TJ Testimonial

On Thursday 21st October a dinner was held in Terry's honour. It was a fantastic evening and Terry managed to last the distance. At the end of the evening he was able to take the stage and thank people, even managing to crack a few jokes.
So many people contributed to the success of the evening and we cannot name them all here but it would be remiss of us not to mention Carol & Ian Berry for their outstanding effort in pulling the evening together and following up after the event - the group who drove the idea, Bob Foord, Bernie Lange, Jenny Hurley and David Shipway - those loyal and caring people who staffed the evening, Monique, Allan, Wendy, Vik, Carol, Ian and Shelley.
Speakers included Shane Warne, Doug Walters, Ian Chappell, Dan Cullen, Cullen Bailey and the evening emcee was Peter Walsh.
The auctions were well supported and many of the items were donated by friends and colleagues - we thank them all.
Of course the evening was a success in part due to the support from those who attended and it is impossible to name everyone - you know who you are and we appreciate your care.
Terry has pulled up pretty well considering the huge physical and emotional effort it took for him to attend - he is stubborn and was determined to be there. He is very tired but delighted and humbled that so many people care for him.
We are now enjoying a few days with our children and granddaughter, trying to get back to as close to normality as we can.
To everyone who assisted or sent their wishes - THANK YOU - It means the world to us.

Success

Terry had the ICD fitted on Wednesday and it was a successful procedure. He is at home and although a little sore he is doing well.

His Testimonial Dinner is happening next week so we are trying to have a quiet lead up to allow him to build his energy. Hopefully he will last the whole evening.

We have our children and grandaughter coming down next week and we are very much looking forward to seeing them.

Thank you for the calls and letters of support, they are appreciated

TJ Walkabout

Hi
Terry remains at home and is doing reasonably well. He is unable to take part in much activity but is enjoying catching up with friends and family.
A group of people in the UK have joined forces with the Brian Johnston Foundation and the ECB to run a fundraising event in November.
Details are available by emailing terryjenner.walkabout@gmail.com
or if you just wish to donate to the cause please use www.justgiving.com/TJsWalkabout
I did try to put the flyer on here but am not so technically adept!!!
On the 13th Oct Terry is having an ICD (pacemaker/defrib) put in. This and the drug therapy are the only available options.
All in all it is good to be home but every day remains a challenge.
Thank you to all who have given us so much support and care
Ann

Home Again

Arrived home at Brighton again yesterday, this time we are hoping i don't have to return to hospital, whilst i'm not really ready for visitors at the moment i do look forward soon to catching up with some of you.

I have a long and slow recovery period ahead of me, such are the vagaries of heart failure. initially this was a bit tough following the 2 months in Harefield Hospital -England
I spent the past week in flinders hosptial and they looked after me extremely well. Again can i thank all of you for your best wishes via the blog, email, cards and letters. I will come back to you all soon.

I wouldnt be here if it hadnt been for Ann.

Regards
TJ

Ooops!

Unfortunately Terry has been readmitted to hospital. After a couple of days at home he again became short of breath as a result of fluid building up in the lungs. Doctors have this back under control and we hope he will be home again in the not too distant future. We appreciate lots of you would like to catch up but again we ask for patience. He is in good spirits but tires very easily. Seeing Trudi and Ashlea this week has brought a smile to his face so lets hope this continues.

Hooray!

We have finally arrived home. Terry travelled with Dr David Cooper from International SOS and he was terrific. It is a lousy trip in any circumstance let alone when you are unwell. He is very tired but pleased to be back in Oz. It will be a while before he is up to visitors so please be patient.
To everyone who supported us through our time in the UK we want to say thank you. There are too many people to name but you know who you are and we are truly grateful.
I will continue to post blogs a little longer until such time as Terry feels up to it.
Ann

Coming home

Terry has been cleared to fly home after Monday. We now await International SOS and hope to be back in a week or two. We are not looking forward to the trip but are very keen to be back home.
Terry continues to do a little walking and twice a week has rehab.
We cannot express how grateful we are to the staff of Harefield but will be very happy to stop our visits there!!!
Hopefully there will only be one more blog from England and then back to an Aussie one.
Ann