Good Morning Ladies,Well were are actually in April today, not the weather for April is it!
Todays card is Aqua, White & Black, it looks quite and clean and simple card, although the angle and
lighting don't do it justice.
I took a piece of white card and used the inner decorative die of the Scandinavian Collection Stockholm Die set by Creative Expressions, to cut the detail into it, I then matted then onto a piece of Aqua card and then matted that onto black, I then mounted this onto dimensional foam tape and then on to the same pattern of matts and then onto a white card blank. I then used the centre two Dies Scandinavian Collection Copenhagen Die set to create the central focal element, with a Birthday Wishes sentiment stamp from a Creative Expressions set stamped in the centre in Archival Black ink and embossed with Cosmic Shimmer Clear Embossing Powder. I mounted this into the centre of the decorative die cut.
I then cut the Scandinavian Border Die out of Aqua Card and stuck to the card using Cosmic Shimmer Dries Clear Glue down the centre, so that you can lift the edges slightly to give a little
I hope you like the card and I look forward to reading your comments.
I would like to say how relieved and pleased I was to see Sam in the Café this morning, I made my day, its lovely having you back my lovely.
I must apologise for my lack of input in the blog yesterday, I had an amazing day with Sue, we managed by crafting and a lot of laughter! Then the girls were invited to a sleep over, so Paul and I had the very rare occurrence of the whole house to ourselves! Woo Hoo!!!!!
So I felt to mean to spend the evening on the blog, which is what I was planning after Sue had gone.
I have Pat coming today, so more crafting and laughter today!
Love and Hugs to you all
Sandra xxxxxxxx
Morning ladies. Kettle on. Flower poses changed on the tables, hope you like them. You'll find some hot cross buns gently warming in the iven - enjoy. Glad you had a lovely day yesterday and I just know you'll have another wonderful day. Im glad you spent the time with Mr husby Sandra, it must be so hard to keep up, I know I cant lol, its like a continuous conversation lol. Id get nothing done if I kept popping in for coffee lol.
ReplyDeleteThis is the most beautiful card. All my fav colour's and dies. I have to say that the Scandinavian border is my most favourite, its so delicate and I love to snip down the centre and use them as a border round all four sides of a mat sometimes. I have to say that you make 'my kind' of cards Sandra, lots of mats and layers, dimension, a stunning focal point and really easy on the eye. Never too much going on, every card you show is gorgeous.
Sending love to all. Hope you have a better day Sam. You have to be at full health so you can enjoy that amazing holiday next month ! I dont mind taking your place, id just love some warm sun, clear blue ocean and soft beautiful sand, not forgetting living in luxury !!!
Have a good day everyone. Wrap up its sooo cold again.
Lancashire Steph xx
Hi Sandra and all in the cafe today. Sorry I didn't comment yesterday but time got the better of me. Thank you for a lovely time, as always. I hate missing my weekly visit to you, sorry I will miss Pat though. We will get a double dose next week won't we with our usual day and then Ally Pally : ))
ReplyDeleteJanet, your card yesterday was gorgeous, I loved it. Such lovely colours, great use of the dies etc. Wish I had half of your talent you clever lady! : ) Glad to hear that you are safe and sound in France after a good crossing.
Sam, it is so good to hear from you, we have been so worried. Sorry you are still not feeling well but I do hope you feel better each day. Look after yourself.
Myra and Saba, have a great time today. May it be the first of many meetings : )
Littlelamb/Brenda, great to hear that you are driving again, I am so pleased for you and can't wait to see you at Ally Pally and have a good natter again : )
I hope that you have all been saved from any serious wind damage, it is a beautiful sunny day here at the moment, still a bit gusty at times though. What a stormy start to April! Take care everyone. Glad you had a bit of just the two of you time last night Sandra. I bet you loved having Paul all to yourself my lovely. We wouldn't be without our families but just now and then it is great to be on your own isn't it : ) Take care xx
Hi Sue,
DeleteIt was so lovely crafting together yesterday, we did have fun as always!
I hope you got your card finished!
Please, please remember to take a photo so that we can all see how fab it is. You would have finished it if you didn't have your engineer head on! I do think you are a closet genius though!
I hope you appointment went well today and that you didn't suffer too much with wind damage ;)
It was amazing just having those few short hours to ourselves, we do all get caught up being busy with life to make enough time for each other.
looking forward to next week already,
love
Sandra
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Morning Ladies
ReplyDeleteAfter a very wild night (weatherwise) everything seems secure. It's still really windy & trying to rain now.
Sandra-beautiful card today. I live the addition of black, makes everything stand out just that bit more. Sue Wilsons card today also has black on it-you must be co-ordinating your cards now!!
Best get ready for work. Hope everyone has a nice day with lots of crafting time in it.
Michele
Hi Michele,
DeleteI hope you are well my lovely, that wind is just relentless and the howling is enough to keep anyone awake! Amazingly no damage though, apart from the odd wheelie bin suicide and recycling blowing
everywhere!
Thank you for your lovely comment, if only I were good enough to be coordinating with Sue, I would! Even being mentioned in the same sentence is unbelievable!
I hope you have a good day at work and are looking forward a long weekend!
love and hugs
Sandra
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Good morning Sandra & all the ladies that pop in the cafe today. I was in late last night I shouted out but everyone must have gone too bed.
ReplyDeleteMyra & Saba have a brilliant meet up today enjoy the time together sending you both Happy Hug's xx Sunshine this morning but we still have very strong winds
( not smelly wind Muriel hihi )
Sandra lovely,your card today is gorgeous again I love the Aqua White & touch of black card you have used it's so pretty & delicate with your bow flower they just finish it perfectly. I must finish my card today as I said last night nothing went right so hope it dose today. Littlelamb Brenda pleased your driving again,take care. Looking forward to meeting you at AP soon. Well I'm off to have my shower now hopefully see you later, Steph the hot cross buns were yummy & the flower posy so pretty. Sam hope your feeling a little better this morning please take care lovely lady. Sandra,have a lovely time with Pat crafting & chatting today. Sending you both crafty Hug's.
Love & Hug's all D Bit's Lynda xxxx
Thanks Lynda! We did! We had a lovely time and I even met little Oliver who is just gorgeous! Xxx
DeleteHi Lynda,
DeleteThanks for stopping In and for your lovely comments, I hope you got your card finished today, we all have days when things just go wrong, no matter how hard we try, so just draw a line under it and start again today! looking forward to seeing the finished card!
Love and hugs
Sandra
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Camelia petal's all cut and ready for the post, all I need is the address please.
ReplyDeleteLove n hugs.
Lancashire Steph xxx : )
Good morning Sandra and ladies. A bit of a lie in for me this morning, even the dog decided that he would have a lie in too! Beautiful sunny day here, but with a hard frost, April? I am beginning to wonder! But a least we don't have the wind and rain so I will just be thankfull.
ReplyDeleteSteph the tables look lovely with there little poses of flowers, and the smell of those hot x buns is mouth watering, I will have one with my tea.
Sandra your card is stunning, then again we have come to realise that is nothing new, your colour choice is perfect along with your selection of dies, pearls and ribbon. So glad you had quality time with Paul, it will be have good for the both of you to have the house to yourselves.
Sam, may every day bring you a little more well feeling.
