The Magic Zoo is reinventing itself. My son, David Rosenfield is joining our business. So I thought I’d introduce you early this year. He will be handling the “business end” of things and help maintain the website, track your orders when needed, and so on.
Of course I am still here, and you can always email me personally or even call me on the phone. I’ll be designing some exciting new jewelry in 2021 as well. Be sure and let me know if there is a particular design you are interested in seeing from me!
Last year was a tough one for so many of us. And my heart goes out to each and every one of you who has been ill or lost a loved one.
Sadly, my beloved husband of 44 years passed away from a heart attack in December. Some of you know about this already, but since I consider all of you part of The Magic Zoo family, I’ve decided to make his passing known. If you’ve ever spoken to him personally, you know what a delightful, soft spoken and caring man he was.
The Magic Zoo is continuing. More than ever your emails, comments and orders are appreciated. I am learning how to create email offers all by myself now, so be patient with me while I learn the ropes. I will continue to have offers and updates throughout the year.
And expect a personal call from me from time to time. I really love talking to you on the phone, and actually connecting with you “in person.”
My best wishes for you as the New Year proceeds.
With love from your animal loving artist,
Merry
Hi Mary,
Thank you for sharing your difficult news. I am very sorry for your loss.
You and your son, David, will make a good team and help each other through.
Thank you, Lori. I appreciate your kind words, and I appreciate you as a long-time customer. – Merry
Oh My God Merry, I am so very sorry for your loss of Ed, he was a wonderful man! I meet you both so many years ago when you first started with your clay jewlery – I remember Ed taking my order for my Greyhound tie pin for my husband. He will always be remembered. I have many wonderful pieces that I wear that you have made, I will have you in my prayers!
Thank you, Dr. Merkle. I am so glad you got to meet Ed, a sweet, humble and gentle soul. Also one of the smartest. – Merry
Merry, condolences to you on the loss of your husband. May God bless you and your family and keep you all safe.
It was so nice and unexpected to “meet” you when you personally called last year, and I’m glad you and your son will be continuing the business.
Stay well, Joyce
Thank you, Joyce. Take care, Merry
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how difficult this must be. Please take time for yourself and reach out to us whenever you feel able. I know we all love hearing from you, seeing your adventures in pictures. We also of course love your jewelry creations.
Love and concern,
Carleen (Charlie) Roberts
Carleen, thank you so much for your kind words. I really appreciate that. – Merry
Merry,
I am so sorry for your loss! One day at a time my friend.
Thank you, Cindy. You are so right about one day at a time. – Merry
Merry, sending you our heartfelt sympathy. May the wonderful memories of your time together give you and your family comfort.
Thank you so much, Janet. – Merry
Thank you, Janet. – Merry
Please accept my sincere condolences. May your husband rest in peace and may your memories of the 44 years you shared together bring you comfort.
Thank you for your kind thoughts and words, Denise. – Merry
Hi Merry.
Thank you for sharing such a personal and painful change in your life. As we heard yesterday, it is only through remembering that we heal. Thanks for all the great years of your work! For many years my RVT’s would strive to reach the 10 year mark at our vet practice. We would gift them a gold caduceus to mark this milestone! Glad you are continuing your important work!! All the best, Dr Katheryn Hinkle
So very nice to hear from you, Dr. Hinkle! I am very lucky to have The Magic Zoo. It gives me much comfort to continue creating. And it is so heartwarming to know you are giving your RVTs my vet tech caduceus when they reach the 10 yer mark! If you’ve told me that before, I had forgotten. Warm wishes, Merry
Oh Merry and David,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Husband and Father. What a horrible thing to have happened. We are all so careful with this Covid deal, but never thinking that you could lose him by a Heart Attack. May God Bless you and your Family in this trying time.
Peace and Love,
Mona
Thank you so much Mona for your kind thoughts. – Merry
sorry for you lost,. you and your family in my prayers. good your son is there. tell him good luck.
Thank you, Deb. – Merry
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Tobi (from Animal & Bird Medical Center)
Thank you, Leotta. – Merry
Merry, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. A warm welcome to your son. Having family around is so important, especially during difficult times. Please take care and stay well.
