SIX MONTHS

Well it sure has been some time since the last blog, and as a result, the updates are aplenty.

In the early days, we were told Simon could be a long term patient at Shenton Park, some were saying he could be there for 9 months. When Simon got to Shenton Park he was telling people he would be out by Round 10 of the AFL...and I would stand in the background telling people it would more than likely be well after the grand final.
He was out by Round 11. Simon successfully proved to the professionals, and myself, that the power of mind made it possible for him to reduce his stay to 103 days, just over the three month mark.

Since his release, there has been many more moments of great achievements from Simon. He started going back to work, yes work !! Most people take an average of two years to get back into the workforce, and very rarely back into the same field.
He started off small, going in for a few hours a couple of times a week and would then go to Shenton Park for Physio. It was proving to give Simon a great sense of normalcy. Coming home from work and talking about the course, I couldn't help but be so happy for a change to listen about the greens, fairways and every other facet of the course, which I used to merely hear the conversation but not listen.

Cottesloe Golf Club have gone above and beyond to ensure Simon's return to work has been accessible and with little frustrations. His boys in the shed have also been a tremendous help to Simon and continue to do so. Although I am sure having 'The Boss' back may be bittersweet =)

Simon started his driving lessons in a converted car with hand controls. On the first lesson, he gave the instructor a little scare when his foot slipped on the accelerator...thank goodness for the dual controls in those cars!!

So now Simon has his licence, so for those travelling on Perth roads, you have been warned! This was another milestone that has had a monumental effect on our lives in so many ways. Due to this freedom, Simon of course took that as an obvious calling to go back to work full time. Everyday, he goes in to work and gets on with his day. Now with Daddy driving, Alexandra got a special pick up from school. Finally we satisfied her ongoing requests to use the 'special blue bay' in the teachers car park. It was a very exciting moment for Daddy and Daughter.

We have moved home temporarily while our old house gets knocked down and is replaced with our new dream home. Danmar Homes have been instrumental in arranging this process for us and doing what they can to reduce the cost involved in building a new home. My taste for the finer things in life may be making that process a touch slower.

So we are 6 months on and although some may say its gone quick...I beg to differ! Looking back at the early days, we were living day by day...quite literally, not knowing what was to happen on the tomorrow. So much uncertainty for us that has been overcome, however we are left with so much more. Everyday is a challenge, but we will not be defeated !

Special mention to all those people that have seen what we have been through and what we continue to go through, and have chosen to "better" their lives from it.

When all the little things are put to one side, it all boils down to the fact that you can't live in this life without that love.