Here is a recent photo of our dog-Daisy.
She loves sleeping hung over the arm of our couch. She is just adorable.
Funny when I don’t show up for a day, I get lots of emails asking if all is well. That is so sweet 😀 Thank you.
Yes! I am here. Just letting the mojo flow, and not stopping it by blogging.
I get lots of emails about Daisy. Prior to be a dog owner I wouldn’t “get it”. I really wasn’t a dog person before we got her. OK Ill ramble on to dog stuff later in the post-keep reading 😀
Well in just 6 days you will get to see the first peeks at the fruits of my labor! I’m also gearing up fro Stamp New England. Sometimes Im amazed at what needs to get crammed into a day here.
I am B-U-S-Y! Plus I have my niece again today, so that throws a huge wrench in my plans! I’m actually praying she sleeps a good part of today. Three kids, a dog and a new baby-with DEADLINES………………that is juggling!!!
I am gearing up for my template peeks, and thePTI countdown! I think one of the templates this month will make LOTS of people HAPPY!! HINT! HINT!!
Anyway-lots to share, little time.
I’m still spinning over the Bachelor stuff, but won’t give it anymore of my energy.
You may remember I was the FEBRUARY Guest Designer for Queen Kat Designs Stamps. (WOW! Where DID Feb. go?) There is more stuff on their blog–>HERE!
Im in love with their Butterfly Writing bkgd, Doodle Tulip, Mini Sweets, Hooters, Love Birds and of course Flutterby!!
I just saw Their March Fairy Release and may have to pick that up!
I had been sent a set called Rocker Kat. As I said before it allowed me to step outside the box.
WATCH OUT!! This is where I go off deep into thought!
I made a little photo holder of Alexa and I, from when she was a baby.
About 11 months old here. I am 22.
Its amazing what ONE photo can stir up in us. The memories it holds. ONE moment, captured, can have so much meaning.
I LOVED this photo. It was the beginning of a very happy time for me in my life, which has only continued.
I was a single mom, and I felt like if I could take care of her, and juggle everything that I was, I could do ANYTHING!
It was actually a great time in my life. I never thought that being a young mom to a child, with special needs, and going through a divorce nonetheless, I could be happy! But, I was. It only took about 6 months for me to find out that I would be OK. Life would go on, and in fact, get better. I was stronger than I ever thought. I learned SOOOO much about what I wanted, didn’t want…….I could take on the world.
It was the first time in my life I was able to find “myself” and truly be on my own. I was only 21 – 22 at the time. Definitely “older” and more mature than most at that age.
Before that I didn’t know WHO I was or WHAT I wanted. NOW, I WAS happy. Life alone was much happier than being in a miserable first marriage, to someone who made me feel “not good enough”, and endless fighting. Definitely the type of house I didn’t want my daughter growing up in. We brought out the worst in each-other. I also left knowing I tried my best, and even though everything fell apart (he was having an affair for 2 years before I knew. His entire family helped him keep the secret!) it wasn’t my fault.
I did my best, but when only one person works on a relationship- it isn’t going to work! Its like having a row boat, and only ONE person rowing. You get now where, except go around in one big circle. In the end, his infidelity was the final straw. The minute I found out I left. Of course, I had no idea where I was going or what I was going to do, and HOW! But I put one foot in front of the other, and just did it.
It was hard and scary. Leaping into the unknown. Leaving my “comfort zone”.
I was scared to be a single mom, but in reality I already was. Erik had checked out of our marriage long before that, and had hardly embraced “fatherhood”. That was hard too because I thought he would have been a fabulous dad. He was the one who pushed to start our family. Now I think he really just wanted to “trap” me. He actually even admits to a lot of that. Another long story that I just assume forget.
I think from then to now how much I have changed, and all that is in my life-would not be, had those event NOT taken place.
In the end, Erik did me the biggest favor in the world! I wouldn’t be where I am today. I wouldn’t be happy, or have my AMAZING husband, or my other 2 children. I would be in a loveless, empty marriage. I am so thankful.
Now I don’t know WHY all this just poured out today. I think looking back on the photo and remembering that time in my life just inspired me to share.
Maybe if YOU are in a situation, maybe life is going all wrong, and don’t think you can do something, or are afraid to take a leap, know that things will be better. There is a purpose! Someday you will look back and remember when……
You can and WILL be happy again.You are stronger than you think. Life can be better than imagined. Sometimes when things go bad, we don’t know why. I know I wondered WHY all that happened to me. Had I known the day I “thought” my life was falling apart, I’d have the life I do now, I would have thrown a party! LOL!
