fanciful things...

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend.  Ours was great...busy...and sweet. We spent a couple of evenings with my brother and sister-in law, and her family, here visiting their daughter, sister, and Auntie, all the way from Hawaii.  I truly have never met such genuine, kind-hearted, unselfish, people filled with pure goodness...I've discovered the Hawaiin people open their hearts to others in a way that I wish I did more graciously...I was taught a couple of important lessons through their gentle, loving nature and I'm so glad I had the chance to spend time with them.  I can see why she misses them so much. 

 

On the way home, my little one fell asleep and I enjoyed watching her as we traveled the long road  home.  It was sweet to see her gramps hurry out of the truck to be the first to carry her inside when we got home and my heart melted as  I understood how much he loves and misses this simple ritual  he was able to do with his own kids many years ago.  We said goodbye after the hand-off came and my husband got to do what he loves to do by carrying her into bed...then it was my turn and I realized how much I enjoy being the one to tuck her in...gently getting my sleeping little bean out of her muddy clothes and into her jammies, brushing out her hair, and tucking her into bed by the light of the moon...it is rare that my girl falls asleep before bedtime, so when it happens, it is special to me...kind of like a little treat...a moment when everything seems to slow down and come into focus...the little things are magnified, the things that seem so big are meaningless, and life is as it should be.  I recognized the moment as a sweet, personal gift from my Heavenly Father directly to me....a moment to be memorized.

 

As a treat to myself, I am participating in The Color Room...a beautiful place to spend some time, each week presenting lovely color combinations and inspiration.  This is my card for the color palette this week.

I used Crafty Secrets Altered Fairy Scraps, fabric, velvet leaves, a doily, Maya Road trinket pin, Doodlebug Chunky Glitter, and scrunched seam binding from Memrie Mare. 

Lastly...as I'm still enjoying fall and all things warm, cozy, rich, and earthy.....

 
This card was created using Papertrey Ink's Falling Leaves and Friendship Jar Fall Fillers stamp sets. 

 
 
Well...my time is short tonight as it's pumpkin carving night and we're having Yummy Mummies for dinner :)

Enjoy your night.

Melis

Comments

[laura huffman]

so precious for an opportunity to share your bean with family. love is so vital to life. hugs.

[Hayley G]

I know it's no comparison, but I love my own little beans too, especially when they are sleepy and settled down. (they are the furry four legged kind, some bark, and some meow!)
A beautiful card for sure. Always a treat when I get to see your new cards. Thanks for the inspiration Melissa.

Hayley

[Anne T]

Such a sweet post with equally sweet projects. I wish you well.

[Kim Price]

I just LOVE your altered fairy card, It's absolutely adorable. I got that warm fuzzy feeling inside as soon as I saw it.

[Jing-Jing]

Such fantastic projects, we are so lucky that you are participating in the color room, so so lucky we are!

[Stella]

And another collection of handmade beauties; as always. I can't pick one...I love them all. Breathtaking Melissa!

[Lisa]

What a beautiful post!

[Nora Anne]

Love your cards :) and also your story. Sounds like a wonderful visit with your sister-in-laws family and some precious moments with your little one!

[Theresa from Virginia]

I always enjoy looking at all of your creations - they are a feast for my eyes with each post! But I also love to READ your posts - you are always so thoughtful and gracious in your writings - I don't know you, but wish I had the opportunity!

[willireb]

So enjoyed your cards, and just realized that I haven't taken the time to comment. You got me interested in The Color Room, so my thanks all around.

[Alice W.]

thanks for a sweet post and cards. it's always a treat to read your posts. =)