Category Archives: Family and Friends

No really in the mood today

Great Grandma passed away last night – she had reached a truly wonderful age, but it was definitely time to go to a better place.

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Not much time, but a link added to my blogroll

have a look at this lovely blog:  Penelope’s Pitstop. News on Oliver:  he’s not doing too bad, but there have been a few complications last night and today.  Still, we are remaining very positive, he’s a strong wee thing.

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Despite my best intentions, life just seems to keep getting in the way at the moment

I managed to do a tiny bit of crafting last week, and yesterday rushed off to get a few bits and pieces as one of my friends was due over for an early supper, unfortunately no sooner had I left … Continue reading

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A little too much wine I’m afriad

and all I feel like is going to sleep.  We’ve just got back from the most scrumptious lunch at the White Dog Inn (Ewhurst Green) and now I find that the new Sugar Nellies will be on-line at 8 pm………..so I … Continue reading

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A slight variation on yesterday’s card

made for a friend at work. This time I used yellow Ecoline (321), with brown and cream hydrangeas’ instead of the metal flower from yesterday.  Actually, I think I like this version better. I’ve had a few comments about the … Continue reading

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Sugar Nellie Dog

Finally, a bit of non-Xams crafting – have to admit though that it takes you awhile to get out of the red and green mindset! Very quick card using up one of my new stamps from Sugar Nellie, Angus’ wee … Continue reading

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It’s horrible when a friend is hurting

I’ve just found out the my friend Caz lost her Dad today – I really feel for her, and am sending out loads of cyber hugs and prayers.

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Truly blessed with such wonderful family and friends

I had just about the best birthday ever yesterday. I was completely and utterly spoilt with all the lovely cards and presents – OMG, the presents: Obviously the Mountain Bike that was no surprise An ice blue helmet and snazzy … Continue reading

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I stamped a header, but made it a bit big

so it looks a tiny bit odd with bits cut off it – nevertheless, it’ll do for now, until I have time to do a new one. It’s been hellish at the Kingdom of Blahh, and I am completely creamed.  … Continue reading

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Well Done Hazel

who, after my post about the size of the picture I’d put up, has found that if you click on it you get a much larger version. With that in mind, I may well just load them up like that … Continue reading

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