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Beautifully appointed deluxe room with excellent views over the lawns toward Great Gable.
Full of handmade furniture, a wall mounted flat screen LED TV, iPod/iPhone charger docking clock radio, tea and coffee making facilities and complimentary spring water and homemade biscuits.
It can be used as a king-sized double or twin bed. It has a lovely ensuite, bath with shower, heated towel rail and complimentary L'Occitane toiletries.
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We have always loved this hotel and all our family gathered here for a magical celebratory weekend. The food is always amazing and Gary and Donna are the perfect hosts. All of our family are still reminiscing about this extraordinary weekend at the best hotel we know.- Sally W, Durham
Stayed here April 2018 and the whole experience was wonderful. Welcomed by owner Gary and his friendly greeting set the tone for the next three days. All of the staff were efficient and kind taking time to ensure every guest was valued and made welcome. The breakfasts were great but they were surpassed by the dinners, don't be put off by the fixed menu, there was nothing put before us that wasn't totally delicious. Our room was spacious, well equipped and the bed was very comfortable and the entire hotel was immaculate. The views from the hotel are lovely and there is easy walking nearby. The hotel has a loyal clientele for good reasons, we will definitely return.- Chris S, London
Wonderful setting with numerous walks from the door. . Beautiful rooms. Exceptionally friendly, helpful owners and staff. Breakfast to die for. The no choice dinner menus were superb, well balanced & creative. Alternative meal options available for vegetarians. Outstanding wine list. we're already planning our next visit.- Jane, London


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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 review: When selecting Intel hurts
"With Intel inside, Lenovo's IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 loses each efficiency and battery life in comparison with its AMD-powered cousin."
- Strong construct high quality
- Snug keyboard and touchpad
- Good audio system
- Energetic pen included
- Unimpressive efficiency
- Mediocre battery life
- Unacceptable show
I reviewed the AMD Ryzen model of the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14 convertible 2-in-1 laptop final 12 months, and located it to supply a ton of efficiency for a really enticing $600 worth. It didn't fairly make our checklist of finest funds laptops, however it was shut. This 12 months, I used to be provided the prospect to review the 2021 refresh, which doesn't change a lot — most notably, Intel is on faucet this time round. I appeared ahead to seeing how this model compares.
I reviewed the $735 midrange configuration of the IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 with a Core i5-1135G7, which is the correct Intel chip to check to the Ryzen 5 4500U within the earlier review unit. That's barely a funds laptop worth (though it does double the storage over the AMD machine), and I discovered the Intel model presents much less worth than final 12 months's mannequin. You may get a Core i3 for a extra enticing $570, however you surrender half the RAM and storage. Ultimately, it proves why AMD continues to be the chief in funds laptops.
The IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 follows the identical design because the earlier mannequin, however with glass fiber combined into the plastic lid to present it a sturdier really feel. The remainder of the chassis is all plastic, however it nonetheless feels strong — extra so than some premium laptops that use magnesium alloy to scale back weight. In comparison with the budget-oriented and fairly bendable Asus VivoBook Flip 14, which makes use of plastic within the chassis and aluminum alloy lining the lid, the IdeaPad Flex 5i appears like 1,000,000 bucks.
The IdeaPad's hinge can be surprisingly good, being free sufficient to open with one hand, however then stiffening when it reaches an upright place to carry it in place in clamshell, tent, media, and pill modes. Total, the IdeaPad Flex 5i's construct high quality exceeds its price ticket.
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The two-in-1 maintains its darkish gray aesthetic, with only a contact of chrome within the Lenovo brand on the lid and the keyboard deck. It's a really understated look, with a couple of angles to present it a streamlined look, following the minimalist pattern Lenovo has utilized in its funds and midrange designs. The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 is a bit more dynamic in its look, however that doesn't imply it's better-looking — it truly suffers from a lime inexperienced lining across the Enter key that breaks up its coloration scheme. I'd say the IdeaPad Flex 5i appears to be like higher than it prices, and it gained't make you're feeling such as you're slumming it whenever you take it to a fancy coffeehouse.
