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  • jeanl151
    jeanl151 Member Posts: 146
    edited June 2011

    Txstardust- congrats on the job...you worked hard to get it.  I hope you love it.  I taught second grade before my kids were born and now teach pre-school (4 and 5 year olds).  The kids (and parents) helped me get through chemo and rads..it gave me something else to think about.  I work with such good people-they made it possible to take a week off then work 2 during the chemo schedule.

    Things are good for me..so far all doctor visits have worked out well.  This has been a busy month for my family. My youngest son graduated high school. We have been busy with all that goes with that. ...When I was first diagnosed I was so worried I wouldn't be around to see it...thankfully that wasn't the case!!!

      take care and enjoy some summer fun, Jean

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  • Enjoyful
    Enjoyful Member Posts: 3,591
    edited June 2011

    Hey everyone -

    I'm sorry that I haven't checked in since finishing chemo.  How's everyone doing?  Recovered from the side effects?  Getting good scans?

    I read back just a few pages and txstardust - you might want to ask your PS about a scar revision for your port scar.  Mine healed terribly, too, with pain and general ugliness.  My PS did a revision and now you can barely see it.  

    I hope everyone's doing well.  Hard to believe it's been over 18 months since we all started chemo together.  

    E

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  • snuziq
    snuziq Member Posts: 107
    edited July 2011

    Hey everyone,



    I just popped in to see how everyone is doing. For those that are worried about their port scar, my onc nurse suggested Mederma. I'm not sure it works as I never tried it. My scar healed pretty well and when it was still real noticeable, I treated it like a badge of honor.



    Shelby - congratulations on the job. I'm glad you found something in spite of the cut backs here in Texas.



    To my American friends - Happy Independence Day weekend. For everyone else - enjoy the rest of your weekend.



    Zusi



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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited July 2011

    Hope everybody is doing good.  Where is everyone?

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  • txstardust
    txstardust Member Posts: 599
    edited July 2011

    Hi Michele (and everyone!),

    Life has been very busy lately for me.  I've been doing lots of research and preparation for my new classroom.  I am getting more and more nervous as my first day approaches, but excited at the same time.  I've been working at my part-time job throughout the month, but my last day there is on Friday.  I decided to give myself a week off before I start at school, so I can look over the curriculum and textbooks, and to plan out my classroom layout.  I'm truly enjoying spending so much of my energy and time on the job, my kids, and relaxing, instead of cancer all the time.  

    I hope everyone is enjoying this summer!  Maybe I'll be able to squeeze in another weekend at the beach before summer is over. 

    Hugs to all! 

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  • feistybluegecko
    feistybluegecko Member Posts: 133
    edited July 2011

    helloo to everyone - what a great question "where is everyone"? 

    I am in the UK on leave at the moment and amazed that I can be independent again - it was ipossible to imagine being this strong again.

    I hope you are all doing well.

    Big hugs

    Philippa

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  • MaryNY
    MaryNY Member Posts: 1,584
    edited July 2011

    Hi Philippa: Great to hear you are doing well and strong again. Must be nice to get a break.

    Shelby: you must be starting your new job soon. Good luck. Hope you do get to the beach before that. I can't even imagine how hot is must be in Texas. I was holed up all last week during the heatwave here. At least the temp has gone down to the 80s again.

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  • CAtharsis
    CAtharsis Member Posts: 52
    edited July 2011

    Hello everyone! I read through the messages from a couple of months. We all get scared for everything now... just to appreciate more the mention that "everything is fine". Good to hear from you... and good that we do not come here too often, all busy with our happiness!

    I am into the 6 months "limit" also: next round of tests is in November allowing me a hospital/clinics/doctors/nurses/tests-free summer.

    Riding my new bike, preparing a half marathon, I fully live it, rejuvenated (is that a word ???)...

    Enjoy summer ladies!

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited August 2011

    Hello, my dear friends.  well it looks like we are a busy bunch.  The summer has been wonderful and school is just around the corner.  I hope everyone is well..

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  • snuziq
    snuziq Member Posts: 107
    edited September 2011

    Ladies, look how far we have come!   It's been two years since we all were preparing to start Chemo. 

     Personally, I just had yet another followup and things are looking good.  I hope the same for all of you!

