Friday, MO on Monday. My DD has surgery for kidney on 7/31, now she is waiting to see if OB GYN can confirm on the same day.
NM, sorry about Dick and I agree with Jazzy in perhaps an adult day care.
Illimae, great pics, sorry about the sunburn.
Janky, great news. Come back often please!
Sandy, sorry about the loss.
Cami, I'm so glad you have had lots of visitors. Sorry that the trip is wearing Leslie out. And Holy the Cow, how did Joey get so tall???? Do you know how tall he is? How is your sister?
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I cannot remember if I complained to you all about the volunteers at my infusion center. The last Friday I was there (6/28) three adult volunteers each stopped at my chair. Within plain sight were my water, snack, blanket and book. I also have my DH for entertainment! Yet each volunteer asked if I needed a drink, snack or blanket. Each of them wanted to “visit” and asked leading questions in an attempt to get me to chat. One even went so far as to ask when my chemo would end. I explained that I was metastatic and they would never end. She made an excuse to wander off. The real clincher was when a group of about 25 vacation Bible school children came in. They broke up into small groups and wandered the room similarly to the adult volunteers handing out apples and water. Iwas there only three hours and had to deal with eight volunteers! I called the Volunteer Coordinator yesterday to share my concerns about the program. She not only did not want to listen to me, she said the program was working and did not need to change. She said the children had no more germs than adults! She said the program taught them empathy, yet she showed none to me. I just want to be left alone, but it is my responsibility to tell all the volunteers I do not want to “visit”.
Enough! I have to get over this and concentrate on getting ready for surgery. ChiSandy, safe travels. Sorry about the reason. Sounds like everyone is busy with summer activities and visits. Take care. Stay hydrated. And most of all have fun doing!
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Sadie and I are enjoying a lovely, leisurely ayem today. I'm going in to work later as I'm staying later to teach a CPR class this evening. I do like being able to sit and take my time going through e-mails with my coffee, and getting a second cup of coffee! Sadie is back to her usual self, running in and out, barking at the squirrels and getting ear scratches and pettings. Ahh!
Cammy Cat--that kitty has NO BONES!Yup, now you know my secret! Sometimes I just make things up! The hardest part is not using the same recipe over again. Or at least not too close together so anyone notices!
Jazzy--There are adult day cares in the area, but Dick doesn't qualify for them yet. He is still driving some, can be left alone for short periods of time. It's just that he wants her attention ALL THE TIME. Mom has a habit of planning out the day, and if anything interrupts that plan she can get irritable. So when she sits down to do some sewing and Dick wants her help with something right at that moment, she gets upset. Of course, she doesn't take advantage of the times he goes outside to do something, or drives to the store, she spends that time worrying about him falling and getting hurt or getting into an accident. She has talked with his kids, and they are going to start taking him out for the day, or coming to stay with him for the day, aiming for once a week. I think that will help quite a bit and help his kids see how he is doing. It's going to be so hard on them after watching their Mom decline and eventually die of Alzheimer's.It's going to be an interesting journey.Sadie is feeling much better today, and she says "Woof" to everyone! And I am happy in the new job.
Janky--HAPPY DANCE FOR 20 MONTHS OF STABLE!!!!!!!Hang in as you wait for summer.Here we went from chilly rainy yucky spring to hot, hazy, humid summer literally overnight. That brings its own challenges!
Chi--good heavens, you have had quite the sucky weekend, indeed! So sorry to hear about your cousin's death. And sorry you can't be there for the funeral and all of the rites and rituals. It's the rites and rituals we grow up with that make hard times a bit easier to get through. Glad the birthday party went well, though.And I agree, anytime you can celebrate 90 years, do it! And many of us are arriving at that age, I realized that when I was looking at my high school class Facebook site and realized that I actually knew most of the people's whose obituaries were being reported over the last few months. Like you said, tragic, but not unusual.
