new and future flat sister, with questions
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I love Dex so much! Sniffing your eyelashes. He is in love with you.
Yes, we are all devastated about Vi. I have my own 'V,' I have a A and A bracelet with a V on it. It's funny, M -- I think about your Vi quite often.
I will follow your advice -- I will put the ball in the GYN's court -- but, you know, they are sneaky buggers. She will sneak the results to me on the email. Then I will call and leave word for her to call back. Then she will call back when I'm in class. Then I will squeak out my demands. But don't forget this is a woman who threatened to leave, and make me start over. She will have something good and detached to say.
Yes, that's just right -- depersonalized. Sinus surgery must be hellish. I've absorbed a lot of trauma and I have kept plugging along. My daughter's first epileptic seizure -- that was August -- shocked me so badly I went into menopause. Confirmed by blood tests. Nothing else would do it, apparently. But I must say, this biopsy was special. I feel like a crazy animal masquerading as a regular person. I woke up this morning and my face was wet with tears -- crying while sleeping? I am like Rambo.
No date! The sitter was scared of... the real Bobo! She left! She was an older woman, and he barked (loudly) and jumped (with joy, not on her; DLLP was holding his collar) and she said she did not want to stay. No date! It knocked the wind out of me. This is a Nanny service. We "won" four hours in the silent auction at my daughter's school (you know, by paying much more for them). I specifically said This sitter should really love dogs. No date!
Idesim, you are laying low. I picture you in your cool bath (not in THAT way..), with nice corn starch and a fluffy brush or lavendar oil or a giant beer or whatever you like. And a yummy dinner -- takeout! Not something made in the crock! -- on the coffee table. And ice cream. Tonight, Madonna has a concert on television -- MDNA tour. I'm going to watch it as if it is an event. I have not eaten anything solid since the biopsy. Right now I am having a beer, which should count as carbs.
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I've been reading the past half hour.. and I am all caught up.. I got the biggest laugh out of Granwe's post from a couple of days ago, offering herself up on coffee tables and tying up the OG and driving a bitch bus. Thank you Granwe, can't stop laughing.
Feeling a little better today, but still a bit uncomfortable, I only have 3 more treatments. I need to ask how long until the skin heals. My biggest concern is I still have a lot of swelling under my incision.. it's like waterbed, if you poke it it will move and it's 3-4 inches long. My BS had warned me of it, but it seems strange to still have it almost 3 months out from surgery. That's also where a lot of the discomfort comes from, because it stretches the skin and it's one of the spots getting the boosts.
We're heading for a heat wave starting tomorrow.. got all my laundry done today, washed a couple of floors, made a couple of pasta salads and some ice tea. Tomorrow I'll just relax a bit.
Joe's favorite chicken dinner coming up on the coffee table.
Hopefully I have energy later to sit down and do a nice post
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Good Morning everyone from my little piece of Paradise!
The sun is shining, there is frost on the ground and the lake has beautiful ripples from the light breeze we have today. Black Swans, and Pelicans are out there this morning.
I have nothing I have to do today, so after writing, and the Rites, Dex and I will take off for a walk. I will let him choose which way we'll go today.
Bobo, I am so sorry that your date was cancelled, that's so not fair. We have issue with our Dex sometimes too, There are some of the carers that refuse to work with an animal around, so Dex has to be caged. He hates it, but I have no choice. Maybe if you hired a dog sitter/walker at the same time as the babysitter, no, that sounds like too much hard work, doesn't it. You'll have to plan a date, after the kids are sleeping. Take out and a movie, perhaps?
I truly believe if you approach this Gyn the right way, and TELL her that you will not tolerate another experience like that one you just had, she will get the picture. I am certain that our "Punk Warrior Princess" can handle this woman. I wish I was there, I'd make her cry, for sure, for that!
I am feeling that she has rattled your confidence Bobo. You can't let that happen, or you'll be in fear all the time. That's never good for you. Don't accept the Gyn's sneaky ways, just call her out and give her the word. C'mon, we're not taking any shit from Medicos any more!
My nemesis was the Sinus Drain, but if there was ever a chance of it happening again. I would be standing firm on an anaesthetic. I swear it was the most barbaric thing I have ever encountered, an icepick instument up the nose, bashed hard, by the heel of the hand to break through the bone into the nasal cavity, it took 3 goes to get through on one side. Sorry if it is TMI, but I do understand your abject fear of this procedure of yours, and the aftermath of emotional feelings that go with it. It took me some time to get over the shock of my procedure, as I am sure it will be some time for you, too., bu it is over, and it will NEVER happen like that again. I can understand your being shocked into menopause too. Seeing your baby have a seizure must have been terrifying. I am so sorry Bobo.
Yes, I feel the love from my Dexter:) He has so many funny quirks. He will stand beside me on the couch, one eye showing under his Rod Stewart do. He then uses his paw to turn over my hand to an open palm, and then he leans over and puts his head in my hand. That means he wants a head massage. He purrs like a cat when I do it for him.
Thank you for thinking of my Vi, Bobo. He was a very special person who lived a long action packed lifetime in a very, very short time. His story was amazing and I am so grateful to have been a part of it.
Well, that was a cathartic post young lady, Bobo, I didn't see that coming.
