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Dakota212

Also wanted to add

Nihahi- ur a great person!!!

Traii - thanks so much for the cyber hug. If it wasn't for this site I would feel so alone. It's strange without adults !!!

Maria - u will rock chemo !!

Edi - praying still for shedman glad he is better

Movie - Japan with DD sounds great !!!

At work would rather be outside. Hope u all have a fabulous day !!!

liefie

Dakota, of course you're coming with us to England to visit Edi! If we dream about this long enough it may just  happen . . . Sorry to hear cockroach is maybe bipolar - still no excuse for lying and cheating. You're so right in that you're not alone with all of us here. (((((HUGS!))))

nihahi

Dakota...has this been diagnosed or is it something you may suspect? Whatever the reality, mental illness or just pure cockroach personality....still a tough road, especially when children are part of the picture. You still deserve to have a happy life!!!!!!!

Websister....I cyper"pea'd" you ASAP.....so sorry to hear about the on-going back pain. You are such a trooper, for you to describe the intensity of it, it must truly be bad. Please get it checked out soon....and remember, it could be totally unrelated to cancer. When are you expecting to return to work? Just wanting normal clothes.....I sooooo get that!!!!!!!!

Liefie...I completely recognize the feelings that things are starting to "rush" towards you at this point. As so many of us have said, diep recovery, even the first day post op, is a hard to describe, weird challenge, but does not involve unrelenting intense pain. 

Maria...hooray on the PET scan results! Nerve sensations from being severed, stretched, compressed by swelling or regenerating can be quite the hurdle. Gentle tapping, massage or pressure are some different techniques that may help. Time makes a huge difference. My upper arm since my recent surgery, has gone from feeling like I was resting my arm on razor blades (sharp part up), to then feeling like burning coals, to now a feeling like an irritating sunburn. 

Traii....hang in there....

Alive....thinking of you!!!!!!

Hugs to all ((((((((X))))))))))

Dakota212

Nihahi - it has not been diagnosed he's was talking about a lovely mothers day surprise he had coming for me and screaming obscenities at me two hours later. So I said I am done with this. I love my husband but I can't take this verbal and mental abuse anymore.

nihahi

Dakota...I so understand. I love my daughter (who is back living with us again), but living with a severely depressed, anxiety disordered, mildly OCD person with additional physical health issues, is a challenge that takes an immense toll. Not even close to what you have experienced, please don't think I'm comparing, I'm just trying to show "understanding". You may find that the "distance" of a divorce, builds a safety net of a better relationship for all of you. ((((X))))

Alive4Five

Hi ladies...will post more in a bit...BUT.... To you Dakota...

I wanted to touch base with you real quick ...Hang in there! Super-sized (((hugs))) to you girl! As if you aren't dealing with enough already in your life; to add his drama, is so Not what you need right now! You have a strong spirit it seems and you deserve the Very Best! Thinking of you and feeling your anguish along with you! It will get better... you are worth it! Sending a prayer your way too

Everyone, I will post my updates this afternoon after talking w/Dr. Wish me luck... This 'talk' w/him is one I am NOT looking forward to...

(((hugs-all-'round)))! Loving you ladies more and more everyday!!!

liefie

Alive, whatever it is that you will hear this afternoon, we will be waiting for you with hugs, encouragement and advice. It sucks that we have bc, but what a blessing to have met these wonderful women here, and to have them on our side.

Dakota, hugs once again. Verbal and mental abuse is NOT okay, not ever. You are so right in refusing to be disrespected and treated like this any more. We love you.

Nihahi, got two calls from the hospital this morning. They want to make sure of every little thing, address all my concerns, and even told me which room I was going to be in. Very comforting that this is taken so seriously, and that they are so well organized.

scouser47

Hi lovely ladies    Edi pooped !! DH  seems to think that now all treatment over I am back to normal.
Never stopped last few days, gardening etc, he is at work tomorrow so ME time yay.
Went to visit shedman in the hospital today, he looks better than he has for a while, having a PET scan and if no hot spots rads will start. If heaven forbid bad dx chemo first.He is like us warriors fighting tooth and nail and very positive attitude.
His daughter sends him pics of GD every day and he is thrilled.She was walking to the hospital  with the pram and he was going to see her outside, do hope she made it..

