Long time - no blog... LOL

Well, illness-wise things have seemed to settle down here. No stomach ailments since last Wednesday. My allergy/sinus issues have returned now though... along with the snow! BLECH! We had 50-60 degree weather most days for the past week, and in the last 3 have dropped below 40 again. We got about 3-4 inches here between yesterday and this morning. As Dad said - it wouldn't have mattered what day he decided to leave - that would be the day it snowed!

I left work at 2 yesterday to drive Dad down to the airport in Syracuse. His flight was supposed to leave for the first leg at 4:45, but there was a hold-up because the plane was late getting in. He got to JFK at about 6:30pm, and arrived in Salt Lake City at 12:40am - a half hour early! LOL

I'm off work for the next 3 days, and *hope* to get a lot accomplished. Micaila has half-days today and tomorrow though with Friday off so we'll see. Later today I'll be sending through info to Kristine to get 2 packs of overlays, 3 mini kits, and 3 paperpacks into her store. (Ready, Kris?? LOL)

I have a boat-load of layouts to share...

Title: Photographs & Memories

Credits:
Papers and elements (including wordart) from the March 365 Kit by Karla Marano of Karla's Kaleidoscope Designs.
Photo by me.

Product Link:
http://divinedigital.com/boutique/product.php?productid=10327
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Title: the Perfect pinecone

Credits:
Paper, alpha, and elements from the In My Pocket Kit by JanaM Designs available at The DigiChick.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Poilet Taper

Product Link:
http://www.thedigichick.com/shop/product.php?productid=19628
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Title: Welcome to My World

Credits:
Worn, dotted papers from the GGI Pretty Pastel Dotted Paper Pack by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Other papers and elements from the Tutti Frutti Kit by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Template from the Keep It Simple Templates 1 by Connie Prince; Digidiva Designs.
Photo by my friend Sara. (Of her grandson, Anson.)
Fonts: Prime Minister of Canada

Product Links:
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22272
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22196
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=20271
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Title: April Showers

Credits:
"April" circle from the Save the Date 1 Pack by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Papers and other elements from the Desperately Seeking Spring Kit by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
JDL Template by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Photo by me.
Fonts: bulkyRefuse Type

LO completes the Just a Start Challenge at Just Digi Layouts.

Product Links:
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22268
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=21799
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Title: a small glimpse...

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Star Bright Kit by ISKRAP Designs.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Freestyle Script

Product Link:
http://scrapbird.com/shop/index.php?...roducts_id=755
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Title: burning sunset

Credits:
Background from the Jaded Paper Pack by Kiki Halbert Designs available at Inspiration Lane.
Peach paper from the Just Peachy Paper Pack by Kiki Halbert Designs available at Inspiration Lane.
Frame from the Crack Me Up Frame Pack by Kiki Halbert Designs. (hue altered)
Ribbon and string from the Flutterby Kit by Kiki Halbert Designs available at Scrapbook-Elements.
Photo by me.
Fonts: the King & Queen font

Product Links:
http://inspiration-lane.com/boutique/product.php?productid=17217
http://inspiration-lane.com/boutique/product.php?productid=17219
http://store.scrapbook-elements.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=&products_id=16098
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Title: signs of Spring

Credits:
Papers, alpha, and elements from the Spring Watercolors Kit by Designs by Kristine.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Waking the Witch
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Title: Companions

Credits:
Frame cluster from the I've Been Framed 03 Kit by Royanna Fritschmann; Studio Ra.
Paper and other elements from the Spring Out Celebration Kit by Royanna Fritschmann; Studio Ra.
Photo by me.
Fonts: PIG; GG Herb Script

Journaling:
The two of you have been together since the beginning... Grampy was there when you were born, spent many days in the following weeks with us, and became your babysitter when I returned to work 4 weeks after you were born.

I always felt I had a close relationship with my Grampy, but it was no where near what the two of you have. I know Grampy will have more hours to fill in his day when you start kindergarten in the fall which will mean less time together for you, but I hope you have many more years to learn from him. Treasure the time you have, and hold it close to your heart.

