TIME TO CIRCLE THE WAGONS GIRLS
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Hey Everyone,
Just a quick fly by.
Cheri, keep up the good work! The PT is hard, but it will pay off.
I didn't take notes or read back, I'm sorry. I just want all of you to know that I am truly thinking of all of you. I have several sites to go back and forth from and I am running out of time!
Hugs!
Jan
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Good night to all!
Gee, I'm surprised they didn't throw Amy, Cheri and Me in the Whiney tent last night!! Glad all are doing better.
Cheri: It's probably me, but I couldn't get on your site either. Sounds easy, but not for this lady!
Suz: Haven't heard back yet? I'm assuming all is well, but it sure would be nice if they would call and tell you that.
Hope Jack feels better in the morning!
Margaret: I was so fit to be tied last night that I would have gladly handed over the "planning" to you. In fact I did so good that we ended up with TWO hotel reservations in Phoenix!!
Dress is bought.........found the Shell, Cami today.
Airline tickets...........3 flights booked.
Hotel (2) booked.........hope I remember to cancel the first one!
Booking Car Rental in a couple of minutes...........what a rip............it costs almost $100 more to rent at the airport than off site!
I'll work on the San Diego Hotel this weekend!
Lisa: What kind of weather can I expect the first part of November? I'm clueless! I know it is still warm in Phoenix, and assume San Diego is also....or atleast I'm hoping! Still don't know exactly what we are doing while there..........I know the Zoo for sure and I'd like to go to Sea World. I would love to meet you and the others around there..........Time will tell (literally!)
Hugs,
Denise
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Evening ladies,
Was exhausted after chemo last night so came home climbed in bed and watched Kid Nation then crashed.
Well the verdict on the port today is I have to open that wound, (it's about 1/2" deep) with these very pointed tweezers and clean it out with alchol and then put neosporin in it twice a day. Then I have to go to the clinic once a week for them to check it. Which means missing 1/2 a day of work on Wednesdays until it heals or they decide it's not going to and remove it. He's trying not to make me replace it. so I'll try this for a while, sure hope it works!
Wish I could just get someone else to do it though.
Becky, welcome to the circle pull up a log and sit by the fires we have three and they burn bright for all to share the warmth and friendship they bring.
Candie, you'll be getting stronger everyday and before you know it the knee problems will be a thing of the past. My niece had both knees worked on at the same time a few years ago. She's back to running. I know we are older and don't heal as fast so remember to give it time.
Sad to hear we've lost another sister to this beast. My sister called me and told me of another gal that has been fighting this for the last 10 years. She called her family and friends to say goodbye and then she too left this world. It made my sister very sad and she had to call me to see how I was doing, (I saw her Sunday). I reminder her that we can go at anytime for any reason. That I'm just fighting harder than some. I made her laugh and knew she would be ok. She's very sensative and has lost 5 people this past month to one form or other of the beast.
Cheri my friend, I know you will do everything you're told with this PT and the other treatments, You Have to! Cause we're all coming to your house next year! and beside aren't we having 3 legged races???
Ok I need to go lay down and rest I've got a full day of work ahead of me tomorrow.
Love Hugs & Prayers from Amy to Z
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Well I might get a call from school tomorrow. Audrey got a nice shiner on her eye from some girls head at soccer practice tonight. Nobody even knew it and Audrey scored a goal in the scrimmage right after it happened. She didn't even stop! I didn't see it because I was sitting on the other end of the field and my eyes aren't that good. She's got a huge bump and I know it's going to be a nice black and blue tomorrow. It looks like she got punched in the eye. I wanted to tell her coach about it and she was really against it so I didn't. She hates any attention when she's hurt, always has even as a toddler. She's so tough but she hates being called that too! She iced it for 20 minutes every hour (3 times) until bedtime. I hope it feels and looks a lot better come morning.
Candie .. I think you'll find alot of agreement about how wrong the media portrays BC. It's such an individual thing and even those who work through it and say it's doable really can't say it's doable for any other individual. I hope your knee feels better soon.
Shirley .. Pink Ribbon toilet paper??? Please tell me you're kidding!