I will return later after I have pounded the pavement, to see what you've been up to...Take care M x
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Zills, I am sorry the baby isn't the best, but you've done everything possible to aleviate the discomfort. What is it with boys having to tease their sisters? Farm boy with daddy sounds like fun.
Thanks Zills, it was a terrible shock to lose Vi. He was a gorgeous boy, both in looks and soul. I learned so much from him. He was sent here for a reason, and everyone he touched was the better for it.
I hope you've had some rest, that food sounds yum!
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ldesim, been thinking about you and the sore armpit.
I had the waterbed too! Mine was a seroma. Not a drama though. Apparently they are usually reabsorbed by the body, but having it syringed was nothing. I didn't feel a thing. How weird does that look, though!
I don't know if yours could have been caused by the Rads, perhaps?
I hope you can stay cool in the heatwave. We had some searing temperatures this Summer, but I am finding my chest doesn't like the cold, more than it didn't like the heat.
Chicken dinner on the coffee table, sounds lovely. I have been eating chicken soup with fresh herbs most nights, with garlic bread....yum
Take it easy ldesim....chat soon..M x
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Now is the time to be up and about. 70s, a mild breeze and the fish are biting. This afternoon and evening will be miserable. I'll try to take the kids out this morning.
Everyone is still asleep and I'm ready for them to be up. I've had enough quiet time but will be wishing for it again about 10 am.
Boys didn't get home until 10 pm. The baby and I were long gone. She was fussy in the middle of the night. One shot is really kicking her. Not much appetite, sore and a red streak at injection site.
That's what I'm worried about. However online says that's a normal reaction for the first 48 hours. Lets pray no runs to the ER today. I never had any probs with the boy. It also said it was a cumulative effect that usually appears at 5 or 6 year old shots. Great. Something to look forward too.
Bobo. What kind of dog is the real Bobo? I wondered about your login name (and others) so now we know the rest of the story. I'm so sorry your date didn't work out. I know how excited you were. Did you make it to the yarn store? What did your DS put on the grocery list. Way to go for getting him to practice writing without any fuss. Sneaky!
Idesim. Pasta salad sounds yummy. My cousin made a California roll salad with rice, cucumbers, avocado, and crab (imitation). Serve cold with soy sauce. My husband couldn't get enough. He loves rice! Hope your burn us better. Only 5 more days!!!
Ariom. Is your chest cold at night? I found that a baby's receiving blanket folded in half gives me enough extra warmth for my chest at night. I guess you could wear it under your jacket when walking Dex.
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The baby is cool and eating and stood up in the crib. What a difference 24 hours makes. Thank you God.
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Hi'ya Zills!
Happy Dancing for you! The baby is fine...That's great.
I am sorry it is going to be so hot there today, take it easy.
I don't notice my chest feeeling cold at night, Zills. It is when I am out walking, and there is a cold wind. I hate the feel of a silicone prosthesis when it gets cold because it feels kind of clammy. I am wearing a microbead form in a knitted Ahh Bra a lot at the moment. It is much warmer. I also bought a baby's little hot water bottle. It is shaped like a penguin and fits inside my jacket.
I don't have a problem when I am at home because we have climate control heating. Colin is a quadraplegic, his body doesn't have efficient temperature control so we keep the house at around 73 degrees year round.
This is my first Winter as a Uniboober, so it's all new to me. Hopefully I'll learn a few tricks I can pass on:)
I love California Roll.... I love Sushi...In fact there isn't much that I don't like.
It's almost bedtime for me, so I'll be off and catch you later.....M
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Sweet dreams Moira! Hope you have a restful sleep..Are those ramps safe, well maintained, have emergency oxygen? You know how I worry. Kiss Colin and Dex on their little noses and tell them good night from us.
Good morning Zill. I'm the only one awake here at the moment. Molly Collie was desperate to go outside. I opened the backdoor, she darted out turning circles trying to decide which direction to run, most unusual for her. As she and I crossed the deck a huge orange cat came flying out of the sunroom, who knows how the door was left open. The cat leapt over the grill, off the deck,on top of the chicken coop, chickens were screaming and squawking. Then it climbed a power pole, hopped on the fence to hiss and spit at the poor confused dog. Our neighbor "owns" no cats! She just throws cat food outside in case one comes by that's hungry. She now has 12 unowned, uncared for, un-vaccinated cats, producing babies faster than rabbits. When they all decide to cross the street it looks as if someone is herding cats.
So glad that shot day was not to traumatic for your sweet baby. Hope that you have an enjoyable day, before the heat. We are to have rain again this afternoon. More water to breed more mosquitoes, just what's needed.
Idesim. I'll be doing a happy dance when you are finished with rads, just 3 more. Hope that they will be easy, and that all the burning will heal quickly! Yummy pasta salad and iced tea, no dirty laundry, and clean floors, that sounds like paradise! I had to venture into OGs work truck in search of a finger splint from months ago. I emerged with 3 loads of dirty laundry, he enjoys dressing in layers, sheds them during the day and they end up in the truck. Also came out with 7 travel coffee mugs, and filled 2 bags with garbage, no finger splint. His response, "oh no, you didn't throw away any of my good stuff, did you?"
Bobo, the bus is ready whenever you need us we'll be in route to take on that doctor. WTH, you bid and win a sitter for a night and then she says NO. Do you get a replacement, or your money back? If the knitted knockers aren't suitable for wearing, I'll hang mine from the rearview mirror of the car. Much more eye catching than those air fresheners, or even fuzzy dice.
