Rick left this morning. It is very hard to let him go again. Rebecca was crying so hard, broke my heart. Luckily Austin invited a friend over and all three of mine plus the friend are playing the Wii now, being distracted.
I know we are lucky that he came home for a little while after only 3 month and will be able to come back for another two weeks in August. Many other families aren’t that fortunate.
I distracted myself with new Saltbox Studio stamps and my Copics while watching a movie.
Anything not to think. It will be better in a few days and we will adjust to being without him again.
I stamped the images with Black Palette ink on White cardstock.
I colored it the images with birds with Y17 and Y19 markers, the leaves with YG13 and YG23, the nest with E55 and E57 and the branch with E47.
The eggs were first colored with E00, then I brushed White Liquid Pearls over it.
Next I stamped all images again on Eclipse tape, masked them and used my new Air Brush tool kit to add the light blue sky with B32.
I cut and dry embossed the image with the largest rectangle Nestabilities and layered it on a Chocolate Chip scallop rectangle cut with Nestabilities as well.
The card base is a 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ piece of Chocolate Chip cardstock folded in half. The designer paper is from Crafty Secrets Radiant paper pack. I used the ticket corner punch on each of the corners and tied 5/8″ chocolate grosgrain ribbon and baby blue ribbon Ellen had send me (with my last order) around the paper.
The sentiment was stamped in Black Palette Ink on Shimmery White cardstock, layered first on Bashful Blue, then on a Basic Black scallop circle that was cut with Nestabilities.
The flower was a white Prima flower I colored with first R29 to match the flower of the right bird, then with R59 to add shading. I added a black brad in it’s center.
I will give it to Rebecca with a picture of her and Rick inside. It’s the perfect sentiment and she will love those adorable little birds.
Beate
Stay at Home Mom of Three, Splitcoast Team Member and Copic and Spellbinders die Lover.63 Responses to “Sad Saturday”
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First…I wish this was one of those times cyber hugs could be actual hugs !!! I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to let Rick go back and I’m sure he struggled with it as much as you all did too !! Please give Rebecca an extra hug from me..it’s always harder on daughters when their Dad goes away.
Second….this card is absolutely gorgeous !!! I’m so glad you have the copics to distract and also to show what beautiful things you are making….obviously your learning curve with the copics is very small because this is fantastic !!!
Do something special with the kids tonight….Dance Dance Revolution !!!
Take care
my heart is with you Beate! I can’t imagine what you’re going through!
Hugs,
Amy
Oh Beate, I can just feel your pain through your post. My husband commuted off island for almost a year, and I always told my kids (and tried to convince myself) that we were so fortunate that he was not going away for active duty like so many other dads are. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family, and for Rick’s safety while he is away. (((((Beate)))))
That must be awfully hard! 🙁 I pray that he comes home early and to stay, and that in the meantime he is safe.
((hugs))
I’m so sorry. I totally feel your pain. I think it was harder to say goodbye to my DH the second time than it was the first time. We were all a little depressed when he left after his two week leave.
Fortunately, it’s Spring and you and the kids can fill your days with trips to the beach and lots of other fun distractions! Keep stampin’!
Saying goodbye- AGAIN- must be so very hard!!! August will be here before you know it.
Aw, that’s so sad. . .poor Rebecca! Your card is just beautiful and will certainly make her smile! Big HUGS to you guys!
Can I send a cyber hug to you and the family. I’m so bad at knowing what to say, I’m sorry I can’t come up with anything more.
It’s such a beautiful bright and cheerful card to have made when you are feeling anything but!
What a cute card – I’m so jealous that you have some Copics now! I’m sure you must just love them.
Sending hugz to you & your family. Sad to hear Rebecca is sooo sad.
{{{{Beate}}}} I was thinking about you this morning…Sorry it’s a hard day… I do love your card – it’s absolutely adorable! I’ll keep thinking summer right along with you!
Oh what a bummer, I’m sitting here practically crying reading your post. It’s so unfair! And you have such a good attitude, being grateful that you had some time together but it still stinks! I’m sending lots of hugs and happy thoughts to you and the kids! You are all amazing!
I feel for you and your family Beate. I was an Air Force brat, and my dad went three tours to Vietnam. He was a helicopter pilot and flew air rescue. On the other hand, I am so proud of the way my dad served our country, and I know you feel the same way about Rick. May God keep him safe and make the days go by quickly until you can be together again.
Oh hun…my heart breaks for you. Sending you HUGE cyber hugs and as soon as you know it…Rick will be back again. In the meanwhile of course…keep making your BEATE-ful cards. Lotsa love! Gabby~
I know it is very little consolation to know you have so many friends on SCS. A big cyber hug to you. You are always so bright and cheery and that will make the kids feel safe and secure. Thoughts and prayers for his safe return asap!
