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  • teeballmom
    teeballmom Member Posts: 322
    edited September 2012

    MrsCich:  Thinking of you.  Put me in your pocket, too.

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  • teeballmom
    teeballmom Member Posts: 322
    edited September 2012

    Thinking of everyone today.  My mom who has been staying with her friend since my diagnosis will now be staying with my brother and his family until I'm 100% again so I've got to pack up her stuff from our house and DH is taking our 6 year old and heading down to So CA to take them her things.  Not much but I'm having a less than good day today so I'm moving really slow. 

    Hoping everyone has a fantastic and no SE weekend.

    Take care.

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  • Aruba
    Aruba Member Posts: 543
    edited September 2012

    MrsC. Almost done with #1. Hang in there!

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  • MrsCich
    MrsCich Member Posts: 409
    edited September 2012

    Round 1 is over and I am home!!!! Yay!!!! Little groggy from that Ativan but that's all. I know the worst is to come. The nurse said to take my 8mg Zofran at 4 o'clock and then again before bed, then again in the morning and continue it like that for the first few days. Hopefully that works.



    I feel I'm waiting for something bad to happen. I don't like it.

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  • SusannahW
    SusannahW Member Posts: 470
    edited September 2012

    Mrs.cich, you did the hardest part, u walked in the door and sat in the chair! I know you are wary of what's to come, but to me you are a brave woman, you can handle it!

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  • MrsCich
    MrsCich Member Posts: 409
    edited September 2012

    Thanks SusannaH.

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  • Chrisrenee77
    Chrisrenee77 Member Posts: 1,032
    edited September 2012

    Went to my visit with my PS today to remove the drain tubes..... well that didn't happen. I was doing good the last couple of days and bam! I dump 30 ccs in my drain tubes. So one more week and my PS said they will be coming out next week one way or another.

    Mrscich- hope you are feeling well. I pray you don't  get sick

    To all the Ladies welcoming me on here a big Thank you!

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  • marianelizabeth
    marianelizabeth Member Posts: 1,735
    edited September 2012

    I too am doing the Run for the Cure in Vancouver on Sunday along with 20 of our family and friends.

    SmileMarian 

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  • websister
    websister Member Posts: 1,092
    edited September 2012

    Count me in for 'Run for the Cure' also - about 40 of us including my family.



    Thanks for the caution re: super mom and wife - old habits die hard, don't they? I scaled back a little on the prep and will ask for more help and take things easier.



    You guys are the greatest.



    MrsCich - you did it! Wishing you no or minimum side effects



    Tazzy - have a wonderful solo weekend

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  • jpmomof3
    jpmomof3 Member Posts: 643
    edited September 2012

    mrscich, You did it!  You may not even feel all that bad after this one.  I had had such minimal SE's the first round that I was worried it wasnt doing anything.  Until my hair fell out it didnt even seem real.  Just take the medicines they recommend and if you do feel nauseated dont be shy about taking more.  The next round is easier in a way since you will knowmore what and when to expect SE's. At worst i never had real nausea (like a stomach virus type) but more like easy gagging and taste changes and queasy feelings like being pregnant.  I hope your SE's are mild too.

    Chrisrenee, sorry to hear you couldnt get those drains out.  fingers crossed for next time.

    A solo weekend sounds really nice... not that i dont love my family too. hmmm.  how could i arrange that??

    Have fun at the races!  The last time I was at a For the Cure type race, I was in my 20's and running competitively.  The next one i run in will be very different for me... I hear they are fun and inspiring for survivor/fighters.

      

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  • KarenZ0305
    KarenZ0305 Member Posts: 487
    edited September 2012

    Mrscich hang in there! You may think you'll never get through it but you will. I finished at the end of July and I look back and ask myself did that really happen? Yes it did because my drs all told me this week that all that horrible medicine worked! There was no cancer to be found during my surgery.



    I did all my chemo on Fridays so I could sleep the weekend away if I needed it. My side effects kicked in on Monday nights and were gone by Thursday mornings.



    Sending you hugs, light and rainbows to get you through!

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  • chemochar
    chemochar Member Posts: 22
    edited September 2012

        Hey Scorchy,

      i know exactly how you feel as i have felt all of that and more!  and when you get a bad doc (radiologist)  to boot and can't sue his sorry ass it just burns me up!!  I am undergoinf four extra surgeries because of Dr. Quack!!

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  • liefie
    liefie Member Posts: 2,440
    edited September 2012

    MrsCich, you did it! Just drink lots, and rest when you can. My wish is that you will not have too many SE's. Hugs to you!

    Websister, you wouldn't believe how much fun I am having in Vegas. At the moment I am alone in the hotel room, and I'm supposed to rest before going out tonight to see the Beatles show, but just wanted to log on and catch up. 

    Hang in there, everybody. This ordeal WILL pass. Hugs from Las Vegas!