Cheri .. So glad to hear that PT is going well for you. You are one amazing woman. The problem is you have every right to whine and I think it's good for you to do that occassionally. But don't worry, I'll get you back next time! hahahaha
Shel .. I hear you. WTH is the cure already??? I didn't know Shelli but my heart broke and I cried when I read about it and saw the picture of her with her beautiful young family. Now This is what the media should be talking about..Suz .. I think it's a good thing too that you didn't get a call regarding your CT scan but jeez ... I'd have to know. I'd call them. Oh I hope your youngest feels better soon. Seems to be a lot going around right now. My kids love that show too. We missed it tonight though.
Jan .. I'm on four different sites and it sure is hard to find the time to keep up with them all!
Neesie .. Wow, you could get a job as a travel planner if you so desired. Glad things are coming together for you!
Cy .. That sounds like a real hassle with your port. I hope it works for you too. You're very admirable but please take care. You're dealing with so much right now! I Love your attitude though, it's inspiring.
Tomorrow is my last fill so I have my darvocet on stand by. I best go check out the other sites.
Thinking of everyone from A - Z and wishing for happy days and happy nights.Love&Hugs,
Charlene
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Good evening Circle. Been a really long day. So Gina, Neesie and Nicki, none of you can get into my little forum? What's the deal, I've double checked Gina when I read she couldn't get in and I don't see any reason she can't. Neesie, I don't think you've ever resistered and Nicki I can't remember if you've registered or not. I'll check it all out and get back to you.
CherylCY, I'm trying like the dickens to get well for Pinkstock next year. Don't you have anyone who can help you with that wound? Now you need someone so ask. What about Scot? You must have some family that help you. I wish i lived closer so I could help you with it.
Hey to the rest of you girls, wishing you all a peaceful nights rest.
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Good morning circle family. Good night Peter - hope the CPAP machine allows you to get a good night's rest.
What a week at work!!! We had two surprise visits by the state inspectors. All went well but my goodness you should see my inboxes. Oh well, one day at a time. Thank God for a good day's work. Due to lack of time, I skimmed through the post and will address the group instead of individually. So, here it goes..... For those receiving chemo today have an uneventful, pain free day. I know you can kick bc butt!! For those having PT...be strong, and push hard. You can do it! For those having tests...don't forget to breath and hang in there. All will be okay. For those with ill parents, family members, or having family troubles...have a peaceful day. Remember God is in control.
Glad to see we two new sisters. Welcome to the circle. Glad you decided to drop by. Pull up a sit and join us by the camp fire. We are a chatty bunch so don't worry about catching up with everyone. Just jump right in and share your stories.
Okay, got to run now, work awaits. Have a good day. I'll be back later.
Love and hugs,
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Good morning sweet family...gotta get Nate up and ready for school in just a few minutes...
Whew...gonna be a busy day.
Cheri pal...I'm glad the PT is going well and you are able to keep your therapist. You'll be out there fishing again before you know it. Hugs to you. Oh...I don't do politics either LOL.
CY...oh my on the wound...that isn't fair...enough is enough. Sending you hugs for your day.
Really have to run...darn it...life is interferring with my board time...hi to Candie and all our new girls...
Love to everyone
Vickie
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Wow! This is incredible. I cant believe I have 2 posts on the same page. Very quiet here in the wagon circle.
I just spent most of my morning in the Hamptons. Wishing everyone a wonderful day.
Suz: Sorry your youngest came home sick. Start taking some air borne - as you dont want to get sick yourself. I hate this time of the year. Too many colds going around.
Neese: Your trip sounds like so much fun. Hoping you have a great time. The only trip Im going on is the one where my rubber soled shoe gets caught on the carpet.
CY: Ouch! Alcohol on the wound? That must hurt like heck. Just wondering if you could get a home health nurse to help with the treatment. Im so sorry your having to go through this. Sending you bigs hugs this morning.
Cheri: I got your invite, but I cant open the site by just clicking. I would like to see whats going on in the spa. Guess you thought I was ignoring you - but Im not, as you are a good friend.
Odalys, Vickie, and Charlene: Im waving hello to you.
My time is up. Time to hit the showers and off to work we go.
