Stop feeling guilty, small rant (BENCHLAND) (Part 1)

*sings* Here comes the bride!
Benches stood on end and arranged as arches for the happy couple to walk through. The spiders have woven special silver webs to decorate them and the alligators have been wrangled into their best behaviour. Have an amazing day, Jelly. :slight_smile: x

Jelly that’s wonderful!! I hope you have a fabulous day xx
Clothes…my body shape has changed, my body image has changed too. Yesterday I wore an old favourite dress - not too tight, nice v neck, swingy skirt. Left home feeling good. Poor ol sis then tried to wipe away with her finger what she thought was a speck of dust - one of the rads tattoos! So I spent the rest of the day with a cardi buttoned up to my neck thinking it must be hugely visible! It isn’t of course, just another minor insecurity to deal with :wink:

Jelly, have a wonderful day. 29 years ago to the day I was a young blushing bride. Today I’m not so young but still blushing furiously thanks to chemo hot flushes! More importantthat’ve young handsome man that was by my side is still here ( albeit not so young) as we sit lazily in bed eating malteasers. Romantic as ever and both with our bald heads reflecting the spring sunlight!

Thank you JCJ for letting everyone know my post vanished. I was beginning to be a bit paranoid! As it is I’ve done a virtual, Star Trek style transportation onto the train until my next chemo forces me to retire to bed!

MMMxx

Well that’s worn me out! Watching the London Marathon AND doing the ironing at the same time. Quite exhausted now. Need a little lie down. :slight_smile:

I lied when I said I cried myself out last year. Watching all these amazing people running for charity…sob, sniff, hiccup!

Jelly and mr jelly - wobble on together ! No? Ok - may your life together grow and deepen, be filled with love, laughter, forgiveness and tolerance and HEALTH!
spider webs were beautifully frosted, glistening in the sun… Benchie guard of honour very proud… Lots of fab dresses that fitted… Photos please Jelly, when you return to earth…

hope you had a fab day…
love Jane

We seem to have a bit of clothes theme going on (she says as she chucks confetti over Jellytot and Mr Jelly *****###*** ~~~~ )
What with wedding frocks, posh holiday frocks, clothes too big/too small/too old, I think we should ask Gok Wan (altogether now - bless him!) to sort us out!
I need pretty shoes that are waterproof and easy to walk in, the ā€˜right’ bra, and sexy but comfy trousers. Do you think he might do a Clothes Show in Morecambe???
Grumpy, but less so now that the rain has stopped…

Excellent idea! How to look good in flat shoes please Gok!

Congratulations Jelly - hope you had a fairy tale day and that you have a long and happy life together.

Oooooooh hope I don’t miss Gok’s advice…need all the help I can get!!
In a happier place today woo hoo think it was all to do with my independence soooooooooo while I was delighted that I am to receive help re the plane etc it made me annoyed that I do need help (not bc related). Really struggle to accept help, pain psych and myself had many an interesting discussion…obviously still can’t get my head around this…both daughters gave me a row yesterday at the same time so some tears shed and clearer head, well kinda??
Am my own worst enemy.
Sooooooooo will be leaving the Orient Express in the early hours of tomorrow morning, for another adventure !!
Looking forward to sunshine, blue skies and relaxing.
Enjoy your adventures girls, will catch up when I return home and will raise a glass of something to you all xx

Katytc have a good break, enjoy the sunshine, and be nice to yourself :slight_smile:

Have a wonderful break Katy, enjoy the sunsets!
Congratulations Jelly. Wishing you a happy life together.

Benchies,
quick photo from my wonderful day!

jelly xx

Wow, Jelly you look amazing… and Mr Jelly isn’t so bad either! :wink:

Thank you so much for sending the link - now stop posting for a bit and go and enjoy married life!! :slight_smile:

You lok so happy, I am so pleased for you… trully a day to remember :slight_smile:

:slight_smile: Jelly & Jelly’s wedding. You made it! I’m so happy for you! Now as RC says: s** off and enjoy yourself. (Only she didn’t put it so eloquently??! :p) see you again soon MRS J!

Mrs Jelly you look beautiful! And mr Jelly looks incredibly proud of you. What a lovely photo x

You look amazing! X
Tup

Mr and Mrs Jelly… Wonderful! Great photo, you made it! Enjoy!

Wonderful photo Jelly - thank you for sharing :smiley: xx

I’ve just taken part in the second phase of online testing for the new forum. You can do it too. Here:
breastcancercare.optimalworkshop.com/treejack/breastcancercareforum-round2-2

I’ve done it, I’ve finally done it. Three dry days in a row and I thought today was the day so I’ve finally done it! I’ve given the grass it’s first cut of the year. I’m always wary about an electric mower and damp/wet grass.
It doesn’t look good, it’s by no means a lawn, rather a place of some grass, lots of clover, loads of dandelions and other weeds but it is about 9 inches shorter than it was. Also 9 inches shorter than next doors! Hoping I can now cut it once a week, weather permitting and keep it looking reasonable. My son will also be pleased as he did it for me all last summer when I was unable to and now he’ll be able to concentrate on his own garden.

So I’m on the smug bench with my cup of tea and slice of cake
Sending hugs, beverage of choice and cake/chocolates to all those in need of them.