Weekly Encouragement

In May I posted a card I sent to a gal at church, Christy, who had recently been diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.  A few weeks ago I decided that I would send her a card each week, hoping to bring a bit of encouragement.  Don't know why I didn't think of that sooner. :-{ Anyway...,













I haven't had the opportunity to visit with Christy but I did see her at church on Sunday and I thought she looked great.   

I'm sure that the road she is traveling each week... chemotherapy, radiation, etc. is very difficult. However, I know that her strong faith in God's sovereign plan for her life, along with the love and prayers of hundreds, is what's carrying her through. I am thankful that the Lord redeems all things in our lives for good and His glory!  Christy and her family are a glowing testimony of what it is to glorify Jesus in all things.          

                  

Friends

This morning I shared a wonderful breakfast with my friend Tracy!  She made a delicious fresh veggie quiche, a beautiful fruit salad and yummy muffins.  We spent a lovely time on her patio visiting, laughing and praying.  What a blessing to have such a special friend. Love you Tracy! 

This card I took to Tracy was so fun to make.  I cut the die during one of my crafting times with Sheri. The die has so many looks depending on the paper used.  In this case,  the cheery sunshine yellow under the bright white overlay created such a clean and crisp result.  Makes me smile!

Joyfully...Stephanye 

Happy Birthday

Today's weather was AMAZING!  It felt like April as the temperature didn't rise above 70 degrees and it was down right cold in the morning!  I'm sure we'll still have plenty of hot and humid days in the weeks ahead but I enjoyed today's special gift of a gorgeous day!    

It was a great day to be outside.  Eli and I worked in the garden; I did weeding and he explored, rearranged rocks, dug in the dirt, and talked to the chickens. And of course we took a trip to the park. Today's park trip was after dinner so Papa was able to join us.  :) 

This birthday card was for Norman's co-worker Katie.  The stamp set is a recent purchase and was a lot of fun to use.  I love the little jean pocket. 

I also used this stamp set on a card I sent to a special friend who has been going through some big life changes.  I love the "pocket full of posies" sentiment. 

Joyfully....Stephanye