My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
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50sgirl, beautiful photos of your family!
Grannax, great pics of your home!
Micmel, I was terribly sorry to read about the tragic murder of the young woman in your community. No one there will ever forget it, at least not for years and years. It does cast a pallor on everything. Over 10 years ago, a man living in the middle of our town blew up his house. Actually what happened, he barricaded himself in the detached garage with guns and ammo and called the police. His intent was all out war on the police when they arrived. Instead, he'd turned on all the gas in his house waiting for it to go up in flames but it exploded and killed him. Everyone in town heard the explosion. This man was in a dispute with family members over the ownership of the house. Well, it left everyone around here in a funk for a long, long time. And the bad guy was the one who did himself in. A young woman's violent death is so much more earth shattering.
Ladies, I've had a hellacious June. Mother in law got moved to her daughter's, then that daughter started calling our house asking dh to do this or that. I said, “I'M NOT HAVING IT." After all these years of having my mil and other sil ordering dh around, I am not about to have another sil, who never helped out one bit over the years, start calling the shots. Dh and I had a huge fight. I said, “this is not friggin' Sister Wives!!!" I said sil has a husband, he can help her now, same as I helped dh for 29 years with their mother. Plus another never did nothing brother lives 10 minutes from her, we are 40 minutes away. Dh and I are still working out things between us.
We also spent the entire month of June cleaning out mil's apartment. Very little help from other siblings. Sooo frustrating. One more mess mil left dh and I to clean up. 😠
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Gracie-Sorry you had to go to the ER. I hope you are feeling better now!
Lynne-Love the pics of your grands! Looks like they had a great time together! I told my oncologist about the current things that were happening with my speech, memory, tiwtiching and memory. She is having me go for an MRI of my brain. She wants it done before Thurs when I am due for my chemo, because I will have to get off my chemo if they see something, and will be referred to radiology. Of course the hospital called while I was outside, around 4 and didn't see the message until 6. I'll be calling them first thing tomorrow. I guess I start my steroids tomorrow, just in case! So sorry to hear about your scans. Good luck tomorrow! Hugs!
Grannax-Lovely makeover! Very nice!
Micmel-I'm glad that your daughter seems to finally get it! It is sad when they do leave. I just had 2 leave in 2 weeks time. I'm now an empty nester. I said only my youngest can come back , since he is the only one that hasn't yet. My older daughter has come and gone about 5 or 6 times. I told her when she moved out this time, she can't come back (unless there is extenuating circumstances). The other 2 that are already out, the same thing (they both came back once). It's so quiet in my house now! Of course they come visit frequently!
Mae-Happy Birthday to your doggie! That is old! We had 2 cats, that passed away, 2 years ago. The son went one month, he was 16, and the mother went the next month, she was 17.
We went to visit my in-laws yesterday. She seems ok. Still in shock I think. Her tumor is .8 cm (mine was 1.5), ER and PR +, Her2-, IDC (just like mine). She is having a lumpectomy and sentinal node biospy, the end of the month (as I did, 13 years ago). They said she wouldn't need chemo (probably because she's 85 1/2!) and just radiation. Which she's not sure she will do. She's concerned about the 1/2 hour drive each way from the hospital, and it being 6 weeks long every day M-F. She's also worried about her grandson's wedding 8/18 in VT. It's 2 hrs away. She said she can't drive that far. I told her she has 4 kids, and 13 grandkids who can drive them. She says she's not sure what she is going to do for treatment. This disease SUCKS!
Well, it's Sunday BBQ with the kids and grands, and one family is here. I guess I better make my salad!
