Just "rejoined" & reintroduction

[CindyLouWho101]

Hi all,
I was a past member a long time ago. Have been a SU demonstrator in the past, and have been making cards for about 20 years. I can't remember my login info when I was a member before, but it was CindyLouWho something, so I just rejoined, as I've rekindled my love for making cards, and wanted to see if Splitcoast was still around.

I began cardmaking when my father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and he came to live with my family. I was limited with time to leave my house, and a good friend,introduced me to cardmaking. I was hooked, and placed my first order for stamps and cardstock, 20 years ago. Cardmaking kept me sane when life was tough to deal with. I would put my kiddos and dad to bed, and stay up until 1-2am, stamping my heart out, for sanity's sake. SOOOoooooooo glad I did...I needed an outlet.

Years later, life has had some twists and turns, and I find myself stamping once again, to feel more connected in life with people I lost touch with, and also to make cards and send to people I need to reconnect with.

I am a full time Realtor, and am currently working on making some cards to give my clients when they close on a house, and am currently planning my Christmas cards for 2020.

SCS was very sweet to my family and I 8 years ago, when my daughter was diagnosed with cancer, and I was dealing with aging parent's on hospice. All ya'll sent some really sweet cards to my daughter, and even my dad, during that season. I will never forget how thoughtful my stampin sistahs were during that season in life...

Hugs to all,
CindyLouWho
aka clw

[mac4551]

welcome back ! Cardmaking can give peace in our lives - I have been making cards over 40 years (back when construction paper was used, along with hand embroidery and needle punch). I only found rubber stamping in about 1993 (my late husband and I were walking thru a mall and found a booth demonstrating Stampin' Up items) and my stamping has evolved from there ! I mostly lurk on here, but have found great inspiration and awesome crafting friends. If you have a question, someone replies with the perfect response, sometimes giving you more than one option for your issue/question.. if you love making cards for others, Cards for a Cause is the perfect place to start, along with Teapot Tuesdays forum.

Again, welcome back !

[lovinpaper]

Welcome back! I make cards for an outlet to keep me sane. Enjoy getting back into stamping and navigating around this site. I am sure a lot has changed, but maybe not too much that you find it difficult. Enjoy!

[cnsteele]

Welcome back to SCS, CindyLouWho! That's wonderful you have such warm memories of here and that you returned to stamping. This art has sweet memories for me, too. I hope to see you around the forums and see your artwork!

[wavejumper]

Welcome back! I too have been the recipient of "SCS Love" when I lost my DH....this place rocks!

I love your name. See you around!

[jkanack]

Welcome back, hope to see you in the galleries!

[Huntwoman]

I couldn’t love your name more! My stamping introduction and therapy were similar. I’m thankful for the gang here too. Met many lovely friends along the way.