Just like when I found out Alexa had Down Syndrome. One of the hardest days of my life. If I had a crystal ball, and saw her now (cancer and ALL) I wouldn’t have shed a single tear!
Same thing with her Cancer. had I known she would definitely be OK, and we would weather the storm like we did, I wouldn’t have worried so much. But ALL of it made my family what it is today. ALL of it had a purpose. Every moment-good and bad. It all lead me here, where I sit telling you my whole life story in ONE post! LOL!
I don’t know-maybe this will help someone else? Maybe you can relate?
Its was just another puzzle piece to my life.
For all of it I am grateful.
Anyway-
Alexa was the BEST baby in the world. She was actually fabulous period till like age 7! LOL! Then ATTITUDE came into our lives 😀 I hear its a good thing. Makes her like every other (now 9 year old) girl her age.
OK getting back to the CARDS!! Sorry about all that. Felt good though to think back.
I stamped the cat, and cut it out. I then stamped the hat on Pink Passion and cut it out. Added a row of BLING!!
Then keeping with the BLING theme (if is ROCKER CHIC!) I made this card in purple colors.
I liked the glittered star so much that I did this SUPER simple one 😀
More glittery stars! All 3 samples using that same set.
I want to thank Vicki for having me asa guest, even though between the 2 of us it was most likely the WORST Guest Designer in history scenario! LOL! We both had major computer issues.
Speaking of KAT’s I thought Id share another recent photo of our dog Daisy 😀
I get LOTS of dog lovers asking me how she is, since they haven’t seen photos in a while!
Isn’t she cute.
Since she is now “behaving” I don’t have those naughty photos and stories to share anymore. She is really good. Only ocassionally will she eat a Barbie! LOL! Granted, if its left on the floor unattended I think it SHOULD get eatten!!!
Those who don’t know-she is a cockapoo, and is now 1 years old.
Daisy enabled many families to get a cockapoo when we got her last year! LOL!
Daisy has been great!
I have to say I don’t know what we did before we got a dog! She is pretty amazing. Always everywhere we are. She “stamps” with me everyday, and yes, sleeps in our bed. She does lots of things, pre-dog owner, that we said we’d never do! Like sleep with us and eat people food. With 3 kids keeping her away from people food is near impossible. Her favorite treat is Cheese Doodles! OH MY! Open a bag of those and she will get up on her hind legs and twirl in a circle for them, begging! HILARIOUS.
NO! My dog doesn’t LIVE on Cheese Doodles or people food, but she tries.
Daisy is amazing with the kids-all kids-big or small (well not babies! She want to lick thier face off), and other animals. We have 3 cats and she “plays” with them daily. Her and my boy cat sleep cuddled together, and they even eat together. STRANGE!
When people come in she gets SO excited. Sometimes she pees! LOL! But that has gotten better, as has the jumping up. That part is owner error. Its hard to make her NOT jump when you have 3 kids who run around palying with her, encouraging her to JUMP for a snack, JUMP for a TOY and whatnot.
Anyway-she is a love!! Weighing in at a whopping 15lbs-perfect for our family. I do get her groomed every 6 weeks. Mainly because her hair gets long quick and I can’t keep it untangled.
I would definitely recommend her breed to anyone.
I even thought about getting another! But that would be INSANE.
OK now Im back to the daily grind
Thanks for reading all my RANDOM rambling.
If you skipped it, I don’t blame you! LOL!
Till tomorrow
51 Responses for "Some unexpected reflection"
Daisy is so cute!! Just makes you want to cuddle her!
You are a remarkable woman and I love that you share so much about yourself~really helps give hope to those who are in similar situations!
Your creations are FAB as always!!
Hi Lauren 🙂 Great post today – 🙂 I’m glad you are where you are now too – otherwise we may have never been friends…that would be sad. 🙁
Glad Miss Daisy is behaving herself, and she really is a little cutie – (and so is that photo of you and Alexa) I’ve been doing a little reminiscing as well – and I know those feelings you spoke of.
Hope you have a wonderful day friend!!
Oh, Lauren.
You made my day. You gave me a huge burst of strength to get thru my day.
I am going thru a bitter divorce right now. The kids are devastated. My husband trapped me as well.It was a, loveless, controlling and unfaithful marriage.
I was a sahm for 14 yars… now no skills and wondering how to go on?? Lifes soooo hard somedays.