Cammy--See, I told you so! You can and did learn the new system!You just have to give yourself some time. I have found that the time needed gets a little longer every year, but everyone slows down with age, right?Even the computers themselves! Sounds like Leslie is taking care of herself, that's a good thing. I like hibernating home alone (except for Sadie), too, so I know what you are saying. People are great, but enough is enough!
Goldie--the Adult Day Care option is one that I am holding on to, it's not workable right now, but we all know that Alzheimer's progresses so at some point it will be a good option. I think it will help with Mom getting a break when Dick's kids take him once a week.
Happy Dance Cocktail
Ingredients
2 oz Hudson New York corn whiskey
1⁄2 oz Cocchi Americano aperitivo
1⁄2 oz Routin dry vermouth
1⁄4 oz Green Chartreuse
1⁄4 oz Maraschino liqueur
1 dash Orange bitters
Directions
Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe.
Express the oil from an orange peel and drop in the peel to garnish.
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Morning all - gotta love those Happy Dances - the moves and the beverage! Thank you!
Chi- Sorry about your loss, glad you can celebrate 90 years of living!
Librarian - It sounds like the coordinator needs to take a course in how to respond with people, especially those in a chemo chair!! I too preferred being left alone when sitting there, and feel that our solitude request should be honored as well. Of course some want the diversion, but others don't!
cami - keep the kitties coming! safe travels home for Leslie, I too, found the constant round of places to see and things to do, very exhausting and future trips will be planned around my body, not what my heart wants to do
Jazzy - how are things with you?? Good advise on the Adult daycare, even a few hours of respite are good.
illi - the sunburn looks painful - rest and drink lots of chilled bevvies
Hi to goldie, mema, misty and everyone, wishing us all a great, relaxing rest of summer with lots of healing and stability coming our ways!! Cheers!
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Librarian, I think your infusion center is violating HIPPA. When I was on weekly iv chemo in the open-plan chemo room they would not let anyone in except patients. They said it was against confidentiality rules. The only exception I ever saw was when a deaf patient was allowed to have her sign language interpreter in there with her. Maybe question them from that angle.
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Janky. mazel tov for stable scans!
Cami, that Mondayish-Tuesday kitty is Happy's doppelganger! (That's sort of the same pose he's striking right now).
I will be able to make a "shiva call" tomorrow night (they're supposed to be on the short side, but as cousins we have a lot of catching up to do). I timed it so that (weather and flight arrival permitting) I will be there for the evening "minyan" service, The definition of "minyan" is a quorum of ten Jews of post-Bar/Bat Mitzva age; the Orthodox used to insist it be ten adult Jewish men; modern practice counts Jewish women (and some Reform congregations expand it to ten adult warm bodies regardless of faith). Without a minyan present, a Jewish service--however short--cannot be conducted. (One thing a lot of people don't know: so long as there's a minyan and someone who knows how to lead a service, no clergyperson--whether rabbi or cantor--is necessary; many congregations are so small that they don't even have their own rabbis and usually hire a "circuit rider" for the High Holy Days. A rabbi or cantor is necessary only to officiate at a Jewish wedding--and even that is because states require clergy, judges or registered "celebrants/officiants" to make it "legal." (In Europe, for most religions, both a secular civil ceremony AND a religious ceremony are held separately, and the civil ceremony is the legal one).
Went to the dentist today for my 3X/yr cleaning. My gums have definitely improved, what with the obsessive care Invisaligns require; but there are still some trouble spots due to my prolific "mineral spit" (TMI, I know). We discussed what to do about the now-straight but longer incisor, and decided we can grind some of the edge to match its "neighbor" rather than put a veneer on the shorter one (which had root canal last summer). I switch to my last (hopefully) of 7 trays tomorrow night, and if there will be no "refinements" it will be my temporary retainer. Will talk to my ortho and ask if I should even out my incisors now and re-scan for the refinements or retainer, or have him take a look first at my Aug. appt. and if he approves, get the work done and then come back for a re-scan. Whatever I do, I will have some sort of retainer for life, at least for sleep. I don't mind.
