As my readers may know, I had cochlear implant surgery on the 5th of June, 2017. It took some time to recover and I was not able to do much for a few weeks, thanks to some dizziness, pain and nausea. In fact, I was unable to do simple errands, such as walking to the grocery store or making myself food, for quite a while afterwards.
Around three weeks post-op, I started to recover in earnest and I now feel great. I walk on the beach, go shopping and generally feel grateful for every little thing that's enjoyable in life (including the new Wonder Woman movie, which I managed to see shortly before the surgical procedure!)
Surgery is scary and it brings a sense of perspective which is profound. The feeling which is experienced before one is wheeled into the operating room is like no other.
My cochlear implant will be activated on the 17th of July, 2017. I'm excited about it and so are my nearest and dearest. I've been dealing with hearing loss since the age of 15, so seeing what the technology will do for me will definitely be fascinating!
I had so much support while I was getting better and I have so much love and respect for the people who were there for me during this difficult time, when I was uncharacteristically helpless.
I've always been interested in the notorious females of history. My new list is "10 Fascinating Facts about Anne Boleyn". She is someone who still generates quite a buzz, because she managed to claw her way to the pinnacle, where she was soon struck down like nobody's business (literally, with the honed and shining edge of a French swordsman's blade!)
I hope you enjoy the list. While I've been concentrating on the sunny side of life lately, as the prospect of great hearing is on the horizon (in just a few days, too!), this list is probably not the sunniest. That being said, this is a woman who captivated and continues to intrigue. She's well worth reading about.
Anne Boleyn was an example of proto-feminism in action!
Within the restrictions of her age, (which, for women, were severe), she moved upwards, towards the power that she craved, by using every tool in her arsenal.
It did not end well for her. Luckily, times have changed...
CLICK HERE to read the list, which is situated at Toptenz.net...I hope you enjoy it!
Cheers,
Heather
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