How do people react to a diagnosis of a ‘life-shortening’ condition? One thing has recently happened with me. I stopped doing some things I could still do. This included washing up, chopping some vegetables and preparing some food. I think I stopped doing these things because there were others I certainly could not do (lifting heavy pans, carrying plates of food, sweeping for example). I stopped the lot.
The message to the person left to pick up what I used to do, mainly my wife, is that I am seeing her as the person to do everything. You can imagine how she feels about that.
Of course it’s a judgment call. Losing balance and hitting your head on a kitchen floor is not helpful for anyone.
The challenge is that the situation is new for everyone and evolving. I have said to myself I will do what I can.
Part of it is also surrendering when that makes sense. This weekend, to rest between walking, I used my wheelchair for the first time. See the photo.
Hi Andrew
This might be a stupid comment but … Its a good photo … In so many ways … and I hope you all enjoyed the British Masters.
Gary
We did Gary! It was great!! My son is eight and is golf mad. Member of West Herts GC. Let me know if you’re ever in the area.
Good to see your smile! I hope you can keep up your wonderful positive spirit and to share your thoughtful insights on the human condition.
I guess the “disabled viewing area” is not a place to view the disabled? Brits have a funny way with words.