Australian Sisters

Hi girls, still with DD and finding it hard to hold my tongue with her at times but I know it's not really her who is in that place. Her doc finally gave her an anti depressant on Friday so hopefully once her system gets used to them they will help. This is going to be a long slow process and hopefully when we get to the other end she is in a much better frame of mind and better able to cope with life.

Yay Trish! Good to see you! So glad you have been resting and feeling the better for it. Here's hoping the half tab keeps you doing okay. I'm really pleased that your photography is still busy as it means a bit more income for you which is a good thing.

Oh Annette! OMG!!! You poor darling! I'm so glad you didn't lose any animals in those floods AND that you are also okay.

Hi ya Jac! good to hear that you are through the surgery and well and truly on the road to recovery! It's great that you had no nodal involvement and here's hoping that the full path report is all good as well. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Oh Aly! My sincerest condolences at the passing of your MIL. It sounds like she was waiting for her other son to arrive before leaving this realm. Even though you were just waiting, it's still hard when it happens. ((((hugs)))))

Well, time for me to go clean up the tea things or they will end up being there all night........not good.

Take care all!

Love n hugs. Chrissy

Aly sorry to hear about  your MIL,  hope she had a peaceful passing and that she is at rest.  God bless you and your family and Dh who has lost his mum.  big hugs xxxxx glad you can celebrate her life and know where she is now.

Mel, that is great news. I will be thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery. Hugs.

good luck Mel and speedy recovery

Hi all

Mel good luck with your surgery.

I got my appointment with my Plastic Surgeon for my nipple reconstruction. It's been a year since my last appointment which they gave me to decide if I want a nipple or not. I'm not having the surgery as I really don't need a nipple.

The hospital actually sent me a letter with a form to fill in if I still wanted my appointment or not as they have had so many referrals for plastic surgeons. That's Public hospitals for you.

Have a great weekend all

Carol

Awwwww what a cutie! Beautiful girl Annette.

Yay Mel!!! So glad you are already day three and are minus the bear hugger! I know you are still sore but that will pass and each day you will feel a little better.

Big gentle hugs for a job well done.

Love n more hugs. Chrissy

Kylie, DD is finally on medication so is beginning to even out with her moods and thoughts so although this is a good thing it is a very small start and hopefully will just keep getting better as she does her treatment.

I'm doing better now after the mauling I got from the cat. I have twelve stitches in my right leg and four in my finger but still managing to get things done........lol. The rest of me is missing home and I really look forward to the day I can pack my bag and leave my DD's house and know she and the grandsons will be safe.

Love n hugs all! Chrissy

Hello ladies, I thought this might be a good place to join in by wishing Mel a speedy recovery so I am sending best wishes from the west. Great news that 2 of the 4 drains are gone already. That has probably already brought you great relief.

I am three weeks post op but have been quite ill with infection for the past week. A bit of a setback, but I am having the wound debrided and re-dressed every other day and things appear to be improving. Still have one drain left though and the exit site has become very tender so I think it has outstayed its welcome!

I have been mainly posting on the June surgery thread and the ladies there have been a wonderful source of support, information and at times entertainment. I am very keen to share more of the Australian experience as I continue to recover so I am hoping to be a bit more regular here. I am certainly grateful that there is an Aussie thread to join.

Alyson, I noticed your family's recent bereavement. I think your BIL comments would bug me too😡. It's a difficult time for a family even when the bereavement is expected. There is always so much to do and so many decisions to make at a time when emotional energy is so low. I hope you are able to spend time looking after your own needs amidst all that.

Til next time, I wish you all well.

Jac

had my first shower today! felt really good

OMG Chrissy. Sorry to hear about your injuries. You are a superwoman; always busy and helping others. I hope you get home sooner rather than later.

Hi to everyone else. I'll be booking flights to Melbourne as soon as the next Qantas sale is advertised.

Enjoy the weekend!

Wooohoo Mel!!! Glad you are hoing home tomorrow just remember to rake it easy while you are still healing.

Thanks Racy. Looking forward to seeing you at the end on November.

take it easy all!

Love n hugs. Chrissy

Sweetpea, welcome, and thanks for joining us here! We do wish you much luck, and please keep us posted!

hi I'm home😄 feeling still a bit sore but happy to be back at home even though I'm still getting used to it

Woohoo Mel!!! Take it easy girl and enjoy your own bed