Product Links:
http://divinedigital.com/boutique/product.php?productid=10632
http://divinedigital.com/boutique/product.php?productid=9421
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Title: Little Scientist

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Perfectly Natural Kit by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Template from the Gotta Grab It March 2009 Templates by Connie Prince; DigiDiva Designs.
Photos by me.
Fonts: Hypewriter; FG Cheryl

Product Links:
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22394
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22395
http://www.gottapixel.net/store/product.php?productid=22195
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I am also competing in the So You Think You Can Scrap Contest so I have 2 LOs for that, but I can't share them here until the end of the contest. If you can guess what number I am I might just send you a little something from my shop! Be sure to leave your email or user name at DST in your comment if you guess so that I can get a hold of you!
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To celebrate my new products I have a freebie for you! (And, for making it all the way through thT POST! lol) It's CU ok as well!!


Grab it here.
password: nature
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Gotta' run now 'cause I need to get over to the school with the Scalloped Pineapple I made for the teacher's luncheon (conference time), and watch Micaila play Little Bear in Goldilocks! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

A LO and a sale...

Title: Love You Thundercloud

Credits:
Edge on photo from I'm Worn Out Photo Edges by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net. (Set at 67% opacity.)
Background paper from Paper Stash 2 by Vera Lim.Torn paper from Genuine Mini Kit by Vera Lim.
Title strip from the Calico Harvest Freebie by Nicole of Sugarplum Paperie.
Yellow paper from the Annabelle's Tearoom Freebie by Nicole of Sugarplum Paperie.
Green striped paper and "Love You" word strip from the Leap Frog Mini Kit by Nicole of Sugarplum Paperie.
Brown paper, butterfly, and reversed staple from the Caramel Pudding Kit by Flergs.
Template #34 by me.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Note This

LO completes Digi Dare #101.
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Kristine of WenchdGrafix has a GORGEOUS new kit called Enchanted in the store, and it's 30% off for 1 week only!!


Gotta' run! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Digi Dare #100

Title: First Day of School

Credits:
Paper and flower from the Remarkable Kit by April Staker of DigiApe Designs.
Frame from Frame Me01 by April Staker of DigiApe Designs.
Word Art from the Boys N Kids WA Pack by April Staker of DigiApe Designs.
Available at http://www.digiapedesigns.com/

Jewel (center of flower)from Buttons O' Bling by Kristine of WenchdGrafix.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Grease; GraytonSSK

LO completes Digi Dare #100.
Poster for inspiration: http://www.allposters.com/-sp/Rocky-Posters_i153070_.htm

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So the news... and a Digi Dare LO...

We'll start with the fact that the appt was for 3pm. I was completely registered and sitting in the waiting room by 2:50pm, and in an exam room by 3:10pm. From there is devolves...

The nurse and her trainee proceeded to ask me almost every question that was in the packet of paperwork I had been asked to fill out prior to the appt. (What was the point if they were going to ask it all again??) They left with a comment that the doctor would be with me shortly...

The resident/assistant doctor finally walked into the exam room at about 4:20pm. (Approximately 1 HOUR after they left - that's shortly????) He had me do a bunch of facial movements to prove my nerve was still functioning normally at this time and asked the normal questions - how long had it been there? was there any pain? etc. He said they were still waiting for the cd files to open so they could revue the CT scan, but he and Dr. Kellman would be back in a few moments.

About 10 minutes later they both walked in. Dr. Kellman took one look, and said something along the lines of "whoa!" He then took out a measurement tool, put it along side my face where the tumor is, and stated "About 6 cm - that's about as big as they get." He then ran through all the possible issues which I all ready knew between internet research and Dr. Hillerman. The big difference was both the internet and Dr. Hillerman had made the worst possible outcome sound like more of a possibility than a probability - Dr. Kellman said the opposite. He doesn't hold much faith that I'll retain much if any use of the left side of my face after they remove the tumor due to the size of it. (Keep in mind as far as I can tell it has been this size for AT LEAST the last 4 yrs.)

