Saturday 12 February 2011

Normal Programming Interrupted

This week has been even more stressful than I originally predicted. My heart is very heavy today. So many things have gone wrong but nothing compares to the news that one of my favourite aunties lost her battle with brain cancer early this morning. The poor dear deteriorated quickly these last couple of months and ironically, because she lives interstate, I last saw her at my uncle's funeral last year.

However, I will always remember her for being jovial and always quick with a witty remark. She was 65 but last month, my brother-in-law and sister also grieved the loss of his 30 year old cousin because of a brain tumour. What is going on?

So far, this year is not a good one but being the eternal optimist, I do hope that things will look up soon.
I will be back shortly with happier news but just thought I needed to share where I'm at right now. Please appreciate and make time for people that you love.

20 comments:

beachvintage.com said...

Oh Thea, I am so so sorry.

Anonymous said...

thinking of you.

x

And So I Whisper said...

Thea I am very sorry to hear these sad news. My heart is with you and your family.

Nicole Harry said...

I am sorry, Thea, to hear your sad news. Times like these can really testing. Thank you though for reminding us to spend time with those we love, it is such an important aspect of life to remember but seems to often be put off till tomorrow. I hope your year gets better.

Hot Fudge said...

I am so sorry to hear of your sad news. Having lost a brother a couple of years ago (massive cerebral haemorrhage) at the age of 59, I know what you are going through. My son and his family are coming for dinner tonight - I will remember to give them an extra big hug.

Irene ~ RE~VINTAGED said...

I am so sorry to hear your news. It has been a tough time for you lately.
I am sending you my best wishes and I hope you find many things to smile about soon, not the least happy memories of your aunt.
Irene x

Julie@beingRUBY said...

Dear Thea
So sorry to hear your bad news.. I will be thinking of you and your family!!... xxx Julie

Patty said...

Thea I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. Sending you {{hugs}}.

brismod said...

Oh no. I'm so sorry. Take care. xx

Tina said...

Oh sweet Thea, I am so sorry and so sad for you and your family. I wish with every fibre of my being, that things take a wonderful upward turn from here for you. Thinking of you, lovely lady. Sending hugs your way ~ Txx

Claudia Lane said...

Thea I'm so so sorry...please take care, I'll be thinking of you xo

Mimi said...

Thea I am sorry to hear your news. I lost my mother to Pancreatic Cancer a year ago. Take care and we must remember to appreciate every day. Mimi xx

Unknown said...

Thea, such sad news for you and your family. I'm sure every one will dig deep and find the strength to get through the period of mourning, as you will too. Chin up, we are all thinking of you and sending our best wishes your way:)

Karen said...

Oh Thea, I'm so sorry to hear your sad news, take care and big hugs
xxK

Leonie said...

You poor thing, you really have been through the mill lately. Thinking of you and your family. x

kit and nancy. said...

such sad news. i do hope things begin to look up for you soon. thank you for your wise words. take care of your busy self, ok? xx

Anonymous said...

Oh Thea I'm so sorry to hear about you losing your aunty, and to such a horrible illness. The beginning of 2011 seems to be really testing you doesn't it? Lets hope this is the last test. Keep your chin up luvvy x

posie blogs Jennie McClelland said...

Heart breaking news, too young, way too young Thea!! Wishing your family a better end to the year than how it's started honey, love Posie

Pesky Cat Designs said...

I am so sorry to hear about your aunt. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You have been through quite a lot lately.
You are right, we need to appreciate and spend time with the ones we love. Life is short and precious. Sending you big big hugs,
Elisa

Makeminemidcentury said...

Thea,
that's a terrible lot of bad news to deal with.

Just be strong, and I read that you'll get a full check up ... that's good.

I'm thinking of you ... and 2011 will get better and brighter.

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