The best part of going to these art events, like Tiffanys, is the people.
Great people, great friends. I might only see them randomly at various arty weekends, but we pick right up where we left off and continue the fun that started at the last party.
I've met some people who I consider very close friends, not just acquaintances or work friends at these places.
I have great memories of this latest trip, and many pretty pictures to show you. But since the people I meet there mean so much to me, this post has not come easy.
I share more than laughs with these ladies. I care about them. And I cherish our times together.
So I don't want to be flip and go on and on about how wonderful it all was.
Believe me, it was WONDERFUL, Kim is an over the top, talented hostess who attends to every detail. The teachers and classes were lovely. The decor amazing. The women were the best.
But there was also heart break this time.
My long time, Bella buddy lost her husband in an accident while we were there.
I'm glad she was surrounded by some of her closest friends when she got the news. The ladies she was with that day were good people who had sturdy shoulders to cry on, and strong hearts to offer support.
I do have more pictures to show you, and it was a lovely weekend. But my heart aches for her now.
She should be proud and thankful that the night before her husband's accident, she was saying very nice things about him and not complaining as many of us tend to do when we are idly talking about our husbands. Not a negative word left her mouth when she talked about the two of them restoring a cabin together and about his job as a fireman.
Lots of us might (me included) might throw in a snide or complaining comment about a husband's design choices, forgetfulness, or who knows what when talking about doing a project like that together or be crabby about the long hours he works at his job.
She spoke with pride about his work and with happiness talking about their project.
The minute I heard the news about her loss, I had to call my own loved one right away and tell him how much I appreciated him. You never know when it could be too late. Or when your last conversation about someone was not a flattering one.
Oh Karla I’m so sorry for your friend! What shocking news. You are soo right…we need to tell others how much they mean to us and not take tomorrow for granted. I’m glad she was with loving and supportive friends.
So sorry to hear about your friends loss. Your reminder to tell those we love that we appreciate and love them hit home. I’m glad you ladies were able still able to enjoy your time together! Please let me know when the next get-away is! Take care and God bless! <3
Elayne
Oh Karla, it was crazy sad to hear about that. No words.
What sad news. My heartfelt thoughts & prayers to your friend.
A friend of mine lost her nephew last week as he was swept into raging waters viewing a swollen creek. Thanks for your reminder to let our love ones know we love them – friends & family alike.
With love & friendship to you Karla-
Big Hug, Tami
I’m very sorry to hear about your friend Bella’s loss of her husband. Yes, we must be grateful for our loved ones, today.
thinking of you and yours,
Kate
What a terrible tragedy. My heart aches for her, and know it was a long ride home.
Karla…you are an amazing friend. I only wish that we had more time to spend together in CA. It’s so fun seeing everyone and trying to catch up but it seems as if we run out of time!
hugs,
Sherry
How very sad. And what a lovely tribute to her that you’ve written. I’m so sorry for her loss. Thanks for the reminder that each day with our loved ones is a precious gift–I so often take it for granted.
Karla, it makes my heart so sad to think of your friend who lost her husband. She gathered with all of you, ready to have such light-hearted fun, only to hear the worst news imaginable. If she was far from home, I can only imagine how that added to her heartache even more. You are a good friend to care so much that you wanted to acknowledge her pain amidst all the good moments of the Tiffany event. I pray right now that she will be comforted.
Oh how sad. Im sure it was a blessing to be surrounded by friends.
🙁 Life is so unpredictable. I can’t imagine her pain… 🙁
the event looked spectacular…