Okay Back now finally

Glad to have you back! Hope things even out a little soon and that you have a nice b-day! I just got some of the stuff I needed for the rainbow swap as well. Now I have to figure out what to make...lol!

Well I don't know if I should just email Katrina or what but I wanted to know if I could make my own patterned paper. Cause I don't usually buy them, I make them. but if not I can buy. I don't mind....

Marie, I was just thinking about that today. Do you stamp or paint your own paper? It's okay w/ me if you make your own. I can't remember what color you're doing. Like M-C I've got bits and pieces but nothing put together. I can't wait to see what everyone comes up w/.

Katrina in KS

Well I stamp, direct to paper, paint, watercolor...lol Pretty much everything. I have Yellow, and different shades of yellows would be cool..But let me know, I could make one and take a picture and email it to you, that way you know what I am going for..But it will still be generic, and not be something everyone cant use. I wont do like flowers or teddy bears...

Go for it! I trust you. Surprise me.

Katrina in KS

Welcome back... I know what you are going though wiht DH and not wanting to talk to anyone other than your mom. My mom drives my nuts about everything, and DH has been on his time of the month or something. I think that you would do an awesome job making your own paper... you will have to post it so that we can all see.

Mel

Good to see you Marie and you know you can always talk to us!! If you don't want the whole world to read,then e-mail anyone of us privately.....listening and enabeling are what we do best ! :-)

Hugs, Sabrina in Kentucky

a good friend is a life long treasure

It's good to see you back Marie! Remember that we all have hearts to listen with and, if need be, shoulders to cry on. If you don't want the whole world to hear, don't be afraid to email any of us privately. Glad to hear everyone is over the flu! Your screen house sounds wonderful. Can't wait to see it!

Welcome back, Marie! Sounds like you've been busy. I know what you mean about getting out into the yard. We're getting ready to open the pool this Sunday. The kids are so excited. I'm glad for the summer weather, even though it looks like spring was short again this year. Just a thought of mine on marriage. My DH and I have been married 31 years. I tell my nieces & nephews all the same thing. When you are having troubles, don't tell a family member or really close friend. (Unless of course it is an issue where the marriage will be terminated over.) I'm talking about the in's and out's of life.When the issues are resolved and things are back to 'normal' life goes on. BUT, your family and friends will not forget what happened. My sister made that mistake - she complained to everyone in the family about her husband everytime they would get into it over anything. He's accepted at family get-togethers, but it is a polite acceptance. Everyone knows too much. Can't wait to get your rainbow swap. It sounds great. I'm still working on mine. have a great week. Sandy

Welcome back. Happy Mother's Day to you too!

Happy to hear that you are having fun.. Swaps are a lot of fun :)

Sorry to hear that you are having problems with DH. If you need to talk we are always here to listen. Happy Belated Birthday!!

Can't wait to see all the pages.

Glad to see you back Marie. Glad the family recovered from the flu. Glad you got pages done. Sorry to hear you are having problems and hope they improve soon.

Teresa in MD

Welcome back Marie! Sounds like you had and still are having a lot of things going on in your life. Not only is being a Mom the toughest job in the world, it's also the most important IMHO. Good luck on finishing the Screen house - I've never seen one and are looking forward to the befor and after pics! Also all the LO's you did and your MIL's card :)

Judy,SA

That's great advice Sandy. I think it totally makes sense!

Judy, SA