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Friday, 4 July 2014

4th July ...

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Back in the day, before Leigh Cottage, much of my spare time was spent making Angels.
 In total I think I made over 300 and they are now in all corners of the world, 
from Bradford-on-Avon, to Singapore, to New Zealand and Jamaica. 
The first few Angels were made as presents to family in the first Christmas 
after we lost my beautiful sister-in-law Tracey in a car accident. 
From there they just seemed to grow and grow as people asked me to make them for them.
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 Each one has an Angels For Tracey label sewn on the side of their dress;

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We have Angels all over our house,


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  my kitchen Angel


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  the hall angel


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the TV room angel

  
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 and my favourite,
 our bedroom Angel. 
She is the last thing I look at  before going to bed
      and the first thing I see in the morning.

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        Today it is exactly 11 years since we lost our amazing Trace,
 and we miss her every single day. 
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29 comments:

  1. Amy at love made my home4 July 2014 at 01:41

    I am so glad that you have all of your angels looking over you today Kate and I am sure that Tracey is as well. Hugs and love to you. xx

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  2. Coco Rose Diaries4 July 2014 at 01:52

    What beautiful Angels Kate. I'm sure your sister-in-law is looking down with a smile on her face. It's very hard losing loved ones. I've been missing loved ones lost recently. I like having things of theirs close to me.

    Big Hugs xxx

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 05:56

      Thank you Vanessa, it's so important to keep those reminders all around you isn't it ?
      Big hugs back K x

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  3. Lazy Days & Sundays4 July 2014 at 04:06

    How proud she would be of everything you and your family have achieved in the 11 years since she left you. But of course she will know all about it as she will be sat with your two lovely cats at her side watching everything you do and keeping you all safe. Your angels are lovely and a great way to remember her always.

    Mitzi

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 05:57

      Thank you Mitzi for your lovely, lovely words, K x

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  4. simplenaturalhandmade4 July 2014 at 05:19

    What a lovely thing to do in Tracy's name. The angels are gorgeous. I remember my Nan by crocheting all her wool into a blanket. Xx

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 05:57

      That's such a lovely idea, its all about keeping those special things isn't it ? K x

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  5. Niki Murray4 July 2014 at 06:58

    What a lovely idea, thinking of you today......the angels are gorgeous xx

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  6. kristieinbc4 July 2014 at 07:21

    Anniversaries like this are so difficult. I'm glad you have the beautiful angels you made in her honour to look at and enjoy. They are lovely.

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 07:41

      Thank you Kristie - the sun is shining brightly here today - a happy sign. K x

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  7. lavender attic4 July 2014 at 07:28

    Hi Kate
    I found you via Pink Milk... what a lovely blog, I'll be visiting regularly!
    So sorry you lost your sister-in-law in so tragic a way. What a beautiful thing to do xx
    Sally @lavender attic

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 13:11

      Hello Sally, Welcome to Just Pootling - its a pleasure to see you !
      HOW have I not discovered YOUR lovely blog before ? You're on my sidebar from this minute on.
      See you soon, K x

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  8. justpootling4 July 2014 at 07:46

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  9. Pink Milk4 July 2014 at 08:05

    Oh darling girl, I'm so terribly sorry. Your angels are such a precious way to remember Tracey. Wishing you a gentle day, my friend.

    Hxx

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  10. Jane4 July 2014 at 12:14

    Your angels are beautiful Kate and such a lovely way to remember your sister-in-law. Big hugs to you on this difficult day, love Jane xx

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  11. Unknown4 July 2014 at 12:56

    Big hugs and what a fab way to remember someone you love. x

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  12. J9sHappiness4 July 2014 at 12:56

    Beautiful angels and a beautiful sentiment for remembering Tracey. Bless you. I've just found your blog and am your newest follower! J9 x

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    1. justpootling4 July 2014 at 13:20

      Hello Janine, thank you for dropping by and for your kind words. Look forward to seeing you again soon, K x

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  13. CJ4 July 2014 at 14:44

    How beautifully they've been made, and what a lovely thing to do to remember someome special. CJ xx

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    1. justpootling5 July 2014 at 04:36

      Thank you CJ, they were lovely to make and at the time it provided a real therapy to be occupied in that way. K x

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  14. gillyflower5 July 2014 at 03:15

    They are lovely Kate, and such a special way for you all to remember her by.
    Gill xx

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  15. Clare5 July 2014 at 06:26

    What a wonderful way to remember, they are beautiful
    Clare x

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  16. Unknown7 July 2014 at 13:57

    These are beautiful angels, Kate, it is clear from their peaceful, pretty expressions that they were made with a lot of love. This is such a touching, wonderful way to remember someone, Tracey was obviously cherished and is still. Sending you much love, Chrissie x

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