Like final 12 months's mannequin, although, the IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 is bigger than it ought to be. Its show bezels are skinny on the edges however giant on prime, and the chin is large. That makes it deeper than crucial. It's additionally fairly thick at 0.82 inches and barely heavy at 3.3 kilos. The Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (about $200 greater than the IdeaPad) is 0.69 inches and three.09 kilos, whereas the Asus VivoBook Flip 14 is available in at 0.72 inches and three.31 kilos. If there's one space the place the IdeaPad Flex 5i reveals off its low-cost nature, it's within the outsized nature of its chassis.
Connectivity is strong, with a proprietary energy connector (though my review unit got here with a USB-C charger), USB-C 3.2 port, full-sized HDMI 1.4b port, and three.5mm audio jack on the left-hand aspect, and two USB-A 3.2 ports and a full-size SD card reader on the right-hand aspect. Sadly, there's no Thunderbolt 4 help, which is disappointing even at a $735 worth level. Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 present wi-fi connectivity.
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We lauded the AMD model of the IdeaPad Flex 5 for its efficiency due to its Ryzen 5 4500U. On the time, that was spectacular, however what a distinction a 12 months makes. That's now a previous-generation chip, and the brand new Ryzen 5000 sequence processors are considerably sooner — and the delta between the earlier model and the present Eleventh-gen Intel model can be much less vital. My review unit outfitted the Core i5-1135G7 to go together with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB solid-state drive (SSD), letting us examine not solely towards the earlier AMD mannequin but additionally present laptops.
Don't trouble with gaming.
In all instances, besides towards the Acer Aspire 5 with its core i3-1115G4 that was included for some distinction, the IdeaPad Flex 5i didn't impress. It was slower in all however the 3DMark Time Spy take a look at than the earlier AMD mannequin, together with fairly a bit slower in our Handbrake take a look at that encodes a 420MB video as H.265. In all our benchmarks, it was additionally slower than the opposite Core i5 laptops on our checklist, significantly the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2. The distinction isn't large, however it's sufficient to position the IdeaPad Flex 5i close to the underside of our comparability group.
In real-life use, I didn't discover the IdeaPad Flex 5i being a gradual laptop. However then once more, just about all trendy laptops are quick sufficient to run Home windows 10 and primary productiveness duties like internet shopping, Workplace apps, and the like with out slowing down. It's whenever you want an additional push of efficiency for heavy multitasking or extra intensive duties that you just would possibly discover a hiccup or two. I'd price efficiency as acceptable for the worth, however not something to write down dwelling about.
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|Cinebench R23 (single/multi)
|PCMark 10
|3DMark Time Spy
|Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i 14
(Core i5-1135G7)
|Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14 2020
(Ryzen 5 4500U)
|Asus VivoBook Flip 14 (Ryzen 5 5500U)
|Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 2
(Core i5-1135G7)
|HP Envy 14 (Core i5-1135G7)
|1549 / 5431
|1399 / 4585
|Acer Aspire 5 2021 (Core i3-1115G4)
Don't trouble with gaming. The IdeaPad Flex 5i is restricted to Intel Iris Xe graphics, and it didn't carry out very impressively even for that chip. Its 3DMark Time Spy take a look at wasn't nice, and it solely hit 16 frames per second (fps) in Fortnite at 1080p and excessive graphics. You'll wish to look elsewhere to your gaming wants.
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The second I turned on the IdeaPad Flex 5i 14, I knew that the 14-inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) IPS show can be its main weak point. The colours appeared off, the display had an disagreeable yellow-green tint, and the distinction didn't blow me away. I don't typically react so badly to a show, however this one was disappointing. Observe that the show is within the old-school 16:9 facet ratio, as taller shows haven't but made a lot headway in funds laptops.
My colorimeter largely confirmed that subjective expertise. To start with, brightness was low at simply 231 nits, properly beneath our most popular 300-nit threshold. Which means the show is likely to be arduous to learn with brilliant overhead lighting. The distinction was higher than I anticipated at 800:1 (however once more beneath our most popular stage, 1,000:1). Colours had been very slim at simply 49% of AdobeRGB and 65% of sRGB — midrange and premium laptops are round 72% and 95% or higher — and coloration accuracy was simply OK at a DeltaE of two.37 (1.0 or much less is great).
