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A simpler one today and one that will be familiar to anyone who has had an operation recently. Managing the risk of blood clots post-operation. Something we had to follow with Isaac after he broke his leg 5 years ago. In hospital when I wasn’t mobile then I had two dynamic padded boots on both…

My first walk out with Finley for nearly 4 weeks. Gideon took control of the lead. Finley just about coped at my reduced pace. Let them head off onto the woods for a longer sniff around (Finley not Gideon!🙂) What an amazing feeling 🤩

Good to have a visit with the community nurse today. She was happy with progress. Wound healing and looking ok. Some good tips for what to look out for in regards to infection. A few handy hints for stoma checking as well Made it clear it will be slow and steady progress so keep taking…

Good to have seen Michael, Caroline and mum today after Graham called over on Monday. #bestchauffeuers. #brothers ❤️❤️ 😃😃

Can’t believe it is now just over 3 weeks since the operation. Checking in to do my weekly update on the pain levels In summary, much better. Still need pain relief for the wound – first thing especially. But the cocodemol kicks in pretty well so no lasting issue. Mixing things up a bit with…

A long listen but worth it – sums up where I am now beautifully 😀😴😱 www.instagram.com/reel/C_QCTx0iJ2o/

Here’s a challenging one. How to update on the not just the physical but mental challenges of knowing I will have a stoma for life. I guess this is probably the biggest change for me that goes beyond recovery – it is about acceptance I will start with the physical. That’s the easy bit. Not…

Slight exaggeration but made it up the hill to the top of the road. 3 weeks on from last seeing this view the day of my operation. Still can’t believe it is 3 weeks now. Recovery on track. 💪 (followed by a post lunch nap 😴) Seems silly but being out the house is an…

A slightly lighter topic today. Still one that plays a crucial part in the healing process – maybe underrated? The good news is that Fitbit tells me that this week I am getting 7-8 hours. Where would be without tech? Still fairly disturbed – each time I need to move from side to side is…

When Finley met Dudley! Lovely to see Helen this afternoon with their new puppy Dudley. Finley gave him his usual grumpy old dog treatment – ignored Dudley as much as he could and one loud bark! Dudley such a cute little fella (sorry Finley 😀). Forgot how much energy puppies have!