Evening all...
We are back after our trip to Worcester for me to attend a couple of days at the University in preparation for my new course starting this coming Monday.
I thoroughly enjoyed it. A room full of like minded people all excited about the course and training to help new parents on their parenting journey. I am now also the proud owner of a demonstration doll and pelvis in readiness for running an ante natal course.
Worcester was a lovely place to be, A and the twins came with me and they went off to see trains and parks while I sat in a big room experiencing death by Powerpoint. I didn't mind though, I was just happy to be there. The best thing though was that apart from a few of the staff and my fellow North East students no one else knew. No one knew about the cancer so I was just me, for two whole days, just me. Indeed at times I forgot. I got caught up in the talk about next year, that doesn't happen very often. I usually struggle to think past next spring so this is a good thing.
Following my stent change I think I have picked up a water infection. Quite uncomfortable and at times painful. Apparently the bladder beast and stents make these instances more likely. Toughed it out though until yesterday when I rang the doctors asking for antibiotics. I have to say, my local health care team are very good, and very quick. With a bit of luck the bugs will be given their marching orders forthwith.
My new (old) car, Bob, came back yesterday too, he was stalling every time he slowed down for lights or a roundabout. Imagine my embarrassment. Can't really hide very much in a 2CV either, especially not when the window/s fly open when you hit a pothole. Thankfully, mechanically wise he is fixed and we have been out for a few drives. I am now however having to learn how to drive all over again. Still have to contend with windows with a mind of their own though...
This week was also a big week politically amongst 'other things' the right to die bill was being debated again for the first time in a long time. It was very strange listening to this news. Particularly given the fact that this now affects me. I personally support it and did so before I was given my terminal diagnosis and feel very sad that it has been rejected again. I have given my 'end' some thought but something always makes my mind wander off the subject, what I do know though is that I do not want to linger and suffer.
On the whole a good week and one where I spent a lot of time smiling. Now just awaiting the results of today's CT scan on my head and will see Dr Oncologist Monday for a catch up.
Oh....and I have finally started stuffing Moomins ;)
