Hi folks, >I was reading other threads on Off Topic today and felt suddenly bad that this thread is so big.
I can bet there are some that are sick to death of seeing the Big C
But I check it every day and try to respond to most. >I know I miss many and not intentionally.
I noticed a poster who I really enjoy has not been back here in a long while, I wonder if I ignored a comment she made or pissed her off some how. I will have to message her.
So Talked to the nurse, told her about the pain level. I may have given it a 9 on the worst day, and she was aghast that no one had offered me a script. So she calls back this morning and says okay Kim you have to stop by the office to pick it up, it is a controlled substanceā¦ Huh?? Okay. So I make a run into greenville, pick it up to take it to the pharmacy across the street, read itā¦ MORPHINE??? really?? it is only 5 mgs one every 12 hours but really??
Yikes,
And they put in an order for the port placement. Yeah, I will do itā¦
on another note, I did not go to the Exās yesterday or today, and I could have today I was in town.
He actually called a bit ago and said, I know you said you were not coming over Tues, but I got worried today.
I said, well, I am weaning me off of you. LOL
He said, he went shopping, took the dumpster down to the road for pick up. Yeah these are huge for him! LOL
I wish we would have had a spring, went from winter to summer. been really rather hot the last several days.
I have to tell you all how much the little surprises mean to me. Vxf, I adore the post cards! you are quite the traveller!
And I know I have thanked everyone but it is so wonderful to have even long distance folks who actually care.
Believe me it means the world. Kim:sadsmile:
I check into your thread at least once a day Kim, and I think of you often. I do wish we didnāt see the Big C thread, but only because I wish like heck that you never had to start it. As I have said before, colon cancer took my Dad about 12 years ago, so while all cancer sucks, this one is particularly hated by me. Sometimes I feel like I donāt say the right things, so I donāt post here often, but I am here and if there is anything I think I can offer for advice I will chime in. So much has changed since my Dad went through his treatment, I am not up to speed on the current drugs etc. My Mom was diligent on the internet, on cancer boards, looking for trials, so at one point I was up on all the latest and greatest, but not so much now.
I am glad you decided to try the port after all.
It does seem to be a better way to address the chemo.
Just think that hot should help your garden thrive.
Yeah. Me, too. Donāt apologize for it being an important thread. What could be more important than sharing and caring for one of our own?
I post rarely. But I think of you often and open the thread often. I want to know how you are doing, not just with your illness, but with the other circumstances of your life as well. You are a complete person, not merely a disease. We know that and value that about you.
Yes, I`m also following and praying but my numerous experiences with Cancer go back 15 years.
I am verklempt. Too verklempt to serve as a positive contributer.
My heart and prayers surround you, but my words must remain unsaid.
I want your thread to stay on the front page.we all care about you.
sounds like ex may be rethinking some things?
Iām glad they are giving you pain medication now. I wish they would have done this before.
Good for you standing up to the ex, he was taking you for granted, and I think it was habit, and part of the denial that is so much more comfortable than facing the actual situation. Hopefully, this was a wake up call for him, and heāll realize how unfair heās being.
Sending jingles, and hugs.
Very glad you are getting pain meds. I check your thread daily if not more. I justdont feel i can add much beyond prayers, jingles and virtual hugs.
Yes, I definitely check the thread, I was wondering if youād get the port now, but didnāt want to seem pushy.
I think we are all busy with this summer weather, so some people may take some time off, but we all check when we are here, and are rooting for you.:encouragement:
Good that theyāre giving you the pain meds. And, good job on weaning yourself from the ex.
Lol, this thread is big because people want it to beā¦if they didnāt care they wouldnāt post.
As the last few posters have said, there are many who will drop in and read, silently wish you well, but not postā¦because they donāt know what to say, or are to shyā¦
Jingles for getting pain under control, if you can find a way to manage that it makes life a lot better.
Glad that you spoke with the nurse and got a prescription for pain medication. I was worried for you about the pain. Donāt let the pain get ahead of you, it is harder to manage when it does.
Sending along some hugs.
Iām so glad you talked to the nurse about your pain. Pain management is such an intrinsic part of cancer treatment, and should be at the forefront.
Do you have a date for the port insertion?
StG
I really enjoy this thread, it makes me think of you when I see it bumped and I appreciate your updates when youāre able to post them. A lot of us are thinking about you
Iāve had a port. They suck but itās better than going in your veins. This is such an awful thing and such a lot of work. Itās exhausting and Iām glad that you are backing off of your ex. Heās a grown ass man and can care for hisself.
Kim, drugs that fall under the ācontrolled substanceā category (donāt ask me how to find that out, itās above my pay grade 
) in most states require that a written scrip is given to the patient and if you fill at your local pharmacy they are supposed to ask for photo ID on every refill.
In my state, Dr cannot submit controlled substance scripts electronically to the mail order pharmacy. I have to get the written scrip and snail mail to the 90-day. USPS/UPS cannot leave the meds by the door, I have to sign for them.
PITA but it is the way it isā¦
Hope the morphine works for you. Being pain free can make a huge difference!!
Question for you, Kim, and you can choose not to answer if you donāt wish to. Not sure how much youāre able to do around your house. Do you need your yard mowed or any cleaning done orā¦whatever else? Is there someone you trust that you would hire to do those things that some of us could pitch in to help pay for if you needed it? Many of us arenāt near you but we might be able to help in that way. Donāt be shy about accepting help. It could be any one of us, and it would be our privilege, Iām sure.
I would like the addy too.
What a great idea. Or groceries you can order online and have delivered. Maybe gift cert to grocery store?
Me too please
