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Strange BearsHI Everyone
I know I was in conversation with a lot of people about stuff for the magazine and it seems as though I have lost interest or dropped off the ends of the earth.
So please accept my apologies and the explanation is........that my Dad has become a great deal worse and I am trying to spend as much time a possible with him besides doing all the hospital trips. Basically he's been given 12 months at this stage. He is now down to 20% lung capacity and has just been diagnosed with terminal cancer. I have to drive him to the hospital everyday for the next few weeks.
Now this may sound awful but I an not asking for sympathy as Dad has had enough and really wants it all to end!! And despite being very ill Dad is still quite talkative and "with it" so we are having a wonderful time talking as we drive together which I am treasuring every minute of it.
But I know some people out there will be wandering why I haven't got back to them on issues or responded to emails. So please if someone wanders where I have got too or why I'm not responding please tell them that I am working on shortened time at the moment and to keep emailing me or chase me up. I'm really not trying to be rude or ignore them. :redface:
I really would love it if the artists took the initiative to chase me for things over the next 12 months as it would save me heaps of time and help keep my rather fragmented brain focussed.... 
So please if you have an idea for the magazine or a project etc ....please please send me an email but don't be offended if I take a while to answer.
thanks everyone.
Posts: 8,574Oh you poor dear, Sandra, but i do so understand as I havne't been able to fullfill my commitment to YOU!
i am so sorry to hear about your dad failing. good golly hugs, dear heart, I do know how hard this is. My heart goes out to you.
gollyslobberkisses with a clean dry towel
dilu
Oh Sandra... I know you didn't ask for sympathy.. but here's a huge hug! :hug:
Past Time BearsI'm sorry about your situation, Sandra, but glad that your dad is coherent and willing to chat with you. Treasure these days that you have left with him . . . I'm sure he will, too. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Sorry to hear about your Father, Sandra and glad that you can spend some time with him.
Hugs to you and your family
Hugs
Carolyn
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No apologies. Be where you need to be. Time is precious with those we love and care about. If there is one thing I know about.....it's cancer. I wish I didn't. I'm thinking of you and your family. If you ever want to share or vent you can e-mail or PM me privately.
Warmest bear hugs, :hug:
Aleta
Sandra, take care of your Dad and yourself over this very stressful time. You will be glad that you gave him all the time you could and let other thing slide a little. The majority of people are very understanding and won't be miffed at all. My warmest wishes to all of you and you will be in my thoughts. It is so hard with parents when the roles are reversed and you become the "grown up" dealing with all this. It certainly helps you get your priorities straight in life doesn't it.
thoughts are with you
Lynette
q.D.paToOtieSThat is a lot to go through Sandra. My thoughts and biggest hugs are with you and your Dad.
Back Road BearsSandra,
Hugs of strength to you..... even if you've accepted that your time is short together, all those trips to the hospital and caring for him and just the whole process is still very exhausting emotionally and physically! Take care of yourself too!
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Daphne
MerBear OriginalsI still treasure the time I spent with my Mom, although it was only 4 wks, after she was diagosed with terminal leukemia. She had lived with us for 18 years but those 4 wks in the hospital when we all knew she was dying was so different.
Remember to take care of yourself as well - you'll be needed!
Marion
Waggle BearsSandra: I'm so sorry that you're having to deal with so much. Spend as much time with your father as you can. You'll treasure those times.
:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
Chaska, MinnesotaDear Sandra: I am so sorry about your father being ill. Treasure the time you have with him.... :hug:
Delartful BearsSandra, I'm so sorry to hear - I know that Bear Makers are an understanding bunch - well most of us anyway 
I wish you the best of luck with your father, I'm very sorry to hear such sad news :hug:
Danni
Strange BearsThanks everyone for your thoughts as I was very worried that those of you I have not been back to may have thought I had changed my mind on projects or/and stories. I will be in touch and I am still interested. Please if you are in touch with an artist who is not on TT that feels I have "done them wrong" or ignored them or they are feeling unsure that their work did not come up to scratch......give my apologies and let them know I am just a wee bit bogged down at them moment and will get to them.
Thanks again everyone for being so understanding and passing the word for me.
thanks you ssssssoooooooooooooo much
Bears by JodiAHHHHHHHH you are a dear heart for careing....Please take time for you and your dad !! I pray for peace for the both of you and that each and every day is a blessing in some way .Tell your dad we will lift prayers. And give him a hug from all of us.
What Jodi and Aleta said! Most important, be where you need to be right now... and then, bless your heart for being worried about letting others down during such a rough time. I'm so glad you have these moments with your dad. Focus on that; everyone will understand, absolutely.
I'm thinking of you both.
KiddoBearsDon't worry! Right now,just take care and be by your Dads side which needs you most and yourself.
There will be more time for your accomplishments when the days are ready for you to attend them,and everyone will be bye your side as always. :hug: :hug: Mary
Real Deal BearsIt's good to hear your having some quallity time with your father at this dificult time. I have been thinking of you :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:
You are where you need to be right now, rest your mind as I am sure people will be understanding. :hug: :hug: :hug:
