Thank you all for taking time out to visit my blog, It's lovely to see you back again or if you are visiting for the 1st time. Welcome.
I have been waiting 9/10 weeks to hopefully share some good news with you all. I had a health scare ( lady problems ). Scared, I went to the doctors and expected her to say this is normal, but she didn't. I went for a CT scan which she put as urgent and nearly 3 &1/2 weeks later I got an appointment, then waited 2 weeks for results only to be told I had to go and have a biopsy under local anesthetics. I had a very large polyp removed and a biopsy, but no local anesthetic was offered. That was a bit painful. I waited another 2 weeks for results only to be told I needed further investigation. I was in pieces and thinking the worse, but 5 days later I went in for a womb biopsy under general anesthetics. Another 1st for me, so I do consider myself lucky to have got to my age and not had a General anesthetic, I waited another 2 weeks for results, Anyway, I am so happy to say that I do not have the dreaded C. I have to go and have some sort of intervention but nothing to worry about. This episode had put my life on hold for such a long time and I know if I hadn't had my DT cards to do I would have gone mad. Lucinda at CE asked if I wanted to take time off, but I said the cards for CE are keeping me sane. So now I can move forward and start living again, as my life was totally on hold, the only thing I did for all those weeks was my DT cards as I couldn't concentrate on anything else. Paul has been amazing and reassuring me all the way through, I think he is a little greyer though, but Claire and Craig had no idea, but we have all been celebrating ever since. They have stopped but I'm still going.!!! YAY.
Sorry, now about the card. I'm sorry if you are getting bored with white, glitter and poinsettias, but I made a plan over the last few weeks to use these items so maybe next week I'll try something different, but don't hold your breath as I love doing more is more cards.
Here we go then!!
Products used:-
Foundation Card- Black/ Coconut White
Sue Wilson- Festive Collection - Dove of peace
Sue Wilson- " " - Snowflake Background
Sue Wilson- " " - Snowflakes
Sue Wilson- " " - Classic Poinsettia- Open Petals
Sue Wilson- " " - Classic Poinsettia
Sue Wilson- " " - Holly Sprays
Creative Expressions- Glacier Ice
Sue Wilson- Snowflake Lattice- Embossing Folder
Creative Expressions- Snow Fibre Paper- for making poinsettias
How to make:-
I have made my usual matt & layering on both sizes and embossing the coconut white card.I covered all the the flakes with crystals. I then cut 2 of the background die and used a sticky sheet to adhere it to coconut card and then covered it with Glasier ice.
I then cut several of Sue's snowflake and poinsettia dies of various sizes and layered them as I thought looked good, but you might like a different take on it, it's totally up to you, you make it as personal as you like. The 2nd layer of the background die I attached using sticky pads to the sparkly background for dimension and arranged the poinsettias and snow flakes on top. Finally I cut 2 holly sprays and cut them to make leaves for the poinsettias.
I hope you like this one too.
Have a good, happy & healthy week
Big Hugs Always
Tina XX
Hello there Tina,
ReplyDeleteMy, have you had a worrying time! It's so hard when these things happen as we feel so helpless and as you say it just takes over your life for a while. I'm so glad you got good news and you and the family can relax and be thankful too I guess! We take so much for granted sometimes - well I know I do - then something pulls me up!
Well I have gone on a bit , sorry about that but I feel I know you although of course I don't really! I'm so pleased everything is ok!
Your card as usual is beautiful and you have inspired me to make white poinsettias . Yours are always stunning!
Lots of love from another night owl!
Love Myra xxx
Hi Myra
DeleteThank you Myra. No you haven't gone on, and yes, we can as a family breath again . We just think we are infallible as mum's and dad's and think we will be around forever. It was just a slap to say, don't take things for granted. I can tell you I have never been so scared, night time was the worse, mind working overtime. Anyway enough!! You can talk as long as you like on my blog Myra and thank you for this heartfelt comment, and so pleased you like the white poinsettias. Thank you
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina sorry to hear you have had to go through so much, I really do know how you must of been feeling I have cancer I have a brain tumour that's at the base of my brain so they can't get to it to remove so every few years when it grows a bit bigger I have to have chemotherapy an radiation treatment to shrink it, but when it 1st started it was all the waiting an the tests that got got to me I couldn't handle the not knowing, anyway on a good note I am still here to tell you your card is beautiful in fact it's stunning I love all the dies you have used its just fantastic.i love it. Take care Melody xXx
ReplyDeleteHi Melody
DeleteMy word Melody, I'm so sorry to read your news. I'm just so pleased they can keep it under control for you even though the treatment must be awful at the time. It's a fear I think we all live with and June, the lady after your message hit's the nail on the head when she said. When will they find a cure for it.
