Nov 2, 2016

Thank You



Just a quick, but very sincere, thank you -- I very much appreciate all the comments left on my last two blog posts.  In addition to those comments, I've received emails and cards (and flowers and fruit, etc).  Made this card a while ago and thought I'd share (sorry for the photo quality).

I also thought I'd provide an update on how I am doing.

Pretty much over the surgery to implant the cardiac defibrillator and I'm trying to adjust to it. I no longer burst into tears at the idea of it going off.  In fact, I double dog dared it to go off and it didn't, so it clearly is afraid of me.

Good.

Mike and I are doing a bit of traveling here and there, so that provides lots of opportunities for me to get some exercise by walking.  As long as I take it easy, I can walk without getting short of breath most of the time and that makes me happy!

Hope you have some happiness too.




15 comments:

Starla said...

Great card and so glad you are breathing easier, both figuratively and literally!!

Unknown said...

I'm so happy you are doing better. One step at a time. Love the card and that shading under the pumpkins is awesome! Big hug and love to you <3

Debbie Olson said...

So glad that you are starting to feel better, Joan! Clearly your sense of humor is intact--REALLY glad for that too! ;-)

Deborah Frings said...

I'm so glad you're feeling better. Take care of yourself. Sending hugs xx

Kimberly Eddy said...

So happy to see a post from you!! Warm hugs!!

Diane Jaquay said...

Glad to hear you're doing well, Joan, wishing you the best! Enjoy your travels :)

Margarita Navarro-Rivera said...

Glad to hear that you are doing better! Have a good time on your travels. Love the card!

merryf said...

Joan you've been in my thoughts and I'm so glad to hear an update from you! Sending big hugs and best wishes for continued walking and traveling and even some card-making!

Leslie Miller said...

I've missed you and every amazing CAS card you come up with. Always something different and expertly crafted. The card is a good sign that you're feeling in better spirits which, I think, is a big part of the battle. Enjoy every little thing you do.

Jeanne H said...

Funny, just yesterday I re-read your post and looked up the definitions. So I was thinking of you! Am so glad you are feeling well enough to get out and about. Yay for you. Take good care.

Lisa Elton said...

This is such a delightful autumn card! Happy to hear you are doing well ;)

Sabrina said...

So happy to see a post - and card - from you, Joan, and one that sounds upbeat and optimistic about the future.

Joyce said...

This is a fantastic card. Love the colors and that sweet, hand drawn frame. I don't get here very often, so I browsed back a little and read about your heart condition. I am glad to see you crafting, and wish you a speedy and healthy recovery.

Julia Aston said...

what a sweet card Joan B - so glad you are adjusting and traveling too - will surely take you mind off things and hopefully be enjoyable! Julia xx

TK said...

I've been thinking of you, and definitely missing your amazing posts! While your card is wonderful, I mainly just want to wish you the very best, let you know you're being prayed for, and understanding that you will return to us when you can. Take care!!!