The NHS surgery wait list is a masterpiece of British suffering and resilience. It’s where patience meets absurdity. You’ll wait, you’ll complain, and you’ll eventually get your surgery—probably after you’ve retired and moved to Spain. But when you finally do get that operation, it’s free, and that’s no joke.
So, to all the long-wait-list warriors: keep your chin up, your painkillers handy, and your sense of humor intact. And remember—if your wait seems endless, just think of Bertie the hernia. He’s still waiting, too. Knitting tiny scarves.
