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Ooo La La! That looks like a mighty strong drink, Native. That should sap up some energy this (gray, drizzly, Washington coast) Monday morning! Hot cha cha! Thanks it's marvelous!!!
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goldie - yes, it's been delayed, proly around 6/22 or 6/29, unless I get lucky and that oncotype score comes back that my drs say no chemo is needed. I'm a dreamer, but I guess there is some, remotely, miniscule chance of that. I'm too shy to ask for your gorgeous wigs without a suitable exchange is what I was saying...I could send you boring old USD or more worms for your soil:-)
NM - 6/21 11:30 am, so add 3 hrs for me. (And a 3 hour drive, each way). Count down, count down, I'm getting so excited for me, but even more for you.
Have a wonderful Monday! I'm feeling great after that electric, thunder drink, woo hoo!
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Yes, Lori, you got it right! Junie's bday is coming up on Friday, but she will be out of town and not sure about computer access, so maybe we should have it early....like on Wednesday? Mid-week might be a good time to PARTAY...(well actually ANY TIME is a good time to party!)!
NM, that Thunder and Lightning drink looks awesome!!!
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OMG!!! I failed to mention meeting up in TUNICA--which is where I met Wahine!!! Probably can't still blame chemo brain, but CAN blame senility!!!! Par-TAY on Wed sounds good to me--or any other time!!! Whenever--the drinks are on me!!!!
Looks like some of that Okla rain crap is drifting our way...surely can't be much rain left in those clouds!!! Have a nephew/family living in Edmond--calls out to see how they're faring-no news is good news....
Am needing much liquid fortification in the days to come....trip to St Louis later this week, then back-to-back kids/grandkids for the next few weeks...guess the B&B is up and running!!!....and gotta work in some follow-up dr visits somewhere!
Taking my bucket out to the pool. Jocks handed me a notebook so I can start making lists for all the upcoming things--packing lists; meal plans and grocery lists; I'm worn out already!!!
BIG BIG Hugggssssss to ALL!!!!
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Wow - that drink looks electric!!!
So, I went and got the old MUGA scan today at the cancer center. I called my onco twice to see if they had any results and when my chemo would start. My husband has to take time off work to go with me. He runs a dept, so it's important that it's staffed. The good news is that the tech who did the scan today seemed very competent and could see my heart. I only saw the heart monitor for about 20 seconds, but everything seemed pretty consistent and normal (not a heart rate all over the place like the other tech indicated). Here's the bad news....
My onco's nurse called today and said the results won't come back for a couple more days!! WHAT??? I don't get it! Last time it took less than 24 hours. And it was done at their cancer center, not another office. I was soooo mad when I got home. I thought about planting myself at the onco's office tomorrow AM until someone can give me some answers!! My mom and husband poured me a beer when I went upstairs to change!
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kittykat--ABSOLUTELY go camp out in the onc's office. You've been through enough without being made to wait any longer. ALL tests can be read/evaluated/etc on an urgent basis, the ordering doc just needs to aks for that. And the doc works for YOU, so insist on getting those results TODAY! I'm assigning Jocks to you for the day, to keep you company and to keep you hydrated. Or if you don't want to spend the day at the onc's office, call every hour. Be nice to the person on the phone, he or she probably can't really do anything about the situation, but leaving a message every hour (better yet every 25 minutes) will leave a pile of paper on the doc's desk that gets bigger every time he/she goes into the office. Put the pressure on, girl, and get those results TODAY!
edited because I'm so mad I can't spell
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My offering for the drink of the day:
Mad Melon Cocktail
1 oz Melon Liqueur
3 oz (chilled) Lemonade
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Damn Heather.......how about we all come and camp out with ya at the docs???? We mad melons in one hand and a shovel in the other!
Junie, I don't know how you do so much! Family in St. Louis or vacation? Which ever, have fun! I see you are getting floods out there J, you got the ark ready just in case?