DOTD today was my daily "healthy-carb" treat of an almond milk breve cappuccino (added a splash of whole milk, which was the "carb"). Saving my booze for the Delta Sky Club lounges--I'll need it. (But only one small glass tomorrow--I'm driving from JFK to my cousin's house).
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy Hump Day!BBQ lunch day at work today, yum! The old body is complaining about doing so much extra bending, lifting and such after CPR class last night, but the class went really well, and I'm pretty pleased. Sadie was not so happy with me getting home late, even though I left home late as well. She gave me the back to sit and ignore for almost 5 whole minutes before deciding to forgive me! Such a silly dog!
Librarian--looks like we bumped each other into the pool!Meet you at the swim up bar! Boy, what a time you've had with the volunteers. That is just way too much for someone who doesn't want the attention. The center needs to have some way of indicating when a person doesn't want a lot of volunteer attention. Maybe ask the staff to put a "No Volunteers, Please" sign on your station next time you go in. It's not about the germs, it's about what the patient wants. It makes me madthat you were treated that way by the Volunteer Coordinator.
Morning, Janky!
Muddling--good thought for Librarian!
Chi--fascinating info about minyan and Rabbis and Cantors.Thanks for sharing!Sounds like the Invisalign has worked pretty well for you.Safe travels.
For Chi on her travels:
https://wandpdesign.com/collections/carry-on
For the rest of us:
Fields of Travel
Ingredients
2 oz Hou Hou Shu sparkling sake
1⁄2 oz Green Chartreuse liqueur
2 oz Zucchini water*
2 dashes Bittermens winter melon bitters
Garnish:
How to make The Fields of Travel Cocktail
Add the sake, liqueur and zucchini water to a shaker with ice, and shake until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Top with the sake.
Garnish with a skewered cucumber ribbon.
*Zucchini water: Process 5 whole zucchinis through a juicer (which should yield 1 quart.) Add 1 oz. fresh lime juice, 1 oz. raw cane sugar and 1 barspoon vitamin C powder.
From <https://www.liquor.com/recipes/fields-of-travel/#gs.o47cqp>
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Well, the UTI has returned. I guess the anti b's just kind of worked for the moment, as when I was in the hospital, there was no sign of UTI. So now they are sending it in for culture, hoping it will grow and they can determine the best anti b? But there is a chance it won't grow well, because of the being on anti b in the last few weeks. Got 2 more litres of fluid. This has been going on for a month, I'm tire of being tired and worn out all the time. I haven't done any house cleaning in month! I can tell I have lost muscle from sitting and laying around all the time!
JCS, perhaps they could put red ribbons on IV poles for those that don't want visitors and to let the volunteers know that these patients aren't up to visiting. Pretty simple solution, as I'm sure there are those that don't want to engage but do because they don't want to appear rude.
NM, well hopefully Dick's kids will step up and help your mom out, whether it's just sitting with him or taking him out. He still drives?
Once I start feeling better, hopefully SOON, I will be more apt to participate better! Hi to all. I keep meaning to call or text MemaSue, worried about her and want to know how she is doing. I feel like a horrible friend!
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Mornin' lades,
LORI u are never a bad friend. U just have so much going on now. and now u have to wait til July .31st, oh how is ur DD about that. The waiting is horrible.Lori my sister is have UTI's one after another too but they found it has to do with her kidney which apparently has a small opening to her bladder and her tolerance for anti-b's sounds like hers. They were changing them all the time. She thinks they found the right one now but they found the source. Not that u have that, there's just crazy reasoning for all our stuff. I had them all the tie myself and needed fluids a lot in the hospital with anti-b's then they stopped, but no one knows why. But I'm literally 2 mins. from my hospital so it was all done in a quick manner. I just hope they get to the bottom of this.
JC Lori has a good idea, just tell the staff and u r probably not the only one and they can flag the patients that really don't need or want visitors. And why would anyone be rude about it is beyond me. Everyone has their own private views and should be respected and puleeze kids carry more germs cuz their fingers go wherever they want at any time they want.
