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On June 13th, my mom Patricia Ann Stevens lost her battle with cancer at the age of 61. Its had a profound effect on me already. We were as close as a mom and son can be I think. Always have been. She wasn't just a wonderful mother..she was my most trusted friend. I don't know if I'll ever fully believe that she's gone. It's been devastating. I spent almost every waking moment of her last month in the hospital with her. It's a terrible thing to watch someone you love so much slowly die. It's a helpless feeling. When she finally did pass, it was something I hated to hear and something I was relieved to hear. Her struggle was over at last. Now, I'm just trying to pick up the pieces. It's been as difficult to do as I imagined it would be. The last thing on my mind is my work these days. As much as I want to create, my hearts just not in it yet. I require peace of mind when I create and my mind hasnt had any peace in months now. This is the only thing I've managed to do so far. I did it for her, so I hope she likes it.Please forgive the tone of this. It's an honest note on how I'm feeling and what I felt while working on this piece. I hope I can be back to doing what I love soon and have new stuff to share eventually. It will just take some time.
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This is so awesome...I've had this pic as my desktop for months now, figure I'd at least leave a comment letting you how awesome it is...its pretty awesome
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This is absolutely gorgeous.Β I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's passing.Β I can only guess at the grief and sense of loss that accompanies such a tragedy, and I wouldn't wish even my incomplete idea of such a feeling on anyone.Β Obviously I didn't know your mother, but I can't imagine any person that wouldn't be deeply touched byΒ being represented so beautifully.Β I truly hope this past year has been one of healing.Β Obviously you're still creating and I am among many that are thankful for that.Β
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I appreciate that. Thank you.
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You bet.Β Stay strong brother.
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This is a beautiful piece and a wonderful tribute to your mother. Sorry for your loss.
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It is stunning! We extend our deepest condolences on your loss, and highest regard for your work as one of the most amazing artists we have encountered.
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Hang in there. Chris. I know how difficult it is. But eventually, as time goes by, the world seems just a little bit brighter. Love this piece and your note.
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I just happen to see this piece on a random search and I think it's amazing that you and your mom had such a relationship. Even through the hard, and sometimes impossible times. it seems to me that you guys were growing closer and closer. You are the best Chris.
From the Mallon family, may god bless you and yours.
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I am sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure that she loves this wonderful painting. It is such a warm and beautiful image. I feel for your final time with your mother. I understand what you have been going through. I have been living in the hospital with my son for the past 4 + months while he tries to hang on long enough to receive a new heart. We have almost lost him twice now, and the road gets harder each day. It's hard to think about other things in your life but your peace will return in time. It has to right. Painting pieces like this is a good start. Paint what is inside you when you can and things will find their way.
-MΒ
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It's terrible when somebody so close dies. My father dies 3 years ago and I'm still struggling... I spend almost a year not knowing what to do... and still today when I think in that time Istill got this feelings of anger, frustration, and sadness...
Big hug man...
M.
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Not sure how I missed this before, but my condolences on losing your Mom to cancer.Β It's how I lost my Dad 5 years ago and I know a little bit about how hard it is.Β Time passed helps ease the pain for those of us left behind, but only a little.Β Hope things get better for you moving forward Chris.Β God bless.
Scott Β
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The twisting limbs look great, and the colours are beautiful.
Great image.
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Cancer is a nasty illness.
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this is an absolutely beautiful piece and after reading your description the mood and feeling are bang on . it feels like a true sunset on a stark and hostile terrain
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My condolences for your loss.
But the piece is absolutly beautiful.
I am sure she would have loved it.
Thank you for sharing.
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I am lucky enough to have a cancer-survivor mom, but I _sort_ of understand what you went through during that time when you don't know if she's going to make it. Stupid disease has taken away some relatives from me, too... so when I saw this, at first I though "what a beautiful painting" but after reading your story, I felt even more moved by it. You did an AMAZING job here, it clearly shows how much you care for her. Be strong and keep up the awesome work, my friend.
