5.19.2013

Hello, Graduate! :)





Blessings on this Sunday morn! :) 

 Life has hit full throttle here and I just can't seem to find time to craft or blog, but that just means life is busier and blessed more than ever in other wonderful areas :) With 4 kids, schools ending, a bevy of activities and ceremonies for each, and *surviving* Prom week (yes, week - what a production!) with dd18 and her circle of friends, and moms, all joining us here in our home for the photos and the mommy's *after* party.  Our oldest daughter is also graduating High School in a couple of weeks and starting college in the summer (rather than take off in the Fall) and it's been a whirlwind.  Needless to say, we booked a week long vacation for the end of June at a resort to unwind, relax and sleep!  If I could have sat down to write myself a letter to know what these past few months would be, I still would not be anywhere near prepared but that's the beauty of God's plan for us and knowing that our lives are filled with the presence of God in all things, even in the busy-ness :) I look back and reflect my mantra for this year: Simplicity and think - wow, this month more than ever am I feeling WHY I chose that word!  Lord, hear my prayers.

So how about I'm behind in creating my own card kit!  ::: Oops! :::  Apologies!
With the Dueling Darlings duel this month, Jeanette and I were the hostesses with a wonderful theme: 
Making Memories, Celebrating Moments!
Since May is traditionally the month of celebrating Mother's Day, many anniversaries, upcoming June weddings, Holy Communions and Confirmations, graduations and so much more, we thought we'd take this time to celebrate the moments that mean so much!  
I knew I wanted to make a graduation card kit this month around (one of the perks of being the hostess - so much to chose!) so I sent the Divas identical card kits using this theme.  Here is my take on my card kit!





 I searched the 'net looking for the perfect papers to match the stamp I chose to use, Tessa Tassles from Kraftin' Kimmie.  In my search, I found Carta Bella's Beautiful Moments and I bought just by the name :)  And wow, are these papers lush and gorgeous!  I had trouble deciding which paper to choose so I sent the girls all of them, along with ribbons and an assortment of embellies and topped it off with the crown jewel - Tessa Tassles from Kraftin' Kimmie ~  how I adore Kraftin' Kimmie stamps!

We also asked the teams to share a celebratory moment that was special to them.  For me, I think one of the best moments was seeing my husband finally become Dr. Santi and holding our 1 year old daughter (yes, the same one just now graduating!) - she clapped her little hands when they called his name to my enthusiatic "there's daddy" - having no clue what was really going on, but she was happy to be there none-the-less!  It's incredible to think he'll be doing the same for her in a few weeks at her graduation, too :)

Blessings to each of you and be sure to stop by and see all the Dueling Darlings to see what they made this month!
You can find them in my sidebar right over there ~~~}

Thanks for stopping by and wishing you a blessed, 
beautiful SONday :)

Big hugs, Bigger Blessings!
~Kelly

40 comments:

  1. Cute image, cute sentiment, and yes, a CUTE card! Love it!!!
    Lynn

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  2. Oh Kelly, what a cute card. Love how you used this yummy dsp and the immie was so darn cute. I know what you mean about busy...(I just posted my card as well). Hope you survived prom week and I know you will survive graduation as well...it is tough but your DD has the world at her feet and will surely make it whatever she wants it to be...Congrats to all..

    Hugs,
    Carol

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  3. This is just adorable Kelly. The papers are so cheerful and fun and I love those cute buttons. xx

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  4. Sounds like you do have lots going on but a week's vacation will surely help you recharge! Kudos to your daughter and kudos to you for the wonderful graduation card, love the sentiment and great papers!

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  5. Great card Kelly...and great kit you put together for the Divas!!

    Love the papers and your buttons too! Awesome layout!

    Thanks for the great duel this month ☺

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  6. What a wonderful post! Congratulations to the graduate. You must be a very proud mama. Your card is fabulous! Love the image and the papers are gorgeous. What an outstanding card -- lovely coloring and your designs are always the best.

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  7. Such a pretty graduation card! i love the modern look of her. Congratulations to you and your daughter on her graduation. I am glad you both survived prom "week". Oh my! Glad the mommy get together went well. I am so exhausted with work and commuting so I am leaving tomorrow am to Colonial Williamsburg VA. Taking the Amtrak so I can sleep and read and just unwind with hubby.

