23/8/2013 Jerry joined the Turtinos for an all Trek bike ride over Leckhampton. A very enjoyable and much needed break. Cycling when you are exhausted is hard but exercise is needed to recharge the mind and body. Thanks to Jerry and Will.
19/8/2013 My first day of sick leave.
From April 2013 to October 2013 it was relentless, with visits to Oncology, our Doctors Surgery, home visits by Doctors and District Nurses, meeting oncology specialist key workers and counsellors. All these people were here to help Chris and gave their time freely and were always patient and understanding and desperately tried to make Christine's journey a easy as possible.
Christine's mental health declined steadily over the months as Chemo stripped Chris of her ability to read - incredibly hard for Chris to bear. I tried to be with Chris as much as I could and spent very little time at work. The pressure on us increased daily and I reached breaking point in mid August - another week at work and I would have been of no use to Christine. Thankfully this was recognised and I was signed off work. I would have done anything to make Chris's life easier but was beginning to loose my self control and asked for help from my doctor - she was great and started a programme of mental and physical support for Christine and myself. Our doctors never left our side and supported us both all the way.
twas terrific
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