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[bluespirit]

You know how when you haven't posted for a while, & it feels even more weird to actually post?
*face palm*
So, sorry - I am around & I'm okay. I just don't do much online anymore.

As a quick catch up - since my last post, I've had two new cancerous tumors, two surgeries & one round of radioactive iodine. Things are looking better now & I'm having bi-monthly ultrasounds to check for any other growths. Fingers crossed, things are clear so far.

In more pleasant news:

• I've had a 'big birthday' (50!!) which I celebrated with a fancy dress party with my friends & family & had the Best. Time. Ever.


• Buddy is an old, rather frail boy now, but he's plodding on & still enjoying life. He'll be 13 in January & is managing really well, despite his IBD & arthritis (which we're keeping under control with diet & medication.)


• I've learnt to crochet & am now addicted to making amigurumi animals!


• I've joined a local, amateur theatre company & am enjoying helping with wardrobe & front of house (not acting - you won't get me on stage!)

Here's my little old man enjoying a day at the beach a couple of weeks ago. ♥



Hugs to all!

Cross-posted at DW & LJ. I'm mainly a LJ person (such a dinosaur! *g*) but please comment wherever you feel most comfortable.

Comments

[popkin16]

It's really good to hear from you! I'm so glad you're okay. I was just thinking about you the other day (after rereading one of your fics).

Sounds like you're keeping busy :D

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

It's lovely to hear that someone is till reading my stuff! It's so long ago now! *g*

I'm doing okay, thanks - hope you're well & happy.
*hugs*

[popkin16]

For sure! I'm pretty sure I rec'd something of yours a few months back, too.

I'm doing well :) Things are pretty much the same for me.

*HUGS*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I'm glad you're doing okay!

And thank you for the rec! *g*

[grey853.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad to see your post and hear that you're doing better. {{{hugs}}} I'm so happy that you're on the other side of those treatments.

I can hardly believe Buddy is 13! It seems like you just got the beautiful fellow.

I love crochet. I make afghans and scarves mainly, but it's very calming and productive.

[popkin16]

Of course :) Thanks for the fic!

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

♥

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
*hugs*

I know! We've had him nearly 11 years now!

I absolutely love to crochet & sew & bake - but crochet & sewing don't have calories! *g*

[velocitygrass.livejournal.com]

I'm glad things are looking up healthwise and that you have so many exciting hobbies.

And it's good to see Buddy enjoying himself on the beach. Whenever I see an image of black Lab, I think of him :)

*hugs*

[grey853.livejournal.com]

I also knit and cross stitch. Thank goodness they don't have calories, which is why I avoid baking.

[rissabby.livejournal.com]

Hi -- I was just thinking about you yesterday while I was reading some of this years SGAreversebigbang and looking at the art. I was thinking, "Bluespiritstar really knows her SGA pics. I wish I had asked her to help me choose a Rodney and John pix for a project." And then, here you are. Yay!

The local theater company sounds super fun. Theater folks always have such energy, it's nice to be part of that.

I hope you show us some of your amigurumi sometime.

My cat and my son's dog are about the same age as Buddy. The cat probably has IBS and is going to the vet soon. Buddy looks great and contentedly happy.

[nakeisha.livejournal.com]

It's lovely to hear from you. Caffy & I were just asking one another if we knew how you were and you pop up *g*

I'm sorry to hear things haven't been good for you. But I'm really pleased to hear things are now looking up. I hope they stay 'up'.

*Waves to Buddy*

I'm glad you are enjoying so many things. Take care.

[caffyolay.livejournal.com]

Yes, as Nakeisha said below, we were wondering how you were only yesterday (we speak daily on Twitter DM). And here you are with a LJ post, how strange. But lovely to hear from you.

Very sorry to hear you've had to have more surgeries but hope that's it now and you're on the mend. Super that you have new interests and are living life to the full. Crochet is such a theraputic thing, I used to knit endlessly but not in years sadly. Though I did see a knitting pattern I liked recently and bought it... I was in Hobbycraft in Bristol with my grand-daughter (now at uni). Such a tempting place.