Kathy
So nice to hear from you, Kathleen. Yes, I agree. Family is so very important in tough times. I don’t know what I’d do without David and his sweet wife. – Merry
Dear Merry,
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family all. I join others in wishing you hope in the midst of your sorrow and comfort in the midst of your pain. There is a meaningful poem that has helped us and I am sharing it here: “That wonderful memories are woven in gold, and that this is a picture you will tenderly hold, deep in your heart where your memories are kept – to love, to cherish, never to forget!” Always remember that those we love never go away, they are with us always. Truly, I am happy that your son is home with you! I hold you in my prayers.
it’s me … Penny (from Wisconsin)
Penny, so very nice to hear from you. And thank you for the lovely poem. I very much agree that loved ones are never completely gone. – Merry
Dear Merry,
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family all. I am wishing you hope in the midst of your sorrow and comfort in the midst of your pain. We know, from personal experience, that wonderful memories are woven in gold, and that this is a picture you will tenderly hold … deep in your heart where your memories are kept – to love, to cherish, never to forget! Always remember that those we love never go away, they walk beside us each and every day! It is good to think about this: that those we love can never be more than a thought away, for as long as there is a memory … they live on in our hearts to forever stay. I am happy that your son is home with you! I hold you in my prayers.
it’s me … Penny (from Wisconsin)
I am so sorry for your loss. It must have been especially difficult losing your husband so
unexpectedly. Hope 2021 will bring many blessings to you.
Thank you Janet. Yes, it was very tough. And I hope 2021 is a good year for us all – Merry
I’m so very sorry to learn of your loss, Merry. Your husband was, indeed, a kind and gentle soul. I’m so glad that you have your son with you for support.
Jennifer
Thank you, Jennifer. Yes, he was one of the best. – Merry
I am very sorry for your loss. My husband is a heart attack survivor. There were some scary moments but he got some stents places and has been fine since.
I’m so glad our husband is a survivor. And thank you for your kind words. – Merry
Merry,
I am so sorry to learn about your husband’s death. Holding you and all you loved him in the Light.
Peace,
Helen
Thank you for your kind thoughts, Helen. – Merry
Merry – So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. 2020 was devastating to so many families. I cannot imagine the loss of your husband of so many years and your business partner helping you on your journey of being able to share your artistic designs with so many. I was able to give my niece her beautiful charm bracelet and “cow” charm last weekend as we had to postpone our Christmas celebration until Saturday due to family illness.
I look forward to seeing your new designs and hearing from you.
Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughts, Janet. Yes, 2020 was a year we would all like to forget. The future is the important thing, and I promise to continue creating. – Merry
Dear Merry,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I remember Ed from the conferences in Orlando and he was wonderful to talk to and help you with customers in the booth.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Dr. Pazderski, Thank you so very much. It means a lot that you actually met Ed and remember him fondly. – Merry
Hi Merry, and sympathies for your loss.
I’m glad the Zoo continues. Sometimes I go on just to browse. You called me very recently, an unexpected surprise which I appreciated. I’m glad your son is coming in to help with things. You sounded great, although I know getting used to the new normal is not easy. Best wishes for the future.
Jim T.
Thank you, Jim. The Magic Zoo is really a saving grace now, as it keeps me very occupied and continuing to create. – Merry
So sorry for your loss.
Thank you so much, Dr. Littlefield. I appreciate that. Merry
My heart aches for the loss of your dear husband. May memories of him always be a blessing.
I am glad that your son will now join you in business. Family is everything!
Thank you, Cheryl. – Merry
WOW! I’m so sorry for your loss. I know there’s nothing I can say to ease your pain but just know we’re thinking about you. I’m glad your son has joined you though. I’m sure that must be a huge help.
-Julie
Thank you, Julie. Yes, my son is wonderful and great to work with. – Merry
Mary, I’m so sorry. I looked forward to seeing both of you at every animal meeting I could attend! I’m so glad you will continue making your beautiful jewelry.
Thank you, Lee. I have no plans to retire from creating. It really keeps me going now. – Merry
Dear Merry,
Please accept my sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Yes, I’ve spoken with your husband over the phone when I first inquired about ordering my little gold Bichon pendant. He was very nice to me, very friendly and polite. You’re far from me…I’m in southwestern corner of Penna., 60 miles south of Pittsburgh. but I feel your hurt in my heart. Your son will be a great help to you in your business and grief. Take care and know others are thinking of you and your family at this sad time. If I ever get out in your area, I’ll look you up. I have a niece in San Diego which I visited when I went on a Jazz cruise that left from San Diego to Mexico. I flew from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina where I lived for 15-20 yeqrs after my husband passed, to San Diego then. You live in a beautiful part of U.S. Youll get thru this sad time, Meryy, but remember time helps and your wonderful work designing jewelry of animals is a gift to all of us. Please take care of yourself and stay well.
