I've been making way too many sympathy cards the last couple of weeks. My daughter's friend from school recently lost her dad after a very long battle with cancer. His passing hit both us of pretty hard. For me, as a mom, I think of all the things he won't be there to see his daughter do. My daughter is getting married next summer and I can't imagine her dad not being there to walk her down the isle. Or to see her get her masters degree in a couple of years, or hold her children someday.
Give those you love a big hug today and tell them how much you love them while you still can. I pray God gives her peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Deanna Jean
Supplies:
Stamps: PTI Crackled Mini, Happy Hydrangea & Beautiful Butterflies
Ink: PTI Spring Moss & Smokey Shadow
This is such a lovely card, so serene and I'm sure will be much appreciated. I'm sure I'm gonna have to CAS this one!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card. I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sure that this card will be appreciated.
ReplyDeleteI have been doing too much of the same Deanna. This is a really beautiful sympathy card.
ReplyDeleteI love the layering of white card stock and stamped images. This is the first time I've seen the crackled background and it really is very pretty. So sorry that you have had the need for a sympathy card .. they are always so difficult to make.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful card. Perfect for the occasion....it's always so difficult to come up with something that seems appropriate in these situations and I think you have done it. So sorry to hear that your daughter's friend lost her precious father.
ReplyDeletea beautiful card and may the family feel a little peace with it.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!... and yes we do not appreciate each other enough...
ReplyDeleteStunning! Simply gorgeous and perfect for the occasion.
ReplyDeleteLosing a young parent is so hard. Sending hugs to you and your daughter's friend. Your card is gorgeous. Portrays a feel of serenity perfectly.
ReplyDeleteSending hugs your way friend! Sympathy cards are no fun but this one is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sympathy card....so sad that you have to have them! I do have a question about the crackle stamp....I've seen you use it here lately and I am wondering how easy it is to "match" up with itself? It looks very seamless when you stamp it and I know it is a smaller stamp. Do you use a stamp positioner? Or just eyeball it? I am contemplating getting it, I love it so much!
ReplyDeleteyou have made a beautiful card that is heartfelt and I am sure it will be received with all the love you've put into it. It is so difficult sending these cards but it helps the sender as well as the receiver you know? I'm sorry for your loss - I try to remember your reminder (about telling those you love every day) - its a very good thing to practice :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, Deanna...these are so hard, as I find myself making them too. Sigh. My heart and prayers go out to you and all of those affected by this man's passing. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteGood morning! I found you via the Moxie Fab blog roll. This card is so lovely. I always have the hardest time with sympathy cards. Nicely done.
ReplyDelete