now blogging

April 2024

It’s nearly two years since I last posted here…

Instead of the irregular ‘flare-ups’ I’ve had since I was a teenager, now my illness seems to control everything I do.

Because, whenever I begin any mildly energetic activity — within a few minutes, my body rebels, forcing me to stop, and rest.

Suddenly, I’m faced with the loss of so many things I’ve enjoyed throughout my life: woodworking, fixing my bike, DIY, cycle-touring, to name but a few.

But, I’m grateful for all these hobbies and distractions, and the many happy memories I still have. Gradually I’m coming to terms with being ill, and getting old.

Writing things down might help, whether I publish them here, or not.


A bright full moon, from our front door, yesterday night