Lynne
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Grannax, love your remodel! Everything looks so fresh and beautiful! Lynne, sorry to hear that you may be changing treatments. I know your appointment is tomorrow. Please update us whenever you feel comfortable doing so. Love the pictures of your grands! Micmel, I’m so glad that you daughter moved out on good terms with you and that you had that heartfelt talk with her... now the healing will begin. Divine, I side with you!!! Stand your ground!!! You have done WAY more then should be expected from anyone!! Your mil is your sil problem now. Just my opinion!0
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ohhhhh Divine~🌹sweet woman. I am so very happy to see you. I was asking about you and I am relieved you're here, but I am very sorry to hear that more MIL, issues have found there way back to you. I am so glad you're standing you're ground. I hope you and your DH. Can just put it all aside and once again get though this together. So happy to see you strong woman.
Lynne(Man)~you're on my mind and I know how strong you are. You are amazing. With all these symptoms going on, where are you? Spending every damn second you can with your family,always something planned and I am proud to say that I even know you. (Cyber friend and sisterhood mean a lot to me ) I am sending you thoughts of love and support. I will be waiting to hear from you. I'm just hoping it's inflammation and the steroids will help. Everything we go through. My god. How do these things happen to good people? You're on my mind darling. 🧡
Lynnwood~ hi darling. Hot one today huh! Like wow. Here come 90 degree weather temps. Yuck!
Sleep well ladies. ~M~
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grannax- I love the remodel! It's beautiful!
50s- how are you doing? Love the pictures of the grandchildren!
Gracie- I'm glad they were able to make the headache go away. I have been suffering from sinuses and I've had a headache on the left side if my head and it goes into my eye. Not a good feeling.
micmel- how are you doing with a quiet house?
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50's, I am hoping against hope that the scan news is not bad. Or at least something with which they can do battle. I feel like I am tripping on words and saying the wrong thing.
DivineMrsM, my husband is a man that everyone likes. No one has a bad word to say about him. Because he says no to nobody, sets no boundaries, is willing to do anything to please anyone at anytime for any reason and as they say, shit rolls downhill. Onto me. Your husband is probably more concerned with his own feelings of discomfort if he says no to some unreasonable request. People expect him to jump and run. It is not good being married to people like that. They open the door and let everyone else walk away with the time and space that is due a spouse. You have my sympathy. Hold your ground. You have done enough. You truly have.
Micmel ... ahh, so in a gracious act of understated humility your daughter has offered the olive branch of peace. She wept and decalred your home and your love valuable and precious. Well played, Daughter, I nod in respect to your wise heart. She could have stomped out bitterly, slammed the door and not looked back. She did not. She left softly. This is where healing begins. I am so happy for you.
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Runor, you are 100 per cent correct in describing my/your husband’s personality. It truly helps me to know that you understand exactly what I’m going through. Your words: Because he says no to nobody, sets no boundaries, is willing to do anything to please anyone at anytime for any reason and as they say, shit rolls downhill. Onto me. Your husband is probably more concerned with his own feelings of discomfort if he says no to some unreasonable request. People expect him to jump and run. It is not good being married to people like that. They open the door and let everyone else walk away with the time and space that is due a spouse.
I have said these things to dh so many times. That it is easier for him to fight with me than confront the discomfort in dealing with others. Sets no boundaries. Jumps and runs. I also believe it is an addiction to the “superman” feeling he gets when he steps in and “saves the day.” Dh is looking to retire from his job in a few more years. I told him to see that he has first officially retired from the job of being his mother’s caregiver/maintenance man after all these years. No pension! He says , “well, I sleep good at night.” meaning he has no guilt because he’s taken care of his mom all these years. I say, “yeah, your brother sleeps good, too.” meaning the one who did nothing feels no guilt, either. My radar is up. I still scan the horizon for potential issues where he’ll be asked to do something and he does it without thinking because its a reflex action from doing everything all these years.
You say it sooo well, that others walk off with time and space that is due a spouse. Thank you so much for understanding!
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Gracie, thinking of you today as you continue your treatments. I hope your headache is better and the side effects are minimal. We are still angels on your shoulder. 😘0
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Lynwood, thanks so much! I feel all the prayers and good thoughts! I appreciate them a lot!
