Thursday, July 30, 2009

Thank you, my friends




Beautiful French flowers and garlic at the Market ~ Courtesy of Flickr

I just want to say a big thank you to all, for your kind comments with regards to my Father's health. It is wonderful to have so many caring and beautiful friends, from all around the world.
It was lovely to see all my Family, especially being able to spend some time with my dear Dad and Mum. We are hoping that Dad's health, with the help of medication can be better.

Last week I had a routine mammogram check and I had just arrived down in Tauranga and got a call on my cell phone, saying that I would need to go back for a further scan next Wednesday, so that was scary. But probably better to get it sorted.
I was also speaking to a Girl in the Fruit and Vegetable shop and she said she also needed a further appointment.

I am off to visit your blogs now, as I have missed you all, while I was away and I am sure I will have a lot of catching up to do.

I hope that your week is going well
Hugs
Carolyn
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  1. JuneJuly 30, 2009 at 2:58 PM

    Hi Carolyn, I hope that the medication will help your father. Isn't it wonderful to know that there is so much help medically to help us in our lives? My husband is diabetic, but is able to live an active life because of good medical care.
    Good luck with your follow up appointment, I'll be praying for you.
    Thank you for your lovely message that you left for me.
    Smiles,
    June

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  2. UnknownJuly 30, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    Glad to hear you were able to visit with your parents. Hope your Father is well on his way to having his health restored!

    Hope all goes well with your follow up appt! :)

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  3. Marsha @ Tattered ChickJuly 30, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    Welcome home! I'm glad you had a nice visit with your parents.

    Carolyn, try not to worry. I had that call two years ago. They did an ultrasound and then I had to go in for a needle biospy. Thankfully it all turned out well. Thinking of you. If you need to chat, feel free to email me. Hugs, Marsha

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  4. Draffin BearsJuly 30, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    Hi June,

    Many thanks for your kind words.
    It is lovely to have sweet friends like you.

    Thanks TattingChic, always great to hear from you and your kind words.

    Hi Marsha,

    I am trying not to worry, as the same thing happened to me and I had a biospy and it came back fine, so I am wondering if it is scar tissue or something like that.
    thank you so much

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  5. debra@dustjacketJuly 30, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    Good luck with your follow up. Good to hear your father is a bit better.

    re comment, I've done posts on those three :) Nice to hear your favorites.

    xxx

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  6. LynnJuly 30, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    Carolyn, the flower pictures at the market are beautiful. I hope your appointment goes well, I will be thinking about you.

    Lynn

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  7. Draffin BearsJuly 30, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    Thank you so much for visiting DJ
    and your kind words.
    I really appreciate your friendship.
    My Father is so happy to be out of hospital as I do not think he slept well and will be glad to be in his own home and bed again.

    Kind of you to visit Lynn, thank you very much.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  8. UnknownJuly 30, 2009 at 7:12 PM

    Hello my dear Carolyn...

    I read your absence...

    Oh my dear...I hope which now goes a little better...

    My thoughts are with you!

    KISSES a lot. NI

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  9. MillieJuly 30, 2009 at 7:58 PM

    Dear Carolyn - I'm sending you a big Millie hug, you have had such a busy time of late looking after everyone else. Hope you are able to stop & draw breath for a moment & have some quality Carolyn time.
    Millie ^_^

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  10. Eclectic Chic StyleJuly 30, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    Yes try not to worry. Worry alone will make you sick. Keep us all posted on your follow-up and your Dad.

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  11. C. JoyBell C.July 30, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    So how is your father doing now, Carolyn? I hope much better! :)

    Carolyn, those are VERY pretty rose photos! Thank you for sharing! :)

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  12. Draffin BearsJuly 30, 2009 at 9:59 PM

    Thank you Dear Ni for visiting you are always so sweet and I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

    Dear Millie, you are so kind and thank you for the big Millie hug ~ I appreciate your friendship and needed that.

    Hi Teresa,

    My Dad is out of hospital and thrilled to be home. To be able to have a good nights sleep in his own bed and not have all the disturbance of others in the ward will be a good thing.

