text:
Afternoon all and what a windy rainy day it is! Managed to do my usual walk this morning first thing but glad I had a raincoat and hood over my wig! May have lost it otherwise, lol... I'm not allowed to run post surgery so walking quickly in this weather!
Kelly - good news that you are finally back on the chemo band wagon after months of uncertainty. Can you believe that we see that as a positive to be back on chemo, side effects and all. What a strange journey we are on. Lets hope it is a smoother ride for you now and you can complete your chemo treatments. Good luck for the start of your weekly Paclitaxel in a couple of weeks. So sorry to hear about your brother which must be just devestating for you all I'm sure you will do everything possible to fulfill his wish to get through your treatment plan and be well on the other side. In the meantime be kind to yourself and take the time to grieve in your own way. xxx
LynsH - great news that you have now finished your chemo. Fingers crossed for your MRI and a straight forward guide wire lumpectomy and home by the evening. Hopefully you will find the surgery easier than the chemo part of treatment. At least you have some energy back with the children being off on school holidays.
I'm like a cat on a hot tin roof and I can't sit still. I will get my results next week and I can't think of anything else at the moment. Just don't know what to do with myself but have to keep busy. I'm currently working through loads of cupboards in my house clearing them out. I'm sure it won't last after next week.....
Have a good weekend everyone and keep well xxx
Hiya All
firstly Congratulations to all whom have finished their chemo and good luck to those due surgery.
Well I saw my Oncologist on Monday and following months of uncertainty, I am finally getting back on Chemo. Due to start the week after next and will be having 12 weekly sessions of Paclitaxel.
Got my heart mri at last today, so hopefully that won't change anything.
I previously mentioned that my brother was diagnosed with lung cancer, well sadly he lost his fight last week. I am completely broken but one thing he wanted more than anything, was for me to get better, so I will try to be strong and get through the next few months for him. It's gonna be tough emotionally but I'll give it my best shot x
Hi girls, sorry I've been rubbish at posting of late. Kids being off just now is taking all my time.
I had my last docetaxel 2 weeks ago today and I'm feeling good so far. Probably the best I've felt since chemo started. More energy and taste has come back. 🙌🏻
I had had an MRI on Monday and will hopefully get results next week when I'm back at consultant. The surgeon seemed fairly confident it would be a guide wire lumpectomy and I would be home same day. Fingers crossed.
I am keen just to get the surgery out the way and also the radio done. I have some holidays booked for end of year and really would like to be done by then so I can fully enjoy them without worrying about coming back to more treatment.
To all the ladies coming to the end of your chemo, I hope you're all doing well and good luck for any final sessions.
Lovely to hear about everyone's progress as we approach the last stages. Xxx
Evening April Ladies!
Everyone is a bit quiet this week, I hope you are all ok?
Good to hear from you NikNak5. Sounds like you have been on a long chemo journey which must feel like a lifetime! Only 1 more to go for you, Yay!! September surgery will soon be here. Try not to worry about the surgery; I know that probably doesn't help very much. I had my surgery 2 weeks ago today, and honestly it was absolutely fine. I found it so much easier than chemo. They put you to sleep and you will know nothing about it until you come round in the recovery ward with a lovely nurse sat by your side talking to you and taking your blood pressure. Yes you will be a bit bruised, swollen and tender on your breast and under arm for a couple of weeks but it soon settles down. I have no visible bruising now, very little swelling and my scars are neat and have healed well. I still have blue dye on my breast from the dye injected during surgery. Apparently it can take weeks or months to come off. Make sure you start doing the arm exercises as directed the day after surgery as it will make a big difference to your mobility. It will also help in preparation for radiotherapy as your arms will need to be above your head. I also had a partial node clearance as one node tested positive at the original biopsy. My consultant took out 4 nodes including the positive one. If the other 3 are clear, she is happy to stop there. If they are positive, I'll have the rest of my lymph nodes taken out in a second operation.
I'm not tripple negative but there will be April ladies who are. Hopefully one of them will reply on this post. I would say, the best bit of advice I was ever given by my BC nurse from the outset was not to use Dr Google. I haven't dared to look at rates for recurrence as I don't want to think or worry about it once I get through treatment. I believe the recurrance statistics published for breast cancer are based on old information and maybe not reflect the progress in breast cancer drugs, treatments and research in recent years.
I lost finger nail number 8 yesterday but still hanging on to the last 2 for now! On a positive note, hair seems to be sprouting well but not quickly enough! I'm 5 weeks post chemo and still look like a boiled egg! NikNak, like you I have a mixture of white and dark hairs coming through, particularly at the sides and back. Still a bit shiny on top though . It's definitely going to take quite a while but my hair was very fine before I started chemo so I'm not expecting miracles. I continue to wash, condition and massage my scalp every day in the hope it will increase blood flow to the hair follicles and encourage growth. I've been using Green People, unscented organic shampoo and conditioner throughout chemo and I'm really happy with it. Its very gentle and natural with no parabens or harsh chemicals.
Would be lovely to hear from a few more April ladies with your progress. xxx
Hi lovely ladies
ive not posted on here for a while but I only have one more FEC to go - 20 days and counting. My lumpectomy is booked for 25 September, I'm really scared as never had an operation before, I'm also having partial lymph node removal as I has been diseased so I'll come home with a drain for 4-5 days. It's been a long slog paclitaxel weekly for 12 weeks along side carboplatin every 3 weeks. Then I switched to FEC every 3 weeks for another 12 weeks. After surgery then it will be radiotherapy but should all be done & dusted by Christmas hopefully.
Are any of you ladies triple negative? I'm now scared about the reoccurrence rates.
Anyway we we are all doing so well to think back in April would we ever make it to the end of Chemo & here we are. Truely remarkable you all are.
nicola 😊
I have the same thing, my hair is growing back but it's coming through white & dark on the back. I only had a grey patch over my right ear before it fell out. I've heard the pigment comes through again when your hair follicles recover so I'm hopeful this will be the case. Glad to know it's not only me x
Evening everyone
I'm back home from our week away and just about surfaced from the washing and ironing
RunningSue - congratulations on finishing chemo and ringing that bell Such a milestone to finish chemo and hopefully the worst part of treatment done and dusted! I'm sure you enjoyed that glass of champagne. I'm not surprised you were emotional by the end of your final dose and hope you had a good old cry to release some of the frustration. Do you know when you will move on to radiotherapy?
Christine - hang in there with the cold cap. You have come so far it would be a shame to stop now. I didn't use a cold cap, so I have no idea how it feels but I know my hair is growing back incredibly slowly now! Sounds like you had an adventure with your penultimate chemo on Weds. Nightmare about the split in the PICC line. Still only one more to go and you will be done.
I'm doing well although I lost finger nail number 7 of 10 today. I'm pretty sure I'll lose the last 3 in the next week or so to complete the set. Docetaxel (T) has certainly worked it's magic on my finger nails despite wearing nail varnish and using vitamin E oil on my cuticles during the last 3 chemo sessions of T. Still I have half nails under each one lost and hopefully they will grow back soon! Note to self - never take finger nails, eyebrows or eyelashes for granted ever again! Bruising is reducing quickly around both scars although still feeling tender around scar under my arm. My thoughts are now turning to the results in a couple of weeks. I'm trying to stay positive and upbeat although inside I'm really scared of what they will tell me. I keep telling myself that I can't do anything to change the results and if I need second surgery or more chemo then so be it. The waiting, worrying and feeling scared never seems to get any easier on this journey.
The start of a new week tomorrow. Good luck to those having chemo or starting radiotherapy this week. xxx
Hi sharon it was such a relief to finally have the PICC line taken out. It bled when the nurse took it out but only for a minute, so the nurse pur a dressing on but i was able to take it off a short time later.
Sue xxx
Hi Sue,
Congrats on finishing chemo! I am due to have my picc out on Friday (I was advised to wait until the end of week 2 of my final cycle). Do they put a waterproof dressing on then? I can't wait not to have to worry about the blasted picc line!
Good luck to all still with final doses and/or surgery to go.
Sharon xx
Thank you Liz and Susan,
Hopefully it'll be ok. I'm trying to stay optimistic but I could have made a wig out of what has fallen out just today! I'll keep going. I'll try not to run to the razor yet 😂
Thank you
Agreed do stick with it my hair still shedding a bit after chemo - it has been weakened by treatment - but new hair coming through !
Hi Christine
I continued to cold cap despite my hair thinning a lot. The second one definitely does more damage.
I'm hoping the hairdresser will be able to blend it when it has grown a bit more.
Well done to those coming to the end of chemo! Must be such a relief! I get emotional just thinking about my last one...not long now!
Bramley, glad your op went ok and the scars are looking good. It's amazing what they can do! Sounds like you had a nice week too.
My penultimate chemo on Wednesday wasn't quite what I had planned! Got there, called up within 20mins (usually I have a 2 hour wait!) and went to get my PICC line dressing changed and then they found a split in the top connection. And the PICC team said they wouldn't be able to fix it! So back to cannulas! Was so frustrating, so close to the end!!! And man does FEC hurt the veins! Wasn't a pleasant day. Thankfully my sickness was so much better controlled. I still feel nauseous now but having some frozen grapes, which helps.
Another thing...I've been managing to keep my hair with cold capping but the second FEC seems to have taken a hit. Lots more hair falling out and I'm in such a dilemma. Do I continue cold capping and end up with very thin hair or do I shave it off?! I still have a fair amount left but it's very disheartening always having hair attached to your tops and not your head!! So close to the end, such a shame!
Hello ladies
I had my last chemo yesterday and i rang the bell!!! I was a bit emotional but i actually cried more once the machine had finished pumping the drugs into me!! Once it started beeping i said "thats it, im finished!!". It was such a relief to get the PICC line taken out and once i had a glass of champagne at home i had a lovely cool shower (i did intend to have a soak in the bath but weather was very humid) and nice not to have to wrap my arm in plastic to keep my PICC dry.
Bramley i hope u are recovering well from your op and you enjoyed your little holiday.
Debi i think its a marvellous idea that we arrange to meet up!! Would be lovely to put a face to all our names !!
Lizandsarah hope u have got over the grotty stages from your last docataxel and u are enjoying the sun. Do u move onto radiotherapy soon?
Take care ladies
Sue xxx
Hair is growing, but its very white!
It wasn't white before, just a little bit of grey scattered through looks like it's been growing for a while as some is about an inch long in places! .More on top than anywhere, it'd been cut to hin length but there are still thin patches round the back
Roll on 6 months for the hair dye!
Evening ladies
Last night of our holiday and been out for a nice meal. Has been just the tonic to be away for a week post surgery. I've done far less here than I would have at home so more time for me to recover. I took my dressings off my 2 x incisions yesterday (7 days post surgery). They probably would have lasted another few days but my incision under my arm was feeling quite tender and I wondered if the dressing was causing it. Anyway both incisions look really neat and appear to be healing really well. The steri strips literally came away with the waterproof dressing on top. I'm amazed that my Consultant has made the incision on my breast around the top side of the outer areola which I can hardly see even at this early stage. I won't have a visible scar on my breast which is such a lovely surprise and not at all what I was expecting. Breast is still a bit swollen and tender above the incision but it's not looking disfigured after lumpectomy. They both still look pretty even I'm more tender under my arm, after partial lymph node clearance, and more bruising but I guess this part of the body is far less fleshy and quite tight. I'm still able to lift my arm straight above my head, both elbows out to side and arms up my back so mobility is pretty good all things considered. I keep doing the exercises which seem to be helping.
Liz - glad you are doing well after your last dose of Docetaxel. Let us know how your radiotherapy planning meeting goes on Monday and when you are starting. I hope to start radiotherapy in Sept providing I heal well and don't need any further surgery. Thanks for all the info on Zolodex and Zoldronic Acid. I think I'm more post rather than pre menopausal but just wondering why nothing has been mentioned about Zoldronic Acid in my treatment plan. I can ask my Consultant or BC nurse when I see them in a couple of week for the pathalogical results following surgery.
Debi - hope everything gets sorted with your work. It's a worry you don't really need on top of going through treatment. It's a lovely idea to meet up at some point in the future, hopefully when we are through our treatment plans. I'd be up for it
We haven't heard from some of our ladies in April starters for a while. I do hope you are all ok and progressing with your treatment plans. Would be lovely to hear how you are doing.
Have a good weekend everyone xxx
Hi Ladies
I've started a monthly radiotherapy thread for Augusy starters, I know some of you have already found it.
I've bounbced back well from the 50% dose of Docetaxol, got so much more energy. Ive managed to get home and am enjoying the coast walks and seaside fun with my child and old school friends. Fingers and toes almosat back to normal now from the neuropathy. Got my planning scan on tuesday.
Christine18 - I work permanent nights, and I'll be returning to the same post. My manager suggested some days to start with, but the distance is too far to make it worthwhile. I've never really got back into the swing of sleeping at night anyway. I did ask about the best time to take the daily AI's and my consultant said it was up to me. Ill; be starting them soon so I can see what end of the day gives more side effects
Bramley - in answer to your questions, there are two drugs out there that may be offered, Zolodex and Zoldronic Acid.
In the NICE guidance for treating BC it says that:
Discuss the benefits and risks of ovarian function suppression in addition to endocrine therapy with premenopausal women with ER‑positive invasive breast cancer. Explain to women that ovarian function suppression may be most beneficial for those women who are at sufficient risk of disease recurrence to have been offered chemotherapy. (This is the Zolodex injuections every 28 days). I was already having hot flushes for a couple of years, so I've been put on it to send me into full menopause, but my new consultant has agreed I can have my ovaries removed if I wish, which I will be agreeing to as I want to remove the food source for the future!!
Havoing the Zolodex also gives them more drug options as there is only one drug for pre-menopausal (Tamoxifen) and four for post (Tamoxifen and the three AI's)!
Zoldronic Acid: guidance says this should be offered as adjuvant therapy to postmenopausal women with node‑positive invasive breast cancer. It should also be offered as adjuvant therapy for postmenopausal women with node‑negative invasive breast cancer and a high risk[1] of recurrence. I've had the first one and had no obvious side effects, but the Docetaxol would probably have masked them anyway! I'm also taking a daily supplement after discussion with my consultant as my Vit D levels were extremely low and had to be treated during chemo.
Hope this helps
Hi everyone
Suanmanchester - glad your energy levels are coming back. On with the rads.
Bramley - Hope you are enjoying your break and recovering well.
Interestingtingtimes when do you start your rads?
Christine18 it sounds you are in a similar place in your treatment plan then me. My surgery i think ( i haven't seen my surgeon yet) will be mid Sept. Don't know how long rads will be after. My last chemo is Aug 13th and i can't wait!!
LynsH - i have been off work since March too, my workplace is closing down and they are in the process of redeploying or redundancies. It's a mess at moment so not sure if i will have a job or not when i go back. It's just another worry. I have been in touch with Macmillan as they have great info on work rights etc.
I have been reading some of the other groups and some of them have had a meet up, i was wondering if any of you would be interested in meeting up? what are your thoughts on this?
Take care
Evening ladies
Christine - glad your bloods are good for your penultimate chemo tomorrow. Getting close now to the end of chemo I've never tried Lorazepam but was very nauseous on FEC. By the 3rd dose I was prescribed Emend (Aprepitant) tablets; took one on the day of chemo and one tablet for 2 days post chemo. I was told it was the most effective medication for nausea but unfortunately it didn't seem to make much difference to me. I felt I had morning sickness from the minute I woke up until I went to sleep at night. Hopefully your Oncologist has found the right prescription to help with your nausea. October will soon be here for your surgery. Psychologically I'm sure it helps to have the tumour finally removed after all the months of chemotherapy. I was so happy to get surgery out of the way knowing the tumour would finally be gone.
