Illinois ladies facing bc
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Wendy....I knew you'd get hooked on Lisa Gardner. I've read them all and can't wait for the next one. Which one did you read?
Off for breakfast and a round of golf.
Catch you later.
Ritaq
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Wow, you get up early! Wendy, you were writing at fiveish and pretty spunky in topic, at that. Yeah, I got mixed reviews of the "boob" part.from my own girls and the BC thread. It appears to be somewhat generational...with Wendy and her onc with the younger women. The poor young thing that sent that school district wide email asking for support for her causes, was saddened she upset me and I ended up comforting her! Several of our parents are BC survivors, plus we have some very conservative families in our district . Maybe the message here is know your entire audience before you assume something when sending an email. I have made mistakes in that area as well. Her intentions were of course only for the good. Have fun today.
Oh, Juliet, we are all rooting for you.
Susan
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Good Morning Ladies!!!
By now Juliet you should be getting all prepped & ready! Good Luck! I've often thought about reconstruction, but I'm chicken!
What is with this weather??? What happened to "global WARMING??" It's cold outside, OK I can't complain, you are a lot colder than us on the west coast!
Planning a peaceful day today, only have to go into work for about 1 hour and not even 1 Dr's appointment!!....But there is groc shopping....my least favorite kind of shopping.
Hope every has a great weekend, the girls still in treatment, hope treatment is gentle to you.
Karin
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Hi Ladies!
Well, I've been feeling pretty good for the last few days, so I have been sewing up a storm! Believe it or not!
Secret project is going well.
Wendy - You are one BRAVE girl! I am so afraid of the dentist.
Juliet - thinking of you today! Good luck!
tdbear - nice to hear from you! I keep up on your weather because my Mom lives in Bellingham.
Rita - Sounds like you are having a great time in FL. Wish I was there!
Boob(s)...I use that word all the time with my friends, along with "tits", "the twins", (not twins anymore here!) but neither of my Dr.'s have used that word with me, and I would be somewwhat offended if they did. Zap, I think you are right when you say it's generational, but it's kind of a respect thing as well. For example, my kids have always used the words above to describe breasts, but they don't joke about what Mom is getting tx for. It's Breast Cancer.
Speaking of tx, the dreaded chemo is on Tuesday. This will be tx #4 of 6. I am ready. I have the 2nd season of "The Sopranos" for my entertainment. I put a few meals in the freezer for Jim.
I have set a date to go back to work, 4/13. 3 weeks after my last chemo tx. It makes me feel better to know that I have a target date in mind for work, like there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I am really looking forward to going back! But remind me of that in a few months! HAHA! At least I have a job to go back to, so many people don't these days! And with me being in the automotive business......well, you know...
On that note, I need/want to go and sew. I hope everyone has a nice weekend!
Carol
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Hi Girls - Hope you're all doing well. I'm still feeling crapp*. Ear ache again...chills. blah, blah, blah.
Wendrew - No puppies...leaning toward not getting one.
Juliet - Hope your sugery went well.
blackjack - Sorry...I hope you're not mad at me.
carol - Keep feeling good!
As for the ta-tas, etc. - At first I was quite shocked by it... and I really felt offended. But I guess now - I'm kind of used to it. I don't like seeing baseball hats with fake boobs on them - that some of the girls wear at the walkathons. For me, especially since I don't have any, it's a little hurtful and insulting. JMO
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HI Girls,
Just popping in to say hi. MIL is out of surgery now and doing well . She bossing the nurse's around and talking about cooking.lol She is in a little pain but not to bad. My mom is doing better and didn't have to go in the hospital today. She is on more antibiotics...so it is a wait and see. DH is off to sunny Florida with the boys so for me I am suck at home and nursing the mom's. What's wrong with this picture. lol
Laura...you need to go see your md. Maybe a warm vacation would help..I hear Mexico calling your name.
Rita...how is the golfing. I do miss my beach chair...I am leaving in 2 weeks for LV. I am sooooo excited and I can't wait.
Wendy...I hope you didn't bite the dentist. lol Now we get to see the pearly whites right. lol
Carolberry...good luck next week. sending you a big hug. Glad to see that you are sewing away.Have you thought about your dreamy new br...
