HomeAbout MeMy EtsyTutorialsContact Me

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

A Grateful Giveaway ..

Hello my dear friends,

I had recently mentioned that I had to take a step back from any strenuous work this past week and there was a reason for this.

I hadn't been feeling well since a little while. I thought I had gotten a cough that didn't want to develop fully and therefore my chest was aching a little and I just felt not too well among a few other things but it got worse this past week. I actually had issues being able to breathe properly and at times I was scared because it seemed I could not get enough oxygen into my lungs. First thing on Wednesday morning I headed to my doctor and after he said that everything sounded OK and asked me if I had asthma (which I don't think I have) ~ prescribed me some steroids to help my lungs clear and he sent me to have a few x-rays taken. All that was done within the next hour and then the waiting started and I can tell you it was not a good time for me. I was very worried that I might be very ill, you see I was one of those silly teenagers that thought smoking was cool and in those days there were no health warnings about all the bad things that come with it. I had quit just over 10 years ago now and am so happy I did. I sat next to our phone for two and a half days waiting for it to ring and every time it did I thought ... this is it, here is the bad news now. It was awful, really awful to pick the receiver up every single time and wait to see who was on the other end. Most of them were wrong numbers or someone that wanted to sell me something I didn't need. I only left the house when I had to. This morning I was in such a state because I knew that today might be the day when the phone would ring and it would be my doctor... and it did. You have no idea what it felt like to hear the words ... 'Everything is OK! No cancer!'. I cried and was so happy and took a deep breath of relief and it felt so good. They are still not quite sure what caused my breathing problems, it could be that I have developed asthma or it was a chest infection that just got quietly worse over the weeks.

I am so grateful, I pray almost everyday but these past days I did so much more, asking God to stand by me. Asking that he would not let me be very ill and he must have heard my voice. I am so grateful beyond any words that I could say.  

Because I am so grateful and happy I would like to place a smile on one of your lovely faces with a little giveaway. I decided to giveaway one of my sari silk ribbon and hemp nests to one of you lovely bloggers instead of selling it.

It will be this one here ...


... one of my 'Woodland Blush' nests.

All you have to do is enter your name by leaving a comment on this post.
 I will draw the winner on June 2nd which is actually my birthday and which day better to gift someone than on your own birthday. I will share the winner here on Todolwen.

I hope you well my dear friends and life is treating you kind.

Have a peaceful and creative day.
  

47 comments:

  1. Ist das niedlich.... Aber die Schweiz ist zu weit weg von dir!! Ich nehme nicht an der Verlosung teil
    Herzlichst
    yase

    ReplyDelete
  2. So pretty and congratulations on your good news.

    ReplyDelete
  3. So glad to hear that you are ok and hope you will be feeling 100% again soon. Take care.

    ReplyDelete
  4. My 29 year old son was just diagnosed with asthma and was told it could come at any age. As soon as he started the medication it was a dramatic difference. I remembered when he was little he seemed to get the croup a lot. I think he had had it for quite a long time, we just never knew it.

    ReplyDelete
  5. glad to hear your good news. your nests are beautiful.

    ReplyDelete
  6. It is always SO nerve wracking waiting for doctors to call with test results!! Happy your call was good news !! This nest would be a wonderful companion to the one I purchased from you recently. It seemed each nest you created was more beautiful than the last.

    ReplyDelete
  7. So glad you are feeling better and that nothing serious is wrong. God is so gracious to us rejoicing in this answered prayer. This is a fun giveaway so enter my name. Have a creative week!!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Good news! Thank you for offering one of your beautiful creations!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Dear Karen,
    I am glad to hear, that your doc told you, that it is not so bad you thought.
    The only important thing in life is a good health and so please keep an eye on yourself and rest with planting or something else.

