April has always been a very solemn month for me for so many reasons. This is the time of year when we are reminded, and tend to reflect on our Savior, the grave sacrifice made. . . the sadness of death, yet the hope of resurrection and reunion of life. With recent tragedies that hit close to home for me, I am left both shocked and heartbroken. . . This April is also the 6-year anniversary of the death of my closest friend who passed away shortly after giving birth to her precious baby boy. . . I have made it a yearly tradition since to create a few sympathy cards during the month of April, just to have on hand for such sober occasions. Though words cannot heal such a loss, it can help bring solace and let them know you care, that you are thinking and praying for them, and that you will be there for them during life's difficult times.
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Supplies used: Blessed Easter and Simply Sketched stamp sets; Daffodil Delight and Whisper White Cardstock; Watercolor Paper; Stazon Jet Black ink pad; Crisp Cantaloupe, Daffodil Delight, Pistachio Pudding, and Always Artichoke ink refills; Aqua Painter; Tea Lace Paper Doilies; Naturals Buttons; Linen Thread; Occasions Paper-Piercing Pack; Stampin' Pierce Mat; Paper-Piercing Tool; Framed Tulips Embossing Folder.
Awww, Becky. I am so sorry... :-( I can't imagine loosing a friend like that. But, with that being said, this sympathy card is bright and beautiful and sure to offer a ray of sunshine for someone.
ReplyDeleteI totally get it - my best friend died at 12 years old. Her name was Jane... whom my daughter Jane is named after. Every year on August 1st we donate to the church and I send a note. And on her birthday, whom she shares with a twin, I send a note to him. I hope everything is looking brighter. Try to stay positive and continue to remember. You are too kind. Not to mention yellow was a fabulous color choice.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card from a beautiful person!
ReplyDeleteOh wow Becky I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Lovely card and tradition for honoring your friend. Love & Hugs to you my friend!
ReplyDeleteOh Becky ... your card is beautiful ... I gasped when I saw it.. and you are a beautiful person and friend!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card to heal the heartache. I am sending you virtual hugs across the net!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful card. I lost one of my closest friends in Oct. and she continues to inspire me. Hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteLovely card......so sorry about the loss of your friend....
ReplyDeleteElegant, beautiful and a perfect tribute to your friend. Such a powerful loss and a lovely way to honor her. Hugs!
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