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.....
Date: Sunday, February 13, 2011 GMT Views: 35814
Favorited:69
Registered: August 9, 2005 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 16812
Fri, Mar 04, 2011 @ 2:02 PM
Congratulations Pat! So thrilled to see you here in the dirt pile and with Teresa, how fun for the two of you to be "roomies". Have fun girlie, it goes by so super fast!!!!
------------------------------ Jerri Kay My Gallery My Blog - A Touch of Grace Shout to the Lord, all the earth let us sing, power and majesty, praise to the King!
Registered: June 21, 2006 Location: Still getting giddy over paper and ink in Colorful Colorado! Posts: 14180
Fri, Mar 04, 2011 @ 8:13 PM
Well, I am never one to be first to comment...but finally figured out you were here!! Pat, I can't think of anyone I'd rather see here...your stamping has evolved even in the short time I've known you and each card is such a rich beauty...full of details and little bits and pieces of your life, family, and faith so entwined...I always love your cards!! So a big hug and congratulations from me, Pat!! I'm excited to see all your beautiful creations!
Registered: July 9, 2008 Location: Stars Fell on Alabama Posts: 74752
Sat, Mar 05, 2011 @ 6:11 AM
Pat, I love seeing you become one of the Dirty Dozen. Your talent is amazing and you are one of the kindest, big-hearted stampers around.
You always have a sweet word for everyone. Enjoy your special time!!!
Sending love and hugs!! P.S. Sorry to be so late...must be my style.
------------------------------ My Blog---My Gallery---My PinterestI'm a Punchkateer! (Prez) FOREVERDirty Dozen Alumni2014 CAS Spring DT--- Inspiration Challenge Co- Hostess 12/02/17-12/28/19 Watercolor Wednesday Design Team Hebrews 13:2Brenda
Registered: April 23, 2005 Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 8246
Sat, Mar 05, 2011 @ 7:13 AM
Congratulations Pat! So happy to see you are one of the Dirty Girls. Your work is just amazing and I love your encouraging wonderful comments. You Rock!
------------------------------ Jill "The question is not what you look at, but what you see."
Registered: February 2, 2007 Location: Vermont/Florida Posts: 21372
Wed, Oct 05, 2011 @ 10:07 AM
My Dear friend, please forgive me for not realizing this before now!
I am so happy you are here.. you SO deserve it.
I so love you and your work, you are so very talented.
Your cards are some of the best on SCS.
Congrats, and love and hugs to you and Bubba!
------------------------------ In loving memory of my first splitcoaststamper friend, Deb Latray Wood.