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My head's maiden voyage...
Well...this weekend i decided...no more hats. Bailey, my wig, has long been on her stand. It's just too hot to wear her right now, felt like wearing a ski hat in summer. But this weekend, decided, to heck with it. Even tho i look like a combination between a poorly watered chia pet and an alian, ta da!!!! a little dab of…
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Any runners on this site
I just read Claudias post about her 10K and I am curious if there are any other joggers or runners on this site and if so are you still able to go? I really miss it. I was used to running about3 to 4 times per week 3 to 5miles each time. I ve been out once since my surgery in May and couldnt to 1/2 block without being…
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Music
I posted two audios to the expressions gallery. This is my daughter playing the piano and singing. If you have an chance and would like, please listen. These are two of my favorites. Hope you enjoy them too. Oh, and if the picture here is what it is supposed to be, it is my family when we were all tap dancers. Stef
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Laura, Claudia, Moopy, Pammy and anyone else that has appointments today
Your strength and humor have carried me. May it carry you also today! I am praying for you and sending you all kinds of positive energy! xoxoxo Lynn
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1 down 3 to go BC Sucks!
Hey guys! I'm writing from sunny (or in this case rainy) FL. My sister had her first TC treatment today! I've got her on plenty of fluids and I must say she's doing very well. She goes in on Friday morning for her Neulasta shot and we're stocked up on the extra strength Tylenol just incase :) I again wanted to thank…
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Sorry...missed it again
I missed the conference call yet again. I even had it written down. How stupid am I? I guess my brain really isn't functioning as well as I thought... Anyway, I apologize to all of you, and Greta as well. I feel sooooo bad. I really wanted to hear all your voices. :-( Debi the Dope
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Hi everyone
Well, we went to chemo today and my sister got her blood work back and palettels (ms)oops so, they sent us home and we will try again next Wednesday. She is down and so am i but tomorrow is another day. and the sun will rise. love ya all
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Greatest Losers...results are in!!
Well, another week of sweat, tears, and no chocolate (hence the tears), but the results are in. They are as follows: 4slurpee - (+.8) (-6) = (-5.2) Takes the lead!!! Tasha_111 - (0) (-5) = (-5) Comes in second place!!! Lolad (-5) (+1) = (-4) Follows in third place!!! Fauxma (-1.2) (-2.3) = (-3.5) taleena (0) (-2.1) =…
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YEAH!!!! I GOT TO GO TO MY ONCO APPT TODAY
So, I finally got in to see my oncologist rather than "ED". I have had several problems recently such as the spasms I have mentioned in a previous post, high kidney levels, hot spots in my hips and the need to schedule my mammogram. My Onco decided to run a complete blood panel on me to see if I have start of arthritis,…
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Getting to know you...
Hello everyone! My name is Sherry and I'm new on here. I joined yesterday, browsed through some of the discussion topics, made a few replies, navigated through some of the other members pages and now think I have a pretty good feel for the place! I was diagnosed with stage 4 Inflamatory Breast Cancer (IBC) on July 15,…
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New Member
Good morning ladies...I just joined this am....I have been visiting this site for awhile, but just decided to join this am.....from what I have read, you are a very supportive group of mighty warriors...want to share a little about myself.....am 62(almost 63) I found a lump in left breast on 6/17/09 & saw gyn on…
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Getting into chat
Hello everyone. I'm new here. I had surgery July 21 to remove a lump and some lymph nodes. Yesterday I had the followup appointment with the surgeon. She removed the drain and is pleased with my healing progress. I'll see the oncologist for the first time on the 13th of August, to discuss the chemotherapy treatment.…
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Checking In
Hope everyone had a good weekend. I also hope for everyone that all unanswered questions have been answered; tough decisions have been made; appointments were positive; treatment is what you think is right for you; and first time treatments were scary but seen through. This is what I prayed for us all this weekend. Got my…
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Birthday Suit!!
Just thought I would post a pic of my "Birthday Suit" since it's my Birthday!! "Celebrate Good times, com'on!!" "We're gonna have a party!" "celebrate Good times, com'on!!" Have I got that song in your head yet? :( -) Pammy
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For Love Not Money
Isn't it funny that the greatest g i f t s on earth cost nothing. Money does not last. but love lives on forever. My daughter runs every weekend in Denver Colorado, she runs for me and us, she trains and works out hard, volunteers for every relay, marathon, runs, helps put signs on their backs, whatever she can do. She…
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Soybeans, Tofu
I want to know what the Cancer Society's stand on tofu and soybeans. Are they bad for patients with breast cancer or are breast cancer survivors? I see conflicting articles on the internet. I appreciate your opinions
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Blessed!
