tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post6695303616013580411..comments2023-04-05T08:30:53.471-06:00Comments on Living with Cancer: Feeling OverwhelmedDariahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10806073037988154854noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-7055873294369519972009-04-09T14:38:00.000-06:002009-04-09T14:38:00.000-06:00I did the things I needed to , like meds, doctors,...I did the things I needed to , like meds, doctors, tests..<BR/>but the rest..oh honey..slow it down. My hubby<BR/>even did the shopping.<BR/><BR/>You are ill, and chemo is a poison..remember that and take it easy..<BR/><BR/>Have happy Easter<BR/>He Is Risen<BR/><BR/>love to you, DeenaSweetAnneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13707990672213846323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-91387227519316477332009-04-09T10:59:00.000-06:002009-04-09T10:59:00.000-06:00I think people try to be positive and want you to ...I think people try to be positive and want you to be positive and enthusiastically so because they are powerless and can't think of anything else to offer. And sometimes they can be frightened and use it as a way to push the problem under the carpet and away from themselves. I know from personal experience how frustrating that can be ! It also takes LOTS of energy to be positive and if you're lacking in that department then don't waste it, for goodness sake. You're right to pull back and just concentrate on you and getting better. Well done for recognising your needs and acting on them. You take care of yourself so that the chemo you're taking can do its job. That will be what everyone near to you wants too.<BR/><BR/>Jill B.Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04401841521743603755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-78114990329463958072009-04-08T09:21:00.000-06:002009-04-08T09:21:00.000-06:00DariaOne of the things I have learned in reading t...Daria<BR/>One of the things I have learned in reading the blogs is you don't have to be a "superwoman" Be you, be your own hero... rest relax and repose...<BR/>the rest put to the side and concentrate on you..<BR/><BR/>~ Alli.xxAllihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01948469302534409133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-87732487960259481712009-04-08T09:08:00.000-06:002009-04-08T09:08:00.000-06:00i know thAt feeling... i just called it my cocoon ...i know thAt feeling... i just called it my cocoon times and that was that! You are entitled to time out and i agree sometimes it's the talking and the smiling and the trying to keep up with conversation that is more exhausting than the physical stuff... You are having 'normal' feelings i should think... i had them too and still do some days xnollyposhhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13205974328143335552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-10194527146243259032009-04-08T08:19:00.000-06:002009-04-08T08:19:00.000-06:00honey, i am exactly the same- when i am booked sol...honey, i am exactly the same- when i am booked solid i often reschedule things to the follwing week or give things a miss- i cant stand to be pushed like that.<BR/>Be kind to you daria- you know and we know that this will pass xxxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15047696858755347818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-74163494270654529192009-04-08T07:59:00.000-06:002009-04-08T07:59:00.000-06:00Thank you for visiting Daria. How are you feeling ...Thank you for visiting Daria. How are you feeling today?<BR/><BR/>You said:<BR/><BR/>Beautiful ... the first thing I think of is breast cancer survivors and how they could be affected by this poem. <BR/><BR/>Do you intend to or have you ever published any of your work?<BR/><BR/>The writing on my blog is entirely a gift. Print that poem and pass it on to whoever you think needs to read it with my permission.<BR/><BR/>I have a novel in the works, I've self-published a short story and some poems and I have two self help books as well in process...I also have 4 children so it's slow going but yes, my intent is to publish. <BR/><BR/>I enjoy your visits. Keep coming back. You inspire me way more than you know!<BR/><BR/>BreezeCarolyn R. Parsonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14529999558075983828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-80543931483098104502009-04-08T03:55:00.000-06:002009-04-08T03:55:00.000-06:00Evening DariaMy heart goes out to you as you strug...Evening Daria<BR/>My heart goes out to you as you struggle with treatment and your desire not to offend.. How wise you are to take a step back.<BR/>Take a deep breath and let your body recover from all that you are going through. Sure your true friends will understand.<BR/>Thinking of youCherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01334065619837967170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-82840168962125025402009-04-07T18:33:00.000-06:002009-04-07T18:33:00.000-06:00Hi Daria ~ I think you need to do whatever it is y...Hi Daria ~ I think you need to do whatever it is you need to for yourself...and don't feel bad about that. It's really OK! I'm sure everyone will understand.<BR/><BR/>I know in my own experience the holidays were hard on me - I was in pain and just didn't want to deal with everything that comes with the large extended family gatherings. My husband's family just don't know what to say half the time and it's difficult emotionally 'cause they make me feel like a freak, if that makes any sense...<BR/><BR/>Hang in there, Daria, and you just take that time to relax :)<BR/><BR/>Hugs,<BR/>MichelleMichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04711308267132053800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-31781935171481533002009-04-07T13:41:00.000-06:002009-04-07T13:41:00.000-06:00Ha ha...I KNOW your psychologist! I KNOW what she ...Ha ha...I KNOW your psychologist! I KNOW what she will tell you! Ha ha! Too funny.<BR/><BR/>I think that it is great that you are taking time to refuel. Your body has been through A LOT! Time for a rest. And that is okay!<BR/><BR/>We missed you this morning - people send best wishes your way.<BR/>xoxoxoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-83598888405827028762009-04-07T13:36:00.000-06:002009-04-07T13:36:00.000-06:00Sometimes we just need to sit back and let ourselv...Sometimes we just need to sit back and let ourselves recharge.<BR/><BR/>Just do what you need to Daria, you are allowed. Life can be pretty relentless can't it.<BR/><BR/>Lucky for us, there are pockets of peace. <BR/><BR/>Love to you<BR/><BR/>xxxMichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00816138640432897870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-89044298074275287432009-04-07T12:51:00.000-06:002009-04-07T12:51:00.000-06:00Good for you for listening to your body telling yo...Good for you for listening to your body telling you that you might need to pull back and recharge for a while. And thanks again for letting us know that this is how you are feeling. <BR/><BR/>Our friends and family sometimes think that being all positive and enthusiastic is what we need but sometimes we just need to let ourselves be what we are at that moment so that we can regain our strength. And we need to let others know that.Arlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08861800118812717755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-47500316626871804372009-04-07T10:27:00.000-06:002009-04-07T10:27:00.000-06:00I'm with Renee hon!!! You have good reason to be f...I'm with Renee hon!!! You have good reason to be feeling overwhelmed!!! You have alot going on inside of you, both physically and mentally - give "you" a break. Don't worry about others attitudes - you need to care for you right now. Huge hugs, SarahSarah Sullivanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03835112406617937224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-72635086951654425842009-04-07T10:04:00.000-06:002009-04-07T10:04:00.000-06:00Daria you are not a weak person. Yes you are an i...Daria you are not a weak person. Yes you are an ill person going though a horrendous chemo treatment.<BR/><BR/>I think you should just be completely honest. Don't worry about offending people.<BR/><BR/>If you can make it to Easter that might be good, to get out and outside of yourself, but if you can't, than don't.<BR/><BR/>You are going to make it honey.<BR/><BR/>Love Renee xoxoReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785932958464359112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3479782985101649883.post-63286865036570506432009-04-07T09:45:00.000-06:002009-04-07T09:45:00.000-06:00I find positivity comes best in silence and self r...I find positivity comes best in silence and self reflection. And I'm pretty extroverted but I still need to recharge that way, particularly during emotional times. So just tell them that. If they don't understand that's on them. Your only responsibility is to you.<BR/><BR/>xxx000<BR/>BreezeCarolyn R. Parsonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14529999558075983828noreply@blogger.com