    Hugs from a friend
    Ines♥

    ReplyDelete
  10. So happy for the good news....also the fact that June 2 is my birthday too, and your Woodland Blush Nest would be such a wonderful, welcomed seventieth birthday gift!
    Here's to good health and great healing.
    Linda ♥

    ReplyDelete
  11. I can totally sympathize with you about waiting for news. I had a similiar experience recently. Every time that phone rang. In the end after waiting three weeks I called my doctor to find out all was well. Sheesh. I'm so glad you got good news as well:)

    ReplyDelete
  12. Dear Karen ~ Your good news brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. God's continued strength to flow through you as your body heals from this, whatever it is.

    What a lovely give away, and a lovely thing to do on your birthday.

    FlowerLady

    ReplyDelete
  13. Dear Karen. Oh my I would have been scared to if it was me. So good that all was okay. I wish you the best health in the future. Thanks for sharing these difficult thought with us. I know that we all are happy that you are well.
    Many hugs from Lina

    ReplyDelete
  14. I am so so happy for you. PTL. You make the most beautiful things and I am glad for the opportunity to win one of your creations. Thank you.
    M J

    ReplyDelete
  15. I am so glad that you received good news...our air has gotten so heavy with allergens that some days its just difficult to breathe so I know what you are talking about. I do have asthma but it is under control with a long lasting inhaler. I love your nests and would love to win your generous gift!

    Thanks for sharing your good news!

    ReplyDelete
  16. So happy that you got the all-clear news. That must be such a relief. I am not good at waiting myself, it's really difficult to not have control. So glad your ok. :) Hugs

    ReplyDelete
  17. Karen - I am so very very happy that your news was positive! Hope you get to feeling 100% really soon. Take care of yourself.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Thank God for your continued health. And thank you for be willing to share this very personal news with us.

    ReplyDelete
  19. So glad you are doing better. Take care and have a Happy Birthday. Nancy P.

    ReplyDelete
  20. What a lovely gesture! That is so very thoughtful of you.
    Your nests are so beautiful!
    Be assured, God always hears your voice - sometimes He does not give us the answer we would like to hear, but He does know what is in our hearts.
    I'm so happy to hear that all is well....and I assume you are feeling just so much better now that you have had that treatment and that you have received these wonderful words!

    Blessings to you....and you keep talking to Him - to thank Him for his Blessings - including that of health. At my age, I just thank Him every morning for the blessing of another day.

    Be well!

    Carol D

    ReplyDelete
  21. Dearest Karen, life is so precious. So very happy for you that all is well and such a generous thought for you to give away one of your beautiful nests. We have so much to thank God for. Blessings and smiles, Emilou :-)

    ReplyDelete
  22. Hi Karen, it put a smile on my face to hear that you received good news.

    I enjoy your blog and your beautiful creations and of course I would be thrilled to call one of them mine.
    Best Wishes to you!
    Lilli

    ReplyDelete
  23. Karen, nothing could be lovelier than receiving one of your beautiful nests...except knowing the reason behind the gift! I am so happy that all news is good...take care of yourself, as your devoted fans count on your posts full of beauty and ingenuity.

    ReplyDelete
  24. Fabulous news!!! I totally understand the relief, I was tested for MS just a little over a month ago and although they still do not know what's causing my conditions, what a relief to hear No MS. ~;~

    ReplyDelete
  25. {{wonderful}} to hear that all is well...sending hugs and prayers of thanks, Karen. xx

    ReplyDelete
  26. PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I think I know how you felt. Waiting is always so unnerving but so glad that your news was good news. Put it behind you, rest up and get well ... all the way well. No more breathing issues.

    As far as the giveaway is concerned - oh yes, please! I would absolutely be HONORED to be the proud owner of a little piece of you. Thanks for the chance, Karen.

    Hugs
    SuZeQ

    ReplyDelete
  27. I was also relieved with the good news for you!

    In Oct. 2014, my flu developed into pneumonia and I too had trouble breathing and had to be hospitalized. It was scary for sure and I am so grateful for the hospitals staff that looked after me. I am only 35 years old and thought it odd I caught pneumonia, even the doctor said to me only old men catch that.It took 6 or more months to recover.

    Thank you for this opportunity to own one of your beautiful pieces. Best Regards, Crista

    ReplyDelete
  28. Oh goodness, I bet it was awful waiting for the results? I'm so glad they were good news! I would certainly love to own that beautiful nest!

