9/9 OT Had a bead made for Gussie

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

Hi all
Just wanted to do a quick share of a bead I had made with some of Gussies ashes. I found an amazing artist on ETSY who wasn't charging four paws and a tail to do these beautiful beads.
Anyway, I think it is gorgeous ( tho prejudiced I'm sure!, it is all after all Gussie)
Set it with some findings and another bead I had squirreled away in my cupboard. Gussies bead is the large one the photo doesn't really do it justice..it is intricate, complex and beautiful, just as Gussie was

Surf safely LL Sugar Cats, make it a good day for your Beans!
Prayers for an Irma who decides to turn around and go away...
And for those in Tx and Irmas sights, prayers and hugs

 

[Wendy&Neko]

You find the most amazing artists Leslie. Good to hear from you.

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

You find the most amazing artists Leslie. Good to hear from you.

Thanks Wendy! It's really nice to be back amongst family here
I kind of stumbled on this gal and she was amazing. Strange thing, when I sent her Gussies picture and story, she was shocked. You see, she had a big orange cat who could have been Gussies dopplegänger, and his name was...Gus! She shared a photo with me...seems meant to be that she did Gussies bead. Her Gus was at the bridge too. There is something so comforting about the feel of the glass on my heart...and I lucked out already having the findings to make it wearably unique!!
Good to see you Wendy!!

 

[tiffmaxee]

It's beautiful!

 

[StephG]

It's beautiful. What a wonderful way to hold him close.

 

[carfurby (GA)]

It's gorgeous. How perfect the artist had an orange Gus too.

 

[Susan&Felix(GA)]

Wow, what an amazing idea. And it turned out beautifully.

And I'm sure to find many uses for "charging four paws and a tail."

 

[Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey]

I think it is just wonderful, and so appropriate for Gussie - one of a kind!

Glad you are doing well, Les. It's been nice to see you on the Board again. We've missed you!

 

[Gill & George]

I love Gussie's bead Les, it's beautiful, just like your boy.


Nice to see you on the board too.

 

[Girlie's mom]

Leslie, I'm so sorry for your loss. But the bead that you had made - that's so, so beautiful! I've looked for ways to keep ashes or even some fur made into something when it's that time for Girlie so that I could feel her close to me, still. What a beautiful, beautiful idea...

 

[rhiannon and shadow (GA)]

There are just so many neat creative things on etsy. I shop there all the time.
The bead is wonderful.

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

Thanks all! Some may remember I had a ring made..it just worries me that the stone will pop off and I'll lose it and the Gussie things incorporated into it...I have a really high track record of losing precious things...

I had had beads made for my other two cats Buster and Jett Sr. ( bottle fed siblings I had from 3weeks to 21 and 19) and knew I wanted one for Gussie, just had not found the artist yet. It had to be special, I mean really special.. For me, the feel of the weight of the bead and the way glass warms to your skin is a really tangible connection to the being who is a part of it.
Thank you all for liking it! Gussie would be pleased! He was one of a kind, and I miss him something fierce. Irascible, do it on his own terms, wonderful cat.
I will write a tribute when I can, I promise! I'm just not there yet...
So I will raise a glass to my boy instead..( hee hee that's a double entendre as his bead is glass! I think I got sun stroke working on my patio, sorry)
Thanks allfor all the support you have always given and for taking my boy into your hearts the way you did..was a heck of a wild roller coaster ride we took together

 

[LizzieInTexas]

Beautiful. Just like Gussie and his mama.

 

[Chubba (GA)]

What a wonderful idea to keep him close and so beautiful!

 

[Beth 73]

....no words, Les ...

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

....no words, Les ...

 

[Tracey&Jones (GA)]

That is a gorgeous necklace!

 

[Bobbie And Bubba]

So beautiful this bead!!!!! Thank you for sharing this and your sweet boy who we all miss but, not as much as you, Leslie.

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

E="Bobbie And Bubba, post: 2038819, member: 12895"]So beautiful this bead!!!!! Thank you for sharing this and your sweet boy who we all miss but, not as much as you, Leslie. [/QUOTE]

(((((Aw @Bobbie And Bubba ))))
You're gonna make me cry you keep that up
I miss you guys too, Lots.
Hope Bubba feels better, gotta keep the king on his mount!
Think of Bubba each time I check Jett's eye.
Here's his latest leopard look...I'm a bit nervous about our next check up. It's starting in his so far good eye too..