Beans, I don't want anything for the wigs. And besides, you didn't "ask"....I offered! Best case scenario would be that you won't need them! Ok, I changed my mind. If you take them, when you are done, if they are still wearable....you can pass them on to someone else. I don't know how long a wig will last! Pay it forward!
Thanks Kathy....I was looking and looking and looking. But I was looking for a date! Like Jaybirds627....DOH!
NM, don't edit for spelling. I love typos, they can be fun! And we can make fun of you!
Pretty quiet in here, everyone must be scrambling for the party!
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Wow, I just cannot keep up with you gals!
I've been too busy to post lately but am in London relaxing and thought I'd enjoy my wine with some good company tonight so here I am. Oh, and the Queen says "hi." :::waving:::
I have to say that London isn't my fave city but if I do want a nice pint of beer this is definitely the place to be. Also, they have great Indian food here! Barcelona is nice but I think I prefer Madrid and Malaga. I definitely liked Venice and want to go back soon!
Tonight I'm having a nice, full-bodied 2006 Aussie blend of grenache/shiraz/mourvedre. And with that a snack of French goat cheese on English crackers. Yum!
And, Happy Birthday to all the other June birthday gals! I have vacation days over my birthday so I may just be/stay drunk for a few days!
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Well I have a reason for us to celebrate today.... I got my results back from my MUGA scan and I am ABOVE NORMAL! Amazing when a competent tech does the job! I'm glad my onco had it repeated somewhere else. And even happier that I have nothing wrong with my heart!!!
So, chemo starts tomorrow for me! Woo Hoo (not for chemo, but to get this over)!!! This morning I called the cancer center where they did my scan yesterday. I told them I had an aggressive form of breast cancer and I'm supposed to start chemo tomorrow. They let me talk to the tech and she told me the doctor would get the results today. So, I got a call from the onco's office a couple hours after that. So, my persistence paid off!!!!
I am going to take my chemo list with me today to buy some last minute items. I am excited and scared all at the same time!
Cheers girls!!!
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Hooray for Good News, KittyKat!
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I need a drink. Big melt down today. Lotta boo hoos all day. It's darn hard to work with all those spashes on my reading glasses. Went to chemo class yesterday. Posta start next Tues but still have drain and the oncotype test isn't done and they still don't have the specimen so it still takes 10 to 14 days from when they get it. My doctors aren't telling me the same things and it's so frustrating. I'm sorry to be whining again, but someone once said I was welcome here at the lounge, so blaaaahhhhh, here I am. Feeling totally awful today. I so hope you gals are doing better than me.
goldie - a gift from you would be so extra special and a total treasure. Thank you so much for your kind offer.
whiney bean
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Kittycat - So glad your heart is OK, really don't need anything else. I'm so sorry you and Beanius are having such a difficult time getting everything set up and ready to start chemo. I certainly can imagine how you would be both ready to get going on it but nervous and worried at the same time. I didn't have to have chemo but I think that one of the most amazing things about this site is hearing how many brave women had gone through and have done it and their attitudes and strengths are so inspiring. Anyway, you all have so much love and support going your ways. Hope you both get it all settled and all goes well.
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Bean - I hope you get your answers. I understand the whole test and result drama. It sucks!!! I just finished dinner and a glass of Savignon Blanc. I hope you're able to find a drink of your choice. Hugs!!!
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Good evening ladies!
Bean and Kitty, I'm so sorry you've had these challenges getting started with chemo...it's the ultimate irony- who ever could have imagined so desperately wanting to start chemo?! Come on, you can't help but laugh at how ridiculous it is once you process it all. I remember just crying and laughing at the same time at what a cartoon of my former life my cancer life had become! Worrying about my breast, my heart, chemo, oh yeah- my life! ... one thing after another!!! I went through this too, herceptin is also tough on the heart so I had to do the scans and get approval... it was agonizing waiting to find out. I just finished my 2nd scan and my ole' heart's still ticking good! I have to keep doing them every few months the rest of the year while I'm on herceptin and even a year after I finish.