Bless you Melody, look after yourself. See you again soon, and thank you for taking time still to leave me a lovely comment too.
Big Gentle Hugs
Tina XX
Morning Tina, I am so pleased for you with the outcome of your health scare, I know what it is like as I too had one following a mammogram about 4 weeks ago, had to have biopsy but got the all clear, it is awful as you don't know for so long and everything as you say is put on hold, (my twin sister is in the same boat now and awaiting to see if she has C - when will they find a cure for it). Anyway I digress - todays card is beautiful, I now understand about the snow fibre paper, I have some of this, which I purchased from Julia Watts site, but I wasn't sure what to do with it - you have now answered this and given me ideas. I am loving todays card as I have already said, Sue's new festive dies are amazing.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your day and see you again next week, stay safe, healthy and happy, hugs, June Smith xxx
Hi June
DeleteThank you for your kind words June. I'm so pleased your biopsy was negative and you got the all clear and I pray your twin sister will have the same all clear and you two can get on with living again too.
Also thank you for leaving me a lovely comment, and really pleased to read you will be back next week. Happy Hugs to you too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Good morning Tina, Well you know how glad I am about your health scare,and the sleepless nights you had. But thankfully all is well,and you can be creative again. And you have been!! Wow this is a gorgeous card Tina! I love the al white look ,everything on this card is sooooo beautiful,be it design,flowers layering, stunning ! So far my favourite of your Christmas cards, shouldn't say that because all of them are exquisite.
ReplyDeleteTake care Tina, enjoy the rest of the week and unfortunately we have to wait for another week to see a beautiful Tina card,creation!!!
Talk soon again Tina big hug xxxxJane B.
Hi Jane
DeleteThank you Jane, you know I had lots of sleepless nights and nail biting days. It certainly puts life into perspective.
Every week I cut lots of things out and then think what on earth am I going to do with them. I also like white cards and I think this is my favourite one so far. Mind unless I scroll back to see what I've made so far For Christmas I can't remember as the others are already boxed and stacked in a bigger box.
I hope you get some more rain soon, not too much, just enough to cool it down for you.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina
ReplyDeleteYou've had a really rotten time just lately, you poor thing. Must've been absolutely horrible sitting around waiting for test results etc, I can't imagine how scared you must've been. Thankfully you are ok and I'm so pleased it turned out well for you. Your family and your crafts must've been a comfort and it certainly didn't affect the quality of your work at all, your cards have remained stunning throughout and this is another winter beauty. I'm loving the white on white on white, the textures, shapes and embellishments all work so wrll together. Pinning for when I'm stuck on my Christmas cards!
Hugs,
T x
Hi T
DeleteIt's bad enough having the biopsy's, but you're right it's the waiting that is the worse but so pleased, (that's an understatement) I got a good result. Paul was very supportive, and the family when we eventually let them in on it, and the crafting kept me grounded with a set day to publish my card. I have come close to the wire on several occasions and have been very late getting the card posted to Lucinda at CE but luckily she was very understanding. thank you T for your lovely comment too and another Pin to boot.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear what a rotten time you've had over the last few months, such a worry for you and your husband. We all have situations in our lives which become unbearable, these things come to try us but don't you think they make us stronger, I think the saying is "older and wiser" but we'll forget that one, so long as we come out the other end with a smile on our face (I can almost see yours from here :)). I'm very pleased for you that you can now sit back, relax and continue to enjoy life.
Oooh how much more lovelier can you make the poinsettias look - so so pretty. I seem to say this a lot to you :) but I love this card its so delicate and sparkly.
Have a lovely rest of the week, keep up the good work.
Angela (UK) x
Hi Angela
DeleteThank you for your kind thoughts Angela, and I agree with you we'll go for making us stronger definitely not the older & wiser saying and yes I'm still smiling like the cat that got the cream.
Thank you too for your lovely comment, another lady after my own heart that loves a bit ( Lot ) of sparkle in her life.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina
ReplyDeleteI think it is the feeling that you have no control over your life... you are constantly waiting for the next appointment, the next set of results. Thankfully you are well and clearly will be monitored much more closely (this is not a bad thing) so we can continue to enjoy your beautiful cards.
No, I am not sick of white as I do love white cards. They seem very elegant somehow. The poinsettias just scream Christmas but you can keep your snowflakes, way too cold for this Aussie.
Tina, when you make your cards, are they opening cards or just layers on a base? If they are just on a base, I assume you write the greeting etc on the back but what does the recipient do to display the card? I think part of making a beautiful card for a special someone is the knowledge that it will be displayed, albeit for a short while, as a piece of art.
Thanks again for all the inspiration, your cards are just beautiful.
