Had a very successful dinner with a friend I haven’t seen in ages. I made a mango chicken stir-fry, and then had hot gluten-free brownies with vanilla ice cream and homemade toffee sauce for pudding.

So far, my gut is behaving. Now, I’m off to bed for some well-earned sleep.

Day #1 back at work

I went back to work today, but only for the afternoon because the hospital recommended a phased return to work instead of going straight back into full days. It was tiring, even though we weren’t busy, but I feel ok. My legs ache from standing a lot but my stomach/gut have behaved themselves, mostly.

I’m looking forward to having a friend round for dinner this evening; I’m going to attempt stir-fried mango chicken with noodles.

First day back at work today after three weeks off. I’m both looking forward to it but also anxious incase it’s too much too soon. I’m only doing a half day so hopefully shouldn’t be too stressful. Wish me luck!

So, because of the current political situation over here, as well as medical expenses getting much worse, I may end up making an emergency exit from the US to marry and live with my gf in the UK (so I can get on the healthcare program out there, because socialized medicine). If this emergency plan is used, I was wondering if there are any spoonies in the UK who know of any good doctors that I might be able to bring my records to (bonus points if it’s near Southampton). I don’t want to start over

spooniestrong:

UK Spoonies, please help? 💙

I’m currently being seen by the IBD team in Southampton General Hospital. They are a fantastic group of specialists and have looked after me so well. Once you register with an NHS doctor near wherever you’re going to live, they should do a check-up in order to assess your health, and, from there, refer you to someone on the IBD team so you can get the correct care. Hope this is helpful.