We've been at our daughters for a few days and should by rights still be there, but the best laid plans etc. First of all I've not been too well whilst I've been there, then on Saturday one of her dogs, Bonnie, a beautiful black lab, couldn't stand up and there seemed to be a problem with her back legs and by Sunday she was in obvious pain, so an emergency trip to the vets, x-rays, tests, etc. and then told that they thought it would be best to put her to sleep if she was no better on Monday. Monday came and a phone call from the vet to say she had made a miraculous recovery and was walking now. She's now back at home, having to be very quiet, on pain killers and hopefully will continue to recover, together with a bill for £500!
I went into Colchester to seek out a shop which Hels mentioned and picked up these fabby boxes from there. Can't wait to decorate them.
On Tuesday lunchtime we had some lovely French bread and as I bit into it, we heard a crack and guess what, I have broken one of my front teeth, horror of horrors, it just broke off by the gum. Straight on phone to dentist, receptionist said if I could get there for 11.30 this morning it could be fixed. Got up early, did the journey in 3 hours only to be told by Bruno, my dentist, that he was going on a course this afternoon, so didn't have time to fix it and was so busy will not be able to fix it until a week next Monday. So that means that I've got a gaping hole, it looks terrible. Anyway, there was a message from consultant on ansaphone, plus a letter in post to say that I'd go to contact him as a matter of urgency. Turns out my liver function is at dangerous levels, so had to hot foot it down to hospital this afternoon for tests etc. Now just got to wait for results when he rings me tomorrow, but that explains why I've not been feeling too well again.
I showed Charlotte, my granddaughter who is 7, how to zentangle, and this is what she did, all her own work. I think she's done a great job. I told her that I'd put it on my blog and she's going to log on tonight to see it, so she will be thrilled, bless, aren't grandchildren precious.
Don't think I'll get round everyone tonight on WOYWW, but will tomorrow.
Hi Ann...What a week! I do hope that you get yourself all better soon. Poor you having to go out and about with no front tooth.
ReplyDeleteI love your boxes...have some fun decorating them.
sounds like your havin a bad week, love your boxes they will be lovely when you decorate them.
ReplyDeleteChristine x
I love your boxes can't wait to see them altered...sorry you have had a bad week...hope the rest of the week is ok for you...your granddaughter is very clever xx
ReplyDeleteGreat Zentangles Charlotte. Have fun making lots more.xx
ReplyDeleteAnn I am so sorry to hear you've been feeling poorly. Take care. ((hugs)) I do love your little boxes & can't wait to see you decorate them.xx
Oh Ann, what a horrible time you're having :( 3 hours to the dentist?
ReplyDeleteLovely boxes to work on., Your granddaughter's Zentangles are great, I love that she's done specific shapes too like the umbrella. She must take after her nan :)
Anne x
Good grief, you must be exhausted. Charlote's zentangling is fab. Hope you get positive news on all fronts!
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ReplyDeleteooooh I am so pleased your daughters dog is ok. Charlottes zentangling is fabulous.
Joey.xxx
Oh my! What a week it has been for you! I will keep you in my prayers that all is well soon.
ReplyDeleteThe boxes are great finds! Can't wait to see what you do with them.
Hope you recover from that week soon! sounds a nightmare. Love your granddaughter's zentangling.
ReplyDeleteAnn, you're in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteAbout the tooth - you'll just have to smile with your lips closed!
Charlotte's zentangle is fantastic!
Looking forward to seeing how you alter those scrummy boxes.
x x
OMG what a week. Hope you tests come back with better news. Can't believe you've got to wait over a week for your tooth to be done. Love Charlotte's Zentangle, very talented. Looking forward to seeing what you do with your new boxes. Charlotte should help out. Love Sandra x
ReplyDeleteOh dear, what a week you've had. Hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteFab zentangle - kids are great at art aren't they? She's v talented.
Look forward to seeing the boxes finished :-)
Kate
aww hope your feeling better, glad the doggie is ok, oh vets bills soon mount up eh, luv the little drawers & box's, sue,x
ReplyDeletewell, you've had a time of it haven't you???
ReplyDeleteMy friend had high Gamma GT levels and Billiruben (SP) levels - went yellow etc... turns out she'd passed a gallstone which sent her liver function haywire - hope yours in something not too serious... I have nightmares about chipping my front teeth - poor you!!! On a lighter note - the zentagling by your granddaughter is fab - bet you're well proud - I can't do it unless i'm on the phone LOL!!!
Good luck with everything - hope all turns out well...
Paula x x x
I broke one of my front teeth the day before an interview - I had a quick temporary one put in and got the job. So, maybe its a good luck sign!! Hope you soon feel better.
ReplyDeleteWhat a week you have had, hopefully things will start to get better and more positive for your, I'll keep my fingers crossed on the results. Grandchildren are very precious and what a wonderful piece of artwork too. Tracy Evans x
ReplyDeleteI was wondering what had happened to you as I had not heard from you. Sorry to hear your medical news and you were doing so well, hope it's not so serious. Pleased to hear Rachel's dog is improving. Charlotte,s Zentangles are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteHope to hear better news soon.
Pat xx
Charlotte's zentangle is fab - she has done such a good job. Love those purchases and can't wait to see how you alter them.
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Love the boxes, wish we had one of those shops up north and hope things get better for you soon.
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Doesn't everything seem to come at once? I am sure your art projects will keep you going and Charlotte's Zentangle is great.
ReplyDeleteAwe..what a week you poor thing, hope things pick up for you very soon.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte's Zentangle is gorgeous - 10/10
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Love these boxes...thanks for the snoop!
ReplyDeleteWhat a week! Hope you feel better soon Ann. Charlotte's Zentangles are fabulous. So pleased Bonnie is on the mend. Love the boxes, can't wait to see what you do with them. Love & hugs Lynne xx
ReplyDeleteHI Ann..
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment on my WOYWW post. You asked about 'the Hand'.
Well this is my hand square for a School community Art project. On Art day at school we gave all the children a square of blue fabric..(our school colour is Royal Blue), and the theme was 'Many hands make light work'.
We gave out more to parents, staff, governors etc and now we have about 350 squares which are being sewn together to make 3 long banners.
Two will be hung in the hall and one will go in the local church. I will post up a photo when they are done...We have had a play about with them and they look fabulous altogether so far!
Oh bless you you have been through the mill. Hope things are on the up for you and all the probs improve very soon. Love the doodling your granddaughter did. Thats something to treasure :-)
ReplyDeleteA x
Oh dear, what a week. I hope everything is better soon and the tooth and your tests are OK. Talented Charlotte! K x
ReplyDeletewow your grand daughter is a proper little artist!! Poor you, it can only get better now...
ReplyDelete((Lyn))
Sorry you have not been well again Ann - I hope you start to pick up again soon. I love the boxes. Love Kerry xx
ReplyDeleteit never just rains does it Ann, and good to see Charlotte is following grandma (LOL), love the zentangle quilt, hope next week is better for you
ReplyDeleteOoh Ann what a week you're having - the tooth can be fixed just bear with it for the time being. The boxes are gorgeous and I can't wait to see what you do with them, Charlotte's page is beautiful absolutely gorgeous and thinking of you with regards to your tests!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Love Charlotte's work.....must have been the high point of yet another tough week for you!! Hope you get sorted quickly :)
ReplyDeleteLove Jayne xx
Hello Ann, what a lot to handle! Be sure to post about what you're doing with your boxes and your granddaughter's work is great! Patsy from
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