Lynsey - your surgery will be fine in comparison to chemo. Let us know when you have a date. Will be interesting to hear if they have to use mammogram rather than ultrasound to insert guide wire next to marker on morning of surgery. Ref returning to work, as Christine says, don't feel pressurised into going back sooner than you feel ready. If you can afford to be off for longer, go with what feels right for you. I was signed off work for 6 months from March (day I started chemo) taking me through until September. I have given it quite a lot of thought and don't think I'm going back until January. I really want to have some hair and look like me again before I return to work. I also want to go on holiday somewhere warm at the end of treatment (hopefully by October). It's my birthday in October and our 26th wedding anniversary so would be lovely to celebrate after such a difficult year.
SusanManchester - glad you are feeling better and enjoying your food and wine again Will be interesting to hear what they tell you at your radiotherapy planning meeting and how you get on with the Letrozole. I need to wait 6-8 weeks after surgery to allow scars to heal before I can start on radiotherapy. I'm not sure which hormone medication I will be prescribed or when I will start taking them.
Sharon - glad you are also moving onto radiotherapy. Let us know how it goes.
Jencat - many thanks for the info on Zoldronic Acid. I'm 51 and was going through the menopause with plenty of hot flushes at the time of diagnosis although I hadn't had a period for around a year or regular periods for around 2+ years. My consultant described me as peri-menopausal (on the transition) so I guess I'm in the middle somewhere. I'm still having hot flushes having completed chemo. Maybe Zoldronic Acid is not be suitable for me.
Have a good week everyone xxx
Clinic appointment done. They've given me a small dose of lorazepam to take tomorrow to control my nausea. Has anyone else taken this? They've also made sure the nurses give my IV anti-emetics tomorrow rather than tablets like they did last time.
Thankfully all my bloods are ok so I can go ahead with my next FEC cycle. Fingers crossed it's a smoother ride tomorrow. Penultimate chemotherapy! Can't wait for this part of treatment to be over.
Hi Lynsey,
Try not to feel pressured to go back to work. I haven't been at work either since my diagnosis in March. Thankfully they haven't pressured me but I'm going to speak to them in a couple of weeks to discuss going back. I too don't feel ready and am thinking of going back in January. Luckily I have another 5 months of half pay but I'll be using my annual leave in December before I go back. I have a very stressful job too working nights, days and weekends all 12.5hour shifts. I certainly won't be able to do that but your employer has to adapt work to you! I'm going to get signed off nights for at least a year and try to see if I can work shorter shifts to start with. They legally have to adapt work to suit you so make sure you speak up if you just can't do what you used to be able to do.
Macmillan has a lot of support and people to talk to about returning to work and your rights so might be worth using them or speak to the helpline before going to see your boss.
On another note, it's good news to hear you can have a lumpectomy. Hope it all goes ok!
Oh ladies, it feels like most of us are seeing the end in sight. Christine, I hope the dizziness and nausea goes soon. Can only imagine how awful that is. You sound very upbeat and positive however and I hope it does ease.
I saw surgeon this morning and will get my surgery soon hopefully. (had last docetaxel
last Friday and feeling ok so far, just very tired and but achy but otherwise good). The surgeon was very positive that surgery would be super simple, a guide wire inserted in morning of surgery then a simple lumpectomy and then node removal. Relieved to know that it's not going to be too invasive. Radiotherapy I don't think is anywhere as tough as chemo so feeling also very positive that we are on the home straight ladies.
On another note, I had a call with my boss tomorrow about work. I think she's going to ask me when I expect to return to work. I've been off since my diagnosis in March and to be honest don't feel anywhere ready for going back. She's apparently told some
of my colleagues that she thinks I'll be back sept/oct but I think I need more time to recover. My pay stops soon but thankfully can afford a few months of unpaid so I'm thinking January. What's everyone else's employers been like? Any pressure to return early? I'm feeling very anxious about the conversation tomorrow in case I feel railroaded into agreeing an earlier return date. I have a fairly stressful job and spend a lot of my time out and about on my own and my worry is I find the workload too much and tiredness takes hold.
Any advice would be hugely appreciated.
lynsey xx
Just a little update 11 days after last chemo and energy levels already massively better ! Had a couple of glasses white wine for first time in months really enjoyed them . Radiotherapy planning next Monday and start Letrozole in two weeks for next 10 years 🙏 My eyes look dreadful as no eyelashes bought sunglasses today my hair is a bit of a train wreck but most still there .. and one of my toes is numb . Otherwise all feels so much better now no chemo every week !
Hi all,
Just wanted to say well donate all of us making it through (or nearly through chemo!).
Good luck to those ladies with surgery still to go. And for those of us moving on to radiotherapy, they assured me when I got my markings at the CT scan yesterday that it's all downhill form here. A friend who has just finished rads said radiotherapy was a walk in the park compared to chemo! It's looking up ladies!
Be strong. The end is in sight!
Bramley, losing 6 finger nails sounds sore! Glad you're recovering well from your surgery A stay at the seaside sounds lovely and just the thing to help aid your recovery!
Re Zoldronic Acid-I think it is offered to post-menopausal women as a bone strengthener and to help stop bc recurring in the bones xx
Afternoon everyone
Debi - hope you have turned the corner on side effects from your chemo last Tuesday. Only one more to go for you and then your surgery in September. Do you have a date yet?
RunningSue - I daren't ask about the nausea - 102 days feeling sick is a complete nightmare! It looks like its not going to change for you until you finish chemo. Hopefully your final chemo will go ahead this week and you can ring that bell loud and proud! I think most people feel emotional at the end of chemo so let those tears flow freely. I'm sure other chemo patients will smile and clap to celebrate with you. I've never walked out of oncology so quickly as I did on my last chemo. I knew I was going to cry but just wanted to get into my car to have my own space to bawl my eyes out!
Linsey - congratulations on finishing chemo. Yay!! Hope side effects aren't too bad after final dose. Do you have a date for your surgery? What surgery are you having?
Susanmanchester - congratulations to you too for finishing chemo. So nice that quite a few of us have now finished or nearing the end of chemo. Such a milestone in our treatment plans. There seem to be endless different options for treatment plans for breast cancer. It's good that you had a choice to have surgery first and chemo second. Have you got a date to start radiotherapy yet? You will be leading the way in the April starters with radiotherapy so will look forward to hearing about your experience.
Liz - I was going to ask about Zoldronic Acid. It's not been mentioned at all in my treatment plan so assume I won't be having it. I've noticed quite a few ladies talking about it but not sure if it's recommended for certain types of BC or why it is recommended for some but not others?
I'm recovering well from surgery and enjoying the sea views from the balcony of the apartment we are renting. Just what the doctor ordered and the sea air feels wonderful. 4 days post surgery and the waterproof clear dressings are holding well. They haven't started to peel off yet and I'm now showering every day. Can see dried blood under both dressings (boob and under arm pit) along the steri strip. Nurse said to wait around a week to remove dressings but I'm not in any rush if they are holding well. Bruising is coming out on boob (looks a bit yellow around incision) and under arm. Both incisions feel tender and boob is a bit swollen but not too bad at all. It also has blue dye on it. Not sure how long that takes to wash off? I'm wearing my soft sleep bras at night which are comfortable and my post surgery bra (£5 bargain from M&S outlet store) during the day. The post surgery bra definitely offers more support when walking to stop boob jiggling. I haven't needed any pain relief since the day after surgery which I'm really happy about. I'm walking every day to get fresh air and doing my arm exercises. I still have nearly full range of movement in my arm although it feels a bit tender if I extend arm fully above my head.
My taste and appetite is returning after chemo which is fab but I will need to be careful not to gain any weight! I finished chemo around 4lbs lighter than when I started so very keen to keep it steady. I lost just over 2.5 stone with Slimming World over an 18 month period before I was diagnosed with BC. I was just about at target weight too. I kept going to SW through chemo and actually got my 3 stone award after chemo 6 I'll be dammed if I put on the weight I've lost now after everything I've been through.
On the downside I've now lost 6 finger nails out of 10 and I'm sure the other 4 will fall off shortly. It's amazing how difficult it is to open things and do every day tasks without finger nails!
Hope everyone is doing ok? Another week and another step closer to getting through treatment. xxx
Bramley its great to hear your surgery went well and you are back at home.
I had my treatment on Tuesday and felt ok up to today which i feel lightheaded, achey and tired. Back of neck is sore too. Stayed in bed this morning and i am going to have an early night.
Its good to hear that we are all getting through the treatment plans we have and most are on the last part.
Take care everyone
Hello ladies
Bramley so pleased the surgery went well for you. Hope u are getting lots of rest and hope u enjoy the little holiday.
I must admit im really struggling with this heat. I have lots of hot flushes but combined with the heatwave its unbearable. I try to take cold showers to cool down but i have to wrap my arm in clingfilm to prevent my PICC line getting wet.
Ive been out for quite a few walks lately. I went back to my local parkrun last weekend, i hadnt been for 3 months and it was so good to be back and lots of my friends shouted out support to me. I dont have the energy to run so i walked it all while chatting to the lovely tailwalker.
Ive had more mouth ulcers this week and of course the nausea which ive had now for 102 days!!! Ive been keeping a little diary since my first day of chemo. I know it will be nice to look back on in a year or so. I did the same when i was pregnant.
Fingers crossed that this time next week i will have had my final chemo. Looking forward to ringing the bell but i know ill cry as i have done when ive watched others on the ward when theyve rung it. I must admit the last 3 months have flown by. Cant believe im so close to the end of chemo.
Take care ladies, speak soon
Sue xxx
Bramley, well done on your post, that's great for me to know what to expect. I'm due surgery end of August.
im just home from my last docetaxel treatment. So glad it's all over and just want to get through this week feeling ok and focus on surgery. I always feel tired after my infusion and today is no different. Thankfully kids are overnight with my parents tonight so I have opportunity to just rest.
I hope everyone else is doing well and feeling ok in this heat.
Take care lynsey
Hi Bramley and all ..
I think you are immensely brave coping with all that . Had my surgery with node clearance back in Jan as I was desperate for cancer to be gone and opted for chemo afterwards which I finished last Friday . Saw surgeon Weds for first physical examination and all seems well so on to radiotherapy in couple of weeks . Not having chemo is marvellous !
I'm back in the land of the living after surgery and back home Thank you for all your good wishes xxx
So I can now tell you about my experience just in case it helps anyone else worrying about having a lumpectomy and sentinal node clearance after chemo.
Guide wire - First appointment yesterday was to have a guide wire inserted next to the titanium marker. The marker was injected into the centre of my 3cm tumour before I even started chemo. The doctor tried to use ultrasound to get up to date info on the size of tumour and locate the marker in order to put guide wire next to it. She explained that ultrasound is not very good for locating the marker as it is so tiny and she may have to use their newest and most detailed mammogram to locate the marker. This turned out to be the case and she actually inserted the guide wire whilst my breast was gripped on the mammogram. I had a local anaesthetic before she inserted the guide wire and she took pictures to make sure it was right next to the marker. I had a wire hanging out of my breast but covered up with a dressing and was able to wear my bra on top.
Radioactive Dye - Next appointment was to have some radioactive dye injected into the breast to make my lymph nodes light up during surgery. It was a small injection and because my breast was already numb from the guide wire, it wasn't particularly painful, just a sharp scratch. The injection was literally a couple of seconds.
Surgery - I didn't arrive on the day surgical ward until around 11am so found out I was last in the queue for breast surgery. I was pretty thirsty by this time so the nurse gave me one of those spongy lollypop things with a small cup of water to keep my mouth and lips wet. I was given 2 x paracetemols around 1.5 hours before surgery with a small amount of water to swallow. I was fitted with surgical socks - they measure your ankle to give you the right size. Thankfully the Nurse put them on for me as my finger nails are not in good shape and I've lost 3 already! My Consultant came to see me before surgery to explain that she would do a lumpectomy and as agreed take 4 x lymph nodes out to test. One of my lymph nodes has tested positive for cancer on the first biopsy at diagnosis. Anaesthetist also came to see me to ask a few more questions. I eventually went down for surgery at 3pm. I was wheeled into a small room just outside operating theatre and a blood pressure cuff was put on my calf and heart pads on my chest. A small canular was put into my left hand (cancer in right breast) and the anaesthetic was put into that. They explained I would feel a cold sensation going up my arm which I did. The butterfly pictures on the ceiling started blurring and that is the last I remember. The next thing I recall was a nurse saying my name in recovery at 4.45pm (surgery was around 1.5 hours). A few blood pressure and temp checks and I was wheeled back to the ward by 6pm. I was really emotional coming round from surgery and just couldn't stop crying in recovery and back on the ward where my husband was waiting for me. I think it was just sheer relief of having the cancer cut out of me after 7 months (I found the lump in January). I had a cup of tea and a couple of digestives back on the ward but was still starving so asked for a sandwich and some water. I was discharged at 8pm armed with some codeine tablets to take as required. I was advised to take 2 x codeine tablets and 2 x paracetemols before bed to try and get a good nights sleep.
I took the painkillers as prescribed before bed and had a pretty good nights sleep all things considered. I had a fan going in the bedroom and an extra pillow to rest my arm on. I put a sleep bra on to come home in and kept it on to sleep in. I have to say it is very comfortable and just enough support without adding too much pressure. I have internal stiches and a steristrip on the top of each incision. I have a clear waterproof dressing on the top; both on my breast and under arm. Unfortunately the dressing under my arm leaked a bit during the night so found blood on the sheet this morning. I'm feeling a bit sore, more under my arm today but have taken a couple of paracetemols and it's really not too bad. I've done my arm exercises this morning as advised the day after surgery. Breast is very slightly swollen but nothing major so far. I'm sure the bruising will come out over the next few days. Breast has blue dye over it and I'm weeing blue at the moment from another dye put in during surgery.
Taking it easy today and just chilling. Decided not to have a shower today to give dressings more of a chance to stay on longer. Will see how next few days go but feeling very happy and relieved that surgery is now over. Now looking forward to getting away to the seaside for a week to recover with lots of help from my husband and boys Sorry for long post but if you are worried about surgery, hopefully some of this will help.
Liz - glad the side effects are slightly less on the reduced dose of docetaxel. Hope your trip home to the North West to see family goes well. It will be so lovely for you to be back with your family again. xx
Hope everyone else is doing ok. Keep posting so we can all keep up to date with everyone's journey. There are currently only a few of us posting in the April monthly thread. Sending hugs to you all xxx
Hi Ladies,
We are now seven days on from last Docetaxol and first Zoldronic Acid. Looking forward to radiotherapy now.
Never noriced any side effects from Zoldronic fortunately.
Joint pain much less on 50% dose, just managed with simple analgesia, fatigue has kicked in again hugely this week, but I don't think the heat is helping either! Still getting some neuropathy but it's more manageable this time and is starting to lessen earlier. Main problem is the nerve pain from node clearance and I've less range of movement for radio than I had when I saw consultant, but physio has been working on that this week, again only happened since docetaxol came into the mix!
Still hoping to get home t the North West on Sunday to see my family, they haven't seen me since I was diagnosed in December as my dad's not well enough to travel. Be the furthest I've driven in months, but I know where every cafe is on the way for regular breaks. I'd think nothing of driving 250miles non stop before all this. It'll do my daughter good to see her grandparents as well and the sea is only a few minutes away so I can hopefully start to get out walking again and build up stamina again. There's also lots of nice cafes in n the village so I can have a few treats🍰
Keep wel hydrated in this heat today
Hi Bramley
All the best for today, i hope everything goes well.
Hi Bramley
When i had the dye, it was injected into my breast around the nipple area. I didnt have any anaesthetic and it did hurt but only for a minute or so. The dye will leave a little blue mark on your breast - i still have it and my op was in march!! Im sure it will fade away eventually!! I too had to wait all day to go to theatre so take a book or something to read while u are waiting. My sister bought me a little cushion to put under my armpit while i was recovering afted my op - it really helped to ease the pressure from the scars.
Good luck tomoro - we will all be thinking of you and wishing the best for you.
Take care
Sue xxx
Thank you Sharon xx
