Week 3 : 18th September 2015
This week commenced with a intense G.P. appointment and a somewhat lengthy discussion about prognosis, professional support and engagement with social workers, occupational health etc. The gravity of the situation really hit home at this point as I sensed the difficulties ahead, whilst I know what these are ;- having supported one of my parents through the very same situation, now the situation felt more raw and confrontational in this clinical setting.
I'm staying occupied with some reading and continued focus on my study/self-development programmes that I intend on focusing on as long as my health will permit.
Some close/good friends have been in touch and I've been able to re-establish these important links :)
Equally my extended family are being great with equal measures of support, normality and friendship.
The hardest part of the week, for me, was attempting to discuss my situation with one of my children .... I reflected that it would have been less painful to cut my heart out with a blunt spoon and stamp all over it......so painful and upsetting....
This little cartoon (might not be able to read the text .. but it says..........
"Dads goal is for you to grow up and be proud, confident happy and safe. He teaches you to believe in yourself and never give up. It's his job as a Dad - I think he likes doing it a lot !"
"Do not underestimate the power of the father. Your dad helps you become you."
- Made me think and reflect about my time as a father to my own children and my efforts to be the best dad I can :)
My younger brother bought me a great gift this week.....
at last my very own Wilson :-)))
Next week I have visits from occupational health and social workers to assess the way forward :-/
No comments:
Post a Comment