Running Away
It is only in times of sadness and horror do you realise what matters. 2 years ago, I sat on a cold winter’s morning saying goodbye to my...
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Rachael Thorold
Aug 5, 20223 min read
A Hidden Disability is still a Disability
Brain injury is something we don’t see. For me I feel it everyday but to others my disabilities aren’t noticeable. Walking wounded,...
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Rachael Thorold
Jun 13, 20222 min read
These are MY Sunglasses
Sunglasses, a simple stylish yet practical accessory on a sunny day or ideal for hiding red and tired eyes. A protection from the glare...
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Rachael Thorold
Apr 17, 20223 min read
Moments to Reflect
On Saturday we just needed to get out the house and get some fresh air. We found ourselves wondering from Hampstead down through Regents...
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Rachael Thorold
Mar 26, 20223 min read
And That's Another Sign Gone
Today my driver didn’t recognise me from my account photo which was from August last year. Its now time to update my profile. This is a...
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Rachael Thorold
Feb 13, 20223 min read
Taking My Morning Coffee to the Next Level
As I draft this post I’m casually sat in the cafe enjoying my own company below Alfie’s doggy daycare room. I have just dropped him off...
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Rachael Thorold
Jan 16, 20222 min read
Please Stop Testing Me Now!
'Just stop testing me!'. This was my frustrated plea to Chris on a Sunday morning. I know now he wasn’t. He was only causally checking...
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Rachael Thorold
Jan 3, 20224 min read
This was not the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
To start the festive period I got us a pre-lit small Christmas tree, thinking this will help set the scene. Well I might as well not...
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Rachael Thorold
Nov 22, 20214 min read
The Importance of Having 'Your Mantra'
I managed to delete several drafts of this entry and cut and pasted it incorrectly... It is extremely frustrating but I’ve got to keep...
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Rachael Thorold
Oct 20, 20214 min read
What do you do in your Spare Time?
This question was recently asked of me. And to be honest I didn’t know. They might of well asked me ‘who are you’, an answer I still...
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Rachael Thorold
Oct 13, 20212 min read
Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Week
Baby, infant and child loss is much more common than you think, we need to talk about it and understand the devastating and life changing...
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Rachael Thorold
Sep 22, 20213 min read
You are What You Wear?
I know so many people may laugh at this but it’s a real thing and maybe there is some hidden psychological meaning, probably. But I can’t...
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Rachael Thorold
Aug 17, 20213 min read
A Birthday Plea - Making Sure All Drivers Are Safe
Last week we should have been celebrating Louis' 1st birthday which I image would be full of swimming! He loved swimming. He was the...
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Rachael Thorold
Aug 5, 20213 min read
Getting Back on the Chopstick Horse
The other Friday we went for a nice dinner with friends, I ordered the wine. Earlier in the week I had ordered lunch and coffee at a...
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Rachael Thorold
Jul 12, 20212 min read
Diary #2 - Taking Time to Re-Group
I've had a busy few weeks, we have been lucky to have had some cheeky family weekends which have been so lovely. My braces have been...
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Rachael Thorold
Jun 25, 20212 min read
Rachael's Rehabilitation Diary #1
What happened to us and this recovery mountain came out of nowhere. It is something I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy but its my reality....
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