The Dirty Dozen? Really? It started with a PM from Lydia regarding my Albums vs. Gallery, and I was certain I had done something wrong, at least wrong enough to warrant this message. We chatted about all that is SCS for about five minutes, and Lydia asked me if I would like to be a part of the Dirty Dozen! Not in my wildest dreams had I ever even entertained such a thought! Silence fell, and tears- tears of relief that I had not gone astray in the gallery, and tears of unbelief.
Growing up in the mountains of Northern California, I met my sweetheart 38 years ago. We married and moved to Clovis, Ca. where we raised our two wonderful sons. Soon my DH will retire and by next May, I will join him in the Land of Retirement as we move to Cody, Wyoming to be with our children and grandchild- who are the center of our lives! Card making has become a passion for me ever since my first SU Class some years ago. My Demo, and now "Bestie IRL" Natalie introduced me to SU, and the fire began! I had no idea about this world but was fascinated by all Natalie created- she started with a torn piece of paper, and I was done! I bought my first set, thinking although I could not make “real” cards, I could use the scriptures I bought to make stationery. Now, I literally wake up with ideas in the wee hours, and get to it before the sun comes up! I love that stamping is an outlet to share my family, my faith and sometimes my twisted sense of humor as well.
One thing I can tell you about this journey is that I am mindful of all that SCS has done for my paper crafting, and all of the beautiful and talented people in this place. After looking for some time, I joined and began commenting. It took some time before I had the courage to upload, and that is when it started. The encouragement found through others in SCS has been incredible and I am so thankful for those who share ideas, techniques and often their hearts on paper. I have often called SCS “Card College”, and have taken so much inspiration from others, and have my favorite “Professors” too. I love how this community of stampers comes together to sharpen one another, and also how my very best friends have come from this place. I have been blessed to meet many of those I came to love, and can honestly say I have never met a Stamper I did not have an instant bond with. Lydia, thank you so much for this opportunity. I hope we can kick up some dust together in this Dirt Pile! Hugs.....
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Registered: July 30, 2006 Location: Appomattox, VA Posts: 12589
Fri, Feb 18, 2011 @ 6:26 PM
Woo hoo Pat!!! I am so excited for you!! You are so deserving my friend!! I am sorry I did not comment earlier, however I have been sick. Don't want to miss congratulating you on this awesome moment though. You rock girlfriend. Can't wait to see you creations as a dirty girl.
Registered: November 9, 2004 Location: Hampton Roads, VA Posts: 9413
Fri, Feb 18, 2011 @ 6:28 PM
Pat - What a wonderful and beautiful thing that has just happened!!! You are so right about SCS "Card College" - there are so many AMAZING and TALENTED stampers here, and by sharing their talents and encourage others, we continue to learn and grow as a crafting community - and you are definitely one of the PROFESSORS :-). I am always amazed by your creations and so touched by the kind comments you leave on my cards. I cannot wait to see the wonderful designs you create with this group!!
Registered: January 19, 2009 Location: iowa Posts: 37114
Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 8:31 AM
Oh Pat I'm so happy for you! You truly deserve this honor! You are such a wonderful funny kind person! And your talent knows no bounds! Congrats my friend! Hugs
------------------------------ ~Linda~ Proud Fan Club Member My Gallery
Registered: September 12, 2006 Location: Claremore, OK Posts: 8616
Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 2:24 PM
Yay, Pat! Congratulations and welcome to the pile, sweet lady! Have a blast and enjoy every moment. I'll look forward to all you make to inspire the rest of us.
Registered: February 21, 2009 Location: Mt. Pulaski, IL Posts: 29131
Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 3:50 PM
It sounds so very odd to say - you belong (as the others girls have said "in the dirt pile") - but you do! Your love of the art, your thoughtfulness and kindnesses, your time and generosity to others - all of these things and more -- make you so deserving of the many blessings in life! Thank you for always taking the time to respond to my questions and to comment on my cards - you are a wonderful friend!
------------------------------ Kathy - 101 Airborne - My Gallery and My Blog
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 4:17 PM
Pat, my goodness, I just found out you were selected as a member of the Dirty Dozen. Have they been lookin' at them there cowboy cards you been a makin'?
I don't know what to say except - YEE HAW and then some. Pat, you so deserve this. Your talent is beyond comparison. You have a huge heart, a great sense of humor and I am beside myself with joy at this huge acknowledgement not only for your stamping talent, but your special place among the SCS's. We love ya Pat. I still can't believe it. Love your story and I know you can't wait to move to Wyoming with your family. Love and HUGS!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 4:22 PM
P.S. Your photo is GAWGEOUS to say the least! I just got my paper cowboy out and showed him your new photo and a part of the dirt pile. He's mighty proud of you now ya' hear. Make him proud!!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44