i made this card for my son, Will; he passed away two years ago today and it just feels natural to me to continue to make cards to honour him, especially because he always encouraged me along my creative pursuits. besides, so much has changed since that horrific day that my card making is probably the only thing that feels natural; everything else just feels out of whack – maybe it always will. i miss him and think of him daily, but with my birthday last saturday and father’s day tomorrow, it’s been an overwhelming week.
teddy is watercoloured and i added flower soft to the flower centres and for the grass. iÂ’m submitting this card to the flower soft floral challenge.
thanks for looking. i always appreciate everyoneÂ’s comments, but depending on what kind of day iÂ’m having, i sometimes donÂ’t get around to commenting as often as i should.
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2011 GMT Views: 613
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 131628
Sat, Jun 18, 2011 @ 1:44 PM
Goodness, Linda, is it really two years. I remember last year when it was the first anniversary.
I guess that there's a way in which things will always be out of kilter - my uncle expressed it beautifully to my dad when my mother died (he and my aunt lost a son when he was 22). Trying to remember, but I think he described it as a tree that had been struck by lightning and one part had died but the other part went on, shaped by its past and with part missing. Wish I could remember better just how he put it.
Registered: December 15, 2008 Location: Kingsland, Georgia Posts: 29927
Sat, Jun 18, 2011 @ 2:35 PM
How cute and adorable. The bear is so sweet. I am so sorry for your loss. But I know your son is looking down on you. He would be so proud of your beautiful cards.
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Registered: March 26, 2008 Location: Studio G - My Happy Place Posts: 1627
Mon, Jun 20, 2011 @ 11:44 AM
This image is so cute! I love your watercoloring and the way you used the Flower Soft!
I'm sorry about the loss of your son. I lost my mom 2 years ago and many of the cards I make are ones that I think she would like. It's good that you can find some solace in your crafting.
Registered: November 29, 2006 Location: SE Alabama Posts: 46
Sun, Jun 26, 2011 @ 8:38 PM
A very cute card. Also what a wonderful way to pay tribute to your son's life. I think I'll take your idea and pay tribute to my parents life that way too. Thank you for the inspiration.
Registered: April 16, 2005 Location: Walla Walla, WA Posts: 15082
Mon, Jul 25, 2011 @ 7:58 PM
Oh Linda, this is the sweetest card! My heart hurts for you. I can't imagine losing our son. Remembering, even though it hurts, continues their lives with ours . . . they are never forgotten. This is a beautiful tribute.