Bean, I'm crying with you, it's a chemo side-effect!!
Hang in there... Heather/Kitty- I'm sooo happy for you!!! Rest up tonight and go in there tomorrow as relaxed as you can. It's NOT that bad! You finally get to get started- yay!!
Here's to getting on life!!!
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Beanie-{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}
I'm so sorry you are getting inconsistent information. It's so hard to get through all this without that kind of confusion. Of course you can come here and whine, cry, scream, whatever you need. We've all been there, and some (like me) will join right in with you. Have a good cry, then start taking notes. Write down what every doc/nurse/tech/whoever has said to you, then start calling them, one at a time, and tell each one that you are confused-so&so said this, such&such said that, you said something else, what is the true story, and have each of you talked with each other? Keep notes or record every visit. I carry around a 4 inch 3-ring binder with all my notes, reports, etc and refer back to everything when the doc/PA/etc talks about it. Helps keep everyone on the same page, pardon the pun. BTW-someone needs to find out where that oncotype specimen is-was it even sent? Don't be afraid of melting down while on the phone, it's surprisingly effective at making people take note and get things done.
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Recommendation for the drink of the day: Nuclear Meltdown
1/2 oz Midori Melon Liqueur
3/4 oz Bacardi Limon Rum
1/2 oz Blue Curacao
3/4 oz Citrus Vodka
Sweet and Sour Mix
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Ordering a TON of the Nuclear Meltdown Drinks...don't worry gals, we are here for each other, and can whine, cry, as well as celebrate and get drunk! NM, very good advice for Beans! Kitty, best of luck today with your first day of chemo....be sure to let us know how it goes.
Looks like a lot of activity again....very early here at the HTL...but the Tattie Tenders and Wenches are working their butts off getting ready for junie's birthday party!!!! Junie, which of the TT's do you want to jump out of that cake...or do you have someone else in mind....remember it can be ANYONE you want....this is our fantasy place! We kept the g'kids yesterday (yes Lori I am trying my hardest to enjoy them for you!) after swim lessons, and it was a blast taking them out to dinner, as they are mostly used to fast food places. I enjoy them so much, but FINALLY realized why I get so tired, but DH is just fine....well...I am up and down every second doing things for/with them, while he SITS in front of the tv w/ his laptop. What's wrong with this picture???!!! Then when we go to the restaurant, both want to sit by Grandpa....huh???? I guess cause they don't get to do as much with him...but (trying not to get my feelings hurt), it WAS funny...luckily I remembered the even/odd thing and since it was an "odd" numbered day, my g'dau won. I did that system w/ my kids too, and it WORKS...very fair, and no fighting!
Jaybird, I didn't enjoy London either, but never stayed more than 1 night...that wine sounds good...could you advise me on what Aussie wines we should try when we go to OZ? We might want to bring some back too. Still wondering if we can go...hope to find out my dad's results today...and then DH has a big stress test tomorrow. Ummmmm......Pants, I'm still waiting for my Nuclear Meltdown drink!!!!
Melting down like a snowman on a hot summer day,
Kathy
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Good Morning,
I am soo happy to hear others have meltdowns too, I thought I was the only one. It's kind of like PMSx6.
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Hi again, it's a new day and time for a new drink!
Dear Native Mainer, how do you always find the exact perfect drink (cure) for the day??? You are pure genius. Thanks also for the hugs and your great advice, sound, solid, organized and I'll run with it.
Stanzie - thanks for the sympathies and I'm so glad you didn't have to face chemo, that is sooooo fantastic.
Kittycat - cheers to you! So glad your heart test came out normal, that is such good news. Wishing you all the best today with your chemo start and big, huge congrats on actually starting (man, that's quite an accomplishment!!). Let's get this over!!!
