I was once again kept away from the blog by different things going on in my life and just not having the extra energy to devote to it. A couple of weeks ago one of my dear cousins ended up in the ICU. Being that we are away from the family it is especially hard as I can’t just go on over to find out what’s going on. He is doing a bit better but still in the hospital.
I also had one of my best friends come in to town last weekend and that was so very wonderful. It was just what I needed. We talked a lot, drank a lot of coffee and were just there to share our stories. We could easily have spent several more days catching up.
Last week I started my jewelry making class and learned a bit of basics but I haven’t prepared my homework for tomorrow’s class which is to come up with several ideas of things to make. Ugh. I just have been so unfocused. I’m going to go with earrings. I love wearing earrings so that should be good right?
I think the only good thing about not blogging and being around in blogland is that my reading is going great. I read seven books in January, eight in February and I’ve already finished my first March book. The funny thing is that I’m sticking with comfort reads (mysteries and a dash of romance) and just realized that I’ve only read two fiction books. It would be nice to throw in a bit more variety in my reading but I’m not going to worry about that.
So now I’m off to look through Jewelry by Madeline Coles to get some inspiration. I hope you are all doing well blog friends and thank you for emails and support as always!
I’m sorry to hear about your cousin; I hope he improves soon. Sounds like your friend came at just the right time!
Sounds like you have a lot on your plate right now. Hope your cousin gets well soon!
Hopefully your cousin recovers soon.
I feel your pain. Being 1st Generation American is hard.
Most of the family is just too far away.
Do what you need to do to take care of yourself.
Sorry to hear about your cousin. I hope he has a full and speedy recovery.
I hope all is well with your cousin now. I can’t imagine how hard it must be to be away from family.
As for the reading, I’ve done a fair share of comfort/mystery reading myself, and I’m perfectly ok with that. I love mysteries. Why shouldn’t I? 🙂
Hey, Ili! I just read your post and wondered if you were referring to Abi. If he’s the one who’s been sick, please send him my best wishes for a strong recovery. You know that I love you and all of your family!
It sounds like you have a lot going on! I hope things calm down for you a bit soon!
Hi Iliana! I hope your cousin is ok… And that life calms down a bit! I’m sure you were great in your jewellery class, dont’ forget to show us what you create! 🙂
I hope your cousin is recovering nicely. It’s nice to see you back here and to know you are still reading and making “stuff”!
The less time I spend on the computer equals WAY more reading. And yet I find myself on Twitter way too much 😉 I’m glad that you are back…I can’t wait to hear what you read!
There is never enough time to squeeze everything in, is there?! So sorry to hear about your cousin. I hope he is better soon. Glad to hear otherwise things are good and you’re still reading lots of good books!
I know how awful it is to be away from family when someone is ill. My family is scattered. Hope your cousin continues improving.
Earrings are my favorite jewelry. Have fun at your class!
Oh I just saw this, so sorry to hear you’ve had family medical drama. Glad to hear your cousin is doing a bit better and hope he continues to improve