This week the Tea Potters are sending paper hugs and good wishes to MaryJo's (aka Icela52) nephew, Henry, who is battling blood and lymphoma cancers. Henry is a Special Olympian in RI so I googled him. Omigosh, the things this man has accomplished. Won tons of medals (three boxes full); traveled the world as an ambassador for Special Olympics; visited the White House three times and was photographed with both Presidents Bush and Clinton; and has been inducted into three different Halls of Fame -- the inaugural class for Special Olympics; Italian Hall of Fame and High School Sports. I'm so impressed that I decided to create my own Hall of Fame for Henry -- a Very Special Guy.
For my card, I printed the sentiment using Rolina Bold and Hometown Personal fonts. I left room for my favorite PB kitty, which I stamped twice -- once on the main panel and again on a separate sheet. Colored and fussy cut the extra image and glued into the main panel. Doing it that way lets you keep all those fun bits of whiskers and fur that is impossible to fussy cut cleanly. I wanted to add rows of sports balls and equipment for all the sports he plays, but there just wasn't room. So I used the star embossing folder instead. And since I don't have a medal stamp or die, I award him a gold star.
MaryJo, your nephew is such an inspiration and I can only imagine how many lives he has touched and influenced with his actions and his story. I hope our cards touch him now and provide a bit of cheer and some big smiles (there are some really great cards in this Gallery). And, I hope everyone is inspired this day to reach for the stars. TFL
Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023 GMT Views: 293
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Registered: March 10, 2017 Location: Laguna Niguel, CA Posts: 6485
Tue, Jul 04, 2023 @ 1:44 PM
Oh, Debbie, I love that you Googled Henry and shared all that info about him! Given all that he has accomplished, no doubt he'll fight his cancer with the same determination! I love that kitty and his big heart! The embossed star BG and gold star are perfect for this Super Star of a guy!
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Registered: February 10, 2006 Location: Mid-Atlantic Posts: 13125
Tue, Jul 04, 2023 @ 1:50 PM
Debbie, you come up with the most awesome ideas ... I just love the sentiment for Henry who is a very special guy! Your fuzzy kitty, who knows Henry has a very big heart, will put a BIG smile on Henry's face!
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God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50670
Tue, Jul 04, 2023 @ 3:38 PM
i don't know why I didn't think of googling Henry....so I did. you're right he is a true star! Love your card..that image is precious! and he certainly does deserve to be int he hall of fame!
Registered: November 24, 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 17731
Tue, Jul 04, 2023 @ 5:24 PM
Striking and good looking card! I like that font choice a lot!
He sounds amazing and very deserving of teapotter SCS love. They often do the Special right after the regular and for reasons I dont know, they dont show them on main tv grrr. I have seen some mind blowing stuff in clips over the years. Long time pet peeve for me.
Henry is a ground breaker and a leading light from your description. Very special human being.
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Registered: February 22, 2007 Location: L’etoile du Nord Posts: 6451
Tue, Jul 04, 2023 @ 6:35 PM
WOWZA, Debbie! You really did your homework about Henry! I love this card you created to applaud all of his wonderful accomplishments! Just perfect for Henry's Teaparty!
------------------------------ -----Liz "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, ..." ~~1 Thess. 4:11 (NIV)
Registered: November 2, 2015 Location: Murrells Inlet, SC Posts: 5920
Wed, Jul 05, 2023 @ 4:05 AM
Debbie, thank you for that. Your card is Fabulous in everyway. Henry is a super star in our eyes and an inspiration to all of us. My sister-in-law was a super mom She created an environment for Henry to flourish and grow as a human being and he certainly did that. His brothers and sisters will not let him use the word I can't it is always yes you can. His family champion's his accomplishments every day and they are also a big part of fundraisers for Special Olympics. Thank you for making him a super star today. It breaks my heart I cannot be with him at this time. Your cards to him are the next best thing because you are all part of my life.
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Registered: January 19, 2014 Location: Central Indiana Posts: 91013
Wed, Jul 05, 2023 @ 5:29 AM
This is one fabulous happy kitty full of so much love to send to Henry. Super job getting his favorite colors and I really love the sentiment. Henry is going to love this adorable card.