There is a panoramic view of any hospital admission but step closer and the days are riddle with particular incidences creating a uniquely, stomach churning rollercoaster. Our time in hospital has highlighted it this week. Messages went out saying, “He’s getting better” “Doing well” “It’s been a success” These statements are all true. They are honest, [...]
Only a few people in this world call me Mum, and to everyone else I request that they, "Please don't call me mum." I have a few pet hates. They include; Hardened Weetabix that needs a chisel to remove it from the bowl. Finding my laundry mottled with disintegrated tissue. Someone parking so close to my [...]
The day of a carer … When I talk to others about the complexities and challenges of caring, it can all to easily feel like I'm being unfaithful. But often it isn’t the actual doing things for my son that’s exhausting - it’s the hoops and hurdles, the policies and funding panels. In short, it’s the [...]
