Illinois ladies facing bc
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Wendy TY:
I am so proud to know you. When I read:
" It is definitely a scary process. The interview I had went great. If nothing else it was a good boost to my self esteem. "
I am just in awe of you! Returning to a job is one thing, but going to an interview for a new job is up there on a whole new level. You clearly have moved on from cancer. Of course the scariness remains, but you, girl, you have MOVED above it!
I need this thread simply because through it, I learn how to be stronger person. You may or may not get that job, and you may or may not even want it, but WendyTY, you rock. You are one tough, dear lady!
Susan
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HIP HIP HOORAY FOR SMERF! Three wonderful years! Congrats!
Wendy, we are flying out in the morning! I'll leave a beach chair on the beach for you! LOL
I hate to come back but we've had a wonderful two weeks and the time away should break up the winter. There's not too much winter left for us, I'm sure!
I've only been skimming posts as this wireless is not the best, so I need to go back and read the last few pages when I get back.
Michele 101...where have you been hiding?
I'll catch up on Friday.....
Rita
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Susan -- you are so right. WendyTY definitely has it going on and to think we might never have had the pleasure of meeting and caring about you Wendy if you had not been Rita's neighbor and golf buddy. What a wonderful world we live in with these computers......that have done such damage to the post office.
Hmm, BJ....I don't get my reports...the V.A. gets them. I did not know they were looking/watching this place on the right gal, but apparently have been since my first V.A. Mammogram.
Before I started with the V.A. I had a private Dr. who always had me do a Mammogram every year....with that group....they were watching ( every 6 mos. ) something on the left. I do not have any idea if they were watching my tumor or not --- till it was ripe or whatever. I know on the ultra-sound that they would always do after the mammo.....I could see a drip, drip, drip going on which I never understood. Guess I figured when it stopped dripping I was in trouble......then right before it was time for my 6 mos. check-up....we lost our Insurance.....and so, a few months later when I had the big breast bruise is when I had to start with the V.A. and that is when they started the clock running on this rt. side thingy. They actually did a biopsy on the right the same day they did the left biopsy that found the Papillary cancer. See....I really am a mass of fibroids --- lumps, bumps, big, small, sore, not sore.....I'm a challenge I guess......but I'm convinced....the thing on the right can't be too much. They don't want a biopsy. So, I'm just hanging in there and waiting for the last study in June and then they will leave it and me alone....at least in that area.
Rita....you know I'm trying to feel for you having to come back as I sit here in the rain and mud with the North wind nearly lifting me off my feet....yes...I'm trying. But I'm thrilled someone ( you and Connie ) got to get out of here for awhile and pretend winter was not happening. I'll be anxious to hear more when you are back and rested abit from the trip and all the fun. In a way the winter seems to be getting by fast for me but then just a short year ago I was still having treatments and time was dragging a little as I was becoming anxious to be done. At this point in fact last year I still had my esophageal thrush still in front of me....oh what a horror story. So winter this year while not very nice seems to be moving along at a better pace....but I'm sure it's relative to those who basically had no txs last year or mostly done by actual winter time.
Yes, Mich......where are you.....and Jan Claire.....you have been MIA for some time. Or are you doing something I have missed.
Anyway see you all in the morning.....I am off since I did my two days early. I won't know what to do, but I'll have fun trying to figure it out. See ya in the morn.
Jackie
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Hi, Wendy,
Give your MN friend a big, gentle hug from a "sister of swell," and tell her she's welcome to come read or join our discussion at the "Lymphedema After Surgery" board (not too far from this one.)
Or, just for lymphedema information, there's "Step Up - Speak Out" here:
http://www.stepup-speakout.org
Be well!
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Morning! No graphic this am as photobucket seems not to want to load ,,,,
WendyTY....still think you should run!
Rita....It doesn't seem like you were gone for 2 weeks! Probably cuz you brought your puter with!
Connie/JulieB....how are your DD's feeling?