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  8. Oh my! I love how you added the script paper. This is precious Kelly.
    I hope everything slows a bit for you so that you can enjoy and rest. :)

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  9. Great graduation card! I love the image and those embellishments are perfect! Wow, you are busy busy too! Congrats on your daughter's upcoming graduation. How exciting! Thanks for sharing your special memories too!

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  10. So pretty Kelly...Love the cute image.. Congratulations to the graduate.

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  11. kelly this is so cute!!! great job with your kit!!!

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  12. A lots is going on in your life, hm ? You definetly deserve a vacation to relax !

    Your card is perfect for a graduation. Sweet image and great DP, fabulous kit !!

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  13. WOW, I need a break just reading your write up, kids, busy busy!!! fantastic card, and yes, life is good and we are so blessed!!!!

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  14. Kelly this is a fabulous card, and I love that wee quote!!
    Congratulations on living life to the fullest with God!
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  15. Awesome papers and buttons with this sassy graduate!! What a landmark occasion in your family's life!! Best wishes for a bright future for your daughter! Oh, the places.............
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  16. Your card is absolutely gorgeous and what a sweet story about your daughter and her dad. What a cherished memory.

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  17. Awesome card Kelly. Love how you always finish off the inside to coordinate with the front.

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  18. This is adorable Kelly. And I love the paper.

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  19. Cute card! I love those buttons and the inside of the card, too.

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  20. You searched for the perfect papers and you certainly found them because your card is PERFECT!!

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  21. awww.. *sniff *sniff... your precious memory is a real tear-jerker as the graduation celebrations come full circle. Hugs to your family!

    And your card... WOW! Kelly, this is a real beauty!

    It's always fun to come to your blog and see what you've made and read your posts. You are such an inspiration to me!

    Loved hosting the DDD with you this month! HUGS!

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  22. Beautiful card, my friend!
    I am always so jealous of your ability to mix and match papers!

    I love me some Kraftin' Kimmie and just adore this image!!

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  23. great layout...as always. I think sometimes I am too "straight" with my layers. I should mix it up a bit!

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  24. Love the paper and the buttons. You reminded me that I need to make a couple of graduation cards. Congrats to your daughter! Hang in there. :-)

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  25. Great card. those papers are gorgeous, and I love those buttons!

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  26. How fun is this! I love the image and your Dp is perfect! Love the text buttons as well!

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  27. Kelly, you have got to be the busiest mom around and yet you find a little time to flex your creative muscles. This is so cute.

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  28. Such an adorable card and image. Congrats to your daughter on her accomplishment!

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  29. Totally Love this Kelly card Kelly. It is indeed wonderful that you and your family are busy with so much to look forward to!

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  30. Adorable graduation card Kelly! Congrats to your daughter.

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  31. Very cute graduation card. Fun design.

    regards Diane

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  32. What a sweet card Kelly. I love the buttons and the rick rack. Your coloring is fabulous!

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  33. yeahh finally able to make the rounds..so sorry about the tardiness....and wowww...look at this beauty!! awesome card, awesome challenge and super story abot hubby and your oldest DD...Congratz to her on the important ebent of her graduation..she looked STUNNING on FB....tfs her with us God bless her and keep her safe, always!♥

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  34. Such a cheerful card and occasion. I also enjoyed reading your special memory...how it all comes around full circle.

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  35. Thank you, for such a great kit this month. I just loved it! You created quite a card with it! I like how you brought out the yellowish color. Very cute!!!

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  36. What a sunny card - just love all those yellows!! I can see why you love those papers, they're amazing! Thanks for the smiles as I read your memory of Dr. Santi and his baby daughter. With her graduation coming up it will be another special memory for all of you!
    Blessings!!

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  37. Beautiful card! I love how perfect the words on the buttons work with the graduation theme!

    Kelly, I am praying that your busy-ness will soon come to an end and you will have time to properly recharge your batteries! I had no idea how worn down I had become until this week. I feel like a cloud has been lifted and even though it's rainy and gloomy here, I feel energized for the first time in a long time! Hugs!!

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  38. Love Kraftin' Kimmie's Stamps - you did a great job on this card!!!

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  39. cool buttons!! Really make you look at all the parts of your card!

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  40. love this card kelly! Such a fun it to play with!

    XOXOXOXO LJ

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