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Well done Bogey |
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Sonia must be busy! landylass (48 ) 3:18 pm, 29 Jul
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sorry guys |
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couldnt resist...:)
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On you Bogeyi xx
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Hi Paula |
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were you guys at chch hospital for some of Josh's treatment???we have a male nurse Sam from oncology down there trialing up here, wonder if you knew him???
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Yep busy resting ;o) |
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Good on ya Bogeyi - a well deserved thousy! Gotta go rous the girls - its late, they're both out-for-the-count! soniat-d (153 ) 3:40 pm, 29 Jul
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well bogey that one bought tears to my eyes |
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1000 for Ryan so good. I just don't know what to say just roll on Tuesday and get it over. Poor wee Tyler you know where he is coming from. Hugs and prayers to your whole family and that beautiful green eyed little man. xxxxxxxx
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Radiotherapy isn't so bad. I had 25 treatments last year. They put tiny tattoos on you, to mark the radiation area, & you lie with your head & shoulders in a vac-sac, in the position in which you will be radiated, then they suck the air out of it and make a mould, & you lie EXACTLY in that position in "your" mould each time you have treatment. They move you around, millimetres even, under the machine, until you are in the right spot. It only takes 10 mins a day, it took much longer than that for us to find a car park at Waikato Hospital. Yes, it can burn if you don't slather the cream on, and it makes you tired. Some people get really exhausted, but I wasn't too bad. If you do burn, they give you special manuka honey which heals. I haven't had chemo, but from the sound of it, radiotherapy is a doddle compared to that.
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icarus hugs for you. |
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These lovely ladies will help in no time. My sister had the radiation the only thing I noticed with her was she was GRUMPY but who could blame her.
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Hi joystick and dize |
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I chickened out I don't think I spend enough time on here to justify that, a couple of hours a day if I am lucky.Have got lots of gardening to do yet never got the hydrangeas done. Sorry ladies. We went for a walk down to the river it was so nice for a change.
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poor wee Lydia |
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kids are funny who knows what they are feeling. Hope she is better now. You are certainly on the run sonia. Take care.
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Farmerlloyd we paid |
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nearly 2.00 for a small swede but worth it as we love them. Happy feeding
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Thanks for that dize5. Do they supply the cream or do I have to buy some. I had six rounds of chemo and that wasn't too bad but who's to say this time it may be different. Will just have to wait till onocology appointment on the 15th. I don't feel too bad at present, quite healthy just the bothersome lumps. It is so frustrating waiting for appointments when everything depends on them but things are worse for some people. Imagine having to wait for heperin for breast cancer and that arrogant women saying there is not enough data for Pharmac to pay for it. Other countries pay for it so I'm sure it works and nobody knows that better than the women who need it. Well must away now the household are due home and there is no dinner prepared. Oh shame on me. LOL. Will call back in later before the rugby. Love and hugs to you all. Cheers icarus1989 (483 ) 4:45 pm, 29 Jul
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Radiation is a doddle. Reactions can differ too. I used very little of the cream, given on prescription, preferred to use aloe vera straight from the plant, a little bit 2-3x a day. I didn't burn, only got a slight colouring of the area. Also didn't feel tired during the treatment but felt an increase of energy after finishing. nztrader2004 (498 ) 5:11 pm, 29 Jul
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hello everyone |
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(hi Sonia, its the Bombay nut here :-o ) The hay has been collected and is now all stacked in the shed so the cows should be happy for another six weeks, then hopefully the grass will have grown. Hope Lydia has a better night tonight, those nasties always seem a lot worst in the evening for some reason and it certainly makes sleeping difficult.
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Oh give Sam my love hun, he is cool!!!! We used to sit together and chat heaps, he used to play with Josh when ever he could spare the time!! Oh thats cool, I was just asking about him when we were at Choc. They told me he had come to Auckland.
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had a wee cat nap and feel so refreshed |
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ryan had a good sleep, atg still going no reactions so far, bug has gained weight now 26kg holding to much fluid.
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will do sonia, he was on last night |
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may be on tonight, he looks a hard case we have 3 male nurses now and all fn, its good for the boys.
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Tried calling him new2 u |
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No answer, it just rang and rang... tried calling at about 4.30pm... Lydia's still miserable, not a patch on poor Ryan however, glad you got some sleep bogeyi ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 5:48 pm, 29 Jul
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poor lydia |
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i remember when i was pregnant with ryan i had an earache and the pain, i still remember it like yesterday and i was an adult, wonder how kids cope with them.....
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I paid for my aqueous cream, they told me to go to a certain chemist and it was $5 (quite cheap) for a huge pot, but some hospitals may hand it out. The Oncology specialist at the hospital gave me the manuka honey, as I had one break-through burn in the crease under my boob, just from friction. (I didn't have a mastectomy). What Sonia said about getting comfortable when having your mould made, is very important, as you are lying with your arm around the back of your head, and can get cramps in that position for 10 mins if it is not comfy. It really is a doddle.
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Aloe Vera |
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Thanks NZtrader I am a fan of aloe vera for any kind of burn. It has saved me from a lot of minor burns, no sting and no scarring. Good to know that it can be helpful.I used to have a burst of energy after chemo but then crashed on day 3-6 afterwards but had very little side effects. Just hope this time is the same. Thanks for all the help. Love to all especially those little kids. Cheers icarus1989 (483 ) 6:37 pm, 29 Jul
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oh drat drat drat,,,,,,, |
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I wonder where he was. He said he would be there until 6pm. I am sorry to hear you couldn't get hold of him. I know that he specificaly said to me that he would give me his direct number (not listed) so you could reach him immediately as 'time is always of the escence in matters like this' were his exact words, Just out of interest I phoned my mother to tell her about my visit today and she informed me that she referred someone to him early last year as their little boy hadn't been well. After his first visit he was told he had a hormonal inbalance that needed to be corrected in order for him to grow properly. (both parents are quite tall, but their son was very small for his age) He has been under treatment for 14mths now and has shot up in height and almost looks like a regular 9 year old, instead of still being extremely tiny. I will let you know how things are going for me as my treatment progresses.
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To date, (after 6mths) I now have use of my right arm again and the paralysis has almost gone. He says I should regain full use without any sign there was ever a problem. (I can't wait) its so great to be feeling like I am on the road to recovery).
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oops, typo, imbalance |
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HI Dize5 |
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I have aqueous cream it was required when I had Chemo, my skin was so dry and itchy the specialist recommended it to me. It worked a treat and I still use it now with dry skin.(One of the after effects of the chemo I am told)I have also had five major operations in the last two years so some of the problems are related to general anaesthetic, not eating etc. Glad to hear about the cream as it is not expensive and works better than some real expensive body lotions. I am a believer of manuka honey too before I got ill I worked as a nurse and it has healed bedsores in the elderly that you wouldn't believe. Thinking of you all. Cheers icarus1989 (483 ) 6:46 pm, 29 Jul
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Glad you got some rest. Yes Sam is the nurse that I first met when I walked into the Childs Cancer Ward in Chch. He was our nurse a bit. But that day I remember him vividly because he had magenta hair, not pink he told us it was Magenta!!!!! He is cool. Hope you have a good night. Take care love Paula xoxox
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Sonia |
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Poor Lydia, tell her we are sending her cuddles for her poor ears. Josh had a bad ear once an dI remember him saying to me cant they just take my ear off? Think he was about four then. Hope you all get a better nights sleep tonight too. (((((HUGS))))) xo
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HI everyone |
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Just popping in briefly. Worked til 2pm then spent the afternoon with my sons...they both flat in Chch city. Home to cook tea for extended family and now ready for bed!! Have 12 hour shift tomorrow 10-10. Need an early night.
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Bogey I hope you and Ryan |
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have a better night tonight. I feel so sad reading your posts. Poor wee Tyler too. He is doing so well. How is Kisty coping with all that is going on? It must be hard for her too. All my love to you and your beautiful family. XX
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Sonia, I hope |
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Lydia is feeling better tonight. She must have been in a lot of pain. How is everything with you? Hope the pains have eased in your chest and back. You take care....and take it easy!!!! XXX
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Icarus, I'm sorry |
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to hear you have more treatment to look forward to. I can only agree with the others about radiation. It really is a doddle after chemo. I used aloe vera gel...worked a treat on the radiation area. Only a slight trace of sunburn after my treatments finished. I think I need some of those sleeping pills. I'm okay once I get to sleep...it's just getting to that stage that is the hard part!! (((HUGS))) to you.
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hi all |
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just popping in to say gidday have had computer probs in my house so no computer. sorry to see the other thread disappeared but great this one is up and running. bogeyi good to hear u had a catch up on some sleep hugs to you and your wee man. hope josh is doing better too?? hi to sonia,maewest , landy lass sorry i miss you on the phone at mums to day:( joystik how is your treatment doing? i having some r and r this weekend. have a good nite. kiwikaz3 (10 ) 7:54 pm, 29 Jul
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Oi...where is everyone??? |
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I'm lonely here talking to myself!!! Lol! Hiya Bettyboop, Joystik, Landylass, Paula, Janet, Meridian, Farmerlloyd. There are so many people to remember now! Joystik, so pleased you are still feeling okay. What a woman!! Landylass, hope all the bugs have disappeared from your family. Bet it feels good to be home. Paula and Josh...hope you are having a good day and things are settling back to 'normal' for you all. How are Cassie's ears. Have they given her any problems? Hope not. Hope all your sheep are baaing away happily Farmerlloyd. They will be with your tender care!
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Hiya Kwikaz |
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I wondered where you had gone. Computers aye??!! Hope all is well with you and yours. Enjoy your restful weekend XX
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BOO |
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i'm here
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Hey Bogey |
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How are things going tonight? Did you get my email last night?
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yep i did thanks |
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better day no reaction so far, infusion nearly finished.
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Oh, thank goodness |
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That will make you feel better too. I do hope you both manage a bit more sleep tonight. How's the XBox going? Has Ryan been feeling well enough to use it? Are three more days of infusions? Sorry I forget.
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xbox is being used but not for long |
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tomorrow chemo and atg, mon/tues atg along with mega other drugs then wed transplant.....yahoo
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Hi all |
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Lydia has been miserable all day, poor thing. Just gone to bed. Tomorrow afternoon I'm supposed to be taking her to the Swan Lake on Ice show, so here's hoping she improves drastically overnight! My back is very niggly, and my chest painy, problem is I'm tired as - got NO sleep last night, so its an early one for me... Brent spent the afternoon doing major gardening so he's feeling sorry for himself, so he won't be much use?! *sigh* So sorry, hi everyone, but must love you and leave you, and take care of me for a bit. See you tomorrow ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:36 pm, 29 Jul
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Hiya Maewest, |
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I hope you had a nice time with your sons... you work long hours, you must be very tired, I hope you get a good sleep :) janetmk1 (39 ) 8:51 pm, 29 Jul
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sonia, kirsty went with her nana |
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on thurs and loved it...
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poor maewest being lonely |
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you are probably gone now I am here. You do work long hours don't over do it. Allblacks on soon it should be a good game.
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Bogey and sonia |
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hope you both get a goodnights sleep and the kids as well. Take care.
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night all |
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I am off to watch the rugby. Come on the allblacks.
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Hiya Boop |
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I'm back again now, but not for long. Better hit the hay soon. How's your day been?
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ok... |
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thought was going to have an early night but about an hour ago Ryan starte to feel cold, then he got the shakes........probally a reaction to the ATG but are also starting antibiotics as well.... bogeyi (484 ) 10:21 pm, 29 Jul
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Paula, Sam says HELLO I have a message |
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he said hes still waiting for his ducks.... bogeyi (484 ) 10:24 pm, 29 Jul
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Hi everyone, I've ben out socialising with some... |
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people from a church group that we know. It was a lovely evening actually and we met a few new people as well. I love people and mixing with others too, especially new people. I suppose thats why I mail out over 100 cards at christmas time each year. Sounds like you have all had a pretty busy sort of a saturday. Rugby tonight but I will listen to hear that the All Blacks again worked their magic, in the morning when I wake up. But late for me tonight - feeling a bit tired, but at least no nausea. Pleased things are better for you Ryan tonight. I was very concerned for you last night. Hope you sleep better tonight too Lydia and Sonia.....so you can enjoy your show tomorrow. joystik (285 ) 10:25 pm, 29 Jul
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To everyone else, Nite Nite, and I will see you |
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all again in the morning after a jolly good nights sleep. Hope you are still feeling well Josh, and hi to Cass, Mum and Dad too. Sleep tight and sweet dreams, Boop, Meridian, Maewest, Bogeyi and Ryan,Luke and Koen, Twinkies and Briyanna, Incarus, Farmerloyd, landylass, kiwikaz, dize, janet.onia and family, who have I missed???? No one I hope. Love to you all.......((((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:29 pm, 29 Jul
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Gee another fifty........just like that aye...... |
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soon be up to 5000 again Sonia..... joystik (285 ) 10:30 pm, 29 Jul
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You are amazing joystik |
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the way you remember everyones' names, and what each problem each. It is no wonder you flew through your Real Estate exam, as you are certainly a "people person." It is mostly thanks to you that this thread is up so high, with all your little personal notes to everyone. I take my hat off to you!!!!!
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cancer brings us into reality challenga (13 ) 11:00 pm, 29 Jul
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nite Joystik |
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I hope you sleep well :)) janetmk1 (39 ) 11:14 pm, 29 Jul
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Hi Kiwikaz... hope you are enjoying |
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your weekend childfree! Bit worried about you taking your mum back for 2-3 weeks..... just not sure what you two will get up to when you get together! Just enjoy having her there. KJ has made a miraculous recovery today... played netball this afternoon, been out to pizza place with her mates for tea and then had the house rocking with singstar. They have all just called it quits and headed home... surprising for a Sat night but great cause now I can go to bed in peace and so can she! landylass (48 ) 11:19 pm, 29 Jul
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morning, yes had a good weekend got the bugs 2 but i will survive, enjoyed going to bed when i want, ma could be lambing soon our sheep are fat. thats going to be a learning curve for a townie:) might have to get farmerloyld to give me some pointers as its up to me and mr 13 now.hubby very up and down and not really have the energy for that.you take it easy and get over your radation. :) catch up soon. and morning to you all hope you all had a nice sleep in .