I would never have thought that Buddy is 13! Gosh.

You take care and if you're ever down this way pop in for a cup of tea. *Hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I wish I didn't enjoy baking so much (& eating the results! *g*)

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
I hope that you're keeping well & happy!
xx

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I hope that you're having fun with the Reverse BB!

I'll have to dig some pics out (& hopefully not bore people with my homemade makes! *g*)

Bud's doing really well - he's had some difficult patches in the last couple of years but our vet calls him a miracle dog!
There are good sensitive foods available, as well as any medication your vet might prescribe, & so I would see what they can do for your kitty. ♥

[celtprincess13.livejournal.com]

So nice to have an update! I was just thinking about you (and Buddy) the other day and wondering how you're doing. Sorry to hear you've had more health issues. Give the Budster a pet from me. I see so many cute amigurami figures on the internet, so I'm jealous you've learned to make them.
Take care of yourself!

[lijahlover.livejournal.com]

Awwwww I'm so happy to hear from you. Thanks so much for this update. *Hugs you and Buddy*

[melagan.livejournal.com]

It's so good to hear from you, hon. I'm glad things are improving healthwise. I am amazed at all you do and so happy that you still have your faithful companion, Buddy to keep you company.

[rifleman-s.livejournal.com]

*waves*

However infrequently, it's always lovely to hear from you!

I'm so glad your health's improving, it sounds as if you have the best of care.

Love to Buddy!

[jackieville.livejournal.com]

I have missed you! Big hugs and continued prayers!!!! I love you!!!

Buddy!!!! Cuddles and kisses you, sweet gorgeous boy!!!!

[dalehead.livejournal.com]

It’s lovely to see Buddy looking so well. He’s such a beautiful boy. Glad you’re doing well too. Lots of love to you all 💚

[cattraine.livejournal.com]

What a good doggo!

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much!
I do hope that things are going well for you too.
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Oh, lovely to hear from you, C!
I do hope that you & P are keeping well.

Hobbycraft is wonderful, isn't it? But such a temptation! *g*

Time is such a strange thing - Bud's nearly 13 & you have a grand-daughter at uni! My goodness, where's the time gone? *g*

And if you're ever in South Staffs, please do look us up!
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much!
I hope you're happy & well!
*hugs*

I'd never crocheted before this year, but I saw some gorgeous crocheted animals at a craft exhibition. So went on a workshop, & now I'm an addcit! *g*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

I don't know what I'd do without him! ♥
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!

I feel very fortunate, & Mr B takes very good care of me (as does the Budster!)
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
And a belated happy birthday for yesterday - I hope you had a lovely day.
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
Hope you're well & happy!
How's Teddy?

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

He certainly is!

[dalehead.livejournal.com]

He's really well, thank you. We are going to see a behaviourist to see if we can sort his aggression out. Poor bubba. It's not his fault he had such a terrible beginning in life. my little man!

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Oh, poor boy. I hope everything goes okay!
*hugs*

[nakeisha.livejournal.com]

Not too bad, thanks. We have been very busy with the move & work post-move, but we've done for this year at least.

*Hugs*

[laura-iskra.livejournal.com]

so so happy to read you again!!

all my best wishes and warmest hugs

[thegrrrl2002.livejournal.com]

Big hugs to you too sweetie!! So glad you are doing well. Happy belated "big" birthday to you too. Glad Buddy is doing well, he looks very good in the picture. I'm glad he is being so well cared for. Give him a big kiss for me.

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Thank you!
*hugs*

[bluespirit-star.livejournal.com]

Kiss delivered, thank you! (It's such a hardship! *g*)

[tularia.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear about the tumors, but happy you have no new growths!

And I am tickled crazy to have a crochet buddy! Don't know if you're on facebook, but I have a page there called Sew Crochet Crazy where I exhibit (and try to sell) my creations. Haven't gotten into amigurumi yet.

Buddy looks great for an old guy. My boxer, Gracie, will be 10 this year. Diet and vitamins keep her going, but she's got a lot of grey now.