Knee, hip, cataracts

Ariadne - you're an inspiration.

It's also so good to see positive posts about the NHS

We met up with MIL's oldest pal recently, she's 90 and just had one hip replaced. She confided she'd expected to be told she was too old for a hip replacement, and the money would be spent on someone younger. She's due to have the 2nd hip replaced in a few months and looks forward to being able to walk her dog for longer. Another inspirational woman who lives not too far away from you, on the south coast

What is left for 2015 then? Boob job? <ducks behind sofa>. Seriously you are one brave lady!!

Here's to 2015

Ariadne I so happy for you that these problems are going to be resolved and you will be better than before , great to know to are getting good care.

Now we know why the NHS is running out of money

It's no fun falling apart is it Ariadne.

If an 'Annus Horribilous' was good enough for the Queen then you have been in good company.

As you say maybe Christmas might be a tad 'mucked up' but here's hoping 2015 will be good to you.

Bionic lady!

Ariadne Am indeed very pleased for you, and that you've given such a glowing acknowledgement to the NHS. #cheers

So pleased for you Ariadne.

Our health is so important. I never valued it in the past but as I get older I do everything I can to preserve it.

Thank you! Maybe we could celebrate with a local meet up in the new year? Nannyfran Phoenix et al?

Truly very pleased for you. And wish you all the very best for your hip replacement and hope it goes ahead as arranged.
Isn't the NHS wonderful when it's reallly needed. Let us hope it is not going to be ruined by increasing privatisation of services.
Christmas will be wonderful without all that pain. Good luck.