CRAZY TOWN WAITING ROOM - TESTS coming up? All Stages Welcome.

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  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    Good Morning Crazies,

    You've all been so busy over the weekend, it's doubtful I will be able to catch up with everything, so I will try for a quick catch up.Yeah right...am I ever quick??? hahaha

    So we're using Katy's jam to rub on all of our body parts?? Oh wait....maybe that was coconut oil??? I go away for a few days and come back to plans for a new diner in Crazy Town. Such busy bees!! haha Since food is my favorite dish, I think it's a fabulous idea!!! I LOVE IT!!! Wonderful idea Sula!!!! CT is growing by leaps and bounds.

    First I'd like to welcome our newbie.

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    Maggie57, Welcome to our thread!! I'm really happy you found us!! Please pull up a chair and make yourself comfortable. Here is your Crazy Town starter kit which consists of a flashlight, magnifying glass, mirror and the newly added coconut oil!! Sending best wishes for a B9 scan!! We will all be right by your side. I've also had so many things pop up after treatment, all of them B9. It's difficult not to go straight to Crazy Town when dealing with these scans!!! Gentle hugs to you!!

    Ducky, Thanks for sharing the pictures of the Pope. So wonderful that he visited your area. I was also raised Catholic, went to Catholic school, and even sent my children to Catholic school when they were little. I've fallen away from the Catholic church over the years, but it really is great to see a Pope that seems so in tune with the people. He seems like such a kind, caring man. Thanks for sharing Grayson's picture with us!! I really enjoy watching her grow up through pictures.

    Octo, Great big hugs to you. One of my best cries was when my hair fell out. Even though I was prepared, it was so shocking when it happened. It makes no sense, but I thought I would be one of the people to defy the odds and not lose my hair. It's traumatizing when it comes out so quickly, and not too many talk about it hurting. It seems like the quicker you lose it, the more pain you experience. There are some people that have lost it gradually. I wasn't one of those. Mine was fast and furious.

    Rain, That really sucks about your insurance. I hope you get some answers soon. I hate dealing with insurance issues. Just one more thing that can send us straight to Crazy Town. It's great that ES Tylenol is able to handle your pain. Over the years, I think I've built up a tolerance to pain meds. Unless it's I.V. grade, I really don't get much relief. I'm glad you're friends are taking such good care of you. Food deliveries are great!!

    Gaia, CONGRATULATIONS!!! We must have a big ol' cyber bridal party for you on the expansive porch of the Mayors mansion. What a wonderful surprise!! Thanks for posting the vacation pictures!! Such a beautiful backdrop for a proposal. I agree, you most definitely have a keeper!! What fun we will all have planning your wedding!! hahahaha

    Queen, CONGRATULATIONS ON FINISHING RADS!!! WooooHooooo!! I'm so excited for you!! Doing the happy dance in your honor. Sorry you're having to deal with crappy insurance issues.

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    Poppy, You have a very big heart for doing this in your home!! Knowing you, I'm not surprised that you offered to do this. There have been many times in my life when I've bit off more than I can chew, but when it was all said and done, I was almost always glad I did. What a wonderful thing you're doing for the band. My son was also in band, and unless you've been involved in the program, no one realizes the amount of hours and dedication that's involved. You're awesome!!!

    M0mmy, Thank you for the daily hugs!! What a wonderful thing to wake up to every morning. You rock!!!

    Sula, What can I say. Each time I log on to this thread, I'm in a constant state of drool!!! When we have our bridal party for Gaia, we know who will be providing the cyber food!!

    momwriter, Oh boy do did you find the right place!! It's a comforting feeling knowing there are so many crazies going through similar feelings as you, yes??? I know it was for me!! My BS gave me some wise words about scans. She said scans pick up EVERYTHING, and unfortunately once they find something, they must investigate. She also told me that most things turn out to be deterioration, arthritis, or evidence of old or new injuries. Typically most things tend to be B9. She told me that's why they don't do routine scans unless I'm having a persistent symptom. I try to keep those words in the forefront of my crazy mind. I keep repeating that conversation in my head while I wait for my new test results.

    Katy, LOVED the bingo game!! It sure sums up many of the truly stupid things that are said to us!! Who knew there were so many uses for coconut oil!! I added it to the Crazy Town kit, as requested!! Did you know you can freeze the coconut oil and use it for lubrication for the VaJayJay??? I read that tip here on BCO. Not so messy that way, and I've heard it really does work!! This is for you Katy. This going hand and hand with your new *uck it mantra!!

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    pennsygal, I don't know if you've ever tried it, but when I was going through treatment and a long time after, I used Benadryl as a sleep aide. May not work for all people, but it really worked well for me. Now I use a muscle relaxer every night before bed. Helps with the pain too.