Sure, funds laptops typically skimp on the show. The Asus VivoBook Flip 14, for instance, was remarkably related at 230 nits of brightness, a distinction ratio of 720:1, 50% of AdobeRGB and 66% of sRGB, and coloration accuracy of two.62. However that doesn't change the truth that these aren't nice shows to make use of even for easy productiveness work, they usually're nowhere close to what artistic sorts are searching for.
The audio was higher, with upward-firing audio system flanking the keyboard on all sides. Quantity was greater than acceptable with zero distortion, and whereas bass was missing, mids and highs had been clear. You'll be capable of watch some Netflix and hearken to music with these audio system, which is healthier than most funds machines.
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Keyboard and touchpad
The IdeaPad Flex 5i has the standard Lenovo keyboard that you just'll discover on every little thing however the ThinkPad line. It's shallower than I like, however it has sufficient of a click on and a cushty sufficient bottoming motion to permit for exact contact typing. The beneficiant key spacing and key dimension assist make this funds keyboard that's solely a few steps behind wonderful keyboards like HP's Spectre line and the Apple Magic Keyboard. Quick typists ought to regulate to this keyboard rapidly sufficient and rise up to hurry in brief order.
The touchpad can be good, with a good dimension and a clean and cozy floor. The Microsoft Precision Touchpad drivers allow the complete suite of Home windows 10 multitouch gestures, all of which labored properly. I've no complaints.
The contact show was responsive, and Lenovo consists of an lively pen with 4,096 ranges of stress sensitivity. I discovered it fairly good for sketching (not that I'm an artist) and handwriting on the show, though the 14-inch show and general bulk of the 2-in-1 made it uncomfortable in pill mode. Nonetheless, together with the pen within the field is a plus that few funds laptops can match. As an added bonus, look carefully on the in-box supplies and also you'll discover a bit of pen holder that slips right into a USB-A port and retains the pen useful. In fact, that blocks each ports and so that you'll must take away the pen to plug in a peripheral.
Lastly, Home windows 10 Whats up help is offered by a fingerprint reader on the upper-right nook of the keyboard deck. It was quick and dependable. Lenovo additionally outfitted the IdeaPad Flex 5i with its ThinkShutter privateness display for the webcam — simply slide it over and the lens is bodily blocked, providing you with a contact of privateness.
Battery life
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The IdeaPad Flex 5i retains the 52.5 watt-hour battery of its predecessor, which, when mixed with the Core i5 and the 14-inch Full HD show, left me questioning what sort of longevity to count on. The AMD mannequin was simply OK by way of battery life, capable of possibly eke out a full day's work on a cost for those who didn't push it too arduous.
Total, the IdeaPad Flex 5i's battery life is disappointing.
Based on our benchmarks, the Intel model dropped slightly below that threshold of all-day battery life. It lasted simply 7.25 hours in our web-browsing take a look at, in comparison with the AMD model's eight hours, and 11.5 hours in looping our native Avengers take a look at video, the place the AMD model lasted for 11 hours. In order that's a toss-up, though the online take a look at provides a greater concept of productiveness efficiency. The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 made it to 9 hours of shopping the online and 12 hours within the video take a look at — stronger scores for certain.
I additionally ran the PCMark 10 Purposes battery take a look at, the place the IdeaPad Flex 5i managed 9 hours. That's simply seven minutes lower than the AMD model, however beneath the ten or extra hours we've seen at the least with most different laptops we've examined. That is the very best take a look at of productiveness battery life, and the IdeaPad Flex 5i didn't do all that properly. Within the PCMark 10 Gaming battery take a look at, it lasted for slightly below two minutes, which is about common for this take a look at.
Total, the IdeaPad Flex 5i's battery life is disappointing. Just like the AMD model, it'd take you thru a day's work in case your workflow is mild, however getting actual work accomplished with out plugging in is likely to be a problem.
Our take
At $600, the AMD model of the IdeaPad Flex 5 14 was a well-performing cut price. At $735, with the primary distinction being a 512GB SSD versus a 256GB SSD, the newest IdeaPad Flex 5i isn't fairly so enticing. It doesn't carry out as properly, and it doesn't sustain with another laptops working the identical CPU. Its battery life doesn't impress, and its show — though equally unhealthy because the earlier model — is an actual letdown.
