Awake and up all night

Helen, I think I'm going slightly crackers.  I'm blaming it on the weather of course.  Well, all this talk of 'food' has reminded me I'd better make a start on the tea.  I doubt broccoli will be bubbling away in the pan.  Ttfn folks xxx

Waiting for 1 appointment and 2 come along.. PetCT Friday and meeting the consultant on Monday..  

Good luck with the scan and meeting Chloe. xxx

Thank you, how are you both doing today? Have you been upto much? Xx 

Not a lot lass, just doing the usual stuff and faffing about in between.  My fella's almost over his chest infection and slept a lot.  It's a whirlwind of excitement here in West Yorkshire - there just aren't enough hours in the day!

How about yourself; good day at work?  xxx

Work was great, tomorrow may be a little uneasy though, I’ve only told my HR manager about my news just because of appointments and things but tomorrow I think I’m going to sit and tell my actual manager.. she means well but she can be a bit ott and in your face and I’m really not a fan of that kind of thing, my HR manager offered to do it for me or be with me if I want to do it myself when I’m ready. I’m trying to keep as much to myself as I can at least until I have the full picture… I’m hoping then to go as long as I can before I tell anyone else if at all.. we’ve had some nice weather over this way today, really glad your fellas on the mend.. hope you are ok too xx 

Yes, I'm fine and if I didn't know better, I'd be thinking he's got narcolepsy he kips that much!  But thank you for asking xx

I think you're doing the right thing, keeping it on the down low.  The last thing you need is your workmates feeling sorry for you or not knowing what to say.  It's a bit of a tough decision as people react differently, and an uneasy, albeit unintentional, atmosphere could come about.  If it was me, I'd say as little as possible until the time was right.  But only you can decide as you know your workmates best.  Has your OH given you any advice?

And yes, it's been sunny here but starting to feel a bit on the warm side.  Hugs xxx

Hi Gill, Who bought the treats for the Treat Tin and do you share it with anyone?

Hi Chloe, Well that’s better than waiting for ages for one to come through! At least you know it will be all done over the weekend! Hope both turn out positive for you!

I agree with Gill about keeping it to yourself for as long as possible. Whether they realise it or not, people definitely treat you differently. I have a neighbour who was a friend while our children were growing up and after I told her, she used to cross the road when she saw me coming. Also I had made the mistake of telling her my prognosis (5-7months) and as the years have gone by, she decided I lied about the cancer to get sympathy! Yeh right… as if! You don’t know how people will act and the ones you expect to be OTT can be the very ones who stick by you as others fade into the background! The decision can only be made by you, so please give it serious consideration!