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Posted by Casablanca on February 28, 2007 at 11:53:14:I am planning on going with a co-worker to Portland to attend a bc symposium. My friend had already booked a room for two, prior to my deciding to go, but she hadn't found anyone yet to share. So I was going to share the hotel room with her. A day later I started to get anxious about sharing the room. I remembered past experiences where the TV was on until the lights went out, the room heated, etc., all things that are not good for me. Plus I am a really private person, I need quiet time, I need to meditate, etc. and I don't want to be disturbed in any way. I thought about it a little and decided that I had to get my own room. This way I have a better chance of getting some rest and can enjoy the experience.
The next day I talked to my friend and she seemed ok with it. I felt bad for her though and hoped she wouldn't feel rejected. My usual modus operandi is to save the other person's feelings and go along with whatever, even if it means I am not going to sleep, etc. But this is changing and I feel really good that I took action right away.
Of course, she knows about my sleep problems, but she herself is a good sleeper and I think it is really hard for others to understand how hard it is. So this is just a little success story.
I had my sixth chemo yesterday and I knew that the night would probably be difficult because of the drugs they give along with it. So I just took a minimum of my usual sleep meds and went to bed with the acceptance that I might not get much sleep. I did get 1-1/2 hrs around midnight and then woke up and was awake for a long time. I watched some TV and then went back to bed early morning. To my surprise I was able to sleep another 1-1/2 hrs or so. So I am moving right along. But I do feel tired and out of it--but in good spirits.
I decided I am going to buy this wonderful bed when I get back from my short trip, plus all the trimmings. Even if it helps a little, it will be wonderful. I heard from several sources that I should make my bedroom the most inviting in the house, with the best mattress, pillows, covers, etc. I will report on the results.
6 chemos done, 2 to go. I am hanging in there. Casablanca
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