Monday 21st August 2017 May a thief please steal my heart, and give it to this beautiful brave young lady - who I'm very proud to call my...

Today, I'm writing about Skye having Open Heart Bypass Surgery ! When did I become a grown up and have to write about my beautiful...

Well, the big day has arrived. Woke early this morning, full of trepidation and a tang of excitement. Everything is crossed for the...

We finally arrive at Starship Hospital in Auckland after a very eventful morning. We are 'checked in' to Ward 24A and given Room 10....

Well, its the day before we fly to Auckland. It's becoming more real by the minute, cannot believe that it is actually happening. I'm...

Wow, things are becoming more real every minute. Last Tuesday, Skye was playing her beloved soccer for 2nd XI and was hit by a hard...

What to pack (less is more) Arnica Cream Chapstick (lip balm) Bandaids and Lavender Oil Any medicines you normally take Ice bag Body...

Dr Philip Insull recommends doing bolster stretching exercises before VBT Surgery.​ Bolster stretching is very simple. They noticed in...

Oh, the questions that are coming up for our pre-operation consultation - thought I'd jot them down in case I forget. If anyone has any...

We came home from seeing Dr Philip Insull on Wednesday this week, and I wrote an email to John Ferguson, wanting to be open & honest...