If you have not got children then just try to imagine the thing that is most precious to you being held precariously over a raging volcano whilst you watch helplessly knowing that there is absolutely nothing you can do to prevent the fall if it happens. Knowing that either way fall or no fall, everyone … Continue reading Dreams & Nightmares
For months after his diagnosis Dylan was inundated with gifts. We spent Christmas in hospital & before Christmas Day had even arrived his room looked like Santa’s grotto. Initially there was no time to consider the impact of a continual stream of presents & treats but it did not take long for me to realise … Continue reading Consistency: The Battle
“Never tell anyone that you’re depressed, especially the doctor. It will go on your record, you’ll never get a job & it will be used against you.” The antiquated unwise words of my mother years ago when I was in my teens. A generation of stiff upper lipped misinformants has created a generation of people … Continue reading Don’t Sweep It Under The Carpet
The Little Big C 