Thankful today for...........

I was approached today by what I would say a very inspirational woman who has been on a brave journey and lived to tell the tale. And now Heather Von St. James is making a difference by spreading love and knowledge of mesothelioma – a rare cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Here is the link of her story, mesothelioma.com/heather please take the time and watch as it certainly makes you appreciate what we have and to be thankful of. 

But in making awareness she has created “30 Days of Thankfulness” where we acknowledge something in our life that we are thankful for every day throughout the month. And this month I am thankful that my dad is still here with us. Dad hasn't been well for awhile now and was diagnosed with something, that we were to soon find out it wasn't the case at all and that it was definitely his heart. My dad has given us a few scares over the years and a tough fighter but this time we would say was the closest. Turns out his heart is weak and has complications that over time drugs will hopefully make him feel better and rest is certainly on order. I would have to say a huge thank you to all the lovely nurses and doctors at the Brisbane hospital, where he was staying as the care and treatment that was given to him was fantastic, and dad certainly got to know them and the few other patients that came and went from the bed next to him. Its amazing how quickly doctors can put a stint in and the patient can go home the next day a new person. I think its incredible what medicine and technology today can do for us all and how lucky in today's modern society we are. 

So yes I am thankful for family and love that binds us all together to make us stronger and happy. So don't forget to tell your loved ones you love them and to enjoy what we have.

Love Em
xxx

Oh my goodness, to think I haven't written on here since last Christmas is terrible, and can't believe I could be that slack. Most of all where has that time gone as were practically about to drag our Christmas trees out again for another round. I don't know about everyone else, but yep were getting older faster, doing loads more than normal and our kids are growing up far too quickly.

Well since my last post what can I say I have been up to? Well a lot and not a lot I suppose I can say. But our daughter is in grade 4 and enjoying it, although she has had some highs and lows amongst some of the kids, but she is pretty strong and always seems to come out on top of it ok. Although I must say our hormones are on fire and gez it can be exhausting went yo never know which way the winds going to blow. (Hehehehe) Joys of motherhood I know and challenging at that. But love it at the same time.

Another big exciting thing though is we finally have a new addition to the family, my new niece. My parents are thrilled of course and loving it all as they get to see her a bit which I think is lovely as we live too far away, and I am thrilled for my brother too as being a parent is a rewarding and everything else that goes with it.


Also had my 20 year school reunion this year, and boy I had my bags packed way before as I couldn't wait for the big girls getaway. Hair, new clothes, accommodation organised and 7 hours travelling each way, it was totally worth it. ( you'd never guess I don't get out much) I got to see my great friend Em who I hadn't seen for two years and the others, well 10 years. So plenty of catching up was to be had. In fine form we all had a total blast and once back home it took me two days to recover, which felt like terrible jet lag. (yes ok, too much drinking and talking) But hey that is what happens when you get together with about 40 other girls.

I am still sewing away and making what ever comes my way. The elephants still a favourite which is great. Now getting my self organised for the Christmas rush as the list grows. And still have Daisy dog who has just turned 4. She is still a great companion for our daughter, although I think I am her favourite (hehe)

Anyway I can go on, but hope everyone else is happy and healthy. Love Em xxx