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  • feistybluegecko
    feistybluegecko Member Posts: 133
    edited September 2011

    Yes, it is amazing to think that we are approaching that 2 year point since we were all on the threshold of our chemo treatments.  This time two years ago I was blissfully unaware what was ahead, my cancerversaries are right in front of me, and it is a year next Friday (23rd) that I discovered the lump.  Very strange to think of it all.

     It's good to hear how you are all doing.  My Big Check is next month.  Trying not to think of it yet.

     Hugs P x

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  • Enjoyful
    Enjoyful Member Posts: 3,591
    edited September 2011

    Two years ago this month I'd been diagnosed with mets and was gathering second, third, and fourth opinions on treatment options.  I ended up firing my oncologist and getting a new, more aggressive and positive onc.  He started me on chemo the day after I saw him.  :-)

    Still NED after two years!  Woohoo!

    E

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited September 2011

    Enjoyful, wow, what a difference two years makes.  I can't believe that it has been two years.  Some days it feels like yesterday and other days it feels like a million years ago.  It is funny how this thread has slowed down.  Two years ago I could barely keep up, with the questions and supportive comments.  You ladies saved my life, for sure.

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  • azdiva
    azdiva Member Posts: 201
    edited September 2011

    Hi Ladies!

    Just checking in.  It's hard to believe it has been 2 years.  Well, I have my onc appointment next week - that usually brings everything to the forefront!  At last appt, he talked to me about switching to Femara (from Tamoxifen).  My next bloodwork includes a hormone test to see if I'm post-menopausal.  Haven't had a period since 1st chemo, so I gotta believe I'm done with it!

    I've been thinking about quitting tamoxifen because the joint pain, brain fog, weight gain, moodiness, etc. are just wearing me down.  Of course, I am terrified about further side effects from Femara.  Who else is on Femara? Or Aromasin or Arimadex?  I don't know why, but this morning I decided to check the boards here to see others' experience (kind of a lurker thing, wasn't going to outright ask questions, because I figured others have been there/done that).  Haven't been on for a few months and I discovered that 2 ladies that talked to me quite a bit in the beginning had passed away.  That just knocked me for a loop.  Been crying on and off all morning.  I don't really believe in signs, but maybe I need to stay on hormonal therapy.  I just hate it soooo much.

    Many of my friends are doing those sotto pelle hormone pellets.  They all rave about their energy and how good their hair and skin feel.  Grrrrrr!  I asked Onc about it, but - surprise, surprise! - HRT isn't recommended for women with hormone positive cancer! Haha, he still thinks I'm insane, and I guess that will never change.

    Getting ready for the invasion of pink next month.  I know everyone is well-meaning, but I feel like their poster child.  I get trotted out at all of the fundraising events.  "Oh how brave! Look how good Laura is doing!" I feel neither brave nor that I am doing all that well.  

    2 more surgeries in the future (hysterectomy/bladder sling and left pocket adjustment), but  haven't felt like scheduling them.  I suppose I should do one of them before the year is up (insurance deductible is already met this year!!).

    Don't mean to be a downer.  The tamoxifen has me on a crazy emotional rollercoaster.  For the most part, I am doing well.  Kids are driving me crazy. DH is a pain in my behind, but he is trying. My beloved Mr. Fabio seems to hate all other animals and people, but as long as he continues to love me, I don't mind!  Kids go on fall break next week, so we will load up the truck (kids, dog & new kitten) and head down to Mexico for a week or so.  Bob went down today to check out a new boat! Life is good and I feel better for having typed that.

    Hope life is treating you all well! Even though we have never met in person, we have a bond.  I appreciate you all!

    Lots of love -

    Laura 

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited September 2011

    Laura, I am so glad to see you here again.  I like seeing the wonderful ladies I started out with...I hope you get your Temoxefin straightened out.  I have been busy with work and day to day life...Love that it feels more normal.  I remember when I prayed for that.

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  • suz45
    suz45 Member Posts: 796
    edited November 2011

    Hey Beautiful Ladies Kiss

    Hope everyone is adjusting to the new you's. I haven't logged on in ages so just breezed through the pages of posts, will take some time out later to catch up & read them all.

    Lol, I just spent half an hour writing a very long post and poof... it was gone. Heh heh, will take that as a sign that I was just venting too much information.

