This blog is a very positive one, after my last visit to the specialist I can gladly say that I was given the good news that the cancer has all gone. I have indeed... kicked it’s arse and I’m in remission! I do still need to have one more cycle of chemo to complete the full plan of 6, which will finish by the end of November, then I will start the slow road to recovery because my immune system and my whole body has taken a battering from the chemo and cocktail of meds I’ve been taking daily. I will be back in clinic in 6 weeks and then every 3 months for the next 2 years for bloods and scans to check it doesn’t return. You all know I cannot wait to be back in the south stand singing my heart out at Elland rd. although I am aware that it will be months before I’m ready... BUT the main thing is my scan is clear . I just wanted to say how thankful I am to everyone who has supported me and continue to do so through this difficult time you are all a bunch of legends. I am still carrying on raising for the teenage cancer trust at St James in Leeds as they will be supporting me and my family for the next couple of years and will continue to help countless others. Today alone I was one of 11 with new faces on the ward who are daily fighting cancer. Let’s keep MOT. James x

I just wanted to let everyone know about my PET scan result....and I’m glad to say that it is a very positive outcome! The bit that was attached to my hip bone has now gone and the other bits around my body have either gone or have gotten smaller. Unfortunately, there is a small stubborn spot remaining in my chest, which means I will need to undergo the full 6 cycles of chemotherapy. However, I am feeling really good and maintaining a positive mindset so that I can kick its arse. On another note, I wanted to make you aware that September is dedicated to raising awareness for blood cancer, including lymphoma, a form of this disease. Shockingly, blood cancer ranks as the fifth most prevalent type of cancer in the UK, and even more alarming is the fact that it is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Despite these statistics, blood cancer remains largely hidden and misunderstood. Recently, after my 3rd cycle of chemo, I have been feeling more tired than sick. So, again, this is another positive as I'd rather feel tired than sick. Yes, sometimes I feel a little bit icky when having my chemo, but the kind nurses are on hand to give me anything I need to make me not feel sick. Over my three cycles so far, I have been lucky to have only been sick once and that my body has reacted really well to the treatment they have given me. But I also want to add that having a positive mindset helps massively and seeing how much love and support I am getting from everyone is giving me a positive mental attitude to get rid of this. So, thank you all so much as you are all helping me fight this battle.