Nicki
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No time to read back so I will just start in here.
Denise, did you book your flights from Phoenix to San Diego? Southwest has some cheap airfares. How did you end up with TWO hotels in Phoenix?
CY, can you get a home health care nurse to clean out the port area? Your niece had both knees worked on at the same time?
Charlene, congrats on your last fill today.
Nicki, I never get sick - was taking airborne all day yesterday - I got a frigging cold and I'm flying today! I hate colds especially - give me the flu in bed sick for two days rather than the rumny nose for days.
Peter, I'm flying to Las Vegas today so I'll be thinking of you tomorrow night when I see the Australian Thunder From Down Under male review.
I'll try to check in this weekend but not sure I'll have access to a computer so everyone from Amy to Z have a good weekend.
Margaret
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Just a minute before I have to get ready to head into MOM's!
I've got to start visiting the Hamptons before I come here............seems by the time I get there I'm either pooped or running late!!
I have read that Madison posted a picture from Pinkstock and I can't find it....can someone tell me where it is????
Also, where is the picture of Shelli and her family?
Nicki: That's the kind of trip I'm best at.........the rubber soles!
Margaret: Yes, I booked a hopper flight from PHX to San Diego...just didn't want to be in a car for 6 or 7 hours. Don't know if my DD is happy about it or not, but oh well! I had booked our hotel in PHX and when I told my Son he said not to stay there cuz of the area. Last night I started looking again and "think" I found a good one!
I'm a small town girl and always have been.........so get me in a big city and I don't know what is good and what is bad!!
Okay, hoping all have a great day and I'll be back tonight!
Hugs,
Denise
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Cy that sounds like it would make me faint!
Shel, I just want to hug you and tell you I miss you girl.
Nicki, everything is crossed for you and your job!
Doorbell
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shel- Hard foobie hugs to you. I tell ya, sucker punch in the gut everytime. It hurts bad, especially when so young with babies.
Nicki - positive job vibes to you.
Margaret - rained a bit yesterday, but back to the flip-flops. Closed toed shoes on Monday just about did my feet in.
Angel - Hope you don't get a call from the school. My niece was teasing her dog and he scratched her eyelid. The high school counselor called her in and gave her the third-degree. Called my sister and did the same. She's adopted and it made my sister very nervous. Scared the crap out of both of them. My niece will never tease the dog again.
Lisa - Forgot to mention way back that the gal smoking the bong on the freeway in San Diego was probably my DD's best friend. She has a scrip from when she went to school up in Santa Cruz. Amazing pot-head she is, she had straight A's all through HS and college, well one B. Maybe that's what I need.
Didn't take notes. Hope everyone has a great weekend. I'm hosting Bunco tonight. Chili Colorado burrito and Margaritas. Aye, aye, aye!!!
lini
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Anybody see this yet? It's pretty awesome!!
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07262/818608-298.stm
The full speech is on the abc good morning america website.
