Life On A General Ward: Part One

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

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

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

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