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Saturday, 25 October 2014

A set back and autumn at Clarity

Hello Lovelies. Not good news on the Shaun front - he has pulmonary edema again which explains his breathing issues over the past few days. He's currently sedated and on the filter to try to remove as much fluid as possible. It feels very raw to me at the moment - his place on the transplant list has been suspended until his lungs are working better again. I know this is sensible - I'm just trying to keep positive!  Hopefully better news soon.

I have my entry for the Clarity challenge this month which is Seasons. I have decided to do the season of autumn and have used 2 clarity stamps and a clarity stencil.




I made the background using distress inks and then used more through the stencil. The verse is stamped on card coloured with distress using sepia archival and mounted on brown card. I then stamped the partridge and painted it using distress, fussy cut it then added it to the card. 

I'd like to enter this into the claritystampchallenge - the seasons.

Thanks for dropping by.

Big hugs

Rachel x 



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32 comments:

  1. Patricia25 October 2014 at 21:53

    Oh! Rachel I so wish I lived nearer to give you a hug to let you know we are still keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
    Love your stunning card, delicate colours and great design.
    (((((hugs))))))

    Patricia xxx

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  2. Anonymous25 October 2014 at 21:59

    Rachel, I know I am not able to stop by and visit as often as I did at one time but that does not mean that you and your family have not been in my thoughts, because you certainly have and it is awful to read this latest news. You are doing remarkably well to continue to have a positive outlook, you know how valuable it is to keep hope in your heart but this can be so draining for you. Thank goodness you are carving out some creative time, so important.
    This card is exquisite, a gorgeous richness to it.
    Take good care.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  3. crafty-stamper25 October 2014 at 22:12

    Oh Rachel hopefully this is just a slight setback and be back on track asap-you are doing brilliantly keeping so strong and still finding time to craft-your card is beautiful love the stencilled background and beautiful verse
    carol x

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  4. Tammy25 October 2014 at 22:19

    Let's hope that its the last set back and tomorrow he'll be doing better! Glad you are able to continue to create to help you find a little respite. Beautiful card, love the color.

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  5. Naomi25 October 2014 at 22:38

    What a very pretty card. Thanks for entering the Clarity Stamp Challenge and good luck. I hope your Shaun will be on the mend soon and that all your wishes come true.

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  6. Sue25 October 2014 at 22:59

    Oh Rachel, I am so sorry to read this today. I do hope Shaun improves soon, it must be such a difficult time for you and my thoughts are with you.
    Your card is stunning, I love the soft colours and beautiful design.
    Please take care of yourself, sending you big hugs
    Sue xx

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  7. Carol25 October 2014 at 23:07

    Fingers crossed Shaun's relapse is just a minor hiccup and he soon perks up again Rachel. It's good to see you taking time out to craft and relax though, your card is gorgeous. Hugs Carol x

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  8. Marlene Atkinson25 October 2014 at 23:46

    Oh Rachel, sorry to read Shaun this today, I hope he improves soon. Sending you big hugs, look after yourself. Your card is stunning,I love the colours and a gorgeous design. Marlene

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  9. Hazel26 October 2014 at 00:12

    Oh Rachel, not good news about Shaun and the transplant list, but they have only put it on hold, once he is over this blip he will be back on it. Positive thoughts again and crossed fingers. Like Patricia I wish I could give you these ((((((hugs)))))) in person. Another beautiful card Hazel xx

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  10. Mrs A.26 October 2014 at 00:24

    Hope Shaun can get put back on the list as soon as he is recovered from this latest setback. Your card is lovely. Great that you can manage to keep crafting. Hugs Mrs A.

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  11. Rita26 October 2014 at 06:21

    Sending lots of positive vibes to Shaun and pot loads of Hugs to you and the girls. Stunning card Rachel and the colours are magical. Hugs Rita xxx

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  12. Dawn26 October 2014 at 07:05

    Rachel, I'm hoping Shaun has turned a corner & things are improving!
    Keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers!
    I love your beuatiful card, it's just perfect!
    Hugs
    Dawn xx

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  13. brenda26 October 2014 at 07:29

    I really do feel for you Rachel, I can't begin to imagine how you face each day - and still manage some stunning artwork. Love and hugs.

