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Just ran and got my covfefe....and am settling in for an afternoon of work in the closet. I am pushing hard, because I feel like if I can get that in order, the other things in my life can fall into place as well. I need an organized system throughout my life, in all aspects. Lately, it has been haphazard, and I want it to be measured. Both emotionally and "stuff" wise, I have come along way since the breast cancer diagnosis. Chipping through one piece of my life at a time, I can put all my affairs in order and plan to enjoy my life. My daughter graduated in 2016 from high school, and I was hosting parties, helping her wrap up her high school career, etc. Then, in August of 2016, came the diagnosis. I had not recovered from having children, and then was thrown into a tailspin. This was my timeline....
Jan 2016 - Daughter was involved in many school activities that warranted parental attendance
April 2016 - Picking out of the Prom Dress; taking Senior Pics with professional photographer
May 2016 - Prom - daughter on Court
June 2016 - son, while drinking with his buddies, broke his arm in the middle of the night which warranted hospital visit; had a big party for daughter's graduation
July 2016 - son was violently mugged and had his jaw wired shut; had to cancel mammogram
August 2016 - Mammogram with breast cancer diagnosis; surgery and recovery; running with son on dental appointments
Sept 2016 - Surgery recovery and infection; son left for a university in Switzerland
October 2016 - Radiation
November 2016 - finished radiation and started contemplating anti hormonals
December 2016 - had major insomnia; started this thread
January 2017 - hysterectomy//oopherectomy with the support of this thread
February 2017 - Started tamoxifen
March 2017 - had to do iron iv's to get iron level up
April 2017 - Vegas or bust; bought project house with my niece
May 2017 - worked on our basement
June 2017 - found chandeliers and worked on them
July 2017 - heat in Illinois - don't remember what I did that was productive
August 2017 - one year anniversary
September 2017 - empty nest
October 2017 - started cleaning out nest
November 2017 - started giving things away and clearing away unnecessary things
December 2017- decorating and making bows
January 2018 - mom went in hospital
February 2018 - spent many days with my mom at the rehab center; mom was taken to ICU
March 2018 - mom in hospital; cleaning of closet
April 2018 - Vegas; mom in hospital; cleaning of closet; big family party on DH's side coming up; wills estates and trust documents for my mom
When I look at this list, I don't feel that I have done enough. I want to accomplish more and probably need to do more calendaring. I have an okay calendaring system, but it is not great. Goals and objectives are so important to me, and I have not been addressing them...just doing them. Any recommendations?
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Oh Michelle! I have been so knocked sidewise in my life. But always emerged stronger and sometimes saner.
Goals and objectives come after your vision of yourself in fabulousness. So start there. You have to define "fabulousness" and then its key elements. That will give you your goals. It's fine if these change as you get closer. It's also fine if some prove not to be everything you had imagined.
Counting blessings is also helpful. There is much to be thankful for including the time you got to spend with your mother earlier this year.
You also need to think through what you want to let go of, other than the contents of your closets. One of my close friends can't let go of her work life. She needs to and focus on pleasure. But she is afraid to, and I suspect that the fear is unfounded. I have learned from this.
Can you plan an adventure? Perhaps it's learning everything about Sir John Soane and visiting the house he designed in London. Truly fascinating. Or taking in the wilds of Iceland. Or Victorian era jewelry design. I recommend things that open up the imagination, and aren't too easy to accomplish. Otherwise, it's a task and not a goal. If you want to come here, we could do the North Cascades Loop. I won't require that you pitch a tent. But vineyard camping makes for a good story.
My goals are currently in conflict. Eating well and staying slim don't work that well together. But I suspect that enough time in the bicycle saddle will put things right. I am at the point in my life where I want to get to my bucket sooner as "later" isn't guaranteed. I have done the big one of being OK financially for the long haul.
Once you get your list, THEN you calendarize. I have made a personal "to do" list for a number of years which encompasses everything from the cosmic to the mundane. One of the latter is getting a brighter sitting room floor lamp so I enjoy reading more.
So start with the VISION. Below are some questions to get you started. Good luck! - Claire
Where to you want to be in 3-5 years?
What haven't you done in your life?
