Music to Scrap By 2...freebies

I'm so tired. And bone-weary. My brain fog hasn't lifted yet. And I promised myself I wouldn't whine.

My mom has been with us for more than a month now, on doctor-ordered bedrest. I took her back home over the past weekend, and she decided to stay because she was homesick. I worry about her, but my other siblings can help out with her back home again. They finally scheduled her surgery for after Christmas, so she has awhile to go before she can get off the "bedrest" thing. I suspect that she will try to do some of her quilting while none of us are around to remind her she shouldn't be sitting up; but it's hard to be bossy with your mom, KWIM?!

It was difficult to spend much time on the computer when my mom was here because she needed a bit more companionship and she had to eat something every couple of hours because of her diabetes, to keep everything regulated. I tried to meet her whims (all reasonable) but she had some funny cravings that kept me busy. Guess I may have spoiled her but that's okay.

It feels weird not having her here now. Sort of like having a child going to camp or something, I guess.

In between all of the coming and going and fixing and caretaking, I got to my computer and put together (eventually!) a sequel to last month's word art set: Music to Scrap By 2 is here for you today, if you'd like. It's available for free, but if you find it in your heart to donate something, I would be incredibly grateful.


Hope you like it...blessings on your day,
Melanie

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Today's freebie

Bet you have a gazillion pics of your little ones brushing their teeth? Okay, well, maybe it's just a few thousand. Hope you can use this to memorialize such a momentous event!

best wishes,

Melanie

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My blankie...freebie

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Sunday freebie

Sorry I've been MIA...new meds took some adjusting to and doing anything on the computer was torture.

Today's freebie has two versions, depending on which applies to you:


Enjoy your day...this is the day the Lord hath made!
Melanie

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Handful..Heartful freebie

Here's today's freebie...

And here's how I used it (since I rarely get to see how YOU use it!):

Credits: Port au Prince kit (Songbird Avenue's March charity kit)

Blessings on your day!

Melanie
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When I grow up...freebie

First, let me thank you for you oh-soooo-kind comments about my new mini-kit, Call Me April. I greatly appreciate your feedback, and when it's so nice to hear, well that's truly icing on the cake!

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to have my 7-year-old great-nephew with us for a few days during his spring break from school. As always, we try to do fun things when we have the kids, but it was particularly difficult this time because things are so tight for us financially. However, one day, we splurged and took him to one of those fun entertainment places that have a combination of things to do, like mini-golf and arcades. He remembered going there before and wanted to ride the "goat-carts." They have the small ones that little ones can drive by themselves, and then the grown-up ones. Well, we decided on the larger ones, with my husband driving one with Adam as his sidekick, and I was right behind them in a single-seater.

It was my first time on one of those things, and, of course, the wind in my hair was exhilarating, as I became more sure of myself. I think everyone else on the track lapped me...I knew I was behind. But didn't care. And then I realized I was laughing at myself when I thought, "hey, this is a new workout regime!" because my BACK FAT was just jiggling away.

Silly, huh. But true! Just thought I'd share that workout tip with you. ;-)

Here's you a new word art gift:

Blessings on your day,
Melanie

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Giggle freebie

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5 Things freebie

I would love to see your layouts using this word art!!

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Special Layouts and a freebie

I'm trying to do some catching up today on my blog. For instance, some time ago, Jennifer asked me about the font I used on this word art from February 2nd:

Caitlin for "My Day-to-Day" and

Dahling Script
for "Life"

I'm so sorry, Jennifer, that it took me way too long to get back to you!!

And another thing...

Kate Palmer sent me three of her layouts in which she used word art I had prepared. That was way back in January when she sent them, but I'm just now getting around to showing you her beautiful handiwork. Please forgive me, Kate. I LOVE these and love to see layouts any time.

Just gorgeous, Kate!

On a similar note, by now, you have probably seen KimB's newest masterpiece, which she calls Rustic Warmth. Isn't it wonderful? The earthy colors were so appealingly perfect for a layout of my niece and her minister friend (who officiated at my niece's wedding last fall).

My niece is the one who DOESN'T have pink highlights in her hair! The alphabet in the word "beautiful" is part of the Rustic Warmth kit.

