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Hi Welsh Bird, so sorry to hear of this bad news! My thoughts and prayers are with you, keep your chin up hun, you're very brave and strong!
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I really hope things start to get better for you, somethings gotta give.. try to stay strong & positve. my thoughts and prayers are with you.
 
Do they know why things went haywire this time?
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I don't think it was any one thing but more a combination of everything. It places a lot of stress on all her systems and I think it just makes things very unpredictable.

Dusty. xxx
 
I've just received the text from J.
This is devastating news, Andrea felt so good when I spoke to her on Wednesday.
Keep fighting brave girl, love you tons
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Keep strong missy but don't feel you need to pretend to be brave when you're not feeling that way. Sometimes it's better to be honest, get it off your chest and then move on. Here is the perfect place when you feel able because we understand and just want to help you out. We can't do it physically so we will do our best to help you out emotionally...and then we'll take the piss!! :))
Good wishes and vibes as always,
J. ;-)
 
Oh my :(

I have been away for a little bit and this is so depressing to come back to. Aww Welshy I cannot believe you are going through all this. You are such a good person, and strong also. I hope that everything will start to get better. I just cannot believe that this is happening :(

Stay strong and keep fighting. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Andrea
There are many brave and beautiful people here, but I know everyone will agree you are the brightest of stars. You have touched us all. Please get well soon.
Hugs
Marie xxxx
 
Happy news!...

Welshy is out of ICU and back on the ward. She is resting more comfortably now and things are under control again. Her consultant is away for a couple days but when she returns she is hoping to be allowed home.

You are one amazing lady mate!
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Infinity and beyond, :wub:
Dusty. xxxxxxxx
 
Great news And. Just rest and LISTEN to what they're telling you!!
I have a strong feeling that's fallen on deaf ears!!
Nic xx
 
Huzzah! Always better to be out of ICU! Rest up Andrea
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Hi all,
Just stopping by to say a big thanks for the continued support, emails, txts etc that And's received. They really do lift her spirits.
Right now she's busy sleeping for Wales- But its long overdue!
Im sure she'll be back posting as soon as she's able.
For now, back over to you Dusty... And thanks from us for everything!
J xx
 
I was in Wales at the weekend and the sun was shining. I was sure that must have been a good sign ;)
Rest well Andrea. You sure deserve it!
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I am so happy to hear this news! Hooray!!! Dusty is right - You are truly amazing!
 
Sleep sweet Welshy, and I sure hope you get some healing while you're at it! Thanks for the update Julian!
Hugs and prayers are ALWAYS coming Andrea's way from me.
 
You are in my thought and prayers, Andrea. You continue to take care of yourself. :) Lots of love to you.
 
Hiya Welshy!!! I'm hoping you are having a good day today. And I hope tomorrow is good. I think of you every day, no lie.

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Quick update

Andrea has sent a message, she is back in the cancer hospital and starting chemo again.
Sounds like her head is cabbaged!
I don't know anymore than that, I will phone her later.
 
Thanks for the update Joan.
She be pleased ( as much as you can be) that chemo being restarted.
Andrea, I am rooting for you do that you can tolerate this round a bit better and avoid infection/ itu.
Sending lots of good luck your way.
Xxx :)
 
Thanks Joan.

Andrea is going through difficult times at present. Yes, she is back in the hospital she hates and chemo has already commenced.

It is hard, the uncertainty, the changing of plans and treatments, the symptoms, the side effects, the tests, the whole damn thing. She is fighting and has an amazing abundance of strength, will, compassion and selflessness, it is no wonder that those whose lives she has touched are so in awe of her.

But the ability to keep up that fight must take its toll somewhere and that comes in her need to rest and the need to do that often. Andrea appreciates the contact that is made to her so very much but it can become overwhelming at times because she cares for you all and feels the need to respond and at the moment this is difficult. I know you guys understand, it may not be the same situation but I know many of you here have been very ill, whether it be at home or in hospital, and know the toll that takes on you.