Brenda, please take it easy while driving, but enjoy your little trips.
Myra and Saba did either of you sleep? I think I can feel your twos excitement levels up here, enjoy every minute. Hope you have your tena ladies on as I think you will need them with all the laughing that will go on. We will all be in the cafe tonight to hear how it all went.
To everyone else have a good day what ever you are doing, me I am off to the Easter service at the school, then it's home to relax. We can't go out until the courier man has been to collect a returns parcel been told between 1-9, we think it will near around 1 as that's the time Yodel deliver here, so fingers crossed. I hate waiting in for these kind of things. Right that's me off. Hazel x
Now Steph,
DeleteWe weren't that bad - were we??!!
We never stopped talking , thanks for thinking of us. Xx
Hi Hazel,
DeleteCan I just say your scotch pancakes were delicious last night, Paul enjoyed them too, we shared them in front of the TV together!
I hope you enjoyed the Easter Service at the school, I loved going to those and miss them hugely, I love watching the children act out their parts and singing, almost always there was a hilarious moment, totally unplanned and unexpected, some child would do something funny.
I hope that you didn't have to wait in too long for your Parcel collection, an 8 hour window is quite extreme, I like you hate waiting, you feel like you can't go upstairs or get the washing in in case you miss them calling!
What day is the Cotswold Cafe's Scottish Contingent meeting up?
I would love to be with you!
love and hugs
Sandra
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Week today, and we will be telling you about our day. Glad you enjoyed your pancakes, parcel was picked up by 3 the yodel van driver told us when we are waiting for a pick up its him that will be doing the same as He does the deliveries and it's between 3-5 so we know for the futher. Hazel x
DeleteGood morning Sandra and the Coffee Shop Ladies.
ReplyDeleteOh! My! Giddy! Aunt! that is one absolutely STUNNING card. Love, love, love everything about it. It is wonderful did I say I Loved it??
Bit late this morning and I can't stay but will be back later.
I knew if I picked up this IPad i would loose so much time so I just kept passing it by.
John and I are off out up to Perth (Scotland)!!!! John needs a haircut and I would like to get more card from "The Works" have a look in Pondland to see if they have these Magnetic Sheets. We are 22 miles from real shops so a trip out is something to look forward to.
I am leaving a basket of (((((hugs))))) at the door please help yourself if you are ill, in pain or just a bit down. There are plenty more where they came from so take as many as you need.
Be good till I get back ...... !!!!!
xxxx
Hi Patricia,
Deletehope you had a good day out with John. Did you manage to get hold of any magnetic sheets ? I got two shops here and they both sold out,they all must have heard Steph telling us about it lol. How do you keep you dies and stamps ?
Hugs Maria x
my message went into Cybre space.
DeleteGot NOTHING!!! NO! Card Packs in "The Works" NO! 3x Foam Tape for £1 NO! Magnetic Sheets ......... a right bummer!!!
Had a good day out though.
DIES:- I now keep in their original Packaging in Boxes I get at Dunelm. Pleaseeee!! don't ask how many!! Older ones are on magnetic bits in plastic wallets from LOTV plus an ArtBin with its magnetic plates there are extra in it and its full.
STAMPS:- I have them on thick Acitate Sheets in A4 storage boxes.
Wood mounted in one of these toy boxes from IKEA out in the shed I never use them now.
StampinUp ones are in their own boxes. Sentiment ones I use all the time on thick Acitate in an A5 storage box. I am not really a Stamper but I keep buying the blooming things for some reason.
I have fallen in love with the 2 Step Stamping System. The stamps do the work and it looks like you have coloured them in.
xxx
Patricia,
DeleteYou sound very organised, sorry you didn't get any crafty bargains,
I have started cutting down the side of the die packets so that they open like a book, you can then add a little square of magnetic sheet to hold the dies, I just stuck it to the original place that the dies were on their packaging, I then store them is a box so that I can just flick through to find the one that I wanted!
I love the effect of your 2 step dies, and would like to get my hands on them, the wild rose one that you used last week I couldn't get anywhere!
Hope you have a good day,
Love and Hugs
Sandra
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Hi Sandra,
DeleteIf you know a StampinUp rep. I used the main Stippled Blossom Rose plus bits form the JustRite set.
I really like the StampUp Set and use that the most.
Glad you had a good evening with Paul and a good day with your friends today.
Myra & Saba hit it off, that's a great start for our bit "meet up" in October.
xxx
Morning Sandra and ladies, coffee and toast for me again today the tables look lovely Steph and the hot cross buns smell delicious might be tempted! Wow Sandra your card is gorgeous, I love the combination of colours you have used. It was lovely to hear you had a good day yesterday, and another planned for today, don't overdo it young lady pace yourself!
ReplyDeleteIt was nice to know you had the house to yourselves, precious moments are hard to come by when you have children at home.
Patricia enjoy your little jaunt out, keep us up to date with purchases later, crafty ones that is.
Sam so glad you are feeling better, keep taking the pills (as they say)!?
Myra and Saba have a great time today, I'm looking forward to meeting up with Patricia, Hazel and Norah next week, hope we don't get barred from the coffee house for laughing and outstaying our welcome, so much chatting to do!
Take care everyone, have a great day, weather is a lot better now.
Jess x
Thanks Jess,
DeleteI had a lovely time! It was not in the least like meeting a stranger!
Saba was so kind. Xxx
Hi Jess,
Deletethanks for your lovely comments, I will you one piece of advice for next week it would be to find comfy seats to sit on! When Pat, Sue and I first met up in the local Coop Coffee shop, we were there for 4 hours, but we were sat on wooden chairs, goodness me my bum hurt for about two days after that, so be prepared and sit on a cushion.
I know you will have an amazing time, you are meeting 3 of the loveliest ladies ever! I am quite jealous!
Love and Hugs
Sandra
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Hi Sandra and all the lovely ladies.
ReplyDeleteSandra what a stunning card today, love the colours you have used and those dies are so pretty. Thank you for sharing. Enjoy your day with Sue , more craft and laughter, just what the doctor ordered. It's lovely to have the house to yourselves for a change isn't it, it usually happens to us when Julian is on call and all the computers decide to go wrong! Have a great day xxx
Steph the flowers are beautiful, a real touch of spring and I love the fake bugs you have hidden in them- great April fool trick! Oh and that flower squirts water!!! Tee hee. Xxx
Well just thought I would pop in quick this morning. I'm off to the dentist for my root canal filling, I'm not looking forward to it alt all. I'm going early so I can use the park and ride and hopefully can get home again before the anaesthetic wears off and the pain kicks in. Hopefully see you all later.
Enjoy your day everyone and watch out for the salt in the sugar bowl trick!!!
Take care
Love Diane xxx
Oh Diane,
DeleteI hope your visit to the dentist went ok this morning. I hate to see the dentist, nearly getting a panic attack before going to see her and we are very lucky because ours is a very nice one so I don't really know why I detest it so much. Hope to see you later and you not in too much pain
Hugs Maria x
Hi Maria
DeleteIt's rather sore but pain killers are helping. My dentist is lovely too and has been with the practise since he qualified so quite young. He started off with a surf board leaning against the wall in his room but he has grown up now and told me he is going to be a dad next month.