Any of your ladies who want to visit ,come when you can, have two spare bedrooms

Dakota, cockroach is the lowest of the low, bi polar what ever next ? My Mum will defo be with you, she never squashed her cockroach and by golly she should have.Putting upwith him eventually cost her her sanity.
Your children will understand especially when they have a happy Mom.
Keep well xx

Nihahi, don't know what happened on Diep thread but how DARE anyone upset you.  Edi will puch their lights out anytime you want.
Hope you are getting out and about and improving every day xx

Traii, DS and twinkle twinkle really lovely, its as if these little ones are really special.
Park sounds flippin amazing, never grow up, I havent lol.xx

Maria, bus was a lovely gesture.
I missed work at first but no more !!
Perky boobs will be worth everything, mine sit on my tummy perky in wrong direction. lol xx

Movie, hope you sleeping better despite cold.Japan will be lovely and just what you need.xx

Liefie, hottest day of year here, Edi still wearing thermal vests, really cold since rads sure things will improve.
Watering tubs etc is my job too. GD and I planted 28 little plants yesterday. She runs around with the hose showering them gently when they are planted.
She came out with some comment and I without thinking said " you are such a smart arse" She just smiled and said " I am the smartest arse you will ever know " I literally laughed until tears ran down my cheeks and she thought that was great, she loves to make me laugh.
Hope she doesnt repeat that one in school.
Your food yet again sounds stunning, ham salad here xx

Websister, hope that yucky pain easing. How is you Mom these days ? xx

Maria,in one of your pockets Thursday, you will be fine  any problems check in here for advice, ALWAYS ask for help from the professionals if things worry you. That is what they are there for.xx

Carla/Caitlin/Bearcub/Luvmy/ and ALL SISTERS xxxx

liefie

Edi, praying shedman has NO hotspots, and that he can get off with rads only. He has been through so much - enough is enough. His DD is really sweet trying to distract him with the little one - nothing like a baby to make you forget your troubles. That little GD of yours is indeed smart - LOLLOLLOL!!! Out of the mouth of babes, eh?

Wish I could be a little colder, but still get hot flushes. Slept with ceiling fan running all night -  thanks Tamoxifen! Oh well, I have no other SE's that I know of, so won't complain. DH says I'm more irritable/impatient than he knows me to be, but he fortunately blames it on Tamoxifen - LOL. I have 5 years to work on my impatience and irritability before the Tamoxifen excuse won't work anymore . . . will it be long enough?

Ham salad . . . what a good idea in this heat. Maybe tomorrow night - more leftovers to finish yet. Don't know why I made so much food, but DH doesn't mind what he eats, as long as I feed him. Have a friend whose DH absolutely refuses to eat any leftovers. Good thing I did not marry him. He would have died of hunger.

nihahi

Movie...hope you're feeling better each day. You certainly don't want to start your Asian adventure feeling low energied!!!!!

Edi....some pretty difficult times for me on the diep thread, but it also showed how many wonderful ladies there are on there too. Gosh, sounds like hubby has defo fallen into the "tx's over, done and dusted" without the understanding that it takes time to get back your endurance and strength. Does that great book that you got for him not have a chapter on "after tx ends"! Be strong, and set your limits as needed!!!!!!!! Your GD is truly a gift...so happy for you that she is such a constant in your life!

Liefie....it can be crazy to suddenly get all the calls, info, etc., but at some point, it helped me to realize that although the surgery was a huge, overwhelming "unknown" for me, it was something quite routine for the people who would be caring for me. I found that thought reassuring and calming. Hope it does the same for you. 

Alive....thinking of you, we've all been there. ((((((X)))))))

Maria, Websister, Carla, Caitlin, Traii, EVERYONE......LOVE GOING OUT TO YOU ALL.

scouser47

For wonderful Nihahi xx

Alive4Five

Hello you wonderful ladies!

liefie, I just have to say what a gem you are! Always strengthening & encouraging everyone! So glad that your mind is at ease some w/the hospital, and they are crossing their T's and dotting their I's for you! They should think of people that way. Especially ones as kind as you! xx

nihahi, you are very special too with your strength and courage. Especially when others may want to trounce on your opinion. You are as welcome to yours as anyone else is theirs. I'll ditto Edi on kickin some bum if necessary, LOL

Edi, if I may call you that now, instead of scouser(?) I neglected to tell you how much I appreciated your picture post of "how we all look in real life"! Heehee, you're a hoot! TY so much for all your encouragement and wonderful wit. Here's hoping shed man improves more and more everyday! xx

Dakota, still wishing you days to come full of peace of mind and strength to stay strong! Echoeing liefie, no one EVER deserves to be abused in any way shape or form! Dear Lord, I had one like that once, and I will never regret finalizing our 'end'. Hope you will have peace of mind in the decision you make! Super big (((hugs)))!

