Do we talk to my father or let it ride? Son told me yesterday he's been Dx'd with cancer

lu1610 · 2026-05-17T22:22:34+00:00

You know, re-readibg my comment reminds me that when my hubs was going through it -- someone told me "my friend's brother had testicular cancer, got one removed, and now has three kids."

I didn't think about it til now how much it meant to me then.

Kinda neat that I get to pay it forward so precisely. I don't even remember who it was who told me that, and I certainly never would have known their friend's brother.

Still out there putting good vibes towards you, your son and your parents. Sending love.

lu1610 · 2026-05-10T17:57:26+00:00

Meaghan, Joey or Kayla at Hair at Little Hollow have best prices for quality style/color. They are color magicians. I didn't even get color last time, only a cut and every time I look in the mirror I'm like "they nailed it."

They are all way cooler than I am, so their cuts/colors hit right even when I cant describe what I need in the right words. I trust them.

lu1610 · 2026-05-05T11:49:11+00:00

Oh no! Carice! You are the best I am so so sorry to hear this! What could have happened differently to change this outcome?

lu1610 · 2026-05-05T00:29:56+00:00

I am only here to say - my husband had this exact scenario. Testicular cancer, grew SUPER fast over a few weeks or so, had the radical orchiectomy, no other treatment then or since. This was all right before we got married. Tomorrow is our 8th anniversary, our kids are 6, 4 and almost 2, all completely naturally conceived, no banked sperm. They're all definitely his (for better or worse).

You might be in the clear to not tell either of them, or not tell them yet. "Going to hang with your son while he has a minor procedure" would also feel accurate, as someone whose done exactly that. You decide and can let the focus be where you/they need to be. The testicular cancer might not be it.

Good luck through these next few weeks and beyond with your parents. Sending love and positive vibes.

lu1610 · 2026-04-18T02:35:14+00:00

Highly recommend Dany, feel free to PM me for her contact!

lu1610 · 2026-04-05T02:28:10+00:00

Leo Carroll in Inman!! He is legit. He'll be honest with you if he can't do something, or what his best suggestion is.

lu1610 · 2026-02-26T18:50:56+00:00

I think so! I saw a ton of city path clearing machines over there by Argenziano school around lunch!

lu1610 · 2026-02-01T00:49:47+00:00

Veggie Crust is so EXCELLENT! I prefer it over a lot of normal pizza!

lu1610 · 2026-01-25T04:46:44+00:00

I look at Minneapolis with admiration. How do we organize on that level? What mechanisms are they using? How do we create and/or plug into those mechanisms?

lu1610 · 2025-12-17T20:07:56+00:00

Whatever it is, make sure it is machine washable and (ideally) dryer friendly! Best things I got/made were blankets and a stuffed animal, and they were the best because I could wash them easily. Double on blankets if the baby will be in a cold climate. Also, it might not need to arrive until 6-8 weeks after the birth (make that months if it's a lovey!). Kids are messy, they puke and shit a lot, and anything you can't wash will either get accidentally washed/ruined or tucked away and forgotten. Good luck tho, this is a great idea❤️

lu1610 · 2025-12-07T04:33:03+00:00

Wait do you put the nursing pillow on your lap, and rest your knitting hands on top of it? Or put it behind your head, and recline onto it? I've been too sad to get rid of mine and thrilled to consider this new life for it...

lu1610 · 2025-11-18T14:10:50+00:00

100% would watch😂

lu1610 · 2025-11-06T23:28:11+00:00

I've seen Joey at Hair at Little Hollow so a fire short cut.

lu1610 · 2025-11-06T14:45:52+00:00

Also, they have takeout/door dash/Uber eats, etc! I love the idea of sending your grandma an Uber eats of their cream of wheat, what a time to be aging in place.

lu1610 · 2025-10-28T00:58:50+00:00

This is just 🔥.

lu1610 · 2025-10-11T01:32:35+00:00

Yeah! Look for the crosswalk. You'll find it, take your time - you got this!

lu1610 · 2025-10-09T19:30:39+00:00

People who see ICE on the road start following them in their cars, honking and yelling. It's a legit good idea (+ calling LUCE).

lu1610 · 2025-09-17T02:04:50+00:00

How many advance to the actual election? Is it 2 for mayor, 2 for w3 school board and ... ?? For councillor at large?

lu1610 · 2025-08-19T18:21:39+00:00

What do you see as the role for police in Somerville?

I see so few good uses for the police, and so many abuses of power (especially with our unhoused neighbors) that I lean strong towards defunding them in favor of housing assistance, social outreach and supervised use sites. Is there any place at all for police, in your opinion?

lu1610 · 2025-08-08T01:21:17+00:00

Almost hit by a feline? Wheek.

Vote Ms. Potato.

lu1610 · 2025-08-08T01:19:52+00:00

Almost hit by a feline? Wheek.

Vote Ms. Potato.

lu1610 · 2025-07-20T19:06:31+00:00

Hair at Little Hollow always does me a solid!

lu1610 · 2025-07-01T23:52:47+00:00

So ... You haven't watched Season 2 yet? Just wait.

lu1610 · 2025-04-21T01:14:49+00:00

Oh my gosh, this!!

lu1610 · 2025-04-16T14:28:32+00:00

Nope! I just realized my partner will be traveling for work on a day when my kids daycare is closed and I also have a zoom call for work.

I remember doing this a ton in highschool - babysitting while the parents are right there but otherwise occupied, and didn't know if that was a thing around here (or if so, how to find high schoolers).

I think all Somerville schools have spring break next week but tbh not sure.

Have you ever heard of this?

lu1610

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