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I learned my lesson about trying to go back to another page, before finishing my post...
Wren, at one time there was always an aloe plant in the kitchen window. Somehow I allowed it to perish. My daughter has started drinking an aloe tea, its premade, it has small pieces of the plant, and tastes good except a bit too sweet.
Nd, I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. How was the birthday celebration and parade? What is the make and model of your husbands mistress? That's what I call the OGs 1962 Willys truck, he spends more time and money on her! Hope you enjoyed your day.
I think I've come to a decision! No more F-ing Femara. I've given it a month, the anger is to over whelming. Things that would normally have no impact on me now send me into rages. Its taking a toll on my family, and I'm honestly afraid of having a stroke or heart attack because of the anger. Exercise doesn't help, neither does Ativan. I have a bone scan scheduled for Tuesday, my next MO appointment is 7/9, unless he can either give me an insight on how to overcome the rage or change to another AI, I'm done. I'll take my chances. The BS assured me the scars would flatten, maybe they have but there is still rolls of tissue that will not flatten, it looks as if I have bags of golf balls underneath my arms. I'm disgusted with my appearance, my attitude, and my hair seems to be thinning. Basically I'm a mess!
The OG is losing mobility in his hand even with nonstop therapy. His pain level is high even with mega doses of narcotic pain relievers. Hes slipping into depression, its 10 am and he is sleeping, usually he is up laughing, talking, by 5am. Now he just drudges into the kitchen takes his meds, and stares at his hand. It is so disheartening for us both.
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Ooh, Gramwe! Poor OG! And poor you! You know I support your decision, whatever you decide. We all do. If you want to F Femara we are with you. You should not feel as if you are about to have a stroke or heart attack! That is too much.
Your PS and your BS should work with you regarding your surgery results, if you are not happy with them. Let me know if you want me to reach out to them. Getting a little of my anger back..
Knitted knockers update! Doing the first one and it is coming out looking GOOD. Well, the first one turned out too pointy so I made it into a hat for one of the baby's dollies. But I've got the hang now.
I just wonder if the knitting will irritate the 'area' of my loved ones. Using the softest organic pima cotton. And -- color update. They don't have beige or peach in this soft baby cotton. I got cream, and I got soft pink, just for starters. But I know some of my ladies have an aversion to Pinktober. F you, Pinktober! Take your Pinktober "festivities" and shove them up your *ss!
Anyway, if there is anyone who does not want pink, let me know. If you would like crazy multi-colored ones, let me know that too. From what I understand, these knockers are meant to be tucked inside of the bra you already own. They are not 'foobs' - they do not get put into the pocket of an mx bra. These knockers even have nipples -- they are quite funny! And Gramwe, they will look great dangling from your rearview mirror, should you choose to go that route!
Sending you love and kisses and healing energy for the OG. Don't forget -- those pain meds he's taking may make him more susceptible to feeling depression (though I am not saying he shouldn't take them...) {{{granwe and OG}}}
p.s. Wrote the GYN and the PCP a note in the online chart service offered by the hospital, letting them know of the pain level of that biopsy, and asking that a plan be put in place for the next one. We will see what they both say. If I don't like the response, I'll change doctors.
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You guys are posting machines!!! Alright, have my cup of coffee, have all the ironing done for the week. All the other chores are done, Joe is at grocery stocking up on ice cream and I am prepared for the heat wave and to catch up with my favorite ladies
I'm sure I've said this before, but I am in awe of you ladies who have young kids and are going through this. Zils, I'm glad your visit with your parents turned out positively. My mother is very controlling and very negative, so I have had to keep her at bay for my own sanity... and for years, I tolerated her behavior and now that I have put my foot down, she is much more respectful than she has been in the past and we have actually had good times. Whether that lasts is another story... but for now I am enjoying it!
It's hard to advise on deodorant, I swear that I don't have stinky pits anymore since chemo. I hope to hell it's just not me noticing my own stench, but I've asked and been assured that I don't stink! I don't even put anything on half the time.. but when I do remember, I use the crystal stick. I have heard other's on these forums recommend Tom's as well, but only a couple of types (I almost typed "flavors" lol), try searching for Tom's and I'm sure the exact types will pop up. I remember reading that limes work as well... rub it on your pits then store it in a baggie in the fridge, it would work for a week.
What on earth are white flies? That is one I am not googling, they sound gross.. I hope they remain in the bushes??
I'm going to try that paste once I am finished rads.. I have the damn maalox that I got for surgery and have tons of cornstarch.. just have to pick up the desitin.
What is with the candy crush???? Half of my facebook friends are playing that damn game and I just don't get it!! Either that or songpop... now my type of game to get addicted to is Cakemania or similar "dash" games.. I did have a love affair with Bejeweled (I think the name was) for a time I must admit.
I would love to learn to belly dance!! I am so uncoordinated too and have no rythym whatsoever, but I dont' care! I wanted to pierce my belly button when I turned 40 (have no piercings.. tattoos or anything besides my ears lol), but now at 46 (soon to be 47.. yikes) I have a beer belly.. which I hate and which I am determined to get rid of. When I do.. I am getting that piercing and Zills we are going to learn belly dancing.