Prayers are being lifted up. Hang in there girlfriend!
Smooches!
Cristen
I caught my breath when I read your post-the time went by so quickly. It takes a very special person to love someone who serves their country. A beautiful card for your precious Rebecca. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers – esp Rick and all with whom he serves. Please remember to take care of YOU in the midst of all of this. God bless!
My prayers are with you. I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through. Great card!
Oh I’m so happy to find my way to your blog…….your creations on SCS are so amazing!!! But what a rough day for you and the kids….I’m sorry and I’ll be sending hugs and prayers for safety!!
This card is fantastic!! I’ve never heard of using an airbrush tool…I’ll definitely have to look at that link!! I’ve got to find a tutorial on how to use my new Copics too….my coloring doesn’t look so gorgeous!! LOL
my prayers are with you and your family!
Amanda
Wow, Beate, you are one strong woman to be able to say goodbye to your husband over and over again. ((HUGS))
The card is FABULOUS, as usual:) Your shadowing is wonderful – it actually looks 3D!
Hi Beate. Your blog made my sit here and pout. I hope you are all doing fine. Keep playing the WII. We just got a one and it is definitely distracting. Hugs to all of you from another military family. We are thinking about you!! 😉
{{{{{HUGS}}}}} sweetie! Thinking of you and your family . . . my prayers go with Rick and to all of the families with loved ones that serve our country. A special prayer for Rebecca . . .
Great job using the Copics! I can’t believe you just got these . . . you coloring is fab!
Good thoughts,
Colleen
I am sorry for what you and your family have to go through. Know that there are so many praying for you and your husband – and children!
{{{Beate}}} I’m sorry that it’s a sad day for you all…hope the kids adjust quickly. I can only imagine how difficult it is for you all.
{{hugs}} I’m sure it’s hard on EVERYONE, it’s good to have some distractions although I know your hearts are so heavy. Take care!!
{{{hugs}}} Beate!!! I cannot even imagine, and *thank you* to your husband and your family for the sacrifices you are making! Glad you are having fun playing with your Copics though. Can’t wait for mine to arrive! 😉
Hugs to you and your family, I wish there was something to make it easier, but having experienced it, I know there isn’t. Your card is gorgeous, and your coloring is fabulous. Hope it helps to brighten Rebecca’s day.
Beate, I wish you and your family all the best as you deal with your husband’s absence once again. I pray he will be safe and return to you swiftly! Thanks for sharing your amazing talent with all of us!
Oh my heart breaks for you all. Lots of prayers of comfort and support for you and your family.
Much admiration and respect,
~Nancy Grant
Oh, Beate, my heart goes out to you and your family! You’ll be in my thoughts!
Awwww…big hugs, Beate. I can’t imagine. Your card is TOTALLY adorable though! (Changing the subject quickly!)
So Sorry for you all. Can’t imagine what you go through. You are a STRONG WOMAN! Thanks for sharing with us. (((HUGS!)))
You are such a creative inspiration to me, Beate. I only know the “cyber” you so saying to you that you and your brave family are in my thoughts may not be of much consolation. You are such a positive, creative, and warm person and my heart can’t help but go out to you. I’m sending every ounce of positive vibes that I have to you and your family. Chin up, buttercup. Take care!
Brandi
Blessings and prayers to you and your family…..and hugs. I like the little birds and their nest in this card…they’re so cute. Joan
Oh {{{{Beate}}}}…
Beate, ich wünsche euch von Herzen, dass die Zeit bis zu eurem Wiedersehen schnell vergeht. ich denke an dich und wünsche dir Kraft!…
…deine Karte ist umwerfend!!!
Ganz liebe Grüße, Silke
What an awful time and you are being so brave. I hope August comes round quickly, Rick is kept safe and tears will soon turn to laughter. Janine
Hallo Beate,
mensch es tut mir leid, dass dein Mann wieder weg musste. Ich kann mir vorstellen, wie dein Herz gebrochen ist als deine Tochter vor Abschiedschmerzt so geweint hat. Ich glaub das ist das schlimmste als Mutter, wenn man seine Kinder so traurig sieht und man einfach machtlos ist und selbst noch dazu stark bleiben muss obwohl man sich ueberhaupt nicht danach fuehlt.
Du bist eine starke Frau und ich denke, dass ihr schon viele Freunde in Florida machen konntet. Vielleicht hilft das ueber die Zeit bis August hinweg?
