Tim the sewing machine guy

08/01/2026

Guys! Day 1 of the challenge. 21K, First time riding Fort Creek...

08/01/2026

Hey guys - if you ever see this character around Bellevue Park, (or anywhere, for that matter), don't panic. It's just me, training for my personal goal of running 5K...😆

07/31/2026

One more day 'till the Challenge starts...

07/27/2026

Guys and gals! I am doing this... https://greatcyclechallenge.ca/riders/TimBrouwer

06/15/2026

Here's some nostalgia (for those who remember). Has it really been that long?

06/10/2026

All righty. A little over a month post-treatments, and here's the scoop:

- I'm off all painkillers
- Part of my waste management system is slowly returning to normal (no more laxatives, yay!)
- Other part of my waste management still has small problems, but still functioning (don't need a catheter, yay!)
- Still a little fatigue in the legs, likely due to the hormones
- Sleep has improved
- Not retaining water, so fairly well hydrated. Leg cramps gone.
- Still have "warm waves" and mood swings (hormones)

All in all, feeling better every day. It's a long, slow process. I am reluctant/hesitant to call myself a "survivor" yet. There are still blood tests and maybe a scan or two to verify, so...

Thank you all for your prayers and support the last few months. Appreciate and love you all ❤️.

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05/18/2026

If you ever wondered what I do during "down time" between machines, look no further...

I keep finding interesting things at the Dollar store. Here, I came across a Lego Technic kit for an animated hot rod. Keeps the mind sharp, maintains dexter...

05/14/2026

Received this today. It is absolutely gorgeous. A thoughtful gift from my friend/customer Zenith Lillie-Eakett. I am so blessed by the generosity. Both hand made; the quilt is as big as my bed. Words cannot express my gratitude and thankfulness right now. I shall go have another cry now 🥹...

05/14/2026

Well guys, since I have some time on my hands, here's what I want to try: Shop time on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Not strong enough yet to do 5 days in a row. 8:30 to 3:00 (I start to run out of steam around this time. Call to make sure I am here; I still have appointments and such. Hope to see you soon...

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05/07/2026

Well guys, another chapter comes to a close. My last treatment was yesterday. On to the next chapter - Healing and recovery. Thank you all for your prayers and support. Love you all ❤️

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