I miss you all..
I miss you all.. Sorry I haven't been around for a while. I am writing this post as some of you are e-mailing me, wondering why I am not around. Thank you all for asking.
First of all my husband and I went on vacations for a few days. We went to Evia, which is an island very close to Athens, we went to Nafplio, Peloponnese, stayed there a few days and then stayed at Tolo, which is near Nafplio. We also went to Sparta for a few days and shall be going again tomorrow morning and coming back on Monday. We did not visit all the places during one trip but went back and forth to Athens, as I had some medical examinations planned during this month.
Some of my medical examinations were not so good and showed that I have a heart problem called ishemia. The doctors advised that I should exercise more and loose weight but also told me to relax and stay away from stressful situations.
Blogging has been quite stressful for me and I have been spending too many hours in front of the computer. That is one of the reasons why I have not been blogging and visiting you but also to avoid all the temptations by reading recipes all day long.
I've been following doctors' orders and have been doing some exercise, either swimming or walking, I have been watching more television, mostly in the afternoon when I am resting, I have become a fan of Gordon Ramsy's Nightmares in the Kitchen, I have been sleeping more and of course cooking and eating much healthier meals.
On Tuesday I will be going into hospital, this time for a final examination, as the thallium stress test showed that an artery is probably blocked but before taking further action, the doctor will make one final examination of the coronary artery, I think it is called an angiography, by making an incision from the groin (thigh) to examine the artery and will see what has to be done but I am hoping for the best.
It may take a while until I post again but until then take care.
This is my blog's 2nd anniversary and I want to thank you all for being my friends and for all your lovely e-mails.
I am sorry I do not have a recipe to share but hope to be back again soon with some more recipes.
I am leaving you with some photos I took during our vacations. I have taken a lot of beautiful photos but will make a separate post which I hope to post when I start blogging again.
Evia, Amarynthos sea front:
Nafplio, Bourdji Castle:
Nafplio, Old town, full of bougainvilleas. View from our Hotel room:
Tolo, view from our Hotel:
Tolo, View opposite the hotel: Koronisi
Tolo: beach
Tolo: sunrise
Thank you again!
Dear Ivy, No worries, you take complete rest. We will miss you but your health is so important. So take care and keep us updated how you are doing, whenever you find time.
Thanks for sharing the pictures, wonderful places.
Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos in a difficult time. It sounds like resting and taking care of your health must be your number one priority now, so by all means do that. We'll send good energy your way.
Hi Ivy,
We have been at Tolo beach the last couple of weeks but not every day and quite early in the morning! I wonder if we passed each other?
As for your tests, it may be uncomfortable for you and a bit of a concern but its one of those things where you must listen to the doctors. It must be very difficult for you to avoid cooking all the lovely things you love to cook! Even more difficult to resist eating them since you are such a GOOD cook! 🙂 Anyway, I hope you will soon be feeling much better and back with us, cooking and posting.
I'll email you soon,
Liz
So sorry to hear about your heart problem dear 🙁
Do take care !! Lots of best wishes are with you so dont worry things will get better 🙂
Lovely clicks dear 🙂
Tc!
Hey Ivy,
I hope it all goes well tomorrow and that you feel 100% soon.
Take good care
Hello Ivy
I shall be thinking of you..
take care
x
Perastika Ivy!
I have to say, too much computing (internet, blogging, reading recipes all the time) is bad for health, it does take its toll, so do have a break and enjoy healthier eating and a more active lifestyle, I'm planning to do the same!
To many more years of blogging!
Ivy, my prayers are with u..Do take care...relax urself..
Ivy, So sorry to hear about your health issues but you're doing the right thing by following the doctor's orders though you might have to re-think your TV choice...Gordon Ramsey is very stressful!
Good luck with everything and I hope to see you back soon...perhaps posting low-calorie baklavah and low-fat moussaka! 🙂
Ivy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that everything turns out to be alright and I hope that your change in lifestyle and the vacations to the beautiful places you have gone to helped improved your health and spirits!
Take care of yourself and you know we'll all be here when you're ready to come back!
Niki
Hi Ivy, I love the posts and photos you share with us, but your health and well being are so much more important. Years ago I felt a responsibility to post every few days, answer questions and keep up with everything, so I understand the work and stress involved. Today I don't do that even though (like your Web site) there are more visitors.
Real life is still more a priority over a digital life. My blessings are with you for Tuesday and always.
Hi Ivy!
Sorry to hear that, I hope everything goes well from now on and that you manage to overcome this difficult time. In the meantime get some rest and enojoy the rest of the summer in Greece!
All the best,
Konstantina
Dear Ivy, I'm so sorry to hear about your heart problems. I hope your examination goes well and the doctors are able to do everything they need to make you all better. Get plenty of rest!
dear ivy,thank you for this photos !i'am very sad to hear about your medical problems...i wish you good luck!
OMG yes I been checking for new posts from you Ivy, but I am glad to hear you are off vacationing. And I hope you will recover from your medical issues.
I have actually been to Tolo few years back ... I must say one of the best beaches I have ever been to ... the water isn't too deep ... and I remember one aclove which was so serene and peaceful where we spent morning sunbathing ... O how I wish to return there I have told myself many times!
Wonderful pix ... cannot wait to see more recipes!