Hi all,
Been having a little break from posting but still been checking in, it's just so sad sometimes.
So sorry Jennie about your new tumour, so glad to hear it's been removed and you are on the mend.
CB, Andy and Bob so nice to hear you are all doing so well after your operations and you have even had holidays, may it long continue.
I think about Dean so often, he had such a positive attitude and was a great friend to me.
Tony my hubby starts 2nd line chemo next Friday, he will be having paclitaxel every week for three weeks and then one week off, he is dreading the side effects so back on the rollercoaster again.
He has endured so much last year but I am so thankful he is still here, we have just gone over a year since diagnosis.
New Year new fight, let's hope 2025 is kinder to us all
Angie
What a weird coincidence. I too was attacked by a dog in August when recovering from surgery. Gave me some extra scars on my legs to add to the surgery ones. Even made the local paper and I had visits from the police too. Had to get the worlds dressed (fortunately one of our friends is a district nurse) and got a tetanus jab too. Like you say, just what I needed!!! CB
Hi Lorraine,
Yes, I’m doing okay thanks. Rough night last night with reflux but that’s just something I have to put up with. Hope Rod recovers from his dog attack okay. It’s pretty scary when it happens and has made me more wary of dogs running towards me. Hope you still manage to get away on your ski trip or, if not that, then somewhere else. Having nice things to look forward to is so important when you’re dealing with all the many “challenges” that this journey provides. My wife and I have booked two nights in a lighthouse from tomorrow so we are looking forward to that. Take care, CB
Reflux is horrible anytime but for it to become a regular part of life must get you down at times. However, like you say, having those little treats to look forward to keep us all going. I've become quite wary of dogs too since last May. I was bowled over by a Dalmatian and broke my wrist. Plate, screws and wires now holding it all together. The surgeon said it was like trying to fix together cottage cheese. A lighthouse stay sounds very romantic. Hoping you have a lovely escape.
Just read this. I hope Rod is ok and you are able to go on your trip xx
Hi Lorraine,
Dad is doing well at the moment thank you. We pray daily for it to stay this way. Dad had his first (2nd line chemo) Friday and so far apart from being a bit tired no other real side effects which we are all so relieved about.
Friday was a long day, we had a 2 hour delay before treatment started as they were short staffed. Waiting room was packed and we were all in masks. It's crazy really as surely you would think they would call patients to ask them to come in later if they know they are running late instead of waiting with everyone with us all hearing masks... anyway we got there in the end and left at 5.40pm!
Round 2 this Friday and it's a early appointment so hopefully they won't be that far behind at that time.
Are you all set for your skiing trip?
Kayleigh x
Hi lozza, cb. Christ not surprised there were big swears, it's just something you could have done without, hope it's healing at least, and trip still on the cards.
I had a wobble about going home tomorrow, the amount of stuff my body has taken and how achy I feel, but at least I could sleep, get my meds in line. And hopefully us as a couple will be better.
Got couple of lovely looking hickeys on my neck, quality, and tasteful, trying to get some rest but although us lot on the ward are quiet, staff seem to be having a catch up meeting nearby. It was only 8pm but felt like it was 4am.
I did bring an eye mask. But as they were brand new and a gift from a friend back i. The breast cancer days. And only used at home forgot they say very clearly f**k on one eye. Off on the other. Straight back in the overnight bag gods sake
Kayles hope your dad's doing OK x
x thinking of you all x jules
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