    Lucy, Hi!! :)

    Tomboy, Thinking of you my friend. ツ!!

    Remember Romper Room? Each show I would sit there with excited anticipation, waiting for my name to be called. It NEVER happened. It's something that REALLY bothered me. I felt invisible - like I didn't exist. Ahhhh....the childhood traumas.

    For that reason, in Crazy Town, anyone that posts to Crazy Town, will have their name called every month or so. It is my hope while going through this nonsense we all have to endure, that you all feel loved and appreciated on this thread. That you all feel a part of us whether you lurk, post once in awhile, or post often. I never want anyone to feel alone. So, here we go.......

    duckyb1, Tomboy, ItalyChick, Lucy55, TangandChris, SusanHG123, PoppyK, dsgirl, sweingnut, Suladog, rleepac, M0mmyof2, Kathy7, Beatmom, Jackbirdie, queenmomcat, 2TA, JAN69,AmyQ, IamNancy, pennsygal, littleblueflowers, Proudtospin, octogirl, Booklady, Alyson, RainNyc, SuzyBlue, rosesrx, gaia0132, Huronite74, clarrn, ErenTo, Colleenmck, Sapphire, MinusTwo, ells, Tresjoli, staynsane, Chloesmom, Wendy3, koshka, Luvmygoats, mommato3, mysunshine48, zjrosenthal, eggroll, Mulligan,HomeMom, yogamama, Shorfi, Westphal107, Positive_spirit,momwriter, & Maggie57.

    Fifty-five extraordinary women. Together we are strong!!!!

    Love to all
  • queenmomcat
    queenmomcat Member Posts: 2,020
    edited September 2015

    SlowDeep: thanks for the shoutout. Nice that in CrazyTown we all get our names called.

    Strawberry jam as ointment during cancer treatment? Possibly. Do we get someone to lick it off?

  • duckyb1
    duckyb1 Member Posts: 9,646
    edited September 2015

    Romper, Bomper Stomper Boo.......Tell me, tell me, tell me do.............Magic Mirror tell me today............Did all my friends have fun at play................

    Well the bitch never said Vincent, or Genevieve, so I had 2 screaming kids every morning on my hands saying "WHY DOESN'T SHE EVER SAY MY NAME".................Oh, and then came Michele, and that name was not common then either.............Well by the time "Michael" was born the clown was off the air........so WTH did it matter then............but good she got cancelled............because then came Eugene, and Nicasia..............well we all know how that was gonna turn out.............LOL

    I heard....I always do what's right, I never do anything wrong......I'm a good little Doo Bee, a Doo Bee all day long.................of course that was before theMirror Bullshit.............once that happened no way did I have 2 good little Doo Bee's.........hahahahahahaha

    Worst thing was the 2 clowns still wanted to watch the show.........well it was that or Soupy Sales with White Fang........remember that...............

    By the time I had #6 Sesame Street was the show of the day, and "come on ladies......who didn't sit there with your kids and watch that show...............46 years later...........Bobby is watching Sesame.....Loves Elmo..............hahahahahahhahahhaha

  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    thanks Slow for adding the CO. And just a gentle warning. Do not take Benadryl if taking Tamoxifen. Don't play well together.

  • pennsygal
    pennsygal Member Posts: 264
    edited September 2015

    Crazies - taking this out of the oven just now, it occurred to me that I may have cooked the perfect pre-surgery meal!

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  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    hahahahahaha Ducky!! You gave me my belly laugh for the day. I was one of those crying children.

    Katy, Thanks for the warning for the Tamox gals. !! I think it's important never to take anything suggested unless cleared by your MO first. I also check with the pharmacist as well.

    queen, I'm just not sure what to say to that!! hahaha.....Too funny!!

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited September 2015

    pennsy, hmm that looks good and I do agree it is good for you now, so easy to do!

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    pennsygal, looks yummy!!

    I swear your post wasn't there when I posted. Also, when I posted earlier, some others posts weren't there either. So weird!! Anyone else experiencing that too? POST LAG!!

  • Tomboy
    Tomboy Member Posts: 2,700
    edited September 2015

    Ok, but yeah, pennysgal? they do look like breasts don't they? I have so many photos of things that look like breasts, I was planning on adding them to my blog soon, but yeah, those look like too much radiation!!!

    Funny, Ducky!

  • pennsygal
    pennsygal Member Posts: 264
    edited September 2015

    Tomboy - yes! I felt like I had taken two green roasted boobs out of the oven!!


  • littleblueflowers
    littleblueflowers Member Posts: 391
    edited September 2015

    For Strawberry Jam...

    QMC, you did ask if we could have someone to lick Katy's excellent jam off of, right?? If I read that wrong, don't click on the link LOL. If I didn't...

