First of all, a nod to the late Lewis Grizzard; the Elvis quote was the name of one of my favorite books by him. My second favorite was "They Tore My Heart Out and Stomped that Sucker Flat". Lewis had a real way with words.
I decided to try the Teapot Challenge for the first time. It has to do with a picture of a Teapot, a story and the challenge. Y'all KNOW I'm always up for a story! The only downside was that I had asked if it was some type of children's story and had been told no, that it was "a story told by adults" and somehow my screwed up synapses heard 'adult story' and, needless to say, my expectations weren't quite met. (Read the rest at my blog!)
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Registered: October 26, 2009 Location: Oakhurst, near Yosemite Nat'l Park. Posts: 46801
Tue, Dec 17, 2013 @ 6:24 PM
OMGosh you are too funny!!! but seriously, your card is gorgeous and I would like to know what your butterflies are made of??? They look like glass!! Your card is fabulous!
------------------------------ Blessings, Robin Encourage one anotherMy Blog-InkMagination , QFTD201,Dirty Dozen Alumni.Impression Obsession DT, DRS DT.Formerly HC DT, ODBD DT.
Registered: July 20, 2007 Location: Fergus, Ontario, Canada Posts: 52561
Tue, Dec 17, 2013 @ 8:03 PM
First of all.....welcome to the teaparty! You will be a super addition to our Tuesday party! This card is gorgeous! I'm not just saying that because blue is my favourite colour. I love those beautiful hydrangeas! I love the dimension on them and the sweet gold butterflies. It's a real beauty. I'm sorry you were disappointed in the story.
------------------------------ Ina
"Surely His salvation is near those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land." Psalm 85:9
Registered: January 2, 2013 Location: Burlington NC Posts: 1861
Wed, Dec 18, 2013 @ 1:47 AM
Thanks for the sweet compliments! Ina, I want to kiss and cuddle that beautiful baby every time I see this picture! I wasn't disappointed in the story at all...I was trying to make a tongue in cheek joke about hoping for 'adult stories'...wink, wink...but, as usual, I couldn't pull it off. I really need to give up this comedy thing...not like I HAD a 'comedy thing' but I can pretend, right??? I just found out the story behind this week and I'm genuinely happy I can contribute to an SCS sister. How heartbreaking in so many ways and Virginia's situation is something most of us can relate to, in terms of having been there or imagining her pain. I think of my darling brother...we are so close...I can't even process what she must be going through. I wish I could give her a hug and help in any way I could, but this card will have to suffice. I'm so happy to 'meet' all of you and look forward to this weekly challenge. Kudos to all of you for having such gigantic hearts...I hope you know how incredibly special y'all are!! Mwaaah!
------------------------------ Carmen
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Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Deep in the Heart of TEXAS Posts: 15980
Wed, Dec 18, 2013 @ 7:38 AM
Carmen, a big warm welcome to the teaparty! We are so delighted that you have joined us! Those blue flowers are gorgeous! Great card!
------------------------------ Phyllis Young at heart, slightly older in other parts. We really never grow up, we just learn how to act in public!! What if you woke up today with only what you had thanked God for yesterday??
Registered: March 15, 2012 Location: Alabama Posts: 11018
Wed, Dec 18, 2013 @ 3:49 PM
Wow!!! Carmen your card is so VERY pretty!!! What a delight for Virginia to see those gorgeous hydrangeas and sweet little butterflies! So glad you made it to the tea party! Hope to see you again!!!
Registered: January 8, 2011 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 40385
Wed, Dec 18, 2013 @ 9:31 PM
Welcome to the teaparty and you have certainly made a very pretty card for your first party!! Your vibrant blue flowers look lovely and you have chosen such a beautiful sentiment!
------------------------------ Sue
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