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My shining star

Tuesday 28 October 2014

An infection and a card for Shaun

Hello lovelies - well its not been a good day for us today  - the consultant painted a very bleak picture again - Shaun now has an infection that they're trying to get on top of - but its the reason behind the watery lungs from the weekend - the infection has stopped his kidneys working again (probably) and this is what caused the watery build up. That's two reasons why Shaun has been suspended from the transplant list - but Shaun is fighting and seemed very well today - despite the news from the consultant - I am full of admiration for my strong husband - he is wonderful. I made a new card for him tonight in the attic - I've used the grunge palette of aquatints and one of sheenas' new stencils plus a sheena stamp.



I also used some distress inks and a clarity mask to help achieve the clouds. I hope he likes it!

Big Hugs to you!

Rachel xx


25 comments:

  1. Rachel, i am sending you (((((( hugs)))))) your rollar coaster ride has lots of dips in it at the moment. Heres hoping you will be on the climb soon. Poor Shaun he must be a strong person and a fighter. How's the girls coping? I know you must just be functioning day to day at the moment. Taking time to make Shaun his card must help. It lovely and I like your sentiment. Hazel xx

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  2. I can't imagine what you are going through Rachel,with all the setbacks,but I really admire you for being so positve,just keep positive for Shauns sake.....Love your gorgeous card.xxx

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  3. Gorgeous card Rachel. I hope Shaun makes some improvement soon and gets back on the transplant list. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care dear lady, lots of love. xxxxxx

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  4. His willingness to continue to fight is what's important! Your love and support is what's giving him the courage to continue! Wonderful card, pretty colors

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  5. Great meaningful words on your card Rachel he will love it....my thoughts are with you my quiet moments while I crafted were my moments to escape just for a short while:) it's all baby steps ...lots and lots of huggles Sue xxx

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  6. Oh Rachel, what an emotional roller coaster you're on! I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts & prayers! At least they have identified a cause & can now treat accordingly! He sure is a fighter! Go Shaun! x
    PS your card is brilliant, I'm sure Shaun will love it!
    Hugs x

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  7. Rachel, you and Shaun must not know what to expect from day to day but the strength both of you are displaying is so admirable.
    A beautiful, beautiful card for your Shaun.
    Here's to tomorrow bringing much more encouraging news.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  8. There's nothing more I can say Rachel, but you two really are fighters.....

    Such a wonderful card....

    hugs Diane xx

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  9. Oh Rachel, I really feel for you both. Your Shaun is such a fighter and I admire you both for your strength and positivity. I hope that things start to improve soon.
    Your card is gorgeous, I love the colours and such a wonderful sentiment.
    Take care, sending hugs to you and your girls.
    Sue xx

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  10. I feel for you both. You two are fighters and I admire you for your strength and for being so positive. Hope tomorrow brings better news.
    Your card is gorgeous, I love the colors and a gorgeous sentiment. Marlene

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  11. Oh Rachel I am so sorry poor Shaun keeps having setbacks. Be string for him, you are both in my thoughts and prayers xx He will love this card x

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  12. Oh Rachel he will love it you and the girls are the reason he is fighting so strongly and hope tomorrow brings better news-and I love your beautiful card -you take care too
    Carol xx

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  13. I'm sure he'll love it Rachel, you've made a fabulous scene and I love the background and the sentiment. I hope tomorrow is a better day for you. Hugs Carol x

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  14. Shaun will love this card Rachel-it is fabulous. I am glad you are both fighting on strong and glad to hear he seems well today. Thinking of you and big hugs and you take care
    x catherine

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  15. What a fighter he is! I'm sure your stunning card will encourage him to keep on fighting and know that you are with him every step of the way.

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  16. What a fabulous card for Shaun Rachel the sentiment is perfect and he is certainly a fighter! jSending hugs Susan x

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  17. Good morning Rachel,
    A PERFECT sentiment for your brave fighter!!! A beautiful card that will be loved and cherished by Shaun.
    Sending you, Shaun, the girls and all who are helping (((((hugs))))). Just wish I was nearer to deliver them in person.
    Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Remember to look after yourself as well.

    Patricia xxx

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  18. It is a really beautiful card Rachel and so appropriate for Shaun, he does sound like a real fighter and he has a lot of wonderful things in his life to keep going for! Wishing him (and you) well today and hope the infection clears up really soon. Keep strong. Big hugs my lovely friend, Anne xx

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  19. My dear Rachel, sorry to hear that again Shaun is having a set back, but the most important thing is that he is fighting and is so positive. What a rollercoaster of emotions your going through, thought are always with you all.
    He will love his card, it's fabulous and the sentiment is so apt. pleased you got a bit of time to focus on it, keep strong, and love and hugs to you and the girls, Kate x

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  20. I can't begin to imagine what life must be like for you and the girls at the moment, but keep your thoughts positive Shaun has proved that he is a fighter. Your card is beautiful and just the right sentiment to send to Shaun. I hope that today will bring better news for you all.

    Hugs
    Sue xx

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  21. I'm so sorry to hear that Shaun has had this set back Rachel, he certainly is strong and is fighting hard - I'm sure he will win through and that this will only be a temporary delay in his recovery.
    Your card is beautiful, I hope you manage to relax a little when you are crafting, it must be such a difficult time for you.
    I hope today has been a better day for you all.
    Take care, you will be in my thoughts.
    Pauline
    x

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  22. So sorry to hear Shaun has got an infection. You are both in my thoughts. This is such a beautiful card and love the sentiment. Great background you have created.
    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  23. He will love this card and it's message, you are one strong lady and I'm sure that is helping Shaun in his fight too. Thinking of you all.
    Lorraine

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  24. A truly fabulous and inspirational card for Shaun. I know he will love it. Stay strong and sending hugs.
    Mags
    x

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  25. Wonderful card for Shaun Rachel, perfect sentiment

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