I thank each and everyone of you for all your thoughts prayers and messages that you have sent for Claire and Toby and us as a family. We were so surprised and saddened to hear that we are not the only ones that have gone through losing a baby/ babies, and my heart goes out to you all, it doesn't matter how long ago it happened they are still your baby's and so sad they are memories to hold and to cherish.
I have not been in here for a while as Claire has had a complete breakdown and poor Toby is hanging on by a thread. We are all so scared he's going to break soon. When Evie was born he had only been at his new job for 2 months- ish and was still on the probation period. Although they were so pleased with his work before he took time off to grieve, when he went back they started the probation all over again and are putting so much pressure on him and he's not coping at all well as he is so worried about Claire and, keeping a roof over their heads if they decide not to keep him on, it's so unfair. I can't believe a time when a couple have been dealt such a sad ordeal, and as parents you want totake the pain away and make everything better, but we can't. We have never felt so useless. We go over Claire's everyday on shifts. Erica (MIL) goes over most mornings, I go over from 12-5pm and Paul does 5-7pm until Toby gets home. Our life pattern is so different now and we are all so so tired.
The inlaws are away on holiday this week in Portugal, and Paul is away too, for work, so it is just me Claire and Toby. Claire has some wonderful friends that I can call on if I need a break. I also need to get back home for the little addition to Drakes Field Cards, it's our little " Half pint " aka Ellie. She is coming up to 10 months old and is knee high to a grass hopper but has a Great dane size of love to give. I found her on the Blue cross web site and fell in love immediately. In between seeing Claire, I went to see Ellie everyday for 2 weeks for an hour or so every day, so that we could get to know each other before all the paperwork was finalized and we could bring her home, we even got Claire out of the house to meet Ellie one day, and it was love at first sight. this little bundle has just snuggled into our family life, even although she is going through the terrible 2's at the moment and wants to chew everything. It might end up me taking her to the dentist to have her teeth out, ( not really )! Ellie has eaten a lot of my crafting items. When I have given in and had a snooze in my workroom chair thinking she was sound asleep on my lap, only to wake up to roses, boxes, and even a plug chewed to pieces. So pleased I'm paranoid about electricity and it was turned off. needless to say we have lifted everything off of the floor now.
Enough about me now. I would love to know what you have all been doing while I have been away. I need to try and get back into some kind of routine. We have been told we all need to plan a daily thing to achieve and a weekly thing to achieve. I can only think of crafting, but need some umpf to do it. I did make Claire and Toby an anniversary card as you can see, and I sat up all night to make it as Paul said I couldn't buy them one they would appreciate one of yours more. So this is what I came up with, as Claire now associates daffodils with Evelyn, because it was Mothers day the last day they spent with Evie in the hospital, and the nurses sent Claire a vase of daffodils and a message from Evie. Heart braking for them both.
I just wanted to call in and say hello to you all as you have all been so kind with your thoughts and prayers. I think there is still a long way to go, but knowing you are all here really is a blessing. Thank you all so Much from the bottom of my heart.
I will be back soon,I feel I need to.
Much love to all of you, and thank you for being here for us, I can't put into words how much you all mean to me. XXXX
The Biggest Hugs Always
Tina XX
Hello Tina,
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy that you feel strong enough to pop in, and want you to know that I have thought and prayed for all your family since that awful day.
If it is any help, it is 45 years for me and it is true that time does help. I never forget, and always have a quiet day on "that" day.
Take care, look after yourself because they need your support and I think crafting will help you, when you can be bothered to do anything. We will still be here, looking for you.
Love and God bless,
Maureen xxx
Hi Maureen
DeleteThank you so much Maureen, that means so much. My goodness we just don't know the half of what people have had to go through. 45 years is a long time, but doesn't make it any less painful, and we all need our special little quiet days. Thank you for sharing with me Maureen.