With love,
Joanne Schiffbauer, kitty, Triste’, kitty, CiCi, and my dear, dear puppy Bichon Frise, Elese, named after a jazz singer Elise Regina from Rio de Janiero, Brazil.
It is so nice to hear from you, Joanne! It was a joy to meet you on the phone, and get to know a bit about you and your life. Take care of yourself, and thank you so much for the kind thoughts. – Merry
I am so sorry for your loss. Did he go to veterinary conferences with you? I remember a kind man at your booth. Sending love and healing your way.
Yes, that kind man was my Ed. Thank you so much for your kind words and healing thoughts. – Merry
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort. So happy to see that your son has joined your business.
Sincerely,
-Wanda
Thank you, Wanda. – Merry
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be reunited in Heaven!
Thank you, Shirley. – Merry
Dearest Mary,
Tim & I are saddened for you & your family’s loss of Ed. He is a wonderful being and will be missed by all who were lucky to have met him in any capacity. I so very much appreciate you letting us know.
Welcome, David!
Love, Betty & Tim
Hi Betty. Thank you so much. Ed truly is special. I’m glad you got to know him when we lived in Clearwater. Love, Merry
So sorry to hear about your husband. I lost my husband of 32, years at 58 do I understand how you are feeling. Glad you have a son to be there for you.
Thank you, Debbie. Yes, you truly understand what it is like, and I appreciate your kind thoughts. – Merry
Merry, I am so sorry to hear of your sweet husband’s passing. Please know that even though I do not know exactly how you feel, my heart aches for you all the same. Sending you so much love all the way from North Carolina.
Thank you, Dana. – Merry
p.s. used to collect pigs, it’s pit bulls now…duh…
Soooo sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. You are blessed to have such a supportive son, family and friends.
Thank you, Barb. Yes, I am blessed for sure. – Merry
Dearesst Merry, I’m so so sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband..I”m glad you have your son to help you through hard times. I wished I lived closer so I could visit you…it’s so funny, I have one siilver pig earring and then one copper one. Lord only knows where the others are lol…I have the lapel pin you sent me up on my jewelry board and think of you lots of times..Just waiting to get a bit more cash hahahah. Blesssings to you sweet lady and family as well
Gayle the pig lady xoxoxo
Ah, thank you so much, Gayle. BTW, if you ever want to replace the earrings lost, let me know and I can help! – Merry
Merry, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am so glad your son is joining the Magic Zoo.
Thank you so much, Dr. Peck. – Merry
Belated sympathy wishes to your heart. That is one of the greatest losses we go through.
Art and creativity are wonderful outlets to pour ourselves into when we are grieving.
My prayers go to you for comfort and healing. You are blessed to have your son to help you. May he be blessed as well.
Thank you for your sweet message. You are completely right about creativity helping with the grieving process. I have definitely experienced that. – Merry
Soooo sorry to hear of your loss. Heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. You are blessed to have such a supportive son, family and friends.
I am indeed lucky to have my family and my friends. Thank you, Barb. – Merry
I’m so sorry to hear about your husband! My heart aches for you.
I appreciate that so much, Moira. – Merry
I’m so sorry, Merry. My heart goes out to you and your family. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Anneliese, so nice to hear from you. And thank you. – Merry
I (and your team here in Rhode Island) think about you every day…..
RIP Ed….he was a soft spoken person with a lot of information about myriad topics…..
Joanne, Georgette and Melissa
xo
Oh, thank you Joanne. You and your team are the best. I’m so sorry you’ve shared the same loss recently. Love, Merry
So sorry for your loss and the emptiness in your daily life. May the business and you friends surround you with love.
Thank you, Anna. I appreciate your thoughts so much. – Merry
So sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing
He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. So many wonderful memories. Thank you for your thoughts- Merry
My heart goes out to you, Merry. Will keep you in my thoughts.
Thank you so much, Melody. – Merry