My Time Is Not Done Yet
8 September 2026Three weeks ago, I was taken by ambulance to hospital after I suddenly couldn’t stand or move my right leg. An MRI, CT scan and X-ray showed multiple fractures in my right hip.Because of the disease, the ball, socket and pelvis had deteriorated badly.The doctors spent a week planning how to do this complex hip replacement.Surgery was scheduled for 26 August. Just before I went into theatre, the lead surgeon spoke to me, my husband and sister-in-law.Because of the state of the disease, he wanted us to understand there was an increased chance I might not make it through surgery.What was meant to be a 3½ hour operation became 6 hours.I lost around 80% of my blood and needed 9 pints of blood transfusions and an iron infusion. But I made it. ❤️ A miracle.I truly believe God pulled me through for a reason.My time is not done here on earth, and I’m so grateful He spared me. I’m also deeply grateful to everyone who gives blood.I’m home with my family now. The days are tough. I’m in pain and the suffering is real, but my eyes are on God. My husband and son have been incredible. The way they love and care for me gives me strength and another reason to keep fighting.I don’t always understand my purpose through all of this, but I believe the picture will become clearer.My desire to live is much greater than my desire to die.Thank you to everyone who has donated, prayed, messaged and supported us.Your kindness reminds us that we are not alone. I’m so grateful to you all. ❤️🙏🏻