Birthday Wishes

Hi there,

I would like to share with you the card I made yesterday for the
challenge over at The Shabby Tea Room .  This card is also for a challenge
at Tuesday Morning Sketches.  Here is the lovely photo inspiration we
were to follow for The Shabby Tea Room...

This challenge was right up my alley, because I love working with kraft and
cream colors!  I had a doily that I bought from Amish country a couple years
ago and knew it would be perfect for this card.  I also got out my needle, floss,
and aida cloth and did some stitching to add a layer of interest.  I cut part
of the doily and added tiny flowers in the center beside the beautiful large
Prima flower.  Ribbon with a fab Tim Holtz button, sewing,
and gems to finish off the card.  And. the super sketch we were to follow
from Tuesday Morning Sketches....



Whatever you have planned for today and the weekend I hope ya have

a great one!  Take care and thanks so much for visiting here today! 

*Stay tuned for tonight I will be drawing the name of one lucky winner

of my blog candy!*

Supplies: 

Paper:  Kraft Outlet, Close to My Heart, K&Company, Martha Stewart

Stamp:  SU

Ink:  SU(Crumb Cake)

Die Cuts:  K&Company

Aid Cloth, Floss:  Jo-Ann Fabric

Doily:  My Stash

Flower:  Prima

Ribbon:  SU(Vanilla, Crumb Cake)

Twine:  PTI

Button:  Tim Holtz



Shadow...

Hi Friends!

Just wanted to share a few photos of our dog, Shadow. 

He loves going for a ride in my husband's truck.

Shadow knows when my husband gathers up the

recyclables it's time for a truck ride!

Here's Shadow saying...awww... come on...

open the door already!:-)

And, here is the big guy all happy in the back

seat waiting for my husband to start

up the truck to have a fun ride...

vrooom vroom!

**Also, I just want to remind you that tomorrow

is the final day to comment for the blog candy!**

Thanks for dropping by today!  Take care,

hugs!



Happy Birthday!

Hi Friends!

*Just a reminder before this Friday, August 10th, please leave a comment
for my blog candy!  Good luck!*

I just wanted to share a simple birthday card I made for my nephew, Curtis.
Here is a photo of Curtis and me at his first year birthday party last year.

 He's a little sweetheart!  And, he is a big boy!  I would not be able to
carry him around for very long.  He lives about two hours away, so
we don't see him very often.  They grow up so fast.  I miss him, the
little darling!

Speaking of children, I'm an aunt again!  My sister just told me today
that she is a Grandma once again.  She has four grandchildren now.
Her son Tim and daughter-in-law, Lydia, welcomed a little girl into the
world today.  What a blessing!  I'm going to have to get my back into
shape to carry and hold these little ones...hehehe! 

Well, I think I'll go and watch some olympics before going to bed.
Aren't they exciting?!  I love watching all the sports for the olympics.
I can't really say I have a favorite one to watch.  Do you have a
favorite one?  Thanks so much for stopping by today!  I appreciate
all your support and sweet comments!  Take care, hugs!!!

Supplies:

Paper:  Recollections, DCWV
Stamp:  SU
Ink:  SU(Black)
Twine:  Martha Stewart
Accessories:  Cricut, dimensionals

Thank you...

Hi Friends,

Just an update on my back condition.  I got an MRI last week and saw the doctor
yesterday.  I have two bulging discs in my back.  It was not what I wanted to
hear to say the least.  I work as a nurse.  My boss is great in accomodating my
condition.  My co-workers are wonderful also.  I'm sure they will help me when
needed regarding lifting.  I feel as if my world is turned upside down.  Also, the
doctor told me not to bowl this season.  I am an avid bowler.  I have bowled for
years.  My teammates and I go to at least two bowling tournaments every year. 

Anyways, I know I must care for my back and heal.   I need to concentrate on
healing and getting better.   And, I certainly know it could be worse.  So, please
continue to  keep me in thought and prayer!  I thank you for your support...
blogging friends....take care, hugs!!!