Hoping you have had...

A peaceful and happy Christmas.  Sending you all my very best wishes for a happy and healthy 2011.  See you in the New Year.  (Hope you understand that I'm 'off air' for a short while).

Hugs to all

The hardest post to make.

Sorry I've been 'off the air' lately, - I'm sure you understand such a busy time of year.

In the early hours this morning my dear sister-in-law Joy lost her fight with the complictions of diabetes.

She was the talented lady who made me the most beautiful sugar craft flowers that I have featured in some of my earlier blog posts

Joy was a creative lady who excelled at quite a few crafts, and I'm honoured to own some beautiful needlework and papercraft items that she made.

She withstood her health problems with a tremendous fortitude, never once looking at the negatives.  She loved her children Claire and Chris, and grandchildren Ben and Zak, and not forgetting her husband Ron who has been a tremendous support and carer during the last couple of years which I know she appreciated.  There is a hole that cannot be filled in all of our hearts.  Thank you Joy for your kindness and love over the years, rest in peace my dear friend.