The Dirty Dozen? Really? It started with a PM from Lydia regarding my Albums vs. Gallery, and I was certain I had done something wrong, at least wrong enough to warrant this message. We chatted about all that is SCS for about five minutes, and Lydia asked me if I would like to be a part of the Dirty Dozen! Not in my wildest dreams had I ever even entertained such a thought! Silence fell, and tears- tears of relief that I had not gone astray in the gallery, and tears of unbelief.
Growing up in the mountains of Northern California, I met my sweetheart 38 years ago. We married and moved to Clovis, Ca. where we raised our two wonderful sons. Soon my DH will retire and by next May, I will join him in the Land of Retirement as we move to Cody, Wyoming to be with our children and grandchild- who are the center of our lives! Card making has become a passion for me ever since my first SU Class some years ago. My Demo, and now "Bestie IRL" Natalie introduced me to SU, and the fire began! I had no idea about this world but was fascinated by all Natalie created- she started with a torn piece of paper, and I was done! I bought my first set, thinking although I could not make “real” cards, I could use the scriptures I bought to make stationery. Now, I literally wake up with ideas in the wee hours, and get to it before the sun comes up! I love that stamping is an outlet to share my family, my faith and sometimes my twisted sense of humor as well.
One thing I can tell you about this journey is that I am mindful of all that SCS has done for my paper crafting, and all of the beautiful and talented people in this place. After looking for some time, I joined and began commenting. It took some time before I had the courage to upload, and that is when it started. The encouragement found through others in SCS has been incredible and I am so thankful for those who share ideas, techniques and often their hearts on paper. I have often called SCS “Card College”, and have taken so much inspiration from others, and have my favorite “Professors” too. I love how this community of stampers comes together to sharpen one another, and also how my very best friends have come from this place. I have been blessed to meet many of those I came to love, and can honestly say I have never met a Stamper I did not have an instant bond with. Lydia, thank you so much for this opportunity. I hope we can kick up some dust together in this Dirt Pile! Hugs.....
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Registered: February 12, 2007 Location: Aurora, Colorado Posts: 13642
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 5:40 PM
Oh, Buttnik, a sister in the dirty dozen!!!! I am soooooo happy for you. Your statement about never in your wildest dreams you would ever be asked is pure nonsense. You are what SCS is all about. You are over the top talented, kind and a friend/sister to so many of us would be card makers. You encourage and support and razzle dazzle us with your gorgeous cards and make us want to grow up and be just like you.....Oh that's right I am older than you...I missed it!!! I am so happy!!!! I would do a cart wheel but I would probably need a hip replacement after the event!
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Dearest Pat, I couldn't be more thrilled to see you in the Dirty Dozen. You are so very talented and creative and I will look forward to every gallery post you do. Congratulations to you! You deserve this honor and you will bless everyone with your treasured creations. Hugs!
Splitcoast Dirty Dozen Alumni Creative Crew SU Design Team Alumni Demo Challenge Leader Splitcoast Challenge Host
Registered: February 8, 2004 Location: South of Oklahoma, North of DFW Airport = North Texas! Posts: 44395
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 7:16 PM
Pat, Pat, Pat!!!
I was literally cheering out loud when I saw your photo in this newest Fan Club Gallery! This has been a time that I knew would surely come ... and I am truly thrilled to see you here. Your creations have long-inspired me. Your spirit comes through in so many beautiful ways. Congratulations on your new title, Ms. Pat! Here's to the next six months!
Registered: April 6, 2005 Location: Stuarts Draft, Virginia Posts: 14401
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 8:21 PM
Pat, you're one of those sweet, faithful commenters on SCS and you always have the most wonderful creations! Congratulations on this dirty status! I enjoyed "getting to know you" through your bio.
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Wanda Cullen ~ Dirty Dozen Alumni, On design team for Papertrey Ink, Designer for Color Throwdown and Fusion Card Challenges Cullen-ary Creations[/URL]...my blogHERE'S MY GALLERY[/URL]
Splitcoast Dirty Dozen Alumni My Pinkie is Inkie in Boxertown
Registered: April 4, 2006 Location: Boxertown USA, IL Posts: 67307
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 9:59 PM
Oh, my gosh, how exciting to see you sitting on that dirt pile. I am so thrilled you are there, you are so deserving. You have a style all your own and we can pick out your cards without seeing the name on them.
Well, Sistah, I am off to look at your wonderful creations now that I can get in the DD gallery. Have fun and I will be watching to see what purty creations you make. Hugs to you.
Registered: January 7, 2006 Location: Central California Posts: 16758
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 10:49 PM
I'm so doin' a happy dance right now and am thrilled to the bone!! You so belong in this dirtiest of piles my friend!! Your creativity knows no bounds!! How exciting!!! Congrats!! Congrats!! Congrats!!
Registered: July 13, 2004 Location: Wishing I lived closer to my kids! Posts: 61028
Wed, Feb 16, 2011 @ 11:04 PM
Pat, I am so thrilled and happy for you. Definitely so deserving of this honor. Your cards always inspire me, as do your words. Congratulations! I am doing the giraffe dance for you!