One question I forgot to ask my BC nurse and you will know the answer to. Where to they inject the dye to light up your lymph nodes? Is it into the breast, armpit or somewhere else? Do they give you a local anaesthetic first before they inject it? I have no idea what to expect or how much they inject but I was told the dye may make me look a bit grey and ill in the face. Quite normal apparently and nothing to be concerned about but she just wanted to warn me in case my husband or I wonder why I look a bit grey or ill all of a sudden! Did you just take paracetemol or ibuprofen after surgery for pain relief?
Yes I'll take a few magazines with me and my iPad as I'm expecting to be hanging around quite a while. Apparently my consultant has a full list of ladies for surgery tomorrow.
Really looking forward to getting away on Saturday to the seaside after its all over. We had to cancel our holiday to Cyprus this year so it will be nice to get away for a week. I intend to do nothing apart from a walk every day, my arm exercises and spending time with my family. I always seem to sleep better with sea air so I'm counting on it after surgery when I'm feeling uncomfortable. You lucky thing to live so close to the sea. xx
Hi Bramley,
Good luck with your surgery. I had mine before chemo, complete with wire guides and injection (which HURTS like the devil!). In some ways surgery was the worst, but then I had it on both sides so perhaps that made it doubly horrible and 6 doses of FEC and nausea as well as digestive and sinus complications! Regarding the long wait for actual surgery, take a book or something to keep you busy! I had to report at 7am and only went in at 3pm! Still went home that night at 8 though! The surgeons are extremely skilled and specialise in literally taking lumps out of boobs all day every day, so they know what they are looking/feeling for. I am sure chemo will have done its job and you will be fine! Enjoy recuperating at the seaside! (I live 10mins from a beach so I'm super lucky!).
Good luck.
Thanks everyone for your good wishes. It means a lot to have support from those also going through this same nightmare journey. xx
I heard today that bloods are good so can go ahead with surgery on Thursday. Yay! I think it will be a long day. Need to have a guide wire put in under local anaesthetic at the Breast Clinic at 8.45am. It will be placed by the original marker inserted into the tumour before I started chemo and I'll literally have a wire hanging out of me. Then onto the hospital to have some dye injected in the Nuclear Medical Department! Wonder if I'll be glowing This will light up my lymph nodes apparently so surgeon can locate them easily in armpit. Then onto day surgery unit to wait in the queue. I don't think I'll be in surgery until the afternoon. Not allowed anything to eat after midnight or drink after 6am so will probably be a bit dehydrated by the afternoon. I'm going to set my alarm for 6am to drink a large glass of water. I usually drink loads of water in a day so going to struggle to get to the afternoon on no liquids particularly in this heat!
I have such mixed emotions about surgery. I just want it done and dusted to get the cancer cut out of me but on the other hand a bit apprehensive about being put to sleep. I won't know much about that bit but it's the lead up to it I guess. I'm more apprehensive about the 3 week wait for the results and scared what I will be told in case the chemo didn't work as well as I hope and pray. I can still feel a lump, albeit smaller, and it really scares me. I've booked for our family to go away for a week to the seaside for a week after surgery. The apartment has a balcony with sea views and that's where I think I will spend most of my time recovering. Will take the leaflet with arm exercises with me. I'll have no excuses for not doing them every day as I'll have loads of time. Also want to walk every day and paddle my feet in the sea. Simple pleasures in life I'll never take for granted again.
Phet - how is your swollen boob? Did you manage to get your ultrasound and get it sorted? My finger nails are shocking. Still pretty numb but only lost 3 so far. I'm sure I will lose all of them in time. Just relieved there seems to be a nail underneath each time or I think I would faint! Must remember to take off my nail varnish tomorrow as not allowed it for surgery. Made me laugh in the letter when instructed to make sure I have a shower and wash my hair before surgery. Lol.. what hair, I look like a boiled egg!
Debi - penultimate chemo done and dusted and one more to go! Hope side effects aren't too awful this time. You are so close now and your surgery in September will soon be here. Made me laugh ref the gardening incident. Hope you get on well with your neighbours, lol!
Pollensa - blimey it sounds like you are having a really tough time on Docetaxel. It must be so frustrating to still feel nauseous especially after feeling sick for the first half of chemo on FEC. I think you have been really unlucky Have they sorted your kidney issues out? Hopefully you can get home tomorrow. Reduced dose on your final chemo and stronger nausea meds will hopefully do the trick for the last round. You will be so glad to see the back of chemo now. Stay strong xx
Kelly - have you had your heart scan yet? Hope all ok xx
Busy day for me tomorrow doing a food shop, cleaning the house, getting hospital bag together and packing my suitcase for the seaside. As soon as I am able I'll put something on here after surgery; hopefully by Friday.
Take care everyone and keep posting. I'll be reporting back soon I hope! xxx
Bramley best wishes for your surgery. I will be pestering you for details of everything from side effects to pain etc. My surgery is in Sept (no date yet).
Just had penultimate treatment today, feeling ok, its usually a couple of days before any side effects raise there head.
Benn gardening all weekend, tubs look nice and colourful even though i wasn't going to do so many this time. We had started to chop down our Eucalyptus tree down (which had grown way too big) on Sunday evening but had to leave it half done due to family needs. Monday morning i went for my bloods doing and when i got back it had blown down into the next doors garden, luckily missing her pond, garden ornaments, plants and washing line. It had fallen directly onto her lawn- thank goodness.
Hope every one has had a good weekend and are keeping well hydrated in this heat!
Stay strong ladies we are getting there.
Debi x
Most in awe of all those who managed charity runs, absolutely marvellous!
Unfortunately, cycle 5 of docataxel was much worse than cycle 4! Admitted to hospital last week, hopefully leaving tomorrow.
High temp, dreadful nausea, kidney problems.......everything you could think of!
Next dose will be reduced and many more anti nausea tabs. It had better work!
Good luck Bramley!! All fingers and toes crossed for you. I hope your fingernails are also feeling a bit better- Docetaxel just keeps 'giving'!
Hi Bramley,
Just wanted to wish you good luck for your upcoming surgery
Evening All
Thanks for your lovely comments about my Son's graduation. Just so lovely to have a happy day and feel normal again for a few hours. We need to set ourselves goals, make plans and celebrate the good times along this rollercoaster of a journey xx
It's really interesting to hear of people's experiences on receiving summary letters after oncology and consultant appointments. I can definitely see the benefits i.e. they are a really useful reminder of what was said and agreed moving forwards with treatment. On the other hand I can completely understand the worry of seeing a very factual medical account of the meeting and about the cancer. Everyone is so different in the way they handle such a difficult situation and I guess it depends on how much you want to know. I talked it over with my husband and he asked me if I felt I had missed out by not having letters. He was worried I would focus on the words and things that could be perceived as negative and read too much in to it. So I think I've decided not to request them at this stage and just rely on information given to me at each meeting. To be fair they have always been very good at answering any questions I've had so far. I may change my mind but I think at this stage it feels right for me.
Phet - I do hope you have managed to get your ultrasound to find out what's happening with your swollen boob? I'd be just as worried and frustrated as you are not knowing what's happening. Having breast cancer is very stressful in itself but when you have a reaction or swelling, it just increases the stress and anxiety. Hoping things are happening and getting sorted for you and you can still get away on holiday and have your surgery as planned on 6th August.
Liz - hope your final chemo went well today.
I'm doing well apart from my thumb nail and another finger nail fell off today . I've now lost 3 nails on my right hand which is a bit weird. Thinking about it, after the first dose of Docetaxel (chemo round 4), I had a terrilbe reaction on my hands and fingers. They literally swelled to double the size with red burning sensation for a week. My right hand was much worse than my left. I think my nails were damaged at that stage as they have been feeling pretty numb since. Just wondering if I'm going to lose all 10 finger nails! My toe nails are all fine though at the moment!
6 days until surgery and counting, bloods willing!
Have a good weekend everyone! xxx
Yes I asked not to see them once I knew the post surgery results that was enough ...
@Bramley wrote:
Afternoon all
Liz - good news that your chemo 6 will go ahead on Friday with a reduced dose. It will be interesting to hear if the side effects are less as a result. In theory they should be I guess, well you would hope so anyway!
Thanks to you and Kelly for the info on follow up letters after each appointment. I had no idea that I could get hold of copies after each oncology/consultant appointment. The only issue is that I'm too scared to ask for copies! I'm just not sure if I want to see a factual medical letter about my cancer. I'm not sure why I feel that way but maybe I'm just not ready to see it in black and white. I know I'm being a complete wimp! For me the diagnosis was just so shocking and I feel it's taken me forever to even get my head around that part. My consultant, breast care nurse and Oncologist are all lovely and very positive and I trust them to make the right decisions on my medical care. They haven't told me too much so far apart from the tumour was 3cm at diagnosis, is eostrogen positive, HER2 negative and is very treatable. A biopsy has also confirmed it's in one lymph node.
Kelly - hope you are doing ok and you have a date for the MRI on your heart? Let us know how you get on and we will be willing you to get back on track with your chemo if it is safe to do so or onto radiotherapy to zap and nuke any rogue cancer cells.
Susanmanchester - good luck for your final Paclitaxel on Friday. The end of a long chemo journey which you will be glad to have behind you. I think it takes a while for the chemo drugs to finally get out of our system but hey each day will hopefully get a bit better!
Before I started chemo on 20th March 2019 I set myself a goal to be at my son's university graduation on 17th July 2019. I worked out if I went through all 6 cycles on time I would be 14 days post my final chemo (number 6). I told my Oncologist and BC nurse that I couldn't afford any delays to my chemo treatment as I just had to be at his graduation. Both warned me of potential delays and pitfalls but throughout my chemo journey that date was always at the forefront of my mind and nothing was going to stop me. Well yesteday I was the happiest and proudest mum in the world to attend his graduation ceremony on day 14 post chemo 6 I wore my trusted wig and applied eye make up as best I could with no eyebrows, eyelashes and permanently watering eyes, not from crying either! It didn't really matter what I looked like, I was just so happy to be there. None of his Uni friends know that I have breast cancer and no one looked at me strangely or sympathetically. I was just a normal person for one happy day at least and I loved it. I was shattered by the time we got home last night but it was a 12 hour day with travelling so not really surprising!
Keep posting everyone, stay positive and hope you are all doing ok. xxx
Hey thanks Bramley
My eyelashes left it till the end to go have drops from Christie's buying chocolates for nurses on chemo unit but waiting till I get all-clear on the bloods . Also got to see surgeon next week for follow-up 😟 But it's routine best to all just want it to be done now xx
Bramley, well done in achieving your goal to attend your son's graduation! I'm sure you were very proud of him, but equally I expect he felt the same at you being able to be there! I'm glad you had such a lovely day.
I do receive letters after appointments, but personally I sometimes I wished I didn't! They are useful so that you've got something to refer back to, but I often found that what had been said when I'd seen the consultant or oncologist seemed to look worse once written down and I'd brood over the contents x
Hi all,
I'm just back from another trip to triage at the hospital to try to work out what's going on in the 'bad boob' that is still swollen and inflamed. No ultrasound yet! They keep telling me to try this or that antibiotics, wait and see, etc. I'm getting quite annoyed to be honest - I'm worried if there's a problem and they are taking a long time to diagnose it, it is going to jeopardize my surgery on August 6 (and, perhaps more importantly, the 5 day holiday in Provence my partner and I have booked for just before that!). I've been on the phone to the secretaries of both my surgeon and my oncologist and both are trying to help me, but I think I'm going to be contacting PALS (the Patient Advice and Liaison Service) as this is all getting a bit much.
Otherwise, things are going ok - I'm so tired at the end of all this and a bit sick of feeling rubbish but otherwise happy to be out the other end of chemo, or nearly.
Bramley - congratulations on making it to your son's graduation! That's so wonderful to have had that milestone in mind and now to have made it. You must have been so proud, and though it would have been exhausting it must have been totally worth it.
Liz - that's wonderful that your next infusion is going ahead. I also had a zoledronic acid infusion with my last chemo, and like you I'm on Zoladex and will be for the foreseeable. Apparently the zoledronic acid can cause side effects like bone pain and aches, but I can report that in my case, I didn't notice anything different at all from the usual Docetaxel side effects, so I think the zoledronic acid ones must be nothing in comparison! How are you tolerating the Zoladex? I had my latest one last Thursday, and I spent yesterday in floods of tears. It was only in the evening that I remembered that I had also been in floods of tears about 6 days after my previous Zoladex...so I guess I should expect to feel hormonal in the week after each injection from now on!
Re the letters from the oncologist issue - I've also been getting a copy of every letter that goes to my GP from my surgeon and oncologist, and I have to say I do find them useful in summarizing what we discussed at each meeting. They can also be useful if you need to remind them of something; they see so many patients a day and I have found a few times that mine have said 'now I think we've agreed X moving forward haven't we' and I've been able to say 'no, I think we agreed Y, as it says here in the letter summarizing our last appointment' so it is really useful to have that as a reminder for both of us.
Hope everyone is easing into the weekend ok; strength to all
Afternoon all
Liz - good news that your chemo 6 will go ahead on Friday with a reduced dose. It will be interesting to hear if the side effects are less as a result. In theory they should be I guess, well you would hope so anyway!
Thanks to you and Kelly for the info on follow up letters after each appointment. I had no idea that I could get hold of copies after each oncology/consultant appointment. The only issue is that I'm too scared to ask for copies! I'm just not sure if I want to see a factual medical letter about my cancer. I'm not sure why I feel that way but maybe I'm just not ready to see it in black and white. I know I'm being a complete wimp! For me the diagnosis was just so shocking and I feel it's taken me forever to even get my head around that part. My consultant, breast care nurse and Oncologist are all lovely and very positive and I trust them to make the right decisions on my medical care. They haven't told me too much so far apart from the tumour was 3cm at diagnosis, is eostrogen positive, HER2 negative and is very treatable. A biopsy has also confirmed it's in one lymph node.
Kelly - hope you are doing ok and you have a date for the MRI on your heart? Let us know how you get on and we will be willing you to get back on track with your chemo if it is safe to do so or onto radiotherapy to zap and nuke any rogue cancer cells.
Susanmanchester - good luck for your final Paclitaxel on Friday. The end of a long chemo journey which you will be glad to have behind you. I think it takes a while for the chemo drugs to finally get out of our system but hey each day will hopefully get a bit better!
Before I started chemo on 20th March 2019 I set myself a goal to be at my son's university graduation on 17th July 2019. I worked out if I went through all 6 cycles on time I would be 14 days post my final chemo (number 6). I told my Oncologist and BC nurse that I couldn't afford any delays to my chemo treatment as I just had to be at his graduation. Both warned me of potential delays and pitfalls but throughout my chemo journey that date was always at the forefront of my mind and nothing was going to stop me. Well yesteday I was the happiest and proudest mum in the world to attend his graduation ceremony on day 14 post chemo 6 I wore my trusted wig and applied eye make up as best I could with no eyebrows, eyelashes and permanently watering eyes, not from crying either! It didn't really matter what I looked like, I was just so happy to be there. None of his Uni friends know that I have breast cancer and no one looked at me strangely or sympathetically. I was just a normal person for one happy day at least and I loved it. I was shattered by the time we got home last night but it was a 12 hour day with travelling so not really surprising!
Keep posting everyone, stay positive and hope you are all doing ok. xxx
Evening ladies
Have seen the oncologist yesterday and they are going ahead with cycle 6 on Friday, but they are lowering the dose further to 50%. Happy about this as I didn't want to have to make a decision to stop chemo so far along.
Im also starting the Zoldronic Acid infusion Friday as well, as she thinks three zolodex is enough to put me into menopause.. I finally got an answer as to how long I will need Zolodex (3 years) but I have the option of ovary removal if I'd prefer, but I don't want to make that decision yet as I want to finish radiotherapy and have some time back at work first.
Hope you are all having a nice week
Hi Bramley,
I get copies of all hospital letters as these contain all my diagnostic information, post op results and treatment plans.
It might be worth a call to your breast care nurse to ask for copies of prior appointments and ask for future ones, you are entitled to them x


