One of the things about being a Social Worker, is that a good Social Worker is skilled at first getting information from a client or patient. This is important because the Social Worker can then ensure that they provide information and support in relation to that person’s individual needs and preferences. When a person isContinue reading “A Health Passport and other information…”
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Do I want to know or do I not?
It sometimes seems to me when you have a ‘condition’ – I refuse to think of myself as ‘diseased’ – that reference to that condition crops up everywhere. Of course with social media being what it is and clever little algorithms (or whatever) stalk you and this affects what comes into your feed. While IContinue reading “Do I want to know or do I not?”
Some more thoughts about the fine line…
Well, yesterday I wrote a post called ‘there’s a fine line…’ and I have been thinking about how things went yesterday. Just reflecting on the game and perhaps trying to analyse why the other team played so much better than us. Of course, one reason is that they are known to be two of theContinue reading “Some more thoughts about the fine line…”
There’s a fine line…
I have never been what you might consider by any stretch of the imagination, to be athletic. I have never been particularly good at sports. The only two things that could be considered sporting pursuits that I have participated in have seen hockey – at school – and bowls. I did go to the gymContinue reading “There’s a fine line…”
Things are going swimmingly… or are they?
For months now, I have been going to the local swimming pool as I recover from my back operation in February 2025. It was recommended by the surgeon that I do aqua jogging as the best exercise especially in those early days. It is actually very basic. You strap a flotation belt on – IContinue reading “Things are going swimmingly… or are they?”
It’s been a bit of an up and down week this week!
This week has certainly been a busy week, as bowls starts to really get going. This will be my first proper season, where I get to play in inter-club games. They are on a Wednesday morning and a Saturday morning and we are expected to put up our hand for both. Add on to thatContinue reading “It’s been a bit of an up and down week this week!”
Feeling frustrated…
Yesterday was one of those days, where so many things outside of my control threatened to upset my equilibrium (big word for the morning) and send me into a mental tail spin. It started with my regular swimming session at the local pool. I am still trying to get the hang of doing freestyle againContinue reading “Feeling frustrated…”
Why are we afraid of tears?
I was born in 1961, in an era where it was common to hear statements like, “Big boys don’t cry!” A huge expectation from quite a young age that boys/men did not cry, did not outwardly show their emotions. Girls/women on the other hand were often dismissed for any show of emotions as being hysterical,Continue reading “Why are we afraid of tears?”
Things that help…
One thing that I know for sure is that there is no “One size fits all” magic thing that will be the thing that everyone needs. What works for one person and makes them feel supported can be very different for another person. We are after all, individuals with individual personalities and needs. I haveContinue reading “Things that help…”
Feeling ‘Parkies’ today…
In my life at the moment, for the most part I just carry on with my life and am very much enjoying my retirement again. I am enjoying the various activities I have chosen and most days I have something planned that I enjoy doing. I can therefore, just get on with things and notContinue reading “Feeling ‘Parkies’ today…”
My journey with Parkinsons 