End of week 6 , Sat 30 th Dec , day 29 , Treatment 29 of 30 !!

 Well good evening everyone  and thanks for reading the Blog and to those who commented , really appreciated thank you .

So its a Saturday and the Transport is bang on time so its off we go to Christies , arrive in plenty of time and go straight to to Dept 39 , suite 4 as usual , 2 people in front so time to read some more of the book .

Then Rhianne calls me in so off I go , say hello to the Team and as usual shirt off ,and now medical Collar off with help from  Colene ( yes I have had it wrong and  she never said so I  told her off for a change ha ha No chance !! 

Collar off and Clingfilm applied and its on to Ray ,Mask on and Treatment ready to roll , nice music choice from Rhianne has me finger tapping ha ha , Job done I am cooked to a turn and released . Rhianne and Colene then supply a New Collar the one taken off was soiled so I get a new one fitted ( its easy with 3 Hands , not for 2 clumsy male ones. Rhianne also tells  me that I can apply the Flaminal on to the broken skin and it will sting , so I will do that after doing this Blog ,you may hear me Yelp ha ha , such a wimp.

With that I wish all The Team a Happy New Year , because it will be 2024 when I next see them on Tuesday , quite a way to start the New Year  what ?

Off to Transport and check in for Taxi home and only 10 minutes later I am on my way home so a nice early one today.

Week 6 Conclusion  

A strange confusing week of days in and out , only real issue is the Blistering on my Neck , but the Collars are definitely helping and when I apply the ointment later that should help too apart from re fitting collar which is funny and annoying keeping it in Place while I apply the sticky tape which needs a few attempts ha ha . .And off course Ray breaking down on me , a little scary at the time wondering what was happening . And it was the last ( for now anyway ) of NHS Transport and Street cars , Bev Heath is Uber ? and photographer  for me on Tuesday .

So that is it my last Blog for 2023  , seems strange writing that ,its been quite a Journey ups and downs , Pain , Frustration and a few niggles . But  its 6 weeks done  and just one day to do and then Re Hab begins , I may do a Blog now and then to keep you updated but I think you deserve a Rest ha ha .

You all take care and have a Lovely Safe New Years break and I will see you on the Other side.And a Big Big thank you to everyone for your valued input  so much appreciated.

God Bless ,

Tom x 


Comments

  1. Jackie HDecember 30, 2023 at 6:01 PM

    Goodbye 2023, 2024 is almost here with new beginnings, one final meeting with Ray and you'll be ringing that bell. Well done Mr S you Sir are a force to be reckoned with. X

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  2. PatrickDecember 30, 2023 at 6:07 PM

    Well one more to go you've come such a long way.
    I'm sure the re hab will go well and the collar will do it's job.
    You've done an incredible thing in keeping up a relatively normal routine(except your regular walks), but I'm sure they will return in 2024.
    Again well done so proud of you.

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  3. Derek FDecember 30, 2023 at 6:17 PM

    Hi Tom…again. End of 2. Great to hear your last day in 2023 went smoothly, just 1 treatment left in 2024! It was good to hear that the collar is working and helping with the blistering……in the photo you posted you look a bit like Mrs Tishell on Doc Martin.🙂. So close now to the finishing line and the last treatment, you have been amazing Tom, and we have all learned from you during this journey. See you January 2, 2024 do you think there’s a chance of a photo of you ringing the end of treatment bell?..🫶❤️

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  4. TheaDecember 30, 2023 at 6:22 PM

    Hello and well done from the Rotterdam to Hull ferry!!!
    Only one more to go before the next step in your journey.
    Start 2024 with a massive ring of that bell, Tom!!!! xx

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  5. AnonymousDecember 30, 2023 at 6:34 PM

    I hardly think you can be described as a wimp young man. You are doing a fab job. Hope it didn't sting to much. Keep doing what you are doing. You are an inspiration Tom.
    Helen x

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  6. Cath LDecember 30, 2023 at 6:58 PM

    Wishing you well Tom and all the best for 2024! Take care of yourself and rest and recouperate in the New Year after that exhausting treatment. 🤗💕

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  7. SaraDecember 30, 2023 at 7:14 PM

    Great news Tom, that you have made it, almost to 6 weeks. Have a restful couple of days, and then the final bell on Tuesday xx

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  8. Stephen HigginsDecember 30, 2023 at 7:24 PM

    Well done my rear? friend 🤔😁it's been a journey of emotions for all of us reading your fascinating blog, although we are not with you every second of the day you are always constantly in our thoughts and minds, the new year will bring New hope and new goals may God bless you (other deities are available)

