INSOMNIACS place to talk in the wee hours

Anonymous

hello ladiacs! I just got back from a walk around the park. I only did 3 laps because some people I know were walking laps in the opposite direction and I didn't have anything to say after the first 2 passes. Am I socially stunted? Wait, don't answer that!

Hello to those of you that I don't know. (Don't believe everything they might say about me.)

Hello to those of you that I do know! Sassy, susan, wren and Holei Molei. (And Chevy?)

Phyllis

Jazzygirl

Sensi- my sister got this really fun cap with hair on it when she went through chemo. She would wear her wig to work every day when she did work, but got the baseball cap with the hair to wear when she was out and about. I was with her when she was getting these things and found it and she really ended up loving that during her chemo time.

This one is a lot like what she got. Not cheap though.

Baseball cap with hair

susan3

phillllllllyyyyyyyy, hi there. Why didn't you start walking the same way they were?. Just a thought

Anonymous

My DD has Pneumonia and we already have first dose of antibiotics in her, so she should be doing lots better by tomorrow at this time. We had so many plans this week, and all had to be cancelled except Dr appointments. At least she should be good to go for the start of school on Monday.

Sas, I printed off that article about Melatonin and I'm going to bring to my MO next time I have an appointment.

Hi Phyllis!

I hope everyone is doing well.

Jazzygirl

Wildtulip- I am glad you found out what was going on. Hope the anti-B's can kick it good. Rest for the daughter and maybe the mother too!

May your DD be feeling better soon and on to the new school year next week as planned.

Loveroflife

Was waiting for you to check in. I was concerned it would be pneumonia. It's good that you have the equipment to monitor DD. It would be nice if you could be cloned. Then, you could take a break on this lovely beach.

Sorry, you just have to settle with yourimagination.

Loveroflife

Susan, are you better?

Hi Phyllis, I am not sure if I could believe you either. Going against the flow.....hmmmm.

Here is Mitzy waiting:

Problem is...... no one is upstairs

Anonymous

Jazzy, Rest..yes..that would be great. DD will be going to her dad's tomorrow night, barring any complications, so planning to sleep then if not before!

Loverly, how did you know that a beach is exactly what I want?! Seriously, ever since dx I've been wanting to run away to a tropical island. I'm not typically a lay around in the sun kind of person, but oh how those pictures are calling to me!!! A hammock in the shade would be perfect. Poor Mitzy!! Change is hard on her too. Beautiful home!!

Jazzygirl

Wildtulip- glad you will get a break.

Loverly- your house is beautiful and spotless. I will be right over.

Wren44

Loverly, I agree. I cannot even imagine my house looking that neat. Think living with a pack rat might be the problem?

JunieB

I try to keep my apartment clean, but the fact it is only one bedroom, my sewing and fabric collection are very in your face. Very disconcerting, but "it is what it is!"

Loveroflife

WildT, thanks. How is DD doing? Is she taking probiotics? If yes, don't forget to space it out at least 2 hours apart. How is DS' tonsil?

Jazzy, you are welcome to come over anytime

Susan, better??

Ms. Wren, I live with a pack rat too. We learned to compromise although he could get rid s bit more. Mother is also a pack rat. I would get anxiety attack whenever I visit my parents. DH likes to pack at least a month before he leaves for his mission trip. It looks like we have a garage sale in our master bath and bedroom

JunieB, it's ok as long as it works for you. How are you doing?

Where is that naughty ShepK?

Just got back from 8 mile hike. I met several neat people, one of whom was a 74 year old lady originally from Austria. Migrated here when she was 19. Crossed the ocean to a new world just like me. I love talking to older folks as they have so much wisdom to share. Here is are pics iof Donner Lake. So sad that it was so hazy with smoke from the fire in Southern California we had last week.

susan3

wildtulip, hope for onward and upward tomorrow.