Blackjack....PopPies is this stupid, mindless game that requires no skill, yet I am hopelessly addicted to it. I found it on Facebook...but you can go to mindjoltgames.com and find it there. You don't have to join unless you want to keep track of your score. If you play it thru facebook, it keeps your score for you. Still looking at fares/trips etc.....thanks for the e-mail tho. DH can't make up his mind what the heck he wants to do...and that means probably he will come to me on 3/15 and say...so where are we going for spring break????? Men!
Carol...how was #4? how are your counts doing?
Yeah...hey...JanClare...I haven't seen you post since maybe right after the December lunch! I know you do take long breaks from the board tho....how's the kitchen coming?
Jacks....I trust you can get the report, if you ask. It's not like a government secret or something, is it????? You don't have a little alien growing in there and we are going to see you on the front page of the Enquirer one morning, are we?????? Roswell, here comes Jackie!!!!
Gotta scoot....the gym is calling. I have every intention of sitting down then and filling out the tax prep papers from the acct so I will be ready. I don't yet have the 1099's I need from our 2 financial firms as the IRS gave them until 2/15 to start sending them out...at least I can download them so I don't have to wait for snail-mail. Have a great day everyone!
Hey Binney....thanks for checking our board and helping out with the LE! We can always count on you for this! You are one swell gal! (sorry....couldn't resist)
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Oh what a gorgeous morning.....the SUN
is so pretty. We ( at least I don't think ) got the super flooding rains we thought we would. It was gray most of yesterday though once or twice the clouds allowed some very brief, muted sunlight --- better than none at all....but ah today. Will get up into the 50's. Got a kick out of my 'alien', Wendy. Guess I could have the V.A. give me a copy of the report but I've never done it. So many years since my medical training etc. guess I think I'd just scare myself with much of the terminology. If they say don't worry --- be happy which I would have to find a way to do either way then I guess I feel like I'm good to go. Found something yesterday that I'm going to share here. A little longer than a quote.....but it said so much to me that I thought many of you would get something out of it too.
Today
is a beautiful day..
A blind boy sat on the
steps of a building with a hat by his feet. He held up a sign which
said: "I am blind, please help." There were only a few coins in the
hat.
A man was walking
by. He
took a few coins from his pocket and dropped them into the hat. He then
took the sign, turned it around, and wrote some words. He put the sign
back so that everyone who walked by would see the new words.
Soon the hat began to fill up. A lot more people were giving money to
the blind boy. That afternoon the man who had changed the sign came to
see how things were. The boy recognized his footsteps and asked, "Were
you the one who changed my sign this morning? What did you write?"
The man said, "I
only
wrote the truth. I said what you said but in a different way."
What he had written was: "Today is a beautiful day and I cannot see
it."
Do you think the first sign and the second sign were saying the same
thing?
Of course both signs told people the boy was blind. But the first sign
simply said the boy was blind. The second sign told people they were so
lucky that they were not blind. Should we be surprised that the second
sign was more effective?
Moral of
the
Story: Be thankful for what you have.. Be creative. Be innovative.
Think differently and positively.
Invite others towards
good with wisdom. Live life with no excuse and love with no regrets.
When life gives you a 100 reasons to cry, show life that you have 1,000
reasons to smile.
Face your past
without regret. Handle your present with confidence. Prepare for the
future without fear.
Great men say,
"Life has to be an incessant process of repair and reconstruction, of
discarding evil and developing goodness.
In the journey of
life, if you want to travel without fear, you must have the ticket of a
good conscience.. "Today is a beautiful day and I can see it....and share it, and by the grace that is in all heaven and earth enjoy it. Who could ask for more.
Jackie
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Good morning everyone - a quick hello & I've got to get ready to see PS for my first follow up. Things are looking good (almost no bruising, etc) so I expect a good report.
WendyTY - glad you had a great interview
And congrats on 8 years. Smerf - 3 years, whooohoooo!! Such a celebration.
WendyK - Good luck with the taxes. Hope uncle sam is nice to you.
Rita - welcome home (almost)
Hi to everyone else, hope you have a great day. Hugs, Juliet
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Hey there!
