Well hello there!
It's been quite a while, I'd like to say I've been lying on a sunkissed beach somewhere listening to the waves gently lapping on the shore but no such luck, though we certainly can't complain about the weather this summer. Even now at the beginning of Autumn we are enjoying sunny afternoons, perfect for our 4 o'clock afternoon tea.
I can't say I've done much in the way of papercrafting but I do have a few cards to share with you - all are sentiment free at the moment so if you have time I'll update you on the happening aound here whilst sharing my makes, my paintings with various bits of my scraps
Pre Covid we had plans for home improvements and repairs both inside and out but of course they had to be shelved. Then goods were in short supply but now after a long wait we are finally making a start.
One of the things that badly needs re-decorating is my craft room so I had to get to grips with some serious sorting out. I don't need to tell you how much we papercrafters accumulate not to mention my sewing hobby and it's taken me forever!
Not least of all because my knee flared up so I couldn't walk. Nothing to do with my current problems but due to me having completely 'lost' the meniscus in my knee. Osteo-arthritis is in part to blame and my knee cap has moved out of alignment causing a great deal of pain. I've had x-rays and scan etc but there is nothing that can be done to rectify the problem. Thankfully my GP has come up with medication that really helped and I can walk again though still with discomfort but I know a some of you suffer the same fate.
Actually I'm going along with things for my husbands sake, something for him to look forward to. He has been struggling both with his heart problem and age related problems which can't be helped but puts a lot on my shoulders. We have an appointment in a few weeks at the heart hospital which hopefully at least will make him feel better.
Perhaps not unexpected but nevertheless heartbreaking. We have shed some tears and for a while we faltered. But it's not all bad...
We still have each other, good friends and family and in case you didn't know it I'm made of stern stuff. I still meet my GF's and keep up with exercise classes when I can and despite having little sensation in my hands I continue to do the things I love, and I have you...
I'm sorry I can't reply to those of you who have messaged me when you have "Noreply" blogs but know that I am truly grateful for your emails.
Well that's it for now friends
Be safe, take care and big hugs to you all
~ Ros ~
14 comments:
Well Ros, with all your problems you still make and put together some beautiful cards with a combination of your own inky and painted pieces, and the wonderful die cut and fussy cut additions, and the designs and finishing touches are brilliant. It is great too that you are having some redecorating done and a nice new kitchen, and I like you hate mess and dust but it will be great when it is completed will look forward to some photos of it. x
SO glad to hear from you Ros and that you are hanging in there! I am still amazed with little feeling in your hands that you are still able to create such beautiful works of art...they are ALL fabulous!! And YAY for some new renovations...lots of work but definitely something to look forward too! Take care my friend!! Hugs. :0)
Ros you are such an inspiration being so positive when life is not as easy as it should be. I had to stop and gaze at each of the cards while reading your post, they are all so beautiful ♥. Take care and lots of Hugs xx
Hello my dear friend! So happy I saw this post to start my day. You've been on my mind & I'm glad to know you're hanging in there. Always love seeing your cards with your unique, beautiful style & wonderful freehand work! It is sad the Queen is gone, even though we knew it was coming. So few leaders who show decency & class these days. Sending you lots of love & hugs, Greta
I admire your resolve and upbeat attitude as you face major health difficulties. I'm excited for you to have your craft room makeover. It will be fun and even though sorting through everything can be daunting, you must have found some really fun things. :) As always, your artwork and beautiful cards inspire us all. Take care. Love, Loll
Well Ros despite everything , you have once again treated us to a plethora of your wonderful creativity. What more can I say but Thank You for your wonderful inspiration. I wish you and hubby well as time whizzes past and really hope things improve for both of you. Hugs xx
You're an inspiration to all of us, Ros! Your cards are an exquisite combination of your painting and design skills. Beautifully clean and simple, and a wonder that you've managed them at all with everything going on in your life. Everything was different pre-COVID. We stayed home and did a lot of home improvement in 2021, thankfully before the prices went through the roof. I'm happy that you're going through with plans. It's a bother while in progress, but wonderful when done. I hope you'll be able to share pictures. Sending love as always, plus well wishes that you, your husband, and extended family keep well and better. Hugs.
I check on your blog periodically and today I was rewarded with this wonderful set of cards. They are all different and all fabulous. Thanks for the update on how things are for you. So sorry to hear about your knee - this getting older lark can be a real pain. I am impressed with all the things you are doing in the house in addition to the health challenges. I know how stressful home improvements can be so good luck and I hope all goes smoothly. Thanks for popping in to update us all, it is good to hear that you are getting by Ok xx
Hi Ros, gosh you've had a year or two but like the others have said you manage to bear it all and then find the positive and also some creative time to make your wonderful cards. Fantastic to hear you're getting around to your remodelling which I can really understand as my mum is going through all that right now.. great time for a clean out she says... anyway biggest hug, and we always love to see your cards, Robyn
I hadn't received any email notifications so I popped by to see how you are doing. So sorry to hear you are having more health problems and on top of that so much upheaval. I do hope better days are coming your way and you can enjoy your home improvements. I broke my arm in July and am just out of plaster so that put paid to holidays and swimming which I love. Your makes are amazing Ross do you frame them? You are such a talented lady even whilst you are suffering.I wish you and your husband better health and you can enjoy your beautiful garden.
Take care
Marie
You've been heavy on my mind this week, Ros, so I thought I would pop in to see if you posted. Lovely to see all your beautiful paintings and I love the compositions you have come up with to showcase them! Thank you for the update on what's been going on. I do know you are made of very stern stuff! You're an inspiration to tackle a reno when things aren't particularly sunny healthwise, but as you say, it can be a distraction and, of course, wonderful once it is completed! And at our age, purging is a very good thing which our kids appreciate, lol! I'm sorry to hear that your knee is ruined, in addition to your other issues. It does sound as if you need a new one, but that's quite a process. I am sending huge hugs and lots of love, Darnell
Hi Ros, what a lovely eclectic mix of cards you have for us today and I particularly love the one with the hedgehod on. You are such a talented lady. I'm sorry to hear about your knee problen - not at all what you need when there is so much else to deal with. Good luck with your decorating - we are in a similar position of trying to get things done that should heave been completed over the past couple of years, and like you - I hate disruption. We recently had the kitchen done and now we're onto decorating another couple of rooms before we tackle the bathroom next year. Workment start soooo early!
I hope yout hubby's appointments go well.
Take care
Hugs
Carol x
I'd been thinking about you a lot lately, Ros and I'm so glad to hear that you are doing okay and keep moving ahead! Love all your beautiful cards and I can certainly sympathize with sorting out the crafts! Something I keep putting off. Take care and I hope your home remodeling goes smoothly. XOXO
Looking at your cards, it's easy to overlook all the issues you are dealing with these days but I'm glad to know that you keep moving forward and enjoy the little things.
You certainly managed to make me smile today, especially with the little hedgehog card. I tried to build a home for a hedgehog into a pile of leaves left to rot and hope one will make it their hibernation home.
I hope all the redecorations are moving along nicely and that your new kitchen will make it in time for Christmas. Will you share pictures of it all?
Much love!
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