twoteas

Hi I was diagnosed on the second of February this year with breast cancer stage 1 had my first operation which wwent well but two weeks later I had to have another operation as there was still some cancer left I was very upset but I got on with it and luckily when my results came back it was negative I was very relived had to have r radiotherapy six weeks later which was very tierying  which I still feel I'm slowly feeling better and I'm taking tamoxifen which give me some side affects but I still find it hard to talk about it as I just get upset and I know that I should be getting on with my life but it's always on my mind what if it comes back it's really changed my life not sure what to do thanks for listening .

  • Hello Two Teas, So sorry to hear what you have been through but think how strong and wonderful you are to have got this far and recovered so well!  Think of it as only a "blip" and don't let it affect all of the brilliant times you will have ahead of you.  Take every opportunity to make yourself happy again.  I know that I am speaking without personal experience of breast cancer but my Mum was diagnosed with breast cancer a month ago and has undergone a mastectomy at the age of 80.  She has to have radiotherapy soon but has recovered tremendously well and remains very upbeat.  It is because of hearing of marvellous ladies like yourself and Mum that people can take their strength and face whatever life may throw at them too.  Well done Two Teas - enjoy your future and even though you may have days where you feel a little down, there are lots of people caring and thinking of you and your down days will soon be replaced with happy times. Talk anytime please as I would love to hear how you are progressing and tell you about my Mum also. Lots of love xx

  • Hi coffe and cake thank you for your reply it was lovely it made me cry a bit but happy as well it's nice to know there are people out there who care I am feeling a little better I will be seeing my doctor at the end of the month to see if he can help me with my emotions I hope your mum gets on ok with her treatment take care for now lots of love two teas .

  • Hi two teas,

    Thank you for your email and asking after my Mum.  She is forging ahead there and when I spoke to her this morning, had just finished doing some very light housework (a very houseproud lady!)  She says she likes to be busy and can't sit for too long without tweaking something or another! 

    I am so pleased to hear a little bit of a "smile" in your email and I am sure your doctor will be of great help with the emotional side of things.  You have been through a very difficult time and it is only natural to feel this way at the moment and especially after your tiredness but it won't last forever.  Things will improve and each day you can build on being more positive. 

    Sending the best of wishes, twoteas, for happiness and contentment. 

    It is a beautiful sunny day here and I'm enjoying the sunshine coming through my living room window as I type.  My cat Bella is lying beside me in the lap of luxury!! 

    Take care twoteas, speak soon. I'm here anytime you wish to talk. Lots of love xx

  • Hi coffee and cake just wanted to say hello and to see how your mum is hope everything is ok . I went to see my doctor last week and he has signed me of work for another three months to see how I go .i feel a little better in myself but just taken each day as it comes .only problem is my job is trying to pressure me about when I will go back which is upsetting me a bit but I'm not going to let them tell me when im ready .maybe I should get some advice ,sorry to go on but I needed to tell some one anyway hope everything is ok send my love to your mum spk soon from twoteas xx

  • Hi two teas, firstly I am glad you have seen your doctor and he has given you more time off work.  People cope in different ways and often we just need some peace and quiet to get ourselves back to normal and sometimes we like to be kept busy.  I am like you, time to gather my thoughts and adjust to things but one of my best friends, has to be out and about every day, so she doesn't have time to dwell.  Not everyone can be the same - we have to heal the best way we know how.  Don't apologise at all two teas, it is lovely to hear from you and so kind that you are asking after my Mum and sending your love. I will tell her when I speak tomorrow, she will be thrilled!  She is doing really well thank you and is about to start her radiotherapy treatment.  My Mum throws herself into her housework (minus any heavy duties at the minute.)  I truly think this is what keeps her going and upbeat.  Do you have any hobbies, two teas?  They can be a great help to distract our mind at stressful periods in our life.  Taking a day at a time is a good thing to do.  I do that myself and also like to walk to de-stress.  Reading is nice too, something light hearted and it has the added bonus of sending me to sleep!  I am sure you will soon be feeling like new again with this extra time off.  I am here anytime you want to talk, don't hesitate to write again.  It is lovely to receive your emails.  Sending love and support from this end.  Kindest wishes, there are lots of people who care two teas.  xx

  • Hello coffee and cake it's been been a little why all since we spoke hope your ok and that your mum is ok .im feeling a lot better than I was still have my down days but I'm getting better every day looking forward to Christmas and spending it with my husband and family .hope you have a lovely Christmas and a happy new year hope to speak again soon. Twoteas 

  • Hello two teas!  I am so pleased you are feeling a lot better and hopefully have enjoyed a lovely Christmas time with your husband and family.  My Mum is really well thank you and we have had a great time, seven  of the family out for lunch on Christmas day at a restaurant in town.  I called in at my son's afterwards to see my grandaughters.  The night before I skyped my daughter and grandchildren in Sydney, Australia.  They were full of excitement!  Funny to think they are 11 hours ahead of us and will see the New Year in while we are having our lunch!  I hope you continue to improve two teas and I wish you all the best for you and your family in 2016.  Love and kind regards - coffee and cake.