Thanks for always putting it all out there, you have helped me sooo many times.
Kris
Lauren, you are amazing!! I read your whole post and it made me think of the times I would like to forget but like you said it makes you want you are today and you need the stumbling blocks to pave the way to the rest of your life and makes you realize what you have and what you can do.
Thanks for sharing.
Hey Lauren! Daisy is a CUTIE!! I, too, am a “dog person.” We have a huge golden named Boomer (91lbs..down from 115!) and he was my first child! (We now have 4 kids but he is my baby!) Boomer used to sleep with us too…until he got too big and uncomfortable!!LOL! I’m amazed how at good of a “juggler” you are…b/c you produce some amazing cards! Love your blog! Kim S.
Lauren,
Wow. You don’t understand how strengthening it is to see your post. I too am a young parent and have been going through some rough times in my relationship and it is very true what you said about our challenges and obstacles having a purpose. I commend you for sharing your story with us. You are an amazing person and I’m sure your husband and children see that in you!
xoxo,
Michelle
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I may be throwing a spanner in the works here, but, maybe having a second dog is not such a bad idea! My parents bought a Yorkshire Terrier when I was 6 and a few months later her when her little sister came up for sale they bought her. Those little dogs lived until they were 17. That means I had them from I was 6 until I was 23. They were absolutely wonderful – great pals and such good company for each other. I know that they were slightly smaller than Daisy but not a lot! My parents now have another ‘two’ and truly two is no harder to look after than one. How’s that for food for thought!
Just to mention I am almost as addicted to stamping as I am to dogs. I am in total admiration of your work!!
Jill
N Ireland
Hi Lauren,
I didn’t skip a word! Thanks for sharing your heart & soul w/ us. My hubby was just asking me why I tell my girlfriends EVERYTHING, and wishing some things could stay between just us. I said – well, one of my blogger girls tells US everything, too! He’s like – yeah, but what about the one that went on & on about how great her husband is??? I’m like – SAME GIRL!!!! =) So, thanks!
Can’t wait to see the template for this month. I LOVE the ones I have!
Kerry
Lauren, you are an amazing person! You must have a tremendous amount of strength to deal with some of the “curve balls” life has thrown at you. You totally deserve your wonderful husband (the one you have now) & 3 beautiful children.
Hi Lauren, I am a newbie to your blog but I read it everyday! I look forward to your projects and templates. You are really an inspiration to me. I love your puppy. When I was growing up we had a cockapoo and she was the BEST dog ever! 🙂 What a great choice for your kids. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your blog and your creativity. Keep it coming! 🙂
Lauren~I love hearing your story…I know it will be inspirational and encouraging to so many. Being real is so important. I know none of like to share the ‘ugliness’ of our past, but sometimes when the time is right it can be so helpful to another. We have this saying at our church…”One person’s testimony is another person’s prophecy.” By sharing this bit about your life I know someone will read it and think to themselves “If she can get through that, I can make it through what it is I’m dealing with!” Way to go Lauren!
Lauren- You are amazing and your strength is encouraging. You are an inspiration to so many by sharing your story. I have a dog similar to Daisy. My Lucky is only 7 pounds and is a mix of Maltese, Lhasa Apsa and Toy Poodle. I am surprised how much Lucky looks like Daisy. Ladies come to take my stamping classes at my home to have time with Lucky. I take him everywhere with me. He helps keep my sanity raising twin teenagers. I am looking forward to seeing your new templates.
Your Daisy is so cute. I have a Daisy too in my house, but she is a Basset Hound. Dogs are great and so muc a part of the family!!
Your story is so inspiring! You have been through so much and yet you remain optimistic and hopeful. You are truly an inspiration to me and many other women out there…May you always be blessed!
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. For those of us who have been through a divorce and wondered what was on the other side — we have SO been there and know your words will help someone who is questioning why they are in their current situation and whether they should stay. It takes a lot of confidence to share your experiences…thank you for taking the risk. You are truly and amazing woman!
Thank you so much for sharing about your life. It is such a great message for a lot of young girls. I have become addicted to stamping, your blog, and all of the aspects of stamping and paper crafts. I would like you to consider coming up w/ a May basket. I grew up making and delivering May baskets. I continued this tradition w/my girls now 29 and 27. They are still making and delivering them. It seems like I’ve made just about every kind of basket you can imagine and am looking for something new and fresh. One thing that is always included in the basket is a fresh picked bouquet of lilacs. So, there’s your challenge. Thanks again. I’ll be checking back.