    Hi Charity,

    Thank you for asking after my Father, he seems to be doing ok and happy to be home again.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  13. Merci-NotesJuly 31, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    Hi Carolyn,
    I also hope that the medication helps your Dad. I heard of a medication a man needed in Great Britain for he was going blind in one eye...

    I am keeping you in my prayers also. I hope that your follow up test is good news.

    My computer is soHugs,
    Maryme what humming along ok now... hope yours comes back shiny and bright for all of it's "worldly" challenges. hehehe

    Hugs,
    Mary

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  14. Carol Schockling LaweckiJuly 31, 2009 at 1:56 AM

    Hi Carolyn, I'm sorry to hear that your Dad's having problems. I do hope he is feeling better soon.

    Good luck with your appointment. It's scarry when they tell you to come back. I have had that happen a few times. Each time is was just fatty tissue they saw, thank goodness. I'll be thinking of you and praying for you.

    Very nice photo's from the market too!!

    Have a pleasant weekend!!

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  15. Fabulously FrenchJuly 31, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    Carolyn,

    Sorry to hear that your father has not been well. I hope that he is feeling better soon and that your follow up appt goes well.

    Leeann x

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  16. BillJuly 31, 2009 at 3:40 AM

    Hi Carolyn,
    Just stopping by to say I'm thinking of you and your father and sending positive thoughts your way.

    Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures. Hope your next appointment goes well.

    Warm regards,
    Bill

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  17. Lynda (Granny K)July 31, 2009 at 5:36 AM

    Hi Carolyn, here is a link to a BBC thing about the new Coco film. I immediately thought of you when I saw it!
    http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8166611.stm
    Sending good vibes to you and your Papa. Try not to worry. I'm sure all will be well. Hugs, Lynda

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  18. Sixpence and A Blue MoonJuly 31, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Sending healing vibes and best wishes to your father.

    I know it's easier said than done, but don't be too fearful of having to go back for a second check. I know several women that have had to do that, everything turned out fine. Stay positive!!!

    xoxo

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  19. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 7:58 AM

    Thank you so much Mary, for your well wishes.

    Many thanks Carol and yes, it is a scary time but I think it is better to get it seen to.
    I appreciate your prayers.

    Lovely to hear from you Leeann and thanks for your kind words.

    thank you Bill for thinking of my Father and I. Really appreciate all the well wishes.

    Hi Lynda,

    My daughter went to a movie of Coco Chanel at the Film festival and just loved it. She said it was really sad, especially when she was a small girl and growing up in an orphanage. Thanks for the link and I will take a look and also your kind words.

    thank you Sixpence and a Blue Moon. I am feeling positive and appreciate your well wishes.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  20. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 31, 2009 at 8:16 AM

    I'm glad to catch up on your news a little this afternoon. I hope everything works out...things seem to happen all at once so I'm hoping the next few days will be better. I'm still getting things in order after the move.

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  21. ReneeJuly 31, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Do not be afraid of the mammogram.

    Most times they see things that are cysts and lumps that mean nothing.

    Be in charge of yourself and do not fall into the trap of being afraid.

    Go sooner than later so that your mind can be at rest.

    Love Renee xoxo

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  22. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    thank you for visiting Diane and good luck with getting settled into your new home.
    All takes a lot of time and energy, but things will soon sort out and the boxes will be open, sorted and put away.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  23. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Hi Renee,

    thank you for your note, I really appreciate that.
    I have an appointment on Wednesday.
    I am not afraid Renee, because I think how brave you are, has given me strength to get through this.
    Thank you.

    Hugs
    Carolyn xo

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  24. SusanJuly 31, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    welcome back :)
    we missed you, too! I hope you'll be okay, hugs

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  25. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Thank you Susan.
    It is lovely to be back and so much catching up to do of everyone's blog.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  26. AnonymousJuly 31, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    It's so good you were able to spend some time with your Dad.
    I will be thinking of you as you go for your scan and wishing you peace - it is good that they are being safe.