  • queenmomcat
    queenmomcat Member Posts: 2,020
    edited September 2015

    Littleblueflowers: no, you read my initial comment pretty much right. I didn't have anything specific in mind, but yeah, a couple of those vets would fit the bill.

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    I totally missed the burned boobs!!! Leave it to me to only think about food and taste!! Can we say 50 lb weight gain??? hahahahaha

  • queenmomcat
    queenmomcat Member Posts: 2,020
    edited September 2015

    SlowDeep: don't worry, it took me a second too, and I was kind of already thinking "This probably has something to do with breast cancer treatment...."

  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    Pennsygal- too funny... But then again....not? Looks deelish and healthy though. I like the way you think. And glad you're keeping your sense of humor.

    My bathtub is in! Not the tile, but the contractor said I could take a bath if I didn't splash my rubber ducky around too much. (Sorry, Ducky)..... The extra few inches of width and depth make a huge difference over my 10" puddle I had before. Tile going in tomorrow! So excited. Feeling better now that I'm clean, too. My tub came out last Thursday morning. Despite my attempts at alternative ablutions, things were getting a little ripe around here, as my mom used to say.


  • queenmomcat
    queenmomcat Member Posts: 2,020
    edited September 2015

    Cheers for a bathtub for Jackbirdie!

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited September 2015

    , congrats on the new bath tub! I had to gut my bathroom due to a nasty leak that meant the ceiling was close to falling in! I confess I survived with the shower at the gym'

    bad news as I just got a letter that my dentist of 20 plus years is retiring and selling his practice.

    dang but did like him but it seems I need to find a new one

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    Katy, I'd love to see pictures!! Not of you taking a bath....but of your new bathtub!! I love looking at home improvements.

    Oh no PTS. A good dentist is so difficult to find!! Mine retired a few years ago and I was so sad. I hope you're able to find another one you trust.

    I thought I would share this picture with you all. On the surface it looks like a pale, white, flabby, scarred leg, but this is my knee actually doing a rotation on my stationary bike!!! I did this last week and have been making progress daily. My knees were following the path of my wrists and were starting to freeze. This is a huge accomplishment for me!! I wanted to share with you all. Someday I may even be able to ride a real bike again, providing I could find the right seat. So excited!!!

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    Baby steps....or in this case, baby turns!! haha

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited September 2015

    slow, glad for you progress, it dang but takes time to rehab knees and junk but betting you can do it

  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    ok Slow, here are some in progress photos:

    After old tub was ripped out, before new subfloor put in (they found a rotted floor)

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    Above is new tub. I checked it out and it was bliss.

    Below are some fizzy bombs I bought from Soap Hope. In anticipation of this fine day. They give micro loans to very poor women who make organic soaps and things. Cool company.

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  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    And Beppy- that is AWESOME about getting on the bike and seeing imorovement! I am very happy for you and even prouder. I know how hard it is to get back up on the horse. You are a freaking WARRIOR!!!!

    🎼🎶🎶Celebrate good times 🎉🎉🎉 come on! 🎶🎶🎶💥💥💥💥💥💫💫💫💫🎉🎉🎉.

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    Great looking tub!! I wish blissful soaking for you!! I can't wait to see it all finished. You need candles....lots of candles!! And, a bath pillow....and a glass of wine!! Just one glass though cause we don't want you drowning in the tub!! I'm so excited for you!!

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    Tang, It's been on my mind and I forgot to ask. Did you ever find out what the red spots were from???

  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    Beppy- a bath pillow? Pray, 'splain please. I'm liking the sound of that.

    Yeah, no way I could have drowned in former tub. I'm thinking bubbly! One glass. You know I love my champs...

    And candles....are there any recommendations out there for good candles in the bath? Guess the candelabra is out... Maybe those thick tall ones?


  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    Oh my....you've never had a bath pillow???? You're in for a treat!!

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  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015
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  • Jackbirdie
    Jackbirdie Member Posts: 1,617
    edited September 2015

    ok no fair posting EITHER of those pics without telling me where to buy them..

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    hahahahaha. Wayfair, JCPenny's, Kohls....check their online stores. Bed, bath and beyond too.

    Google bathtub accessories and you'll find it all!!!

  • queenmomcat
    queenmomcat Member Posts: 2,020
    edited September 2015

    (sprints for the bathtub, clutching my champagne split, bubble bath and book)

  • SlowDeepBreaths
    SlowDeepBreaths Member Posts: 6,702
    edited September 2015

    hahahahahahaha queen!!

    Oh how I miss my baths. I don't take them anymore since my put-back-together surgery after flesh eating bacteria. Too paranoid!!!