These words are what I’ve been saying to myself on a continuous basis since a few days ago. I am a natural worry-head, procrastinator and generally think too far ahead into the future. I will be the first to admit, this has driven my stress levels up and on one too many occasions, has threatened…
A concern most people have…I’m sure. Something, which insurance companies prey on…and, in hindsight understandably so (I’m sure they would justify it with “it’s the risk we take at the cost of making our money”). With that said though, no insurance company will touch you with a feather if they know you have a condition…
The past weekend was one for the books. I had another episode of sleeping the days away. I was going to write this post with a morbid feel to it…because that’s how I’ve been feeling the last few days. Then, a little while ago, I decided to hell with it! I won’t. Because doing so…
A question you will be able to answer…in time. It’s not going to be easy to get to that point but get there, you will. I also know that it’s not easy seeing your child in agony or pain. I wish that on no parent, however, it might just be the only way for you…
A search term used by someone who stumbled across my blog… It got me thinking and wondering why someone would type that particular string of words into a Google search. A few weeks ago, I had a discussion with a colleague who, after hearing about my book, Hydrocephalus: Floating Faithfully, wanted to meet up with me…
The arrival of a new baby, a new member of your family, is one of the most exciting times in a new mother/father’s life. I remember when I was pregnant. There was one constant prayer for each one of my children from the time of knowing of their existence. I wanted nothing more than for…
Earlier this week, my Hydro symptoms reared its ugly head. I woke up at 4:30 am with a throbbing headache, mainly in my eyes…I was miserable and felt very lethargic. I made it through work that day and hoped it would ease up. Lasting all day with constant nausea and dizziness, I was only too…
As Christmas is on the horizon, I think of all the parents and children who are going through a challenging time with their Hydrocephalus. For all those who will be spending Christmas in hospital…my heart goes out to you. However, I pray that the time together will be the silver lining for you. I pray…
I’m sitting this morning and reflecting on how things have changed since I was a child. There’s been a definite shift in how I see or view what’s important at this time of the year. I’ve crossed paths with so many people…people from different backgrounds, circumstances and beliefs. A time when so many celebrate the…
When I was first diagnosed with Hydrocephalus, it was a whirlwind time filled with emotion. I can’t really say that I registered much until after my first operation, which was literally within a few days. It was a little surreal…to say the least. I had my shunt placed on a Thursday and home by Saturday….
