Hello Claire, I'm really pleased to see that you're getting such a varied response and show of support in the comments, again, I agree with everyone. I often chat to the neighbour opposite, he's 76 and had bypass surgery two years ago, always ask how he's keeping, "Never felt better" he replys. He couldn't get his breath and walk very far, now he has no problem cutting his grass and hedging, so on seeing him, your mum will feel so much better. One thing I'm pleased you've said is that your mum's heart is fine, so that's a major plus. You mentioned a pan and ladle, I came up with this idea for my mum, I bought a cordless door bell, the type with a 3 pin plug, you can plug it into any socket in the house and your mum can keep the button next to her bed, mine was plugged in on the landing. I do have more to add to this comment Claire, you are all in my thoughts xxx.
So good to hear about your neighbour! I know that most if not 99% of bypass is successful....but it's a scary operation and my mum is everything to me. The doorbell Idea is genius. Thank you Garry xx
You need to say how you feel .. staying silent and keeping your feelings to yourself can do far more harm then good. As we say it’s good to talk Claire. Having a good cry can also relieve stress. Sending my prayers and get well wishes to your lovely mother. She will be in wonderful hands with the NHS 🌈🌈🌈🌈 Your parents are very lucky having you as a daughter as I’m sure you feel the same about them. Sending you all my love.💕💕💕💕💕💕
Sweet Claire I’m sending you so much love and positivity...don’t worry about crying and sharing that’s what we are here for...it’s in our moments of weakness where we find our strength...your beautiful family will make it through this...cry scream yell laugh and shout if you need to...xoxo
Oh boy, you poor thing. I really feel for you. I’ve had my own issues with heart disease (33 and had just given birth) and it’s so scary. The good thing is to remember that we have medications and these operations that are much more sophisticated these days and are there to help us. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. It’s not easy, especially during this year. We’re all here supporting you.
That little mule had amazing eyelashes, animals just have a way of making us feel better whatever we're going through I find. When I was looking after my mum (she had alzheimers)my little spaniel was such a comfort. I feel for you so much, so glad you are there with your lovely mum and dad , make sure you dont neglect yourself though xx
You have lovely parents Claire, your mum will be in my prayers. Don’t worry about your Dad, men are very typical like that with emotions. Glad you can release it all to us! I and many others here support you and love your vlogs. You are Still my favourite! It was lovely seeing the mule, it’s interesting how tuned in they are with people. They just know don’t they. (Funny little thing - When you were at Waitrose I thought “yah, she’s taking us in” and it took me a second to work out you turned the camera off and we just saw food going in the boot. Lol.. am I the only one that gets excited over Waitrose?! 😂 - take care, lots of love to you and the family. Hope James is well. ❤️
You're right most men are very similar with bot showing emotions, not all but most. I do find that difficult. Thank you so much for saying I'm you're favourite, that's lovely to hear! I didnt know there was a waitrose thing! 😂 next time I'm in there I'll get footage! 😂😘
Claire thank you for your vlogs during this stressful and emotional time. You may not feel they are worthwhile but they are very much appreciated. I understand so well the difficulty in dealing with parents or any family that show no emotion when you desperately need them to, mine are identical, its so hard. I am thinking of you and your Mum, focus on the positive outcome if you can. On a serious note, that mule really needed his split ends seeing to 😂 much love to you xxx
Oh bless Claire, can't say I know what you're going through but they do say a problem shared etc etc. Just take it a day at a time. I'm sure that you are stronger than you feel and much braver than me for sharing how you feel. It's absolutely fine to be not ok, especially after all the turmoil with work and job hunting etc. Hope everything goes well for your Mum xx
Sending best wishes to your mum. And take care of yourself too. I also know the loss of many grandparents within a few years of one another, it never gets any easier ❤
Claire I’m sooo sorry for everything you’re going through. You are all in my prayers. I’m gonna be positive and say that I know everything will be ok. Don’t ever apologize for being emotional. If you need to talk or cry just vlog. Sending big hugs XX 😘
When you where toasting your gin I was hoping you were going to toast to yourself and after you didn’t, I toasted to you Wishing your mum the best and good health just as much as I wish you happiness and peace It’s very important to express your emotions in anyway possible. My father is just the same I put it down to them being from a generation where you didn’t speak about your troubles and mental health struggles the way this generation does. Life stresses with the added pressure of the current circumstances of the world begins to feel like a loosing battle I found the best way to deal with it sometimes is to close your eyes and take yourself into another path of life (I pretend I’m on a sun bed on a beach in the Bahamas) lol must be going barmy. But if you can for a second picture the other side of things (positively) when everything does start to come together and your mum feels better and you don’t feel the rush of anxiety as much things do start to feel better.
