I am sorry it’s been so long since my last post. I have been thinking about it a lot and as more things happen that I think you may be interested to hear about they become muddled in my mind. Consequently the task appears too big and the procrastination kicks in!
Well, as we all know and my counsellor has reinforced (more about her another time!) the first step to get out of the procrastination loop is to do something… so here I am ☺️
My mum is visiting this week while Richie is is sailing on the Norfolk Broads with his big brother James re-living their childhood summer holidays. Whilst inspired by the thought of recapturing the youthful joy of being on holiday, I can’t say that pitching a tent on a windy (and probably wet) camp site is giving me the desire to re-live my childhood holidays. That doesn’t in any way deminish the feelings of joy, fun and adventure the memories hold; I just don’t feel the need to sleep on an inflatable mattress under canvas ? Sorry Dad!
Our Spanish holiday in June however is an entirely different proposition – we had the most amazing time. We stayed in three different locations on the Costa del Sol, each fabulous in a different way. The continuous sunshine and company of family and friends in varying proportions was perfect. We returned thoroughly relaxed and refreshed with hearts full of beautiful new memories including so many of the most beautiful wedding either of us have been part of (excluding ours of course!!)
I am continuing my phased return to work and am now regularly working 3 full days a week from home. I have even been able to meet up with some of the ladies from the HOPE course on a Tuesday evening after working! (I have to confess that I still struggle to resist the urge to nap on a Friday afternoon.) It doesn’t seem that long ago that a day working left me barely able to have a conversation in the evening let alone go out.
I have an appointment with Dr Alexander, my oncologist next week and don’t expect anything remarkable from that, I’m still feeling good and coping much better with the fatigue.
I will talk to you again soon ?
Lots of love Mand xxx
Sooooo pleased to read your blog again. Glad you both had a fab hol. Love L & M x
Phew! We did begin to wonder. Delighted to hear about your fab hols on the Costa (presumably no inflatable mattresses or canvas involved). Hope work and play are going well, and that Dr A is bowled over by your progress.
Love & best wishes, T&P.
It was lovely to see your Mum at Joe and Rosie’s wedding, hopefully she will have shown you some photos. There are plenty about on Facebook but do let me know if you need me to send you one! Good to know you are keeping up with work etc, take care of yourself though! Penny xx