Big Hugs Maureen
Tina XX
Tina, lovely to have you back, I have been checking to see if you have. You take as much time as you want we will all still be here for you. I am so sorry to read that Claire is not good. What and added worry for you all, especially poor Toby who is trying to do his job and still grieve plus worry about Claire, yes in this day and age firms don't care! They just want the work done. You will have to make sure you don't become ill yourself with trying to look after every one! What a wee cute your new member to the family. Vicks vapour rub is good to stop chewing rub a very small amount on things, they don't like the smell or taste. Harris didn't take long to find out about the taste and smell. Early this year when I had this terrible virus thing and I used Vicks to help he wouldn't come near me as I smelt of Vicks. He's 9 yet he remembered. Your card for Claire and Toby is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteTake care, just take a day at a time. Hazel X
Hi Hazel
DeleteIt's so lovely to hear from you again and to know you will still be here, thank you! Life is hard at the moment, but nothing we can't deal with as a family thank goodness. Toby's firm would be the worst for letting him go ( hopefully they won't) as he was held in the highest by the BBC. He only left to be closer to home when our baby was due. I'll be OK as long as Claire is OK.
We had a good day today, we even laughed at something on the telly, and i saw a smidgen of my Claire Bear again, and that meant so much to me.
Thank you for the vick's tip. I will get my pot out tonight. I need to coat under the bed big time as she thinks that is her own personal toy box, shoe's included.I only have a left footed flip flop left.
Thank you Hazel, talk soon
Big Hugs always Tina XX
Hi Tina
ReplyDeleteSo pleased you feel strong enough to visit your blog ,i will keep praying for Claire ,Toby and yourselves, it is such a shame firms class all staff as a number .
I have had worry and stress too Claire ,my lovely son who is only 38 was diagnosed with Cancer in March, and we are still waiting to see what has to be done , today we will have more results after a cat scan to see if nodules to the kidney { i think } are blocked God Willing , or if it is more Cancer,if it is then i am afraid it is a Major Operation , i just hope we will not go into another week of waiting and stress . He started a new job too with Bently Motors only 6 months ago he loves the job , then this has to happen life is so cruel at times .
We just have to keep praying and be there for our children .
God Bless
Elaine H X
Thank you so much for your prayers for us all Elaine, bless you too. You too are going through a mum's worst nightmare. If you are up to it I would love to hear from you again regarding your son's results. I pray it is not a major op for your son and that there is no more cancer. My goodness Elaine I will have everything crossed for you my friend, and you are so right , life is so cruel sometimes,but hopefully it will give you some good news this time around.
DeleteWe live a few miles away from the Bently ( Straight Eight ) showrooms in Bramshaw , based in the New Forest, and drive by it and think, my goodness, when I win the lottery. Hey Ho! Wouldn't it be lovely to meet him one day in their new showrooms. hopefully buying a convertible.
Big Hugs Always Elaine
Tina XX
The Biggest Hugs Ever Elaine ((XX))
Hi Elaine
DeleteI just want to send you, your son and all your family my best wishes. Your boy is a little younger than me and I just wish him all the luck in the world. I'll be thinking of him and you all. Sending all of you big hugs, T xxx
So pleased you felt able to pop in for a visit. Will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThank you Littlelamb, I can't tell you how much that means. X
DeleteBig Hugs
Tina XX
Happy morning to my friend Tina, oh how I have missed you, been worried but of course knew you had a lot going on. It is to be expected that Claire, Toby and the rest of you will have reacted the way you all have, we never know in life's tapestry how these things will affect us but the main thing is to be there for each other, don't try to be strong, grieve as much as you can but also know that little Evie will always be a part of your lives. Oh how I remember this time so well even though it was 8 years ago, seems as fresh now as it did then.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that Toby will be OK, my Dad always said, 'what will be, will be' and it is so true. What ever happens with his job is, I feel, destined to be.
The anniversary card you have made is absolutely stunning, I so love the way you have done the daffodils, any chance of a tutorial on them when you feel up to it.