Lady_Madonna - I really appreciate your understanding, laughing and crying at the same time and the irony of being anxious to start chemo ...and all the worry, yeah, my life. Glad to hear herceptin hasn't hurt your heart. Well, let's get on with life, you are so right. Some tears here and there, but many laughs too.
Wahine - yahoo, a ton of Nuclear Meltdown drinks...much needed...yes, let's get on to the celebrations and get really stinking drunk. Glad you enjoyed the g'kids. Let us know how your dad is and his results. And what is the stress test for DH? Try to stay cool.
Mari65 - PMSx6, that's a good one!
I think it was the chemo class on Monday that really got me going on a bummer. The "class" was just me and a nurse. The nurse was very kind, organized, seemed knowledgeable and competent...and she seemed like she was one of the most depressed people I've ever met. Anyway, to go through all this stuff about SE's with the grim reaper was a major downer. Then she showed me the infusion room which is extraordinarily drab and has no windows. And she introduced the nurses who will be administering it and I just felt like they were looking at me like I was a freak. It felt so awful, like I'm a pathetic cancer patient in their eyes. Inside I'm feeling healthy and fine and I just have a problem that I'm hopeful and optimistic about getting treated. No one knows the future, but I've decided not to let this ruin the life I have. I hate that oncology place and it just hit home how awful being treated there would be. Then yesterday, the onc in charge of infusions called and seemed annoyed that my surgeon didn't take the drain out last week and she started telling me there's no point in getting the oncotype test and that I have to start next week even if I don't have the results. I have more confidence in my other onc from the cancer center who ordered the oncotype test. I'm thinking of maybe making the long drive for tx instead of going to the local depressing place. I was weepy in the morning, but by afternoon yesterday, I took myself for a walk and got a cell call from my DH while walking and when I heard his sweet voice I just broke down like a baby and was balling my head off all the way home. He was really nice and came home right after and we got out ten bottles of merlot. Quite honestly I have NEVER openly cried in public before. I can only wonder what any neighbors who saw me must have thought. I think I was a good 20 minutes from home when I melted down. There were cars driving by and people in their homes - oh well, gives them something to talk about. They'll have more to talk about next month when I walk by with no hair and a big juicy jug of Nuclear Meltdown - LOL! I think I'll push a cart and load it with umbrella drinks, kleenex, puke pills and whatever else I might need on a walk. Now that should make you giggle. Anyway I'm feeling better today and thanks for the kind words and understanding. It helps so much. Thanks for reading my stuff and for being here. Now where's my drink???0 -
I heard we were having a party. Sure enough. Junie picked out her own party hats. If I stumble across someone, sorry, but I can't see where the hell I am going!
Junie, Happy Happy Birthday on Friday! I hope we have a bashy trashy rollout tonight!
I didn't work today...woke up feeling a little puky. I am feeling some better now. Guess it will be back to the grind tomorrow. Kitty, I was so thinking about you today, and you also Bean after reading your emotional post. I hope you can find some kind of comfort wherever you decide to have the chemo. I guess some infusion centers are certainly more pleasant to the eye than others....but it is really all about getting the correct cocktail....and getting it administered correctly, AND BEING TREATED WELL! Follow ups with my onc were what I felt to be so important. Just to discuss ME and how I felt. It is hard...but somehow....we get through it. This is a whole new life whether you want it or not!
B!tchaway. Is that a drink? NM, keep the drinks a rolling. Monday is your day girl! I will be thinking about you. Kathy, hope you get some news about dad. To all the girls I've missed...grab a hat and come on out! I am going to find Junie and anybody else that is here starting happy hour early. HunkyD0 -
HD, Joining you for an early happy hour....and wanted to get a peek at the party decorations! Looks like a fun, wild, and crazy night is planned. Junie, do you want us to dress casual, dressy, sexy, or in costumes? Puleez don't suggest we wear our birthday suits!!! To get you started early junie, this ML's for you....
PS. HD...that is a fantastic hat!!!!!
