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[A Better Me]

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They sound a bit petty, G, but I don't know much about this stuff.
And this is the type of shit that makes me wanna go live under a tree.
You're awesome.

Hey Bridge x

[byebyebridgetjones]

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A Better Me;1571098 wrote: They sound a bit petty, G, but I don't know much about this stuff.
And this is the type of shit that makes me wanna go live under a tree.
You're awesome.

Hey Bridge x

Mwah Cakes.
How goes it woman?

[Guitarista]

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Thanks Bridgey, Missy, and Grinder.

Appreciate your feedback. I reckon i might challenge them on it, and when they sack me next week, go to fair work tribunal and fight unfair dismissal just to turn the heat up on em. I just want my weekend job to remain. I feel you're spot on Bridge reading between the lines. I've also just provided a response to my last 12 mths of disciplinary action for my file/records, cc'ing in our CEO. Maybe a bit bold, but i want people to know that often these guys have been really poor performance wise. I've stuffed up too, and admit it and cop it, but their reactions have been a bit over the top and damaging/inappropriate generally i think. Will speak with union dude tomorrow, though they're a bit average too. lol.

Enough of moi! How are you going Grinder?

[A Better Me]

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I go pretty good, thanks G & Bridge. Just very busy and not enough time to spend here.
I'm starting a meditation course tomorrow, which I'm excited about. Calming my very active mind will be good for me.
My boys & Mr Cakes are beautiful.
Oh, the nest issue I had (noisy Miner chicks) was dealt with. We left the nest as it was, and then one morning there was a lot of squawking coming from the nest, I looked out to see a hawke ( I think, or an eagle but not that big) flying away from the nest with something in its beak...watched it fly away with Miners in pursuit. A.ma.zing. Then the hawk came back a couples of times, it stood on the lawn for a bit. Flew directly over me as I was looking out the window. It was so special.

[byebyebridgetjones]

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A Better Me;1571105 wrote: I go pretty good, thanks G & Bridge. Just very busy and not enough time to spend here.
I'm starting a meditation course tomorrow, which I'm excited about. Calming my very active mind will be good for me.
My boys & Mr Cakes are beautiful.
Oh, the nest issue I had (noisy Miner chicks) was dealt with. We left the nest as it was, and then one morning there was a lot of squawking coming from the nest, I looked out to see a hawke ( I think, or an eagle but not that big) flying away from the nest with something in its beak...watched it fly away with Miners in pursuit. A.ma.zing. Then the hawk came back a couples of times, it stood on the lawn for a bit. Flew directly over me as I was looking out the window. It was so special.

Tell me to mind my own business....but how are your check ups going?

[A Better Me]

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byebyebridgetjones;1571107 wrote: Tell me to mind my own business....but how are your check ups going?

Oh bless, it's amazing you ask actually. You remember things/ask me things that my nearest & dearest often don't (or are too afraid maybe?)
Anyway, check ups are all good but still extremely stressful. Which leads me to behaviours (drinking & smoking) that create even more stress. Honestly my life has really been changed but I'm worried that I'm not embracing it enough, in a way to make my life better. I reckon things happen for a reason. I saw a psychologist a couple of times (she diagnosed PTSD) that I think I've dealt with now. I'm not a blithering mess when remembering the day I was diagnosed, anymore, which is good. Now I just have to work on not being the woman who had cancer, but just be a better me.

[byebyebridgetjones]

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A Better Me;1571115 wrote: Oh bless, it's amazing you ask actually. You remember things/ask me things that my nearest & dearest often don't (or are too afraid maybe?)
Anyway, check ups are all good but still extremely stressful. Which leads me to behaviours (drinking & smoking) that create even more stress. Honestly my life has really been changed but I'm worried that I'm not embracing it enough, in a way to make my life better. I reckon things happen for a reason. I saw a psychologist a couple of times (she diagnosed PTSD) that I think I've dealt with now. I'm not a blithering mess when remembering the day I was diagnosed, anymore, which is good. Now I just have to work on not being the woman who had cancer, but just be a better me.

Yep. I can completely understand all of that.
Simple fact is, one word from your specialist and your whole bloody life changes! And the repercussions of that are terrifying.
You must get so fucking angry at being held to ransom by this. I would.
Just remember that now your chances of ongoing remission are better than ever.

