Fasting pre and post chemo

[Ginger999]

MHP, I for one appreciate the details you just shared with us. I've been wondering about all the topics you covered so thank you for that. With that said, I completely understand if you decide to let this thread go dormant. We will see you on others, I'm sure and we've connected on FB so I'm personally keeping an eye on you.

I'm so glad you are seeking help for your boys. Sons are so different than daughters. They are so likely just to stuff the stuff and not talk about it. I'm sure the younger ones are scared to death about what is going to happen with their Mom (the first woman they ever loved). So good for you and hubs for taking the step to get help with this. Hopefully if hubs needs it, he'll ask for help too.

As always..... Sending you loads and loads of energy and healing thoughts.

[scottish lass]

Hi MHP - lots to read and digest in your message. I do like to hear from you, it means a lot but we have connected outside of MWO - so whatever is best for you.
I am sorry that you and yours are struggling, but it is surely to be expected. Counselling sounds like a great idea. They can always try it and know that it is an avenue for them as needed.
I love your last sentence and I would love to remain a friend to be able to celebrate at Christmas 2015,
Rest well - and look into ways to get sleep - I am a firm believer that sleep is a great healer.
With love, and admiration, as always...

[myhappyplace]

Ahh...hello again...due to an addictive nature I'm back! I've noticed that my mental health doesn't seem as good this last week or so. Could be due to lots of things and could be because I can't just get here and spill my guts with no thought of what it means in 3D land. It can be really hard smiling all the time, you know?

That said...I've also missed you ladies. Other mediums just don't feel the same. So I'm here to say that I'm ready for chemo tomorrow. I've also been fasting today, much like previous times and now with the thought of laying the white cells dormant more than side-stepping nausea. My youngest son starts counselling tomorrow. My husband is steadily ripping our house to pieces in his efforts to keep busy. My FIL has decided to arrive for a 10 day stay. Life is ticking on with its ups and downs - FIL is a down btw...

So...what I really want to know is, how is everyone?

[tawnyfrog]

Well I'm so bloody glad you're back. This thread is incredibly important - for those who are going through/ have gone through/ or may one day go through what you're experiencing right now.

Thank you for your generosity in sharing all the "stuff" that happens, not just with you but with those who surround you - let us help you with the FIL. Ve haff peeple ...

[myhappyplace]

Snort...Froglette...pml and crying at the same time...

[myhappyplace]

Re the crying stuff...My niece (one of them, there are loads but this one is a fav) was operated on yesterday to remove some lumps from her breast. She won't have her results until Friday but it does look like it will be ok from the initial biopsy. However it just hit home that after I finish radiotherapy I'll have to look at BRCA testing which involves psychological counselling too. Its another thing to DO, if you know what I mean.

[nicelife]

Happs, just want to say I think you're an incredible generous soul to share this with us here. You've really met your situation head on, with courage, grace and tenacity. I'm terribly proud to 'know' you!

[Ginger999]

MHP, Glad you posted! I follow this thread in hopes that you will. Thank you. Sorry to hear about your neice. My neicy goes today for an ultra sound on her abdoman. Her blood count is really low and they think something may be going on with her girl parts. Keep her in your thoughts and I'll keep yours in mine too!

I'm not big on long visits from family even when they are cool. Sorry you have to deal with a FIL that's a downer. Ugh...don't people like that know what they are missing by being like that. SUCKS!

My good friend with BC is still waiting to start her radiation because of her detached retina. Can't get it stabilized so they can move forward. Her attitude is great though and she's being patient.

Hope this last Chemo treatment goes by quickly! Glad to hear you sonny boy is starting counseling. Only one thought they wanted it? Where in the pecking order does this son reside? The middle by any chance?

Well sorry to drone on and on but I missed you here! Glad you came back even if it's just this single post.

[NoSugar]

It is good to see you back, Happy, and you, too, Ginger.

Everyone should read this thread if for no other reason than to be reminded that health really is one of the most important things we have-- I'm truly incredulous that I squandered my health so recklessly for so many years (while at the same time being proactive regarding health in other areas...). Intellectually I know that that is the power of addiction but, man, how stupid!!! I have a head cold right now and was just thinking how I need to remember to be grateful when I can again breathe through both nostrils !

