Jeanie, I am sending you prayers for a good report on your mammogram today. I am hoping you take your time getting needed things done. All will get done with time and most important is you get strong and take care of yourself.

I think of and pray for you everyday. I am so happy you have your dear buddy, Tibbe there with you. Hugs to you!

Hi Jeanie :wavey: It was nice to read your recent post, I think of you and Tibbe often. I assume by now that you've completed your mammogram test and I'm praying that all went well! Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way! :rose:

I'm ashamed to say I called and R/S the mammogram mid-morning, even after asking for your prayers. I felt so useless after doing that. But when I woke up this morning, I realized I just couldn't face another tense test and waiting for results so soon - not today. It's been a long hard slough with this surgery and I guess I just ran out of stuffing. I had to call and explained that to them what was going on and I never expected this to happen and they very kindly R/S me for Monday after next! I felt so weak-kneed, shaky and silly - just had no more backbone left to face that simple little test - not with the whole weekend looming ahead. It just seemed like too much all of a sudden. Been feeling lower than a caterpillar's bellybutton all afternoon since for ducking out on it. I hate that I involved you all but the prayers and good wishes won't have gone for naught at all and I thank every one of you for each one you've uttered!!! You all are like my sisters and brothers - like a big family strung out all over the world and yet I feel incredibly close to you so often. Hopefully, I'll grow some courage and gain some perspective on things in the next couple of weeks and can face that next mammogram in two weeks! :(

Jeanie don't fret about it. You made the right decision for you at this time. Another 2wks is okay. 2 more wks to heal up and get sorted out.

I agree with gemy, please don't fret....relax, have a peaceful uneventful weekend! ;) "Been feeling lower than a catapiller's bellybutton", what a sense of humor, I love it! :D Now that sounds like the Jeanie I've become to know and love! Hugs to you and Tibbe!

I was astonished when you drove to pick Tibbe up so soon after surgery. I can't imagine driving to a stressful test when you are still recovering and not having all your strength back. Wish we were neighbors, I would so much enjoy being your chauffeur.
You can just put those prayers 'on account' knowing your friends on YT are piling them up for you and any future detours from your resting at home.
Not to fret, God's still in control.

Dear Jeanie, you do not have to explain or apologize to "family" that it just was not the right time for that test. You have been through so much and I'm sure at times you feel like you are running out of steam - not surprising. Seems like that text was scheduled too soon after your discharge anyway. Chill a little bit, and cuddle and play with Tibbe, then address it on another day. Staying in a state of feeling overwhelmed is not good for healing, so I think you were wise to back off for a bit. The prayers and well wishes will not stop :D.
We got your back, my dear:p

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My dear friend Jeanie.
Don't feel bad about the test postponement. It was too soon after the surgery to have yet another test and more stress awaiting the results.
You do it when you are ready. What you need now is rest and quiet healing, not more tests!!!
So try and have a peaceful weekend with your baby and forget roof and other home issues.
Hoping you are feeling better and that the GI system is settling down. Perhaps you might soon be able to enjoy food once more with no nausea?
What you have accomplished since coming home is amazing, but there are limits to what you can do!!! So take it easy girl and let nature and rest heal you.
Thinking of you and always praying for your speedy retirn to health.
Love and hugs to you and Tibby.
Dot xxxxx

Jeanie, don't worry about not getting your mammo. Two weeks will not make any difference. For your peace of mind postponing is for the best thing for you right now.

As usual you all - every one of you - make me feel less of a fawning wuss. Maybe it has been too full a four weeks that my stress meter is just over-amped or something - ducking out on that test. Hopefully this weekend Tibbe and I can just rest up. He gets awfully amped up himself when several people come to the house and just loves all the attention.

You know there's no rest for the weary though. I was supposed to look at roofs the roofing company has recently done in the neighborhood on the way to and from the mammogram yesterday but didn't get to so I had to call the roofer and fess up I couldn't make it to the test or view the roofs. There's always something pending and I know he's hoping to get my job in before he starts a couple of really big jobs or we'll have to wait but I really do need to see their work before I sign on the dotted line, even though State Farm recommended him and work with him in D/FW. Hope he understands even a bit.

Anyway, I got Tibbe's toenails done this morning and his teeth brushed so I'm feeling accomplished. Was really worried about corralling him, getting him turned over in my lap and doing his nails thinking it was really going to hurt but it didn't. We made it and Tibbe got serial treats afterward! Once we were done, I freshened up, dressed, did my hair, put on make up and and now we've go the rest of the day to hopefully rest and stay cool. Frightfully hot this weekend here in the D/FW area but we're staying inside and cool.

Everyone stay cook and take it easy this weekend and here's hugs and kisses to every one of you out there - wishing you a wonderful weekend.

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Looks like you got a great start today with Tibbe and you all fixed up and ready to get a peaceful weekend. Sorry the heat prevents walks, but perhaps it will cool down by evening.
The roof thing is a pain, but maybe tomorrow if you have more energy you can car cruise down the street to check out the roofs so that the job can be done on schedule?
Sorry about typo Tibbe, I turned you into half cat, 'Tibby'. :)
Enjoy the lounging around on the couch both of you.
Love, Dot xxxx

Jeanie, I do understand that it is all too much too soon for any more testing. Two weeks is no big deal. Great that you were able to get Tibbe's nails done and his teeth brushed with ease. I've seen the temperatures in Texas and it just unrelenting. Stay cool inside and the walks can wait for it to be a bit less hot. Hope you get to ride a bit and see the roofs so you can get that one thing taken care of sooner.

You are always thought of and prayers said for you.

