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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."
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Hiya sweetie
Well done getting all those hours in as it'll do you the world of good - you'll need it to keep up with that little sausage, Archie!
Aye, OH can be a character but I want that side of him back for the both of us - hopefully when he gets the blood tests for his thyroid things could change for the better. Talking of bloods, fingers crossed that yours will be on point for the chemo to get the go-ahead
Late as usual, but I replied to your PM. Big cwtchs sent back by express delivery xxx
Edit: A girl after my own heart - definitely ROLL ON WINTER!
Hi Dingg. It must seem like you're not waking up from a bad dream. Your courage and resilience are an inspiration.It's funny how in the dark times it's still possible to see the humour in a situation. I do remember Butterflies. At least you're not burning anything. All my love and best wishes to you and OH. You're a super strong lady.
Hi
Sorry the messages dont always seem to come through in order. I seem to get to 9pm and thsts it im going zonko but then once i wake up thats it i cant get back off too sleep.
Im sure he will be back to himself in no time. My husband has thyroid problems has done for several years tablets he takes are good.
I am hoping bloods were ok today and i can have my cycle on tuesday, dr is calling me monday morning to check im still doing ok.
Yes my husband has a 4x4 so winter is ok lol. Hes a big kid at heart and loves playing in the snow xxx
You are very welcome.
That’s good to hear that your OH is in the system. Fingers crossed they move quickly. Yeah, keep that phone close to you.
I am doing okay, thanks. My husband and I have had a couple of nights away, which was lovely and just what was needed.
Hope you are well? xx
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