I've had a flood of well-wishing emails about my medical problem, and this is to let everyone know that I'm out, having been fitted in to a cancellation in the surgery list on Friday. Operation went and I'm doing well other than the to be expected soreness. It does mean no heavy lifting, which includes riding Oscar, for four weeks. It's a considerable relief to be dealt with and I can live with some short term restrictions.
I'm still writing sporadically - I actually got some done whilst in hospital - but still struggling with a shortage of inspiration. Hopefully, I'll manage to complete the next Delilah story soon and in the meantime am jotting down some ideas to revisit Dryad and the main characters in Melissa. Don't hold your breath over them, though.
I hope I've replied to everyone who emailed, but I'll say it again - Thank you for your good wishes, encouragement and prayers. It's really helped.
Ted