Hey Lauren ~ Of course I read your entire post ~ who would dare to miss it?
You have an amazing grasp on all the trials and tribulations of your life ~ you are a strong and positive influence on everyone who comes in contact with you.
That’s why the title of your card is beyond perfect as **Chics DO Rock** =)
Lauren you are an amazingly strong woman. And you are creative and gifted. I hope you embrace these facts every day.
For those of us who’ve been through hell and came out the other side stronger and happier, your story is familiar. Nothing diminishes the influence of an ugly past like reflecting on it from a position of personal fulfillment and happiness. I’m sure your story will help many in need of encouragement.
This was a great post! I love reading them all the way through. I think that your writing is what I like best about your blog! And all the stamping is the icing on the cake!! I went through what you did pretty much, and picked a much better person the second time around. We just celebrated our 17 year anniversary. He also adopted my two children from my previous marriage. I always think this: There is always something to learn from every thing that happens whether good or bad.
Lauren you are an amazing person. To have gone through what you did and at such a young age is not easy. But you came through it. All the very best to you and your wonderful family!
Your QKD cards are fabulous sorry to see you weren’t around much during your guest term but your stuff is of course awesome! Maybe we’lll see you again….
Good luck getting stuff done you do alot but I know it’s what you love doing!
All the best to you.
Your dog is so adorable, I would love to get one, but my DH says only animals without fur!! So, we have aquatic frogs, i just love snuggling up with them, LOL!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story, it is such an encouragement to me, Thank you! That picture is just precious. Wow! I never knew your hair was that long!
Hey Luren! Thanks for sharing your story. You both look adorable on that picture. Sometimes you have the kiss a real frog to get to the real prince. I am glad that you are happy now, I am sure you deserve it. Many blessings for you and your family.
Thanks for sharing your story! I have to say that I love the Bachelor and loved this season! lol I’d much rather him break up with Melissa than stay with someone while thinking of someone else. Can’t wait for Jillian’s Bachelorette! You do beautiful cards, thanks for sharing!
Lauren, you inspire me both to create better art and to live a better life. Thank you for setting an example for all of us.
Hi Lauren, although I don’t always leave a comment (smacked wrists!) I visit your blog every day and must say after reading this posting, I sat here with tears running down my cheeks. It’s so re-assuring to know that maybe there are better times to come as I’m just starting to go through a divorce and feeling like I’m in limbo. Thanks so much for sharing this with us x
More fabulous creations from you and one supercute Daisy!
Never think your rambling on. Your story really inspired me today and it was the perfect thing I needed to hear! It’s amazing how God makes everything work out – even when we can’t see it! Thanks for sharing – I needed that today!
Wow, Lauren, that’s some post! Very inspiring. I want to comment on your sweet puppy-girl…we adopted an 8 year-old cockapoo a little over a year ago. She is a sweet, loving, fun little dog! It’s always fun to find another cockapoo family!
So glad you shared new photos of Daisy. She is just precious! Your picture and the memories it brought back to you brought tears to my eyes Lauren.
God has reasons for everything that happens in our lives. You learned early to trust Him.
Lucky was our 1st poodle mix. She lived to be 14 yrs old. she was our kids 1st dog.
I work w/an animal rescue group here in El Paso. I already taken 1 dog they couldn’t place. Taco had died @ George was lonely. I called @ asked if I could foster a dog to get ready for adoption.
Loretta mentioned she had a dog that had an attitude problem. She was biting all the volunteers @ couldn’t be shown for adoption. She had become cage aggressive,been there for 6 mo’s. she had been turned in by her 1st family.
She must have latched onto Allen 1st thing. W/in 2 hrs she made herself @ home. I called the next morn. to get more info on the dog. She said are U sure we’re talking about the same dog.. She’s the most loving dog,is Allen’s shadow. She seems to know who suppose to come in the house,she is a gd w/dog. She seems to sence when to watch over me when I’m not feeling well. These dogs are amazing. This mixed breed makes good pets,esp w/ kids. She was so gd w/my g/kids esp when we didn’t know how she would react w/kids.
Gotta love the LOVE dogs bring to a home…..after many dogs and many years of dealing with them, our last one died, my husband swearing “never again”……that lasted a year! LOL! Now we have two…..I mean, Buddy needed a girlfriend, right? Now the Unholy Terror that is Rosie is in our life too. They love our cat. LOVE our cat. Maul him relentlessly……and the cat loves it.
