Good to hear that you’re feeling well, Val - and that the weather is doing you good! Thanks for the bisphosphonate tips. I’m going to start it tomorrow.
Good plan to stock up on the heavy shopping, Rosie.
Love to all,
Eliza xx
Deb big hugs.
Eliza glad that the osteopenia has been caught early. I took my sister to the hospital today for u/s on her neck and further excision of her melanoma. It didn’t go quite as smoothly as we were hoping. A nodule has been found in her thyroid and the margins weren’t clear. She had a needle biopsy done and was sent straight to see an ENT consultant. He will do an endoscopy next week. It wass then to the day unit for the further excision and she was there for 5 1/2 hours! It was then a 20 mile drive to get her home by which time the snow was coming down quite heavily, and 11 miles back home for me. It was well gone 7 by the time I got home and I’m shattered. We now have another week of waiting for biopsy results.
It’s back to work for me tomorrow. 
I could really get used to being a lady of leisure.
Looking forward to the weekend.
Nicky xx
Big hugs to Rosie and Debs…keep your pecker up girls. Di and Jane fingers still crossed for your mums.
The waiting is the worst Nicky …as you well know…hoping for the best for your sister. why not think of going part time…that might work out better for you, especially with the troubles you are still having…an option anyway.
Why has the snow come so blooming early. The pennines either shelters us from the worst or brings the worst. Buses stopped, schools closed 3days now and still the snow comes. Daughter and hubby walked to work this week and I’ve been looking after my grandson…
The East coast and poor Scotland have it bad…but yet it comes. I hope it will start melting tomorrow and Friday…what rotten timing!!!Fingers crossed!!!
take care all you out there…
ps sorry for complaining, its just a small thing in the grand scheme of things…
Helenxxx
Sending out oodles of hugs for those that are in need and fingers crossed and positive vibes for all.
Hope you are all managing in the snow,apart from last Friday we haven’t been too bad here,very cold and icey but not too much of the white stuff,but then we are on the coast and looks a different kettle of fish up in them thar hills ! The scone express is still tootling around and am keeping my market stall in the back to weigh it down. Fingers crossed that everyone able to still make the meet,am thinking of fitting a snow plough to the front of the scone express just to make sure I get there !
Right off to make the mince pies.
Sandra x
Well, it’s winter wonderland time here – over a foot of snow and still falling, freezing fog forecast for tomorrow, so I don’t think I’m going to risk the 200 mile drive to Ross. Anyway, I’ve got no chance of even getting my (very low) car out at the moment. I’m sure all those who make it will have a wonderful time.
Nicky, sorry you had such a marathon on Tuesday with your sister and I hope she is coping with it all. Waiting – it’s the worst time. Wishing her all the very best of outcomes.
I hope the outstanding mammo results come soon, but can’t understand why so many people have to wait for them. I have my mammo at the same time as my clinic check and the mammo is reviewed there and then, so I know the results the same day. Simple and very stress free.
Hugs to all who have concerns/problems at the moment. Difficult times for many, but we’ve gone through lots of those over the last couple of years and you know all the storm riders are rooting for you and wishing you well. We’re hanging on to that rope!
I saw the onc last week and was sort of expecting him to just discharge me. However, I managed to get talked into trying another AI and came out with a prescription for Aromasin. I nearly chucked the packet in the bin when I saw the first “very common” SE was difficulty sleeping. I’d only just started getting enough sleep and felt so much better for it. Anyway, 7 tablets down and so far, not so bad, although I’ve had 3 nights when I was awake for ages in the middle of the night, so the jury is out.
Keep warm all. x
Good evening lovely SRs,
I am humbled by the continuing kindness from you all, particularly when each & every one of you have their own challenges, troubles and busy lives to handle.
Eliza, I hope that you settle in to your new osteopenia drug regime as it sounds quite a handful. Rosie, wishing you well with all those boxes … here’s hoping that the weather isn’t going to prevent you from getting to Ross and indulging in a well-deserved few drinks. Nicky, what a day you & your sister had, do hope that having to return to work in all this snow hasn’t been too exhausting too. Helen, I agree with you about the snow - its a real pest, I’ve felt so isolated and cut-off. I hope it will start melting soon and that as many of you as possible will get to the weekend gathering. Sal, I hope that the Aromasin works for you - keeping fingers crossed for you m’dear. Jacq, here’s hoping you’re able to get to Dublin to celebrate your birthday.
