It's one of those days~
yuck.
No reason....
just yuck.
My grandma would call me on days like this...when the Lord laid on her heart that I needed encouragement and prayer.
That was really special...and it was when long distance calls actually COST YOU SOMETHING.
May I be used by God to do the same!
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I am intrigued by bold, graphic patterns mingled with soft florals...I am seeing that more and more~there is something so....
relevant about that.
Harsh realities softened by bits of loveliness and hope.
I am also inspired by the
CASE Study Challenge #128
based on a pretty card by Teri Anderson.
I like the blues and yellows she combined, and the patterned background which adds interest.
Also, she included lots of fun embellishments...I've only included a few...but it's more than I usually pile on a card.
I'm patting my shoulder...I'm proud of using up these beautiful die pieces.
Ok, now I am less yuck...a bit of creating and prayer can really lift my mood!!!
Hoping you have a "non-yuck" day also~ ;)
stamps: Verve Wonderfully Made,Mama Elephant Trifecta
paper: Georgia Pacific white,Bazzill yellow and blue
dies: Spellbinders Label 25 and Large Labels
ink: Papertrey Ink True BLack
other: Pink Paislee (Daily Junque Ephemera Pack),waxed ribbon
Marlena: I 'hear' you about *yuck* days! Yet, despite feeling down, you arrived at such a stunning insight when you noted the "Harsh realities softened by bits of loveliness and hope." And then you made your card - a piece of loveliness indeed! Your interpretation of Teri's sketch is unique and inspiring! Thank you for sharing your card and your 'human-ness' with us! May the yuck be lifted and joy fill its place!
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Your card is just wonderful and I adore the greeting. I hope your *yuck* day disappears shortly.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning, Marlena - a quick note to thank you for your heart-warming comment on my Grammy-Super Baba card! Your faith that they'll be touched by my little 'cobbling together' of hearts, flowers and butterflies has brightened my day! Encouraging, supporting, reaching out to others - you're definitely following God's plan for you! Your blog - with its unique combination of simplicity, beauty and insight - is engaging. I will return...often! The Declarations are hilarious; all the more so because they're true! Have a joyful day...very joyful..
ReplyDeleteI was happy to see at the end of the post that some of the yuck had gone away :) Your card (I agree it's more than you usually pile on) is so perfect for the challenge. You're right about that mix in the fashion - realities with a splash of hope.
ReplyDeleteI love your splashes of color on the card! The flowers are perfect for the photo!
ReplyDeleteThis card is pefect, sweet and gorgeous...Love it!!!
ReplyDeleteI hope the "yucks" would go away soon!
Sooo super sweet and thoughtful!
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous card inspired by some beautiful thoughts. LOVE the Verve sentiment and those lovely flowers :)
ReplyDeleteAw, so glad I popped by, Marlena. Sorry you had a yuck day. We can be Yuck Buddies. I'm having a 'phase' of yuck. :(
ReplyDeleteLOVE how you interpreted the RIC! Really cool elements put together. And I loved reading your post. You are always uplifting here on your blog, my friend.
Have a blessed day!
So pretty Marlena!
ReplyDeleteI love the embellishments and waxed ribbon you included on your card, Marlena! Thanks for joining us on the Runway! :)
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