There are different laptops on this worth vary which are extra value your cash. The IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 misplaced its luster within the swap to Intel, and I can't discover a lot to suggest it.
Are there any options?
The Asus VivoBook Flip 14 is across the identical worth and presents considerably higher efficiency. The show and battery life aren't any higher, however no less than you'll get a sooner laptop that may deal with extra demanding workloads.
When you don't want a 2-in-1, then the Asus ZenBook 13 OLED UM325UA is a superb selection. It's inside a few hundred {dollars} of the IdeaPad Flex 5i, however it presents significantly better efficiency, a beautiful and color-accurate OLED show, and a 1TB PCIe SSD. In case your funds can deal with it, then the ZenBook 13 ought to be in your checklist.
One other 2-in-1 to think about is the HP Envy x360 13. It's additionally an AMD machine and a lot sooner, and it has a significantly better show. It's additionally a bit costlier, however it's value the additional money.
How lengthy will it final?
The IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 presents strong building that ought to evoke confidence in years of service. Its parts are updated, if not the quickest, so it ought to hold you productive for simply as lengthy. You gained't just like the industry-standard one-year guarantee.
Do you have to purchase it?
No. Take away the efficiency of the AMD processor from its predecessor and add on greater than $100 to the worth, and the IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 isn't a lot of a cut price.
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UNTOLD: THE STORIES BEHIND THE PHOTOGRAPHS by Steve McCurry
Steve McCurry's iconic images have made him one of the world's most popular photographers working today. Now, for the first time, he shares the stories behind stunning images taken from around the world throughout his extensive career.
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Green as far as the eye can see, vastness, relaxation. If you are driving across the narrow lane to Horkheim Horse Farm, take a deep breath first. It's cozy here.
Riding stable operator Ralf Klenk is the landlord of the brand new house for the children
In this idyll, the Diakonische Jugendhilfe Region Heilbronn (DJHN) wants to offer six girls between the ages of six and twelve a temporary home. Contractor and horse farm operator Ralf Klenk is the landlord of the new house, which is tailored to the children's needs. They have to stay here for one to two years.
There is a therapy dog and a therapy horse for support
It is conceivable that later boys will join, according to those responsible. Children who are motor or, above all, mentally handicapped, who have difficulty concentrating or trauma, or who have crawled so much into their snail shells under Corona that they can no longer go to school, get help here. From five employees so far plus animal support from a therapy dog and a therapy horse. As a starting point, the residents have to go to primary schools.
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There is no similar facility in the whole of Baden-Württemberg
"Creating a group like this at a riding school is an opportunity that you might get once every 100 years," says Markus Schnizler, CEO of DJHN, one of the largest sponsors in this area in the region. There is no similar facility in the whole of Baden-Württemberg.
The children strengthen their self-esteem while riding
The animals are integrated into everyday life. "The horse is groomed and fed, and curative riding lessons are also part of the concept," says Manuela Kopf, head of the department for help in the education sector. The children tie the knot and increase their self-esteem while riding the big animal.
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Children leave emotions to an animal
Anja Greilinger's little habits Theo is currently training as a therapy dog. "Maybe the girls are reading something to Theo, they can take him for walks or practice tricks," says the housing group's team leader. "Sometimes it's easier for children to take care of an animal and entrust them with problems than to open up to an adult."
Seats should be offered throughout Germany
The girls come through the youth office. Important sources of inspiration that children need help with are also paediatricians, schools or day care centers. The goal is to offer the places throughout Germany.
The need right now is huge
There are already a few inquiries, Schnizler says. But as long as the performance agreement has not yet been finalized, the youth welfare offices cannot admit children. The housing group will soon start with three children, and gradually more girls will join. As an expert, he knows: "We have a huge need at the moment." Studies, also in regional day care institutions, have shown that 25 to 50 percent of children have behavioral problems and have increased support needs. There are six children's rooms with views of nature plus a guest room and two parents' apartments in the new building. Two girls have to share a bathroom.