Apparently, when growing the tumor tends to stretch the nerve that runs through the middle of the parotid gland. Nerves don't have much elasticity, and this type of nerve also doesn't have a very high regenerative ability. During the surgery they normally have to stretch the nerve a little to remove the tumor, and he's afraid that with the size of my tumor that may snap the nerve (or a part of it) causing weakness and/or paralysis.

While it's difficult to look at this large lump on the side of my face every day I have to imagine it's a sight easier than looking at half a functioning face. However, this is also one of the rare tumors that even if benign originally will eventually turn malignant if not taken care of. I asked to put the surgery off 'til late Oct or early Nov if possible due to work schedule, and the only way he'd agree to that was if I had another FNA biopsy done. They wanted to schedule me to come back for that... I asked if it would be at all possible to get it done now as the drive requires me to take an entire day off of work. Dr. Kellman checked his watch, and said probably not but they'd check as that dept normally closed right now. (It is 4:45pm at this time folks...)

They managed to get a doctor in the FNA dept who said he'd come down and do it for me when he heard I was driving from north of Watertown. I thanked him for be willing to stay as it saved me taking another day off work, and he said it was not a problem. He understands it's a long drive for something like that. The only problem was they used no local anesthetic, and it felt like they were scraping my jaw bone with the needle!! I kid you not my vision started to get dark at the edges and I was naseous for at least 20 minutes when they finished. The pain - not ache - pain didn't go away for at least an hour. Good news is it still came back as benign so they are willing to put the surgery off 'til sometime in Oct. It took another 20 minutes for someone to come back to the exam room to tell me they'll call to let me know when...

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Title: the Good, the Bad, the Ugly



Credits:
Papers and elements from the Enchanted By You Kit by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Capital letters from the Watterlogged Alpha by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net.
Lowercase letters from the Summer Sky Alpha by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net.
"the" from the Who Ate My Alpha Alpha by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net. (recolored)
Photos by me.
Fonts: Hypewriter

LO completes Digi Dare #99.
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Gotta' run to get Micaila to school as Mike had to take Brenden to his 4-yr well child checkup. Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

A reminder, some LOs, and some sad news...

1st off...

For those who committed to our HUGE Fall Splendor Collab Blog Party via the Queen Wench remember that the deadline for getting your previews and blog links to Kristine is September 25th! Please send that info to her via wenchdgrafixdesigns [at] gmail [dot] com.
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2nd...

I have 5 LOs to share! The first I couldn't post until Sept because it was for the Sept Blog Challenge by Heather Manning's CT. LOL

Title: [1st Day of 7th grade]

Credits:
Kit by Ali Folendore.
Template by Carjazi Scrapos using doodle by Heather Manning.
Photo by my dad.
Fonts: Sketched Alphabet
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The next 3 are from a 2008 Bragbook I'm making for Xmas gifts...

Title: January

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Chilly Days Collab by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs), Colleen Shibley, and Wendi of Neverland Scraps.
Template by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Photos by me and my dad.
Fonts: CK Cosmopolitan
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Title: February

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Tutti Frutti Kit by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Template by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Photos by me and my dad.
Fonts: CK Cosmopolitan
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Title: March

Credits:
Light green paper from the Sweet Potato Pie Kit by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
All other papers and elements from the Color Revolution - Everything Emerald Kit by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Template by Connie Prince (aka DigiDiva Designs).
Photos by me and my dad.
Fonts: CK Cosmopolitan
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And, last but not least my LO application for April Staker's CT Call...

Title: Nature's Quiet Beauty...

Credits:
Papers and elements from Farmer's Market Kit by April Staker of DigiApeDesigns.
Photo by me.
Fonts: CK Heritage

I really would have loved to try for her hybrid team, but I'm just not sure I'd have enough "play" time for a hybrid team right now... All those supplies to pull out and put away! LOL
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Which brings me to the sad news... Some of you all ready know, but Wednesday morning when I'm worried/excited/anxious about Micaila's first day of school I woke up to 2 emails and 7 missed calls... My mom is the 2nd oldest of 8 kids, and her older sister had been hit and killed by a car while walking her dog.

