Elaine
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Cheryl,
I wish I had the magic words. Of course, I don't . But one thing that sometimes seems to be working for me is to go ahead and let the monster come up to the first floor. I spend some time with him/her because I know he/she isn't going away. After awhile the monster gets bored and goes back in the basement on its own. I have a feeling that the monster will be with you always, unfortunately. But I bet 20 years from now, Cheryl, that when the monster comes upstairs for the visit, it will look so less scary to you that it won't stay long.
I know exactly what you mean about anything that might be construed as a symptom. That really brings the monster out! One morning before I was totally awake, I thought I was wheezing and paniced. It turned out to be some birds outside my window, lol.
Anyway, get to know your monster. Even monsters have lessons to teach us.
love always
elaine
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Jen
Sorry don't know, but from all I have read on the board, it sounds very much like what others have experienced.
One thing that gets me is this: As many people who come here asking about side effects, I am amazed. Don't the Doctors or nurses tell patients about side effects?????? I am just stunned that they would give chemo without warning of the possible effects.
There are websites that tell of all the possible side effects of each chemo, too, Jen.
Good to hear from you.
elaine
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DOn
SOrry to hear there wasnt all good news. How is Lucie handling it? Will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.
elaine
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You deserve all the happiness the world has to offer. Your Dad is so proud.
elaine
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Jamie
Thanks for letting us know. Many of us have been praying hard.
elaine
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Larry
LOL--I was wondering what you would say!
elaine
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TBONe
I bet you that the sisters will make sure you have whatever you want to have. And if you don't feel well enough to "make it" I bet they will be delivering the party to your front door. I have five brothers, the only girl. To me, my brothers got a little annoying, LOL. I bet being the only guy means the sisters get a bit annoying, LOL.
Oh well, such is family love!
elaine
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Has anyone heard from Phyillis since the other day. I was out of town and didnt get a chance to post. Joyce H from Denver area was also having some trouble last time she posted. Maybe someone pms with them or knows. Saying prayers.
elaine
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Yes Cat what is the rate? I know MD Anderson said: Non-small carcinoma, neuoroendocrine features, but I dont know how that fits in with the categories John just listed.
elaine
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Cat
I completely understand. I too am in a most horrible HMO situation, and with no prescription coverage. My husband makes too much to qualify for any of the free med programs. I am now pretty much faced with eat or get chemo. So far I have chosen eating.
I thought about suing my previous Doctor for not ordering tests last spring. I didn't have any insurance then, which is probably why she didnt. However, she never told me that there could be something life threatening going on because of some symptoms I had even then. I know she knew. She should have been straight up with me. I was too ignorant and had only went in for a med check, so I wasn't worried about anything. Felt great, etc.
Had something been done then, maybe I would have had a better chance and I certainly would have qualified for medicaid as I was on my own and unemployed.
elaine
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Cat
Ok so I am dense. What did someone do that you are going to sue them for?
elaine
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The happiest of birthdays!
elaine
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Joe
in NSCLC GROUP
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May he live on in your precious memories of him.
Elaine
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Yes, I hope someone can paste it here for us.
elaine
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Lisa
I sure am thinking nothing but the best for you.
love
elaine
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Cat
So did you actually see the report today from US labs of the Dec biopsy?
with your own eyes?\\\\
elaine
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Republican National Convention Schedule
New York, NY
6:00 PM Opening Prayer, led by the Rev. Jerry Falwell
6:30 PM Pledge of Allegiance
6:35 PM Burning of Bill of Rights (excluding 2nd amendment)
6:45 PM Salute to the Coalition of the Willing
6:46 PM Seminar #1: Getting your kid a military deferment
7:30 PM First Presidential Beer Bong
7:35 PM Serve Freedom Fries
7:40 PM EPA Address #1: Mercury, it's what's for dinner
8:00 PM Vote on which country to invade next
8:10 PM Call EMTs to revive Rush Limbaugh
8:15 PM John Ashcroft Lecture: The Homos are after your children
8:30 PM Roundtable discussion on reproductive rights (MEN only)
8:50 PM Seminar #2: Corporations: the government of the future
9:00 PM Condi Rice sings "I Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man"
9:05 PM Second Presidential Beer Bong
9:10 PM EPA Address #2 Trees: the real cause of forest fires
9:30 PM Break for secret meetings
10:00 PM Second prayer, led by Cal Thomas
10:15 PM Lecture by Carl Rove: Doublespeak made easy
10:30 PM Rumsfeld demonstration: How to squint and talk macho
10:35 PM Bush demonstration of trademark deer-in-headlights stare
10:40 PM John Ashcroft demonstrates new mandatory Kevlar chastity belt
10:45 PM Clarence Thomas reads list of black republicans
10:46 PM Third Presidential Beer Bong
10:50 PM Seminar #3: Education: a drain on our nation's economy
11:10 PM Hilary Clinton Pinata
11:20 PM Second John Ashcroft Lecture: Evolutionists: the dangerous new cult
11:30 PM Call EMTs to revive Rush Limbaugh again
11:35 PM Blame Clinton
11:40 PM Laura serves milk and cookies
11:50 PM Closing Prayer, led by Jesus Himself
12:00 AM Nomination of George W. Bush as Holy Supreme Planetary Overlord
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David
Here's a link to all kinds of Bush/political humor. The initial page lists links to funny pictures of Bush. DOn't miss his head on the bodies of supermodels. But there is a whole day of nice humor.
http://politicalhumor.about.com/library ... ctures.htm
elaine
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Sandy
We're here. You can count on that!
elaine
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Oh no David! Don't make me do it: FILL SEVERAL PAGES WITH BUSHISMS!
I wont do it only because I dont want to waste our valuable bandwidth!
SO just for laughs, I will say it once: George W. Bush. Now that's a laugh! HA.
DOn't forget equal time cause it's an election year!
Love you even though you appear to be Republican
Proud Clinton siupporter--don't get me started.
elaine
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Good for you!
elaine
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Cat
Count me in your small group--I am armed and ready!
Also be sure to let us know what happens. Do you have a tape recorder. I think that was good advice, that you might consider. You can get those small ones and he won't even know. Most states it's legal.
elaine
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Great news--even better than last week's news!
Also Ginny: There is a recent post in new treatments about an antibiotic --biaxin that has been through trials in Japan, ( I think) that is supposed to be an anti-Cachectic for late stage lc patients. It doesnt really treat the tumor but does help the fatigue etc associated with cachetia (sp). You might want to ask your onc for a precription for it. Geoff's mom is taking it. There are links on his post that explain it much better than I have just done. But the bottom line is that the med extends life and quality of life.
elaine
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Teacake,
I am laughing uncontrollably because your post makes it sound like each Hooters t shirt is special and means the world to your family!!!!
Love you all.
elaine