You know, I was just reading thru some of the posts here and suddenly I felt myself getting teary eyed. And, you want to know why? It is because I realized how much wisdom, how much kindness, how much comfort and support you all give anyone and everyone that posts on this board. It truly is amazing. We are all so blessed…
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TJHAY - Your TATTOO on your EXPRESSION page is AWESOME!
Tj, I just saw the tattoo design on your expression page. I love it! It is very, very beautiful. I love all of the different colored ribbons inside the big pink one! Very nice! Kristin Now, back to copying recipe's off of the recipe thread here. Those recipes are very good!
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we will be gone for a few days
Jake and I will be gone for a few days Wednesday noonish til Saturday morning--going to 'You and Me' camp. Will be filled with fun. I didn't want my friends to worry if they didn't hear from me. On Monday I am in a breast cancer golf tournament 'Teeing it up for Ta Ta's'. Have a great week everyone and talk to you soon. I…
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Amberen - For Hot Flashes
I am taking Tamoxifen and of course I have the Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, and weight gain to go along with it. Does anyone know if Amberen can be taken with the Tamoxifen? Because of being ER/PR2 - HER2 Positive the Tamoxifen is a Hormone Blocker - Does the Amberen conflict with the Tamoxifen? If it doesn't interfere with…
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tomorrow is it :{
Ok guys. Im such a nervous wreck and crying and having panic attacks and everything else. Tomorrow is my day i start chemo. I am just so afraid. Why? I thought i would be stronger because up until now ive had a pretty positive attitude. And my post a week ago, you guys helped me feel better, so why is all the negative…
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Prelim path reaults from Mondays surgery
Wanted to give an update my surgery Monday went well no real pain to speak of My surgeon called yesterday with prelim path results she was able to get all the DCIS with Very small margins (1mm) so she is taking case to a team of Drs to get other opinions om whether or Not to do another surgery. The good news Is that they…
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Happy Birthday Dear Pammy
I am not one of the singers of the band but here it goes Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday dear Pammy Happy Birthday to you Oh yea you live in a zoo hahaha now i have to be respectful till i catch up cause we are not the same age anymore happy smiles tjhay
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Day 11 of Pammy's Rads
Whew! What a busy day! Went to radiation expecting same old, same old. Noooooo, not on MY Birthday! First, as I am walking to take my place under "Optimus Prime", I notice there is someone "shadowing" my regular tech. Gulp! Oh no, not a nubie playing with the buttons on my zapping!! Yikes. My tech politely tells me Happy…
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Thankful
Have I told you guys lately just how thankful I am for all of you?!For so many reasons!! When I feel like the rest of the world couldn't possibly understand what I'm going through-you do.I can't see your faces of course,but I 'm pretty sure you all wouldn't look at me clueless when I want to rant and rave and vent!I don't…
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What is a hot flash like?
I have never had a hot flash and hopefully won't for many years. But, they sound horrible. Can someone describe them? Thanks, Lex
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It's Going To Be Long, Fret-Filled Weekend...keep me in your thoughts please!
It is really hard to be 50' tall sometimes, and this is one of those times~my knees are buckling, making it difficult to stand. After almost 7 years post dx, and all good labs, mammos, MRI's etc etc...my "affected" breast is hot, a bit swollen, achy and sensitive to the touch , for lack of a better word, I am "aware" of…
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Conference Call
To all you early risers (it was 6 a.m. where I am) I deeply enjoyed being able to hear you voices and actually converse with you in real time. Hugs to each of you! RE
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All my smokeless winners
Ok Girls it is Monday and everyone should on the bandwagon as of today. So its roll call time. tjhay is and going well the rest of you?
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Pregancy after Breast Cencer for a 31 year old
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006 at age 28. My cancer was estrogen postive. I underwent a lumpectomy, chemo & Radiation. I am now goin on caner free for three years. My oncologist said he didn't see a reason why I couldn't conceive, but I still went to see a Reproductive Specialist. The specalist mentioned that…