The Frustrations of Wellness
There have been a few points over the last nine months at which the pace of my recovery has not matched my un realistic expectations. I have had to learn to slow down at times and accept each small step, […]
And They Ate Cake
A few milestones were passed this week, as we reached the halfway point in my chemotherapy treatment (6 doses down, 6 to go) and I managed to get back to doing some actual, real work for money. I have also […]
Chemo Day 4 The Movie
If the video won’t play automatically on this page click here to view it on YouTube. The last couple of weeks have been pretty normal and busy as we sent off child number 2 to university and received back child […]
The Takeaway Takeaway
If I haven’t got enough angst in my life at the moment, to find out I should steer clear of takeaway foods whilst I am having chemotherapy, takes the fucking biscuit. I can live without soft cheeses, raw fish and […]
Life is a Rollercoaster
It’s now four weeks since I went under the knife and the super surgeon Louise cut me a new arsehole. Recovery has progressed well and I can now comfortably poop in a bag and not quite so comfortably sit down for […]
My Oh Zone
Following the recent, welcome news that the hole in the Ozone has shrunk slightly, I have some sad news for the science community. The shrinkage is going to be shortlived guys and girls, because I am producing enough noxious gas […]
Home Sweet Home
Arrived home yesterday lunchtime after four and a half days of hospital treatment and recovery time. Such a huge relief to be back in the voluminous bosom of my family (those that know Mrs W will understand that comment) and […]
Strange Noises in the Night
I think I should demand to speak to my surgeon this morning as I am sure there has been some mistake. I. Believe that the surgical team have inadvertently fitted me with a whoopee cushion rather than a colostomy bag. […]
Shit Drawings
I know I am stating the bleeding obvious, but support from your family and friends is so important when you have this sort of thing going on. I am particularly grateful for the fact that a few people have descended […]
Celebrating Every Poop
Friday sees the commencement of operation ‘colon’, as I undergo surgery to remove the tumour from my lower bowel. I have to remember that this is just the first stage of the process of recovering my health to what it […]