Hugs Diane xxx
Stunning card Sandra, so pretty and the colours are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day with Pat
Love & Hugs
Jacquie J xxx
http://jewelscardcraft.blogspot.co.uk/
Hello Sandra,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely surprise to have a quiet evening with Paul, all the nicer because it was unexpected.
Oh what a beautiful card. It really is so pretty and the colours are just gorgeous. There aren't enough words to say how nice (such an insipid word) this is.
Have another lovely day crafting and chatting with Pat today, no wild party mind!
Myra and Saba - jealous, me? Whatever gave you that idea? Have a great time and behave yourselves!
Hazel, I hope your "man" comes sooner rather than later. It's a bind staying in hour after hour for a delivery.
Patricia, I thought you and John had taken a leaf out of Hazel's book and decided on a quick visit to Australia, I'm so pleased that you put me right straight away. You're such a globetrotting pair that I wouldn't have been surprised if you were going to the other Perth! It would have been an extremely expensive hair cut for John!!!!
Diane, I really hope that the root canal work is not too uncomfortable and that it is over before you realise it. You have my sympathy and hugs if you want them.
Cheryl, yoo hoo Cheryl, can you come down now please, I've got a stiff neck looking for the right cloud to see you!
Steph, have you been working overtime to get the camellia petals cut so quickly, no wonder you have shaky fingers, they must have been going so fast that they were just a blur!
April Fools Day today, my mam and dad's wedding anniversary 86 years. It was always a family joke as to who was the biggest fool for getting married, mam or dad. They always just laughed.
Well, I'm off to the supermarket (or blood pressure alley as I fondly call it) and then a quick lunch.
Gale force gusts of wind here and it's making it so cold. The sun is shining, but when you go outside it's enough to cut you in two.
Love to all, I've helped myself to some hugs.
Muriel xxx
Hi Maureen,
DeleteI've come off my cloud. Very busy morning today, with visit to Nationwide, the hairdresser to book appointment for next week, Matalan for birthday presents and then home. Was only in 1/2 hour and friend called in for quick cuppa then I'd just sat down for a bite to eat before collecting my friend Judy for her doctor's appointment when in she walked. She's a lovely lady but boy can she talk, she hops from one conversation to another without giving you a chance to reply. And I don't like talking with my mouth full! Then she kept asking me if I was OK? Anyhows, time then to fight the traffic roadworks in Bridgwater to get the other side of town for her. Tried coming home along the back-roads before finally joining the A38 again at Morrison's, into B&Q to return some goods, came in and got dinner on for 5 o'clock tonight when family descend for mid-week roast. Phew!!!
Time now to sit and read and leave comments on everyone's posts.
Sandra, once again you have excelled yourself with your very very pretty colourful card. Loving it immensely. Well done darling. I hope you are still enjoying your day with Pat, throughout the day I could hear peals of merriment from you two. The same from Myra & Saba.
Just got a new office chair delivered so no more sitting on cushions to reach the desk. I'll pop back later on when I have my house back to myself.
Love & hugs Cheryl xxx
Hi Maureen,
DeleteWe had a lovely time and you would have made that even better!
Keep up the good work with the craft room! Xx
Ps - my behaviour was nearly impeccable! xx
Hi Maureen
DeleteThank you for your concern. When the dentist started to drill the tooth it had a large crack in it going down to the roots so the root canal wouldn't have worked. He took the tooth out in the end, it's a back one so won't notice. It's getting a bit sore now but I've managed to eat some soup so can take some more painkillers before I tuck down for the night.
You sound very organised with your craft room tidying. My craft stuff is in the study. My husband had to tidy the desk and floor so our daughter could use it for her studying. She is just as messy so I only had a coupl of weeks where I could get in there without stepping over piles! Would you like to come and visit to help me tidy?
Take care
Love Diane xxx
Maureen. What are you saying about Patricia and I? It's all our fathers fault!!., he was always moving us all over the place when we were young. Now as for one gettting their hair cut and going a distance to get the right hair cut??? Patricia would go to Dalyan in Turkey if she could every 6-8 weeks if she had a private jet. If she played the lottery and ever won a very large amount that's just exactly what she would do!!!
ReplyDeleteCan anyone else or is it just me that hear all that chatter and laughter that's going on??? And not in the cafe either, well yes I suppose Sandra and Pat are just through the house so they are making a lot of it!!. No it's more from the west side up near Cheshire??? Oh that will Saba and Myra then, are they going to have time to eat that fabulous lunch with all that chatting they aredoing.
Well I did my " granny bit" Easter service was very good, a little long, but from the little ones in the nursery to the P7 class they all got to do something, only 130 in the school, and very well put together. Beth's mum left just after the Cello playing, excuse a conference call? Now I am not sure about that personally. Any way Beth gave me a Hugh smile and a little wave, so she was happy and that's the main thing. Now I am off to do some lunch then it's a crafting afternoon I think. Have a few cards to do, one being Beth's birthday card, it's her birthday while they are away so I do have a bit of time, I want to make a card that covers her love of vaulting and anything to do with her and Patch her pony. Hazel x
Hazel, you are one kind caring lady, and Beth must love you so much.
DeleteMuriel xx
Hi Hazel,
Deleteso sweet to get to see Beth and all the others this morning, something I miss from working in a school is to see the little ones perform. She must have loved seeing you coming to see her. How old will she be ?
Have a nice crafting afternoon,
Hugs Maria x
Maria, Beth will be 10 it doesn't seem that long since we were awaiting her being born? I had my first cuddle of her at 8 hours old, she is like another grand daughter same with Anna granted she was 12 weeks old. I think the fact I work always over 50 hours minimum a week as why I have such a bond. Grandsons and granddaughter do miss out of me seeing them do these things, but thankfully they understand I am working. Hazel x
DeleteHi Sis, as I said to you earlier I really can't beleive a mum could do such a thing. So glad these girls have you to depend on.
Deletexxx
Hi Hazel,
Deletecan i say that i think that is the height of rudeness just staying long enough to see her own childs performance and giving no thought to how the rest of the children might be feeling seeing a grown woman wallking out on them when they are trying their best, poor wee souls. sorry, size 3 right in there again but you just don't do that whether it be the youngest of performers or the oldest, you don't get up and walk out half way because you've heard what you came to hear, either that or my wee mammy brought me up wrong but even the poorest of performances you had to sit there until it was over as the people were doing there best
sorry x
You are so right, the mum next to me had to go as she had got her older child off ill, but she works in the school, so the children won't have noticed her going so much as the school staff were all moving things etc. No mummy was rude, if she knew she had a conference call at that time, why did she come or better still change the time she has known for over a week what was on today, no she just doesn't do these things she did, but lately no, but you know something Norah she will find out her biggest mistake in years to come. These things like today are memories in a child's mind and they always remember the bad ones as much as the good ones. We didn't have much when ours were young, but they have happy memories and always speak about the little things, like these type of days. No money doesn't by the smile and little wave I got this morning, I was priceless. Hazel x
DeleteHi Hazel I'm shocked that Beth's mum walked out after her performance, that's terrible Walking out while the other children are still performing. Beth is so lucky to have you in her corner.
