Saturday, November 7, 2009

They make my heart soar...


....my children, that is!!!

Kurt had an outstanding flag football year. He led his team in defense the whole season and captured nine flags in one game. And, he was pretty good on offense, as well. In fact, the coaches were calling him, "the hands guy", (thus the title). He scored at least twice this season. I loved this photo. So, when I read that American Crafts was having a Autumn Week Challenge, I thought what better opportunity to sport, (pun intended), this favorite photo of a Fall sport. The challenge is up until Thursday. I linked the challenge. Everything on this layout, except the photo, some inks and white cardstock are American Craft products. The design is a Julie Bonner sketch.

Jason is soaring this year, in other ways. At two years of age, he had speech delays, and we came to learn that he is on the Autism Spectrum. I was in such denial, initially, because he is so extremely intelligent. Yet, fine motor, gross motor and social interactions have been a challenge for him. Jason has had specialized care since he was two, addressing his weaknesses. I can confidently say that he has narrowed the gap significantly from his peers in just the last year. He amazes me!

In this layout, Jason is flying a kite that his grandfather had for him in Nova Scotia. We are on Crescent Beach.

It uses all Pink Paislee elements, except for the title, stitching threads and base cardstock. Thanks, in advance, for any suggestions.

Thanks for coming by. Have a marvelous week!

15 comments:

  1. wonderful pages!!! really love them!!

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  2. Beautiful pages!

    I think it looks great but maybe you could add some sparkle (I know boy page) or distress it up some to draw the eye in to it more.

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  3. I think the kite layout is adorable. I love the two dimension - the tail and bows with the clouds - it rocks. I wouldn;t change a thing. Your AC layout is so fun! Love the owls and the story! Go Jason! Kids are so resilient - and full of surprises. May the gap be non exsistent one day soon!

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  4. maybe ink around the page but i wouldn't change anything else i love the kite.

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  5. how wonderful for your son, first of all- what an achievement for you and him :) i can tell you adore him and i am sure that plays a big part in his progress! i love both of your pages. the second one is lovely the way it is... i often think we worry to much if the page is "perfect" or "done" instead of just loving the creativity... add your story and put in in the scrapbook and share it and love it :)

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  6. These are AWESOME!!!

    That black really makes everything just pop off the page and the second one is just rockin' awesome. I love the pictures, the style, the products your picked and the kite, the kite is the best!

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  7. I love the kite layout too! And the contrasts of bright colors vs. black and white are really great in your first page!

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  8. the dream layout is so very soft and speaks well into your story. great use of the mellow colors. ones eye follows along from one element to another and is able to take in the whole feel of the layout.
    nice work.

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  9. I love the patterns and colors in that first layout! What a nice way to document your son's achievements in soccer this season. And I love the kite layout too, just the way it is. Love all the dimension and texture there, as well as the soft colors.

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  10. Great pages- I love Julie's sketches too!! You rocked it!

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  11. I think both of your layouts are wonderful, just at they are... and I just now saw your gorgeous jewelry display in the post below - great job!

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  12. How great that your boys are doing so well! I can tell you're very proud of them. I know that their soaring has a lot to do with having you as their mom. :) As far as the layouts, i love the playfulness of the first layout! And the kite in the 2nd layout is awesome! The clouds..the pics...everything. I wouldn't change anything about it.

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  13. I just love the colors in your layouts! These are truly beautiful!!

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  14. Great layouts love the colors and sence of movement

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You're so sweet to take the time to comment! Thanks!!