Divine, I can’t understand what you are going through because I’ve neber been in that situation. But it sure seems that your husband could be a little more understanding of your view, seeing that all those years you were right there beside him while he was caring for his Mother. Hoping things get better for you, that’s so much stress!
Holmes, thanks for your thoughts and well wishes! Hoping today goes better and will let you all know 😊👍
Micmel, I hope you got a great nights sleep! Still continuing to hold you and your daughter in my prayers
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Thanks for all the compliments on my rooms. Problem is now I keep getting ideas for the seven other rooms! The remodel money is gone, I do have a list of a few things I can do myself to finish a previous project.
Macie. Sorry you had to go to the ER, but now you know the dex is a must. I hate dex too.
Divine and runor my husband was like that too. I was never perceptive enough to define it like you did. Yes, everyone loved my DH. When we remodeled our church he was there everyday and it took forever. But, when he died there was standing room only. Hundreds of people genuinely loved him.
Micmel. The first thing I thought of when you and your daughter had your tearful reconciliation, is that your wish to be involved in your grandchildren's lives will come true. I know you don't want to have kids too soon but someday you'll get to be a grandmother. It's so fun.
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I'll address each posting in a little while I am at an appointment! I'm sleeping so soundly this morning, and then I hear a key in the door. It's my daughter. Coming to visit the dog!!! I couldn't believe it. She Hasn't even been out a weekend yet and first thing Monday, her day off from work. she's visiting already. I was sound asleep. I know deep down she misses it already. I guess it's part of growth.
Thinking of you all Gracie , 50's, Grannax, Lynne (Man), Divine, Holmes, bliss, Tanya (whom I haven't seen lately) keetmom, MJH,Blueshine,Daniel,Leslie, Minnie, Runor Magda????,Chelle, Nan, Iwrite, Elle,Jaycee,love to all. ~M~
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I called the hospital back this morning, and I have a brain MRI scheduled for tomorrow at !!:45 (I could have had 9:30, but I like to take my time in the morning, especially since I started my steroids, and don't slee well !). Hopefully, the results will be available right away. I am due for chemo, and if the MRI shows anything, she wants me to stop the chemo, and send me to radialogy since apparently, chemo does not work well on brain mets. Wish me luck! I'm just going to close my eyes, and sing songs in my head like I always do. The music they put on always stinks, no matter what I pick!
Lynne-Hope they figured out the next step for you. Thinking of you today! Big hugs!
Gracie-Thinking of you today as well. Good luck!
micmel-Thank you for your comments. I just take everything one day at a time. My husband does 99% of the work for our family BBQs. We only had child number 3, her husband, and the 2 boys (and their border collie), and child number 2 and her boyfriend. Number 1 didn't show up and number 4 is in NY (the 2 boys). We had it later so the temp was down since the sun was going down. I think it got down to the 80s and there was a little breeze. Kids went in the pool. I'm not sure of the temp, but a few days ago it was only 72. They said it was warmer. It's still greenish, so I won't go in! I'll stay inside with the a/c!
The daughter and boyfriend are doing laundry over here, and number one should be coming by with his daughter. Free meals for them tonight I guess. I think my husband took boneless chicken breasts out. We can do those on the grill too! Too hot to use the oven!
Have a good night! I think of all of you often! Hugs!
Lynne
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Lynne (man), the second cyber knife was a breeze. Tomorrow I’ll probably take a nap in there!
Grannax, yes the dexa is going to have to be on board from now on. The good thing is they are tapering me off starting tomorrow evening, I’ll only take 2mg instead of four...for a couple days then 2/2 for a few days then 2/1for a few days then1:1 then 0. Glad that’s happening!
Micmel, that’s a really promising sign!!!! Woohoo!!!
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Grannax, Your rooms look beautiful. The colors are soft and soothing. The ceiling is stunning, and I like your choices of light fixtures.