text:
By Kelly Powers
In our developing world, the burden of disease is shifting. The majority of people are not dying from communicable diseases, but from non-communicable disease such as heart disease. However, Michaeleen Doucleff's article for NPR highlighted a recent study by the think tank CFR that shows measles has reappeared in Europe and whooping cough is now problematic in the United States. At the same time, immunization rates for children has drastically decreased in Europe and the U.K since the new millennium due to the publication of a study done by Dr. Andrew Wakefield, which incorrectly posited a causal relationship between autism and the vaccine for measles, mumps and rubella. This study was published in the prestigious journal, The Lancet.
The 2011 measles outbreak in France was comparable in size to outbreaks in countries with such as Nigeria and Somalia (Doucleff, 2014) which have significantly less resources at their disposal. How is this possible? France, is a permanent member of the U.N Security Council, one of the most developed countries in the world, yet it experienced an outbreak of a preventable disease comparable to countries that lack of access to vaccines. Unlike the false causation between vaccines and autism in Wakefield's infamous study, the decrease in immunizations and an increase in preventable disease is clear and direct.
While many people, especially in the United States, blame celebrities like Jenny McCarthy for using their influence as a soapbox upon which to spread their beliefs, it seems clear to me that the ease in which this falsehood was spread indicates a need for further education of the public with respect to vaccinations. The clear problems with Dr. Wakefield's study, such as the financial and scientific conflicts that were later revealed upon investigation, along with the considerable amount of research that showed the link between the M.M.R. vaccine and autism to be nonexistent, led to a retraction of the paper from the Lancet in 2010 (Harris, 2010). Vaccinations decreased and child-autism rates showed no change. The frightening implications of the autism fear mongering is now apparent with the resurgence of preventable diseases. The clear gaps in our understanding of autism and other mental disorders allow for our readiness and eagerness to find and believe in false claims like Wakefield's. This is a problem that the general public can and should address through better education and explanation of vital medical procedures.
Public health policy is in a constant balance between personal freedoms and the health and safety of the general public. I believe personal freedoms and personal choice should be respected, until they are endangering the welfare of others. In the specific case of vaccinations, the person making the decisions is often the parent of the child, and thus is not directly affected by the consequences of their decision to not vaccinate. Therefore the personal freedom and choice of the parent/guardian must be exercised taking into consideration the welfare of the child.
It is a shame that resources must now be allocated towards addressing this resurgence of preventable diseases in the "developed" world, in countries that have the established resources to prevent them.
Doucleff, Michaeleen. "How Vaccine Fears Fueled the Resurgence of Preventable Disease." NPR (January 25, 2014) Print.
Harris, Gardiner. "British Journal Retracts Paper Linking Autism and Vaccines." The New York Times (February 2, 2010): A9. Print.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
An Australian company, webtopia, has created an application for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch to help people to count cards in blackjack.
I usually play blackjack socially so I'm not much into card counting. I'd rather focus on drinking beer or vodka while hanging with good friends. I'm not afraid of finding a tool like this to make me a better gambler, but I'm not sure I could never get away using this at a table. I already get yelled at…a lot…by dealers and pit bosses for using my blackberry.
There is video on the webtopia site. My flash player isn't being nice so I'm not going to post it here. If you're into this, please comment with feedback.


