Monday, 17 October 2011

Horrible week!

I have had a horrible week. My dad suffered a heart attack, and then a massive stroke and died very suddenly on Thursday. It happened in Bournemouth, mum and dad were on their way back from holiday. I went back to Brighton with my mum and sister and then had to rush back to Bristol as my son James (7) fell off the monkey bars at school, badly breaking his left arm just above the elbow (he's left handed typically!). He needed surgery to straighten the bone and will need another little operation to remove the wire holding the bones in place in about a month. He's in a lot of pain and off school. Needless to say it's all a bit much!

I think polymer clay will be what keeps me sane over the next while.
Posted by Cara Jane at 05:10

22 comments:

  1. Mª Reyes17 October 2011 at 05:13

    Lamento mucho lo que te ha sucedido, ánimo, has de ser fuerte. Recibe mis saludos. Besos

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  2. ankhena17 October 2011 at 05:19

    I am so sorry for your loss. Still miss my dad.

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  3. Fiona17 October 2011 at 05:28

    Oh I'm so sorry. What an awful week. xx

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  4. Roberta Warshaw17 October 2011 at 05:38

    Oh my God Cara. I am so very sorry about your dad. What a sad shock for you. And your son breaking his arm as well. Take care of yourself and know we are all thinking of you.

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  5. Norma's Bag Boutique17 October 2011 at 06:43

    So sorry for your loss. I hope your son gets better fast. And yes, polymer clay can be therapeutic!

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  6. Bonnie Kreger at B-LEE KREATIONS17 October 2011 at 06:44

    Dear Cara, you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. I'm sure the clay community that follows your blog feels the same and we are all here for you.

    Children break many things and unfortunately it includes bones, good thing they heal fast.

    Your idea of doing clay through this stressful time is a great idea.

    Take really good care of yourself so you can be there for your little guy.

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  7. coltpixy17 October 2011 at 06:58

    (((big hugs)))

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  8. Marlene Brady17 October 2011 at 07:11

    I am so sorry about your father. Those words seem so trite. I too, give you big hugs. I wish your son a speedy recovery.

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  9. Hazel17 October 2011 at 07:14

    I'm so so sorry hon. Big hugs for you and your family xx

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  10. Dotty Peach17 October 2011 at 07:27

    I am so sorry. I lost my dad unexpectedly too and feel for you so much. I hope your son feels brighter soon. My thoughts are with you. x

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  11. Lupe Meter17 October 2011 at 07:33

    OH,no Cara! I am so sorry for you for the loss of your father and so unexpectedly. Just know that you have many people praying for you including me! Praying for your son's speedy recovery. (((HUGS)))

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  12. Neet17 October 2011 at 08:50

    Tried to leave you a comment whilst on my way home from the polymer clay event - you were missed and in everyone's thoughts.
    Just want to add my condolences and say how sorry I was to hear of your sudden loss - that must have been a terrible thing for you and your family. And then for you to be called home because your little boy had had an accident!
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all - take care.
    Hugs, Neet

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  13. Lorna May17 October 2011 at 11:01

    So sorry :o((
    Thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.

    Hope your poor lads arm heals quick.

    {Dab and a dash.}

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  14. Jackie17 October 2011 at 17:42

    I am so so sorry Cara. What a bad time. My biggest sympathies on the loss of your dad! and I'm so sorry your little boy got hurt so badly. I'm sending prayers up for ease in your heart, along with some hugs. Jackie

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  15. FloRaeMe19 October 2011 at 01:52

    Sorry to hear your sad news Cara. You were missed at PPD 2011.

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  16. toni fine19 October 2011 at 01:56

    Oh sweetie....what a terrible time you're having. I hope lil leftie is feeling a bit more comfortable and that you are slowly coming to terms with so much trauma out of the blue. I send you hugs and love. xxx toni

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  17. Cara Jane19 October 2011 at 02:41

    thank you all for you support. I really missed being at PPD, I was so looking forward to seeing everyone. My son is a little better but still a lot of pain. Hopefully it will improve quite quickly now. Funeral is on Tuesday.

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  18. 2 Good Claymates19 October 2011 at 18:49

    So sorry to hear such bad news! Just got around to reading this now. You are your family are in our thoughts and prayers and wishing your son to heal and feel better soon!

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  19. Flowermouse Design ❀ Lone21 October 2011 at 06:28

    I´m so sorry to hear about your dad and your son. My prayers are with you.

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  20. Louise22 October 2011 at 10:39

    Toutes mes sympathies. Take care!

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  21. Cindy Lietz, Polymer Clay Tutor27 October 2011 at 16:56

    Oh sweetie I am so sorry to hear that. It must be a very difficult time for your whole family. Healing thoughts and blessings your way.

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  22. Susan Rimmer1 November 2011 at 09:14

    Cara, I am so sorry to read this news. I can't imagine how dreadful you must be feeling. Thinking of you at this time and hope to see you at the LPCG soon

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