Big Hugs,
Les

 

[Taffysmama]

Hi all
Just wanted to do a quick share of a bead I had made with some of Gussies ashes. I found an amazing artist on ETSY who wasn't charging four paws and a tail to do these beautiful beads.
Anyway, I think it is gorgeous ( tho prejudiced I'm sure!, it is all after all Gussie)
Set it with some findings and another bead I had squirreled away in my cupboard. Gussies bead is the large one the photo doesn't really do it justice..it is intricate, complex and beautiful, just as Gussie was
View attachment 30894


Surf safely LL Sugar Cats, make it a good day for your Beans!
Prayers for an Irma who decides to turn around and go away...
And for those in Tx and Irmas sights, prayers and hugs

How gorgeous!

 

[Tuxedo Mom]

How beautiful and special..just as Gussie will always be.

 

[Bronx's dad (GA)]

That is awesome Les. You keep finding great ways to keep Gussie so close to your heart

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

What a beautiful way to keep Gussie close to your heart.

 

[Doodles & Karen]

Very pretty and unique just like your handsome boy. I'm afraid of losing Doodles pendant too so don't wear it to often. Lots of

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

Very pretty and unique just like your handsome boy. I'm afraid of losing Doodles pendant too so don't wear it to often. Lots of

S to you too Karen..give Leo a scritch for me

 

[Dyana]

Love Gussie's glass bead. It's so very beautiful, and intricate. That's awesome that it warms when worn next to your heart.
Thanks for visiting

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

Love Gussie's glass bead. It's so very beautiful, and intricate. That's awesome that it warms when worn next to your heart.
Thanks for visiting

Thanks Dyana! Missed you guys!

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

Such a beautiful bead for Gussie! I'm so glad you found the perfect artist. I'm a retired lampwork beadmaker myself (combination of induced tendonitis and burn out), but I don't think I'd ever have the courage to try capturing the essence of love the way this artist was able to do for you.

 

[Red & Rover (GA)]

It is absolutely gorgeous, Les.

 

[suki & crystal (GA)]

What a beautiful way to remember your very special boy, close to your heart always

 

[Gussie's mom (GA)]

Such a beautiful bead for Gussie! I'm so glad you found the perfect artist. I'm a retired lampwork beadmaker myself (combination of induced tendonitis and burn out), but I don't think I'd ever have the courage to try capturing the essence of love the way this artist was able to do for you.

Aw thanks Amy..I took a couple of glass classes, and once I did, I had a whole new appreciation of artists who work in that medium! It is not easy!
She really did do a beautiful job!

 

[Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)]

Les, that necklace is so beautiful, just like Gussie! Your boy surely loves being so close to your heart. He is smiling down from the Bridge.

Great to see you. And thanks for visiting Rusty's condo.

 

[HWright]

Kare Les, ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

 

[Squalliesmom]

Les, Gussie's bead is gorgeous, as is the whole necklace! A perfect tribute to a very special, unique kitty. How perfect that the beadmaker also had a big, orange Gus, seems like it was meant to be! When his bead warms next to your heart, you can be assured that is the warmth of the love you and Gussie will always share.

 

[Marilyn and Sheldon]

Beautiful. In every way.

 

[Kathy and TiTi]

Hi all
Just wanted to do a quick share of a bead I had made with some of Gussies ashes. I found an amazing artist on ETSY who wasn't charging four paws and a tail to do these beautiful beads.
Anyway, I think it is gorgeous ( tho prejudiced I'm sure!, it is all after all Gussie)
Set it with some findings and another bead I had squirreled away in my cupboard. Gussies bead is the large one the photo doesn't really do it justice..it is intricate, complex and beautiful, just as Gussie was
View attachment 30894


Surf safely LL Sugar Cats, make it a good day for your Beans!
Prayers for an Irma who decides to turn around and go away...
And for those in Tx and Irmas sights, prayers and hugs

Oh my God, Leslie. That's gorgeous, and intricate.