Thursday, June 5, 2008

Sorry for my absence...

I know I haven't been around for awhile but life has just been throwing us some real curve balls lately. Last week our long time friend and neighbor passed away, he had a massive heart attack and we were with his wife through the whole thing. It was very heartbreaking. They had been married almost 51 years. Then on Saturday my Dad was in a car accident, he is ok--thank God!! But the car was totaled and to make matters worse the people who caused him to have the accident never even stopped to see if he was ok!! I just can't believe some people!!! On top of all of this I have been having some problems with my arthritis. At my last doctor's visit the doctor told my that my arthritis has moved on to the next level and I now have rheumatoid arthritis. My inflammation markers keep going up so I have had to be on higher doses of some medications which has now started to cause some other problems. Last week I started a new medication which is an injection that I give myself. So far I haven't seen any changes but the doctor said it could take up to a month or month and a half before I might notice any significant changes. I am hoping for some positive results!!

In my last post I promised to show you some cards that I made for Mother's day and I will still do that but for today I would like to keep this post sweet and simple. I would like to leave you with the sympathy card that I made for our neighbor.

Remembering Andy~Andy and his wife Donna were like another Grandpa & Grandma to our kids. Andy was a true kid at heart, having water fights with the kids on hot summer days, always giving them treats and he loved to tease & joke. Andy will be greatly missed but we have many wonderful memories that we will always hold close to our hearts. In loving memory...

Thank you for stopping by today! I will try to get back to a more regular posting very soon. Take care & I hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
Smiles!
Heidi

6 comments:

  1. i'm so sorry for the loss of your friend and neighbor, Heidi. i am happy to hear, though, that your dad is fine after his accident. i hope your meds work out and help your RA. i'll be thinking good thoughts for you, sending good vibes!

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  2. What a beautiful card! I'm sorry that you've lost such a great friend and neighbor.
    I hope your meds start kicking in soon and you'll have some comfort!

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  3. Losing such a great friend is very difficult but memories are the best. Your card is beautiful and I am sure meaningful to your neighbor. I do hope you start to feel better and that things start improving. Thank you for sharing.

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  4. I'm very sorry for all your sad news. It's a great blessing for your neighbour to have you close. Sometimes there's nothing to do but just be there. - Nimmy

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  5. Hi,
    This is the first time I'm viewing your blog. I love it!

    Just wanted to ask what frame was used on this card?

    Please email me at rubberandink@yahoo.com

    thanks,
    Gayle

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