Thanks for sharing, Lauren…..your comments about not knowing how strong you really are is SO TRUE!!!!!
Hi Lauren! Thanks fro sharing with us, as usual I love your projects and your dog is so cute!! But what amazes me the most is that I have an Alexa too, 9 years old, and with the attitude!!! I mostly believe they are preparing us for the coming years!! They sure make our life happy!!
Thank you so much for your positivity. I have been home with my daughter going on 4 days now, with a fever. I am going stir crazy and I just want this to be overwith. She won’t take the medicine to lower her fever and I can’t get her to eat. I am at a loss. I know this will pass, but right now I can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. Your works remind me that she will be alright again and I can make it through this. Thank you.
Congratulations, Lauren, on getting thru that very difficult period of your life so that you can now be in the wonderful place that you are. Feeling good and happy allows you to release the creative side of you… and WOW has it released!
Lauren, you are such a REAL person…not just a fake shell, famous and awesome, but someone who has been thru a lifetime of stuff way too soon! Thank you for sharing, it does help us all weather whatever we are battling!!! I think you are an amazing woman, and your children are lucky to have you and your husband to guide them. They can’t go wrong with the two of you behind them!!! Keep on being AWESOME!!! 😀
Laruren, I too, didn’t miss one word of your post today. The dog is truely precious! The story of you being a single mom- impressive. Some times we go thru some difficult times in our lives before we realize just what it is that we are made out of. It is so good you are looking at the positive as opposed to the negative side at this. I believe we grow when we face live changing events. I know I would not be the person I am today, if I hadn’t gone thru the events in my life. Today I am a much better person for it.
Continue to grow as a woman, mother, wife and creative soul that you are. The rest of us, are very grateful for your sweetness and positive attitude you show. We all can reap the bennefits!
I know I am not alone when I say this, I am so glad you are who you are!
Thank you for being so honest and caring on your blog, I would love to meet you some day in person and give you a great big hug, as well as a pat on the back for all you have accomplished!
Just know this, you are a beautiful woman, not only on the outside, but the inside as well. Not many women has both qualities, but you do.
May you be blessed each and every day.
WOW!!! Thanks for sharing your story. I can’t imagine what you went through. I was very lucky to find a wonderful husband when I was 21 too bad he didn’t realize that for another 2 year hehehe. I had my share of bad relationships before that but nothing serious.
I am glad you found your happiness.
I love the cards too. Very cute. I do love bling. TFS!!!
Hi Lauren!
So wonderful of you to share with everyone today! I too started out as a single mother, very young, and had the same motivation and determination as you did.
I always found it to be SO funny how people say things like, “I just don’t know how you did/do it!” or, “I don’t know if I could have handled that!”…. and all I can think is, “Why wouldn’t you?! When you don’t have a choice, you GET UP and PUSH on forward.” ESPECIALLY when you have a sweet baby girl (my first was a girl too!!! Eeeh! she brought SO much joy out of a not so joyful situation!!! Thank GOD she came first b/c my little boy is a MESS! LOL….) Ok yea, so when you have a sweet child that is depending on you, you don’t stop to wonder HOW you will do it… you just get it done. You know?
Anyhow… Kudos to you for your strength, and your compassion. Very refreshing to hear your story. 🙂
Good blog today. Gave us a bit more insight to who you are as a “real” person. What’s the saying, “Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Or something like that, HA Ha!
Hi Lauren,
It never fails. When you share some of your life’s stories, they always make me cry.
I agree that things you go through only set you up for better things. I have been through A LOT in my life (some of it is on my blog – not all – I’d need to write a book for all that!) but have made it through and come out all the better. Although I am not 100% where I wish I were, I have 3 beautiful children and a good job so that I can provide for them. God has blessed me incredibly.
Thanks for being so candid. You don’t always get that here in the blogosphere.
Angie
Lauren…what a remarkable woman you are! Clearly resiliant, and more clearly insightful , mature for your years. You have much stuff to share…keep blogging…or start journaling…get it all out…every bit…it is good to do. You entrust us with your feelings and thoughts despite not knowing any of us…your loving heart shines thru to me. You have been dealt many blows but are successfully overcoming each and every obstacle…truly remarkable as you seem to be maintaining your sanity! Your art will help you…we will listen (which may help you). Your family is awesome and they need you to keep doing what you are doing…Your past will make for a great future because you are great.You are strong. You are remarkable. I will add you to my prayer list…but I do believe God is already in your court darlin…xo CHer
Hey Lauren! Your Daisy reminds me of my Emily..
http://www.flickr.com/photos/byamber/3333277382/
Love your creations!
