Nicole's challenge 56

Her LO.
Her inspiration.

Her journaling:

It was a lot of fun watching you anticipate Christmas this year. This is the first time you really seem to "get" what the festivities are about. You were excited about everything and were thrilled about being able to decorate the tree (which, by the way, took 3 hours and worth every minute). This photo of you hamming it up with a Santa hat totally captures you "joie de vivre" regarding the spirit of the season. Total joy. Such spirit

Cabbie

title: my dude

inspirational focus is a tote from creative options using dots as the mainstay.

journaling:

my dude, i wonder what he is thinking.

do i sense wonder?

but i think i know what.

you were watching a butterfly nearby.

Challenge 56

This challenge comes from Lynn.

Lynn was inspired by a challenge on the dream girls blog (their challenge 23)

to use an advert as inspiration for a scrapbook LO.

I loved the idea and her LO and thought to challenge my amazingly talented team with it too.

You'll need to submit whatever the advert is that inspired you as well some journaling. Please let's remember the importance of telling the story and challenging others to do likewise.

Melissa's challenge 57

My Mom has taught me many things in life, both directly & indirectly. Growing up, we often struggled for money, and this taught me that the important things in life are not always held in hand. That is one of the reasons we opted for a small, simple wedding. She taught me, through the financial struggles of my childhood, how to make the most of every dollar. That is why we were able to put our wedding together for under $3000. She also taught me how to be humble and accept help, which is why our wedding day was so wonderful – the help that was given by family & friends to accomplish all of the tasks that need to be done. Thanks, Mom!