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Author Topic: What a real black swan looks like!  (Read 1350 times)

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Offline ahremck

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What a real black swan looks like!
« on: March 21, 2012, 02:57:48 AM »
I commissioned Mark Eliott (Wild Ibis Glass) of Sydney to make me a Black Swan in memory of my wife, Meyance.  I think he has done a wonderful job and for all the bird lovers out there I am posting this item.

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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2012, 03:55:50 AM »
Ross, what a beautiful thought. My deepest sympathy at this time.
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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #2 on: March 21, 2012, 04:46:37 AM »
Beautiful.

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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #3 on: March 21, 2012, 05:02:12 AM »
A beautiful tribute. I'm sorry that you lost her. She must have been something.
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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2012, 07:01:47 AM »
Ross that is stunning as i am sure your wife was . Deepest sympathy in your sad loss , the Black Swan has always been one of my favourite birds . jp

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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #5 on: March 21, 2012, 08:00:12 AM »
I'm sorry to hear your news Ross.  Your swan is very beautiful. 
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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2012, 12:25:31 PM »
A beautiful tribute indeed.
My deepest condolences for your dreadful loss.
I hope the swan will always remind you of the good times and bring you happiness.
Cheers, Sue M. (she/her)

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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #7 on: March 21, 2012, 12:34:13 PM »
A lovely memorial. Very sorry to hear of your loss {{}}

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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #8 on: March 21, 2012, 01:58:48 PM »
Ross that is quite beautiful and a lovely memorial to your dear wife. My deepest sympathy to you. {{{{{{hugs}}}}}
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Re: What a real black swan looks like!
« Reply #9 on: March 21, 2012, 02:11:19 PM »
A beautiful thought Ross, Mark Eliott has indeed done a wonderful job, thank you for sharing.

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