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Just popping to say hi!! Haven't been here at bco much since all the changes. My thoughts go out to Shelli's family. I don't know if I ever "met" her but none the less she is a sister. DAMN!!! Regarding RR and chem. As long as they don't trivialize it, I don't care if she works or not. I worked through this whole damn journey. for me it gave me some normalcy and allowed me NOT to be a victim. I had my chemo on Thursdays. I had TAC chemo and the effects were cumulative. I took Thursday and Friday off and once had monday off as well. I won't say i was functioning well at work, but I was able to do much of my job, just at a slower pace. I went for IV hyrdration and anti-nausea meds on Friday, Sat and Sunday after each chemo. Just like all our journeys are different, so is how we choose to live/lead our lives during it. I did not do much in the house like cooking or cleaning during Tx. I just wish they would mention that some people are well enough to work during chemo and others are too ill too, or have too demanding job to work. We are all individuals and there is not one right way. We don't need any guilt regarding this or to made to defend what we are doing. Lets stay real. I know I am preaching to the choir - so now how do we get this message out to the public and the media? Hugs from Denver, Karen
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Just popping to say hi!! Haven't been here at bco much since all the changes. My thoughts go out to Shelli's family. I don't know if I ever "met" her but none the less she is a sister. DAMN!!! Regarding RR and chem. As long as they don't trivialize it, I don't care if she works or not. I worked through this whole damn journey. for me it gave me some normalcy and allowed me NOT to be a victim. I had my chemo on Thursdays. I had TAC chemo and the effects were cumulative. I took Thursday and Friday off and once had monday off as well. I won't say i was functioning well at work, but I was able to do much of my job, just at a slower pace. I went for IV hyrdration and anti-nausea meds on Friday, Sat and Sunday after each chemo. Just like all our journeys are different, so is how we choose to live/lead our lives during it. I did not do much in the house like cooking or cleaning during Tx. I just wish they would mention that some people are well enough to work during chemo and others are too ill too, or have too demanding job to work. We are all individuals and there is not one right way. We don't need any guilt regarding this or to made to defend what we are doing. Lets stay real. I know I am preaching to the choir - so now how do we get this message out to the public and the media? Hugs from Denver, Karen
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Just popping to say hi!! Haven't been here at bco much since all the changes. My thoughts go out to Shelli's family. I don't know if I ever "met" her but none the less she is a sister. DAMN!!! Regarding RR and chem. As long as they don't trivialize it, I don't care if she works or not. I worked through this whole damn journey. for me it gave me some normalcy and allowed me NOT to be a victim. I had my chemo on Thursdays. I had TAC chemo and the effects were cumulative. I took Thursday and Friday off and once had monday off as well. I won't say i was functioning well at work, but I was able to do much of my job, just at a slower pace. I went for IV hyrdration and anti-nausea meds on Friday, Sat and Sunday after each chemo. Just like all our journeys are different, so is how we choose to live/lead our lives during it. I did not do much in the house like cooking or cleaning during Tx. I just wish they would mention that some people are well enough to work during chemo and others are too ill too, or have too demanding job to work. We are all individuals and there is not one right way. We don't need any guilt regarding this or to made to defend what we are doing. Lets stay real. I know I am preaching to the choir - so now how do we get this message out to the public and the media? Hugs from Denver, Karen
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Just popping to say hi!! Haven't been here at bco much since all the changes. My thoughts go out to Shelli's family. I don't know if I ever "met" her but none the less she is a sister. DAMN!!! Regarding RR and chem. As long as they don't trivialize it, I don't care if she works or not. I worked through this whole damn journey. for me it gave me some normalcy and allowed me NOT to be a victim. I had my chemo on Thursdays. I had TAC chemo and the effects were cumulative. I took Thursday and Friday off and once had monday off as well. I won't say i was functioning well at work, but I was able to do much of my job, just at a slower pace. I went for IV hyrdration and anti-nausea meds on Friday, Sat and Sunday after each chemo. Just like all our journeys are different, so is how we choose to live/lead our lives during it. I did not do much in the house like cooking or cleaning during Tx. I just wish they would mention that some people are well enough to work during chemo and others are too ill too, or have too demanding job to work. We are all individuals and there is not one right way. We don't need any guilt regarding this or to made to defend what we are doing. Lets stay real. I know I am preaching to the choir - so now how do we get this message out to the public and the media? Hugs from Denver, Karen
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Good morning ladies and gent..
I just got home from playing two hours of tennis..then a quick shower and off to lunch..
Denise..would love to see you also when you are here in San Diego..what are the dates again??
I know November but which dates......it can be warm or cold then..depends so we just layer here, but I am betting on long sleeve shirts...bring along a light jacket as it will probably be cool at night and near the water..
You might also like Coronado to check out the Del Coronado hotel just to walk around. There is also Cabrillo National monument at the end of Point Loma that is definitely worth driving out to see..
You would also like poking around La Jolla..do you have a AAA book for Cal??Cheri..I had two PTs one I liked and one I didn't. I switched to the one I liked..
Char..sorry about your DD black eye..that goes along with the sport I am afraid..I was an athelete in high school and college and came away with some lulus.
Hope you don't go back to bowling balls today
Hi Candie..fellow CMFer..I had a horrid time with it..but again we are all different..I wish anyone well who goes thru any chemo!!!
