2013 Survivors!!!
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Morning sunshine's:
No I haven't tried cheri's fibre plan yet or looked at it... but once Sunday is here I will do.
Gotta run and get ready for work. Happy Friday Ladies.
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I've gained some weight in the past couple of months too. I'm blaming Herceptin and battle fatigue. I'm thinking when I don't have so many damn appointments I will find more time to exercise and take care of myself in other important ways.
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Carolyn - celebrate!
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Happy Birthday, Carolyn!
Tazzy - I hope you are able to take Monday off, that's a lot of company for a long time. Enjoy your solitude. I'm glad your doctor's visit went well.
Ramols - in your pockets and waiting to hear results
Shianne - re: fibre diet - haven't looked into it. What I find frustrating is the shrugs from the docs when weight gain or resistance to weight loss is mentioned. They seem to assume that overeating and lack of exercise is the cause but don't ask what you are already doing or not doing or have cut out already. At my last appointment the doctor did say that tamoxifen makes a body resist weight loss but she denied that it would cause weight gain. When I told her my weight continued to climb slowly despite all that I am doing her response was 'you hide it well'.
No word on possible MRI date yet. had my herceptin yesterday so a little tired and achy since. Lots of activity on the board lately, can't respond to all but I am keeping up on everything and send greetings to all, hugs to those who need them, congrats to those celebrating and in the pockets of anyone requiring it.0 -
Luanne...I can't sleep more than a few hours even with Melatonin. I gained 8 lbs since December, and I'm always tired, my get up and go got up and left, I think this is our new life on Tamoxifen.
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Thank U all or the wonderful Birthday wishes and amazing good Karma. I could not do this without all of you. The Birthday was amazing with family, new friends and friends from afar. Peace, love, prayers, blessings and no SEs to ALL. Happy Weekend! i start RADS on 6/5 so wish meluck please!
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Hi all! Oh my gosh, three pages of posts, i know i can't keep up!
I take my Tamoxifen at night, i just started it that way at the suggestion of others.
I'm on Gabapentin 3x a day for neuropathy in my feet and sciatic nerve pain. I haven't had a migraine since I started the gaba. What a bonus!!!!
Happy Birthday Carolyn!
Prayers to Luanne's DS.
Good luck to those starting, continuing rads!
Hi Mariasnow! Nice to see you here:)
We're fine after the storms went thru. Lost power for 5 hours, but no damage thankfully!
I'm still trying to manage this breast LE. What a pain in the ass!! At least when I'm wearing my swell spot my boobs look like they're the same size! LOL! (Lumpy, but the same size!) I can't handle wearing these spanx tank tops for compression, they're way too hot for this time of year!! I guess I'll have to bite the bullet and order a compression bra.
Love and hugs to everyone! Hope you have a great weekend!
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Happy belated Carolyn.
Just getting the outlaws ready to take to the airport - hugs all and have a great weekend.
Friends leave tomorrow morning too.
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Many, many thanks for the great abundance of birthday wishes. WOW! What a great group I've been lucky enough to be a part of. Went out for filet Mignon that was "to die for" (for you New Yorkers). Unfortunately, today was a $hit storm of more family issues and I left the house to look for my own place an actually found one that I can afford AND take my Pug, Broadway Rudy Giuliani. Praise the Lord. The problems are those that many of you and many in our society have dealt with but this sick gal cannot handle any more. Plus I was told today that I cannot be trusted by my lovely Sis's husband. So you know, he can go FU** himself, I am outta here on June 15th. Just moving a few miles down the road to Lewisville, TX. until after RADS and the ovary removal surgery. Don't know if you all know this but ONCE YOU CROSS A FULL-BLOODED ITALIAN, THAT IS THE END OF THE ROAD FOR U! Oh well, will always love my Sis and her 2 boys and will leave here grateful for all that was done for me but I gotta go! Wish me luck all. I will need it. Gonna have to find a job, furniture, linens, kitchenware, a computer, etc. and some place to do my laundry. Other than that, I am sure that things will be fine. Signed a 7 month lease so that I am not stuck for too long if things get worse. Peace y'all. Now I will take a much needed nap.
CB
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CB, thinking of you .. Sorry you are having problems with your Sis's dear husband. You are better out of there for your emotional well being ... Take care of yourself ..
