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Favorite Reads and Makes - 2024

Hello friends,

With DRS Designs closing down, some health issues, and a few fights with Blogger, it seemed like a good time for a blogging break, but I am back. Here is a little catch up:

This was my favorite book from my completed book list in 2024 (I finished 135 books - 49,753 pages):


I estimate that I made over 350 cards, ATCs, and scrapbook pages in 2024. Here are six of my favorites:








I water colored all but the House Mouse card.

I haven't been bored and haven't regretted retiring yet.

I hope to get around and catch back up with you all very soon.

Hugz,

Nancy



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  1. Christine AlexanderJanuary 1, 2025 at 7:21 PM

    Happy New Year Nancy, I've been retired for 3 and a half years now and loving every moment :)
    Beautiful ATC's I especially love the little penguins ♥

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