Today I did heaps and I must say too much.....tonight I am in so much pain and have learnt the hard way - when u feel better rest is still required. Today I attended 2 meetings, did groceries, had afternoon tea with workmates and caught up with some other mates and then topped off day by doing the dishes. My fiance was less than impressed by all these activities and tried numerous times today to slow me down. I responded by "i feel fine baby not to worry" and stubbornly continued about my busy day. Before my diagnosis numerous activities a day were simple and done with ease. But tonight in hindsight I wish I would have listened to him. So tomorrow its an easy day for sure - we are taking camping stretches to our fav camping spot for the day, we will have a BBQ lunch and sleep under the shady trees near a local creek. Ah I can hear the peace and relaxation already. Fingers crossed the sun is out in all its glory tomorrow 🙂 ... View more

Today I got to do a few things myself and darn did it feel good. After my lobectomy I have not been able to have a proper shower due to surgery wound sites and staples. A shower for last few weeks was only a half body and all my wounds needed covering with plastic + tape as they could not get wet. Today I got to have a real shower and wash my hair. I know that sounds very princess but I can't believe how much self care means to our mental health. And I got to do it independently. Showers are still difficult tho seeing my 3 surgery wounds and then recalling the surgery, the pain and the fear it brought. My wise fiance thinks I should smile when I look at my wounds and say "thank u my friends u saved my life". What a wonderful way to look at it. I am so greatful I have him in my life and I love how he can get me to see and think bigger about my cancer experience. ... View more

This morning as I woke up I realised how many pills I am currently taking and wonder the long term affects of these on my liver, kidneys, heart and my mental health. - Panadol (to keep temp down) - Omeprazole (reflux) - Oxycontin (pain management after surgery) - Multivitamin - Pramin (nausea) - Antibiotic (to stop chance of infection). What makes me laugh is these pill should make you feel better but are plagued with heaps of side effects that u must grin and bear - dizziness, diarrhoea, headaches, nausea, muscle aches and pains. So the DR's and specialist say "here take this to get better". But I say "Take a pill to help and then take this pill to help with the side effects". Don't get me wrong - I am grateful that these medications do help and I am aware they are necessary. But nobody asks or explains the side effects of the medications that are prescribed; if you want to know you must research it yourself. And my GP thinks I should start an antidepressant because I seem sad with my diagnosis of cancer. Of course I am sad - I am young, have had a major life change, have ceased working, am broke, struggle to make it fortnight to fortnight, see the strain this diagnosis has put on those I love, I was once very independent but am dependent on others. So yeah I might be a bit depressed but it is in context - so I just want to let my emotions be as they are without another medication to take everyday. ... View more

Hi Everyone, I have recently joined the page. Just wanted to say hi, send my warm wishes your way and offer a listening ear to all that are part of the group. I hope we can all help each other in these difficult times. Thanks Ruby ... View more