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Joanne 53 - RIGHT U R Sister! Thanks,
CB
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Happy belated birthday cmbernardi.x I hope all goes well with the move and that a bit of space helps resolve things........having lived with my sister and her family many moons ago when first married....i know it can cause tensions....so i always think its better to have your own space....if circumstances allow. :)x
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Ohhh why is my mind wondering! I am holed up in bedroom (AGAIN), with last assignment that must be in for Tuesday....no creative juices flowing
so could be a long day!!! I am thinking of my training..that I never did, for tomorrows mini marathon....which no doubt I will complete....as I am NOT a quitter!!! So I will run/crawl it even if it kills Me...
Has anyone heard from Mcook???? Have a great day. x0 -
Well, just was awakened by Mr Pug (@6:30am my time) so he can get his hip medicine with a fine provolone. Walked into a TRAP with my Sis & Mom telling me to "make this situation right!". WTF? I am not the unforgiving retired Naval Captain who cannot get a job for 4 years and has a kid on drugs who did not graduate after a $90,000 investment in a private school in Dallas. I am not the one who has ignored me, treated me like I do not exist and then told everyone I could not be trusted. Serenity now, serenity now! How the Fu** do I make this right? And how did I become the scapegoat? Apparently, I am not doing enough with my life except having cancer, a broken foot, osteopenia in my hips and now for the last few days have been in constant pain. And I surely am not the one who will move out of this crazy house without a pot to pi$$ in - no furniture, kitchenware, TV, bed, NOTHING! Make WHAT right? Can anyone out there tell me??? I told my Mom that if she wants me to chat with Mr. Naval officer a$$hole today then she should facilitate it. I'm sure it will be quite a doozy! Gotta go to Church soon and pray on it. Who the FU** knows what I will find when I return! Suggestions Sisters of mercy????? I sure could use them!
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OH, as Ireland20 said and so much of us have been thru, "holed up in bed" is apparently NOT ACCEPTABLE in this house of Fruits and NUTS! Huh?
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Got out and did my first road race as a breast cancer survivor this morning to benefit the Lynn Cancer Institute - where I'm being treated. When I crossed that finish line in the street in front of the cancer center it was a powerful moment. This bif finish line is coming June 13th when I get my very last cancer treatment from the cancer battle that began 3-3-2012.
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Had to share>>>>>>>I have finally finished a college course, have just submitted my final assignment!!!
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Ireland ....doing the happy dance for you...💃 congrats.
Flowers, as someone said, you will have peace of mind on your own and not to mention less stress.0 -
Ireland - yeah on your accomplishment! Proud of you!
Cmbernardi - wow, you hardly needed another challenge right now. If I was closer, I'd lend a helping hand, we have so much stuff but nothing worth paying the freight to get it to you. Sending lots of prayers that the pieces fall into place for you. We know you are strong and will find the right path for you and Rudi. Are you still unable to drive? Sounds like bad things happening to a good person. Can your church help you? Again, good thoughts and prayers with your name all over them, coming your way.0 -
Mariasnow - proud of you too!
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Ran Covered Bridges Half Marathon this AM. It was wicked hot and humid. I quit thinking about time after mile 4. Walked a lot. Had a nice chat with a woman in her 40s who said she does this every year as a check on her fitness. Finishing on her feet means she's fine. I'll take it:-)
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Carolyn... Wow, you have a full plate!!! I'm so sorry. I don't know how you can make it right, but possibly could mom and sister know that you are more flexible than Navel Officer? Quite often people will ask the one not in fault to bend simply because they know asking the other person would be fruitless. It's wrong, but I think it's human nature. I hope things work out for you and your family. Sending love strength and prayers!!!
Ireland, congrats!!! That's fantastic!!!
Everyone is running marathons!! Lol, my lazy ass is cheering for everyone ;-)
Another warrior sister of mine wrote a blog about this path we are on and likened it to a baby learning to walk. I cried reading it, it was so beautifully written. I'm trying to copy and paste to here.0 -
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Dear Cmbernardi, don't know what to say except sorry for the situation you find yourself in. I know you're moving out soon, but can you maybe find somewhere to stay in the meantime, and get away sooner? You don't need that extra stress, for sure. Don't understand how you have become the scapegoat - huh?? Does not make sense. You need TLC, not upheaval and fighting. Believe is right that your church may be a good place to ask for help. In the meantime, BIG HUGS to you!!!