    ReplyDelete
  29. What a great burden of worry lifted! I love your nests. They are so very lovely. June 2nd is my 31st wedding anniversary. Happy birthday to you too on that day. My own birthday is a week later. 51. time flies! It would be such a wonderful treasure to have a piece of your work. Enjoy your day today!

    ReplyDelete
  30. I could feel your stress while reading and felt worried to reach the bottom line and the outcome but thankfully all is well with you and I'm sure a quick recovery is in the cards for you. I'm sorry that the wait was so nerve wracking but the outcome was wonderful. Take care, rest and enjoy the calm after the storm.
    I just adore the little nest and would be delighted if you could include me in the competition. Many thanks. Mary

    ReplyDelete
  31. Dear Karen: When I ask God for anything that is not selfish I always get an answer, you did the best thing ever by asking Him for intervention, and your prayers were answered
    I totally believe in prayer it has always worked for our family.
    Blessings on your healing and good health.
    Love your blog I follow you and would love to have one of your lovely nests in my home.

    Blessings
    Catherine

    ReplyDelete
  32. Karen, I'm so happy that you received good news:) It is always the fear of the unknown that is so scary. Thanks for this wonderful giveaway and may your health continue to improve. - Heidi

    ReplyDelete
  33. Oh Karen - how frightened you must have been! I am so happy for you that it was good news. God was indeed looking out for you and listening to your prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Fran Podlesney here, I love the nests you create. So ethereal.

    ReplyDelete
  35. I, too, am having breathing problems. I quit smoking 6 years ago this month. I don't think mine is the worst news, but I don't think it's going to be very good, either. So, I'm waiting. Anyway, I would love to have one of your nests. They are so beautiful, and no matter what you make, it is made with love. I know that for sure. Take care.

    ReplyDelete
  36. I am so glad all is well. Are you breathing better I hope? Your nests ate beautiful and you are so very sweet. My baby sister is a day before your birthday. This will help me remember yours.

    ReplyDelete
  37. What a relief! So happy it is something you can treat and be better. I would adore having this nest, so pretty. Thank you for the giveaway, and hope you breathe easy!

    ReplyDelete
  38. Hi Karen, sorry I haven't been around much lately, I have been ill for a few weeks. Starting to feel better. I love your nests. Happy pre-Birthday to you. Thank you for having an amazing giveaway. Love ya' Patricia B

    ReplyDelete
  39. I'm so glad to hear that your health tests were good, and hope that you are feeling much better with each passing day. I love reading your blog and seeing your outstanding creations. Thank you for the chance to win one of your designs.

    ReplyDelete
  40. I am so happy to hear that your time of waiting brought good news and that you are feeling better. Your nests are always beautiful, thanks for the chance to win one. Oh, and Happy Birthday!

    ReplyDelete
  41. So glad your tests came out okay! That is such a scary time waiting for results like that. Your nest is just beautiful and I would love to have one, Thanks for the opportunity.

    Happy Birthday to you!

    Judy

    ReplyDelete
  42. Thank you for sharing your recent health scare. We are all so glad it turned out the way it did. I had a MRI do my head last Friday so I know exactly what you were feeling. If I win your gratitude gift I know exactly who i will share it with. Thank you for being so caring.

    ReplyDelete
  43. I am so glad we have a wonferful God who answeres our prayers! I am glad to hear you are better. Thank you for the generous giveaway! Hope you continue to feel well.

    ReplyDelete
  44. It is very generous of you to offer us a chance to win a giveaway. So pleased you had good news in the health report. What a relief for you and also for us to know you will be continuing to do your inspiring blog. Thank you.

    ReplyDelete
  45. I'm here celebrating with you, Karen! So thankful you received the good news that you did. Your nest is the most beautiful one, yet!

    ReplyDelete
  46. Maggie
    Your nest is so beautiful! You were blessed with the gift of creativity for sure. Glad you are feeling better. Dianne Pilotte

    ReplyDelete