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The family should get out of the quarrel and the negative thought spiral
The goal is to bring the families back together. "Some parents used to think, 'Here's my child, please take care of it, and I'll take it home again." In Horkheim, on the other hand, father and mother can move into the apartments at the weekend. "We want to strengthen their parenting skills, practice situations, also with video recordings," says Manuela Kopf. "The most important thing is to learn to love again." Getting out of the quarrel and the negative thought spiral that does not succeed. Again to see the positive in the child or in the parents. "It certainly affects both sides."
It's the staff
Diakonische Jugendhilfe Region Heilbronn (DJHN) based in Eppingen has 600 employees in the region. It operates 27 stationary and semi-stationary housing groups in the town and district of Heilbronn, five of which are day groups with eight seats each in the Eppingen-Kleingartach. "In the last 60 years, there have probably not been as long waiting lists as there are now," says CEO Markus Schnizler. "We could open new groups, but we can not find the staff at all." The system is at the limit of its capacity, "maybe a little bit over".


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Hi Butterfly
Yes what you're feeling is all perfectly normal. I don't think I bothered getting dressed for a few days!! It was just too much of an effort. Take it easy for a few days and you're gradually feel back to your self.
Morning ladies.
Treatment yesterday was ok, lovely nurse talked me through each drug as it went in and explained, extremely accurately, how I would feel! Steroid kept me on a high until 8pm when my head started aching. Went to bed early but didn't sleep very well. Good to know that's normal 😊
Feeling a bit weird today, again good to know I'm not alone, but haven't actually felt sick which was my main concern, so I'm pleased the drugs are working. Trying to be kind to myself, and taking it easy. Can't remember the last time I wasn't dressed by midday, but got a good excuse now!
I've read elsewhere that someone refers to this journey as a triathlon, which in my case is chemo, surgery, radio. I like the analogy and that it's a reflection of the different stages. Each one bloody awful and hard work in their own way. We will all deserve a medal at the end 👍
Hope everyone else is managing ok, and getting the support they need. Thank you for all your posts, it is hugely reassuring. Xx
Hi Fairy and welcome to the thread. There are quite a few ladies on here that have now started chemo and I hope you can all support each other through it. Please ask if you have any concerns or worries.
Sue xx
Morning Ladies
I hope everyone is fine today?
Butterfly how are doing after yesterday?
Good luck to Sue and Helen today. You will be fine x
And welcome Claire. We hope to support you along the way. I had that same reaction to the drugs. It did improve during each cycle. Also, I found it difficult to sleep for few days, but that's the steroids, so that will improve in a day or two. Keep taking the anti sickness as well for a few days and that will also improve.
Do you have any help with the children this week? You may need it!!
Best wishes
Sue xx
Thanks Sue.
Shopping done, washing done, collected bits and pieces together that I might want by me. Taken first anti nausea pill, so it's feeling real now! Not long until I leave, will let you know how it goes. Xx
That's great Helen. So pleased you feel more confident with the wigs. And you sound quite positive too.
Good to get organised as you may need to take things easy for a few days. Stock up the food cupboards ( including chocolate! although strangely I had a craving for sausage sandwiches!!) and sort out the washing. Then sit back and let others look after you.
Best of luck for tomorrow.
Sue xx
Good morning!
Am overwhelmed with the supportive and helpful comments on here, thanks all.
Well I went kicking and screaming to my wig appointment yesterday with my best friend and hubby, ready to cry throughout. It was fantastic! Heather, the consultant wears wigs for 'fun' so it was a great icebreaker when she showed me proof that it was indeed a wig! I was totally at ease and genuinely feel the wig I've chosen is a great match to my actual style and colour and can really see myself using it whereas yesterday I thought I'd buy one and leave it in the box...so much so that I'm considering not bothering with the cold cap tomorrow. I really didn't expect it to be a pleasant experience but I feel totally different about wearing a wig now, before yesterday I was only looking at headscarves. I took some scarves with me and the ladies showed me how to tie them so that was really useful too.
Well Sue58, we dive into the chemo together tomorrow then. Today I made a list for my 'chemo rescue kit' so am making a trip to Boots is this afternoon so that I've got everything I need to make things easier. There'll be plenty of room for chocolate in the box too!
Good luck Sue58, speak tomorrow.
Morning ladies
Hope you're all doing OK?
Best of luck to Butterfly today. I'm sure you will be fine and let us know how you get on.