I am from Southern Illinois - Mt Vernon area. Going to Siteman Cancer Center in St Louis for treatment. Going to have a bilateral MX with immediate reconstruction 02/23/08. Hope it all goes well. I really hate to be in this position just as I am sure you all do too.
Last Fall, I was skipping along my merry way and then BAM! I find out I have cancer. What?!!! I was actually angry at the person who told me. It wasn't their fault but I was angry anyway. (Don't kill the messenger, right?) Since then, I think I have gone through just about every other emotion too. I am trying to stay positive about it all and I know it could definitely be much worse. The oncologists I have seen have all told me I am a "blessed" woman. I thought, how could that be? They said if I found out about it any later, my treatment and prognosis could have been totally different. WOW.
Just living day by day and loving my little girl. I am married 18 years with a 7 year-old beautiful daughter. I am doing whatever I can to remain here for her. It definitely has been a learning experience. I had no clue about what people experience going through cancer. I am glad there are places such as this discussion board to share information and give one another support and encouragement. I hope and pray they find a cure for this someday!!!!!
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Welcome...hope4cure. We are nearly neighbors. I live in Centralia.....Raccoon Lake area. You are so very right....I think the majority of ladies here got blind-sided by their diagnosis. I know I went from small lumpectomy with maybe 4 weeks of radiation to finding ( after my surgery of course ), that I had not only the easy Pappillary cancer, but a second Ductal carcinoma tumor hiding way deep below a bruise.....and that made me the lucky recipient of 6 months of chemo and 7 weeks or radiation. It was a long haul getting through last year.....but I had this wonderful place to come and spend time.....to learn and share, to be able to hang out with EVERYONE getting it --- so I could always be myself. Hope you come and visit with us often.
Jackie
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Hi everyone- yes I am here almost daily, I just don't post very often. Although, you each inspire me every day in many different ways. Thanks for being here.
Bustersmom-glad your recon went well. Did Buster watch the dog show the other night? - Stump- what a riot!
WendyTY-you truly are an inspiration. I too worry constantly about my chemo brain. I seem to be so forgetful and at a loss for words at times-arghhhh! Hoping it will improve with time.
Rita-So glad you enjoyed your vacation. Bring some sunshine home with you!
Susan- YOU are one tough, dear lady too!
Welcome hope4 cure!
Carolberry-hoping all is going well with you.
Connie-how is your daughter - feeling better?
Everyone else take care.
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HI Girls....just stopping by to check in. Jackie thank you for your inspiration longer quote. I really need to read this today as I had the day from h***. I got that 4am morning call that makes your heart stop and you pray your kids are ok. Instead 2 of my relatives were rushed to the hospital ..different hospitals for that matter for internal bleeding. Now what are the chances of two people having the same diagnosis at the same time. I think that they coordinated this together to drive me crazy. lol
Both are in ICU and of now they are stable with blood transfusions. So going back and forward to visit and talk with doctors and then relaying everything in laymen terms for family has been exhausting. Sometimes I thing too much medical knowledge is dangerous. On top of this my bil's aunt is dying of the big C and wants to know all about hospice. Wants me to fine her the best place, talk to the md and social worker ect....I just can't right now... Over loaded.
I sat down tonight and felt totally exhausted emotionally and physically. I really don't want to face the fact that I too may one day be there. I guess I can prepare for the future without fear. Life is truly a journey that we all have to face..so life does go on.
Sorry if this is so down but I just need to vent and I know you all have good ears. So thank you for listening from the sidelines. You are all the best and I wouldn't be here today if it was not for all of you. I am off to have a great big Cosmo maybe 2!! I think I need one after today.
Remember to be happy..be healthy..live... laugh....love and hugs to each and everyone of you.
Blackjack
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My goodness BJ....when it rains it pours. I think you are undergoing the bane of many nurses --- because we look to you for answers or at least heavy interpretations of our medical issues. I'm just sorry it is all coming at once.....I think you have had quite a year this year, haven't you ??
