Good Morning! Before we get to the post today…I need to say 3 words to you and I hope that they hit your heart…
I AM BLESSED!!!
I returned home yesterday and with not having my own computer with me…and having very little time of being able to hop on the internet at the hotel ~ yesterday when I went to type up this post…I saw that there were 59 messages/comments left….I have not had a chance to read them but all I can say is WOW and thank you!
All is good and it will only get better. For all of you out there…you know how scary it is to see a loved one….let’s say…not them self! We are on the right track and I think that you can tell my personality through my blog, I am one determined person and when it comes to a “bear cub” – I am GAME ON…so all is good and we are on the right track!
Every month I offer a hostess code as well as 3 opportunities for you….This month’s hostess code is 3QACMWVP
- Earn “Paw Prints” from your purchases from me….(see the tab at the header of the blog post)
- Earn this card, with a purchase of $35 +
- Earn this card + a gift (this month is the Petal Burst Embossing Folder) with a purchase of 75+
p.s. – if you already have this folder (you are a smart stamper) so please just let me know what folder you would like) 😀
To me…this is a fun, practical and functional card! Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend, YOUR CHOICE (I won’t tell)…and starting this month, I will send you a PDF with the dimensions, the in’s and out’s of this card so you can make it again and again!
One thing that I will say is….Over the next week….I am going to be showcasing stamp sets that are going to have “friends….very good friends” in the NEW HOLIDAY CATALOG! (just saying…it is AWESOME)
I know….I know…..we just were so excited for the new annual catalog…but hang onto your BROOMS (Halloween), LEAVES (fall and paisleys), HOLIDAY FUN (Christmas) and NEW YEAR (WOOT-WOOT)…so much to see – so much to take in!
Here is another look at this fun card! Isn’t it amazing what PAPER can do? With all of the great tools that we have (framelits, big shot, punches)….we can make some real beauties! I would love to send this your way….
Catching up is not easy….but I will try to make it fun! I have many “friends” at my work area, mainly Milo and Rosie…and they are great listeners! Email by email, I will get caught up!
Because I left in a “no plan rush”, John did a fabulous job with the animals! Dear, sweet, poor old Arnold….he is doing much better but it took until Monday for his abscess to give him relief so we are all good there….but dear sweet fat Daisy (the pig) lost her hair…..yep…they do that once a year and she is not pretty…actually not one bit.….good news is, she will grow a beautiful new coat and be ready for a photo shoot! (truth be told, I am the ONLY one that likes her….but that’s ok – she is a good girl!!!)
Below is the line up of the products used for this beauty but just think – this can easily be yours…..and you know what – I know you will smile! Again, I missed you guys but I needed to be RIGHT WHERE I WAS…..and I thank you for your concern!
Remember, the Thoughtful Branches (limited edition is in FULL BLOOM that you can order now) so don’t wait – remember, it is a limited edition product that many of you took advantage of yesterday….(smart shoppers, and I have added the Hostess Code for you)…..please remember to add the hostess code of 3QACMWVP! Happy Shopping!
Welcome back….we missed you, my friend! Glad to hear bear cub is on the right track…will continue with the prayers. Your card is beautiful! Love the colors and the jar set. So fun! Hugs and enjoy your day.
Oh my Sheep Herder…when I send your goodies from July’s order you will be getting a 3-d from me to figure out how to make it – YOU ARE THE QUEEN of making things that I have no patience with! Hugs!
Welcome home! A girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do and we all understand.
Well said and thanks!
So glad you’re back…been looking for your post every day in my email because I knew that’d mean things were better with your peep. Prayers still for continued healing in every way/whatever way. Love the card, so colorful and cute. Have a fabulous day.
Thanks Susan, trust me, I missed my cyber connection with you all! Keep praying – I think that we all need many prayers!
Welcome home! You are doing what a Mom does and that is the best! Love the catchup about the other ‘kids’. As for Daisy, its what’s on the inside, right? Love the card! Love the post it note idea!
So true, so true….I will tell my family that as truly I AM THE ONLY ONE THAT LOVES THAT LITTLE FAT THING!!!!! Is IS the inside that counts and she loves her Mommy!
So good to hear that everything’s under control. You-all take care.
Thanks my DSP QUEEN!!! All is good…it feels great to be home and the stuff that needed to get done before – can just wait!
Oh, thank God! I am so glad you are back and things are on the right track. I didn’t even read this blog today, I literally just opened my email to see if you posted any update. I’m so happy things are O.K. I’ll keep praying. I’ll be back later . . . I hope. (I just can’t get side-tracked by the internet!)
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Hi Susan . . . I’m back. I work from home and must get those hours/jobs done immediately or I’ll be at this computer until dark. So, I love this post-it note holder. On my quick glance earlier, I thought is was a very pretty card and it is a great 3-D project. I’m thinking of who I can make one for. The colors are so pretty together. I hope you had a good day.
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*Ann L* I love your emojis of the pig and dog. I only know how to do the smiley!
Hello my friend, I am soooo glad that you liked the card…and a double whammy with the post it notes….thanks for your text….xoxox
Yay ! Susan is home ! Glad to hear things are better with your “cub” .