What have you done that you would like to do again?
Who would you like to look like? This is terms of general style.
What do you want to avoid if possible?
What about your children?? What are their needs? Are they part of this adventure?
What about your husband? What is better shared? What is better done solo?
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Thanks, Claire, you always make me think!!! Today, I had my MO checkup, which was fine. Sometimes, I get very nervous before I go in. Supposed to go every three months, but it has been every 4 or so months. This summer I graduate to every 4 months and then in a year every 6 months.
I am going to the movies today, with my good friend. Need to "murphy's oil" my closet floor, which will probably happen after the movie. Planning a party for my dh birthday next week. That's about it....I will check in later.
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I think this is what happens to my time. Drs. appt today and obgyn tomorrow, Thursday Bocce ball league. Just received a call from daughter who gets inducted into leadership honor society on Friday. MILs party Saturday. Tomorrow have to go through all my mom's keys to find the one for her safety deposit box or I will have to be at the bank and have it drilled. I had no idea about my dd's induction ceremony on Friday. Things like that come up all the time, whether it is a rescue from a party, a mid night run to Walmart, a broken arm. My life is just not my own and it is not on a normal schedule. I am taking my meds at 10pm and trying to sleep by midnight.
I did get my floor scrubbed today with Murphy's oil. I plan to scrub it until it is spic and span.
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I am watching the sun set by degrees this evening, the first one that is warm and fragrant. My plan was to plant geraniums in my deck planters, but alas the ones at the supermarket were tired looking. I am assuming they will get more. My o my, what a honkfest out there.
Dinner is fresh halibut and asparagus - very much a spring thing with leftover roast potatoes and sweet potatoes.
I had to engineer enough exercise. My inclinations post supermarket halibut, non-geranium, run was to bag the thought of doing anything else, especially with a cornea scrape. But I hauled my sorry hide out there and ended up with 4 rather than 3 miles for today.
I may expire from the scent of the roasting halibut and vegetables.
What I do is generate a personal "to do" list and then put the things on the "must do" list on my calendar. It normally works. Then you have the option of inviting the person to YOUR planned event or deferring if something really enticing. Now, this doesn't work for things such as lock boxes, but that's the way life goes. But if it makes it to your Outlook calendar the chances of it happening are greatly improved.
Onto my dinner as one of my immediate priorities is enjoying the fabulous halibut which I snagged at 40% off! - Claire
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Had my MO checkup yesterday, had my obgyn checkup today, came home and cleaned a tiny closet that is attached to my larger closet. Next up, the cubicle from Ikea will go up, so that my husband can finish painting and I can have a place for things that were on my shelves which I know longer wanted. Just took my megadose of Vitamin D for the week, which will induce a short nap.....
Updates later....
My dh is putting together my cubicle shelving...yeah....we took the cedar chest out - which I do not need. Maximizing my vertical space is super important to me, as well as horizonal space. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Tomorrow, I am going shade shopping, maybe just the roll down kind and either to the fabric store or Bed Bath and Beyond for light blocking curtains. I can't wait to take pics when I finish this closet//room being used as closet.
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Claire can I ask what kind of side effects if any you had from your anti hormonals. I'm still having a fair amount of joint pain and now I'm experiencing hair thinning. I was just wondering if you had any of those side effects and if you can offer any hope here for relief of symptoms or hair regrowth after the five years. Also did you have any problems with your bone density at all from the meds? I hope everyone has a great day
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One of the reasons I took up running was to preserve bone density. I had slight, but not statistically significant, bone loss between years 1.5 and 5.5, as was measured again 6 months after I ended AIs. Ended up in the normal range with spine scores better than hips. I'll take it.
I did have some joint soreness, particularly Year 5. I remember skiing with my left hip hurting as well as getting a blister on my right ankle. Ouch. Everything resolved once I ended anastrazole. I have new ski boots now too. One thing I have noticed is that I take less ibuprofen now.
Having said all this, I think one of the reasons I had a relatively easy time through AIs was because of all the exercise.
I think my hair is a bit thicker now, but less thick than prior to chemo. But then, my mother's and grandmother's hair got thinner around my age, so I will never know.