Infinity and Beyond Welshy!
Dusty. xxxxxxxx
 
Thinking of you sweetie. Hope chemos going well.
If anyone can beat this, then you sure can.
Lots of love, Nic and gang xx
 
Oh dear. Rest is priority #1! You can't get better without it. Don't worry about us, we'll always be here. Always thinking of you, always ready to support you how you need.

Sending all my love and healing/comforting thoughts, as always. Hugs to Andrea and all her people.

Thanks for the updates you guys.
 
I know I'm pretty far away and don't know Andrea, but it sounds like she's been in the hospital for a long time :( Do we know if she needs anything to keep her mind occupied? books? mad libs? etc?
 
Hope you are doing ok Welshy?? Thinking of you every day!
Oooooddles of Huggggggggggggggggggssssssssssssssss!!!!
:Karl::wub::Karl::wub::Karl::wub:
 
Hey guys,

Well Welshy is still in hospital and the chemo continues. The best thing is she remains stable and her heart is still going strong with no glitches! :thumleft:
It goes without saying that she doesn't want to be there but all things considered she is in good spirits and chugging along fine.

She sends her heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the unwavering love, support and understanding.

Infinity and Beyond Welshy! :)
Dusty. xxxxxxxx
 
Thank you for keeping us up to date, Dusty.

You are one tough cookie, Andrea! What you are going through must be so very difficult, but you are pushing though, missy. Hang in there!
 
Hang in Andrea. Im going to show up at your door in a big bunny suit one day and massive easter eggs :D.. (okay..maybe not the bunny suit)... but beers at your local pub is in order!

take care :)

(if Dusty keeps sayin "to infinity and beyond" Im gonna start nicknaming her buzzz)
 
Good morning all!
Just stopping by to say my own thanks for all your continued support- it really does mean so much.
Sat here, currently hooked up to the devils spawn aka chemo. Would love to say this drug has the same manic side effect as Pred, but I would be lying. If it does, then I'm still waiting for it to kick in! This one comes with the head in a bucket effect...nice lol!!
Otherwise, all continues to crawl along nicely here. No infctions, no heart problems, bloods holding their own, and (drum roll) NO cough!! Andrea's doing the 'happy dance'!!
Will let you in on a secret- I'm going home later today. Its such a secret that not even my medical team are aware of it yet! I need my own space, my own bed, my bathroom and sofa, and above all a bloody decent nights sleep!

Hope you're all doing good out there, and if not, then you will soon be on the mend.
Feel free to come join me at my local tomorrow for my 'escaping party'- first rounds on me!!
Loads a love and hugs to all, And xxxx

@Wendy- I'm voting, will keep going until it tells me to get lost! As for the nickname 'buzzz'- it will have to join a long list of others!! lol xxx

@Dusty- Eternally greatful. Moon n back always xxx

@Joan- Hope Brighton's still standing!! xxx
 
Now for a big THANK YOU...(if I had Dusty or Wendy's computer skills this would look spectacular!).

Diesanduhr- THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for the gift you've sent. :mademyday:
It's so kind of you to be thinking of me....and if you made it (which I assume you did), then you have an amazing talent there girl. To say I'm touched would be an understatement. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It will always accompany me to hospital and will brighten up the darkest of days.

Your note made me cry- trust me thats an accomplishment.!!! :ylol:

I just need to say, I truly am sooo sooo Greatful.

THANK YOU :kiss:

Loads a love, And xxx:heart:
 
Hey And!! Glad you're up to your witty self! Don't go bustin' out till you're ready though! Hang in there buddy:)!
 
Dex, I'm busting out of EVERYTHING on this bloody pred!! lol
Good job there are no beach holidays planned, a harpoon up my bum's the last thing I need right now (although it would make a change from the camera crew that's usually up there!) xxx
 
Ahahahaha!! I guess it would be bloody tough tethered to that hospital bed and buzzing on pred at the same time!! Wish I could be there to pound you in a game of backgammon or something!!

