Hi everyone, sorry Rozz I didn’t see your post on Friday. I’m not bothered either way about the spa, but if you’ve booked it that’s fine. When do you n3ed to know what treatments we’re having or do we say when we get there? Will probably just have a manicure. I’m not feeling brave enough to wear a swimming costume.
I’ve applied for a job in a special needs school and just found out that I’ve got an interview on the 1st April. I’m a bit nervous about the thought of change but I’ve been at my school for 8 years now and think a move might be good for me. I’ll see how I feel when I go for the interview.
The meal I booked was at the Red Hot World Buffet for the Saturday night. I booked for 16 but think I need to change it to 12 now. I’ve not booked anything for the Friday night though. Do you want to make plans when you get here? I’m working on the Friday so will meet up with you all on the Saturday if that’s ok. I’ll send Lynne my number so you can let me know what your plans are for the day And I can meet up for some morning shopping. I’m only a 10min train journey away.
Sorry Roz did not see your post until just now. I’ve had a weekend away to Aberdeen with friends. If you have booked me into the spa that’s fine but i am also happy to do the site seeing thing too as I said never been to manchester . Lynn x
Hi Roz I’ve just picked up your post- happy to go with spa if you’ve paid. i’ll probably just have a manicure too.
sandy- glad you’ve got mammogram over, and hope Tuesday goes ok. Great that you’re getting some help now too. mel-well done on your interview, fingers crossed.love to all of you mel xxx
Hi all,
Just catching up with posts, suddenly realised that there might be need to pay for spa and hadn’t logged in for a while. Rozz - thanks for sorting and will settle up when we meet - I think I said in my PM but massage would be my prefernce if you have to say before we arrive. I know Manchester a bit - not far from where I grew up, and I have friends nearby. I will get some advice on cafes etc that are good - I recall one with fantastic cakes so will be sure to check out the address of that one!!
Really looking forward to our weekend and hope everyone is feeling better for seeing a bit more sunshine recently 
Carol xx
Hi all
went back to see onc yesterday to get blood test results to see if I can change from tamoxifen to aromatase inhibitors. Two of the 3 markers said i am post menopausal and the other was borderline. So they suggested i come off tamoxifen for 4 weeks to see which side effects go ( hopefully all of them!!) and then try starting it again because apparently sometimes this improves side effects. If this doesn’t work for me I can change to aromatase inhibitors ( and have different side effects, of course). I’m so pleased to stop taking it- I stopped yesterday straight away! How’s everyone else doing with it?
love Mel xxx
I’m not having herceptin but I get joint stiffness, cramps and a poor nights sleep with Tamoxifen. After chemo it is bearable though. The lack of sleep reminds me of when my kids were babies. I seem to have just got used to it, though by Friday I’m falling asleep very early
I’ve made an appointment today for a new prosthesis. I can get a stick on one now I’m 6 months post rads. I’ve lost weight and my remaining good boob has shrunk to a 34A, so I’m a bit lopsided at the mo. I’m having trouble getting a bra too as local shops don’t seem to sell post surgery bras in a 34A. Just out of interest what happens to a reconstructed boob if you lose weight? Does the reconstruction shrink too or does it depend what type you have?
Afternoon Ladies,
I went for an ultra sound on my mx side and expander implant. The surgeon who was present for my op was there and remembered that it was me who they couldn’t find the port to fill the implant. (I thought it was me being a big baby). He looked at the tight piece of raised skin coming down from the implant under the scanner and said it’s either one of the filler tubes that circle the underside of the expander that has dropped, or a raised muscle/nerve or long scar tissue. It was definately not cancer. He also looked at the results from the mamogram to the left side and said that that was all was clear too.
He looked at the small wrinkle that has appeared and has said that when I go for the last remaining op next Feb he can take that out, create a new nipple and lift the other side a little to match. I left the place walking on air.
So it looks like Lori and I will be taking our Hospital holiday at around the same time next year.
Rozz, im trying to lose weight so that my left boob matches my implant so I don’t have to face the last fill. lol, but that can wait now until after our meetup.
Mel, The worst se of Tamoxifen for me was not sleeping through, however the more herceptin I have the more tired I get and so have been having some good nights. Sometimes Im struggling to stay awake after 9pm. Next is the feeling decrepid and joint ache. Wishing you all the best with the drug change though and that all goes well. Lv and hugs to all. Sandy. xxxxx
Great news Sandy
:womanhappy:good to hear you had such a positive experience Sandy xx
Hi,
I have added 2013 to the title of your thread, just to avoid any confusion for anyone starting chemo in April this year.
Hope that’s ok.
Best wishes
Janet
BCC Moderator
Great news Lynne. Not long now ladies xxx
Great news Sandy and Lynn. I have been given an appointment at the hospital where I was diagnosed and had lumpectomy, but don’t know if they will do a mammogram. Kinda hope so but also dreading it.
Diggy
Morning Angels,
Great news for the all clear Lynn. I too am feeling emotional about meeting. Can’t wait to hug everyone in person, and yes i will be a weeping mess. (Just to warn you in advance). LOl.
Lori, lovely message regarding Pauline and the other angels, Im sure we all second that.
Also to Jo and all at the Breast Cancer Care offices. A huge thank you to you all for working behind the scenes looking after us, keeping us together, and supporting each other. We will be raising a glass to you on Saturday night in Manchester.:smileyvery-happy:
Mel, would it be ok if we added Geoffs son to the meal. He lives in Manchester and would like to see his dad. Hope no-one else would mind, and I just don’t want to miss a minute of you all whilst their catching up.
Diggy, hope all goes well for you on Tuesday. Tell em to be extra careful. ooooooooh not long now. xxxx
Lovely messages Lori and Sandy. Everyone on this site has been so supportive. I’ve booked a table for 12 on Saturday but I’m sure they will accomodate more if need be. It is a big place. Xx
Hey Amber, It’s great to hear from you. Maybe you could meet with Angie and Fecinora I think they are up your way somewhere. Maybe this time next year we can all do the same again and you will be able to make it.
Hi Mel, what time did you book the meal for on Saturday night please? We have also borrowed a sat nav too. (Never used one). So we could end up any where. Lol.
Soooooooooooooooooooooooo excited. xxxx
Great to hear from you Judy and Amber- wish you could come, i’d love to meet you both. Glad you’re feeling ‘normal’ now Judy- you give me hope! glad you’re feeling more positive too Amber. It sounds like you found some good support.
Roz-Just read your post about the spa. Do you think I might be able to change to a shoulder/back massage instead of a manicure? doesn’t matter at all if not. I’m aching at the moment because I tried to jump over a mud patch in the park too enthusiastically, slipped and landed flat on my face, narrowly missing going headfirst into the stream. A quick look around confirmed that no-one saw me, so i struggled up and hobbled off, covered in mud and trying to look like nothing happened! I think I’ve reached that age when you stop falling over and start ’ having a fall’ Perhaps i can change it when we’re in Manchester.
So looking forward to meeting you all love Mel xxx
Hi Angels my bag is packed, tickets ready and very excited. Not sure if I’ll sleep much tonight! Can’t believe we will actually meet…at last! X
Diggy Wiggy
Have a safe journey tomorrow everyone xx
Great to hear from you Angie. We missed you at weekend. It was so nice to catch up. We think the next meet up should be in Scotland so you will hopefully be able to make it to that one. I’m glad your check up went well. I hope your eye test is ok too. Xx
How did you get on with your eyes Angie? I hope your appointment went ok.