Tuesday 10 December 2013

Stormy Weather

Hello!

I have a friend who is going through some stormy weather in her life right now. As much as I would like to help, it is her own journey, and I can only offer my support from the sidelines. I am her hand to hold, her shoulder to cry on, and her ear to bend any time she needs. Because I am inarticulate when it comes to offering support, I made a card. I hope it helps.
I used PTI Mighty Oak stamps and cover plate die. I made my card base slightly larger to provide the red border. Colours are SU! Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Poppy Parade.

I will admit that I'm not sure how helpful this sentiment will be when in the middle of the storm. I know that when I'm having a difficult time, I don't much care how much stronger it is making me, I just wish it was over and all better... now. With hindsight, I appreciate the struggles I've had, but not so much when living through them!

I used the current (revived) Fusion Challenge inspiration board for this card. I used the photo inspiration only. I'm not sure if you can see in the photo, but the card is sparkly. The tree in my card is a reflection of the deer silhouette in the inspiration photo (that's the inspiration for me, not sure if anyone else can see how I got here, LOL!) and I used the colours.
For my friend - you are one of the most amazing women I know. Your endless patience, your never-ending helping of others, your amazing energy for getting things done, and doing them so well, are all inspirational. Never doubt your abilities, you are one of the best.

For everyone else, thank-you for visiting! I love having you here on my blog, and I love visiting you back!

Michelle
xxx

10 comments:

~amy~ said...

What a great card, I'm sure your friend will appreciate it very much!

Barb said...

Love the colors you used, Michelle! Beautiful card!

Vicki Dutcher said...

Great inspired and encouraging card! Your friend will appreciate it I am sure!

Lynn said...

I'm sure your friend is going to really appreciate this. The sentiment and your words are heartfelt and true. So glad you could play along with us at Fusion! I love your take on the inspiration.

Cathy Weber said...

That is such a beautiful sentiment and I am certain it will be appreciated by your friend. When Mighty Oak was released I was thinking of it as a Fall set, but the colors you have used really show how versatile it is! Such a good take on the Fusion challenge!

Tracey McNeely said...

Beautiful beautiful Michelle!

Kim Heggins said...

Gorgeous!!

Geri said...

I've always loved this tree and your colors look gorgeous on it! It's beautiful! It's never easy to find the perfect words for someone else, but I'm sure your friend appreciates you AND this lovely handmade gesture! Thanks so much for playing along at FUSION!

Michelle Lupton said...

I adore this card, Michelle!!

Joyce said...

What a beautiful card and fabulous color scheme. I hope things improve for your friend.