INSOMNIACS place to talk in the wee hours
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Nettie, Stop copying me. I look like an assault victim right now. First I banged into a pipe stairway at the library leaving a huge bruise on my left knee. Then I fell getting into GS's tub to rinse off after a hot tub. That left a huge bruise on the left forearm and a smaller one on the right elbow. There's a tiny bruise on my rear, but I'm much better padded there. I think I need to take some kind of balance class. In your case, please don't wear flip flops to mow. At least wear sneakers. Hope the soaking helps reduce the aches.
Hope everyone has a great week.
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I have also been extremely clumsy in the last 3-4 months. I was running into everything, bruising like never before. I was taking aspirin, but stopped doing that 2 weeks ago. I am having port removed and was bleeding more than usual.
I blame everything on chemo brain....?....getting older...?
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Okay! Here ya go gals!
And maybe around the yard, AND the alley.... Ha, ha! Man, when I fell on my hip, my whole butt was black, AND my leg! They gave me IV's so I wouldn't get in trouble with something.... but I'm all better now! I'm just really careful in the yard, with all the un-even flagstone.
You know, my Daughter's friend's Sister fell off the top of a ladder! She is NOW in a 1/2 body cast, with a broken arm, pelvic bones, and the bones punctured something inside her, and she was in surgery for 4 hours! Good LORD now THAT is a Fall! She was still in intensive care the last I heard..... So don't go climbing up on any ladders! I mean I can fall over a pebble, or off that pole, so no tellin' what I would do whilst climbing a ladder!
See, this is what Cammi means when she says I go on about nothing.... but what if I don't have anything else to talk about? I'm making a Broccoli, potato, onion cheddar cheese soup.... Is that exciting?
And so you know what else? You know what the BEST salad is? Chop up Broccoli, add dried Blueberries, or cranberries, chopped onions, a little celery and chopped walnuts.... And when you serve it add your favorite dressing.... like Ranch Dressing.... !!! I just love this!
Nettie, we don't even know what self-absorbed IS! Do we?
Hi Little Paws.... How is our girl? BBL gals! xoxoxoxo
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A Chicken Teka? I'm going to chicken-sit again from Thursday until Tuesday.... I know you guys will all be jealous because they reward me with their eggs! And I'm NOT sharing!
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Good morning, Owlettes!!!
So sorry to read about trips, falls , and other boo-boos. When my balance disorders were really bad a few years ago, I could fall over suddenly just by standing up straight. More than one person suggested bubble wrap...
Well - tomorrow will be one week off Letrozole. Can't say it's made any difference so far; it takes at least six days to clear the chemicals from your system.
I did find out one huge clue to my fatigue and sluggishly lost days... Stupid thyroid is begging for more drugs! Just finishing up testing. Hopeful that a higher dose will help.
Right now it's almost 90 outside, but I am in bed wearing a fleece robe, socks, and the electric blanket on. Too bad I can't get one of those dirty phone calls with heavy breathing and "What are you wearing?"
Big plans for this afternoon! Get to squeeze my fat butt into an MRI to find out why my back pain isn't getting better. The PCP thinks more is going on - but NOT mets! Sadly I had to cancel the Monterey meet up with the California Dreaming Tour gals... Not sure I could make the three hour drive with the big honkin' back brace on.
Dang! Call the WAAAAMBULANCE! All I have done is complain about my various and sundry ailments! What a wuss!!!!!
Other than that, life is good. Should be 102 this weekend, whoopee. Will REALLY appreciate the beach when we get there next week!
DH and I are slowly rearranging the garden in anticipation of the big water shortage this summer.. More rocks and tchotchkes than water-guzzling plants. I'll post some pics one of these days.
Big hugs to all - promise individual replies when I'm off this iPad.
xoxoxo
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Chevy...you can snake sit anytime you want....I think it's you who think they are nice animals too. Although I don't think the chickens would like them.
On the bc walk, my friend went down when we got into the tent area. She was doing real bad the last 7 miles but she was determined to finish, we tried to get her to take a ride in but she wouldn't. I am telling you, it is real hard to hold someone up,that is going down. Wowwww. I was sinking with her. If it wasn't so scary, it had to be funny to watch. She is ok...but didn't know her name or where she was before she went out completely. Not a bruise on her. I nicely cushioned her fall, the when we tried to move her to the stretcher, the nurses kindly caught her and again, another nice slow fall to the ground.
