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by pennifold ( edited 02 Nov 2018 ) 02 Nov 2018

Hi Cuties, I have had some sad news. Val (Mum's friend) who has come to my Ladies' luncheon for a while died on Monday. She had cancer and fought it bravely, but at 91 she said she was ready to go.


May she rest in peace.

I had already made the Christmas gifts for Val, so I will keep them and give them to some other friends that I've got functions for in the next few weeks.

This afternoon it hit 34C (93.2F very hot) and I've been sitting inside my sewing room with my air-conditioner on at 23C and just made a towel for a Secret Santa at my Sewing Guild.

Whilst out this morning my car reached over 37C! I'm not looking forward to Summer!! Love Chris

1. Poinsettia design from Embroidery online (this is the FSL design I made for all the ladies last year.
2. Val 2nd from the right hand side (next to Meg)

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by sdrise 04 Nov 2018

My sympathies to you all! Prayers are coming for the family and friends
. I am sure she will be missed this Christmas. So sorry for your loss.

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pennifold by pennifold 09 Nov 2018

Thanks Suzanne, yes, we have now lost 3 of my ladies. Love Chris

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by sebsews 03 Nov 2018

Sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. She was a beautiful lady, and so are the rest of your wonderful ladies group. Please give my condolences to your Mum. Love, Suzanna

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pennifold by pennifold 09 Nov 2018

Thanks so much Suzanna, I certainly will pass on your condolences. Love Chris

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by shirley124 03 Nov 2018

Condolences to you and your Mum. It is hard to lose a good friend. Love the towel. Hugs

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pennifold by pennifold 03 Nov 2018

Thanks so much Shirley, yes you are right it's hard losing your friends. Love Chris

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by tuross 02 Nov 2018

Chris my heart goes out to your Mum; as they age more and more of their friends pass on creating sad and pften lonely gaps in their lives. She has obviously brought up a lovely daughter (you) so I am very happy that as a result you share such a lovely relationship now.
I will add your Mum's friend to my prays.
God Bless, Lynne in beautiful Tuross Head, NSW

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks so much Lynne, yes, it's awful as we age and we lose our friends. Mum has great memories of her to remember. Love Chris

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by gerryb 02 Nov 2018

So sorry about your friend. But I am sure she fought the good fight against that terrible disease. Prayers for her family & friends.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Gerry, yes, she certainly did that. Love Chris

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by kustomkuddle 02 Nov 2018

So sorry for the loss of your Mum's and your friend. A lovely picture to remember good times together. It must be hard for your Mum to lose a good friend. Praying for God's peace for both of you.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks so much Debbie, I really appreciate you popping on here to comment. I do hope things are settling down with your Mum and daughter. Life is so hectic.
I was only visiting my oldest friend on Thursday and she said she just hopes next year is better. She lives over 2 hours drive away from me and we've known each other for 36 years. She used to live here in Newcastle and we saw each other practically every day. I do so miss popping in for coffee and a chat etc.
She told me, "You know, Chris, talking with you is like you were only here yesterday!" I thought what a lovely comment and I feel the same way.
I think as Mum's and friends we need to be ' there' as much as we can for them.
Thanks once again and I pray the same for you. Love Chris

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by sewpam 02 Nov 2018

It is hard to lose a friend at any age. This picture will have very fond memories.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks so much Pam, yes, pictures are great ways of remembering our mates. Love Chris

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by gerryvb 02 Nov 2018

sorry to read your mum lost her friend. Hope you all have many lovely memories of her. And I'm sure you will make somebody happy with the gift you made for her.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Gerry, I hope that the recipient of the towel will love it as much as I enjoyed making it. Love Chris

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by zoefzoef 02 Nov 2018

Sorry to read this news. Of course 91 is an age many would like to reach, but still it is always too early to say goodbye to dear friends..

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks true Linda, she was so much fun and had a wicked sense of humour. Love Chris

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by dailylaundry 02 Nov 2018

Sad to hear of the passing of your Mom's friend, Val. I imagine you and your Mom will miss her so. Your Christmas luncheon is always so festive - your friend will be there in spirit! Hugs to you and your Mom! Laura

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Laura, I like to think that all our friends from the past are there with us too. We always raise a glass to their memory. Love Chris

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by graceandham 02 Nov 2018

Condolences to you and your Mum on the loss of a long-time friend. You have been a good friend to her and now you can share her gifts with others to spread the joy.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Betsey, that's a wonderful positive outlook. I agree with you. Love Chris

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by crafter2243 Moderator edited 02 Nov 2018

This is sad news. I love what Miss Lillian said and hope that you will be able to recall wonderful times you had with Val at the next Christmas luncheon,

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Angie, yes, Miss Lillian certainly has a way with words. We will talk about Val and keep her memory alive. Love Chris

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by lbrow 02 Nov 2018

Sorry to hear this Chris,but can only rejoice at where she is now. Your mom will miss her I m sure. Her new life has only just begun and how glorious it must be!

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Miss Lillian, I agree with you too, no more pain and peace at last. Love Chris

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by sewdeb 02 Nov 2018

Chris, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mum's friend, Val. Please send my condolences to your Mum and Val's family and to you and your lovely group of ladies. Your towel is gorgeous, like everything you make for you holiday get together. Hugs and prayers, Deb

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Deb, I appreciate your kind words. I'll send on my condolences to Mum from all you ladies this morning. I've got to pick her up at 8.45 as she has a hair appointment. We are going out to see a female impersonator at 2.00 who Mum loves. This man is Wayne Rogers and does a marvellous show. He matches everything he wears with all the jewellery and shoes. He even makes his own clothes! Love Chris

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by cfidl 02 Nov 2018

I am not looking forward to winter. Brrrrrr. The pic of you ladies is wonderful. 91 years old is amazing and to be so active. Wishing you all a fabulous holiday season. Your gifts will be appreciated.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Chris, as we swelter in the heat I'll think of you in the cold! Thanks for your post. Love Chris

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by dragonflyer 02 Nov 2018

So sad to hear about Val. Please extend my condolences to you Mum and her family. I know she will be truly missed and I hope that you might "raise a glass of bubbly" at your Christmas Party this year to her...

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Kim, yes, we've done that 3 times now. Mum's other friend that used to come was Babs and of course my dear friend Margaret. We miss them all, love Chris

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by toogie 02 Nov 2018

I must say your mum's friend aged well, sorry to hear of all of your loss. I know she will be missed.
Your towel looks perfect. I still like red and green Christmas' too. A beautiful looking group of ladies.

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pennifold by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

Thanks Toogie, she was such a character. Mum and her had a special connection. Love Chris

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by pennifold 02 Nov 2018

I haven't washed the WSS off yet, so it's still around the edge and centre. Love Chris

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