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wigout111
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Tomorrow, I will take my Grand-daughter to the hospital for another round of chemo. We are on our 6 month of treatment. Which doesn't really sound like very long compared to other who are 2, 3, or even 5 years into it. I'm a very busy person. Have to stay busy all the time. It's been very hard taking care of a ill 3 year old. Times in the hospital have been almost every week for 4 to 6 days. Then there is home which is full time. Our little girl also had to have her leg amputated. So the care is really full time. I don't know how to relaxe anymore. Any suggestions.

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cadmom

It is very hard to remember how to relax. When I find a minute, I try to sit up straight, take deep breaths and try to imagine inhaling blue light and exhaling black cloud. This immediately lowers my blood pressure, and takes me to a quieter place. I also try to read comedies, or watch funny movies or tv shows. Laughter always helps me to relax.

My son is in treatment for leukemia. He is an identical twin, and I also have a 4-year old daughter. I am always busy as well. I am fortunate to have family to take my kids, so that I can get out for a few hours a couple of times a week. I exercise. I find going out shopping or to restaurants can be less than relaxing, but I always feel better after exercising. Is there anyone you can leave your granddaughter with so you can get out for a few hours?

Best of luck.

Jenn

BJsmom

Dear wigout, I am so sorry that you are feeling overwhelmed by all of this. I think there are alot of parents feeling like you. I don't have any family to help care for my two daughters while my son and I are at chemo. Fortunately I have good friends and my children are older=16 and 9. But I do understand your need for "me time" and to not have your life so defined by cancer. It may be hard but reach out to your friends- they may be wanting to help but don't know what to do. Even if someone could come over while you take a nap or a nice bath. It may feel weird to ask but sometimes thats all you need to do.

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