AWAKE.........

Hope you all manage some sleep.

Good luck to those with appointments or treatment tomorrow xx

Cheers seaspirit44 had the procedure today, it wasn't fun but thank the Lord no abnormalities detected. I had Gas and Air I was off my head. They gave me the report with coloured photos included! !!!

Glad is beating the bugs. Sounds like a good appointment LondonLass what a good idea to have that lady to chat too. More places should have that.

Flipping heck you have some energy. I've just painted the fireplace thought that was enough after the bum camera x

This is Bertie having half an hour on the grass, getting less scared of the outdoors xxx

Hi Fruitloops,

My daughter saw consultant today with treatment plan. Told previously 1 chemo every 3 weeks, now she has 21 treatments over 7weeks[ [think 3 a week]  without a break. Has to inject daily, & both my daughters are needle phobic. Faint at the sight of cannulas & drips.

Her husband & her are in shock at the plan. She is too upset to speak about it yet. I do not know what else she has been told as she asked me to give her a day or so to come to terms with everything.

So scared for her, do not know what to say, apart from I am there for her.

At least I can start to drive & be able to take her for treatments & sit with her as often as she wants me there. I know her friends will go with her.

Feeling very teary, easier to cope when the problem is your own.

Scilly x

Good luck with the friend LondonLass.

, well done, such energy!

Snowys Mum, do like the term 'bum camera' glad all was well xx Bertie is cute x

Get rid of those bugs ! Xx

, love the huge LPs! Xx

So sorry to hear about your daughter . All too much with your own illnesses. Love to both of you  ️️️️

Wow, I try so hard to keep up with these posts, I'm beginning to think you all have a secret way of reading and replying to the posts.

Hoping all you lovely ladies are all keeping well.

Snowys Mum, I have only just seen that you went to your appointment today, I wished I'd seen your post, I had this procedure this time last year.  I was invited to go has part of the over 55 screening..... I came out with the diagnosis of Diverticulosis disease 

I would of loved explaining to you how you lie there and before you realise the screen in front of you is going to be showing the latest film!!! Agghhhh hahaha - I had looked before I realised, then the doctor was enjoying explaining it all to me.  I wasn't given any advice or guidance on what to do or not do, however, I joined a group on facebook - in a way, I am glad I know, because, I have at times had very bad stomach pains, so now knowing this, I am 'slightly prepared' - but 'on tender hooks when my tummy starts to gurgle'!  

Really pleased you have been given the 'all clear' hahaha - maybe it was the preparation hahaha.  Owww, I was told I could have gas and air, I started off with none, then as I was saying I didn't think I could take any more 'could I have the gas and air please'.... they ignored me!!!! arrrghhh

Wowwwwww how amazing are you '30 lengths' - massive well done and congratulations on this.  I love swimming, haven't been for years, maybe its something I should look into for the summer.

Dearest LondonLass, I am sorry to read about your friend.  The thing is, we expect people/friends to be the same as what we would be to them - sadly, not all the time does it turn out like this.  I have wrote on here before, since my diagnosis my 'best' friend of over 40 years totally changed and we have not spoken for over 2 years - apprentley they have 'a lot going on and will be in touch when life settles down for them'!!! - After a lot of soul searching and upset on my part....  I have decided if or when this day comes, I will be busy, not interested.

 , it makes me wonder if you have gone through the same with your friend. Its funny ow we value friendship, I always thought they would be there for me - as I certainly would be for them, its just not like this though.  Loving the 'thoughts for the day' posts jmp 

Right, I'm heading off to bed and wishing you all sweet dreams and a peaceful night. Sending love and hugs to all xxxxxx

Hi , just wanted to send you......

Sounds like you need it! 

Once you can talk to your daughter properly you will have a better understanding of what’s going on. I’m not sure what Chemo she is having as I haven’t heard of one for breast cancer that’s given over that period of sessions! 

It must be a huge shock for her as you will know and I am sure in a day or so she will be ready for a chat. As for being with her during treatment, I personally would play it by ear. Don’t be hurt if she decides she wants a friend to go with her or she wants to go alone! Just as I am sure you have tried to protect your children from your treatment, she will probably try and do the same to you. The best thing you can do is listen to what she wants and needs, even if it goes against what you want/need to do! I can imagine this is going to be a very rough and emotional time for both of you!

Just remember we are all here to listen and offer virtual hugs, whenever you need them! Together we shall help you through this. Also remember to look after yourself. You will be no use to your daughter if you allow yourself to get run down! 

Wishing your daughter all the best with her treatment! How are you getting on with yours? Xxxx