Well, I've done it!! I've taken two steps towards my Big Plan.
I've emailed the Christie's volunteer co-ordinator person and offered my services. I explained why I wanted to volunteer and I'd give anything a go. Awaiting their reply.
I've also had the "off the record" chat with my boss. I explained I wouldn't be doing anything formal for a few months but wanted to make him aware. He…
When I went off work sick in April [to have radio and chemo treatment] a colleague called Gary contacted me, sent his good wishes and told me that his sister was being treated at the Christie at the same time as me. She had a young son, no more than 5 years old.
I found out today that she didn't make it.
Even though I never met her, I feel so sad. Sad that a young mum didn't make it. Sad that her young son will…
Since I was told last week that I'm in remission, I've been thinking a lot about how I can give something back to the Christie Hospital.
I'm so grateful for the care I had [and continue to receive] there - and I've reached the conclusion that I am going to go part time at work so I can volunteer at the Christie.
I don't care what I do - make tea, carry files about, show patients and visitors where to…
Yesterday I went to the Christie for the biopsy results. There are NO cancerous cells. NONE. They're doing some cross-checks to be sure, but the consultant oncologist says there's a very high chance they'll come back negative too. They remain "suspicious" of it, so I will continue in the cycle of MRI scans, biopsies, results etc - but as of yesterday, there are NO cancerous cells. I'm not totally out…
The upcoming biopsy results are on my mind.
It's 50/50 - either it's dead or it's alive.
Of course I want it to be dead. For the chemo and radio to have worked. To remain on a cycle of MRI's and results for the next few months and years. For me to be able to give good news to all the people who have supported me through this.
It's also the easy option as regards timing, too. My wedding's in November…