So what has been happening with me, well I went into hospital on the 15th April to have both my ovaries removed as I had 2 very large cysts on them. Op all went well and I came home 3 days later. I was in a lot of pain but expected that, went to the wound clinic 5 days after the op to have the clips removed, only to find that 3 of them had been put in wrongly, they had to get another nurse to hold me down whilst they twisted each of them out, oh my goodness did I scream..........the tears were streaming down my face, and I kept saying that I was sorry, I ask you a grown woman of 68 crying like a baby. Anyway the upshot of that was that I got a massive infection in the wound, the pain was so bad I asked for Dr for some antibiotics but that didn't help so I contacted the wound clinic again, I have been going to see them every couple of days for nearly 5 weeks now, but am pleased to say that at last the final area that was infected appears to be healing, have got another appointment tomorrow and am hoping when they take the dressing off that the area has healed over, fingers crossed. My hubby has been so good but even he is fed up with it now, he said he is going to get a red cross and blue light fitted to our car...........cheeky devil.
Anyway you keep in touch as miss you terribly, even if it is just to say hi and let us know how things are going especially with Ellie, she is adorable by the way.
Stay strong, safe, healthy and happy, hugs, my friend, June Smith xxx
Hi June
DeleteI've missed you too. It has been the most difficult time in our lives, but reading your very private message of your loss it's heartbreaking, and I'm so sorry for your precious losses you mentioned in your previous message, but so pleased they are so happy now.
I cannot imagine what you have been through June. The op sounds bad enough, but the to take the clips out only 5 days later sounds barbaric. I felt your pain just reading this. I'm just so pleased you are on the mend, I hope your next appointment was good news.
I will look forward to doing a tutorial. I said to Paul that you had asked for one, and he said, at last maybe you can get back to some kind of normality. all being well I will do one at the weekend.
Thank you June
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello Tina,
ReplyDeleteI have been checking in from time to time as you have never gone out of my thoughts and prayer. What a time of it you have all had and I'm so very sorry that Claire has been so unwell. It's not surprising though . I just hope and pray that she begins to feel better very very soon not just for her sake but for everyone who loves and cares for her.
Please take care of yourself too - maybe popping in here from time to time will help you! I'm not being selfish , honestly , I really mean it!
Your little doggie is lovely - are you it was her who chewed everything! She looks much too cute to do a thing like that!
Your card Tina is beautiful and the daffodils are so realistic! You have a real talent for flowers as you get colour and shading just spot on.
We had a Robin pay us a visit into the conservatory last week , I think it was. He just hopped in. They are so friendly aren't they! I had to gently shoo him out as he couldn't find the door! I mustn't ramble on! Lovely to have you back! Take care my dear!
Lots of love, Myra xxx
Hi Myra
DeleteThank you Myra. Claire and I have had a couple of lovely days together ( Monday & Tuesday ), We haven't done anything special it's just been mum and daughter time, so precious!, we had a lovely afternoon today (Tuesday ), we actually had a laugh at something silly on the telly. It was such a little break through, but lovely. I saw my little Claire Bear again.
Really glad you liked Claire & Toby's card, and also my little half pint puppy. OK, YOU WIN it was me that chewed the shoe's I just have someone to blame now.I like a bit of leather! OOOh eer missus that sounds dodgy.
I promise I will call in more often Myra ( Hard Luck, can't get rid of me for long ).
How lovely to have a beautiful little robin visit your conservatory. I can just picture you trying to get the robin out.
Sending you big my friend
Tina XX
You take care too, see you soon Myra
Big Hugs
Tina XX
I will try and come back more often as I am missing you all too
Sorry Myra, that was meant to read. I saw my little Claire Bear smile again, and I was sending you big hugs my friend.
DeleteHad another mother daughter day today, watched the same program and made her laugh out loud, so lovely to hear that again. See you here again soon. X
Please don't apologise my friend! There is no need for that! I knew what you meant - predictive text hits us all! How I wish I were near enough to give you a real hug! I can't believe you have managed to respond to all the posts! I hope you all have a restful, peaceful holiday weekend. Thinking of you all! Xxx
DeleteYour Card is beautiful. Sorry I can't think of anything of any use to say to you, I have no idea of the pain you must all be feeling. The only thing I can say is I send you all my love and hope you all start to feel a little better soon. Take care.
ReplyDeleteHi Lynn
DeleteThank you so much. I'm sure with all the lovely thoughts and prayers from you & the ladies on my blog we can take strength from you all.