Maria, wishing you all the best Thurs. (((hugs))) Let us know how you are doing!

websister, sending thoughts, prayers and big (((hugs))) to you too! Hope your pain eases up entirely and SOON! xx

scottiee, nice to meet you! Hope you are faring better each and everyday! TY for your warm welcome!

caitlin, hope you are going to see some relief soon in your fingers. Not too familiar with that, but still passing along ((hugs)) thoughts and prayers your way!

Traii, how are you dear? Sounds like you have been enjoying the sunshine! Good idea. If only the rain would clear out for one whole day here, I should like to do the same, ...I have to stop letting all my 'fears and unknowns' keep me paralyzed from my usual activities. It's been rough...

movie, doing Japan? That sounds awesome! Hope you have a wonderful time, and it doesn't tire you out too bad w/the time differences and all. But from those I know who go there regularly, it is truly a wonderful place! xx

To all others I may have missed, Big (((HUGS)))! We are in this fight together!

I did not get to speak w/my Dr. today afterall...ugh. So now all worked up again for another day of the 'unknowns'. Like I had mentioned to Traii. Although I am unwinding, 'some'. But at moments still paralyzed with some real fears. I am trying to accept this and what's kind of humorous, is, I have always been the 'realist'...at least  in my thinking. Well now is no time for that to take a vacation, ya know? Ha!  

DH and I have had a lil squabble over stupid stuff, but nothing serious. He's dealing with his fears too. He still wants to blame himself for not 'making' me go do something earlier...Bless his heart. Anyhoot, he's there for me, with hugs, love, and support, and that is the most important thing!

Better cut this off, getting longer and longer! I tried posting earlier, and had it wiped out like a couple of others did. Grrrr! Goodnight all! (((hugs-all-'round))) to my sisters in this battle! 

scouser47

 Dear lovely Alive, Of course you can call me Edi ! It was my original title on here until one day couldn't log into thread. I literally went into melt 'down, I was like you not very far along my journey and these wonderful women were and still are my lifeline.
I sobbed and kicked everything including DH, " it's not that important "says he imagine 65 year old out of her mind with worry and terror, not a pretty sight !!  Think he got message.
Lovely neighbour who is computer savy comes to the rescue. Had to open new profile hence scouser ( because I was born in Liverpool, home of Beatles and a famous local stew called Scouse )
You are sounding better and better, promise it WILL all get easier, no matter what they do to you it is do able. Means to an end i.e. killing the BC bxxxh.
Your dear DH can't have known what your dx would be, it could have been a benign lump, I have had them for years and years and the shock when it wasn't blew this old dears socks off.
You have now started to help others on here to. Dear Dakota will be grateful for your input.
Just continue doing what you can cope with, this journey will be over before you know it.
If things become unbearable we sisters go to our meadow, get comfortable and imagine a beautiful meadow with a stream, you are bare foot and walk to the stream. Sit on the largeflat rocks at the edge and put your feet in the flowing water, let it take all your fears away. Then lie back on the rock and bask in the sun, smell the flowers and listen to the sounds of nature.
Love and big (((hug))) Edi xxxx

Dakota212

Alive - thank you for that. It has taken me a long time (4 years) to see this "light " but I am not backing down this time. I don't think he thinks I am serious but I am. We have two amazing kids together and for that I am so grateful but I don't want to live like this anymore. It's not that there is someone else but the potential of someone much better is far more appealing.

Edi - cute picture !!!

nihahi

Thanks for the photo and the cyber hug of support and understanding, Edi......keep that spare bedroom available...you just never know!!!!!

Alive....I cannot tell you how obvious it is that your strength, courage and fight are coming through. It's a rollercoaster....you're gonna do what you gotta do.....and get on with your life...no doubt about it!!!!!!!!!! Hope the sun shines soon for you..grey days are so not for me!!!!

Maria...your gonna rock it tomorrow....have you found some big pockets for us all, cause we will be there with you. I think Carla had to bring along an extra tote!!!!

Movie...feeling a bit better I hope??????

Traii.....don't like it when you're quiet.....what's up buttercup????

