finding a bit of solitude

Jun 11, 2013

A few photos from our beach walk... I took these with my iphone and then edited them with Rad Lab - love how they turned out. This week has been much calmer, thank goodness. Last week was incredibly tough as Martin & I spent much of it feeling crazy stressed and frazzled. My mom has since stabilized (what a relief) but she's still in the hospital. At this point, there are quiet a few issues with her heart, and she's unable to fully stand or walk on her own without her heart going completely crazy. So the doctors are working to get that under control. 

In the midst of all this, Martin & I are trying to resume as much of our normal schedule as possible + we're trying to take care of ourselves as best as we can. Food and sleep have been non-existent at times and we both look beyond tired. However, I'm hoping to take a few days off this week: clean the condo, pay our bills, get to the hair salon and hopefully organize a few posts for the blog. Normal, is sounding so good & therapeutic right about now.

And lastly, thank you! For your prayers, tweets and emails. We're thrilled to know that so many of you are holding my mom in your thoughts & prayers and wishing her a speedy recovery! It's lightened our hearts, and put a smile on my face. We miss her terribly. Thank you for the love & support, everyone! 

xo veronika  


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  1. I'm thrilled to hear that your mom's condition has improved, V! Your photos are gorgeous, too, of course, but you and your family have been on my mind all week and it's so wonderful to get a bit of positive news :) Still thinking of you and yours and wishing you all the best. Hugs!
    xox,
    Cee

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  2. So glad to hear your mom's doing better- I'll be praying for her full recovery and for your family as you all support her.

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  3. so happy to hear that she's recovering! :)
    kw ladies in navy

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  4. So glad to hear about your mom!
    the pics are lovely! xx

    Daphne | Peanut Butter and Chocolate

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  5. I'm so glad to hear she's stabilized, and seems to be over the worst. You should absolutely take some time for yourself and relax a little. It's important to give yourself room to breathe in times of stress. Don't hold it all in.

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  6. Such sweet photos V! So happy that your mom is on the road to recovery!You and M deserve some much needed R&R!

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  7. That is such good news. I'm glad you got to relax a bit! Those photos are lovely. I hope this week goes well & things really do get back to normal!

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    xo Molly

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  8. these are exactly the kinds of days you need and deserve sweet friend! i'm happy to hear your Mom is under such good care and hope she continues to feel better and better!! being "by the shore" has real meaning in so many ways. i think it's quite stunning that you created this new space, the timing of it and every intention here is full of warm, calming harmony. much love. xo ♥

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  9. oh and PS: i adore radLab too! great shots V!!! ♥

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  10. Oh I'm so sorry to hear about your mum! I'm glad to know that shes improving though. I'll be keeping you all in my thoughts! These are such lovely photos. I'm a tad jealous that you live in such a beautiful place haha! Have a lovely week!

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  11. Great photos...love your blog! Wishing your mom a full and speedy recovery.

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  12. Lovely photos, the vintage colour is beautiful. Great to hear your mum is getting better, I hope things speed up and you/Martin get back to normal soon too :-)

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  13. beautiful photos - i love the look of them!

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  14. Oh my gosh, I had no idea about your mom! I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm so glad to hear she's doing better but I'm sure you must still be so stressed and scared. Sending lots of love your way! (Beautiful pictures too!)

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  15. great photos! glad your mom is doing better :)


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  16. what beautiful photos! love the editing!

    xxx
    Lady à la Mode

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  17. lovely photographs :)
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