Your card and sticky note combo is adorable ! Love those cute fireflies !!
Oink to Daisy and Neigh to Arnold ….and yips to Milo and Rosie !!
Oh Sonny – you certainly do know how to make me need more eye creme from smiling and laughing!!!!
A joy to see a post from you this morning, and even better to read that the universe is moving in a good direction. Our prayers will continue for you all.
On another note~love the card. Very “Susan”: clever, a smile-maker, and beautifully executed. Oh what a pleasure to have you back!
Keep sending those vibes…..I appreciate them!
SO glad to see you are back. So very glad things are going well. Your card is beautiful. What a great idea to make a notepad into a card. Love it!
Thanks Robyn….it is times like this past weekend that made me realize that we need to do things that our heart tells us to….with that in mind – I would love to have a wish come true….have a get together with my 3 stamp-a-teers!
Yay!!! We’re so excited to have you back, but even more excited to know your Peep is on the mend. We’ve missed you. I’m not surprised that John kept the fort in perfect order for you! Love your card/Post-It note holder. I just might have to place an order through you for the dimensions; it would be a cool card to give to teachers. Hugs to you! Welcome home again.
I have missed you too….how is our sweet Caleb? Does he have a favorite yet from the Holiday Catalog? I am sure that the 2 of you have looked through it together – I think I know one that will make him giggle…..
How fun to check the email and there you are!!! I have become addicted. ? So happy everything is right on track again…..being a mom can be challenging but is the most satisfying hat to wear isn’t it??? Even when it’s the straw hat, out in the barn with your sweet animals. ?? I love this sweet card and the notepad in it!!! Yes, I have to make this!!! Did you say you are going to share the formula???? So hope you did!!! Have a great day! Welcome back.
You are sooooooo right…..as Moms we sure do have a closet full of hats but darn, I LOVE MY HATS….that is the best thing in life – being a Mom….thanks for your sweet comment!
Welcome back!! So glad to hear things are on the right track. Will continue to pray.
This beautiful card is a great idea with a special purpose! Just love that jar set 🙂
I admit, when I saw the jar at 1st….I was on the fence but now – SO GLAD THAT I TOOK THE PLUNGE! There are many goodies in the holiday catalog that will work great with it to….hint-hint!!!!
It was great to see your blog this morning and to know the situation is progressing in the right direction. I love this beautiful card with the two jars, flowers, bees and the surprise inside of the post it notes pad. So clever and cute. You were missed and I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I am smiling!
So glad that you are back! You sound quite positive and upbeat so I’m taking that to mean all is right (or on that path) with the world. Since you didn’t have your hostess code out yesterday I made myself my own hostess. That’s my excuse anyway! *wink*wink* I forgot that I get pawprints and an embossing folder too! You are so generous! I love your post it note holder here. This set didn’t really interest me much but now that I’ve seen in action several times over it is starting to grow on me.
You are a MESS and YOU make me laugh! YEP….you sure did have a hostess code! Way to go and I know that you are going to LOVE your goodies!!!!YOu must have a KENNEL FULL of paw prints….you will LOVE this new Holiday Catalog….
So glad you’re back and that things are moving in the right direction:-). This card/post-it holder is adorable! Love the color combo:-). Thanks for all you do! Glad Arnold’s foot is better – but poor Daisy – there’s nothing worse than a bad hair day – lol!
BAD HAIR DAY in a understatement – Your comment made me laugh out loud!!!! John told me that when Turan (the gentlemen that owns Arnold) came out over the weekend he looked at Daisey and said. “WHAT THE HECK HAPPENED TO HER”….piggies do this once a year and trust me, she is not very pretty right now but to me – she is BEAUTIFUL! I’ll give her a carrot from you!
Sounds like your mission worked out for the best! I think you had a lot of us worried. Love Elisha’s comment about Daisy!
Love this card with the post it not holder esp with those fireflies. It is fun, fabulous and functional to boot! Hugs and well wishes still coming your way!
Mission accomplished…well for at least now – we are super fortunate to live near the DC/Baltimore area where we can get specialized help! All is good and I am thinking positive! Life is GREAT!
So happy for you!
Dear Susan, Thank you Lord for bringing Susan and her Peep to a better place. We all love you and your sharing of your family even your fur babies. I missed you. I have kept you and your Peep in prayer. I will counting to keep you and your Peep in prayer.. I know first hand when things are not right with my children or my husband. You were right to hop on a plane and be there. That is only one reason I love you. The rest is because you are SUSAN… Your card is so adorable. I love everything about this card. Welcome Back, Hugs, Ellen Hinds
Oh Ellen…I am just waking up and looking at yesterdays comments and having a cup of coffee. What can I say but – THANK YOU for understanding….THANK YOU for being a MOM and THANK YOU for your sweet words, a great way to wake up!
Dear Susan, Thank you so very much. Being a Mom is the most important job in the world. I kidding say I own a wing at our hospitalinRochester, New York for our son Marc. When he had a brain tumor at nine years old. We have had five brain surgeries. Andy many trips to the doctors. Hugs to you my wonderful friend. Thank you God my son Marc is doing so well. BHe is thirty eight years old. Hugs,Susan, Love to you and your family, Ellen Hinds