Westville woman dies after being struck by car

The calling hours are tonight and tomorrow morning, but it's a 2.5-3 hr drive one way so Mom told me not to try to make the hours tonight. Dad and I will be taking off with the kids at about 6:30 in the morning. Mike has to work as he has next Saturday off for an Alzheimer Walk.

We haven't told the kids yet. It'll be the 3rd funeral they've had to attend in the last 20 months. I've let Micaila's teacher know just in case anything odd happens to come out in class next week. I figured I'd wait until after school today to tell them though. We weren't very close with Aunt Joy, but they've had to deal with death quite a bit lately and this is the first violent one.

I think I've tied you up long enough. Gotta' go get some work done even though the boss is out of the office! LOL Thanks for stopping by, and have a good day!

:)

Wow! Talk about a Monday!

First off I found a PM at a site I visit only when posting CT LOs normally asking me to join a CT! Apparently my email notification had gotten turned off when a site update was done so I didn't know it was waiting there! Whoo-Hoo! It's only the 2nd time a designer has asked ME rather than me having to apply! And, let me tell you, after having my last 10-15 applications be turned down (very nicely) it was nice to be wanted! So, I am the newest member of the fabulous Michelle Pieters' CT!

And, don't get me wrong - I know all my current CT designer love and want me! :P
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Then I get a PM from Pamela Gibson letting me know one of my LOs using her products is going to be featured on her CT Blog today for customer highlights! WHOOT!! It isn't up yet, but I'll be checking back later! :)
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I had to leave the pc for a while 'cause my sister's family was coming over. So I spent about 3hrs doing dishes, making pasta salad, potato salad, and fruit salad. I also had to make a quick run to SuperWalmart with Mike to grab a few things and exchange our propane tank at the gas station as we'd run out of propane about a week ago! Nora and the family couldn't stay as long as usual because Krysti brought a friend who had to be home shortly after 3, but it was good. We hadn't gotten together since July 20th. We only live about 15 miles apart, but schedules don't allow for as much time together as we'd like. Her kids are 7-13 while mine are 4 & 5.
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Then Yahoo pinged... I had a message from my friend, James! We hadn't "spoken" in about 9 months. (Our schedules not meshing very well either. LOL) So we chatted for about 10-15 minutes. Job-wise he's doing very well back in CA, and he's even looking into buying a house. He'd lived here for a few years which is how we met. He was my supervisor at the call center for a while. Things happened, and he decided to move home to CA where he got a job with the client from our contract because he was that great with their product! On the personal side he's been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He's undergoing chemo, but says things are ok atm. Good thoughts welcome!
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Oh! And, I almost forgot! Diane tagged me with an I [heart] Your Blog Award that I need to pass on as well! Maybe tomorrow...
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I managed to stay away from the pc again 'til after people left. But then... I finished a LO, both my prize packs for my August challenges at DSG, and posted my Sept Rainbow Challenge. So overall yesterday was fairly productive and relaxing with some good news thrown in!

Which reminds me... the new stores (including my templates) at Digital Scrap Garden are up! We've got several new designers joining us so be sure to stop by and check them out! And, while you're there swing by our awesome challenges as well!
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Title: Not A Kid?

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Summer Slush Kit by Kristine of WenchdGrafix.
Tempate #58 by Kissed Studios.
Photo by my dad.
Fonts: CK Cosmopolitan; CK Comic Book

Gotta' run to do all my morning "stuff"! LOL Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Exhausted...

I can tell you why I have no energy to do anything after I get home most days... I do too blinkin' much in the morning normally, and then deal with work all day. I got up at 6:17am, and then:
- used the bathroom
- checked my email, blog, MySpace and Facebook
- hopped to DST to wrap up Dawne's giveaway
- tested my blood
- got all the garbage together at the back door
- cleaned and separated a 12lb package of skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- put 3 pieces of the breasts into Honey Teriyaki merinade for dinner
- packed my lunch and snacks
- filled my gallon water jug
- did the dishes
- got breakfast for the kids
- moved laundry from the washer to the dryer
- made breakfast for me
- took my medicines and ate

At this point I should be leaving now to stop at the Post Office on the way to work. I think I need a shower, and all I REALLY want is my bed...