Juliet..missed seeing at the hospital.But a new you is waiting for you...yeah
tdbear...how are you. are you coming into town soon. we can plan the lunch bunch around you. just let me know.
Jackie...how are you. hope the weather is not to bad by you. we really need to think spring.
Smerf...leaving soon for more snow. will miss you. hurry back to play lol
To everyone else missed I hope you all are doing well . Check you emails re: the lunch bunch date and time. I hope you all can come for some fun and laughter...Girls just wanna have fun !!!!
Gotta run to check on the mom's....have a great day
Remember to be healthy...be happy
Blackjack
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HI all -
I use the words boobs often, but for some reason when I hear someone else say it, it doesn't sound right. I think it just depends on the context. My daughter picked up on the word bosom in a movie. After I explained what that was, both my kids think it is a hilarious word and they go around calling each other bosoms.
Glad to hear you have something to look forward to Carol. I hear you - I actually was glad that I worked during chemo as it kept me busy.
Hope everything went well, Juliet!
Glad to hear you MIL and mom are doing well, blackjack.
Have a great weekend!
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Hi everyone.....just too pooped by the time I got home from work yesterday to stay on here....got here and then before I even started I had to go fix Dh some supper. Anyway, things are ok here. Laura, you are way too sweet to get BJ mad with you. Besides she is too busy with the Moms to even notice I bet. Hmmm, I am trying to rethink the boob references......I guess I would just say I'm not real fond because so often I've experienced the word boob as a synonym for a not very bright person......and that just bugs me royally. I think Susan sort of hit it since this word was used when I was growing up more.
Laura, you may be leaning but wait till you are feeling well.....a bit more energetic before you make any decision. I think losing Buddy was sort of a freak thing......although truth is most of our companion animals get so many of the same diseases we do, but you did create a wonderful existence for him while he was here....and I hope you will think of that often. Dogs have relatively short life spans ---- lots of cats do as well, so in our lifetimes we generally will possibly lose many pets. I try to focus if I can on how I might be able to make their life good while they are here rather than the sadness when they leave before me. Ok, nuf' about that.
My lunch with BIL did not happen. Long story, but there was a discovery that I had been communicating with Dh's daughter. At least BIL finally let us in on what the problem was --- well somewhat. Seems we told a couple of other people what his sister told us --- forced on us is closer to it....and we only told them after Dave told us to do a disappearing act ---- because we had all been spending a lot of time with these three people and they were going to notice we were not coming around anymore.....and we preferred to tell them why. The other thing was that I made some facial grimaces. Bearing in mind....Dave was not there that day ---- my wonderful SIL reported all this to him......three weeks after the conversation. So, we were put in exile far as I can tell for 6 months because of ---- did I read that right....facial movements. I told Dh, forget lunch. If I can't move my eyebrows when I am around your family ( who have something really loose upstairs ) I think I'd just as soon skip it for now.
These are not dumb people by the way.....but something is loose.
Ok, I'm going to go feed myself now. It's been a long day and I'm going to get into jammies right after I eat....probably throw myself into my recliner and try to stay awake.
See ya'll later.
I'm thinking about Florida sunshine right now.
Jackie
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Hi all-
I am unable to reply to messages from my Yahoo. I have parent teacher conferences (the last ones in my life!!!!) on that Wednesday and Thursday, so I am unable to attend the dinner. My loss, for sure.
This is so very long distance, but if ladies and families are doing the September walk that Laura kinda spearheads for this thread, I would like to have a brunch or whatever after the walk/race. I would do the walk, but could prepare in advance a brunch after the walk. That 5k is very leisurely so we should be fine for a brunch. I recall one year we had Laura and her husband, Rita and Dave, JanClare and family and me, my DH, daughters and grandchild and it was heavenly walking along Lake Michigan together. It was (in my opinion) difficult to walk together and then just say good-bye! A brunch could ease that transition.
Laura, correct me if this is not in September.
I live about30 minutes north of the city, and would be happy to help you with travel plans in terms of places to stay should you wish to make this into a "rendezvous" weekend in the city!