You are so right....life does go on, but sometimes we do need to slow down the moment we can and smell a few roses and find a way to re-charge. You I think were probably not entirely through with the moms just yet. Even if only for ten or fifteen minutes....it would be so nice to get out and walk by the water and ....and watch the sun make those ripples sparkle and ride for just a little bit on those little ripples just dream of happy times and peaceful things.
You handle things and everyone knows this. I know they don't mean to give you burdens...I'm sure they don't understand that your living in the middle of everyones crisis and they are not able to see that it takes a toll of you. They are concerned with themselves and may not even be aware of all the people you have been caring for and helping so very recently. Let alone the everyday non-medical events you take care of in your family....like huge birthday parties etc. The lunches you orchestrate for this group.....and of course, your job. I can't think of anyone who deserves to give in to some despair and exhaustion. I think any one of us would gladly take over if we only could.
When your having your tea tonight I hope you will just close your eyes and think of the water and the healing energies it has......and imagine that you are sitting on the bank and it's warm with the sweetest gentle breeze....you are so calm and so rested on your blanket by the water. Your eyes are closed and yet you hear not only the ripple of the small waves but even little water insects and the noise they make as they go about their business.....you know you are on the blanket, but yet you feel far away...un-troubled from any care and each moment you sit there refreshes you more.....and soon you are as light as the breeze that has been blowing across you as you stand and take your blanket and walk toward home ready to face the day once more.
Your such an angel to so many people....but angels get overloaded and need some rest too....Giant hugs and healing vibes are on their way.
Jackie
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Greetings to you all, and thanks for the good wishes. Our computer at home crashed big time, so I have been offline for awhile. I have lots to catch up with, but now we are in sunny, snowy Aspen CO. We did have a glass of wine, and a toast for my three year cancerversary, and where does the time go? It seems like yesterday! DH has been skiing, and I have been lounging and window shopping. I couldn't convince him that Florida would be nice this time of year!
I have to go have some more fun, but I'm thinking of you all, and will catch up with all the posts later. I only skimmed them just now, but I did see Blackjack's, and I hope things are improving with your family. Big hugs to you, girl!
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Morning! Should be an interesting day...DH has Laura's virus I think and my temp fell off last night while brushing/flossing...there was this little bit of temp. that was sticking me so I decided to fix it myself...bad idea. Oh well....
Nothing like you Blackjack.....I hope things improve greatly for you today.
Gotta scoot for right now...will check back later.
Welcome Hope4Cure...so sorry you had to join this select club, but glad you found the IL gals...we are a TOUGH bunch...in fact in my email address list for all of us (which you can join if you choose to, via a PM to Laura GTO!) I named our little band of revelers..."Tough Broads"!
Later, gaters.....
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Walk tall like the trees, live your life as strong as the mountains, be as soft as the spring breezes, keep the warmth of the sun in your heart and the Great Spirit will always be with you.
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Good morning:
Hope4acure, welcome and stop by often. I know you just want to throw all this away and go on living and loving your family without BC. It sounds like you really got it early and that your doctor has it all under control for you. Will you need chemo? Probably not. Anyway, we will all be thinking of you when you have your surgery.
Took today off and will be heading to DD as I will watch munchkin number 1 while Anne gets a stress test for munchkin two who has decided to stay in hiding far longer than expected. Today could be the day, but then who wants to come out on Friday the thirteenth! Anne could be induced, but who wants to push her our on Friday the thirteenth? Actually, I think Anne would be fine with getting the show on the road in spite of the date.
So now Wendy is a dentist. Hymmmmmmm, I still need a whole bunch of work.
BlackJack, even before I read Jackie's reply, I thought the same thing. People seek out "responsible, get the job done people" and so it figures you are called on a lot because that is what you are. Also, being a nurse, you again fit the image of a steady and reliable character. It must be very hard for you at times. I think it is great that we can vent here. None of us really want suggestions, we just need people to listen. Well, maybe we want ideas.
Oh, I am FINALLY getting that genetic testing. I should have done that way before now, but you know how it goes. I am attending a meeting with the doctor (group information meeting) and I will pass on any information I gain.
