A Short Little Sunday Sermon

I love Jan Karon. I haven't read one of her novels in a long time (note to self: scour the flea markets for Jan Karon books), but I pull out Patches of Godlight from time to time. It is suppose to be a journal of favorite sayings and quotes "written" by one of her main characters, Father Tim. I love how it is all done in his handwriting and on his old typewriter (complete with typos and corrections). Inside the book are many jewels that inspire me. The quote on this card is an example.

When I focus on this quote, it grabs my heart and takes my breath. I am reminded of the many times I have thought things were impossible, then they just seemed difficult, and then they were done. Wow! After my Sister and Dad died, I thought I would never feel safe or happy ever again. But God put happiness and safety back in my life. He even guided my Mother to a new love three years ago - that resulted in the most wonderful Step-Dad ever and the sweetest Step-Sister (who had been my best friend for years - love you Sharon). I have seen Him bring family members and friends through cancer, heart attacks, the edge of insanity, financial trouble, legal trouble, and spiritual trouble.

Back to my card, I made it with paper out of the SU! Everyday Enchantment dp collection plus Poppy Parade and Kraft card stock. I also used my new SU! Flower Punch as well (I crinkled and wet the punched flowers after sponging them with Tim Holtz Tea Dye Ink, scrunched them around a brad I had inserted in the middle, let them dry, and then filled the middle with gold beads). Being a SCS Punchkateer, I am proud of my punch count - 8 (3 spellbinder cutz and 5 punches using the flower punch).

I am entering this card in one of my new favorite challenges, the Southern Girls Challenge (SGC41), which is to use a sentiment (phrase, quote, inspiring words, journaling, etc). Also, Michelle had everyone using a sentiment in the SCS Ways To Use It challenge (WT368) this week.

I have had the best Sunday - hope you did too! Hugz, and thanks for dropping by!!!

The Sea, Words of Courage, and Some Ink/Watercolor

Hello friends, Last week felt like a stormy sea of its own with my husband recovering from recent hip replacement surgery and several friends and family members facing life battles - my heart was caught in the waves. Computer issues and lack of sleep didn't help. Mark 4:39-41 reminded me: even when the winds rage, Jesus is in the boat. He speaks peace over the chaos. “Peace, be still.” I needed that reminder. Several lovely Creative Worship Stamps sets were used in the making of this watercolored and inked BAJ page: The Sea (the boat and verse), Scene Silhouettes: Tall Grasses, and Have Courage . This page was stamped, then watercolored with Daniel Smith Watercolors. I finished it off with some Tim Holtz Distress Ink (Vintage Photo, Mustard Seed, and Ground Expresso), plus a little bit of Silver Stickles. We have a lot of things going on in life and you time is precious, thank you for spending a little bit with me. Hugz, Nancy

Flowers, a Flag, and Some Wise Words

Hello Crafty Friends! I love Halle's theme at **Art*Journal*Journey* this month: Botanicals. So many possibilities... I combined the botanical theme with some of the colors in ARTNUDGE#725A and came up with this Bible Art Journal page focusing on 1 Timothy 2:1-2. I also made a patriotic prayer card too. In these verses, Paul tells Timothy (and all of us) to pray for everyone but he especially calls out prayer for kings and leaders. He indicates that this type of prayer could lead us to a tranquil and quite life in all godliness and dignity. I think we can all agree that the world needs much prayer right now and it is an easy step we can take. I experimented on this journal page. I usually cover any bible journal pages with gesso before painting on them, but I have issues with the gesso gumming up my Micron pens or unevenly taking color. This time I used Daniel Smith Ground Medium in Titanium White (I mixed it with 10 parts water). I loved it and will be using it in the fut...

Wise Words for Life's Storms

My first post as a Guest Designer for Creative Worship Stamps. This watercolor and ink card features one of my favorite CWS sentiments - Big God . I am so grateful He is there in storms and this stamp beautifully underscores His power. The main panel of this card is watercolor paper and was painted with Daniel Smith Watercolors and Liquid Ink (the white highlights in the rain drops). The words were stamped with black ink from Close to My Heart. Hugz, Nancy

AnonymousApril 1, 2012 at 2:39 PM
Beautiful card with a lovely sentiment that is just so true. Isn't if amazing how things end up in the "Done" column? Thanks for sharing. I'm so sorry for the losses in your life and so happy for the fortunes you have found.
McCrafty's CardsApril 1, 2012 at 3:31 PM
Beautiful card, I needed to read this today to lift my spirits, thank you, I like the papers and the flowers.
Kevin xx
Chrissy DApril 1, 2012 at 5:11 PM
Sucha GORGEOUS card!
MarisaApril 1, 2012 at 6:00 PM
LOVE this quote - saw it on one of Swindoll's daily devotionals. It's sooo true :) Glad your mom was able to live it to the fullest :)
Colleen DietrichApril 2, 2012 at 8:38 AM
What a beautiful, eloquent post AND card, Nancy. Hugest of hugs to you!
Sharon HuntApril 2, 2012 at 8:41 PM
Beautiful card and I love the quote as well. I am so glad God put us together, first as friends and now as sisters. I think we have both been blessed in so many ways. Our trials have made us stronger and our blessings have made us both humble and thankful. Love you.
SueApril 5, 2012 at 7:28 AM
I love the quote too! And the beautiful card you created around it. Pretty colors and details.

Hugs
Sue
wannabcre8tiveApril 5, 2012 at 8:06 PM
Your card is beautiful. Love the sentiment and hearing about all God has done.
Carol LApril 6, 2012 at 9:07 AM
A beautiful creation with a lot of thought behind it! I love the dried flower accent!
JD/ JillApril 7, 2012 at 8:50 AM
Beautiful card, and great post!
Jessica PascarellaApril 10, 2012 at 10:18 AM
This is a wonderful card! Great colors! Thanks for joining us at SGC!

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