Father's Day

Tomorrow is the day we celebrate our fathers. My dad has had a special spot in my heart and in my life. Although growing up we were like vinegar and water as time passed we grew closer and continue to do. There's one thing that's really hard to handle as a daughter and that is to see the man that you hold as a strong, powerful break down in tears. I have seen this a few times in my life but although some of these memories are painful they just showed me more of my dad. The first time I saw my dad cry was the night that my ex-fiance and I called it quits. It pained my dad to see me hurting. But this was one of the best decissions I have ever made in my life. For if it wasn't for that broken engagement I would never have met the love of my life nor have the three precious children I have today. Those were a few more times of tears, but tears of joy. The last time my dad cried was when we found out about mom's Leukemia. Although it wasn't face to face I am honoured that my dad turned to me for support. Through the years my dad has been there to hold me, encourage me and help me when I needed him. Now although we don't live as close as we used to in distance we live closer in heart. And this is how I will remember my dad, as a strong & loving man.
So in honour of Father's Day I have turned back to my youth and this year it won't be a purchased item but something from my heart. Thanks to Kimmy for use of her stamps they were perfect for this!
Here's a sneak peek at the outside (it's hard to read in the photo but the tag says "OPA"). The inside I will have to post later just in case he happens to check out my blog before I get a chance to give this to him tomorrow.

Happy Father's Day!!

And The WINNERS Are:

Monday's class was our biggest turnout ever! It was great to see Sandra, Eilish and Aunt Pammicake! What a wonderful blessing!! There was a bit of confusion over the tri-fold cards but all in all the cards turned out gorgeous!! The crayon resist was just awed over! Amazing what you can do with your kid's crayons. The women were extra excited to see who would win the stamp sets and I think Paige was just as excited to draw the names. The winners were: Trudy, Audra, Sandra, Kim and my assistant Nancy was awarded a set as well for all her hard work. Audra was estatic getting her butterfly that she's always wanted. I can't wait to see the creations these ladies come up with. Everyone left with a special package of tags to use at home.
I have decided to sell my discontinued stamp sets and use the money to send Kaisha & Paige to Youth camp at Bethel Park this summer while Jacob attends hockey camp. Usually I'd use this money to buy new stuff but with all we've been through this year sending them to camp is more important. So far the sales are $180 (that will completely pay for one of them for one week!!!). Sets are still being reserved (with payment) so if there are any that you are interested in please email me to make arrangements ( kountrykorners@brktel.on.ca ).
Haute Couture- Pending
Crayon Fun (retired 06)
Favorite Friends (retired 06)
Reason to Smile (pg 17)
Tags so Much (pg 16)
Cute Converse (retired 06)
Delight in Life (SAB 07)
Love ya Bunches (pg 80)- Pending
Straight Up Alpha (retired 06)
All Year Cheer 1 (pg 178)
Stipples Stencils (pg 132)
Noteworthy (retired 06)
So Very (SAB)
Delight in Life (SAB)
Petits Textes (French)(retired 06)
Flowers of Gratitude (retired 06)
Birthday Best (pg 61)
Stippled Celebrations (retired 06)
Shapes & Shadows (retired 06)
Sketch It (pg 25)
French Script (pg 170)
Simply Circles (pg 59)
Thanks for all your support!

Sunsets

One of the big distractions out here in the country are the sun rises and sun sets. Sometimes you just have to take the time out to enjoy God's creations. From the flowers, to the animals, the birds fluttering by your head and the setting of the sun. Thursday night we all took a break away from our stressful hectic lives and watched the sun set. Paige ran into the house and grabbed the camera to snap a few breathtaking photos. Thought I would share them with yous!
A little background of the pictures: the first couple were taken from the south side of the house looking over the house towards the north, then we went to the east side of the house looking at the neighbour's farm and she snapped some pics there (including the ones of me and hubby). I think she did a beautiful job!

Accomplished:

Well I got my blog entry done. I didn't get the CS all cut yet but only have two more layers left to do and the rest is already and packaged. Got all but 4 tags done on mom's coaster scrapbook. Had a cuppa coffee and spent time on the phone with a friend that is in need of a good shoulder so that's better than reading a book. And I spent time checking out Gerry's blog (http://apageatatime.blogspot.com/), she's my buddy from Scrapaholics ( http://www.scrapaholics.info/ ) and I did a quiz while I was there.

You Are: 60% Dog, 40% Cat

You are a nice blend of cat and dog. You're playful but not too needy. And you're friendly but careful. And while you have your moody moments, you're too happy to stay upset for long.

Are You More Cat or Dog?

So now it's time for bed so G'nite Y'all!

Stampin' Stuff

Did you get your Preview mini in the mail yet? I just have to have that Zoofari set, both Kaisha and Paige like it (that's a rarity!!) but seriously that snake looks like he's smokin'! And new colours, that sky is just heavenly (pun intended) and the new designer papers available in 16 different colours!!! Oh could you imagine if it's in chocolate chip?!?! And the new chipboard and the brads... oh to have it all!!
Okay last post I mentioned my Father's Day cards... well I can't show you exactly what I'm doing cause it'll ruin the surprise but I'll give you a sneak peek of the cool shirts I made with some of my scraps. We have many golfers in our church so I wanted to make shirts that sorta suited them (no pun intended). In the background you can see my rack of shirts already to be mounted (63 so far but many more to be made).



Now for class on Monday.
There are a few ladies that have been waiting patiently for this class. At the beginning of this segment I offered for every lady that attended 3 classes they will get a free tote to put their scissors, adhesives... into. Almost all have received their's or will be getting one soon. The cool thing is they can stamp them, add embelishments and personalize them all they want!!

But that's not the big news. Throw into the pot every class attended their name goes into a draw for a free set of stamps and they go nuts. We've had 5 classes so far and there are 2 ladies that have 5 ballots each and will get their sixth on Monday night. Perfect attendance ladies! The stipulation is that they have to be there to get their choice of stamp set. I know which one Audra wants if she wins, I'm wondering which one Kimmy will pick if she wins since I know she wants 3 of them... If you won which one would you pick? Leave me a comment here of which stamp set you'd pick and why that one?

By the RSVP replies we'll be having our biggest class yet with a few extra guests attending for the first time! Welcome ladies and prepare to have a fun night out with this zanny bunch!
Here's a glimpse of the cards we'll be making for the night. We'll be doing some 2 step stamping, wheeling, brayering and some crayon resist. So bring your adhesive rollers, Stamp-A-Ma-Jig if you have one and prepare to have a wheelie good time.