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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  • Evening Amanda Two hearts

    Sorry for the late reply but I've just woken up after nodding off in the chair! Yes hon, I was fuming about waiting for that taxi but it's the norm - so much time wasted waiting around for them.

    Aw, how nice you've got a great GP and so willing to accommodate any concerns you may have. If you don't feel right my lovely then make sure you book an appointment with her, we can't have you worrying when there's no need.

    Mmm, stew Stew . Do you call it cawl in Cardiff? I didn't have any supper with falling asleep! Doh.

    Have a smashing weekend hon and lots of love xxx

  • Hellooo back Shimmers Wave

    I've got the jitters about posting in case it's shredded for hamster bedding, like a few of last night's were.

    Just been watching a film...

  • Wow! Congratulations Cartwheel 

    What a tricky time to hear your sister's sad news and of course you are worried about brother. You must and can celebrate though .. right here! 

    There will be Cake and Chocolate bar andTropical drinkandIce cream and Champagne and Musical noteNotes

    Cheers

  • Already had a glitch ... a post about all the stuff at the end of the street was there but now gone. Did you see it?

    Ooh what did you watch?

    Cheers

  • I really hope someone is aware of site access and functionality issues and addressing them as it's not just clunky with the odd glitch now ... it's unusable at times.

    Glad you got here eventually. Must be dreadful for newbies seeking support in the dark hours.

    Gentle hugs 

  • The end of the street post appeared this morning. It was there when I looked in around 6.15am, hours after the event, so I didn't ignore it, just couldn't reply. Same as the one about how I know when OH needs medical attention and how much I loved Ray's colour scheme. I couldn't get those back hon Rage

    Oh, the film's called The Substance - a body shock horror starring Demi Moore, who doesn't look much like she used to xxx

  • Oooh grrrr! Well at least if you saw the street post you get the gist.

    To whom do I direct a pithy post about the state of play here do you suppose?

    Not seen that film. Started to watch Whisper Man but gave up as needed to lie down.

    Cheers

  • I'll check out Whisper Man.ThumbsupThe Substance has proved a decent watch but doesn't warrant a second viewing - that's my critique.

    I assume getting in touch with a mod about the hamsters might be the best way hon xxx

  • Ooh just having a nosey about film .. 21,000 litres of theatrical blood!

    Are you sure that was enough? Joy

    Cheers