Over the last few weeks I have been in a bit of grump, nothing major, but a general feeling of lethargy seems to have settled over me. I just cannot be bothered to put to much effort in to doing stuff, and when I do there seems to be a big sigh attached to it … More Finding Motivation isn’t always easy
I am happy to report that health wise these last few weeks have been pretty uneventful. Socially it has been quite busy, but those of you who know me wont find that much of a surprise!! The fatigue continues to persist and I have been getting quite a few low level headaches, as well as … More A Welcome Period of Calm
This blog starts with my birthday, it was my second as a Net cancer patient, and also marked the halfway stage between 50 & 60! I had a lovely day, it was quiet, but I got lots of lovely presents, including a set of zebra cups on a tray which are a limited edition. I … More Getting back in my jeans
Happy New Year everybody, I hope that you all enjoyed the festive season. It wasn’t my intention to leave such a big gap between blogs, but it has been a few weeks of ups and downs, and time sort of got away with itself making it difficult to sit down and apply myself. So please … More Happy and Sad Times
The listlessness still prevails, but thankfully worrying about my results although unavoidable, was a waste of energy, and to be honest I was being a real pain in the backside for a good few days before (unfortunately for Ade). This was mostly due to my bad run episodes in November, so I had convinced myself … More Trying to get into the Christmas Spirit
Well it has definitely been a listless few weeks, sleep is still very hit and miss, mostly misses, in that I am experiencing a lot of it broken sleep. I am not to sure if my unconscious mind is playing games with me but it is definitely hard to switch it off. I wonder if it … More Not quite feeling a 100%
The last few weeks has very definitely been about friendship, and I am very lucky with mine. It all started with a lunch in Telford with my partner in crime from work, Teresa. Although I am a regular visitor to see my old work colleagues, its not often that we get some time to ourselves. … More Friendship is precious
Last September I saw a personal trainer at the gym in attempt to find a form of exercise I could do to supplement my walking and swimming, that would not upset my guts. We had a quite in-depth discussion where I did my best to explain my problems and what my limitations were. After which I … More Sometimes it’s just a matter of confidence
We all love a holiday, and we have just come back from one of the best holidays, ever. After the majority of August being wiped out I was looking forward to some fun, good company, food and a few glasses of wine. So on Friday 26th August we packed up the car, put the bikes … More Holidays and Energy
Following on from my last blog, my hope of things improving quickly didn’t really materialise. Although the Christie and myself were in agreement that it was probably the antibiotics that had helped to screw things up. So as there seemed to be no let up in my symptoms, arrangements were made for me to go in … More Not quite as in control as I think…
Well I wasn’t expecting that. After my last blog I finished my third set of anitibiotics and within a day embarked on my fourth lot after a visit to the GP. She also checked my records and it turns out that this was my fourth urine infection since April, so decided to send me for a renal scan … More Knocked for Six
This time last year I officially became a blogger, never saw that coming, then again I never expected to be living with a rare cancer diagnosis either. Thankfully though I am in a lot better place now than I was this time last year, and all things considered it hasn’t been too bad a year. … More Life in the Fast Lane
Hard to believe where the time has gone, but on the 22nd June 2015 we received my diagnosis. That is definitely one day I will never forget, the feelings of shock and disbelief, but also the relief that there was a valid reason for the way I have felt for years. It wasn’t all in my … More The First Anniversary of my Diagnosis
It’s been a busy and interesting month, starting with us finally getting the decorator booked to do the hall, stairs, landing and downstairs loo. Had to change our ideas about a few things, and I still can’t find a wallpaper that we both agree on!! There is so much on offer out there, but boy … More Everyday Life and making new friends
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