oldschoolrocker
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 18, 2020 1:58:21 GMT -5
So I recently promised myself that I wouldnt make any new dremel cabs until I completed some of the many o have ready for the lot o. But today when I was gathering all my already shaped/not polished cabs I stumbled upon a preform heart that I hadnt worked since I first cut it back in October. This was before I had done any dremel cabs, just dremel shaped flat pendants. I had cut it for a very specific reason with intentions to give to daughter for her birthday in Nov. but lost it shortly after preforming on tile saw. I was pretty bummed about not being able to make it for daughters bday so when found it today I had to work it.... So, as for the specific reason I cut it to give to daughter - My daughters mother and I have not been together since my daughter was 10 months old. However, for the last ten years we have been able to co parent our daughter without any kind of court intervention for any aspect of raising our daughter. Our daughter has only ever known being raised in two households and am proud to say with confidence that it has not shown to have had any detrimental affects on our daughter to this point. Her mother and I are definitely two different people but we haven't had so much as an arguement in very very long time . My daughter had recently ( back in Oct) asked why her mother and I dont get back together since we get along so well. I explained that we were just two different people but that she was what brings us together. Our love for her is what will always keep us together as one family regardless of living in seperate homes. So when I saw this pattern in a rock I cut I thought it would make the perfect pendant to symbolize this. So she could wear it and be a reminder that she is what brings us together and not what keeps us apart.....sorry for oversharing but just made my day that it turned up today and will be able to give her it after all. So here is the heart-one regular, one backlit.   Thanks for reading and looking! |
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oldschoolrocker
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 18, 2020 2:05:10 GMT -5
Oh, and the fracture visible in the top left of heart in first picture seems to be fully healed. Wish it wasnt there but isnt as noticable in person as in pic.
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oldschoolrocker
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 18, 2020 2:07:59 GMT -5
Oh, one last thing- the rock it's made from was a rock my daughter picked out at first rock sale we had ever gone to.
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Post by fernwood on Mar 18, 2020 3:08:03 GMT -5
A very beautiful cab in so many ways.
A heart, made from the heart with a very special meaning.
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Post by knave on Mar 18, 2020 5:05:32 GMT -5
Great work! Appreciate your sense of family.
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Post by MsAli on Mar 18, 2020 6:13:38 GMT -5
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Post by rockjunquie on Mar 18, 2020 6:16:38 GMT -5
It had to be.  |
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Post by opalpyrexia on Mar 18, 2020 9:20:53 GMT -5
Perfect! Thanks for sharing your story.
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Post by NDK on Mar 18, 2020 10:05:07 GMT -5
A very beautiful cab in so many ways. A heart, made from the heart with a very special meaning. Well said Beth. Truly a beautiful piece ❤️ Kudos Dad! |
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Post by miket on Mar 18, 2020 10:12:44 GMT -5
Beautiful story- not oversharing at all, thank you for the heartwarming smile this morning. You did a great job on the heart and it sounds like you're doing a great job with your daughter as well. |
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Post by hummingbirdstones on Mar 18, 2020 10:13:17 GMT -5
Beautiful work and a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing.
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Post by Pat on Mar 18, 2020 10:46:58 GMT -5
A heart from the heart... what could be better? Thanks .
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Post by RocksInNJ on Mar 18, 2020 10:59:42 GMT -5
That’s a very special and beautiful heart and she will treasure it forever. I loved hearing your story, I know so many people in the same situation that have nothing but problems and arguments all the time, and the child is the one that suffers the most. It was very heart warming to hear your story and am so happy that you both are able to get along and share the love you both have for your daughter. I wish that more people would see the light and be able to handle the situation as you both have.
I would make one for the ex-wife as well. Just as a simple thank you for working with me through the years to help keep the family together even though you’re both apart. Though I’m not in your shoes, I would think that both your ex-wife and daughter would really appreciate the thought. Many thanks for sharing your story. It really brought a smile to my face.
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Post by rockpickerforever on Mar 18, 2020 12:12:46 GMT -5
Gorgeous! And so much meaning behind it.
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 18, 2020 12:42:57 GMT -5
Thank you everyone for the kind words!
