New Mercies

 

Today's card has a story behind it.  I made this card for a friend of mine who recently lost a dear friend in a tragic road accident.  I sat there listening, so at a loss for words of comfort.  I guess when we lose someone we love, we'd think of all the words we should have said, the extra effort we should have made for the person and how angry we are at ourselves for not doing what we should have.  Nevertheless, God is good, and He is gracious towards us in many ways.  Without going into details, my friend did manage to catch up a little with her friend shortly before the accident, and that is a huge comfort.

I think I learnt something from this - to always appreciate the people who mean the world to us, to hold back words that hurt, and to always try to go the extra mile and be available for them.  After all, life is fragile and so very short.

The sentiment on the card, is a line from a wonderful old hymn "Great is Thy Faithfulness" which I so love.  I think it's fitting for the challenge at Simon Says Stamp, a place I'm starting to love, lots of fab products and great service I really appreciate.

Thanks for coming by today.  It means a lot!

Stamp : Verve New Mercies

Ink : Memento Rich Cocoa & Pear Tart

Paper : Prima Printery 6x6 pad

Others : PTI Satin ribbon (Aqua Mist), PTI kraft cardstock, MFT Die-namics Butterflies & First Class Friend, Teal pearls