Hi Jules just joined and saw your post above I would love to read yours from the beginning I started a journal when I was diagnosed beginning September mine is called “ my unexpected journey” it would be good to know how others felt similar emotions feelings and shock that I felt and went through had my 2nd chemo today so I know there will be nights that I will lay awake so this site hopefully will be a great comfort I do hope your journey is going as well as it can with not too many bumpy roads xx
Hi and welcome to the forum which I hope you will find supportive. My story is more that of my late husband as I joined when he was diagnosed and the support of the forum for nearly three years during his illness helped me considerably. Since he passed away in January 2015 the virtual friends I made here continue to chat and show me kindness just by listening to me rabbit on!!
You are more than welcome to post on my thread but it may also be worth starting a thread of your own and perhaps mentioning the kind of cancer you have in the title. This way others who may relate to your own personal journey can respond and I am sure there are many who will definitely understand the sleepless nights along with all the emotions you go through as you undergo treatment and wish you all the best with your treatment plan and hope you have family and friends who can also be there for a support network. Jules
Just a quick post to say Mrs B has been in hospital all day. She collapsed after breakfast and I had to call the ambulance. They think she may has gastro enteritus but heavens knows where she picked it up from.They have been busy pumping fluids into her all day. She is still in A,& E at the moment. They are trying to find a bed on one of the wards for her. They may be sending her home in the morning but wont knoe until then.
Will find out more in the morning hopefully. Worried the daylights out of me this morning.
Bless her, very unpleasant bug but she is in the right place to get the necessary treatment. Sending big hugs to you both and will keep you both in my thoughts. Jules
I did have a busy day yesterday. I had to cancer three of Mrs B's appointments. Also I had to make arrangements for someone to take the subs at our woodclub last night as I went to the hospital to see Mrs B. Had to take this years copy of the woodclubs fire list to one of our committee which we all have to sign. picked up Mrs B's prescription. Also did the washing. Make you laugh now; took me twenty minutes to find out how to switch the washing machine on Give me a block of wood any day. Come home at 8.00pm and did the ironing. I now realize a womans work is never done.
Mrs B is okay in herself Its just that this bug has upset her diabetes, blood pressure and all her other problems so she has seen one consultant allready and has to see another one today. But she is getting very well looked after.
Have to run now for Ive got to put my shopping hat on and venture down the supermarket. I have had a list of things to do so I know she is getting better ha ha.
So sorry to hear about poor Mrs B, really hope she is on the mend now, bless her. You did make me laugh about the washing machine! Did you tell Mrs B? Sending hugs to you both.
She is okay in herself. But she never makes a good patient Her blood sugar levels are high at the moment as she is still linked up to a drip so shes not able to do anything and like me she hates just sitting around. She cant wait to get home.
With regards to the washing machine I've had to go out and buy myself a selt of L plates and another set for the iron.ha ha. I am able to cook for myself Chips, chips and more chips ha ha
Just had a phone call from Mrs B to say she is coming home this afternoon. They are bringing her home so will have the kettle on ready. Perhaps I can even hang up my L plates. I could her the joy in her voice and know she will be so glad to get home.
Bett get the place tidied up or I shall be taking her place in the hospital ha ha.
Brilliant news that Mrs B is homeward bound and know she will really appreciate all your efforts and no doubt there will be a few chuckles at your 'new skills'. L plates indeed;I think a set of P plates are the order of the day (cost the same ha ha) or maybe she can set you some homework to test your know how. Fingers crossed that her diabetes will be stablised now but I know you will have your eagle eyes on her.
Seriously it is never easy having to jump in at the deep end and I certainly have not learnt new DIY skills since hubby died but come to rely on the 'tradesmen' and their skills! However my duster is being kept very busy whilst the refurbishment carries on. Day off today as the tiles 'bond' but full steam ahead again tomorrow.
When the tiler arrived yesterday(booked by my plumber) it was a nice surprise to find I knew him. He was in the same class as my daughter throughout her school years.........small world...............and he still recognised me!!
Hope you both have a more relaxed evening. Take good care.Jules
Brilliant news that Mrs B is homeward bound and know she will really appreciate all your efforts and no doubt there will be a few chuckles at your 'new skills'. L plates indeed;I think a set of P plates are the order of the day (cost the same ha ha) or maybe she can set you some homework to test your know how. Fingers crossed that her diabetes will be stablised now but I know you will have your eagle eyes on her.
Seriously it is never easy having to jump in at the deep end and I certainly have not learnt new DIY skills since hubby died but come to rely on the 'tradesmen' and their skills! However my duster is being kept very busy whilst the refurbishment carries on. Day off today as the tiles 'bond' but full steam ahead again tomorrow.
When the tiler arrived yesterday(booked by my plumber) it was a nice surprise to find I knew him. He was in the same class as my daughter throughout her school years.........small world...............and he still recognised me!!
Hope you both have a more relaxed evening. Take good care.Jules
