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love hearing good news so congrats on the pathology report and the biopsy.Happy Hump Day
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This is sooo cute!
https://www.thedodo.com/marmoset-toothbrush-video-...
Congratulations Shuff!
Also, I will never crab about the weather and snow again! It's so awful to see and read about what the folks in Buffalo are going through! Makes us here in Denver think we live in Arizona, or some place!
That "Lake Effect" looks brutal! Never saw snow so deep in my life!
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I'm very happy for you, Shuf. Those of us at the start of this journey depend on good news to fuel us forward.I had a lumpectomy and radiation 23 years ago. The tumor was discovered during my annual mammogram is a primary, a couple of weeks ago, (that's what my surgeon says who took care of me back then). The HER2's didn't exist back then. Most of these extra diagnostics didn't exist back then.
You are going to be fine and you should look forward to a long and healthy life.
Catherine
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Shuf, let the snowballs fly!
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OMD Teka! I will never crab about the snow we get here in Colorado again! So sorry about all that storm, and what is going on! I looked at a lot of those pictures this morning, and it is unbeLIEVABLE!
Stay safe little friend!
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Teka, your posts always make me smile.
Heh! That's what you and I are headed for.....sooner than later.
Absolutely let the snowballs fly.
Snoogy up time.
Catherine
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We're in the Adirondack Mountains and get just a little lake-effect snow!
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Good news, Shuf!
Slept in until a few minutes ago. Felt so-o-o-o good under the warm covers. Had intended to go to the gym but will get in a lot of walking over in the nearby shopping centers instead. I'm looking for some little window curtains and a bed skirt for the guest room and anything else that jumps out and says "Buy me!" Sun is shining and it will warm up to 50's by early afternoon.
Happy Wednesday!
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Let me not be tied down to property or praise and I shall be free. Free from the nagging ache of envy. Free from the hurts of resentment. Free to love all and forgive all. Free to do and say what is right, regardless of the unpopularity. Free to wander everywhere as inspiration guides me.
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Good morning. Wow !!! Yes, the people in and around Buffalo, NY. I heard just the tail-end of something yesterday about the 6 ft. of snow and just felt like I had heard wrong -- who could get 6 ft. at once I said to myself and thought it was someone exaggerating. Then with it all over the news this a.m. and saying as well that they could have another three feet -- are you kidding me ???? I just don't think this is normal and am ( though I believed what scientists were saying all along ) wondering if this is going to be more of a standard ( due to global warming ) thing.
Even our paltry ( compared to NY. ) miniscule three or 4 inches is a ( or was ) rare event before December. So no kidding -- I am not going to allow myself even a hint of dislike or dismay for the weather we had or might have as I really don't think we would get anything like NY. Sure hope not anyway, but I really think not. Not to say we haven't had some "different and un-likable" weather this past few yrs. that is not truly normal for us either -- but certainly nothing like Buffalo.
Carole, I must have been on your wave length this a.m. as I slept in as well. Till nearly 7 a.m. Knock me over with a feather. I went to bed at about the same time, so figure I had catching up to do or something. Anyway, it was really nice. I did have to do some fancy foot-work to get my morning chores done, a bath, and get here to the computer in time to at least leave a quote ( did well since I'm making an entry ) and hope I do as well the rest of the day.
Have to take a friend to a Dr. in Vandalia, Ill -- east of us about 30 miles -- no biggie, but tied up for a bit. Then extra work ( probably only a couple of hours ) this evening during the dinner hours. It is all good. Our temp. will get to about 40 today so will feel like a heat wave to us. The week-end is 57 with two days of rain due to the rise in temps. That global warming thing again. Still amazes me at the number of people who do not believe the scientists on this one -- REALLY !!! At least 97 % or more of the scientists say it -- and anything is possible, but could that amt. of people ( with the knowledge and training to be the likeliest to know ) be wrong.
Oh well, just hope you are all going to have a fantastic day. I will be checking back in -- not sure exactly when but I will . See you all then.
Blessings
Jackie
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Good news for both Catherine and Shuf- nice way to go into the Thanksgiving week.
