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Sunday, March 20, 2011

With Sympathy

Our friend John lost his father this weekend.  His father was working OT, finished his job, and then on his way to his car to go home, he was struck by a van with three girls in it - one of them, I am told, only had her driving permit.  His father had suffered severe brain damage and slipped into a coma.  My husband came home and told me that I had to make John and his family a "thinking of you" or "praying for you" card, and I started to make it when I got the news that his father had actually slipped away and was gone.  I am so sad for John - he is young and so was his father -but most importantly, John was very close to his father.  My heart and prayers go to John and his family....and it really reminds us all that in a single moment the ones we love can instantly disappear..so its important to hug them a bit longer, and say I love you to them as much as possible.

I scoured the net for something appropriate - and nothing seemed right until I found this gorgeous flower at DZ Doodles.  They had this picture to use as inspiration for the challenge, so I went with it and I love the outcome.  

And here is my card based on this picture:

Recipe:
Image:  Freebie on DZ Doodles Challenge Blog
Sentiment:  Free Sympathy Set from Raindrop Echo Designs
Bazzill Brights Cardstock in Plum
Digi Papers:  Birds Gingham Brights
Medium:  Artist Loft Watercolor pencils
Cuttlebug Dots and Spots Embossing Folder
Martha Stewart 1/2 in. Craft Seam Binding Ribbon
Yellow Stickles for flower centers
Border punch and flower frame created with SVG files on SCAL and cut with Cricut Expression
EK Success 3D Dots (for the sentiment and framed image)

Challenges:
DZ Doodles - Challenge #6
Charisma Cardz Challenges - Challenge #11 To Die For
MyGrafico - Anything Goes
Crafty Purple Frog Challenge - Going Green
CR84FN Color Challenge - CR84FN20 - Plum, Lavender and Green
Delightful Challenges - Show Us Some Green
DYSU Challenge Blog - Challenge #11 Add a Bow
The Outlawz - POM Challenge 3/17  PM0317 Green
The Crafty Pad Stamp Designs - Challenge 113 Use a Digi
Paper Sundaes - Embossing
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37 comments:

  1. Gram's TreasuresMarch 20, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    So sorry for the loss of your friend. Your card is lovely and you are right, the image is perfect for a sympathy card. Thank you for joining us this week at DZ Doodles.
    Joyce xx

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  2. Meredith MacRitchieMarch 20, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I am so sorry to hear about your friend's tragic loss... that is just awful. This is a beautiful card for him, and I think the image is just perfect. I love the gingham background, and that green bow is the perfect accent. Thanks for playing with us this week at CR84FN :)

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  3. JennyMarch 20, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    This is SOOO pretty Sara! I love the layout and placement of that bow!! Thanks for leaving such kind words on my JJ card!

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  4. Deborah FringsMarch 20, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Sara - so sorry for your friend's sudden and tragic loss - I know how he's feeling. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

    Your card is perfect, the image is lovely and the sentiment heartfelt. Thanks for playing along with CR84FN this week.

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  5. Deb HickmanMarch 20, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    So sorry for your friends loss,so tragic and very sad. Your card is perfect,such a beautiful image. Thanks for playing along with CR84FN.xxx

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  6. MirandaMarch 20, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I'm sorry to read about this tragic loss, but your card is very lovely
    thanks for joining the DYSU challenge this week
    hugs
    Miranda

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  7. Gina KMarch 20, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I am so sad for your friend's loss. Your card is gorgeous, though, and I am sure he will appreciate the thought and effort that went into it. It's so elegant and pretty, Sara!

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  8. Mona PendletonMarch 20, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Such a pretty card Sara! Love the twinkle in your bouquet of flowers! Thanks so much for playing along with CR84FN :)

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  9. Leah l'OrangeMarch 21, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    oh, what a horrible thing for your friend to have to go through. my sympathy for his family, and i'm sorry for the loss of your friend as well. your card is lovely - so glad you shared it with the Charisma Gals. xo

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  10. Crafting QueenMarch 21, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    What a terrible situation, so sorry for your friends loss. You made a beautiful card.

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  11. PeggysueMarch 21, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    So sad, my heart goes out to the son and the whole family.
    Lovely sympathy card. I’m glad you joined us for the DYSU Add a Bow challenge & hope to see you again!

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  12. WenchePMarch 21, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Such a sweet card, thanks for joining us at Do You Stack Up.

    -Wenche

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  13. RoxannMarch 21, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Hey, Sara! I love your card and I know the receiver will appreciate your kindness and beautiful heartfelt work.
    Luv,
    Roxann

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  14. Holly YoungMarch 21, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Sara. I'm glad you left a comment on my blog because it led me to yours! I'm really sorry to read about your friend's loss. I'll say a special prayer for his family.
    Your card turned out really nice! I love the hydrangea flower and the soft coloring and bit of sparkle you've added.

