Up early Thursday
Good morning sistas!
Up early and can't go back to sleep. Figured I might as well start the thread for today.
Spent quite a bit of time doing research on the net last night. Has anyone here ever been to Cancer Treatment Centers of America? Or know someone who has been there? They look really good on-line, but it's hard to find some independent reviews of them. We had talked about going to MD Anderson in Houston, which is closer, but difficult to get into their programs (can take weeks for an appointment) and the options for staying in the Houston Medical Center for several weeks are quite expensive.
Anyway, Butch does not want me to tell anyone about his cancer yet. Of course, that doesn't include y'all or my two BFF's. I know what he means. He doesn't want me to announce it to his family or friends yet, and especially not on FB. So, even though I really doubt any one of you would mention it on FB, let's please be careful to guard his privacy.
He had a truly rough and painful night last night. At the very least, I am hoping we can get started on some serious pain management today with the new doctor. I feel so helpless when he's hurting like that! I don't know how we would ever make the trip to Tulsa for Cancer Treatment Centers, or even the 4 hour drive to Houston for MD Anderson. It would require some really good pain drugs for him to be able to tolerate such a trip.
One thing I did learn last night, though, is that CTC has an RV lot on-site for those who would prefer to stay in their own RV rather than a motel room. That was interesting, although I really doubt we will actually do that. I'm not closing the door on that option though. $20 a night might turn out to be the best option if we decide to seek treatment there.
I have prayed to God for guidance in choosing the best health care and treatment options for Butch at this time. We will try our best to listen and go where He leads us.
So, I'm just full of cheerfulness this morning, huh? Sorry. It's just not a very cheerful subject, I guess.
So glad Judy was able to talk with her mom last night. Judy, I forget who suggested it, but I think you might want to think about moving your mom closer to you, too. Eileen, I think you should document all the nasty things your bully co-worker says to you. Dates, times, quotes--something to show to management. Also, if you feel you need to document the times when the copy gets done on time or is late in relation to when you arrive at work, do that too. He's clearly in the wrong with how he harasses you, but you don't want it to turn into "he said, she said".
I need to close now and get my shower. I appreciate being able to freely express my doubts and fears here in safety. I will post later today and let y'all know what we learn at the doctor's office this morning.
Love you all!
Vickie
Good Morning Vickie,
I am so sorry that Butch is going through this terrible pain. Insist they treat his pain immediately. While it is horrible news that he has cancer, from what I have read, some of the spinal tumors are easy to treat. The key to the success is the radiation and chemo and pain management.
I'm with you on Eileen keeping a journal of everything her coworker does and says and, for that matter, what her boss does too. And, I'd keep records of the delays and why there was a delay.
Well, I have been traveling. Last week, DH and I took our granddaughter to Hot Springs. She loves rocks and minerals and fossils, so we bought her a rock book and took her to Hot Springs so she could see the geological sites there and then we took her to a crystal mine and we spent three hours collecting three five gallon buckets full of quartz and crystals. She had a blast. Her brothers were doing some fishing activities with their dad, so it was just she and us and she had a blast.
I am leaving next week for Illinois and will be there for a few days. Then, the rest of the summer is mine, all mine. LOL.
Hope you all have a wonderful day.
Good Morning Vickie and OFF,
Vickie, I met someone who had been to CTCA in Chicago, and he swore by them. He took the train, and they shuttled him between the hotel and hospital for treatments. Then, my best friend in Florida has been getting treatment at the Mayo clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, and she got evaluated at CTCA in Georgia, and they told her that the treatments she is getting already at Mayo is what they would do. Both people swear by the place.
Judy, I'm glad that you got to talk to your Mom. I know that feeling when you want to speak directly to her, and can't. Happens with my Mom at home all the time. She takes her good time returning my calls, especially when she's sick.
Connie, I am going to send you and email with some private info I have for you.
Eileen, I agree with Vickie about documenting the jerk at work and the times the paper is late, as it relates to your time there.
I have cleaning, tons of cleaning, to do here. Major work. Plus, I need to tackle the backyard with the lawn mower. It's deeper than the front was. Plus, it's bigger than the front.
Must scoot. Praying for all concerns.
Hugs and Love,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer
Hi Vickie and my OFF family:
Vickie, I don't know anything about Cancer Centers, other than my brother's friend Bruce looked into them before settling on the Mayo Clinic when he had his Stage 4 Hodgkins (he got stem cell transplants that didn't take ... he lived in Lubbock; now deceased, but lived 2 years after that ... my brother says he had some other natural treatments such as Vitamin C infusions that seemed to make a difference). Mayo, of course, is a ways from you. MD Anderson is the A+ place to go in your neck of the woods. I'd say check into Cancer Centers. See what they can offer.
I'm documenting what he does. It's why I keep having meetings with my bosses. He has pulled this stuff before and had a two-week suspension over his actions (with my former boss). He actually accused several guys of making passes at him. All of them are married and have no interest in him; in fact, they think he's rather scary, too.
I need to get going here; I have some training session over our new online posting service and have to get in by 3 p.m. for it. So I have to get ready earlier than usual. Spent some time this morning doing stuff on my computer and it crashed. Hope that's all done.
Well, have a good day.
Good morning Vickie and everyone....
Vickie...you know I am praying and praying!! You know how much I care.
I can't chat much now....going through too much! My grandson Lucas is getting worse. His lips are now so swollen it is ridiculous. We are all so worried. My daughter had Lucas' dad called Rochester/ Mayo Clinic. There is a new branch of the Mayo Clinic in Austin, MN. Only about and hour or so from their house. They are there now. Enough of this nonsense!! He is so miserable!! I am waiting to hear some news as to what they will be checking on him and what the plan will be to get him over this. I am so scared I am just sick!! Pam is on her way over. We might be going down there.
Amanda and Tyler left here about 11:30 AM. They are heading back to Oregon. Amanda is so upset about Lucas. They have been here three weeks...one more then planned already. They had to go back! WE are all doing a lot of texting!!
You know I love you all...just to sick to write more now.
Wishing you all good day!
Many prayers for our wonderful OFF family. Also prayers for their families as well.
Love and bunches of hugs....connie d
I am in traveling mode again. I'm in Alabama heading towards Birmingham. I'll be in Carbondale tonight I hope.
I'm traveling with my friend and her son. We will be somewhere in Michigan next week.
Vickie my heart is going out to u and Butch. When I had my thyroid cancer I wanted To go to cc of America but they were to far for me.
Carka
