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  • flyrzfan
    flyrzfan Member Posts: 557
    edited November 2008

    BrandonMom, that's weird? I made my appointment on Tuesday for that Friday. I did have to go pick up my original pathology slides and bring them to my first appointment but it all went smooth. I'm sorry it didn't work out that way for you because it's a fantastic place. If you want, I will be there tomorrow - I can stop by and talk with the admin person I dealt with and see if she can get a wheel greased so you get a call? It's up to you, I don't mind doing it and they are MUCH closer than Hopkins! PM me your phone number and full name if you want me to do it...I'll let you know exactly who I spoke to and what's said.

    Dawn - gotta get back to work so not much time left to discuss my feelings on options...we can talk Saturday if you're planning on joining us at the above mentioned get together at Ruby Tuesday's in Alexandria? I think Nancy has the address...but I did recon same time as my blm...

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  • apfuentes
    apfuentes Member Posts: 95
    edited November 2008

    I'm just now finding this thread....sorry I'm so late to join.  I live in Ashburn, VA, near Dulles Airport.  I am a 34-year-old stay at home mom of two little boys. I was just diagnosed in September with IDC.  I had my bilat mast on 10/21 and found out soon after that my tumor is 95% DCIS...talk about a miracle.  I find out on the 21st if I have to go through chemo or not, but I already have my hopes up that the answer is no.  I had my surgery at VA Hospital Center and my breast surgeon is Dr. Akbari at the Breast Health Center.  I love her.  And my PS is Dr. Duda and I have been pleased so far.  I'm HATING these expanders though.  I just had my second fill yesterday and could not even move yesterday.  Sigh.  But I hate to complain, because I know chemo and radiation is so much worse.

     It's nice to meet all you ladies, just wish it were under different circumstances.  :-\

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  • dldclub
    dldclub Member Posts: 7
    edited November 2008

    I am new to this whole thing - BC and these Boards.  Don't even know if I am using it right.  However,  I hope your meeting went well at Tyson's.  I am in Maryland just across the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.  I have spent hours reading just trying to sort out treatments, feelings, outcomes, fears, diagnosis, and choices.   I have never been so confused.  I have chosen Hopkins at this point, but would love to hear how everyone made their choices of doctors and hospitals.  Any chance you girls are meeting again?

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited November 2008

    Hi everyone:

    Anyone is encouraged to pick a place, date and time for a meet up.  For those who drive, make sure there is adequate parking and cheap or free, like at Tyson's.   And/or  close to the Metro.   

    The four gals I met at chemo and I are meeting today for a late lunch in Alexandria. 3 have had surgery, one is having hers next week, and I have mine Dec 5.   We had 3 pah tees to celebrate our respective last chemo treatment.   Imagine 5 women first on steroids, then on benadryl !!!   The nurses were great and it helped make the experience much more "doable".  If  you ever meet any of us in person, we have pictures.   None of us are clever enough - yet - to post them here.   

    I am the old fart of the group:  62, retired, widow extraordinaire ( 5 1/2 years ), used to live in suburban Pittsburgh, sold the house after 36 years in it, moved to an apartment in Alexandria 2 years ago to be closer to my one and only son, who was married 3 weeks after my diagnosis in May.    I go to Georgetown Univ Hospital, but will use Inova Alexandria for radiation after surgery.  

    Welcome to the new gals.  Jump in and check the other threads.  You probably will see my posts there also.   Have a great weekend,  Nancy 

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  • flyrzfan
    flyrzfan Member Posts: 557
    edited November 2008

    welcome ap and dld...sounds like you both are still in the WTF stage...all I can say is, the first few months are the hardest. You wouldn't think of the chemo stage as being a stage to catch your breath, but it is. I also go to Georgetown where Nancy goes...I ended up there because I have family that works there and they were a real advocate. Once I had my consult, I agreed and wouldn't have gone anywhere else. The most important thing - regardless of where you go - is that you like them and you feel understood.