I bottomed out yesterday after getting groceries...absolutely crashed in bed for a long afternoon nap. Feeling better today, so planning a good walk....maybe past the ice cream shop again??? hmmm........why not!

websister

Hi lovely ladies



This will be a quick pop-in - thanks to all for the support re: back pain. Today I am going to take it very easy, maybe I'll see a few of you in our lovely meadow?

nihahi

Enjoy the sunshine in the meadow, Websister......Look for the wild crocuses....they're now in bloom!

liefie

Alive, thanks for the kind words. Will you be hearing from doc today? I hope so! You have been waiting long enough now, really. Like the others have said, I can see you lifting your head, and assuming the warrior attitude. That's the way to go - I like it! I like it!

Websister, I will see you in the meadow. Already feeling the sun, and smelling the sweet scents of grass and flowers, so peaceful and lovely! Will bring tea and cupcakes for the picnic. No icing on the cupcakes - lol. Hoping more will join us?

Dakota, beautiful/amazing as you are, somewhere down the line when all this turmoil is behind you, you are bound to meet a wonderful guy who will appreciate your excellent qualities, and I'm not referring to the new 'perkiness' here - lol. Big hugs!

Nihahi, long naps are in order, and necessary for healing. Hope you get in another one this afternoon after the ice-cream run - lol. Still remember the long afternoon naps I took after the two surgeries last year. Planning more of those in the near future . . .

Maria, tomorrow is your introduction to the chemo room. It is quite the experience. I was so apprehensive, and so scared, but it was actually a good experience. You see other people there getting treatment, and realize you're not alone on this journey. They are sitting in the comfortable reclining chairs, chatting, having tea, reading, napping. DH and I always made an occasion out of it. As soon as I was settled with IV running, he would go out, bring back lunch or something nice, and we would have a little party right there. I always dressed up for chemo with hat and all (after hair was gone) with a huge pink, purple or yellow rose defiantly pinned to the hat. Took my laptop, and stayed busy in there. Was not allowing the bc beast to beat me down, NO WAY! As the drugs were running in, I muttered under my breath, 'KILL, KILL, KILL, KILL!' Best wishes to you, and big hugs! You will be okay.

All the others I did not address, you have a good day with minimal SE's! On my way to the hospital for the pre-op bloodwork. That's the last 'official' hoop I have to jump before surgery on May 21. Can't wait to see my new boob, and the flat tummy - will be a few weeks after surgery before the full effect will be visible. Are you seeing it yet, Nihahi?

MariaNL

Hello sisters,

Well I'm as ready for tomorrow as I can be. Cleaned my house today, biotene in bathroom, sanitizer bought etc. Man that list was so helpfull.

Thank you all for coming with me tomorrow I have my big pocket pants picked out. Plenty of room  for all of you.

I hope everyone had a blessed day I'm off to BUNCO, I will let you know how tomorrow goes.

Dakota212

Maria u WILL rock this. We are all with u girl !!!!

nihahi

OK ladies....pocket party tomorrow with Maria...I'll bring the coffee (Tim's of course). Maybe I'll bring a few Iced Cappucino's for those having "heat" issues?

I'm feeling really good today....almost normal! (Whatever that is for me). Went for a lovely walk today, as a way of joining Websister and Liefie. Saw 4 kinds of spring wildflowers, robins, bluejays, redwinged blackbirds and.....an EAGLE! 

Websister...I sent the name of the "post treatment" book to a lady on the Diep thread who has hit that "scary mindset" when chemo and surgery are done......now what. Got the info from your blog...thanks.

Liefie...I'm gonna put some feedback on the Diep thread, re: your questions. 

OK, Traii....talk to us! Edi....what's up with your cyberdaughter???

Alive...thinking of you.(((((x)))))

Moviemaniac

Hi Bellies....

Well.....If I am about to leave on, or have just left on, A TRIP, I can be sure I will break a tooth, or need a root canal......yesterday evening I broke my back molar......bummer....now, I will try to get it fixed before I leave for Sapporo on the 24th. Dentist appt tomorrow....glad I still have some ativan......I HATE dental work!   (The lady with the BMX and DIEP surgeries says this....go figure!)

Maria-I will be in your pocket, my dentist appt. isn't until 5 pm.  It'll be a great party-these ladies are pros! 

Nihahi-glad you are doing so well!  You've hit that point where most of your progress will be forward-that's a good feeling! An EAGLE?!?  Good Omen!!! I tried on a new Osprey backpack today, and all I got was a bruised boobie!

Websister-I hope your back pain is getting sorted out......that's the kind of pain that can throw everything else off.....

