Tuesday, 23 July 2024

Sad news and goodbye

 Sadly John passed away peacfully at home with his family around him on Sunday 14th. My computer broke and now council are downsizing us so currently decluttering, I have no Internet so posting on a borrowed tablet,  so sorry to hsvd let the DT down with no communication but I really had no choice. Thank you to all my followers for all the lovely comments you left me and once again -sadly goodbye.

Carol x xx

43 comments:

coldwaters2 said...

I am so sorry Carol you are going to be missed so much I have loved seeing your amazing creations I know how traumatic it is losing a loved one but having to move as well just adds extra upset. I pray that you will stay strong it is such a great upheaval not sure I would cope but I hope that you are made of stronger material, sending you lots of love and hugs
lolo xxx

meg said...

So sorry to read your sad news,sending prayers and heartfelt condolences Carol.

Pauline C said...

I am so sorry for your loss Carol and for the turmoil you must currently be going through. I hope you have family and/or friends around you to support you through this very sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs xx

Elle-Jeanne said...

Hallo Carol,
Wat een verdrietig nieuws Allemaal.
Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van je man John.
Wens je heel veel sterkte en kracht voor de komende tijd.

Ik hoop nog iets van je te horen in de toekomst,als alles een plekje heeft gevonden.
En je weer een huisje hebt met internet.
Wens je alle goeds.
Groetjes Elle-Jeanne

Kathyk said...

So very sorry for your loss and wishing you well with all that lies ahead

Take care

Kathyk

Pia S said...

So sorry for your loss and all you’re going through. Thinking of you and hoping you’ll get back in touch when everything is sorted and settled down. You have been a great source of inspiration for me and many others, I’m sure.

Viv said...

So sorry for your loss Carol. Sending love. x

Beebeebabs said...

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care my friend!!!

Freubelmina said...

What incredibly sad news, dear Carol!
I wish you strength and happiness in this difficult, sad time... 🙏
Lots of love, Wilma xx

dutchess said...

This is such sad news Carol and I am thinking about you as you head into this uncertain time
Sending loving hugs xxxx

Dotty Jo said...

Sending you love, Carol. What a difficult and upsetting time for you. We'll miss you at CCC, Jo x

Carol L said...

My heart just breaks for you Carol with losing John and now losing your connection with the outside world. May the days ahead bring you peace and comfort knowing you are loved by all of us. Sending big hugs for your loss.

ionabunny said...

So sorry for your loss Carol. Hope you have lots of support from family and friends. Hope you can get back online at some point and let us know how you are doing. Take care. Big HUGZ

Tee said...

So sorry for your loss Carol. You will be greatly missed! I do hope to see you back online sometime in the future. Take care of yourself. Best wishes. Hugs, Tee

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

I am saddened to hear the news about John. With everything happening to you at the present, all I can say is hold on, my dear. Good times will come again, even if you think they won't, please know, when you come back we will all be waiting to see your very creative and beautiful work. God Bless you. I'm thinking of you. x

KarinsArtScrap said...

so sorry to hear about the news Carol, my condolences, and take care off yourself.......gr karin

HilaryJane said...

Oh Carol, I am so sorry to hear this. I hope John's last days were peaceful. Knowing something is coming doesn't make it any easier and then having to move quickly just compounds that. I do hope you will return when things settle down for you, but in the mean time I wish you lots of luck with everything xx

Jean said...

Sad news Carol thinking of you at this sad time xx

anne said...

Oh Carol, I am so sorry to see this sad news, my condolences on your loss. Sending comfort for today and hoping that brighter days are ahead for you when you are ready for them. Thank you for all your kindness to me.
Hugs
Anne x

Lynne said...

I am so sorry to hear your sad news Carol and having to move as well must be very stressful for you. I do hope you have loved ones that are there for you. I will miss you and your posts and I do hope we will see you back in Blogland when things have settled down and you feel able to xx

Valerie-Jael said...

So sorry for your loss, such sad news. I hope and pray that you are soon on line again and come back to us, I miss ou already! Hugs, Valerie

wannabcre8tive said...

I am so sorry to hear about John. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Sad that you are having to move at this time, too. I hope you will be able to get computer issues lined out and start your posting again. I will miss seeing your wonderful creations, but hoping you will make it back to post more soon.

My name is Erika. said...

Sorry to read that Carol.

Alyson Mayo said...

I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing, Carol. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of him in the days ahead. Sending love and prayers.

papierelle said...

I'm very sorry for your loss and I am sorry that you are having so much trouble. But times will get better and I really hope to be able to welcome you back to the blog world. Your work is a great inspiration.

Shabneez said...

So very sorry for your loss Carol. Sending prayers and love. Shabneez x

Chris said...

So sorry for your loss Carol, cannot imagine the extra distress caused by having to move out of your home at such a sad time. I hope you soon get resettled- somewhere really nice- and can begin to put your life back together. Sending you love and hugs
xxx

*Vicki* said...

I'm so very sorry for your loss my friend! Glad John was surrounded with love and peace. Sending you hugs

Mrs.B said...

I'm so sad to read this Carol, and I can't imagine what you and the family must be going through at this sad time. I hope you can resettle somewhere really soon and hopefully, you will be back in blogland toon.
Sending love and hugs. Avril xx

EmmaT said...

So sorry for your loss and on top of that having to move as well! - sending lots of positive vibes, take it one day at a time. Big hugs Emmax

Leslie Miller said...

Dear Carol, I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing and the ensuing upheaval. It appears to me you have been a brave soul throughout everything so far, but it can't have been easy. I admire you and you're an inspiration to me. I'm sorry my comment is so late. I've been away from blog visiting. My heart is with you. I hope your inner strength will see you through.

R's Rue said...

I’m so sorry for your loss. Regine

Brenda said...

Oh, Carol, sending love across the many miles to you. I what to thank you for all the inspiration you have provided me and all the kind words you have left for me. I'm sure friends and family will be there to help you through all this. I do hope things get sorted soon and you once again can find an outlet for all your wonderful creativity. Big hugs!

Scrapping4funChallenges said...

I am so sorry for your loss Carol and everything you have to arrange for the move. I wish you all the best and thank you so much for all your beautiful creations and for being on the Scrapping4funChallenges Design Team. It was a pleasure to be working with you!
Big Hugs
Rachelle
https://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com

StephW said...

So very sorry to read of John's passing so sad for you and your family. Stay strong for the times ahead, hope you will have help in your move. Sending hugs x

wannabcre8tive said...

Just a note to let you know I am thinking about you. I hope you are doing well. I miss your posts.

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

So sorry for your loss, Carol - sending hugs!

craftytrog said...

I'm so sorry to hear about John Carol. Praying for peace and strength for you all.
Big hugs,
Alison xx

Lisa said...

Carol, I am so sorry to hear about John and your computer issues. I pray for your strength and send caring thoughts your way.

https://shinebrightandcreate@blogspot.com/ said...

So very sorry for your loss Carol, my deepest condolences to you and your family, sending hugs Michelle xxx

Elaine aka Ellapu said...

So sorry for the loss of hubby. Just take care of yourself lovely xx

Elaine aka Ellapu said...

So sorry for the loss of hubby. I don't understand, are you being forced to move? If so couldn't they have left it a while for you to grieve. Just take care of yourself lovely xx

aussie aNNie said...

Carol so so sorry for your loss, you need time to grieve and apologies I did not see this before as I had the blue death screen on my computer so had to re do it all. Sending hugs xx