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!
Tag: joy
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
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?
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?
A Journey Of The Heart 