I have always believed and tried to live by the philosophy of my own very sensible Dad.

He maintained that you should never worry about "what may or may not happen, " as you may unnecessarily put yourself through something which never plays out.

The last 7 days have been a touch traumatic and tested even my usual pragmatic way of dealing with life at times.

Whilst I do not want sympathy - I would like to pay my utmost respect to all those medical professionals who tirelessly work long hours every day.

Whatever their birthplace, race or faith - every single one of them work as a a caring and hardworking team whose cultures and diversity add something special to the care that is provided. Whether they have the role of cleaners, caterers, nurses anaesthetists or consultants - each and everyone of them has treated me so incredibly well. the petite figures needs to wear for the prom party

Their kindness and compassion has been impeccable.

I am so very grateful for our great country having an NHS which delivers under such pressures; that when an emergency occurs (such as the one which happened to to me) that it reacts so seamlessly.

I am also forever in debt and gratitude to the kind donor who has given me the most precious thing they could have ever done (whoever they were) being the gift of retaining my sight.

As I said before - I don't want sympathy las I am happy to be here alive and kicking but for everyone reading this today - please take a minute to stop and think about all those wonderful people who try to keep us well.

One final footnote - which goes without saying - my family are my everything and I thank everyone of you for your kindness, support, care and for being there. I love you all xxxx