    So I'll just say hi and yes Im still in treatment. Im on my second set of oral chemo (2 weeks on 1 week off) not sure how many treatments I'll be getting on this but my next Onc appointment is Tues so I'll ask then. I also have a drain installed just beneath & around my right lung to drain the fluid that builds up & has no where to go. A nurse comes to my home twice a week to drain it via a vacuum bottle and puts on fresh sterile dressings. Ive had it for just over a month now and the fluid build up is aprox 600 ml's each visit. The fluid if not drained compresses my lung and it gets very difficult to breathe and I cant lay flat on my back as I get sort of a drowning sensation. Other than that Im doing fairly well in regards to se's. My hair in thinning but hopefully I wont loose it, I have no appetite and am very fatigued most of the time. But compared to all the other chemo's Ive been on this is a walk in the park. This chemo is not a cure, we are just trying to slow down the spread of the tumors and maybe even shrink a few.

    That aside I had a wonderful summer. DH bought us some 4 wheelers and I got to do some really fun off roading as well as some boating. The rest of the time I spent enjoying the new deck we built last summer. Then in Sept we went to Vegas for a week so I could go on a helicopter ride from Vegas into the Grand Canyon, land right in the Canyon for a champagne picnic and then arrive back in Vegas as the sun was setting. This is something Ive wanted to do for a long time and it was every bit as spectacular as Id hoped it would be. Lol, neither of us are gamblers so we spent the rest of the week just doing fun things. Im hoping I'll be well enough come spring to take a trip to Europe. France is definitely on my to do list, but will have to wait & see.

    Sending Love & Hugs (will try to stay in touch more often) Suz Cool

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  • jeanl151
    jeanl151 Member Posts: 146
    edited November 2011

    Hi Ladies,

      Suz45 -  hope you are able to handle all you are facing...glad you are getting to travel and have some fun.

        I am doing well, I try not to think too much about bc and just live my life...  I have my mammo this week plus appoinment with onc.  This always seems to bring back the fears of mets. I don't know if everyone gets these feelings. I find the triple neg diagnoses with chance of reoccurance  still lurks in the back of my brain!

      Hope everyone is doing well,  Jean

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  • MaryNY
    MaryNY Member Posts: 1,584
    edited November 2011

    Hi Suz: you had an incredible summer! I'm getting tired just reading about it. So now you're planning your trip to Europe. You mentioned in a post a while back that you were doing Bikram yoga. Do you still do that? I do yoga about once a week at the local Gilda's Club but it's not strenous like Bikram -- it's more easygoing and relaxing. I love that you are doing all the things you want to do despite treatments and doctors's appointments.

    Hello Jean: how did the mammo go? I think the fear resurfaces for all of us when we have the mammo and onc appointments. 

    Hope everyone (in the US) had a nice Thanksgiving.

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  • suz45
    suz45 Member Posts: 796
    edited November 2011

    Jean, Yes I think its really normal to have that fear of mets at testing time. I hope all is well now & you can put the fear behind you.

    Mary, Yes I gotta admit I had an awesome summer. Sadly I had to stop the Bikram yoga, I loved it and still miss it. Not even sure if I could do regular yoga at this point. Easygoing and relaxing sounds perfect and the stretching always feels so good. Im back to just walking for exercise... even that is pretty minimal. I haven't tried but I don't think I could lay on my stomach.

    Height wise the drain tube is just below where my bra line would be, and about 3 inches towards the front on the right. It gets wrapped in about a 3-4 inch circle with padding under & on top of it, then they put a large waterproof clear thin bandage over that. It takes the nurses approx an hour to drain, sterilize & bandage it back up.

    I just got a dvd from the hospital on how to do this myself. Its quite complicated so I wouldn't do it normally, but I want to know how so that I can go out of town for more than 2-3 nights. They drain it every Mon & Thurs... lol puts a bit of a damper on vacations. But once I can do it on my own they would give me the sterile supplies & pressurized vacuum bottles... just the bottle is $50.00 so Im really glad that they supply them!

    Anyway I hope everyone is well and enjoyed thanksgiving... Sending positive thoughts & energy. Big Hugs. Suz

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  • azdiva
    azdiva Member Posts: 201
    edited December 2011

    Hi Ladies! 

