Sunday 2 April 2017

LONG TIME NO SEE.....


Hello there! I know it's been a while, but that's because here at chez Snoopydog we have been having to get used to getting on with life without our dear, beloved 'leader of the pack' Mr Snoops; dearly loved husband and soulmate, Dad, Grandpa and Gramps! He passed away very suddenly in the early hours of  February 28th from acute bacterial meningitis, after nothing more than feeling a little under the weather for the previous two days.  He was only 62! Needless to say it came as a massive shock for something so sudden and unexpected to have happened. We are missing him very, very much, but in true family Snoops fashion we have surrounded ourselves with family love and supported each other through the last almost five weeks. My pal Josiekitten (Helen) has been a huge support at what is still a very sad time for her also. 

Gradually, each of my elder two children and their families have resumed their jobs and family life and today, the younger Miss Snoops has returned to her flat and job in London. We are a close family and are usually in  daily contact, even though we live in different parts of the country, so it still feels as though everyone is nearby!



Very little woolliness happened for two or three weeks, but little by little my beautiful Advent Calendar cushion has slowly been completed. It is bright and cheery and makes me smile. I love it so, so much! 

Everyone is coming home again for the Easter weekend and I have some sewing planned with Josiekitten and a couple of theatre visits during the Easter holidays, so life is gradually picking up on it's new pathway. 

Normal Sunday postings have hopefully just been resumed!

18 comments:

Anonymous said...

So sorry to hear your sad news. My thoughts are with you.

PixieFoxtrot said...

So very sorry to hear this. I've been following your blog for a long while now, and had been wondering if you were ok. It's good to know that your family is so close and supportive. Wishing you all kind thoughts, take things at your own speed. Your friends in blogland have been missing you, and are glad to see you back, but we will be patient if you want to take a break. Don't feel under any pressure to post to your blog, we will be here for you whenever you want to come back.

busybusybeejay said...

So sorry to hear your sad news.I was wondering where you were.I thought you might be bogged down with school work.Losing a pet is so hard.My brother and wife lost their King Charles Spaniel in September and a few weeks ago got another one (born on Xmas Day so called Holly).Although they are loving the new puppy they are finding it hard work!!!Will you get another dog?You are probably too raw at the moment to even think about it.
have a good Easter break and keep busy.

zetor said...

So sorry to hear your news. Prayers and thoughts are with you.

josiekitten said...

The cushion is gorgeous and will brighten up your sofa! Looking forward to seeing you this week. Hugs to you my dear friend. xxxxx

Jennyff said...

I am so sorry to hear that sad news, I had been wondering if things were OK. It is wonderful that your family is so loving and giving each other strength, sending you all condolences and kind thoughts.

Wyatt said...

So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and best wishes for you and your family.

Sarah Knits said...

Oh my goodness what a shock, I am so sorry to hear your news. Sending love and hugs to you xx

Clicky Needles said...

Oh my goodness. What a shock. Thinking of you and your family at this terrible time.
Hugs CN xx

Anna Prasad said...

Oh Ros, sending you love and light at this time. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Helsie said...

Oh dear Ros I'm so sorry. You just don't know what's around the corner do you ? Glad you have the family around you and can look forward to Easter together. Thinking of you from Australia.

Tracy said...

Oh, Ros... I'm sooo very, very sorry for your sudden, terrible loss! I'm so glad your family has been rallying around you, and that you've all been lifting each other up. You are brave to be here, and to be sharing... My heart goes out to you deeply... and my prayers are with you and your family... ((LOVE & HUGS))

kate said...

My sympathies to you and your family, Ros. Be well.
Your cushion is so bright and lovely - perfect.

Molly the Airedale said...

We are so very sorry to hear this, Miss Ros. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers♥

Teje Karjalainen said...

Dear Ros, I'm so so sorry! That is a horrible thing to happen and I couldn't believe what I read and if I understood right. It's good that you have family to support each others. You are in my thoughts and I'm so sad. Hugs! x Teje

SmallP said...

Ros,I am so sorry to read of your heartbreaking news. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult of times. xx

Christine65 said...

I'm so sorry to hear your sad news; what a shock for you all. Thinking of you.

Lynne said...

I'm so sorry to read this. Lots of love to you and all the Snoopy family.