DeleteHug's Lynda xx
Hi Hazel,
DeleteI second everybody's comments about Beth's mum. I hadn't realised that she left before the end of the concert. How rude is that, and how selfish.
As I said before, Beth will love you very much and always think of you with fondness when she's older.
Muriel xx
I agree with everyone else Hazel. They are both very lucky girls to have you. My daughter in law rarely goes to the school. If my son cannot pick up his daughter then I go. It's only on the rare occasion if I am away and my son is in London that she goes. She has been away in Brazil since 7th Dec and arrived back tonight. She did come home for 4 days in between. Twice she told my granddaughter she was coming back on a certain date and then at the last minute changed it. Just glad I can be there for my granddaughter. She fakes no interest in her daughters school work. Neither r eading or homework. Sorry to rant but it just upsets me.
DeleteI can fully understand that! That is so sad!
DeleteSending hugs. Xxx
Oh what a rude mother, I have seen it so often though working in a school and have wiped the tears on the sad little faces of children who's parents or grandparents couldn't come. You get to know the children who will be missing a parent. On the other hand we had a young mum who's child came to school by taxi and lived at least an hour away. Mum didn't drive so she would see her child into the taxi, walk to the trai station change trains twice and then get a taxi to the school to arrive in time for assemblies and nativity plays. Once we realised what she was doing someone used to meet her at the station. The taxi wasn't allowed to transport her and her son together due to insurance and child protection! Mad isn't it . I know your kindness will be remembered for many years Hazel.
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Afternoon ladies of the Coffee Shop
ReplyDeleteSandra your card today is just superb!! I've fallen in love with it and oh how I would love to have it fall on my mat any day of the year. I love everything about it and to me it looks more a 'work of art' than a card.
So pleased you and Paul had a lovely evening all to yourselves. These are the times you really treasure - I know you love all your family but isn't it just wonderful to have the house to yourselves once in a while.
Well ladies I've read all your posting both from yesterday and today and I confess to being somewhat confused (now now none of those comments please or no Pastries when I return lol). I'm still in travelling mode - or that's what I'm putting it down to-. We have done the dreaded Supermarket run - 95ks there and back is not much fun but it really does re-inforce why I have groceries delivered back in the UK. I really do not know which bit of me hurts most or should it be easier to say where does it NOT hurt. Anyway Sandra I hope you're having another super day; that all new friends meeting up this week-end have a wonderful time; Hazel hope the Scotland visit goes well and that the haircut is just as wanted; Sam hoping your feeling better today than yesterday; OK sorry if I've missed out on something - I just know I have but my Tens Machine is calling and I'm answering it's call. Enjoy the rest of your day. My hugs as yesterday are on their way via tinternet so I hope they arrive. The sun is shining so speak to you all tomorrow.
Hugs Janet xxxx
Teehee * rubs hands in glee * you found em then lol... Hope you didnt get too wet * evil chuckle *
ReplyDeleteIt was no problem cutting the camelia petal's just had 2 peices of card together and cut them the same time I was running another die through for my other card, how did I ever get things done before I had a machine to cut A4 ? What a God send, took months of hard saving from my monthly market, but well worth it, Id still be saving NOW if it were not for the market, so all you talanted ladies sitting chuntering, slurping on your drink and playing up by putting currants up ya noses from the buns, mark my words, think of doing a lovely farmers market, I cant believe you ALL keep your amazing work to yourselves (apart from Patricia) its about time you all realised just how bloomin wonderful your cards etc are, people will want what you make and ask for MORE. Think on, dont think your NOT good enough... TOSH !!!
Anyway, Saba and Myra, behave, I can hear you from Bolton ! STOP flicking sultana's at that poor woman..... IT WAS ME lol
Anyone need any petals... Give us a shout ok ; )
Big hugs.
Lancashire Steph xxxxx
Hi Steph,
DeleteI've sent email with my address to Sandra to pass on. Thank you so very much for doing me some camellias. Anything I could do for you? Just ask my dear.
xxx
Good afternoon Sandra and the coffee shoppers,
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful card Sandra and can i say just enough black in it for my liking without upsetting anyone. The black really shows up the white and aqua nicely and just adds that we touch of drama without overwhelming the rest of the design which just makes it stand out and on display like it should.
I hope that you have another lovely day today with our other "Grace" although it isn't the same as wanting the 3 graces to have a good time, it just doesn't have the same ring to it somehow the 2 graces. Now we seen you cuddling on the couch and i'll leave it at that from what the fly seen from the wall, it's a wonder he didn't fall of the wall. As lovely as it is to have all at home again it is also lovely to have that rare time just yourselves flower, isn't it.
Been out in Stirling with my friend Di and have come back with a dress, bolero and fascinator for my wee cousins wedding and my special neices wedding later this year. It just was me if you know what i mean so have found flat pumps to go with it since my legs can't be trusted to control themselves on a normal day, i will have no chance at a wedding. Do you know they were out off Kaliko in Debenhams and they never even wrapped them up in tissue paper! Now i know i might be a tad old fashioned but come on expensive clothes surely don't just get tossed into a bag nowadays do they? The fascinator is in this ginormous box as their fascinator boxes were too small for it but i'll need to get wee combs to sew on to it to keep it in my hair as it is too fine to keep the thing on the head. By the way the only thing i paid the normal price for was the fascinator as i am a keepskate and don't believe in paying vast sums for things and i want more than one use out of them as well so even after the weddings i will be able to use the dress and bolero. I've found the jacket on line and have ordered it to see if it looks better but will wait and see. Mum has a mother of pearl handbag that i am going to use so with that and her golf charm bracelet and my daddy's bangle that he bought me when i was 22 i will in my own way have them with me.
Well, i have brought my knitting so i will sit across in the corner and watch to see who else comes into the cafe today although poor Janet is recovering from her long haul messages shop and our Sam is still having a rotten time of it. I have brought in my basket of hugs to give out but some of them are acting up so i'm sorry whoever gets the ones that are full of mischief. Can i please have a hot chocolate Sandra as i think i could do with the energy boost after my morning out.
Love and crafty hugs
Norah (Glenochil)
Norah, I know what you mean, you pay all that money for the clothes and they don't even now give you a bag? And I refuse to pay 5p to advertise for them, but on saying that putting the clothes straight I to your own bag makes me feel like I am shop lifting, as you say if they at least wrapped them in some tissue it would be so much better. Glad you have your outfit sorted, I have my shoes and have seen an outfit that I like, will maybe go to Perth next week and try it on., but I do have a back up plan so I am not bothered, as I know I will be ok, it's just my handbag that's the problem. What colour is your dress? Being nosey that me. So glad you had a good day with your friend, This time next week will know each other better. Hazel x
DeleteGood afternoon Norah ...... here was me thinking it was an outfit for next week. You had me in a panic thinking I would need a new outfit as well ...... LOL!!!
DeleteSeriously, I know what you mean. These companies really need to take a good think about how they treat their customers, glad you had a good day with your friend.
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Hello Norah - hope this arrives by cybrespace OK. I'm in full agreement with you if I buy something special and expensive - and that's not very often since retirement - I want it to be special and in proper tissue and wrapped gently not just thrown into a carrier bag. I too will not advertise for commercial brands - they even want you to advertise on the arms of glasses these days - aren't they all satisfied with all the money they make? Thank you for the hugs off now to look at tea cooking in the oven Salmon with Daphinois potatoes tonight and perhaps a little glass of red wine. Not as much as some have been drinking late at night recently hehehe.