Glad you liked the card too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
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ReplyDeleteHi Tina, your last month have been so hard and difficult for you and your family. One of the inherent limitations of its resilience that everything, I'm so sorry. For such situations, there are never the right words ........... Sorry, my english is not so good, but I try to give my best and the right words.
ReplyDeleteI wish all of you many beautiful glimpses and moments in your life.
This card is quite wonderful, these flowers are an absolute dream. Very fine that you now craft again, I like the art you do.
Thank you too for the nice photos of the little dog and his sweet little friend.
Many hugs, blessing and never-ending hope Petra
Hi Petra
DeleteYour English is amazing, and I thank you so much for your lovely words of comfort. you used the right words thank you again.
I'm so pleased you liked Claire & Toby's card, and thank you for the compliment on my crafting. My little dog needed a home at a time we needed something to love too, she is very special.
Sending many hugs to you too, and thank you for being here for us all.
Tina XX
My prayers and thoughts continue for each of you as you go through this sad time - prayers for strength for each of you and recovery and peace. An extra prayer that Toby continues in his job and that he will be happy there. Tina, please ask for help. All of you need good sleep so your mind and bodies and heal and adjust. Claire and Toby's anniversary card you made them is lovely. Try to make a few more cards to lift your spirits. Take care my sweet friend.
ReplyDeletehi SuzzieQ
DeleteI can't believe how lovely you have been to keep us in your thoughts and prayers, it really does mean a lot to us. We have everything crossed for Toby that he can hang on in there for another 6 weeks. If not we will be here to help them out. I must admit I'm pretty tired, but when I feel Claire and Toby are on the right road I'll ask for help then.
So pleased you liked their anniversary card, and I will try to make more cards, promise!
Big hugs to you my friend
Tina XX
Hi Tina
ReplyDeleteSo pleased you managed to come on the blog but sorry to hear Clare and Toby are stuggling i just wished we could do more .
My thoughs and prayers are with you and family Godbless
jeanie
Hi Jeanie
DeleteJust you being here for us means so much Jeanie, Thank you for your thoughts & prayers too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello Tina. I was so pleased to see you had popped in to your blog. I have been looking to see if you were there. I think about you most days. My heart goes out to Claire and Toby. I hope his job is safe they certainly don't need anymore tragedies. Take care of yourself. God bless Loraine Jefferis xx
ReplyDeleteHi Loraine
DeleteThank you Loraine. We have everything crossed for Toby & his job. He got sent away overnight last week and the company he had to help sent a fantastic email to his company, so fingers crossed they realise what they have in Toby, and to get a response like that even when he is going through a devastating time in his life. We are very proud of him.
thank you for being here Loraine
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina,
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are back on the blog, I looked everyday except yesterday! But I had you all in my prayers every day. Just talked to you and saw the pictures, the anniversary card is gorgeous Tina love the daffodils, but then you are the flower queen!!anyway!
The little dog is very sweet, looks innocent while sleeping!
Make sure Tina that you yourself gets enough rest to be able to be strong for Claire and Toby too.
Hope all goes well and you soon can find the strength to be creative again Tina.
Big hugs for you all , love Jane B.
Thank you Jane & Henk. I loved your phone call, and speaking to you after such a long break was wonderful. So pleased you have settled into your new home too.
DeleteThank you, glad you like the card, coming from an artist, that's a lovely comment.
Half pint sleeping, when awake really does look sweet doesn't she, but when awake she is a whirling dervish, love her to pieces!
I will be in touch soon Jane
Love to you & Henk
Tina XX
Hello Tina it's lovely to here from you your card is Gorgeous WOW + 7 for you flowers.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry Claire is feeling so low but understandable just hope she feels better very soon poor Toby he must be so worried for Claire & with added worry for his job. Please TIna take care of yourself too.Ellie is gorgeous so cute with her toy..
Your have all been in my thoughts & prayers since that dreadful day & you still are.
Lots of love TIna my Dear friend Lynda xxxxx
Hi Lynda
DeleteMy goodness a 7+ Thank you, bless you Lynda.
All we can do is keep everything crossed for Toby and his job, and hope things turn out in their favour.