I think the key to maintaining bone density is walking or running. Plus all the other benefits of regular exercise. I don't have muscle atrophy either. In saying all this, I need to mention that I am in my late 60s. So now, my goal with exercise is to ensure that I am fit and active for the rest of my life. I was so thrilled to see a picture of Queen Elizabeth on horseback the other day. She just turned 92.
Hope this helps. BTW - hair color also thickens your hair and improves its texture. My life will be complete if I never learn what the "real" color of my hair is! - Claire
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Hi friends, I just discovered this lovely thread, and I think it is what I need. Often I get freaked out and depressed reading various threads about treatment side effects, emotional issues, pessimistic and angry perspectives. I don't want to deny the realities of bc, but I also don't think a negative outlook is conducive to health and well being. I could use some inspiration.
I have had a single mastectomy, implant and radiation, and am set to begin AIs next month. I hadn't given the AIs much thought (so relieved was I to avoid chemo), but things I am reading have me scared. Yet many women seem to have only minimal SEs, so maybe I will be fortunate that way too.
Things that keep me happy are: hunting for vintage clothing and treasures in thrift stores; laughing and having local adventures with my wonderfully supportive husband; reading nonfiction and fiction and keeping up with news; going to the theater; taking "street photography" pictures. I also do occasional freelance writing (my career was in the publishing field). During treatment, I decided to take advantage of free yoga classes at my hospital, and am enjoying that a lot. I am a somewhat reluctant exerciser (though I do like walking); I hope increase my exercise as a way of mimimizing AI side effects and improving my health and outlook.
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Miranda, this is a wonderful thread for the daily lives, and mostly uplifting messages. What I gain the most, is support and understanding from all the women on here. Everyday, when I hop on my computer, I check my email, my facebook, and this thread. We know not everything is roses and sunshine, but together we have forged a bond and help each other when it is needed.
I love vintage clothing to look at, and I do own a couple of pieces. I do have a collection of vintage handbags, as well as lots and lots and lots of other handbags. Currently, as you may have read, I am redoing my closet and have unearthed several vintage pieces. Simplification is the new mantra for me, and the less I own, the easier my life will be.
So, you have been on breastcancer.org since 2013, but were just diagnosed this year? Do tell.....
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Hi Michelle!
I'm inspired by your simplification/closet clearing project. I try, but my husband and I have problems with lack of space/storage and our avid collecting. Long story, but I do what I can, and want to do more toward donating and discarding excess. Working on my husband to get him to let go of things is a bigger challenge.
I would love to hear about your vintage handbags. I have a lot, too, in my closet, though I rarely have occasion to carry them. I also have a large collection of vintage ladies' suits, but seldom have the nerve to wear them (I fear looking like I'm wearing a costume). Sometimes the jackets look beautiful with other, more contemporary pieces. The other day I found a cache of good-quality women's shoes from the '60s (Pappagallos, etc.) at a thrift store. Will I ever wear them? Doubtful, so you see, the collecting can be a little crazy. I'm not particularly bold in my mode of dressing.
I first registered from this site back then when I was anxious about a mammogram callback. I got the "all clear" on that (according to my breast surgeon, my tumor was visible then, according to the film). Misguidedly, I skipped mammograms for several years, until something made me finally get one late last year, and that's when I was diagnosed. I was extremely scared of BC since losing my sister to the disease in the year 2000. My treatment has gone pretty well, and I'm adjusting to the "new normal" of BC as a factor in my life.
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pic of backyard area
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miranda, welcome! Ignore my rant above. Lol I am usually more upbeat! I got scared too reading horror stories. You will love the women here!
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Gk, please rant and get it off of your chest. You do know that Tamoxifen can be used? Is there any reason that was not the first line of treatment?
Got alot done today, including clearing an area of my closet so that it can be painted. Continued to sift through stuff to see what I want to keep and get rid of. This has been a great project for me, to keep my mind active while my mom is having health issues.
Played bocce ball at our club tonight, and finally won a match. Came close in the first one, and took the second home..... I was inspired by the movie, "I feel pretty," to win at least one tonight. The weather was perfect today.
