"May The Fourth"

Hello beautiful people on this Monday, May 4, 2020.
Sorry, I'm not into Star Wars so don't expect a blog commentary on that subject.  We all know the pandemic is still on the move.  I have no comments in that area neither.
The weekend is over and we have reached the month of May.  I am a former teacher so to all my peers who are still in the profession...Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week.  I can only send you a virtual bouquet, hug and candy to support the process and progress that is still being made by all.  Your classrooms may look a lot different as of this day and time but the joy of knowing you are still making an impression on the minds of others whether little or big.
I have two projects to share with you today.  They are both for Mother's Day.  As a matter of fact, one can be used just to show "LOVE" during any occasion.
Our topic from our Pastor was on Wisdom.  I am not writing my own comments today, however, just think about your Mom whether living or have passed on, does/did she inspire wisdom in you?

 I used Stamperia "Old Lace" paper pad to make this card along with flowers from Prima and a button from my stash.  The die cut leaves are from a Tim Holtz die.

The card in which I named "Mother" is made from the following:
Cardstock: chipboard covered with Mulberry paper that has been crinkled.  White Distress ink was applied with a stencil to go over some of the crinkles and to make a path at the bottom of the card.
A chipboard filmstrip was used to represent a step-up ladder for the lady (an Aliexpress die).  The dog and the banner are also from Aliexpress.
I placed a shaker element in the far right corner.  Behind the element is a piece of cardstock with a pink rose.  Below the shaker is a bunch of Prima flowers which are also pink.  I can never finish a card without a butterfly or faux gems.  This project uses the butterfly from Prima.
If you follow me on WordArtWednesday this card will appear there:  https://www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.com.

Thanks everyone for viewing with me today.  Remember, Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 10, 2020.  If you cannot take her out to dinner or visit her, make her something pretty and put it in the mail before this weekend.

Sending you a hug and love,
Lois

"Live In The Moment"

Happy Wednesday everyone.  It is the middle of the week and I know you are busy with a lot of things on the job or around the house.  Christmas decorations are going up if you didn't get that chance last Friday.  The year is almost over and there are still things to finish before saying goodbye to 2019. 
But today is Wednesday, December 4, 2019.  Let's just "live in the moment".  We don't know what the next day will bring or the next minute...let's live in this moment.
What will happen if you just cut off your phone, iPad, TV or computer for just fifteen minutes?  Do you think the world will pass you by and you would miss something?  Try this little activity for fifteen minutes or maybe five if you can't go that long.  Shut off everything and focus on the moment.
If you're near a window, notice the environment and enjoy nature while shutting out everything else. 
Living for the moment and taking notice of the small things will help you cultivate more positive experiences.  Now, smile!!!  Yes, you can do it.  This may make you feel better and your day will have a happy ending.
Card shares for you:

entry for
https://www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.com

 Stamperia Old Lace DP was used along with Nuvo Gloss white crystal drops.  "LOVE" is the sentiment...which puts me one card ready for Valentine's Day.

 49 & Market Cottage Life DP was used to make this card.  There is so much going on...I felt the need to send a hug to someone.

49 & Market DP was used to make this card also.  It was designed by using a sketch from Splitcoaststampers SC778.  I wanted to label this one "Special Delivery" but the stamp was too big for space that went with the sketch.  Therefore, I used the sentiment from the paper collection.

Thanks for viewing with me today.  Come and enjoy yourself again.

Sending you a hug and love

"Creating With Stamperia Old Lace Paper"

Good day to all.
We've made it to another happy day.  Yes, the weather is rainy with severe storms reported for the afternoon...but, we are still here.
Over on the National Day Calendar the celebration is for Senior Citizens.  Now, why do I get a call wishing me a happy Senior Citizen day.  I got the call because as time rolled along,  I welcomed the opportunity and the privilege to be a Senior Citizen.  There are some benefits of being a Senior Citizen...discounts at restaurants, motels, shopping (certain days of the week), etc. I also welcome the opportunity to have obtained knowledge and information to pass on to this younger generation.  With some, I get respect and with others I do not.  However, all is still good...I have to love them in spite of the opposition and knowing that all people are not going to love me back.
So, that leads me to my sentiment and card for today, "With Love":

entry for http://www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.com

Enabler's List:

cardstock: PaperandMore yellowish cardstock; Recollections brown; Neenah white; DP from Stamperia "Old Lace"

die: Alina Craft and Hunkydory 

embellishment: Nuvo gloss white drops

Thanks for the support and encouragement you have given.  It means a lot to know you appreciate something I'm doing and sharing.

Come again and enjoy the view.

Sending you a hug and love,

Lois