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  • Tazzy
    Tazzy Member Posts: 2,546
    edited September 2012

    liefie... have fun in Vegas... the adult playground.   I love Vegas... due for a trip once this crap is over with.  Win big and enjoy the Beatles show.

    Rest up MrsCich.

    Chemochar - sorry you have been through so much crap with Docs.

    chrisrenee - darn those damn drains - fingers crossed for soon. 

    hugs and love to everyone.

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  • MrsCich
    MrsCich Member Posts: 409
    edited September 2012

    I'm 6 hours past my departure of the BGC. IM SO SLEEPY!! Not really nauseous but I think I feel a little query. I think about to go to bed and its only 804 PM here.

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  • Tazzy
    Tazzy Member Posts: 2,546
    edited September 2012

    MrsCich... go to bed.   It doesn't matter if its 804am... just listen to what your body needs.

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  • juneaubugg
    juneaubugg Member Posts: 951
    edited September 2012

    Tazzy; thanks for the group hug.



    I made it to North Carolina. I am in bed and DH is out with his family. I only threw up once the first hour into the trip: then I started to feel better. Silver linings....??? I'm breathing. No seriously... I forget to be grateful in the middle of this shit.



    Night all.... Hugs

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  • Cottontail
    Cottontail Member Posts: 374
    edited February 2013

    I haven't really been around a whole lot lately. I've had mild depression off and on as long as I can remember, and it's reared it's ugly head again.



    Seven weeks PFC, still no new hair growth. To add insult to injury, my eyelashes have started falling out this week. They're very thin in top and completely gone on the bottom. At least eyeliner goes on fast and smooth, right? Sigh.



    My arm pain and tightness from cording was getting steadily worse every day, but I finally saw my PT this morning. She stretched and worked my arm for about forty-five minutes, with heat for the first five. It hurt so much while she was doing it, but feels very much improved now. The sharp pain that I had shooting all the way down my arm is gone. I'm still tight right down in my armpit, but she gave me some new stretches to hopefully help, and I see her again in a week. She said it usually took her two to three sessions to work the cords out. She also told me my rotation and range were very good, and that my tissues feel healthy.



    Ahh, I just realized I forgot to "lube the boob" after my shower, so I'm off to do that, then I'm going to enjoy a beer and hit the hay. Night, all.

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  • Nkb
    Nkb Member Posts: 1,436
    edited September 2012

    Cottontail- when I first noticed new hair growth it was very light, thin and only visible with a magnifying mirror. I was so excited and told my DH who looked so carefully, even took off his glasses, got extra light- couldn't see a hair! Now they can just be seen with the naked eye.

    I hope my lashes get long enough for mascara before they fall out again- they are short, but thick, haven't seen them in ages..



    Hang in there and try a strong flashlight with a magnifying mirror.

    So glad the PT could help you!

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  • Tazzy
    Tazzy Member Posts: 2,546
    edited September 2012

    cottontail...nice to see you back.   As Juneau said... silver linings eh?

    Goodnight and sleep tight my lovely ladies.  There is an end to all this crap... RIGHT !!

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  • _Ann_
    _Ann_ Member Posts: 769
    edited September 2012

    Hi cottontail, beer and sleep sounds good.  I've had depression pretty much my whole life and it got way worse since BC and chemo.  I went on some meds a month ago that seem to be *finally* helping.  Didn't realize what bad shape I was in until now that I can see the contrast.  I feel human again.

    For all the ladies doing the "run for the cure" events, I wonder if it's possible to donate to your team online somehow?  I'd be glad to chip in something if you can post or PM me the links.  I am debating doing one that's coming up soon-- Oct 12. 

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  • Tazzy
    Tazzy Member Posts: 2,546
    edited September 2012

    Ann... cant imagine suffering with depression most of my life and THEN having to deal with bc and this crap... geesh.. you are one strong woman.   so happy to hear you are feeling 'human' again.    Not sure how you donate to Run for the Cure outside Canada... their main website is

    http://www.runforthecure.com/site/PageServer?pagename=run_homepage_12

    Please let us know what you one is on October 12.

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  • KarenZ0305
    KarenZ0305 Member Posts: 487
    edited September 2012

    MrsCich there were days I couldn't get out of bed so that's where I stayed! Sometimes I'd wake up and my kiddies would be hanging out reading or watching tv. Made it all the better. Sleep all you want. It's your bodies way of healing. That and a bubble bath!



    Cottontail that was what tripped my trigger! They were the last to go after treatment ended but what made me feel the most normal! That is why the makeup goddess invented eyebrow pencil. Makes me feel a little better. Gang in there and when they come back treat yourself to a makeover!



    Has anyone lost their nails? Mine are ugly and discolored and some have fallen off.



    Speaking of walks my mom in laws friend is walking tomorrow for her survivor mom and is adding my name to her banner. Made me cry it was so sweet.