I'll be fine Lynda, just coming home to our little puppy dog is a blessing, not forgetting our beautiful old Summer and the other 3 puss cats.
Thank you so much for keeping us in your thoughts, I can't tell you how much that means to us all. Bless you.
lots of love to you too
Tina XX
Just to say, it does get better, but takes time and you never forget. I have been there, so know how she is, you never think the hurt can go but it does slowly. After time. Thinking of you all.
ReplyDeleteHi Mollyd
DeleteI'm so sorry that you have also been in this awful sad place, my heart goes out to you too. Thank you for telling us that this awful pain will go with time. Sending you big hugs too Molly.X
Tina XX
Hi Tina. It's lovely to hear from you. I have thought of you and your family over these last few months. Sorry to hear that Claire and Toby are still having such a difficult time, but as they say time is a great healer and with the support of family and friends they will get there. Love your card and the pictures of your new little half pint she is gorgeous. Take care of yourself and sending big hugs to you all,
ReplyDeleteBest Wishes.
Denise T x
Hi Denise
DeleteIt's lovely to have popped in and seen so many lovely comments, such lovely heartfelt comments it's wonderful. Thank you so much for thinking of us all, it means so much.
Glad you liked the card and little half pint, she's soooo cute.
Sending you big hugs too Denise
Tina XX
Hi Tina - very sad to hear that Claire and Toby are having such a tough time, they were so strong at first but guess the reality finally comes to the surface. So hard. You must take care, too, little Ellie looks such a sweetie and just what's needed to lift your spirits. She sounds like a crafter!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful card with the special daffodils, as are all of your blog specials.
Wishing you all better days and sending hugs.
'P' in Wales
Hi 'P in Wales'
DeleteIt's just unbelievable that they could be put under even more stress, but we will get through this.
Glad you like little Ellie she is a complete joy, if not a lot naughty, I mean naughty, but nice!
Thank you for your lovely comment about the card too.
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina,Good to see you back.Life is so hard - don't let it get you down.Knowing you have friends out here who share your sadness might help -at least you can turn us on/off when you feel like. My heart goes out to you all and I wish I could give you a GREAT BIG CUDDLE.Your card is beautiful and ver special. Mary Durham
ReplyDeleteHi Mary
DeleteI can't put into words how much you have all meant to me here on my blog, and I thank you for returning too with even more beautiful thoughts, thank you! I wouldn't dream of turning any of you off. I just can't believe after such a long break you are still here, Bless you. I think I have felt your big cuddle in all your messages and send you one back.
Glad you like their card too.
Big Hugs Mary
Tina XX
Hello Tina,
ReplyDeleteI think of you and your family every day, the devastation that has happened to you all will take quite some time to come to terms with. I'm so sorry that Claire and Toby have the added stress of Toby's job problems in addition to their grieving for their little Evelyn, and they and you must grieve, as hard as it is, it is best not to hide it away. I hope it helps knowing that you all have so many people who care for you all and wish they could take some of the pain away.
Your anniversary card for Claire and Toby is absolutely stunning, you haven't forgotten how to make cards, that's for sure.
Your little dog, Ellie is gorgeous, I'm sure she will help you get through your days.
Sending lots of caring hugs for you all Tina, my heart goes out to you and your family xx
Pam, Thank you. Your heartfelt thoughts have been amazing. How lucky am I to have such lovely people visiting my blog. I can't put into words how wonderful you all are.
DeleteThings are tough at he moment as it is only me looking after Claire during the day, but I have to say thanks to an American program in the last few days I heard Claire laugh, that was the biggest pick me up for me. I know it's a one off, but I know my Claire is somewhere in all this sadness.
Thank you Pam for liking my card and our little Ellie, she has been a God send. Thank you for all your thoughts, hugs & prayers.
Big Hugs Pam
Tina XX
Hi Angela
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for thinking about us all this time, I know we will never forget,and in time we will get through this awful time and will gain strength that she touched our live for just a brief moment and made such a big impact.
I'm so sorry to read that you have lost babies, my heart goes out to you so much Angels X.
My little bundle is sat with me on my work chair as I speak. Even though she is tiny she still demands the majority of space. I'm thinking of putting legs on her dog basket and sitting in it myself, it's got a beautiful cushion in it. Spoiled or what!!