I still am wondering about JulieB. I just love that girl, her family and their spirit. Maybe I missed a post.
Connie, I always remember singing "Rock My Soul in the BOSOM of Abraham" when I was thirteen and going to Catholic school a million years ago. The nun got so angry when we all halted and then giggled at BOSOM in that song. My current 8th graders have no clue what a bosom is and your story is so cute. I love it. Shows how whimsical words are, doesn't it? Then I was mortified to say "bosom" and now we call it a breast and some of us are just fine with boob. Being an English teacher who is fascinated with words, I get excited about words. I know. i am a geek.
Have fun, ladies, this weekend! Rita, it is going to be 55 here! That is almost Tee-off weather.
Susan
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I dont know anything about the Sept walk that Susan is talking about but that sounds like something I would enjoy doing with everyone.....including my husband.
I have been so busy back at work....I barely have time for anything.....long days and very short nights and sometimes I still get tired. I do read what everyone has to say though....and I am still so very grateful to have found all of you when I needed you most.
Have a great week end.....hoping all is good for Juliet
jan
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SUSAN - I think a brunch after the walk would be great! I would gladly bring a "dish" or two - I have two in mind... a breakfast egg casserole and a hash brown cheese casserole... both are deeeelish!
Jan - The walk we do every year is awesome! We have lots of fun and because we're survivors - we get lots of goodies! lol Registration starts in July - I organize a team named NO SURRENDER... it's usually the last Saturday in September.
This is my niece at last year's walk:
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Oh gawd...due to the fact that I slept through most of this day... it's 4:20 am and I am wide awake. This sucks.... My temp at 4:00 was 101... took Tylenol and slept on and off... right now... I am wide awake as the country is sleeping.... I hate this.... anyone up? NOT... hoping you're all in dream land...UNLIKE ME! LOL
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Laura, it is about 1p.m. where I am. I am supposed to be working.
Take a bath, read a book or something. Forget about sleeping.
However, with a fever of 101, do something. Take another fever med. and lay on the couch vegetating watching a DVD/video or surf the internet or something. Just hope you don't have a busy day planned. Pamper yourself.
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Just a note. By nature of living in a time zone 8 hours different than Illinois, I may well become the middle-of-the-night-and-I-cannot-sleep support person. Bring it on.
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Morning! Gosh...it's 43 out and I see grass everywhere! We had the window open last night in the BR and I slept from 9:30 til 6:30! I've been waking up at 3-4am all last week so this was a treat.Laura....have you called your doc? You've been sick now for a week.....
Sharon....pics please! I have no idea what it looks like where you are....
Blackjack....yes, that picture is wrong! You need to be in the sunshine, and your DH needs to be taking care of the Moms! But I am so glad that they both seem so much better! Why are you mad at Laura? LOL...only kidding...I don't think you ever get mad at anyone!
Rita....I have read...."Hide" and "The Killing Hour" and am halfway thru "The Next Accident". I see I am not reading them in the correct order tho, but that's OK. Gonna be 56 here this afternoon with sunshine....
Jacks....OK...JMHO...but your inlaws seem a little strange! Have them invite me to lunch...I can make funny faces for hours...really screw with their minds.
Susan...any baby news? And you are not a geek...just an educator!
Carol....OMG...#4? You are thisclose to being done! Hang in there....are you coming to Pompeii?
Juliet...thinking about you! Post when you can, honey!
Gotta run.....have a glorious spring day! We so deserve this and nice that it came on Saturday when most of us do not work.
Hey Karin....good that you are posting again! We so missed you!!!!!
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Morning Girls.....awe spring is here. The flowers are blooming and the sun is shining...right. well maybe in a few weeks we will be there. My mom and mil are both doing fine. Running back and forth for meds and dinners I feel like the meal on wheels girl lol. But glad that they both are feeling better. Now I really need the LV trip.
Wendy... I am not mad at Laura I could never be mad at her. She missed our breakfast date because she is not feeling well. Glad to see that you can make the lunch bunch yeah !! Are you taking the Z out... tops down fists up day.