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Good morning everyone , |
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This post might bump the thread to page one. Good morning Maewest, you have a long shift ahead of you today. I hope it goes smoothly. we have a very grey sky overhead at the moment. I would not be surprised if the rain is falling over Joystik's home as I type this. Good morning to you Joystik. I hope you have an enjoyable day also. farmerlloyd (24 ) 8:26 am, 30 Jul
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landylass i forgot to sign in under my user name . off to help dad and get organised to go home. I"ll keep you posted whats happening ma will be in contact i dearsay:) got my puter back on friday before i went away. miss neecy already she is such an angel. and loved catching up with us all again, thank god for special friends. :) kiwikaz3 (10 ) 8:28 am, 30 Jul
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Hi fifie, |
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Good morning to you also. Am happy to help if asked. And all my advice comes with no guarantees LOL. But it is free. I came across one local man on a small few acres who kept calling the vet to help with lambing problems !! I would happily have helped him if he had rung me. It would have saved his bank balance by lots I would think !! farmerlloyd (24 ) 8:34 am, 30 Jul
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How is it going with you today? I can only hope that you are well rested and will get through today, with little or no, drama! But you have to take each hour as it comes I know .. All the best for the rest of the day and I will call back in to check on your posts. Loving thoughts are sent to you today farmerlloyd (24 ) 8:39 am, 30 Jul
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A quick hello from me |
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I have half an hour to have a shower and get out the door. Bogey you said that Sam was in Chch oncology. Not sure but is he youngish and insists on wearing shorts under his white coat, leaving his lovely legs exposed! If so, I know who you mean. He's lovely. Have a super day everyone. Gotta fly. XXX
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Well good morning everyone :o) |
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Paulaxx, bogeyi, Landylass, Joystik, Kelsall, Maewest, Dize5, Boop2, sunbeamnz, meridian1, farmerlloyd, janetmk1, kiwikaz3, globalandworlds, yawhat, justbrowsing99, Luke and Koen, Twinkies and Briyanna, persioux, cole2, icarus1989, new2 u, fifie and the silent ones ;o). Sorry my posts have been so fleeting - this back has irked me something chronic, back pain sucks! :o/ We all had a good sleep thanks - Lydia is much more like her normal self today so looks like the show is on ;o) Hey Joystik, its a damn shame you aren't up here, our rental property has just vacated and Brent has decided to sell it (gorgeous villa with harbour views) - I would have soooo loved to give you the sale ;o) Sure hope you get the job you want. Distraction is paramount at times like this - the scrapbooking is my new distraction, pretty lame eh? Not that I've progressed far with it LOL still assembling paper supplies, pens etc etc - quite a setup cost! soniat-d (153 ) 9:26 am, 30 Jul
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Hi icarus |
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It was good to hear from you again, even though the news ain't the best - I was thinking of you this morning and wondering whether brachytherapy has been mentioned for your big lump? Just wanted to check. They told me it was a no-go for me, but I have to say I'm not letting it go, I may go for second opinion... this waiting to see if all my lumps grow or not really messes with my head - any doc who says its fine (as mine do) clearly don't have such lumps sitting inside them bothering the hell outta them :o/!!! (((((hugs))))) to you, please stay in touch on here and vent away, I hear you! Best of luck xoxoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 9:31 am, 30 Jul
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morning all |
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we had an ok night, as i posted late last night he ended up spiking a temp and getting the shakes bad, the temp ran all night just under 40, but did he complain....NO. We never went to bed till midnight (ryan sleeps on and off) and of course up and down all night. Sonia i now have that panda look... Ryans in the shower now, loves his showers all his counts are good kidneys still down.
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Hi Bogeyi |
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How's Ryan this morning - golly he's got a battle going hasn't he with all these side effects?! Poor man... the fact that Xbox isn't getting much of a look-in indicates just how bad he's feeling?! Hope you both managed some shut-eye - is there ANYTHING I can do/bring? You're only 10 mins away (and my cough is history!) soniat-d (153 ) 9:35 am, 30 Jul
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Glad you got some sleep Panda, its great he enjoys his showers - I can soo relate to that - soothes my back soooo much I stay in there for ages!?! So do they give him pamol/whatever to try and get the temp down, or is the temp a "good thing" they allow to ride out? (Does that question make sense?) soniat-d (153 ) 9:38 am, 30 Jul
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other than new eyeballs we are doing ok, thanks for asking and thinking of us. Did you see my post last night kirsty went to swan lake on ice the other day and loved it.
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all day they cycle every 4,6,8 hrs depending on what it is. We have one on one nursing as he is classed sick, i know hes really sick but hes doing better than what I thought he would of done so far....does that make sense. I tell the nurses at least he wont be into drugs when hes a teenager he will be so sick of them he wont want to try them....lol
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So true! Yes I guess you told us all the docs were saying he was going to be REALLY sick this time, so I guess we shouldn't be so disappointed. But hey, as I used to say when I was sick as during chemo, "as long as its working!" That is the goal after all?! Its amazing how little he complains - what a star trouper he is. Hey I was thinking, does he like watching DVDs when he's not up for xbox (I know he's sleeping a lot) I was just thinking we have the entire Thunderbirds series on DVD has he ever watched that? Think it'd be perfect for his age? Just a thought... Yes thanks I did see your post about Swan Lake, thats neat! Lydia is really looking forward to it, hey she soves the Swan Lake classical music, ballet, and ice skating, soooo.... seems like a sure thing to me! soniat-d (153 ) 9:50 am, 30 Jul
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"she LOVES the Swan Lake..." soniat-d (153 ) 9:52 am, 30 Jul
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Hi Maewest |
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Still got problems getting to sleep? I've found melatonin a big help, take it an hour before bed, and turn a lot of the lights off, and bam! I'm out when I hit the pillow! And that's with a sore lumpy area and back ;o) Only thing is Melatonin is quite hard to obtain - not many people sell it for some strange reason #shrugs# I know Paula got something else that induces your natural melatonin production, maybe thats an option? Sorry, just trying to help... not being able to get to sleep is a major bother! soniat-d (153 ) 9:57 am, 30 Jul
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Morning |
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Hi Sonia - been thinking of you and your rough week with backs and ears :( This will has to be a better one for you - starting right now! Hugs (((((HUGS))))) paulaxx (78 ) 10:00 am, 30 Jul
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That cracked me up ... Sam hasnt forgotten, Tell him when he comes down here they are waiting for him. Chris is out there now geting some more. How are you doing and how is Ryan this morning? Sending you lots of positive vibes xoxoxo paulaxx (78 ) 10:02 am, 30 Jul
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Hi Joystik, Landylass, Meridian, Maewest |
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Boop, Dize5, Janet, KiwiKaz, Farmerlloyd, Twinkies, Luke and anyone else Ive forgotten. Hope you are having a good weekend. Quite a yucky day here so not venturing far. Just going to stoke up the fire and then relax. This flu that I have is really taking a while to shake. Josh on the other hand is really feeling a lot better. Thanks for all your love and support. Luke and Twinkies hope your little ones are doing ok. Love and thoughts xo paulaxx (78 ) 10:05 am, 30 Jul
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Thats great that Josh is feeling so much better |
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Paula :o) Noleine asked after him again on Friday. They are thinking of him constantly also. So what is next for Josh? What's in the upcoming plans for him now he's recovering well? soniat-d (153 ) 10:11 am, 30 Jul
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but hes not watching his favourite dvds we have here (not like him) maybe because he sleeps then wakes etc but will keep it in mind. Randal just rang to check on him and was saying to him as well how I thought he would be far worse at this stage meaning sleeping al day and vomiting heaps etc. I tell him he must be one of the x-men he is so tuff in the way his body takes a battering. bogeyi (484 ) 10:19 am, 30 Jul
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At least you've got the big meeting on Friday - I find oncology meetings are usually the catalysts for renewed action. They must just be giving his body time to fully recover, guess thats better than starting something now and having to stop again for a few weeks? Guess you're keeping him in isolation to avoid any other colds etc? How does Cass like her pretty ears? I'm lost without my earrings, have amassed quite a collection lately (used to just wear the one pair over and over and over - BORING!) ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 10:54 am, 30 Jul
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You say such great things to him - you're the BEST mum :o) What a lucky man he is to have you ;o) OK I'd better get back to my girls - Brent's disappeared to the other property again *sigh* Em's dressed up as Dorothy again (mask and all today) sooooo cute. Her little immune system is going great guns (touch wood) Lydia's disappeared into her room, so off now to check she's still OK. soniat-d (153 ) 10:58 am, 30 Jul
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Yes, I have faith they know what they are doing. Cass loves her wee ears. Just so cute!!!! Just going back to bed now xoxo paulaxx (78 ) 11:50 am, 30 Jul
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I felt like blowing a rasberry on his tummy he is just so lovely please give him a big hug from me.So pleased he is doing well. xx cheers bogey you are doing so good
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landylass, farmerlloyd,meridian, janet,icarus, dize we are having a cold wet day today and I have just had friends pull up so wish you all well and have a great day.
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all keeps going well for Ryan. Glad to hear Josh better and hope you are soon too Paula. I ached all day yesterday and did nothing but got more energy today so getting food sorted for family tea tomorrow night for the Miss now 17s birthday. Just realised Mr14 is going to be in Dunedin at a mathletics competition. If I have a bad day tomorrow it might be fish & chips with yummy desserts I have made today! Good luck tomorrow Joystik with the interview. Take care everyone. landylass (48 ) 4:40 pm, 30 Jul
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performance this afternoon Sonia. Thats the worst of living in the provinces.... we get very few shows here and its always a night away to go to anything. landylass (48 ) 4:41 pm, 30 Jul
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home. Make sure you send me some photos of you and ma doing the lambing beat.... this I have to see!!!! landylass (48 ) 4:42 pm, 30 Jul
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It is still raining and yuk here today. Bogey hope ryan has a goodnight. sonia hope Lydia is feeling better and paula great Joshi is having some good days. Off to get tea.
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The show was fabulous :o) Wow! Lydia burst into spontaneous applause at all the right times, so was clearly enjoying it - and would ask things like "which one's Odille?" when each lady appeared at the prince's party etc. Yep, I know this is the benefit of living in the big smoke - shows like this at our doorstep. Cool :o) Have a good evening all, I'm tired and sore and off to make dinner. Have a good one ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 5:47 pm, 30 Jul
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I had a little mental picture of you guys at the show and wee Lydia clapping her heart out - that is so cool. Have a lovley night. :o)
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Thanks Im just giving myself some time to get over this. Joystik - thanks for the very cute email xxx Hope everyone has had a lovely weekend xo
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he fell to sleep about an hour ago, first sleep for today, body is getting used to the drugs, ATG is finished looking quite red but rash no where as bad as the first time, blood pressure is high again, and temp rising....expecting to spike tonight again. Hes in good spirits though.
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be able to get some info..just been diagnosed with breast cancer on friday 37,3 kids,going for a mastectomy with reconstruction bring on implants. That about all I know doing it all private so soon as hopefully. Anyone got any tips they can offer me? nicolaas3 (31 ) 6:59 pm, 30 Jul
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Sorry to hear of your diagnosis, you're the same age I was when I was first diagnosed - I'm now a year older... Are you sure you want to do the reconstruction straight away? Will you be having radiation? I'm glad I didn't reconstruct, as new lumps appeared and I wouldn't have realised for much longer if we'd reconstructed - just a thought. (((((hugs))))) and welcome to this thread - visit here anytime and let us know how you're getting on ;o) xoxoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 7:33 pm, 30 Jul
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Call the Cancer Society if you haven't already, they are awesome, will arrange weekly home care to help you while recovering, going through chemo etc, can provide counselling, information, massages etc etc. They'll also help you sign up for the awesome "Look Good Feel Better" course which we highly recommend :o) soniat-d (153 ) 7:36 pm, 30 Jul
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I'll pop back in later... soniat-d (153 ) 7:37 pm, 30 Jul
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Well hello everyone, what a busy day!!! And it |
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was so lovely and sunny for most of it too. I got up feeling like crap actually, sore face, jaw, shoulders, neck, top of my back and arms, just not like me at all. Decided I should get out of bed at 9am and take the 'bull by the horns' and do some stuff. Had breakfast and then made a swift decision to go to Church! Well, I thought tht was quite a reasonable thing to do on a sunday morning. It was very enjoyable - we all went, actually we have been before a few tmes and know a few that go. Got home about 12.45 and had lunch and by then was feeling heaps better, so I figure I slept a bit out of kilter or something. After lunch I did washing and a bit of house work and then into the garden, my very favourite place to be....... joystik (285 ) 9:04 pm, 30 Jul
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then planted 24 polyanthus in flower - ohh soo pretty. Then I put freisias, spraxias, and Ixias bulbs in to 2 pots for the wee deck, and also 3 lovely pink asiatic lily bulbs. It was so lovely out in the sun pottering around, I just love being in the garden. I have some asparagus and new potatoes to plant tomorrow in the tunnel house. See I have been busy....Then after dinner my friend came to see me about my job interview tomorrow. I'm going to her boss and she has already told him that she needs someone to work with her, so regardless of whether that approach works or not, I have an Interview at 11am. If that is unsuccessful, I have had another 2 positions offered too me. joystik (285 ) 9:10 pm, 30 Jul
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Nice you have the wee poppet to stay. Dont they come up with such funny things sometimes. That was one thing that I just loved, having the Barnardos kids, was all the funny wee expressions they come up with. Shame you didn't have a beautiful sunny day like here....tomorrow is going to be good too by the look of the sky now. Bit of 'wild fire' out there tonight thought. You know blue lightening?? You have it up in Hamilton??? joystik (285 ) 9:13 pm, 30 Jul
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did you get much over in Gore?? There was a shower of two in Riverton but it was beautiful , here in the afternoon, while I was busy in the garden. Hopefully it will be fabulous tomorrow too, I love these sunny spring like days, dont you?? joystik (285 ) 9:16 pm, 30 Jul
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You are just too busy to be sick!! It is just an inspiration to read how much you pack into each day. I want to wish you all the best with your interview tomorrow and am sure it will go well for you. Turned out to be a springlike day today after all. Get some good rest tonight so you wake up bright eyed tomorrow ... All the best . farmerlloyd (24 ) 9:17 pm, 30 Jul
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What is blue lightning? The weather was far too bleak in Hamilton today to do any gardening, maybe tomorrow..... All the best for your interview tomorrow, you will sail in. I think we all missed you today but glad you had a good reason for your absence here.
