Hi Dave and welcome from me too!

Sorry you were diagnosed at such a young age. I also had plasmatoma, September 2010, but was just off my feet for a couple of weeks before having my op. I always refer it as having scaffolding in my spine! I then had 10 shots of radiotherepy early this year. My only treatment since has been, first…[Read more]

Hi David
I think you are a very wise man:-)
Does the number 4 bus run outside your house!!!! LOL
It is worth some planning David,just for the fact that relatives are so upset,and I often think taken advantage of at undertakers,I am not religious,but find it hard that the person who takes the service,gets paid £150 for less than 20 min work,and…[Read more]

Hi Stuart I have had similiar problems posting inappropriate words in the past and it does get frustrating so any changes you can make to the list would be great Thanks Bridget

Hi Dai
Sounds like you done lots of walking and gained those trophy blisters en route!so i think you are now aloud to"look the part" you have earned it i think.And yes a pint a pub at the end of a walk is spot on no matter how long it is especially if folk music or a ceilidh band is on. cheers paul:-)

Dear David I am so sorry for your loss To lose someone young and full of life seems very cruel and unfair. love Bridget x

Hi Gill I have been cracking up since reading Dais post and I will definitely check who is behind mme in future ! However since being on Revlimid I have been lumbered with squeaky bum syndrome so any tips to ease the embarrassment are very welcome , there are only so many times you can cough without giving the game away!My grandson thinks it is…[Read more]

Hi Eve
Motorholme sounds good idea!!and will also keep that in mind should a "gremlin appear" durring SCT. Slim sounds like he was a fit lad and I am sure this helps him at times.I am in a local mountain rescue team but just had to tone things down while going through treatment.I would agree its not that easy to be confined to quarters when…[Read more]

Hi Paul
Believe it or not in my miss spent youth as a scouser I spent a lot of time,walking hiking and climbing the only way to meet fit male bodies.
Live in the south now more sedate,nearest I get is the white cliffs of Dover,or the Saxon way but still very beautiful.

My Son-in-law Rob is the walker for charity and pleasure,did the three…[Read more]

Hi Dai
Well Tuesday was another day,bit frosty,but I did point out to a sister again it is no reflection on this department,went back again in afternoon for Velcade and things did seem a little bit better.

Slim is getting tired as he is half way through 5 cycle,it does show but still looks better than a few months ago(death warmed up)I know…[Read more]

Hi Eve
How did you guess? yes I am thinking about a long distance walk maybe West Highland way about 95 miles next summer(can do that in 2 weeks things permitting). We did wainwrights Coast to Coast 2 years ago fantastic scenery and a really good social holiday with other walkers.
Thanks for the e-mail support always appreciated and I…[Read more]

Hi Gill & Stephen
I am on Myeloma 11 trial and RCD pathway at the moment I have just started my 4th cycle.My side effects have been very slight really I will try to list below.
Dexamethasone(Steroid)-Best start with Dexamethasone,I start my cycle on it for 4 days then have 7 days break and another 4 days back on again then that's it for…[Read more]

Hi Paul
You must be so pleased,start 2012 on a high.Good luck with ever thing and let us know how you get on,we need lots of good news for people coming after you.
Pennine Way or Three peaks next.Love Eve

Hi David and all these lovely people replying
To David and everyone else I am sorry for your loss,when it comes so close to home it hits harder,It seems cancer becomes so much more to the front when it enters your world,you notice how many people have it.

I have lost close relatives and good friends ,some very young,these people fought hard to…[Read more]

Hi Dave
You have got the determination needed!and sounds like you have really dug deep with getting mobile again well done.I was diagnosed with MM in August and spinal compression and again lucky to be walking. Dr and Nursing team got me in Hospital and treatment began.Just starting 4th cycle on RCD pathway Myeloma 11 trial and just been…[Read more]

Hi Gill it sounds like you are well organised so try not to worry too much( easier said than done I know!) Have a wonderful time it will recharge your batteries Whats a bit of frostbite anyway haha! Safe journey love Bridget x

😀 Hello Dr Dai
I will follow your prescription to the letter for Xmas/new years 2011!,we have booked a cottage in highland Perthshire for new years and seemed to have dropped lucky as my consultant says she is happy for me to come off meds on December 12th.So we have the opportunity for a little shin dig over festive season.Glad to here…[Read more]

Hi Roz you must be so frustrated at the lack of response when you asked for help , it doesnt seem right . I am sure Macmillan would be able to offer counselling , they have lots of experience that could help you as the partner of a cancer patient . I hope you can get some help very soon love Bridget x

Hi Sarah you are so right we should all create our own legacy and memories while we can You and Gordon together raised a family and built your farm so his legacy is yours as well, you must be very proud. Lots of love Bridget x

Hi Jo its lousy when it rears its ugly head again but you are in good hands at UCH so you have a good chance of beating the beast! Stay cheerful we are all with you lots of love Bridget x

Think you got mixed up with 0 and U Gill so heres UNDERNEATH leaves ATH Bridget x