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Gorgeous weather here. Got in 4 miles of walking even though dragging. The most amazing scents of spring. Had a fun IM exchange with a colleague who has a birthday today. I had bought a fun bottle of rosé for her for birthday (today), and the same one for myself tonight. Turns out that great minds think alike, so I was able to share her birthday with her! So touched that she waited until tonight to open it. My bottle was just fab with the Copper River Salmon and local asparagus I made to go with. I see salmon cakes with a potato base in my future.
The secret with vintage clothing is to mix with current so it all works, and that you look fab and unique in the process. Examples for me are a 50s mink stole that I wear with a black cashmere top and leggings, or my 70s YSL moto jacket that I wear open so as to look badass, as opposed to time warp. Suspect it's a case of shrewd repurposing. Otherwise, you do indeed look lost in time. Of course, with my mid calf Burberry raincoat everyone is envious as I am dry and they aren't (and who cares anyway when it's bucketing down). With the Pappagallo shoes, I would wear with basic black so that the shoes shine on their own. I do this with scarves all the time.
Would love to see more examples of combining vintage with current.
Just realized that focusing on fabulousness is the way to take one's mind off the mundane and minor aches and pains. Listening to amazing jazz as I write this.
My bed beckons...... - Claire
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Michelle, I was unable to take tamoxifen because of severe endometriosis. And it wasn't even like a hysterectomy would help because I had the endometrial implants all inside my abdominal cavity on my kidneys, bladder etc my understanding is that tamoxifen can affect endometrial tissue with a very slight risk of cancer. With the endometrial implants being in my abdominal cavity they just didn't want to risk that. So they decided to give me zoladex shots to make me menopausal and then give me the AI. The other thing is I have lobular breast cancer and it's looking like from the research that ais are a bit more effective for that. So even though there are more side effects I think I'm on the best treatment and I think I just kind of need to tough some of this out. On another note my older daughter and I went to a local Harry Potter trivia night at a Taproom & bar last night. We had a great time. Today is Friday hooray I've worked every day this week due to one of my co-workers having surgery. I'm so used to being part time working part time. I feel like I'm dying working everyday. Oh hear me whining about something that I've everybody else probably does every week! Lol but I'm happy it's Friday let's just put it that way. I hope everybody has a great day!
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Claire, those are wonderful tips on incorporating vintage clothing into a contemporary wardrobe. Some of those pieces you describe sound fab.
This a.m. I shared all my fears (BC, AIs, etc.) with my husband, and we had a sobering but helpful talk. We are both going through difficult things. I got a test result posted online from my bone density test (I have yet to start the AIs), and it said I have osteopenia. I don't know how that will affect the medication choice.
Then I met a friend I haven't seen for decades at a small nature park that he likes to visit and watch the birds. We saw three deer in tandem walking, running and leaping over a fence, close enough for me to take a picture. That was amazing! They were so close to us it was as if they were posing; my friend said "They're like the Kardashians!" LOL, I love jokes.
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Welcome Miranda! I am slow to post. I always read the post and occasionally get to post myself. I have 6 grandchildren (12,11,9,6,3 and1) and I'm rarely alone. I have an AFL and my client has been with me 20 years. So when I refer to my girl, that's who I'm talking about.
Gkbuser - I'm on Anastrozole now. I was on Tamoxifen for a year and that forced me into menopause. I was so angry about the switch I thought I expressed myself here maybe I didn't. I have been on Anastrozole for 6 weeks and have not had any big issues. My fingernails are rough and my eyelashes seem thinner. The biggest change is I have a normal appetite and have lost 5 pounds. I was always so hungry on Tamoxifen. I thought it was all the antibiotics I had taken for sinus infections and cellulitis. I get warm sometimes but not hot. It I walk on my kitchen floor (it's tile) barefoot I am immediately cold. I am referring to those moments as "spells" not flashes hahaha! There are several recipes using essential oils to promote hair growth. Have you tried any of those? Beside the BC I had half my thyroid removed on 2010 so I'm very protective of my hair! I think that's why I only have it trimmed every 8 weeks and avoid chemicals. I agree with Claire on staying active. I average 10-11 miles a day walking and jogging. I rarely sit down but on the days I do sit for more than 15 minutes I feel stiff when I get up. Between the housework, volunteer work, my girl and grandkids....it's constant motion here!