    Checking in.  Had my regular appointment with my oncologist.  I have been very anxious lately.  I have so many people in my life who are being diagnosed with cancer.  I don't know if I just notice it more now, if we are just getting to "that age," or if there really is an increase in disease.  I think the Tamoxifen was making me crazy.  I went off it for about 1 month before my appointment so that I could think clearly and ask him a lot of questions.  Long and short - he ordered a PET/CT scan, which I have since done and it came back CLEAR!! I bawled like a baby when the nurse told me.  Blood work showed that I am officially post-menopausal, so onc changed my meds to Femara.  I have been on it for about 2 - 3 weeks.

    The Femara is making my heart race a little, but I think that will resolve.  I've also had a constant headache which I think will get better when I get over this cold! I insisted on brand Femara ($65/month v. $15 for generic) because I heard that there are less side effects with the real stuff. One positive is that I have lost about 8 lbs since starting the Femara.  Could be the change in drugs, could be the fact that I haven't been drinking as much! haha I guess we will find out after the holidays because I have many social events!  I still have joint pain, but it seems a little less (wishful thinking)? I am still scatterbrained.  I have been taking Adderall, which seems to help (it did not help with the weight loss because I was on it with the Tamoxifen and still managed to gain 20+ lbs).  

    My hair is a mess.  I have extensions, but I can tell it is definitely thinning.  It was never good after I had my kids, but now it is bad.  I have a call in to my doc to see if I can take spironolactone.  This is an anti-androgen which is supposed to help with hair loss.  Because it suppresses testosterone, I think there is concern that the unopposed estrogen could lead to breast cancer.  No studies have shown this, but I would think that makes sense.  Since I am in menopause, and am on an anti-estrogen, and have no breasts,  maybe it is ok for me?  The side effects include "hairiness".  My luck, I will get facial and chest hair and no actual head hair!

    All in all, I think I am getting through this.  The worst part now is my moodiness and inability to focus.  That has really taken a toll on my kids.  Like I said, the Adderall helps, but I still find myself just going off on everything they do.  Yes, they are teenagers and maybe that happens to everyone.  Surprisingly, DH has been pretty good.  I am trying to make him be more of the bad guy (after years of being Fun Dad!).  I don't trust my initial reactions now, and am trying to make myself wait before I do/say anything.  

    Just re-read above.  Clearly the Adderall doesn't help as much as I thought!  I know you all understand because we are going through the same things.  I hope you all are doing well.  Enjoy the holidays!!

    Laura 

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  • txstardust
    txstardust Member Posts: 599
    edited December 2011

    Laura, soooo glad that your tests came back with good news!  I always breathe a huge sigh of relief after finding out the results.  I wish there was a way to counteract those side effects that make your life so uncomfortable.  I was never able to take the tamoxifen because of them.  Good luck with the Femara!

    There is still that ever-lingering fear, like you mentioned, Jean.  I don't think that will ever, ever go away.  How did your mammo turn out?  Hope you got the all-clear.

    Suz, I'm so glad that you had a great summer!  Sounds like you had a lot of fun.  You'll have to let us know about that trip to Europe.  

    Well, my hormones are still all out of whack.  I had not gotten my period back since starting chemo way back in the fateful October of 2009.  Even had the hormone testing saying that I was in menopause - which helped me to feel better about not being able to take the tamoxifen.  However...on Tuesday, my lovely friend came back for a visit!  Ugh, I thought I was over all of that!  Which also means that I'll have to go through menopausal hell TWICE.  I guess it was good while it lasted.  I'm sure my onc will really get on my case to have the oopherectomy now.

    I finally did decide to get the mastectomy and DIEP recon that I was considering, and it is coming up in just a few days.  Surgery is scheduled for this coming Tuesday, the 20th.  It's expected to last about 9 hours, with a hospital stay of 4 nights - barring any complications.  

    I love, love, love my surgeon, Dr. LeDoux here in San Antonio.  He is at the same practice as the surgeon I consulted with originally who said he wouldn't do this surgery because of his past experience with patients who were bipolar.  Said he was afraid of post-anesthesia "psychosis".  Because of what he decided, I ended up having the lumpectomy and rads, even though it wasn't what I really wanted.  I didn't want to wait longer for the surgery and wanted that sucker out of me.  Afterward, I did lots of research into post-anesthesia psychosis, and he was totally full of shit (like I suspected).  In preparation for my appt with Dr LeDoux, I compiled a bunch of copies of the studies I looked at saying that people w/bipolar are no more likely than any other group for post-anesthesia problems, and brought it to my first appt.  He didn't even bat an eye at my bipolar - said there was no problem that he knew of, and didn't need to look at the data, and he was fine with surgery.  Thank goodness for docs that aren't idiots!!