Kim I didn't know Dick still drove. Wow u think it's all right. But it is so reasonable for him to want ur mom's attention all the time, cuz that does happen. It's very difficult for ur mom, good idea about his kids tho, that might be a help to ur mom. Give Sadie an extra belly rub from me.
Hey Janky and Muddling. I wish u'd come by more often.
Sandy wow, I love reading ur history, it's just so interesting and glad u can go now. I'm certainly sorry for ur loss, but it will be comforting catching up with ur family and friends. Safe travels Sandy.
LUBS U ALL
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Oh, Lori—not that effin’ UTI again! Hope they can finally get a handle on it.
DOTD: here in the Delta lounge at O’Hare, 2 oz of Veuve de Vernay bubbly and a double espresso (not in the same glass)! Yeah, I know it isn’t even 11 am, but today I think I’m exempt from judging, since it’s gonna be a long stressful day. Catch y’all when I get to the hotel after paying the shiva call
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Yayyy the sun is finally shining, somewhat brightly, shining none the less!
NM - Sadie knows how to 'let you have it' when she is not pleased!
goldie - so stressed about that dang (being polite here) UTI - I am really hoping that the right cure comes out of the cultures!!
chi - gotta love the stronger gums, retainer for life seems doable after all the other 'sh--' we have to put up with!
Cheers!
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Had a lovely visit with my cousin’s widow (and her daughter and grandkids) tonight. We had so much to catch up on, and it’ll haunt me to my grave that I didn’t keep in touch with them until very, very recently. (My mom sided with my dad’s other sister and BIL, and said if this cousin and his wife came to Gordy’s bar mitzvah, my other aunt & her kids wouldn’t attend; and my sister insisted I not tell them when my mom died). I was shocked that not only didn’t my other first cousins attend the funeral or shiva, but even his own sister couldn’t be bothered to fly up from Florida (but she’s a piece of work anyway, having gone through husbands—and lovers—like toilet paper, treating them that way too).
It was all because of a stupid business feud that went back a generation—and cross-generational grudges are pointless & cruel, IMHO. This isn’t 19th century Kentucky and there aren’t any Hatfields or McCoys in our DNA. Maybe it’s because I have only one sibling and Bob has only one first cousin—and my sister & I are even closer than my mom & her sister were, but to me family is everything: it’s the only one we get. I can’t imagine siblings hating each other. And I want to mend fences (even those that were never really broken) as long as we’re still alive. My cousin was fine a year ago till he got MDS—and the stem cell transplant didn’t take. It progressed so fast to “explosive leukemia” that he still looked healthy on his deathbed. Life is short, quirky, and precious.
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Mornin ladies,
It's kind of morning anyway. Yea my kids are home mercy me. I really had a nice vacation, except for missing Joey. Lori he has gotten so tall so fast, so I guess he's doing his growing now rather than later. He's the tallest one in the house and Les is 5'10", so I'm not sure how tall he is but ourcuddling is now the other way around.
Janky u finally got some sun, it's about time. It's been super hot here the furbabies can't really stay out very long.Really no spring here just cold to hot.
Sandy u r so right about family. As years go by and ur away u've been busy and just didn't have time for everyone. Then when ur older it hits u, yrs. wasted on nonsense sometimes. But on my Dad's side there was never a problem we just didn;t get together much, now I'm sorry about that. Cuz we had great times with them years ago. They stayed in Chicago and we all moved to suburbs. U'd thing that was another state so there's no reason for that. So I'm glad ur seeing everyone, of course the circumstances are sad , but u did get to get there.
I miss sleeping with Lucky, she left me and used me oh well.
I hope a good day comes to everyone.
