Our son and granddaughter were unable to visit today, so we have had a quiet day. As long as my weight is not falling, today is the very last day on my liquid (Peg) feed. This is a significant milestone on my road to full recovery. The Peg remains for liquids and medicines. Eventually, th-e Peg will be removed at the point I can eat, drink and take all medicines orally.
At the moment giddiness, a feeling like indigestion and swallow are my main stroke related issues.
Wednesday, 4 June 2014
Tuesday, 3 June 2014
Physio today
After my wife returns from her hair appointment and my 2 hours of Peg (stomach) liquid feed ends, we are off to Newmarket for my twice weekly physio session that should be 30 minutes long. Of late, it has taken longer for various reasons (late starting, non availability of staff, etc.). I hope the physio sessions help balance as this is my greatest issue from my stroke.
Monday, 2 June 2014
Cake
My little granddaughter was recently 3 years old. This was her cake at her recent party in her local park. She wanted a red cake with butterflies!
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| Birthday party and cake |
Stroke update
You may (or may not!) remember that Sept 2013 I was very ill and
needed an operation on my brain for a cerebellar bleed. I was discharged from
hospital Jan 3rd 2014 and have been recovering at home ever since, albeit too slowly for my liking.
Today I had to attend a neurology clinic at Addenbrookes Hospital as an out-patient. They seem very pleased with my recovery, which is good news. I may be driving again in the next few months. They have to write to the DVLA.
They are doing a further MRI scan June 30th to see if my remaining giddiness when walking/turning can be helped. In all, it was a good outcome - nothing dramatic to report. Giddiness should continue to improve given time - just be patient - as the brain learns to cope and rewires itself. I guess I was expecting to get instantly better whereas brain injuries go at their own pace! I am impatient to fully recover.
I am luckier than many. Apart from giddiness when walking/turning and profound tiredness a lot of the time (like M.E.) I have few other problems. Some are left with permanent limb paralysis or worse. As far as I am aware my intellect is pretty intact and I have all my faculties intact. I really hope to avoid any further invasive surgery.
Today I had to attend a neurology clinic at Addenbrookes Hospital as an out-patient. They seem very pleased with my recovery, which is good news. I may be driving again in the next few months. They have to write to the DVLA.
They are doing a further MRI scan June 30th to see if my remaining giddiness when walking/turning can be helped. In all, it was a good outcome - nothing dramatic to report. Giddiness should continue to improve given time - just be patient - as the brain learns to cope and rewires itself. I guess I was expecting to get instantly better whereas brain injuries go at their own pace! I am impatient to fully recover.
I am luckier than many. Apart from giddiness when walking/turning and profound tiredness a lot of the time (like M.E.) I have few other problems. Some are left with permanent limb paralysis or worse. As far as I am aware my intellect is pretty intact and I have all my faculties intact. I really hope to avoid any further invasive surgery.
Sunday, 1 June 2014
Qatar - World Cup 2022
If there is any hint of corruption in getting chosen, the FIFA vote should be re-run. No brainer. Corruption has no place in football or any other sport.
I have no evidence that corruption took place and hope it did not.
I have no evidence that corruption took place and hope it did not.
House quiet
The "London" grandchildren returned home yesterday evening, so the house is very quiet again without them . Yesterday morning (early) we found them both (3 and 6.5yrs old) quietly sitting at the foot of our bed on the carpet. They have been as good as gold, although they had to sleep apart Friday night as the little one was too excited and kept waking up here elder brother!
Yesterday we learnt that Edward (5) who lives near Canterbury, is able to ride his 2-wheeled bike without stabilisers. This is a big step for him.
Yesterday we learnt that Edward (5) who lives near Canterbury, is able to ride his 2-wheeled bike without stabilisers. This is a big step for him.
Saturday, 31 May 2014
Cambridgeshire Choral Society - concert tonight
Rutter's Magnificat, Parnell's Dew of Heaven and an organ piece played by Jonathan Lilley at St John's College chapel tonight (Sat May 31st) at 8.00pm. Tickets on the door.
In over 30 years I have only missed a couple of concerts due to ill health. They are usually good value, and of course St John College is in the middle of Cambridge. Go if you can. You will not be disappointed.
See https://sites.google.com/site/cambschoral/ .
If you enjoy singing, next autumn why not join the choir? Details on the website,above. Please mention this blog.
In over 30 years I have only missed a couple of concerts due to ill health. They are usually good value, and of course St John College is in the middle of Cambridge. Go if you can. You will not be disappointed.
See https://sites.google.com/site/cambschoral/ .
If you enjoy singing, next autumn why not join the choir? Details on the website,above. Please mention this blog.
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