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."
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  • Evening Spicy Crescent moon 

    Sorry I didn't get back to you earlier hon, but we're away for a couple of days and being half deaf I don't hear my phone ping when it's in my bag.

    Shimmer's reply to you was comprehensive and I can't add much, except to say sorry gran is having a tough time and that obviously reflects on yourself. I really hope she's as comfortable as is possible.

    Sending you both my very best wishes xxx

  • Evening Kool er, Shimmer and the gang.

    After the wheels on the train went round and round it delivered us safely into Redcar, Morrison's and the turret, which is top notch vampire habitat Bat and the bunting's out.

    We've had a busy day of walking, lots, eating, pig-out portions, and spending several ££s to win an alien on a spring and a teeny blue duck = 8p.

    All perfect as OH has rejoined the human race. Earlier, we sat watching the tide coming in for some romantic down time - OH decided he'd rather down a pint so off we went to a nearby beach side bar where he got his pint and I had a latte, which caused a heavy swell over the afternoon's gluttony.

    All attempts at taking snaps have been abysmal so I'll up the ante tomorrow Pray

    Well a change of venue doesn't mean TLC is kicked into touch, so I'll wish you all an excellent night and hope you all manage a restful sleep Zzz Hugs and love from a rejuvenated OH and silly Gilly xxx

  • Sounds like the perfect holiday and god damn, you and your OH deserve it. You've supported us all so much and I couldn't ask for a better big sis. I thought it was Whitby the vampires hung out, not Redcar. Loads of love Uki.

  • Sounds perfect! Have a great time! xxx

  • We've migrated further up the coast Uki, BatBatBat but damn, that soil was heavy. Wings ain't what they used to be...

    Fangs our kid xxx 

  • Fangs, no, thanks Julie Blush

    Everything was going swell till lights out for OH and a major eye leak erupted. He nodded tearfully when I asked if he was a bit overwhelmed. Lawks!

    Hopefully better by morn Pray

    Big hugs sweetheart xxx

  • We're on the ferry after a 1.5 hour delay so it will be a late night for us once we park up. 

    We had a lovely day with the grandkids and Sarah, then at James' for the bbq, I'm still stuffed Rofl

    H 

  • Really pleased that you both arrived safe and sound having enjoyed the train ride as well. OH's pint after at least a minute of romance and tide watching is a good sign. It shows his determination to enjoy every minute, only possible because he is with you. I sent hugs and love by return gull. Unfortunately it headed for a landfill site. Replacement hugs are on the way with a nightjar as it's after dark but he'll also fancy one on arrival, no doubt. Have a great tomorrow, both of you.  xxx    

  • Oh bless him! A bit overwhelming for sure. 

    Bigger hugs back to you and your OH Gill.

    xxx

  • Fabulous Helen, and your tummy trouble must have settled if you've been wolfing bbq. Not the long ferry delay though Rolling eyes

    You should have got the lard out and hitched up the MH to Alan - he'd have probably swum it faster.

    Have a brilliant time when you touch down. Safe journey hon xxx