Friday, April 15, 2011

Phew!

This past month was undoubtedly the busiest I've ever been in my life. Two days ago, the newly married couple left for Alabama and our house is quiet once more.

Thank you all so much for your sweet comments and good wishes for Joy and Jared and for your condolences, too. Sending virtual hugs to you for your cards and emails that brought comfort to me and my family. Stampers have the biggest hearts!

Here's a sampling of some of the cards that I received:

Top row left to right: Shirley Nakaima, Judy Jung, Kiara Lee
Second row left to right: Kelly Booth, Teresa Wang, Alice Wertz

To top it off,  my dear friend Alice sent me "Key Lime", a crocheted kitty that she lovingly created to cheer me up.


Alice claims that Key Lime has an attitude, but I had a lot of fun positioning him in various positions...


I think he has a lot of character, don't you?

Thank you, dear friends, for bringing a bit of sunshine into my life! I'll be back soon with a few cards to share. Have a great weekend!
                                            

22 comments:

  1. Yes it has been a busy and stressful month for you Donna... and now is the time to relax and recharge the batteries. Thinking of you and sending restful thoughts your way

    ReplyDelete
  2. Been thinking of you and missing you lots, Donna! Sending more hugs!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Key Lime is adorable, Donna! I'm sure he'll get lots of hugs for you and help you through this difficult time......joys and sorrows. Hugs from me!

    ReplyDelete
  4. Thinking of you! And Alice is AMAZING!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Here's a virtual hug from me to you Donna!! You've been sorely missed. Key Lime is adorable! What a wonderful little friend to receive from another friend. Big hugs, and hoping you have time to relax and enjoy your weekend. Hugs!

    ReplyDelete
  6. I love Key Lime he is so cute Donna, I have been thinking of you over the last couple of weeks. I have also been missing your gorgeous cards. Lots of hugs
    Sally

    ReplyDelete
  7. That is one cute Kitty, Donna!! Alice is so talented!
    Take all the time you need, Donna, we will all still be here for you. Above all else, take good care of yourself.
    Hugs, Marilyn

    ReplyDelete
  8. Key Lime is adorable. Looking forward to seeing all your artwork.... Sending hugs.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Oh Donna! Again, congrats on being a new MIL and my deepest sympathy to you and the family at this time of loss. You have received some wonderful cards from special friends. And I'm sure Key Lime has lifted your spirits as I had a good laugh at all the different positions you put him in! Have a relaxing weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Aw...super sweet cards and LOVE Key Lime! Oh my! I'd cuddle him all day! Still thinking lots of you and sending you BIG hugs!!

    ReplyDelete
  11. so glad that everything has settled down a bit. I know that it must have been an emotional roller coaster for you. glad you have friends to keep you sane. lol! hope you enjoy your weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  12. so glad Key Lime didn't cause you any trouble (yet)! =) soooooo happy that you are back and thanks for sharing all the pretty cards you received, Donna! =) big hugs! will email you today. love ya!! =)

    ReplyDelete
  13. key lime certainly has some 'tude'!! alice is such a sweetie to make you that!

    i got a card that i sent out earlier this morning...i hope that card beats me to hawaii!!

    ReplyDelete
  14. So glad to see your post again, Donna!! Been thinking of you!! Key Lime is adorable, Alice ROCK! :)

    Take good care of yourself, sending lots of love and hugs to you!

    ReplyDelete
  15. I have a lavender kitty...hmm....never gave him a name? Got any ideas? I love mine too... glad you got so many cards....you are a great friend to many Ms D and I am so blessed to have you in my life! Love you....

    ReplyDelete
  16. It was so good hearing from you again Donna! There are so many of us who love you and have missed you! Key Lime is so adorable, I'm sure he's taking good care of you and bringing you a lot of smiles. Take care and hope to see you back with your gorgeous creations soon! Big hugs!!!

    ReplyDelete
  17. Hi Donna, I've been thinking of you. Hoping you'll have some time to just relax and take of care of you. Thanks for sharing your Key Lime photo shoot with us, what a delight! Kudos to Alice for this perfect gift.
    blessings and hugs~

    ReplyDelete
  18. Donna know is the time to sit, relax & go phew, over a good cuppa! :D Love Key Lime the kitty he's so cute & those cards are just gorgeous xoxoxoxoxo

    ReplyDelete
  19. How sweet of friends and Alice! Key Lime sure has an attitude! Love that you are having fun with Key Lime!Thinking of you!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Wow, what a great batch of gorgeous cards from lovely friends! Oh my, that Alice is SO talented and thoughtful. I LOVE the mint kitty!! It's absolutely adorable and your poses made me smile. :D

    ReplyDelete