Stroud, UK
Stroud, UK
Teresa To say "poor me" and wallow in negativity has never been on your agenda - the results of your continuing positivity and optimism are plain to see - keep your glass half full and stay close to your family and friends and you will succeed in whatever path you choose xx
Lesley Fleming Hi Stu! Good to hear from you and learn where you are at. One of the most impressive thing that you have shown is how adaptable you are. This is the mark of true intelligence as it is the basis for survival. You are not just surviving though, you are thriving and making much more of your life than most people. Good luck with the course, much love xx
Holly Just catching up Stuie (a little late, granted) and enjoying your work more than ever! Hope all is continuing to progress well in your life despite the inevitable ups and downs. Sending you big hugs and wishing you all the best always. Thank you for letting us be part of the journey. xx
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Big sis Em Love you Stuie, You're amazing. x x
Ben G! Great read stuey. Its good to hear you are helping others with training and keeping busy. Best of luck with the court stuff, I know what can be a very long process. Hope to see you soon. x
Teresa Such a lot happening in one year, and who knows what the next one will bring? Amazing read, as usual. xx
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Lesley Fleming Hi Stu - many thanks from me and I guess everyone else who reads your blogs. I found your comments about change really insightful. I work with people facing change in their working lives and know just how hard it is for many of them to see differently. We all instrinctively stay where we know it's safe, on our familiar territory, in order to survive. Unless we pop our head over the horizon, we never know what the view is. But that is risky and so we don't do it. You are so right; it takes a shock of some sort, something that says life isn't what I thought it was, to make people sit up, look and understand how their lives could be enriched. You have taken that bloody big shock and used it to unveil that much greater part of your inner capability and humanity. Like the camera, it is an opportunity to learn, to see a different angle, and grow. Everyone who reads this must see that bigger reality too, and learn from the expereince. Stay strong - we need you!! Lesley xx
Roz Smith Wow Stu, I have only read this one blog of yours, and already I like you! I live in Canada and have a blog of our family as we are taking a year off together - for similar reasons but different situations as you. Our minds are open to change and we are looking forward to whatever comes next. I would love to hear what happens after your operation so could you add me to your contacts? [email protected] Bless you, Roz!
anon Why is it, when we are challenged to survive, that we learn to truly live xxxx xxxx
Holz Hey again Stuartie - just re-reading your blog after checking for any new ones - hope all is well? I'm identifying even more again with some of the feelings you describe - would be great to catch up some time. xx
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Roz Hey Stu, again I loved getting into your personal space on your journey to healing. Thank you for your transparent heart. I am touched by your courage and blessed by your honesty. I love that you are stronger now and for all intents and purposes - better! Blessings and prayers still, from Canada.
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Holz Well done Stuartie - brilliant read APU. I completely identify with your description of not being believed - I think there's something for everyone here, even if the situation is not exactly the same - you provide a sensitive, and deeply honest snapshot of your experience, and it's brilliantly executed! xx
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David Thomas Dropped in for first time Stu and was thoroughly informed and engaged by your blog on your wounded journey, your strength of character and openness... David
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kev cook Stu your top geezer , sound, and an insperation to anyone who may also be in your position. Hang loose buddy and keep that attitude and you will look back at all this and realise your on a journey to better things. But you won't realise untl your there . Respect ;)
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George Really good blog mate, I know we talk about how you are getting on at times but it is always interesting to read your blogs and get a better understanding of what you are going through. I'm certain that if someone in your position does read these blogs they will be given an immense amount of strength to carry on as you have (this blog should be made available in hospitals around the country for people to read about the power of positive thinking!). Hope the swim goes well today!
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mum A superbly Brilliant, profound, inspiring and courageous piece of work Stu. Thank you so much for continuing your blog and sharing such a private, often painful and emotional journey. You are changing peoples perspective in such a positive way. Oh and by the way, you haven't relied on Luck to get where you are today,so we will just look fwd to hearing about the joyful reward you experience after your first successful swim in over two years..xx
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Holly Just catching up Stuie (a little late, granted) and enjoying your work more than ever! Hope all is continuing to progress well in your life despite the inevitable ups and downs. Sending you big hugs and wishing you all the best always. Thank you for letting us be part of the journey. xx
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Lesley Fleming Hi Stu! Good to hear from you and learn where you are at. One of the most impressive thing that you have shown is how adaptable you are. This is the mark of true intelligence as it is the basis for survival. You are not just surviving though, you are thriving and making much more of your life than most people. Good luck with the course, much love xx
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Teresa To say "poor me" and wallow in negativity has never been on your agenda - the results of your continuing positivity and optimism are plain to see - keep your glass half full and stay close to your family and friends and you will succeed in whatever path you choose xx
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Meg A massively moving blog. You make me so proud, the journey has been amazing. I'm still astounded how you open your mind so easily to new ideas and ways of thinking. I learnt a lot from you about what I would one day want to achieve in my mind. You inspire me and many people I know :) Always in my heart and thoughts Stuie xxx
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Heather Waited a long time for this one Stu but it was worth waiting for. This is why we love and respect you so much, Your journal shows us your honesty, courage, humility, sensitivity, inspiration, determination and a wicked sense of humour. Proud of you son xx
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Roz Smith Hey Bud, I'm way over here in Canada, and I love reading your blog. Thank you for your honesty. I have no idea who you are but I really am proud of you. I'm glad you are in college. I know how hard it is to go back after so many years out! But by all that I have read, you will do just fine! I continue to pray for you, and look forward to your next blog post, even if it isn't all in order. Bless you, Roz!
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Teresa Such a lot happening in one year, and who knows what the next one will bring? Amazing read, as usual. xx
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Ben G! Great read stuey. Its good to hear you are helping others with training and keeping busy. Best of luck with the court stuff, I know what can be a very long process. Hope to see you soon. x
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Holz Well done Stuartie - brilliant read APU. I completely identify with your description of not being believed - I think there's something for everyone here, even if the situation is not exactly the same - you provide a sensitive, and deeply honest snapshot of your experience, and it's brilliantly executed! xx
Roz Hey Stu, again I loved getting into your personal space on your journey to healing. Thank you for your transparent heart. I am touched by your courage and blessed by your honesty. I love that you are stronger now and for all intents and purposes - better! Blessings and prayers still, from Canada.
Holz Hey again Stuartie - just re-reading your blog after checking for any new ones - hope all is well? I'm identifying even more again with some of the feelings you describe - would be great to catch up some time. xx