I'm sorry to hear about your nieces and friends facing scary medical challenges and that you might need to have genetic testing, Happy. We've gained so much because of medical advances but sometimes all the information feels more overwhelming than helpful. Sometimes I just want to bury my head and feel like I'd rather not know ahead of time and deal with things only if I have to. But then, how great to be able to prevent or ameliorate problems if we can... It is just tough, isn't it?

I hope you're capitalizing on your spouse's hyperactivity, Happy, and getting some projects done that you want. My husband is clever - he is always doing really helpful projects and jobs so I would have to be quite a jerk to complain, but they tend to be things he values more than I do. The things I think would be just great for him to do tend to be much less rewarding and fun, I'm afraid.

Ok. Time to work. Thanks for keeping the thread going. xx, NS

[myhappyplace]

I love seeing you all here. It's that simple, just clears my head. Mental health is becoming a priority otherwise it's impacting on me physically. If that makes sense?

In no particular order coz I'm a bit scatty this morning, NS husband is being super clever and between juggling digging stuff etc has started on the kitchen? Very clever eh? Well it would be if cooking was a priority but he has bought a very sparkly large range type oven that I adore so he is on the right path! Ginge, you absolutely have the exchange of energy over our nieces, all bits crossed for good results. Nicey and Froglette. :heartbeat:

So, off to chemo shortly. The bonus of having the week off is that last week they got a vein straight away. Because my surgery was on my left breast all bloodwork - which is every week prior to chemo to check white count etc - and chemo itself is in my right arm. Bloodwork on the inside elbow, chemo in the hand or wrist. It makes it impossible to smack the dog when I get home after she's ripped the washing off the line. Or that's my excuse anyway!

Better hit the shower. Thank you all so much. I've been thinking a lot of Dark Diamond lately and Nursie too. What NS said about taking our good health for granted is so true. Make the most of each day x

[scottish lass]

MHP - so glad to see you back here again - I was just thinking of trying to message you thru fb. I love to hear from you, you are a huge inspiration to me, and I hold you in such high regard. I am struggling with some stuff just now, and it is getting me down - having you to remind me as to how lucky I really am, is very good for me.
You are attacking what has been dealt you with such grace and good nature.
I am sorry that the FIL will be a downer - we will be sending some vibes over the airwaves to sort him out!
I hope the counselling is good for your son, and maybe your other son and husband can see the benefit. If not maybe all the jobs that need doing will be completed soon.
Thinking of you as you go through treatment today, with so much love - and agreed with nicelife - it is an honor to "know" you,
Quick check in to just say how good it was to "see" you here...chat more later...

[myhappyplace]

SL, talk soon, whatever is worrying you and getting you down I hope you can put it into pieces and deal with it a chunk at a time. Sent you a message anyway.

Have to laugh re my FIL, you know the worst of it is when I see him next to my husband, it terrifies me to think I've married my father-in-law - they are that much alike physically! and little mannerisms too. Mmmm....

Back in from chemo, Phenergan really knocked me for a good while but I'm up and about now and having a cuppa with my husband who is just home. I so adore tea.

[Ginger999]

MHP, Sorry the Phenergan knocked you but glad you rallied quickly. Tell me about your favorite teas? I'm struggling to find one that I like (not a tea drinker here) and it's getting cold. This is my first winter without AL and I need a warm cup of something during my "witching hour".

Thinking of you always....

SL, Sending you a PM.

[satz123]

MHP, Sorry the Phenergan knocked you but glad you rallied quickly. Tell me about your favorite teas? I'm struggling to find one that I like (not a tea drinker here) and it's getting cold. This is my first winter without AL and I need a warm cup of something during my "witching hour".

Thinking of you always....

SL, Sending you a PM.

Ginger
I LOVE Three Tulsi Tea - really soothing and warming.
http://www.wildflowerapothecary.com/...s-of-tulsi-tea
I get this one :
http://livesuperfoods.com/pukka-herb...tulsi-tea.html

[satz123]

Who on here mentioned the amino acid L-Theanine ?
And what did it do for them ?

Sorry to hi-jack your thread Happs