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
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  • Afternoon Amanda Blush 

    It goes without saying for myself, and it was only this morning I grumbled to OH I couldn't wait for winter. Snowman2️ That was after we got home from shopping and I was lathered!

    Oh sweetie, I'm pleased you're relaxing and watching the telly as that's what I'm planning once the chores are out of the way. Get a nice drink and maybe a treat - spoil yourself. 

    Whenever I read your posts, Lush comes to mind - love it!

    Well our lush Welsh lady, get comfy and enjoy Sparkling heart Lots of love and cwtchs xxx

  • Hello. 
    I am glad that you are chilling in front of the telly. I am doing exactly the same. Enjoy! 

    I do like the cozy nights in, but I don’t like when it starts getting dark earlier, and it’s still only August. It makes you think it’s going to be a long Autumn and Winter. xx

  • I don't like it when the light goes. Not my favourite time of the year.

    It's a bit warmer here today mind you. Got a couple of loads of washing done and on the line ClapClap xxx

  • Good afternoon all 

    We're in Honfleur, one of our favourite spots. We went for lunch; mussels in Roquefort sauce, fries and a glass of red wine - our lunch view

    I had bad cramp during the night so had to march up and down the motorhome Slight frown

    H

  • Hi Helen,

    What a lovely view during lunch, it looks so peaceful there! 

    ~Stacy

  • That looks wonderful Helen, and I hope you really enjoyed eating out there Yum

    Let's hope the mussels don't have you wearing out the MH carpet tonight hon! Pray

    Thanks for the latest report JC xxx

  • Today's task completed...collected meds from hospital Heavy check mark️!!

    Tomorrow's task, got to jab myself. Done it before...I can do that!! MuscleMuscle

    Also managed a short walk, 2 loads of washing and made dinner!! ClapClapxxx

  • Julie - you're a champion. Take this trophy immediately Trophy and hold it aloft with pride.

    I was going to ask how and where you have to do the jabs and if a needle is involved? If I'm being too nosy hon, just tell me.

    That's another day ticked off but don't think about tomorrow as it isn't here yet. Concentrate on having a good evening with your OH instead. A round of applause for your achievements today though ClapClapClapClap

    *Hugs and gently pats back* xxx

  • Yes, they're jabs to do at home.

    There's a needle but it's very thin. It's just in the tummy. I have plenty of padding and didn't feel anything when I did one before.  It's very quick to do. Not really relishing the prospect of doing them but it's got to be done!! xxx

  • Well done Julie on all your achievements today. You are a star.xxx