I can’t believe it almost been a month since my last blog post. But, I do have a few good reason’s. When I posted that last post on December 8th, I was so sick. It all started with my right eye swelling shut, then my nose, and an infection in my right ear all due to a sever sinus infection., Believe me, it wasn’t pretty, nor did I care LOL!! But, that’s not all. After several visits to my Dr. she told me I had walking Pneumonia , and that’s what kicked my _ _ _ (you know what). I missed a couple weeks of work, and went back against my Dr.‘s wishes, plus the Holidays. Trust me I had no energy what so ever. The medication's they put me on made me very sleepy so when I did get home from work, I went right to bed. I still get really tired. So, longs story short, I’m ready for the New Year.
I wish I had a project/card I could post today, but I don’t L. I am working on a few things for CHA, so bare with me, I hope to have a couple of cards posted soon. I want to thank a lot of you for checking in on me J your emails were very sweet, and sorry I did not answer. I‘ve been playing catch up because the computer wasn’t on.
Thanks again, Linda Duke
I just got out of the hospital yesterday. I was there for a week with pneumonia in the upper lobe of my right lung. I felt like you. I waited too long to go to the hospital. The pain in my right lung felt as if I had pulled a muscle or pinched a nerve. I never dreamed it was pneumonia. I still feel quite weak and very tired. I will be going to my family Dr. tomorrow for follow up and I guess he will be able to tell me when I can go back to work.
Posted by: Anna/Oma | January 12, 2010 at 11:03 AM
Oh Linda, your creations are always so spectactular, and these are no exception. You made such good use of these darling new baby dies.
Posted by: Karen Hunsaker | January 10, 2010 at 12:44 PM
Linda -
Just beautiful work (as usual)! And Gage is the sweetest little baby. Thank you for the tutorial.
Elaine Allen
Posted by: Elaine Allen | January 10, 2010 at 10:13 AM
Linda! Sorry you've been so sick. Hope you are on the mends completely and have been able to create some. Still take it easy. {{{hugs}}}
Posted by: Amber Joy | January 09, 2010 at 08:05 AM
wow linda what a way to spend the holidays hope your feeling better now and if not hope you are soon and back to your wonderful creating self.
Posted by: kathy s | January 05, 2010 at 03:13 PM
Sorry about having the disease but am happy you are back on the mend. I look forward to the CHA and seeing the latest Linda Duke creations. Be good to yourself - you deserve it. Wishing you joy and wonderful creativity for the new year.
Posted by: Louise Fox | January 05, 2010 at 09:24 AM
Linda,
I have missed your posts, sorry to hear that you have been sick. Take care of yourself, women are last on the take care of list, everyone else comes first. Praying for a full recovery for you.....fast..
Your blog is truly an inspiration to all who read it.
Thank you for sharing your amazing talents with us.
Gale
Posted by: Gale Howard | January 05, 2010 at 08:22 AM
That is awful! Really, it sounds terrible!!!! I hope you get completely up and over it very soon. What a horrible way to spend your holidays. Feel better soon!
Posted by: Valerie C | January 05, 2010 at 04:23 AM
It's so nice to have you back Linda. You have had a really bad time with illness. I hope you are well on the way to getting full strength back. Soon you will be well enough to do some craft. in the meantime get well.
Hugs Marion
Posted by: Marion (Australia) | January 04, 2010 at 10:06 PM
I also have been down and out with a cold that has lingered far longer than it should have. I don't know if all this deep cold weather is helping at all. Let's hope we both get back to full steam. Feel better!
Posted by: Donna | January 04, 2010 at 09:14 PM
Don't worry about missing the posts. I am glad you are feeling better. You better not push yourself too much because you sure wouldn't want a backset! Take care!
Posted by: Terri Jackson | January 04, 2010 at 08:57 PM
So sorry you were sick for the holidays!!! Glad you are doing better now though!!!!
Posted by: Michele | January 04, 2010 at 06:45 PM
Glad to hear you are feeling better. I had wondered if everything was ok. Hopefully you'll be back to your ol' self real soon.
Posted by: Jody Hammond | January 04, 2010 at 04:08 PM
Happy New Year Linda
glad your on the mend..it is terrible being sick but we all go through it..I can feel your ready to go..so a word of advice..take it slow...if your able.