My Thanksgiving is going to be very quiet this year. Since I wasn't here last year, my son and one daughter went to their in-laws for dinner and plan to do the same this year. And SpongeDoug's family always has a large celebration, so we are sure Dougie will be going there. That just leaves Tracy and me. We will probably get a small turkey breast, and the already prepared mashed potatoes. A few sides and we're done. It will be a quiet day, one for me to spend some real time being thankful for the blessings of this past year, rather than being too busy with preparing dinner for a dozen or more, which leaves very little time for reflection.
My brother saw his surgeon and radiation oncologist Mon. He seems to be doing well and they will start radiation sometime next week, but he will only need 10-15 rounds at most. He is starting to ease back into life. He went to one grandson's football game on Sat, although he stayed in his car because of the weather. Then Sun he went to DD's house to quietly celebrate the other grandson's confirmation. Not ready for large gathetings yet, but ready to get back to enjoying grandchildren.
Speaking of which, one of my GC is at Jeykll Island on a school field trip. They had to cancel last night's 9-10pm activity because of the cold. Other than being so cold, he is enjoying himself. It is his first time being away from family.
I am having my colonoscopy and endoscopy tomorrow, so no food at all today. Not looking forward to the cleansing tonight, but glad to finally get it done.
Have a great day
Anne
PS Catherine, Shuf and MoJim, and any other newcomers I might have missed, can you tell us when your birthdays are so we can add them to our list? The year, of course, is optional. Thanks
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Congrats Shuf. What a gift your news is.
Chevyboy-you mentioned the Buffalo weather. I am 80 miles south so have not been impacted, but my nephew has been right in the center of things. He has 6 feet of snow in his driveway, and they predict another 2 feet overnight tonight for his neighborhood. Then, temps in the 50's to follow. Good grief. 8 feet of snow melting is not comprehensible to me.
I worry about all the people who can't make it to medical appts and treatments. Travel bans will be in effect for the rest of the week.
Joan811-thanks for your insight. I have enough trouble deciding what to fix for dinner, let alone decide on TX options. But I am gathering info and will make an informed decision I'll be happy with.
Keep warm all
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Hi gals!
cami....I am with you! I have a terrible time keeping up with all these delightful ladies. I think I need to take a speed-reading course!
Welcome to magicalbean and anyone else that I haven't welcomed. You have come to a good place!
Jackie, thanks for the suggestion about SparkPeople.com. I have never heard of it but I will certainly give it a try for gluten free recipes. I also love Trader Joe's but the closest one to us is in the Chicago area. Remember that candy cane tea that Jan Claire brought to the Illinois Christmas gathering a few years back? The only time you can get it is during the holidays so Mary Jane's daughter buys up several boxes for me and brings them when she comes home for Thanksgiving. If you love hot tea and you have a Trader Joe's near you, you should definitely try it. It's addictive!
Hi Joan! You've really gotten "around" lately, gal! I'm so sorry to hear about the separation that's happening in your family. They are always hard on everyone. Sometimes the children adapt faster than we grown-ups! I loved the picture of you and your three granddaughters. Wow! You are really lookin' good!!! :-)
Carole, it's cold in Illinois so bring plenty of warm clothes when you come for Thanksgiving. It was 9 degrees yesterday morning! I want my summer back!
Good news for shuf and Catherine! Yay! Aren't early Christmas presents great?
Well I have a load of laundry that needs to be folded and I need to organize some Christmas gifts that I have already purchased so I know what I still need. I started shopping earlier this year since we will be heading south right after Christmas and I have lots to do before then. No Black Friday for me.
Everyone in the colder climates........try to stay warm!
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Wow, Anne, you will be so glad to get tomorrow done with -- the test parts anyway. I haven't had a Colonoscopy ever and I know I should. I did the prep though for something else that was done after my cancer dx. I just don't remember the test. Naturally, and the reason why I have put that darn test off so long, is that for some reason -- something always hangs around where it doesn't belong -- no matter how CLEAN the juice is supposed to make me. We had a 73 mile trip home that day and I purposely brought something for me to sit on and you might know -- disaster struck about 25 miles from home.
Really irritates me to say the least. I guess I've been hoping if I can stall off long enough --- they will come up with something else that works better than the juice cocktail and won't have dreaded after-effects.
