Today was punctuated
by a visit to see my G.P. a very efficient chap to be sure, but with
an unfortunate manner. Many villagers prefer to visit his wife, the
other partner in the practice who is rather more sympathetic than her
brusque spouse.
Not being of a
nervous disposition and well able to hold my own, I continue to see
him because, quite frankly it is easier to get an appointment with
him than with her! Take from this fact what you will.
My visit today was
for collagen injections in to my left thumb. I had the right thumb
injected three weeks ago and the benefits are enormous, however with
scans to both thumbs pending it seems likely that surgery may be
needed to correct the arthritis which is worsening rapidly.
One thing came out
of the visit which was unexpected and rather wonderful. For most of
my life I have earned at least a part of my income by the production
of various Arts and Crafts, sadly over the past few years my
condition has meant that I have been unable to work with my hands and
the frustration that this engenders is considerable.
With a mind full of
projects but without the ability to carry them out I frequently find
myself raging against my useless hands it has seemed as if the part
of my life was over.
Today I learned that
there are computer devices that allow one to draw without the need
for a stylus, they work by simply touching the screen! This would
enable me to draw again and to design as well as before, it's
amazing.
Needless to say I
shall be looking into the possibilities and shall let you know my
conclusions. Being as it were a child in the field of technology I
shall enlist my son's help with the project, as soon as he finishes
the book he is working on at the moment. I really am quite excited
about the possibilities of this form of working and an impatient to
try it out.
My G.P. recommended
a visit to the Apple Shop I Birmingham, a tall order for me as I find
travelling difficult. However in this instance I think a taxi might
be warranted, after all, if it works it could change my
life…….fingers crossed!
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