Morning....it came a bit too soon for us...one of those up all night kind of nights...it was stormy and scary for a little one in new surroundings...ummm...and maybe for her mama too. But we weathered it together just fine....daddy snored on and on and didn't seem to notice that the roof was ready to blow off...he's very skilled in the sleep department...I need lessons.
The moon and stars are so vibrant out here where there isn't a single street light....it's truly breathtaking. My little one is learning all about the Solar System....I'm amazed...she is soaking in every tiny detail and each night while we're snuggling, we watch the moon and the stars and she tells me everything she knows.
Last night was a first for her because as she was snuggle in her bed, she could watch the clouds float swiftly and gently across the sky passing right in front of the moon....it was a perfectly witch-y moon....and a small and beautiful wonder for my girl. I don't think she's ever seen clouds move before...they were beautiful and wispy and glowed around the edges. So sweet to sit and experience life through the eyes of a child from time to time.
I created this card using a beautiful Cotton Scrap from Crafty Secrets, a Glimmer Chip from Tattered Angels, Making Memories paper, vintage trim, glitter, adhesive pearls, and buttons of course.
I have the morning to work and create a few things for my etsy shop....it's a perfect day to bundle up and stay inside where it's warm...perhaps tonight will be a soup night....I can't wait to wish you a Happy October tomorrow.
Ohhhh...and wouldn't THIS make the most perfect warm, cozy, homey, ooey, gooey fall treat? Sigh....I love you Bakerella :)
Melis
So sorry you had a rough night. Very peaceful and pretty card!
Posted by: Ashjoy | September 30, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Oh, such a beautiful card!!
Sorry to hear you had such a rough night.
Posted by: Elizabeth S. | September 30, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Loved hearing about the view from the window...sounds absolutely wonderful! I know you like MS recipes - can recommend the Seafood Stew in this month's Everyday Food. Quick and delicious! (PS. the card is fabulous!!)
Posted by: Christina Franco | September 30, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Yet another beautiful card, Melissa! I'm sorry you had such a rough night...i hope your little one is feeling more settled about going to school. Stephanie x
Posted by: Stephanie | September 30, 2009 at 10:27 AM
Such a dreamy card for such a starry night. Perfection!
Posted by: Patty M | September 30, 2009 at 11:01 AM
I just came across your beautiful inspiring blog! Thanks for sharing your stories and creations! Hope you have a lovely night tonight.
Posted by: Linda | September 30, 2009 at 02:09 PM
wow, Melissa, you have such a wonderful way with words... I bet your little one enjoys listening to you telling stories... so descriptively .. it really sets the scene so well!!
Love this sweet little card .. my two littles are sweetly slumbering away and this fits the mood for a cool autumn night!
Thanks for your beautiful inspiration!
Peace,
Kim
Posted by: Kim FAucher | September 30, 2009 at 06:01 PM
Beautifully dreamy card!
Posted by: Abby | September 30, 2009 at 06:03 PM
This is absolutely adorable and I just love it heaps. Yum.
Posted by: Kim Price | September 30, 2009 at 06:19 PM
beautiful card - thank you so much for giving us something beautiful to look at - and oh!! bakerella's pie just makes my teeth hurt!! :^0
Posted by: sarita | September 30, 2009 at 09:21 PM
Oh, this is so beautiful Melissa!
Posted by: bibbi | October 01, 2009 at 01:19 AM
So, so pretty, Melis. I think I swoon at everything you do. It all just warms my heart.
Posted by: teri | October 01, 2009 at 11:26 AM
Just adorable!!! I love it! xOxO
Posted by: deb famularo | October 01, 2009 at 01:32 PM
Beautiful card. We had a storm, too, and the close proximity of lightning and thunder snapped me out of bed at 4 a.m. It is a little unnerving and so powerful. Wow, that is one serious dessert. I'll have to save that for a special celebration. TFS.
Posted by: Kathy W | October 01, 2009 at 03:52 PM
Beautiful card, love the Crafty Secrets fabric scraps as the children are always so angelic. Thanks for the Bakerella link, looks divine. Have fun in Salt Lake!
Posted by: Elise | October 01, 2009 at 09:50 PM
Such a lovely card! Your work is so inspirational.
Posted by: Karen | October 02, 2009 at 11:23 AM
Melissa I ahve used many of your cards for inspiration. Thank you for them and the urge you have created in me to blog.
Posted by: Donna meyers | October 02, 2009 at 07:57 PM
What do you use to age the corners? is it a tim holts ink pad?
Posted by: Alyssa b | October 02, 2009 at 09:58 PM
I love ALL of your cards! I also love reading your blog. It's part of my morning routine! Thanks for all you share! Your style is perfect!
Posted by: Valerie C | October 03, 2009 at 03:15 AM
So soft and sweet. Love the sparkle and buttons!! FABULOUS!!
Posted by: Jessy K | October 04, 2009 at 10:20 AM
This is sooo beautiful!
Posted by: Lene | October 04, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Just read your g'night moon entry.. I don't think the interesting and amazing things kids tell you ever stop ... I still chuckle at some of the things that I hear from my boy.. and he's 10 ..
Posted by: Debra | October 04, 2009 at 07:14 PM
Awesome. It is amazing how some people come up with cool blogs. you provided an excellent card to my question.
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