Long day so far. Took my friend to a Dr.'s apt in Vandalia. About 35 miles from here. Got home late but that is ok. In about 20 mins or so I will leave for work at the Dr.'s house where I work. It won't be a long night -- so that is good. We stopped at Denny's for lunch. That was nice. Was hoping that they would still have the Cheeseburger Quesadilla but it was off the menu. I could eat my way to rack and ruin with those so just as well. I did get a Cheese Quesadilla instead and a half order of Nachos Supreme -- O Yum. We don't go there often so I feel I can indulge when we do.
We are to the getting dark by 5:05 p.m. now-days. I so don't like that. Well, probably if I were actually retired I would not pay it much mind, but it makes the day seem as though it has flown by.
Anyway, I hope you all had a good day. I'll see you all later.
Jackie
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Jackie, There is a new test that uses DNA in the stool to test for cancer. I have no idea how it works, but I read about it recently. I'm due for a colonoscopy in 2016 and my health email keeps reminding me about it. The oftener I see it the less I want it.
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Thanks -- I'm going to do some looking around for info on that.
Jackie
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There is a colonoscopy test over the counter that is new
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Anne, enjoy a good meal after the test.
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Yeah, Shuf. What a relief.
Puffin, great ideas for sweet potatoes. We love them. I bought a turkey and was planning the menu and now we are going to see family near Austin. I'm supposed to do sweet potatoes, so now I have that covered. My other part is stuffed mushrooms. I'm getting the easy parts of the meal
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Very funny; something to start off your day on a happy footing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LR2qZ0A8vic?rel=0
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Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude." Denis Waitley
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Nancy Catherine -- oh my !!!! As I have scant time in the morning ( and most of the time is used to find a quote and enter it in two different parts of BC. Org, I could only listen to a few seconds of your link, but I can't wait to get back to that piece. I also already know that I'll have to hang on so I don't risk falling off my chair laughing.
It is so easy to laugh at things when there is a LOT of truth to them and just in the short moments I listened -- I know there is plenty of truth. Can't wait.
See you all after work and errands.
Blessings
Jackie
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I am home and Dr said everything looks fine.he wants me to take Prilosec for a month for the irritated esophagus, and did a biopsy in my stomach- thinks I might have a bacterial infection there. Colonoscopy was all good. Though I was done wth the cleansing and ate a tuna sand which when we got home. Discharge instructions say I might be gassy. Thought I was, but still the cleansing. Enough already!
Anne
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AnnieB...glad that procedure is over for you!
The sun is shining here today but it's still cold. I ventured out to get my hair done and now I'm home, plannng to get a few things done around here that I have been putting off. I swear that I got more done when I was working. Now I seem to be a procrastination queen.
I'm with you, Jackie. I just hate it when it gets dark at 5:00 p.m. That makes the nights so long!
How are you NY gals doing with all that snow? I can't imagine snow that covers your car from the pavement to the top!
Well....I'm off to get something accomplished. Then I think I'll curl up on the sofa and start a new book. Hope everyone is having a good day!
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shuf great news for you, waiting for any test results, have apt Monday to hopefully get some info. Breast MRI apt Dec 5th. Catherine is correct we didn't have all these test back my first go around 20 yrs ago. The biopsy on my other breast was normal also, they seemed to be as worried about that breast as the other so what a relief. It is difficult to enjoy the holidays when you are wondering were your going to land with all of this. This is a great place to try to minimize the stress. We all will take as much good news as we can get, and enjoy it when good news comes for our sisters.
Revelle
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well things are moving faster now. Pre opt is in the morning along with a class and dr appointment. Surgery Tuesday next week. I know this sounds strange but I am excited to be moving forward. Her2 not back yet but that will be back soon. Lots of prayers and thanks to everyone. Shuf
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Warmed up to 70 degrees today. I was a little warm in my long pants and blouse with 3/4 length sleeves. Tomorrow I'm playing golf! It's supposed to be in the 70's.
Anne, glad to hear your procedures went well and nothing horrible was discovered.
Hope everyone has a good evening.
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My daughter in St. Petersburg, FL posted this.
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Oh Carole, I'm so jealous! Have a good round of golf tomorrow!
Sandra..I love your daughter's post. When we went to Florida last February, we had one week where the temps were slightly below normal for that area. We thought it was lovely weather but the locals were cold! Personally, I think I could go all year wearing sandals. Maybe that's a sign I should move out of Illinois!
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And leave me here to suffer almost alone --- well there would be a few others. Please don't go.
Jackie
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