Continuing vibing and positive thoughts being sent to those waiting for results or waiting for results for their loved ones. Huge big hugs to you all (((((())))))
Lastly, Val (SL) thank you, thank you, thank you. I’ve read such supportive and understanding words on here, but yours have been the most so and they have given me such heart.
Lots of love to you all - keep safe & warm everyone
Debs xx
Dear Debs, thank you so much for your thanks you-s! That made my day. Debs I know things have been hard for you recently but I myself have had very low points in my life and it helps me to know that my words have helped you in some way. Feel free to PM me anytime you need to, even if you just want to let off steam.
Hi to everyone else. I made red pepper/fresh tomato soup today which was delicious. Now we are having a late supper…home made bread and lots of lovely cheeses from France and Spain ( via Tesco!). The red wine aint bad either…hugs to all from snow surrounded Val X
Good evening SRs,
Sorry, I have been going through phase where I’ve found it difficult psychologically to come on to the site. A couple of friends from the other strand I write on have had scares (one is okay thankfully, and one is still awaiting results) and the whole bc thing seems to loom large on the horizon again. Thinking of you Jacq and Eliza awaiting your annual results. I’ve got my second squashogram in January and I’m already anxious. I too am on AdCalD3 and Alandronic Acid. I really hate the sweet chalky flavour of the AdCal.I try to mask it by eating breakfast or dinner straight afterwards!
Thinking of you Jane and Nicky hope your mother and sister will be okay respectively.
I can empathise with you on how you feel about the break-up Debs. That was me two years ago. I’m still not over it yet, but the rawness of has gone and I can enjoy things again and not have the constant reminders with me of the one I lost (in my case it was an affair - wrong I know but it happened).
The snow has certainly been quite bad in South London. I’ve not dared go out the last couple of days as the pavements are lethal.
In the last couple of weeks though I’ve spent three days on a short break in Chesterfield - such a lovely old-fashioned market town. We went on day trips to Bakewell and Buxton and the old plague village of Eyam. Then last weekend I did some early Christmas shopping in Oxford Street and timed it right for the seasonal fair which was held along the centre of the street: I loved the American Coca Cola truck and carol singers.
Well I’m thinking of you all and wish everyone a good evening.
Love Victoria xx
Your soup and bread sound delicious Val xxx
Just a quick one to say I hope you all have a fab week end in Ross and thank you again for all the possitive vibes re my mother. Its been the longest two weeks ever. They wouldn’t say anything after her scan on Tue’s, except we would have to wait until her appointment with consultant on Mon. So keep the vibes coming.
Love to you all, especially those of you with worries. Di, Nicky I hope your mother/sister are well soon. (((((((((hugs)))))))
Jane xx
Thank, Jane. You and your mother will be very much in our thoughts, and will you and yours, Di, and all of us who can’t be there this weekend. So many of us seem to be having difficulties of one sort or another at the moment.
Thanks, Victoria, and yes, that AdCal is awfully sweet. Hope you can overcome the anxiety to enjoy your Christmas away.
Val (sl), you have been a great help to many of us on this thread. I know that I value your practical advice and comments - like those about the bisphosphonate of a few days ago. That late supper sounds pretty good!
I think I’ll settle into the routine, Debs. The first one cause me to feel a bit grotty yesterday, but hopefully that will settle as it goes on.
Sal, as you know, the Aromasin is much better for me than tamoxifen was. Fingers crossed for you. I know that part of the problem with immediate mammo results at my hospital is that the radiologist isn’t always there. But that should still mean waits of no longer than a week.
Love to all and see some of you later,
Eliza xx
Hi girls…wish the snow and ice had timed it differently, but thats how it is…have a great time at the meet those who can make it…
Sal …good luck with the aromasin, really really hope it works for you…you will have some side effects, thats the deal, but if they are copeable, then I’m sure you will be ok.Try something herbal to help you sleep at night…they might work!!
Victoria…I used to chomp the ADcal then eat a pear afterwards to get rid of the taste. It takes more like chalk to me. But for the last year I’ve broken it up into small pieces and swallowed it that way, I figured if I’m taking it everyday, its got to dissolve eventually and do its job!!
I also am writing to a friend on another strand, who has had a reoccurance and is real scared…know how you feel… take care.
