Happy Anniversary To Me!

I started thinking today.. I have officially been selling my designs for one year! I opened my site; Second Mile Designs; in March of 2005.. Then Nancie and I joined up together at ScrapArtist at the first part of August 2005. And, oh how the time has FLOWN! Will my life ever really be the same again??

Designing is one of those things that just gets into your blood.(Well at least for me!) I have become obsessed with it! There is not a day that goes by that I don't do at least a little bit of designing. Even if it is just a layout; or two ;)
I am hopelessly addicted to it! And I find that I am most happy when I have some kind of something in the works. My mind likes to Mull.. I am constantly thinking; scouring everything for new ideas.. And when I watch TV; or go to the supermarket; The very first thing I see is pattern and colors.. I just can't help it!

I am SO VERY fortunate that my family supports me as much as they do! My husband pretty much takes over everything on his days off and lets me work. And when I forget to stop and take a break;(or to eat!) He gently reminds me that there is more to life then designing! And yes, he is right.. But still..

Then there is my daughter, Brenna. She is only six; but she is so mature. She loves playing with her baby sister, Lorynn. (Who is Two and quite a handful at times!) But they play so well together. And when they play well; I always sneak in a quick minute or two..

Anyhow; I seem to have digressed.. Basically the point of this entire post; Is that I am thankful! I love being able to have this wonderfully artistic outlet that allows me to express myself in whatever way I see fit. I love that I can create a layout made entirely with papers and elements that I created myself.. And I love having the opportunity to share my creations! It is SO AMAZING to hop on a gallery and see that other people want to use my designs to create their own works of art.

I am also SO VERY THANKFUL for Nancie and Lisa; I love those girls! They are so supportive and generous, and I feel very blessed to have found them. I am very proud of ScrapArtist. It has really grown into a wonderful community; We have an awe inspiring creative team. A fantastic group of women who are all so generous with their time; and so talented! I guess I just feel blessed!

SO, I thought I would share this little freebie; Just a small token of my gratitude. (and to reward you for actually reading this freaking long post!)

Click on the image to download this paper pack. Just a little freebie for all of my many friends ;) Thank you for everything you do! And here's to another great year!

Bits and Pieces..

Just had to post this layout of Lorynn! I was playing around with my camera settings yesterday; trying to get a good shallow depth of field. I ended up using my 50mm; and this shot turned out perfectly! Her little face just makes me smile, how could you not just LOVE this little face? Ok. Yes, I know, I am biased being her mother and all. But Still!

The background paper on this is actually from my Fancy Pants Line; My Spiffy Collection; (Sorry; it's not available digitally!) It's my favorite paper for sure! I am loving this lime green; I just can't get enough of it!

I also used Brianna's Chipboard action on the 'L'; I tweaked it a bit; but Wow, that girl is talented!! I had the pleasure of meeting her Saturday at our Digi Scrappers Lunch. She is so fabulous!

Hmm. Let's see. What else.... Oh yes.. I am SHAMEFULLY late in getting my ATCs sent out. Yikes!! I have only mailed about three of them!! I keep putting it off for some reason, I have them all printed; the cards are all ready to go; I just can't seem to get them all put together.. Maybe because I have gotten spoiled; not having to use scissors and glue as much! :) But, I promise to GET ON IT!!

Tagged!

So I guess I have been Tagged! Good thing I checked your blog, Lisa! Wouldn't want to get caught by the Tag police ; )

Have been meaning to blog, really I have! Just been crazy busy! So I guess this is just what I needed to get me off my bloggin' butt!.. However, couldn't blog without slapping on a layout or something pretty to look at : ) Made this LO with our New Collab kit At ScrapArtist; Love Is I just love this kit! So soft and pretty!

K. Here goes.

What were you doing 10 years ago?
Hmm. Ten years ago, I was twenty.. Would it shock you to say I was playing and having a good time?? :) Probably not!

What were you doing 1 year ago?
One year ago, I was still playing and having a good time! ;)
No. A year ago in March I opened up Second Mile Designs; and really began my designing journey.. And what a ride it has been!

Five snacks you enjoy:
Only five? Hmm, that IS tough..
Crunchy Cheetos
Buttery Popcorn
Ok, almost anything salty!
Whoppers (Yum!)
Ok, Anything Chocolate!

Five songs to which you KNOW all the lyrics:
Sadly, Most of Brittany Spears' older stuff; because Brenna adores them!
Anything by Tori Amos or Sarah Mclachlan
Life Uncommon by Jewel
Closer by Damien Rice

Five bad habits:
Again, only five?
Staying up WAY TOO LATE!! (Case in point!)
Being too critical of myself
Being too critical of my family
Eating Snacks when I stay up too late
Spreading myslef too thin..

Five things you like doing:
Creating.. Layouts. Papers. anything..
Taking photos of my girls
Reading a good book
Learning something new
Winning an arguement;
(Hee, Hee, just had to throw that one in! I mean, when you are right.. You are just right!! Right?! Am I right??)
Watching a good movie
Nothing to do on a Sunday Morning then to just play with my family..
(Yes, I know, more than five!)

Five favorite toys:
My Computer
My Camera
My Tablet
My Tivo
My I pod