INSOMNIACS place to talk in the wee hours

Hi ladies- can't sleep so here I am on the insomniacs thread! The snow in MN is lovely, winter is starting in some places. I think loverly asked if it snows here and yes, we get snow here in the valley sometimes, much more in the mountains. It has been pretty dry this fall, but we are expected to get some rain on Monday/snow in the mountains. We need the moisture.

Mags- I cannot drink coconut water either. Do you like Vitamin Water? I like the Vitamin Zero, fluids with a few vitamins in it and decent taste. The orange one reminds me of the Tang we used to drink as kids (without all the sugar). It is good for hydrating after work outs, wonder if would help you during chemo?

I think cancer is everywhere and when I see my MO twice a year, it is always packed there. They give me my Prolia shot in the infusion area and that is always a busy place.

Wishing you better days sister. Is your kitten giving you lots of love?

Wild, I am originally from about 150 miles north of the Twin Cities. I have family down near the Twin Cities in Western WI. Thanks for the pics of the snow back home, I miss it. The last time I saw snow back there was in May of 2013 when hubby and I went back there for a week to see my family after being diagnosed with this crap.

MammaRay: hoping you come back to joy and peace.

MammaRay - Its brave of you to do what you really feel you need to do, hoping the change of scenery is helpful. Sending hugs your way.

Sensy - The fire looks so cozy. For some odd reason on my end your fire pic is on top of your text ... how did you do that?! So not sure if you said but hoping your work week was not too tiring.

Mags - The first time I tried coconut water it was terrible too! Tip I learned, take VitaCoco and put it in freezer in original container. Freeze until just slushy, I set a timer and check it every hour or so. If you overfreeze it thats ok, just take it out and set on the counter and let thaw till slushy. It is a sweet slusshhy treat seriously. It tastes completely different if not chilled and the different brands taste different.

Loverly - how are you today? I hope better. Your poor husband, he has something different from you obviously the clinical name I believe is MAN FLU and the symptoms are very hard for his gender! When and where does the hiking group meet, I'd give it a try as long as the 70 year olds dont tease me. Have finally been on the treadmill but not back to exercise class yet.

Tried on a bra today and thought oh this is great, stuck in my foobs. A few minutes later off it went, those nerves didnt like it. Back to the comfort of the cami for now. Raining here, finally. Hoping for a restful weekends for all.

lover, my uncle is 82, going on 50. The man is timeless . He is amazing.

Mags, lots of people in waiting room....another way to look at it...they are keeping us alive longer, so they are jammed up. Always an upside my place is crazy busy too.

Mamma ray,, hugs

Hi everyone else. Tired today. Gonna nap:)

mammaray. Rest relax rejuvenate.

Hubby is a total FF

Hope hubby behaving better.

Nah, he was in a bad mood this morning. He's being better

Loverly, I hope you are feeling better. Cleaning and laundry will wait...rest! Men, in general, can be so dramatic when ill. Temps of 30's at night IS cold, but that was our high yesterday! And then there's the below zero temps throughout our winters..now that's cold! I took advantage of the cold day and defrosted my deep freezer. I put all my food in coolers outside in the meantime. You can tease me...I can take it!

Mags, I'd like to add to the hydration input and mention children's Pedialite. (I buy generic) I wish I would have thought about it for myself when I was going through chemo. I prefer it to gatoraide or vitamin water.

Junie, Bummer your Sept injection didn't help and you are going for another one.

Jazzy, I hope you got some sleep last night.

Feline, How cold are your winters?

Mommy, Sorry about hubby transforming to FF. You get plenty of snow in CT, don't you? I've never been NE.

JeanQ, Did you see sensi's note to me (intended for you), about how to get text at bottom of picture? I can't remember when you had BMX, but I know I had to wait at least 8 weeks after, per Dr, before wearing prosthesis.

Patty, are you still in the hospital?

Shep, how you doing?

MammaRay, I'm glad you are taking this time for yourself to breath. Ever since I was diagnosed I have dreamed of running away somewhere by myself for a while...just to think and catch my breath. One day. I'm not saying that's what you are doing, but it's good to recognize what you need, and like Jean said, be brave enough to follow through. It's terrible to not feel like yourself. I do know what you mean by that. I'm with Jazzy, it made me sad, but at the same time want you to be comfortable sharing. We can empathize, and support you like others in your life may not be able to do. Let us be your sounding board and your group hug.

My hope is that I don't hurt anyone's feelings, or make anyone sad, by talking about minor or everyday stuff. I know that my aches or life concerns are nothing compared to those who are currently in treatment and/or have mets. My heart is with those who are struggling today.

Plenty of time for more snow pictures. Lots of winter yet to come!

I have my kids for Thanksgiving this year, so I decided to host. There will be 6 coming over, so with my kids and me, that's a good number. I did the last of my grocery shopping this morning, now I suppose I should get to picking up, laundry, dishes. Maybe a nap first, though.

Couldn't sleep again last night. RATS!!

My DD is down from college and we are going to see "The Barber of Seville" at the San Jose Opera for her birthday today. It's a matinee, but I'll probably doze off during the performance. Can't drink caffeinated coffee cuz it makes my heart race, so I'm drinking some Chai tea and hopefully that will work.

No time for a nap. At least I didn't doze off during the pastor's sermon this am, so maybe I'll be ok.

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Lita - Wishing you wakefulness for DD's birthday outing. I fell asleep during Les Miserables, Little Bear Live, and a comedy show! Thank Dog the comedian didn't notice - it was a big show but we were close to front! Those dark theaters are easy to nod off in if the entertainment isn't good

The Barber of Seville ......makes me think of The Little Rascals' Alfalfa....Hope the signing at your show is better!

Shep, if you ever want to let the real words fly, pm me. Nothing would surprise or offend. Hugs, sister.

Shep-I'm with Wildtulip......let the real words fly

I'm good Jazzy, besides having to wake up a 5am.  Thankful to be back at work though.  Feel pretty good. Tired, but that has sorta always been my norm.  Was happy to be a part of the annual Thanksgiving dinner at work, where we have residents and their families for a Thanksgiving dinner.  Was worried with my bald head, but haven't had any negative reactions.  Actually had one family member share that she was a survivor of 3 years, and another gal that comes to visit one of my residents (who I knew was a survivor) shared how she tends to throw her foobs in the drawer.  Chance on the other hand, thinks when I'm up that early should be going to the dog park.  Been trying to take him when I get home, but sometimes a nap wins out .

Hope you are well.