Love and hugs to Jane and Dis mums…and Jane when do you have your op?
Di I’m having a routine smear next week…I hope the effects of arimidex doesnt prevent it happening!!!like it did yours… ooooer!
To those waiting for results, are feeling low…big hugs to all…
Helenxxx
Hello everyone,
Victoria - its lovely to see you onsite again and thank you so much for facing those difficulties to come here and post again. I’m so sorry to hear that you are continuing to struggle psychologically, but I’m sure the counselling will reap rewards in due course. I have to admit that I will be returning to my old counsellor next year (when I can afford it) as I feel that I have a few things psychologically-speaking to work through and I’m sure that I will find it positive and helpful for moving forward. Try to keep the anxiety at bay for January’s mammo … what am I saying, I’m trying hard not to think about my first year one which I assume will come up in February. Thank you for sharing your painful breakup experience of a couple of years ago. I know that only time will do its work here too.
Val, I regularly find your posts - not just on this thread but on others - to be so lovely, so warm, so helpful and insightful. I am glad that it gives you pleasure to hear that - because you do so much for others.
Continuing hugs and positive thoughts for Eliza & Jaq’s mammo results, for Di & Jane’s Mum’s results, to Jane herself for the little op and to Helen in the hope the smear test will go fine.
To everyone heading up to Ross: have a wonderful, wonderful time gathered together. So sorry that I can’t be with you, but I’m sure you will make the most of it, despite the weather-depleted numbers.
To everyone else - thinking of you and hoping that the world is being kind to you.
Keep safe & warm all!
With lots of love
Debs xx
Just a quick message for those on Adcal. I have been taking them for years and sometimes I just cannot stomach them…so I have another form of Calcium tablets called “Calcichew” which is a bit more palatable. Not sure if your doctor will want you to change but you can always ask. Love Val
Joes bar is open and doing a good trade in Ross. The grocery van managed to get up the icy hill to bring our food - even though he demolished a lamp post on the way to us.
Sandra si whoop whooping it up and Rosie is sayin yeha.
We’ll be making good use of the swimming pool and there are plenty of plastic bags to go sledging. Rosie plans on making a snowman and will steal a carrot for the nose.
Thinking of you all. Pull up a stool and join us.
Lots of love from
Calam, Scotia, Ponchocat, Quest and Snowy xxx
Oh have a fab time girls. Eat, drink and be merry… this is the good that comes out of BC!
Glad to hear Joe is doing good business
Take care on the bin bags!
Love Sheila xxxxx
Thanks for all the Adcal tips. Funnily enough I too used to eat them with pears to follow. I’d have pears and porridge for breakfast preceded by meds!
Wishing everyone a good weekend in Ross.
I’ve got a cold which is turning into bronchitis so may have to get an antibiotic.
Wishing everyone a good weekend.
Victoria x
Hi all…sounds like the ross girls are having a great time … make your snowman giant proportions Rosie, dont break any legs sledging and I’ll get Joe to whip up some of my speciality cocktails for you for later enjoy…yeeha!!
Victoria take care of yourself love, and get to docs and get antibiotics soon as…before the bronchitis takes hold.
Val, I’ve never heard of the alternate calcium you’ve suggested, wont be seeing gp till next year , but if I remember, will ask him then. Ta love.
Jane when is the op. If you have had it I hope its gone well for you. take care.Hope your mum and Dis are doing ok…
take care all
Helenxxx
Good morning everyone, hope you are having a great break at Ross-on-Wye. I wish I could be there too but I have only managed to dig myself out of the street. I think it may be thawing just a teeny wee bit. Snow is all about but there is no more falling from the skies.
I am having my MRI Scan on the 13th, results take 2 weeks so I guess I won’t hear any results until the New Year. So will just put it all on the back burner for now. I am feeling well so that is a blessing in itself. I have finished reading 2 library books, I am knitting a baby shawl but now I NEED to get out of the house and see some action! Love to all. Val
Hello all,
Four of us now left here as Sandra left this morning. We had a lovely celebration last night and drank to all the SRs. As always we have an abundance of food and drink. Mary has just appeared with mulled wine and Sandra’s mince pies.
We have also tested out swimming pool and sauna. But we haven’t been able to make snowmen or go sledging or skiing.
Mulled wine and mince pies are calling,
Eliza xx
PS There is a new member of staff and Joe’s - rather short and a bit hirsute.