Sorry I've been so quiet lately, there's been so much going on and a lot to think about. I really surprised myself today - maybe there's a glimmer of hope after all. You see we had our 'end of year' play today in the drama class I take part in. A few weeks ago I... Continue Reading →
The Waiting Game
I'm sure if you live in Ireland you will know all about the huge waiting list for children with scoliosis to be seen by a consultant. Jono had his spinal surgery in 2009 and it was a battle back then. Sadly things haven't improved at all over the last 8 years. You can watch Megan... Continue Reading →
Eye See
I had a hospital appointment today to check my eyes out. I check a lot of migraines and the GP wanted my eyes tested to see if they were anything to do with it. She also thought I might have a cataract so I needed to get it checked. I wasn't allowed to drive because... Continue Reading →
Monday Motivation
Well enough is enough and it's time for a change. I've always struggled with my weight and at the moment I'm heavier than I want to be - I know this because the button on my favourite trousers flew off the other day - luckily I didn't blind anyone! So as much as I love... Continue Reading →
Jono’s appointment
Yesterday Jono finally got seen in Tallaght Hospital after waiting for almost 18 months. Jono had a spinal fusion surgery done there in 2009 and was doing OK until a couple of years ago when he started deteriorating. It's a long trip from Sligo to Tallaght, almost 4 hours each way by public transport, and... Continue Reading →
Good news for Jono
Regular readers to the blog will know that Jono has kyphosis and scoliosis. You'll also know he's been waiting for an appointment to be seen by the consultant. At last we have good news. Jono has been waiting to be seen since May 2015, I spoke to the hospital in JuneĀ and they weren't very hopefully... Continue Reading →