Her hubby picked her up after the stabilized her and she wasn't able to finish. I was so scared. I have blacked out a few times but I have never seen it happen. Now I feel,terrible for those who have witnessed me....my daughter and hubby. Claire said it is forever etched in her mind when I went down. But for me, I had just got out of bed, and crashed. She heard it and came running. The etched into the brain part is cause I was naked....ha ha...not a pretty sight...poor thing.. Oh well, I told her you have to experience a lot in life I order to be a nice wonderful complete person......lol. And I'm am sticking to my theory.
I will stop blabbing now....see we do go on about nothing !!!!!!!!
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Okay now Blessings.... stay with me here.... YOU said you are "More rocks and tchotchkes than water-guzzling plants. I'll post some pics one of these days."
Am I the only one that thinks you have heat stroke? You had better go out for air little lady! The heat is hurting your ability to talk to me straight!
WTH are "tchotchkes?" God, you sound more like Cammi every day!
I first thought you meant Artichokes? But they take water.... Okay, get out of bed and stand in front of the air conditioner!
So I don't think you need an MRI.... It is my conclusion, that all that HEAT you are bombarding your little body with is screwing up everything else UP! Your back is probably yelling out "HELP!" Go get an ice bag..... lay on that for awhile....
Okay now, who else can I fix?
Teka..... "All covered with snow?" Is that it? No-one else knows what we are talking about, because WE don't.
Yes Susan.... I like your snake....These gals just don't know what "cool" is.... especially Blessings.... That is one hot mama!
That sounds awful about your friend...! But wait.... YOU were nekked? Ha, ha! I don't want anyone to see me nekked! Unless it's that WHO was it someone talking about a nice looking call person, whilst in bed? Yes..... okay with that one.
You mean WE go on about nothing? You mean US??? You're California dreamin' girl!
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I did nearly give myself heat stroke. Carried 3 bucket of water to my fig "tree" I say tree cause this thing dies to the ground every year. Pulled out Johnson grass and yucky old weeds and then promptly said Whoa Nellie that's enough. Got about 1/5 way around it. DH came home and we managed to give smelly dog a bath. It is way too humid for 1st of June.
I took the tumble too, fell over vacuum hose. PTL bruised knee only and carpet burn. Coulda been lots worse. I'm the bump into things person, like who put that door frame there.
Chevy tchotchkes are garden ornaments, actually anything decorative. Too long to put here but look up the Urban Dictionary def. Wacky.
Glad Sassy is just taking a break.
Congrats Susan on your "walk".
Well Blessings if they get your thyroid meds straightened out does that change your perspective on Femara? I've been on it a little over 2 years. Do the 90 year old walk, but chol. and bones seem to be holding up well. Taint got no Mojo. Not so sure about my general attitude. That could sure use a makeover. But then I never was a cup o cheer at least at home.
Can't go back a page. Can't remember who was mowing and fell? Nettie?
Tang - how are you doing these days?
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Susan: love the
colorful birds, they are so cute. That was some scary stuff about your friend.Nettie: hope you’re
feeling not so sore, be careful, girl friend! Thank you for the inspirational
Cherish quote with the cute cats, it’s just what I needed. And no, Nettie, you
are NOT self-absorbed, you are just leading an interesting life right now.Hi1: I blame
everything on stress or lack of sleep because I can’t use any other valid one.
I refuse to blame in on getting older!Chevy: the soup
sounds delish! Too bad the weather is way too hot for that here. Now, a cool
refreshing salad sounds like the way to go.Pawprint: how is
Annie Mae doing? Snuggs behaving herself? And are you getting rest?Teka: mmmm,
spaghetti!Blessings: hoping
you find something out so they can get you straightened out. Just way too hot
for you to feeling so cold. But then again, they may get you fixed up right and
you’ll be dealing with the outside heat and the internal wish and you’ll wish
you were cooler as you can always put on warmer clothes or a blanket. I
understand your comment about drought-resistant yards. We’re going to all be
hurting this summer.** And for the record, Blessings is wrong: she does NOT have
a fat butt…..Luv, what is Johnson
grass? Because you’re in TX, that’s related to LBJ? Hoping the dog doesn’t go
rolling in the dirt after the bath.Cami, you seem
really quiet lately. What’s happening in your world? Any big plans for when
Joey is out of school?To FBB, Tang, Jwoo and
whoever else I’m missing (it’s not intentional, just can’t keep up): hoping
your having a great day and post a line or two so I know who’s still active on
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Okay, you guys are just making stuff up! And are in cahoots together!
