Yep- that's what Joanne's gallery is- a knock out! I was so excited to see Joanne as our FS this week, as I have long admired her talent. I used this card of Joanne's to influence my card today, using her fence as my focus:
I still sponged a sky in the bg, and changed the critter from a bunny to a changito, but Joanne's fence is what really caught my eye. Joanne, thanks for sharing your beautiful work. Your gallery is one that always makes me smile.
This card is for Tom, a baseball fan, who is just now going thru his first chemo treatments. I know the image is a bit 'child like' for a man in his 50's, but Tom's faith is incredible and this stamp reminded me that we should have a child like faith- just totally believe. Prayers for Tom are appreciated, thank you for looking!
Date: Sunday, August 9, 2009 GMT Views: 1550
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Registered: May 11, 2004 Location: Alberta Posts: 9636
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:31 PM
love it.... and I hope it brings real encouragement to Tom as he goes through chemo.... may his faith grow stronger as he faces this "bend in the road"
Registered: September 12, 2007 Location: Wake Forest, NC Posts: 61357
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:35 PM
What a sweet card. I think you're becoming our next resident Nutmeg artist. a 50 year old man undergoing chemo will clearly see the beauty of approaching God with child like innocence. Your card is just a hoot and so wonderful for someone undergoing something as difficult as chemo!
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Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:41 PM
OMG Pat, this is INCREDIBLE!!! You and JoAnne have got it going with the scenic and fence cards. Wow, I'm really impressed. You cards are always so tailored to a particular theme or person. In this case, it's both. How cool about approaching God with childlike innocence. It's so hard to do that sometimes, but this card really drives home that simple trust!! TFS!
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Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 83770
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:50 PM
I think I will refer to you as the encourager instead of the enabler. This is so, so cute - I would think even a stuffy old CEO of some stuffy old company would love to get it. That inner child in anyone would stand up and catch this one for sure. Such a happy, happy card. I will definitely add Tom to my prayers - chemo is no, no fun.
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
Registered: August 6, 2007 Location: Warm, sunny and beautiful GA!!! Posts: 21370
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:53 PM
I'll definitely will keep Tom in my prayers... I'm happy to hear he knows he can trust in God!!! Tom will love this incredible card for sure - I know I would - LOL!!! I love all the fine details you've added to this card !!! You rock!!! Hugs ~S~
Registered: November 5, 2007 Location: Hamilton, ON, Canada Posts: 13629
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 6:56 PM
Fabulous card Pat and your details as always are impeccable! It will be sure to bring a smile and some comfort to your friend as he goes through his treatments! Kudos on this one!!
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Registered: February 1, 2005 Location: Temple, Tx Posts: 37720
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 7:03 PM
Ooooh, Sistah...what a FABULOUS card!!!!!! The little monkey is just perfect for any age and your fence is sooo awesome!!!!! I love the sky with the gorgeous trees in the background and the baseball thingys go perfectly with the little image....you did a wonderful job on this, girlfriend, and your friend will love it!!! Prayers going out to Tom right now!!!!! Love ya!!!
Registered: September 12, 2004 Location: Redmond, Washington Posts: 54470
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 7:18 PM
Oh Pat, this card is a home run!!! I totally love your beautifully detailed scene, everything about it is a total delight. I keep going back to look at it some more, there are so many wonderful things to take in and enjoy.
I am saying some prayers for your friend Tom and his successful treatment and quick recovery. This will bring him joy, I know.
Thanks so much for playing today and for your kind and thoughtful comments!
Joanne
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Registered: July 1, 2007 Location: small town near montreal, quebec Posts: 26677
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 7:26 PM
Truly in the Pat Smethers fashion, lovely, filled with love and funny too. Sure to bring a smile to Tom in this time of hardship. I will make sure he is thought of in my heart. TFS my sweet sweet friend.