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Hunky--what an absolutely PERFECT party hat!!! I love it! Hell, yeah-let's get this partay started early. The cake is out by the pool; not sure who is going to pop out of it. The firemen are on standby because of all the candles on the cake!!! Hope you're feeling better, Hunky--heading out to the pool to find you.
NM-looks like your Melt Down drink was a big hit for today--hope everyone's not too drunk to make it to the par-tay! Kitty, we'll save you a comfy lounge by the pool; hope you feel like popping in for a few minutes. Hope the first day went okay with no hassles.
Wahine, bring your cell phone with you if you're still waiting to hear about your dad. Wew on't let you get so drunk that you can't talk!!!
Big hugs to ALL, and many thanks for all the Happy Birthday wishes--means a lot to me!!!
Grabbing my party hat and heading to the pool-know Jocks has my ML iced down out there. See you all at the pool!
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Looks like a HUGE cake for someone to jump out of! Funny about having all the firemen on standy....actually I kinda like looking at them...LOL. How bout a smaller cake too, that we can enjoy....
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JUNIE, FROM ALL YOUR BREAST FRIENDS!!!!!
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Happy Birthday Junie. Let's get this party started! LOL!
My first chemo treatment went well. No issues. Port was good (chemo port, not wine port - LOL). My husband came with me. We weren't there for very long. They have people that make blankets/throws for their patients. I got to pick from a box of one - got a tan/cranberry colored one. It's crocheted and really nice. I get to keep it, too. I am home now. We got a couple movies and I'm resting on the sofa!
Cheers!!!
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Perfect day for a celebration! Junie's birthday on Friday, and Heather making it through the first day of chemo!!! Glad it went well, Heather!!! This place is starting to get crowded....yay....good to see everyone here! Jaybird, are you back home? Dee, hope things are getting better, and your mom is improving. We sure miss you here! HD, you sure started a run on ML hats...sure some fun ones here!!! Are those limbo sticks I see...oh,oh! Crank up the volume, and lets get this PARTAY going strong!!!!
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Oh, Beans. I'm sorry you had such a bad day. Glad DH was there for you. When my docs don't concur it makes me feel like a child whose parents are bickering. Sometimes I have to remind myself that I am in charge (although of course I do have to listen to them because they are wiser).
Love the hat Hunkydory!
Heather. Great to hear your first day went well!
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I think we should all have hats like HD. Can my hat be made with a Pacifico case? LOL!!!
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Wow--one wild partay!!!! I'm glad I don't have to clean any of this up! The hats are great--who won the best hat contest?
Did someone actually jump out of Junie's cake--I was too busy watching the buff firemen on standby to notice. .
Let's see, we need a drink for today. What would be a good after-party, after emotional day, after first treatment day drink? Hmmm.
This one looks like it will work:
Ruby Relaxer
1 shot1 shot Vodka
1 shot Coconut Rum
1 shot Peach Schnapps
Cranberry Juice
Pineapple Juice
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What a Par-Tay. Junie, Happy Birthday Early!
Love all the hats, great idea HD and glad to see you are feeling better and could join the fun. NM, glad to see our fire guys brought the whole crew and that they are just as pleasing to the eye! Looks like they're getting ready to clean up, after our big bash! Hope we didn't make too much of a mess. Beans, sorry you had a melt down. But I'd be willing to bet that we have all had at least ONE! And what great advice from NM, too bad she can't be yours and Heather's nurse! So whine away, whenever you want. Hooray for Heather, 1 down and goin strong. Keep it going that way! Kathy, we are all waiting anxiously with you for news on your dad and hope DH's test turned out ok. Welcome Mari.....grab a stool (bar stool that is) and a drink. We have lots and lots of fun here, that is our main goal. But we are also very supportive when one of our loungies is having a bad day.
I forgot who said they were a bartender (go figure)! Was it you Lady M? Well, whoever it was, I hope you can take over for NM come Monday. And of course we will need those drinks all loaded up in the bus.
THIS ONE'S FOR YOU J
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