Wednesday… Extracting the…
Apr 30th 2008PeterGetting My Life Back!
…tooth! Cast you mind back Dear Reader, to a post I made last August I said that I had broken a tooth and had to have a bit of emergency treatment to smooth off the edges (it had been root filled on an earlier occasion). My dentist was reluctant to remove it, given my medical history, but referred me to Guys, who did nothing, and finally to the local hospital (The QA in Portsmouth) who saw me about 6 weeks ago. Today the offending stump was finally removed!
I have to say I am a total wuss when it comes to dentistry, but in this case the anticipation was worse than the reality! The dental surgeon was outstanding. Having numbed me up (the most painful bit) he remarked that he was just going to put a bit of pressure on it to ensure the anaesthetic was working – and 20 seconds later – it was done! The anaesthetic has worn off now, but apart from a little soreness, it is pain free!
Vicki brought Olivia over yesterday. Now ‘toddling’ with confidence, she was fascinated by the fridge magnets, but has yet to understand the difference between ferrous and non-ferrous materials, and looked most perplexed when the magnets wouldn’t stick to the wooden cupboard doors! Her vocabulary is developing too, with quite a repertoire of sounds, a few of which resemble english! She is a very happy and ‘chuckley’ little girl!
Finally, great news on the health front from Simon, who had the results of his PET scan of 10 days ago. It was all clear, and in his own words “Phew”! Brilliant news and on that note…
Onwards and Upwards!
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Richard on 01 May 2008 at 7:20 am #
Good news from Simon and I bet you asked to have your teeth removed to improve your emphasis on cheek bones to match Simon’s good looks……….a well known cosmetic operation. If your weight continues to go up you will end considering the rib removal option to improve your waistline and profile 🙂
Richard on 01 May 2008 at 10:33 am #
PS if they are magnet letters and numbers Oliver is playing with does it mean that you live in a metal prefab?
She looks good and cute too, genes will out.
Peter on 01 May 2008 at 10:35 am #
Are you saying that there is something wrong with my profile??!!
You missed the essential adjective.. FRIDGE magnets!
Gill on 02 May 2008 at 4:44 pm #
I wonder if David is reading this?!!!!!
Peter on 02 May 2008 at 5:11 pm #
Frances does!
Margaret John's Mum on 04 May 2008 at 7:59 pm #
hello Peter
Just to let you know that John went into hospital on Saturday late evening, we were called into the hospital early hours on Sunday. And John had been told by the Keith (the wizard)that he had not a lot of time left, and had to say his good byes. so we all went in 3.30 am and John Passed away at around 12 mid day. It was very peacefull. in his sleep But before that he was awake and was talking to us, he had been staying with us the last 3 weeks as they had started his extension.he is at rest now and knowing John he had prepared every thing befor hand. and still joking until the end.
Sorry to have to bring you this news, but he had complete liver and kidney failier.then he was having fluid building on his lungs. he so at peace. and he had achived all the things he set out to do, but pity he did not have all his goals. but he did not want to go to intesive care, but there was no option he would not had been able to as his lungs was not good.
speak to you soon
Take care
Margaret.
Richard on 04 May 2008 at 11:25 pm #
Margaret. I didn’t know John but he was a brave and charming contributor here. We feel for your loss but appreciate that he is now at peace and trust that, in time, you will be happy with the loving memories you must have of and with him.
In our prayers.
Richard
Peter on 04 May 2008 at 11:55 pm #
Margaret,
Richard has said very eloquently what I and I’m sure many others feel.
I have written to you separately.
Peter
Elspeth on 06 May 2008 at 11:32 pm #
Dear Margaret
Thank you for having the thought to let Peter know so soon about your John. I occasionally read his blogs – one in particular must have brought comfort to many – to know that it is ‘okay’ to talk about the unthinkable, ie one’s death. This was many months ago. He was honest as well as amusing about his disabilities, and frustrations – I think it was a fine person that shone through. I hope that in time memories of him will be the good cheerful ones and that you will enjoy a laugh or two. Best regards, Elspeth
Simon (BT) on 10 May 2008 at 4:09 pm #
thank you for letting us all know – will sadly miss his contributions.
Simon