I had terrible diarrhia for two years and had to use Depends to go out along with my throw up bags..what a nightmare..Suz..are you smarter than a fifth grader??
Hi Jan..
CY what a verdict..yuk..
Vickie...I just get so tired thinking about all you do..wow what a dynamo you are
I know Sherloc is having fun with herMargaret..back to Vegas again?? you will have fun I am sure
Lini..the bonger could be your DD friend..haha
I had two sons that went to Santa Cruz and one to Davis..luckily they didn't get into that stuff (that I know of--they are now in their thirties)Karen..I agree with you about trivializing chemo..
Hugs all around, So Cal
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Lini, you and I have a lot in common - both do volunteer for Assistance League (or in my case, we're an auxiliary of the Assistance League), play bunko, and closed toe shoes hurt my feet. We try not to have dinners at bunko anymore, too hard to have a dinner party for 12 mid-week, some do though. I just hosted last week and did heavy appetizers.
Lini, that tape was pretty inspirational.
Margaret
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Good afternoon Circle. Hope all is having a good day.
Margaret, have a great time in Las Vegas! Gosh, it's been years since we've been out there. It's been years since we've been anywhere. LOL
Lini, have a good time tonight hosting your Bunco. (I don't really know what that is, a game?)
Nicki, shoot no, I didn't think you were ignoring me. I thought those on the list that said they couldn't get in needed the link so I sent it to them again. It's a pvt forum so each person has to register and I have to approve before you can get in and wander around. Sorry. Drop in and register any time, though. We'd love to have you!
Same with you Neesie!
Infusion went without a hitch this morning so I guess it's getting to be old hat to me. If you work at it I guess you can get used to almost anything. I shouldn't have but a couple more weeks or maybe less...or maybe more. LOL it's just a crap shoot
Been doing my PT exercises. Oh man, I have been too lazy too long. I should've at least been doing something to keep my other leg/foot limber besides hopping on it using my walker. I've been walking further and more often with my walker and putting more weight on my foot. If she's wanting me on a cane next week then I have to be ready. I go back to Iowa the 4th of Oct. and he wants me walking without assistance, just my cam boot. That's not very far away. So, I am making progress. WooHoo
Hey to Vickie, Odalys, Karen and Socal. Along with Janny, Iris, Charlene, Marsha, Jazz, Shirley, Sheri, Amy, Brenda, Carrie, Deese, Z, Gina, Gus, Boo, CY, CherylG, Christine, Susan, Donna, Madison, MB, Robin, Jankay, Liz, Candie, Suz, Tricia, and I feel like I'm missing someone but can't think who it is. I tell you, since I was dx'd I just don't think straight. Couldn't have anything to do with getting older! I did a stupid thing this morning. I wrote out a check to the bank for cash this and sent my husband to town to cash it. He's finally napping now cos he really was running it into the ground, I think he doesn't realize that I do stupid things all the time, cos he's gone so much. LOL Anyway, I wrote the check to Central Bank. There's no Central Bank in this town. We've lived here 9 years and have had the same bank all that time. The cashier sent it back out to him and gave the name of our bank and I'd written the check to a bank we'd used 9 yrs ago before we ever moved here. Don't know why, i didn't even give it a thought. It just seemed the natural thing to do. Maybe subconsiously I'm missing those days cos they were good ones. Life was so good. Who knows, I am turning into a real bubble head and dh got such a kick out of it. I didn't used to do stupid things very often. Those days are lost forever. LOL
Wishing you all a wonderful day.
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Good afternoon circle family,
Just popping in as I am waiting for Nate to get home so I can grab him and get to the church to photograph the rehearsal then the dinner...whew...I am totally beat. My feet hurt like crazy and I slammed my thumb in the car door...tore the stupid nail off...hurts like hell. But...I got home to a very sweet surprise from my secret pal!!! Made my day!!! I actually felt lighthearted for the first time in a while so thank you secret pal...you are a doll.
Cheri pal...I do the same bubble headed things all the time. I don't even care anymore...I just laugh it off. I wish for the carefree days back again though. Love ya...miss ya...we need a good rip roarin cyber party!