Laura...please call that md of yours. That flu has been around long enough. Do you to need meals on wheels. lol Maybe I can out do dh in the kitchen. lol Maybe today can be a goat day too.
Rita....having fun in Florida. DH is down there now and out on the boat. I am sooooo jealous that he is on the water and enjoying that sunshine. We miss you back home. Hope you are getting lots of rest and sunshine.
Juliet...hope you are home and resting now with your new look. Please come to lunch bunch to show off your new girls!
Nursejan.. how are you doing. Hope all is well with you and dh. Can you come to lunch bunch we would love to meet you. Did you get your new job as bs coordinator..
Jackie...are your furry freinds enjoying the nice weather. How is your friend Maggie doing..hope she is feeling better.
Susan...we had parent- teacher conf. this week. I am soo glad that they are over. We will miss you too. Count down to June yeah!! Have you found a place at Green Lake for summer yet or are you staying in Lake Geneva. Any baby news yet.
Karin...how are you doing. We have missed you posting too..
Smerf..have fun in the snow...
To everyone else I missed I hope you are all doing well and hugs to all in tx.
Well gotta run. It is time to do meal on wheels for moms then off to a party tonight. I too can play while the dh is away lol lol Girls just wanna have fun lol
Have a great Sat. enjoy this gorgeous day...Live...Laugh...Love
Remember to be healthy...be happy.
blackjack
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Good Morning everyone.....and it is going to be a beauty. It melted yesterday, all through the night.....and will naturally keep going strong with the warmth and sun today. I'm sure going to be loving life totally again. I think I have needed this as too much bad weather and --- just like farther north I start feeling a little squashed by it all. I didn't mind the stuff so bad for myself.....but well, so many people with their cars in the ditch.....and then Maggie who had to stay in her house for several days etc. I know about many of these people but it's the many more who have a difficult time of it that I just know are out there struggling too.
Maggie has been able to get out the last few days now to selected areas ---- not able to visit the ferals, but that was ok....she didn't need to, I kept going and on my work days.....the lady who runs the Humane Society - House of Hope here got her son to feed for me. I try not to have to ask them because they live so very far out west of the city ---- much farther than me on the East.
Laura, it sure seems like you need at least a consultation with your Dr. here. You are suffering and your body sounds like it's confused more than anything. Hope you will go to CVS, Immedia-Care or whatever is available and make sure you are on the right track for what is going on with you. All these weather changes so abrupt are difficult on so many of you. I will admit that ( knock on wood ) nothing I do....with my un-buttoned coat, and oops forgot my gloves and no hat so my hair won't get messy when I'm going to work, and yikes I got my feet wet.....seem to cause nary a stir to my system. However, I do think many of you need precautions, maybe plenty of them......and Laura don't forgot you are stressed from your recent loss. Ok, I'm going to shut my big yap.
Interviewing today for a permanent home for Buddy. A teacher and her husband are coming by to meet him. We have high hopes but who knows. We have been trying for nearly a year. Most people want a small dog and not a mixed breed. Buddy is New Zealand border collie and Lord Knows What. To those who might not know....Buddy has his name because for two long months I tried to get him to get into my car from where he had been dumped and he was afraid.....and not knowing his real name I called him Buddy. After I got him home ( long story with a vet who tranquilized him ) I was trying to decide what to call him and realized I'd called him Buddy for so long that nothing else would fit him well after that.
Hope you all have the best day possible and know each one of you is thought about and appreciated everyday.
Jackie
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The universe is one great kindergarten for man. Everything that exists has brought with it its own peculiar lesson. The mountain teaches stability and grandeur; the ocean immensity and change. Forests, lakes, and rivers, clouds and winds, stars and flowers, stupendous glaciers and crystal snowflakes every form of animate or inanimate existence, leaves its impress upon the soul of man. - Orison Swett Marden
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No - I haven't called my doc! This isn't the OLD DAYS when Drs actually worked on Saturdays.... I will call Monday IF I'm not feeling better by then... honestly - PARANOIA aside - I think this is a virus.... anti-b's won't help it.... time will though. And... if it's NOT a virus... well... I just don't want to know what it is! I know, I know... dh is pisse* at me too!0
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OMG!
