MI Survivors

Lunch was wonderful again! It was nice seeing Pat, Nancy, Pam and our newcomer Sue. Hope to see everyone again for the next lunch in June.
Gerri

DebraLynn, I am so sorry you had to go through this crap. Hang in there.

Catherine

Alright you guys, I goofed again. I had a cub scout conservation outing in the a.m. yesterday, but didn't realize it included a 'picnic' afterwards (we ended up inside) I couldn't desert my little boy, so I stayed for the lunch. I really wanted to come see you all

Hi Debra, my goodness, how are you? I've thought about you from time to time, it's good to hear from you again. I am so sorry your husband is still being such a jackass, you deserve so much better. Maybe we can meet one of these days; I was thinking our next get together should be outdoors (if we don't get snow in June!)

I'm sorry I missed you all again!!! See Michele, you aren't alone, these things happen.

Hugs to you all
Judy

Here is Komen's Race for the Cure website. I will be there with a few of my friends. If anyone wants to meet up and walk with us, we can plan something. If you are not able to walk 5K, then we can still catch you at the area they have set-up for the survivors.

Race for the Cure

I heard that there was quite a bit of snow in Ohio. Glad that missed Chicago. We just had a few snow flurries. Saturday I was an the "Auto Show in Motion" at Arlington Park Race Track (normally they have horseracing.) It was excellent. Free parking, free admission and even free lunch.

I drove a yellow Hummer on an obstacle course with a very steep incline. It was quite scary as the hill was so steep and you couldn't see where you were going. I also took the Corvette for a test drive. That was fun.

It was sponsored by General Motors and you could test drive more than 150 different kinds of cars. Definitely check it out if it comes to your area. It was a lot of fun and the free admission, parking and lunch made it even better.

Catherine

No, I'm still stuck at the same place. K-Mart never panned out but thanks for the tip just the same. It seems like there are more HR openings now, but I haven't found one yet. At least Psycho Boss is no longer around to torment us. That is a major plus.

Catherine

jon!!! Get those lovely breasts! I have seen the work of my two friends after mastectomies and their surgeons were artists! I occasionally get the guilty - vanity pangs about wanting to fix my frankenboob that is probably much worse in my mind than reality. To top it off, I want to plump up a few cc's just for grins. I see it as my reward for surviving the beast. Don't ask those who do not have to walk in your shoes.

I saw another of your posts about getting your energy back and not being able to climb stairs like before. I should have answered right away but here is my take on it...

The first year was 2003 and chemo kicked butt. I did have some spare energy when it was done but I think it was the relief that it was over. I even looked for flats of flowers at the end of summer. The nurseries thought I was nuts. The next summer, I wanted to do some gardening but didn't have my usual normal energy back yet. I did the minimal and was in bed by 8:30 pm every night.

This year we had those few 60 degree days and I was obsessed. I went outside at daylight and worked until dark. I mean, I did some heavy lifting, wheel barrel pushing and cement moving. I did this both Saturday and Sunday, two weekends in a row. I hurt everywhere on Monday but it was absolutely wonderful! I did it just because I could. It hit me like a ton of bricks that I felt damn good. So, I'm back even if it took 2 years to get to this point! I still go to bed before 9:00 pm and the stairs at work make me winded but I'm working on that.

So, I’m sorry your son did not make the team but you better find another excuse to join us. We will drag you out of that funk and show you the light at the end of the tunnel if we have to put a flashlight in your face.

Lilia – I’m sorry, no pictures this time. There are some old ones under the photo albums. Next time I’ll remember my camera. Well, if someone reminds me at least.

Catherine & Kats – next time make the trek out here. Surely we won’t have snow in June????

Pat – keep us posted on the grandbaby news!

We could think about meeting in one of the Metro Parks next time? They have running water and some semblance of a loo. The one by me (Hudson Mills) is very nice.

xxxooo
Nancy

Did anyone catch Debra Lynn's post in "moving beyond"? She is looking for an oncologist in the Troy area. I know many of you talked highly of your doctors. I recommended mine from St. Joe's but I think it is quite a trek to Troy.

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share with you that tomorrow, May 4 will be one year since my surgery.

Funny, all those old feelings are stirred up again just by remembering a date.

Thanks to all of you who have made me laugh, feel 'normal', given advice, love, friendship and hugs.

Although some of you may not know me, I have read your posts that have made a difference in my life.

Each and every one of you have a very special place in my heart that I will keep forever.

Thanks, and here's to the beginning of another 'year'.

Hugs,

Congrats on your anniversary DebraLynn! My surgery was 2 years ago, on May 3rd.

I've been outside doing yardwork and planting flowers with some of my free time. On the days I work I'm so tired I don't get to all the boards that I want too. Everything is well with me, still tired from waking up with hot flashes all night though. My next onc. appointment is Tuesday.

I'm on vacation this week, just staying around home, but it's nice just to rest and relax.

Hi everyone! It has been a while. I, too, have been so busy. I am in a 7 week physics class that is killer, with a test every week, ugh. I started an exercise regimen, finally (mostly to get out of the house and away from my kids)! I've lost about 7 pounds already and am getting muscles.

Candi, you're right, this heat STINKS! We're supposed to get some strong storms tomorrow, and then back to the 70's! That will feel nice!

Nancy, did you do the Race for the Cure last weekend? I had to work on Saturday. I will definitely be there next time, please let me know when it is and I'll meet you there!

Ann, I hope all goes well for you. I have not seen your posts, so I don't know exactly what's going on with you, but I really hope your scans turn out ok.

Well, talk to you all soon!

Hugs
Judy B

Congratulations Pat! A first grandchild. I'll bet she is beautiful and I love her name, very sweet.

So, how are you Michigan ladies keeping cool????????

Hugs,