I think you are doing amazingly well with all you’ve had to deal with this year! It’s ok to be stressed and cry, they are normal emotions for what you’re going through, and defo don’t hold it in! I’m keeping you in my thoughts and I’m hopeful your mum will have a compilation free surgery and recovery. Sending you all much love and hugs 🤗
I know we've caught up but I still wanted to watch your vlog. I really feel so bad for you, don't deny the stress you're under Claire it's a lot!!! Enjoy every minute with your parents sweetie, I'm sure your mum will be OK. Stay positive ❤❤❤
So sorry to hear about everything you are going through right now, I know how you are feeling after my dad had cancer last year. Terrifying to think about your parents needing operations / medical treatment. Hope everything goes well and sending best wishes to you all. Take care of yourselves xx
Claire, you need to talk to anyone close that will listen to you and whatever you want to share on here, don’t bottle it up. You are right to get at as much fresh air and go on walks taking in the wonderful scenery , look after yourself and lots of love to you all ❤️
So sorry you’re going through such a hard time Claire. Praying that all goes smoothly with the operation and sending best wishes to you and your family at this stressful time.
Oh lovely, i am so sorry you are going through such a stressful time. Dont apologise for coming here to talk to us as a release i for one will slways be here to listen. Arts and craft will be a good therapeutic exercise and give u and your mum something to do together. You take care of you too. You wont be much use to your mum if u dont lovely. Anyway massive comforting and healing hugs from me to you and your mum xxx
Hello Claire, Sorry things aren't as you hoped and that you are so stressed it's affecting your asthma. Don't worry about unburdening yourself on here, you have to talk about it. You are in all my thoughts and prayers xx
Sorry to hear the crappy time you are having 😟 hope you're mum recovers quickly after she has her surgery in 2 weeks! Oh wow i had to rewind the moment the mule came running over when it saw you! Clearly pleased to see you, so cute 💗 Sending well wishes, Lynsey xx
Wow I'm actually first!!! That's coz I've gotta go in to surgery for a lot of different blood tests!! Hate it!! Got my consultant ringing me next wed..
Hi Claire. Thinking of you. Continue to shed your tears and let it all out.. you are a wonderful daughter to your mum and you are coping with so many things. If you ever need to talk .....call me. xx
Thinking of you and your Family and wishing you all the best!!! I don't know if reading helps you take your mind off things, but I've just read Mapp and Lucia and it kept me calm through a really busy time at work. Maybe it's worth a look? Sending all the best from Bavaria
Thank you, I love reading but havent been able to concentrate recently and I have no where quiet and comfortable to go. Unless it's a lovely day and I can sit outside. We used to watch mapp and lucia on tv and we loved it, it was filmed in Rye. Xx
BIG HUGS to you Claire xx Your Mom needs this surgery, and she will feel so much better after. I wish that she didn't have to wait 2 weeks but the Doctors know that she is strong enough to wait so that's good news. My dad had a Quadruple by pass and he really felt unbelievable afterwards. TRUST the science...lol as if we haven't heard that a million times over the last 6 months. But....really ....like you said the Doctors are bang on with this sort of thing. You'll have a hard time keeping up with her after all of this....mind you she was pretty zippy before too. I have the stiff upper lip like your dad, there really is no other option for him. So tell him that we adore and miss him too. xoxo Katt ^,,^
Thanks for sharing Claire, I have nothing but admiration for you, to make a vlog like this and try to keep it as normal as possible for us especially with all the emotions you are feeling. I'm pleased you have made this because everyone is listening to what you have to say, so you are not alone Claire. I feel so sad, the one person who you want to express your emotions to, your dad and you can't, a hug and a bit of reassurance from him would go such a long way. It's a shame your brother doesn't seem to be able to offer you support. I can only hope that James is there for you and to give the reassurance you so need and all your friends are there for you too. As for me, I'm pleased that I'm on your channel at this time. It doesn't matter how emotional you are on your channel, as others have said, and you have said yourself, you have to let it all out. Love to you all and a virtual hug from me xx.