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Hi Paula and Josh, glad things are going pretty |
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sweet as for you guys at moment. Shame I dont have an appointment at the hospital wednesday or friday - I could have come for a visit. I think my next one will be about 15th August, for Oncology and then 17th Aug for Chemo again. Your cough is being a bit of a pain in the bum isnt it?? It must be a bad bug Paula. Hope it improves a lot this week. Has Cass got lots of different ear-rings all lined up ready to wear?? She is so cute.... joystik (285 ) 9:20 pm, 30 Jul
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thing that goes on, and on a clear night such as it is tonight, while standing out side seeing our visitors off, we saw 2 big blue flashes. Our visitors said that down here is sometimes preceeds bad weather, like a snow storm,but thats not the case tonight that I have heard. It is very pretty and bright blue and the flash can last a second or more. I love being out in the dark watching the satelites tracking backwards and forwards across the night sky. Most interesting. Have you ever seen Blue lightening Dize??? joystik (285 ) 9:30 pm, 30 Jul
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time at the show. Obviously something that really takes her fancy. Lucky like you say to have great shows like that so handy that you can go to them. Most thing like that here would only come to Christchurch or Dunedin. Christchurch is about 7 or 8 hours drive and Dunedin about 3 I suppose. Hope your back shows a much bigger improvement during the week. But you will have to be careful with it too and not over do things and no more falling over etc, OK?? joystik (285 ) 9:38 pm, 30 Jul
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market a property such as yours up there. Do you have a pic you can post of it? Hopefully you will engage a good salesperson that will achieve the desired result, price wise, in no time for you. Have property prices firmed a bit up there now or still rising?? They are still rising here, but a long way to go to get to Auckland levels. Still a great place in New Zealand to live though. All I have to do just now is, secue me a good position with a good Company and then start working to provide that 'distraction' that you talk about. I hear you Sonia and know exatly what you mean. Once your life has been bruised by Cancer, things take on a whole new meaning don't they..... joystik (285 ) 9:43 pm, 30 Jul
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sunrise or sunset for that mattter. I think its just lovely for children to be interested and shown beautiful nutural things like that. joystik (285 ) 9:45 pm, 30 Jul
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no reaction so far waiting to see if there will be any temp, had a sore tummy tonight so they said it could be mucusitis and it may not be.Not in any pain just drowzy watching TV. Joystik we love siting in the spa looking for satalites
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always a worry at this hour of the night. Takes ages to answer sometime too ad seems like its been going 10 minutes, but it never does go that long. The siren is very close to here so it always wakes you up in the night. Its stopped now.....thank goodness..... joystik (285 ) 9:47 pm, 30 Jul
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round everyone tonight isnt it. Pleased its going a little better so far for Ryan. Just loved the pics of him, he looks so good for what he's going through. He's got a good attitude and the RIGHT attitude to get himself through this thing. Haven't stopped thinking about you guys all day and could still just picture Ryan, sitting on the stool in the shower with the water running over him. Sounds relaxing actually,but very much relief for him. The night sky is a brilliant work of art aye?? Doesn't take very long to spot a sattelite of 10 does it?? joystik (285 ) 9:54 pm, 30 Jul
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ever today? I thought I wasn't going to either, but I feel good again now. Hope the birthday dinner went off a treat. How did the maths competition go? Did he vome home victorious? Is it between competing colleges?? I remember those competitions when Lauren was at Intermediate. Mr Tuffey was a great one and getting them all going into all those things. Laurens greatest achievement was probably a place in the science fair. Shes more of a 'hands on ' kid. She thinks she might like to persue a career as a Chef or a Florist! There's time yet. Hope tomorrow see's you feeling much better..... joystik (285 ) 9:59 pm, 30 Jul
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We used to spend ages when we were kid doing stuff like that, but then I suppose there wasn't all the other entertainment laid on way back then, so you found pleasures in the simple things in life, that were put there for us all to enjoy. It was lovely up at Glenorchy at Christmas, out on the boat on Lake Wakatipu, just waiting for it to get dark enough to even see the stars and planets, and satelites. Darkness comes very late i mid summer down here doesnt it?? joystik (285 ) 10:03 pm, 30 Jul
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time stuff as you travel too and from your work. You seem to leave in the dark and arrive back home when its still dark. Wont be for much longer though. The sun didnt set here til almost 5.30 tonight....YAY nearly spring. One of my Golden Hope Cancer Society daffodils will be out in bloom tomorrow, so it must be spring aye?? Hope you have had a good day anyway Maewest, and have sent all the taxi's to the correct locations. You busy little bee!! See you tomorrow.... joystik (285 ) 10:06 pm, 30 Jul
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would probably enjoy the wee drink anyway. Nice for you to have a quiet day with your visitors though. Did you see Ray and Sherri yet? I havent heard from her so dont know what shes up too, but I've just got this feeling they might just arrive up over your way, for GOOD! She really hates Christchurch, well the weather at least. Have a good sleep and see you tomorrow sometime too..... joystik (285 ) 10:09 pm, 30 Jul
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Sorry to see you got some bugs too, but like you say you will survive! I dont think mothers are supposed to get sick are they. I know with me, before I got this cancer thing, I had only had one day in bed in 14 years, so I consider that pretty good, for a country bird like me!! Hope your hubby has a good week this week and you and the kids too. Take care and keep up the good work...... joystik (285 ) 10:14 pm, 30 Jul
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then she has to drive back out of the city to Rangiora or Wiapara or somewhere out there. You have a good sleep and a good day tomorrow too..... joystik (285 ) 10:16 pm, 30 Jul
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the day off the board aye? Hope you have been having a big relax and doing something you enjoy. Maybe I will catch you tomorrow. joystik (285 ) 10:17 pm, 30 Jul
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keeping you busy and off the messageboard. I've been thinking about you both and your little children, and wondering how its all going for you all. Hope to hear really good news real soon. Love to you all...... joystik (285 ) 10:19 pm, 30 Jul
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where I was in March this year. I have since had a Bi-lateral Mastectomy, without reconstruction! I also had lymph node removal at the same time and 10 of 16 lymph nodes were already involved with cancer. I am now halfay through my 6 treatments of Chemotherapy, (FEC) and then will have I think 3 weeks of Radio therapy, followed by hormone therapy for 5 years. I have had a Mega Dose of chemo because I had a grade 3 tumor and lymph nodes, and have had virtually no side effects at all. I take a few supplements daily, and I believe that has paid a big part in my enjoying a reasonable run with these drugs. joystik (285 ) 10:24 pm, 30 Jul
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power in these situations and the more you know and can find out, the better you are equipped to fight this thing. If you want to know anything, just ask, ask and ask some more until you get the answers! I found the Cancer Society absolutely brilliant and they have the most wonderful support people there too. It is all much easier to cope with if you have plenty of support from family and friends and lots of HOPE, FAITH AND LOVE in your life. Look forward to hearing from you again, and just ask if there is anything we can help you with. Take care, stay strong, and keep you sword up and FIGHT! (((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:28 pm, 30 Jul
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I must scuttle off to bed and get some much needed beauty sleep so I am ready to face my big Interview tomorrow. I see you are all tucked up in your beds already, and me, yes, I'm last on last off again!!! Sweet dreams, sleep tight and lots of love and warm thoughts to you all. See you tomorrow....xxxxxxx joystik (285 ) 10:32 pm, 30 Jul
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Might have missed you tonight, but it has taken me AGES catch up! I haven't been on since Friday, and wow - this thread has grown!!!! Anyway, good luck with your interview - but again, I don't think you will need it. Anyone who doesn't want you as part of their team would have to be MAD!!! meridian1 (300 ) 10:36 pm, 30 Jul
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How's your cough? I hope the chest infection has cleared - poor you! Good to hear the kids are doing well though. You will have to post a piccy of Cassielle with her earrings - I bet she looks adorable! Give Joshi and Cassie a hug from me please. xxxx meridian1 (300 ) 10:46 pm, 30 Jul
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Boop, Janet, Farmerllyod, Maewest, Dize, Landylass, Luke, Twinkies. Some of you I don't know well, but I wish you all the best week. I had a nice weekend. Saturday I watched my daughter play netball (she won), then had an acupuncture treatment, did some shopping (new clothes - YAY), then went to a friends cocktail party - lots of fun! Today I woke late and slowly eased into the day. My kids were at their Granny's so I did grocery shopping then picked the kids up and stayed for a while, then out to my sister's where we buried our dog on Thursday. My BIL got his hot poker machine thingy out so the kids could design and make a grave marker for her - wasn't he thoughtful!!! We had dinner cooked for us which was lovely, and then we played a few games of Buzz on Playstation. All in all a lovely weekend. I haven't checked in here for a couple of days, but I haven't stopped thinking of you all!!!! XXXXXXX meridian1 (300 ) 11:02 pm, 30 Jul
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That's good to hear!!!! As I said earlier, I hope you both have a good night, and I will check in tomorrow and see how you are. Heaps of love and positive thoughts going out to you!! xxxx meridian1 (300 ) 11:04 pm, 30 Jul
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A quick hi and bye |
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from me. Been home half an hour and has taken me that long to catch up on the posts! Good luck tomorrow Joystik. Too tired to type tonight. I will catch up with you all in the morning. My thoughts are with you and Ryan, Bogey. I hope you both get some sleep tonight. XXX maewest (79 ) 11:18 pm, 30 Jul
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Hows things all round the country this morning?? Hope you have all had a good sleep and ready for ewhat ever the day brings. I'm off to town for my Interview at 11am. Hope you had a good night Bogeyi and Ryan. Been thinking of you and everyone else too. Talk again soon..... joystik (285 ) 8:13 am, 31 Jul
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GOOD LUCK JOYSTIK............... Ryan had an ok night spiked a temp early morning but only for a couple of hours around 38.6, much better than the 39.9 the other night. Have been up an down all night with toilet stops and it started the other en last night so waiting to see if its the mucusitis or not. I feel i havent slept for days, nothing a good long shower wont fix.
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Good morning Bogey |
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Oh no!! No sleep again. You must be feeling shattered. You cannot go on for weeks like this. You need your sleep to be able to cope with what you are going through. Pleased Ryans temp hasn't gone up further this time. When will you know if it mucusitis? How is Ryan now?? (((HUGS))) to you both
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Bogeyi you deserve a massage too after that long shower??? Any chance??? Hopefully soon you may be able to spoil yourself! I know what its like though in Christchurch the hospital organised one for me and I never got there. Thinking of you this morning - hope you both have as good a day as you possibly can. Love Paula and Josh xoxo
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Hi Meridian and Maewest |
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The sun is out and shining beautifully today. Hope you have a lovely day too. love and hugs to you
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Hope the interview goes well, just between us on here, you know after meeting Joystik ...I think Heather could sell eggs to a chicken so she is going to do so well at this real estate!! Love to you and looking forward to hearing how it all goes xxxx
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Hope you have a lovely time with your friend today and the girls are both well and happy. xxoxoxoxoxo paulaxx (78 ) 10:01 am, 31 Jul
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always knew cancer sucked |
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lost my Dad and both inlaws to this monster and now have lost a great workmate and friend. She battled and thought she'd won after being diagnozed in 2001, only to find it'd come back in April this year. We work in Aged Care so loss of life or illness isnt something new but damn when its your workmate, 49yr old mother of teenagers and the sort of person who had so much positivity, humour and courage it sucks big time.
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Thats so sad - (((((hugs))))) to you paulaxx (78 ) 10:18 am, 31 Jul
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thanks paula |
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didnt expect a hug lol but ty anyway. Yesterday at work started out fine, Jenny was off the roster until next Monday, she was so determined to get back to work, none of us could raise a smile all day after finding out and the paitents were trying to cheer us up (not realising what had happened). Just so many emotions I guess, such a nice person, losing a workmate instead of a paitent, which is the norm, seeing ourselves in same situation and probably the last being that she arrested in ambo and husband was asked 'should we shouldnt we'? Husband told them to let her go, that was what she'd have wanted (couldnt imagine my husband being capable of making that decision in a few seconds). Jenny had breast cancer, none of us knew but she'd found out Friday she had a brain tumour as well. So I guess, after knowing what she was like, if it had to happen, then quickly wouldve been the way but still - damnit. Sorry for negativity to anyone coping with this monster disease. Some win some dont.
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Good morning Paula |
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How are you feeling now? Is that cough still nagging away? How is Josh today? Think about you heaps.(((HUGS))) XXX Minx3..that is so sad about your friend. This monster just doesn't discriminate! It is so prevalent...it's scary. I now know so many lovely people who are all fighting away, but who are all so positive. (((HUGS))) to you. maewest (79 ) 10:31 am, 31 Jul
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Minx3 who knows |
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what is around the corner for any of us, cancer sufferers or not. We just have to embrace life and make the most of the time we have on this earth. Work will be strange without your friend. I too lost a work colleague and friend suddenly a few weeks ago. maewest (79 ) 10:35 am, 31 Jul
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Aw minx3 and maewest |
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I'm so sorry for both of your losses. Big (((hugss))) to you both. meridian1 (300 ) 10:38 am, 31 Jul
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Hi Maewest |
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Think I am on the mend. Thanks so much. Josh is still coughing a lot. Phoned the hospital and no blood tests till Wednesday. He will have some chemo then and maybe start on the other orals again. Thanks for thinking of us xo paulaxx (78 ) 10:39 am, 31 Jul
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Paula I'm pleased |
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that you are feeling better. Did the antibiotics make any difference to Josh? Boy those coughs have been lingering on for a while. Poor Josh (and you!) back into it on Wednesday. Will they still carry on even though he is still coughing? maewest (79 ) 10:45 am, 31 Jul
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Thanks Meridian |
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He didn't have cancer, but was only 37. A long story but in the end he had a brain aneurism. Has left a big gap at work. Only have a small staff. They have replaced him now and life is settling down again....it's just different. maewest (79 ) 10:48 am, 31 Jul
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I know these jolly coughs are hanging on... I assume they will carry on, when I phoned this morning I asked if he needed a blood test prior to Wednesdays chemo and no he doesnt as this chemo doesnt really affect blood counts. So he will have a test on Wednesday and we will see if its all go for the continuation of the other drugs. They will consider the cough again when they see him no doubt? Is today a day off for you? paulaxx (78 ) 10:49 am, 31 Jul
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Paula it just seems |
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odd to me that they will carry on with the treatment when he is not well. Let's hope you both wake up one morning and the coughs are gone...maybe tomorrow??? No, work today. 2-10pm, but then have 3 days off. Looking forward to getting out in the garden, pruning roses etc. There is so much to do out there I don't know where to start!! Beautiful day today..hopefully it will be the same tomorrow. maewest (79 ) 10:59 am, 31 Jul
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Thanks so much, enjoy your time paulaxx (78 ) 11:10 am, 31 Jul
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Afternoon All!!! |
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Have been extremely busy & just had time to drop in and catch up on your busy lives. Sonia, I hope your back is feeling better and huge (((HUGS))) for Ryan, I hope you're feeling a little better. The photos broke my heart but what a trooper. Bogeyi, you are one fantastically strong Mum, sending you all the strength & love to get through this, you are not alone! Sending warm fuzzies to all and strength to fight the Monster! Have a great day! XOXOXOX
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Had a great catch up with Nathalie this morning, like 6 years had just disappeeared, but not if you know what I mean. We've couaght up a few other times in last 6 years, but anyway, always seems like way back when. Lydia's home today, was all weepy this morning and not hearing well, so decided to keep her home. She played computer game while Nat was here. Emily's in fine form :o) My back is nasty, only a few hours to go *sigh*... soniat-d (153 ) 12:40 pm, 31 Jul
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Don't know if this is a stupid question, but could Randall step in for a night so you can get a decent nights sleep at home? Don't need you getting sick from exhaustion my sweet... (((((hugs))))) xoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 12:43 pm, 31 Jul
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So sorry, must finish now, sorry to be so fleeting. Weathers awful here, definately an indoors day... soniat-d (153 ) 12:44 pm, 31 Jul
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hi guys.........Ryans really good today |
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sitting up eating lollies and pringles, even had breakfast. Yep Randal does do nights but at this moment and time I prefer to be here, I wouldn't be able to sleep at home....We tend to swap nights when hes better, when hes sick he wants Mum.Feel good had a long shower just takes longer to wake up.
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Paula, Chris, Josh & Cass thank you |
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our parcel arrived today Ryan was excited, He just loved the watch and those skeleton soaps, we are going to play with the other 2 games soon, and chocolate yum. Will give kirsty and Tyler theres tomorrow when I see them. Josh.....Ryan loved the card, he said to me wow mum josh has neat hand writing an thought the picture was awesome. I hope to one day you guys can play on xbox. When Ryan was playing with the watch I could see his brain ticking on how hes going to trick the nurses....lol Paula have put some pics for you and everyone else on photobucket, i hope you guys can check it when ever you want, can someone let me know if thats possible or do i need to invite you each time.