Mae, Belated happy birthday to Biggie. 14 years old? He looks much younger, at least when he is awake!
BigBHome, Thinking about you and hoping that you and your DH are doing well.
Divine, it is difficult for people like your DH to stop doing what they have been doing all their lives. He knows that he has been needed, and he probably worried that his mother will not be as well taken care of without him. It probably doesn't matter to him that his siblings have taken advantage of him for so long. I am sure you two will be able to work things out.
Lynne, I hope you will get your results quickly after tomorrow's MRI, and if you need treatment, I hope it begins soon. I am sure you want to get it over with and then move forward. You aren't one to be down by anything. I am praying for you.
Gracie, I hope that today's treatment went well and that you have no SEs this time. You will have your last session tomorrow, right?
Keetmom, I hope you are feeling okay and taking it easy.
Micmel, Your DD will always be your daughter, and your home will always have a special place in her heart.
Tanya, I can't remember if you are traveling again.
I met with MO today. Thank you to all of you who wished me well. My TMs (CA 27.29) had been rising steadily since October. They reached 591 last month, and my MO and I both knew something would eventually show up on scans. My April scans showed 3 tiny spots in my liver. My previous liver mets had disappeared while I was on Ibrance and Faslodex, so those new little spots were not a welcome discovery. They were too small to classify in April, and the report said they could be cysts. Well, now they are bigger, can be classified, and are not cysts. They are mets. They are still relatively small, and since I am not feeling ill, I was given my choice between Tamoxifen and Xeloda. I decided on tamoxifen. I feel that it will keep me off chemo a bit longer, and with luck, it could work for years. We shall see. At any rate, I was not as upset about progression this time as I was two years ago. I knew it was coming, and I had feared something much worse, like a massive invasion of new mets all of a sudden. This is manageable. Actually, I am better off than I was two years ago. During my two years on Ibrance and Faslodex, my breast tumor completely disappeared, my bone mets showed slight improvement followed by stability, and my "new" liver mets are smaller than they were when they originally appeared two years ago. I got one year out of my first line of treatment and two years from the second line. Maybe I will have an even longer period of success on this third one. Three or four years would be great! In the meantime, I don't need blood tests as often now, and I won't be getting shots every four weeks. Other news, I had to be given a reduced dose of Zometa today because my kidney numbers were elevated. If it's not one thing it's another!
Hugs and prayers for everyone from, Lynne
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Lynne good luck with the MRI tomorrow
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Lynne, that’s good news! Great that you caught them early! Hoping you get three or more years out of taxotere!!
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DIvineMrsM, I am reading a book right now that says if you live your life without anyone having anything bad to say about you, you have lived a lie Been false. Robbed Peter (your spouse and family) to pay Paul (ego and self). People NEED boundaries and when we set them others are sometimes upset and pissed off and don't like us for saying no. If no one dislikes you, you have been a doormat. And your open door, will-do-anything-for-anyone policy leaves your wife and family at extreme risk of abuse - by the hero! Neglect is abuse. Being too busy doing good for someone else is abuse. Being GONE when you need to be home is abuse.
During my illness and treatment and appointments my husband was with me, but I never felt secure. I knew that it was miserable for him to be there with me because he felt he was committed to work and other things (requests by outsiders) which made me feel like a burden and bother. There was no flag firmly planted on the side of FAMILY FIRST and all others can pound sand in the face of a crisis. Breast cancer was a crisis (in my opinion) and I needed to know that he was, without reservation, without hesitation, without a second thought, willing to forsake all others and BE THERE with me in my time of need. He was. Not because his inner values made him, but because I made him. A burden and task that should never have fallen onto my shoulders at that time. But there were fights. There were times he asked if he really needed to be there because, well, someone else expected something else from him and it would relieve his own inner turmoil to please that other person and leave me on my own. He never said it in those words. But it was demonstrated in a million ways, over the past 36 years together.