DeleteTake care my young lady. Will want to see your outfit when I get back. xxxx
Ooooh Janet, dauphinois potatoes, I love them, can I pop over to have dinner with you please? I will bring another bottle with me :) xxx
DeleteNow who's posh! Xxx
DeleteJanet you are just too posh for some of us so could you please tell me what they are in english as the only thing that registered in my brain was potatoes :)
DeleteMy frock is sleeveless(hence the bolero) but decent width in the shoulder straps so that the forth road bridge can get held into place, and it has over blown poppies on it and comes under my knees because don't do mini skirts(never have) as having an erse the size of mine and legs that would put a lumber jack to shame i like to cover them to the slimmest part of me(thank god one part of me is slim). With the frock having ivory parts in it i got the ivory titfer and have ordered ivory flat shoes so i'll try it all on when i've got all the bits and the iron work in place.
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Norah! That sounds a lovely outfit to me. Xx
DeleteSounds beautiful, so glad it's not for next week though.......LOL!!!
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Norah, your outfit sounds so elegant and fabulous. Go one, wear it next week and scare the pants off Patricia ha ha.
DeleteFrom the evil Muriel xxx
Maureen, you are soooo!!! cruel
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That is some picture I am getting! No - not Norah in her wedding outfit - Patricia after she has been scared! Xx
DeleteNorah your outfit sounds gorgeous,I love poppies glade your all sorted. Love to see a picture of you waring it.
DeleteHug's Lynda xx
Sounds lovely Norah. I small looking forward to seeing Sandra and all the other ladies at Ally Pally next week. Enjoy your meet up next week.
DeleteSounds beautiful Norah. Yes I think a trial run is called for when you meet up next week. Tee hee xxx
DeleteOh Sam, I think I forgot to ask how you are today. I'm so hopeless, I should write everything down before I start. Sometimes I do make short notes, but then I think "now what was that about", so please forgive me. I do care, honestly and send love and hugs.
ReplyDeleteSteph, Is it the noise from your infernal machine I can hear every now and again. I thought it was a rocket taking off!!! I'm still on the lookout for these pesky camellia dies.
Muriel xxx
Hi Sandra and all the lovely ladies
ReplyDeleteOh Steph that's why I had to change my t shirt before I went out! I looked down and it was covered in yellow marks! Must have been the die you used in the water. Lol.
Well I'm back from the dentist - the tooth was cracked all the way through and fell apart as he was drilling it so he took it out instead - luckily it's the very back tooth. I managed to drive home ok and have laid down as he recommended but the anaesthetic is just starting to wear off and I can tell it is going to hurt in an hours time! Painkillers at the ready! I can hear all the chatter from here, Saba and Myra and Sandra and Sue. Hazel I'm glad you enjoyed the concert, at least you were there to see her play, you are like a grandma to her.
Janet what a shame you can't get a shopping delivery in France , it is so handy when your not up to going to the shops, although I like to go and see what they have got and get inspiration!
Right must go and take some pain killers as my face is defrosting quite quickly now. May see you all later depending on how I feel.
Take care love Diane xxx
Ouch! That sounds painful to me - hope you feeling better now! Keep taking the tablets!
DeleteIt was hard for us to chat during lunch - I apologised at least once for speaking with something in my mouth! Hopefully not my foot! Xxx
Ooo Diane that sounded painful, hope it's not too painful this evening & ok tomorrow. Yesterday One of my back teeth has Broken but not aching yet. Hug's Lynda xx
DeleteThank you Myra and Linda
DeleteThank goodness I bought strong painkillers when I had the abscess so I could come straight home. Xxx
It's bright and sunny today but oh so windy! Your card is beautiful Sandra Hope everyone enjoys their buns and coffee Busy busy busy today
ReplyDeleteHi Sandra and all "ladies",
ReplyDeleteOh could I please have a hot chocolate to warm myself up with, it's so cold outside but nice to come inside. The posies are lovely Steph and if there are any hot cross buns left that could go down too lol
Sandra, I Love your card today, I mean all the things you make are wonderful but this card is so, wish I could find the word for it. I have said it before and I will many times that you have a very special talent to put colours together, the harder I try I just make bobo's of it all and in the bin it goes. My outing this morning was nice even if we didn't go to wyevale in the end but ended up at the Range lol .Could I leave the shop empty handed, heck no lol but I really tried.
Myra and Saba must have a great time together, as we can hear them around the whole of Uk chatting and laughing lol
Hope you and Pat have a nice day too. How is the hip working, not too much pain ? Will you be able to walk around AP ?
Norah ,your outfit looks lovely( in my mind) you will be the bell of the ball, is that how you say it.
I guess Cheryl is busy making room for her new goodies from Sue or is she still flying around lol nearly Easter, get the brooms at the ready.
Janet, glad you settled but what a trip to get your fridge stocked. Have a nice time , are you doing anything special over Easter ?
Diane, dentist over and done only hope you want have the pain all night but the painkillers are giving you some relief.
Sam, sending you some extra hugs
Must go but popping in later until then, Take care
Love and hugs to you Sandra and all customers ! Maria xx
Ma r i a - you're exaggerating again!
DeleteI - We had a lovely time - I made a real friend today. Xxx
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DeleteI first read eggcerating, Hihi must be all the free range chickens that's around. How wonderful you both clicked and I'm sure you be friends forever ! xxx
DeleteThanks, Maria - you are a Star! Can't wait to meet you too! Xxx
DeleteHi Sandra and everyone,
ReplyDeleteTried to leave a comment this morning, I was returning home to go the dentist. That left John we just Callum Big sister had gone off to school to do some work for her art GCSE. She's phoned and is now on her way back. Pleased to say dentist went fine. Just a little cleanup. And I was back at our daughters by 1 o'clock so haven't done too badly.
Sandra your card is beautiful really really beautiful, your dies are absolutely stunning as is the colours you have used. Normally I don't like black on cards, but when it just slightly shows WOW it makes such a difference to you're matting and layering - it really makes the whole design pop.
Will pop back later and see what everyone is up to.
Love to all, Brendan XXX
Hi Brenda,
DeleteSo pleased that the dentist went well, a huge relief I am sure!
Did john cope ok with Callum, I am sure they had great fun!
Isnt it a shame that these children don't even get the holidays to relax, they either have so much homework they are stressed out or they are popping in to do a bit extra work, when all they really need is a break, there is way too much pressure on them!
Hope you enjoyed the rest of your day,
love and hugs
Brenda
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Hi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteJust a quick latte, nothing to eat thanks as I've just had something, I'll help myself and put the money in the pot.
That remind me, I found 25p down the side of the cushion on George's chair, shh don't tell him, it's now in my "Soiree" pot!!!
I see we have a new lady?? in our cafe called Brendan my we are attracting all sorts now lol. I just hope the sex change wasn't too painful Brenda ha ha. Actually, when I was doing my family history a chap was doing his/hers as he was dressed as a female and had to go around like that for a couple of years before he could get the full treatment. He was on hormones and the like but just waiting for the final "chop". She was the lovliest person you could wish to meet, but so manly looking. About 6' tall with hands and feet like shovels. I really felt for her. By the way I'm glad the visit to the dentist was ok.