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Hi Bogeyi |
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I just checked and can veiw the new photos in photobucket. Ryan looks soooo rapt. What a lovely surprise for him - he sure deserves nice surprises!!! Glad you are feeling a bit better Bogeyi - I do hope you get a chance to have a decent sleep tonight. I had better go now, I have sleeping boys who are just about due to wake up. Hi everyone *waves* meridian1 (300 ) 3:10 pm, 31 Jul
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Paula Josh and Cass :o) |
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We just received our parcel too! The girls are rapt - Lydia's holding on tight to the hair things and playing away with them, Emily's holding onto her packet and refuses to open it "No, like it like this!" lol - sooo cute. Lovely book too - thanks so much cute poems etc too you're such a honey :o) Not at all necessary but a wonderful surprise on this gloomy day ;o) Thanks Paula xoxoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 3:22 pm, 31 Jul
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today Bogeyi :o) That makes my day :o) soniat-d (153 ) 3:24 pm, 31 Jul
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sonia talk aboy gloomy alright |
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Hi afternoon all |
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Just popped in busy day today, weather is beautiful so doing washing (winter woolies), airing house etc. Had birthday dinner last night for grand daughter, great night out but paying today. Have to shoot away have CT at 4.45 today to check up on lumps. Take care all and be safe until we talk again. Hugs to all fighting this monster. Keep up the fight. Won't be long and we will be back to the 5000. Cheers icarus1989 (483 ) 3:27 pm, 31 Jul
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Back is killing me owwwweeee! Can't wait till appointment... The miracle worker - will definately take more care on stairs from now on :o/!!! soniat-d (153 ) 3:27 pm, 31 Jul
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Threads doing great. Excellent group on here now - hugs to you ALL :o) soniat-d (153 ) 3:28 pm, 31 Jul
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There are two people in the wellington area that do the VitC infusions... Dr Mark Austin, 11 Hector St, Petone ph 04 939 1299 and Tessa Jones, Karanga Clinic, 116 Owen Street, Newtown 04 389 0800. If they are too far away from you, call them and see if they know anyone closer, these two are the only ones in your wider area according to my crowd, but there could be others they don't know about. Another word for this is "chelation" btw. Good luck ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 3:54 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Sonia and Bogeyi |
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YAY - you got them I was just saying to mum I posted them on Thursday and wonder where they are? Thats so good and you are soooooooo welcome. Love and hugs to you xoxoxoxo Just going to check out the photos bogeyi
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Oh Bogeyi |
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Josh and I have tears in our eyes looking at those fabulous photos. They just made our day!!! Thank you xoxoxoxo
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Thanks for that Sonia, I know Dr Austin, just never realised he did them. :)) janetmk1 (39 ) 5:04 pm, 31 Jul
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ears. She was pulling such funny faces I think these two are ok, not very clear of the wee purple sparkly studs... http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f337/riddle1/100_0796.jpg http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f337/riddle1/100_0792.jpg
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Just thinking about Emily holding on to her packet, how gorgeous. Glad Lydia liked hers too, children are so precious. Thinking of you and your poor back xxxx
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What a gorgeous wee poppet you have! meridian1 (300 ) 5:16 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi all :o) |
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Well I really did stuff my back with that fall. Upper and lower!?! Gotta have physio and more manipulation etc - hope it fixes by Fiji - still sore now, but different. Off for pain killers... Hope you're all having a good evening :o) soniat-d (153 ) 5:38 pm, 31 Jul
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ears......lol Just have to say thank you again. Ryan is eating mashed potato and eye fillet steak..
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She looking tickled pink with it all :o) Thanks for posting them :o) PS Em's opened her packet now too! soniat-d (153 ) 5:57 pm, 31 Jul
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"hugs and prayers for you all" Cheers Trish
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So how is everyone tonight? I'm a lot more comfortable now, so either the manipulation or the pain killers worked (or both?) - guess I'll know in a few hours ;o) Got first massage tomorrow just after midday. Vit C in the morning. soniat-d (153 ) 8:00 pm, 31 Jul
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Is Ryan still doing well? Hopefully you'll get a decent sleep tonight, we hope :o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:01 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Joystik |
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So how has your days gone? Any more news on the job front? I don't have any pics of the house yet, but will post some later - fair bit of work to be done first - Brents even planning to install HRV system in it?! Anyway, glad to hear you had so much fun gardening the other day, sounds great - mine needs some TLC toute suite LOL When to find the time? soniat-d (153 ) 8:03 pm, 31 Jul
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So the chemos back on eh? Thats good from a "getting things going again" perspective. Hope he rides it out OK and that all goes well. Give him a big hug from me? soniat-d (153 ) 8:05 pm, 31 Jul
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that I scored the hundy LOL. OK its bathtime, gotta go! soniat-d (153 ) 8:06 pm, 31 Jul
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he is happy, has eaten, has cheek back in him.....Paula, Josh you should see him with that watch he is so funny, hes hiding it under the sheets waiting for our nurse marcus to come in.
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Hi sonia and all and hi Janet |
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sonia gave very good info there.. also Tessa Jones is a wonderful doctor to see as well as she has a lot of other services on site... missbehave (35 ) 8:20 pm, 31 Jul
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you liked the pics of Cass. Bogey isnt that wonderful Ryan is eating! I wish I could see the look on the nurses face when he uses the watch - lol. Glad it made him smile - that means the world to me. Hope you are having some chocolate tonight and relaxing a bit xoxoxo
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Hi Sonia |
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Your poor back! Hope those pain killers kick in and give you some relief. How are Lydias ears? Take care xo
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Her hearing isn't up to par - definately still filled with fluid, but planning to send her to school tomorrow ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:30 pm, 31 Jul
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You are still in my opinion one of the most amazing ladies I have ever known. You are inspirational and so kind and giving. thanks for the hugs for Josh here are some for you (((((hugs))))) have a nice night. xo
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Puts a smile on my face, he's a great kid :o) OK its storytime now...cu all later... soniat-d (153 ) 8:31 pm, 31 Jul
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Awwww shux Paula Thanks :o) |
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Not sure if I deserve THAT title LOL but thanks so much - makes my day, just like your lovely parcel did - bless you, you're so awesome too :o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:33 pm, 31 Jul
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Well both girls were in fine form tonight |
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Absolute angels :o) I just realised I haven't finished the Massey Research questionnaire (buried o this desk?! So better go finish that while pain free ;o) Have a nive evening all, sorry to those I've missed - I'll catch you all later xoxoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 9:07 pm, 31 Jul
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all about her job interview. I trust that the reason she is not here telling all her M.B. friends about it, is that she out having a celebration dinner with Kevin. Come on, joystik, tell us all.
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paula i dont think its gone through |
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Well hello everyone, what a busy day!!! And now |
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everyone has gone to bed and I've just arrived. Wow the interview was very long, almost 1hr 30 minutes. He asked lots of questions about why I wanted to be in Real Estate, and what I could offer to the Industry,What are my strengths, weekness's, etc. Then I had to fill out a questionaire thing that goes to an anaylist person in Hamilton to see if I fit the profile of what they want in their Office. The Principal that interviewed me was very good and said that He was pleased with me but I have to wait until Wednesday to see if he's going to employ me or not!! Seems like ages to wait but it will go quickly hopefully. My friend, who works for the same firm, took us for lunch afterwards, and said that the Principal told her I was very good, so here's hoping it leads to a good position of employment with them.... Sorry to keep you all in suspense all day ladies, and thanks for all you good wishes and support...... joystik (285 ) 10:09 pm, 31 Jul
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been away. I see over 1200 already! Where are you tonight Boop? Probably watching the Ferns winning the Netball. It was rather a thrashing wasn't it? Maewest, I see you've got some days off starting tomorrow. Got anything planned while you dont have to work? Nearly whitebaiting season again - do you do that? We might all end up at Boops as soon as the season starts. Hi Cole, nice to see you again. Hope all is well with you and yours, and you too Trishm, thanks so much for popping in and posting. Its always lovely to see you all....Take care and sleep well.....((((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:14 pm, 31 Jul
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Hows things up there? So lovely to see Ryans pics and see him looking soo jolly good. He's just the bestest little kid - just like others have said, a real little trouper Bogeyi. You must be very proud of him. Makes me cry to even think of what he's going through, and you too.....Hope he's still feeling well tonight and manages a good nights sleep. Actually that would be good for you too about now wouldn't it??((((HUGS))))) to you both..... joystik (285 ) 10:18 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Paula and Josh , those pics of wee Cass are |
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so cheeky. What a wee doll she is. I think those kids are quite alike, especailly their smile - its just gorgeous. She is so cute showing off her ear-rings. I remember when Lauren had hers done and was always wanting to put different ear-rings in! You have all that to look forward too, but its fun. So Josh is back to chemo again on wednesday?? Will be thinking of you and wish you luck for that. Its been a while since hasn't it. The time has gone so fast though. I better go to bed, so will see you tomorrow, Take care and love to you all too (((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:22 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Dize, no I wasn't out celebrating tonight, just |
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busy doing what I didnt do all day, while I was out having lunch after the interview! The work just waits til you arrive back to do it, doesn't it? There wasn't much to do, but I seemed to make it last half the night. Have to wait til wednesday to find out if I have got the job....bit tough don't you think?? Hope you have a good sleep tonight and sweet dreams. No star gazing tonight....its raining.... joystik (285 ) 10:27 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Sonia, glad you had a lovely visit with your |
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friend. I have several friends that I dont hear from a lot, but every few years they come back into my life like they have never been away and its so nice. Thats just awful about your back....yoouuuucccchhhh!!! Hope its back to super fit by the time you go to Fiji. Thats only 12 days away now isnt it?? Hope your wee dolls feel lots better tomorrow too, well Lydia especially with her ears. Thats not nice either... ((((HUGS))))) to you all and see you tomorrow.... joystik (285 ) 10:30 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Icarus, hope all went well with your scan. I |
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was thinking about you and wish you well for what ever has to happen next with your treatment. It always awful waiting for results and appointments etc, but we are all here and thinking about you. joystik (285 ) 10:32 pm, 31 Jul
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Hi Minx3, I read your posts and cried for you and |
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your friend. That was so sad and made awful reading, but sadly is something that does happen sometimes with this monster. It happened to my Mum, and lots of other people I know unfortunately. Just be there for your friends family and take care of yourself......love and (((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:35 pm, 31 Jul
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You have probably been and gone before I got here, seeing as I was so late. We had really heavy rain tonight, but it is clearing again just now. It was such a lovely warm nor west day and is supposed to be again tomorrow. I see there are quite a few more lambs around tody and calves too, so it must be spring. Hi missbehave, thanks for posting and your good wishes. Always nice to see others posting on here. Hi Landylass. Where are you today? Hope all is well wiht you and the kids have got over all their bugs. I guess you are busy taking advantage of the sunny warm day. Love to you all and Nite Nite..... joystik (285 ) 10:40 pm, 31 Jul
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before heading to bed. Yay 3 days off now. Bogey, so pleased Ryan has perked up tonight..long may it continue. Loved your pics. That watch will keep him and the nurses entertained for hours I would think!Sleep tight XXX maewest (79 ) 11:26 pm, 31 Jul
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everyone else. Joystik, glad your interview went okay. Boy what a long one! Only one more sleep after tonight until you hear. We all know that waiting is the hardest part!!! Sonia I do hope your poor back is feeling better in the morning. That fall certainly wouldn't have done it any good! Love to all XXX maewest (79 ) 11:29 pm, 31 Jul
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I will have to catch up in the morning but will introduce myself now. My name is Birgitta I am 44 mother of a beautiful 4 year old Julia and Johnny who died of cancer Jan 2001 aged 10 months after a 5 month battle. My own mother died aged 38 of liver cancer. I found a lump in my abdomen about a week ago, had it biopsied today and am waiting for results - can't sleep. I'm also a nurse and worked in Oncology/Haematology Auckland Hospital for about 15 years but gave up when Johnny was diagnosed. I usually hang out on TM General MB and stumbled across this by accident and have spent the last 2 hours reading. Hope you don't mind a latecomer to this amazing thread! corvette3 (1068 ) 12:17 am, 1 Aug
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and to all who are about to start their day. I had an early night Joystik as I have a dipping contractor arriving this morning and I need to be up and out quite soon. I think you deserve your sales job Heather, the time you have to wait will be over in a flash. All the best and I somehow think you will have the job!! Welcome corvette3 ! I cannot help but be thinking of you while you wait for results . You have had more than your share of sadness due to this terrible cancer. farmerlloyd (24 ) 6:14 am, 1 Aug
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Good Morning to you all. I am sorry I just haven't had the time to check if all is going to plan for you, but if so then you will only need to get through the next 24 hrs and it will be "T" day ! I hope you are getting enough sleep to carry you through . farmerlloyd (24 ) 6:17 am, 1 Aug
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Hi neighbour! Hope you are feeling a lot better by now, Paula. Antibiotics always take a day or two to kick in . Yesterday was a warm enough to be a spring day just so long as you could keep out of the wind. Say hi to Josh please.. You are in my thoughts, often . farmerlloyd (24 ) 6:22 am, 1 Aug
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other lovely posters who keep this thread alive and supportive. I must bid you good morning and hope you all have a good day. ( Keep looking after your back Sonia!) I have to be off and chase some sheep !! Oh before I really go. I saw an advert in the Otago Daily Times for the Iam Gawler man I mentioned in the old post. He is to be speaking in Dunedin next Tues. A public meeting. I thought I might go along and hear what he has to say . The advert is headed up with the words ' Medicine of the Mind' Cancer, Lifestyle and Healing . This man should know what he is talking about. He had a leg amputated due to a cancer which he was told would take his life (that happened about 25 years ago) I have to rush off now ... that clock just doesn't stay still.. farmerlloyd (24 ) 6:35 am, 1 Aug
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grr farmerlloyd (24 ) 6:36 am, 1 Aug
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to this wonderful thread. Sonia started the first thread CANCER SUX and it went to over 5,000 and people removed it (God knows why) so she started this one. We love it, and have all got to know each other, and give help and love and comfort. Hope to hear more from you, corvette. We all have our worries and fears, and being able to chat to people who understand, is so good.
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Yes Welcome Corvette - how could you have missed these threads? LOL! So sorry to hear of little Johnny - my heart goes out to you - what a nightmare that must have been. Wishing you all the best with your diagnosis - hey, it could be nothing - just a harmless cyst etc?! I have suspicious lumps on my liver and ovary so know how you're feeling. The mind can sure go into overdrive, especially when you've already faced the worse-case scenario previously, the usual "it won't happen to me" mindset is a thing of the past. Hugs to you, I'm sure you'll be fine, we'll all send our most positive vibes your way ;o) xoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 8:32 am, 1 Aug
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My backs pretty good this morning :o) Good ol' Dr James Watt is a miracle worker, thats for sure, I'd popped my spine is about 9 places?! Gotta get the girls ready for school - have a great day :o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:33 am, 1 Aug
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Wonder if he'll come to Auckland? Looks like we big-smokers may miss out on something of huge value after all?! You'll have to let us know his big tips ;o) OK I'm off for my shower now and then straight over for Vit C - see you all later :o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:48 am, 1 Aug
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How'd your night go? Hows Ryan this morning? soniat-d (153 ) 8:49 am, 1 Aug
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I'm going to look after my back better from now on thats for sure! Looking forward to my massage/manipulation at 12.15 :o) OK bye all, have a great daym ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 8:51 am, 1 Aug
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I'm going to shower soon, do th usual necessary only, housework, and then out in the garden. My 'Golden Hope' Cancer Society daffodils are out in bloom this morning and look fabulous. I have them in a pot on my wee deck. Only one more day to wait and I will know about the job, so thats not long. Hope you all have a good day.