    We are meeting up today in Alexandria (right, Nancy?) at Ruby Tuesdays - you are more than welcome to come. Can't miss us, we're the (mostly) steroid fattened, (mostly) bald, (entirely) too loud group. I have to go double check the address and time now...

    Hope everyone is cruising along in their treatments with little to no SE's...

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited December 2008

    Wow, a month and no one has posted.   Here's hoping all is good with each of you.   I go back under the knife tomorrow for re excision to get more clear margins from the lump.  The SNB was totally clear, so that is the up side of my life.    If I do not get back here beforehand,  Have a very Merry Christmas.    HUGS,   Nancy

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  • BrandonMom
    BrandonMom Member Posts: 412
    edited December 2008

    Hi Nancy!

    Hope your surgery went well today. Let us know how it went.

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited December 2008

    Hi all:   I was a day ahead of myself.  Surgery is tomorrow ( Wednesday )  - no food or drink and I do not report until noon... caffeine withdrawal and a growling stomach... give me some Ativan... lol.   

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  • flyrzfan
    flyrzfan Member Posts: 557
    edited December 2008

    Hey guys...I just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, etc. etc. I have not been posting much ~ seems like I just can't get it together. I am getting an MRI on my ankle - doc says it may be time for the ankle replacement surgery (hasn't healed from the fall I took a month ago) and I am just having a heck of a time with headaches, muscle aches, bone pain and stomach pain...I swear my body has gone to pot. There's not a muscle, joint or bone that isn't giving me problems. I fly to Florida this weekend, it will be interesting to see if it improves iwth the weather change...Thank God I have pain meds for my ankle or I'd go insane! I think I should be posting this on the "b*tch" thread though :)

    Just didn't want you all to think I abadoned you...have a happy...be safe if you're traveling...

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  • danix5
    danix5 Member Posts: 755
    edited December 2008

    Hi ladies,

    Just checking up!  When is the next time you are all getting together?

    Has anyone used Dr. Roberta Gartside in Reston for their ps?

    Dani

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  • Monique
    Monique Member Posts: 121
    edited December 2008

    Hi everyone - haven't been on the boards in awhile - I've been kinda depressed and not feeling like connecting but I'm trying to get myself together - had my last chemo treatment last week :)

    I hope everyone is doing well, that you all have Happy Holiday's with family and friends  and that the new year brings us all good health :)

     Dani - Dr. Gartside is my PS why?

    Monique

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited December 2008

    Hi (((( everyone ))):

     Happy, Merry Holidays to each of you and your families.   Do you want to meet  at some place like the food court at Tyson's Mall or Pentagon City Mall ?  It gives the option of getting a meal or snack while we meet and talk.

     I wonder if the weekend before the inauguration is a good one to meet (Jan 17 or 18).   I think everyone knows of Tyson''s mall, but for those who may not know, Pentagon City Mall is indoors also and 3 stories of shops.  It is very Metro friendly - just get off and never go outside to get to the stores.   Parking at Tyson's is free, but pretty expensive at Pentagon City Mall.  Any suggestions are welcome.  

    Bonnie and Monique - gentle hugs for your pains and funky mood. BTW, my re excision went well and I did not use any pain meds the next day.   The next day (dec 17) I had my load dose of Herceptin to begin that every 3 weeks.   The final path report/appointment is Dec 26.   I am so ready to put this all behind me and begin the new year with as few doctor appointments as possible.  

    God Bless,   Nancy 

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  • BrandonMom
    BrandonMom Member Posts: 412
    edited December 2008

    I would love to meet.  I'd prefer Tysons.

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  • Monique
    Monique Member Posts: 121
    edited December 2008

    My vote is Tysons also, but I'm flexible

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited December 2008

    Is Saturday or Sunday a better day for anyone who wants to meet?   Noon Is a good time, I think.   

