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Another day in bed – not as good as it sounds

I suppose I should make the most of staying in bed, however the novelty has already worn off. It isn’t as good as it sounds, I already have bed sores from lying on my back for so long and for someone who is always on the go and doesn’t want to waste a moment I find it somewhat frustrating to say the least.

THE POSITIVES,

I have a catheda (tube attached to my penis) which means I do not need to leave my bed to go to the bathroom to pass urine.

I did get a bed bath by two lovely ladies, while a third watched and took my temperature

THE HIGHLIGHTS OF TODAY.

Got a visit from Ken, head of the local National Association of Realtors (Estate Agents) to say hi, offer assistance and take Caroline and kids out with his wife and kids.

I have been on “solid” food for the 1st time today, Caroline fed me lunch and Summer fed me dinner. Strange being fed by someone else. Their next fork load is ready before you have started even chewing the last fork load. And Summer seemed to think my mouth was bigger than it actually was. Was funny tough.

It was great to get a chance to read all my messages today (face book, blog, texts etc but no time for emails will do that tomorrow). I know people enjoy reading my blog and hearing about what I am up to, however I find reading comments other people make and hearing what they are up to facinating. There are so many great messages it makes what I am doing and going through worthwhile. It is also great to hear about all the fundraising events going on to help us reach our target. Thanks to everyone taking part and good luck to Gary Redman who will be leaving Newman’s office in Rugby at 9am on Tuesday morning to cycle 700 miles to Paris and back. He has already raised £7000 and hopes to raise £10,000!


14 Comments (Leave a Reply)

  1. kelliejane (July 19, 2010)

    Sean, your positive attitude and sense of humor are AMAZING. I am not allowed to bitch about any pain ever again, I’ve decided :-)

  2. Stace Sullivan (July 19, 2010)

    Wow, that was a little bit like the suppositories story, far too much info but most facinating!

    Glad your humour wasn’t injured. Looking forward to the next blog. x

  3. ali (July 19, 2010)

    A sense of humour in hospital is a valuable medicine! Just don’t hurt yourself laughing at Phil’s jokes!!

  4. Aimee black (July 19, 2010)

    My fella had a catheter in for a bit once, when it came out he said that when he went to the loo it felt like he could jet wash the toilet bowl. Blokes in the pub toilet gasped in amazement at his unique skill of hitting the urinal from the toilet entrance! Something to look forward to?? Keep. Thinking positively, your doing great! All the best. X

  5. sooty (July 20, 2010)

    chap with the cathata watch out for doctors when they come and ask how your sensation is to your Penis , and then tug on it immediately to see the reaction,gets me every bloody time i’m convinced they have a chart and who ever gets the most patiensts a day with that one doesn’t buy the beers

  6. Jonathan Hewat (July 20, 2010)

    So sorry to hear of the accident. Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.

  7. Heather Koumi (July 20, 2010)

    Hi, Sean
    didn’t know whether to post something or not, as you don’t know me. I used to be one of the Rod Waspe crew! Your office on the corner looked resplendant today, with posters & balloons all over the place & on the railings outside, to see Gary off, & also to attract lots of attention to your cause. I have folllowed youboth from the beginning – in fact I was the first to donate on James’ website!! (I believe so anyway!)
    James’ story captured the imagination and admiration of loads of folk in Rugby – & now it’s even more poingnant that you – a well-known local – is going through this ordeal, & with such dignity & fortitude. Your fitness & strength will stand you in good stead. Hats off to you, Sean. You certainly did not deserve this, but you DO deserve the support of the whole town. Your collegues are pulling out all the stops to get to your goal of £100,000, & I for one am right behind you!
    Little by little, your injuries will get better – in the meantime, keep smiling & blogging – we’re hanging on your every word!! Sorry this is sooo long!!
    Best wishes, Heather Koumi

  8. peter cordell (July 20, 2010)

    get well soon sean,i am a close freind of jimmys dad jon golding take care and a speedy brecovery.

  9. malcolm young (July 20, 2010)

    Sean – I think you look great for what you have gone through, hang in there. Malcolm

  10. Tracey P (July 21, 2010)

    Hi Sean

    Glad to hear you are keeping your chin up! Keep well and keep smiling. Your blog is certainly making me smile! :-)

  11. victoria andrews (July 22, 2010)

    hI #sEAN NOT URE YOU’LL REMEMBER ME I’M BACK IN RUGY AND KNEW YIU MANY MOONS AGO THE DAYS OF GARNER AND CO LO X JUST COME OUT OF HOSPITAL MYSELF AFTER 10 DAYS SO I CAN RELATE TO BOARDOM SO MUCH NOT BEING ABKE TI NIVE AND THE CATHETER TOO HEHE YES WEIRD THING NOT ACTUALLY GOIN TO THE LOO . I’VE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH CRONES DISEASE AND JUST LEARNING ALL ABOUT IT I WANTED TI SAY YOIU ARE AN INSPIRATION AND MADE MY TIME IN HOSPITAL BEARABLE AS THERE ARE ALWAYS PEOPLE WORSE OFF AND I CANNOT BELIEVE WAT YOIU HAVE BEEN THROUGH AND I WILLL KEEP READING YOUR BLOG FOR INSPIRATION X KEEP POSITIV AND HAPPY VICTORIA XX

  12. Peter Bolton King (July 22, 2010)

    Hi Sean. Good luck with the operation today. Glad the local Realtors have made contact. Sorry it took a few days to get them your contact details.
    All of us at the NAEA are thinking of you all and wishing you back on your feet ASAP.
    All the best Peter BK

  13. stewart wheeler (July 22, 2010)

    Sean
    sorry to hear about the accident, wishing you a speedy recovery all the best Stew

  14. John Ozwell (July 29, 2010)

    Everyone at Hunters Estate Agents is following your recovery and we send you our very best wishes and hope everything gets mended. We hope to help you achieve your financial goal which was held back by your untimely meeting with the truck. Good luck and will be in touch with more news soon. Best wishes, John



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