Hope all are well. Have a happy day.
Susan
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Good Morning.....there is sun outside my window creating bright spots on my walls and it is so pretty. May not last....sounds like some gray could come this way......but that's ok. I'm starting the right way...and I'll just "take a mental picture of right now" and hold onto it for the rest of the day. If the gray comes....I'll still have some sun.
Smerf/Pat.....how wonderful to get to enjoy Colorado --- I always think of clean, beautiful fluffy snow there and why not....it's devoted to sport. Nice to just take a break and see something different. We will get Spring ( probably a little later than we'd like ) again this year and what a treasure it will be for me.
Interesting --- just as I said that I realized that ( do we all do something like this ) I'm measuring everything by before and after. Not so much I think as in before I had cancer....more as in after I was done with the treatment for it. That will make this Spring so special. Guess I have to realize that all of them are special and will be special -- perhaps this one just a little more so as it won't have to happen along side chemicals via IV into my body. Another reason to celebrate and to smile at someone, help a person with a problem. hang up a new birdhouse, or whatever for you is creative and inspiring and helps you keep balance and poise in your existence. It's going to be a fantastic day.......
Jackie
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Sorry, been MIA a while. Wanted to give a "hey" to everybody.
Hope next week's lunch/dinner is great for all those going. I'm sad I'll miss it.
Too much to go back and read (but maybe I'll try later)
Wendy TY, why does your husband look like a chipmunk? HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. Over that infamous 7 year hump or itch! TESTING NEGATIVE! Congrats!
Hope4Cure - Welcome - so so glad you caught it early! Cancer is hard no matter who you are. There are different emotions that run through everyone, and you when you have a child.... My objective is the same as yours. Do what ever it takes to be here for my daughter. What a motivator!
BlackJack: Don't apologize. We all have a down day. With all that you are involved with, I'd have had a breakdown by now! Hang in there.
I think I'll be "down" this time of year from now on. January and February are big months for Breast Cancer Walks. I'm still raw to all of this, so though it's an awesome thing these walks really are, HEARING about breast cancer every time I turn on the tv looking for comic relief, is still just too much for me.
Wendyk13 - Did I ever wish YOU a happy birthday? My mind is recovering from being mush (at least I think it is) I'm 2 months behind.
Hey Rita, I need to catch up. About 22 pages. Probably more. I'll be reading with ya today.
Laura GTO, near 60 degrees the other day, spring is coming, varoom varoom gargle gargle varoom varoom ((was skimming, I'm so sorry about Buddy. Bless the little angel.))
Mich101/JanClair/Leesa/- Hello hope all is well
Berrypatch & all of you going through treatments, HANG TOUGH. You're going to get through this!
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Well I had a big long post and then accidentally navigated to another page and lost it!
Anyway, my DD is doing much better. She was back to normal about 24 hours after her first dose. Coincidence?? I got the call yesterday afternoon that it was indeed strep. So, even though I may have been out of line, I am glad I demanded the meds. I didn't want to see her suffer for another 2 days. I may call my insurance co and discuss this with them.
Hugs to everyone!
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Connie, I had to go back to get the story about your daugter as I didn't know what you were talking about. Why wouldn't your insurance pay for the test? I also do not understand why any doctor would even consider waiting if they thought it was likely strep. I thought strep could get dangerous and a 48 hour delay seems significant to me, especially since you came in for an appointment No parent wants to wait 2 days when they can start treatment now. I just am missing some point here. I would say the insurance is in the wrong to even place you in that predicament.
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Hi gals!
I'm home! In fact, WendyTY and I walked our three miles today and are trying to get back into our routine. I know how sorry you feel for me, Jackie! It's just that the warm weather, sunshine and green lawns spoiled me. LOL
Hi hope4cure. I'd like to welcome you to the Illinois ladies' site. Our motto is "Illinois gals are tough!" You've come to the right spot for companionship, help, and encouragement. The gals on this thread are really great. You mentioned treatments? What type of treatments are you doing now? We all understand the roller coaster ride that you've been on since your diagnosis and the emotional turmoil that comes with it. I will be thinking of you on the 23rd and sending good vibes and prayers your way. Post often and tell us more about yourself!