[A Better Me]

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byebyebridgetjones;1571125 wrote: Yep. I can completely understand all of that.
Simple fact is, one word from your specialist and your whole bloody life changes! And the repercussions of that are terrifying.
You must get so fucking angry at being held to ransom by this. I would.
Just remember that now your chances of ongoing remission are better than ever.

Yeah, I never got really angry...kinda felt I deserved it. That's what I need to work on as well. But it's been 18months now( since diagnosed). 10/10/12 was when I had major reconstruction surgery. Didn't even note the date at the anniversary. It's all part of the journey and one things for sure, I don't fear getting old anymore, I'll relish it, I'll be happy to be old & wrinkley.
You're a gem Jones, thanks again. Are you doing ok?

[Guitarista]

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A Better Me;1571115 wrote: Oh bless, it's amazing you ask actually. You remember things/ask me things that my nearest & dearest often don't (or are too afraid maybe?)
Anyway, check ups are all good but still extremely stressful. Which leads me to behaviours (drinking & smoking) that create even more stress. Honestly my life has really been changed but I'm worried that I'm not embracing it enough, in a way to make my life better. I reckon things happen for a reason. I saw a psychologist a couple of times (she diagnosed PTSD) that I think I've dealt with now. I'm not a blithering mess when remembering the day I was diagnosed, anymore, which is good. Now I just have to work on not being the woman who had cancer, but just be a better me.

All the best with everything Cakes. Meditation is a great idea. Some mindfulness too. Take care and wishing you a top week.

G bloke.

[A Better Me]

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Guitarista;1571142 wrote: All the best with everything Cakes. Meditation is a great idea. Some mindfulness too. Take care and wishing you a top week.

G bloke.

Thanks friend *hugs & kisses*

[byebyebridgetjones]

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A Better Me;1571141 wrote: Yeah, I never got really angry...kinda felt I deserved it. That's what I need to work on as well. But it's been 18months now( since diagnosed). 10/10/12 was when I had major reconstruction surgery. Didn't even note the date at the anniversary. It's all part of the journey and one things for sure, I don't fear getting old anymore, I'll relish it, I'll be happy to be old & wrinkley.
You're a gem Jones, thanks again. Are you doing ok?

Oh my lord yes!

I have a new red car and a chain saw!
What's not to be happy about?:H

I'm almost always happy, Cakes. I lived in poverty stricken, third world countries for long enough to know that it's all in the perception.

By the way..... re above: nobody 'deserves' that mate.... That attitude is where you need to start your journey.

Right I'm buggering off.
Night loves.

[A Better Me]

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byebyebridgetjones;1571144 wrote: Oh my lord yes!

I have a new red car and a chain saw!
What's not to be happy about?:H

I'm almost always happy, Cakes. I lived in poverty stricken, third world countries for long enough to know that it's all in the perception.

By the way..... re above: nobody 'deserves' that mate.... That attitude is where you need to start your journey.

Right I'm buggering off.
Night loves.

Quite right my friend.
Night night.

[lucky 2.0]

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Mr. G,

I want to chime in on the work situation. My advise is do not quit. In the States, if you quit, you cannot collect unemployment money. Is that the case in Oz?

Also, when you apply for other jobs, don't ever say you were fired/sacked. Your former employer legally can only provide your dates of employment and nothing else. Legally they cannot say you were let go.

I am sorry you are going through this mess. I know it is stressful.

[lucky 2.0]

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A Better Me,

Have you seen those shirts that say Fuck Cancer? I love them!

Have you heard of Kris Carr? She is a woman diagnosed with cancer in her very early adult years and she did a video diary. Then she wrote a book, Crazy Sexy Cancer. I fortunately have not experienced cancer but read the book. I was on her website last night because I am getting into serious juicing and she is a big juicer. You might want to google her. I think she is very inspiring.
All the best to you.

[myhappyplace]

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Morning special ones. Some lovely conversations last night, good for the soul to read back.
Mr G you have some great advice there, really hope for a good outcome for you, just remember not to let the bastards waylay you in your plans for your future.
Cakes, I hope you enjoy the meditation course, something in my weekend workshop for thought is that some of the latest findings show just 4 minutes a day of slowed breathing and thought can make a huge difference. So even with the busy mum/work/partner stuff going on, making time for you is a must.
Bridge, as usual mwah.
Lucky, go the juicing!! do you know the main thing that survived while we were away was our kale? gotta mean something, if only that we get green juice still every day. Love that your gardening again too Froglette.

Into it Undies and Ovaries! relish the day!!

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!