Yep that's right, a hand painted picture of our beloved Lucy. Even though myself and Clare have never truly got over losing her at the end of last year the six months since her passing had dimmed the sense of lose which only would creep up on us when something simple would spark a memory of her. So yes it was a bitter gift in a way, bringing tears to both our eyes.
But the sweetness and thoughtfulness of this gift far out weighed any other feelings. To receive such a present was absolutely breath taking for the both of us. It is a rare occasion when I am lost for words, and an even rarer event for it to happen to Clare ;o), but this gift did just that. So a heartfelt thank you to Helen and Lee for perhaps one of the nicest and most thoughtful gifts that we have ever received.
For interest Lee stole the picture from my blog here, and I think you'll agree that it's an exceptional conversion from blog picture to canvas.
Till the next time, take care all,
John
24 comments:
I would have cried when I saw it
Thanks John G.
It's a bugger when things like this happen, plays havoc with me manly image....
I know how you feel, John. My wife and I sometimes still get bleary-eyed when we talk of the little dog we lost three years ago, though we dearly love the one we've now had for two years. Your friend is talented and thoughtful. She will be blessed for her kindness.
Dang, I've got a lump in my throat and I never even met her.
It's beautiful. So much Lucy. I understand why it made you sad. One day, when your heart isn't so tender, you'll look at the picture and smile. It gets better from there.
He made a lovely job of the conversion to canvas, sad tale, but nice work. Maybe a bit too early to have it up in the house?
SBW
Me too. It took me three years to come to terms with losing my last dog, Lucy, so three years before I could think of getting another.
Ah for the sweet remembrance of a past dear friend...A very special gift.
What a clever and thoughtful present, it has captured Lucy perfectly xx
Oh lord, I would have been blubbing all over the place. Just the thought of losing one of mine, brings tears to my eyes.
What a fabulous job Lee did, a gift to treasure.
Awesome friends you have there, John. Great painting to boot.
Thank you all for your kind words and understanding.
John
What a touching gift from such a talented friend! It has been over two years now since we lost our Angus. Now we have Chucky and we think of Angus more often than we thought we would. Chucky is a wild pup while Angus was quite elderly at the end of his days. We do long for a dog that can settle down a bit!
2 Tramps - the differences between Lucy and Willow are in a similar vein, it's easy to forget just how 'in a routine' and older dog becomes - bit like an old slipper I guess. I said I would not compare Willow to Lucy but inexorability it does happen.
I think part of your feelings is prompted from the very fact that you have a friend who was prepared to put so much work into this just for you. Good friends, real friends are hard to come by. You are a lucky man John.
Regards, Keith.
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That I am Keith, that I am...
It's a wonderful picture, brought tears to my eyes as well. Doesn't take much to set me off, anything to do with animals and I just melt.
It is a fantastic picture, you must tell Lee how good it is from all of us, but I am sure you already have.
Thank you MQ
He's already been told Damn, but I'll still pass it on my friend.
Wow. That is an amazing gift! You are certainly one lucky man John, but I'm sure you know that.
Here's raising my glass in remembrance to a four legged bog monster who stole all our hearts and will be forever missed.
Cheers.
Kari
Thank you Kari, I know that your words come from the heart.
Great to 'hear' a comment from you I'll have to mail you soon and play catch up me dear.
She looks like such a beautiful dog and it is a very lovely gift even with the sadness it brings. The loss of a beloved animal hits very hard and long but what a lovely way to remember her.
Regards,
Dan
What a beautiful gift and so very thoughtful! Wishing you the best.
Dan,
It does allow the pain to resurge a tad, but the good memories far out weigh the pain.
Hey Leigh,
Thank you my dear friend
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