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06-APR-2004

6th April

I was back into hospital today. I had an appointment with a Nerologist with regards to my possible epilepsy. The Nerologist said that she really doesn't think that I have epilepsy but will keep an open mind until I get my results from my EEG. She's requested for me to have an MRI scan of my brain. ANOTHER SCAN! (see http://www.pbase.com/image/27443833 -for previous info)

So, I'm not sure how I feel about it all. Although I don't want to have epilepsy, I want to find out what's wrong with me. I'm worried that it could be something more serious. I guess I just want to get back to normal - I can't remember when I last felt well it's been so long.

If it wasn't for Ness I don't know how I'd cope. She's been an absolute rock for me. She keeps me going, she's the most increadible woman in the world who I love with every ounce of my body and soul. She's my soul-mate and keeps me smiling. I know it's hard for her and I can't wait to get better so we can get on with our lives together. I just want to be better by September when we get married!

The hospital I attended today is very old and one of those places which fill you with dread and depression just to walk down it's old long dank corridoors like in the photo above. It was first used as a hospital to treat patients with tuberculosis in 1921. During the second World War, a series of single-storey brick buildings were built to form an emergency medical services (EMS) hospital for the American armed forces. All those buildings are still in use so the hospital is very old fashioned. Of course, due to our wonderful National Heath Service the hospital isn't in the best state of repair.

Why can't they make hospitals less foreboding?

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Carolyn B.23-Apr-2004 16:29
Your management of B&W continues to impress me. Really nice one. And, I'm so sorry for your frustrations regarding your health. Not knowing the trouble can be so agonizing.
Geoff Delderfield Photography21-Apr-2004 15:47
Hi Alex. thanks for your comments. Yes, it is Frenchay Hospital!
Alex 21-Apr-2004 01:35
Love the photo. It really gets across the institutionalised feel of the place. (Thinking: It isn't Frenchay Hospital in Bristol is it... I used to work there). You have captured it beautifully
John Buffin13-Apr-2004 21:40
Hope things go well.
Very nice choice of B&W here.
Love the deep hallway.
Guest 11-Apr-2004 03:34
Wow, this photo looks right out of a time capsule! I hope you are well!!
Vinay07-Apr-2004 14:33
I continue to hope everything goes well for you. Best
Robin Reid07-Apr-2004 06:16
Geoff ... wow.. this shot captures my dislike of hospitals also. Well done. And you have best wishes and prayers from here in Califonria.
Guest 07-Apr-2004 01:56
Like the exposure... nice one.
jude07-Apr-2004 00:21
Your black and white tones always amaze me, Geoff. Very perfect. Keeping my fingers crossed.
Guest 06-Apr-2004 22:12
Candles are still burning for you here in Toronto Geoff. Be well.

On a happier note, when in September is your wedding? Thomas and I are to be married on the 25th. I can't wait to see your photos from then.
Guest 06-Apr-2004 21:55
A very nice shot of this long corridor. I hope you get better soon Geoff.
Avito:)
Guest 06-Apr-2004 21:22
Great shot.
Beautiful light.
Cliff06-Apr-2004 21:08
Stay well Geoff - your warm words of praise and encouragement are joy I am sure to all of us!
Cliff06-Apr-2004 21:08
Stay well Geoff - your warm words of praise and encouragement are joy I am sure to all of us!
Guest 06-Apr-2004 18:32
This image is very telling... I was going to be a medical doctor, but couldn't stand the thought of working in hospital... It sounds like your neurologist is taking good care of you... I will say a prayer for you...
Guest 06-Apr-2004 18:27
Your b/w pic captures the coldness of the place. However miracle happen within every day. Pluck up courage Geoff I am sure they will soon discover what is wrong with you and remedy is on the way. You will be tops by September, thinking of you in my prayers.
Guest 06-Apr-2004 18:21
Wonderful shot ...in the face of a very stressful time. Looks like you have a lot of support in your camp though and a heck of a lot of people pulling for you!
Jill06-Apr-2004 18:08
Such a generic cold hallway yet leads to healthcare and what you need to do in
order to get better. And you will get better.
Joseph Brennskag06-Apr-2004 18:07
Great shot Geoff. It looks very cold and sterile — devoid of life. Praying all goes well for you.
Guest 06-Apr-2004 17:38
Amazing...Keepin' you in my prayers. :-)
Adalberto Tiburzi06-Apr-2004 17:35
I am sure that taking pics like that, in which a corridor becomes a tunnel, may be very useful.
You can project your ghosts outside , and get rid of them this way ;-))
Guest 06-Apr-2004 17:06
Amazing how hospitals looks the same wherever you go....
I agree... these hospital-corridors are depressing....
But you got a great shot for PaD. One must think positive... :-)
Jeff Gegner06-Apr-2004 16:57
You captured the feeling of the place so well.

I hope you get better soon. They have to know what's wrong before they can help.
christianl06-Apr-2004 16:23
Not really a funny image...
But it's a striking composition.
Excellent light too !