Scanxiety on Pause – The Tumour Waits, and So Do I
So… about that scan I thought was happening? Turns out, false alarm. The MRI was booked too early by the…
Ben
I’m a fitness enthusiast and Peloton addict who loves challenging limits through races, paddleboarding, and life’s adventures. Here, I share milestones, reflections on Acoustic Neuroma, and stories of resilience and growth.
Scanxiety & Steady Nerves – Another Date with the MRI Tunnel
Well, the calendar has spoken. My next MRI scan for this 19 x 12 x 12 mm acoustic neuroma is…
“But the Waiting Room is Empty!” – What Your GP Is Really Doing
You call your local surgery hoping for an appointment, only to be told there’s a wait. Or perhaps you walk…
How to Install Minecraft on the Steam Deck
The Steam Deck is an amazing handheld gaming device, but unlike many PC games, Minecraft doesn’t natively support SteamOS. Fortunately,…
Crushing My One-Mile Benchmark on the Peloton Tread: 5:25 (With an Unexpected Twist!)
Have you ever accomplished something amazing despite a mistake that should have derailed you? That’s exactly what happened during my…
Brain Awareness Week: Understanding Acoustic Neuromas and the Importance of Brain Health
Let’s talk about Brain Awareness Week (10-16 March 2025). It’s a global initiative that highlights the incredible complexity of the…
A Year in Peloton: A Reflective Analysis of Peaks, Plateaus, and the Path Forward
As I look back on this year, it’s clear that my Peloton journey has been a story of two halves….
Navigating Life with Acoustic Neuroma: A Year of Personal Resilience
As 2024 draws to a close, I find myself pausing to reflect on a year that has been anything but…
“Fighting Fatigue: The Invisible Battle of Living with an Acoustic Neuroma” Follow Up
In my previous blog post, I shared the relentless battle with fatigue caused by my acoustic neuroma—a symptom that goes…
Securing and Building a Powerful Home Lab with Docker: The Power of Authentik, Traefik, and More
When building a home lab, security is always top of mind. You want to ensure that everything runs smoothly, but…