Michelle- I am in operation closet clean out mode to! When I can get downstairs (my girl can not navigate stairs) I bag up all the get rid of and donate! Yesterday I washed the curtains from 2 bedrooms, cleaned the windows and changed the linens on 3 beds. Spring cleaning is in the works.
We have had rain for 4 days and today the sun is starting to creep out. My bird nest in the wreath on my front door now has 5 baby birds. It has been a joy to watch them!
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Today I had my niece work on my brows, and had a hair appt before going to my daughter's leadership honor society induction ceremony. My hair is a bit lighter than I would like it, but it is still in my ashy blonde realm. I had dinner with dh, dd, ds at our club, and it was fun. Next week is already going to be a full week, with a consult on a fundraiser for a major cancer foundation on Tuesday. I told them I could advise them only on strategic planning and marketing concept, but not implementation. Later that evening, I have a massage. The next night I am taking my sister to our mother's home town to meet up with our 21 first cousins and a bunch of their children. Thursday is dh's birthday and we will have dinner and go to bocce ball. Friday we have large family party for dh. I am going to be one busy girl. I still have to choose a menu for my son's grad party.
Thank you everyone for contributing to our thread. It is nice to see newcomers understand the value of positive messages. Hugs to all my girls....
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Varga and Claire, thank you for all the advice. I know one of the most important things is exercise. I do walk a lot I would say about two miles a day. I also try to do yoga periodically. I know that's one of the most important things for comfort is basically keep moving. I'm also a nurse so I'm on my feet for like 8 hours continuously when I'm at work. I ran a 5K in August. Miranda , keep us informed. I am guessing they will offer you some bone-strengthening medication to go along with your AI. But let us know how that works out. I assume you're on calcium and vitamin D? I would like to get into some sort of weightlifting though. I heard that's really good for your bone density. I'm really bummed out though because as a family we love to ride our bikes and I've heard that bike riding is not considered a bone bearing exercise. Which I really don't understand because especially when you go uphill you're really pushing down hard on the pedals, I would think that would totally be a bone during exercise but apparently it's not. Can anyone explain that to me? But it is some form of exercise so we're taking a bike ride today no matter what. Michelle, good job helping out with the cancer fundraiser you go girl! Good job setting limits to though. Sometimes that's kind of hard for me to do. I hope everybody has a great day. Going out to try a new coffee place with my husband. Then do some laundry and house cleaning, then work on that bike ride.
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gkbuser, I would think all exercise is helpful, whether considered weight-bearing or not. Being active and doing something you love is important.
I was found to be very low on Vitamin D when I had the checkup that led me to mammogram and cancer diagnosis, and have been supplementing, but I have relied on diet for calcium so far. I think some of the anxiety I'm experiencing now is because I'm weaning myself off daily hospital visits (radiation, etc.) and feeling a bit adrift about everything. I go back twice a week for yoga, and have lots of follow-up appointments coming up.
Yesterday I was happy to encounter a man who had painted his bicycle in Cleveland Cavaliers colors (wine and gold). Being in the city with my camera is what makes me happiest. Sadly, the Cavs lost Game 6 of first round of playoffs. Spending the weekend as usual with DH; doing laundry, and will go see a kids' art show at the library (they also have a mascot who lives there, a hedgehog, which we've been eager to see). We'll go out to lunch, maybe Lebanese food, which we love. Cooler and cloudier today than usual, so may not get to walk outside as we'd like to, but it will be a fun day no matter what.
I'm really enjoying reading and sharing the uplifting messages. Michelle, your hair and brows look beautiful. I'm unfollowing some of the more negative threads, which were really getting me down.
Have a beautiful weekend, everyone!
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I just did a bit of research on cycling and bones. It appears to be beneficial for those who ride moderate distances, but not as good as running (jarring motion) or weight lifting. With elite cyclists, you run into the same problems as with elite athletes in any sport where the body gets depleted of calcium. I am not an elite cyclist. This does not apply to riders of recumbent bicycles.