I hope the baby is feeling better and that there are no ER runs in your future!
The California roll salad sounds delicious.. I'm trying to imagine cold rice though. Do you have a recipe for it? I have to look it up now... Bobogirl tells me I need to eat avocado and I know by now to do as she says or else!
When are you back for chemo Zills?
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HA! that was just responding to Zil's posts... and took like 1/2 hour.. I think responding to Moira might take me half the day lol!
Ndgirl, I am so sorry about your friend.. every time I turn around I keep hearing of somebody either being diagnosed or dying from cancer.. it is just so depressing.. I am glad we have come such a long way, but there is still so far to go
My father's favorite car was a 57 Chevy, he would go bananas if he saw one anywhere. My hubby, Joe, loves classic any type of car, he would have loved to have gone to that parade and I would have loved to see him so happy. They have gone through so much with us.. I sincerely believe it is harder on them than on us. I hope you ended up having a better time than I thought.. I can't recall offhand where you are from.. it's a small town right?
I too have always wanted a sister or sisters.. I do have sister in laws and now I have my BC sisters
Wren, thank you for the pointer on Aloe.. I just assumed that any "form" of aloe besides the plant form would not be very effective. I wonder why the isulated container.
Taking a break lol.
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Moira, I am absolutely in awe of you, either you have thus far lived an amazing life or you are so good at describing things that they take on amazing depths. You have a talent for writing that is for sure!
You're right, it wouldn't bother me one bit to sit with somebody who couldn't participate in whatever was going on, but it would bother me to be the person who couldn't participate. As I'm sure I've stated before, I have a very hard time accepting things from people, whatever it may be.. I have no idea why, but I've always been like that. I think it's from childhood and my mother always letting us know how difficult we were and what a burden.. yes she did, quite often.
One of my co-workers is always offering me something she has brought into work and I always say... "no, that's ok", and the other day I pissed her off and she told me so! I honestly don't realize I'm doing it.. and don't always see that it can in fact be insulting at times which is the furthest thing from my mind.
One of my neighbors is a firefighter and we've known him for 20 odd years and have had little get togethers throughout the years... he responded to a call that somebody made.. Joe was at my brother in laws house which is a couple of miles away and they were burning something in the yard and Joe is a bit of a firebug.. so it was a roaring fire (in a fire pit), so Joe is there with my BIL and nephews and the firetruck pulls up and Bob sees it's Joe so its all ok and they just sit around chatting and Bob didn't know that I had BC and when he asks how I'm doing, Joe's answer discloses the fact that I have BC and Bob didn't know. Anyhow.. long story short.. Bob responds that if we need anything... blah blah blah, and then goes on to say that it's hard to do anything for me because I always assume that I am troubling somebody. It was a bit hard to hear that, because its almost like I am more of nuisance trying not to be nuisance!
So to get back to the point, I don't think I will attend the 4th of July party, because I know I will feel like a terrible nuisance and I hate being the cancer person.
I love the relationship you have with your Bec, she sounds like a wonderful girl and how could she not be? It makes me sad that I cannot have that type of relationship with my mother.. I know I have tried and it must be something from her childhood because my two aunts are exactly the same. They cannot appear to be happy unless they are picking apart another person. I remember when my father was in the hospital, my two aunts were outside of his room in the hallway and they were making fun of some woman two rooms over and the way she was dressed. Well the woman two rooms over was with her 16 year old son who was in very critical condition and my aunts think they are being quiet when they really are not and I went off on them doing such a thing to a poor woman whose son may very well be dying, outside of a room where my father was dying. One of my aunts had the good grace to shut up and look embarrassed.. my other aunt makes a comment to the embarrassed aunt... "oooo.. see she's just like Kristie with that attitude". Kristie being her daughter and my cousin who doesnt put up with their BS.
Moira, I would cry over brown curtains, valium or not... just saying
Oh wow on the tattoo of you that Vi got... I love the thought behind it and all the love that went into the concept, but imaging my face on somebody's chest is just too weird to even fathom!!!
Congrats on the rites progression!! Do you feel it has helped keep the arthritis at bay?? I am going to get my friend to start trying them.
And what was the lettuce count? Hmmm?? Honestly I didn't realize how many different varieties there are... there is only 3 types in the grocery store lol.
Honestly, I didn't think I could love Dex more, but the snoring and eye sniffing and the exercise guarding have endeared him to me even more! What a sweet little guy! I have never heard a dog purr, that must be one hell of a massage!
Oh wow again, black swans! I have never seen one up close, I bet they are gorgeous! I can see them now gliding on the rippling lake
You haven't really reported much shopping lately.. c'mon give us the goods.. we KNOW you've been shopping.
Have a good nights sleep.
One more post and I am not hitting refresh as I'm sure I will be behind in posts again LOL
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Bobogirl, I know this is probably none of my business and I may be butting in where I don't belong, but I really believe that you need to find another Dr. I do not like this one at all and while we are on the subject and I am overstepping.. I must say..... WHY do we need to wait for them to find something else before they accept a bmx? I'm sorry that this just doen't make any goddamn sense to me. I am troubled Bobogirl, I keep thinking and thinking about it and just can't make sense of any of it
F your doctors!!! Ok.. got that off my chest.. sorry. Don't make us drive the bitch bus over there. There is plenty of doctors out there that will listen to you and have your best interests in mind. The odds of you spotting again are probably pretty high.. from what I've heard from family members and older friends, going through menopause can take several years and there can be spotting and even light flows during that time.. you are pretty young for menopause. That you would have to go through this every time is just senseless... but regardless.. your doctor needs to have your best interests in mind always... and from what I am hearing and maybe we don't have the full story, that is not the case at all.. in fact quite the opposite and that dr. shoudl be reported in my opinion.I was sorry to hear about your date although I was happy to hear that you felt well enough to go on the date... does that mean operatoin knit a knocker has been placed on hold?