What a gorgeous day! I have windows open! My Honey is in the driveway washing the cars. Fresh air never smelled so good! Yeah, I know this is IL, and we will have a foot of snow by next week, but such a nice break!
DD2 is on her way from Ottawa for an overnight visit without kids. :-( She needs a break once in awhile. I remember what it was like to be a stay-at-home-mom. It will be nice to have some one-on-one time with her. Tonight, we are attending a party for the 50th birthday of 2 dear High School friends of mine. When DD was little, she saw these "aunties" all the time, but time and circumstances have led us from each other. We do get together about once a year, and it is a blast each time. It's a hen party, so it could get very crazy.
Speaking of crazy, I'm glad that they are having this on a day that I feel good, because tomorrow I start with the 20mg per day of Decadron for chemo. I will be having fun and not sitting there crying and being so depressed that everyone will want to go home. That Decadron makes me feel like I'm insane. I hate that sh*t. Three more TX's....I can get through this!
Everyone enjoy the lovely day!
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OH MY what an incredible day........
Laura......I would VERY much like to be a part of that walk....my husband and son and daughter in law would like to do it too if thats ok.....so please keep me in mind when you start to make your plans or tell me how to sign up if families arent going. I cannot do the 60 miles at least I dont think I can and my daughter in law was going to do the Susan Komen one in August but we are thinking Jimmy Buffett concert instead......
Michele (blackjack) I dont think I will be able to swing that lunch bunch night.....I already have my hours and Im the late nurse which means 7pm or later....it would be after 8pm by the time I got to you.....unless I can find someone to take my late night which I will try but never hold out much hope for.....the nurse navigator job has been temporairily put on hold until later in the spring or summer but they know Im interested. DH is just about back to normal whatever that may mean :)His short term memory loss seems nearly resolved and his searching for words is much less....he is having a semi surgical procedure the end of February if all his sx are resolved. I want to meet you and everyone else very much also.....
Susan....I hear from JulieB from time to time and everything is going well
Time to help DH wash the cars.....its hard to believe it was only 18 degrees on Thursday....enjoy it while it lasts !!!!
jan
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Yup, it is gorgeous here too! No news on the baby. My DD had contractions last night but they are gone now. The good thing is the weather is fabulous so she can get out there and walk a bit in an effort to move things along a bit.
I am going to a baptism tonght. My cousin's daughter decided to be a Catholic at the age of 14. I am then going to be her sponsor for her Confirmation in a month. This is called fastforwarding all the sacraments. Seems like a pretty mature thing for a kid that age to do. Her parents are not Catholic, but she goes to the Catholic school as it was the better educational option over the neighborhood public school. Her parents are feeling somewaht overwhelmed but they are dealing with it. Being an 8th grade teacher, it is good that they asked me as I do undertsand that age so well. It is a passsionate time in a kid's life and she could certainly be choosing more harmful lifetsyle choices....let's face it.
I will let you know when baby 2 makes the scene.
Susan
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Hi everyone.
I've been a bit absent- have popped in and scanned, but have been so overwhelmed by work and family issues that I haven't had a moment to post. I'm home tonight with my four year old who has been vomiting for two days straight-- nasty stomach bug. She finally slept last night and I thought we were in the clear, but she just lost her dinner and is despondent. I have her tucked in, watching a movie and sucking on ice chips at the moment. I'm pretty certain I've caught her bug-- no vomiting, but definite stomach distress. It's been just an exhausting weekend and I fear more of the same tomorrow. Part of the deal with little kids.... She's being a trooper, but is terrified that she is going to "fwow up" again.
I'm enjoying my first two month break with no doc visits in- what I thought back about and realized- is A YEAR. I am going to have to make appts in the spring for my first round of MRIs and checkups. After 8 years and a once a year visit, I'm back to high surveillance and appts every 3 months for the first year. And I'll be a wreck. But for now-- I'm "putting that on the shelf" and am just not going to think about it for these two months.
What a gorgeous day it was today. The kids are I just took a walk around the block and my son wanted to know if it meant summer was coming soon. Funny how relative it is-- were it summer, we would be shivering and miserable in 50 degrees-- but today, after weeks of 30s and worse, it felt tropical.
