Lovely morning chit chat March 2026

Morning Lee, I have no hospice near me so never had any contact. Our closest ones would be either Aberdeen or Inverness. We do have a rather lovely palliative care unit in Elgin, which has drop in coffee meetings and targeted care. Patrick’s article link was very informative and I found myself agreeing with a lot that was said in it. We are a rather specific group when all is said and done. The hospices do provide different services here. Our day unit provides group sessions, treatments like massage, reflexology, aromatherapy etc. My favourite is Reiki, it is so relaxing. Maybe that is something you would enjoy? Love from 

Angie and Her Highness

Hiya Stella, goodness me you have had a busy weekend. Glad you did get some enjoyment as well. Your daffodils are very pretty. They do make one smile and look forward to warmer days to come. Just thought about Stacy and hope she is ok. Maybe we hear some update soon. Give Winston a big hug from Lilly and have a nice rest of the day

Angie and Lilly xxx 

Hi lee

I have attended a 8 week living well program at my local hospice. It is a tranquil and relaxing space. I enjoyed my time there. Maybe they have similar programs for you? 

My hair is growing back more since the operation. It is still short but requires regular maintenance now. I do rather like my wigs as they have much nicer style and colour. 

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Hi Angie and Lilly

It is still warm and sunny here so went for a long walk this morning. I have spotted a wood pecker so was quite excited by that. 

I saw Stacy has reacted to some comments. Hope she is recovering well and will be home soon.

Lots of hugs to everyone xx

Hi Stacy,

so delighted to see you have reacted to some posts. Just sending you this wee message to say that we have been thinking of you a lot over the last wee while. Just keep on recovering and we hear from you whenever you feel you are ready. Big hug and love across the ocean to you 

Angie and Lilly xxx 

Hello everyone,

I’m truly sorry that no one in my family gave an update on how I was doing, myself included. Today marks the one month anniversary of my surgery, and wanted to finally share an update, and give everyone the deepest thank you that I can give for keeping me in your thoughts and prayers.

The surgery was successful in removing the tumor which is good news moving forward, except now I have so many other challenges facing me daily. I’ve cried so much in the past month, that you would think I wouldn’t have any tears left in me.

I’ve been bedridden this entire time as my incisions are still healing in two different stubborn spots with the help of wound vacs. It’s just a slow process that takes time and patience, and it’s been really hard on me and my family since it's delaying my overall recovery. I need to heal before they can start the fitting process for a temporary prosthesis that will help me to sit up without the bed supporting my back, as well as reducing pressure that can cause more pain and additional health issues for me. I’ve mostly been on my back, and sides which has been a tough adjustment while managing the pain.

Back in high school when I agreed to my first amputation, the rare hemipelvectomy, I joined 1% of all amputees who have had that surgery and learned to adjust and overcome those challenges, and was so thankful to make some amazing friendships with others. However with the hemicorporectomy there isn’t even a percentage of people who have survived this amputation, there’s only a small group of us around the entire world. Other than the vlogger that has chosen to share and educate people with his personal journey on YouTube, most want to keep a private life and focus on their health which is where I’m currently at mentally with this journey. This past week my surgeons have put me in touch with another woman in California that went through this surgery years ago, she’s only 8 years older than me, and has been a huge blessing for me and my family. She has helped me to break out of my shell a little, and it’s helped me to reach out to my friends that I haven’t been in touch with since before the surgery. I’ve only allowed two of my friends to visit me, and that was hard on all of us.

Despite the new health challenges and increased depression, I don’t regret my decision, but there is some small part of me that wishes I made a different choice. It's something that I can't dwell on otherwise I will come to regret it as time passes.

That’s all I have for now, but again I want to thank you all for the continued thoughts and prayers during the past month, that means more to me than you can begin to imagine. I’m sorry you had to wait so long for an update. I missed everyone so much, and I loved seeing the flowers and cats as I read through the past posts this morning that I missed. One thing that made me smile this morning, and that’s incredibly rare for me these days, is knowing that this forum is under the watchful eyes of King Winston and his two queens, Queen Lilly and Queen Faith. It’s truly the little things that bring us joy in life, and those things always need to be cherished. I’m going to try and be more active on here again, but unfortunately I have way more bad days than good, but being more social again is something I desperately need in my life right now.

Sending my love,

~Stacy

That's hilarious! Thank you! 

Hi Stacy

Delighted to hear from you. You have done so well to post after your massive operation. I can’t imagine the physical and mental challenges you are facing on an hourly bases. We are all here to cheer you on. This is going to be a long winding tough road to recovery. But I believe you can do it, this too shall pass.

I am so glad you have made connection with another lady with similar operation. It must be nice to see the future you will reside and find a friend that can understand. It is also very brave for you to have 2 other friends to visit. Well done!

Sending you lots of gentle hugs 

Stella & King W the first 

Lovely to hear from you Stacy but I'm sorry you are not in a good place at the moment mentally. The adjustment and recovery phase will no doubt be exceptionally demanding and I wish you all the endurance and positivity you can muster to deal with the challenges ahead. You have got this far, may as well keep going.

Lovely to her from you Stacy. I can understand how this is having such an impact on your mental health. What a blessing to have found the lady in California and I hope her positive outcome will help to ease your dark moments. 
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