Ireland, high five!!! That is a great accomplishment!
All of you marathon runners, I am totally in awe of you! As soon as I have recovered from this DIEP surgery, I am going to start training again. To me running just a 5K will be such an accomplishment, and who knows what can happen from there?
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Hello ALL U wonderful Sisters - You are just hysterical today. Thank U sooooo much for all of the words of wisdom, offers and suggetions. They al eally mean a whole lot to me today. I was thinkgin, perhaps I will take my car keys to bed tonight as my room in in the front of my Sis's house and so is hers and the Captain's and I will just play with my car alarm for a while. Beep, Beep, Beep beep, Beep, beeeeeeeeeeeeeepppppppp!!!!. HA! That might teach them not to mess with this Sista. Had a great day at church with a lovely group of friends. Returned home to everyone watching the USA v. Germany soccer match and the USA pulled it off! Yes! Proceeded to drink almost an entire bottle of a wonderful chilled white wine and finish my red velvet birthday cake for brunch. DELICIOUS but honestly it is just 7:30 pm here in N. TX. and I am already in my jammies and ready for beddie bye! Guess that a good white wine and terrific red velvet cake on an empty stomach is NOT the perfect brunch. As far as the "Fruits and Nuts" in the house go, it was a blessed, uneventful day. Everyone seems to have taken a chill pill finally and just in time. Do not know if I will still make a break for it and move to my own place or not. That remains to be seen and tomorrow is another day. Peace, prayers and love to you ALL funny folks and a blessed week!CB
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Ireland and Mariasnow, congrats on finishing your college course and road race!! Happy Dance!! (I feel like such a loser-everyone's running races, and I did 15 min. on the stepper today....ha!! I just need to keep it up, I know the results will come eventually).
Luanne, thanks for sharing your friend's story. It is so beautiful! Maybe I can cut myself some slack and know that if i keep plugging along, maybe someday I will be running, too!
Carolyn, I'm so sorry for all the shit you're going through! It sounds like you really need a break from that household! You really don't need to be subjecting yourself to that kind of treatment. You should be taken care of and supported through this difficult time, not treated like a piece of shit. I hope you find some peace by moving out! (((Hugs)))
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Good evening my wonderful sisters!
I have been reading along, but haven't had time to post. I thought things would be getting better for me at work since one co-worker finally came back after being off for 6 months caring for her husband, but I just found out that she has decided to retire so I will continue doing all of her work as well as mine. At least there is a chance I will get more money and a higher title once she is gone.
On a happier note our vacation home in NC is working out this time and if it continues to work out then we will close on June 17th. I am really getting excited now.
As the school year ends it gets so busy with concerts and fieldtrips, but the kids are so excited that to makes it all worth the extra hassle. We received a letter in the mail stating that DD will have artwork displayed in the annual arts how coming up next week. I am thrilled for her since they only take really good artwork to display. I haven't said anything to DD about it since I don't know if they have told her yet. I want it to be a surprise when we go and she sees her artwork on display.
I am also gearing up for my DS to start driving when he turns 16 on July 5th. It seems like just yesterday he was born. They grow up too fast. The good news is that DS can also start working and making his own spending money. He actually starts a summer job on his birthday and will be working over 30 hours a week for the rest of the summer.
I am in pockets for those that need me. Also hugs to everyone also. I hope everyone had a great week ahead.0 -
Swgee, I felt the same way, thinking I must soft or something. I can't keep up with my 71 yr old mother!! Reading that post, I felt so much more normal lol.
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SwgeeWi and ALL - thanks again for all of your support!
CB
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Good Morning Lovlies! I don't need a pocket party but I have two dentist appts today. I broke a tooth when we were away. It's in back but needs to be replaced. Seeing an oral surgeon and my regular dentist. Probably an implant is in my future. Yuk, do you think I can blame it on the Arimidex?
I hope you are all having a great day, it's beautiful here in Northern CA. I think I will come home and bake! Cherries are plentiful.0
