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Man's Best Friend (Woman's, too)
Last night at the home of our dear friends, Tom and Joyce Browning , we were completely taken back with an overwhelming gift Tom painted for us. It is an original oil painting done by this master painter, of our darling "Maddie". Tears of grief flowed from our eyes and nothing could stop them. (I know I had suppressed my grieving out of necessity). We miss her so much and Tom has given us an enormous gift that heals a empty hole in our hearts. You may enjoy seeing Tom's website at http://www.tombrowning.com/. He if famous for his Santa Claus', Western Works of Art featuring stunning horses, and lovely landscapes. For those of you who have been to our La Quinta home, he painted the stunning Flamingo Dancer in our dining room entitled "Shall We Dance?".
Why now?
All is well, so why now?
Well, we have been extremely touched by the care and attention so many of you have showered upon us over the past 6 months (yes, this whole thing started 6 months ago, ie. 11/27/07). Throughout this time, we've had ups and downs and many of you have shared them with us and lifted us up with your love. When this first started, I sent out emails to our beloved prayer chain warriors, our faithful families and friends. Undoubtedly and unintentionally, people who care about both of us were missed.
As snowbirds, we have returned to our home in Bend, Oregon and we miss our "Southern Friends" who have done the same thing by going home to countless beautiful communities throughout the United States and Canada. This offers an opportunity to occasionally check on Gary's progress and post your comments.
My focus is Gary, so sometimes the phone call I "should" make to friends isn't made. I'll try to update this blogsite once a week to say hello and let you know how he's doing. Please don't hesitate to call us or check this blog from time to time and leave a comment.
We know that you worry about Gary and me and hope that this will give you some comfort.
Hope it works for you. Works for me.
We're sending our love to you through this blog. Please keep him in your prayers.
Virginia and Gary
6 comments:
Great picture of Maddie! What a good friend to create that for you. I'm sure you have a perfect spot for it. It really looks just like her, but she should be upside down in your lap!
Love you bunches,
Laura
V and G
The painting is awesome and Maddie is in all her glory and will be with you always.
The blog is great and I check it every day.
And, hey, I'm leaving a message and it's NOT EVEN SUNDAY!
Mosie
OH MY GOSH! What a beautiful picture of Maddie. The picture of Gary is beautiful, too. Gary, you look great and we're glad to see it. Hope to see you both soon. You've got to love the blog. What a nice way to keep all your friends posted and to hear from them regularly. We check it daily because even though we rarely see you we are always thinking and wondering about you.
Hugs,
Jim and Darlene
i recently had the privilege of meeting gary and virginia long distance and buying their acura nsx.as a fellow dog lover who is not quite sure how to post on this blog this seemed like a good place.it's a beautiful,well-kept car,but much more important was the chance to get to know these kind and honorable people.gary's car will be well-appreciated and well taken care of.robbie
What a beautiful painting of a wonderful dog. Maddie was very special to you both and I know is missed terribly. Having this painting will always keep her in your hearts and minds.
Ruthie
Little Maddie loves her Daddy and her Daddy loves her too... Little Maddie... Loves her Daddy...
I'm sorry she's gone. I know you loved her.
Love,
David
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