Friday, October 27, 2017

A kindness ~ Happy PPF!

Hello!

I'd like to share the art and thoughtfulness of A, our nephew's wife, who lovingly created this beautiful hand-sewn cushion for me:

My photos don't do it justice but the brown and red of the gumnuts are created out of a soft leather and the leaves in fabric.

It was a most beautiful surprise on many levels...

... because A was inspired to create it from a card I had once made for her.


She did an enlarged photocopy of the card and cut the shapes as a template for her piece:
She did several enlarged photocopies and gave me one of those also.


I love my cushion so much!
Every time I see it I smile ....
Thank you Dear A xx


Linking to Eva and Kristin's Paint Party Friday, where the happiest of artists gather... and everyone's welcome! 

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  1. angela27 October, 2017 11:28

    No how clever. It’s lovely. So special xx

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    1. angela27 October, 2017 11:28

      That’s oh. Not. No lol

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    2. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 16:37

      Thanks so much Angela - yes, it's very special :D)

      Love your comment ... thanks for visiting xx

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  2. Christine27 October, 2017 11:58

    That is such a thoughtful gift, it's beautiful as is your card!

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    1. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 16:39

      Yes, indeed, A is such a thoughtful person - thanks Christine, your comment is so nice :D) xx

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  3. DVArtist27 October, 2017 14:40

    Sue this is just gorgeous and yes a wonderful gift that you will cherish for ever. Thank you so much for the kind words on my blog. Hope all is will with you. Hugs N.

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    1. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 16:40

      Oh Nicole it is and I shall.
      Really appreciate your lovely thoughts, thank you all is well and I wish the same for you :D) xx

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  4. Valerie-Jael27 October, 2017 16:05

    What a gorgeous cushion. And lovely to see love being repaid with more love, your wonderful card being echoed in the cushion. Have fun using it, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 16:44

      aw hugs Valerie - thank you for leaving your beautiful thoughts too :D) xx

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  5. Anonymous27 October, 2017 17:19

    o what a beautiful painted picture and your pillow, I am so enthusiastic about the implementation in fabric !!!! Fantastic!!!
    I wish you a great weekend!
    greetings Elke

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    1. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 19:10

      I really appreciate your comments Elke. It was a wonderful surprise when A gave me that very special pillow - I happen to love pillows... can never have too many... but the added thrill of seeing my painting interpreted in her beautiful style was really touching.
      Thank you, and you have a great weekend too xx

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  6. Anonymous27 October, 2017 17:41

    What a beautiful cushion and painting, lovely idea and gift.

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    1. Sue (this n that)27 October, 2017 19:10

      Thanks so kindly Sharon, I was really proud to show this lovely gift :D)

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  7. DeniseinVA27 October, 2017 18:14

    This is a beautiful and very thoughtful gift from your daughter-in-law. You must have been so happy with it. And may I say your card was a beautiful gift too, which she must have loved in kind. Very special your gifts to each other.

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:30

      Yes, I was incredibly happy at A's beautiful gift. She's a busy Mum, Wife and employee and to think how she spent all that time making it is so lovely.

      Thanks for popping in - have a really beaut weekend Denise. Cheers now xx

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  8. Maria27 October, 2017 20:30

    Such a beautiful cushion! How lovely of your nephew's wife to make you something so special 💗

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:32

      Thank you kindly Maria, it was indeed... very special.
      Hugs and thanks for your visit :D) xx

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  9. Lin27 October, 2017 22:23

    What a thoughtful gift - and it's beautiful! xx

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:33

      Hello Lin, thank you very much for adding your lovely thoughts :D) xx

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  10. Gillena Cox27 October, 2017 22:28

    Beautiful cushion. How sweet of her.
    Thank you for dropping by my blog today.
    Happy PPF

    Much love...

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:34

      Happy PPF Gillena, always beaut to catch up and thanks for your lovely words :D) xx

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  11. Linda Kunsman27 October, 2017 23:32

    what a special and beautiful cushion-the stitching is so meticulous-very impressive! The card is equally lovely. Thanks for sharing this with us, and happy PPF!

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:36

      Thanks very much Linda... yes, the stitching is to be admired as well - oh gosh, to be able to keep them so neat, I admire that too.
      Beaut of you to drop by and Happy PPF (on a Saturday now for we Aussies ;D)) xx

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  12. SandeeNC28 October, 2017 00:32

    What a great! She did a fabulous job!

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:36

      Lovely Sandee, thank you, A certainly did! Appreciate your visit :D) xx

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  13. sirkkis28 October, 2017 00:47

    Love your beautiful cushion and card a lot, Sue.
    Happy weekend 💕

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 07:37

      Thanks so much Sirkkis and, yes, have a lovely weekend yourself. Cheers! xx

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  14. Susan28 October, 2017 01:54

    this is such a beautiful thoughtful gift. I love her nice even stitches. Happy PPF

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:11

      It's lovely of you to leave your thoughts here too Susan, thank you and, yes, those even stitches by A are to be admired for sure :D) xx

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  15. Faye28 October, 2017 01:58

    The cushion is indeed a very beautiful gift. I recognize the blanket stitch, one of the few I can do successfully! I'm glad you said that parts of this design were soft leather, since I couldn't tell that by the photo. The card you painted provided her with such a gorgeous pattern.

