Hello everyone,
This feels such a bizarre and unreal thing to write. I will not be around much in the next few weeks or months, and I felt I needed to let you all know that I have not disappeared into the ether. I am not following and enjoying and commenting on your lovely blogs because I am no longer interested. And I am not under the weather.
My Dad is poorly. And I will be shuttling back and forth between St Ives and Bristol for the foreseeable future. It's all a bit shitty, but if you knew my Dad you would be comforted by the fact that he is probably the most tenacious and bloody minded bugger on the planet. He will face this hideous illness, and it's grim treatment, with his usual pragmatism.
And he will get through it. He has to. He promised to teach me to jive....
And me, my sister, my brother, his family and friends will be with him every step of the way.
I just felt the need to tell you. Because you are my friends. And I will miss being part of this very special community. Even if it is for a short while.
Have a wonderful Christmas. May all your festive wishes come true!
With all my love,
Leanne xx
Be strong my friend. Thinking of you all x
ReplyDeleteDear Leanne it saddens me that your family must face such a challenge. The wish that your Dad does regain his health and indeed teaches you to jive is the best wish I could make. Know we will be here to welcome you back to Blogland when the time is right. Virtual hugs to your boys too,x
ReplyDeleteDear Leanne, So sorry to hear your news about your Dad, it must have been such a shock to you all. I wish you and your Dad extra strength to get through the new challenges ahead. Be kind to yourself and take it easy when you can. Thinking of you. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteI do hope it is for a short time, but understand. Sending you love and hope xo
ReplyDeleteDear Leanne. I'll be thinking of you and I wish you and your dad and all your family strength. Lots of love, Christina xxx
ReplyDeleteWill be sending you lots of love and positive thought honey. We'll all still be here when you need us xx
ReplyDeleteI know how rubbish these times can be, I hope that the best possible outcomes will happen and that all will be as well as it can be. Take care of yourself, and know that we are here if you need a listening ear. Thinking of you and sending love and hugs. xx
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear your news, stay strong x
ReplyDeleteYou are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI shall miss reading your blog posts but understand entirely. Remember when you are taking care of your Dad to take equal care of yourself too. He'll need you for the long haul and serious illness in a loved one can be an emotionally and physically sapping time. Take care and you are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteDearest Leanne, sending you love, fortitude and strength to help your Dad through - and a whole lot of kick-ass attitude for you to pass on to him. With very best wishes and please know even though you're not here, you'll be very much in our thoughts. Hope you (and your Dad) are back soon xxxx
ReplyDeletewill be thinking of you xxxx
ReplyDeleteOh Leanne, I'm so sorry your dad is going through this. You are in my thoughts my friend. CJ xx
ReplyDeleteHi Leanne, Sorry to hear that your dad is poorly, Take care and thinking of youX
ReplyDeleteSending you hugs and warm wishes. Don't forget to look after yourself too...
ReplyDeleteSending you much Love and Hugs, Take Care too.
ReplyDeleteSue xx
Thinking of you. My sister was very ill 3 years ago - so I understand how tough it can be for everyone going through such an illness. Remember to take care of yourself too. x
ReplyDeleteHi Leanne, I can see that you are saving your strength to be strong for you dad and family, but remember that we can help to give you that strength too. I'll be here for you, and if you do want to drop by in bogland again I'm sure you'll find a very welcoming group of friends. Speak to you soon, Antonia x
ReplyDeleteI don't often comment (maybe once only!) but I will miss you and your honesty - of feeling low and raising boys, both very close to my own life - and your beautiful photographs. Sending you all good wishes in this most horrible time x
ReplyDeleteLeanne, I am so sorry your dad is unwell. The next few months as he faces illness and treatments I'm sure he is going to get great comfort from you being there with him. I count you as a dear friend, and will miss your presence in the blogging sphere. Please know that I will be thinking of you over the coming months, hoping for good things for you, your dad, and your family.
ReplyDeleteIf you would like to stay in touch during your blogging absence my email is hsknitter(at)yahoo.ca. I wish I was there to give you a hug, or a shoulder to cry on, or both.
DeleteLeanne, I'm sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts are with you. Wishing you lots of strength this coming period and I hope Christmas will be a time of comfort for you. xxx
ReplyDeleteLeanne, I'm sending you all my best wishes. It's a hard thing to go through and I hope all goes well for you and your dad. Please get in touch if you need to speak to someone who has been through it.
ReplyDeleteSarah xx
Oh lovely Leanne, I'm so sorry that your dad is ill. I hope he makes a speedy recovery (and not just because I'll miss seeing you here) and you and your family are in my thoughts. Much love to you. xx
ReplyDeletePeace and love to you and your family. We are all here with you!
ReplyDeleteOh sweet lady, what a thing. I'll be thinking of you and yours and rooting for your dad. Hugest hugs x
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear your father is ill, take care. xx
ReplyDeleteI liked your Dad when I read about your rings. Now I'm rooting for him and you. Look after each other all x
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear this Leanne. I am thinking of you and your whole family. Take good care of yourselves...Mel xxx
ReplyDeleteLeanne I am so sorry to hear your news - I had somehow managed to miss your post so I am sure you are well into your lovely dad's treatment by now. I hope all news is the best possible and that you manage to have the best Christmas possible. Much love to you x
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