    I'm looking at about 3-4 weeks off of work, hopefully not too much longer.  There's typically a 4-6 recovery period, but I'm hoping to recover more quickly as a "younger" patient.  My friends think I'm crazy!  But, I know I'll be anxious to get back to work.

    Speaking of work - I absolutely love it!  It's even better than I thought it would be.  My students are super-terrific, so sweet and they make me smile and laugh every single day.  I never thought I would find a job that I actually wanted to go to, but now I can truly say that I look forward to work every morning.  I've gotten lots of positive feedback from other teachers and my assistant.  There was a sub for my assistant who came in for a week while she was on vacation.  She asked how long I had been teaching there and when I told her it was my first year, she was surprised.  Apparently, she thought I meant it was just my first year there at that school, but she thought it was like my 20th year of teaching.  When she found out it was my first year of teaching ever, she said she couldn't believe it, that I was such a natural.  I guess this is what it's like when you find your "calling" in life!  I just wish I had figured this out much younger.

    The staff at school have been absolutely fabulous.  When they heard about my upcoming surgery, they put together a schedule to bring me and my girls dinner for an entire month following the surgery!  It made me cry to realize that so many people cared and wanted to help!  One of the audiologists on staff there, who was one of my professors when I was in the grad program, was diagonosed with BC at the beginning of the school year.  I couldn't believe it.  it does seem like there is more cancer floating around out there, but maybe I'm just hyper-aware of it because of my own experience.

    OK, so I've rambled along enough.  Seems like most of us are staying busy - myself included - and even though I don't always get to post, I still check in often hoping to see some updates of all my sisters here.  Have a great holiday season to all of you!

    Hugs!! 

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited December 2011

    I check in daily to see what's going on...

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  • jeanl151
    jeanl151 Member Posts: 146
    edited December 2011

    Hello everyone,

       Shelby  I am glad your job is going well and you found a great staff. There is nothing like the support of coworkers.  I hope surgery and recovery go as smoothly as possible.   

       Suz - hope things are getting better everyday.

       Laura -  oh the ups and downs are no fun....hang in there

        Michele -  I am like you,  I don't always write something but I often check to see how you are all doing.  I want nothing but the best for all fo us.

       I am doing well.  Last appointment and mammo came out fine.  I still worry so much. My BC was not hormone so I am not having to deal with the meds but it was Triple Neg so I worry so much about mets.  I just keep trying to push those thoughts away.

       Well Happy Holidays to all.  I can't believe Christmas is 5 days away.  Still waiting for snow in Massachusetts to make it look like the holiday! 

        Improved health to all in the New Year,  Jean 

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  • suz45
    suz45 Member Posts: 796
    edited December 2011

    Hi Gals, Checking in again.

    Shelby - So nice to here you found your calling.. its a rare thing. Good luck & speedy recovery with your surgery.

    Laura - I here you in regards to dealing constant with mood swings, I think you got it bang on when you say you need to think before reacting. Thats something Ive learned as well.

    Michele & Jean - Really nice to know your there even if your not posting. I kinda wonder how many of us are still around the boards.. I know a few times Ive had to take time out from them, but with the situation Im in right now its better for me to be here (mostly on stage IV forum)

    Im on Xeloda as a chemo right now. Hoping to kick the tumors back a notch & dry the pleural out. SE's are starting to kick in by the end of my cycle quite strongly... fatigue, hand foot syndrome and so on. Not near as bad as the red devil or the taxotenes but definitely chemo. My hair has also thinned out, but I didn't loose it. Im in dire need if a cut right now as it just looks scraggly. Ive done 4 cycles so far 2 weeks on 1 week off. Im at the end of my week off right now. My CT is scheduled for tomorrow so hopefully will get at least a basic outline of whats going on inside when I see the Onco Wed. Hoping they wont make me wait through the holidays :P

    On a different subject for those that have been forced into menopause & such, i would check out this thread in stage IV. Lots of gals are chiming in from all stages as this is a chemo thing not just stage VI.