    B x

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  14. Craftin Suzie (Susan Wykes)26 October 2014 at 07:34

    Oh Rachel I feel so much for you and wish there was something I could do. Now they know what the problem is they will be able to treat it and Shaun will start to respond to this and get back on the transplant list. You are doing brilliantly in what must be such an emotionally draining time for you. Fabulous card, love the pheasant! Susan xx

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  15. Doreen26 October 2014 at 07:56

    I can't imagine all you are going through Rachel,I just hope Shaun starts to stabilise and gets his transplant.
    Your card is gorgeous.xxx

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  16. gwen7026 October 2014 at 08:18

    Love this card Rachel, such beautiful soft colours. Sending you big hugs

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  17. Redanne26 October 2014 at 08:30

    It is such a difficult time for you all Rachel and my heart goes out to you, you are being so brave. I really hope that his chest clears soon and things get back on an even keel. Thinking of you.

    Your card is beautiful and the words are so lovely.... Big hugs, Anne xx

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  18. Marianne's Craftroom26 October 2014 at 08:36

    Hope to see better news soon for Shaun. Gorgeous card xx

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  19. Rainey's Craft Room26 October 2014 at 10:48

    I hope Shaun improves soon maybe this is just a slight setback and your positivity certainly helps all the family carry on. You are one strong lady. So glad that you can still find time to craft which helps calm the mind I think. Gorgeous card today.
    Lorraine

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  20. Sue's Crafty Corner26 October 2014 at 11:07

    I hope the Doctors soon have Shauns problem sorted and back on that list again soon, mean while try and keep positive (which you seem to be doing so well). I love your card and the gorgeous autumnal feel it has to it.

    Sue xx

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  21. http://cheryl-cherylscreativeatcscards.blogspot.co.uk/26 October 2014 at 16:45

    Oh hope doctors get shauns problem sorted hu your card is girgeous hun such beautiful detail hugs cheryl xxx

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  22. Unknown26 October 2014 at 16:50

    Rachel, so sorry to hear that Shaun has had a set back, my thoughts are with you all.
    Dawn x

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  23. Linda Simpson26 October 2014 at 16:58

    So sorry to hear this Rachel. I hope they help Shaun with his oedema and he is put back onto the transplant list soon. Stay strong dear friend.
    A beautiful autumnal card.
    Hugs to you and the girls
    Linda xxx

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  24. cuilliesocks26 October 2014 at 20:25

    Ah Rachel, sorry to read this news about Shaun, and your being so strong for him and the girls.Hopefully it's just a wee set back and Shaun will stabalize soon.
    Your card is fab, lovely stamping and colours, lots of HUGS, Kate x

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  25. cotnob26 October 2014 at 20:52

    I'm so sorry to hear that Shaun has had a bit of a set back Rachel, it sounds as thought the hospital is on top of the situation though - I'm sure he will soon improve and be put back on the transplant list.
    It's good to see you taking a little time to craft, I hope it helps you to relax a little.
    Your card is beautiful, I love your background and fabulous partridge.
    Pauline
    x

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  26. Hazel26 October 2014 at 21:48

    Rachel, so glad Shaun has had a better day. Hazel xx

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  27. Sue26 October 2014 at 21:57

    I know its of little comfort to you Rachel right now but hubby was the same few steps forward then back again ..just stay strong and make sure you look after YOU as well I know it's hard but he will need you..thinking of you huggles Sue..oh and great card xxxxxxxx

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  28. crafty-stamper26 October 2014 at 23:02

    thank you for taking the time to leave a comment on my blog and so glad to hear Shaun has had a better day today -no wonder you are happier-take care
    carol x

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  29. aussie aNNie27 October 2014 at 11:16

    Rachel I know this is not a good time but it will all come good, these little set backs will happen but Shaun will improve...love and prayers heading your way and keep creating wonderful cards...xxx


    The Journey is the Start

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  30. Linda Page27 October 2014 at 13:36

    Rachel I hope Shaun is improving daily. This is a great card for the Seasons so thanks for entering and good luck

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  31. Estelle Grace Tudor27 October 2014 at 14:33

    Hi Rachel, I was having a wander around blogland and something made me think of you - I am so sorry to hear of all that you have been going through. Sending you love and hugs and hope that your Shaun will continue to improve. Thinking of you, Estelle xx

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  32. Jo Rice27 October 2014 at 19:34

    Hi Rachel, hoping that Shaun has improved a little...and that this is just a small set back...please try and keep positive....your card is gorgeous and perfect for Autumn and for our challenge. ..much love and hugs....Jo. xxx

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Thankyou so much for leaving a comment - it really does mean a lot to me! Hugs Rachel xx

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