Jan from NSW (currently holidaying in freezing cold and windy South Australia)
Hi Jan
DeleteLovely to see you again. You are so right about the waiting and the shock that you have to have further investigation and waiting for the next appointment. I don't know what else to say other than being so relieved, and yes the surgeon said they always do a follow up 1yr later.
Thank you for your comment, and I agree about the snowflakes. Our Summer this year has been very wet windy and grey, and to have snow I think would be icing on top of the Christmas cake!!
All my cards are folded cards with an insert for the message, and boxed just in case they want to keep it.
Looks like we are both suffering with the shivers.
Big Warm Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina so pleased about your news and hope you are feeling better .
ReplyDeleteA Gorgeous card today I love all your designs please keep them coming love them
jeanie
Hi Jeanie
DeleteThank you ,I am on top of the world now, and I promise I will keep the cards coming. Thank you!!
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina, I'm so glad the test were negative, I have had different test that were also negative so I know how you now feel. I just love the white cards with a Christmas theme and they have given me great ideas. I have just been asked to be on the DT for Honey Doo Crafts so have also been busy making cards.
ReplyDeleteHugs Clare xx
Hi Clare
Deletethank you for your kind thoughts, and I am equally pleased you also had good result. We think at the time you're the only one going through it, but just reading my messages it's scarey to see how many people go through the same things. Positive thoughts from now on and long may it continue.
Well Done You!!. What fantastic news about the DT position for Honey Doo Crafts, I'm really pleased for you. Also thank you for your lovely comment too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina,
ReplyDeleteOh I'm so pleased for you and your family that the results came out on the good side. You must have felt absolutely drained after waiting such a long time for the outcome. You keep celebrating lovely lady you deserve to. Life can be such a bitch (pardon the French!) at times but usually it is followed by sunshine so I hope the sun keeps shining on you and your family for a very long time.
Today's creation as always is exquisite and I would never get bored of white, glitter or poinsettias especially the way you show them off.....stunning!!
Love and a humungus hug for your good news Sheila xx
Hi Sheila
DeleteWe are over the moon with the result, but we can't believe that it 1st started in May and only found out the results a week ago and I still had to chase them for the results. I have to see my own doctor for some medication, but I am still thanking my lucky stars. I will raise a glass to you tonight my friend when I have my wine " CHEERS ".
Also Thank you Sheila for your beautiful comment, and for my humungus hug, most appreciated.
Sending you Big Hugs too
Tina XX
Oh, WOW, WOW!!! Your card is stunning, I for one don't get fed up with what you post,,your cards are always so beautiful. As you know I was so pleased when you told me you had got good results, yes it's times like this that you know life is something we take to lightly. Look forward to seeing one of your own cards. Hazel x
ReplyDeleteHi Hazel
DeleteThank you for the lovely comment and thank you for your advice on which vitamins to take. Hopefully when the Christmas season is finished I will be able to do more Tina type cards.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina,So gald you have got some good news. You must have had a terrible few weeks feeling drained with worry.You can now get your life back and have a great time.Bless you. Love the card (but then I always do) I always look forward to seeing your new card every week Lots and lots of hugs. Mary-Durham.
ReplyDeleteHi Mary
DeleteThank you for your kind thoughts Mary, and I will take your advice and have a great time. Really glad you like this week card and look forward to seeing you again next week.
Lots of Big Hugs to you too Mary
Tina XX
Hi Tina,
ReplyDeleteAnd you should never stop celebrating!! It would take me a very long time to come down from cloud 9 after the scare you've had and all you've been through. But don't forget to B R E A T H E...........
The card is lovely, I never get fed up of bling........ And white on white is a winning combination in my book.
Hugs, Rose
Hi Rose
DeleteThank you for the green light to keep celebrating Whoo Hooo, and I promise to keep breathing too!. Every one needs some bling, glad you like it too, Thank you Rose.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello Tina,
ReplyDeleteSending sunny thoughts across the miles to brighten your day and hoping the days ahead are the best. The card today is breathtaking.
Beverly
Hi Beverly
DeleteThank you for your sunny thoughts to brighten our days, they are so welcome, and lets hope all our days ahead will be the best, and thank you for your lovely comment on my card.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
So sorry Tina that you have had to go through this trial in your life. Praise God you are ok and can get on with your life without this heavy burden on your shoulders. Your cards are lovely and I have enjoyed seeing them. Thank you for sharing your cards and ideas with others.
ReplyDeleteHi SuzzieQ
ReplyDeleteWelcome to little piece of blog land, and Thank you so much for your lovely heartfelt comment.
