Awake and up all night

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“Getting a cancer diagnosis is extremely stressful, and that brings a whole load of emotions, and lack of sleep certainly does not help. I think many of us have periods of insomnia. I experienced a long period of not sleeping. I could go off to sleep quite quickly, but after an hour I would find myself wide awake again, and would spend the rest of the night getting frustrated because I couldn't sleep."
Community member, ‘Pancreatic cancer’ group

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  • Have trouble sleeping and looking for somewhere to talk
  • Would like some company and support each other during the night
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  • It's lovely round here. Went to La Rochelle. Had some lovely fish meals.

    We were in La Rochelle a few day ago and had mussels in a quayside restaurant. We're at St Palais sur Mer now, one of our favourite spots.

    H 

  • hubby been in and out of hospital 

    Sorry to hear this. I hope he improves. 

    H

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    Former Member in reply to Sbird

    When I was a kid went there to joyas fawn camp site really hot from what I can remeber that was back in late 60s early 70s 

  • Afternoon sweetie Kissing heart 

    OH is much better thanks love, and he's got cricket on tap on the telly so that always cheers him up. Not me though as it drives me round the bend, so when he gets up I'll probably head upstairs and muck about on my phone - with a Cornetto in hand!

    Aw lovey, another brother down with something but I hope they keep an eye on him as you don't need any extra worry. Good news that you got a decent sleep as that's exactly what you need. Get your feet up and relax today if you can sweetheart xxx

  • Sorry to hear about your new diagnosis and well done on taking part in the trial. Good luck with your treatment. 

    H

  • Thank you so much Gill. Glad you have got your cornettos make sure you stay stocked up. So pleased to hear OH is getting better. I worry alot about my family. My sister has just had a replacement hip. She is doing really well. Hope you can get your feet up today.xxx

  • Afternoon all 

    My toe is still sore but I don't think it's broken, just very tender and I'm walking on it ok. 

    Your Yorkshire Airways suggestion made me smile  

    H 

  • Thanks Ray ( 

    Leave it with me - I will pass the details up the chain of command.

    Kind Regards - Brian.

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  • I had the 'not a member' malarky a few months ago. Regarding the carpets, yes,  all done and very pleased with them. I did not like getting up at 6-45am to be ready for the fitters at 8am though! With new carpets to consider, I've been wondering whether to splash out on some old man's tartan slippers.  Ray xxx

  • Aw Sonia, of course you'll worry about your family and Pat too, as you're a lovely, caring lass. Just for today think only about yourself, relax, eat Corners and stay warm as it's come really chilly.

    Well I'm off to get our dinner on and once OH gets up and I've plonked it in front of him, he can watch his cricket and I'll toddle off upstairs. We've got three different flavours of Cornettos to attack but they'll not last long as we're totally hooked!

    Get yourself cosy lovely, and sending warm hugs xxx