text:
Fairleigh 1 Card
Your Fairleigh 1 Card is the most important card that you will have at the University - vital for accessing services. Please protect your card and carry it with you at all times.
Building & Door Access – Used as a key to access the exterior door of your residence hall, suite (Lindens), and room door.
Dining – Residents can enjoy access to all dining facilities with their Fairleigh 1 Card via their Meal Plan. The Fairleigh 1 Card is accepted at all on campus locations and several local off campus eateries.
Libraries – Check out materials at the library using the bar code on your card.
Fitness Center – Enter the Fitness Center and use sports equipment on premises.
On Campus Events – Present your Fairleigh 1 Card to attend campus events.
1 Card Cash - Make cashless purchases at locations on both campuses and at popular restaurants and service providers in the neighborhood.
For more information: www.fairleigh1card.com
For list of accepting locations, click here.


text:
Whether you're a collector of wine, a lover of food, or a seeker of luxury (or all of the above!), this home is your nirvana. Unique, stylish and functional, it will wow you from the moment you step inside. Throughout the house you'll find features such as smart wiring for high speed internet, integrated speakers to living areas and master bedroom, top quality appliances such as Blanco cooktops, and reverse-cycle ducted air-conditioning.
The master bedroom wouldn't be out of place in a luxury hotel - the open ensuite features a large corner spa, and the walk-in robe is large enough to be a kind dressing room. If you work from home, show clients though the formal entryway and into the wonderfully-appointed office for the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth.
If you're struggling to store your hundreds of bottles of wine (aren't we all!) - problem solved! The stunning wine cellar in this home is temperature-controlled, and the custom-made wine racks and benches will display your collection impeccably, to the envy of your family and friends. Torment them further by showing off your culinary skills in the alfresco kitchen. Take your pick of cooktop, oven, BBQ, smoker, or pizza oven, then pop some tunes on and enjoy the ambience of the water feature and beautiful downlighting. Both indoor and outdoor dining areas are roomy enough for large gatherings.
Rounding out the features of this two-storey property are basics such as reticulated garden beds, security gates, plentiful house and garage storage, ample parking, and stunning decorative fixtures such as wrought iron balustrades. Centrally located in Rivervale, you'll enjoy the convenience of being close to the new Optus Stadium, the airport, and the CBD, while schools, shops, and public transport are all within easy walking distance.
There is no other home in Perth quite like this one - this is your chance to own and enjoy something truly special. BYO wine.
Features Include:
- 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- King sized master bedroom suite with open spacious spa ensuite
- Fitted out dressing room to master bed
- Front formal living room
- Professional home office complete with work stations
- Smart wired with high speed broadband and NBN
- Blanco 900mm appliances, stone benchtops, dishwasher, walk in pantry
- Reverse cycle ducted air conditioning to both floors
- Ceiling fans to master bedroom and alfresco
- Smart wiring throughout with multiple points
- Integrated speakers to the family room, master bedroom, home office, living room and alfresco
- Remote controlled and coded driveway security gate
- 2 large linen presses plus under stair storage
- Plumbing for fridge ready to go
- Store room/shed with 2 roller doors allowing access front to back
- Double garage with automatic roller door with storage cupboards
- Reticulated garden beds - bore reticulation
- Three phase power connected
In vino veritas! Call Russell White to find out more or to organise a private viewing: 0419 903 598


