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Well, there it is...our Christmas (aka "God Jul" in Norsk) card to all of you...to everyone whom my hubby Sayh and I--he pictured in plushie form and me larger than life--love, need, cherish, admire, respect, appreciate, think about, pray for, venerate and even worship (note the eggs painted with icons of St. Nicholas, the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child). It's for all our family, kids, pets, parish, soulsiblings, friends, fans, idols and aquaintances. I added as many of our friends' names--mainly their furry nicks--as I could fit (gleaned from our LJ friends lists, my DA and Sheezy watchlists, and Sayh's watchfor list on FM), and abbreviated as many names as I could in order to fit even more, and it still wasn't even one forth of them. I deeply apologize that I couldn't add them all, but you are all in our hearts and thoughts regardless. And so as not to play favorites, I randomly scattered our closest friends and soulsibs among those I don't know as well (but wish I did) as well as those I idolize who may or may not really know me in return.

(I may color this eventually; I'm not sure yet.) If you can't find your name or initials, then try looking at the large version [link] , or just ask me and I'll tell you if it's on there or not, but I don't want to just post the full list of names because I don't want anyone to feel left out (it was heartwrenching for me to try to choose only a certain number of names from all the ones I had). Anyway, I hope you all like it and understand now just how much you truly mean to us, even if we don't often get the chance to say so, comment, chat or spend as much time with you all as we'd like (there's just not enough time in the day...not when you have kids, work and housechores too). Forgive us for that...and please know that, in spite of our differences of opinion, religion, politics and worldviews, you all decorate our life anyway just be being our friends.

*wingsnugs and loves all of you*
Swan & Sayh
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Comments: 199

y2jenn [2005-05-20 08:42:57 +0000 UTC]

Oh, wow! I'm not at all surprised that this is your most commented-on piece in your gallery. It's such a striking image. There is just so much to take in here! Lovely details, there are so many little things but not too much that it overpowers the figures. I love that this was made for everyone. No wonder it's received so much love. Beautiful piece, hon.

Thanks for takin part in my poll! I'm sorry it took me so long to take a peek at this. I'm not sure I knew what I was getting into when I asked for links.

Again, stunning!

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XianJaguar [2005-02-22 21:32:13 +0000 UTC]

*hugs you*
This is sooo gorgeous. And thank you for including my name.

I am sorry for being so late in getting around to comment on this...I shoulda commented months ago...arrgh. But I am perpetually late for EVERYTHING!!!!!

Thank you again, and God bless you!

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leopardwolf [2005-02-07 07:07:27 +0000 UTC]

You decorate my life more than I decorate yours. You and Sayh both. Thank you for being such wonderful individuals. I'm glad to call you friend, and more.

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trikstar [2005-01-27 06:29:51 +0000 UTC]

you are absolutely amazing.

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pawwwprint [2005-01-14 06:03:12 +0000 UTC]

`ooo intricate -:]

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zebradog [2005-01-06 05:41:12 +0000 UTC]

Oh, gosh! That's a beautiful picture and such a wonderful thought, too- thank you for pointing me to it! (I've been missing so much lately with work, house-moving and the like!) And yes, 'Vivo' is one of the names I go by so it's all good. Whee, thankyou- even though I've seen it so belatedly, this has really made my day!

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luve [2005-01-01 16:15:10 +0000 UTC]

Hey Swan this is wonderful! Sorry I didn't comment earlier..I was on vacation with my family, but when I saw it, it just blew me away. I hope you had a wonderful holiday and thank you so much for sharing this and letting us all be a part of it <3 (the artwork itself goes without saying!)

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AthenaTT [2004-12-30 06:18:19 +0000 UTC]

THERE I AM THERE I AM THERE I AM!!! whoo hoo I see it now thank you!!

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maggock [2004-12-29 06:47:10 +0000 UTC]

Aww, this is so sweet, I had fun looking for my name too!