I know Zils asked as well, but what type of dog is Bobo that the babysitter went running for the hills?
I know it's probably very bad, but I wish I had sent you some of these Oxy so at least you will know if these would work with you in the future.. then again if anything happened I would feel absolutely horrible!
I agree with Moira, hold off on the rites for now and make sure you are fully healed... you push yourself too hard I think and need to give yourself a break whenever possible.
You are brave letting DS do the grocery list.. is there any other foods on it besides cookies & brownies??
If I haven't said it before, I will say it now.. F your sneaky, coldhearted Gyn!
I hope you let the nanny service have it!! They should give you 6 hours now, that is just unacceptable.
Aww, I didn't know Madonna had a concert televised... how was it?
Ok.. I've sat too long in one spot doing this.. I must get up and move around andd do something, I am not a good relaxer at all. I think I am caught up through last night.
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Idesim, I think the insulated container with aloe was to keep it as cold as possible to counteract the burn.
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They did give me six hours! You are psychic. Bobo is a 65 pound rescue dog from the Bahamas. We have had him since birth. I kiss him on the lips. He does have a loud bark though, and he barks and jumps when people come in.
You are right about the doctors, you are right about the mx. I am going to let everything settle -- do a year of close watch -- then I'm going to get in touch with Brill (in NJ) and see if she will do it. I have to figure out the insurance, where I will stay, etc. Right now I just have no idea.
I think it's better to be checked out than not for the spotting, since uterine cancer is missed so often -- some women can't even get checked when they want to be -- but I will not be able to handle things as they are. If the doctors come forward with a plan to manage pain this week, great. If not, I'm going to need some assistance taking things into my own hands for next time. I'm 43, I'm obviously going to spot again. I do not think you are overstepping any bounds.
Knockers not on hold! I was just working on them last night. Please read earlier post! And pick your color..
Love that Joe is getting you ice cream. Madonna concert was beyond excellent! Really! DS put on the list what he was told to put -- plus he numbered the list. 33 items. No solid food for me since biopsy. I just had a beer, though. XXX
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I specifically asked for a BMX and the BS here (I don't like her) said no. Even though my breast is a wreck now. She said, Oh, we're going to check you so much now, we'll find it early, breast cancer is curable. I'm not kidding: I wanted to smack her.
I think Dr B will do it, if I can get all my ducks in a row. Don't know how I am going to make it through this year though. This week has changed me. My whole insides are shaky.
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HI all, we the parade was really kinda a bust!! little pun there!! anyway the car we took was a '57 Chevy.. we both love it.. and hubby also has a 1950 Packard but we didnt take it. The only real good thing about going that day was I did get to see a dear old friend that I hadnt seen for a long time so was worth it. Over the 4th there is another 125 year celebration that he will enter the car in but this will be a great celebration and looking forward to it.
I to am amazed at you gals that are fighting cancer and raising young children! hats off to you!
Idesim: I hear you that you dont want to go to party and be the one with cancer, I have had that feeling too, I am only about 2 months out so it is still new to some and of course the first place some sneak a look at is the chest area of course! I hate it but damned if I will let people like that keep me from socalizing either. It gets easier when they see I am not falling on the floor with pain or whatever it is they expect. go for it and enjoy!
Bobo, any color knitted knockers would be fun! I am still waiting for an order from my ditzy fitter, called last Wed. and they said shouldnt be too long! Boy I am not going back there unless in real dire need!
Ariom: Black swans? I would love to see them, I love the spring time here when the white swans migrate through, this spring there was so many even tho the weather was crappy! will have to research black swans, I am an avid bird feeder and love birds but black swans!! I am green with jealousy! enjoy the beautiful sites you have, we all have them but sometimes just dont realize it. Take care all.
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Wild and crazy knockers for me. Pink is ok sometimes. I can always be like Granwe and start a new trend. Has to be better than the iron or steel cajhones the boys hang up below the hitch on their trucks. They are obscene.
Read up on ablation. I had a friend and she loved it. If you're in menopause, you don't need it anyways! Is it still pain or nerves or both? You have taken control and that should make you feel better. And if you have a year before your BMX then you have time to get ripped abs (if you don't already). Your stomach looks a lot poochier (is that a word?) with no breasts. Besides you've got alot to stay busy with.
Baby still good but red streak back. Boy at a birthday party. He's had a big weekend. Should be worn out unless he falls asleep on the way home.
I'm looking forward to some shopping myself tomorrow. They need water shoes and I need another nightgown plus some grocery shopping with a better selection of produce and some lactaid ice cream for the baby. I will be chauffeured but its fun to shop with a girlfriend.
Hopefully I won't wear myself out. Felt great today and probably did too much. Hoping the claw doesn't show up.
