“Do not take anything for granted — not one smile or one person or one rainbow or one breath, or one night in your cozy bed.” ~Terri Guillemets
I am happy to be here searching for the words to share my relief and gratitude. My biopsy results came back negative! Upon hearing the news, my husband let out a huge breath and with a very shaky voice told me how afraid he had been, but didn’t want me to know. What a blessing to be able to once again go about the business of living our lives though with a heightened sense of how precious it is once again.
So many of you wrote personal notes, comments and sent thoughts and prayers for me and my family as we waited for the news about how our lives would proceed. I cannot express how grateful I am for the caring hugs from so many people who only know me through my little blog. Thank you from the bottom of my tangled heart!
The piece I am sharing today is my Celebration piece. It is also in response to the Diva Challenge to use something for a stencil to form your string. I ended up using a huge eraser shield bisected with a French curve that I had forgotten about having. Since it was so large, this piece is done on 12” x 16” Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel paper. I added a little stain around the outside to mask my smudgies from left handedness. You will notice a great new tangle as yet unreleased to the public – contact your local CZT to get the drop on the general public. Other tangles are Dragonair and Mooka plus the ever-present Tipple I just love to use.
I am thinking this one will be framed and be given a place in our home as a reminder to never take anything for granted and that I am blessed to have so many wonderful, caring people in my world.
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July 14, 2013 at 11:08 am
The Big Girl
excellent news
July 15, 2013 at 7:20 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks so much!
July 14, 2013 at 12:35 pm
Jakki Keens Garlans
I am so happy for your news – I can tell you from experience hearing the other news knocks your world right off its orbit – my daughter was just fine one day, and the next she had cancer – well it seemed like that – we’ve been learning to live with the consequences – she’s finished chemo and now faces radiation – and we hope for a “cure”. But life is now girded by uncertainties that were never there before. However, we live each day as a gift and live it to the fullest.
I am so happy for you that you are spared this – remember, every day, the joy of hearing the news and celebrate that news every day – as I am sure you will. Infuse your art with your joy, and continue to share your creativity – it will bring joy to both the healthy and the suffering – and we all need joy, that’s for sure!
Jakki
July 14, 2013 at 12:55 pm
Tangled Tranquility
Jakki:
I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. Of course, I tried to imagine how I would handle a cancer diagnosis, but I don’t think you can ever know until you are faced with the reality. Take strength from each other, look for the bright spots in every day and remember to breathe. Take care and your family is in my prayers.
July 14, 2013 at 12:43 pm
1 Art Lady Kate Tangles and More
Excellent news! and a beautiful piece of work! Just lovely!
July 15, 2013 at 7:20 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words.
July 14, 2013 at 1:05 pm
Lorna Aaronson
Wow on all counts! Beautiful work, beautiful words, and wonderful news!
July 15, 2013 at 7:19 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks so much!
July 14, 2013 at 2:17 pm
Margaret Bremner
So happy to hear something negative!
Lovely piece of work. You work well on the colored paper. Hmm… a French curve… I have one of those! *ideas!*
July 15, 2013 at 7:19 am
Tangled Tranquility
Margaret,
I know what you mean – it seems the positive results grow more numerous all the time. Get out that french curve! Let me tell you, those little babies have a lot of potential for strings. Thanks for the lovely compliments
July 15, 2013 at 7:19 am
Tangled Tranquility
Margaret,
I know what you mean – it seems the positive results grow more numerous all the time. Get out that french curve! Let me tell you, those little babies have a lot of potential for strings. Thanks for the lovely compliments
July 14, 2013 at 4:15 pm
LonettA
Absolutely wonderful zia!
July 15, 2013 at 7:17 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thank you, I think the inspiration affected the final piece.
July 15, 2013 at 7:17 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thank you, I think the inspiration affected the final piece.
July 14, 2013 at 7:15 pm
Zoe Brener
Your work is totally stunning and jaw-dropping! And congratulations on your news!
July 15, 2013 at 7:16 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks! I guess my relief showed in this one.
July 15, 2013 at 12:50 am
Annemarie
A great idea to hang this zia in your house, to always remenber.
I’m very glad for you and I love this zia you made.
July 15, 2013 at 7:15 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thank you for the kind words and compliment – they are always welcome.
July 15, 2013 at 9:18 am
Sue Clark
I am so happy your test results came out good. Your celebration piece is beautiful! I love the look of the white highlights on the tan paper. I will need to check out the French curve. We can find something to smile about every day!
July 15, 2013 at 9:42 am
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks Sue – those french curves offer a lot of possibilities!
July 15, 2013 at 6:39 pm
Bette Abdu
Your celebration piece is joyous! So happy to hear your good news. Tangle on!
July 15, 2013 at 6:41 pm
Tangled Tranquility
Thanks Bette!
November 18, 2013 at 8:30 am
ledenzer
A truly beautiful work of art! I am in awe!
November 18, 2013 at 12:53 pm
faith1110
I’m so glad your anxiety had a happy end, and this is a lovely drawing to celebrate. Actually it looks rather like a map of the UK! The colouring and shading are delightful and it certainly deserves a frame and a special place!
November 18, 2013 at 12:58 pm
Melkota
Very beautiful work!
November 18, 2013 at 1:22 pm
NancyD
So wonderful to hear your news of a clear biopsy! I love your beautiful art and interpretation of the new tangle. NancyD
November 18, 2013 at 7:49 pm
Shelly Beauch
Brilliant news, well done! The light and brightness in your art shows zest for a healthy life!
November 19, 2013 at 7:51 am
carole
The gratitude you’ve shared is contagious in both your words and your art. Thank you for that inspiration. We celebrate with you!
November 19, 2013 at 8:58 am
Mandy
oh wow that is gorgeous! And congratulations!
November 19, 2013 at 9:26 am
1 Art Lady Kate Tangles
What a beautiful beautiful piece of work! I am also so happy with your prognosis!
November 19, 2013 at 9:44 pm
kenoly2000
this is beautiful, kathy, and i love the dragonair mixed in. that paper looks quite wonderful to work on!
November 20, 2013 at 6:18 am
Danni O'Brien, CZT
What a wonderful celebration and reminder of the good news, this will be a wonderful piece that shows your strength, courage, and your creativity. Beautiful work.