Having family and friends who work in the hospital world, I had heard it said that general medical wards are interesting places. I was about to find out just how true that was - just how interesting a place they can be. I was being moved there because I no longer needed to be on … Continue reading Life On A General Ward: Part One
Author: Pete Hewlett
Husband - Father - Son - Encourager - Joy Bringer - Jesus Follower - Infective Endocarditis Survivor - Singer - Writer - Avid Mini Golfer - Lifelong Learner
Eating (and other things) With Your Eyes Closed
Now I've apologised for leaving such a long gap between posts, we can move on with the journey. As we begin this next section I'd just like to say again, please do ask questions and make comments if you'd like to. And if you know of anyone who would be encouraged or helped by reading … Continue reading Eating (and other things) With Your Eyes Closed
We’re Here Again!
I really haven't done a particularly good job at writing more regularly. It's been more than a year since my last post, in which I declared so confidently that I would post more frequently. I've also just reread it. Wow! I left it on quite the cliff-hanger. Sorry about that. I could say it was … Continue reading We’re Here Again!
The Scar of Sirens
Apologies for the delay. Well, if you're reading this at a future date it won't make a difference. So sorry to all those who have been reading these posts as I write them. The truth is, I'm doing really well at the moment. Married life is lots of fun, I have landed a new job … Continue reading The Scar of Sirens
“Good Morning Peter, It’s time to sit in the chair”
The 30th April will always be a memorable day for me. In 2018, it was the day I left St Georges, just five days after having open heart surgery. It still baffles me that they let me leave so soon after they had cut my sternum in two, stopped my heart and sliced it open! … Continue reading “Good Morning Peter, It’s time to sit in the chair”
Waiting with hope
Thank you for waiting. In life, waiting is one of the hardest things we have to do. Be it frustratingly standing in line to pay for the weekly shop, or excitedly anticipating the arrival of the delivery driver, who you know is bringing you a gift from a loved one. Whether you're travelling towards something … Continue reading Waiting with hope
The Eye of The Storm: Better but Broken
In two weeks time, I get married to the beautiful Miriam. It's almost surreal. Proposing from my hospital bed seems like a lifetime ago. I mention this mainly to explain why my blog writing has slowed a little. In all honesty, you probably shouldn't expect much between now and when we return from honeymoon in … Continue reading The Eye of The Storm: Better but Broken
Memories of St Georges: Part One
I had spent four weeks at St Georges, and leaving, despite the initial fear, was incredible. Now, on the whole, I wouldn't describe a long-term stay in hospital as fun. Sure, you get breakfast (and lunch and dinner!) in bed and relaxing is positively encouraged. You even get a hot drinks service a few times … Continue reading Memories of St Georges: Part One
Can I Really Go Home?
Two days ago I went to St Georges for a follow-up appointment with my cardiologist. I was hoping that she would say I could stop taking my drugs. Well, I was mainly hoping that I would be able to stop taking one in particular - Furosemide. Furosemide is a diuretic. A pretty fast acting one … Continue reading Can I Really Go Home?
I Shouldn’t Have Looked!
It wasn't looking good at the end of my last post and I apologise for leaving such a large gap between then and now. I'm aware that some of you don't know me. Perhaps a friend recommended this blog to you, or maybe you have stumbled across it randomly. Regardless of how you got here, … Continue reading I Shouldn’t Have Looked!
A Journey Of The Heart 