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AthenaTT [2004-12-27 22:23:47 +0000 UTC]

I love it. I'm glad to finally get a moment to pour over it. I've looked and looked for my name, but never could find it, I know it's there, somewhere... hee hee... you have so many wonderful deviants listed, it's so cool to see all your friends and family listed in such an artistic tribute. Well done.

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skitchbitch [2004-12-27 15:07:30 +0000 UTC]

This is such a lovely and unique idea! I don't think I've evar seen anything quite like it.
Thats such a lovely way to thank all of your friends/watchers, nice idea. =3

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Watergirl [2004-12-27 11:16:21 +0000 UTC]

I like it! no I love it!!!

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evre [2004-12-27 03:31:03 +0000 UTC]

This is a truely beautiful way to spread holiday cheer, and I feel honored to have been included.

Thank you, and happy holidays to you as well! And, er... "glad nytt år?"

Sorry, I don't speak Norwegian really. I spent a few months this summer in Sandefjord, though. I got to see Oslo, Bergen and Alesund as well. Beautiful country.

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Starfallz [2004-12-26 18:43:29 +0000 UTC]

I'm amazed at how much work you put into this peice. Thanks for including me.

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rodrev [2004-12-26 12:00:17 +0000 UTC]

Wow!! That is alot of details!! God jul!

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rodrev In reply to rodrev [2004-12-26 12:17:28 +0000 UTC]

Oh I did not know. Thank you for putting my name on your card. Merry JUL to you and thank you for being my friend

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mehndix [2004-12-25 21:10:24 +0000 UTC]

That's such a cool picture : ) Took some searching ; ) Your work really stuns me.

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nebby [2004-12-25 15:36:23 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for including me that is so sweet. Be looking for something special for you in the near future

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chipset [2004-12-25 12:07:33 +0000 UTC]

Ahh, it's so beautiful and wheeee! There's my name too! <3<3 God Jul Swanie (and Sayh too ofcourse!) and keep an eye out for my (late harrharrr) Christmas card!! ;D

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Sibera [2004-12-25 01:39:52 +0000 UTC]

OMFG!!!! I love this I SO love this!!!! thanks for putting me on there. and dont worry about the misspel. lots of people do that.

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dsw [2004-12-25 00:46:07 +0000 UTC]

This is awesome, swandoggie~ I love how you put all the names in the border. This must have taken a long time.. the detail is stunning.

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Xaxoqual [2004-12-24 13:15:46 +0000 UTC]

Yay, I'm there too! Thank you!

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Nashoba-Hostina [2004-12-24 04:29:04 +0000 UTC]

Oh, my God... thank you so much for including me, you have no idea how much I appreciate it. I mean, the artwork is beautiful (as always) but I just... it really, really brightenes my day. ::Snugs:: Thank you again, I can't say it enough...

You and your husband have a very merry Christmas as well!

~Nash

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rezzit [2004-12-24 04:27:58 +0000 UTC]

Annnnnnnd, I just saw your comment on my Deviant front page. *derrrrrs* Christmas rush has decayed my brain.

Thank you so much for including me... I'm off to put something a little more personal on your LJ. :3

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rezzit [2004-12-24 04:13:33 +0000 UTC]

WOW! 0.0

When I finally saw this (I never see anything in a timely manner anymore, with the computer down,) I immediately made my friend come in here to see it. Absolutely impressive!

Also *cough/akward* is the Rezz in the lower right hand corner short for Rezzit or for someone else's name?

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huskie666 [2004-12-23 16:59:17 +0000 UTC]

wow... that's crazy o.0 *finds name* squee ^.^ *continues to stare...* 8D~
Thank you for including me.. <:3
~~Huskie

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Rugiada [2004-12-23 12:53:43 +0000 UTC]

Wow, it is very beautiful! And so many particulars!

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Eldalosse [2004-12-23 12:52:11 +0000 UTC]

I love the picture, Swansis. You know how to put in so many gorgeous details. I don't know how you make that lovely art.

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thornwolf [2004-12-23 04:57:23 +0000 UTC]

OMG SO CUTE! *feels loved* Thanks Swannie, Merry Christmas to you and Sayh!

