Hello...
I've tried to write this post several times and then abandoned it.
Over the years my blog has been my diary of sorts... I've shared cards and handmade items, holidays and photos. Many fun times and some not so fun...
Today I have a card to share that was probably the hardest one I've had to make yet... Not because it was a difficult technique or anything like that, but simply because it is one I never envisaged having to make...
You see last week I got a call to say my friend Jeanie had passed away suddenly... Only a few weeks before I posted a photo of us together having met up by chance in Spain... I said it was one of the best things that happened and it was. I couldn't have known it was going to be the last time we would be together and laugh like crazy school girls as we always did when we were together...
My heart is broken, the loss is overwhelming but I do know that somewhere in heaven there's a party going on...
~ Ros ~
17 comments:
Oh Ros, I am so very, very sorry, yes I remember the post well...how heartbreaking for you....BIG BIG hugs my friend...I feel your pain as it has been a very rough year here. The card is gorgeous and I am sure will be treasured!! Take care!
Oh Ros, such overwhelming grief! I am so sorry for your sudden and shocking loss. I remember reading that post, and so happy for you both. My heart is with you, my friend.
Ros, sorry to her about your friend :(
the card is so beautiful, I love the rose and the little clear embellishment it's like a tear.
Oh Ros, how sad for you to lose a dear friend so suddenly and this card says it all and really beautifully too. The deep red of the rose gives great contrast with the bright WOW background, and the little gold embossed heart together with the sentiment on the vellum are perfect to finish it, and love the clear gems like sweet little dew drops. Stunning design too. x
Ros, I a so very sorry for the loss of your friend. It saddens my heart to hear your story. I'm glad to hear that you did have a chance to meet up in Spain. Your card is beautiful, it couldn't be more fitting. Big hugs, your in my thoughts!
Oh Ros I'm so sorry about the loss of your friend, but so thankful you got to spend some happy moments together recently. I think you've captured both your sorrow and the beauty of your love for your friend.
Oh, Ros, I'm so sorry. There are no words. I'm only glad you were able to see her one last time and feel the joy of her company. One just never knows. To lose any of my dearest friends would be like losing a close family member. You made a truly beautiful card, just as she deserves. I can see the love in it. Take care.
Your card with the red rose is very lovely! Ros, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear friend, Jeanie. Such a sad loss for you. Loving wonderful memories will live on in your heart. May God, family, and friends be with you and bring you peace. Warm big hugs to you!
So very, very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend Ros! How shocking and heartbreaking!! I remember too your post about the chance meeting in Spain and am so glad you had that opportunity to connect and laugh like school girls...that will definitely be a treasured memory now! Your card is absolutely GORGEOUS and will definitely be treasured by Jeannie's family! Take care my friend...I'm adding you to my prayer list. Hugs.
Oh Ros, what saddening news, I'm so sorry for your loss. What a surreal feeling that must be after that chance meeting in Spain. They say everything happens for a reason; this seems to have been one of those incidences that proves the point. Your card is truly beautiful, the feelings show. Big hug!
Oh Ros, I'm so sorry! But how SPECIAL it was that you were able to spend that unplanned time together. It was meant to happen. Cherish that moment. Beautiful heartfelt card.
Oh Ros...a big hug heading your way. I am so very sorry you have had that sad news about your friend, but fate played a hand in you meeting up to leave you with memories to treasure I am sure. Your card is stunning..a wonderful tribute to a dear close friend.Hugs xx
I've been thinking about you during this difficult time. The card for her family is gorgeous & I know will be treasured by them. Such a blessing you got to have that wonderful unplanned time together. Love & hugs, my dear blogging sister--Greta
So Sorry, Ros. It is so hard to lose a very close friend. As difficult as losing a close family member...especially when it is unexpected. I am so glad you had your recent time together in Spain. What a wonderful gift. Love and Hugs...
Sorry I missed commenting on this extremely sad post Ros...Beautiful card for one very beautiful friend x
I'm finally getting back to visiting blogs, Ros, and I'm so sorry to have returned to this heartbreaking news of Jeanie's sudden death. I feel like your unexpected reunion with her in Spain was predestined so you would always have that last giggly joyful memory of her. Your card is absolutely exquisite. Lots of love, Darnell
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Ros. It now feels like meeting up with Jeanie in Spain by chance was a precious gift. She'll be always with you in your heart.
Such a beautiful card for her. Love the heart-shaped framing.
Hideko xx
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