I know that started this brilliant idea so I wanted to carry it on for her and as the forum has become a little gloomy recently as we face loosing them both soon.
So
1. daloni and dizzie outlasted their prognosis by years and I am sure proved that you can have quality of life despite doctors best guesses and we all benefited from knowing them on here.
2. I just got back from a fabulous holiday in Galicia, northern Spain. I walked more than I have for months (chemo pushed me into a wheelchair) the food and wine was fab and I met old friends and laughed a lot.
3. Macmillan have admitted that their upgrade has been a bit sh*t and are working on improving it. Hurrah for Macmillan who have admitted it didn't go well. How many organisations actually come out and say that.
I don't like to think that newbies think that we are a miserable lot, what struck me on here when I came was how much joy, laughter and living went on despite cancer.
Nicky
I could live on new pots, just mint and no gravy.
You knew I was poking you with a stick, re the student theory, I still don't think they would have passed the 11 Plus though.
Waiting for house to appear on Rightmove, promised by today but that's estate agents for you!
Now fancy a Yorkie, every time we see Monty Don's pet we are quite taken. A normal size one not a teacup.
Exciting to move house.
my sisters daughter and her friends have yorkies and they love them.
that one is very small up against the retriever Monty Don has x
Ruth
That’s nice I like to see the dogs
I will send a picture of me andnOliver on the beach a couple of days ago
Ruth
3 good things
Much better day today.
1 A physio and occupational therapist came this morning and did an assessment. They had lots of good advice & practical solutions for some of the challenges of transferring from upstairs to downstairs.
2 We collected a bath lift. Can’t believe how lightweight and user friendly it is, so looking forward to a bath in the morning
3 My hairdresser came for lunch and brought some beautiful bright pink roses. He’s worked out a way to colour my hair or more importantly to rinse colour off my hair when it’s ready for a colour.
It feels like a very productive day, but also very relaxed. Didn’t try to do too much & enjoyed the company. Ready for a glass of wine, meal and early night xx
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