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Tuesday 18 May 2021

Wine Buffs and a Mum update

 Many thanks to all of you who have emailed, or commented here or on Facebook, about my Mum's recent visit to hospital. She was discharged last week and we went up (having checked that essential caring was allowed under Covid restrictions) to help her settle in at home and make sure the help she needs is properly organised, as well as to celebrate her 95th birthday which just a few days earlier we feared she wouldn't reach. 

She's not doing too well - she has carers in four times a day to feed her, take her to the loo and get her in and out of bed or her chair - apart from that she is totally immobile. She's very confused and doesn't really know where she is or what is happening to her, and although she was sent home for a trial period, I think that social services will soon decide that residential care is the best option for her. It's all very sad, but it seems that all I can really do for her now is to make sure she has a continuous supply of her favourite biscuits. 

Anyway, I've still managed  to fit in a little bit of crafting...



Foolishly I printed the papers the morning before setting off for Mum's, so I can't remember which of the Funky Hands CDs the background papers came from. It must have been Funky Daze or Now That's Funky, because those two are still sitting on my desk next to the printer. Unless, of course, it was V. Funky and I remembered to put that one away.... (blame the stress and anxiety!). I wouldn't usually use so much pink on an obviously masculine card,  but the colours match the tablecloth! The image is from The Wine Buffs CD from Katy Sue Designs. 

I've used the leftover scraps of paper and the mini image from the design sheet to decorate the inside of the card, but I forgot to take a photo. 

I am sharing this with 

CD Sunday Plus -Anything goes   

Sisterhood of Snarky Stampers - A is for Animal (check out those doggies!) 









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12 comments:

  1. Barbara Godden18 May 2021 at 13:49

    I'm glad your mom is doing better although it does sound like she needs to be in a facility that monitor her better, although 4 times a day caregiving is really good. Love your card, sure did make me giggle. Thanks for adding it to the A is for Animals challenge at the Sisterhood of Snarky Stampers. Sending HUGS.

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  2. JulieP18 May 2021 at 14:12

    Happy to hear that your mom is doing somewhat better and at home. Your card made me chuckle. With three dogs I know all about butt sniffing. LOL!

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  3. Pamela18 May 2021 at 15:11

    A fun card Jane!
    So sorry to hear about your Mum. It sounds as if she needs residential care. It would mean she has company during the day as well as the 24 hour care.
    Pamela
    CD Sunday Plus DT.

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  4. Carol18 May 2021 at 18:19

    Hi Jane. Sorry about your Mother. I hadn't read about her on your blog but Pamela told me in an email. I do hope that a good solution is reached.
    Great card and very funny.
    Caol xx
    CD Sunday Plus DT

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  5. Crafting Queen18 May 2021 at 19:39

    Very sorry to hear about your Mum, it must be so hard. Love your card, made me laugh. Hugs Anesha

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  6. Lindsey19 May 2021 at 01:54

    Ah Jane, hope all goes as well as possible with your mum. Glad you got some craft therapy in so you could join us with this hilarious card!

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  7. Karenladd19 May 2021 at 05:15

    I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. It must be hard to watch a loved one deteriorate like that. I can imagine it's worrisome to know that she doesn't have 24 hour care and oversight, and I do hope that social services can come up with a better solution.
    On the positive side, you got to squeeze in some craft time and make this hilarious card that will bring laughter to the recipient!

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  8. Helen19 May 2021 at 14:17

    So sorry to hear about your Mom Jane.. sending tons of positive thoughts!! And LOVE your card... hilarious!! Thanks for being our Sistah! ((HUGS)) Hlene

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  9. Dotty Jo20 May 2021 at 10:59

    It's a difficult decision but residential care will surely give you mom the security that she needs and I'm sure she appreciates the supply of her favourite biscuits - sometimes the little things can mean a lot. Your card is hilarious and oh, so Jane! Big hugs, Jo x

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  10. Jocelyn20 May 2021 at 18:46

    A lovely fun card. I like the colours you have chosen. Thank you for sharing with us.
    Jocelyn x
    CD Sunday DT

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  11. Seafield Jo21 May 2021 at 23:13

    A lovely card which made me smile on a very dull day.

    Sorry to hear about your mum, I hope you manage to sort out the best care plan for her, not easy I know.

    Jo
    CD Sunday Plus DT

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  12. Margarets designer cards22 May 2021 at 11:56

    Great card, love the image

    I am sorry to hear about your mum, I am sure a home would be the best place, I know its hard decission but in the long run you would feel shes in the best place and getting full time care. I hope things sort themselves out soon for you.
    Thank you for joining us
    Margaret
    CD Sunday plus DT

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