Title: Come With Me

Credits:
Frame from Old Edges 2 by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net.
Alpha by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net from the Strawberry Mint Chip Collab with Robyn Gough.
Script run on photo: In The News Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net.
All other papers and elements from the Sadie's Garden Kit by Beckie Wallace of Sunshine Studios.
Photo by me.

LO completes Digi Dare #96.
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Now I'm off to deal with 7 hrs of seniors and senior moms... Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

2 LOs and more templates!

Title: Just Lion Around

Credits:
Paper from the Exotic Paper Pack by Laura Burger of eclecticdigitaldesigns.com. (hue changed)
Word art from the Zoo Word Art Pack by Jodie McNally of Oscraps.
Lined paper from Legible Note Cards Pack by Meredith Fenwick of Scrapbook Graphics. ("torn" by me)
Calendar from Calendar Stamps 2008 by Meredith Fenwick of Scrapbook Graphics.
Photos by me.
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Title: Into the Future

Credits:
Papers from the Cabana Nights Paper Pack by Kristine of WenchdGrafix.
Template #30 by me.
Photos by me.
Fonts: Trendy University

LO completes the Aug 2008 Weeds & Wildflowers Challenges with Tiff at Digital Scrap Garden.
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I've been busy as you can imagine, and my body's still adjusting to the smaller amount of food so that I'm fairly tired by the end of the work day. I had a carb counting class for diabetics last night, and didn't get home 'til almost 9pm. It was really aimed at insulin takers which I am not (and hopefully won't be for a long time to come), but it had some good info and got me a book with carb amounts for an ungodly amount of foods including fast foods!! I've been afraid of eating out because of not knowing, and normally eat lunch out at least 1ce a week due to cashing my check. This'll help. For those wondering my sugar was down to 134 this morning.

Anywho... I should have 5 more templates up in the store either later today or tomorrow, and am joining a second store very shortly!!! More news on that once it's complete!

Gotta' run! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!!

:)

My First DigiDare!

If you've been around since the beginning of the year you know how much I love challenges! I haven't been able to complete very many in the last few months, but now I'm hooked up with The Digi Dares! I was never quite sure where they were located, but thank heavens for Facebook! LOL

Title: 'Da Tube Man

Credits:
Paper and border from the King's Carnival Paper Pack by Kristine of WenchdGraphix.
Jeweled brads from the Button O' Bling Pack by Kristine of WenchdGraphix.
Glitter splotch by Kristine of WenchdGraphix from the May Collab by WenchdGraphix & Carjazi Scraps.
Photos by me.
Fonts: Jamie

LO completes Digi Dare #95.

Gotta' run! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Lots of LOs and an Annoucement!

So... not sure who else spent HOURS this weekend at DST's birthday party, but I managed to effectively procrastinate by spending hours there! LOL I won some great goodies too! I got Pamela Gibson's Buy the Bar, Trish H's Blended Summer, AND my ENTIRE Wetfish Designs Wishlist at Divine Digital!! That last one included many personal and commercial use items sale priced at over $130!!! I'm a little stunned by that one. :D

I was also up 'til 12:30am last night completing and uploading challege LOs for the party. I got 5 done yesterday which is what I have to share with you!

Title: Gulf Fritillary

Credits:
Papers, polka dot ribbon, and blue stitching from the Oh So Soft Kit by Pamela Gibson of Polka Dot Potato.
Scalloped ribbon and green stitching from the Wintery Spells Kit by Pamela Gibson of Polka Dot Potato.
Rusted staple, rusted paper clip, and chrome brad from the Essentials Kit by Pamela of Digitreats.
Jeweled photo turn and silver staple from the Color Revolution - Plum Perfect by Connie Prince aka DigiDiva Designs of Divine Digital.
G & F from the Dirt Don't Hurt - It's A Pink Thang Alpha by Heather Manning Designs of Digiscrapping.net.
Photo by my dad.
Template by me.
Font: Jamie