Love ya Lini, Lisa, Karen, Margaret, oh heck...everyone. I wish I had more time. We are missing Snowman in Thongs...shes been awol for quite some time...can someone track her down.
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Vickie
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Hi girls, it seems like forever since I've posted here. I've just been in the pissy tent and may be there for a few more days. Not sure why either. LOL
Cheri - I can't get into your site either hon. Hugs to you and you're doing great with your PT.
Neesie - my nephew lives in Phoenix - well one of the little suburbs of Phoenix. He loves it there. Have fun.
Margaret - have fun in Vegas! I've never been but do think I need to go sometime soon.
Vickie - OUCH! You do to much. Practice saying NO - I'm sorry I just can't do it this time.
CY - I'm so sorry you're having to experience another problem. You are such a strong woman and I know you'll get through it. Know that I'm always thinking and praying for you.
Has anyone heard from Mena? I need to call her I guess.
Off to read and I'll be back soon.
Hugs from the pissy tent!
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Margaret - Haven't been to Vegas in over two years. Used to go at least twice a year. I gotta get out there soon. We do Bunco on Friday nights and everyone brings something to share. Hostess does a main course, drinks and prizes, others bring salad, appetizers, dessert.
Cheri - Bunco is a dice game. Pretty no brainer unless you're drunko. Fun outing for the girls.
Vickie - "No, thank you" needs to become part of your vocab. You're just too sweet. Come on, girl, put yourself first. Have fun anyway. Take a couple Tylenol for that throbbing finger. OUCH!!
liz- lots of girls missing right now. I'm thinking it's the change of weather. lots of us have anniversaries around the corner, and well, we lost another sister. Too sad. I've had a couple of light panic/anxiety attacks today. Hate 'em.
Everyone have a great weekend!!
lini
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Well, I just cant believe it. I have now had 2 morning and 2 evening posts and we are still on the same page! That has to be a first for me.
Never mind! It finially worked - we have started a new page. I dont know about all of you, but Im still having problems navigating here on bc.org - I know they are working on it, but its taking me forever to get on the site and post.
Got home from work and spent the last 1 1/2 hours in the Hamptons.
MargaretB: I cant believe you are getting a cold right before your trip to Las Vegas. Hoping its just allergies and once you get there the sympoms go away. Hope you have lots of fun.
Neese: Hope you visit with your mom went well. I have been going to so many places, Im confused, but I think I saw that picture in the Hamptons. Great picture of all of you.
Lini: Good to hear from you. I worked with chemo too. Was the hardest thing I have ever done in my life.
Vickie: I was looking for you, glad I found you. I was just thinking about Tracy too. Where is our Snowmen in Thongs?
Cheri: Im gonna check my email and see if I got the link for your site. Hahahahaha, Im sorry but the check story is funny.
Liz: I went on the chat yesterday. Havent done it in such along time. Confused alot of the oldies cause my name is chemosabi now and they knew me as Nicki.
SoCal: So where did you go for lunch and what did you have.
OK - dinner time and I have to go.
Karen: hello
Hello from A to Z.
Nicki
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Hi Nicki...I went to the Macaroni Grill and had canneloni..very good I must say and sorbet for desert...I had lunch with a gal who I got to know when our husbands were stationed on the same ship and were gone for six months..that was 31 years ago now..hardly seems possible..
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I have read with great sadness the passing of Shelli. I never knew her but when I saw the picture of her and her family - so young, such a beautiful family you just think "NO, NO, NO". Enough.
We are all forever changed. We know the pain, we know the issues during treatment and the after effects. Some of us will be just OK and then some of us won't - it is almost like a roll of dice sometimes.
Take care, my sisters. It is good to come here and the Hamptoms and Cheri's place, Jankay's jokes where we are free to share with others that understand.
Loving hugs, Brenda
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Hey Sisters,
Just been chatting to Janice on im around 10 pm your time,and she had to call 911Janice was stuck on the floor and unable to move
Spoke to a rescue squad member and they are taking her to hospital for a check up she may be in overnight or couple of days
Nothing else appears wrong with her, but they will carry out a full check up
Janice requested I post here and at the hamptons to let you all know not to worry to much.
