https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:25:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1044508 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 03:36:07 +0000 velvetychocolate 1044508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great story Diana - thank you so much for sharing it. I'll send it to my Mom as well, so she can read it at her leisure. </p> <p>Thanks again everyone. Right now - it's just waiting. Next appt.is with an oncologist next Wednesday. We don't really know yet what the treatment plan is until we see the oncologist. So, five more days until we find out what's next. </p> <p>Hopefully we can find her some lace-up boots in the meantime </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1042935 Wed, 02 Oct 2013 04:30:40 +0000 DonnaF 1042935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't had much computer/internet access (no smart phone) for the past 1.5 weeks so just saw this.&nbsp; I'm sure your mom could get great lace-up boot recs here if she just asks!&nbsp; Narrow foot?&nbsp; Wide foot?&nbsp; Color?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1042746 Tue, 01 Oct 2013 23:07:27 +0000 nancylee 1042746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry about all this. &nbsp;You are being an excellent support for your mom as she deals with this, and I'm sure she really appreciates it.</p> <p>And yes to the boots! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1042382 Tue, 01 Oct 2013 16:16:11 +0000 Diana 1042382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the update.&nbsp; I'm glad to hear everyone is keeping their chin up, and I think your mom deserves the best pair of laceup boots you can find!</p> <p>Also, I don't know if you've been reading the YLF blog at all, so I'm going to leave my link from last week's link love here.&nbsp; It's a story about how a thrifted coat brought together a group of women fighting against cancer.&nbsp; I think both you and your mom might enjoy it.<br /><a href="http://www.boston.com/2013/09/16/cancer/0TENNKC6iEtlD8I3KhkEYP/singlepage.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.boston.com/2013/09/.....epage.html</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1041746 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 16:18:33 +0000 merwoman 1041746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So great to hear form you VC - you must feel so much better being with your mom and supporting her.<br />Now get those lace ups&nbsp;and give "c" the boot! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well/page/2#post-1041626 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 12:19:58 +0000 Eliza 1041626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the update. &nbsp;Glad that rainy drive is over.</p> <p>It is funny how the big stuff makes us cherish the little stuff. &nbsp;Great that your Mom is coveting boots and snuggling two dogs.&nbsp;</p> <p>Best with everything. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1041577 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 05:35:43 +0000 MsMary 1041577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that she wants boots!&nbsp; That's the spirit!!&nbsp; Please give her a big hug for me!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1041566 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 04:44:55 +0000 velvetychocolate 1041566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much everyone - made it in one piece yesterday afternoon around 2'ish pm. Woke up way early (bit of tossing and turning) in a cheesy motel yesterday morning and when it looked like it was 5 am, figured I should get up and get on the road, owing to the rainstorm. Was dressed and ready to go an hour later, but hadn't accounted for the time change, so I was up at 4 am Pacific. :)</p> <p>Rain was ridiculous - especially through Snoqualmie Pass. Eased up a bit through Seattle, then got weird (very weird - couldn't see a thing on Hwy 1 at all) again in Vancouver. </p> <p>Nice dinner last night with my parents, then a bit of a gathering at lunch today -&nbsp; 8 of us out for brunch. Just White Spot - easy and casual. </p> <p>Stepdad made an amazingly healthy dinner tonight. Pan fried sole prepared with butter, lemon &amp; cilantro - along with grilled zucchini, mushrooms (shitake I think - because he's read somewhere that shitake and crimini mushrooms are supposed to be 'better' than regular mushrooms), onions, along with yet *another* pile of veggies - roasted broccoli and cauliflower. This is hard on my stepdad, and it seems that making healthy and delicious meals is a way for him to feel like he can do something.</p> <p>Long day at the hospital tomorrow - so my DH will take care of dinner for tomorrow night. Have to be there at like 830 am (they have to do all this prep work, plus inject some sort of dye and so on), surgery at 1:30pm. I'm going with mom to hospital at 8'ish, and will stay all day for all the goings-on. </p> <p>Tomorrow is all about finding out if this thing has spread to the lymph nodes. It's what they call a sentinel lymph node biopsy, but there's also a notation this may involve something called "axillary node dissection" as well. I suppose that depends on what they find in the couple of nodes they'll look at as part of the sentinel lymph node biopsy. </p> <p>Something silly?</p> <p>Mom wants lace-up boots. Forget this cancer stuff...</p> <p>Ugly day tomorrow, and she's saying she wants new boots. Laughing here - because I'm glad there is something that can distract and be a bit fun in the midst of this. </p> <p>Difficult times, but apparently now we need to look for lace-up ankle boots for fall/winter while this is all going on. </p> <p>Thanks <i>so much</i> for your support - and I especially appreciate hearing how important it is to have positive people around (thank you Classically Casual).&nbsp; Everyone's scared, but no one is as scared as my Mom. No, she doesn't say this, because she's always concerned about everyone else. Time for us to be strong for her and I will do my best to keep the good stuff happening. </p> <p>Best things about today? Mom sitting on the couch - with Mickey (her pudgy black pug) leaning on one side of her and Gus (my oversized black lab) leaning on her other side. They were both snuggled up next to her, wagging and carrying on. Second best? Mom wanting stylish boots. </p> <p>Somehow, it made me happy that there are doggies and stylish boots to take some of the edge off things. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1041502 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 01:54:57 +0000 cheryl 1041502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending good thoughts and prayers for all of you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1041477 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 00:34:53 +0000 merwoman 1041477@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep positive VC! It's one step at a time, and I'm sure your mom will feel so much stronger with you there. Hugs to you both. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040751 Sat, 28 Sep 2013 16:00:44 +0000 TraceyLiz65 1040751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So great that you can head out and go be with her!