Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday! I have a quick Autumn share today but before I get to my card, I want to share something personal, something that I finally feel I'm able to say out loud. Our son Dylan passed away on July the 13th of this year. After 10 days in ICU with a pulmonary embolism, he succumbed to his damaged lungs, failing kidneys and passed away. He was a few weeks shy of his 35th birthday and needless to say, July and August were just a blur for us.
I want to thank all those who reached out, sent cards and messages of condolence to us. They were so beautiful and appreciated. Those cards and messages, along with the Peace given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ, is what got me through the darkest of days. Christ is always with me and strengths me daily.
I'm finally feeling creative, and slowly getting back to what I love. My son is always with me, in my heart, my mind and memories.
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So now, let me share a quick Autumn card using lots of pretty snippets of patterned paper. I find it so hard to throw scraps of pretty paper away so I made a "Quilt" card using them.
How clever and a lovely way to use up your scraps So pretty, makes me want to curl up under a pretty quilt and read my book. Thanks for joining us at Double Trouble, Johanna DT
ReplyDeleteLove your pretty mix of patterns and colors, and also the quilted effect from the embossed design! Lovely card!
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How pretty with the embossing done over the patterned papers as well, give great texture to your card. Beautiful card and thanks for sharing with us at Double Trouble.
ReplyDeleteI was so sorry to hear about your son's passing, he was much too young. There are no words and I can only imagine the pain you must be feeling. God bless.
Great card Donna.
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Sorry to hear about your son.
"Grief never ends.
But it changes.
It's a passage, not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith.
It is the price of love."
Grief never goes away; it will get easier.
Sending hugs.
Oh Donna - I can well understand why you have not been present online.
ReplyDeleteGrief is hard work. I liken it to surfing - at first you are constantly 'swamped' with waves of of it, then gradually you are able to ride the waves without being dumped, but it is not consistent.... and lasts way longer than you ever expect it - be kind to yourself, and thank you for sharing. And you are so right, Christ is always with us, especially in the dark times.
Love your gorgeous autumnal 'quilt' - that's beautiful
Blessings and prayers
Maxine
I am so sorry to hear about your Son's passing. Please accept my condolences.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a pretty card, just love the look. I may need to CASE this one! Take care. Lynn x
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for comfort for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteLove this quilted look - the patterns are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing with us at Double Trouble :)
ReplyDeleteMy condolences for your loss. Your quilt card is stunning! Thank you for sharing with us @ make My Monday.
ReplyDeleteOH! My goodness Donna, I can only imagine how you feel, what devastating news. My heart goes out to you.
ReplyDeleteYour card is amazing, I love the patterns and the beautiful embossing. It's gorgeous. x
Oh, My condolences for your loss.
ReplyDeleteGreat papers , beautiful card 💐
So sorry to hear of your loss, A lovely seasonal card. Thank you for sharing at Allsorts. Sarah
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fall card. Great way to use up your scraps. Thanks for sharing with us at PIP Challenges.
ReplyDeleteHi. I love your card, great design too, just ideal for me, thanks for playing at Outlawz Colour Challenge.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. xxx
Just so lovely. Thanks for joining my theme at Make My Monday. Love Dawn x
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for you loss!! I find creating to be great therapy!! Beautiful patch work card...love the patterned paper and the added texture!! So glad you joined the fun and played along with our FALL//AUTUMN challenge over at Cardz 4 Guyz!! You rocked our challenge with your beautiful fall papers!!
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Wonderful use of "inchies." I love the embossing after assembly - so effective. Thanks for sharing at Double Trouble.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your son and will pray for God's continued presence and comfort for you and your family. Your card is wonderful, I love how you embossed it to add texture, and it really does look like a warm quilt! Thank you for sharing with us at Double Trouble.
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