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in the sunshine with your farm work and animals. Make you so glad to be alive on a day like today doesn't it. Take care and leave some work for tomorrow too wont you.....
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I'm so sorry that you are yet another person that has been dealt a measure of sadness by this cancer thing. It does affect so many people now days. We will all be here, and thinking of you as you wait for the results of your biopsy, and hope and pray for good results for you. Take care, stay strong, and keep sword held high all the time, (((HUGS))))
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Sonia, glad your back is better this morning. Chris's was very sore last night and I told him about your think it helped knowing someone else out there was hurting too. Have a lovely day
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It makes the day seem so much better when the sun is out doesnt it. Already the days are drawing out aren't they. It is lighter so much later at night now, especially when the sun doesnt set until after 5.30.. Take care and do something just for you today.....
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today? Off to Kew tomorrow for more stuff?? Hope it all goes well. Don't you let them keep you there will you Josh?? Have you eaten all those gross sour things yet? What do Gecko eyeballs taste like??? OHHHhhhhh Yukky.... I'm off in to the garden soon, so I will enjoy my day. Hope Chris's back is better today. Any calves yet? I saw some yesterday on the way to town and thought of you guys. Love and hugs to you all.....
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Morning to you - thank you for your kind thoughts,yes we certainly had that Spring feel to the air yesterday, I cant believe its only 2 weeks until the calves start - yikes.. Have a great day.
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today. Be careful and dont do anything to up set it at all. Hope the Vit.C infusion goes better today and doesn't cause you distress. I think about you lots and worry about all this extra stuff that you are having to endure. Its not fair. Hows Lydia today? Hope she's back on top of the world again and off to school. Talk again soon (((HUGS)))
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Gheckos eyeballs are sour apple flavour - quite yummy in Josh's opinion. Chris has had a bad back for years, he did Motor Cross when he was a youngster and he is paying for it now :( no calves yet -- but wont be long then you wont see me much on here :( Have a great day. Love to you xoxo
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good life. Kevin's has plauged him for years too. He had a spinal fusion that collapsed, so his is now in the 'just look after it as best you can and dont do any thing to upset it' category. Because there is really nothing more they can do. One person and 2 broken backs is not a good average. Happens when you work too hard too young before you are strong enough, and its all worn out prematurely....OHhhhh sour apple.....gross....how can you eat it Josh????
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Not good at all - give him our love too. Waiting till next Wednesday with you xx
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I guess that will mean that today will have extra things and treatments to be done will it. Cant get you guys out of my head, and have this beautiful picture of Ryan, to look at, which makes it all so real. Hope today is a good day for you both. Take care of each other, and just hang in there. You're a ROCK bogeyi!! Loads of love and hugs to you all.....
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suppose? Maybe you have been called to do a stint at the Op Shop? Sounds like Ray and Sherri will be at Hector for whitebaiting season. Does it start on August 14th over there too? Or is it later? Thats when it starts down here. She said we could go to the bach and stay while the season is on. Hopefully I will have my new job by then.... You have a good day and take care too.....
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realised I was a bit naughty and didnt introduce myself when Sonia started this new thread. So is it ok if I do it now... Im Paula - 36 and have 2 gorgeous children. Cassielle is 5 and Joshua is 8. Josh was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia in October 95. Two weeks after commencing treatment Josh had a severe reaction to one of the drugs and suffered a massive brain hemmorhage. We are in and out of hospital and doing well at the moment. We hope to end treatment Jan 2008. We love this thread because of all the fantastic inspiration and loving support we receive. xo
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I'm hoping so. Haven't seen you much, but you will be busy now you're home. Hi Kiwikaz too, hope today goes great for you too. Hope the health for hubby is continuing to be ok. Hello Icarus, when do you get the results of your scan? Waiting, waiting, waiting - thats the name of the game isn't it. Thinking of you too. And also Cole, minx3 and missbehave, Trishm, Twinkies and Briyanna and Luke and Koen. Thinking of you all with warm healing vibes sent your way. Take care and (((HUGS)))) to you all....
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a lovely day in your garden. That's what I will be doing once I have stacked the firewood!! Of course you will get your job!! How could they even consider turning you down!!! Good luck. Farmerlloyd I have a smile on my face visioning you chasing your sheep around the paddock! Have a lovely day. Sonia hope the Vit C transfusion is going ok and that your veins are behaving themselves. Enjoy the massage too. Your poor body. Not long until your holiday...mmmmmm sun, sand and beaches. Yummy!
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You have been very quiet!! Landylass...where are you?? Hi Dize, Janetmk1, Kelsall, Kwikaz,Nicolaas3, Fifie, Icarus and (oh, I must make a list!! lol!) everyone. Hope you are all having a lovely day. My thoughts are with Luke and Koen and Twinkies and Briyanna. (((HUGS))) to all. I'm off outside to make the most of this beautiful day. Talk to you all later XX
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haha I wasn't on here because I was still in bed until lunchtime!!!! Had a big cook up again yesterday and big family meal last night for Kylie 17th birthday so didn't have to resort to fish n chips & desserts! Going to a movie this afternoon so having a blob day today. Feeling heaps better so hopefully I am on the up now. Hang in their Nicola and Corvette, we have all trod that path and the waiting is awful. I always imagined Corvette that working in the "industry" must be a nightmare as you know more than the average person and can let the imagaination run riot. landylass (48 ) 1:17 pm, 1 Aug
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Hi all, Had the scan now the waiting begins. Will know results on August 15th in the meantime I just keep plodding along. Beautiful day in Christchurch today. Have been pruning roses this morning. What a sight old trackies and top big leather gloves so as not to scratch myself, takes forever to heal these days. Best wishes to all and a special welcome to our new members, you will enjoy our thread. Well away to finish the jobs outside. Feeling quite good today. Hugs to all. Be safe and take care until I hear from you all again. Cheers icarus1989 (483 ) 1:44 pm, 1 Aug
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Massage was great - PAINFUL but did the trick. Have got to go back Thursday morning, I was tight as all over! Feeling just devine now :o) soniat-d (153 ) 2:07 pm, 1 Aug
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Yikes open biopsy sounds ouchy - good luck with that - whens that happening? I'm doing my vit C infusions in Remuera/Newmarket at the Centre For Advanced Medicine, 110 Remuera Rd. 0-9-524 7743 If thats too far away, ring them and ask who else does it. I have heard that someone's starting up in Milford soon. Yep some great results, gives me renewed hope :o) It went well today except for the last 20 mins got a bit sore, we managed to slow it down and the pain eased - so much better than Friday ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 2:12 pm, 1 Aug
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sorry you had rain again. But, dont you get on average 300 rain days a year?? Seems a lot, would that be true?? We had heavy rain last night but the day has been just devine.....Pleased the infusion went better today. Been thinking of you with your back and all going on....
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thread LOL! Yep it rains a lot here, not as much as in Seattle I hear LOL Wouldn't have a clue what out stats are though... I just hate it when it rains at school pickup time - means I have to drive instead of walk (track too muddy if raining) etc. At least its not raining too heavily ;o) Backs still good thanks (few twinges, nothing major) and Lydia's good, came home from school and asked for a rest so I guess her body's still catching up a bit. soniat-d (153 ) 4:25 pm, 1 Aug
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Thanks for the kind thoughts :o) Sorry to hear about the firewood thing - what a major pain - hope you're looking after your back moving it all!?! We ditched our fireplace a year ago and got a gas one - soooooo glad we did that (although getting gas to the house turned into a MAJOR). I was hopeless at starting the woodburner, mainly cos Brent never bought enough kindling. Thats my excuse anyway ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 4:31 pm, 1 Aug
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Just when things seemed to be going so well... :o( Will await your update... (((((hugs))))) xoxoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 4:41 pm, 1 Aug
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last night about 11pm ryan was sick and up came the NG tube, nurse tried to put it down but he couldnt (he was beside himself), that nurse was the noisiest nurse i have had he banged and crashed (typical male...sorry)about 2.30am his blood pressure was 158, so i was wide awake concerned had to wait half an hour to get it rechecked, it was 169 so then we have to wait for a bloody doctor which takes about 45mins, finally he was charted more med (the whole time he is fast asleep).Lunch time they tried the NG again twice no luck, by this time he is yelling,screaming,kicking, hit me in the arm, tried to bite me???(never have i seen him like this)and really angry....I ended up walking out crying, with lack of sleep was all to much. Was going to try a third time but decided it was to stressful for him, they will try on thursday with some drugs to relax him.
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What a complete an utter nightmare! Poor sweet Ryan, I can totally understand how he would have been feeling, his reactions were purely out of angst, must have been soooo hard for you to see that though. You're a GREAT Mum Janine, I know that he knows that the whole time, his emotions just got the upper hand at crisis time :o/. Crickey, hope they can get the tube down next time, poor kid, I sooooo fell for him, and you - You can never get too many((((((hugs)))))) can you? I'll keep sending them regardless, hope you feel them xoxoxoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 4:55 pm, 1 Aug
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I'm so upset for you. I got a lump in my throat when I read that you left the room in tears - my heart is aching for you and Ryan. (((HUGS))) and more (((HUGS))) - I wish they were real ones! meridian1 (300 ) 5:04 pm, 1 Aug
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I hope you are feeling better to bogeyi!! meridian1 (300 ) 5:06 pm, 1 Aug
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xxx for sonia - and bogeyi, paula, joystick, boop, janet, farmerlloyd, maewest, dize, landylass, luke, twinkies and all the other posters on this thread - both visitors and regulars - oh and xxx to you to miked10 for recognising the AMAZING SONIA!! meridian1 (300 ) 5:13 pm, 1 Aug
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Ohhh Bogeyi, I just feel so much for you........ |
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its so hard to watch your baby got through stuff like that at any time, no matter if they are 3 or 13. Those NG ubes are just awful to get down. A lady with me in surgucal said she reckoned it was the most awful proceedure she had ever experienced awake,so it would be just gross for poor wee Ryan - little man.. Just give him a big hug and tell him he's doing great stuff. And bogeyi, you are too....Stay strong and keep collecting all the hugs we're sending your way.......((((HUGS))))
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being at a distance.. x and evening all missbehave (35 ) 5:29 pm, 1 Aug
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Best wishes for biopsy. Josh was diagnosed in 2005. Hope your night is restful
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I feel so much for you guys! I remember the nurses trying to do something to Josh too and I could tell he was beside himself - I too left in tears! You poor darling. Sending you heaps of love an dhugs and glad your day today was better xoxoxoxoxoxox
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Here is a link to the site for posting vid's. Hope it works... http://www.youtube.com/signup?next=/my_videos_upload%3F Chris says it takes a real long time to add a clip and the clips he used where only about 2 mins or less???. Good luck.
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What a situation you are in, must be very hard. I am sure the hospital staff and everyone will realise what a special boy he is with two special parents even though one is not present all the time. They will treat him fabulously if you are going to CHOC so have faith he will be looked after :O) Best wishes for you and your son.
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Hi Sonia, Joystik and everyone |
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Josh is a little out of sorts this afternoon, not sure if its because he realised earlier that we are off to the hospital again tomorrow. I think he had put it out of his mind for a while. Still we had a nice day - beautiful weather at the mo. Long may it last!! Love to you all - off to sort dinner. xoxox
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reading that! OMG what an ordeal. Any chance you can get away from the hospital for a few hours break? BIG [[[[HUGS]]]] landylass (48 ) 5:43 pm, 1 Aug
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Good luck tomorrow |
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Paula with chemo starting again. Hope you are feeling better soon. Glad to Sonia you got some relief from the back and Lydia is better. landylass (48 ) 5:46 pm, 1 Aug
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Thanks Landylass |
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Yep glad thats on the mend - my lumpy area is still worrying me however I have to say - feels tight as, I know that feeling... have been telling myself its just in my head but... no... just left a message for my oncologist to call me - see when next scan is planned, think we should bump it forward... one lump is still very easy to feel - hate that! soniat-d (153 ) 5:57 pm, 1 Aug
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Yes I'll be thinking of Josh tomorrow Paula |
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Hope, hope hoping it goes as well as possible. Swords up! soniat-d (153 ) 5:58 pm, 1 Aug
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Oh Nova |
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That all sounds very hard... wishing your son all the best with his treatment. Thanks for posting - come back anytime ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 6:00 pm, 1 Aug
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omg guys i did it check out photobucket |
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i had to click on my left mouse button to play it, can anyone else see if they can get it to go.
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ok need to click where it says and it |
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landylass yes went out today for a walk |
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enough to get fresh air and recharge. Paula im sure this video will make him smile.
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what ward are you in? corvette3 (1068 ) 6:23 pm, 1 Aug
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The clip works for me bogeyi ;o) |
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It was cool to see him again - Em asked to watch it twice ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 6:27 pm, 1 Aug
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corvette we are floor 7, ward 27b |
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for those who dont know paula and josh |
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sent some goodies to us, one thing was a watch for ryan which burps,farts,snores and coughs, that is why his hand is under the sheet why hes making the dog do that stuff...classic
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for those who dont know paula and josh |
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sent some goodies to us, one thing was a watch for ryan which burps,farts,snores and coughs, that is why his hand is under the sheet why hes making the dog do that stuff...classic
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I thought it was the dog doing that LOL soniat-d (153 ) 6:35 pm, 1 Aug
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HI bogeyi |
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Yep thats where I spent about 5 months in various rooms. At that time Vicki Dolphin was the Charge Nurse but she left. There were some great nurses though - Raewyn Pukas (I used to work with her in adult haematology) - is she still there? Our consultants name was Ruellyn and Peter Browett - any of them still round? corvette3 (1068 ) 6:41 pm, 1 Aug
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ruellyn is still here, dont recognise the |
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nurses names....lockie,scott,david,nicloa,jess here in clinic still
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Who is the Charge Nurse now? |
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actually now I remember they did the BMT's right up the far end of the ward. Do you have a hospital grandparent - one of those voluntary people who come round and help you out? I had a great one called Sue Easteal. corvette3 (1068 ) 6:44 pm, 1 Aug
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yes we are up the far end in the 3 BMT units |
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new charge nurse (cant thnk of here name yet..lol)my family is close but saxton has come to visit
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Lochie Teague is the consultant, I always liked him. Yes I remember Jess, It was 2001 I guess nurses do leave after awhile. Re the NGT - do they want it in because he is nauseated or for feeding? corvette3 (1068 ) 6:49 pm, 1 Aug
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hes eating fine but if he gets mucusitis |
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is she quite young with brown curly hair, pretty eyes, been there for awhile? corvette3 (1068 ) 6:51 pm, 1 Aug
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Hi bogeyi |
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OH they say laughter is the best medicine so Josh and I should be right now. That is so funny - you have no idea how good I feel knowing it gave him some pleasure. Thats hilarious! The way he moved the dog, Ryan your gorgeous!!!!!! xo
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Johnny was how incredibly vulnerable you are as a patient (or patients mother). After 20 years of nursing I'm sorry to say it took me a personal experience to be able to be a 'good' nurse and of course after that I couldn't nurse again. I had this feeling that I had to be 'nice' because if the nurses liked me they would be nicer to Johnny. But I believe that they can do alot of unnecessary stuff because the rules say thats the way it should be. For eg. I bet there is some protocol that says a BMT patient always has to have a NGT and so they will have wanted to replace it come hell or highwater regardless of the actual need for it. corvette3 (1068 ) 6:59 pm, 1 Aug
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ahh 2005 that makes more sense - one of your previous posts says 1995 and i was trying to figure out how he could be 8! did he have the spinal chemo? corvette3 (1068 ) 7:02 pm, 1 Aug
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Whoops - I must has pressed the 9 instead of the 0. No wonder you were curious lol. Yes he did have the spinal chemo he has had quite a lot of that and now gets it every 12 weeks. He has been off treatment 3 and a half weeks now, will have to get used to dishing out the meds again. If his counts are up tomorrow...
