Counselling
I am on hold with this at the moment only because I’m awaiting to be processed for membership for the
NCPS ( The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society)I could practice without membership but Professionally it is not advisable to do so. I have sessional clients already booked with a mental health charity and will start supporting them as soon as I am able.
I have booked my capn’gown , and intend to have my official photograph taken with my family!
Shoulder injury
My physio with his tiny blue shorts has done wonders with my arm weakness. He diagnosed a “ wear and tear” injury where my humerus had “ migrated” up into my shoulder joint, and with the smallest of manipulations in sessions funded by the Welsh Government ( !) my weakness has improved considerably
Eyes
My eye pressures have reduced significantly and the injections will continue for a while ๐๐๐๐
My consultant apologised for my unfortunate last session and assured me that a senior doctor will perform the next injection instead of one of the nurses.
Positives
I have planned to meet up with my old friend Tracey from my psychiatric days in York soon, and I am popping over to Sheffield to catch up with Mike, and Bev and Jane and Belami. My next London trip is in October when I will touch base with Nu and see the rave interactive play Every Brilliant Thing with Minnie Driver. This coming week my sister and I will see the Grosvenor Park Outdoor Theatre’s production of Sherlock Holmes ( a hoot) all activities that will lighten the heart but boil the blood of my troll who hates me socialising with the passion Hitler had for English Bulldogs.
Emotionally and physically I have turned another corner. There is more news afoot, so watch this space for further bulletins, but I feel I’ve come through another storm, pretty unscathed , thanks, in part, to you my followers and commentators who have been kind, and supportive and warm.
That goes a long way, when you are most forlorn,
Just before dawn
What good news on all fronts and you have great plans for the months ahead! So happy for you!!
ReplyDeleteHope today is a good one for you, dear John, who has come through so much recently and has come out ahead!!!!!!!!
Good night from this time zone near the Eastern Shore of Virginia!
Hugs!
Hoping that 'more news afoot' has four feet x
ReplyDeleteYes (please!)
DeleteThat's really good to hear, John. Xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a positive and uplifting post. I think many of your readers know well that time of " forlorn - just before dawn " and the internet allows us to reach out to share with you our support and concern. Glad things are so much better now.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you are feeling more positive and have exciting things to look forward to. x
ReplyDeleteIt's good to hear that things are improving on all fronts. I sense another four feet coming soon. Beautiful video.
ReplyDeleteYou sound so much happier, lighter and (dare I say) younger! xx
ReplyDeleteThat all sounds good. It is nice to hear that you have bounced back again!
ReplyDeleteHappy news, all of it!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad things are looking up, John. It's always good to have some plans on the horizon!
ReplyDeleteA great track, fabulous choice, a step back in time so appropriate, thanks for that memory, John.
ReplyDeleteYes, you do sound as if you have weathered a storm and turned a corner, and we all rejoice for you. Amazing the effect a pair of tiny blue shorts can have. And as for your dear troll - she is the acid test showing us what jealousy and self inflicted misery can do, and how we all rise above her and it and can both pity and disdain the poor wee soul in equal measure. Go go, go, John Gray!
It is good that you seem happier,brighter and more settled. Your socialising plans sound grand. You deserve some peace and a quiet period to enjoy life. Carole R.
ReplyDeleteGreat news about the not humorous humerus. Glad things are feeling better lately. Socialize and talk bulldogs. I want to see the trolls blood boil. Beautiful song.
ReplyDeleteAfter such a worrying time, everything is lining up perfectly. I'm impressed you are taking good care of yourself - catching up with good friends, keeping your arts-interest going, working on physical health ... you're an inspiration - I wish I 'had it together' half as well! Yesterday's post, mentioning Weaver in possession of the living room chair, amused me - what a beautiful coat she has. I was thinking of Pat (Weaver) last week, when I heard of the death of another very elderly teacher who had brought gentle wisdom to so many friends. Lives well lived.
ReplyDeleteThis is all sounding very positive. Calmer waters.
ReplyDeleteEverything seems to be heading into a positive direction. Love EBTG ❤️
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