The COST of being one of those guys who saves the world is that a spouse has lived a shitty life of being left in the dust yet having everyone say. "Man, your husband is the best!" Yeah. Sure. He's just fabulous. For you. Me? I look around and he's gone because So and So needed X and Y.
At this stage of my life I have less and less respect for people who will not put their foot down and draw a line where a line needs to be drawn. I do not respect people who never help and always feel that pbligations are someone else's problem. A middle ground. There has to be a middle ground and balance. My husband has absolutely ZERO of that balance and it has, over time, been an alienating distance. The only thing that I can count on is that I can't count on him. He's not bad, evil or offensive - he's just busy being all things to all people and that leaves zero time to be a dedicated spouse.
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Ohhh sweet lynne(50's)~i am sending you hugs of support and and hoping against hope that this new line will also be five , ten years. Who knows what other medicines they will find by then I hope. I hope it's a mild treatment. We have all had enough. Keeping you In thought as always. ~M~
Lynne(Man)~am also thinking about you and your mri. Geeze so much for us all to go through just to even live. I love you strong strong ladies. Sending you hugs and will be in your pocket.
Bigbhome~ I miss you beautiful woman and hope you and DH are doing ok. I know you have a lot going on.
Mae~ did biggie get birthday presents ? Hope you're well!
Gracie~ she invited me to her new place today to show me. Have to admit they have done well and it makes me feel happy that it honestly is adorable. I'm thankful, it's in a great area and we realized it's four blocks from where my mother will Be living when she relocates.
I was so glad to hear your second cyber knife was easier. So happy! Strong woman ! sendinf those hugs right back...
After all that has happened with my DD I am glad it worked out and I can see it in her attitude, she likes it. Big rooms, nice set up. I am so pleased. And proud that they found such a nice place. Hopefully, that one issue is all we will have. The making of a perfect storm. Too many things going on at once. My scans, tests, healing from surgery, their wedding date change, them always complaining. Ugh! So much better without it all! Maybe it will make us closer. Thank you all for the support ! I think of you all everyday, I actually get annoyed if I forget someone!! so if that happens, it's not on purpose!!
Much love ~M~
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50sgirl, I'm sorry to hear of the liver mets and wish you all the very best with tamoxifen. May it be good for you for many years! And as micmel says, may it be easy on you and tough on the bc.
Micmel, its nice to hear things have evened out some with your dd. As parents, we understand unconditional love, and I think it takes awhile for our kids to figure it out. We love them through thick and thin and we are still allowed to take care of ourselves and set boundaries. I always figure, when I lay down the law with ds, he won't feel guilt when he does the same with his own kids! Because I know my dad set boundaries with us!
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Send good vibes to those of you with scan trouble (Lynne’s) and man trouble (Devine & Runor).
Had an Echo and Cardio appt today which went well. My Ejection Fraction is below normal but acceptable for Herceptin & Perjeta tomorrow. After that, we’ll leave for the cabin around midnight to clear brush and check on things. Had a lovely afternoon of dollar store shopping with DH and tonight we’re heading out for Italian 😋
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50's Great attitude, as usual. I'm sure your MO will keep a very close watch on those liver mets. Have you had genomic testing done yet? If they decide to do a BX, it might be good to have that done. There are so many local treatments for liver mets if for whatever reason they don't respond as well to tamoxifen you will have other options. Glad the appt is over and you have a plan. I know what you mean, the results sound very treatable especially considering what you had two years ago. My liver mets did not respond to IF, that was the main reason I had the y90.
Lynne sorry to hear about the new SE you're having. Glad you can get your MRI so quickly. Waiting is the pits.
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runor, you are sooo spot on with your comments! Absolutely everything you've written I can completely agree with. What floored me in your words was that I recently realized neglect and not being there is a type of emotional abuse.
