Flight of the .. butterfly?

This is a card that Samantha made for the card contest at Stamp Cache. Isn't it great? What a happy card. Not sure if you can tell but there are popped up butterflies on the stamped image along with the ones along the edges. The colors are fantastic. I just may have to "borrow" this idea from her. Sam didn't win the contest but it was fun anyways and that is why we do them. People are so creative and I am always inspired when I see their work. A good way to get out of your box once in a while. You should try a card contest or even a scrapbook one. I think you will like it. I am sure that you will inspire someone.

What a beautiful day...

to be out taking pictures. Samantha, Jessica and I went driving around to take some photos. Well, Jessica was taking pictures. I was driving. She has a great eye. We stop here at this little lake because they saw some swans in the lake across the road. I don't think they got pictures 'cause the birds would hide behind trees. But as I was waiting, I hold my camera out the window and snap this one. I just love this view. Could you imagine waking up and seeing this every morning? Oh, yeah. Go get your camera and take some photos. It doesn't have to be award winning shots either. One of my favorite pics is one that Jessica took of a TV tray with pancakes, cup of coffee, and syrup on it. It is everyday life. I just love it. Take pictures of what makes you happy. I have been trying to capture the drips of water running off of our house but it hasn't come out yet. lol Now, melting snow, that makes me happy.

Renew this spring..

I spent some time with some friends this weekend. As I take in my day with them, I realize that I want to be like them. The positive vibe I get and how I feel went we part. So, being inspired I am making a mid-year aspiration. I never make New Year’s Resolutions because I can never keep them but I try to make aspirations – where I aspire to be better or do better. So, that is where I am at today. Today was not a good day but what a good note to start on. Please, be patient with me. This is a work in progress.

Just to change the subject for minute. Had a FABULOUS time with the girls on Tuesday. Lots of laughs like always. Have missed them all. I am honored that they like my ideas. We made a little book and a layout (which I will post tomorrow). It has so many uses, both the book and layout. Love them both.

Have a fantastic week. It is spring. The snow is melting. The sun is shining. It is a good time to renew your creative juices and make something fresh today.

Yep, I have no life…

My husband and I have to make a trip to Anchorage last week. My DD calls and say “OMG … this and  OMG… that” about Farmville. I am thinking “This is why I play Farmville. They make it so interesting and interactive.” Just about the whole way home I am deep in thought about my farm. A moose runs out in front of the truck. Kevin hits the brakes. He looks at me to see if I am ok and all I can say it “Do you think I should make my plots smaller to add the castle”. I have at the point in time decided that I have to life. I am a no-job-having, no-life-living, time sucking, Farmville addict. Sad, sad, sad….

Sami's amazing!

This is one of the little critters that Sami's made. She saw this online and made it up without instructions. Incredible!!! I am one of those that needs directions. lol She has made several more that will be added to the blog. My favorite is the gnome which she made for her friend. Soooo cute. Even has a mushroom.

I think I've done it!

There, I have added the layout I did of Samantha. It turned out so well. The paper is from the Mariposa paper pack from DCWV. I just love it. The layout was far more fall like than I imagined but it worked out. The bling piece in the corner (from Prima) has the same colored pearls and crystals as in the necklace that Sam is wearing. She made the necklace. It is crocheted and then braided together. Just lovely. Mariposa means butterfly which I just recently learned. If you love butterflies as much as I do, then you might consider getting yourself this paper pack. I got it from Joann's.