Dakota-hang in there, sister!  You've handled so much, you can do this!  And your kids will be happier when Mom's in a better place emotionally, too. I'm staying in your back pocket until this is over!

Liefie-your surgery is before I leave.....I hope you will post something so I know you are alright.....at least get a message to Nihahi, and she can post!  I imagine you just sailing through, and being right back at life very quickly.  You've got such a great attitude!

Edi-you had better keep your guest room clean..... you never know......  Thank you for posting all the photos and sayings....somehow they always succeed in lifting my spirits!  Love you!

Traii.....where are you??? Miss hearing from you!  Is DS keeping you too busy?  Sending positive energy to PS to get his butt in gear.......

Alive.....whatever you hear, you will find you somehow have the strength to handle it......we do it one second, one minute, one hour, one day, one week, one month, one year, at a time.   Listen carefully, take notes, or a pocket recorder, and look at all options relevant to your case.  You will know what to do, and when you make the hard decisions, you will be at peace with yourself, because you will KNOW what's right for you.  As everyone has said, we are here for you-ALWAYS. (((Hugs)))

To everyone above ^, and those I didn't mention....thinking of you all, and wishing you the best....XO

Namaste and God bless - Jackie

PS: I killed my cold!  Used one of the essential oils (a blend with cinnamon in it) for four days ..... it's gone! Yay!  

PPSS:  I was having WAY too much with the face icons, as you all can see!

scouser47

Hi gorgeous gals<    up early to check you all out.
I am deeling GOOD. Did Neulasta injection yesterday. THE END of treatment. Felt really weird in that now feel cast adrift becoming bit tearful thinking The Bxxxh is still lurking in there somewhere?
Know it is a stupid worry but think the weary body and mind not helping.
Today hopefully is fun later, picking up my darling GD from school, then off to New Brighton our local seaside resort. We are having dinner with her and a play on the beach if rain stays off. Then DH and I are at the theatre to see an Eagles tribute band.
Two cakes to design and ice will keep my mind busy this morning.
DH hopefully out playing with the water feature, new spotlights being installed, he is so proud of the fact that he made it all himself.

TRAII !!!!! Cyber baby girl massive hugs to you. To be sooo quiet you must be in a bad place ?
No news on appointment ? Someone there needs a warrior sisters kicking.
Hope family are all well and DS still being as cute as a button.xx

Nihahi, you do sound so well, an eagle !! much better than the ones I am seeing tonight lol.
The meadow oh joy, I went to sleep while walking through the grass towards the picnic. You all looked so happy really fancied the iced coffee.xx

Websister, do hope pain easing. xx

Liefie, you are such a ray of sunshine. When is your op ? I am rubbish with dates but feel it is soon xx

Maria, Liefie is so right you will be great. I too dressed up, put on face and we made it into a special day.
If you can face it lunch or dinner out makes it into a date.
Any ses just post between us think we have had everyone in the book lol>
chilling in your big pockets xx

Dakota, things can only get better from here in. Bi Polar might be what is wrong with DH but my gut feeling tells me it is just a clever ploy.
There is definitely a handsome prince out there who will love and cherish you and the children.xx

Carla/Caitlin/bearcub/luvmy/benny/and ALL sisters in my thoughts and heart every day xxx

nihahi

Morning Edi....midnight here, can't sleep. I turned over in bed a little while ago (first time since surgery) felt like I'd ripped something apart on that side. Now, of course, I'm thinking, crap what have I done!!!! It's probably nothing.....right?????

Seems like you aren't alone in the "end of tx" worries....happening on the diep thread too for some ladies. Happens to just about everyone, I think. Websister has a great post on her blog about it, might be a good read for you. 

Movie....for cripes sake, how did you break your tooth??? I also hate the dentist with a passion. Crazy, isn't it...we've got miles of incisions, scared of the dentist!!! The Japanese bath...oh my, I couldn't do it!!!!!

