Weekly Blog No 116 – Goodbye 40’s and Hello 50’s.

I had previously mentioned in a blog that when I was diagnosed with cancer, I put out to the universe, to please let me reach my 50th Birthday. I’m glad to report, I made it. I do believe its a combination of a positive attitude and gaining a knowledge on Carcinoid Cancer.

The last decade was a mixture of excitement and emotions. We moved to Canada experiencing everything Canadian. Then I suffered with my spine and endured 4 surgeries. To add to the emotions, I was diagnosed with a rare cancer. Yet my husband & I continued to enjoy Canadian life with such amazing friends. 3 Cancer ops later it was time to go home to be nearer to my family in UK and Ireland. We have no regrets but my heart is still in Canada. Therefore goodbye to my forties and hello to my fifties.

Firstly I would like to thank everyone who has been telling me I look mid to late 30s. I have to thank my parents Irish genes for that one because its nothing I have done. I haven’t had any invasive beauty treatments or used any special beauty products.

Last week, I was fortunate to have friends come and see me throughout the week. We celebrated with bucks frizz, coffee and tea. There was chatting over a variety of cakes and fresh fruit. I do love a girly gatherings because there is no subject out of bounds and the room is always full of giggles.

Saturday was my birthday and I was showered with birthday cards. Every available surface was covered with cards of love. I got balloons full of helium floated in euphoria. I had flower arrangements, salt and peppered around my house. I was sprinkled with gifts of generosity. The house was full of bliss and kindness.

I’m so so grateful to everyone who made my birthday so special. My 50th Birthday is one I shall always remember. Thank you.

Love to you all. ❤️

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Weekly Blog No 87 – Letters & Cards

I’m writing this blog because someone mentioned receiving cards through the post on social media. No one sends a letter or even cards so much these days. Computers and social media have taken over the art of handwriting.

There is no denying that we all smile when we see a handwritten envelope coming through the letter box. Hence it’s not a computer generated bill or marketing literature. Letters & cards are more of a personal gesture and shows a noticeable effort from the sender.

Do we smile in the same way when we receive a happy birthday on social media, I’m not sure. We are unquestionably grateful that someone has said happy birthday but it’s usually due to a prompt reminder on social media.

When writing a letter, it’s more personal and the content can be more intimate. I’m sure the intimate contents of your letter would not be displayed all over your social media. Furthermore you somewhat take the time to choose a card, with the right wording & picture. It’s then handwritten with befitting message, sealed, stamped and mailed away.

Social media is beyond any doubt less tasking, there’s no money involved in purchases and caters by its immediate action. Social media is especially good if you live overseas, keeping your family & friends upto date with news and photos. This has been extremely helpful in my situation. I couldn’t imagine writing over 100 letters to keep people involved.

Is letter writing and card sending a dying gesture of kindness! I do send letters and I categorically send cards. Maybe we should all send more letters, rekindle the excitement of receiving mail through the letter box. Let’s bring back paper, handwriting and postage stamps. Endorse being creative and bring back smiles.