Abscess

Abscesses do not make heart grow fonder.

Contrarily, they deliver pain, discomfort and, in some cases, surgery.

This pus is rather unfluffy and uncute.

On facing a minor operation

No liquid three hours before. After, a day free of alcohol.

“I’d like a good look around.”

Bring slippers, gown and a good book.

Pain

It’s said pain is strongest of sense memories. This pain is beyond memory. Sharp and intense: a long steel poker deep into the skin.

Time heals

Fresh air and medication help the healing process. Discomfort remains. So, time has to complete the mend.

Grapevine: our village shop closes 27 March.