Well....today's inspiration challenge was to honor someone who inspires you. Well....I have many people (and some pets) who inspire me in one way or another. However, I chose to do this card for my dear friend, JoAnne. (no....no...not myself....this is my dear friend, JoAnne....notice the capital A...that distinguishes me from her....lol)
JoAnne has been the dearest of friends for nearly 40 years.....she is one of those people who expect nothing but give it all......she has always been my 'cheerleader' through thick and thin, good times and bad.......and has been the person who has accompanied me to my retina specialist visits which are often very tense and worrisome for me. She is also the epitome of the saying that your friends become your chosen family. Her husband and son have become just as wonderful to me as JoAnne has always been.
JoAnne is also my most 'fav' card recipient. She has saved every card I have sent her......even when they weren't so great......cuz she has always understoon that it doesn't matter how they look....she knew it came from the heart.
So....I now try to send my most favorite creations to her. This will be a holiday card for her and I know she will love it, no matter how it looks.
Thanks for reading this 'dedication' and for looking at my card.
Registered: April 12, 2005 Location: SW Michigan Posts: 63356
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 7:29 PM
Sure, sure, a friend named JoAnne!!! LOL! OK, I believe you Joanne. This card has your signature all over it and that new bg tulle stamp is perfect for your cards!
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Registered: February 1, 2005 Location: Temple, Tx Posts: 37720
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 8:09 PM
This is absolutely gorgeous...you make a black and white color combo light up with color....love all your layers and the stamps you used to create this masterpiece!! Your special friend will treasure it, tfs!!