Liebe Gruesse
Claudia
Hugs to you an your family, Beate. I can only imagine how hard it is to see Rick off again. My heart aches for you. You do fabulous work, when you are not “thinking”, LOL! I’m loving what you are doing with all your new toys 🙂
I’m so sorry that your honey must be away. I truly appreciate the sacrafice your family is making to help proctect our country. HUGE HUGS. Hope you are all feeling better quickly. 🙂
Tiffany 🙂
Sorry to hear about your sadness… I can’t even imagine how tough it is for you and the kids… I am so glad I don’t have to go through that… but I do appreciate what he (and you) is doing for his country… OAAN, your card is lovely… cute image and great colors. TFS!
I’m so sorry you and your family had to say goodbye to Rick again. It’s a good thing there are things like stamping and the Wii to distract at times like these. I hope it gets easier soon!
(((big cyber hugs to you all))) I am so sorry that he had to go back but very happy that you all had such a great time together. Your card is just stunning! I am really envious! I so want that air brush! What an amazing result! It’s just beautiful! I’ve gotta look into that! Thanks for sharing and I hope y’all have a great Sunday! Take care! 🙂
You’re an amazing woman Beate! And a terrific mom! Rebecca will love the card. Sending you a (((hug))) and lifting you up in prayer. ~Patti
fabulous job with the copics!!!! sending hugs to the family…your positive attitude is great for the kids!!
chelle
Oh sweetie, I totally know how you feel!!! It is always heartbreaking to see the kids cry – just keep busy and the time will fly by!!! Your card is gorgeous, great way to distract yourself!!! Like Rox, I wish I could give you a big ole’ hug – military life can be hard at times!!!! Hang in there, girl – he’ll be back before you know it!!
*STAMPIN HUGS* Alex
Hugs Beate. I’m sure Rick was hurting too as he left. You sure did a good job distracting yourself. That card is just too darn cute.
My heart goes out to you and your family today. I can’t imagine having to go through that, I would be like Rebecca, I pray that GOD be with you and that this time until it is August again, things will go well and just fly by. Hope the sun is shining for you today. Loved the card, by the way
Speaking as a former military daughter who cried big crocodile tears whenever my daddy left, I completely feel your pain. Big bear hugs to you and your family for the sacrifices you are making!
My heart just breaks for you and your family. Every time I come back to your blog and see this post, I cry.
I am however, glad that you have the wonderful world of card-making and scrapbooking to immerse yourself in.
I hope the days go quickly until August.
And thanks for your wonderful sketches and blog posts!
I don’t know you, your kids or your hubby – only through Cyberspace and I’M crying! 🙁
Hang tough; we appreciate all Rick does; and I cannot imagine how difficult it is being without him; count down the days until he returns again!! Hugs,
Michele
Oh Beate,
Can I relate. I think the RR departure is harder than the original one. DH just got his deployment orders he’s due to leave the month he was to file retirement papers.. My heart goes out to you and your kids. Blessings to you all.
Michelle
Dear Beate-
My heart goes out to you and your family. First from the bottom of my heart and soul I say thank you to you all….Rick for his serving our country and you and your children for the sacrifices that your all making so that we can be safe here at home. Please know that you all will be in my thoughts daily. I expect that my SIL will be shipping out soon their waiting for orders now. If you ever need to chat with someone that is in your cheering section just let me know you can reach me via e-mail on my blog. May peace be with you.
Robyn
Biiiiig hugs to you and your family, may the ocean warm up so you can enjoy many weekends at the beach and may August come quickly!!
I feel bad for your kids. My husband goes away to work usually for two weeks and home for one. The past few months he has been gone for 4-6 weeks at a time. I can deal with it but it is hardest on my boys. They hate when daddy goes away. It doesn’t usually hit them until the day after he leaves and they ask “when’s daddy coming home?” I hate answering that question. They are always so sad. It’s good to have a distraction thought – that always helps.
Sorry to hear that Rick had to leave again :(. Beate, you card is absolutely stunning.
Hang in there,
Sabrina
*wiping away tears*
& sending you and your family my best thoughts & prayers!
Say goodbye must have been awful. I will pray for Rick,
so he comes home safe. August will be here before you know it.
Hugs, Barb
Cyber hugs being sent to you from TN! I will pray that Rick stays safe.
glad you enjoyed his visit but bummed for you all that he had to go back already :*( love the card you made for rebecca…it is just perfect and so adorable. hope to see you soon, miss you!!
Hugs and prayers to you and your family. We all appreciate the sacrifices your husband and your family make for the rest of us.
Pretty card for your daughter.
tfs
Bev J.
Hugs to you and your kids, Beate!!!
What adorable birds & nest, Beate — your coloring is wonderful and your airbrushing is fabulous! Such a sweet card for Rebecca — sorry she’s missing her Dad so much.