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:12

      Thanks so kindly Faye, I'd suddenly realised my photos weren't doing the details justice :D)
      Lovely to see you again.. cheers and enjoy your weekend xx

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  16. Anne Hagman-Niilola28 October, 2017 04:28

    Lovely! Have a nice weekend;-)

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  17. sheila 7728 October, 2017 05:02

    It's a perfect cushion, beautifully sewn and appliqued. I like the way the leaves fall out of the rectangle. Well done A. Your original painting was something special too.

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:17

      Thanks so much Sheila for your visit and lovely comments. Cheers and best wishes :D) xx

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  18. Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie28 October, 2017 05:10

    What a lovely and thoughtful gift! It looks very soft and comfortable, too. I love hand-made gifts - each stitch or paint stroke made with love <3 xx Karen

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:18

      Hi there Karen, it is very soft, yes, and so nice and supportive against the back. Home-made are just the best aren't they.
      Lovely to have you visit, cheers now :D) xx

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  19. Sandra28 October, 2017 05:20

    Trabalho lindo e colorido. Bom fim de semana. Felicidades.

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:20

      Translation: "Beautiful and colorful work. Good weekend. Cheers."

      Thank you very kindly Sandra, I appreciate your words. Have a happy weekend :D)

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  20. sandy28 October, 2017 06:12

    What a special pillow she made for you. It looks great and even moreso because it was made from your card to her and made with love.

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:22

      Definitely - it was a delightful gift in every way. Thanks for your beautiful thoughts Sandy xx

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  21. denthe28 October, 2017 08:20

    What a beautiful, sweet and thoughtful surprise for you! How kind of her!

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    1. Sue (this n that)28 October, 2017 08:23

      ... absolutely Denthe, and it's given me a real thrill to be able to share her gorgeous work. Thanks so much :D) xx

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  22. Victoria28 October, 2017 09:31

    So super-beautiful and very special she made this for you! Looks gorgeous in your home! The art card is so lovely and charming too! Wonderful post!
    Happy PPF, thanks for your sweet visit too
    Victoria

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 06:53

      Thanks very much Victoria, I agree it does look gorgeous in our home - a lovely pop of colour.
      Lovely to have your visit and I hope you've had a happy PPF :D) Cheers 🎨

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  23. DIMI28 October, 2017 21:50

    Ηello dear Sue!Such a lovely cushion!Gorgeous gift!
    Your friend is so talented!Enjoy your gift!
    Have a happy weekend!
    Dimi...

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 06:54

      Lovely to see you again Dimi - thank you for leaving your thoughts too! I'm so glad you're back in blogland :D) xx

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  24. diane b28 October, 2017 23:15

    How nice to have your Art made into cushion. You are both so arty and creative.

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 06:55

      It was Diane, so very nice. Thanks for popping by and I hope the weather is behaving up in your part of Australia :D) xx

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  25. EAGHL/Granny Annie28 October, 2017 23:21

    Such a beautiful pillow and lovely tribute to your art work.

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 07:19

      Thanks very much Annie, appreciate your visit :D) xx

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  26. John 28 October, 2017 23:37

    The cushion is lovely and what a nice gift to receive.

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 07:20

      Thanks John, it certainly was ... and a lovely surprise too :D)
      Cheers and Happy PPF! 🎨

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  27. eileeninmd29 October, 2017 00:44

    Hello, what a lovely pillow and thoughtful gift. It looks wonderful on your chair. Your nephew's wife is creative and talented. Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend!

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 07:23

      Hi there Eileen, thank you so much.
      Yes she certainly is - and a good cook too, she made a lovely low-carb fruitcake for my darling hubby when we recently visited.
      Have a great weekend too :D) xx

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  28. Debbie29 October, 2017 02:57

    it's just beautiful!! the best gifts are homemade and a daily reminder of someone special!!

    nice to see you today, have a lovely weekend!!!

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    1. Debbie29 October, 2017 02:58

      ooooh and i LOVE the new header, the cosmos are gorgeous!!!

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    2. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 07:27

      They are - well said Debbie!
      It's lovely to see you too - have a really beaut weekend too won't you.
      Thanks re the header ... I enjoy digging out my old photos - those Cosmos certainly loved that spot in the garden, lol, let's face it, Cosmos love any spot in a garden 😊 Bye now xx

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  29. A Colorful World29 October, 2017 04:20

    Oh I just love this beautiful pillow! I have a crewel-work pillow of red and yellow poppies my grandmother made, and I did a seat cushion with a red flower. Your new pillow would match my stuff great! :-)

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 08:15

      Hello Marie, your pillow sounds gorgeous and all the more precious when made by someone you love.
      Thanks for leaving your thoughts :D) xx

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  30. JKW29 October, 2017 04:32

    I love the flow of art thru the family. Fantastic idea and she carried it through beautifully. Thanks for visiting me. Blessings,Janet

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 08:18

      Thanks Janet, yes it was something very creative and most lovely. Cheers and Happy PPF :D) xx

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  31. Debbie Nolan29 October, 2017 05:39

    Dear Sue - what a lovely gift and so well made too. Looks like there is lots of talent in your family. Take care and thanks for sharing. Hugs!