I see they haven't stolen your sense of humor:)
 
The humour DOES elude me at times Dex, well most of the time to be honest.
I am Jabba the hut's long lost sister!

You can teach me backgammon, and I'll supply the beer!
 
MMMMmm beer and backgammon!! Reminds me of college...that's probably why I'm a truck driver and not working in a nice air-conditioned office:)
 
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Now for a big THANK YOU...(if I had Dusty or Wendy's computer skills this would look spectacular!).

Diesanduhr- THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for the gift you've sent. :mademyday:
It's so kind of you to be thinking of me....and if you made it (which I assume you did), then you have an amazing talent there girl. To say I'm touched would be an understatement. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It will always accompany me to hospital and will brighten up the darkest of days.

Your note made me cry- trust me thats an accomplishment.!!! :ylol:

I just need to say, I truly am sooo sooo Greatful.

THANK YOU :kiss:

Loads a love, And xxx:heart:
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I feel like we've gotta look out for each other. I know someday soon you'll be the strong one offering support.

I'm so glad to hear you like it. You are more than welcome. I hope you get to rest at home soon. :soledance:
 
So great to hear from you Andrea xoxoxoxo
I would join you at the local and bring the beer myself if I were closer..:)

thinking of you always,
much love,
~T~
 
Sure is good to hear that you are planning to break out! :)

Still wondering if you ever thought about the stem cell transplant that I mentioned earlier and if it would help you in some way.

But, no matter what, wishing you all the best!
 
She's broke out! And she's home.
She's gonna have a lovely night tonight in her own bed

Enjoy yourself hun and take it easy
Love ya tons xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
 
She's in her own bed, having a pint, eating a chinese. Oh heavenly Welshy! You naughty, naughty girl!!

Loving it! Promise you'll go back and behave for a few hours a day though?
But sleep sweet lady...
 
ROFLOL...."she's busted out"... haha.... this needs to be made into a movie.. hehe....<shaking my head> when are you going back Andrea?

I cant even find an animated picture to fit this post... hmm...

enjoy your sleep!
 
Andrea, I hope you had a peaceful night with a relaxing night's sleep, restoring your unbelievable strength to keep fighting.
You most definitely have my complete admiration.
Wishing you and Julian well! :)
 
YES! I'm so pleased you're out of there. Crossing everything that it lasts longer than a couple of days this time! Your gas and electricity bills must be none-existent right now haha.

So glad to hear things are looking up. About bloody time! Hope the beer and chinese food went down well. Keep treating yourself, and take care :) x
 
Morning all,
Well after a few good days and lulled into a false sense of security, I've woken up feeling like that bloody truck has been and reversed over me a few times in the night.

Question for you all (will also post seperately)...I have lots of LLQ pain this morning, BUT I have no colon and very little rectum left. If this was this time last year would say that my UC was going haywire, but thats not a possibility today. I've just passed loads of mucus and now blood. I'm on 40mg of pred and predfoam twice daily...I just dont get whats happening. Any ideas??

Have managed to drag the laptop to my bed, and have an appt at the hospital later, but to be honest, I dont know how I'm going to make it. I just want to hide away- my legs wont even hold me up today in the shower, let alone make that bloody journey.

Have sat here for almost an hour crying- I have HAD ENOUGH OF THIS CRAP!!

Sorry to be on a downer- just need somewhere to vent.

Hope you all have a great day
And xx

@Lostnut- Sorry for not answering re stemcell earlier. No its not an option now that I have an Ileo and Cancer. Wish it had been before though, may have saved myself some of this grief!! xx

@Ian- Chinese and beer?? In my dreams buddy. BIG no to either right now :( xx
 
So so sorry Andrea. I'm crying too. No words are adequate really but you've touched my heart. You are an awesomely brave lady who deserves a break. I know everyone will agree that you are an inspiration to us all.
Hugs
Marie x
 
Update

Andrea has phoned the gastro and she's sending the paramedics. So it looks like she's on her way back to hospital. Andrea is in a lot of pain.
I will let you know more later.
 