text:
A postdoctoral research fellow opportunity is available in the Patten Lab at the INRS-Institut Armand-Frappier. We are seeking for a candidate to develop zebrafish genetic models to study the role of chromatin remodelling factors in brain development. The project will include application of confocal microscopy, cellular neurophysiology, genome editing and exciting molecular biology approaches. The post holder will benefit from brand-new and state-of-the-art imaging and fish facilities of the Institute. Collaboration is critical for progress - the Patten lab works closely with neuroscience labs at CRCHUM and McGill University working with human IPSCs, mice and C. elegans. The candidate will benefit from an intellectual environment, friendly and interactive culture of the neuroscience community in Montreal.
The candidate will have a PhD in biology, neuroscience or related field. Independence, motivation, good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team are required. The candidate will have the opportunity and be supported into developing new projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in zebrafish model, imaging techniques, molecular biology and genome editing methods.
Candidates should submit curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research interests and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Patten (firstname.lastname@example.com).


text:
Global Software Company
ClientGlobal Software Company
IndustryComputer Software
SolutionUpgrade to Kingston, Discovery Healthcheck
Inability to fully leverage the ServiceNow platform
Lack of visibility into resources
Older version of ServiceNow
INRY's extensive platform expertise and experience in upgrades, MID Servers, Discovery and infrastructure intelligence helped maximize value for the client
Upgrading to the latest release of ServiceNow helped the client to utilize the full power of ServiceNow and the Discovery application
Latest features and capabilities of Discovery helped the client gain visisbility into their resources and improve their acquisition processes
Pre-defined testing schedule with resources made available for UAT helped empower the client's teams to leverage the new features faster
The client, a global software company that develops and markets engineering simulation software, already had ServiceNow in place. However the client was using an older version of ServiceNow and were not able to fully leverage the powerful automation capabilities of the ServiceNow platform. A key objective was to gain visibility into on‑premise and cloud resources.
After gathering the client's specific processes, INRY helped the client to seamlessly upgrade to the latest version of ServiceNow and the Discovery application.


text:
If you have any problems related to the accessibility of any content (or if you want to request that a specific publication be accessible), please contact (firstname.lastname@example.com). We will work to respond to each request in as timely a manner as possible.
Now showing items 11-12 of 12
Economics of Nevada iron ores: a market study
(University of Nevada, Reno, 1967)
The economics of iron ore production in Nevada has been studied. There is no existing or potential market for large-tonnage exploitation of Nevada's iron ores.
The geology of the Klondike mining district, Esmeralda County, Nevada
(University of Nevada, Reno, 1969)
The geology of the Klondike mining district has been studied and is described in this thesis.


text:
Stockist Of Pipes & Pipe Fittings, Structural Steel & Valves
Alinco Pipe Supply Fze Is One Of The Largest And Major Stockists Of Pipes And Piping Components Such As Fittings, Flanges, Valves And Related Accessories Such As Gaskets, Stud Bolts Etc. In Vario
Ashkarco Group Is Here To Supply The Superior Quality Pipes And Fittings That Are Well-matched To Meet The Particular Needs Of Various Industries. Our Organization Entered In Pipes And Fittings Indust
Products And Services : Pipes, Butt Weld Fittings, Forged Fittings, Flanges, Valves And Stud Bolts. Ou
Stainless Steel Pipes Seamless & Welded Round And Square In All Sizes 3 Mm Od To 600 Od Thickness Of 1 Mm To 25 Mm As Required. Stainless Steel Sheets & Plates Available In Various Grades
Stainless Steel Trading Mfg. Of Stainless Decorative Sheets, Pipe Fittings
We Dealing In Stainless Steel , Alloy Steel, Carbon Steel In Pipes , Plates , Round Bars & Fittings Stainless Steel Sheets & PlatesAvailable In Various Grades Of 304, 304l, 310, 316, 316l,
Stockiest & Suppliers Of Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel & Stainless Steel Pipes, Fittings, Flanges, Valves & Other Misc. Items To Oil & Gas Industry, Chemical , Power , Desalination, Mining, Marine Ind
The Al Kazim Group Has A Prominent Presence In The Oilfield Products And Supplies Business And Is Known For Its Superior Product Quality And Representation For The Past 20 Years.We Are Importers
We Would Like To Introduce Our Company Delta Gulf Group As Leader Company Working In Abu Dhabi,uae Since 2002 , With The Following Activities: Pipes ,metal , Steel Products Trading. Pipeline Reconditi
Hatco Strength And Specialty Is The Ability And Capability Backed By Comprehensive And Huge Inventory Of Approved Manufacturers Of All Major Oil & Gas Companies Including Aramco Give Us A Solid Reputa
New Life Steel Trading Est. Importers & Stockist For Pipes, Fittings & ValvesWe Are Pleased To Introduce Our Company New Life Steel Trading Est. Belongs To One Of The Leading Group In Abudhabi, We
We Are Pleased To Introduce Mezon Stainless Steel Fzco, Dubai A Wholly Owned Subsidiary Of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan By Giving A Brief Outline Of The Company.Mezon Stainless Steel Fzco Located I
The Pipes Our Company Supply And Export Are Of Superior Quality And Assure The Clients A Longer Working Life Of Our Product. Having Smooth Surfaces Both Inner And Outer, Our Products Are Also Flexible
Duplex Booster Water Pump Set Suppliers
Pipes, Buttweld Fittings, Forged Fittings, FlangesValves, O Lets, Gaskets & Fasteners, BendWe, Bestway Oilfield & Gas Equipment Llc , One Of The Leading Stockiest And Supplier Of Piping Material
The Al Mazrooei Group Was Founded In 2003, And Since Then, Al Mazrooei Group Is A Rapidly Expanding Manufacturer Of Top Quality, Highly Durable And Standardized Drainage And Rain Water Fittings In T
Golden Harbour Is One Of The Regions Leading Importers, Stockiest, Agents, Distributors And Suppliers Of Specialized Oil And Gas Engineering Products, Offshore, Onshore, Marine & Industrial Product
Golden Harbour Golden Harbour Is One Of The Regions Leading Importers, Stockiest, Agents, Distributors And Suppliers Of Specialized Oil And Gas Engineering Products, Offshore, Onshore, Marine & Ind
Established In 1974, Apex Trading Co. Is A Leading Supplier And Stockists Of Products Related To The Electro-mechanical, Fire-fighting, Hvac, Plumbing And Sanitary Industries.Some Of The Products
Safari Metal Trading Co., Llc., Established In 1994, Is Located In Sharjah Industrial Area With Favourable Location And Convenient Transport. Through A Few Years Of Efforts, The Company Has Been Devel
We Are A Uk Based Supply Chain Management Company With Special Interests In The Oil & Gas Sector, Western Corporation Limited Is A Iso 9001 Company, Currently Operating From Uk, Uae And Africa.
The Merit Of The Company Is To Offer A Comprehensive Service In The Field Of Mechanical Engineering Services With A Client Base Of Oil And Gas Companies, Govt.departments, Public Utilities And Private
Total Power Solutions Engineering Llc, Tps Is Operating From The Middle East And Indian Sub-continent For Decades To Serve The Quality Conscious Global Customer For Wide Variety Of High Quality ser
Al Mayasa Industrial Equipment Was Established In 2002 And Has Over The Years Transformed Into A Leading Stockiest And Supplier Of Seamless , Erw, Saw Pipes, Fittings, Flanges, Valves, Gaskets, Stud B
Arabian Ocean Services (l.l.c.) Is An International Ship Chandling Organization Specializing In Refurbishment And Supplies Of Various Requirements For Oil Rigs [land And Offshore]. Our Office In Dubai
Manufacturer And Exporter OfStainless Steel, Duplex Steel, Super Duplex Steel, Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Titanium, Nickel, Etc. In Form Of Pipe, Tube, Pipe Fittings, Flanges, Fasteners, Plate, Shee
Real Seamless Steel Pipe Seamless Steel Pipe Fittings Flange
Product Range: Stainless Steel, Duplex Steel, Carbon Steel, Galvanized Steel:Pipes & Tubes: Seamless & Erw In Form Of Round, Square And Rectangle. Pipe Fittings: Butt Weld Fittings Like Elbow,
Our Company Branded Product Range Are Recognized Internationally Which Includes: Carbon Steel And Stainless Steel Seamless Pipes Erw / Hfi And Longitudinal / Spiral Submerged Arc Welded Carbon
We Provide Various Industrial Flanges & Pipe Fittings For The Petrochemical, Process, & Waterworks Industries Which Confirm To Astm /ansi/ Api Standards, Pipe Flanges In Carbon, Stainless, Alloys And
Few Of Our Major Products Include The Following.,For Offshore, Oil & Gas, Petrochem. Industries Mechanical Equipments, Pipe Fittings And Flanges, Pipe & Tubular Products, Valves & Actua
Stockiest And Supplier Of Oilfield, Marine, Construction And Engineering Materials. Our Product Range Covers Pipes, Butt-weld Fittings, Forged Fittings, Forged Flanges, Valves, Gaskets And Stud Bolts
To Get Quality Pipe Fittings ,competitive Price And Professional Customer Service,c&n Pipeline Ltd Will Be Your Best Choice In China .C&n Pipeline Limited Is One Of The Leading Manufactur
Carmos Trading Fze., One Of The Leading Engineering Procurement & Construction Materials Supply Company Based In Uae Having Office In Dubai & Ras Al Khaima, Is Service Oriented And Professionally Ma
Traders Of Electrical Fittings, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Sanitary Ware
Pipelines Testing Services, Steel Pipes & Fitting, Steel Tubes & Fittings
Oilfield Services, Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Brass & Copper Plates, Pipes Fittings, Angles, Bars Etc
Steel Pipes & Fitting, Steel Tubes & Fittings
Basic Steel Product, Building Metal Product, Building Metal Product, Construction Equipment & Machinery Rental, Metal Ores, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Steel Bars, Steel Pipes & Fitti
Traders Of Basic Steel Product, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Tiles & Flooring Materials, Wooden Products, Workshop Equipment Machinery & Spareparts
Traders Of Basic Steel Product, Building Metal Product, Pipes & Fittings, Pre- Fabricated Buildings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Timber
Traders Of Basic Steel Product, Building Metal Product, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Workshop Equipment Machinery & Spareparts
Dear Sir,We Are Importer Of Stainless Steel Sheet, Coil, Pipes And Carbon Steel Seamless Pipes And Fittings. If Have Any Material Offer For Us , Kindly Let Us Know Or Send Mail.
We Are Steel Fabricators Located In Dubai - United Arab Emirates. We Are In The Industry For More Than 25 Years.Having 3 Factories And Over 200 Workers. Medium And Heavy Fabrication Is Our Main St
Stockist & Distributor For1. Pipes & Fittings (carbon Steel, G.i., Ss, Pvc & Cpvc)2. Valves (gate, Globe, Ball, Nrv, Drv, Strainer)3. Flanges & Hoses4. Expansion Joints & Metallic Bellows5.
Traders Of Basic Non Ferrous Metal Product, Basic Steel Product, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Wires & Cables
Traders Of Basic Steel Product, Building Metal Product, Pipes & Fittings, Reinforcement Steel Bars , Scrap & Metal Waste, Textile, Tiles & Flooring Materials