Maybe time to put Janice in the middle of the circle for a little while
Peter
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Normally I have trouble posting on bco at the moment, and blow be down it posted twice. Unable to delete the second post, so will do some editing.
Would just like to wish all my sisters from A to Z a safe and happy weekend. I have posted more at the Hamptons, and hope to post more
frequently here in the near future.
Candie, Yes mate it is daytime down under when you are sleeping over there, approx 14 hours time difference between this site and the the time in Melbourne. If it is 10 pm on Friday in the states, my time is around noon on Saturday morning. Hope the leg is getting better my friend and there is not to much pain over the weekend.
Peter
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If there are any new ladies reading The Wagon Circle you have came to a wonderful group of women. I joined this group last Nov. and it has been a Godsend. I was fresh out of tx (2 surgeries, chemo & rads) and was feeling so lost. I read this Circle of ladies that all seemed to know each other so well. They seemed to genuinely care about one another and their lives. I was impressed and it only took a few times of reading this thread before I jumped in with both feet, asking if I could join or did I need an invitation. It was a desperate move on my part because I'm normally a little backward when it comes to new people but I wanted what these ladies had. The understanding that I didn't have in my life from anyone that 'got it'. These ladies welcomed me with open arms and kindness that was so amazing. It was no time at all until I found myself here as much as I could. Friends are so easy to make and they are made up of every stage of breast cancer. From the newly diagnosed to ladies going through a second journey, to having mets & all the way to remission and not knowing how to get back to 'normal'. We've laughed, cried and celebrated one another. We have stuck together.
If you are brand new to bco then please understand that we are going through a computer system change and it has been very stressful and difficult for everyone. While the problems are worked out here, the founder of this thread (nosurrender) has created another site and most of our people have chosen to post there due to it being very user friendly. But we are still here. I don't want anyone that's new to think this is all there is to this forum. We have several members. Actually, right now is a very good time to be new here because there's not many posting and it's not fast paced like it sometimes gets. It's a perfect time to get acquainted with a few of us. So please, jump right in and tell us a little about yourself and you'll be warmly welcomed.
Hey to Marsha, Amy, Janny, Jazz, Charlene, Iris, Shirley, Gina, Vickie, Odalys, Brenda, Neesie, Carrie, Susan, Sheri, Socal, Karen, Suz, Tricia, Gus, Boo, Nicki, Christine, Donna, Candie, BMD, Shel, CY, CherylG, Madison, MB, Margaret, Robin and I imagine I'm leaving some out but that's all I can remember right now.
Jankay, hoping your 911 call was just a normal call and everything is alright with you. Let us know when you feel up to it. I know you get so tired of having to call them. Prayers going out for you.
Liz, hey sweetie. I hate having the blahs or just that rotten feeling that you can't explain a reason for having. Hopefully yours will pass soon.
Wishing all of you a peaceful, restful sleep.
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ouch ouch ouch ouch ouch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thank you god for drugs. My ps was going to put 60cc of saline in each breast but I was still so full and tight from my prior fill two weeks ago that he stopped at 50cc in each. I don't know if it's because he saw the pain I was in or the fact that I couldn't breathe well or if it looked like they might explode if he filled them any further and I don't really care.....I'm just glad he stopped. I'll get through it with my darvocet and muscle relaxers but the next few days are going to be tough! Neesie you made me laugh when you commented on Karen asking about my "feels". ouch, it hurts when I laugh!
But I still can laugh so that's a good thing.
Audrey is so brave .. too much sometimes. Yep Lisa, this isn't the first and it won't be the last time my athletic daughter get's banged up! The swelling has gone down but it's still there. She says it doesn't hurt but it still looks like it would! Her teacher asked her in front of the entire class what happened and Audrey answered "nothing". She told me she didn't want to say it in front of the entire class. I can't understand why the teacher wouldn't have asked that privately. Audrey told some friends when they asked her later but she's kind of shy in that way and doesn't like to talk about herself getting hurt. The school never did call me. Maybe because it was a half day and everyone just wanted to get out of there for the weekend lol
Okay, off to take more drugs, thank you god for those, and I'll be back later.
Love&Hugs,
Charlene0