Cycling also has cardio benefits, builds muscle, helps with balance, burns calories, gets you outdoors, builds lung capacity.
In my own body, I find that cycling gives me sculpted shoulders, arms, and pectorals, a slimmer waist, strong lower back muscles, stronger abs, shapely butt, and terrific legs. I'll take all of these.
Of course, I am saying these things because it's quite moist out there and I need to psyche myself to go out and train!!! You don't get the above by hanging out on the couch. In the end, I would say that cycling is terrific exercise, but best mixed with other exercises as no one exercise does it all.
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Had the most fun evening out last night. Makeover night with a Clarins spa facial at Nordstrom. Then Marques from the YSL counter took over. He had wanted to do a makeover on me for quite some time, and spent an hour!!! This is a result. I have never rocked a smoky eye, and I think this looks amazing on me. However, not sure that I can replicate.
Afterwards, I went to the wine bar for some wine and live music. Wonderful fun. The most interesting thing I learned from Marques is that he seldom gets the chance to use real color. So it was fun for him too.
Yes, I bought the lipstick! - Claire
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Lovely, Claire! Isn't it fun getting pampered at the beauty counter? That shade of lipstick is gorgeous. You're inspiring me to get my bike tuned up and get out there and ride.
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Claire, dear sage, you are one hottie!!!! You go girl.....love the smokey eye and bold lips.
Everyone on here gives great tips on movement, which we have all learned is critical to combatting side effects of meds and feeling good. If you exercise, your raise your endorphin levels, which supports the mood improvement.
Gk, I have to set limits, because I have already done my portion of volunteering, starting healthcare organizations, running sports clubs for my kids. Claire pointed out that I have to set limits and choose what goes on my calendar. Volunteering is not on my calendar. After 20 years of volunteering, I have no desire. I just sent a message to my friend to cancel the meeting with his colleague. There is nothing left to give, the well is dry, and I need to stay focused on my mom, my sisters, my son's graduation, etc. I am trying to put me back together after raising a family, and going through the breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
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After a wet-ish ride and then a short sprint to the supermarket and back while it was bucketing down, admit I don't look quite the same as in the picture other than skin that is glowing for other reasons. I think it's hot bath time.
One of the things I need to focus on once I am past the madness of the May events is dating again. No need to waste the "hottie" look! I just need to look for someone who is fit enough to survive the first excursion out. I have spent some time with a guy friend who is most likely relocating to Phoenix, but haven't really dated in almost 3 years.
Tonight's dinner will be salmon cakes made with the salmon I had the other night, and then roast asparagus with some of the carrots I bought a couple of weeks ago. All local, and all delish. I make the salmon cakes with potatoes and make crab cakes the same way. I think far tastier than with breadcrumbs as filler, though I do use bread crumbs for coating.
Love your decision, Michelle! I think that one thing all of us need to consider is editing the time sucks out of our life. I so get needing to say no. When I was going through chemo, I had lots of long conversations with two people whose lives were chaotic enough to take my mind off my plight!!! Needless to say, that era has long since passed.
I have 2 other friends whom I greatly miss, but thankful for all the wonderful hours we spent together. So life does change and so do one's priorities. If they don't, then most likely you are beyond stagnant. I find that I need to reassess every few years. This need becomes more acute following a trip through cancer treatment.
It helped me greatly to assume I was cured until proven otherwise. I still operate that way, though the risk decreases with each passing year.
The makeover is part of the new look I am working towards. Along with the YSL Muse Bag. Still need a spiffy cross body. - Claire
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Claire, you had me at "time sucks" using it as an object instead of using sucks as a verb. The time sucks in my life are going on a bye-bye ride. I think a trip through breast cancer, is like hitting rock bottom emotionally. The rebuild is how we get to re-imagine what we want our lives to be. I was speaking with a relative last night at my mil's soiree, and his daughter has a major drug problem. She walks out of rehab, is on probation in two states. I think if she had to go to jail, and see her future from a sober perspective, then rock bottom would be a good place for her.
Varga, you are certainly a very busy lady. I had no idea you had so many grandchildren. You must have had your kids very young. How are the mountains treating you?