My dad and I don't hug. It's sad but it's also a long story. My brother is being more supportive thank you. And James is being wonderful too. Thanks for your lovely comments x
@@frecklesforties Everyone has a story to tell, I'm pleased my stories and memories for me are happy ones. I'm 53 and like you have an older brother and his family, I was an uncle at age 5!. I've often thought it's a shame when you are speaking into your camera Claire and you don't know who you are taking to, so now you know a little bit about one of your subbies! I can see the love you have for your mum and the love she has for you, that's what makes mum's irreplaceable. It's true what you have said about men and emotions in another reply, I was 30 when my dad passed and i was always giving hugs and cuddles to my mum because he wasn't there to. We all have emotions and express them differently. There is a saying, 'laugh and we all laugh together, cry and we cry alone', and we all do that too. It should be your dad that hugs you but maybe you could make the first move, a quiet moment when you are together, It could be the start of mending what ever bridges have been broken? One day it will be to late. I'm pleased your brother is giving you support and James gets a thumbs up from me 👍.
Using youtube as a journal is a fantastic idea and you do need to get it off your chest because then you will feel better too. I will pray for you and your family.
Its wen like u sed if ur given a choice u pin yoor Hope's on the choice u have decided in ur heads..I know it's different but I'm given the choice of chemo or major abdominal surgery so of course I'm choosing chemo treatment so I'm dreading next wed from consultant...as my body doesnt cope now without antibiotics...
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Hello Claire,
I'm really pleased to see that you're getting such a varied response and show of support in the comments, again, I agree with everyone.
I often chat to the neighbour opposite, he's 76 and had bypass surgery two years ago, always ask how he's keeping, "Never felt better" he replys. He couldn't get his breath and walk very far, now he has no problem cutting his grass and hedging, so on seeing him, your mum will feel so much better.
One thing I'm pleased you've said is that your mum's heart is fine, so that's a major plus. You mentioned a pan and ladle, I came up with this idea for my mum, I bought a cordless door bell, the type with a 3 pin plug, you can plug it into any socket in the house and your mum can keep the button next to her bed, mine was plugged in on the landing. I do have more to add to this comment Claire, you are all in my thoughts xxx.
So good to hear about your neighbour! I know that most if not 99% of bypass is successful....but it's a scary operation and my mum is everything to me.
The doorbell Idea is genius. Thank you Garry xx
You need to say how you feel .. staying silent and keeping your feelings to yourself can do far more harm then good. As we say it’s good to talk Claire. Having a good cry can also relieve stress.
