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Offline Marcellarius

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No bragging, just sharing
« on: September 17, 2010, 11:58:00 am »
last Sunday I heard that a friend/acquaintance had un-treatable lung cancer.
it was discovered a couple of weeks earlier.
I decide to make something this week to encourage and support him and his family.
I made a for a "pictureframe with a candle" design and it's made out of 1/4 oak.

The dutch phrase "sterke" means strength and his name is on top the picture frame.
I had a poem in my mind that to place in the frame, later on his wife can change it for his picture.

Today I was finished and I planed to bring it over this weekend.
Then this morning my daughter came home from school with a note that he had past away. (His daughter goes to the same school)

I gave it to his wife now, she can use all the strength she can get.

....... what a terrible, awful disease!!

So, notthing to brag, but I would share the story with you.
Marcel

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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #1 on: September 17, 2010, 12:09:23 pm »
Awesome job Marcellarius. I really like it. Thanks for posting your work. I am sure they will appreciate the thought and effort. It is always nice to have friends support and your kindness will someday be rewarded.  :)
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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #2 on: September 17, 2010, 12:11:29 pm »
What a beautiful thought and a sobering story, Marcellarius.  Life is so fragile, isn't it? It was a kind and thoughtful thing for you to do for their family, and I am sure they will treasure it not only for these reasons, but also for its craftsmanship and beauty.  Thank you so much for sharing with us.

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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #3 on: September 17, 2010, 12:29:47 pm »
I used an other poem than I originally intend to.
I now realize tha you dont read dutch so a translation might be handy.

this short poem says:

in our thoughts you were
in our thoughts you are
in our thoughts you always will be


Marcel

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« Reply #4 on: September 17, 2010, 01:06:50 pm »
Marcel, I am sorry for your friend and his family.  The piece was beautiful.  I'm sure the family will treasure the piece because of it's intent.  The poem was equally beautiful.

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« Reply #5 on: September 17, 2010, 05:25:36 pm »
Thanks for the translation. A beautiful poem to go with your fantastic work.  8)
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« Reply #6 on: September 17, 2010, 07:39:49 pm »
I beautiful piece of work.  Sorry for the loss of someone close to you.  His wife will enjoy your work.

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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #7 on: September 17, 2010, 07:54:00 pm »
Marcel, What beautiful thing you have done for your Friends family. I'm sure they will cherish it always.
« Last Edit: September 17, 2010, 10:21:32 pm by dgman »
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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #8 on: September 17, 2010, 09:38:42 pm »
What a beautiful way to show your feelings. That is a forever treasure.
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« Reply #9 on: September 17, 2010, 10:28:56 pm »
What a nice way to show your concern and support. I am sorry to hear the news.

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Re: No bragging, just sharing
« Reply #10 on: September 18, 2010, 12:50:22 am »
You are a true friend.  Very compassionate of you.
Mike

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« Reply #11 on: September 18, 2010, 04:02:22 am »
what a thoughtful and wonderful gift Marcellarius, beautifully done my friend. im sorry for the loss of your friend, prayers be with you and his family. God Bless.

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« Reply #12 on: September 19, 2010, 12:27:04 pm »
Marcel, that looks great. I am sorry that your friend never got to see it, but I am sure that his wife will cherish it very much. I wish you comfort in these times and strenght to help support his wife and children. From one dutchy to another "Sterkte Marcel"

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« Reply #13 on: September 20, 2010, 11:31:57 am »
What a fine piece of work you did. His family will appreciate it forever I am sure.

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« Reply #14 on: September 21, 2010, 08:32:48 am »
What a thoughtful gesture.  So much more meaningful than flowers. 

 

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