I don't have a recipe per say for the California roll salad. The rice was room temp and not cold with probably one cucumber, one avocado and a package of crab meat. All chopped. It was "sushi" rice and she followed directions on packet. I haven't found "sushi" rice locally but will have to put it on the list for tomorrow.
Granwe whatever you decide about meds. You deserve quality and we will support 100%. And the meds OG take probably do make him depressed. Unfortunately that means more than one discussion with both your doctors. Good luck!
Belly dancing is a blast as long as you can laugh at yourself because you feel very akward and self conscious in the beginning. But it's great fun and great exercise plus you get to dress up and hang out with like minded women. Zills are finger cymbals used in belly dancing. My lack of rhythm resulted in my name because they are not for me! I'm not talented enough to move my body and try to click the cymbals with my fingers at the same time.
Candy Crush is like Bejeweled and it was a free download. It's my sister's fault. I upgraded my phone when all this started so I could do stuff with all that waiting around.
Round 3 is July 2nd. Don't want to think about it. I want to enjoy feeling normal this week. Only had to take one pill at breakfast!
I used to hate Sunday nights. Never felt I had finished my to-do list. Always felt pressured. It was nice to play with the kids this am. And my husband does dishes now. Just have to give them a bath and heat some leftovers!
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WOW, girls!
You have all been playing while I've been sleeping. What a fabulous read this cold and dreary morning. It rained all night again, and this morning I had to give Dex a shove out the door for the morning pee. He is so spoilt, he just hates to get his feet wet.
Gramwe, I love to read your posts, it feels like you're talking to me, right here.
The "Ramps of Death" are built safe, and have handrails, they are just a rediculous, and badly planned out structure. I have no idea what they were thinking when they passed the plans, if indeed, there were any plans. It may have been something the locals did when there was truck load of spare concrete left over after a big job. The really funny part of this is that you don't actually know how bad it is till you're already on your way up. It zig zags up this small cliff, but you don't see how steep the next ramp is, till you've gone up another one. When you get to the final two, they just go straight up. Even though my thighs are burning by the time I make it that high, and I am panting from the rest of the walk, I have to laugh out loud at the silliness of this structure.
OMG, the cats, ewwww. I am a bit scared of cats. I haven't ever really owned them, but when I visit somone with a cat, I am always the one they want to sit on. That's fine, but they do that cat claw, massage thing. One of my MIL's used to have one that growled when you tried to make it stop doing that. I spent more time standing in that house than sitting down to avoid that darn cat!
I had to laugh at your find in the work van. I think the OG and Colin may be related. If I hear, "You didn't throw out any good stuff, did you?" one more time! If you could have seen what got transported here from the old place, you'd be amazed. Fortunately, I have managed to convince him to offload a lot of it since getting here, shame about how much it cost to transport here, just to get rid of, though:)
I am with you too, on the F Femara, Nothing should make you feel that terrible.
Take care Gramwe, noses have been kissed, this morning, on your behalf!
Came back to edit, I forgot to say how sorry I am that the hand is not doing so well. If it is any consolation, I had problems with mine after the big surgery too. I got a syndrome called CPRS, but I managed to turn it around. Maybe, take a look at this syndrome, it is Chronic Pain Respose Syndrome, and is very common, I believe. I still have some of the effects, but not badly.....Just a thought!.
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Idesim, I just wanted to say, before I forget, that my mother sounds identical to your mother. I feel I could just 'cut' what you wrote and 'paste' it into my post -- no difference at all.
Hey. Wait. Do you think it's actually the same mother?
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nd -- I am waiting for a call from my wacky fitter as well! And I will not be going back unless I am in dire need as well! Colors coming up.
Zills -- got your order. Wild and crazy! Wait. Do I have your sizes? Have gramwe's size -- working on hers now.
Will look into ablation. Pain is better -- it was really during the procedure that I had it. Afterward, just cramping. So happy for your Sunday, but sorry about the baby's red streak! Are you putting a little cool pack on it? Are you worried?
Worried for you about 2 July. Do you have a plan in place? Are you going to do anything different this time? What's the plan? Suddenly I am the 'what's the plan' lady. Still, I don't think it's a bad thing for our group to have one of those ladies.
Ariom, DO NOT kiss Dex on anyone's behalf but mine! Jealous.
And Gramwe, I think you just have to wash that stuff you found in the OG's car. I think we are just spoiling him now! Too bad -- no yelling at the OG
Excellent point -- I have some time to get 'ripped abs!' Better get started. Ariom, do the rites give you ripped abs? Haven't eaten in a week, so perhaps I am well on my way.
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I have a baby claw but mostly tight. Feeling sorry for myself. I even changed a poopy diaper today! I just want this to be over and I've just begun. Oh well.
White flies are more like gnats but they are very prolific and hang out in the bushes and trees. It's hard to get in the car or house without being stormed. But they don't bite. Just hum or buzz.
Some people don't know how to show their support or concern and some are just nosy. It's been hard for us to accept the outpouring and I'm afraid people will get burned out and we are going to need help for a long time. Mainly because of the kids and because I didn't wait to heal from surgery before starting chemo. I don't know how to express my gratitude. However if the shoe was on the other foot, you know we would be there to do something, anything.
As for your coworker always asking about lunch. Is she single? My single friends cook too much and love to share so they don't eat it for days. You are actually doing them a favor. Or she could just be experimenting and value your opinion. One coworker and I used to swap lunches. Just like when we were kids. It was something new and different for both of us.