Sending my prayers and get well wishes to your lovely mother. She will be in wonderful hands with the NHS 🌈🌈🌈🌈 Your parents are very lucky having you as a daughter as I’m sure you feel the same about them. Sending you all my love.💕💕💕💕💕💕
Thanks Sadie, and thank god we have the NHS! I know she will be in good hands and she seems to have a very good surgeon. Xx
Sweet Claire I’m sending you so much love and positivity...don’t worry about crying and sharing that’s what we are here for...it’s in our moments of weakness where we find our strength...your beautiful family will make it through this...cry scream yell laugh and shout if you need to...xoxo
Thank you gorgeous....and thank you all for listening and being so kind! Xx
Oh boy, you poor thing. I really feel for you. I’ve had my own issues with heart disease (33 and had just given birth) and it’s so scary. The good thing is to remember that we have medications and these operations that are much more sophisticated these days and are there to help us. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. It’s not easy, especially during this year. We’re all here supporting you.
I'm so sorry you're also struggling with heart disease, that must be very scary for you. I hope you're ok xx sending love and cuddles xx
@@frecklesforties I’m all good, thank you. I think I have slight PTSD from it all. Thankfully I made a full recovery. Hope you’re well.
That little mule had amazing eyelashes, animals just have a way of making us feel better whatever we're going through I find. When I was looking after my mum (she had alzheimers)my little spaniel was such a comfort. I feel for you so much, so glad you are there with your lovely mum and dad , make sure you dont neglect yourself though xx
Truly animals are the best therapy. X
You have lovely parents Claire, your mum will be in my prayers. Don’t worry about your Dad, men are very typical like that with emotions. Glad you can release it all to us! I and many others here support you and love your vlogs. You are Still my favourite! It was lovely seeing the mule, it’s interesting how tuned in they are with people. They just know don’t they. (Funny little thing - When you were at Waitrose I thought “yah, she’s taking us in” and it took me a second to work out you turned the camera off and we just saw food going in the boot. Lol.. am I the only one that gets excited over Waitrose?! 😂 - take care, lots of love to you and the family. Hope James is well. ❤️
You're right most men are very similar with bot showing emotions, not all but most. I do find that difficult.
Thank you so much for saying I'm you're favourite, that's lovely to hear!
I didnt know there was a waitrose thing! 😂 next time I'm in there I'll get footage! 😂😘
Claire thank you for your vlogs during this stressful and emotional time. You may not feel they are worthwhile but they are very much appreciated. I understand so well the difficulty in dealing with parents or any family that show no emotion when you desperately need them to, mine are identical, its so hard. I am thinking of you and your Mum, focus on the positive outcome if you can. On a serious note, that mule really needed his split ends seeing to 😂 much love to you xxx
Thanks lovely Paula, and yes he needs a cut and blow dry 😊 xx
Oh bless Claire, can't say I know what you're going through but they do say a problem shared etc etc. Just take it a day at a time. I'm sure that you are stronger than you feel and much braver than me for sharing how you feel. It's absolutely fine to be not ok, especially after all the turmoil with work and job hunting etc. Hope everything goes well for your Mum xx
Thanks Penny, that's really kind xx
Sending best wishes to your mum. And take care of yourself too. I also know the loss of many grandparents within a few years of one another, it never gets any easier ❤
Thanks James really kind x
Claire I’m sooo sorry for everything you’re going through. You are all in my prayers. I’m gonna be positive and say that I know everything will be ok. Don’t ever apologize for being emotional. If you need to talk or cry just vlog. Sending big hugs XX 😘
Thanks Roaseann xx
Thinking of you Claire. I know it’s such a worrying time but your Mum will feel so much better after she’s had the operation.
Take care x
Thank you barb xx
When you where toasting your gin I was hoping you were going to toast to yourself and after you didn’t, I toasted to you
Wishing your mum the best and good health just as much as I wish you happiness and peace
It’s very important to express your emotions in anyway possible. My father is just the same I put it down to them being from a generation where you didn’t speak about your troubles and mental health struggles the way this generation does. Life stresses with the added pressure of the current circumstances of the world begins to feel like a loosing battle I found the best way to deal with it sometimes is to close your eyes and take yourself into another path of life (I pretend I’m on a sun bed on a beach in the Bahamas) lol must be going barmy. But if you can for a second picture the other side of things (positively) when everything does start to come together and your mum feels better and you don’t feel the rush of anxiety as much things do start to feel better.