Mich101....so glad you posted! :-)
Susan...you know how they always say that everybody has a "double?" Well I found yours. While we were boarding the plane to leave Atlanta for the second phase of our flight home, a gal came on who looked so much like you that I did a double take. Her hair was a very light blondish brown but she even wore it like you wear yours. She noticed me staring and her and I had to share the story of how much she resembles you and we also shared a chuckle. So...there is a double out there for you! Just had to tell you about this!
Little C....glad to hear from you. Hope all is going well.
How ya doin' Kater? Are you keeping busy?
Wendy...I hope hubby does better with this virus than I did. I sympathize with him!
I need to get going. I'll drop back on tomorrow. I'm getting through some of the posts that I missed.
Rita
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Hi Ladies,
Just checking in briefly. Today is my 3 year anniversary from my date of diagnosis. I am very happy to make it to 3 years and hope to have many, many more. I think I will treat myself to a glass of wine to celebrate.
Hope everyone is doing well. Many people at my work are still getting sick from some kind of virus going around. I hope I don't catch it.
Rita, sounds like your time away was wonderful. It's hard to get back into routines when you've had such a nice time away.
Have a wonderful evening. I'll try to check back in later this week.
Hugs...
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blackjack - Wow.....too much for you...is there anything I can do to help? If so...please let me know. I owe you a phone call...will call you this weekend.
Hope4cure - Glad you found us....best wishes to you.
Susan - Still no little bundle of joy?
LittleC - Yup...before you know it I'll be punishing the pavement - up and down Rand - WE HAVE to meet this summer at Famous Freddies!
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Going to take a hot bath and crochet squares for Community Afghan Project. Have a great evening!
HI TO EVERYONE!
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Happy Valentine's Day everyone! And.......
A BIG Happy Birthday to Susan!!!!!!Blackjack...how are things going for you? I second Laura...I don't know what I could do, but if there is anything, please let us know. I think DD is home this weekend so maybe she can help you with anything you need done but after she goes back, I'm here. Next weekend, you will be in LV!
Rita....wow, back one day and already walking! It sounds like your trip was just what you needed. We were very envious.
Laura....You haven't said but I am guessing your virus is gone and you are feeling yourself. Hey...I saw in the Daily Herald an ad for Famous Freddies...something about a Luau...want me to go back and look for it? Too far for us to go unless it is summer, but a short trip for you.
Nancy....Three years is wonderful! Congrats, and a glass of wine was just the ticket to toast with!
Smerf...sorry re: your puter woes...but hey, this might just be the time to get yourself one of those mini puters, just for you! I actually saw one at Target for $249. if you can believe that! Of course, never heard of the brand....but BestBuy has HP's that size for $399. Just a thought....
Connie...see? A Mom always knows.......next time you are at a Walgreens/CVS..see if they have one of their clinics there and ask re: quickstreps....I am sure they do that and it would be a whole lot cheaper. I just can't imagine why your ins. would NOT cover this test, but then who knows with ins. these days! Glad she's on the mend, tho. And your long post that disappeared...it's probably with so many of mine and Jackie's too! Who knows where they go....
Hope4cure.....check back in when you can!
Karin...we got a light dusting of snow last night but I was wondering how your wacky weather has been. How are your neighbors? My "normal" neighbors even with our temps in the 60's this week STILL have not taken down the Christmas stuff...neither has his brother who lives 2 doors south of him. VERRRRRRRRY Strange!!!
Hey LIttle C....I read your blog once in a while, but we've missed you here! And yes...you did wish me a Happy BD! Hope you are doing okay...and sorry you can't make the next get-together.
Mich101...glad you checked in too! Any vacay plans set yet?
I hope you all have a wonderful V Day, even if you can't spend it with the ones you love! Just let them know they are important to you, that they matter. Have a lovely day and Susan...
GO BUY THAT LITTLE RED CONVERTIBLE! Tell DH that I said so.....
