Just checking in

[MIDA78466]

I've been missing in action for the last few months and will probably be missing for at least another month or so.

The last couple of months have been like this for me:

I had two separate foot surgeries, the last one being a month ago today. Still recovering.

I've been sick twice with stupid sinus infections and coughing my head off. The coughing was so bad I tore the cartilage in my chest and have been in excruciating pain. Still not better.

My dad had surgery for bladder cancer, had a complication and almost bled to death. I spent two days with him and my mom at the hospital.

My assistant was out for 5 weeks to care for her ailing mother.

Then my dearly beloved husband had a heart attack on 11/17. He is fine now--had stent put in. Follows up with the cardiologist this week.

For the next two weeks I'll be traveling with my job.

I have no idea when I'll get Christmas decorations up much less have time to scrap.

I do stop in and check the forum on occasion just to check to see what's up.

Wishing all of you a very blessed holiday season.

[kikimama]

Oh my goodness, what a time you've had. I hope life gets smoother for you now!

[Jen D]

That is too much for anyone to handle Sending prayers that you see a light at the end of the tunnel very soon!

[lisa.hinrichs]

I hope the worst is behind you, don't forget to take care of yourself. . . .

[Nancy Beck]

Oh my goodness Terry! That's a lot for anyone! Wish we could be closer in miles to offer you some help!

[earlofoxford]

Oh, Terry, your plate is overflowing and not in a good way. Sorry about all the challenges you've been facing and hope the Christmas season brightens things up for you. Praying for better times for you.

[Squeak]

Holy moly, Terry! I'm so sorry to read of everything that's been going on with you, and am glad to read that Craig is okay. Here's hoping for a joyous and peaceful Christmas season for you and yours.

[maureenreynolds]

Terry, I knew you were far from footloose with those surgeries but man, you got a whammy of a time!

So glad to hear you and Craig are now ok. Lots of love, and lots of virtual hugs!

[digigrandma]

Terry, I just this morning thought of you and wondered what could be keeping you from scrapping. Now, I find this thread! I am so sorry for all that has come crashing down around you this past month. Thankfully, Craig got the help he needed with stent surgery. I pray he continues to do well and that you will stay well after all this stress. I miss seeing scrapbook pages about your life, but, I will be patient until you arrive at a time and place that is more conducive to scrapping. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

[MINIDEB]

Terry, good luck with everything you have going on.... sounds like its been a tough few months - hope all settles down for a bit.

[blhdvm]

WOW Terry - you have certainly had a full plate. Hoping your life gets back to more normal pace!

[esther_a]

Oh, my! Terri what a torrid time you've had!! I can see why scrapping and chatting taking a back seat. I hope things settle down for you soon.

[cstaff]

Lots on your plate Terry... hope you are all on the mend and can get back to a normal life. Prayers are with you...

[justmp]

Thanks for checking in!! I sure hope things slow down for you soon...it sounds like it's been ROUGH!

[home in ottawa]

You were one of the folks that I was missing....Sorry that things have been so rough. Hope that this is the beginning of an upswing....

[grandma lynnie]

Whoa! I'm glad you had a few minutes to check in. It sounds like you have had a very rough few months! I hope life calms down a little for you. We miss you!

[tracermajig]

Oh wow Terry! It sure sounds like a rough few months for you! Praying that things settle down for you soon!

[mugsbigsis]

OMGosh, Terry! You need to just lay low, watch movies and snack on fun stuff. I'm so sorry. Hopefully this means that 2012 is going to be glitch free. Take care.

[TU_Jenn]

Wow Terry - what a rough few months - I hope that during the holiday season you'll be able to take a bit of family time..

[Scrapbird]

Oh, wow! You are an amazing woman to have endured all this the way you have. Here's hoping for (much) better days ahead.

[blkcow]

Here's hoping for a stressless 2012. I'm so sorry for all that has been thrown at you the past little while. I will keep in in my thoughts and prayers.

[Lisa Pate]

Praying for you Terry! You are going through so much right now. I hope your body can find time to heal!

[echogirl]

Oh Terry what a month! Hope that all continues to improve for you and your family!

[Amson]

So sorry to hear about your difficult month. I really hope and pray that your family health improves rapidly.

[thessh]

I do hope everything will ease off a little bit for you, Terry!
That you and your family will be in good health for the upcoming holidays and have some time for rest and relaxation!

[PaulaSG]

What a rough time you've had Terry! I hope the worst is behind you and that you get to have a peaceful and relaxing holiday season.

[katie pertiet]

Oh Terry, life has dealt you quite a bit. Thanks for checking in and we'll be thinking of you and wish you a blessed holiday too and good health and happiness in the new year.

[kathie02]

Wow Terri, you have sure had more than your fair share lately. Glad your husband is doing better. Hope you have smooth sailing from here on out...hugs...

[readstoomuch]

Goodness Terry . . . you have been snowed under for sure. I am so sorry for all that has befallen you and pray that you and those around you will heal quickly. I'm so glad that Craig is o.k. . . . and hope too that your father will be on the mend soon too. I've missed seeing you here.

[anke]

Ohmygosh, Terry, I had no idea about Craig, I am so sorry!!! That must have been so scary! I haven't even checked your (or anybody elses for that matter) blog lately. You need some rest there girl!!