Oh yes! Would never have thought to toast myself! Thank you for the wonderful kind words and advice xx
Hope all goes well, you are doing everything you can in very difficult times. Nature and walking always lifts the spirits i think
It definitely helps x
Found your channel last night when I was searching Tropic things. I have subscribed. Your vlogs are brilliant, and I hope your channel flourishes ♡
Thank you so much Lissy! You're very welcome here. Hope they wont be too depressing for you at the moment xx
I think you are doing amazingly well with all you’ve had to deal with this year! It’s ok to be stressed and cry, they are normal emotions for what you’re going through, and defo don’t hold it in! I’m keeping you in my thoughts and I’m hopeful your mum will have a compilation free surgery and recovery. Sending you all much love and hugs 🤗
Thank you so much kate x
I know we've caught up but I still wanted to watch your vlog. I really feel so bad for you, don't deny the stress you're under Claire it's a lot!!! Enjoy every minute with your parents sweetie, I'm sure your mum will be OK. Stay positive ❤❤❤
Thank you Dawn....I'm trying xx ❤
So sorry to hear about everything you are going through right now, I know how you are feeling after my dad had cancer last year. Terrifying to think about your parents needing operations / medical treatment. Hope everything goes well and sending best wishes to you all. Take care of yourselves xx
Thank you so much Katy, I hope your dad is ok? Xx
Frecklesinherforties thanks hun xx
Claire, you need to talk to anyone close that will listen to you and whatever you want to share on here, don’t bottle it up. You are right to get at as much fresh air and go on walks taking in the wonderful scenery , look after yourself and lots of love to you all ❤️
Thank you Dorothy xx
So sorry you’re going through such a hard time Claire. Praying that all goes smoothly with the operation and sending best wishes to you and your family at this stressful time.
Thank you so much x
Oh lovely, i am so sorry you are going through such a stressful time. Dont apologise for coming here to talk to us as a release i for one will slways be here to listen. Arts and craft will be a good therapeutic exercise and give u and your mum something to do together. You take care of you too. You wont be much use to your mum if u dont lovely. Anyway massive comforting and healing hugs from me to you and your mum xxx
Thank you so much Jacqui xx
Hello Claire, Sorry things aren't as you hoped and that you are so stressed it's affecting your asthma. Don't worry about unburdening yourself on here, you have to talk about it. You are in all my thoughts and prayers xx
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Sending you love and best wishes to you and your family x
Ahh bless that horse came galloping across to yooo...💕💕
Sorry to hear the crappy time you are having 😟 hope you're mum recovers quickly after she has her surgery in 2 weeks!
Oh wow i had to rewind the moment the mule came running over when it saw you! Clearly pleased to see you, so cute 💗
Sending well wishes, Lynsey xx
Thank you Lynsey xx
Wow I'm actually first!!! That's coz I've gotta go in to surgery for a lot of different blood tests!! Hate it!! Got my consultant ringing me next wed..
Keep us informed....dont worry.. yoo will get thru this...🙏
Praying yoor mum will b absolutely fine...& also yooo to claireeee yooor amazing honestly ur parents are sooo lucky they have yoo..💕💕💕💕💕
Thank you so much Amy x
Yoor right everything is sooo crappy...& also ur right yoo cant always be strong...u have to sometimes just scream...which I have many times..
Your editing is getting very good! 🥰😍❤️
Ooh thank you! X
Hi Claire. Thinking of you. Continue to shed your tears and let it all out.. you are a wonderful daughter to your mum and you are coping with so many things. If you ever need to talk .....call me. xx
Thank you Pauline, I hope you're ok, sending hugs xx
So sorry to hear about your mum.sending best wishes to you and your family,hope all goes well for her.kind regards from Margaret and all in lreland
Thank you Margaret, I hope you're all well xx
Thinking of you and your Family and wishing you all the best!!!