LO completes the Gymnastics Layout Challenge for DST's 2nd Bday Party.
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Title: My Little Work of Art

Credits:
Paper and elements from the Rockin Retro Style Mini Kit by Jennifer M. Trippetti from the Teacher's Pet Project at Funky Playground Designs.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Girls Are Weird

LO completes the Platform Diving Layout Challenge for DST's 2nd Bday Party.
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Title: Our Summer Project

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Summer Vacation Kit by Julie Kelley Designs of Scrapbook Elements.
Template by Rose McDigital.
Photos by me.
Fonts: HippyDisplay; IndaSCapsSSK

LO completes the Equestrian Layout Challenge for DST's 2nd Bday Party.
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Title: Dream...

Credits:
Paper and rub-on circle from the Joedee Kit by Greedz Graphics of Elemental Scraps.
Photo by me.
Fonts: KF Twirl

LO completes the Sailing Layout Challenge for DST's 2nd Bday Party.
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Title: Simple Beauty

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Paper Garden Collab by Nicole Seitler of Sugarplum Paperie and Franziska Altmann.
Scraplift of "comp-000-Page-1small" by alicia+jess at DST.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Heather Marie

LO completes the Synchronized Swimming Layout Challenge for DST's 2nd Bday Party.
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Did you make it through all of those?!?! Guess that means you are ready for the announcement, huh? As of today I am selling my templates! I'm selling both Personal/S4O and Commercial Use versions at 'Da Wench's store!! I only have 5 up atm, but I plan to have more soon!!

Well, it's that time... I have to get the garbage together, test my blood, eat, take meds, and get to work... Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!



:)

Just some quick CT blurbs...

I'm hosting a giveaway for Dawne over at DST now through 9pm EST tomorrow. Click here to check it out!
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Julie is holding a short CT call. She's looking for about 5 new CT members as she is SBE's Designer of the Month! (Congrats, hon!) Julie's super-easy to work with, and has gorgeous goodies! Click here to check out the call!
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I also want to say thanks to Jennifer Trippetti for having me as a guest for July. She's a sweetheart, and I had tons of fun playing with her goodies! You can find them here and here. Her products at SBE are exclusive so you'll want to check both links! :)

I'm off for work! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Things... Many Things...

I managed to get my lancet to work on my calf yesterday morning, and my blood sugar was down to 204. Did you know that Hidden Valley Ranch Original Recipe only only 1gmofcarbs per serving! Several of my favorite foods/drink I've found have few carbs in them per serving, but the Crystal Light Rapberry Mango water flavoring I REALLY like has 5gm of carb per serving... Since there are 3 servings per each bottle of water I drink that's out.
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Tomorrow I probably won't be blogging as I have to be out of here by no later than 7:30am for my dr appt. I'm seeing an ENT specialist about my parotid tumor. Not sure if the diabetes will cause an issue or not...
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I want to share a photo of our newest frog. The first one died after about 24hrs. No clue why either. It was fine at 5am, and dead at 8am... This one is SO much more lively though. In fact it took a hopping dive from my hand to my foot just after I took this pic! Doesn't understand the cat would just as soon eat it!! LOL I think I'm gonna name it Fred. I hope the photo gives you a sense of how teeny-tiny this fella is! :)

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I have 3 LOs to share...
Title: Christmas 2007

Credits:
Paper from the Hugs, Kisses and Cupcakes Kit by Princess Lala of Divine Digital.
Frame from Peppermint Twist Frame2 by Princess Lala of Divine Digital.
Doodle from Peppermint Twists1 by Princess Lala of Divine Digital.
Photos by me.
Fonts: Kingsthings Christmas
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Title: Sometimes I Wonder...