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The happiness of life is made up of the little charities of a kiss or smile, a kind look, a heartfelt compliment. - Samuel Taylor Coleridge
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Happy Valentine's Day everyone! And Happy Birthday to Susan!
Love the cow lips, Laura.
Off to pick up girl scout cookies this morning. I am a cookie mom for our troop so me and another gal have to pick up and sort 57 cases of cookies. Our girls sold a lot!
Susan - re: my DD - I think things have changed a bit in recent years regarding giving out antibiotics. They really don't want to unless they are confident it is a bacterial infection because of the resistance to these drugs that is happening in the world. Now why my insurance will not approve the rapid test is beyond me. When it comes down to it, it should cost less than sending the sample out to a lab, but that is the way the world works these days. I know I have had the rapid test done at an urgent care before so maybe I will have to go there if we ever have a strep suspicion again. Normally, I wouldn't demand the drugs, but like Wendy said - a mom just knows... I am so not a worry wart so if I know something's wrong, it must be.
You know - I am really starting to get upset about this cancer thing. It hit me three different times yesterday. First, my gf's mom called me to thank me for all the research I did for her on Mammosite radiation, help reading her path report, etc. Second, I talked to a gal that works in our Atlanta office who was just dx'd with duodem (intestinal) cancer that has spread to her liver. My boss directed her to me as she just started chemo and she had a lot of questions about what to expect. Third, a gal from my bc.org chemo group sent me an email about her husband who they think has lung mets from his renal cancer years ago. This stuff is everywhere! Sometimes I look around at all the moms at my kids schools and wonder who will be next. I watch people and think to myself - they just don't realize. Is that weird? Sorry to be a downer, I'm usually upbeat, but it's just really starting to get to me how much of this stuff is out there and why can't they find a cure yet! Ok - that's off my chest.
I hape everyone has a great day and I hope everyone is feeling good. Life is good - enjoy every minute!
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Connie
I understand what you are saying. I remember when I was getting a divorce I looked around at little kids,and I thought, "oh that poor girl, I wonder if she'll have to go through a divorce!"...(statistics are so bad!)...
and in the middle of chemo going in the kitchen store at the outlet mall and some lady fretting over which brightly covered patio dishes to buy. I thought, that is really important to that lady, isn't it?> How I will NEVER be like that, if I ever was!!
We got our wake up call...not more than everyone else, but more than some people...I think we try to benefit from that every day and try not to get too down in the meantime.
Vision boards....probably should get one of those done one of these weeks...where you put photos of what you want.... (ie if you want a blue cadillac make sure the picture you post is the right color) chuckle... I had done the Franklin Covey planner workshops so I was in pretty good shape when all this hit..(with figuring out life goals).except for the not having my will completely in place and a lot of pets that count on me... smile.
Kater
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Happy Birthday Susan!!!
And a BIG Valentine Hug to all!!!
It's a nice WET but quiet day.....Wanted to "play" outside but to wet & cold!!
Been having IV therapy and nurse said, "Since you had sentinel node both times you don't have to worry about lymphedema" I had never heard of that. But she is under the impression you only get lymphedema if you have ALL your nodes taken. I told her I wasn't willing to find out the hard way, and she would have to place my IV in the right arm only! Anyone ever hear of that? I was just told the Dr took some nodes so watch out for lymphedema ect.
Carolberry how is your treatment going? if I guess right you should be about 1/2 way done!!
Wendy I still swear our neighbors are related, the "Merry Christmas spray painted on the window" is a dead giveaway! OK so it's flocking not paint but still it's almost March!! Get the Christmas down!!
Welcome Hope4cure!! Not a group anyone wants to join, but this has to be the best group of Ladies !!
Guess I better get busy....time to get laundry done & house clean!
will try to check back in later!
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HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY GIRLS....just a quick hi to wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day.
Today I was out all day looking at nursing home's for the relatives..very exhausting and sooo sad.
Going out for dinner now so I gotta run..
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SUSAN
will ck back later
BJ
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