Bc is definitely a crisis, and dh was there for me the first couple years and its the main reason I am still here. It was my greatest time of need. I am needier now than before mbc, but when mil moved across the street 3 years ago, was made to feel her problems were so much more important than mine. I'm hoping it lessens now that she's with her daughter and her apt is cleaned out and closed down. But there are still attempts by the sil's to get dh to do this and that which he said wouldn't happen and I'd said, “ha! you watch!."
I am no fan of the doormat mentality either! Love that saying about if no one ever says anything bad about you, you've lived a lie! May I ask what book you're reading that addresses these issues? You're really speaking my language.
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The Lynne's~I am getting on my Uniform, so we can all do battle. I am sending you love and strength. Always sitting in your corner. If I get dusty, just dust me off once in a while.
Did you ladies hear that, in Thailand 12 people 11 students and their coach were lost in cave tunnels after exploring them and a sudden flash flood rain storm came. they were presumed lost and dead. But they kept searching for the bodies for the families. Today they found them alive. They have to hurry because more rain is forecasted soon. Some are weak. Too weak to get out and others are being given medical check ups, food and hydration for them to gain some strength. It's two miles to get out from where they are. Some Under water and is risky for those who are weak. So itsscary . But what a miracle. It just shows... what If those people stopped looking for them ? Amazing to me.
Mae~ glad your echo was ok and you're good to get the treatment. Stay cool. This weekend is supposed to be a hot one everywhere I believe...
Divine ~ Runor has that way about her Her writing is amazing and so is she really . A lot of wonderful smart, talented women here together. Express to your DH how you're feeling so it doesn't fester. You can't and don't deserve the added stresses. Hugging you gently !
Waving hi to Grannax! Anyone seen Magda? Hmmm
Much love ~M~
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Lynne and Gracie, I am lifting you both up in prayer today. We are holding your hands as you have your MRI, Lynne, and you have your final gamma knife treatment, Gracie. ((Hugs))
Hugs and prayers from, Lynne
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Also keeping you in my prayers Lynne that they get you started on taxotere and that it kicks rear on those spots!!!
Lynne (man) also praying for you today as you get your mri! You can do this! Believe me, if I can do it anybody can!! Prayers!!!
Mae glad to hear your ejection fraction wasn’t too bad. You have a good trip to your cabin!
Micmel, thinking of you today! So glad things have really calmed down with the kids! Am going to continue to keep you all in my prayers! Your daughter is just starting to wake up to her choices I think. Big hugs
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Thanks everyone for your thoughts and prayers! I didn't sleep much last night. First day of my decadron for my maybe chemo on Thurs. I've got my rosy cheeck today again too. My oncologist wanted the MRI done before my chemo (on Thurs) because if there is anything, I will have to be off chemo for awhile for radiology to do treatment on the brain. I just don't know if the office is open tomorrow. I'm going to call them right after I get back from my appointment.
My daughter had to bring her husband (and their 2 boys) to the ER early this morning. He fainted. He said his stomach was really bothering him in the middle of the night. They said his white cells were very high. He had a CT scan at 9. I'm waiting to hear. She went back home to check on the dog, and let the boys eat. They think it's his gall bladder. He is very thin, and they said it would be harder to do on thin people. I told her she could bring the boys here, once she gets word. My husband was suppose to take me to my appointment and will be here at 11. He can watch the boys and I can go alone. Yes Runor and Divine, my husband is one of those guys too. Everything for everyone else. He is learning to keep it just to family now. He does come to all my chemo and most of my other appointments, only since he left my first Doxil appointment and I had an allergic reaction to it, a couple minutes in (throat closed up, chest and back pain, headache, and turning bright red). Now he stays. He works on his work computer the entire time, so I read a book. At least he's there, I guess!
Gracie-So glad your second treatment went well! Good luck with the last one!
Lynne-I hope you go a long time with Tamoxifen!
Mae-Glad your testing went well. Enjoy your cabin!
