Saturdays at home with my best pal are my favorite. It's been too cold to be outside for too long, but warm and cozy inside together. The "tween" years have me scratching my head most of the time :)...so much to love in one little body and SO much going on in that same little body. I have to remind myself that she's a bundle of emotions and sorting through them properly is a lesson that literally takes a lifetime :). My time with her is going by way too quickly. Why didn't anyone warn me that this would happen?
Today's card uses one of my most favorite sets from Papertrey Ink, the Brushed Blooms stamp set, and a bit of Lemoncraft mixed in as well.
Flowers in the winter make me smile and remind me of what is sure to come here in a matter of months. I love the cycle of the seasons. Each new season, with all of its beauty, is a gentle reminder of Heavenly Father's love.
My Keep Collective bracelets/bands today build upon one of my favorite scriptures regarding just what "love" is, and I love wearing the reminder, because, with a "tween" sulking around rolling her eyes from time to time, ha :)...I need to remember what love is and behave myself when I feel like rolling my eyes right back. Please tell me I'm not alone :).
I love the Rose Gold/Saddle Mixed Metal Double Bands....such a lovely color and mixing the metals is so much fun. Each band is reversible, which means that you get two colors to play around with and enjoy with each band. The bottom Blush/Champagne band is soft and beautiful too. I'm truly so smitten:). You can find out more and shop for yourself HERE in my Keep shop.
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I love this reminder and am so thankful for my journey :).
Enjoy your day!
Melis
I love the brushed blooms-it looks like you painted them yourself.
Posted by: Sue S | January 10, 2016 at 04:43 AM
Your brushed blooms are beautiful, the tiny stamping images on the right really highlight the card!!
Posted by: jan metcalf | January 10, 2016 at 06:16 AM
Gorgeous! Lovely cards
Posted by: Natalie Winterstein | January 10, 2016 at 07:58 AM
What a pretty card, Melis! Love that birdcage and the flair button. Yes, children do grow up too quickly. It's a whole range of new emotions for them that last awhile. Patience and love are the keys.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | January 10, 2016 at 09:13 AM
So Gorgeous...
So true what you tell...I could have told you the same about my two boys..28 en 24 now...
Posted by: Holly Saveur | January 11, 2016 at 01:36 AM
My little one is at the same stage....growing so fast....too fast for my heart. Beautiful card and quote.... :) Jill
Posted by: Jill Norwood | January 11, 2016 at 03:24 AM
I LOOOOVE flowers ANYTIME of the year! LOL Your card is GORGEOUS, Melissa!!! I am ALWAYS LOOKING for flower stamps! They're basically TIMELESS & can cover a variety of occasions! ;) You are NOT alone with your daughter! Ours is in her 20's & we still deal with the attitude! LOL But, with talking & hugs, understanding & love & believing the best in each other, we help each other grow! The learning for either of us is NEVER DONE! ;) (((BIG HUGS!)))
Posted by: Becky Green | January 11, 2016 at 08:06 AM
J'adoooore, it's very beautiful. Bravo Mélissa. Big Kiss. Cécile.
Posted by: Cécile | January 11, 2016 at 12:05 PM
It couldn't be prettier, Melissa. J'adore aussi.I have grandchildren who are already rolling their eyes at me so, yes, I know of what you speak only too well. P.S. I'm saving up my pennies for those bracelets, no thanks to you!
Posted by: Diana K | February 01, 2016 at 05:48 AM