Darlings,
Just a quick note to say that my left eye is even worse and the next appointment is not until January. The NHS have left it so long that a lovely little ‘film’ has grown over the stitch that remains embedded. With the cataract in the right eye ripe for the plucking, I’m finding it almost impossible to read or write at all. This means I shall not be doing my daily visits, ‘likes’ and comments. Sorry.
I will still be publishing the short product posts because little reading or checking is needed to ‘press’ these. But please bear in mind that I will only be ‘liking’ your lovely comments and not actually responding. All your contributions are, as ever, hugely appreciated so please don’t think that my ‘caring’ bone has disappeared along with my sight!
Happy Thanksgiving to all my American followers!
Take care and keep laughing!
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![Romance in Stone [framed] © Sarah Vernon](https://firstnightdesign.files.wordpress.com/2015/05/romanceinstoneframed.jpg?w=159&h=159&crop=1 "romanceinstoneframed")
![Original & vintage art © First Night Design [www.firstnightdesign.wordpress.com] Photograph by “Nicolai Bernsten”:DJ;KGH; at “Unsplash”:http://unsplash.com Textures “2LO Confetti 17 and 2LO Distressed 12 from”:http://2lilowls.com](https://firstnightdesign.files.wordpress.com/2015/06/e289blog.jpg?w=159&h=159&crop=1 "The Boat House")
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04/01/2017 at 17:44
Kev
I do hope you get it sorted real soon… Waiting is the worst!
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21/12/2016 at 15:04
gringaofthebarrio
I am so sorry for the state you’re in. Hope you still are able to have great joy throughout the holiday season. But, on a brighter note: Congratulations, fellow blogger! I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! Enjoy a moment to shine then spread & share the love! Thanks for being a part of my little blogger-sphere. You truly inspire me.
https://gringaofthebarrio.wordpress.com/2016/12/21/thanks-shares/
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21/12/2016 at 17:53
First Night Design
That’s so sweet of you – thank you! Alas, I no longer take part in award schemes. However, whoever nominates me is added to the list on this page: https://firstnightdesign.wordpress.com/2014/11/22/first-night-design-and-the-oscar-goes-to/. I will do that shortly. Merry Christmas!
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14/12/2016 at 17:31
IreneDesign2011
Big hugs to you, dear Sarah 🙂
I hope, that you will be able to get your vision back, it is difficult to be an artist and then have these challenges. Take good care of yourself.
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14/12/2016 at 09:10
inavukic
Really wishing you Sarah good recovery, fastest possible but safe first. Hugs ❤
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13/12/2016 at 15:31
M. L. Kappa
Poor you, what a bore. Hope all will be resolved soon. Hugs, Marina🌹🌹🌹
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01/12/2016 at 17:41
Cynthia Reyes
Sorry to hear that, Sarah. I hope it gets taken care of as soon as possible.
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30/11/2016 at 13:53
Lynz Real Cooking
Big hugs and good wishes xxx
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27/11/2016 at 16:54
courseofmirrors
I only just arrived here, recognising a chiming heart and loving your art. Sending you healing thoughts … ☼
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26/11/2016 at 21:40
Silver Screenings
Noo! I hope the appointment in January will provide a satisfying solution. And, like others have said, don’t worry about commenting. We need you to be well!
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26/11/2016 at 08:50
masgautsen
Best wishes for your recovery!
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26/11/2016 at 02:25
sydspix
Wow Sarah! Definitely give your eyes a rest – we know you will be back on your site when you are better. Hang in there!
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25/11/2016 at 22:12
Widdershins
Major suckitude. … All digits crossed for January.
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25/11/2016 at 19:15
chattykerry
Oh, Sarah. I am so sorry it has taken so long. Wishing you good sight in 2017.
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25/11/2016 at 18:51
Judith Barrow
Thinking of you, take care
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25/11/2016 at 03:27
hitandrun1964
Sarah, I’m so very sorry to hear this. I’m also sorry to hear that you won’t be seen until January. Hopefully, things will improve quickly after you see the doctor next time. Perhaps they will be able to squeeze you in earlier, if there’s a cancellation or they find room. I’ll be thinking about you and sending healing wishes your way. I hope this is all over soon.
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24/11/2016 at 22:33
Julz.......artist, blogger, photographer, graphic designer
you poor thing, I hope it gets fast tracked improves quickly once you get seen
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24/11/2016 at 20:02
Ellen Hawley
Sending you good wishes and much sympathy.
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24/11/2016 at 19:13
olganm
So sorry to hear that, Sarah. Thinking of you, and don’t worry about the comments.
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24/11/2016 at 17:27
Joanne
Thoughts are with you Sarah for a “fast-track” to January! xx
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24/11/2016 at 16:55
Victo Dolore
January?!?!!?!?!! Oh, that is not cool. I am so sorry.
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24/11/2016 at 15:51
davidprosser
I’m sorry you have to wait so long for an appointment Sarah. Please try and rest the eye as much as possible, you need your sight for your Christmas stocking.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
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24/11/2016 at 15:43
Juli
❤️
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24/11/2016 at 15:34
Mary Smith
Oh, I’m so sorry, Sarah. I hope it gets sorted out before too much longer. Thinking of you x
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24/11/2016 at 15:27
beetleypete
I doubt you can read this, but I send my condolences about the eye, and hope that they get it sorted very soon.
Best wishes as always, Pete. x
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24/11/2016 at 15:04
mikesteeden
May the very best of good fortune shine on you sooner rather than later.
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24/11/2016 at 14:58
wendyunsworth
Best wishes to you, hope you are soon restored to good sight in the New Year.
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