Well it was a long time coming but our time in the USA flew by so quickly, it seems almost unbelievable that I'm back home writing this update!
We were delivered safely to the airport by some wonderful friends and got lucky with an almost empty flight so I was able to lie down - fabulous :-) Even though the flight really wasn't that long it was quite a strain and made me realise how much harder this journey would have been physically even 6 months ago.
After a great night sleep we hit the road and my wonderful husband drove us out of the city via Manhattan as the New York marathon was on. It was a bit bonkers looking out of the window at the Statue of Liberty!!
Thanks to recommendations from friends who had also made this pilgrimmage, we settled quickly into our new home. The view from our window was across a nature reserve and the trees were wearing their beautiful Fall colours while birds of prey flew overhead - doesn't get any better than that!
The appointment with the doctor was the next day and crikey, it was thorough. I had to take some breaks to lie down before, during and after as no avenue was left unasked about or examined, the initial appointment taking 3.5hours! Over the next few days there were more blood and lab tests but I was in good form so we were able to squeeze in some lovely walks too.
The doctor was very optimistic about my continued recovery and felt that my long term prognosis is good - it was like music to our ears and we both felt quite emotional to now have an expert looking after me.
While we were waiting for various medications to arrive we were lucky enough to catch up with some friends of ours who we haven't seen in over a decade. It was just brilliant to hang out, chat and be looked after -forever grateful to them.
As a very special treat another of our wonderful friends had arranged a night in the Big Apple for us before we headed back home. This was so kind and generous and we had a great time checking out Times Square and Central Park. The photo at the top of this blog is from the staircase where we were staying :-) Thank you again Fairy Godfather!
So, here I sit, Matty by my side on the sofa. The journey has knocked me around a bit so I am taking it very gently. I started all the new medications a few days ago and am awaiting all my test results. It seems like the pieces in the jigsaw puzzle are finally fitting into place and although I have to continue being patient, I am excited to be on my way back to full health.
Every day I count my blessings for all your help and support. Thank you just doesn't even cover it!
I'll keep you posted and in the meantime, consider each and everyone of you hugged xxx