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  9. Rachel MacDecember 30, 2023 at 8:17 PM

    Much love Tom. Thank you for doing the blog, it’s kept us all in the loop and connected to what you’re going through x

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  10. Laura CDecember 30, 2023 at 8:17 PM

    'Wimp' is not a word that you should ever use. I am in absulolute awe of you, I've been updating my family during your journey as they are very aware of my fondness of 'my old mate Tom' (sure you won't mind that description 😉) so we've all been along with you and will continue to be. Lots of love xx

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  11. AnonymousDecember 30, 2023 at 8:18 PM

    Wishing you an amazing 2024 Tom.and you kick cancer's ass. You've got this say goodbye to 2023 and look forward to ringing that bell. Rest up and sending you lots of love n hugs xx

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  12. AnonymousDecember 30, 2023 at 8:39 PM

    You are amazing Tom no wimpiness about you. You are a warrior. Wishing you a happy and healthy new year cant wait to hear that bell ringing ❤️🥰❤️

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  13. Hazel BakerDecember 30, 2023 at 8:49 PM

    So glad that you are almost at the end Tom, one more to go then you will be ringing in the New Year with a different but very significant bell 🔔 😀💖 xxx

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  14. Sandra BarnardDecember 30, 2023 at 8:57 PM

    You, a wimp! I will not have that said!! As one of your previous bloggers said, you are a Warrior! A hero, a giant of a man. A massive well done Thomas, just one more day and then bell ringing begins. Goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024 and a successful rehab. It is a real pleasure to read your blog, share your humorous anecdotes, and to have empathy listening to your not so humorous painful side effects, all of which you have bore stoically. When all we really want to do is give you a massive big hug and love you better. Sleep well tonight Thomas, have a good New Year and we will all see you on the other side in 2024! Love you big man XXXXXX

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  15. AnonymousDecember 30, 2023 at 9:27 PM

    Hi Tom well done you 6 weeks almost done. Wishing you and all the people I love health and happiness for 2024 ❤️❤️❤️

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  16. Julie MasonDecember 30, 2023 at 10:59 PM

    You have done brilliant through the past 6 weeks. Wishing you good health and happiness in 2024. Soon be ringing the bell. Take good care. xx

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  17. GedDecember 30, 2023 at 11:15 PM

    Almost there my old matey! Relax abit now a practice taking the collar on & off 🤣🤣
    Looking forward to the bell ringing photos and seeing the wealth of support that will be by your side. xxx

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  18. AnonymousDecember 31, 2023 at 12:22 PM

    Well done Tom … you have managed to face this with courage and strength 👍 Bring 2024 on it’s going to be an amazing year 💝 xxx

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  19. Bill GDecember 31, 2023 at 12:50 PM

    Almost at the end Tom.What a journey for you but you have been a trooper and fighter all along.Here’s to the end of a trying year for you,goodbye 2023.Hello to a happier 2024 and a successful rehab once you have rung that bell! Your inner courage and determination to beat this has been an inspiration to read despite the setbacks along the way with your treatment.
    Sending much love and best wishes from us both.

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  20. Sarah CoxJanuary 2, 2024 at 7:19 AM

    Well Tom, I am writing this on “Goodbye to Ray Day”. None of us who are privileged to know you had any doubt that you would get through this part and totally smash it!! And repay the faith Mr Hughes had in you, as being a great candidate for this tough but great results choice of treatment!

    As some of us go back to work today, after the long break, I’ll be thinking of Uber Driver Bev and Super Trooper Tom on the final day of treatment. Bet the team will miss you LOTS.

    The road from here on is long and tough too, but Cancer can go do one. Nothing beats Slat! Soooo proud of the way you have coped!

    Wonder if team ever have a list of volunteers who have been through the treatment and are willing to help share their experience and give a quick pep chat with those who are about to start their treatment perhaps?

    Anyway, enjoy today and the satisfaction/relief of completing this. Saying goodbye to Ray. Thanking all those wonderful people. And ringing the bell ceremony!! We all look forward to seeing the pics and the footage later!!

    Big hugs xx

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  21. JacquieJanuary 2, 2024 at 11:39 AM

    Well done Tom, can't believe the penultimate blog ! Sorry been a bit remiss as I came back from jollies and not updating every day. But I have definitely been reading it every day and keeping track. Literally smashing this and no piss-poor prep here. Good luck today with Uber Bev, sure everyone at Christine's will miss your gentle and friendly nature. Maybe more blog fans than you already have! Go get em Tom! So long Ray and keep on zapping! Xx

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  22. JacquieJanuary 2, 2024 at 11:40 AM

    Christies of course (no edit allowed on blog!)

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