Monday, December 29, 2014

Happy Birthday!

 
 
Hi there!
 
I hope your Christmas was wonderful!  It was filled with great memories and a delicious dinner.  Quite small compared to years past, but still a time to treasure!
 
 
On Christmas Eve, we went to the midnight candlelight service.  Our son, Jeremy, played his song "Winter Solstice" before the service.  It's a song he composed when he was a sophomore in high school.  He also played a song on the organ after the service, which was "Toccata in F Major" by Bach.  We are truly blessed with so many musicians in our church.  At the end of the service, we all have a lit candle and sing "Silent Night".  It is the most peaceful amazing tradition each year.  I wouldn't want to miss it for it is so very special!
 
 
A small family dinner with Randy's Mom.  Most of his family is now living in Arizona.  Maybe one day we will go there for Christmas!:-)  My husband was so helpful with the dinner and made a delicious turkey.  He even set the table, but he forgot the table cloth, but that's OK. :-)  My family doesn't get together for Christmas dinner for there is just so many.  But, my sisters did get together on 12-14-14 for Christmas and to celebrate my one sis's birthday on 12-13-14.  Here is a pic with my sisters...
 
 
OK, are you still with me?  Are you wondering where my birthday card is for the challenge?:-)  Thank you for reading my long post.  Here is my card, which I made for a lady at our church who will soon be turning "90"!


All stamps used are from Paper Sweeties...Party Time (cake, balloons) with coordinating dies Sweet Cuts-Party Time.  Alphas-Upper Case (numbers 9,0) stamp set used for numbers on the cake, border, and banner.  The banner die is from the set Sweet Cuts-Be Happy.  And, the sentiment is from the stamp set Occasions.  The border punch is from Martha Stewart and the ribbon is from Jo-Ann Fabric.  I'm entering this card over at Seize the Birthday. 

Thanks so much for dropping by today.  Take care and have a great week!

Hugs,
Maria

14 comments:

  1. Such a festive look... perfect for such a special birthday!
    Thanks for joining us at Seize the birthday!

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  2. Your birthday card is so fantastic, Maria, and so fun! It's been a pleasure finally getting a chance to visit with you! The photos are great and I loved that you shared them. I have four sisters, too! I'm so glad your Christmas was wonderful (the turkey looks divine!) and musical and I wish you all the best in the new year!! Hugs, Darnell

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  3. Wonderful photos, Maria! Your holiday celebrations sound wonderful. We also had a small dinner at home with my parents, our son and his girlfriend; however, for some reason, there have been nonstop get-togethers since then. Usually, it's much quieter for us! I'm glad I took time off from work! I love the beautiful birthday card you created! The details are fantastic. Happy New Year!

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  4. SO fun to see your holiday photos, Maria! What a great looking group you are. You must be SO proud of your son! :)
    Your card is uh-dorable! So festive with the cake and balloons. I absolutely love how you stamped the 90 all around the edge. I know your friend will love this!

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  5. Lovely card and great photos ... sounds like you had a wonderful Christmas!

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  6. Maria, a lovely post thank you so much for sharing your Christmas with us. What a special time you had. Love the birthday card with that big cake!

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  7. Maria, awesome pictures and a wonderful story about your Christmas tradition...thank you for sharing it. and thank you for the awesome card...WOW , 90 is certainly something to celebrate! You are too sweet! Hope 2015 is a blessed and peaceful year for you and your family! Happy New Year!

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  8. Your birthday card is so special! Love all the details! Your friend is going to love it! And thanks for sharing your lovely Christmas photos with us! You are truly blessed! Happy 2015!

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  9. Your card is such a happy card :) great photos too !

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  10. Happy New Year, Maria! May 2015 bring you lots of wonderful things!

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  11. Maria, what beautiful pictures to accompany beautiful memories! It sounds like your holidays are always filled with the sweetest blessings. Thank you for sharing them with us. :o)

    Your card is gorgeous! The bright colors and sparkling accents are so pretty and I love how you personalized it for her milestone birthday! Such a wonderful card design, too. Lovely creation! :o)

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  12. Beautiful family pictures, Maria--thanks for sharing. I have wonderful memories of a Christmas Eve candlelight service when we visited my grandparents as a kid. What a perfect, festive card for your 90 yr old friend!

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  13. Congrats on your win at Seize the Birthday, Maria!

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  14. Congrats on your win, Maria and thanks for sharing your special X-mas with us!!

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