Wheels on Fire…
On 4th May 2019, I broke my spine, resulting in a spinal cord injury and over 4 months in hospital learning to live with life changing injuries.
When I came home, I had to pick up a very different life, spending time dealing with the issues of accessibility and learning how to live life in a wheelchair.
5th September 2023
Ironically, it was 4 years to the day I left hospital following my 4 month stay, that I moved into my new bungalow. Yes, the move was stressful, but the removal team where great and I was in (with all my boxes) by 1pm. It was a startling contrast to that day 4 years ago…
August 2023
As I write this, surrounded by a sea of boxes, I fully understand why people say moving house is one of the most stressful things you can do. As much as I had built plenty of contingency into my plans, I didn’t expect what has gone wrong, and the subsequent delays, which sent my blood…
July 2023
I’m delighted that the ramp is now in place so I can easily get in without any help! There’s quite a bit of work already taken place: Plugs installed at a better height for me (just in the lounge and main bedroom). Wall lamps in the lounge installed, so I can change the bulbs! The…
June 2023
Sorry for the radio silence, there has been lots going on behind the scenes. Firstly, let me introduce Dougal. I got Dougal for a rescue, he is 2 years old and he is such a sweetheart- spends his evening curled up asleep on my knee. Let the works begin! I’ve bought a bungalow! Sadly, I’ve…
2022
I have to say I’m pleased to see the back of 2022. I lost my Dad, Rupert, and I was unfortunately ill most of August/September- but the third course of antibiotics seemed to do the trick. Then, just as I was beginning to feel better Zebedee wasn’t right. I took him to the vets, he…
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