Getting my outfit organized for Maria's pocket party.....I'm thinking sandals, my tummy shaper and a tank top....it'll be too hot for much else....! Having lunch tomorrow with some friends, lunch on Friday with my golf gang. Might have to be buying a bigger tummy wrap soon!

scouser47

Hi, oh poo hope nothing has come adrift, keep us posted. Loving the pockets outfit lol. Edi needs to be in jumper and trousers with fluffy slippers. Feckin freezing lol. Weather forecast is pxxxxxg down most of the day so playing on the beach is out  had my bucket and spade ready.
Great you are getting out and about, you are an inspiration.
Know other ladies in same boat as me but hope all these niggles and worries go soon, need to keep busy.
Looked on diep thread, some ladies on there seem to have unresolved issues which make them misconstrue things that are said.Bit like flippin face book, as someone said if it is spoken as against written comes over differently.I couldn't see anything that could have caused the problem and the majority of the ladies there seemed to agree.
You keep up the good work there, no one else could be as empathic as you dear friend.
Hope you get back to sleep. 8am here been up two hours and must get cakes iced soon so fun can begin. Big (((HUG))) xx

Moviemaniac

Nihahi-this is for you.....just read they have Brown Bears in Hokkaido.....apparently about the same size as Alaskan Browns......wonder if I can buy bear repellant over there.......don't want to be "dinner" for some hungry Japanese Grizzley bear!!!!!...

Hope the Onsen is not TOO isolated and exposed......*o*.



Namaste and God bless - Jackie



PS: broke tooth eating a tostada chip..........lousy teeth!

liefie

Nihahi, thanks! Will check on the DIEP thread. So you saw an eagle, eh? A good sign!

Movie, will try to let you know how I'm doing on the 'other side' as soon as I can keep my eyes open for a few minutes. Will have the laptop with me in hospital. According to the PS nurse I will apparently have a private room in the posh new wing of the hospital - that's where they keep the plastic surgery patients. (I guess mostly wealthy ladies with facelifts etc. - lol.) Never had a private room in a hospital before, and I'm afraid it may be lonely. Oh well, probably won't feel like chatting much anyway.

Edi, surgery is Tuesday in a week on May 21, so I will still be here for the whole of next week. My two boys and DIL are coming home next weekend, so that will keep me occupied. Looking forward to see my children. Re the Eagles tribute band, I attended an Eagles tribute concert some time ago. Their music is just toe-curling enjoyable and wonderful! Had a lovely jam session earlier tonight with keyboard, two guitars and drums, came home on a high - lol. Hope you'll post photos of those cakes.

Traii, hope you are okay. We're all a little worried - you've got yourself quite a few fussing mamas now!

Got good news re bloodwork today. My white cell count is back up to normal levels- yayy! All those zinc-filled oysters and dark chocolates are paying off handsomely. Hemoglobin is 135, the most it has been in a long time. I am so pleased. Yesterday exactly a year ago chemo ended, and it was a long struggle to get to this point. YES!!!

Off to bed now. Good night, dear sisters!

scouser47

Movie, missed your last post this flippin netbook playing up, just caught up.
Don't talk to me about dental work. When i was little it was like going into a torture chamber. Still go to pieces even now, last year needed tiny filling cried like a five year old and bugger me it was painless and a doddle.Still think some things we have gone through far less scarey lol
Good job it happened before you were about to fly hope it is sorted quickly and painlessly. Love you xx

nihahi

Still up....crazy what your mind can do to your sanity isn't it Since it doesn't feel quite as sore since I climbed out of bed and put the tummy shaper back on, I'm thinking it was maybe just a suture popping????? Movie....ever have that happen to you?? Think I'll stick to lying on my back for awhile longer.

Oh boy, not sure if Japanese bears have a "sweet tooth" for a sassy American....better watch out! The grizzlies are defo out around here. Some of the ski resorts which are still open, have had to shut down some of the runs, cause of bears. Sooooo not what I'd want to see as I was coming down a hill. Almost hitting a moose was bad enough for me.

Edi...there is one lady who just seems to have me in her sights....if you don't agree with her 100%, she becomes a hostile bully. I just might let her have it with both barrels one of these times! Go ice those cakes, so sorry about the rain. 

Liefie...what the heck are YOU doing up??? Hate to burst the private room bubble, but since they'll be turning on lights to check your flap every flippin hour for 2 straight days, they often put you in private so your roommate doesn't kill you!!!!! I didn't miss company, I got to the point where I just wanted them to leave me alone! Sleep deprivation is so not fun! WooHoo on the bloodwork....good job!

liefie

Just saw the last three posts.

Careful, Nihahi! Hope you can sleep again soon! NOLA queen seems a little subdued lately - lol.

Movie, I broke a tooth the night before my first chemo, and had to get it capped the next week. Will be eating soft food for the next little while as a precaution until surgery is done - lol. Re those bears, how fast can you run?

Edi, sorry you can't play on the beach today, but have fun icing those cakes! Now I really must go to bed. DH is snoring away already.