because I want to...
that's why :) This is breakfast...and I'm not one bit sorry about it. I have been quite a grouch lately...I figure it will turn me into one happy momma. And, really...who can resist a Santa Coke? I didn't even try to resist...just grabbed me a 12 pack and smiled all the way home. It's a simple pleasure....do you have one?
This day is going to be fuller than full....we are getting our trusses for the house today...I need to whip up something yummy to take to the workers, story hour, bills and displays at the store, make sure my little one has a happy day, and get ready for a day shopping for house stuff with my husband tomorrow....can't wait for that. So today, I'll put my head down and get right through it all and take him out for a steak in the big city tomorrow :)
A couple of things to share with you today....I seem to have a new favorite color combo on my mind right now....not sure how it happened, but I like it. I used a Hambly rub on here, along with October Afternoon paper, Doodlebug glitter, Kraft cardstock, Gold Shimmer cardstock,Aqua Mist ribbon, and Heartfelt Basic stamp set from Papertrey Ink on this.
More Hambly rub ons here....more October Afternoon paper....YUM, Papertrey Aqua Mist ribbon, Doodlebug glitter and brads, American Crafts felt, and Hero Arts stamps.
A fun fetish with fun colors :)
Well....it's time I scrubbed a toilet around here or something......
Have a wonderful day everyone!
Melis
These cards are wonderful! Personally, I think that a Diet Coke for breakfast is perfectly fine! I'm not a regular Coke kind of gal, but my DC and I spend many mornings together!
Posted by: Jingle | November 20, 2008 at 09:40 AM
The breakfast of champions.... ;)
stunning work too!!
Love your color combination here!
Posted by: rae | November 20, 2008 at 10:57 AM
OH, I'm with you all the way w/that Santa Coke! I'm trying so hard to quit, but have to have one at least every other day! Love your new color combination - so very pretty. Have fun shopping for your new home.
Posted by: Troy Louise | November 20, 2008 at 11:10 AM
You crack me up! When I was in high school I'd have a Coke for breakfast! I drink Diet now when we go out, which is often! Anyway, I love your cards - they are just beautiful and FUN! Have fun tomorrow!
Posted by: Jackie W. | November 20, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Well first of all...I love these cards and the color combo....very lovely!!! Second, I have coffee for breakfast....but I MUST have a Dr Pepper....every day....oh yes...every day!!! LOL!!! HUGS!!
Posted by: DeeDee | November 20, 2008 at 11:51 AM
Love the card, and sometimes you just have to have that Coke...for me it is Dr. Pepper. I like the color combo. you used too. It is different and I like it!
Blessings,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | November 20, 2008 at 12:31 PM
you go girl!!!!!! I don't drink Coke, but I am seriousely addicted to coffee so I can relate. I just love all of your creations so much-you have such talent!!!! Thank you for being a constant source of inspiration!!!!
Posted by: krista | November 20, 2008 at 01:05 PM
You are too cute! For me it used to be Mt. Dew, but I weaned myself to Diet Dr. Pepper. Gotta have one each morning while I surf the net. LOL Love your cards, beautiful as always! =)
Posted by: Danielle Flanders | November 20, 2008 at 02:04 PM
That can is so cute. Man, we don't get any cute things lihe that here at Christmastime, well except me of course ;-). Can't wait to hear more about your new house, it's a dream of ours to build our own house but land here is so out of control, it's not likely to happen unless we win the lottery. Are you scrapping the different stages of the build?
Posted by: Alison Behan | November 20, 2008 at 03:21 PM
Cute cards! The coke picture is great and i love your outlook on drinking it!
Posted by: Jessica | November 20, 2008 at 03:38 PM
Oh, goodies for the house, you will have so much fun picking things out! We picked out our appliances a few weeks ago, doesn't do us any good right now though because we are still working on the plumbing. My BF is doing everything himself so it is taking awhile. I love Coke, Yummo! Love your creations as always!