I wonder if Myra and Saba have stopped talking yet, what do you reckon? The noise level down south is enormous. Health and safety bosses have informed the BBC that ear plugs are being issued to all the population!!!
Norah, your outfit sounds lovely. When I buy expensive clothes (few and far between now) at Fenwicks or John Lewis,, they always add tissue paper in between the folds. Poor workmanship at Debenhams I would say, they need proper training. We'll expect you to model this outfit for us!!!
I can now walk into my craft room and one side of the floor is completely clear, still got the other half and the rest of the desk to do. 3 children came for after school dinner and a 4th for a snack (I tend to round up the waifs and strays lol) so I've just got cleared away and will do half an hour's clearing and an hour crafting. I'll be back later, so watch yourselves and as Steph says, stop flicking the sultanas about!
Cheryl, you're going to be so posh, we'll have to pay to talk to you.
Love and hugs to all
Muriel xxx
Oh Dear! Brenda you've done it again! Change back quickly please!
DeleteWe have stopped talking now - but it was lovely. Thanks for caring! Xx
Hi Sandra and everyone!
DeleteWow I've had a lovely day! It only took me about 50 mins to get to Saba's daughters and the M6 was very kind to me both ways!
I felt as if I was meeting a friend, not a stranger and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The icing on the cake was meeting little Oliver at the end before I left. He is gorgeous! He is clearly Granny's No 1 fan which is just as it should be! I don't know where the time went - my husband I think had misgivings about all of this but he said - you've obviously had a lovely day - I'm so pleased! I made him sandwiches for his lunch before I left - do I get brownie points for that?
If you are as nice as Saba we'll have a lovely time in October!
Sandra - today's card is just beautiful. The colours and the layout are lovely. You are a talented lady! Thanks for bringing us all together.
Lots of love,
Myra xxxx
Hi Myra,
DeleteI am so very happy that you and Saba had a lovely day, I knew you would, we have all become such good friends on here that any meet up will feel like meeting an old friend! We have broken down most barriers on here, so meeting up is a little easier, roll on October when we all get to spend quality time together!
love and hugs
Sandra
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You are absolutely right! Xx
DeleteThere are a few little snippets saying Myra & Saba have had a fantastic day. We all knew they would, absolutely no doubts there, we need more details. What they chatted about, I could here the laughter all this way up over the border!!!
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Hi Patricia,
DeleteI must let Saba tell you some of what went on!
We talked about families, food , blogging, - how this blog has changed our life. We had a lovely lunch which I thoroughly enjoyed but it was the friendship that made it! We had no alcohol - please note - I'm having that now! Cheers! Xxx
Knew you would hit it off. I am so happy for you both.
DeleteLooking forward to meeting everyone in October it is so exciting
Norah mentioned she had bought a new outfit ..... had me in a panic thinking it was for next week. We're all right though it is for a wedding.
I like to wear my jeans however think I will change them for "dress trousers" .......!!!!!
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Where are you going to meet up next week? Is it worth a visit next time we are at Tigh Mohr in the Trossachs? Sometimes we need somewhere to visit on a wet day! We love the Scottish Antique Centre at Doune. Nice restaurant there too! Xxx
DeleteOh! My! Word! did not know you were coming up our way.
DeleteWe could have a meet up.
We are meeting at Stering Mills in Tillycoutry which is quite neer Stirling. Note the difference .... Sterling & Stirling......!!!
There is a small shopping mall which unfortunately is open to the elements. Does have few quite good shops, across the road is a beautiful furniture store with a nice restaurants.
When are you coming up??
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Another good place is House of Bruar near Pitlochry. You possibly have been there. Very up market and expensive but you can pick up bargains.
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I don't think we've booked this year as yet! We were up in November last year . It is one of our favourite places. Haven't been in Tillycoultry since I was a teenager! That wasn't yesterday, Muriel and yes I have a good memory ! Xx
DeleteBeen to House of Bruar a few times! It's an interesting place! I bought a clear glass reindeer there several years ago which comes out every Christmas! I'm strange, I know! Xx
DeleteThat's not strange, I have things I have bought in places that come out only at Christmas. They are "memories" to be treasured.
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Oh I've been there too a couple of years ago. We rented a cottage not far from there and went for a walk up to the waterfall. Once we found house of bruer we kept going back! My daughter bought a beautiful coat in their sale, it was a bargain. Xxx
DeleteHi ladies I hope you don't mind I've put my pjs on and I'm just going to sit in the corner. I'm just sipping a glass of water thank you and sucking a hot cross bun. Well I was dreading the filling today, not sure if it's better to have the tooth out it's rather sore. Wonder if the tooth fairy will come tonight? Do you think she will bring a Sue die as I was a brave girl? Haha.
ReplyDeleteNorah your outfit sounds lovely but I know what you mean about the lack of tissue paper. Emma had a dress from phase 8 for the wedding last year which cost over £100 and it was folded up and put into the smallest bag. I don't often go to shops where you get those lovely bags that really look as though you have been shopping, it's usually a M&S carrier bag! I did have some lovely pjs for Christmas from beau avenue that came beautifully boxes with tissue paper, scented rose petals and a scented sachet to go in your undies drawer. It was very exciting.
It sounds like everyone is busy getting ready for Easter, looks like there might be some warm weather on a couple of the days but Good Friday doesn't look good. We are going to my sisters for Easter Sunday but that is the only plan so far, hopefully some gardening and a lovely walk!
Sam I hope you are feeling a bit brighter today, take it easy though and don't rush around too much. Xx Brenda it sounds as though there is no stopping you now, take care as well rushing around like that. Xxx
Well if I'm still awake I will pop back later, might just stick to the water though!
See you all later.
Love Diane xxx
Myra, so pleased you had a great time, and made a new friend. It's lovely when that happens, Sandra, Sue and Pat found it the same. Hazel x
ReplyDeleteThanks Hazel I had a lovely time. It was so kind of Saba's daughter to allow a complete stranger into her home! However I didn't feel I was meeting a stranger - and I so wish Barbara didn't live in Germany! Xxx
DeleteMyra I'm so pleased you had a lovely time meeting up with Saba.
DeleteMust be a lovely feeling meeting someone you only know through a blog but feel you have known them for ages. Pleased for you both.
Hug's Lynda xx
Good evening my lovelies.
ReplyDeleteSandra your card is stunning. I had to read the instructions 3 times until if finally dawned on me that I was seeing a sort of optical illusion. It looked like it was it was embossed rather than die cut. I have had that happen to me a couple of times on Sue's blog. Maybe it's just my wonky brain.Brilliant photos though, thank you Paul. Sandra I do hope you are considering applying to be on a design team.
Well ladies, I have had a lovely day and made an equally lovely friend. It was so nice of you all to think of us. I can honestly say that from the moment Myra arrived I knew we would get on. She made me a stunning card which I shall treasure forever and brought a present for Joanne in a bag which she had decorated beautifully. We never stopped talking and I didn't want her to leave.
Myra, sorry about speaking about you in the third person but I just want everyone to know how lovely you are. Joanne was thrilled with her gift, thank you for being so kind.