    Topic: The solution to painful intercourse!!!!!! Yipeee!

    http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/8/topic/776318?page=1

    Ive spent a lot of time there and there's some really honest open discussions going on. AND it worked for me :)

    Gotta run, love you all & warm Holiday Hugs, Suz

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  • one-L
    one-L Member Posts: 1,110
    edited December 2011

    Well ladies, I know I should  be ashamed of myself for not checking in more often.  I know it has been a very long time.

    I have been reflecting through the day and today is my two year chemoversary.  That is my two year last chemoversary.  I have so many things to be thankful for and I couldn't have made it without all of you to help me through.

    Shelby, I hope you got to go home today and are doing well.  So glad you have found your calling and it continues to give you great pleasure and enjoyment.  Maybe I will start getting some better letters in Words and be a challenge to you.

    To the rest of you wonderful ladies, hugs and wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year.

    Juannelle

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  • snuziq
    snuziq Member Posts: 107
    edited January 2012

    I hope everyone had fun and relaxing holidays.   It is good to read that everyone is doing well or dealing well with the challenges.  Personally, I'm doing good and was startled to realize that my last chemo was Feb 20th 2 years ago!   I'm kind of excited as that means I will be able to donate blood again this spring. I guess it is the little things that make you feel normal.

    Suz - you are such a champ.  I am totally inspired by your attitude with all you are dealing with currently.   I just want to give you a big hug.

     Shelby, here's hoping for a speedy recovery from your surgery.   Like the other ladies, I am glad you have found a job you love with supportive people.

    Laura -- Sorry for your hair troubles.  Hopefully you can find something that works for you. 

     Everyone else -- I often think of my chemo sisters.   You all helped me through some really tough times and for that I will always be thankful.  

    Big hugs to all,

     Suzi

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited January 2012

    Hello ladies...well the days are coming faster towards my recon.  I have DIEp planned for the end of the month...I am starting to get a little scared.  Can't wait for it all to be over.

    Happy New Year everyone.

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  • txstardust
    txstardust Member Posts: 599
    edited January 2012

    Suz, you sound like you're doing relatively well, and that's good to hear.  I hope your SEs aren't too debilitating.  Keep fighting the good fight.

    Good luck with the DIEP, Michele!  I'm 2 1/2 weeks out, and doing better every day.  I've got to say, some aspects of recovery were better than I expected, and others not as easy as I anticipated.  The morphine made me sick, and the pain pills I took home weren't so great for me either.  I found that Aleve worked pretty well for the pain and didn't make me sick.

    Once I got out of the hospital, getting around was easier than I thought, but the fatigue and soreness is hanging around much longer than I thought it would be.  The 4-6 week recovery timeframe is realistic.  I was hoping that being "younger" than the typical patient would mean I would recover faster, and could go back to work this coming week.  Not!  There's no way I could make it through a full day of work right now.  I decided to start back on half-days on the 20th, with hopes of going back full-time the following week.  I have to say I was nervous before surgery, too, but I'm pleased so far with the results.  Still swollen, but they assure me it will improve over the next month or so.

    Jean and SnuziQ, I agree with you both that every time we hit one of those cancerversaries is tough and nervewracking, but such a relief as they fade into the past.   

    Juanelle, you are a worthy adversary in Words!  I love playing - especially since my girls refuse to play Scrabble with me.  I don't let them cheat at all!  :)

    Hugs to all!! 

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  • one-L
    one-L Member Posts: 1,110
    edited January 2012

    Suzi, I am always excited when I hit one of my cancerverseries.  I am fast approaching my 2 years anniversary for starting radiation.  Glad you are doing well.

    michele, good luck on your upcoming surgery.  Hope it all goes well for you and you have a speedy recovery.

    shelby, glad you are doing well after your surgery.  I love to play Words, I keep about 6 or 7 games going all the time.  

    Juannelle

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  • micheleboots
    micheleboots Member Posts: 1,993
    edited January 2012

    I am starting to panic now.  I am so worried about almost everything...It is the little tings that are freaking me out. Like having a cathader, vomiting, will I wake up during the procedure. They asked me to have two full glasses of water before I arrive...OMG, I think I will pee my pants before I get there.....I took  sleeping pill last night.  I don't want to do that to often.  I'll be glad when it's done. Thank god you guys are here for me.

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