Sunday, September 16, 2012

Well I'm back.....kind of...

Just a short note to let you know why I haven't posted for a while.  For the past year, my dear husband fought his courageous battle against cancer.  He was a real trooper and tried his hardest, but it wasn't meant to be.  He passed away August 31st, after two weeks spent in hospital, with me by his side.  Thankfully he is now at peace and all his suffering is over.  My heart goes out to everyone who has had to deal with this dreadful disease, it takes so much from all of us.

Bruce was so supportive of my crafting ventures, always interested in what I was making.  I promised him I would continue, and I'll actually be posting a card tomorrow, though it was made up prior.  For today, I thought I would showcase some of his work.  He was a wonderful wood carver, using a technique called Chip Carving, and he too liked to enter his work in competition....winning many ribbons and awards.




Although, he was taken from me far too early, I was truly blessed to share 43 years with this wonderful man.  He leaves me with three lovely daughters and four beautiful grandchildren...and many wonderful memories.  Now, go give your loved ones a big hug.

Thanks for visiting.


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  1. Brenda BrownSeptember 17, 2012 at 2:49 AM

    How lovely to post some of Bruce's work Joyce, what a wonderful gift he had, leaving you with such geautiful pieces to treasure forever.
    It has been such a difficult time for you all my friend and my heart goes out to you. My thought, prayers and love are with you for the months to come when eventually time will heal your hurt, but for now treasure those happy memories they can never be taken away from you.
    Big hugs to you and yours.
    Brenda xox

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  2. LaineSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:11 AM

    Hi Joyce, Sending deepest sympathy to you and your family on your sad loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through at the moment.
    You have posted a wonderful tribute to your husband.
    Thinking of you at this time.
    Hugs
    Laine
    X

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  3. TammySeptember 17, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    I hope you know that I'm continuing thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Your husband was a truly gifted woodcarver. His work is beautiful, such lovely keepsakes. Take care my friend.

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  4. Sandra HSeptember 17, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Hi Joyce, So sorry for your loss l too cannot imagine what you was going through but like you say he's at peace now and how lovely his work was these are totally beautiful such a master at his work thank you for sharing them and l'm looking forward to seeing your beautiful creations too..........take care xx

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  5. GemSeptember 18, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    so sorry to hear about your sad loss Joyce, looks like he was a very talented person xx

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  6. AnnetteSeptember 19, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    I've popped over from Carissa's blog (I'm on some DT's with her) and I'm so sorry for your loss. Your hubby's work is amazing.
    Annette
    xx

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  7. Mau xxSeptember 22, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    Just called by to leave a comment on your MAWTT challenge card, and wanted to send you love and the promise of prayers, I shall add you to my daily prayers. What an amazing gift your dear hubby had, such wonderful items that will give pleasure for many many years.
    God Bless you and all your family in the coming months xxxxxx
    Mau xx

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