A Blog Card swap — and an update on my health
This is my “anything but a card” snow snow snow swap for Splitcoast stampers, I think it came out so adorable. In person it is very sparkly with lots of glitter and sparkle. The snowflake is a punch from Provo Craft.
If you guys aren’t keeping up, I want to encourage you to take advantage of on-line ads from Michael’s, AC Moore, Joanne’s and Hobby Lobby. Each have a link that you can click and get a coupon you can print and use. Today I saved a bunch using both my coupon and the usual special at Michael’s. There Bazzil was on sale last week and I used up like 3 coupons. I put the kid, and hubby in line and saved 40% per 100 piece pack, let me tell you it made a difference.
I guess many of you are wondering “where the heck has she been this week?” Well, from last Friday night until mid day Tuesday inpatient at Carroll County Hospital. Once again I had terrible blood pressure issues. This time it was complicated by a resting heart rate of 105. In the ER, the doc finally started IV Fluids and some other medications to settle things down. I have an appointment with an endocrinologist and cardiologist in the next two weeks.
As a side track (so to speak) I also decided to follow up with my Psychiatrist since this episode only heightened my current depression issues. He totally changed all my medications and is thankful I have found a good therapist. He is very proud of the fact in spite of these set backs I am keeping a positive attitude and outlook.
Today was pretty good, I was up really early (at least for me, ha ha) by 8:15 am, dressed and ready for my day. I had time to check email, tidy up and even stamp a quick card for a sick friend before heading to the Psychiatrist.
I think it is a little too convenient that there is a Subway and a Michael’s so close to his practice. I enjoyed a few hours of shopping after leaving my appointment. I even was able to accomplish some of the things I wanted to do as far as my household chores, so I can prepare for some upcoming events.
Now onto today’s topic, I would like to start a cow themed card swap. The cards should be full cards, you do not need to include envelopes, they should be 4 1/4 X 5 1/2″ folded. They should include at least two layers and one embellishment., Please make six cards and you will receive 5 back. Please email me your address and I’ll email you mine so we can have the swap started. I will update the blog daily with FIRST NAMES only of the swappers, Any season/theme is ok, just include a cow somewhere on the card.
Limit of 10 players at this time, but if it really takes off I’ll do 20 swappers. Please participate.
For those of you who are keeping up with blog candy, I have two surprise stamp sets, and the big prize is going to be …. wait for it, $75.00 in cold hard cash. Nope you didn’t miss read that. Please just put a link to this post on your blog for an extra chance to win. All you have to do is leave a comment any where on my blog for a chance to win. Drawing will be around October 10, but I am changing the date of October 12 since I have other plans on the 10th.
Please for those of you who suffer from depression, there is hope, don’t give up. Don’t be afraid to talk to a friend, a significant other, pastor or counselor. You can over come, you will have setbacks and you will have success.
Be a blessing and stamp happy!
Big Hugs!
September 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
I'm so sorry you're going thru all this stuff! I will keep you in my prayers and I hope you are feeling back to your normal self soon. Big Hugs!
September 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
I'm so sorry you're going thru all this stuff! I will keep you in my prayers and I hope you are feeling back to your normal self soon. Big Hugs!
September 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
Hope you're feeling better!
September 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
This is lovely!
September 30, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
I love your gift bag, it's very cute. I love all the white, it can easily be very elegant looking or playful.
I hope you are feeling better.
October 2, 2010 @ 12:40 am
Your gift bag is gorgeous!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. I think of you often. Hugs!
October 3, 2010 @ 8:50 pm
oh my, Loretta, your bag is really lovely!!!!
I am really sorry you're going through all this. I hope things will get better real soon. I keep you in my thoughts!
hmm, cow themed cards???? Now that's interesting 🙂
October 14, 2010 @ 11:38 pm
I am so impressed with your refeshing honesty! So many try to keep depression "under the rug" and suffer in silence~~there is hope, and thankfully you have found something to channel your energies into. Good Luck!