Brilliant - I have long thought that the law on assisted dying should be changed. Your dog analogy is spot on. I do take exception to your comments about fondue and raclette though - I would be very, very happy to have a large supply of melting cheese as my last meal! Tartiflette, better still. 🧀😋
Not for a last meal....I do like it....but not as a taste to say goodbye to.... but then again, my final taste (if I time it right) will be from a wine bottle....
The way you have written this is extraordinary. You’re opening doors to thoughts that we, as humans, are frightened to open, to ask, to understand. Your blogs move me they really do.
Hi Emma - you are kind and thank you. They will all work their way into some of the stuff we will do when we are allowed to film again. Keep well. xxxx
Doing some catch up on your blogs. This one resonates with me. Bravado makes me say I have taken my own decisions on which road I should take through life. So why should I be denied this last one? Then that devil on my shoulder whispers in my ear “But are you brave enough?”
Hi Martin. It is such a difficult question and decision I find it impossible to find an answer which is without doubts. Like you, I want this to be my choice at the time of my choosing. I feel - for now - I would take the decision, at home, with people around me, if I was allowed when the time is right. That will be when the pain is too great and life as I know it no longer even a shadow. But...I am denied the choice. My mind is good - it's my body which is the problem. Hope how the new law being proposed in the Lords gets through. whatever the decision, I think it is our decision not anyone else's. What that decision should be...too much harder. Hope to see you soon. C
hi - always good to catch up with a man who knows his onions! I will look at poss times and get A to connect with E to plan. will need to be before chemo!
Difficult topic and I admire your courage to share your thoughts. I'll share mine spontaneously: should you ever decide to take that trip to Switzerland, let me know if there is anything I could contribute to make it as easy for you as possible over here. In the meantime I look forward to reading many, many more of your inspiring blogs
Hello Charlie, I look forward to your blogs every Friday morning. You make me laugh (wine), you’ve helped me reassess my own mental health as a strength for the first time in ??50 years (ocd), and you inspire me to love every day, be grateful for the small things, and hug my 2 boys and crazy dog extra tight. And you bring such important topics out of the taboo. You have all my respect, and much love this morning. Jo xxx
Hi Jo - one of the best things about the blog is getting back in touch with wonderful people like you. I hug my two boys and dog too....best therapy there is. Lots of love and stay strong and happy. Charlie. xxxx
Morning Charlie- this really made me think about the assisted dying dilemma so thank you for that. Genuinely- your words stay in my head for a long time.
Very Profound and moving
Makes one really appreciate being healthy and being surrounded by love
Your writing is brilliant . Would make an astounding book helpful to other cancer sufferers
Hang in there!!!
Love you forever handsome. ❤️
Beautifully written but heartbreaking ❤️
Brilliant - I have long thought that the law on assisted dying should be changed. Your dog analogy is spot on. I do take exception to your comments about fondue and raclette though - I would be very, very happy to have a large supply of melting cheese as my last meal! Tartiflette, better still. 🧀😋
Not for a last meal....I do like it....but not as a taste to say goodbye to.... but then again, my final taste (if I time it right) will be from a wine bottle....
The way you have written this is extraordinary. You’re opening doors to thoughts that we, as humans, are frightened to open, to ask, to understand. Your blogs move me they really do.
Hi Emma - you are kind and thank you. They will all work their way into some of the stuff we will do when we are allowed to film again. Keep well. xxxx
Doing some catch up on your blogs. This one resonates with me. Bravado makes me say I have taken my own decisions on which road I should take through life. So why should I be denied this last one? Then that devil on my shoulder whispers in my ear “But are you brave enough?”
Hi Martin. It is such a difficult question and decision I find it impossible to find an answer which is without doubts. Like you, I want this to be my choice at the time of my choosing. I feel - for now - I would take the decision, at home, with people around me, if I was allowed when the time is right. That will be when the pain is too great and life as I know it no longer even a shadow. But...I am denied the choice. My mind is good - it's my body which is the problem. Hope how the new law being proposed in the Lords gets through. whatever the decision, I think it is our decision not anyone else's. What that decision should be...too much harder. Hope to see you soon. C
Looking forward to your visit. I want to show off my onions before I harvest them.
hi - always good to catch up with a man who knows his onions! I will look at poss times and get A to connect with E to plan. will need to be before chemo!
Difficult topic and I admire your courage to share your thoughts. I'll share mine spontaneously: should you ever decide to take that trip to Switzerland, let me know if there is anything I could contribute to make it as easy for you as possible over here. In the meantime I look forward to reading many, many more of your inspiring blogs
Hi Christine - thank you - if I do ever take that flight, I will take you up on the offer. Keep well and happy. Charlie. xxx
Hello Charlie, I look forward to your blogs every Friday morning. You make me laugh (wine), you’ve helped me reassess my own mental health as a strength for the first time in ??50 years (ocd), and you inspire me to love every day, be grateful for the small things, and hug my 2 boys and crazy dog extra tight. And you bring such important topics out of the taboo. You have all my respect, and much love this morning. Jo xxx
Hi Jo - one of the best things about the blog is getting back in touch with wonderful people like you. I hug my two boys and dog too....best therapy there is. Lots of love and stay strong and happy. Charlie. xxxx
Morning Charlie- this really made me think about the assisted dying dilemma so thank you for that. Genuinely- your words stay in my head for a long time.
But- Swiss cheese is revolting .....xxx
Hi Claire - glad you are enjoying them. See you soon (minus the cheese .... :-) ). xxxx
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Another beautifully written, profound 'thought for the day' to start off my Friday. Thank you Charlie
Morning Vaughan - thank you. Bit of serious one for a Friday, I know. xxx. C