I agree with Earth Angel, Jeanie. I would worry if you tried to walk at even your slowest in extreme heat, fresh air is great but this heat is not one bit good for you.

Sorry to be acting like your Mother but you need to relax with a large pitcher of lemonade or ice tea looking out the window but not being a part of Mother Nature for awhile. Prayers coming for you sweetie.

Fondly,

Joan

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Hi Jeanie I am happy to hear you taking life decisions slowly. Healing takes time so no rush . You have lots of prayers covering you and our great Lord Jesus watching out for you just like you watch out for all of us. You and Tibbe are precious and I pray for you both to have good health and happy days.

Jeanie, you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers, and I'm sending you lots of good healing vibes as you continue to recover. Stay cool, rested and hydrated, and be patient with yourself. Recovery takes time. Enjoy the present moments peacefully, and don't worry about the "to do" list..... it will still be there when you feel better and stronger.

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Hi Jeanie and Tibbe I hope this day is filled with joy for you. We don't worry about tomorrow. Just enjoy today. That verse that says I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me has helped me so much. You will get strength to face whatever trials come your way. You listened to your heart and allowed some rest before mammo. Good move. Love surrounds you. It is hard to understand deep love you love Tibbe so much. JESUS LOVES YOU MORE THAN THAT. You are so special to Him and all of us. So rest your days are blessed. So are Tibbes.

I really admire your strength, I think that you are a little hard on yourself though! Sending more prayers of strength and healing.

I've always admired you, Jeanie. You have been through so much, yet you have been so courageous, compassionate of others, and cheerful. You are always in my thoughts, prayers, and heart.

Jeanie, I hope you and Tibbe enjoyed a relaxing weekend, indoors in the air conditioning. Be kind and generous to yourself because you deserve it!

Sending best wishes and prayers for you to be well.

Hugs and love to you, dear Jeanie. You've been on my mind a great deal. I wish I could give you a hug in person, but please know that I am here praying for health, happiness, love, and all things bright and beautiful for you. I hope you are getting stronger each day and that your special little Tibbe is taking great care of you.

Just dropping off some good thoughts and lotsa big hugs, and puppy kisses from my babes. Hope you are doing well today, my dear!

I hope you are resting and you were able to deal with your mammogram. Now rest some more. It's all in God's hands and you've had lots of prayers, so relax and enjoy Tibbe.

Jeanie, I hope you are doing well and resting. You are always in my thoughts and prayers to get stronger with each day. Hugs to you and Tibbe

Just thinking about you today and hoping the soreness and discomfort are better! Hugs for you and Tibbe:D

I spoke with Jeanie Monday night. The stomach issues will take some months to heal, but she is getting stronger. She had some awful headaches that wound her on the ER over the weekend, and it's not easy for her to use her laptop on the couch, the way she normally does. I know she will come on and spend some time when she is able to do so without causing more pain. She so appreciates your prayers and good wishes.

Jeanie, I'm praying all of your headaches and pain subsides. You are such an amazing person, special mom to Tibbe, and dear friend who fills the world with kindness and warmth.

Thank you Lisa for letting us know how our Jeanie is doing. Please tell her we all understand her not being on the laptop...I am glad you talk to her and can let her know we are praying for her complete recovery. Praying her headaches subside and hoping she can feel our warm hugs surrounding her.

:) Jeanie...please never forget - Andy + I can't wait for you to come and visit (to be totally spoilt by us! :p)...imagine the dinners...imagine how Tibbe + Harry will get on - stay strong (you always, always have for me and my Andy)...the cream teas and visiting Hampton Court Palace...thinking of you all the time my lovely lady :) xxx

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Hi Lisa.
Thank you so much for the update on our sweet Jeanie. I was concerned as she had not been here for some time. I am so sorry that she had the terrible headaches as well as everything else to endure. Jeanie must wonder when she will feel good again. That surgery sure took the wind out of her and it must be so hard to stay strong with the post op pain and discomfort. But she will do what it takes to get over this and we pray healing comes soon.
Hugs to you Lisa for your care and devotion to Jeanie, and Jeanie.......please get well soon. We miss you and want you back!!!

Please keep Jeanie in your thoughts and prayers. Poor thing is having a rough week. Hugs to both of you Jeanie and Tibbe!

Veronica, you are a dearheart, helped Tibbe and me more than I could ever explain during colon surgery and rehab, but hate to dump my continuing medical problems on the forum - it's so embarrassing, frustrating, negative. Not my scene - haha! Love being upbeat and positive and right now lots of things just aren't. Really scared for some reason about mammogram on Monday!!! Ugy - I've become skittish, fearful. What's THAT about?

Just hate to be the bearer or doom and gloom but both hips and neck are all really giving me fits lately! Had to go to ER last Sat. pm due to 2 day long severe headache and neck pain, vomiting and by the time I got back, all the walking, getting into wheelchairs, onto ER tables, CT tables, etc., really did my left hip in. Imagine it's bone on bone by now as in April it almost was. My femoral head problems are said to likely be from too many falls from horses over my younger years when riding was second nature and no hose too wild for me.

Can't really bear weight on left hip at all and with right hip hurting from painful right hip implant, which apparently bone hasn't properly grown into for adequate support, walking is out except for the absolute necessities. It's a bad time and lifting this heavy old laptop to type on YT doesn't help my neck at all - really hurts it and my tender abdomen. Going to look into getting a Kindle Fire or other tablet that is inexpensive so can continue on YT without the heavy lifting!!! Hopefully, Autumn will be kinder around here. Thankfully, I have Tibbe for now and he's everything - such a positive little force every day and he's so happy just to live our life as unexciting as his is right now. He's one of a kind and so very, very dear to my heart. ♥