My Husband, My Life, My Love, My Family, My Cancer
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@candy-678 - I too am so glad that you updated us. Like @chicagoan , I've been wondering how you are doing. Re the current treatment, I was on Verzenio for about 2.5 years, and I didn't have too much gastrointestinal trouble. I've always attributed it to the fact that I eat plain Greek yogurt everyday, and also have a serving of fresh (not canned on the shelf) refrigerated sauerkraut. Lots of probiotics between those two things. The rare trouble I did have usually passed quickly, and maybe 2 or 3 time I used one immodium (two start to constipate me, and it lasts for days). Just some thoughts on what might help. If it was me, I'd try a few things and give it some time, to see if things don't get better. Verzenio can give some people a good long run. I've got fingers crossed 🤞that you find a solution and get a really long, long time with this new regimen. Sending a hug too.
@chicagoan - That sounds so, so nice to be up there in Wisconsin with the calm and peace. I know what you mean about the contrast between where you live and where you are now. I live in a business district where it's loud and noisy, but I can go just a few blocks over to a residential area and while there aren't woods and lakes, there are yards and lots of plants, big old trees, and urban wildlife, and it's extremely peaceful and I get that feeling that you could hear a pin drop, and all you hear is things like the wind in the trees, and the birds, etc. Again, not a wild area, but such a peaceful, happy, and welcome contrast - great for both physical and mental health. I was in Wisconsin once way back in the mid 70's and I was really taken by the beauty of what I saw. You are so, so lucky! Have a wonderful time up there.
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My last two posts have missed the mark so trying again, should I lose this one, will type on the stick notes in laptop and copy and paste it.
Laundry on go, moving on to floors. Garbage and recycle collection tomorrow, will start taking each out, 2 bags per hour starting from 4pm. Slept OK last night between bathroom breaks. Not sure re food. Might start with one of my billions of burritos, the Tina's brand is good. Got one of those boxes of small bags of chips. My plan, to use part of the bags to level up my flavours along with the popcorn seasonings I have.
Todays first meal will be a burrito, going to put lentils and cheese on the side. Heat for around 3 min 30 seconds, I will enjoy.
I also have gifted myself a movie trip on Friday to see Spiderman Brand New Day. Been watching those movies back from when Tobey Maguire was the featured actor to today's offerings. I am also allowing myself popcorn at the theatre. Yeah, it is pricey but there are very few movies I would do that for. Got the same seat I always choose and can book the Paratransit around assuming lots of ads and trailers before the movie. Got a semi private seat as well, has its' own table.
I do hope people feeling sick are getting better, in pockets for everyone and have a good day.
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@mara51506 - I think a treat/trip to the movies and getting some popcorn is wonderful! What a perfect thing to do for yourself. Enjoy it immensely!
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@mara51506 Glad you are going to treat yourself to a trip to the movies! Sounds like a lot of fun.
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Well, broke it up but in 3 trips, removed 5 bags of garbage from my outdoor bin. The last bag that went out was kind of heavy so leaned down a bit and put the bag down step by step, no tossing or dirty litter would have got loose in the apartment building. Easier to chunk out the trips a bit at a time. No trouble or feelings of loss of balance either so that is good.
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I slept well last night. Getting the right setting on the window AC, I do not like to freeze my butt off but neither do I like to feel too warm. Numbers go from 1 to 7, 7 being coldest. I chose 4 for temp setting. Would be easier if digital but oh well. AC in the window is a banger.
I did another shop but spent full amount allowed 50 bucks, lots of mini pot pies, can use those with anything, more garlic spread, it is milder in flavour. 2 boxes of Mexican rice and Oh Henry chocolate bars.
First meal was really good. I had split up a box of the mexican rice earlier, took 1/3 cup, 1/3 cup water and put in nacho seasoning and canadian cheddar flavour seasoning together. Did the usual bring to boil, stir a bit then turn off burner cover with a lid. Took the magic bullet tube, add 1/3 cup beans and 1/3cup lentils, 1/3 cup beefless ground and some shredded cheese. Mashed up everything and put lid on the tube and shook it up. Put the rice and contents of the tube, microwaved 3 mins. When came out of oven, added more cheesy seasoning and a dollop of mayonnaise to bind. I must confess it was DELICIOUS. Came out creamy. I almost took a picture of it but forgot.
I do hope everyone is having a good day, in pockets for all as well.
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@irishlove Sorry to hear DH is having increases in his numbers and treatment may be in his near future. You both have so much going on I hate to hear you have to deal with anything else! Hugs
@chicagoan Enjoy your peaceful getaway, sounds fabulous!
@candy-678 Ugh sorry your dealing with GI issues, definitely not fun. I would run it by MO, why suffer..maybe she will have some good suggestions beside the obvious Imodium. Hope you get relief soon, hugs.
@threetree Glad you had a little break from side effects. Hope your body got the healing it needed and happy to hear you got some walking in!
@mara51506 Happy you planned a movie trip, it's nice to have something fun to look forward to. Enjoy!
@shanagirl Prayers up for good results from your scans. Summer shore traffic can be horrendous in NJ , glad you were able to avoid it. Hugs
Was a beautiful weather weekend here, back to humidity now. Grateful to have the break..yes Looking forward to September too!
In all pockets for scans, appointments and all needs this week.♥️
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