Now, I need to apologise for being a rubbish member of this coffee shop family at the moment. I am thinking of you all and do feel guilty for not joining in. It's like my school reports all over again - " must try harder ".
Love and big hugs
Saba xxxxcf
Saba, glad you had fantastic day, we all knew you would.
DeleteAs far as you not Blogging as much, we as your friends understand.
You are here visiting your family that is definitely your first priority.
As long as we all know you are well and happy so are we.
Love and Hugs
xxx
Saba sweetheart, don't you worry your head about not being in here all the time, you are spending important time with your much loved grandson and daughter and family. We get to speak to you all the time, they don't so let them savour this short spell of you while they can and we will be here waiting for you when ever you can come in.....am i right girls?
DeleteGlad you had a lovely day together girls and how can't it be a stranger when you feel as if you have never not known each other?
I'm away to my beddie byes girls so the rowdy lot keep the noise down and where did that cat go as i seen a lady from the Cat protection league in my wee village today and was going to get her to find a good home for the wee thing for although i personally don't like them, i wouldn't do any harm to them and would still want to see them safe and loved by someone
Night girls, sleep tight and i will be counting the bottles that i trip over in the morning so beware
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That's exactly what I said earlier today! Family time is precious and especially when you live far apart. Thanks for a lovely day! Hope you managed to open Oliver's magazine after I left! Xxx
DeleteJust a quick pop in, meds kicking in so won't be able to stay too long.
DeleteIt has been so refreshing to hear of all the new friendships being forged on this blog, and other meeting to take place soon. I'm glad you are all taking the plunge before our October retreat, I'm only sorry I am so far away that I can't join in personally, ce la vie, I can read all about it and join in that way. Goodnight my friends 'see' you tomorrow in the cafe.
Cheryl xxx
Night night Cheryl, Sleep well,
DeleteGod Bless,
Myra xxx
Oh Saba,
Deleteyou only over for a short time really so spend as much time with your family as you can. you pop in if you got a moment and if not ,we still here when you back. Wonderful you and Myra had a good day together. We not jealous at all, are we girls ? tihi
Take care xx
Hi Saba,so pleased you had a lovely time with Myra. Saba your family is your first priority so don't fret about not being here a lot,we all understand. Hope Val is doing well, she & your daughter must be thrilled to have you home even though it's not for good,so you enjoy the time you have with them. Hug's Lynda xxx
DeleteHi Saba and Myra sounds like you had a wonderful day. Saba we all understand, you are spending time with your family, I expect a lot of people will be tied up with family over the next few days.
DeleteGlad you both had fun.
Love Diane xxx
Hi Sandra
ReplyDeleteWell what can I say about today's card. It looks stunning in the photo, but looks even better in the flesh so to speak. Just thought I was having a funny turn just now. I had been looking through the comments, then Pete asked me to look at some words for him on Scrabble. When I went back everyone seemed to be a day behind. Then I realised I'd gone back to yesterday's comments. Must be having a CRAFT day, as I kept putting things down and couldn't remember where I'd put them. Lucky you and Paul having an evening to yourselves last night. I hope you both enjoyed the peace and quiet. Looks like Saba and Myra had a lovely day together. This was how the three of us were Saba when we met up. It was like we'd known each other for ever. Hope your feeling better today Sam, it's good to see you on the blog. Hope your driving went ok Brenda and it didn't hurt your wrist to much. Just take it gently at first. Looking forward to seeing everyone at Ally Pally. It would be lovely to get some sunshine soon ladies. Hope that spring hurrys up and makes an appearance. Now I've just been handed a glass of fusions wine. It's so yummy it reminds me of christmas and it's made by Echo Falls. Although it's a red wine it can go in the fridge. It's sold by Asda but it's in the White wine Isle, how bizarre is that. So all of you alcoholics (only kidding ). who like a glass of wine, pull up a chair and we'll have a good old natter.
Haha Pat I thought we were having a craft bargains section, now we have a wine section lol. It does sound lovely though, I feel a trip to Asda is needed!
DeleteSleep tight
Love Diane xxx
Have just had a flick through all of your posts and it all sounds wonderful I just wanted to say that I do feel sooty for Beth but at least you were there Hazel Our children are our most precious things in the whole world I do get a bit peeved when parents miss stuff They don't realise how lucky they are I should know My son passed away 5 years ago and I so miss him There's a saying that rings so true "You can never be happier than your unhappiest child" I have a beautiful daughter who is my sunshine Sorry for getting on my soap box Moaning over Just needed to get it off my chest
ReplyDeleteKaren,
DeleteLots of hugs and love to you xxxxx
Maureen
Karen,
DeleteDon't know what to say really. Our children should be a joy and come first but I'm old fashioned, maybe. They take everything in and are not stupid! You have suffered more than I can imagine - sending lots of love, Myra xx
Karen
DeleteSending you Love & Hugs.
There is nothing greater than a child's love.
To loose that is a tragedy, somthing no parent should have to bear
Myra is right they miss absolutely NOTHING?
xxx
Karen,
DeleteI am so very sorry, my heart goes out to you and I can't begin to imagine your sorrow. Please don't ever feel you need to apologise about feeling angry when parents don't realise just how lucky they are. You more than most have every right to be angry and I know I would speak for everyone here when I say we are here for you whenever you need our support.
Comforting hugs for you Saba xxx
Hi Karen,
DeleteI was so saddened to read your post, I cannot the imagine the pain you must have been through and still feel, so you are more than qualified to get on that soap box, my heart used to melt for the children that were looking out into the audience to find their mum or dad and you could see their face drop when they didn't see them,
we always made it somehow to our childrens performances, I wouldn't have been anywhere else. Your children are a gift and should be treated that way, well most of the time, as they are your most precious possession.
Karen thank you for sharing with us tonight, we are all here to listen and support you with love and laughter whenever you need us!
love and huge hugs,
Sandra
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Hi Karen
DeleteSending you a hug lovely lady, there is nothing worse than loosing your child
Love Diane xxx
Hi Karen I was so sad too read your post it breaks my heart I cant imagine what you went through. Comforting Hug's coming your way
DeleteLove Lynda xx
Hello Saba and Myra, or Myra and Saba,
ReplyDeleteI never had a doubt for a second that the pair of you would get on as you are both full of laughter, fun and caring. It's amazing how we have all bonded over this blog and care about each other.
But we haven't seen Barbiepinkfairy for a while and I wonder if she's all right,
and where is Littlelamb and Theresa?
Oh, Oh, he who must be avoided is coming up the stairs so I'll have to go shortly, I'll clear the benches and make sure Maria is not asleep in the dishwasher, who's left a half eaten hot cross bun, oh there's a note to say that it's my tip for clearing up!!! The key is in the usual place.
I hope Sandra had a fab day with Pat, and I'm so pleased that Myra and Saba had a wonderful day which we all knew they would.
Love and hugs to all, night, night.
Muriel xx
Night night, my dear!
DeleteSleep well,
God Bless, xxxx
Night God bless love,
DeleteSaba xxx
Hi Maureen,
DeleteI too knew that Saba & Myra would get on, I said in a post earlier that we have all broken down the first barriers between each other on here, so that makes it easier for that first meeting, I am so looking forward to October when we can all spend quality time getting to know each other better, I just wished we all lived closer together.