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 08:20

      Appreciate your visit and lovely words Debbie, thanks so much. I hope you're having a really nice weekend:D) xx

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  32. CountryMum29 October, 2017 07:58

    What a wonderful gift. You are one lucky lady.

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    1. Sue (this n that)29 October, 2017 08:20

      Thanks Lynda, it is... and I am for sure :D) xx

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  33. NatureFootstep29 October, 2017 08:44

    how wonderful that is. To share each others gifts in that way :) Lovely!

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 07:18

      Thanks so much Monica, yes it is wonderful indeed :D) xx

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  34. Sallie (FullTime-Life)29 October, 2017 08:54

    A beautiful cushion with a creation story that is even more beautiful. Thank you for sharing both! No wonder you smile each time you see it!

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 07:19

      Always a smile, yes Sallie. Thanks for leaving your happy thoughts too 💐

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  35. DUTA29 October, 2017 10:40

    Lovely, happy colours! A pillow made out of love and respect, and offered as a gift, is always highly appreciated by the receipient. Your nephew's wife is both talented and kind. Lucky you to have someone like her in the family!

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 07:21

      Thank you Duta, very much! We're very lucky and it's been a pleasure to share her kindness.
      Have a lovely week ahead :D) xx

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  36. marijke everythings arty29 October, 2017 15:47

    Thank you Sue for visiting my blog and leaving a comment. It is so nice to connect with creative people around the world. I love the cushion, what a special gift.

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 07:24

      Paint Party Friday brings so many of us together doesn't it :D)
      Thanks for your lovely comment and visit Marijke... see you next Friday! Cheers 🎨

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  37. Barbara30 October, 2017 01:23

    Hello Sue, I can see exactly why you love it it’s beautiful and so thoughtful. Have a lovely week. Hugs Barbara

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 07:25

      Lovely to catch up with you Barbara and I appreciate your sweet comments and visit. Cheers now :D) xx

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  38. Lisabella Russo30 October, 2017 07:37

    Oh it's lovely as is the painting it's inspired by! What a wonderful gift.

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 12:59

      Many thanks Lisa, really appreciate your lovely comments :D) xx

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  39. Teresa30 October, 2017 10:18

    Es muy bonito lo mismo que la tarjeta. Un beso.

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    1. Sue (this n that)30 October, 2017 13:01

      Translation: "It's very nice the same as the card. A kiss."

      How lovely of you Teresa, thank you kindly xx

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  40. Suzanne31 October, 2017 02:00

    It is a beautiful cushion, Sue! It is such a creative way of preserving and saving the lovely gifts we receive, and, the handmade gifts are the most cherished! Hugs to you! ♥

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    1. Sue (this n that)31 October, 2017 07:09

      Thanks so kindly Suzanne. I knew how much A's beautiful gift would be appreciated and admired by others as well as us, it's very cherished. Lovely to see you ... hugs back :D) xx

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  41. Deepa Gopal31 October, 2017 02:16

    Such a lovely sentiment and that's a LOVELY cushion...and to see that it's inspired from your work and seeing it in a different form and medium must be a great feeling! They are special, right! Happy PPF, Sue! :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)31 October, 2017 07:11

      Thanks very much Deepa, it was a hugely special feeling!
      Appreciate you adding your lovely comments. Cheers :D) xx

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  42. Confuzzled Shannon31 October, 2017 05:13

    How sweet. I have never been good with sewing myself but love seeing what others can do. Your card that inspired the cushion is lovely.

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    1. Sue (this n that)31 October, 2017 07:17

      Many thanks Shannon, the creative and artistic ways of each other are always so inspiring - and PPF is such a beaut way to bring everyone together to share these.
      It's been lovely sharing the beauty of A's cushion as well as her imagination.
      Cheers now and have a great week! 😊

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  43. stefanie stark01 November, 2017 04:04

    Oh yes! This is such a lovely and beautiful idea and I love both artworks very much. Your amazing card as well as the cushion! It's fantastic!

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    1. Sue (this n that)01 November, 2017 07:48

      Really appreciate your lovely comments Stefanie - PPF is a great way to share the beautiful things that mean a lot to each of us isn't it. Thanks for popping by :D) 🌻

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  44. Nordljus02 November, 2017 01:22

    What a wonderful gift! How wonderful that she was inspired it from your own card. Both are beautiful works of art.

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 November, 2017 07:37

      Thank you very much - the cushion is so enjoyed every day :D)

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  45. Vicki11 November, 2017 12:24

    Oh my, how beautiful. Not just the cushion, but the love and thoughtfulness behind it. Creativity must run in the family. :)

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    1. Sue (this n that)15 November, 2017 07:38

      It is, thank you Vicki... yes, you've said it :D) xx

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