Bigbhome-Hope you and your hubby are doing well!
Micmel-I'm glad you got to see your daughter's new home. It's nice she'll be near your Mom.
Well, time for a shower. It's going to be 95 and very humid today here! I haven't left the house in days. It;s been over 90 since last week. The heat wave is suppose to end on Fri. It will be 85 then. Can't wait, I hate heat and humidity!
Hugs and prayers to all of you wonder people!
Lynne
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Gracie ~Hoping the final gamma is done and over. I am impressed with how you have handled this entire thing! I am woman hear me roar you should be saying! Much love for you my friend.
Lynne~ I am sending you love from the miles and hoping the mri Is over and nothing but good results! Thinking of you all day. Both of you.
Who am I kidding I think about all of my MBC sisters because this shit is scary. I adore you all more than postings can express. You're like a family here to me. Thank you all !
~M~
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Lynne (Man) what's up with your Sil!? Any new information. I hope he is ok!!!! Wanted to make sure I asked. That's scary also! ~M~
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Lynne, I am sorry you had to go for your MRI alone. If I had seen your post earlier, I would have called you to offer to take you. I hope you receive the results soon. How is your son-in-law doing? Boy, you have a lot going on in your family right now.
Gracie, I hope that your last cyber knife treatment is now behind you. WOOHOO!
Micmel, I did hear the news about the soccer team in Thailand. Tears starting flowing when I heard that they were found alive. It is truly a miracle. So many things had to happen to allow them to be found alive. The boys' coach must be a special person to remain strong in order to keep those boys alive, calm, and hopeful. Many rescuers, planners, and people with knowledge of the area had to put their heads together to find the boys. Everyone had to keep going without giving up hope. The water level had to stop rising before it completely filled the cave. Enough air had to be available to sustain life. So many things had to fall into place. I can only imagine the emotional roller coaster that their families have gone through. I am praying that everyone gets out safely and recovers.
It is still incredibly hot here, as Lynne mentioned earlier. The temperature in my pool reached 80 degrees, and I have been enjoying it. I hope everyone is cool, dry, and safe.
So what's going on with the recent string of progression here? Time for it to stop! I think Mae called a halt to it a while ago, didn't she? I hope and pray that everyone's treatments start working or continue to be effective, and we have a long spell of good news for all of us.
Hugs and prayers from, Lynne
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My son-in-law is in surgery. It was his appendix. My other daughter is picking up their 2 boys right now from the sitters (it was his wife's day off),and they will be staying here.tonight She's going to swing by their house to let out the dog. Our daughter said that her husband would be going home tonight after the surgery. They said it wouldn't be too long because he's skinny. Maybe a half hour for the surgery (done laproscopic). They will sleep at home tonight. He has to be out of work 6 weeks because he is a plumber. My husband (his boss currently) is going to try to find him some non lifting job. It's a union company and any day they have off is without pay. They do have disability pay from the union, but it's only half pay. Our daughter works full-time but he's the better paid of the 2
The MRI went well. Once I got in. I had to wait 1/2 an hour because there was already a lady in there, who they had to lift onto a stretcher because it was done at the hospital, not at the outpatient center where I usually go (I couldn't get in there that quick). My husband just go the call that they have the report for me. He's heading there to pick it up, he's about an hour away. I called the Oncology office, and told them I had my Mri and could they have my dr call me back (I left the message on the nurses' phone), and also asked what my tumor markers are for next week. I explained I have chemo scheduled for Thurs at 8:30 and needed to know if I needed to cancel the appointment if they saw something. I know the office closes at 4:30. I'm sure they are not open tomorrow,and it doesn't reopen until 8am on Thurs, when I will be leaving to go to my appointment. I'm trying to save myself a trip for nothing! She said if they do see something, they will want to schedule an appointment to see her also. It's making me just a wee bit crazy!!
I'll let you guys know, once he comes home with the report!
Lynne
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