I don't know if reading helps you take your mind off things, but I've just read Mapp and Lucia and it kept me calm through a really busy time at work. Maybe it's worth a look?
Sending all the best from Bavaria
Thank you, I love reading but havent been able to concentrate recently and I have no where quiet and comfortable to go. Unless it's a lovely day and I can sit outside. We used to watch mapp and lucia on tv and we loved it, it was filmed in Rye. Xx
Ohhh claireeeeee I'm sorry yoooor going thru such a tense..emotional..unknown time..its the unknown isnt it? With everything @ the moment...
PLEASE keep us updated
I will x
BIG HUGS to you Claire xx
Your Mom needs this surgery, and she will feel so much better after. I wish that she didn't have to wait 2 weeks but the Doctors know that she is strong enough to wait so that's good news. My dad had a Quadruple by pass and he really felt unbelievable afterwards. TRUST the science...lol as if we haven't heard that a million times over the last 6 months. But....really ....like you said the Doctors are bang on with this sort of thing. You'll have a hard time keeping up with her after all of this....mind you she was pretty zippy before too. I have the stiff upper lip like your dad, there really is no other option for him. So tell him that we adore and miss him too.
xoxo
Katt ^,,^
Wow Katt that's amazing about your dad! And so comforting to hear.
I hope she gains all her strength back, if not more. I miss my mum xx
Thanks for sharing Claire, I have nothing but admiration for you, to make a vlog like this and try to keep it as normal as possible for us especially with all the emotions you are feeling. I'm pleased you have made this because everyone is listening to what you have to say, so you are not alone Claire.
I feel so sad, the one person who you want to express your emotions to, your dad and you can't, a hug and a bit of reassurance from him would go such a long way.
It's a shame your brother doesn't seem to be able to offer you support. I can only hope that James is there for you and to give the reassurance you so need and all your friends are there for you too. As for me, I'm pleased that I'm on your channel at this time. It doesn't matter how emotional you are on your channel, as others have said, and you have said yourself, you have to let it all out. Love to you all and a virtual hug from me xx.
My dad and I don't hug. It's sad but it's also a long story.
My brother is being more supportive thank you. And James is being wonderful too.
Thanks for your lovely comments x
@@frecklesforties Everyone has a story to tell, I'm pleased my stories and memories for me are happy ones. I'm 53 and like you have an older brother and his family, I was an uncle at age 5!. I've often thought it's a shame when you are speaking into your camera Claire and you don't know who you are taking to, so now you know a little bit about one of your subbies! I can see the love you have for your mum and the love she has for you, that's what makes mum's irreplaceable. It's true what you have said about men and emotions in another reply, I was 30 when my dad passed and i was always giving hugs and cuddles to my mum because he wasn't there to. We all have emotions and express them differently. There is a saying, 'laugh and we all laugh together, cry and we cry alone', and we all do that too.
It should be your dad that hugs you but maybe you could make the first move, a quiet moment when you are together, It could be the start of mending what ever bridges have been broken? One day it will be to late. I'm pleased your brother is giving you support and James gets a thumbs up from me 👍.
Dolly wud b digging in those fields!! 🤦♀️🤦♀️ typical jack Russell
Oh claireeee hate to see yooo sooo upset.. 😥
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Using youtube as a journal is a fantastic idea and you do need to get it off your chest because then you will feel better too. I will pray for you and your family.
Thank you Shelby xx
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I didnt know yoo had asthma..does that come on more wen ur stressed ?
Seems to x
Its wen like u sed if ur given a choice u pin yoor Hope's on the choice u have decided in ur heads..I know it's different but I'm given the choice of chemo or major abdominal surgery so of course I'm choosing chemo treatment so I'm dreading next wed from consultant...as my body doesnt cope now without antibiotics...
Thinking of you xx