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  • maxgirl
    maxgirl Member Posts: 407
    edited January 2009

    Hi -- I live in Montgomery County, MD, and since Maryland ties with Washington state for the highest rate of breast cancer, I'm sure there must be some MD BC sisters out there, but you NoVA ladies seem to be more organized.

    I posted on the Gatherings board about trying to have a get-together in early Feb.  (So far there's one other person.)  I'd love to meet whoever is up to getting out.

    Gentle hugs for those in the midst of treatment.

    Maxie

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  • shari1232
    shari1232 Member Posts: 161
    edited January 2009

    Montgomery County here, too, Maxie...  I'm upcounty.  Nice to see you, sorry under these circumstances...

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Let's mark our calendars for Feb 7 at Tyson's Galleria.   Is noon a good time?

      

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Keeping this going:

     Tyson's Galleria, upstairs Food Court, Saturday, Feb 7 at noon.    

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  • Monique
    Monique Member Posts: 121
    edited January 2009

    Nancy,

          Do you mean the Galleria?  That is not where we met the last time?

    Monique

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Oh shoot, monique,  we didn't meet at the Galleria???   eeek...   Someone help me with my bad case of chemo brain.   What is the name of the other mall?    

    Nancy 

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  • Monique
    Monique Member Posts: 121
    edited January 2009

    Nancy,

         The mall we met in was Tysons Corner Centre - Tysons II or the Galleria is on International Drive and is the more EXPENSIVE mall :)

    Monique

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    thanks Monique.     UPDATE:    Saturday, Feb 7, noon at the upstairs Food Court near the movie theaters at Tysons Corner Center.    

     Nancy 

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  • lastminuteD
    lastminuteD Member Posts: 333
    edited January 2009

    AWESOME!!!

    I haven't abandoned you guys for real, just for a short time.  February 7?  great!  It will be nice to "see" how everyone is doing.

    Life's been crazy, besides the holidays, my father-in-law passed away on 12/10.  He is certainly in a better place!  Cancer sucks - ALL of them!!  It was nice having my youngest home from college - EXCEPT - for the constant "trail" of Ryan throughout the house!

    Dani - did you check out Wendy Gottlieb?  pm me if you have some questions!

    Bonnie - sorry to hear you are having so much trouble -  saying a prayer!

    Stay warm everyone!

    Dawn

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  • flyrzfan
    flyrzfan Member Posts: 557
    edited January 2009

    Hi guys...Hope everyone is doing well...a day for me!

    Dawn, so sorry to hear about your fil, I believe in the "better" place also! I hope hes having a blast up there!

    Feb 7th is on my calendar...looking forward to seeing you all again!

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Bumping this to the top again:

     Saturday, Feb 7, Tysons Mall, Noon.   Upper Food Court, near the movie theaters.   Meet and greet.    

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Another bump.   We can all celebrate the Steelers winning Super Bowl # 6...   GO STEELERS !!!

    Feb 7, Saturday, noon at Tyson's Mall upper level Food Court.    

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    Bumping this up on the Active Topics list.   

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  • flyrzfan
    flyrzfan Member Posts: 557
    edited January 2009

    Nancy ~ would love to meet up with you all again...was not crazy about the food court choices...so if anyone is interested...one of my favorite restaurants is Olive Garden and there is one right there near Tysons...would be interested in going there after meet up if you'd like...pm me so I know if you'd like to plan that as well...

    looking forward to seeing others again and meeting any new faces that want to join...

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  • GramE
    GramE Member Posts: 5,056
    edited January 2009

    If I don't get lost going from the mall to Olive Garden, I would love to eat there with you, Bonnie.   We can discuss it when we meet.

    Bumping this up on the Active List:

    Saturday, Feb 7, noon at Tyson's Corner Center, Website:  ShopTysons.com

    Upper Food Court, near the movie theaters.  

    I have a pink table cloth and most likely will be wearing something pink.    

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