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 18, 2020 13:11:07 GMT -5
That’s a very special and beautiful heart and she will treasure it forever. I loved hearing your story, I know so many people in the same situation that have nothing but problems and arguments all the time, and the child is the one that suffers the most. It was very heart warming to hear your story and am so happy that you both are able to get along and share the love you both have for your daughter. I wish that more people would see the light and be able to handle the situation as you both have. I would make one for the ex-wife as well. Just as a simple thank you for working with me through the years to help keep the family together even though you’re both apart. Though I’m not in your shoes, I would think that both your ex-wife and daughter would really appreciate the thought. Many thanks for sharing your story. It really brought a smile to my face. To be honest, I think we both feared how things would work out in the beginning. We both agreed early on tho that our daughter was priority #1 and the only way we would ever make the situation work was to do what was in her best interest always. Regardless of what sacrifices had to be made or which parent it may benefit more. And I owe many thanks to my ex for being just as willing to make personal sacrifices to make it work even tho she was fully aware that she likely wouldnt have to had she chose to put it in the hands of the court system. And even more so since my ex was raised by a single mother that had to fight to get father to help raise her or even be a part of her life. And while I've expressed my gratitude to my ex for this many times, you are very right that making something for her is a great way to show my continued gratitude. Going to make this one of my next projects. Have plans with daughter to help her make a necklace for mothers day so I will add this to do alongside that project. Many thanks for the suggestion and the kind words! |
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Post by mohs on Mar 18, 2020 13:30:34 GMT -5
those bands come down to fine point !
healing heart indeed
I like it lot !
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Post by RocksInNJ on Mar 18, 2020 18:59:16 GMT -5
That’s a very special and beautiful heart and she will treasure it forever. I loved hearing your story, I know so many people in the same situation that have nothing but problems and arguments all the time, and the child is the one that suffers the most. It was very heart warming to hear your story and am so happy that you both are able to get along and share the love you both have for your daughter. I wish that more people would see the light and be able to handle the situation as you both have. I would make one for the ex-wife as well. Just as a simple thank you for working with me through the years to help keep the family together even though you’re both apart. Though I’m not in your shoes, I would think that both your ex-wife and daughter would really appreciate the thought. Many thanks for sharing your story. It really brought a smile to my face. To be honest, I think we both feared how things would work out in the beginning. We both agreed early on tho that our daughter was priority #1 and the only way we would ever make the situation work was to do what was in her best interest always. Regardless of what sacrifices had to be made or which parent it may benefit more. And I owe many thanks to my ex for being just as willing to make personal sacrifices to make it work even tho she was fully aware that she likely wouldnt have to had she chose to put it in the hands of the court system. And even more so since my ex was raised by a single mother that had to fight to get father to help raise her or even be a part of her life. And while I've expressed my gratitude to my ex for this many times, you are very right that making something for her is a great way to show my continued gratitude. Going to make this one of my next projects. Have plans with daughter to help her make a necklace for mothers day so I will add this to do alongside that project. Many thanks for the suggestion and the kind words! That’s awesome. I was really hoping that I wasn’t stepping on any toes, not knowing the whole situation, but thought it was a good idea that I’m sure she would really appreciate. Hope you and the daughter have a great time together and looking forward to seeing what you make. Stay hoopy my friend. 😃 |
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 19, 2020 0:33:38 GMT -5
those bands come down to fine point ! healing heart indeed I like it lot ! Thank you! Come to think of it, your rock'n hearts would have been perfect for this! |
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Post by oldschoolrocker on Mar 19, 2020 0:35:28 GMT -5
To be honest, I think we both feared how things would work out in the beginning. We both agreed early on tho that our daughter was priority #1 and the only way we would ever make the situation work was to do what was in her best interest always. Regardless of what sacrifices had to be made or which parent it may benefit more. And I owe many thanks to my ex for being just as willing to make personal sacrifices to make it work even tho she was fully aware that she likely wouldnt have to had she chose to put it in the hands of the court system. And even more so since my ex was raised by a single mother that had to fight to get father to help raise her or even be a part of her life. And while I've expressed my gratitude to my ex for this many times, you are very right that making something for her is a great way to show my continued gratitude. Going to make this one of my next projects. Have plans with daughter to help her make a necklace for mothers day so I will add this to do alongside that project. Many thanks for the suggestion and the kind words! That’s awesome. I was really hoping that I wasn’t stepping on any toes, not knowing the whole situation, but thought it was a good idea that I’m sure she would really appreciate. Hope you and the daughter have a great time together and looking forward to seeing what you make. Stay hoopy my friend. 😃 Thank you and il be sure to post it when completed. |
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