So glad you liked Claire's card. Thank you again Angela. Paul has told me I need to get back to normality. I just don't know what that is at the moment.
Sending you big hugs too
Tina XX
I meant to say. My heart goes out to you Angela, but on typing this it goes out to your Angels too.XX
ReplyDeleteHello Tina, lovely to see your beautiful card, Claire and Toby I'm sure loved it. Crafting will really help, I know it helps me as I can loose myself for a few hours before facing reality again.
ReplyDeleteYour little Ellie is so sweet.
Lots of crafty hugs Clare xxx
Thank you Clare, they did love the card and crafting does help, but not able to lose myself in that at the moment. Maybe when Paul gets home from his trip for work and the in-laws get back from holiday I might be able to make a card or two.
DeleteEllie is a little beauty, but at night short of suspending the bed from the ceiling there is nothing on the floor, but she found one of the cats plastic balls with a bell in it. The ball was in pieces but I still can't find the bell. When I told Claire she said did you shake her. Hopefully it will turn up indoors or outdoors soon if you understand what I mean!
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hi Tina
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely to hear from you again but it's with the mixed emotions that Claire, Toby and all of you understandably feel grief so deeply and are still hurting so much. You are all in my thoughts and have been ever Since.
It's so unfair that Toby has to struggle with work as I'd have thought paternity rights would give him time off. I am so pleased your Claire Bear came back for a glimpse, that's the best thing I've heard today.
Such an adorable little pup, The right dog appears at the right time and I feel Ellie will be a big part in everyone's starting to see the good in the world again. I may have to give Billy a different nickname as I call him "little dog". Ridiculous as he stands about 27" at the shoulder and weighs 30kg!
I hope you are able to do more crafting, we all know how good it is to help with any problems we have or just to relax (wishing I could take my own advice lol). The card is stunning, beautiful daffodils.
We'll all be here, when you're ready. Hugs to all the family and Billy sends cuddles to you and Ellie. He's sent you some baby pictures, I've emailed, check your junk folder if you've had nothing from the two of us. Same applies though, when you're ready we're here.
Hugs, T xxx
Hi T
DeleteI read your email this morning and thought when I get back from Claire's I would reply. My word T you are having such a tough time at the moment and you still find time to write that long email, bless you. I will reply to that tomorrow and chat more.
I love the fact that you call Billy little dog, and we say to visitors I hope you're not scared of Rottweilers, and then the midget appears.
Thank you for being here for us all, your a star.
Talk soon, promise X
Big Hugs Tina XX and ankle hugs to Billy from half pint.
Tina XX
Hi Tina, Nice to see you back. Beautiful card gorgeous daffodils. I hope things get a little easier with time, you now need to heal and stay strong.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you all Luv Theresa xx
Hi Theresa
DeleteGlad you like their card,and it is lovely to see you here again too. We know it's time, that's all we have. Little steps! Thank you TOB.X
Big Hugs
Tina XX
Hello Tina flower,
ReplyDeleteClaire and Toby's anniversary card must have been the hardest card you have ever made because deep inside you know that it wouldn't be for them however much you wanted it for them. Their card is beautiful flower and it comes from the one lot of people who understand what it is for them. Poor Claire, as i know that feeling oh so very well and i wouldn't wish it to come to anyones door, but trying to lift yourself up from that deep, deep well of grief and distress is just so very hard. I know that you have read our various comments and stories of what we have suffered our selves flower but it wasn't to make you feel sorry or anything like that for us, it was so you knew that when we say we understand some of us, we really do and know just how hard it is to go on and pick yourself back up. It never goes away flower but what i will say is you learn to deal with it better. A mother would move heaven and earth to take away the pain that their child is going through, but sometimes you just need to accept that you can't, but you're there to pick up the pieces when she is ready. I hope that Claire and Toby both get the help or understanding that they need, and as for his employer i don't think very much of them to be putting this poor lad under even more pressure when he is trying to grief for his child and trying to hold on to what's left at the moment of his wife. I hope flower that some time soon you may see a smile even the tiniest on the face of your beloved wee girl and that she turns that dark corner soon. Sending hugs and my prayers for all of you lovely lady and know that i hope your prayers are answered soon,
love and crafty hugs
Norah (glenochil village) x
Hi Norah
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to see you from here again, Thank you Norah.