Liver, yep Susan is feeling better. Yeah. Dog is going back to blah tomorrow. He is impossible. He , and my mom, disconnect from me all the time. Lived my whole life this way . Sometimes it would be for a couple years. There have perfected the silent treatment. I have never done that to anyone....until today. I told him I thank God I finally gave the strength to be done with him for ever. Told him to pick up the dog and I am through. Said a lot of things, Dan proofread before I hit send. I will call elder abuse Monday. He can deal with them. I have a lot to say to the elder hotline, hope they have the day free

Jazzygirl

Who wants to see kitten pictures? Friend of mine is fostering a family of four, three boys and one girl. The boys are rough and tumble and the girl holds her own.

Anonymous

Loverly, Beautiful pics! DD is getting better, finally. No fever since yesterday and cough is improving. The ENT my DS was supposed to see Thurs had to go into surgery, so appointment is rescheduled for next Wed afternoon. (I can't believe you remembered!) When the office called I said," look another provider told me an asymmetrical enlarged tonsil can indicate cancer, and I just went through cancer treatment, so I need to at least talk to someone now." The triage nurse came on the phone and said she has never known of a case of an enlarged tonsil to be cancer. She also told me she would have a NP call me, but I never got the call and that's when DD got worse, so I didn't pursue.

Hugs to everyone!

Anonymous

FF and I had an evening out - I ate a McDonald's grilled chicken sandwich in the truck while he ran into Wal-Mark then we went grocery shopping! Halfway through the shopping the McDonald's "food" started a revolt in my tummy and we had to hurry up and check out n' leave. Did not get sick (yet) but my guts are in agony. brewing mint tea now ☕ Ahhhh, life in the fast lane....

Susan ~ PROUD of you for taking a stand. You are a loving, caring and giving person. You have gone way beyond what most people would have done. Your brother and mother made their life choices years ago. Jazzy is so wise...... what she posted about decluttering not only applies to objects, but to people too. If something doesn't give you joy, let it go 🌷

susan3

thanks sheps....it so sad that life has to get so messy. I strangely feel ok. I told him I am to exhausted and my health is more important so I am done. He sent a long mean text back about me not being a Christian . He is an atheist , no judging here, I don't do that, but all the times I got the silent treatment I always was there when they both decided to talk again. I think, I know, my brother misunderstood. I am exhausted from a whole life of this. The proverbial straw happened. He is looking at the last year, or maybe just these two weeks with the dog. I didn't justify him with an answer. I said I was done, and I didn't say it lightly. I doesn't make I dif if he doesn't understand. I know how hard I have tried, now it's time for my family. That's all I have the energy for. I am I good with that

Loveroflife

So sorry, Susan. Can't change people. You did your best to honor your mom. God knows your heart. I really don't understand mean people. I think their goal in life is to make others feel miserable. I agree about letting go of toxic people or else you become bitter yourself. We want Susan to continue to be sweet

Loveroflife

Oh ShepK, I hope whatever found its way in your grilled chicken sandwich hurry up and exit your system. Stomach cramping is no fun especially the one that makes you feel like you are giving birth. Sometimes warm compress or applying Icy Hot on the tummy helps. I regret calling you naughty now.

WildT, that's not nice of them to make you wait another week or possibly longer for an answer. It is good to hear the antibiotic is working.

Jazzy, I am more of a dog person, but those kittens are adorable.

Eyes are getting heavy. Nit

susan3

sheps, sorry I missed about your tummy. I like to weigh myself after a good purging. Then I pretend that's my real weight. Now don't anyone out there burst my bubble...lol. Got in trouble with daughter when I wasn't drinking during our 5 k. Again, I sweat a lot . Weight looks great after that too. Now I am sure I am gonna get caring advice over that one, or be yelled it. Be gentle now.....I promise to drink from now on...no fingers crossed

Sweet sweet dreams everyone

Ps. Went to a wedding today at a racetrack. I have never gambled and I'm not starting now. But love to see the horses. A cousin used his money and placed a bet for me. He had to leave so I had the ticket. I won $168 dollars. How about that !!! Kinda cool. Shopping spree it is. Fun fun fu