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could do, anyway, sounds like you've got them sussed. I once made such a fuss they called a Code Orange and I had a security guard called up to quiet me down. when I think about it now its quite embarassing but I had just had enough of being the nice mummy. corvette3 (1068 ) 7:12 pm, 1 Aug
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not that its much consolation but I was always told that if your child has to have cancer ALL is the 'best' one to have blah. In fact my next door neighbour who is 35 had ALL as a child. Here's hoping Josh feels better soon - do his counts have to be up for more chemo? corvette3 (1068 ) 7:18 pm, 1 Aug
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why is that all men find |
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farting so funny? My husband at age 46 laughs his head off at anything that farts, a farting watch would send him over the edge!! corvette3 (1068 ) 7:20 pm, 1 Aug
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He can have Vincristine tomorrow cos thats not count dependant. But the other oral ones that he has had to have every day and one once a week have had to be stopped. So just waiting to hear when he can start again.
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This is a link to Josh's website if you are interested... http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/joshuar Have a good night
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night everyone |
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i have an early start with tyler needing to be here by 7am, so to everyone that has been a great support..THANKYOU I feel I have been through the wringer today so will hit the sack early...sweet dreams all
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beaut sunny day here in the south today, just popping in to say hi had a busy day today.bogeyi thinking about you and ryan sending you lots of strength and courage tommorrow hope it all goes off well with a positive outcome for you all. paula good luck tommrrow for you and josh too back on the treatment?hard to put the hat back on again and remember all the meds? In the end i was having bad dreams stressing if i had done them all right . as the pill book got fuller and fuller with each seizure.(and chemo) so in the end i handed them over to the chemist to do and pick them up once a week makes life a little simpler:) hope everyone else has had a good day.landylass dont feel quilty bout sleeping in. if you need it just do it!!( i know eaiser said than done when you are a mother!)
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Is it still on for tomorrow? I was thinking cos the tubes out it would be delayed? Or is it back in now? *Rushes back to check previous posts* Anyway, will be thinking of your two lovely boys tomorrow - all the best :o) xoxoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 9:14 pm, 1 Aug
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All the best for tomorrow! What a day it will be for you all! I'm having a quiet one, hosting coffee group (second attempt LOL) but will be thinking of your boys often ;o) xoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 9:16 pm, 1 Aug
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Hey Sonia |
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Thank you so much, I will tell Josh to put his sword up Enjoy your coffee group. ;o) xxxxxooooo
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Nanite Bogeyi |
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You guys are very special and Chris, Cassielle Josh and I all wish you and your family especially Tyler and Ryan the best for tomorrow. We will be constantly thinking of you! I hope you get some rest tonight xoxoxo
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I do hope it goes well for your two wee men . To Paula and Josh my hopes for your time at Kew goes well also. Joystik, I just do hope you can put us out of our misery after tomorrow by telling us you are now an "agent". And I think Corvette has a big day tomorrow with your open biopsy (whatever that involves) so all the best for that procedure . I hope everyone enjoyed the most wonderful day in the South today. The best spring day we could wish for. As everyone says... it makes you glad to be alive . North Islanders who have been getting rained on will just have to wait for the sun, I'm sorry !! farmerlloyd (24 ) 9:56 pm, 1 Aug
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May have been getting rain instead of sun. If not today, then it was in your forecast for tomorrow. But sun will surely follow and spring is almost here farmerlloyd (24 ) 9:59 pm, 1 Aug
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Did you hear me roaring at the dogs first thing this morning ? I can often have a bit of trouble when my young huntaway gets started on his chores. He is a bit rough around the edges of the mobs he chases and often sends the odd sheep at high speed away from the mob, in fright! After he runs a bit of steam off, he is really a joy to work with. We had a lovely day down here for everyone doing outside chores and all of our dipping was finished by lunchtime. farmerlloyd (24 ) 10:06 pm, 1 Aug
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All the best for tomorrow joystik. |
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We are all thinking of you. As soon as you get the job, come on board and tell us as soon as you can. Goodnight everyone. Still raining in Hamilton, so no lovely sunsets for a few days. Never mind, they will be back. Swords high!!!!!
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Thanks ladies for all your messages again........ |
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visitors again tonight so no sign of me on here till now, and now its bed time again. Especially thinking of you Bogeyi and Ryan and Tyler as you do the BIG one tomorrow. And of course Kirsty and Daddy at home as well. You're all doing a fantastic job and I just know it cant be easy most of the time. Also, Paula and Josh off to Kew in the morning to resume treatment. Special thoughts and warm hugs to you too and of course Cass and Chris too. Would love to nip in and see you but it will be another day I'm sorry. You're all very special people in my circle of friends....(((((HUGS)))))) special big softy ones for you all..... joystik (285 ) 11:05 pm, 1 Aug
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This thread has been fair buzzing along today..... |
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and I dont have time to catch it all just now, but you are all my friends on here and I wish you all the sweetest of dreams, and the most restfull sleep,and until tomorrow.....god bless you all and sleep tight.......(((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 11:07 pm, 1 Aug
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good morning everyone |
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im up sghowered and dressed and waiting for tyler and randal to arrive so i can sort tyler out for theatre. Sonia yep all go ahead the marrow goes through his hickman line like a transfusion, the NG tube is just his feeding tube. Paula and josh good luck for today. Hello joystik,landylass,boop,farmerlloyd twinkies,maewest and whoever else forgot.
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we had a good night last night, blood pressure got upto 174 :/ at one stage, I feel like I had a good nights sleep..
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Good luck with everything today |
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Bogeyi!!! Will be thinking of you Ryan and Tyler (and of course Randal and Kirsty) all day. Lots of love and hugs to you all today on your big day. xxxx meridian1 (300 ) 7:24 am, 2 Aug
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Paula and Joshi |
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Hope everything goes well with Joshi resuming his treatments today. Love to you all as well! meridian1 (300 ) 7:45 am, 2 Aug
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Crossing my fingers for you for a positive phone call today regarding your employment. Good luck Joystick!!! meridian1 (300 ) 7:47 am, 2 Aug
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I'm really feeling for you! You must go through so much anguish being able to feel those lumps. CANCER SUX big time!!!! Thinking of you sweetheart. meridian1 (300 ) 7:49 am, 2 Aug
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I'm so glad to hear you had a better night with Ryan bogeyi, I hope I didn't offend you with my spiel about nurses doing unnecessary things in the middle of the night, its much easier for me to sit here and criticise them now that I am out of it than to be in the middle of it all like you are. If you ever need any help or advocacy in the hospital a good friend of mine Pip Brown is the Haematology Adult nurse educator and would always come and help you out - just tell her you are a friend of Birgitta's. I know you have alot of support there but sometimes someone who knows the inside stuff with the nurses and docs can be great. I used to get hysterical about all the fingerpricking to get blood when they could have just used Johnny's hickman line and it took someone high up to get that changed. Anyway best of luck for today. corvette3 (1068 ) 8:03 am, 2 Aug
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thanks for link to the website I will check it out this morning. Hope you sail through today! Farmerlloyd thank you for your good wishes. Talked on the phone to my doc today. Apparently the lump is attached by a 'stalk' to my uterus and something a bit suspicious on my ovary so I have decided to sign the consent saying if the biopsy is positive they can take the lot out. Sorry sounds a bit gross for this hour.....anyway I went into early menopause over Xmas and haven't had a period until ..... this morning!! Strange. I don't know about how you all felt pre-diagnosis but I know in my heart of hearts that it is cancer and I am quite prepared for it. anyway will check back in in a few days time when I'm out of hospital. sonia thanks for the info re Vit C, will pass that on to my friend. corvette3 (1068 ) 8:12 am, 2 Aug
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have a great day!!! corvette3 (1068 ) 8:14 am, 2 Aug
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Goodmorning everyone |
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We are heading off, just wanted to pop in here and give my love to you all. Thanks so much for your love and support - means so much xoxoxoxo
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Bestestestestestestestestestestest Wishes to you guys today - be thinking of you xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
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All the best |
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Corvette. Thinking of you
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I hope everything goes smoothly today for you and your boys.... will be thinking of you all day, love and hugs to you all xxxxx
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All the best for today, I hope everything goes smoothly for you guys also xxxxx (((love & hugs)))
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hugging is healthy |
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It helps the body's immune system It keeps you healthier It cures depression It reduces stress IT induces sleep Its invigorating and rejuvenating It has no unpleasant side effects Hugging is nothing less than a miracle drug.... All natural;organic Naturally sweet 100%wholesome No pesticides No preservatives No artifical ingredients hugging is practically perfect,there no movable parts,no batteries to wear out,no periodic checkups,low energy consumption, inflation-proof,non fattening,no monthly repayments,theft proof, non-taxable,non polluting, and of course fully returnable. Author Unknown. should be more of them!! hugs to you all .
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Bogey, Ryan & Tyler. I hope everything goes to plan for you today. My love and thoughts will be with you. Paula & Josh too...back into it again. No hassles I hope. My love and thoughts are with you both too. Also your families. It is so hard on everyone involved. Big (((HUGS)))) to you all XXX
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this open biopsy could be major surgery. I know what you mean about the gut feeling, but they can sometimes be wrong!! All the very best from me and big (((HUGS))) XX
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How true! I have just printed it off and hung it on my noticeboard. Thank you. Farmerlloyd, I wondered what I was hearing yesterday morning...it was you yelling at your dog!!!! I enjoyed watching the dog trialling on TV at the weekend. Amazing what you farmers can achieve. Amazing dogs too.
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You never know, there is a good chance your deep-seated hunch could be wrong. I was the other way, when I was called back to the breast clinic after my mammogram for another mammogram, scan and biopsy to check out a lump they had found, I was SURE there was nothing wrong. I was 63, and so many of my friends had been called back for the same thing, and they were all negative, and I just assumed mine would be the same. When you are older your breasts get lumpier. I got the most terrible shock when I was told it was cancer. At least Corvette you are mentally prepared, I definitely was not.
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Bet you are on the edge of your seat! GOOD LUCK!!! I have just heard from a couple of my friends who are coming out to see me. Hmm I'm still in my jamas!!! I was stacking firewood yesterday and now I've got a sore back!! A hot shower should help it I hope! Not a patch on yours though Sonia. Hope you are enjoying your coffee morning with your friends. Think I will take mine up to Rangiora for coffee. We have some great cafes there. Have a lovely day everyone.
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Hi Dize |
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I was the same as you. I had had recalls before and was totally unprepared for what was ahead. It's a terrible feeling isn't it? It sure doesn't take long to get into the swing of things though! It is just a bad dream now. It seems a lot longer than a year ago.
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Good news bogeyi |
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Our thoughts are with you.
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Hi maewest |
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Yes, it is all like a bad dream now. Thank God my monster is dead. It doesn't leave you untouched though, it is something that is with you forever. At least we have been given a second chance, and it has changed how I think about a lot of things. Isn't this thread awesome? I love your trade-me name. Is it really your name, or did you like the actress?
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day and the treatment are progressing really well so far. I have thought about you all morning, and was wondering what they actually do once they have taken it from Tyler. Thanks for filling in the gaps there. Does Ryan have to be in isolation now for a long period?? Praying it all goes really sweet from here on in......(((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 11:19 am, 2 Aug
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Hi all just got in here finally |
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My coffee group went well - Hi Bogeyi, glad its going well - yay for that :o) Tyler's such a champ, and Ryans a real trouper! Hugs to both of them for a job well done! Fingers crossed that the transplant works its magic for Ryan xoxoxox soniat-d (153 ) 11:54 am, 2 Aug
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Thinking of Josh, hoping its going well - swords up Joshi ;o) xoxoxo soniat-d (153 ) 11:55 am, 2 Aug
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Damn gotta go |
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Em's demanding my attention - gotta collect Lydia early today - Parent teacher interviews today and tomorrow. soniat-d (153 ) 11:56 am, 2 Aug
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Hi ladies, I'm still waiting, waiting, waiting.... |
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to hear about the job. Seems to have been a long morning, but as soon as I know, I will let you know too. The guy himself liked me, but they do this personality profile thing that kind of analyses you with our steengths and weakness's, and that is sent to Hamilton to be sorted. I think he is waiting on that. Said it would be two days. Whatever will be, will be........ joystik (285 ) 12:00 pm, 2 Aug
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Glad you have had a nice morning Sonia..... |
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Pleased that Lydia is feeling better and back to school. Always a worrying time when they aren't well. Hope its sunny today for you like it is here. Take care........ joystik (285 ) 12:02 pm, 2 Aug
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and very true too. I will print it also and put it in my little book of words. Hope today is treating you and yours very well.... joystik (285 ) 12:04 pm, 2 Aug
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Its pretty gloomy here Joystik |
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But at least its not raining - fingers crossed for you with the job - god I've done heaps of those tests over the years - don't know what I think of them actually. For my Disney Job I had 8 interviews, 2 I was flown over to Melbourne for, 3 different tests, intellingence, personality, and another more general one. After all that I got the job (from several hundred applicants), and lasted 5 months - hated the job?! That was so bizarre, as I was totally honest through the whole process, really thought is was for me.... So that blew my whole confidence in those tests (theirs too!). Anyway, I'm rabmbling! Its just every time someone mentions those tests I think of that LOL Wishing you all the best with it! Glad its sunny there - maybe the weather will work its way up tomorrow? soniat-d (153 ) 12:52 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi Maewest |
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Sorry to hear your backs bad too. Mines OK, I'm not complaining, just niggly now, should improve each day with all the exercises and treatments - man am I out of shape, I blame the chemo, really want to get back into full exercise ASAP! soniat-d (153 ) 12:55 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi Meridian |
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Lumps not so worrying today, they really do seem to go up and down - wierd?! My oncologist is chasing up the appointments for me, so thats good... soniat-d (153 ) 12:57 pm, 2 Aug
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Maewest,no wonder you have a bad back moving all |
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that jolly wood. We are like Sonia in this house, and gav up on wood and coal several years ago. We are totally electric here and just love it. No mess, dust, smoke, ashes, dont have to go and get it, or have someone else tip it in your driveway!! No stacking required. Just sit in the armchair and turn it up or down with the remote!! Easy peasy. Hope you have gone out and treated yourself to a nice coffee today for a reward for your hard work. Take care.....