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Sk8r Boy Kit by Purple Frog Pizzazz of Digital Scrap Garden.
Template by me.
Photos by me.
Fonts: Jokerman; June 15

LO completes Starry Night's Lyric Challenge July 2009 at DSG.
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And, last, but not least...
Title: Aug 2008 Desktop

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Strawberries and Creme Kit by Ladybug Graphix of Digital Scrap Garden.
Photo by me.
Fonts: Ginger - Condensed
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Do you like that desktop? Great! 'Cause I have it for you as a freebie! Be sure to hop by the Garden Parlor, and thank Dawne aka Ladybug for allowing me to give it to you! :)

Oh! While you are there be sure to stop in the Garden to vote on our Round 1 entries in the Designer Contest. And, check out our challenges in the Parlor as well!! We have many fun ones, and new ones are about to be posted for August!

Which just serves to remind... Where the heck has this year gone?!?!? I swear every time I stop to look another week has flown by... I'll have an exciting announcement coming up in about a week or so. Watch for it!

But, now I have to go get the kids dressed and eating, stick myself, eat breakfast, take meds, take a shower, do the dishes, and get to work. LOL Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Gloomy Sunday...

So, I'm still not entirely over my PO'd issue. I was waiting for an email since last Sunday, and when I finally got it on Friday it was not what I had been expecting. So now I'm waiting for an answer to my questions regarding the changes made in the email. I know this sounds a little clandestine and all, but I really don't want to create drama that doesn't have to exist.

In a nutshell I'm not happy about the way some of my duties have been going for one of my teams, and I need to make a decision whether to stay or go. But, I feel like I am missing vital information to make the best decision for me. I don't really want to leave, but with the changes made I'm not sure staying is a good idea as I think it will just make my life even more stressful.

It's drizzly and gray here today. I'm hoping the weather's better in Syracuse 'cause we're heading out in about an hour or so for the family reunion just south of Syracuse. My niece, Krysti, spent the night so she can go with us, and is currently taking a shower with Micaila. Two birds - one stone.

Mike went after Brenden's hair with scissors on Thursday. Supposedly, Brenden begged Daddy to cut his hair... FYI - never let men near kids with scissors... I guess it could be worse. Mike's been threatening to buzz Brenden's head with the clippers for over a year. Instead this may grow back to looking normal in about a month... At this point I have tried to clean it up a little, and then Dad did.
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On to scrapping news...

I applied for Miss HunniBunni's Guest spot, but didn't make it. I've also got 2 other apps out right now. Crossin' my fingers...
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Digital Scrap Garden is holding another designer contest. For details check here. Contest starts Aug 1, but application deadline is July 18th so hurry over!

Also, we'rehaving a membership drive if at least 2 you join the Garden and tell them I sent you we'll all get the pretty kit shown in this thread.
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We've got a blog hoppin' mega kit party we're setting up for this fall. Deadline for pieces is Oct 1. So if you are interested in being a part of that please email wenchdgrafixdesigns AT gmail DOT com. We're up to 30+ participants at this point!! Let's make it really huge!
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I have 1 LO to share. Between headaches from sinus issues and life I haven't gotten much done this week...

Title: Thompson Park Playground

Credits:
Papers from the Fiesta Favors Kit by Ladybug Graphix of Digital Scrap Garden.
Elements from the Emerald Fantasy Kit by Ladybug Graphix of Digital Scrap Garden.
Template by me.
Photos by me.
Fonts: FG Dulce's Script

LO completes the July Inspiration Challenge at DSG.
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Gotta' run! I just spent most of that hour or so posting this! LOL

:)

A Freebie, a CT Call, & 2 Challenges...

First - PPF is looking to add to our Site CT!

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For those who can't see the ad:
Purple Paper Flowers is looking for YOU!
PPF is a growing community and we’re looking to add a few new Blue Belles (Layout Artists) to our team.
If you’re looking for a fun team to join - this is the one! There are tons of great designers at PPF so go check it out!
Requirements:
*4 or more LOs per month to be posted in at least 3 galleries including PPF
*Host a bi-monthly challenge OR post a minimum of 25 times per week in the forum
*Enable designers and kits
Easy Peasy!
Please email me einahpetsm@gmail.com with the following if you’re interested:
*Current CT responsibilities
*link to best/most complete gallery
*a short bio & a little about why you think you’d be a good fit at PPF
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Second - I have the new Templates with a Twist Challenge up at PPF, and you get a free template to use for it!
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Third - Heather Manning's CT has an awesome Font Challenge up on our blog for July! It's not your normal font challenge though!

