Crohns and management

Hi All,

I have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, same as Sophia. It’s almost a relief after months of no diagnosis, no prognosis, no treatment. Crohn’s can’t be cured, but it can be managed with anti inflammatory drugs, which is what I’m doing now, plus a range of alternative things. The doctors have a grand plan to wean me off the steroids onto softer stuff; we'll have to see how it goes. No heavy side-effects so far!

It’s a rough ride day by day but I’m learning how to deal with it. Crucial is lack of stress, so I have to learn to work again but not take on stress. Even writing involves ‘creative tension’ which is still tension. I'm writing a little bit, however! I’ll be going back to work at AUT next semester in a limited capacity. I hope also to pick up my Las pub work, some of it anyway. Certainly begin by assisting Jenn with correspondence and general business. Getting this blog working  too, if there is the interest. Hey, and I'm learning Tai Chi.

These last months have been difficult for the family, particularly Leila, who is overjoyed to see some signs of life! Me too. Thanks to all for your patience!

In practical terms, I'm going to be a bit patchy, but I'm keen to do what I can. The first thing I want to look at is getting out review copies. My next blog will be on that subject.

Feel free to comment or create a new blog!

ps Belinda, Note the insert image function above: if you can, some images from both launches would be welcome