    Have a great Saturday all!

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  • websister
    websister Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    Good morning

    Liefie - glad to hear you are enjoying Vegas. You'll have to tell us about The Beatles show.

    Juneaubug - enjoy North Carolina, hoping there are lots of silver linings

    MrsCich - as Tazzy said, listen to your body, we are there with you

    Cottontail - sending hugs. My eyelashes and brows are getting very sparse and hair is a thing of the past. Some days I just want 'normal' back

    Nkb - loved your story. Our poor husband's eh?

    Ann - at the link Tazzy provided it will probably ask you to 'make a donation to a team or an individual' - my team is (name of team edited out) but if others add their team names or individual names you are welcome to donate to them, the money all goes to the same cause :)

    Karen - sorry to hear about your nails. My toenails are becoming discoloured, fingernails have vertical ridges forming, sometimes it seems there are still many miles to go. Thank goodness for silver linings. My grandchildren are here and I can hear them up and starting their days, they are very appreciative of the toy collection I organized for them this week:). That is very touching that your name will be on the banner Jpmom - 2 weeks of rads done out of the way for you!!!!

    Ramols - thinking of you

    Take care everyone

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  • Chrisrenee77
    Chrisrenee77 Member Posts: 1,032
    edited September 2012

    My moms work made an announcement yesterday that for the month of Oct., the employees of the bank could wear jeans everyday but it was a dollar a day donation. At the end of the month they are donating all of it to bc research in ky moms name. I thought that was so sweet. My moms work has been so good to her and my family. When I had my BMX the day I went home they had provided dinner for all of us and then gave us the money that was left over in the "Christy fund.". It was all too sweet.

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  • Chrisrenee77
    Chrisrenee77 Member Posts: 1,032
    edited September 2012

    My moms work made an announcement yesterday that for the month of Oct., the employees of the bank could wear jeans everyday but it was a dollar a day donation. At the end of the month they are donating all of it to bc research in ky moms name. I thought that was so sweet. My moms work has been so good to her and my family. When I had my BMX the day I went home they had provided dinner for all of us and then gave us the money that was left over in the "Christy fund.". It was all too sweet.

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  • jpmomof3
    jpmomof3 Member Posts: 643
    edited September 2012

    Cottontail, glad to see you back. Sorry the depression is affecting you. No surprise eh? I imagine you are on medications for it, hope you feel better soon. You are not behind schedule on the hair. Take heart, it will come. Mine showed up as the microfine white fuzzies about 7-8 weeks after the last AC dose, I was sill on taxol at the time so it started slow. But it is common for it to not show up for months after so don't worry, it is incredibly rare for it to be permanent.



    Juneau, what a trooper to travel on chemo. Hope you get to enjoy some of the trip. Welcome to NC. I am at the other end of the state from where you are though.



    Karen, yep taxol isn't pretty to nails. I never had trouble with my fingernails but I lost a big toenail and the other one isn't really attached any more but is hanging on and growing out now. And several other toenails turned black but I have such nasty toenails from running for 25 years that they won't fall off even if I wanted them to.

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  • marianelizabeth
    marianelizabeth Member Posts: 1,735
    edited September 2012

    Ann, nice to hear you want to donate to our Canadian "Run for the Cure" and as Tazzy says, it all goes to the same place. I was surprised to see that my own personal fundraising went to $900 today and another friend who is "honouring me" (did I really want such an honour?) has had donations over $1200. I really only posted on Facebook and was so touched by some of my friends generosity, not to mention my kids'!

    Websister one of the donors was a best friend in Calgary who can't do the run herself on Sunday as she is having a CT scan (gotta love Alberta Healthcare who use those machines 7 days a week) on Sunday at 1000. She is a survivor 5 years out but has decreased pulmonary function maybe due to chemo but we really noticed it trekking in Nepal in May. She considered running in Calgary tomorrow and then carrying on to the scan location but decided to donate to my fundraiser instead!

    Have a great weekend everyone and kudos to all of us running/walking tomorrow. I must admit to being a bit nervous about my emotions.

    juneau, hope that the weekend is going OK and I echo what jpmomof3 said! 

    CoolMarian 

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  • juneaubugg
    juneaubugg Member Posts: 951
    edited September 2012

    Ditto what Ann said....



    For all the ladies doing the "run for the cure" events, I wonder if it's possible to donate to your team online somehow? I'd be glad to chip in something if you can post or PM me the links.



    :-)

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  • _Ann_
    _Ann_ Member Posts: 769
    edited September 2012

    Juneaubugg, donating to the Canadian run for the cure was easy-- it's like making an online credit card purchase and they email you a tax recipt.  This is the donation page http://www.runforthecure.com/site/TR/RunfortheCure2012/CentralOffice?fr_id=1490&pg=pfind  

    websister posted her team name up above and another participant PM'd me her name.  You can also just make a general donation without a specific name.

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