text:
The 7 Styles of Log Homes
The Style Log Home has
2019 Log Home Pricing
PDF 2019 50 Mile Log Home Pricing
Pricing on website is within 50 miles of Bedford, PA. See 100 mile PDF for pricing within 100 miles. Pricing listed on website may not include all factors that affect pricing. Final price on log homes will be determined with a written quote. See sales rep for details.
Frontier Style
Frontier Style Log Homes have a 6' x 22' Porch on long side.
5/12 Pitch Roof Standard
Mountaineer Style
The Mountaineer Basic Style is full unfinished upstairs. (no cathedral ceiling or vista glass on gable end.)
Mountaineer Deluxe Style
The Mountaineer Deluxe Style has cathedral ceiling over great room with open steps and balcony. The Deluxe style comes standard with vista glass on gable end.
Musketeer Style
The musketeer has an 8/12 pitch roof. with a long front porch.
Pioneer Style
Pioneer Style Log Home has 6' x 22' Porch outside the main living area.
5/12 Pitch Roof Standard
Settler Home Style
Settlers Style Log Homes have 6' porch entire gable end of house. Interior has sloped ceilings.
5/12 Pitch Roof Standard


text:
More Information
- Horween Shell Cordovan in select colors. Due to the scarcity and variable lead times of Shell Cordovan, we can not accept back orders, but will be happy to notify you if we can secure more of your preferred color. Contact us with questions.
- USA made, low profile screw-back button studs in stainless steel, black DLC perma-coated stainless, and solid brass (all with hypoallergenic solid brass screw backs).
Measuring for your own custom watchband
Following the instructions below will ensure that you receive a custom watchband that fits you and your watch perfectly (though it will intentionally be snug at first).
- Ensure that your watch can accept a NATO/grosgrain style band. Most can, but some have non-standard case/band connections.
- Our measuring instructions require that you have a NATO band on-hand to measure from. You'll need to start there before investing in a premium custom button-stud band.
- Measure twice, cut once. You're doing the crucial measuring, so follow these three steps on our to ensure a precise fit:
- Feel free to contact us if anything doesn't make sense, or you have any questions during the process, and we'll gladly walk you through it.
A note on leather stretch & measuring sizes (or How I learned to stop worrying and love the leather):
Leather stretches--but not on its own, like an old rubber band. We have attempted to size our products to take the stretch into account, and still result in a product that fits appropriately: Additionally, if a particular leather/weight will stretch too much for a particular product, we don't use it--so you don't need to worry about picking or not picking a product/leather based on which leather type it's made out of; get what you like, don't worry about stretch, and if your particular piece stretches abnormally, contact us for a replacement. We do our best to ensure that products perform similarly when they leave the studio, but as leather is a variable/non-engineered product, occasionally a piece just breaks in differently than normal, and we'll fix the issue for you. Different types of our leathers may stretch more (and differently) than others, depending on their own qualities (type of animal, location on hide, etc.), and the method in which they were finished at the tannery. Here are our thoughts and observations on leathers that we work with regularly:
- Chromexcel (Natural, Ink, Black, etc.) tanned leathers tend to stretch more than others: an average sized bracelet can easily be stretched almost 1/2 of an inch with limited force, and an adjustable watchband will usually stretch one extra hole's length (1/4") after a week or two of wear. Chromexcel often takes on a slightly lighter color when stretched.
- Veg Tan leathers 'give' slightly less than Chromexcel, but sill stretch--especially when wet. Stretched Veg Tan typically retains the same color as unstretched.
- Latigo leathers stretch very, very little, due to their tight grain and tanning processes.
- Shell Cordovan leathers exhibit minimal stretch compared to the veg tan and chromexcel, due to the unique structure of the leather. They will, however, move slightly with time and pressure--an average bracelet-sized strip of Cordovan can gain just under 1/4" in length with limited, intentional force; this is why our Original Custom Button-Stud Watchband is tight at first, and stretches to fit perfectly after one or two wearings.
- Russet leathers stretch very little, if at all, though are initially more stiff than the other leathers. With time and wear, they will soften up, but not as much as the other leathers.
- Ultra-Thin HF (Horsefront) leathers are very thin, but due to the characteristics of horsehide, exhibit minimal stretch. They are excellent for when the absolute lightest weight leather is needed, but a very light weight regular chromexcel or veg tan (cow hide) leather would lose its shape.
With that said, if you are not happy with the size shipped to you, please refer to our Return Policies page for return shipping, replacement, or refund instructions.
Installing (and wearing) your new Button-Stud Watchband correctly:
Our installation 'best-practices' to avoid scuffs (and get all the benefits of the design). Your first inclination, with a shiny new watchband, is to take it out of the box and slide it through your watch face, just as you always do with a NATO band: Tag end first. However, pulling the band all the way through the springbars, or removing your band by pulling on the stud end can result in a scuff from a sharp-edged watch case. Stay (so) fresh and (so) clean (clean): [unordered_list style="bullet"]
- Do not 'center' the watch face on the watch band, as you would with a normal-style/every-other-watchband-out-there. You'll see all the adjustment holes (rather than having them hidden behind the watch face, thereby presenting a nice, smooth, minimal leather band), and the button will rest on the pulse point of your wrist and get in the way while working (as well as being more likely to get snagged on something). Once you wear the button-stud watchband, you'll realize how uncomfortable it is to have watch clasps in your way while working...and you'll be so glad you took the time to read this. Hey--we're here to make your life better...or something like that.
- Always keep the watch face close to the button stud--if you can see more than one adjustment hole while wearing the watch, you aren't getting the benefits of our original design. You can check out all of the photos of the watches on the site, if this verbal description doesn't make sense.
- Avoid pulling the strap all the way through the springbars--only the pointed end of the strap and the adjustment holes themselves should ever pass through the springbar gap in your watch face. Pulling the entire band through can leave a big, probably-permanent scuff/scratch right down the middle of your band due to a sharp edge on your watch case.
- To install and remove the band, first remove the button stud--as above. If you're able to install/remove the band with the button-stud still installed, re-read the above point--you won't put your eye out, but you'll end up with a scuffed up band from a sharp watch case edge (i.e., yer' doin' it wrong).
- When installed and worn correctly, any scuffs on the leather as a result of installation will be hidden, the adjustment holes will be hidden, and the button-stud will stay out of your way while working at a desk. Hey...we don't call it 'form•function•form' because it rolls so easily off the tongue--this is a sleek and very functional design (and we want to make sure you get the most out of it).
- In short--hide your holes, and avoid band torture by following the above tips.
Be sure to 'Mind the Gap':
On some watches (a vintage Omega Seamaster, for example), the springbar is very close to the case itself, leaving a tight space to slide a NATO-style band through. If it is relatively easy to swap grosgrain bands on your watch, this is likely not your situation. However, if you find that your case/springbar dimension is particularly tight, and getting your new band through is proving difficult, form•function•form recommends obtaining a springbar tool in order to easily remove the bar and install your cordovan band. The Swiss company Bergeon makes a quality option in their '6767' model. It will take at most 15 seconds to figure out how to use the tool to remove the springbars; just make sure the 'spring' doesn't shoot the tiny part across the room--that will take hours to undo.
Installing the band 'point-first', as above, rather than 'rounded-end first' will make the whole process go much more smoothly, especially in a tight springbar gap; we intentionally pointed the end of the band to make installation easier--slipping the small point through the springbar enables a good grip to pull the rest through.


