Friday, October 14, 2011

VLV Because of You


It's Friday, and that means a brand new Viva la Verve Sketch!  This week's sketch is brought to us by sweet Maureen!  I decided to use the Just For You set from Verve.  I paired it up with papers from the Finally Fall Collection from Bella Blvd. 

I created this card in memory of my dad.  Our family has had an extremely rough past week.  One week ago yesterday, my dad very unexpectedly passed away.  It's very hard for me to type this even now because it still feels like a bad dream that I'm going to wake up from.  I was VERY close to my dad.  I just can't imagine my life without him.  He was such a wonderful person. . .he was always there.  Anything anyone needed, he was always there.  He was content to be in the background and never needed to be the center of attention, but he was always there when you needed him.  I love you and miss you SO MUCH, Dad.  As this card says, I am who I am today because of you!  And I hope that others see a little bit of you in me. . .the wonderful person you were, the person that was always there for everyone else.  Thank you, Dad, for being such a blessing in my life.  I'll love you always and I'll miss you forever and ever! 




24 comments:

Daniela Dobson said...

I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful card.Sending big {{{{{hugs}}}}

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, that is just heartbreaking.
Your card for your dad is beautiful!

Peg said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. The grieving is hard work so take gentle care of yourself over these next days, weeks and months. It's clear you have lovely memories to cling to.

Pink & Paper said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you're going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cheryl
www.pinkandpaper.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

So sorry for your loss! I'm sure your dad was very proud of the woman you have become!

Rose Ann said...

I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss, Charmaine. Sending big cyber hugs to you. ♥

Rebecca Ednie said...

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. What a terrible loss. I can't imagine. May your good memories help you during this difficult time.

Chrisd said...

So saddened to learn of your loss. Sending you hugs,and my prayers at this sad time.

Michelle said...

I'm so terribly sorry to hear about your dad. I pray your pain is eased .

reeree62 said...

Dear Charmaine...I am so sorry. I know how it feels, because I lost my dear Dad 3 years ago, and now my Mom last January. It's something you can never fully prepare for. Please know I am thinking of you and praying for you & your family. Your precious Dad is in the best place imaginable. And you will see one another again. Hugs to you...

Carolyn King said...

So sorry Charmaine! xo

Sheri said...

I am so sorry. I lost my dad when I was 32 and even though it doesn't hurt anymore, there is so much I would love to share with him if I could just have him for one more day. We were very close as well. Time will soften the hurt but the hole will always be there.

Anonymous said...

Charmaine,

Like the others, I am so sorry for yoru loss. My dad died unexpectedly when I was a child -- and the one thing that always brings comfort to me is feeling like I have my very own angel watching over me and my family.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Anne

Ally said...

So sorry for your loss, Charmaine. Your card is just beautiful. Sending prayers and hugs to you, hoping you'll be blessed with the peace and comfort you need.

mamita said...

I'm sorry for your loss Charmaine. You look so much like him. Big hug.

Wanda Cullen said...

Sending you my sympathy and a big cyber hug during this really difficult time! Your card is a beautiful tribute to your dad!

scrappingnana said...

So sorry to hear of your loss. Send hugs and prayers.

LMcBurney said...

I too express my sorrow for your loss. It is wonderful that you have so many good memories of your father. I pray for you.

Lee said...

I am so sorry for your sad loss. My dad and I are very close too and I can't begin to imagine your heartache. Sending big hugs to you.

Lubna said...

I am so so sorry for your loss. Your card and words are a beautiful and touching tribute.

Savannah O'Gwynn said...

OH, Charmaine--I am so sorry for your loss! I pray that your family would have peace and comfort during this difficult time. I pray that you would lean on God's strength and know that He is with you!

What a gorgeous card--beautiful and perfect for honoring your Dad:)

Teresa Kline said...

oh no Charmaine, I am sooo sorry about your Dad. Please let me know if I can do anything. Sending my deepest sympathy and big hugs to you girl!

enjoy *~*

Pauline said...

Charmaine, it's been a while since I stopped by your blog, but I did today. I was saddened to read about the loss of your dear Dad. The pain is so raw to begin with, but time does heal. He'll live on in your memories. Give your self the time you need. Cyber hugs from across the Atlantic, Pauline x

Christie Ortman said...

Hey Charlie! I am so so sorry to hear about your dad! I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers for the next while! Sending big hugs your way!

LinkWithin

Related Posts with Thumbnails