In which I discover the meaning of convalescence and take baby steps towards regaining fitness.

Weeks three and four post op in which I receive visitors and start on my HRT. Yes, I do need to tell you about my bowels again!

The second week after my operation. Revealing an incredible bruise, more constipation and thoughts about croning.

Getting back home, practical strategies and adaptations to help me cope, constipation and a soul retrieval.

Last day in hospital, enjoying the food, watching the Jubilee, golden healing and getting ready to go home.

In which my hand swells like a balloon, I have excrutiating wind pain and get some useful hints and tips from the Physio.

How it felt when the anaesthetic wore off after my operation. Spoiler alert - it hurt a lot! Getting pleasantly stoned on morphine...

Operation day, arrival panic attack, kind staff and goodbye uterus.

Making the decision, Divine timing and unplugging from social media.