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All you have to do for this challenge is match a font to the theme of your page. Make sure that you link your page back to the CT blog and include the font name. And as always, there will be a random drawing for a gift certificate to Heather’s store. The winning layout will get at least $10 to play with, but if your page has 50% or more of products by Heather, will increase that gift certificate to $20. And just for participating, you’ll get a new alpha that Heather made which coordinates with her newest kit Some Gave All!
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Fourth - I'm offering up the template I created while making the LO The Future Starts Now. :)

Click here to download.

Gotta' run! Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day!

:)

Just a quick reminder...

Don't forget the Father's Day Challenge Heather's CT has going...


My LO is in yesterday's post!

:)

Last day of April...

Where, oh, where is the year going?!?!?! Well, I'll have an exciting announcement tomorrow for one of my CTs!

Today... I have 2 LOs I haven't shared yet, and some NSD goings-on to share!

NSD Annoucements:

Kristine's having a big NSD sale... 30% off EVERYTHING in her store! New releases, old favorites, AND commercial use!! Sale starts now, and ends Sunday, May 4th at midnight EST!! There are even 2 brand new, never before seen kits included!! Check it out here.

Heather Manning's CT is having some big-time fun for NSD as well! Heather has a collab with Dawn Inskip being released on Friday; (Gorgeous let me tell you!) a chat at 9pm EST on Saturday, May 3rd at DST; a new Grab Bag; AND a challenge that you don't want to miss! You can check for more details on the challenge here.

Purple Paper Flowers is launching a new bunch of challenges starting Saturday, we have a QP Exchange going on for NSD, AND the entire store is on sale on Saturday!! For full details on the QP Exchange click here. (Or, scan down to my last post!) For the new challenges watch our Challenges andContests Forum at PPF. :)

Digital Scrap Garden is having a sale, a hunt for a free Mega Kit, and some other fun stuff including a Shutterfly giveaway!! For more details click here.

That rounds out the details I have at the moment. If Iget more I'll be sure to share!
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Title: Walk-about

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Fiesta Flavors Kit by Ladybug Graphix of Digital Scrap Garden.
Stitches from the extraORDINARY Stitches Pack by Purple Frog Pizzazz of Digital Scrap Garden.
Photo by my dad.
Fonts: Dylan Ariel
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Title: Spring Cleaning

Credits:
Papers and elements from the Lilac Twilight Collab from the PPF Design Team.
Photos by my dad.
Fonts: Jane Austen; Horse Puke

I have a bunch of April CT work to try to catch up, 3 pages to finish for Michelle's QP album (I realized it has to be 20 pages not 21...), and am hoping to get a 6pg bragbook QP album up for Kristine by Saturday. I finished the 10pg album for Bob on Saturday, and am waiting for feedback...

Help PPF Celebrate NSD!

Please join us in the fun! We're super excited to be bringing you this fun exchange! We'll be using the Lilac Twilight Collab kit for these pages so the kit is 50% off now through Friday using the coupon below!

Lilac Twilight Collab Kit Includes:
3 LR presets
1 alpha
over 90 papers and elements

Reg price = $12.99
Event price = $6.49





Reads:
PPF wants to celebrate NSD with you!
So we're holding our 1st Bragbook QP Exchange.

Each purchaser is asked to create 1 QP at 6x4 and 300dpi saved as a png. Upload your completed page to a file sharing site like 4shared, and send me the link to the file via email. I'll compile all links, and send the completed book link out to all participants. QP links are due to me by Monday, May 5th, and I wil return the completed link to participants by Monday, May 12th.Full details available at PPF!
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HOW: Purchase Lilac Twiight at 50% off, and use it to create a minimum of 1 - 6x4 png file.
WHEN: Purchase 4/28-5/2 Deliver by 5/5
WHERE: http://www.purplepaperflowers.com/
Coupon Code: NSD_LILAC50


For full details see the NSD QP Exchange forum under Challenges and Contests at PPF!