02/07/2026
Hello my lovelies. You might notice my new scar. You'd be hard pushed to not spot it, given it's right on the front of my neck.
As much as I'd like to have an exciting and glamorous reason (old timey duel, Olympic fencing practice, near miss with guillotine) the reality is not so sexy. My thyroid gland made a bid for fame and got so big it started causing some problems so we* chopped it out.
I'm fine. Surgery was all good and the consultant is very happy. My voice still works and it's healing nicely. I had to stay quite still for a couple of weeks in case my head fell off** but we are grand now. Thanks to the head and neck gang and all the terrific people who looked after me at UCH. The NHS is beyond wonderful.
See you around e.g. for LIVE at Bolton Comedy Festival on 18 July
*Actual professional surgeons.
** Hyperbole. Let me have this bit of drama, please.
