For two years, before medically retiring, I was still holding out hope of being able to return to work eventually, despite being on Income Protection and battling one health hurdle after the other. The realist in me knew I was facing a very different life, as I began to lose my ability to walk any … Continue reading The Best Disability Advice I Ever Received Was Not What I Expected!
Love the Royal family or not, if you live in the UK or a Commonwealth country like Australia, Saturday May 6th is the Coronation of our new King Charles III. I can't think of a better way to mark this historic event than enjoying a high tea with my husband watching the pomp and ceremony chronic illness style.…. cucumber sandwiches, ham sandwiches, Devonshire scones etc and of course all on my best china!
There is something strangely calming about putting on the kettle, taking out a pretty china cup or mug, anticipating sitting in a comfy chair, and slowly sipping this hot delight.
If you feel like listening to my "Musings " rather than reading them, here's the link to my latest podcast on Medical Musings With Sam. Just be warned, I think this latest episode may be more like ramblings than musings, or perhaps a bit of both. Either way, I'm sharing my latest surgical journey and … Continue reading My Latest Podcast Episode…My Hospital “Oops” Events and Other Anecdotal Incidents!
I don’t want to be a prisoner to my disease. I want to scale whatever heights I can safely push, and ultimately I’m the only one who can decide my limits.
Life is short. It's precious, and it's fragile while being incredibly resilient and strong. My home is my safe place, and I'm convinced because I love it, and I love my husband, it's the place that helps me heal in a way I never do in hospital.
"The quiet words spoken to us that morning brought amazing peace and linked beautifully into the promise of a safe path for our future."
**Includes Health Update** I decided I wanted a name that points to life, hope, and renewal. Something that makes me smile when I say it and gives me a sense of light heartedness.
One of the things I have always loved is Interior Design. After working crazy hours, when I was able to work, I would like nothing better than to spend the weekend at home. It’s always been my happy place. As a young girl I loved creating a new look in my bedroom regularly, using different … Continue reading You May Have a Physical Disability, But Your Home Doesn’t Need To Look Disabled Too!
(Warning: Some images in this blog post may be confronting) My approach to any life changing event always starts with making time to stop and think. It’s crucial to be deliberate and focused when dealing with change.
My Medical Musings 