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Pamela thread 3 - Bile Duct Cancer, off to London!

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WilsonMilson · 05/07/2023 22:51

Just starting a new thread.

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HaveYouHeardOfARoadAtlas · 07/07/2023 12:12

Am thinking of you today and loads of positive thoughts that it goes well and is a success.

I think your mum and Jacob should come over, can they stay at your friends house?

TheNinthLock · 07/07/2023 12:22

Happy birthday Pamela. In my thoughts ❤️

TrueScrumptious · 07/07/2023 12:22

Wishing you happy birthday and a successful drain today. Here’s a sunflower, with bee, from my garden.

Pamela thread 3 - Bile Duct Cancer, off to London!
WilsonMilson · 07/07/2023 12:29

This made my morning from Jacob. Yes, I tried to put on a bit of make up for surgery - can’t possibly let the side down altogether. Sorry for the luminous eyes, although they don’t look as bad in the pic as they do in real life.

Getting really nervous now. Feel sweaty and a bit lightheaded - have told them that though. I hope they give me all the morphine and painkillers I need.

Just praying it works. Think mum and Jacob will come on Monday. Mum’s mobility is not fantastic, so need to plan the logistics of her getting about London, but they can stay with my lovely friend so no worries there. The weekend might be a bit hairy for me and not sure they need to see all of it. FaceTime is a real blessing that way as you can hide the worst bits. If things go bad then of course we will accelerate.

Pamela thread 3 - Bile Duct Cancer, off to London!
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SquirrelSoShiny · 07/07/2023 12:32

We are cheering you on and you look beautiful! X

EarringsandLipstick · 07/07/2023 12:33

Such a beautiful photo and lovely to see how happy Jacob's card has made you. You are such a happy family, I can see. Wishing you every luck possible today. I'm glad this thread has helped you in the midst of the darkest of times.

StartupRepair · 07/07/2023 12:33

What a lovely boy you have raised. Happy birthday. Hoping for the best outcome from today for you.

moggiek · 07/07/2023 12:34

Echoing above. You really are beautiful, despite all the rubbish going on. Hoping that it all goes well.

watermeloncougar · 07/07/2023 12:35

Wow, you are fabulous and have a wonderful family too.
Of course you're nervous, this is a massive thing but remember you're in the hands of the top medics who'll look after you and do right by you. And the power of lots of positive energy behind you too.

Enforceddrysummer · 07/07/2023 12:36

Wow! You look amazing birthday girl! When I was luminous yellow waiting for a stent, I was lying on my side with a sick bowl. Makeup was the last thing I could think about. You are a super hero xxx

OhFFS! · 07/07/2023 12:36

Lovely card. It's normal to feel nervous before any surgery. I had to get a prescription for diazepam before my last visit as I was so nervous. They will be used to that. They will all be taking care of you. X

roseyposey09 · 07/07/2023 12:37

Beautiful and courageous beyond words. Sending all the birthday love, hope and strength to you today xx

Iloveringos · 07/07/2023 12:38

Beautiful photo and what a lovely card from Jacob xx

Thereoughttobeclowns · 07/07/2023 12:38

You look amazing! How lovely of your son. Praying the procedure goes well.

Allwelcone · 07/07/2023 12:42

What a lovely boy you have! Sending lots of good birthday wishes your way xx

petuniasandpetals · 07/07/2023 12:47

Happy birthday. You are definitely the most glamorous patient 💗

PollyAmour · 07/07/2023 12:50

Hope you have a really positive day, sending heaps of love and healing vibes

Pamela thread 3 - Bile Duct Cancer, off to London!
marmaladeslade · 07/07/2023 12:50

This can't help but make you smile

Pamela thread 3 - Bile Duct Cancer, off to London!
Spybot · 07/07/2023 12:52

Happy Birthday Pamela. A massive well done for getting to London and for getting the care you need. I hope the procedure goes great today and it gives you some respite from it all. I am in the Southern US and will be thinking of you as I go about my day today. 🌹🌸💐

marmaladeslade · 07/07/2023 12:52

You look FAB. And go JACOB!

KeziaOAP · 07/07/2023 12:55

Happy Birthday Flowers.

Beautiful picture of you with Jacob's lovely card.

Blogswife · 07/07/2023 12:58

Happy birthday, how amazing you are- looking so gorgeous whilst in hospital waiting for surgery 😂 !
Wishing you the very best of luck - we are all rooting for you 💕 xx

userxx · 07/07/2023 13:08

Not many people can pull off the hospital chic look.... you really can!

Happy birthday x

huntingcunting · 07/07/2023 13:09

Happy birthday Pamela and good luck for the surgery.

Orangebadger · 07/07/2023 13:10

Happy birthday beautiful lady 💐💐💐🌹🌻

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