Recently the lovely man in my life, excitedly gave me a present, he likes to give me gifts and these show how well he knows me. What was it you ask? Sweary socks! Yes, literally socks with swear words on them. Now those who know me know that I am a fan of the swearContinue reading “Sweary Socks”
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Train Track.
My first waffling attempts this week is on train travel. I had the pleasure and misfortune of travelling south, I regularly travel to stay with a family friend for respite breaks, yes, I take time just for myself, abandon the household and run away to rest. I recommend the same to any of you outContinue reading “Train Track.”
Weekly Waffle.
In an effort to focus myself and force myself to commit to writing this blog, I have decided to add a weekly commentary on anything or everything that has been a prominent issue for me within the week. I have no idea what will come from this but hopefully it will be entertaining or helpfulContinue reading “Weekly Waffle.”
Diagnosis
So, I remember the day of my diagnosis clearly, it was the end of the year 2000, finally I had an answer, or did I? So, at yet another Doctor’s appointment, one of many appointments. one of many different doctors and surgeries. He turned to me and said, ‘have you considered the possibility, you haveContinue reading “Diagnosis”
Hip Hip Hooray!
Today I had a physio appointment for my hips, my doctors now have an on site Physiotherapist and refer all joint issues to her. It’s amazing , the practice has gone from never being able to get through on the phone and no appointments, to having something useful. My G.P practice is not unlike mostContinue reading “Hip Hip Hooray!”
Seasons Change
Its September, that time of year when we all adjust to the end of Summer and prepare for Winter; only now it seems there are only two seasons, hot and cold. After a Summer of record high temperatures, we have plummeted into the icy cool chill of Winter. Already I feel it all over, ‘stiffContinue reading “Seasons Change”
Hips of Glass.
This is a little description of my near constant hip pain. I like to think of it in terms of the Blondie song ‘Heart of Glass’. Once I had a ….life………….. Soon found out I have hips of glass! In between……….. My torso and my pelvis with my twisted thigh…. Once I had a ……….Continue reading “Hips of Glass.”
Vomitous Mass
Well, I have been meaning to share on the topic of vertigo and sickness for some time; I’ve certainly chosen a good day for it as I was sick a little in the street earlier and can feel the retched bile rising, my whole-body swaying and the uncomfortable, curdling, heat soaring. It can be hardContinue reading “Vomitous Mass”
Random day
So it has been far too long since I sat down to write anything, I have been preoccupied with practical tasks and life has been moving along at speed; don’t ask me what I have been up to, I have no idea and couldn’t answer without much pondering and even then it seems strange evenContinue reading “Random day”
Blooming Blooms
So the Cherry Tree Blossom is beautiful, our tree waves its pink fingers in a friendly announcement, Spring is here, summer not far behind. Here’s the thing…. Allergies!! Aaarrgh! I am allergic to everything! A few weeks ago I put myself to sleep accidentally for four days, how on earth you may well ask. StupidlyContinue reading “Blooming Blooms”
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