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Yes Sonia, I must admit, I hadn't really come... |
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accross anything like that before and found the whole thing quite'out of it' in a lot of ways. Like asking you what qualities you friends would see in you, but you can only have 5 out of each list of 25, and on the next question you were asked to mark the qualities you see in yourself, but you were only allowed to mark 3 out of 25 in those ones! I wonder what it will tell them about me?? I will let you know. Interesting what you found with your Disney job though. I thik they are looking for agressiveness and determination in this game, and although I do have that in there, its not the way I function on a daily basis. I will let you know when I hear back......interesting.
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Oh god yes the wood moving!!! |
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Of course! Oh Maewest :o/!!! Hopefully you've just strained it, not popped anything. Apply lots of heat, get someone to massage it, should come right hopefully ;o) I hope so for your sake, sore backs suck! soniat-d (153 ) 1:18 pm, 2 Aug
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Dize, I was more the other way with my diagnoses |
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I went in there with it in my own mind that it was cancer. I guess that was because of my family history and having mum die from it as well. When I was given the diagnoses, i just calmly said'Oh ok", and the surgeon/specialist said 'I'm not sure you understand what I have just told you', to which I replied 'I yes I understand all right'. Then 'When can you operate and start to get this all sorted for me'. It was all like a for gone conclusion for me. I knew before I went in what I would be going to do.... Hope you're having a sunny day today. We are here. I must get out in it for a while soon....
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I think you have plenty of attitude and |
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determination in there ;o) No worries! Do they know you're undergoing chmo? That should impress the socks off them! soniat-d (153 ) 1:20 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi bogeyi and Ryan......... |
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hope its all continuing to go well for you. Still thinking of you and sending more hugs......
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No Sonia, I didnt mention a thing about any of |
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and was actually told by my friend in Real Estate, not to say a word about it, because she said my boss wont employ you if he thinks you're sick!! Great!! I'm not sick but I am fighting and surviving. Thats almost bordering on discrimination. Just because you are missing a few bits, doesn't mean you're no good at something does it???
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Hi Joshi boy, what you up too?? I guess you're |
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still at Kew. Hope the day is going pretty good for you. Hi to Mummy too.....Thinking of you guys too and wish I could have come to see you. (((HUGS))))
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Hmmm yes that makes sense |
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Like the whole "are you trying to get pregnant?" thing I was always tip toeing around... (no I wasn't but I was of that age!?) Anyway, I think your inner strength would have come out in the results, its certainly comes through to all of us! Fingers crossed for you hun ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 1:27 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi Janet, hope today is treating you well too. |
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Did your lad go to the Dr today or yesterday? Hope he was able to get some help. I have been thinking about him too..... Hi Meridain, what are you up to today? Its so lovely here, I really must get out side but dont want to miss the phone call do I! Thinking of you too...
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Ohhh thanks Sonia....actually I woke up this |
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morning thinking, 'what would I say if he rang and asked me anything relating to my health'?? But it would depend on whether he knew anything or was just asking to be interested. I thought that if he had heard something, then I would just simply say that I had had a positive diagnoses, but since then had surgery and follow up treatment and was fine now. Or something like that. Because, actually I am fine now........
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Hi Corvette, I hope all goes well for your biopsy |
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too. I would be inlined to do what you have said you will consent to as well. I only had left Breast cancer, but because there was such a much higher chance of having a re-occurance in the other one, I opted to have both off together. Lots of people thought it was rather radical, but to me it only made good common sense. And, I have never looked back or regretted the decision in any way. You have to always look for the positives in everything, especially to do with CANCER, cos it SUX!!!
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Where is BOOP?? Has anyone heard what she's up |
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too? Seems a while since I've seen her here. Obviously she's got other stuff to do like I have, except my priorities are in different places at the moment. Thinking of you anyway BOOP!!
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enjoying this lovely sunny weather. Hope you've got you dog doing the right things today. I love watching eye dogs with sheep. How fascinating. The defient old Romney ewe stands and stamps her feet while the dog moves up millimetre by millimetre....just so cool to watch the precision.....sounds like waffle doesn't it? But its all true, aye farmerlloyd??? Enjoy your day....
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Lovely to see you are having some time out too |
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Landylass. Must be great to be back home again and able to do stuff with your family. Glad you enjoyed the movie. I take it you are doing the previews?? Sounds like great fun to me. Although I would probably go to sleep seeing as its dark in there!! Take care and thinking about you every day too......
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Has anyone seen any updates on Luke and Koen? |
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or Twinkies and Briyanna? Hopefully no news is good news. Thinking of them and their children and wishing them sunshine and smiles.....(((HUGS)))
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Hi to everyone else, minx3, icarus, cole, ..... |
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missbehave, and anyone that I haven't posted a special message for. The list ids quite long now and the memory not nearly as sharp under the influence of Chemo! Well thats my excuse anyway. Keep smiling all of you and take care.......
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Just been for a lovely lunch |
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with my 'old'friends. Was ruined by work ringing and asking if I could work tonight!!! Bugga! I told them to try every other option first, but they all sick!!! Don't ya just love it! Anyway have to leave in half an hour. I'm going away for a coupleof nights next week, so I'll be safe then!
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Awesome Maewest |
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Where are you going? Shame your days off have been interupted. Glad you enjoyed catching up with your friends.:-) meridian1 (300 ) 2:29 pm, 2 Aug
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the phone must go soon. Get back out in the garden to take your mind off it. Sonia my back is a lot better today...purple stuff!! It's great stuff, and the massage that with it was alright too! Dize, Mae is my middle name so thinking of the name was easy. I thought Maewest was a pretty cool lady. Love her quotations. I think I told the story in the old thread...I was born with the middle name Myrtle (don't ya love it!!) but by the time I reached 50 I had had enough and changed it to Mae by deed poll. Best $100 I have ever spent!!! LOL!
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Bogey, been thinking about you all |
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day. Pleased the transfusion is all going well. Look forward to reading more news from you when I get home tonight. (((HUGS)))
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Paula and Joshi |
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My thoughts have been with you too. Hope all is going well. Love the email...thanks. It will be late tonight before I check in again. Probably everyone (except Joystik!!!) will be in bed. (((HUGS)))
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Hi Meridian |
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How goes it with you today? Had lunch in the old Rangiora Station which has been converted into a cafe. It's lovely there. Hope to head to Mt Lyford...family bach in the mountains (not far from Hanmer) Or Akaroa..haven't quite decided yet. Anywhere will be nice for a change.
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Sounds lovely ... |
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Maewest - you will be looking forward to that!!! We, I have to go do the school pick-up thing now, but will check back for news later. meridian1 (300 ) 2:39 pm, 2 Aug
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'well, I have to go', not 'we, I have to go' LOL meridian1 (300 ) 2:40 pm, 2 Aug
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Joystik |
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The reason I didn't seriously consider that I had cancer was because I had no family history of it (although I remembered much later on that one of my first cousins in Queensland had BC about 10 years ago). Also a close friend had got called back to the Breast Clinic a few days before me, and hers was only a blocked milk duct. I can see why you thought otherwise with your family history. If I was you, I would definitely have had both breasts off too. If they're not there, they can't grow cancers inside them, can they? Looking forward to hearing about your phone call. P.S. It is raining in Hamilton (again) and I am yearning to get into my garden again.
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Its funny you say that Dize5 |
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For some wierd reason I instantly assumed it was Breast Cancer, even though my Family History etc seemed to make it a virtual NIL probability. I was hoping like anything that it wasn't but knew deep down. Wierd... Was still a huge shock when confirmed though. My first bizarre response when I was told I'd need a mastectomy was "But I like my breasts"?!?! Doc thought I was mad responding like that LOL soniat-d (153 ) 3:31 pm, 2 Aug
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Names are funny things |
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We wanted to give our girls a family name, but the choices of Noleine and Robena didn't appeal LOL Yep love your TM name Maewest, great actress, great name :o) soniat-d (153 ) 3:33 pm, 2 Aug
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all going well |
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tyler is amazing has been up and about little light headed so laying down, talk talk talk
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So glad to hear |
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that. I have been hanging out waiting for some news. Here's hope that Ryan is coping as well as Tyler.
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Hey Bogeyi |
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Oh dear Tyler chatting away. Hope the day is progresing well - you have been on our minds constantly.xoxoxo
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Hows Josh getting on Paula? |
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Glad to hear that Tylers doing so well Bogeyi. What a champ! :o) soniat-d (153 ) 3:52 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi everyone |
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The news with us is... I got handed a bag of drugs and Josh had his IV infusion of Vincristine - the one that makes him ache and skin sore and heavy legs etc. We were told he really should be back at school as what he had seemed to be a nasty viral infection and he could go back now. I thought hmmmmm ok, he was of course gutted!!! And I spent the whole rest of the day rationalising with him that he needs to be a normal boy again and try to get back to normal things like school and playing outside etc.So Im home now and phoned the principal of the school to discuss Josh returning and I casually asked if chicken pox was a problem at the moment. Well yes it is - so Josh wont be going back there in a hurry!!!! I will have to put my teachers hat on again - sigh.... better to be safe than sorry. he has absolutely no immunity to chicken pox. I still dont know what his blood results for today are but its all go with treatment regardless it seems??? love to you allxxoo
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Awww so he must be feeling lousy now Paula? |
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Those symptoms are very similar to the ones I had from my second lot of Chemo - I sooooo feel for the poor lad - please give him a big hug from me and tell him I know how he feels, but I'm sure that he'll feel better soon, I'll be hoping that its as soon as absolutely possible. Be a good boy and take your painkillers ertc in the meantime Joshi, this is nurse Sonia speaking ;o) xoxoxox (((((hugs))))) soniat-d (153 ) 4:09 pm, 2 Aug
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Sonia |
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Josh sends his love and hugs back. This chemo today takes about 5 days to start showing side fx so we shall see, but he does start the steroids again tonight - bluck!!! They make him quite grumpy. Still I'd rather have a grumpy boy than not have him - this is all for a VERY GOOD cause. thanks hun your a darling xoxo
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Just want to send you all my love. Havent been |
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affected myself but my uncle passed last year from melanoma, my gran diagnosed 3 weeks later, my partners mum also on her way out, and aunty just been given the all clear after breast removal, etc...Ive never come across so much of it as I have the last 2 yrs. Its an awful thing & I hope all of you beat it xxxxx
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Ah yes Paula |
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How quickly I forget!? I think it was around then for me too. Those steroids are a double-edged sword aren't they? Work wonders on the side effects but produce a few new ones of their own!?! (((((hugs))))) soniat-d (153 ) 4:54 pm, 2 Aug
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Sonia |
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You are so right!! Hope your back is ok and Lydia is better? Bogeyi - we are thinking of you? xo
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Yep back's pretty good |
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got another physio first thing tomorrow morning. Lydias in fine form, hearings still suspect but doc said it'd take a while for the fluid to drain... soniat-d (153 ) 6:27 pm, 2 Aug
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Looks like Lydias on her way to losing her first tooth, its a little sore and wiggly (she has great teeth). Wow, another milestone I wasn't expecting to see for a while (both girls were VERY late teethers, so thought it would be a while off!)... :o) soniat-d (153 ) 6:45 pm, 2 Aug
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ok im back and resting my feet, my legs ache |
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Tyler has just left...i am so proud of him it is such a big thing, even the nurse said that adults take about a week off.Ryan is well, the next 2 weeks are critical with bugs etc, he had another NG put down and did very well, nurse was very quick they gave him midazanole (like a date rape drug)to help relax him, did nothing to him so he did very well. He looks tired tonight, I think the NG tube took it out of him as we did hav to hold him and then when it was finished sob his heart out for a while...(think its my fault :(
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Today is over for you all! Its not your fault you had to hold him, he wont hold it against you. I have done the same thing with Josh, to make it over with quicker not make them feel powerless. I am so feeling for you tonight, you will be emotionally,physically and mentally drained. I hope you can get some rest, all of you. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATIONAL MUM! (((((HUGS))))) xoxo
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Bogeyi |
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I just went in to give Josh his chemo, he was worried about Ryan. We are not religious people but we have our beliefs and our faith and he told me tonight he was praying to his angels and to God for Ryan. That goes for us all love to you xoxoxoxoxoxoxox
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Oh how cool, her first tooth. Its very exciting.
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paula give Josh a big cuddle from me |
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for thinking of ryan. Ryan is 8 and lost his first tooth just before we came in.
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Hmmm yes I wasn't expecting it this early |
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but Cass has lost hers and she's five isn't she Paula?! Maybe I'm wrong, but it does seem a little wiggly. Time will tell ;o) Wishing Ryan, Tyler and Joshi sweet dreams tonight. Hope you ladies get a good nights rest too xoxox soniat-d (153 ) 9:19 pm, 2 Aug
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Thinking of Ryan Joshi & Corvette |
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tonight. Hope tomorrow is a better day for you all. I won't be sleeping in late again. Was still awake at 2.30am last night and wondering if Bogey was up roaming round! No news yet Joystik on the job front? landylass (48 ) 9:53 pm, 2 Aug
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call today. Only thing is that I have to do part of the profile again as I checked too many box's on part of it and they couldn't do an accurate analysis of me!! Ha ha ha.....I will get that tomorrow and do it and send it back, but don't expect to hear any more until Monday. So thats what happened after all that.
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So busy tonight trying to get emails answered.... |
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that I didnt get on here til late again. Good to see you Landylass, and hope you have had a nce day. It was just lovely here. Hi Maewest, I dont think you are supposed to have days off are you? You poor thing having to go back like that. You'll have to get called ID so you dont answer work calls on your days off......Still no sign of Boop?? Wonder where shes got to???
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sure was landylass thats about the time |
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Hi Paula and Joshi....thats a bit strong about.... |
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having to go back to school isnt it?? I must say, it wouldn't have really made my day either Josh. What wrong with playing the x-box all day?? You ar still learning aren't you? Hope you are OK after the chemo. I hate steroids too YUK YUK YUK! Only take 3 every 3 weeks and thats it. I just hate them. Hope the rest of the day went ok for you. Loads of love and hugs to you all...... joystik (285 ) 10:01 pm, 2 Aug
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Hi Bogeyi and Ryan, What sort of a night have you |
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had so far?? Have been thinking so much of you all today and hope everything is excellent for you all. Sleep well and take care of each other......love and special healing hugs to you all..... joystik (285 ) 10:03 pm, 2 Aug
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Sorry Joystik you didnt hear today, maybe tomorrow huh? Sonia - yes Cass is 5 lost two at the bottom, got all her big 6 year molars already?? Her black tooth at the front is getting wigglier by the day too - she is going to look so different when that comes out. She was a dynamite teether as I remember got one every month!!!!! MMMMM thats right lots a sleepless nights, poor little chook. Landylass thanks for thinking of us too.xo
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Glad your back is much better Sonia, and Lydia is |
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feeling better too. The first tooth out aye?? Lauren lost her first one about 5 but she had teath at 4 months....all 6 of them! Sleep well and see you tomorrow.... joystik (285 ) 10:04 pm, 2 Aug
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Nite nite everyone, and especially all the kids an |
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their mums that have to be so brave. Hope your dreams are sweet and you wake up feeling bright eyed and bushy tailed in the morning. (((((HUGS))))) to you one and all.....See you again tomorrow............ joystik (285 ) 10:06 pm, 2 Aug
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Joystik - sleep tite xoxoxoxox
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Waves to Paula.........and wishes her a very...... |
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very good nights sleep........ joystik (285 ) 10:08 pm, 2 Aug
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No Bogeyi.....I dont think so at all.............. |
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You are a rock my friend. You never complain ....just keep on , keeping on......... joystik (285 ) 10:10 pm, 2 Aug
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Every nite at the moment my legs are so achey. I have to take panadol to get to relax, must be part of that virus????
