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
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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
Coke Cans Under The Armpits
I had now been in Frimley Park Hospital for just over a week. By which time, I was experiencing serious pain in my right hip. The orthopaedic team had a bit of a problem. They needed to do a scan, which would require me to lie flat. But lying flat resulted in excruciating pain. We … Continue reading Coke Cans Under The Armpits
More Than Cheese
Let's be honest, the subject matter of my posts so far has not been particularly upbeat. For many, I've been told, reading them has been very difficult. Emotions are triggered when we read about or remember traumatic events from our past. I had to throw away a face moisturiser the other day. It was the … Continue reading More Than Cheese
Mum, Is Pete Going To Die?
Apologies for the drastic nature of the title, but it captures the anguish of those who came to visit me during those first few days. I couldn't have many visitors, but family, and a few close friends, came to see me. One moment that brought a smile to my face was when my friends Harry … Continue reading Mum, Is Pete Going To Die?
It’s Probably Just Flu…
Let's start at the very beginning. The first few days of 2018 started very similarly to this year. A most wonderful Christmas time had just been enjoyed and the new year had been ushered in with joyous anticipation. One year ago today, on Saturday 6th January, I enjoyed a day out at Tilgate Nature Centre … Continue reading It’s Probably Just Flu…
A Journey Of The Heart 