In hospital again but only one day!

I had my final procedure yesterday - Tuesday - to have the stent removed. I was keen to go and have it done because it was giving me some trouble but I also knew it would hurt after, so I had mixed feelings. It was also another general anaethestic which was not great. I did get to have a good chat with the nurses though.

Right now, although it is a mini heatwave, I am lying on the sofa with my duvet which I always do when I am 'ill'.

Can you believe it is now 5 weeks since the transplant? My Dad has gone back to work now and seems to be ok.

I went and helped out with Grandma's school play last week, Guys and Dolls, which was very good.

I am managing my medicine well - there is one immune suppressant which I have to take twice a day but the timing is quite hard - it has to be one hour before food and two hours after food. Since I am hungry all the time this is not easy! I have put on several kilos and Mum thinks I am addicted to tuna sandwiches! That medicine also makes me quite shaky which is weird.

Last week was cool - I had a sleep over with my friend. It was great to get away from home for a night. I also played on the Wii for the first time in my life - it was really fun and it gives your arms a workout. I also watched a movie with my brother on Saturday.

I am down to twice weekly visits to the hospital for check ups.

So things are slowly getting back to normal......

Friday 1.50pm

The pain is a bit better today. I am off the morphine and have had my neck line taken off. It hurt because there were three stitches holding it in that had to be removed. The nurses were very kind though.

I have slept quite a bit this morning. Mrs M from school is coming to see me this afternoon and also Julie.

I have to drink now - 250ml an hour at least. I have not eaten much but I know I have to start. I haven't got out of bed yet today but have to soon because I have to be weighed. I am not looking forward to that.

My Dad is doing well. He had an infection which hurt alot but the antibiotics seem to be working. He has been out of bed this morning and is cheerful. He says he feels nearly back to normal.

Q