I’ve recorded so much stuff because it looked interesting but probably won’t get round to watching it all.
I’m reminded of that woman in the TV show, Hoarders who had 6 VHS recorders all going at the same time and a house full of videos she’ll never watch but she had to have them. They even overspilled into her garden so got wet and would be unwatchable. I think the show ended with her getting psychiatric help after a family intervention.
I was wondering where you are today Dreamy. I hope all is well.x
I’ve been sleeping…went to bed around 2pm and that was me 'til 7. I was so tired.
I’ve also been watching the tennis - it’s been pretty engrossing.
Just as long as you are OK Dreamy.
You know how I worry. x
I’m fine. I just hope that I don’t pick up any more infections between now (end of my antibiotics courses) and next Thursday, my hospital admission.
Still buoyed by the thought that I have almost completed treatment now. It was the end of January when this all started. I was having trouble moving my upper limbs, couldn’t put a jumper on. My G.P. thought it was because I had fallen on the ice but it was a tumour in my neck pressing on a nerve which controlled my arms. At the beginning they didn’t think I had cancer as it’s rare for Hodgkins to come back, but it was a new cancer. I was very unlucky.
I’ve been very lucky in having a good G.P. service and hospital which diagnoses things very quickly. Only 90 minutes after taking your blood they can find out all sorts of things.
I could do with an extended break - time away from hospitals, nurses and doctors. I’m not going on holiday, though, as I would be scared something would happen. Still enjoying my new TV and all the programmes it offers. Wish that I could get out more but become breathless very easily. I’d like to take some photos, testing my phones out.
So I’ve had this for 6 months now and it’s been a rollercoaster of emotions. Whatever, I’ll move on from all this and one day look back feeling much better.
Today I went out and bought some bananas and red grapes amongst other things. I don’t like going for too much time without any fresh fruit.
You will Dreamy, and you will be able to support others.
It is all scary stuff, and very different from the last time.
But you do have determination, that is what will carry you through. I do admire that in you.
I’m willful, which hasn’t always been to my benefit.
Well, it is now. You are amazing, you get to the bottom, then pull yourself up. You will get your holiday too.
I’d like to visit Iceland, but fear it may prove very costly.
It is I checked.
Good Night Dreamy sweet dreams my lovely friend.
Good Night, Sweetie x
Just checking how things are with you today Dreamy. X
Things are fine - the weather is a little muggy for my liking but I’ve kept myself occupied after yesterday’s siesta. I still slept last night but probably not as much as usual.
I’m hoping Val J is OK - haven’t seen her post here in a few days.
Yes I thought that.
I’m glad you are OK.
Thanks for the reply.
I’m ok thanks Ffosse and Sweetie, I’ve been reading more than posting these last few days. It’s the tiredness which is getting to me and of course the heat. I used to love to sit in the sun but now I have to cover up as my skin is very dry with the chemo. I don’t know when my chemo will finish but I can understand how you are looking forward to the end of your treatment. Hope you are still feeling good Ffosse and that all will go ahead as planned.
Hello Val, we have missed you, but understand.
Have you tried olive oil on your dry skin?
Hope all has settled down for you and your family too Sweetie.
I’ve not tried olive oil Sweetie but have all sorts of creams which are supposed t be good. I also bought udder cream, the stuff they use to stop cow’s udders getting sore!
That udder cream has antiseptic in it!!!
Try olive oil it is very like the natural oils in our skin.
Or Vit E oil from Superdrug.
I think the udder cream I use is not quite the same, I’m sure it’s a special one for the beauty market. It was my chemo nurse who recommended it! Does the olive oil soak in, I would be worried about getting it on clothes and furnishings! I appreciate your suggestions Sweetie.