Have to get back to my daughter- hope everyone is well and I'm going to try to make the lunchbunch dinner- maybe see some of you there.
Juliet--- waiting to hear how you are doing.....
-julie
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Hi everyone,
Surgery went very well. I was home by 2:30pm & having my celebratory Happy Meal by 4pm. I'm very sore, very very tired... but in good spirits.
I had some capsular contracture removed from the BC side & then the implants replaced with larger ones. I can't really see much since I'm in a binder - but I just have a feeling that I will be happier.
I will admit I am too tired to read all of the posts from the past few days, sorry
But I did see the email about Lunch Bunch & I do plan on attending (I will email blackjack to make it official).Thanks for thinking of me yesterday ladies... I'll be back soon. Hugs & love, Juliet
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Hi Girls... gawd... it's late and I am so tired. Have been thinking bout Buddy all day...Please don;t think I'm weird, but I miss him so much... I didn't realize how much of my life he really was. I will get over this... but I reallly miss him... and I want so much to move on,,,,,Please let that happen soon!
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Morning! It was a truly glorious day yesterday. I did take the Z out and I would have put the top down (there were a LOT of tops down out here!) but with all the puddles (or lakes I should say) and all the splashing I would have drowned before I got home! And I see it is going to be mid-60's on Tuesday...OMG! I cannot wait! Too bad it won't last - only Feb. after all.Juliet....you sound so relieved that it's over! And I am sure you will be happy...and we're happy that you are coming to the next "lunch" bunch...can't wait to see the girls! You know we will be peeking....
Laura...sorry you are still so down but it's normal. Time will heal...you just have to go thru the paces. How's your virus? Did you take the goat out for a spin?
JulieB...sorry your little girl has been fwowing up! Hopefully she got some rest last night, and you too!
Jacks...snow all gone? We still have parking lot piles, and of course the piles by our driveways but most everything else is gone.
I'm running a bit late for me so gotta scoot....have a wonderful day ladies! Like Blackjack always says...be happy!
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Morning Girls,
What a great day it is outside..is spring here...maybe. Looks like we have a nice group for the lunch bunch. So if you are planning on coming and I hope you all do..please let me know asp. We do have soooo much fun and we laugh a lot. So please come and join us.
Well my dh is coming home from Florida today. He had way to much fun down there !!!. He was boating on the water yesterday with a school of dolphins swimming next to the boat for 5 miles. He said it was amazing to see these huge mammals up close. They were not afraid of the boat that was going 60 miles hr. They just kept up with it. Amazing !!!
Rita...hope you are having fun in the sun. I will be down in Florida the end of March to find my beach chair.
Laura....honey girl please call your md. Missing a love one takes time to heal. Did you start the scrap book of Buddy.... that may help. Sending you a healing big hug your way.
Wendy... thought of you yesterday as I saw lots of convertible tops down. Ahhh spring air blowing threw your hair. lol Check out Florida yet.
Carolberry..good luck this week with your tx. The end is almost here for you.
Jackie...can you see your deck now..we need to really think spring.
Julieb..I do remember those throw up days. I would be sick right next to the kids...hope your little one is feeling better really soon and you too. Hope to see you at lunch.
Juliet.. rest and we really need to see your new girls at lunch. Maybe we need show and tell. lol
Susan.. keep us posted on the baby front. Hoping for a healthy baby.
Well off to the the gym now. I hope you all have a fantastic Sunday. Enjoy the sunshine and remember to be healthy...be happy. Spring hugs to all.
Blackjack
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Hi ladies. Just checking in. I haven't checked in for a while. I've been very busy this past month. I was spending time with my two sons before they went back to college, and I've been very busy at work preparing for an inspection which was last week. We did well and it's now time to get back to normal.
I've been reading the board when I can. Hope everyone is feeling better and are well. I know the flu is rearing its ugly head around here, so I hope to avoid it.
