Actually this is from his father, Andrew, who was with George today. George had his third dose of chemo today and is responding well without discomfort. On Wednesday, they add Asparaginase which is administered every other day by injection. It currently looks as if George will leave St George's on 5 December for a spell … Continue reading Update – Monday 21 November

I was going to just get Fred to post a few basic details about where I am, but since I have his computer I can save him the trouble. I’m staying at St George’s Hospital, Tooting, which they renamed specially when I came in.   Address Ruth Myles Unit St James’s Wing St George’s Hospital … Continue reading Some practical stuff

One story I’ve been asked a few times is how I found out I had leukaemia, so this is probably a good place to set it down for those who are still wondering. Medically, I don’t know how much is relevant, because the causes of leukaemia are still pretty much unknown and therefore things I … Continue reading How did I end up here?

Now, this is great. I’m sitting in my room typing on Fred’s laptop, so he can take this away and whizz it online – maybe even tonight if he finds a wireless hotspot. I’ll tell you what else is great: Freddie’s beautiful montage of cards on my bathroom door. I ran out of space to … Continue reading Freddie’s beautiful montage!

Before I write a bit about such exciting matters as leukaemia, life and peppermint green paint, the most important things I have to say is : thank you. Thank you everyone for sending letters, cards, messages, for phone, visiting, bringing things, lending videos and, in short, all the LOVE. I really and sincerely feel overwhelmed … Continue reading Right, first things second

Very few people read this blog anyway, but even fewer since I haven't updated it for ages. However, I am now being detained for 28 days (without trial) at St.Georges Hospital, Tooting. If you haven't already heard, I have acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)- apologies if that's a bit sudden. I have no internet access but … Continue reading This Blog may even become useful..!!