Hi to all on this First day of a New Year
Firstly , just joined today , reckoned I needed to be bit more proactive and today seemed to be fitting.
I have been lurking in background last month or so reading posts , educating myself on all your experiences, emotions, tips etc.Thankyou for sharing 
.. your experiences and knowledge touch others
As title says I’m not diagnosed as yet ( will write bio later) In a bit of a No Man’s Land at moment. Had bloods ( raised tumour levels) , 2 ultrasound scans in pelvic & full stomach. Awaiting colonoscopy appointment ( supposed to be urgent) …. But I do have Colorectal Consultant appointment next week , ( appointment has been cancelled and put back 3 times but I managed to get a cancellation ) ..so will see what path that leads me down.
Been a long journey so far had colorectal problems last 2 years , was referred last April but told a good 18 month waiting list. Due to ending up in A&E with another health problem that wonderful doctor there noticed a few RED FLAGS , she took the time to listen to me and asked my permission to email appropriate health care.
As an added bonus ( that’s my sarcasm & banter) , my hubby been told he has cancer in past 10 days . ( different type) .Sooooo not been much jingle bells this year & just kinda dragging ourselves through the holiday season before telling family etc ( don’t want to waste this time of year for them)
Hi Still Game
I wanted to say hello. I joined here after my operation so I’d got through the worst. My head was all over the place before I knew the plan
Any questions just ask there’ll be someone here that has gone through it. I’ve had so much support here
Telling the family is the worst and it was really good that you managed to get through Christmas without that news plus it’s better to tell when you know what’ the plan is
Sending you a hug
Ann
Thankyou Ann you are so right regards telling news when you ave a plan . … it’s been like walking in a fog , but keeping our chins up.
Thankyou so much for welcome & wise words , and the offer of asking questions, makes me feel more comfortable , as I / we probably will 
You are Welcome. I think your description of in a fog is so apt what with Christmas and New Year you must have been on auto pilot
I was in flight or fight mode unable to do either I watched easy movies and I did my pelvic floor twice a day.
take care x
Ann