Miranda, a long time ago a friend on here, told me to stay away from those kind of people and posts. The gals on this thread are very well informed, but we do not pick a topic to death. I trust my doctors, I trust my medicine, I trusted my surgery and radiation. We are getting on with the business of living our lives fully, which does not allow time for engaging in less than positive conversations.
GK, are you enjoying the nice midwest spring, before we get blown to bits during midweek? Are you following the weather.....is it you or Tarenee that live in Ohio or Iowa?
I hope everyone is having a great weekend!!!
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Claire, that looks great! I'm glad you had the fun experience of that makeover. Miranda , I had the exact same experience with some of the different forums. I just felt like people that were supposed to be supporting each other we're just tearing each other down and basically calling each other stupid for choices or things they believed. I find the women on here awesome. Michelle, I am definitely enjoying the sunshine and fair weather. We did take our bike ride yesterday. Didn't go as far as we wanted to because my daughter got a cramp in her leg but none-the-less did it. Going to a friend's of international students picnic this evening. Have a great day everyone!
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Clarie-I'm all about the lipstick! A good lip tint and mascara can change your day! We rent bicycles when we go to the beach that would be the only time I ride. If I were footloose and fancy free I think I would ride on the trails here in the mountains. There are plenty breath taking trails here!
Miranda-that is a true fan! Crazy how the tires were painted to!
Gkbuser - I don't think I knew you were a nurse. Do you work at a hospital? That is one busy job! I appreciate nurses!! They can make or break your medical treatment!
Michelle - the hair color is so stylish! My hair is so dark. I have thought about adding some highlights but truly would not want to be a the salon every 4 weeks. I had highlights years (15-20??) And had to have them touched up every 4 weeks I could not handle the roots showing. I had my daughter when I was 21 and turned 22 when she was 6 weeks old. She had our oldest grandson when she was 18. I was 40 and DH was 38 when we became grandparents. We have had more fun with the grandkids I think than we were able to with the girls. I think we are more relaxed and do not feel the pressure of day to day life as much now. The mountains are breezy today. Yesterday was beautiful! I went to high school production of Sister Act at the HS I worked at until 2011. My BF daughter had the lead role as Delores. That girl will be on Broadway someday. So much talent! Today DH my girl and I went to Maggie Valley to a scrumptious breakfast place. Then I dropped my van off at the dealership to have recall work done. Stopped at the grocery store. Had a video call with the 1 and 3 y/o grandbabies. They are so stinking cute! I'm just amazed at how easy the 3 y/o navigates apps on DD phone. He video called me through snap chat to tell me he need a Rubble cozy critter "so bad"...cracks me up! My 5 baby birds have left the nest and that wreath is in the trash!! To much bird poo for me!
Talk on the phone with CeliaC am excited to be meeting her this weekend when she passes through my area.
Enjoy your Sunday!
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Missed the bucketing down and snagged some sunshine today. Lovely ride along the lake, but alas, had work so couldn't avail myself of the fact that the new section of path goes right by Big Block Brewing. Another day!!! (Thinking of a ride, brewery stop, and swim for a hot day this summer.)
Still need new geraniums for my deck as will soon be spending evening hours out there. The air is so fragrant at the moment, and I cycled right by apple trees in bloom. Heavenly!!! Supermarket next door has a great selection of geraniums, so sometime this week. I think the tarragon in my herb garden is coming back to life, and can't wait for that. Think it's my 2nd favorite herb with basil being the "king". I have fresh thyme and rosemary for tonight's lamb chops (from my ski trip).
My investment in a new mop head was worth every penny as kitchen and bathroom floors are now spotless. Nothing like being cheap about the wrong items! I will purchase sooner next time. Mop is just amazing now.
Have more "editing out" ahead, but suspect that focus on my bills is more important. This includes my late-ish credit card statement that must have been diverted to a mud puddle prior to arriving in my mailbox. At least I can make out the sum I owe!
Still need to face the clam chowder explosion in my microwave.....
Feeling the burn from my two rides. More training next weekend, and need to sign up for the Metric Century route of the Skagit Spring Classic. That one will whip my sorry hide into shape. - Claire
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