Claire & Toby are finally seeing a councilor together. It has taken this long to find someone that likes to assess them together and then decide if they need to do separate counseling for fear of upsetting each other. It's going to be a long slow road. My heart goes out to them, but all we can do is be there at the drop of a hat when bad day comes with a vengeance. I have to say this week I have had Claire to myself as everyone else has been away for work or on holiday. We have had tears & Laughter, but yesterday one of her work colleagues came over to see her for the 1st time. A difficult day, but another first achieved so it won't be so bad next time.
I wish I could wave a magic wand and make everything at it should be. If only!
Thank you for your love & hugs Norah, I'll pass them on
Big Hugs
Tina XX
It's lovely to see you back Tina. What s beautiful card, I'm sure Claire and Toby loved it and appreciated the stunning daffodils that you made for it. I do hope the counselling helps them, they need all the professional support that they can get. The saying that time is a great healer is true and I pray that the day soon comes when Claire and Toby can start to look forwards to happier times. We all feel equally concerned for you and Paul. Parents push their own emotions and concerns to the back when their children need them but you need to consider yourselves too. No doubt your new addition will bring you joy - once you've had all her teeth out! - pets are a great comfort as well as good company. My love and hugs to you all and God bless. Love, Pat x
ReplyDeleteHi Pat
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you here again too. Claire & Toby did like their card and it's now in Evelyn's room. Claire & Toby go back on Wednesday to see the Councillor, they seemed to like her and found her easy to talk too, so that's a good start. Last week was tough going for me as I was on my own, now the inlaws are back from holiday & Paul is back home after a week away for work, so maybe I can catch up on some work around the house or garden, Weather permitting.
Our new addition is cute, she has a way of looking at you that melts your heart, but when you wake in the morning to find a pair of Paul's shoes have been pulled out from a box under the bed to find she preferred the right foot and had chewed one side of the shoe completely, and also the right shoe of a pair of new wedges (their mine not Paul's )was also chewed. We think she has an accomplice. We think that might be Mo the cat, as my shoes were off the floor. I think Mo knocks them on the floor for Half pint to chew knowing that she will be in trouble in the morning. Don't you just love Em!!
Love & hugs to you too Pat, Thank you
Tina XX
Well done love xx
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ReplyDeleteHi Tina, I did reply direct to your post,but it does not show up on here so not sure if you received it, but I would hate you to think that I had ignored you, especially at this difficult time. I am so pleased that you were able to send out this post knowing how difficult it must have been for you.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that the love you have for one another will help you all to get through this sad time.
Evie will always be part of your lives and will hold a very special place in your hearts. and I am sure she knew how much she was loved and wanted.
Your card is beautiful and I am sure it will be treasured by Claire and Toby.
Ellie is beautiful and I am sure will bring you lots of fun and a few annoying moments, its amazing how quickly they become part of the family. Would love to see some photos in the future
Please take care of yourself Tina and come back to us when you feel able, as I am sure we will all still be here.
Love and hugs to you all
Wendyx
Hi Wendy, no sorry, I didn't receive your 1st message and it's lovely to hear from you again, I would not for one moment think you ignored me. Bless you Wendy.
DeleteIt's a really tough at times to watch Claire & Toby, but with lots of hugs & tears we will get to a happier times and Evie, as you say is already locked in that special place in my heart.
Glad you liked their card too, that is in Evie's room now.
Ellie has taken over the house, and has made herself very much at home, and we dote on her. She's too cute not too.
Thank you Wendy for saying you'll be back. I was hoping to do a tutorial, but the bank holiday took over and set all my plane back a step.
Sending love & hugs to you too.
Tina XX
Hi Tina
DeleteI'm so glad you feel you can blog again.
Little Evie will never be forgotten and as you say there are so many people who have been affected by this type of loss.
The card you have made is stunning and crafting is very theaupitc.
Hugs to you all xx