LUBS U ALL
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy Thirsty Thursday! Boy is my body talking to me today!There were 3 call outs yesterday, so I spent the day taking care of residents to help out--bathing, dressing, moving people from bed to chair to toilet, etc, and walking.Lots and lots of walking. I logged 20,929 steps yesterday! All that on top of the furniture moving and CPRing the day before and my body is asking what the heck is going on and complaining bitterly. I've got to be sure to keep moving today to keep from stiffening up. Sadie is doing her part, every few minutes she comes over for a pat or belly rub to make sure I keep my arms moving and keep bending over to reach that belly.
Goldie--You really are going through a time! I wish I could make it better somehow. And yes, Dick is still driving short distances, from their place to the local hardware store from time to time. Mom won't ride with him driving anymore, so when they go somewhere together she drives. His kids are stepping up now that they know what's going on. I feel really badly for them having to go through the whole dementia horror show again after doing it with their mom. And you are not a horrible friend, you are dealing with a lot and have limited energy to do it with, just like all human beings.
Cammy Cat--Dick is still driving some. Mom will not be the one to tell him he can't drive anymore. His doctor doesn't see any reason to stop him from driving. But he does not drive far which is not necessary a bonus, considering the traffic on the road he does drive on, and he has stopped driving at night himself. Sadie says Thanks for the extra belly rub!
Chi--safe travels and enjoy your libations of choice--no judgement here!
Janky--Yup, Sadie is veryexpressive, even without having words! She makes sure that I know exactly who is the boss all the time.Hint--it's not me!
Chi--I am so sorry to hear about your cousin and the family feud. I'm with you on intergenerational feuds being pointless and cruel.
Cammy Cat--Glad the family is home safely. Sorry to hear that Lucky has deserted you, though.Such a fickle pet!
The Great Dane
- 2 oz. gin
- 1 oz. cherry brandy
- 1/2 oz. dry vermouth
- 1 tsp. kirsch
From <https://www.rover.com/blog/cocktails-for-dog-lovers-greyhound-in/>
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy TGIF day!Getting up to some much needed rain this ayem. The garden was getting kind of dry. Did lots of walking around at work yesterday, worked out some of the aches and stiffness from the busy days. It's been cool enough at night to sleep really well. Love this time of year. Sadie is pretty happy, she was up on the bed for some cuddles last night for a while before going back to sleeping on the cooler floor.
Quiet in here today!
Everyone have a good weekend!
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Hey all, just pooping in for a quick post.
NM, glad you got some cooler weather for sleeping and some much needed rain. Not sure when we had rain last, been awhile and temps are either in the 90's or triple digits during the day.
Cami, it does look like the family had a wonderful and much needed trip. So joey must be close to 6' already, wowsa!
Sandy, glad you got to visit with the family. Don't let it haunt you, people often get distant as time goes by, whether for no reason, or perhaps, like you say, the Hatfieilds and McCoys!
Well, I've 2 days of feeling pretty darn good, and so far today feeling good. Need to head into town for blood work, not sure if I want to see results or not!
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Mornin' ladies,
Oh Kim that was a hard day for u. No wonder u've been aching all over. U haven't done that in a while and even Sadie notices. Ur a wonder to me Kim. The people u care for are so lucky to have u always. If the dr. thinks it's all right <I think I read that> for Dick to drive around town, it must be...cuz that's one things the Drs. will tell u right away. But I don't blame ur mom.
Lori it's time u feel good and it's a good feeling mentally too. I don't blame u for not wanting to hear ur results, My dr. always says I change the subject when she gets serious I dont like hearing anything. ut when u feel good u really don't want to hear but doesn't it seem like it has to be better. That u want too hear. Jeez the ride just to go and come home could screw up all ur tests. LOL How's things with ur DD I think of her often. Oh it's funny about Joey, when he was little his Dr. said he's going to be at least 6 feet maybe taller and when my dad felt his feet he said the same thing, of course we didn't think anything of it but I guess they were right. What's funny is my dad use to feel everyone of the grandkids feet cuz my mom's father was only 5" 1 inch and he was always thinking about that with all the boys. He always worried about that gene LOL
Ohhh my phone.