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goodnight from me - going to get down early tonight, gotta go do dishes - have been busy responding to emails - thanks to Farmerlloyd for yours, nice to hear from you ;o) Wishing the boys sweet dreams xoxox soniat-d (153 ) 10:12 pm, 2 Aug
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Nanite Sonia |
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Sleep tite xo
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It has become almost too late for me to start chatting here, but I have to say to you that your enthusiasm for life has probably spilled over into the quetioniares that you were filling out.... So the psycho analysts would be puzzling over your responses I am sure. Just tell them this is the way we do things while living in Southland !!! farmerlloyd (24 ) 10:22 pm, 2 Aug
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What on earth I am prattling on about It is about this man Ian Gawler .. speaking in Wellington (tonite) Dunedin (8th) Auckland ( 10th) and Christchurch (16th) on causes and ways of dealing with cancer. I cannot think what words to use so it is best for anyone interested to respond here if you want. I was given a little more from the Dunedin organisers (by email) and am happy to pass it on . If you go to www.gawler.org you can learn a lot about this man from there ( and NO, I am not a paid comission agent of his) I only heard of him 3 or 4 years ago during a radio interview ... Go along everybody .. Go along !! farmerlloyd (24 ) 10:37 pm, 2 Aug
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Night All |
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Hope everyone has a restful night - See you tomorrow
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I need to sit here and read how your day went, hopefully all is as it should be now and the loooong wait begins. I cannot tell you how much I hope and pray that success will be the word you use in 6 or 8 weeks time .. farmerlloyd (24 ) 10:40 pm, 2 Aug
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I know you are working tonight , but I've gotta say I think we are even now. I make you grin by describing my dog trial work out in the paddocks and you have made my day telling us what you did to your 'old' middle name in post 1408!!! (thinking to myself ) I must never dare address you, using your old middle name even as a joke!! But I just love the way you describe those events. Enjoy the days off you were entitled to Maewest and hope the weather improves during that time . farmerlloyd (24 ) 10:53 pm, 2 Aug
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Bogey you will be just emotionally drained after today..you are allowed to have sore legs and feet. I'm pleased that is all over for you all and that both boys have come through their ordeal okay. Hope you and Ryan both get some well deserved sleep tonight. Huge ((((HUGS)))) coming your way.
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thing for the doc..that Josh should be at school!! Was he serious??? Poor kid. Hope the side effects are not too bad with this round of treatment. Chicken pox is rife at the mo I believe. The neighbour's boy has it. She asked me yesterday if I would mind him while she went out...I respectfully declined! How's your cough? Hope it's getting better. Big ((((HUGS)))) to you too
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Joystik what a pain |
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that you have to fill in that form again. How can they possibly know who you are from a few ticks in boxes?? Beats me. Where's that Boop?? She must be busy. Am I the only one left on here?? Helloooo
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we are even now!! A farming friend still always calls mr 'Myrt"..that will never change!! What prompted me to change my name was when I applied for my taxi operating licence and my full name had to appear in the newspaper...that was just too much for me!! I had been driving a taxi for someone else for a few years and could just imagine what it would have been like if all the drivers had seen it!! Lol! Interesting reading on Ian Gawler's website. You will have to let us know what his seminar was like. I see he is in Dunedin a week before he comes here.
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get myself off to bed. Nite nite everyone. Sleep tight XXXX
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I hope you got some sleep, what a wonderful mother you are!! It would be interesting if you wore a pedometer for a whole day and totalled up the kilometres you walk along the hospital corridors. I hope today is a better day both physically and emotionally. You know your friends on here are all with you in spirit.
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we did have a god night last night, just waiting for tyler to come in and have a blood test. Now is the nervous anxious part the where days seem to drag as we wait an hope to see some counts come in. Paula how did you feel with the docs comment on Josh going back to school.
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Hi Maewest, yes as he is on the maintenance phase of treatment he should be able to lead a NORMAL life - HA HA HA. I kind of get what they are on about. Just not risking it just yet. Good on you for saying no. Two wee ones in the hospital had C Pox yesterday too. Hope you have a great day. xo Bogeyi - How was your night? Still sending lots of love and hugs, hope Sam isnt being to Raucous! He used to get a little carried away... ;o) Sonia, Joystik, Dize5, Corvette, Meridian, Farmerlloyd,Janet and everyone hi - have a great day
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I hope you all have a good day. Paula I hope it all goes smoothly when you have to get Josh back to school. I had so much trouble getting Ryan to fit back in, but he did still have physical problems from the damage to his brain, luckily time healed them. Go with your gut feeling tho as the doctors don't always know whats best for your child.
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Good morning everyone, hope you all had plenty |
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of sleep and are ready to face the challenges of today. Its cloudy here so far, and a bit 'gluggy', although not really cold, due to no frost again. Farmerlloyd, I havelooked at the Gawler Foundation website and its most interesting. I will b interested to hear all about it after you have seen him next week.
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Hi Maewest, I hope today proves to be a REAL day |
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off for you, and not just a pretend one. Yes, Ihave to re-do one page of the profile and only mark 4-6 of the answers, instead of ALL that I think applied to me! It all just a series of words like dominant, self starter, loyal, compassionate, etc, describing what you are like and you have to mark the ones that best describe you. But as with most people, you are quite different at home maybe, or socially, to what you are when you are out working, aren't you?? Anyway, now I know what they want, I will fill it in and send it back. There are 4 columns of 25 words in each and I have to chose 4-6 from each. Onthe last form, some columns I chose up to 12! To many you see and they couldnt analyise me at ALL! Ha ha ha, I think its priceless actually. They probably think I'm from Mars or somewhere......
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Lol. They should realise they have a REAL person applying for a job, not just someone who can tick boxes!! I think it is pathetic! After talking to you for an hour and a half wouldn't you think they would have got the idea that you are just AMAZING?? I wonder if that is how they expect you to sell their houses...oh shut up maewest...my mind is just boggling with the questionnaire thingeee.
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Good morning Bogey |
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So pleased you both had a good night. How long did it take last time for results to start coming in? You are an amazing Mum..the way you have been handling it all. I know when you're put in a situation you just have to get on with it, but many would buckle under the pressure you have been under. Positive vibes and (((HUGS))) to you and Ryan XXX
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morning everyone |
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had my biopsy yesterday and they do think its a cyst...they got brown stuff out of it (TMI) but they didn't get rid of it all but thats alright. So glad its nothing bad, don't get my results till next week but its most likely a cyst. Thankyou sonia for your support! I wish you all the best! oxoxo wagon_styles (219 ) 10:11 am, 3 Aug
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Hi Bogeyi and Ryan, hope you all had a good |
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sleep and your legs dont feel so tired this morning Bogeyi. I felt like that last week after chemo with all the running round up and down to X-ray. Just hoping for you all that the next few weeks go exactly to plan without extras! Take care and have a great day ((((HUGS)))) joystik (285 ) 10:15 am, 3 Aug
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H Paula and Josh, I think the school thing SUX!! |
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If they want him to do school work they could send a bit home for him, but at this time of year with all the bugs and Chicken pox around out there, he is so much better off at home I would have thought. Is it cloudy and not so nice at your place today? Hpe your cough has gone by now too....Love and hugs to you guys too..... joystik (285 ) 10:18 am, 3 Aug
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Morning Sonia, whats on your agenda today? |
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You're always busy with things so today will be no different. Did you manage to get an appointment with the Oncologist before you head off to a tropical paradise?? I hope you did just to give you peace of mind. I do have to re-do the profile again!! They're just great aren't they!! I can almost analyse them better than they can me!! What would that tell you?? Have a lovely day Sonia...... joystik (285 ) 10:21 am, 3 Aug
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Hi wagonstyles, so pleased they think you are |
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only troubled by a cyst. Thats good news and you will feel a lot better after yesterday. Its the not knowing that gets in your head. Take care and keep posting..... joystik (285 ) 10:22 am, 3 Aug
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Still no sign of Boop? Wonder what she's up too?? |
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Probably getting her whitebaiting gear all out of the shed and dusted off ready to get in to the river on opening day. Hope all is OK with you Boop. I miss you on here and dont think you've sent any emails for a day or too either. joystik (285 ) 10:34 am, 3 Aug
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Hi Dize, hows Hamilton today? Hope the sunshine |
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has managed to get that far. Its very cloudy here, but I'm ever the optimist that it will go later on and produce some sunshine. Havent got much planned for today at this stage , but that can change quite quickly. Hope all is well with you and you have a good day..... joystik (285 ) 10:36 am, 3 Aug
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Hi Janet, Hows things at your place today?? Did |
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you manage to get any more help for your boy?? I've been wondering how je's doing in the last few days. Hope you have a good day today too..... joystik (285 ) 10:37 am, 3 Aug
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Landylass, Hows things with you?? I think I will |
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be waiting until ater the weekend for confirmation of the job now. I have had to do one part of the profile again! It doesn't really matter too much at this stage, because I cant actually do a thing within the Industry until I have a licence to practice, and the person who gives me the job has to apply for that. I believe it takes 2 weeks or so for that to come through. I am still waiting for my Certificate from Open Polytech to come, and its not here today. Not that it makes anydifference to getting the actual job, cos they know I passed the course Competently. joystik (285 ) 10:41 am, 3 Aug
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Wagon styles that is |
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good news. You will be feeling a great sense of relief. You will be able to relax now. That waiting game is so hard. Have a lovely day.
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I miss you too. Hope you are having a lovely day on the Coast. Sonia the countdown is on for you til your holiday. Hope you can get those appointments sorted out before you go. Hope you are having a lovely day. The sun is coming out here after a night of rain. Is that back feeling any better?
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Or what are you doing with the day?? I've done nothing so far today, oh well, except for the usual housework chores. Kevin just pumper the bike tyres up with the compressor for me, so I might just have to try it out, and see if I can find some motivation somewhere..... joystik (285 ) 11:00 am, 3 Aug
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Hey, I got a curly question????.......... |
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Did all you fellow receivers of Chemo, lose all your hair totally, and at what stage?? The Oncologist told me that mine would all be gone by the second day after my second treatment, if not before, because of the size of the doseage that had been prescribed. It didn't go so I asked the Oncologist again last time and she said, it will definately all go by the second day after my 3rd treatment, byt will only be temporary, until after the chemo stops. HELLOooooo.....Nothing more has happened. I still have a coverage over my head, legs, armpits and everywhere else! What do you think??? Maybe I am from Mars after all???? joystik (285 ) 11:30 am, 3 Aug
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side effects to that extent?? I would be interested in your thoughts...... joystik (285 ) 11:31 am, 3 Aug
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Joystik. I don't think all my hair went...it was patchy. I had shaved my head though so it was a bit hard to tell. Legs, hair was there, but it just didn't grow. By the 4th treatment my eyebrows had disappeared and my eyelashes were very short, stunted and patchy. Thank goodness for eyeliner! I think everyone reacts differently. I'm going out this afternoon with my 'new friends'. We have a catchup every fortnight. The firewood is all done, thank goodness. I would hate to be without the logburner. We also have an old chippie coal burner in the kitchen which heats the water. You have a lovely day whatever you do. I must wipe the dust off my bike and get the wheels turning too!
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Thankyou everyone |
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yeah I feel much better knowing :) wagon_styles (219 ) 11:53 am, 3 Aug
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Hi everyone here at last briefly |
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Busy! Busy! Had my second physio this morning, man is my back in bad shape, spines all locked up and all my muscles or whatever they are over my entire back are sore as when any pressure applied. Got a few weeks of physio lined up to get things back on track. Worst area is of course my upper right, all sensitive from all the radiation, I almost jump off the table when she's working there :o/!!! Anyway, was there from 9 - 10.20am! Then zoomed over to Takapuna, bought an outfit for some friends of ours who have just had a gorgeous wee boy after 3 years of IVF attempts :o) Also went to Council to pay for signoff on our bathroom project (even though its technically still not finished LOL) soniat-d (153 ) 1:38 pm, 3 Aug
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Then made appointment with eye specialist to examine my eyes, the day after back from Fiji (they have not come back to where they were pre chemo) and booked the dentist for Tuesday - teeth starting to cause me grief - silly me didn't look after them during chemo either! This afternoon hoping to go for a walk, then early dinner, then off to Lydias school for our parent-teacher interview. Phew! Afternoon all :o) soniat-d (153 ) 1:38 pm, 3 Aug
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Hey thats great news Wagonstyles |
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Yay for you! Must feel great :o) Thanks for updating us! soniat-d (153 ) 1:40 pm, 3 Aug
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Interesting Maewest, Hope you enjoy your |
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afternion out with your new friends. Turn your phone off so they cant get you in to work again at short notice!!
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Gee Sonia, busy, busy, busy...and tim for a rest |
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in between?? I can so sympathise with you and your back. I injured mine when I was a teenger and spent 3 weeks in bed unable to move! The pain was absolutely unbearable at times. It improved over time but is still easily agrivated even now after some years, well almost 30 to be exact.Ohh dear, statements like that tend to age one dont they??? Have a nice restful afternoon.
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Yes, well the areas not worrying me so much now, still feels wierd, goes through aptches of tightmess, then pain, then fine, then stabbing pain etc etc. A complete guessing game. Thing is its basically the whole radiated area that feels this way, so I'm putting it down to that. The biggest lumps still comes and goes, even within a day or an hour, right now its feeling kinda biggish, this morning, couldn't feel it hardly at all... now word from oncologist yet. I'm starting to get just how whacked the public system is :o/!!! If no appointment made before we leave, we've get get it done privately as soon as we return. Thats funny about your assessment form LOL. Must be hard to pick just 5 - I totally agree, I'm totally different in work environment to at home, almost schitzophrenic (sp) LOL soniat-d (153 ) 1:45 pm, 3 Aug
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Hi Farmerlloyd |
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Yes thanks for that info - I'm booked in to attend ;o) Should be interested to hear what he has to say. My attitude is read/hear whatever advice is offered, and assess and interpret myself what I think is right for me ;o) soniat-d (153 ) 1:48 pm, 3 Aug
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Aren't you away next Saturday?? It will be full of appointments until then. Have you ever had Root Canals done? A lady was talking to me about that one day in relation to cancer, especially breast, that they believe comes from the germs that are left in the root canals after they are re-filled. I will see if I can find the link again and post it for you too read.. Very interesting, but quite scary too. I have had heaps of them done mostly on the side I had the Cancer. So maybe there is a connection???
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There you go Sonia........... |
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