As far as my size??? I have no idea. Was barely an A before. Now have a concave spot on one side and two little bumps on either side of my breastbone. I haven't been fitted either so no "expert" opinion to give. I haven't really given any thought to what my new cup size should be. Surprise me!0 -
I had to take off and do the Rites, and shower before the tiler got here. I didn't make it. I was still swanning around in my one boob dressing gown when he arrived. At least I got the Rites done...obsessed with the Rites, I am!
Don't ask me about ripped abs, haven't had those since I was in my 40's, and a gym junkie pre Rheumatoid. I think they could be possible with the full 21 reps of the Rites, but I am a long way off that. I am sticking to 7 reps till I get the ok from the Surgeon to continue forward.
Bobo, my sweet one. I am proud of you for writing to that sorry excuse for a woman who hurt you so, and had the audacity to threaten you with a repeat performance. I told my Bec about that one and she said she was sorry I wasn't there, 'cause I'd have made HER cry! See, I told you! LOL
Let's just play it by ear, the ball's in her court now, we'll see if this bitch has any redeeming features. If not...sigh..I don't think you have any other choice, but to kick her to the kerb where she belongs. I want to smack her too Bobo!
Don't think I have forgotten about the meds situation. I am going to contact an aquaintance who works in the serious burns unit of a Hospital. If she doesn't know about pain meds, who will?
I gave Dex lots of kisses this morning after my eyelash scan. There's so much love in this little guy, enough for us all! He's showing the love to the big beefy tiler right now. Ha Ha I have to keep shooing him out of the Bathroom, Dex, not the tiler, where there is a sealer going on the floor, he thinks everyone comes here to visit with him!
Take care noww...chat later!
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ldesim, thank you! I do love to write, and I have always loved to try new things, and find ways to experience new things too. Being an only child, with no family, other than my parents, made it that I could have gone either way, introverted, or not:) I chose not!
I think that my introduction to school was a big factor too. I was the only one in a kilt, with a Grouse Claw pin to hold the tartan flap closed. Very well tolerated in Scotland, but in Oz, not so much. I remember a lovely Greek boy named George and I eating lunch together with a few Italian kids because the others had ostracised us for being different. That was my very first taste of anything racist, and I didn't like it. I think that experience is probably why I have never become an Aussie citizen. I still travel on a British Passport, and need a Visa to re enter. I have been here 55 years. I may forgive, but I never forget!
I understand your not wanting to acccept help. We all have it to varying degrees, but I must say ldesim, I'd be thrilled to sit with you, in the shade, at the party. What fun we'd have. I do agree though, if you don't think you'd be comfortable at the 4th of July party, you shouldn't put yourself through it. I used to have a real problem with saying no, to things. I just wanted to please everyone, and never rock the boat. Now, not so much. I can say no, with conviction. It took a while, but I have no issue now. I really don't know why it was so hard before.
Brown curtains, you're right they were enough to make anyone cry! LOL
Black Swans spend the Winter here. Lots of them. They are very majestic on the water, and they fly past in formation. Poor Dex doesn't like them, they ruffle their feathers and and Honk and Hiss at him, a bit like Geese, when we go to Sunset Cove on our walk.They can scare me too, because they are quite large. I was chased by a white Swan in Chicago. I was staying at the United Airlines compund and training facility which has a Hotel style accomodation building for visiting staff. The cafeteria was a short walk away with a big lake in the centre. I was fascinated by the Squirrels, which I had never seen before, and suddenly this big White Swan rushed up the bank and chased me. It then flew onto the roof of the building and watched me. How embarrassing, here I am trying not to scream, running for the entrance. I had to ask some other people to walk with me back to the Hotel:)
The Rites are just the perfect exercise for me. It doesn't take long, and I can see some definition after a short time. I would urge your friend to get book 1 and 2. There is an alternative exercise for each of the Rites for those who have problems in any of the areas worked by these poses. I alternate Rite number 4 The Table, with it's alternative because it can be hard on the shoulder joint. It works for me, so it would be a matter of trying it, very slowly to begin with. Maybe get her to watch Dr Oz do a demo on YouTube, she'll know if she can take it.
Shopping, well the Marika sale was my last venture, but I bought a lot. I can't resist another 40% off the already reduced price of anything. I have had some delivered, and the tops with the pockets work well with a softee, so that will be my next Summer attire. I just love yoga pants and T shirts. I wear them all the time in the winter with a big cardigan wrapped around me. I also discovered Aloe infused socks at "iherb" I buy lots of stuff from there. These socks are cosy, comfy, and they make your feet so soft. Yep, I know what you're thinking, she's such a consumer! and I am! LOL
Take care of you...How's the underarm today? It's nearly over now...can't wait till you don't have to do that any more! M x
Did I mention, Dex isn't a very brave dog. He can huff and puff and bark really loud when anyone passes our house, but he's skittish when he's out and something confronts him. Just a hangover from his troubled past, I think. He hides behind my legs like a shy toddler when we are out.
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ndgirl, So sorry theouting didn't pan out to be what you hoped for, but those cars sound amazing, and the next event sounds like it wil be better.
Great to catch up with old frinds too.