I've now been on arimidex for about 6 weeks. So far, I'm tolerating it well. I do have aches and pains in my knees, ankles, and feet, and I've noticed more intense hot flashes. But I'm doing well so far. My primary care provider told me to keep exercising to help with the aches/pains. On March 3rd, I'm going for more blood work, a dexa scan, and my annual mammogram. I'm more nervous about the mamogram, but I'll make it through.
Hope everyone has been getting outside with this warmer weather. It's nice to be out of the deep freeze.
I have been going to a yoga class once a week at the Cancer Wellness Center North in Grayslake, IL. Once a month, this same group also has a support group for breast cancer patients. They also have individual counseling, massages, and other cancer wellness activities. It's very nice to have this available.
My sons and I are going to sign up for the Breast Cancer Network of Strength (formerly Y-Me) Walk to Empower in Chicago's Grant Park on Mother's Day, May 10th. This is perfect for me as both my sons go to college in Chicago. I am looking forward to this. If you need info on this, the website is www.networkofstrength.org.
Take care ladies. I will try to be better about checking in more frequently. As always, I pray for all of us. Hugs...
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Ah, beaut of a morning here. We will pay for it later with rain and ahem gray but I don't mind. It's just wonderful to have all that un-covered ground to see. The snow-lover is thrilled to see it gone. Though it was not the snow that was the problem. Just the frozen layers so hard to traverse from the freeze and thaw cycles.
I have my fingers crossed. We let Buddy go with the people that met him yesterday. They seemed so very, very nice and brought their other dog ( Maggie ) to meet Buddy --- Buddy is meant to keep Maggie company when both her parents are gone --- and they got along quite well. Maggie as well looked quite healthy and well cared for and is allowed to sleep in their room at night etc. I have my fingers crossed that we have found something really good for Buddy....a life he can enjoy.
Juliet....fantastic that all seems to have gone very well and that your vibrant with a positive outlook and spirit. Definitely heading in the right direction.
Blackjack.....what an adventure....getting to have dolphins right beside you. I'd have loved to have had that experience.
Julie/Chicago.....it is really relative isn't it....that old weather. The tree guy came yesterday with log-splitter to take the tree trunk and he had on a t-shirt. Personally, I didn't think it was quite that warm, but he 'appeared' so very comfortable. I did not need a coat but did have a sweatshirt on. Once in a while a little breeze would kick up and I don't think I would have been comfortable w/o the heavier clothing....course I wasn't splitting logs either. Hmmm.....just glad it was so nice. Going to be 60 or 65 here today.....yum.
Laura ---- sweet lady. It takes as long as it takes to get over losing some one....and this was not huge affection you had for Buddy but deep faithful love. So much of you became intertwined in his comfort and care ----- and then we feel a little guilty because we could not save them after all they brought to us. Believe it or not.....I kept looking for my Buddy last night. I got used to his being on the deck and I miss him. Yet.....he needs and needed a place to live where he would be deeply appreciated and would not have to be confined to a chain so much of the time. We miss what we have honored by loving and protecting. And you are the beautiful person who you are just because you do have these feelings and it will get better. I hope it is soon, but you need to grieve and get it out of you so you can celebrate the happiness and love. Loss has stages and you will get through this step and stage.
Carol/berrypatch.....you are truly being a tough Illinois gal. You can get through it and I refer to my old time saying ( I had forgotten how many times I said this Susan --- so maybe it is one of my favorites.... IT'S AMAZING WHAT YOU CAN DO WHEN YOU HAVE NO CHOICE !!!!! Now and then something comes along......and no amount of trying to doge, change, avert, divert, or anything else will make one iota of difference and I guess I went into a mind-think of just do this, get through it, and congratulate myself afterwords because my reward is just getting done. If I grumble along the way, am a tad un-gracious so be it.....but if I drag my feet and let too much resentment build up.....it just drags me down and eats away at resolve. You got it going on and good for you.
Well I'd like to say more to more of you but some work is going begging that I should have had done. Wendy, Jan ..... Mich, Connie, Sharon, Karin....well, just every last one of you. Have a most beautiful Sunday and I'll be checking back in later.
Jackie
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It is inevitable that some defeat will enter even the most victorious life. The human spirit is never finished when it is defeated...it is finished when it surrenders.
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