Debet, I don't think you're overreacting at all. It makes sense that you would want to talk to a doctor and get some answers. I hope you get what you need. Also, tons of ~ma for your mother.

Debet -- lots of ma~~ and peace of mind . The one thing I learned from the 60 mile walk - early detection almost always means cure. so be vigilant . That is the best you can do for yourself ( and us !)

peace to you

Debet, I don't think you're overreacting, cancer is stressful and scary no matter what type it is.

Fuck cancer indeed. I've certainly spent enough time grappling with the idea of my own mortality to think you're overreacting. If I can do anything to be supportive Debet, let me know.

Thanks, everyone. If someone could make my brain do useful things, like learn about disorders of the hand, that would be awesome. Right now, not so much.

We are staying in a little cottage in Lincolnshire for the weekend. Deep in the countryside. Here to catch up on work, but I want to go for a drive and see fields and trees soon.

DebetEsse, wishing your mother excellent treatment and a speedy recovery. And Fuck Cancer. And you're not overreacting.

I suck so much at the "what is wrong with you?" question from children. I hate hate hate it. You'd think I'd be used to it, considering how many times I've had to deal with it, but nope, still sucks.

Sorry to hear about silly kids. Though, I have to say, I prefer that question from children than adults. Everyone from professors in my department to people in my church (who haven't asked me my name yet) think it's acceptable to ask. I haven't come up with a witty answer yet.

I believe acceptable answer is "what is wrong with your face?"

That does hit about the same level of maturity.

How about, "The problem with me is Fuck You."

Debet, I would go into wild research-mode too. And I very sincerely hope that your mom's cancer stays out of the lymph nodes and that she kicks its ass.

I would never ask someone "What's wrong with you?" That's just ridiculously naif and rude. I can see a little kid asking that, but let me tell you, if M did that, we would have a quiet talk at home about it, and I would apologize profusely.

If I see someone in wheelchair or on crutches struggling with a door or books or such, I will offer to help. I have been graciously accepted and viciously rebuffed, but I don't mind.

I do the same for any level of ability person who has their metaphoric or literal hands full, and I understand that if someone has been dealing with an ability problem most of their life, they may be a bit snappish about "Get offa my lawn; I can handle this, stranger!"

I would never ask, unless I knew a person better or they brought it up, but yes, I would wonder. Because I am an info whore.

Guys, I didn't get my tat last night - sadface -- but I will be getting it this weekend. I didn't punk out, but the reason is a leetle embarrassing. I have work to do this afternoon, so I'm going to try to get in tomorrow and get it.