HaPpY vAlEnTiNeS :-)

I am soooo sorry that it has been so long since my last post.
So much has been going on, I haven't had time to actually sit down and do up a post. But I have been reading along here and there checking in with you all. And seeing that a number of you have been hit rather hard with snow. Normally that is us, but this year we have been rather lucky. Not that I am bragging or anything ;) I think everyone is ready for SPRING!

I haven't much news yet due to my MIL and the cancer. The last couple of weeks she has been running for a numerous appointments, such as a body scan, memogram, blood work, x-rays and so much more. The Doctors are checking to see if there is any signs of cancer elsewhere in her body. This coming Tuesday the Specialist is suppose to have all the results from her tests along with a appointment for her surgery. To be honest, it hasn't quite sucken in on us all. I think it will be more real when she goes in for surgery and starts her treatments. But we all are remaining positive and praying that the cancer has not spread any further. So hopefully later this week I will be able to share some positive news.

As for myself, running here and there for appointments. It seems they have found one of my problems but I need to go back March 13th for further tests. At least I was releaved to hear that there was no cancer. I have been having alot of problems since last Spring but I just tried to deal with it. But when we found out about my MIL, I called my Family Doctor to discuss my situation. She sent me in for a Ultra Sound and when the tests came back, it seems they may have found the problem. My uterus is full of fibroids on the outside wall which causes severe pain. I kid you not, sometimes the pain is so awful, I feel like I am in labor. I actually have to break down and take my morphine pills that are suppose to be for my AS. I don't like taking these pills, for emergencies only but sometimes I truly have no choice. So on the 13th of March, I have to go to another hospital for another ultra sound but when they are done with that, I go to another spot and they will be sending a camera inside to take pictures. They need to measure the sizes of the fibroids and then they will decide what will happen after that.

Then I finally saw one of my other Doctors and once again, he changed my prescription. This has been on going for the past three years. I wish so much that we could find the proper mixture and I would be good for ever. But nothing seems to work for me. The meds will work for maybe one month or two and then do nothing. But I have to admit with all the stress that has been going on lately, I am sure does not help at all.

I went away Tuesday with hubby for a business trip. How awful! It was a 7 hour drive one way. We arrived Tuesday at supper time, meeting 10am Wednesday morning and then back on the road and home at midnight. My poor body did not like that too much. The things we do for love...LOL. Hubby didn't want to travel alone so I decided to head out with him. On the positive side, I attended the meeting with him and learned ALOT about front load washer and dryers. I have also discovered the new set I want...LOL.

While on this business trip, hubby was able to meet up with the company that he is trying to get in with and it's looking brighter and brighter for him. We are keeping our fingers and toes crossed because when we got back home, on Thursday we found out his parents had sold the business. The new owners are to take over the 1st of April and will only be keeping hubby on till the 1st of June. Now we would have been able to take over the store ourselves but why would we when we have seen his parents go through such a ruff patch for the past five years. And I mean RUFF! With my nerves not being very good, I told hubby I think it would be wise that we not take over. Hubby agreed but now we know for sure, he will be out of a job as of the 1st of June. I am so happy for his parents because they will finally be able to retire and hopefully get to enjoy some good and happy years together without the stress of the store. But on the other hand, it makes me very nervous for our future. I am a person that has to know now and not later. As of Friday for just in case the other job does not work out, hubby started making calls and seeing people. I know he will find a job with no problem but 'WHAT IF'...

The job that he has been working on for the past two years would be the best thing for us all. There are so many perks that come with the job, #1 a awesome medical and dental package which is very important to have, especially since just my own meds cost $50,000 a year. And yes, you read the amount correctly...that's ALOT of money! Secondly, they have a pension package. Something that he did not have working for his parents. Don't get me wrong, we were putting money away each month but it's even better to know when you retire you will also be getting a company pension. When speaking with this other person on Wednesday he told us he will most certainly keep us posted. He had meetings with the CEO for Thursday and Friday so we are hoping by mid next week he will have further news for us. We do know for sure that they will be hiring and as of this moment, hubby is the only person who has a resume handed in. So once again, fingers and toes crossed.

So of course, yesterday I had alot of crying spells. We can't plan our Summer, a little get away with the kids or anything because we don't know what the future will hold. In the relationship, I am the one who worries all the time and as I said, I NEED to know the future. I can't live day by day. Especially now knowing this affects our future and not long away but only months. My head spins from thinking.

So to keep myself busy, I FINALLY started painting the shelf my parents gave me for Christmas. It took me forever to decide on a color but I finally found one. At the moment I forget the name of the color but I will make sure to post it on my next post. It is made by Benjamin Moore in the Historical Colors. When I first opened the can, I started freaking out because it looked like mauve. Not the color I chose but soon after I started painting, I calmed down and realized YES it was the correct color. So here is a sneak peak...
I need to give it a good sanding because I find the wood is still a bit rough, not good for dusting. But I was waiting for some nice weather to do so since I have no workshop nor garage to do these things in.

And I also started that cute pattern that Char from the Pickled Pepper Patch posted awhile back. The Valentines Penny Candle Mat. I know I started late, but better late then not at all right??? And besides, something to keep my brain focused on and that is what I need at this time.
I decided to cut out two. Always better to have more :)

And lastly, yesterday, I decided to start yet another project. And boy oh boy am I loving it!!! I haven't any pictures to show you yet because it will be a surprise. I have been wanting to do this since last Summer but never really had the guts to but then I decided I was going through with it. I will give you a hint...it has to do with painting and using the same color that I am painting my shelf with. The way I see it now is that it's ONLY paint and if I want to change it or have to change it, it can be done. But boy am I noticing that it requires a few coats. So I am hoping by Wednesday I will be back for 'Whatcha Working on Wednesday' with the finished work. I will also be looking for your opinions.

Before I sign off for the night, I had questions about my blanket crane. For the pattern...I found the pattern over at Kris's from Simply Prim. She had posted the pattern with excellent instructions on how to build your own. You can find it right here...

Well my friends, I shall run for now and will be back on Wednesday with my project and hopefully some good news for my MIL.

I want to wish you all a very 'Happy Valentine's' with your loved ones ;)