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040654 Sat, 28 Sep 2013 09:46:57 +0000 Anonymous 1040654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So very sorry about your mum VC. Sending hugs and good vibes and I hope you can stay strong to help your mum. Hope you had a safe journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040386 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 20:55:42 +0000 donnat 1040386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am sad yo hear your update. Be strong for mom. Give Gus lots of hugs to help relieve your own stress level. Pets are awsome @ obsorbing stress. Ylf is also good for that. Sending the positive vibes to you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040311 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:13:20 +0000 Anonymous 1040311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sorry, VC. &nbsp;I'm sure you will be a great comfort to your mother. &nbsp;And Gus can do a little pet therapy. &nbsp;Take care. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040310 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:09:59 +0000 Ornella 1040310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>VC, all the best. This is tough.&nbsp;I think you're probably driving as I type, so I wish you a safe trip. And remember to&nbsp;take good care of yourself, only that way you can be the best support to your mum.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040273 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 18:06:12 +0000 Eliza 1040273@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>VC- Sorry to hear this news. &nbsp;Sending good thoughts to you and your mother. &nbsp;She is blessed with your support and availability. &nbsp;It is&nbsp;good that you can be together. &nbsp;Smooth travels and remember to care for yourself as well. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040131 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 16:06:59 +0000 Diana 1040131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's setback, but I'm glad you will be there for her and I know together you will be able to deal with the new course of treatment and recovery.&nbsp; Thinking of you both, and like everyone else says, stay strong! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040117 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 15:46:34 +0000 Classically Casual 1040117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so sorry for your mom's setback.&nbsp; That's tough when one has to suddenly change directions.</p> <p>I don't know your mom, so I can only share what helped me: <ul> <li>someone to take notes during the critical appointments. It's really helpful to have them to refer to later as questions arise</li> <li>only associations with positive, supportive, upbeat people</li> </ul> <ul> <li>keep life as normal as possible &amp; practice every good health habit one knows</li> </ul> There's a big storm coming through, so please drive safely.&nbsp; My walking buddy was dxed with aggressive breast ca a year before me.&nbsp; She had a mastectomy, chemo &amp; radiation.&nbsp; She's been good as new for some time now, and we hardly ever missed a walk.</p> <p>Best to you &amp; your mom!!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040054 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 14:09:51 +0000 texstyle 1040054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a let down this must have been, but strength and optimism can surely help pull her through. She is so very lucky to have you. Hugs to you and prayers for your mom's healing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040051 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 14:07:57 +0000 texstyle 1040051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a let down this must have been, but strength and optimism can surely help pull her through. She is so very lucky to have you. Hugs to you and prayers for your mom's healing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1040002 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 12:43:04 +0000 Glory 1040002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh VC I am so sorry about this news. Big hugs to you and positive thoughts to you, your mom and whole family. Thank goodness you can be with her to help her through the surgery&nbsp;- that is wonderful.&nbsp;<br />We are here for you! Drive safely.<br />xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039991 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 12:30:42 +0000 Janet 1039991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending big hugs and positive healing thoughts. I'm glad you're able to be there with her, and that Gus can go with you. Safe travels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039970 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 12:21:42 +0000 Suz 1039970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>VC, big hugs. I hope the situation improves. You are a good daughter and I &nbsp;am sure your mother must appreciate the support.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039902 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:10:39 +0000 Anonymous 1039902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry for the shock -- thinking of you, and I hope you can be of comfort to your mum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039898 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:04:52 +0000 Lyn D. 1039898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I do hope that things improve from here.<br />That must have been a shock for both of you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039881 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 07:44:59 +0000 Caro in Oz 1039881@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry for your mother - lucky to get it before it spread.&nbsp;</p> <p>Poor Gus too give him a pat from me.</p> <p>Take care of yourself &amp; it isn't silly at all, YLF is one of&nbsp;my happy places too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039865 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 06:23:56 +0000 kellygirl 1039865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending positive vibes your way. Hang in there.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039838 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 05:04:42 +0000 DeclawedJaguar 1039838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hugs, VC! I hope your presence will comfort your mom in&nbsp;this difficult time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039829 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 04:50:14 +0000 anne 1039829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thinking of you both </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/somewhat-away-as-well#post-1039809 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 04:15:31 +0000 rachylou 1039809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok. You guys take time to enjoy yourselves, ok? Remember only so much thinking ever helps. And a little fun strengthens the body. </p>