birds sing...bells ring..

It's Wednesday.....it's beautiful...it's rainy again...life is busily humming along, but building a house makes for some grouchy people, I'm now learning....

This too shall pass....an icy cold Coca Cola for me and a Diet Dr. Pepper for...him, and all is well....we are partners in crime. 

Something soothing today....created with Tattered Angels Creme de Rouge Nature Glimmer Chip, an image from the Beach Bingo Board collection, and Glimmer Mist in Sea Glass, Tea Rose, and Tuscan Sun.  I also used paper from the Baby 2 Bride collection from Graphic 45 and my most favorite rubber stamps from Cavallini and Co.  And then of course there is a bit of my treasured, trashy, cardboard....it's my fave thing right now...and it's dirt cheep...sometimes free...in abundance...and often overlooked...but not by this girl...nope.

 

Before I go....some sugared cherries and stampin' for you.  Papertrey Ink Everyday Button Bits and Tags from Spring stamp sets,Hibiscus Burst and Ripe Avocado ink, Sweet Blush buttons, Spring Moss grosgrain, Rustic Cream, and Sweet Blush cardstock.  I added in my favorite Basic Grey paper and a bit of October Afternoon as well. 

A little something that made me smile today, or should I say that it was just what I needed to hear...a gentle reminder...

"Every life has peaks and shadows and times when it seems that the birds don't sing and bells don't ring. Yet in spite of discouragement and adversity, those who are happiest seem to have a way of learning from difficult times, becoming stronger, wiser, and happier as a result."

Joseph B. Wirthlin, "Come What May, and Love It," Ensign, Nov. 2008, 26

Hope your week is wonderful.

Melis

 

Comments

[Gabriela (Gabi With An Eye)]

Glorious cards Melissa - but the cherries are screaming my name. Can you hear them?

[Jana]

These are lovely. I especially loving the cherries. I got that stamp set and can't wait to play with it!

Building a house is stressful -- but it will be SO worth it in the end. Hang in there.

[Kim FAucher]

so beautiful Melissa.. I am so inspired by your cards... Its a rainy day for us here to and while my little ones are away at day camp this week, I will play with my "toys" and create some new cards ;)
God bless..

Kim

[Kimber]

These are all breathtaking. When I see your work, I can't imagine that you could ever have a down moment, but I love your words of inspiration as well as your eye candy. I'm inspired every single day when I get your update in my e-mail inbox! Mmmm, an ice cold Coca Cola...do you think 9am is too early? Sounds delicious! ;) OH, and I love love love your work in this month's Paper Crafts. I like to play a little game with myself when it comes in the mail, it's called "don't look at the designers' names, but spot Melissa's cards" and it's the best game EVER!!! Your cards shine every time!!!!

[Debbie]

Melissa, this is so sweet. I love it. Loved the inspiring words as well.
Debbie

[Char]

I love how you glittered the cherries!!! Those cards are precious!!! Time for more house photos yet?? LOL !!!

[Julie]

I think we all need to hear those things sometimes!!! thtanks for the reminder!
and I love the glittered cherries!!!

[Rebecca Ednie]

So sorry I have been remiss in leaving comments here lately. Just busy, I adore virtually everything you make. I can't wait until you write a book!! Have you been reading the Verve divine details parade? Excellent explainationsof each team member's process, explaining how they think while creating. I'd love a post like that from you!

[Lisa Hjulberg]

Beautiful cards, Melissa! I especially love the cherries card. What a great idea to glitter the buttons.

I wish it were raining here. I just love the rain.

[Julie Ranae]

Really glad I stopped by! You have a beautiful blog and your projects are stunning. Glad to follow along with you.
Hope you will stop by The Open Window and say hello.

[dee]

OMG the beach card is my new fav melis card, LOL. Cardboard is my fav freebie!! Love everything, so wonderful when they show up in the in box.