Sue xx
Hugs to all the August ladies. Strength in numbers 😊 Xx
Hi Ladies
Sib - I hope your mouth is getting easier now, that sounds uncomfortable but looks like you've had some good advice.
Ali - I hope you're going on OK and are feeling well after resting. I'm doing OK, I keep feeling like I've got lots more energy and then the fatigue hits you. You just have to go with it, don't you? Most of my nausea has gone now but I'm still quite fuzzy and headachy. I've been able to do a couple of short walks and it's good to get out in the fresh air for a bit. And I've manged my daily injections now, although they did say you don't have to if you don't want to – I just didn't want the tie of the District Nurses coming in every day.
Well done Ali for choosing your wig - it's a hard decision, isn't it? I found going for my wig-fitting quite overwhelming with over 200 wigs there, some very scary! Decided in the end with mine to stay longish and blond as I am now, need to feel sort of similar to how I am now. At least it's one thing I can still be in control of... Also decided to have all my own hair cut off soon which'll be hard to do, but I'm sure it'll be more manageable than having long hair falling out – and even though I'm trying the cold cap I'm sure I'll still lose a fair amount.
Hello Helenp, Butterfly, Soworridl and Sue58 - I hope we can all support and help each other along the way as we all go through this right now. This time last week I found the thought of starting chemotheraphy very surreal and daunting but the reality, so far for me anyway, hasn't been as bad as I thought - although it's still early days as I only had my first treatment on Saturday. It's the fear of the unknown that's hard. I left the hospital afterwards much calmer than I had gone in, knowing I'd got through the first session and with more of an idea what to expect next time. The Chemo nurses are so reassuring and experienced and they help you cope with it all.
I hope your treatment has gone OK today Soworridl. And good luck for Thursday, Butterfly and Helenp and Sue58 for Friday. Let us know how it goes for you all.
Hope the cold cap goes OK, Helenp – I found it bearable after I got through the first half hour, but was pleased I took in a fleece blanket to wrap up in as the rest of your body feels so cold as well…
Hi Sowirrid, I had EC too. It is very worrying when you don't know much about it. I found the procedure itself painless. The nurses were very kind and very experienced . I had excellent anti nausea medicine called Emend, and would definitely recommend that. The steroids get you a bit hyper, but don't last for long. The side effects vary. I didn't like being so sleepy all the time, and there is a chemical fuzziness similar to being drunk, but who hasn't been drunk? The plus side is I got out of all housework! I know it's hard, but what is the alternatives? I've got four beautiful grandchildren and I want to see them grow up if I can. You will be very well looked after with loads of medicine to help you cope . I'm wishing you all the very best. 🍀 X
Thank you Sue x
Thank you Ali x
Hi butterfly and also welcome!
I hope we can all help and support each other along the way.
Hair loss is definitely a difficult side effect, that's for sure. Preparation does help, whether that's organising a wig, buying scarves or getting hair cut short. Take control as much as possible. I know everyone says this, but it will grow back. I opted for scarves, and after 4 months of completing chemo, I was able to throw those scarves away!
Good luck for Thursday and , again, I'll try and help where I can.
Sue xx
Hi Helen and welcome to the forum.
I hope that I, and the ladies on here, can help and support you as much as possible.
I'm sorry that I don't have any knowledge on triple negative BC, but there is a thread on here that specifically deals with that.
The thought of chemo is far worse than reality. You will be able to do this, just cope with one day at a time.
Hair loss starts about 3 weeks after chemo begins. I had various scarves ( wigs just weren't for me) which are a good idea just because they can contain the mess!
In terms of finances, I think Macmillan are really good with that, so take a look on their website. Again, there is a thread specifically on here that deals with that.
Best wishes for Friday and please ask if you have any other questions .
Sue xx
Hi ladies, I too am starting this week, doctor tomorrow, 1st chemo Thursday. It's all getting a bit close now!
I have 4 rounds of EC then 4 rounds of Docetaxel with Trastuzumab and Pertuzumab, before surgery and radiotherapy. ER, PR, HER2 positive hence the long list of drugs.
Had to cancel a trip to NY sadly, but I'll get there again once all this is over.
