With the Tennis US Open underway it got me thinking of the summer I worked there as a cashier. That was my first real job and it was quite an experience. I thought I would do a layout about it and in the end I ended up with 2 layouts.
Sometimes when I’m creating I end up with 2 versions of the same layout. I like to have variations and usually pick one that I like better but in this case I like them both. No one said you could only have 1 layout of the same thing, right?? There are no rules in scrapbooking – whatever works for you!
Scrapbooking your first job is a great way to preserve that memory and experience for years to come. So what was your first job?
Check out my guest blog post over at Spring: Inspiration in Bloom about the power of storytelling and how to live life inspired! If the picture doesn’t load just go to the main site and it should work.
Just testing out my new signature file – what do we think?? The lovely Lizzie from Fizzy Pop Designs did my doodle name and I added the camera from the new 9th & Bloom Collaboration Kit: Memories…Captured. I am really digging that new store and this new siggy. Hope you like and snag one yourself well you’re at it!
The other night I was surfing the web and came across this great, www.polyvore.com where you can make inspiration boards from images on the web. I’m not sure how it takes into account copyrighting but it’s cool nonetheless. Check out some of the boards I’ve put together. I’m trying to use this as an online creative journal project.
Speaking of art journaling, the wonderfully talented mixed-media artist, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is having Art Journaling Week over at her blog showcasing lots of great technique s and artists. Take a peek over there for some great inspiration and be sure to check out my art journaling at Polyvore too!
In celebration of meeting my husband 8 years ago today I thought I would share my “Story of Us” book with you. I took many layouts that I have worked on over the years and complied a book showcasing our journey together. It shows memories from dating, our adventures, our wedding and everyday life together. A “Story of Us” book is a great way to capture memories from your courtship, proposal, engagement and wedding into one photo book. It’s also great because as your relationship evolves over time you can design additional “Story of Us” volumes to grow with you as well. I had a hard time narrowing down the 20 pages in this book so I see a volume 2 coming soon!
I was reminded the other day that the most important thing is: Be true to yourself! When people question your intentions and don’t get you, just know that if you are honest and true to yourself that is all that matters. Trust me, I know that is easier said then done but I’m trying to maintain a positive attitude in the face of opposition. This as well is not easy for me since these past two years have been tough and a real struggle. Last year I was extremely sick and burnout. It’s taken me awhile to realize who I am (an on-going process), what I’m doing (still developing that) and the life I want to lead (TDB). I’m not going to lie – it’s been a real journey and I don’t have any real answers but I know that in the end I have to be true to myself and stand up for what I need, want and believe in.
Some of my truths that make me ME!
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I’m heading out of town for a few days but wanted to post something before I left. Last year I put together a mini scrapbook showing my journey with being a Mets fan. I rarely paper scrapbook since I’m a digi girl but I thought this project came out pretty good. I used a mini accordion style book and decorate the front and back with photos from Mets games and Mets stickers. Sadly I think the book came out way better then the Mets last or current season!
Have a wonderful weekend and I’ll be back next week with some posts from vacation and some layouts!