LUBS U ALL
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It is great to read that people in this group are busy with families. It is really hot here and no rain. My DH and I had to attend a graveside funeral this afternoon at 3:30pm.
There was a cooler with water and I took my umbrella for some shade. People were basically miserable. There is a funeral home chapel right there, but no we stood in the sun and baked. The man that passed away was a high school friend of my DH. Many stories told of his wild days and how much he loved his only daughter. Good turn out even with the heat. Still trying to get my house clean in in preparation for surgery. I really want to take it easy for at least a week after. I don’t get this chance too often. Several books at the ready and a few Netflix shows to watch.
Hope everyone enjoys the weekend!
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Hi friends- will write more shortly. Read this article today that was published in the BCO newsletter. I thought it would be helpful to the newbees here going through treatment. We hear a lot of stuff when we are diagnosed and going through treatment from well meaning (but often clueless) people.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/beat-cancer-phrase_l_5c7479e3e4b03a10c230c8a7
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Good morning, Loungettes!Happy Saturday! Beautiful day shaping up here, some t-storms maybe in the evening. The rain yesterday really perked up the garden, but also the grass and weeds in Sadie's yard.Need to get a weed trimmer to cut down some of the overgrown stuff. Sadie came in a very wet puppy from the wet grass last night! Not that it bothers her very much.
Goldie--Hoping the lab work is good and that you keep feeling good! It's about time things turned around for you.
Cammy Cat--Yup, I obviously need to do more active stuff if a couple days of increased work makes me so achy! Talk about out of shape! Dick's primary doctor doesn't agree that Dick has any memory issues despite being told about all the changes over the last few years, and won't test him. It makes for an interesting situation. Funny how everyone predicted Joey would be so tall!
Librarian--too bad the graveside service wasn't held in the chapel, especially in the heat. Good idea to take an umbrella.Stockup on extra pillows of all sizes, they are great for getting into comfortable positions and being able to rest and relax.
Jazzy--great article!Maybe one that should be printed out and given to every newly diagnosed person so they can give copies to their friends and family.
Saturday Night Fever
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz. Sambuca
- 1 splash(es) Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz. Jack Daniel's Whiskey
Instructions
Shake Sambuca and the splash of lime juice over ice. Pour into a shot glass and top up with Jack Daniel's Whiskey.
From <https://www.barnonedrinks.com/drinks/s/saturday-night-fever-8234.html>
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That's a great article, Jazzygirl; thanks for sharing! When I was diagnosed, I cringed at some of the things people said to me, but I cringed even more at some of the things I had said (or not said) in the past when others close to me received a cancer diagnosis. Sadly, it took being thrust into this situation myself for me to have a better idea of how to respond to someone else's bad news. The line I liked the best from the article is this one:
"You can also say something simple: 'I'm so glad you told me. Whatever happens, and whatever decisions you make, I'm with you.'"
It takes away the pressure of being made to feel like you must remain positive and smiling at all times or that you are a failure if cancer spreads despite following through with treatment plans, committing to a low-risk lifestyle, and trying to maintain a sense of normalcy despite pain, nausea, fatigue, and fear.
In keeping with the topic of this thread, I will share that I have significantly reduced my drinking since my diagnosis; no more nightly glass of vino for me, but I do still have a drink now and then. Yesterday, I enjoyed a wonderful glass of montepulciano sitting on the shaded veranda of an old, historic hotel overlooking a small lake with my 82 year old mother (who also enjoys her wine lol) while visiting an arts festival. I savored every last drop of wine in that glass!!
It is a gorgeous sunny day here and I am going stand up paddleboarding with my sister. There is a cute bar on the lake where we paddle, and my sister is always trying to get me to paddle over there and have a drink. (She had breast cancer 12 years ago and is a little more relaxed about the drinking than I am.) Today, I think I'll surprise her and say yes when she asks if I want to paddle over there and have a beer.
Hope all of you have a wonderful weekend!
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