Simply..crises....

9/9/2024

I quite simply haven't known how to write (or whether to write) about the family crises which have occurred this year.

Partly for reasons of privacy and partly because I don't have, and don't really wamt, a categorty called Simply Crises!! Writing his blog has been somthing of an antidote.

A worsening of my eye condition, an unexpected divorece, a fraught house purchase, 999 calls and emergency hospital admissions, the putting down of a beloved family pet, a cancer diagnosis (mine. I am okay now) - it's only as most of these are somewhat resolved that I feel I can write about them now.

Whew!

15 Comments

Karen

9/9/2024 01:32:09 am

What a perfect storm of a year for you, Freda. So sorry to hear of all the crises, but pleased that the blog has been an antidote with virtual love and support beaming its way to you.
I echo what Susan said, please ask for the Lymes blood test and other antibiotics if required.

Freda

10/9/2024 01:49:13 am

I am blessed with such support from Hospital staff, friends and family and the readers of this blog. So grateful. X.

Gail

9/9/2024 02:01:21 am

What a rough season you and your family has been through. I hope you get a reprieve. Sending virtual hugs to you

Freda

10/9/2024 01:51:01 am

Virtual hugs are fabulous! Thank you Gail.

Diane

9/9/2024 03:34:22 am

Oh, Freda—you’ve been my antidote for anxiety for years and years. I look for your post first thing when I sit down at my tablet. Things here in the US are nerve wracking, and I look to you for calmness and sanity. And beauty. I expect people all over the world who never met you love you. Accept any help you’re offered!

Freda

10/9/2024 01:53:55 am

Gosh Diane. I am so touched by what you say, It is encouraging me to keep going.

Mary R.

9/9/2024 05:41:02 am

So happy you have survived all these crisis, Freda, and are taking a breath of fresh air on the other side of these. And thank you for sharing them with us. I hope that looking forward to your blog has been a as much a ray of sunshine as you are always for us.

Freda

10/9/2024 01:55:59 am

It has encouraged me to notice all the good things even on the darker days. . No more drama this year, hopefully!

Anne A

9/9/2024 07:33:18 am

I would like to echo much of what Diane says. And I count myself lucky enough to know you.
I have just discovered there is a rooftop terrace at the Willow tea room on Sauchihall Street. Perhaps when you feel up to it it would be an enjoyable outing (although you will need to wrap up warm! We're already into September)
Sending you love and hugs Freda

Freda

10/9/2024 01:57:50 am

We have been friends for a very long time, haven’t we? I think you came to my first patchwork clas in s. Hoping to see you before long and definitely want to try that roof terrace, if it stops raining long enough.

Susan InDorset

9/9/2024 11:38:09 am

I'm so sorry to hear that you've been having to deal with all of this, Freda, all occurring at the same time, over the last few months.
It's too much.
I hope that you can tread water gently (or even better, float gently) for a while, and catch your breath, now that some action has been started towards resolving the various events.
Wishing you some restorative coastal walks, transporting classical music, and restful sleep.

Freda

10/9/2024 01:59:15 am

Love those three wishes. Will try them all. Thank you.

Liz

10/9/2024 04:58:49 am

Oh my goodness. That’s a lot. Your marvellous mindset will be so helpful to you and your loved ones. Hope you soon move into quieter waters. My yoga teacher has a great mantra: trust the magic of new beginnings.

Freda

10/9/2024 09:45:38 pm

Oh, I love that. Thank you, Liz.

Gillie

14/9/2024 02:05:28 pm

As usual I have done a bulk reading so have only just caught up with this post. I’m so sorry that you have been through the mill personally and as a family member this year but very glad that life seems to be a bit less fraught. I love your calm and peaceful blog and am as happy that it brings you joy, even in difficult times.

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