I have cancer....the road to recovery

[sisterdog]

Slick,
I usually lurk and don't post, but I need to respond to this thread. I have gotten to "know" you as a strong, intelligent woman with a great sense of humor, and regret you must go through this. I, too am an 11-year survivor of breast cancer, and I know that attitude can make a crucial difference. Your positive attitude tells me you will be a survivor, too. If you get a chance, read Bernie Siegal's books - he writes a lot about attitude and survivorship. Know also that your PT family is here for you when you need us - don't think you have to tackle this all alone. Take care...you will be in my thoughts.

[Catty1]

Okay, Slick - now that you have a suggested list of where to find all the hotties at the hospital, you have a lot of OUR names to put on the visitor's list!

Of course - the fellows have to be cat-crazy. Or just crazy and easily persuaded!

HUGS!

[slick]

I wish I had time to respond to each and every one of you. I truly am overwhelmed by the response I've gotten as I've always felt that I'm not one of the popular ones here.

I've just spent some time reading this thread and taking in all of your love and concern. Thank you for the links, the book suggestion and most of all, for sharing some of your survival stories. Truly they have inspired me and even though I always felt that I will be a survivor, your thoughts have given me a new strength I didn't even know I had.

It's funny, but facing something like this does force you to look at your own mortality and it really does change your outlook. I was visiting someone last night and she was complaining that the mail slot in her new screen door was put in crooked. The first thing I said to her was "don't sweat the small stuff and it's all small stuff". I've always tried to live by that but even more so now.

You know what scares me the most???
1. Hospital food. I've told my coworkers that if they want to visit me, bring some good stuff, like dim sum or sushi or something else mouth-watering.
2. Those hospital gowns. I know I'll have to wear it for the first couple of days but I'm going to ask if my Mom can bring me my own nightshirt. At least it will cover up my "XXL backside".
3. Being put in a room with other patients. Hey, I've been sleeping alone for 10+ Years and I don't look forward to hearing someone else's snoring in the same room or someone else hearing me fart in my sleep...then again, maybe I snore????

I'm going to take a page out of Andy's book and have my slippers brought up to me. They are white cat slippers with a long tail.

Kelly, Sis: your post had me rolling in the aisles. I know that your experience is in the States....I just hope that Canada has the same caliber of health care workers. Thank you so much for the belly laughs.

Phred: many thanks to the Prayer Pups. I'll see you at Findlay next year.

I think my op will be in the Vancouver General Hospital and unfortunately it doesn't have any email. I'll have to teach my Mom how to dial long distance and she will call Gini right after the sir jury is over and Gini can post an update.

That's it for now. I love you all and Max sends each of you some headbumpies and purrs.

xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[RICHARD]

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You know what scares me the most???
1. Hospital food. I've told my coworkers that if they want to visit me, bring some good stuff, like dim sum or sushi or something else mouth-watering.
2. Those hospital gowns. I know I'll have to wear it for the first couple of days but I'm going to ask if my Mom can bring me my own nightshirt. At least it will cover up my "XXL backside".
3. Being put in a room with other patients. Hey, I've been sleeping alone for 10+ Years and I don't look forward to hearing someone else's snoring in the same room or someone else hearing me fart in my sleep...then again, maybe I snore????

1) Horse Sh-T

30 years of cafeteria food and look at me..

On second thought keep your eyes closed.


2) Slick,

The reason they split up the back is to let you know you have to pull it closed.
But when I was in the hospital, the sound of the wind blowing up the canyon was kinda eerie.


3) A good "poofer" is a great ice breaker.....Hey, whatcha here for?

Remember, a good poof, snore and a nice bowl o'hospital jello ROCK!


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You'll kick this thing in the batonga wongas and we'll put your arse on a plane and a bicycle next summer.



Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France Six times with no testicles.


You should win it at least 9.


Love you!


And remember to look for the Head Nurse.......

[manda_moo87]

Slick, I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Squeekers sends head bumpies.

I'll be in Vancouver next week, maybe I can pop over and visit.

[beeniesmom]

Slick, What horrible news. I admire your attitude! You will get through this.
Beenie and Frankie send lots of kisses and I will be praying for you.

[slick]

I'll be in Vancouver next week, maybe I can pop over and visit.

Amanada, I would love nothing better but don't forget it's a work week for me. I won't be able to meet on the 15th or the 17th but the rest of the week is fine. You still have all my contact info, including work number?

Catty, I see you mentioned coming into the town as well. Did I give you my work contact info?

Cincy's Mom, Seattle or Vancouver? Push for it, OK? Would love to see you again.

3) A good "poofer" is a great ice breaker.....Hey, whatcha here for?

Richard, I can always count on you to make me laugh. God I love you for that!! Say, why don't you come up and visit me??? I need someone to hold my gown together.

I just thought of two other scary things:
- getting a catheter put in (ouch!!!)
- using the toilet that other patients have used (up here there are 3 people to a room)

I know, I know, don't sweat the small stuff but these things scare me more than the surgery. None of this will cost me anything except the hopsital stay and I don't know if I can get a private room or how much that will set me back...but I'm going to inquire about it anyway. Actually, I don't even know if there is such a thing as a private room in VGH.

Happy Friday everyone and thumbs up for a happy and productive day! Meet me over at the bar we'll celebrate.

[dukedogsmom]

Happy Friday to you! We'll all help you get through this. I hope you have a beautiful day.

[carole]

Slick if anyone's gonna beat this you will, as many other's have said you are a strong, determined woman with a great positive outlook,however I am so sorry to read this and that you have to endure this at all in your life, I hope with all my heart all goes well for you with the surgery and afterwards, you will be in my thoughts.

[RobiLee]

Hi Slick!

I have to tell you that after reading your posts that you have me smiling and you are my hero! You go, Girl!! Stick with that attitude and do what you have to do and before you know it, it will all be over with.

I think you are AWESOME!

{{Many hugs coming your way!}}