Six months ago, when undergoing internal radiotherapy, in the form of radioactive iodine, for the first time, something extraordinary happened. They called it Shoulder to Shoulder to Day #S2S2D. I had to have this treatment, for Thyroid Cancer. This treatment meant I could not go near my husband or children (or anyone else) for a […]
Shoulder To Shoulder To Day
Preparing for radiotherapy: A little kindness goes a long way
I’m starting to feel weaker and pretty exhausted now I’m fully hypo. I go into hospital for my radiotherapy and isolation, in just under 5 days. There are more things to prepare than I thought. It’s not just about sorting a few paint splattered / bleach-ruined clothes, which can be thrown away after wearing. The […]
Wednesday Words: Shoulder To Shoulder To Day #S2S2D
I sat at the laptop this morning and thought "What shall I do for Wednesday Words?" "What is happening right now that is important to me, that I feel strongly about?" It took me less than 3 seconds to decide. Five words into Google and some lyrics had me in tears. I knew straight away […]