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This is a truly beautiful piece, lost for words reading the description. Hope you are doing as okay as possible, sympathies to you and your family <3
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My dad passed the second of May this year after having been diagnosed two months earlier with adenocarcinoma, that we thought was stage 1, but was actually stage 4. All the best medicine, and all the best doctors, in the world just can't save everybody everytime, and it's especially hard when that person they can't save is your loved one. Months later, and I'm still fighting the urge to call him on his cell phone, or text him pictures of what I'm working on, but it's getting...easier to bear. It's a process, that's for sure. But once you realize that you're capable of living again, fully, life gets a little less dark. I promise.
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This is pretty awesome it shows how much passion was put into this pic , great work
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I'm so sorry to have just read this news Chris, my heart goes out to you. The sentiment in your message is so touching, my deepest condolences to you and your family, be well..............
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It's a beautiful piece. I'm sure your mother loves it. Keep strong and God bless going through the healing process.
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its a beautiful piece and I'm sure she would/does like it. art from the heart takes time and effort to create and you're right, you have to be in the right place to do it. sorry for your loss man. thank you for sharing your artwork with us.
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Having worked with cancer patients before back when I worked in palliative care, I know it's a horrible way to die. And it's not easy to handle losing somebody so close to you. I hope she got the help she needed and had as much comfort, physical and psychological that they could give her. My condolences to you and the rest of those who have suffered because of her passing.
The art is lovely with much feeling in it.
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My sincerest sympathies and condolences. This is a beautiful and touching piece. So grateful that you have the courage and grace to share this with us.
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you are in my thoughts and my prayers....this is a Β beautiful and heartfull piece!!!!
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Hey bro, I also lost my girlfriend and mother of my child to cancer on April 20th this year. You're so right about how painful it is to watch someone you love pass so slowly without being to do anything to help him/her. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. Stay strong man, your artwork is truly amazing!
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People often find it odd that I have such a good relationship with my parents. Β I've met a few people who do and I always seem to connect well with them.
I've been watching you awhile and this is my first comment, a bit belated because what I noticed was your thank-you journal post. Β But I just wanted to say that I am touched by your words and your work. I cannot imagine how you must feel after losing your mother as I cannot begin to describe how I would feel if I lost mine.Β
- Sierra
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Chris...man Β sorry to hear that. I lost mine a couple years ago and it devastated me. I dont know how I didnt hear about you an what happened..at least in the Deviations.Β
My very best to you and your family and condolences.Β
Stay well buddy and find your way back to better days.Β
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It looks amazing.
Happy thoughts during your hard times.
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I must say I actually added this to my favorites before I read the post. Hadn't even seen the title, though I'd read the relevant journal.
It's nice that it's both sentimentally touching as much so as impressive in terms of rendition.
Also, obviously, all my condolences.
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Chris, I can only imagine what you are going through, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. Try to remember all the love she gave you all the many yers and pass her love onto others, that is the legacy of those that mean the most to us. I think the piece of art you did for her is beautiful. Stay strong, my thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Rich Cirillo
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I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family have my deepest condolences.
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I know the feeling all to well, I lost a loved one only a few weeks after your mother. I've been meaning to make a tribute for her but I still haven't been able to, I've made art but its almost been to hard to think about to even begin it. My loved one went through the same issue with cancer so trust me I get it and I am truly sorry. The only way I've been able to make new art is because its what she would have wanted me to do and even though its been hard its the best way I can honor her. I can imagine creating this was both painful and soothing in a way. It's cliche' but just have to take it one step at a time man, one step at a time.
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Sorry, to hear of your loss, we will ppray for you and yours, peace.
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Beautiful piece, beautiful note, beautiful memories. Wishing you the best.
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Well you should be at piece now other than legal issue you have to deal with. Because she's not suffering anymore.
I lost my mom to lung cancer.. But we didn't have the same relationship you did, was a rocky relationship. I was glad when she passed on because I knew she wasn't suffering anymore. That chemo therapy tears people up.
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Very sorry to hear your loss Chris, and what a wonderful tribute both in word and art.
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