2008-01-08 — Newsletter – Back Alive

My very dear friends

Some of you have been aware that there was a problem after the operation and that I spent a total of 21 days in intensive care instead of the 2 or 3 expected. Many thanks to my son Chris for finding as many of my email addresses as he could (without access to my computer).

The intensive care experience was very frightening and Chris has given a good indication of why, so for now I'd rather concentrate on the progress since I came back to the normal ward on the 31st.

I had to learn to stand, balance and walk again. That took about 4 days (quicker than I'd feared). It is so good to have a degree of independence. My speech is a bit weird but today I started work with speech therapist who is also helping me on my drinking problem (I dribble all over the place).

I do get tired easily and the computer is more difficult to handle than I'd expected. You can email me, but don't expect a fast response. Telephone is good though. I have my mobile and can receive messages and calls.

For now I just want to thank you all for your messages of love and support. I feel truly honoured and am very, very, grateful.

Much love

David