I looked it up, and "tchotchkes" is barely even a word. THEY say something about it being little insignificant things, like "trinkets" or something ......
Man, I really have to use my brain around you people!
And then Littlegoats comes up with "Johnson grass"..... Hah! I think it is plain old grass.... like what we have here, and they call it "weed".... right? They don't care if you grow your own grass? I think you are allowed so many plants, but if you have too many, Phylli will call the cops.... because they are all her friends..... She is rather "close" with them all, you know.
Teka, I LAUGHED when I read that song! And I remembered it! THAT'S what's so funny, Ha, ha!
I love Mush too.... I mean Polenta! It is made with the courser corn-meal! See how my mind wanders..... ??? And it's YOUR fault!
Hi 222222ndT! Yes.... Cammi must be caught up in something illegal..... maybe she is asleep, or playing with Joey.... or maybe out to lunch again....
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our daughter says if daddy buys one more tchotchkes, she is putting hi in the home..ha ha. I think we should all use that word and dry Chevy nuts...lol
Great song teka...never knew the last 2 verses. A bit ADD..I must have had a wandering mind after half the song went on...cami is busy with Joey and phones I think
Hi 2nd
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luvmygoats u need to rest now. That was a lot of work.
Blessings..hope they figure out thyroid and pain...and why r u under heat blankets and in a fleece robe...making me sweat just thinking about it......hugs your way
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2nd time - Johnson grass is a pasture weed, a type of sorghum. Makes a nice seed head. Goats love it but I'm kinda afraid of it. It can build up prussic acid but I think that is mostly in frozen grass or droughty grass. I read it does grow in CA.
Thanks about thinking about dog. She is passed out on giant dog bed. With DH off today she spends more time sleeping since he spends more time napping. But I'm soon to get sad eyes "Where's my dinner?" from her. DH is having hot dogs/potato salad. Easy peasy night tonight. Thanks Susan been resting most of the afternoon. Have big plans for tomorrow - haircut day.
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Oh it's me trying to catch up and realizing u guys are using goofy words again.
And everyone is falling, tripping or fainting WTF is going on and if u do what I do u'd be safe cuz I don't move.
Blessing how long has it been since u had u'r thyroid checked? Once it goes like bad do u always have to take meds for it? or when it gets better can u stop? I know I don't know nuthin, Honey but I get by with a little helps from my friends and I get high oh never mind--
And Teka I so remember tthat song we usrd to sing it all the time, like it was so funny. Well it was years ago.
I'm all mixed up lately, I'm not feeling very well and as u can see I'm a big crabby lump. OK I'll be back for more gloom and doom that I bring.
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why is everyone falling?? be careful ya'll!I read the pages I was behind on and I saw susan doing a walk, chevy talking about noodleburger, nettie hurting her back, sas is taking a break, and ziggy posting again.
I was in the hospital the last 4 days. This stupid psedunomas infection!! My family persuaded me to go the ER Friday, my oldest DD said mama please you don't look good. Okay, so I went and had to stay too long. But, I know the drill at least 2 weeks of IV antibiotics. I will also have surgery early next week to "clean" out this area again that is infected.
Last chemo will not happen this week and not sure now when it will. trying to keep my spirits up, but it is hard. I have alot of family members putting their 2 cents in about switching doc's and that just adds to the stress. I also feel somewhat devestated by this because I don't know that I could ever risk another big surgery for my recon given aaaaaallllll this issues I've had.
Anyway, did ya'll see the video posted that BCO posted on Facebook of Vinnie doing tats?
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Tang, so sorry you were in the hospital but it sounds like that was better than you being at home. I have to find that FB post of Vinnie.
Speaking of him, he hasn't been around in a while. Was afraid BCO got after him so happy that's apparently not the case.