Anonymous

Loverly ~ Mint tea seems to soothing the uckies. I am usually very selective about what I eat. Oh well.... You can still call me naughty; it's one of my favorite things to be 😇

Such pretty pictures of your hike. 8 miles? That is an awful lot of walking! How long did it take? Was Mitzy with you? Uh-oh.... I just googled Donner Lake. That park is a memorial to THE Donner party! Ewwww.....I am too superstitious, no way José would I go anywhere near there! Hope you brought plenty of snacks with you..........

Is Mitzy still waiting for both of her girls to come downstairs? (sniff) It's so hard on the critters when we change things on them. She'll need some extra play sessions!

I loved seeing the extended view of your living room. Now I am even more determined that my sofa and love-seat need to be moved into the corner under the windows. Ohhh and the piano! Do any of you play? I can play 3 songs - sometimes. And not completely. Please share pics of your hubby's messiness so we will not be so envious of your pristine home. I would be delighted to have the garage sale look. FF prefers the Gasoline Alley motif. Tools and vehicle parts everywhere. Hunting gear too.....

Hoping DH does not have his stuff all out because he is going on another mission trip soon😟

Susan ~ OMD.....I do the same thing! No matter how horribly ill I am from whatever "end", I ALWAYS get on the scale! LOL Gotta look for that sliver lining you know 😜

A wedding at the race track sounds fun! And winning money - woo-hoo! I don't like to lose and I'm cautious about money; I'm not a gambler either. I do love horses. Watching them run must have been something! Such power and grace. I used to work with a girl that had horses. She and her best friend were single moms. The friend had horses too. They bought a big piece of land in the country and each built a little house in the middle of it. The property was fenced all around and had a big barn. The horses had free run of the "yard". She could sit in her living room and look out the windows to see the kids, horses and dogs all playing together. There was a big window in the kitchen they would open up so the horses could stick their heads in to visit while the were eating! I thought that was soo cool 🐴

Anonymous

Still catching up............

JunieB ~ Other peoples's stuff is clutter. Stuff that is yours that you like is nice - your sewing and fabric is "comfort decor" 🌻 How has your thumb been since the injection? FF had an injection in May (?) for a trigger thumb. He had been in terrible pain for quite some time before. His thumb has been pain free ever since being treated. Hoping you have long term relief! Doesn't it make you wonder though why we can't get shots like that for our hips and spine? I would be sooo happy If I could carry around a bunch of pre-filled lidocaine syringes - nothing else, just the numb stuff! I've been keeping all my possible parts crossed in hopes of your hip finally being compliant by staying put and not hurting. Has the fit of the brace gotten better since you re-adjusted it?

HiHo ~ How are you feeling after the kyphoplastys? I had one vertebra done last May. I was sore for several weeks after from my spine shifting back to where it was supposed to be. I was very happy to have the pressure taken off the affected nerves! I have to have 2 vertebrae done sometime soon (I hope). Sending prayers for your comfort, healing and semi-normalcy to return (((hugs))) And there absolutely is a Heaven.......didn't you see those fuzzy baby kitty pics Jazzy posted? There is a hell too. It is Vermont. I have been there and it is awful. 🍁👹🍁

Jazzy ~ Those baby kitties are adorable! Love those eyes! They look like baby Rag Dolls. Look at the size of those paws - they are going to be big!

Sassy ~ Been chasing my pain management windmill and have come up with some interesting stuff. Will post it later......need to sleep. Still waiting to hear about the Star Trek - was it good?

Sensi ~ You have the most expressive eyes.....I wish I could reach through the screen and hold your hands while telling you something silly to make you laugh. 💜 Hope your mouth is doing better and that the meds clear all the uckies out quick. How was your trip with DS? I'm an "only" and always though it would be so fun to have a sister. Nice that you two are close and got to take off together!

