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Monday, August 20, 2012

Just Because

Today I called for someone at work and instead of getting the person I called for I talked to another work friend of mine.   It's been awhile since I talked with her.   Last year her husband passed away of a terminal illness so of course she went through a tough time.  Today's conversation was fun and pleasant.   I just didn't want to ask "So, how are you really?" but I was thinking it.  I decided that I wanted to send her a card and just let her know that I recognize it's probably still tough adjustment and just because I didn't bring it up didn't mean I wasn't thinking of her.   Sometimes at work difficult situations seem so much more complicated to talk about but it's still "life" ... KWIM?   So this is for Debbie and it's really "just because".   This sketch came from SCS Verve Challenge for this week. 

Supplies:  All A*Muse Studio - Paper Gingham & Shimmer Damask Lime,  French Roast Shimmer,  Latte Woodgrain,  Stamps Just Because,  Papillion,   Ink French Roast, Lime, Fern,  Lime Satin Ribbon, Just Blooms Flowers,  Green Assrtmt Buttons,  Pearls Sugar

14 comments:

  1. Fabulous patterns and greens with this gorgeous card of encouragement for your friend!

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  2. These colors and papers are beautiful! I LOVE this card!

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  3. You are such a sweet friend to send this encouragement card. When I first looked at it, something about it struck me. I really like it! After reading your "story" I know that it is a special card indeed.

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  4. Definitely a special card-I love the papers!

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  5. The card is wonderful and the thoughts behind it are the best! I think you're exactly right in realizing that this is a tough time period.The world seems to think you should be 'done' grieving, and in reality the shock is sometimes just wearing off. She'll appreciate it, I'm sure.

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  6. What a lovely card for a lovely thought. I'm sure your friend will appreciate both the card and knowing that you cared enough to make it for her :)

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  7. What a beautiful card! I love the dp you choose and the colors.

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  8. What a beautiful way to let a friend know you are thinking of them and how much you care!

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  9. Nice card - I love the border punch that you used!

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  10. Lela, beautiful card!!!. Great paper and I'm loving more and more flowers with buttons on them.

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  11. Lela, I love the layout of this card and your color choices are gorgeous. Great placement of the pearls, too!

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  12. Gorgeous!! That's so nice you thought of your co-worker that way. I'm sure she'll appreciate it.

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  13. This is such a pretty card! And what a thoughtful gesture for your friend!

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  14. How pretty, I'm sure she will love this card. Sometimes it nice to send a card.

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