Tag Archives: Health

Yonks and yonks

Posted on July 12, 2016 by dallanWA

It seems an age since I wrote in this blog, and indeed it is. Why is that? Maybe it is because I have been feeling better since January. No chemo, results since transplant good, no treatment for a while. It … Continue reading →

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The end of the season.

Posted on September 29, 2015 by dallanWA

………. here that means the end of the football season (Aussie rules). The big grand final is on Saturday, but all around in the parks and recreation ovals the footie posts have been taken down. In their place the cricket … Continue reading →

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The real killer.

Posted on September 22, 2014 by dallanWA

I have formed a belief over the years that the main problem in maintaining health is stress. Stress is often called “The silent killer.” I believe this to be true, and I, like many countless people over time have sought … Continue reading →

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“What defines your future?’

Posted on September 18, 2014 by dallanWA

Last evening I went to a graduation ceremony at the University of Western Australia – UWA. My stepson was being awarded his BSc (biomedical science), and it was a grand, proud occasion for Mairi and I as well as the … Continue reading →

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In built obselescence.

Posted on September 15, 2014 by dallanWA

Yesterday I went to the Apple shop in Perth – always a fun experience – and I bought a new computer. I did this because my old one (four years old!!) is slow, and often reluctant to perform many of … Continue reading →

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The cycle of life.

Posted on September 7, 2014 by dallanWA

Even on a dull day like today, the garden can bring joy. It is early spring here in Australia, and the signs of renewal are all around. Even with the limited gardening skills I possess, it is gratifying to see … Continue reading →

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Enjoying the land.

Posted on September 4, 2014 by dallanWA

……. today I thought I would walk around with the girls and enjoy our 3 acres. A lot of hard work has gone into the landscaping, originally it was a just a cleared block of land populated only by Lupins … Continue reading →

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The reality.

Posted on September 2, 2014 by dallanWA

…….. “the tests confirm my diagnosis – its Myeloma” These words were said to me last week by the Haemotologist. These words are hard to take in, I am still taking them in, trying to rationalise my thoughts, trying to … Continue reading →

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Missed!

Posted on November 11, 2013 by dallanWA

“Image Daily” seems to have missed a post. This is because we went to the annual “Conquer Cystic Fibrosis Ball” on Saturday night. Sunday seems to have disappeared totally. I will make up for it over the next few posts. … Continue reading →

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