Sorry And:(, but it sounds like you better get back in there even if you have to call an ambulance to take you. Don't suffer in pain!!
 
OMG, what has the woman done to deserve this. I hope this is a blip & she can carry on with her treatment.
Good Luck Welshy
Rgds
Grant
 
Hey guys,

Andrea has been admitted again. The pain is/was pretty intense and they are in the process of trying to pinpoint exactly what is going on.

In the meantime they have given her some pretty heavy pain killers and she now is getting some much needed relief and rest.

Hang in there Welshy! Love ya mate, :heart:
Dusty. xxxxxxxx
 
Andrea, we are still praying for you. I hope things go better for you. I don't know how much of this one person is suppose to handle. Hang in there.
 
:Karl::Karl::Karl::Karl::Karl::Karl::Karl::Karl:
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Thinking of you Andrea. Hoping you pass this hurdle. You deserve this to be nothing but a blip, and to wake up in the morning feeling full of beans and ready to take on the world again!
Love you lady!
 
I know we have never talked much, but I wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you and praying for you! You are such a strong person, you can do this!

Lots of hugs and Love!!!
 
So sorry to hear that you are going through all this pain again. It simply isn't fair. I am so sorry that you are dealing with so much. I hope that the pain meds are doing their job and you are doing your job of resting
As always, take care of yourself
Much love
sam
 
HI there, i am sorry things aren't well for you right now . i hope you will get on the mend soon:Flower:best wishes

scott
 
:yoshijumpjoy: Homeward bound!!
My quilt and I are outta here! And about bloody time too...had enough of this place to last me a lifetime!

Hope all is well out in the real world.
Thanks for the continues texts, mails and messages left here.
And xx
 
Thanks both.
Michelle can assure you, I won't be back here but for outpatient appts for a bloody long time!
Need to be well for the rugby on Sat. Fingers crossed!!
xx
 
Good, that's what I like to hear!

Isn't playing rugby a step too far though? :p Only joking! Sat is a good few days off though. Plenty of time of get lots of rest. Hope you make it! x
 
Another breakout?! Whooo hoooo!!!! Enjoy your bed and those lovely legs on the rugby players...YOM!
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Andrea can't come home yet.
She is gonna see gastro tomorrow so hopefully, fingers crossed, she will be allowed home.
 
Astra101 said:
Andrea can't come home yet.
She is gonna see gastro tomorrow so hopefully, fingers crossed, she will be allowed home.
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Hard to break out on Sundays....I tried! Digits crossed she gets out tomorrow!

Get some rest if you can sweet Andrea. If patients are being noisy..save those little soaps they give you to wash with, they make great missiles!!!
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(Please know I only threw one ONCE and I'm not advocating bad behavior...much)
 
Andrea, may the Gastro let you go home. As for Rugby on Saturday... Last fall I went to a (American) football game 9 days after my surgery. I totally understand!
 
Why do they do that thing..one person saying one thing and the next saying the opposite..really very annoying. Lets hope they make their minds up Andrea...and that it will be home at least for a little while.
 
aww, hang in there, my thoughts and prayers are w/ you. hope you feel better & hope you can get out of there soon, fingers crossed.
 
How ya doing sweet pea???? Did you give em hell at the hospital? I'm not texting ya cause you need your rest. But I'm hoping you can break outta there very soon, if indeed you arent already out and down at the pub flirting with the sexy things they have in Wales?

All my love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
 
Don't know if it means she has escaped the jail.... left the hospital, that is.... but Welshy posted in the Last One Wins game.
 
Update...

Looks like Welshy will be in hospital for a few days yet. Chemo is still continuing and I think the GI wants her to rest up bit more. There's nothing serious going on just little niggly things, all remains stable, YAY!, and they are just making sure they dot all the i's and cross all the t's before allowing her home.

Fingers crossed they allow her out to watch the rugby on the weekend!
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Andrea sends her love and thanks, it means the world to her to know that you are all here cheering her on! :)

Dusty. :heart:
 

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