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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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Aw thank you for the new tip sweetheart, and I'll take a look really soon. Yes, I'm certain the meditation stuff had a positive effect and I liked the guy's voice too although the woman's was very soothing - I'd certainly recommend them to others here.
I'm so pleased you're getting good support at home, and we'll all be thinking of you next Tuesday, in the very capable hands of the hospital staff. When you've recovered and feeling up to it, please come back and let us know how you are my lovely. Right, I'm going to find Curious under the stars as it sounds interesting. Sleep well sweetheart and sending big hugs xxx
Just in car park que for the hospital. Then once done will get my weekend started and the birthday party we are missing, they have decided to have it our house. So will be there when we get back. So not a bad start to a weekend. Hope your all keeping well and have some nice plans to look forward to xx
Thumbs up toyour OH. Let's get this first dose done ans dusted.
Bless em, they said if they have it at home and I feel rough (which i hope not) then I can go and rest without having to travel home xx
It’s always nice to have something to look forward to, Jamie. Best wishes for treatment starting.
Sarah xx
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