text:
I am trying to write additional output user fields in the USAddress.lot.xml file in ArcGIS Desktop version 10.5.1. I have been able to populate the style sheet, but unable to write the results to the locator when it is built. I am working with the US Addresses with Subaddress.
Here is an example:
As you can see, the write output fields (Lot through SolidWasteDaysofWeekRecycling) are not populating.
Anybody know what I am missing to get these User_fld to populate?


text:
VRU124J (1971) Daimler Fleetline CRG6LXB . Roe H43/31F. Ex-Hants & Dorset 1901 . Seen 2012 Waiting for the ferry , now in the process of being converted into a festival catering unit . Photo = Ollie Bennet .
33 pictures in this section — view as gallery or slideshow
I set this website up to share my photos with the www'orld. Despite not being a copyright freak, I don't appreciate it when they turn up caption-less on farcebook or as videos on youtube... so just ask me and I'll send a full size image to anyone.
Also, when sending enquiries please type your email address correctly so replies can reach you.
Tell me and I'll send you my email address, but check yer spam box for my replies as they can land there sometimes.


text:
Often things that are completely unrelated bring about connections that set your mind thinking. The other day a friend asked me what is it that I could say which beckons me to want to look at a work of art. And my immediate reply was that, "the faith that it would hold the potential to offer me something to engage with."
Yesterday when the breaking news of Barack Obama receiving the Nobel Peace Prize occurred, my reactions through the day were to question if he in fact really had done anything that deserved this award, and I even voiced this concern with friends over dinner. But later in my green-tea meditative space of nocturnal reflections (!), I revisited my response to my friends' question about what beckons one to look at something, and I understood the significance of why Barack Obama had been chosen as the recipient of this award.
Putting aside whether one personally believes in such awards being of relevance, and seeing it instead as a symbol that has global readability for the representation of peace, one can then understand that in bestowing this upon him suggests that Barack Obama offers the faith to hold the potential to engage with change, that may deliver hope for peace.
I think I would stand by that and applaud. Because we need in today's times more than ever before tangible larger than life symbols to connect to, that shift the sands of old patterns and create the resolve to readdress systems that have failed to work for peaceful human co-existence.
I think the world needs to help Barack Obama bring those changes to the table that he has promised repeatedly during his election campaign, so let's work with him to remind him that we are waiting. The more we hold him accountable for the ideals of change he won his election mandate on, the more pressurized he will be to deliver to the global world on his domestic and foreign policies that he endorses that can evidence those changes, and showcase the peace process in war torn countries where America can broker peace. So let's be on the parade with him for this award, so that he understands that he must make good on his promises.
Right now I am on his side, waiting and watching and believing! However the clock is ticking....


text:
VR Fox
Lead: Optis | For: Focus Groups/Experts
The U_CODE VR Tool is used during the co-design phase of an urban project in the context of a focus group. It gives opportunities to imagine and discuss design proposals in a virtual environment, allowing for a 1:1 scale experience and sharing a physical experience of urban design with other citizens/experts.
All participants of the VR Focus Group Co-Design session will gather in the same place, around a collaborative screen while one of them gets immersed using an HMD system and build up a design proposal together. The immersed user can dive into two modes. In a World-in-Miniature-Mode, users are able to drag and drop basic shapes, predefined 3D models or metaphoric service items from an objects library. In an exploration mode, the urban scenes are at the correct scale so that the user can visit his or her city as he or she would do in real life. Dedicated navigation metaphors allow the user to walk on the ground or fly around the city.


text:
Like to personalise? Let us know below
There are no reviews yet.
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Your review *
Name *
Email *
Notify me of new posts by email.
All orders for Christmas will close 30 November 2019.
Thank you for your support!


text:
The bulletin board is currently closed to new posts. Instead, why not check out Chris' Twitter and Facebook pages?
Just saw Chris at the Clark County Library, here in beautiful Las Vegas. He's as funny as I had expected but taller.. Unforutanly also just finished working a conference where I gave 4, back-to-back 1:15 talks today - can't talk, can barely think.
It was fun. Thanks, AG!
I took a slightly different remedy: a few drinks & some fabu apps at the Mesa Grill then a solid 12 hours of passed out. Feeling nicely recovered, I just had a nice breakfast (1:30PM) of sushi & saki and I am planning on a nap next. I'll put a few on #9 for you and keep any proceeds.
Sadly, The AG has left the building and not visiting MA this tour. Hurry up and finish up the next one so I can say something coherent in person, Chris..


text:
Download the OSU Mobile App to access OSU maps, bus routes, your class schedule, and more.
Table of Table of GEs with Prereqs filled in
- This table lists all of the GE categories required for a SHRS degree. The table is pre-filled out with all of the major prerequisite courses so that it is easy to see which prerequisites fill which GE categories. The table also includes some courses that are required by the majors that are not prerequisites- they are major courses or are a standard course required for all OSU students.
- Students should already know what their math placement level is. This handout matches student math placement with the level of math needed for their intended majors.


text:
How To Care For Jeans
Here are important tips for the best care of your denim jeans. Jeans will last longer and fit better if you treat them just a little differently than your other clothing.
Tag Check
Check the cleaning instructions and type of your jeans which is located on a tag inside your jeans. "Pre-washed" or "pre-distressed" indicates that the jeans have undergone manufacturing processes to create fading and to minimize shrinking. However, these jeans can still fade and shrink if you wash in hot water and dry in hot temperature. To minimize fading and shrinking always wash in cold water and air dry. Even safer is to dry clean.
"Raw" or "dry" indicates that the jeans have not been washed, and the blue color is not set.
"Single wash" means that the jeans have been soaked once in cold water to soften the fabric and set the blue dye.
"Sanforized" means that your jeans have been pre-shrunk. Most jean fabric is processed by this patented technique. It's been around for 70 years. No chemicals are involved. Shrinkage can still occur if you use hot water to wash or tumble dry with hot air.
"Unsanforized" or "shrink to fit" indicates that the jeans will definitely shrink as much as 2" on the waist. The longer you soak jeans and the hotter the water, the more they shrink. Dry them in a machine will increase shrinkage.
Washing & Drying
The more you wash and wear your jeans, the more they fade and the shorter their life span. Some believe that never washing jeans will make them last longer, but this is a myth because the acids and oils in your own skin wears on the cotton fabric. It's a "damned if you do, damned if you don't" situation! So the best care is the gentlest washing such as turning them inside out and soaking them in your tub and gently agitating them, and then air drying, and as seldom as possible! Again dry cleaning is the safest.
You can add some table salt to the cold water to further minimize fading and shrinking. Use I cup per bath tub or cup per washing machine load.
Some believe that putting jeans in a freezer bag and then placing them in a freezer overnight will clean them. Unfortunately this is also a myth. Freezing kills odor-causing bacteria, but does remove the oils and acids from our skin or from dirt.
Soap & Detergent
Some jean fanatics use no soap or detergent. They just soak their jeans and freeze them to remove odor. If you want soap, a mild type will minimize fading and deterioration. The mildest soaps are Woolite and Dr. Bronner's. The mildest detergent is Orvus Paste which is used to wash quilts and horses! Turn the jeans inside out and soak them in cold water with the soap or detergent already dissolved for about 45 minutes. Once in a while gently agitate the jeans with your hands. To dry just hang them outside preferably flat.
To machine wash, the best way is to turn your jeans inside out. Set your washer on the most delicate cycle using cold water for both your wash and rinse cycles. Also use the largest amount of water and don't wash the jeans with any other clothing, except other jeans of the same color, but no more than 5 pairs per load. Fill the washer with cold water and dissolve your mild soap in the water and then add the jeans. If you want to use fabric softener never pour it straight into the washer water. Rather, use the fabric softener dispenser. When the washing is complete, hand your jeans inside or outside to dry.
The best way to dry jeans is never in a machine! If you must use a dryer be sure to use the lowest heat setting or no heat at all.
Hot water and hot machine drying cause fading and shrinkage even if your jeans have been pre-shrunk. Never use bleach unless you want to "acid wash" you jeans - see my instructions for acid washing. Never mix jeans with any other color clothing in your washer. Wash light blue and dark blue jeans separately. The safest way to stretch your jeans is to wear them while they are damp! And believe it or not there are health concerns for both men and women involving tight jeans. Studies show that women who are susceptible to yeast and bladder infections should minimize the wearing of tight jeans. Studies also show that men who constantly wearing tight pants have a decreased sperm count!
Jan Gilbert writes about the best jean care, the fascinating history of denim, and the best deals for Levi 505 jeans.
Lucy Bra Tops Fit With Comfort and StyleIn Accessories - Monday, March 12, 2012 @ 07:34 AM
A comfortable proper fitting support bra top is a must for all active women. Bra tops that allow you to jump as high as you want, run as hard as you can while properly supporting you is what a well designed bra top can do.
[ Continue reading ]
- Find Out More
- Keywords on Page
Keywords on Page
tight jeans studies, your jeans inside, your jeans, cold water, jeans have, jeans inside, jeans with, have been, minimize fading, indicates that, jeans will, jeans, water, washing, fabric, minimize, fading, inside, machine,