I am with you ndgirl, these girls who are doing this while looking after young children blow me away too. I am in awe of them.
I am saddened though, that the relationships with Mothers isn't good. Especially now.
I had a bit of a rocky time with my Mother when I was younger, but that all changed when I had Bec, and then changed again when my Mother got BC, and I looked after her. I must say though, without a word of a lie, when my Mother was Dx with Dementia, we got on so well, it was incredible. She lost all her snippy comments that would enrage me, when I was younger, and became a placid almost child like. version of herself. Although I would never wish that demon Dementia on anyone, it made my Mother a joy to deal with in her later years.
I answered the Black Swan on the previous post. They are very beautiful, and have a red beak that stands out against the black shiny feathers.
We have lots of amazing birds here. I have never been exposed to so many beautifu; birds or indeed landscape before because I lived in the City. I did live at a lovely beachside suburb just a short distance to the centre of the City in Melbourne, but this place is just paradise, and it is all new to me, which is why I go on and on about it! I never imagined a place could seduce me like this one has.
Take care.....catch you later..M x
I offer myself up as a Mother for anyone who wants, or needs me.
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Zills, I understand your thoughts, but I don't think you'll burn people out. I am amazed at the generosity of strangers. As you say, you'd be there for anyone else too.
I am sure they know how you appreciate whatever they do.
I love that lunch swap with your coworker. I used to have a girlfriend at United, and whenever we had a delayed or cancelled flight, we would by a Hungry Jacks hamburger meal and split it. Neither of us wanted to eat a whole one, but could justify the junk food if we both did it. It became a bit of a standing joke. Fortunately, we didn't cop many delays or cancellations:)
Shopping with a girlfriend who does the driving. I like that! Will you have lunch while you are out?
I wondered where the Zills came from, and now I know.
I have never played any of the games you speak of on the computer or iPad. I used to be pretty good at Pacman, and Space Invaders, showing my advancing years! HaHa! Vi was the reigning King of Space Invaders. His name was at the top of the screen in all the machines in the convenience stores near home. He could always draw a crowd of admirers, and Pool, OMG he was great at that too. Considering he came from a village that doesn't really appear on maps, which was so far behind it didn't have electricity. He didn't take long to master our games, and embrace all things western.
Speaking of which. I got up one morning shortly after he moved in with us. Every dishcloth I owned was in the sink, and Vi was on the couch looking sheepish. Remeber, he had little Engilsh, so we played a lot of charades to understand each other. He said "Muck around, go boom!" I know he calls the Microwave, muck around, so I go to check. sure enough, he had put a zip top can of beans in the microwave because he was hungry, but hadn't taken the lid off first. Thankfully it was contained, and the "Muck around" lived to see another day.
I absolutely loved being able to show a teenager the things you show to a baby for the first time, and watch an older mind accept and understand the things we take for granted. He was a smart as a whip, and a sponge for learning, so it was never dull being around him. He always wanted to learn, and he was so good at things once he got the hang of it.
Zills, I think you are taking a risk letting Bobo choose the size for your knitted knockers, she's quite the prankster, you could end up looking like Dolly Parton, if the choice is left to Bobo!
I have always thought the "B" cup looks good. I was a "B", once, but something happened, I don't know how or why, but Ii was suddenly a "D". So as everyone here knows, I have this rogue puppy that sometimes has to be restrained before I go out. I do go out half flat sometimes, and have no problem with it. I just know I would enjoy going totally flat if I had a BMX.
I am picturing the baby with a hot little arm. I hope it has gotten better today.... Take it easy and stay cool..M x
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Just had to come back and tell you. Since it hasn't seems that I have been shopping of late.
Our little supermarket is closing down because a huge one has come to town and ruined their business. I was driving past after going to the Post Office, and there were 50% off signs all over the windows. Well, I had to go in, I need to help the people clear their shelves, don't I? I bought up heaps of Mosquito spray, as well as lots of food, lots of things I normally wouldn't buy, and all Colin's favourite cookies and Dark Chilli Chocolate. I got some fantastic Australian Wines for my girlfriends, when they come next month. Now, where is that recipe for French Truffle Omelette. No, just kidding:)
Off to make a cup of tea, Colin has downloaded the First New Episode of the final season of Dexter! I love that show, but can't imagine how it will end!
Woops, got that wrong! Colin thought it was Dexter he was downloading, but it was True Blood, my other fave show! No worries, we just watched it, and ate chocolate. Now I've got heartburn, and I haven't had dinner yet:)
Talk later......M x
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M, you are the sweetest one ever. I am sure we wish we could all have you as a Mommy. I sure wish you did not live so far away!
Love the story about you in the kilt. Do you know I am Scottish too, on one side? There is a town that is the town of my surname, I've read. I want to go there and go into a pub and have a pint. They pronounce the name differently there. I have never been to Scotland, but I have always wanted to go for the Fringe festival. I wonder if I have my own family tartan?
I love all the posts but cannot read very well just now. Have been up trying to work since five, but unable to concentrate in a real way. Let's hope the rest of the day goes better.
This weekend, instead of feeling sorry for myself, I got care packages together for everyone! Let's see. nd girl and wren, will you pm me your addresses? Have gramwe and idesim. Ariom, will you give yours? Or will you give your myUS address? You're going to get a present too. p.s. They are not bracelets or foobs. That is your hint! XXX
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