The last three days have been a whirlwind of appointments and tests and all is now well. It seems I have had a TIA, a minor stroke that has no lasting effect and is why I had to miss singing yesterday. The NHS have been wonderful from Specsavers on Wednesday afternoon, the GP on Thursday morning and the Consultant this afternoon. I can’t believe the speed with which I’ve been seen and looked after. It’s been a bit scary but I now have medication that should stop any recurrence. However I can’t drive for 28 days as ,despite meds, the next month is a bit iffy. My lovely Mr S is happy to drive me around and friends have offered lifts . All will be well.
On the wall in the hospital entrance is a remarkable piece of ceramic art, ‘Custom House Quay’ by Peter Wright.
For a treat afterwards we went to the bookshop where I found three books to buy and then to Fat Face where I found a sweatshirt which really ought to become the uniform for those of us who volunteer at Roots!
Dan (Easy Balance)
September 21, 2026 at 5:45 am
Reading about your recent TIA and the quick care you received was a relief. The ceramic mural ‘Custom House Quay’ by Peter Wright sounds striking, and I can picture the sweatshirt from Fat Face becoming a badge of pride for Roots volunteers. While you’re on the 28‑day driving restriction, gentle seated ankle pumps or slow knee extensions a few times each hour can keep blood flowing and reduce stiffness in the hips and lower back, which often linger after a brief vascular event. Wishing you smooth recovery and many more calm moments with Mr S.
Penny
September 19, 2026 at 6:22 pm
Oh I want a sweat shirt like that too… !
mybeautfulthings
September 19, 2026 at 7:19 pm
If it weren’t pink, I would have bought one there and then! 🙂
artfulcrone
September 19, 2026 at 1:13 pm
Very glad you’re feeling well cared for!
mybeautfulthings
September 19, 2026 at 7:18 pm
I am. I was truly amazed by how quickly everything happened. I said this to the consultant and she said they are finding if they respond very quickly to a suspected TIA, they stop many people having a stroke and so everyone is happier and the NHS and the individual are saved months of treatment. Everything certainly worked well for me. Thank you for your concern. 🙂
Judith
September 19, 2026 at 8:26 am
Dear Sally, look after yourself, enjoy all of the tlc and take care. Lots of love Judith xxx
mybeautfulthings
September 19, 2026 at 7:21 pm
Thank you very much, Judith. I am being well looked after and have recovered from the shock and the worry. Much love to you too xx 🙂
snoakes7001
September 19, 2026 at 3:46 am
Hi Sally,
Sorry to hear you’ve been poorly, but it sounds like you are getting the best care. Look after yourselves xx
Ark
September 18, 2026 at 7:33 pm
Glad to read you are okay. 😊
mybeautfulthings
September 19, 2026 at 7:26 pm
Thanks, Ark. 🙂