Pat and I had a great day as always thank you, Littlelamb was is yesterday, she has got the all clear to drive to now so there is no stopping her now thankfully!
Theresa I am worried about, I really hope she isn't in too much pain, bless her, hopefully she will be back among us soon.
Tandy too has been missing for ages, I hope that she is ok too.
I am guessing that Barbie is just busy, I hope all is well with her too.
OOh just come back everyone.....please!
love and hugs
Sandra
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Night, night all that's me off to bed.
ReplyDeleteLove & Hugs
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Night Night Patricia,
ReplyDeleteI'm getting ready for bed too! Think I'll have a bit of a read! - a book that is - not a blog! Xxx
Night night Patricia
DeleteNight night Myra you lovely lady
Night night all.
Blimey sounds a bit like the Waltons!!
Saba xxxxx
Good night Patricia good night Myra good night Maureen good night Saba sleep well. Lynda xx
DeleteSorry to be so late tonight. First chance I have had yo get I here. Very busy day. Sandra your card is wonderful. Love the colours and everything about it. Thank you you for your good wishes with my driving. Took a friend to a garden centre which is about 20 miles away. She had to get flowers for the church for Easter. It was heaving with people and children, although ours don't break up until tomorrow. One girl was on roller skates weaving in and out of the clothes that were very close together. Unbelievable. Left my son's this morning after washing up and tidying then went to the Garden Centre then back to son's as granddaughter wanted to see me then at last home. Haven't been here for 9 weeks so seems strange. Glad you had a good time Saba and Myra. Hope you are feeling better Sam. Well seems like everyone has gone and I am talking yo myself. It gets like gat when you are on your own:-). Better go. Be back tomorrow.
ReplyDeletei'm listening Brenda,
DeleteI am so pleased that your first drive went ok, I am not sure why parents think its ok to let their children run riot all over the place, there is a time and a place for them to be whizzing round on roller skates and its not in a garden centre! Accident waiting to happen if you ask me!
I expect it must feel really strange going back home after 9 weeks, I guess it will feel quiet and lonely, so make sure you don't get down, stay with us on here when you can my lovely, I hope little Scarlett wasn't too sad to see you going home, especially now its the holidays.
I am looking forward to meeting you at Ally Pally in 9 days time!
Sending you love and Hugs
Sandra
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Wish you a good night Littlelamb, you had a busy day and when you starting to talk yo myself and like gat when being on your own I think the bed is the best medicine hihi
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Thank you everyone Night night all Thank you to those that have cleared up I've changed the cat litter Looking forward to reading your comments tomorrow I promise I'll try not to get on my soap box tomorrow
ReplyDeleteKarenlotty,
Deletethe soapbox is there for when you feel like shouting about one thing or other. Don't think you mind ,do you Sandra ? We'll see you tomorrow and Littlelamb too
Good night Maria xx
Maureen, do you think if I go in the dishwasher it will gurgle my throat out and clear my earache ? not feeling to cleaver this evening, alright,alright don't shout all at the same time. I know I'm not cleaver ,therefore this company <3.
ReplyDeleteI have seen some people around, on the dark side, no only across the road I think they taken to read just and not come in again wish is a shame, they don't know what they missing out on. Maybe they crawling in one day but do we still accept them ? of course we do, because that's who we are!
Night, night my friends, Love and hugs Maria xx
Hi Maria,
DeleteYou would be amazed at how many blog views we have compared to posts, some days the views have been in the 400's how crazy is that!
I do wish people would take the plunge and come in to join us, everyone that has has stayed and enjoyed it I think, apart from a couple, however hard you try not to let it bother you it does when you see them posting else where, you kind of think what happened, what did I do or say!
Anyway the important ones have stayed and made this the best blog In the world to be part of!
I literally love you all,
I felt so full of pride and happiness when I thought about Saba and Myra meeting up, all because of the blog!
I get to meet you too in 9 days my lovely!
Love and Hugs
Sandra
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Evening, I know I am just popping into an empty cafe, but I will just tiptoe around. I just had to let you know Sandra, that your card is beautiful. I have one of Sue's cards, yes, I know I am lucky, it was one she made on C&C, and it is similar in style and colour to yours. I have looked carefully, and I have to say....I think yours is better!!!!
ReplyDeleteSorry I haven't been visiting the last couple of days, this is the downside of the hospitality trade, I am busy when others are on holiday.
Will visit as often as I can, don't want to miss out on the gossip
Hugs
Janice
i'm in Janice !
DeleteMe too hihi
DeleteI guess I be here for a while, Muriel has put me in the dishwasher
DeleteNo wonder you've got ear ache! You haven't got one of the little red power balls stuck in there have you? Once the rinse cycle has finished I will let you out. :) xxx
Deleteis it working Maria, should have thrown some menthal crystals in with you, with the steam it would have been the perfect decongestant!
Deletehugs
Sandra
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Hi Janice,
DeleteThank you sweetheart for the lovely comment on my card.
where do you work?
Does that been you will be busy over the whole bank holiday weekend?
hugs
Sandra
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Thanks Diane I'm getting a bit dizzy here ,oh dear lol
DeleteSorry Sandra, don't know your last word.Diconiss what tihi
I think you do your dingbat, Its de-con-gest-ant ( to unblock your nose)
DeleteI hope it works though xx
I'm still here Maria what on earth are you doing in the dishwasher Muriel I'm calling child line fancy putting poor Maia in the dishwasher & with an ear ache,hope the knives & folks aren't in there too.
DeleteSandra glad you had a lovely day with Pat. Well I'm off to bed I so need some beauty sleep well I can hope hehe,the droopy bit's are hooked up. So Good night see you tomorrow love Lynda xx
hi Lynda,
Deletehow are you my lovely?
where are the droopy bits hooked up too? no behind Terry's ears I hope, tihi
Sandra
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Nooooo Tenna ladies hooks Sandra hihi xxxx
DeleteHahahaha now I need to go change mine!
DeleteAt least the dishwasher should be somewhere warm.
ReplyDeleteYes Sandra, I am working right through the easter holidays. I run a hotel/hostel in Fort William, families on holiday, walkers and climbers, lots raising money for charities by climbing mountains etc, nutcases who throw themselves off mountains on bikes etc. Open seasonally, so craft time in winter, long hours from now till October. Really time to retire but still planning the exit route.
So if anyone is on holiday or passing through Fort William (or visiting family), let me know please.
Janice
No peace for you then Janice,
Deletewell I guess you want to be busy, so I expect you will be run off your feet over the next week or so?
Have fun, you will have to keep all the crafty tips in your head for when your business dies down! at least its a hobby you can fit round your busy times.
Well if you waiting for Maria, who is on her blow drying cycle now, (imagine the state of her hair when she gets out) I will go to bed!
I will keep track of the goings on on my Ipad,
good night for now
hugs
Sandra
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I will make sure Maria is dry before I put her out with the cat. Forecast to be cold tonight, and I don't want her earache /stuffy head to get worse.
ReplyDeleteNight night, I think I better get off to bed too.
Hugs
Janice
Very fun die cuts, colors and design.
ReplyDeleteHugs diane
Very fun die cuts, colors and design.
ReplyDeleteHugs diane