Always enjoy your tuts and cards..
pat
Posted by: pat posk | January 04, 2010 at 03:41 PM
Oh, that didn't sound at all a nice thing to have gone through. So glad you are up and running now. I kept on checking your site to see if you had posted anything. Look forward to seeing all you have through 2010.
Posted by: Carol Southern | January 04, 2010 at 03:20 PM
Am sorry to hear about your illness. Pneumonia can be very serious! Am glad that you are doing better and hope and pray you have a full recovery very soon! I do miss your cards since they are always very very lovely,but your health is much more important! You take good care!!!
Posted by: MariaP | January 04, 2010 at 02:26 PM
So sorry to hear you've had such a long bout with you illness. From experience let me tell you...take it easy...I glad to hear that you're feeling better and getting back into 'life' again...
Posted by: Barb Hardeman | January 04, 2010 at 02:04 PM
Happy New Year, Linda!
I am happy to hear you are on the mend. I am sorry you were so very ill. Don't over do it or you will get sick again.
Just do your CHA work and your blog can wait. We will all be here when you are back :o)
Love and Hugs, Candy
Posted by: Candy Mills | January 04, 2010 at 02:01 PM
Linda -
Your number one priority is to take care of yourself and get well. We women are not good at that, everyone else comes first. You just take care of yourself.
Elaine Allen
Posted by: Elaine Allen | January 04, 2010 at 12:03 PM
Ohhhhhhhh, I've had that and it's definitely NO FUN! Glad to hear you are on the mend...please baby yourself and don't overdo...don't want you to have a relapse!!!
Posted by: Jan Castle | January 04, 2010 at 11:24 AM
Oh Linda~ You poor thing! Glad you're on the mend and can't wait to see your gorgeous stuff. No hurry though.. just concentrate on getting better! :)
Posted by: dalayney | January 04, 2010 at 10:32 AM
Well at least you're on the mend now. I hope you'll take it easy and quit pushing yourself. you'll need time for your system to regain its strength. We'll be right here waiting, albeit with baited breath!
Posted by: Gabriela (Gabi With An Eye) | January 04, 2010 at 09:06 AM
We missed you and your pretty creations! Get well ASAP!
Posted by: Anna Wolleben | January 04, 2010 at 09:04 AM
Enjoy, your card creations. Hope you get well ASAP. Say a prayer for recovery.
Posted by: Rita J. | January 04, 2010 at 09:01 AM
The main thing is that you are better now and we are all very glad you are on the mend. We missed you! Hugs and prayers to you.
Posted by: Shawna | January 04, 2010 at 08:52 AM
Take Care, and I look forward to your creations!
Aloha & Hugs,
Denise
Posted by: Denise | January 04, 2010 at 08:28 AM
Linda, I'm sorry to hear you'be been so sick. You take care of yourself and know so many are sending prayers your way!
Posted by: Jamie Wilcox | January 04, 2010 at 08:21 AM
I have missed you and your beautiful creations, Linda. Take the time your body needs to heal, and know that you're in my prayers for complete recovery and a healthy, happy new year. Hugs....
Posted by: Lynda Hill | January 04, 2010 at 07:51 AM
Hi Linda. So sorry you've been under the weather girly! I hope 2010 brings you a renewed energy and many blessings!
Posted by: Melisa Waldorf | January 04, 2010 at 07:21 AM
Linda,
I am glad you are feeling better! I have had pneumonia before and it will kick your butt! Or put you on your butt! But I can't wait to see what you are working on! Hope 2010 brings you wellness!
Posted by: Missy | January 04, 2010 at 05:38 AM
I'm so sorry to hear of your illness Linda! I'll keep you in my prayers. I was just thinking of you a few days ago. I'm sending happy, healthy vives via e-mail wishing you a complete recovery. I can't wait to see what you have done for CHA!
Posted by: Jerri Kay | January 04, 2010 at 05:19 AM
well i'm glad you are feeling better now!
Posted by: Sherry | January 04, 2010 at 03:07 AM
Oh, Linda! Didn't know it was that bad! Hope you are 100% soon! xo
Posted by: MargieH | January 03, 2010 at 09:16 PM