Over the last 24 hours I’ve introduced Mr Poo to my social media posts for raising awareness about bowel cancer. Who knew how much fun could be had creating a talking turd! More importantly it gave me the opportunity to further raise the issue of checking your poo for blood, which is one of the symptoms of bowel cancer. Fortunately, I’m sure for anyone who follows me on social media Mr Poo has now been flushed down the loo. These apps only give you a few free goes before wanting a subscription payment, and as much fun as it was I’m not paying for it… Remember if you are worried about blood in your poo, please go to your GP and don’t be brushed off…

Yesterday I had my appointment confirmation through for my follow up appointment with Talking Therapies after finishing the CBT course 3 months ago. I always have to complete a questionnaire on the state of my mental health to see how my depression and anxiety is. There’s no doubt in my mind that I’ve continued to improve, slowly but surely, with less anxious moments and dark clouds hanging over me. I think I am better equipped now when situations do challenge me, and also the Sertraline that I now take has played a part too. I am not expecting tomorrow to bring up any issues and that I will most likely be signed off. We had talked about putting me on a waiting list for counselling, but I am feeling now, on reflection, that I probably won’t push for that. It focuses on looking back, and I am much happier living in the present. It’s an option for the future, especially perhaps bereavement counselling…

I’ve had a good day at work. Two full loads out of the door, and I have got the paperwork up to date. Tonight I will continue to work on the music. I think I want to try another vocal on the Goodbye Farewell song, but it’s sounding good. Until tomorrow x