Calling all TNs

KSteve

I'm a "new snorer" too!  Ever since chemo (and I've been done since 12/30/10), I tend to snore more often than I ever did.  I used to if my nose was stuffed up or something, but now it has nothing to do with being congested.  I was so tired when I went to be last night and I apparently snored ALL night long (poor DH!).  I usually wake up 2-3 times per night and I didn't last night!  I don't usually snore all night, but just here and there.  I can't believe that chemo can cause sleep apnea.  Maybe I'll talk to my oncologist when I go in June for my 6-month check up.  Was thinking of trying those "breathe right" strips tonight for my DH's sake!

Kathy 

Fighter_34

McCrimmon324-yes I get that heavy feel as well, but what is weird is that I have foobs???? No snoring at least no one has told me.

mccrimmon324

Kathy, my husband says those strips really do help.  Unfortunately, I hate them and usually forget to put them on.  Sometimes I wake up with them on the side of my face, one night I woke up with it stuck to my night shirt. I have to wipe my nose down with alcohol, let it dry then stick it on my nose.  It's uncomfortable to me but he swears they help. 

mccrimmon324

Fighter, is it back for you or are you still in chemopause?  So strange.  Before Chemo I used to get terrible leg and foot cramps, they went away during chemo and within the past 2 months they are back to being terrible again.  I think I'm going to get mind back soon. 

ksmatthews

My gyno told me 2 weeks ago I was definatly in menopause and shouldn't expect any more periods.  Well guess what the Easter Bunny brought me???  Ugh I was so aggravated!

Luah

Just back from holidays and catching up on the posts here. So glad to hear the positive news from Bak94 and Inmate - you ladies rock! - and to find you all discussing such mundane stuff as sports, snoring and menstrual cramps.

Since some of you asked.... The Galapagos Islands were like another world - jaw-dropping landscapes, beautiful turquoise waters, unique birds and plenty of amusing creatures that have never had to be scared of humans, and are therefore very gentle and tame. Each morning we awoke in our cabin to stunning views of another island, then went ashore to hike, or stayed at sea to kayak, cruise or snorkel with sea lions, marine turtles, fish and sharks. I barely thought about cancer, but once in a while... I took a deep breath, teared up at my amazing surroundings, and thought, "I am so grateful to have made it this far!"

If someone can tell me how to insert photos, I will post a few.  (I tried to copy and paste a few from my facebook album, but it doesn't come across....)

onvacation

Luah - sounds like a wonderful trip - it is on my bucket list for sure!  No idea how to post pics, but I hope someone can tell you because I would love to see them!

Lovelyface

Luah - I am unable to do that technical stuff myself, but I would love to see your pics. Looking forward..... at least I could take that vacation mentally.  Thanks.

Anonymous

luah... are your photos stored in an online album? They have to be online, not your hard disk.

If you have them stored online you can copy/paste the URL for that specific album (i.e. www.photobucket.com/galapagos.... etc.) into the "tree" icon shown here in the BC.org message window (to the left of the smiley face).

TifJ

Heather, I am still in chemo pause 15+months PFC. I still break out on my face once a month! very annoying!! No snoring though- i sleep with my mouth hanging open!!!

Luah

Thanks Heidi. I have them in a photobucket album, but when I copy and paste the url into the pop-up window from the tree icon here, and hit insert, nothing happens. Do I need to have labels and size them??

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onvacation

Those are amazing!  Thanks for sharing!

Sandlake

Gorgeous pictures!!  Truly amazing.

borntosurvive

I was just at the family doctor yesterday and talked about all my hot flashes and hormone craziness.  She told me that I was in menopause - thanks to chemo.  I just finished chemo so not sure if it's temporary or not.  I'm only 33 so they think my period will come back at some point.  Just another thing to add to the list of ways my body is so screwed up right now.  The numbess in my fingers is bugging me the most right now.  I can't even open the plastic eggs for my kids from their hunt on the weekend.  I guess they get less chocolate that way but still - annoying.  Oh well.....I'm healthy and alive so I really shouldn't complain. 

GREAT pictures.  Looks like an amazing trip.

NavyMom

Great photos!  So glad you got to go on that trip. 

Titan

Luah..loved the pics...and loved your SMILE!

mccrimmon324

Beautiful pictures, Thanks for posting!!  Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip

Sugar77

Luah - the pictures are beautiful. The blue feet on the first bird is striking. So glad you posted these photos. Thanks for sharing!

mitymuffin

Luah, LOVE the pictures! I'm so glad you had such an out-of-this-world trip.

I've just returned from New York, having a happy Easter visit with my daughters, and having my 2-year anniversary mammogram. The mammogram was all normal.  I thought it would be, but still, whew. 

mags20487

Great photos luah

I am 43 and am wondering if the periods will return ..was told 50/50 chance. See the onc tomorrow for 3 month follow up.  Even though the pet was clear I am still nervous about the blood work.  Can't help but thing maybe it is in the one spot the Pet did not catch--my brain...hate the worry.  Doc said after 9 months if period does not come back then I probably am in menopause.  3 months to go.  Just wanna be free from worying about getting pregnant.  Wouldn't that be something!

Maggie

christina1961

Luah, Thanks for posting!  Those are wonderful photos - what a beautiful place!

Cocker_Spaniel

Luah - loved the pics.  The one of the seal in the water got me "just lazing around doing nuffink today".  Glad you enjoyed your break.

Mitymuffin - way to go,  an all clear mammo. Great news.

Christina - hope your mum-in-law is feeling better. Thinking of you. Annie

     

Cocker_Spaniel

And we think we've got troubles lol