@Finch. I think pets are amazing - especially in situations like this - what they do for your mental health is amazing. Kiwi is 6 - she’s an Abbysinian x that came in to work as a kitten and I just fell in love with her. That is her in your face nursing technique- just making sure I am ok. No personal space!! The dreaded shedding - I’m sorry. Mine seems to be hanging in so far - I think if it’s going to start going it will be soon. I haven’t noticed any scalp itchiness which can be a precursor and I am being so gentle with it so I’m hoping. My armpit, leg and bikini area hair is free to go though. Ice tea believe the nurse hadn’t heard of the cold cap though!!! I have noticed abit of swelling near my wrist on the side I had lymph node removal though so worried there could be abit of lymphodema swelling - going to see my specialist tomorrow though so will take care of that. Your acerage sounds amazing. Would love a property but anything we can afford is miles away from work. Renting for us for the foreseeable future. Nice to be back to work and I have been feeling normal so I’ll be sure to enjoy it while it lasts. Hope your sore throat is feeling better!! Xoxo Steph