tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post8625991742356020579..comments2024-03-10T18:21:14.279-07:00Comments on COMFY HOUSE: therapy, a barn sale, and moving alongMelaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-3579102723972685842015-01-19T19:42:12.005-08:002015-01-19T19:42:12.005-08:00Thank you, Robin. Yes, arm lymphedema is most comm...Thank you, Robin. Yes, arm lymphedema is most commonly associated with the aftermath of breast cancer surgery, since that's when lymph nodes are removed and then the arm usually swells. Since I've never had breast cancer nor any surgery, etc., they are diagnosing it as primary lymphedema - a rare form which can show up later in life. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-41019212301784709572014-12-09T18:36:52.772-08:002014-12-09T18:36:52.772-08:00I'm sorry you are dealing with that medical bu...I'm sorry you are dealing with that medical business. I don't know a lot about the condition, but I always thought it was associated with breast cancer aftermath. As a matter of fact, by step mother was just taken to the ER with a hot, feverish arm and kept over night! Hope you feel better soon. RobinLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543576456983999997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-58301871955158796332014-11-28T21:10:27.840-08:002014-11-28T21:10:27.840-08:00It felt good to get caught up on some cooking and ...It felt good to get caught up on some cooking and baking. Glad the photo of the squirrel put a smile on your face! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, Dee.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-35715084996110662982014-11-28T21:09:22.720-08:002014-11-28T21:09:22.720-08:00It will be a long time until I can get rid of that...It will be a long time until I can get rid of that nighttime garment, unfortunately. Maybe I'll actually get used to it, huh?Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-82761016831271651692014-11-28T21:08:30.721-08:002014-11-28T21:08:30.721-08:00Thank you, Magali!Thank you, Magali!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-14989118384958232032014-11-28T21:08:12.829-08:002014-11-28T21:08:12.829-08:00I dated myself with that Cheech and Chong mention,...I dated myself with that Cheech and Chong mention, didn't I? I'm glad I got a fun day out, too - I needed it. Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-49982949366288215622014-11-28T21:07:14.018-08:002014-11-28T21:07:14.018-08:00Thanks, Elaine - you, too!Thanks, Elaine - you, too!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-61852506541173973652014-11-28T21:06:59.344-08:002014-11-28T21:06:59.344-08:00Thanks for the idea about using the squirrel photo...Thanks for the idea about using the squirrel photo on a greeting card! Unfortunately, lymphedema is something that will probably always be with me, but it can be managed.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-65284637617433516392014-11-28T21:05:46.855-08:002014-11-28T21:05:46.855-08:00Working in the kitchen actually isn't too bad....Working in the kitchen actually isn't too bad...the daytime compression sleeve does cover my hand up to my knuckles, but I'm allowed to peel it back over to my wrist so I can expose my hand for washing and food prep. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-49138230461102002802014-11-28T21:04:10.149-08:002014-11-28T21:04:10.149-08:00Thank you so much, Sandy. Such sweet comments.Thank you so much, Sandy. Such sweet comments.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-74933047631670553612014-11-28T21:03:32.449-08:002014-11-28T21:03:32.449-08:00You are very sweet, Amy. Thank you.You are very sweet, Amy. Thank you.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-6673442038424403802014-11-28T21:03:07.210-08:002014-11-28T21:03:07.210-08:00Thank you for your well wishes, Poppy - and I did ...Thank you for your well wishes, Poppy - and I did indeed have a happy Thanksgiving. :-)Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-79579811308243458662014-11-28T21:01:37.469-08:002014-11-28T21:01:37.469-08:00I will be wearing this hot sleeve at night plus I&...I will be wearing this hot sleeve at night plus I'm wearing a compression sleeve during the day and both items will probably be for a loong time, so I'm not looking forward to either one of them in the summer! Happy Thanksgiving, Cathy.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-54622670070120623172014-11-28T21:00:34.044-08:002014-11-28T21:00:34.044-08:00Thank you, Lynne - and happy Thanksgiving to you, ...Thank you, Lynne - and happy Thanksgiving to you, as well!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-61614509040505202332014-11-28T21:00:13.475-08:002014-11-28T21:00:13.475-08:00Yes, this is the same arm as the rotator cuff tear...Yes, this is the same arm as the rotator cuff tear, but it has nothing to do with the lymphedema. And no, I didn't have surgery - just lots of physical therapy. You are right - lymphedema in the arm is common after breast cancer surgery. That is called secondary lymphedema. I have primary...most likely hereditary and/or late-onset. Rare! Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-12913267768476877172014-11-28T20:58:01.229-08:002014-11-28T20:58:01.229-08:00Not many people are familiar with Lymphedema. I th...Not many people are familiar with Lymphedema. I think I'll do another blog post about it soon. Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, Brenda.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-75909662933910345192014-11-28T20:56:59.555-08:002014-11-28T20:56:59.555-08:00I have complete use of my arm, so that part is no ...I have complete use of my arm, so that part is no problem. Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659968511488397366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-54168410066701276592014-11-28T13:29:50.257-08:002014-11-28T13:29:50.257-08:00I'm so sorry about your arm, but I am glad to ...I'm so sorry about your arm, but I am glad to hear that the therapy sessions aren't painful. It's a wonder you were able to make so many goodies and my goodness, those photos looked good enough to eat right off the computer. At least you were able to get out and do a little shopping and I do love that picture of the squirrel. It definitely put a smile on my face. Feel better and enjoy your weekend... :) Deehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01062873564239631930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-33214182071275579842014-11-28T08:43:39.753-08:002014-11-28T08:43:39.753-08:00that contraption does look hot and uncomfortable.....that contraption does look hot and uncomfortable...I hope everything that the therapists are doing works and you can discard that asap :) Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13091419343402163298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-23703435983518656912014-11-25T13:10:57.000-08:002014-11-25T13:10:57.000-08:00I hope you'll feel better soon. I love that yo...I hope you'll feel better soon. I love that you took a picture of your mitten! Happy Thanksgiving!Magali@TheLittleWhiteHousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13787605249681670341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-69302059609234881122014-11-25T08:32:02.502-08:002014-11-25T08:32:02.502-08:00Cheech & Chong, now that's throwing it way...Cheech & Chong, now that's throwing it way back. Gosh, very strange about your arm. I was just reading up on the diagnosis, which can be inherited or caused after having breast cancer treatment. I sure hope you are able to get it under control. The squirrel with the tiny pumpkin is soooooooooo cute. And I just love the set up that Ginger has. What a fantastic place to visit and shop. Glad you had a day out. Best wishes for a happy Thanksgiving,TammyTammy@T's Daily Treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01474928708908027789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-44558436755737274162014-11-25T06:59:39.562-08:002014-11-25T06:59:39.562-08:00Yes hope you are feeling better soon. I would love...Yes hope you are feeling better soon. I would love to go to that sale. Right up my alley. Happy Thanksgiving.Sunny Simple Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13442975157454720956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-35448080265110447492014-11-25T06:48:29.074-08:002014-11-25T06:48:29.074-08:00I love that photo of the squirrel! You should cons...I love that photo of the squirrel! You should consider using it as a greeting card. I'm sorry to hear about your therapy and medical issues, especially the new one. I really hope all that is behind you soon. The barn sale looks amazing! I would love to go to a place like that. I understand just what you mean about not being able to choose. That always happens to me when I go to an antiques market or even some yard sales! It's the sign of a discriminating mind, maybe. :) I hope you're having a good week.Jennifer Hayshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04685253944514672324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-69823332633152106322014-11-25T06:36:59.684-08:002014-11-25T06:36:59.684-08:00I'm like you Melanie. When there's so muc...I'm like you Melanie. When there's so much to see, I can't decide what to buy! It's fun to just go look and come home with something small, don't you think? I hope your therapy is helping. It must be hard to work in the kitchen with your problem, but you are way ahead of me! I've got today off to prepare for Thanksgiving and then I work tomorrow, so I better get going! I love the shot of the squirrel munching on his treat!Vickie @ Ranger 911https://www.blogger.com/profile/12847126296813987337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6201144666881866355.post-15726296773361353212014-11-25T05:35:39.162-08:002014-11-25T05:35:39.162-08:00I love visiting places like this "shop";...I love visiting places like this "shop"; what a wonderful selection of finds. Also, I just want to encourage you to only blog when you feel like it and not to feel that you have a "deadline" to meet. We'll be here waiting for you when you're ready to speak --- about whatever is on your mind. Have a great thanksgiving.<br />Sandy aka Doris the Greathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16135704111702244735noreply@blogger.com