WildT ~ Gosh what a week......prayers for all to be healthy and enjoy this last weekend before school starts.

Here's a real place at the beach.....DS and I had yummy hamburgers and fries there at the beginning of the summer. I'll go and hold our table and we can all hang out and relax............

Sweet dreams to all 🌝

PoppyJQ

Sleeping has become hard again with a new diagnosis and upcoming surgeries so Im glad to find your thread. I really enjoyed the pictures, the beautiful scenery and that kitten didnt help me sleep but sure made me smile! Then I read my a book for bit and finally slept. Had to come back now that I'm refreshed and say hello.

Trigger finger and sewing JunieB - I can relate I love to sew and have had multiple trigger finger episodes since chemo/femara treatments. Hoping the injection helps you, it did for me but then another would "trigger". No pattern to it but currently trigger free.

Shepkitty made me LOL about the Donner party! Being from northern CA I guess I'm used to it, kind of find it interesting . I love the bring snacks comment, makes me think Donner theme party.

Thanks for the much needed smiles everyone, have a wonderful day.

Jazzygirl

Over the house this morning!

sas-schatzi

Susan, sorry, about the idiot brother. I agree with Shep, Jazzy's Japanese meme fits perfectly with people too. YAY 168$ whoopee!

Loverly, Maybe they have a school centered IT group that volunteers to help freshman with stuff like that. Unless she's under a warranty the company IT may want to charge her.

Jazzy, love the Japanese meme.

TulipHow's DD Pneumonia? Chit re : son. but at least you will see him Wed.

Jazzy love the kittens. Looks like they are going to be beautiful.

Shep sorry that McDonalds didn't settle well. I'll still eat their fish and sausage, but not the hamburgers. My Beagle- Schanauzer Rascal would turn away when offered them. I decided maybe something wasn't right. Have only had one since. ....I like that "comfort décor". ............Star Trek mixed bag, the plot line was pulling in too many old tricks and very heavy on special effects. I saw the second last Trek on TV twice (once before and once after) maybe that's why I'm saying that. Then I saw Avatar last night. That had the most unusual and creative plot line for along time. Don't mean to bum you out about ST-Beyond, but.........

Hi JeanieQ Welcome here You are a real newbie. Whatever we can do to help. we are here.

sas-schatzi

EWhhhhhh, lost a long post to everyone else. HI and waving

Had a lovely weekend so far, rare Donnie's been home for the whole thing.

Have a fun rest of the day

sas-schatzi

Hi Folks, check in here at Bestbird's thread she has several positive links about Melatonin.https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/8/topics/831507?page=2#post_4789872

sas-schatzi

New Life Rule: Have Donnie turn the water on to fill up the pool versus asking him to remember. Had he actually done it, he would have remembered. He is much more responsible on the follow through on this than I am.

The last time, I forgot that I was filling the pool an inch, it was overflowing. That was a first. What was nice to know was that the whole drainage system designed around the pool, didn't allow for drainage into the house.

sas-schatzi

PM'd Wenchie Anyone hear from her since 8/24?

sas-schatzi

Found this yesterday at the SPCA thrift. put it down twice. Then asked Donnie to look at it. I said I couldn't put it down again. It's called silver overlay . The history in such a more wonderful time, is the clear glass which was called a 'Block' was sent off to Silver City. The overlay of silver in the earliest or the most quality time was Rhodium. Rhodium has the characteristic of not tarnishing. Hmmmm not sure why? But the pattern on this platter I have never seen. Plus, the edge rim. The edge rim does remind me of a pattern, that I'll work on. I paid 20$. Value of anything with silver overlay on Ebay is similar. Sadly. This though is rare. I've searched silver overlay in the past to find the one I have.

It's an art that is dead in the USA. Youngers see no value. This would have been a prized possession in the home of the owner. It has no defect. I showed in the past a similar platter, which I will post again.