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Diadexxus [2004-12-23 02:24:31 +0000 UTC]

Wow.... I am speechless.
Thank you my friend.
HUGS
-J

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missmonster [2004-12-23 01:33:30 +0000 UTC]

GASP! I just saw my name! Aw that makes me feel all special...

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Orena [2004-12-23 00:33:39 +0000 UTC]

This is a wonderful picture, I'm amazed by the amount of detail you've put into it.

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starfinder [2004-12-23 00:32:11 +0000 UTC]

*whistles* Wow! You never cease to amaze me with your intricate detail work. This image is absolutely gorgeous Hehe, and as everyone said, I hope you have a very merry Christmas and a joyful New Year .

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sabarika [2004-12-22 21:24:29 +0000 UTC]

Oh my god.. thank you for including my name.. <3 This is BEAUTIFUL.. truly.. wow!

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neoscottie [2004-12-22 20:58:53 +0000 UTC]

Woah, lotsa names! Writer's cramp?

Yay! I'm in one of the bells! Thank you!

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twira [2004-12-22 20:28:32 +0000 UTC]

I am truly honored to be a part of this... I don't know if there are enough words in existance to justify this amazing picture. Everything about it, the drawing style, the inking, the details... It is flawless, and simply just perfect. It is immensely beautiful, and I cannot thank you enough for making me a part of it...
I hope you will have a terriffic Christmas, Swannie. God Jul.

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klandagi [2004-12-22 19:39:49 +0000 UTC]

Awww! That is SUCH a gorgeous picture! I can't believe you were able to fit all those names on there including mine! *hugs* Thank you so much <3 Just wonderful! ^^

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Queen-of-Greyhounds [2004-12-22 16:16:21 +0000 UTC]

Holy detail!!! X___________X I it I must fav!!!! You draw so perfect and words cannot describe how great you are. I feel honored to bask in your greatness. *bows*

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thefelinecanine [2004-12-22 15:17:31 +0000 UTC]

Wow, the detail! That's really cool. Thanks a lot, and Happy Holidays to you both!!!

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Tawnya [2004-12-22 14:49:50 +0000 UTC]



Wow! Awesome and spasibo! A lot of people! I see many I know! Kibster, Unci, Buran!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your wonderful family my Tavorischa!

<--- Seasons Greetings!

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cornus [2004-12-22 13:15:08 +0000 UTC]

Yay, I found me! *rubs eyes, blinks a few times*

This is incredible, and so sweet. Your patience must be as great as your talent.
Merry Christmas!

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wingedsiamese [2004-12-22 12:28:31 +0000 UTC]

OMG I looked at this before when you uploaded it and totally didn't see my name.
*I was more stareing at your swan form since I adore how you draw birds*
Wow, thankyou I'm so honoured..
Your such a nice talented person. Thankyou alot, it means alot to see this

Which, duuuude this must have taken you ages, look at all the names on this... Wow!

=^,,^-

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Regen [2004-12-22 11:37:27 +0000 UTC]

That's great! God Jul!

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ThrackBlackDragon [2004-12-22 11:13:26 +0000 UTC]

To be honest, I'd have never thought to look for my name on there XD Wow, thanks! Good idea to.. I wonder why no one else did this o.o

Marry christmas!

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SinopaRapax [2004-12-22 11:04:47 +0000 UTC]

hey, I found my name in my first search!!!

merry christmas to you, I'm working on a small present for you also ((it was gonna be a surprise, but I have to tell you after you remembered meee <3 ))

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twospotz [2004-12-22 10:38:00 +0000 UTC]

I'm a little heart on the swan herself. yayness! :-D THANKYOU!

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AquariusWolf [2004-12-22 05:47:46 +0000 UTC]

It's beautiful!

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The-Darkwolf [2004-12-22 00:30:38 +0000 UTC]

That is so wonderfull.... Merry Christmas Little Swandog and to all yours as well.

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ArunaWolf [2004-12-21 17:47:04 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful work and so detailed

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kikinwing [2004-12-21 13:46:41 +0000 UTC]

that is real gud..
nice work Fav+..

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