    I LOVE your flowers today
    Hugs x Suzi

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  27. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Thank you so much Suzi, for your kind words.
    Our both posts had French flowers!
    Loved your photos of Paris.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  28. rochambeauJuly 31, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    Dear Carolyn,
    Hope your Papa continues to hea!!

    ALSO, statistics are HIGH for how many women go back for followup mamos' and biopsies. I think 90~something % of the tests come back benign.

    I will pray for you for peace and perfect health.

    xox
    Constance

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  29. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Dear Constance,

    It was lovely to read your sweet words and I feel so fortunate that I have such beautiful and lovely friends around.
    Thank you for your friendship.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  30. A Fanciful LifeJuly 31, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    Hi Carolyn,

    I adore the flower photos. The last one with pink and white is incredible. I'd love to have those flowers. I'm wishing both you and your dad the best of health. Take care of yourself.
    Sharon :-)

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  31. Draffin BearsJuly 31, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    Thank you so much Sharon.
    The flowers are really pretty, I loved the pink and white too.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  32. RosemaryAugust 1, 2009 at 2:32 AM

    Hi Carolyn,
    Thanks for your sweet comments. Hope your dad is doing much better.
    I have had to to the follow up mamogram too! Don't worry, it will be fine. I will be thinking of you.
    Rosemary

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  33. UnknownAugust 1, 2009 at 4:09 AM

    wonderful to meet you and I hope all is well with your Father....These photos look wonderful!

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  34. Draffin BearsAugust 1, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    Thank you very much Rosemary.

    Lovely to meet you too, Diana and many thanks for visiting my blog.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  35. YansyAugust 1, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    I hope your dad is doing better. I will have you in prayers for your next visit to the doctor. I wanted to invite you to participate in my giveaway. It starts today. Good Luck!

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  36. SusanAugust 1, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    dear Carolyn, thanks for your sweet comment on my list! I am glad you liked it :)
    fellow readers' comments keep my blog alive- I have never known this could be such a great thing to do!
    have a lovely weekend, much love, susan

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  37. Draffin BearsAugust 1, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    thank you so much Yansy and for telling me about your Giveaway.
    I would love to come and visit your blog.

    Dear Susan,

    It is so much fun having a blog and meeting lovely people all around the world. Glad to have a friend from Hungary, never known anyone from there.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  38. blushing roseAugust 3, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    I hope your followup appointment goes well for you.

    After going back & reading several of your posts last week I decided after years of neglect to get a mammogram ... I did. TY for your comment, I may have just gone on not worrying about this issue.

    TTFN ~ Marydon

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  39. Draffin BearsAugust 3, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Thank you for your kind words Marydon.
    I really appreciate that.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  40. Bella SinclairAugust 4, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Dearest Carolyn,

    I wanted to thank you for your beautiful, heartfelt condolences and your thoughtful message. Your kindness and friendship touched me deeply and helped keep me afloat.

    And now, I offer you strength and courage and positive thoughts in return. I'm glad to hear your father is better and more comfortable. As for you, I will keep you in my prayers. Buckets of love to you, my dear friend.

    xoxo
    bella

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  41. Draffin BearsAugust 4, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    Dearest Bella,

    Thank you so much for your kind words and this means so much to hear from you, my friend.

    I think about you and the Girls so much and I have said lot of prayers for you. I hope that you are getting settled with your life in the USA.
    You are a brave and beautiful person.
    Thanks for your friendship. It means so much to me.

    Hugs & love
    Carolyn xo

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  42. BumbleVeeAugust 5, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    hey Carolyn.....I've been away at my sister's again...so just catching up on my blog reading....

    good luck with all that is happening...sending a hug....

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  43. Draffin BearsAugust 5, 2009 at 5:31 PM

    Thank you so much Vee, just come back from my appointment today, the results were good, thanks.

    Hugs
    Carolyn

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Thank you so much for visiting Draffin Bears.
It always makes me happy to read your comments
and I look forward to visiting you.


Carolyn xx

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