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Friday Funnies
So in an effort to begin the weekend with a smile I thought I'd post a picture of something I saw in an antique shop recently. Never mind about all the rest, when is THIS going to be listed on the PBS?! And on the reverse:
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Our Gardens
For those of us for whom our gardens are special, or for whom our gardens aided in our recovery whether physical or emotional, post your photos of your garden that bring you joy. Cassia fistula (Golden Shower Tree) Delonix Regis (poinciana) Every afternoon these trees are visited by lorikeets and other nectar feeding…
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Free berlie post surgery bra
Hi guys l have a brand new berlie post surgery bra 12b . Plus an insert if anyone would like it please send me a message and l will post it to you. Adean
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Compression Garments
Hi all. Ten weeks ago
I had DIEP flap breast reconstruction surgery which all went well. I have been progressing along great although
I am curious how long everyone was wearing their compression garments or binder
for. I tried to go a day without wearing
it and found my stomach area to be sore and feeling quite hard and…
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2024
Best wishes to all! The saying, the older we get, the faster time goes!
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Christmas Eve Greetings
Hello lovely people, The combination of Christmas preparations and navigating chemo got a bit hectic for me, but finally on Christmas Eve I'm catching my breath and able to enjoy it a little bit (also my feet are starting to work again and my sense of taste is hopefully coming back!). But it means I haven't been posting…
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What book are you reading?
I know there was a discussion a few months ago about what people are reading at the moment but I can't find it so I'm starting a new one! I read lots of good books (and some not so good ones) but I just finished one that was fast-paced, an easy read, a bit quirky AND the main protagonist was a not quite young woman! "It's…
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Family support
M My daughter’s carrot and walnut with cream cheese icing celebratory cupcakes!!! Radiation therapy over!!’
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Chemotherapy and nail health - new information on BCNA's website
Hi everyone, This is Annie from BCNA's Policy Team. I thought I would let you know that we now have some information up on our website about changes that women sometimes experience to their fingernails and toenails, when being treated with some chemotherapy drugs. The new information on nail health during chemotherapy can…
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On Our Walks
A while back there was a lovely thread of sunrises that the early risers among us posted. I loved it, so I thought I'd broaden it to a thread for all the lovely sights we see as we do our slow staggers through chemo, or those walks we take after active treatment has finished and we're trying to get our strength and fitness…
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Wearing a backpack post TRAM
Hi everyone, I've just had my TRAM procedure and am thinking about holidays. Does anyone here do multiday hikes with a pack? How long until you were back to hiking with a pack? I am day 4 post surgery so nothing is planned as yet, just wondering if I would get a hike in this winter. Hope you are all well and happy.
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Is anyone on a home care package & NOT in the Carer's Group? MORE Changes being made ....
I have posted this link into the Carer's Group but think that not all who are on a Home Care Package are in the group .... so posting it here as well. This is for members who actively CARE for friends or relatives, too. It seems they are making MORE changes (after big changes were made last June as well) that you should be…
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Best Swimwear Prosthesis
Hello, looking to buy a swimsuit, but would be interested in peoples opinions re the best practcle swim prosthesis.
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Feeling "blue" on tamoxifen
Hello there, has anyone else felt flat, down in the dumps after starting tamoxifen? I have been on the little white pill 20mg for 2 months now, and my anxiety levels are also quite high, but I do have upcoming scans and alot of worries still. Any pearls of wisdom for helping to overcome my flatness? I exercise daily,…
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Little question
Hi everyone, getting married this Sat. I'm 62 had smx but stull have some underarm hair. I don't know to wax or shave these little stubborn follicles. I don't want them seen on the day, but not sure the right way with smx & 2 lymph nodes removed. Cheers