Closing up?

10/12/2016

Recently I have been thinking about closing this website down. I try not to get to personal here, as I consider it a business and who wants to listen to me blabber away!! So, this post is a little personal; fair warning!!

When I began to crochet again I was recovering from cancer. Six years ago, 9.11.2010, I had the first of three surgeries for stage 4 head and neck cancer. I then began the long journey back to good health. After 30 radiation treatments, a feeding tube in my stomach, and chemo-therapy, I was left with very little energy or ability to do much of anything. The radiation burned my mouth and my taste buds, leaving me unable to eat. The surgeries left me unable to look over my left shoulder, as a muscle has been removed from my neck. So, after a long road, with more than a few bumps in it, here I am.

Now I am recovered, my life is changing once again. I am in a bit of a pickle here. I am not sure what direction to go in. I feel better, I have been given a clean bill of health; I have even started looking for work outside of the house.

Now I must decide whether or not to keep this site running. I haven't been designing as much lately, some days I don't even pick up my hooks!! My question to all of my group members, there are 128 of you, is this: Do you think I should keep going here, bringing you a pattern a month, maybe two, or just post my patterns in my Ravelry shop and notify everyone via Facebook? If I continue with this site, I will still make all of my patterns free here vs paid on Ravelry. I am looking to all of you, that have been faithful to this site for your in-put. I value each and everyone of you and must say, that everyone that I have interacted with on-line has had a big impact on my recovery. You have all kept me going and now once again I look to you for answers. Thank you all so much for everything you have done for me, God Bless you all.

Cheryl

Ardith Mumma

10/12/2016 06:35:06 pm

Please stay, even if it is once a month. Glad you are feeling better and returning to work. I just returned to work this summer after 8 years of not working and I get how wonderful it is to be a survivor. Going on 12 years post stage 3 C plus breast cancer. Prayers for you.

Cheryll link

10/13/2016 10:50:29 am

Dear Ardith,
Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so happy to hear that you too are a survivor. It really makes you appreciate the little things in life that many of us take for granted. I hope you are enjoying your job, so far I haven't been able to find anything but I will continue to look. God Bless you, prayers for you.

Maryjane Ulrich

10/12/2016 08:07:53 pm

I look forward to your new patterns-I would be happy with whatever you decide. I do like having a more personal relationship with you, even though we've. Kth been too busy lately! I'm just so very happy that you are now well and can enjoy life again

Home made hats by Cheryl

10/14/2016 11:00:56 am

Thank you Maryjane ~ Maybe now that the summer is over, we will have more time to chat. It makes me happy that you look forward to new patterns. xoxo

Joan Thauberger link

10/13/2016 12:57:38 pm

Cheryl, I am so happy to hear you are feeling better, I would prefer that you keep your website going, but isn't the end of the day it is what is going to be best for you. I will continue to support you either way.

10/14/2016 11:04:19 am

Dear Joan, thank you for taking the time to respond to this post. I am always amazed by how many people actually come to this site!! I never thought that it would grow to be what it is today. Everyone is so kind and thoughtful. Thank you so much for all of your support! God Bless xoxo

Deborah Archer

10/13/2016 01:57:16 pm

I'm glad you're enjoying life again I'd love for you to continue on here but if you feel you would like to go enjoy yourself Or do something different i would not blame you, even if you post every few months or so I'd still be a follower

10/14/2016 11:10:42 am

Thank you Deborah for your kind words and response to this post. I am grateful to you and everyone whom comes by to visit me here. I finally feel like I am not a patient anymore. The time I spent recovering helped me discover a whole new "internet" world. Everyone has been so kind to me. It really seems strange to say, but by being diagnosed with cancer I have been blessed with so many caring people. God Bless you ~ xoxo

Diana Ludwiczak link

12/21/2016 03:53:25 pm

Hello,

I know you from Instagram @Wolfies_Place.
I hope that you come to a decision that is right for you. I love your photos and seeing Peggy.

Cheryl link

12/21/2016 06:54:09 pm

Diana,

I too love to see your pics on ig. I just adore your dog pics. Thank you so much for stopping by to see me here in Maine. I have "liked" your fb page and will continue to follow you ~ miss peggy loves all the attention!! xoxoxo

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