Heath and Wellness

 

2020 has been a health stress for me.  Just when I solve one problem, my body directs me somewhere else.  At first, I cancelled my appointments, trying to keep safe.  Then it was recommened people should keep their  health appointments.  I made my appointments and a problem was found.  After weeks of tests, I was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.  Yes, like Beau Bridges.  Mine is stage 1, no treatment needed at this time.  I have one more test to check all my lymph glands  

I am a retired nurse and worked my early career in cancer nursing.  I didn't like the sound of that!  Goggle is not your friend when you look up key words in your referral.  But, I still looked.  Waiting for appointments and tests are mind blowing.  This is not what my mind, heart and body wanted to hear.  

I have kept busy by helping with the grands, crafting and visiting my blogger friends on instagram.  I even attended a recent Junk in the Truck event in Brevard, NC and went to Leipers Fork in TN.  All this helps keep my mind busy.  But...in the back of my mind is the results of my tests  

My mind clicks to prayers for health and put that positive energy out there.  My years of treatment for Rhematoid Arthritis has taught me to do things anyway.  I haven't stopped doing things I love or limit the possibilities of what I want to do.  I love to garden, craft, junk/treasure shopping and embrodery.

I have family and friends checking on me and sending prayers up!  CLL is a blood cancer.  Since it is a chronic condition, my Rheumatoid medication is stopped.  We will address options for that after my scan  

 I am learning new techniques through on line classes and love the sharing of talents.  Sweet teachers, family and friends keep me focused.  I can not tell you how having a support system makes the world of difference.  A text , message, call or card keeps me upbeat  I am thankful for my hubby who is the kindest, most thoughtful person.  My family is walking beside me every step of the way.

Please don’t put your health on the back burner, thankfully I am in the hands of our great Healer, Di

Di

Storybook Cottage

 A girls getaway with my sister and nieces at Storybook Cottage was a dream!  We felt like in a Snow White cottage upon entering. I was waiting for the bluebirds and butterflies to sweep down and flutter around us!  This was a much needed girls weekend in Leipers Fork, Tn.  

We went to see City FARMHOUSE’s new shop in Franklin, met Kim Leggett and attended the show.  Of course, her new book is out and we got a personal signing.  She is such a genuine and gracious person. 

  

The show was over the top wonderful. I met my favorites on Instagram!  Stacy with Barkingbirds Antiques, the cotton shed ( from Evansville Indian, where my grandfathers family immigrated to); Fatcat & magpie and so many more. 

My goodies from the show

This piece will be used as a frame!

The City Farmhouse shop was fantastic, so many goodies. 

Now to the cottage, which was styled by Kim.  

 

This is just the front entry room. I will share more and the impact it had on us. If you are interested in staying go to Home&sanctuary. Until later, Di