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Oh my blessings...fleece blanket AND a robe...hope they get it figured out soon. I have thyroid problems also, but I've never been THAT cold.
Teka, love the pic. And I loved that song when i was a kid.
Chevy...I don't know they word either, so I'll take your explanation. But I do know johnson grass, farmers nightmare.
And I did it, I finished mowing the grass without incident and yes I took the risk and wore flip flops again. Then I picked up GD and we spent an hour in the pool, then we played with the kitties and then went to pond to feed fish. I just took her home and now I'm resting. Been a good day for me. Now if I can sleep tonight....
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Silly me! When we had a garden 30+ years ago up north, I saw this stuff coming up, and thought it was corn!!! My dad laughed at me, old farm boy. Said it was Johnson grass.
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tanggggg...this is for you! A beautiful peaceful sunset to make you feel better. Hope you can relax tonight and sleep well. Sorry you are having so many problems. Got you in my pocket
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Tang I wish there were some words that would make it better. Wish I was there to give you a big hug, make you some iced tea and your favorite food, wrap you in a blanket and let you find some peace. Just one step at a time. Get well from the infection. You have an infectious disease doc, I think, right. Heal and start with him. What needs to happen for this not to happen again. BUT not right now. Direct all your energy - physical, mental, psychic, spiritual into getting well. Try some mental imagery of kicking those bugs out. Maybe get some pics of them and literally XX them out. Sleep well tonight. I will be praying for your healing and peace for your decisions.
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I'm new to this thread but not the forums. Hoping to sleep tonight. I'm feeling very anxious and depressed, mainly over relationship problems. I feel like I have very little left after a lot of time invested in certain friendships and activities. I'm away from home on business travel and feeling tired and lonely as well. Thought it might help to write to people who understand.
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welcome Mary....sorry you are in a bad place right now. I hope you can get a very peaceful night sleep. At the top of this thread, a gal named sas started it...she told me to look at the animals all hugging each other. And that is what we do for everyone here on this thread. Feel us hugging you, and maybe that will give you a little peace for right now.....
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My husband first introduced me to the word tchotchkes.
It sounds like several people are working on landscaping/gardens. The landscapers just finished ours today. It took a month. I'm sitting outside enjoying it right now. It's 91 degrees at 9:25 pm and we just had the fire pit on testing it out. Surely, we are insane.
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Susan - scary about your friend, glad you were there to help her. You post the best pics! It was funny this afternoon at my MRI... all the techs were having hot flashes and I asked for a blanket...
Chevy - luvmygoats is right.... in my case, "tchotchkes" are garden ornaments. I think it originally comes from Yiddish, or even Polish, but you have to be careful, as another in another context you might be saying "Bimbo"....
luvmygoats - Nooo! I hate those falls... take care of your poor knee! Thanks for translating for Chevy. I think I will still stay off the Femara until we get the thyroid figured out. My PCP was out today, so she hasn't seen the test results. I did email her, though, asking if it were time to increase my Synthroid dosage. If life gets fabulous after that, then maybe I'd reconsider the Femara. (But probably not...)
Teka - LOVE that kitten and puppy pic!!! So cute!!! Hate the song, though; my obnoxious cousins sang it over and over and over whenever we had a family gathering and I just wanted to shove a giant meatball in their mouths to stop them!
Cami - just went through a series of new thyroid tests. I've been on Synthroid for over ten years, apparently at the same dosage they give newborns.... (??????) And you? Gloom and doom? Never!!!
Tang - so sorry about that bad bug. And the "helpful" relatives. All we'll do here is love you and support you. In fact, here's a few of us checking in on you:
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Mary, I remember traveling for business and often feeling out-of-sorts, especially if I was traveling alone. I had a lot of weird moments in hotels - feeling lonely and displaced. I hope everything feels better in the morning and/or when you get back home.
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My first husband and I had a pet raccoon (baby) for a few weeks during our first year of marriage. Ziggy. He wasn't a practical pet but he sure was cute!
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tang, I'm skipping around posts and just saw yours. I'm sorry you ended up in the hospital! In the long run it's probably for the best, meaning: getting the pocket cleaned out - but it's another annoying roadblock to being finished with chemo. Wishing you speedy healing!
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gonna catch up shortly, but wanted to share. this is so me - every day!
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