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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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Haha the dog at times is stuffed one. Some scenes if you look the dog never moves its head or body then the edit for the next scene and he suddenly moves and wags its tail. My OH moans at me as I always notice these small details lol.
I am so happy with the sofa, now we have got it in place. The 2 men that came said it will be a struggle but they could not see why the men last week didn't managed it. Just happy its in and means I can relax now before planning my return to work in 4 weeks time xx
Hi Jamie
Thank you so much for your reply.
I think it is the after shock hitting me hard. You’re so right. You’re so busy with appointments and scans, then recovery. Yiur brain deals with all that first.
my family and friends have been brilliant and they have been through it too. But nobody really understands the stress and anxiety that comes with it. You can only truly understand if you’ve been through it.
I tried to go back to work on a phased return a couple of weeks ago but only managed a few days. It’s like I’m scared to go back to a normal life. Whatever that might be.
Thanks for the link you sent too.
Aw that's fabulous to hear sweetheart. Well done you, and I'm so glad it's helped. I often wish my OH could do the same, but since his surgery left him unable to speak any conversation would be very one-sided! We try to move forward and not look back, hoping for better times - I'm sure they'll come along.
You have a lovely day and enjoy the spring sunshine hon xxx
Hi.
I’m so sorry to hear that. What an awful time for you both. Sending you love and support too.
it really does help to have another perspective.
Thank you again for your support.
And my real name is Lucie.
Tallulah is what I called tumour ! I still have a sense of humour you have to once you’ve been through an experience like this.
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