Posted by: Annette | November 20, 2008 at 05:15 PM
Hey, if you're going to have a coke for breakfast why feel guilty right? It wouldn't be fun than! I kicked the caffine habit last march, but my simple pleasure since it's been so cold has been a cup of cocoa with marshmallows after dinner!
Great cards too! Love the cheerful colors. My fave is the second one!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathryn Martin | November 20, 2008 at 05:21 PM
Oh I know what you mean! When the Santa Packs are coming commercial comes on I get soooo excited!!!
Posted by: Mary | November 20, 2008 at 05:23 PM
Love your blog! The Santa coke make me smile after a long day! Thanks!
Posted by: Laura Bargwell | November 20, 2008 at 06:04 PM
LOL....too funny having a coke for brekky....for me it's too fizzy...makes me burp LOL. Not good! My love is chocolate...a little each day, usually at night with a cup of tea. Happy days Melissa! Hope the coke worked a treat on the grouchiness:-)
Posted by: Linda | November 20, 2008 at 06:41 PM
Looks like my kind of breakfast, girlie! Except mine would come in a green can and say Mello Yello. :-) Love the cards! Have fun shopping tomorrow! Yay you! :-)
Posted by: Betsy V | November 20, 2008 at 08:18 PM
These cards are so cute Melis!! Have fun shopping tomorrow!! XOXO
Posted by: Nancy van den Berg | November 20, 2008 at 11:54 PM
I have done this before now with a diet coke or a dr pepper not for a long long time though but not seen the Santa ones yet here in London, UK but when I do I'll be right there!!! :) Also at this festive time of year (my favourite holiday) you can get away with having a few extra treats...right? xx :)
Posted by: bonnie | November 21, 2008 at 01:24 AM
I just had to stop by and finally comment. I don't know that I ever have but I wanted to let you know that I read your blog every time you update and am always inspired.
I left you a little award over on my blog~ I hope you'll stop by to see it.
http://conradcreations.blogspot.com/2008/11/oh-wow-my-first-award-i-was-give-this.html
((hugs)) Mechelle
Posted by: Mechelle | November 21, 2008 at 01:29 AM
There is a little something for you on my blog and PS I am tagging you!
http://softangelkisses.blogspot.com/2008/11/who-me.html
Posted by: Mary | November 21, 2008 at 05:37 AM
I LOVE your blog & all your creations! I discovered your blog on Monday & have just finished reading the archives all the way back to the beginning!! Now I think I'm addicted to your blog! LOL!! Now, when you say you had coke for breakfast you mean as a drink with your food yes??? I don't drink any fizzy soda drinks (I'm a real English girl who drinks tea or water mostly!)but I do love the Christmas Cocca Cola adverts especially the one with the train. My 3 boys love it too!
Anyway, thanks for all your inspiration! Emily :o)
Posted by: Emily | November 21, 2008 at 06:20 AM
PS I must add that my husband is addicted to Dr Pepper!! :D Emily x
Posted by: Emily | November 21, 2008 at 06:22 AM
what was the saying, "Life goes better with Coke"! some days that is just so very true! I happen to like Diet Coke with Lime partially frozen so that there are lots of little ice crystals floating around. not that I am picky or anything. ;) of course my hubby says he thinks it tastes like furniture polish, but that is okay by me. I like it!
your cards are wonderful! and those colors really rock. the addition of the ribbon really makes it! :) have fun with all of your things to do! and the Coke Santa is probably my fave ever! we need him on a stamp! :D
Posted by: Jennifer Scull | November 21, 2008 at 07:26 AM
hope you enjoyed your coke for breakfast girl!! you deserve it!! Love your new cards--that color combo is great!
Posted by: Kandis | November 21, 2008 at 08:05 AM
LOVE THE COLOR COMBO OF YOUR CARDS!!!!!!!
ok, now that that has been said, I have to have my mocha mix every morning. Sometimes I don't even really want it, take a few sips and pour out the rest. I think it's an addiction I need to break, cause it's all sugar!
Posted by: Jenn | November 21, 2008 at 08:05 AM