Bless you for all you share and do! Your such a Luv!! Seems to me anyone with as much goodness in there soul, deserves only the best things in life! Lauren you have learned so many of the hard lessons in life early…but they have made you stronger and sweeter. They also seem to have allowed you to totally love what you have and your life as you live it! God bless you.
Many people live alot of years and never “get it”. You already have and look at how many more years now you get to share it and enjoy it yourself…..
If I lived nearby, I’d stop by just to give you a hug. You truly are a remarkable and talented woman Lauren. I love your blog, love your art and you!! Your such a sweetie….
Hi Lauren,
Boy your life sounds as crazy as mine!!We have a special needs daughter and our story goes on forever but I really needed to hear your blog today and WOW did it hit home My daughter now 13 all of 4’3″ tall and only 70lbs. We took her back to childrens today and they put her back in a body brace (for scoliosis) I thinking ok we can do this we did it before and we can do this again only the news wasn’t what I expected. I expectd to hear ok she has a 25 degree and needs to wear the brace 6-8 hours a day and that would be that! I couldn’t have been any more wrong well I got the nerve up to ask what her scoliosis degree was ( the higher the number the worse it is) and she told me a 39 I almost had a heart attack, and the news gets better she needs to work up to wearing her brace up to 18 hours a day!!!! Holy cow ok not the end of the world your thinking except this is also on top of her having aseizures disorder, a feeding tube, learning issues and a communication disorder among other things PDD and the list goes on but we don’t see all that we see a little girl who just is happy as anyone else. She is truly our little angel and we love her with everything we have. So thanks for the blog reading of remember where you were a few years back and where you could’ve been today and where you are instead!!! I needed that. Carding is my passion ,stress releaser, and my hobby!!! I love to make cards and do it as much as possible in between appointments at childrens. Did I mention that she had a cyst removed from her face yesterday and it was probably the most heart wrenching thing we ever went through. JUst plain and simple we live on cape cod and we had it removed from one of the plastic surgeoons on cape and He was the a (excuse me )&^%U^$#*%^%$* jerk!!! he made my baby sob and she never does. Ok now that I am down venting ……………………… Thanks agin Lauren and say hi to your sweet cherubs from us on Cape Cod!! Your daisy is sweet too! We also have a dog, 2 kittens and 2 leopard geckos………………………..and a partridge ina pear tree…………………….have agreat night
Tammy
Hi Lauren..
Your stories always puts tears in my eyes…
they are truely from the Heart! You have overcome
many obstacles…and are truely Blessed.
Thanks for sharing yourself and your family with us.
I’m so glad that you have so much Happiness in your
life now. You are Extremely talented and Gifted…
“Life is Good” Thanks for ALL that you Share 🙂
Hugs to All…
Dee
* oh…Great pictures of Daisy 🙂
…and Cute Cards too!
loved your newsy post and Daisy is the cutest thing! I used to have a little dog that was mainly my husband”s lap dog, since it hurt to have her in my lap, but she always slept on his chair arm waiting for him to come home after work. She died at 14, which is pretty old, and she died on his chair arm, peacefully, waiting on Daddy! What a pet! We missed her but that was years ago. When i had him, too. Now I enjoy seeing everyone else’s pictures. Thanks for sharing. God bless you.
I just ♥ you….
Thanks for sharing, my friend!
Hugs….
Thanks for the Pep Talk – you don’t know how much I needed it today. Glad to hear all is well with you. :o)
What an amazingly inspirational post! I am so touched to read how far you’ve come.
After reading what you’ve been through and where you are today, it just reaffirms everything I’ve thought about you. You are one uber talented, gorgeous and amazing mother and wife who with words and pictures can reach out and inspire a whole community of stampers to be the best that they can be.
I eagerly await to continue reading about your journey through life with your sweet children, hubby and adorable pets. Thanks so much for sharing everything Lauren!
Dear Lauren,
You are an amazingly talented woman and I applaud all you have been thru to get to where you are today. And, it takes a very special kind of woman to share all of life’s hard experiences with a world of people you don’t even know. I feel like I know a small part of you and it makes me appreciate all that you do even more. Thank you again for continuing to share your life and your creations with us!
Many, many hugs & well-wishes accompany this note!
Glad to see miss Daisy back! 😀 …
I am in the midst of everything you wrote about in this post and you just melted some of my guilt and doubt. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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