An elderly couple who live two houses down the street from us have been our neighbors ever since we moved here 21 years ago - they don't have any family and have been surrogate grandparents to my two sons, which means a lot since my dear Mom and Dad live so far away in the U.S. We treat them like they're our own parents, and recently the health of this couple has really been going downhill, especially for the husband who has diabetes, and it's involved lots of trips to the hospital. Lila is so worried about her DH. This card definitely reflects her character - with the poppies and the doily, it fits her perfectly - old fashioned and traditional, she loves flowers, and bright colors. I'm sure she'll love this card. What a great challenge, Wendy!
I cut a black circle to go behind the doily for more definition and used a Sweet and Sassy Stamps set called Poppies and Greetings - I love it, not only for the pretty poppies, but all the fabulous sentiments it includes for lots of occasions!
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Registered: December 4, 2009 Location: Southern Utah's Dixie Posts: 20558
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 5:08 AM
So very Beautiful , Bridget!! Not only in the wonderful coloring and design, but for the whole thought behind this card! The blessing of this elderly couple goes both ways!!
Registered: July 9, 2008 Location: Stars Fell on Alabama Posts: 75007
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 5:30 AM
Bridget, I adore poppies and you've made these spectacular. What a gorgeous card for this sweet couple. Loving that ribbon treatment, too.
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Registered: April 12, 2006 Location: SLC (Stampin' Like Crazy! hehehe!) Posts: 29991
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 5:36 AM
What a sweet story!! I am sure they love you like a daughter, and your boys like their own grandsons. What a special pick-me-up this will be for Lila ... love those striking red flowers and your expertly-tied "Bridget Bow" ... you rock, GF!!
Registered: January 29, 2006 Location: Mount Forest,Ontario Canada Posts: 11622
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 5:58 AM
What a gorgeous pick me up, Bridget. Lila will be encouraged by the heart you share with her. I am loving all the wonderful stories that are so generously spilled into this gallery today. How uplifting. Love the way you brought out that doily with the black circle behind it. All your elements of color and design are always stunning. Hugs
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Registered: April 4, 2008 Location: Sahuarita, Arizona originally from New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 18436
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 8:00 AM
Bridget, this is such a gorgeous card.... the colour combo is also just perfect for those beautiful poppies.... I know your neighbours will absolutely love it.... I know I do.......well done mf.....
Registered: June 9, 2006 Location: Wauconda, IL Posts: 55667
Fri, Oct 14, 2011 @ 8:21 AM
What a sweet story Bridgett. I hope your neighbor's health improves a bit. Your card is super lovely and I know that they will like and appreciate it. Your family, and this couple are both lucky and blessed to have each other.