And now, you've put up with my meandering thoughts today... so here's today's freebie word art for you. It reflects my mood. I'm soooooo in need of a job. I'm really down about it today, but praying about it...trying not to be too mopey. It's getting seriously tight here at home, so through today's posting, I'm giving myself a pep talk and a virtual hug. I know things are tough all over, and there are many more people looking for work than there are jobs out there, but it stinks waiting it out.

Give someone you care about a hug today, and make them feel better. :)

Blessings on your day and thanks for listening,

Melanie

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A Sweet Deal and a freebie

PLEASE CONSIDER picking up the WHEN word art set ($2.00) and/or the "sweet deal" set which includes two alphabets and one 10-piece word art set about K.I.D.S. ($2.00). You'll be helping me a lot. Just click on the donate button and tell me what you want.

Oh, and here's what you came for:

thanks for stopping by,

Melanie

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kid friendly freebie

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best costume ever

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Ghoulies and Goblins and Ghosties, Oh My!

Thanks for those of you who took the time to make such special comments about my store opening at DIVINE DIGITAL. It's been such a treat to work on items for it, and that's no trick! Did I mention that the K.I.D.S. word art set is on sale for 20% off? I think I forgot that the last posting. Here's the quick link to everything I've got in my shop at the moment: HERE. I'll be adding to it next week.

Today's freebie is another Halloween-ish one...hope you can find a use for it!

Have a great weekend!

Melanie

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Cuddle Buttons

We've been fortunate in my part of Texas to receive rain of some sort every day this week. As I mentioned earlier on Thursday, lightning and thunder accompanied just about every bit of that rain. I'm a creature of the rainy storms, so you won't find me complaining.

What I WILL complain about is the condition of the dogs after they come indoors from frolicking in the rain. ACK!!!!! Last night (in the wee hours) they bounded into our bedroom, basically looking like sheep. They are West Highland WHITE Terriers, but when they start digging around in wet soil, their snouts and feet are black. Sheep, I tell you...sheep! Of course, they want to cuddle with us to get dry.

We have muddy "pounce marks" all over our summertime comforter, which is mostly white. Well, it was.

All four of us did have a cuddle after my husband got up at 3:00 am and gave the dogs a shower.

Speaking of cuddles, we received a wedding invitation in the mail yesterday from my niece, who is getting married in September. It truly seems like just yesterday when I was cuddling that tiny porcelain doll with her dark hair and blue eyes. Her hair frequently changes colors now as she plays with her hairstyles, and her eyes are now that extraordinary color of gray-lavender that reflect the hues of whatever she is wearing. And she is still an absolute doll. Though, for some reason, she'd rather cuddle with her fiance' now. Hmmmmm. Imagine that. LOLOL.

Enjoy your Saturday,
Melanie

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cutie patootie

C-R-A-Z-Y morning so far!!! Preceded by a thunderous night. In fact, two claps of thunder were so HUGE that it felt like the house moved. NOT just shaken...MOVED.

Before I get too more involved in the day, I'm doing another "post-and-run." Hope you can use it!

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tugging on my heartstrings

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cuteness

Between feeling ill from a change in medicine and software log-on issues, I've been AWOL from my computer for the past few days. Sorry about that!

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life with children

I think this phrase perfectly describes living with children in your home. Hope you have fun with it!

blessings on your day,
Melanie

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what mess?

This is what kids say when you want them to clean their room. The toys they've been playing with all day, somehow are invisible to them when it's time to put them away. :)




Hope you can find a use for it.

THANKS FOR ALL THE BIRTHDAY WISHES!

Melanie

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the voice

My 8-year-old great-nephew is still visiting us; he leaves today. We'll miss him, definitely. But I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW OFTEN I'VE SAID THIS DURING HIS VISIT!!!

And how well I remember having to tell his mama (my niece) the same thing when she was little. Hmmmm...come to think of it, I also recall my mom telling my sister the same thing when we were growing up. Looks like it's THE VOICE: THE NEXT GENERATION. ;) Lots of love in those higher decibels, though. LOL

So, how is your day so far?

Best wishes,

Melanie

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