Some of us had a good Christmas, some didn't

15 years ago

I was one of the fortunate...We had a really good Christmas. Although I was pressed for time right up to the last second. My eyes burned and watered all day long...I felt like I was trying to get sick. But I think it was a BIG lack of sleep, for the last couple of nights.(last night I slept 11 hours..LOL)

But this morning I got an email from my high school friend. He married one of my best friends (all my life friends) they divorced but remained friends. He had the sweetest mother.

I can't remember if I posted that she fell last week at the airport, while heading to see her younger son for Christmas. She broke her hip and they had to do surgery. She didn't wake up after surgery and was in a coma until yesterday at 1:01pm. She passed on.

What a Christmas for my friend and his whole family.

They are having a memorial service for her on the 31 at the church she attended for 62 years. I plan on going.

I wonder about making one of the glass ornaments with the feather in it and the verse about a loved one going on and now being a guardian angel. Usually they have pearls and ivory color roses...Since she passed on Christmas I think some holly and red berries might be okay too...What do you think. I'd like to find a stand that holds it too....anyone know where they might be found?

patti

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grammahony
15 years ago
Oh Patti, that is sad. Hugs to you and special thoughts for your friend and his family. I think the ornament sounds great with the red berries and holly. You may be able to find a stand at a Hallmark store or some ornament/craft store.
How's John and his family doing with Donna's death? I hope they were able to enjoy their holidays inspite of it.
You've had your share of sadness around you with family and friends. I'm glad your getting through it all. You needed that 11 hour sleep.
Leslie
pattico_gw
Original Author
15 years ago
John is having a pretty hard time...He told me to take really good care of Denny because he was special...and those special ones can't be replaced.....

I still need some ideas from you crafty ones on the ornament.

patti
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Velleen78
15 years ago
Yes, some had special problems, but at least she didn't lay and suffer. God Bless You and your family.
Linda Wayman
15 years ago
Aw Patti ~ How sad. I'm very sorry. My condolences to the family.

I think the glass ornament would be so nice. Someone suggested a Hallmark store and I think that would be a good place to start for the hanger. Perhaps Hobby Lobby or some other craft store could help too.

Linda
imabest
15 years ago
Pattico I have a pic and also the little saying that goes with it I will email them to you
THey are from country Bumpkin.
I did it for a friend of mine who lost her brother and she loved it .
Even though Christmas is over this year they work great for the next christmas and there after.
Also my cousin sent me a christmas ornament that had an angel pic on it with the saying You may miss me this Christmas but I will be spending it with Jesus
I will email you a pic of both...on my way to find the pics so watch for my email hugs and my prayers are with you Kathy
kayjones
15 years ago
Here is a link to the ornament stands, but they aren't hard to make, if you can find some #16 wire. Hobby Lobby should have them on sale right now.

Here is a link that might be useful: Ornament stands
imabest
15 years ago
Pattico please send my your email address I lost all of mine whine my coputer was down Im ready to send you the info thanks Kathy
imabest
15 years ago
here is one going to put the other on here to Pattico
{{!gwi}}
pattico_gw
Original Author
15 years ago
Kay...thanks for the link to the stands...I do think I could do one...I wish I could get some brass...

I do have some copper wire that I could use...I wonder if I sprayed it with clear acrylic if it would stay the pretty color it is when new.

patti
imabest
15 years ago
{{!gwi}}
Pattic the poem is at the bottom of the pic if you cant read it email me
glenda_al
15 years ago
That's pretty Ima! Really like it!

((((((Patti)))))
nodakgal
15 years ago
Oh gosh! I should have peeked in here earlier!
Thats the Angel feather ornament Country Bumpkin did for my DD after DSIL passed away a year ago in November.
I'd think Hobby Lobby would have those hangers...
Your a sweetie Patti to think of this, I KNOW how much my DD loves hers. (CB if your peeking in she still has it out)

Here is a pic and I think the poem is a bit easier to read. The flip side of the poem has a pic of Steve and is laminated. If you want there are two more pics I can post. CB put two red roses on to represent DD and Steve and 2 white, one for each of the boys. I was in awe when I saw it in person!
pattico_gw
Original Author
15 years ago
I'm getting ready to put mine together..

I'm just not sure about the glue.

I found two of the clear glass balls..One is a regular round and the other is somewhat egg shaped. Not sure which one I will use.

Oh and Thurs I stopped at the thrift store and found a hanger. It's brass with a mirror in the bottom. It looks brand new and I got it for 99Â¢

patti
country_bumpkin_al
15 years ago
Patti..I use the E6000 glue when I make these!

Great deal on the hanger/stand!*S*
trinitytx
15 years ago
ok, silly question, where do I find a white feather?

Trin
pattico_gw
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15 years ago
Trin...I bought mine in a small plastic bag at a local Hobby store called Mangelsen's...But I'm sure they have them at Hobby Lobby or Michaels

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