Hope to see you again
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina, I too had to go through something similar, but my hubby is afraid of hospitals so I went on my own (hubby did say he would go if I wanted him to) After all the tests mine was benign too but so glad I didn't ignore it. So glad also you are on the road to recovery and such a beautiful card love white on white but my cards are not as good as yours.xx
ReplyDeleteHi Liz
DeleteOMG you are so brave to have gone through that on your own, I take my hat off to you and I am so pleased your outcome was benign too, we always get things checked out no matter how scared we are, mustn't thin it will go away. Well done you for doing it on your own. Really pleased that you are also looking on the bright side.
How Rude I haven't even welcomed you to my blog, welcome Liz, and I hope this won't be your last visit. Glad you you liked my card and you really mustn't underestimate your craft. I would love to see some of your work.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Gorgeous card. So sorry to hear you've had such a horrible time but glad you can put it all behind you-take care.
ReplyDeleteMichele
Hi Michele
DeleteThank you on both accounts, my health and my card. It'son it's way behind me already. Thank you Michele!
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Goodness me How awful for you I'm so glad you have had good news at the end of it all
ReplyDeleteYour card is an absolute work of art Saving my pennies to treat myself to the Pointsietta dies
Hi Karenlotty
DeleteThank you. it's onwards and upwards from here on in. What a lovely thing to say about my card. Keep saving you won't be disappointed, I would make them every day if I Could. Enjoy them when you get them.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello Tina,
ReplyDeleteYour Card Is Truly Tremendous I Love The White On White I Love The Fabulous Products You've Used
Starting With The Awesome Snowflake Embossing Folder Snowflake Background The Really Beautiful
Poinsettia's I Really Must Purchase Some Of The Snow Fibre Paper To Make My Poinsettia's.
Thanks For Sharing You Are One Very Talented Lady
Love And Hugs From Sam xxx
Hi Sam
DeleteThank you for leaving me such a lovely comment Sam. I hope you do buy this fibre paper, it really does give a lovely effect to the poinsettia's especially when you see them in real life.
Take care Sam
Big Hugs
Tina XX
A beautiful card I like this design and all your other one so classy x
ReplyDeleteHello Anonymous
DeleteWelcome to my blog, and Thank you for leaving this comment about my cards.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello TIna WOWSER Amazing card it's stunni love love it.( can you tell I love it ) your pointsettia are gorgeous & snowflakes as well.
ReplyDeleteTIna so very pleased for your good news it must have been horrible waiting for your results,so onwards & upward.
Take care love & Hug's Lynda xxxx
Hi Lynda
DeleteThank you, you always bring a smile to my face with your exuberant comment, and Thank you again for your best wishes and absolutely Onwards & upwards.
Big Hugs Lynda
Tina XX
Hello Tina, I'm sorry to be so late in commenting. First of all I think it's shocking that you had to wait so long for a diagnosis, it must have been agony for you and your hubby. But now you can live your life to the full with big smiles on your face. I am so happy for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteIt almost seems mundane to comment on your card after that, but it's beautiful and I love it. I agree, crafting helps us in lots of ways.
Much love and hugs
Maureen xxx
p.s. I finally met Hazel and Patricia yesterday after we had to cancel when my brother died. They are lovely!!! xxx
Hi Maureen
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Maureen. Everytime I went back for the result she said we need to do, and so it went on with no reassurance. Anyway,thank goodness.It was a positive outcome.
I'm so sorry about your brother, it is really hard to lose a sibling especially when you are close, it's a big gap in your life and can never be filled. In the last 8 yrs I have lost my oldest sister and my youngest brother, both real characters in their own way, I still miss them.
It's not mundane when you leave such a lovely comment, and I'm really pleased you had a good day with Hazel & Patricia yesterday.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
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ReplyDeleteHi Boss
DeleteThank you Steph.
You have been there every step of the way behind the scenes. you have been a good friend to me and we have shared so many similar things with our family's. ( how strange ), but lovely.
Thank you for liking my cards and for you lovely comments on CE blog Too.
We are women, we are strong!! Quite right.
Big Hugs Steph
Tina XX
Good morning Tina,
ReplyDeleteHazel has been been keeping me "up to speed" on your problem.
So happy to hear all is well and you have won though.
Your card is absolutely amazing, so much work and so much beauty.
I have been keeping away from Blogs where the person that caused trouble visits.
I just had to "bite the bullet" to let you know I have been thinking of you.
Keep well, enjoy every day, life is good.
Love & Hugs
Patricia xxx
Hi Patricia
DeleteHazel has been helpful to me. I remembered she said for Anthea to take certain Vitamins when Anthea was going through her cancer treatment, but I couldn't remember them. So I went on that same course.Thank you for thinking of me Patricia.
Also thank you for leaving me a lovely comment about my card too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Absolutely stunning card Tina
ReplyDeleteWonderful
Maggie