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  15. aqualeigaMarch 21, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    A tragic story, I'm really sorry to read about this. Your card is perfect, I just know it will be appreciated. I am glad you shared it with us this week at THE CRAFTY PAD. Hugs, Ali x

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  16. Andrea MMarch 21, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    What a pretty card!!! Love that gingham background and fabulous flowers! Thanks so much for playing along with CR84FN! So glad you could join us this week!

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  17. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Such a lovely card, Sara! Love the beautiful bouquet of flowers.. so sorry for your friend's loss. I'm sure your card will be appreciated. Thanks for joining us at CR84FN!

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  18. Denise March 22, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Beautiful card. Love the colour combo. Thanks for joining us at DYSU this week xx

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  19. CharleneMarch 22, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Sara...I am so sorry that you and your dh have lost a friend in such a tragic way. But I am also sure that his family will be so touched that you made them such a gorgeous card. How could they not help but be cheered by a card that has obviously had so much thought put into for them. And that gorgeous shade of purple is just perfect for a sympathy card. And you colored that image perfectly...with the way you blended the yellow in with the purple...fabulous girl! And that wonderful deep green ribbon was the perfect embellishment.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    I love flowers and what a stunning card you made!

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  21. angelwhispersMarch 22, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Such a perfect Sympathy card!! Love to you, John and his family!!

    Thanks for joining us over at TCPFC Love Chanelle xxx

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  22. CheriMarch 22, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Such a sad and tragic story, Sara. I'm so sorry for your friend and his family. Your card is truly lovely.
    Thank you for stopping by my blog and following me. I'm thrilled. Likewise, I'm following you, and I love your cards.

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  23. Sherry KushibabMarch 22, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Sorry to hear about your friend - an unexpected loss like that is hard. Your card is lovely and I know it will mean a lot to them that you are thinking of them.

    Found you thru the Outlawz - will follow your lovely work. Hope you get a chance to check my blog out to. TFS

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  24. Sue Lelli March 22, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    THX Sarah for reminding us how precious life is. I am so sorry for your friend's loss. This card is justa perfect sympathy card! LOVE the gingham paper and the flowers and that sentiment! THX for playing with us at CR84FN!

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  25. UnknownMarch 22, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    I saw your comment on my blog today and I just had to stop by and say thank you. It's so nice to have visitors to my blog! I'm so sorry for the loss....Your card is simply beautiful! I am sure it will be appreciated!

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  26. PaulineMarch 23, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    What a terrible loss for your friends family, I am sure your card will be appreciated at this terrible time for them, and may even bring a smile to their faces. Sympathy cards are hard for me to do, and you have created a beautiful one here.

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  27. Purple CrazyMarch 23, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    lovely thoughtful card, thanks for joining us at Delightful Challenges this week.

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  28. JodiMarch 23, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Very pretty take on the photo!! Love these colors and card layout!
    Hugs
    Jodi=)

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  29. AlicaMarch 23, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    So pretty! Love the colors and the ribbon too!
    Thanks for joining us at Paper Sundaes this week!

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  30. Ms. JenMarch 24, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    What a terrible time for your friend. It's always hard to deal with loss. Your card is beautiful and I know it'll bring comfort to the family. Thanks for joining us at DZ Doodles this week. I really hope to see you again!

    Hugs - Jen

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  31. Maggie's CraftsMarch 25, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Sad story but a great creation!

    Thank you for joining us at The Crafty Pad @ http://thecraftypad.blogspot.com/ :)

    Maggie
    xx

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  32. crafty amyMarch 25, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    That is so sad and it is such a tough thing to make a card for but I bet this ment the world to them to know you were thinking of them and it is a great card.
    Thank you for joining us at CPF and good luck.

    Hugs

    Amy xx

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  33. Cindy GrohMarch 27, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Can I send John a card? That is such a horrible situation and maybe if anyone else would want to send him a sympathy card we could at least lift his spirits and let him know so many are praying for him. email me at grohcm@gamil.com with his information.

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  34. Cindy GrohMarch 27, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    oh poop that's grohcm@gmail.com thanks

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  35. ValerieMarch 28, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Really beautiful! Thanks for joining us at DZ Doodles!

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  36. Rosalien ZwackhalenMarch 29, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

    You card is beautiful, I love the purple colours. Thanks for joining us at DZDoodles.

    Hugs, Rosalien

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  37. Tracy SMarch 31, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Oh my goodness that is terribly sad and seems so senseless. For John and his family and for that little girl that will have to live with killing a man for the rest of her life. :( Sorry to hear this Sara.. your card is beautiful and very thoughtful.

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