I too was sceptical about a wig, and decided I would just stay indoors for the duration, but have to admit I was pleasantly surprised on Monday once I had had my appointment. Some looked awful 😂 but there was one that actually didn't look too bad. It's weird because we don't spend all our time looking at ourselves in the mirror, it's more how others will view us and so I took my mum for support which really helped. Making the decision to order one, made me feel so much better last night, that I had taken control of a situation that has been completely out of my control so far.
Thank you all for sharing your stories, it's great to know I'm not doing this on my own.
Hi there August ladies, this is my first post and having spent half an hour reading your posts I'm already feeling less anxious, so thank you!
Am starting FEC chemo on Friday, and am seeing my oncologist tomorrow for bloods beforehand. Had a lumpectomy in June with no nodes involved. I have triple negattive BC, found during a routine mammogram as I'm 50m this year and was sent an appointment to attend the Breast Test Wales clinic - thank goodness for routine screening eh?! They told me only 70% of women attend their appointments, thank goodness I did!
I got to go on hols before treatment starts and got back on Sunday, and boy has the reality hit me since then. Have been in tears for two days on and off. Have a wig appointment tomorrow even though I don't think I'll want to be seen wearing it, hubby has been amazing and is convinced I'll feel differently when I see how good they are, here's hoping.
Am pretty down about it all really, I'm a primary school teacher and when diagnosed was in the middle of job interviews for September as my current position was ending in July. Now I find myself without a job. Such bad timing!! Does anyone know if I can claim some kind of sick benefit for the duration of my treatment? I prob won't be able to look for work until after radiotherapy in January/February.
It's great to be part of this forum, you're such a supportive bunch. xx
Hi Ali
You will feel tired for the first week so take it slowly. You are already doing far more than I achieved.... I didn't leave the house for a week!
I found once I'd finished those injections, I was ready to get back to normal xx
Hi Sib, dipping in from May thread. I avoided mouth ulcers and oral thrush , and I think it was because I took 1 teaspoon Manuka honey every day. I used 15+ and over which isn't cheap! My dentist advised me to use a child's toothbrush as they are softer, and I used aloe Vera toothpaste. She also had no objection to me continuing to use Corsydyl mouthwash so long as I didn't have ulcers. You might have already tried these?
Re gsf injections, I'm a real wuss with needles, and when I tried to do my own apparently I nearly passed out! The community nurses were great and came every day, but it is tying as they didn't come until lunchtime. The hospital organised the CN as they wanted to be sure it was administered properly and all the gunk went in. I admire anyone doing their own. My CN advised walking to combat the niggly pains after the injection, and it did work for me. X
Also re. injections....you can ask the community nurse to do them for you ( although mine were not very keen! ) or if you are able, the nurses at your surgery will be able to help.
Morning ladies
Sib , I found the nasty taste in mouth only lasted a few days. So hopefully this will go very soon.
Hi Ladies
My first Chemo on Saturday went well thanks. 1 EC-T down, 5 more to go! Just so glad to get the first one out of the way and have a better idea what to expect the next time. The Chemo nurses were brilliant and so reassuring. I managed to tolerate the cold cap OK, even though it was -3 degrees, my head seemed to go numb after a time! No idea if it'll have any effect though and it does add a couple of hours to the treatment.
Had a bit of a rough time since, quite nauseous, dizzy and headachy - I've just been resting and taking it very easily, taking all the anti-sickness drugs and drinking plenty of water. Felt much better today, fuzzy as you described it, Sib and Ali. A bit of surprise about the daily white blood cells injections, had the District Nurse out yesterday to teach me and eventually mastered it - another little hurdle to overcome in this new world we've found ourselves in.
Sib and Ali, you both sound like you're doing really well, hope that's continuing today. Can't believe you're both up and about, well done! You've spurred me on to hopefully do that tomorrow! It's really good to talk to other people who are going through this at the same time, so we can support each other, although I'm sure we'll all have some differences along the way...
And thanks Sue, for all your supportive and helpful comments, really appreciate them. Good luck to the other ladies on the August thread who may be starting Chemo soon. xx
Hi Mary Kate
How are you doing today?
Sue xx
Hi Ali
That's great Sib! Sounds like you're back to normal. Hopefully you will now be fine until the next cycle. Xx


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