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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Hi all,
I never in my wildest dreams thought I'd be here. In saying that I have had some interactions with some of you and you are all lovely, so thanks for saying hi and making me feel welcome! @Shaz51 @Determined @Maggie @Former-Member @Faith-and-hope @Smc @SoS .
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
@NatureLover 🙏💚☀️💛
Thank you. I hope you are ok?
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@Anastasia wrote:@NatureLover 🙏💚☀️💛
Thank you. I hope you are ok?
Yes, all good, nothing to worry about, dear friend.
Thinking of you lots. 💚
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Dad had surgery. Will be heading there shortly with Mum.
My boy has called today to get back into hospital, over Christmas 💔😔
It's A LOT
Can't bear the thoughts right now of losing either one of them.
@NatureLover @Eve7 @pancakes @WIP @Appleblossom
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Sorry @Emelia8 can't think x
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Emelia8Senior Contributor
You are going through so much right now @Anastasia . Far more than anyone should ever have to.
Praying that your Dads surgery was successful and has achieved what the specialists set out to do.
And maintaining hope that your boy remains safe, whether or not he goes into hospital. I wonder if the situation with your dad may have set him back somewhat?
And just as importantly @Anastasia ... please take time to ensure your own needs are met during this unbelievably difficult time. Sending big love and gentle hugs.
Emelia
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Too much going on for you, all at once.
@Anastasia
The only way I know thru stuff like that is GENTLY BENTLY. Just keep on keeping on.
Draw from whatever sources that work. Sometimes we need colour and sometimes we need line.
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
I love you both @Appleblossom @Emelia8
Thank you 🙏💔😭💛
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pancakesSenior Contributor
@Anastasia do you know how the surgery went? I hope he is doing alright. I'm really sorry your boy is wanting to get back into hospital, but is that a good thing that he's recognised he needs that support? Im sorry @Anastasia you are and always have been such a wonderful kind and caring person, you and your family really don't deserve to have things be so difficult. I'm so sorry. Sending you a big hug 💙
hello and hugs @Emelia8 💙
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Eve7Senior Contributor
More hugs, more love and lots more prayers @Anastasia
You are not alone. Tag us whenever
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AnastasiaSenior Contributor
His surgery was successful 🙏
He looks a thousand times better tonight than yesterday. Thank you all for your prayers and love
@Eve7 @pancakes @Appleblossom @Emelia8 @NatureLover all here ❤️🙏❤️
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